Troubleshooting - Kidde VM-1 User Manual

Component
Emergency voice/alarm communication equipment
Remote annunciators
Smoke detectors
Heat detectors
Fire alarm boxes
Fire extinguishing systems or suppression systems
Interface equipment
Audible notification appliances
Textual audible notification appliances (speakers)
Visible notification appliances
Supervising station fire alarm system transmitters
[1] Test control equipment quarterly when it is not connected to a supervising station.
[2] Replace batteries every five years, or sooner if conditions warrant.

Troubleshooting

Problems with your VM-1 life safety system can generally be classified in two
categories: application programming problems and hardware (including firmware)
problems. Many times hardware problems are identified by the system itself.
Application programming problems are typically suspected when an incorrect
response happens, or when a response fails to happen or happens at the wrong
time.
Only your system service provider or a qualified technician with a complete
understanding of the system hardware and functions should perform system
servicing and repairs. Refer to "Service provider information" on page 40 for their
contact information. Refer to the VM-1 Technical Reference Manual
(P/N 3101890-EN) for detailed troubleshooting information.
Before contacting your service provider, make note of the following:
• Messages shown on the LCD screen
• Construction in the area that may have caused the problem
• Adverse weather that may have caused the problem
• Damage to any equipment
VM-1 User Guide
Chapter 4: Preventive maintenance and testing
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