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  • Page 1 Cat A Cat B Fitting and Operating Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    3 to 7 As Required By BS EN 1155:1997 ID of Certification Body:- 1121 Registered Address:- Fireco Ltd., 30 New Road, BRIGHTON BN1 1BN, UK CE mark applied for:- 08 EC Certificate of Conformity Number:- AE0021 Power size:- Minimum 3 to Maximum 7...

  • Page 3: Introduction And Glossary

    Introduction and Glossary Dorgard X is a Battery operated device designed to hold open a fire door safely and legally. It will automatically release upon receiving a signal from System X. Dorgard X can be used to hold the fire door in any position between open or closed and can only be used in conjunction with System X.

  • Page 4: Contents Of The Box And Dorgard X

    Contents of the Box and Dorgard X Labelling Please check that you have all of the contents listed below. The Dorgard X box contains: Tools and Equipment Required: 1 x Dorgard X unit. • Pozidrive No. 2 Screw driver. 1 x User Guide. •...

  • Page 5: Bs 7273-4 Categories

    BS 7273-4 Categories BS 7273-4 concerns the interface (Critical Signal Path) between fire detection and fire alarm systems with forms of door hardware including devices to hold open self-closing fire doors. The Critical Signal Path is the connection between the Fire alarm Control and Indicating Equipment (CIE) and the door hardware.

  • Page 6: Prior To Installation

    Prior to Installation Ensure: 1. That a suitable Automatic Fire Detection alarm system is installed. 2. A System X Site Survey has been completed. 3. System X transmitters have been installed according to the results of the Site Survey. 4. The fire door is self-closing i.e. has a door closer fitted. 5.

  • Page 7: Important Information

    Important Information Dorgard X must only be used for the purpose for which it is designed. It is not suitable for external use. Read this Guide and follow the instructions carefully. Keep this Guide in a safe place e.g. in your Fire Risk Assessment file, for future reference.

  • Page 8: Batteries

    Batteries - use 2 x C Size LR14 Batteries - Alkaline only, do not use rechargeable Batteries. The 2 x C Size Procell Alkaline Batteries supplied should last for at least 12 months. Dorgard X continually checks the battery life to ensure safe operation. 1.

  • Page 9: Linking

    Linking Dorgard X is controlled by the System X transmitter and therefore requires Linking to it to work. System X transmits on a frequency of 2.4 GHz, channel hopping on 16 separate channels which ensures zero interference with other products. System X will not transmit on a channel where there is excessive noise or interference.

  • Page 10: Linking Dorgard X

    Linking Dorgard X 1. Ensure installed System X is not in an error state and the CIE is not in a fire or fault state. 2. Ensure the Batteries are installed into the Dorgard X unit. 3. On System X press and hold Button 1 LINK until the LCD reads ‘LINK’.

  • Page 11: Installation

    Installation Note. Dorgard X will not operate until the Batteries have been inserted and it has been Linked to a System X transmitter. 1. Ensure the Batteries are installed and the Dorgard X Linked to the designated System X transmitter. 2.

  • Page 12: Floorplates, Floorplate Extenders And Dorgard Spacers

    Floorplates, Floorplate Extenders and Dorgard Spacers Floorplates Each Dorgard X is supplied with two types of Floorplate, Standard and Flat. It is important a Floorplate is installed as it can prevents errors, slippage and carpet wear. It may not always be possible to fit a Floorplate, if so ensure this is noted in the Commissioning Certificate at the rear of this Guide.

  • Page 13: Standard Floorplate

    Standard Floorplate IMPORTANT: Fit Dorgard X to a door before fitting Floorplate. Warning! Before drilling holes or fastening Screws into the floor, check the location of water pipes, electrical cables, gas pipes etc. Failure to do so could cause disruption to the building’s services and may result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 14: Flat Floorplate

    Flat Floorplate IMPORTANT: Fit Dorgard X to a door before fitting the Flat Floorplate. Warning! Before drilling holes or fastening Screws into the floor, check the location of water pipes, electrical cables, gas pipes etc. Failure to do so could cause disruption to the building’s services and may result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 15: Dorgard X 2 Operation

    Dorgard X Operation To hold the door open: 1. Open the door to the required position. 2. Stand sideways to the door. 3. Depress the Plunger down using your foot. Greater foot pressure may be needed depending upon the force from the door closer or the type of floor surface.

  • Page 16: Fire Alarm Test

    Fire Alarm Test 1. Ensure all Dorgard X units are holding their fire doors open. 2. Check that the System X installation is correct (refer to System X User Guide). 3. Set the CIE into fire alarm condition for a minimum of 30 seconds.

  • Page 17: Night-Time Release

    Night-time Release Dorgard X can be used to hold a fire door open 24 hours a day. It is recommended however, that fire doors are closed at night as the chance of a fire spreading undetected is greater than during daylight hours. To ensure that fire doors are closed at night, Dorgard X can be set to release at a pre-set...

