Chapter 2 Installation; Introduction; Installation - Siemens BC8001A Installation And Operating Instruction

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1.

Introduction

This section provides general instructions for mounting and wiring of the BC8001A control Unit.
Read this section before installing the equipment to ensure proper installation. If you are not familiar with the
BC8001A system, be sure to ask Siemens Building Technologies, Inc. technical support or an authorized
representative if you have any question.
Install and use the BC8001A fire alarm system in accordance with corresponding local regulation in your country or
this installation manual for your reference.
2.

Installation

Always remove power (battery or AC) and wait at least 10 seconds to allow the supply voltages to decay before
installing or removing any module or cable or wring.
Prior to installation consider the following:
Mounting height for visual and manual access to the LCD displayed
Weight and size of the enclosure
Local code and regulation
The procedure of Installation of the BC8001A:
1. Select a clean, dry, shock and vibration free surface.
2. Position the BC8001A so that front panel can be opened freely.
3. Mark the location of the four mounting bolts on the wall. (Refer to figure 1)
4. Drill the four holes located in the previous step and push screws in the bolts. Leaving a small gap between
the wall and each screw.
5. Remove the knockouts on the back for the entry of field wring.
6. Place the BC8001A over the four screws on the wall and slide it down on the screws.
7. Pull cable into the BC8001A control unit. Do not fix the wiring until the location of all the equipment is
known.
8. Tighten the four screws securely against the back wall of BC8001A.
9. Place battery into proper location and connect with power supply properly. (Refer to figure 5)
10. Close the front cover. Screw the two screws on the top of the cover tightly.
BC8001A Installation and Operating Instruction
CHAPTER 2
INSTALLATION
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