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SIMPLEX 4120 NETWORK FIRE INDICATOR PANEL
OPERATOR MANUAL
8.3
ANNUAL TESTS
The annual tests shall consist of all the inspection and testing procedures specified in the
previous clause and the following:
(a)
Visually inspect all detectors and sampling points for any condition which is likely to
adversely affect their operation, such as excessive deposition of dust or coating with
paint.
(b)
Remove at least one detector on each alarm zone circuit and confirm the fault signal
is registered at the appropriate alarm zone facility.
(c)
Check the operation of 20 percent of the installed heat detectors and 50 percent of
the installed smoke detectors, and sampling points in each alarm zone.
procedure for testing shall be such that all detectors are checked not less than once
every 5 years for heat detectors, and not less than once every 2 years for smoke
detectors, and sampling points.
(d)
Detectors and sampling points that fail to operate shall be clearly marked and
reported in the logbook.
(e)
Check the operation of an ancillary control facilities and ensure that each controlled
device can be correctly initiated.
(f)
Check operation of all manual call points.
(g)
Check the power supply supervision alarm by disconnecting all power supplies to the
fire indicator panel, including battery supplies.
(h)
Visually inspect control and indicating equipment components for any evidence of
deterioration.
(i)
Check for any building alterations, changes in the environment, or utilisation of the
protected area which would require modifications to the system.
(j)
Ensure spare glasses for manual call points are available in the control panel and a
tool for replacing such glasses.
(k)
Record the results of all yearly maintenance procedures in the logbooks, including
details of detectors and sampling points that do not pass the visual inspection or fail
to operate satisfactorily, and notify the owner or his agent of any faults within the
installation.
(l)
Check that each sprinkler monitor point i.e. pumps running, main stop valve shut etc.
operate correctly.
(m)
Test all stair pressurisation fans for automatic and manual start-stop and correct
status indicator at the Fire Indicating Panel.
Document No: 4100-M004
June 1997
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