  • Page 18: Removing The Link From Dorgard X

    Removing the Link from Dorgard X 1. Ensure the Dorgard X is powered on with Batteries installed, and its Plunger down. 2. Using the plastic Screwdriver gently press the Link Button on the front of the Dorgard X unit. Hold this Button down until the LED located on top of the Dorgard X unit lights red and the Dorgard X...
  • Page 19 Removing a Link from the System X transmitter There are two methods of removing the Link between the System X and its Dorgard X ; individually or all at once. Individually removing a Link: 1. On the System X transmitter, press Button 1 LINK and Button 3 SCROLL together for 5 seconds to enter erase mode.

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting And Faqs

    Troubleshooting and FAQs Why is Dorgard X not releasing to the Fire Alarm? • Quick Range Test the system. Refer to the System X User Guide • Have some Dorgard X unit released and not others? If so conduct a Full Range Test (see the System X User Guide) •...
  • Page 21 Troubleshooting and FAQs continued Why does Dorgard X release if the fire alarm is not sounding? • Check that Dorgard X is fitted to the side of the door that closes into the door frame • Dorgard X will release when the door is pushed in the direction of opening. To prevent this happening fit the Standard Floorplate supplied •...
  • Page 22 Troubleshooting and FAQs continued Why does my door creep closed with Plunger fully depressed? • Check condition of the Ferrule. Repacement Ferrules are available from your supplier or contact the Technical Help line • Check Dorgard X is positioned low enough that the Ferrule makes good contact with the floor when the Plunger is depressed.
  • Page 23 Troubleshooting and FAQs continued Can weekly self-tests be cancelled? • No, weekly self tests must be performed to check the whole system is working correctly. • Weekly self-tests also prevent door warping Should I use a particular type of battery and can I use rechargeable? •...

  • Page 24: Error Messages, Beeps And Flashes

    Error Messages, Beeps and Flashes Beep/Flash Sequence What it means? Remedy During Power up Indicates Battery Lift is LoHi-LoHi-LoHi No action required. open during power up. Long lo (followed by) short Hi Indicates start of power up No action required. O --------------------------------- test.
  • Page 25 Error Messages, Beeps and Flashes continued Beep/Flash Sequence What it means? Remedy Error Modes Indicates Battery Lift is Lo – (2secs) – Lo – (2secs) – Lo – (2secs) – etc. not screwed down 1. Screw down Battery Lift. O ---------------- O ---------------- O ----------------etc. properly.
  • Page 26 Error Messages, Beeps and Flashes continued Beep/Flash Sequence What it means? Remedy Error Modes LoLoLoLo--(4secs)--LoLoLoLo--etc Dorgard X 1. Check System X LCD for **** **** **** **** ---etc failed-to-safe. message. If Batteries are low replace them. 2. Perform a Full Range Test. 3.

  • Page 27: Errors And Codes

    Errors and Codes It is possible to diognose faults with Dorgard X using System X’s Full Range Test function. See System X User Guide for more information. Below are the error codes which can help diognose the problem with your Dorgard X .

  • Page 28: Installation Log - Location Codes

    Installation Log - Location Codes Location Codes should also be written on the supplied Location Code Sticker and attached to the top of the Dorgard X Dorgard X Serial Dorgard X Serial Location Location Location Code Number Location Code Number...
  • Page 29 Installation Log - Location Code continued Dorgard X Serial Dorgard X Serial Location Location Location Code Number Location Code Number...
  • Page 30 Installation Log - Location Code continued Dorgard X Serial Dorgard X Serial Location Location Number Code Number Number Code Number...

  • Page 31: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance Schedule Preventative maintenance and regular testing will ensure that Dorgard X functions correctly at all times. Ensure you update the Maintenance Record. Weekly It is recommended that weekly alarm tests are carried out and recorded in your Maintenance Record. Check that the Dorgard X Plunger is depressed and is holding the door open.

  • Page 32: Maintenance Record

    Maintenance Record The log sheet below is designed to cover a 12 month period and should be filled out after each test. This log is a formal record of the test and maintenance schedule carried out by a competent (responsible) person(s) throughout the history of the installation of the Dorgard unit.

  • Page 33: Commissioning Certificate

    Commissioning Certificate Certificate of commissioning for the electrically powered hold-open device(s) (please delete as appropriate) at: Address:..........................................................................................I/we being person(s) responsible (as indicated by my/our signatures below) for the commissioning of the above, particulars of which are set out below, CERTIFY that the equipment and release arrangements I/we have commissioned complies to the best of my/our knowledge and belief with the recommendations of BS 7273-4:2007 for the category of actuation described below, except for the variations, if any, stated in this certificate.

  • Page 34: Fcc Approval Information

    FCC Approval Information This product contains module FCC ref. TYOJN5139M4. 1. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for the compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 2. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 35: Notes

    Notes ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

  • Page 36: Manufacturer's Warranty

    Manufacturer’s Warranty Fireco Limited (“we” and “us”) warrants to the customer (“you” and “your”) that the product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase. If the product is defective whilst under warranty we will, at our option, repair the product or replace it free of charge.

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