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INSTALLATION and OPERATION MANUAL
Notice:
All information, Documentation, and Specifications contained in this manual
are subject to change without prior notice by the manufacturer.
©1999 by The Gamewell Company
Technical Manuals Online! - http://www.tech-man.com
Flex 4
&
Microprocessor Based
Fire Alarm Control Panels
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Flex 8
Part Number 71954
Issue B 07/19/2001
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- Page 1 Flex 4 Flex 8 & Microprocessor Based Fire Alarm Control Panels INSTALLATION and OPERATION MANUAL Notice: All information, Documentation, and Specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior notice by the manufacturer. ©1999 by The Gamewell Company...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE of CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ................. Page 4 of 32 1.1 Overall Features: . - Page 3 TABLE of FIGURES Fig.1: Flex 4 and Flex 8 Enclosure Installation and Dimensions ......Page 8 of 32 Fig.2: Flex 4 &...
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Page 4: Introduction
Circuits. All Circuits are supervised for opens and ground faults, and Indicating Circuits also for shorts. Available options include; a Circuit Expander Module (CEM) to increase the Flex 4 to a Flex 8, a Digital Alarm Communicator Module (DACT) or a Polarity Reversal / City Tie Module (PRM), and two auxiliary relay modules, Model RY4 and Model RY8 that provide four or eight configurable Form C dry contacts respectively. -
Page 5: General Notes And Definitions
2.0 GENERAL NOTES and DEFINITIONS Circuits and Zones: “Circuits” refers to an actual electrical interface, Initiating (Detection), Indicating (Notification), or Relay. “Zone” is a logical concept for a Fire Alarm Protected Area, and will consist of at least one Circuit. Often the terms Zone and Circuit are used interchangeably, but in this Manual the term Circuit is used. -
Page 6: System Components
3.0 SYSTEM COMPONENTS Model: Flex 4 & Flex 8 Fire Alarm Control Model: PRM Polarity Reversal/City Tie Module Model: CEM Circuit Expander Module Model: DACT Digital Communicator Module Model: RY4 & RY8 4 & 8 Relay Module Page 6 of 35 Technical Manuals Online! - http://www.tech-man.com... -
Page 7: Accessories
PRM, and one CEM installed. May also have one of RY4 or RY8 installed. Model: CEM Circuit Expander Module for the Flex 4 to increase the system capacity to that of the Flex 8. Model: RY4 Relay Module for Flex 4 or Flex 8. Adds four configurable Relays Form C rated 1A, 28 VDC. -
Page 8: Mechanical Installation And Dimensions
4.0 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION and DIMENSIONS Install the enclosure as shown below for the Flex 4 and Flex 8... Fig.1: Flex 4 and Flex 8 Enclosure Installation and Dimensions 5 " 5 " BACKBOX DOOR DOOR MATERIAL: BACKBOX 18GA (0.048") THICK DOOR 16GA (0.059") THICK... -
Page 9: Modules Mounting Locations
The Flex 4 and Flex 8 come pre-assembled with all components and boards, except for the following optional modules; DACT, PRM, RY4, RY8 or the CEM when field installed to increase the circuits available with the Flex 4. The modules are installed in the locations shown below. -
Page 10: Module Settings
Note that the Class A/B selection affects all Initiating Circuits, and must be used with the correct Configuration DIP Switch Setting. Circuit Expander On an Flex 4 only, remove the jumper on JW4 if a CEM Circuit Expander Module is field installed. The module Module: is plugged into P6 &... -
Page 11: Circuit Expander Module (Model Cem)
Fig.3: Main Fire Alarm Module 6.2 CIRCUIT EXPANDER MODULE (Model CEM) Fig.4: CEM Circuit Expander Module Class A / B Selection: JW2 & JW3 are connected from 1 to 2 for Initiating Circuit Class B (Style B) operation, and from 2 to 3 for Class A (Style D) operation. -
Page 12: Relay Modules (Models Ry4 Or Ry8)
6.3 RELAY MODULES (Models RY4 or RY8) Fig.5: RY4 or RY8 Auxiliary Relay Module Connect to P1 on the Main Fire Alarm Board. By the factory setting, the 4 or 8 relays are controlled by Initiating Circuits 1 to 8 respectively. This is configured by selecting ... -
Page 13: Digitial Alarm Communicator Module (Model Dact)
6.4 DIGITIAL ALARM COMMUNICATOR MODULE (Model DACT) Fig.6: DACT Digital Alarm Communicator Transmitter Module P1 Cable to P8 on the Main Fire Alarm Board. Jumper JW6 on the Main Fire Alarm Module must be removed if a DACT is installed. Note that this module cannot be installed (Polarity... -
Page 14: Module Field Wiring
7.1 GENERAL FIELD WIRING CONSIDERATIONS Because most of the Field Wiring on the Flex 4 and Flex 8 is to the Main Board(s) on the swinging Dead Front panel, it is very important to properly dress the wires so as not to place stress on either their connection to the boards, or running to conduit. -
Page 15: Main Fire Alarm Module Terminal Connections
ALL BE EITHER STYLE B OR D. IF STYLE D IS SELECTED, THE NUMBER OF CIRCUITS IS CUT IN HALF. (i.e. 2 ON A FLEX 4 AND 4 ON A FLEX 8) Page 15 of 35 Technical Manuals Online! - http://www.tech-man.com... - Page 16 Fig.9a: Main Fire Alarm Module Terminal Connections (continued) Page 16 of 35 Technical Manuals Online! - http://www.tech-man.com firealarmresources.com...
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Page 17: Fig.10: Cem Circuit Expander Module Terminal Connections
7.3 CIRCUIT EXPANDER MODULE (CEM) TERMINAL CONNECTIONS Initiating circuits 5 through 8 and Indicating circuits 3 and 4 are standard with the Flex 8 Control Panel. A Flex 4 Control Panel may be easily expanded to 8 initiating circuits and 4 indicating circuits with the field installation of a Circuit Expander Module (CEM). When configured for Class “A”... -
Page 18: Relay Module (Ry4 Or Ry8) Terminal Connections
7.4 RELAY MODULE (RY4 or RY8) TERMINAL CONNECTIONS Note that only Relays #1 to #4 are present on the RY4. Fig.11: RY4 / RY8 Relay Terminal Connections Page 18 of 35 Technical Manuals Online! - http://www.tech-man.com firealarmresources.com... -
Page 19: Dact / Digital Alarm Communicator Module Terminal Connections
7.5 DACT / DIGITAL ALARM COMMUNICATOR MODULE TERMINAL CONNECTIONS For DACT connection information, see the Installation Instruction Manual Part Number 71954-01. 7.6 POLARITY REVERSAL and CITY TIE MODULE (MODEL: PRM) TERMINAL CONNECTIONS See Appendix for Module specifications. Wire as shown using proper wire gauges. Note that for use in the USA, the installer MUST add an Atlantic Scientific (Tel. -
Page 20: Power Supply Connections
7.7 POWER SUPPLY CONNECTIONS The power supply is an integral part of the Main Fire Alarm Module and the Chassis. The ratings for the supply are: Flex 4 and Flex 8: Electrical input ratings: 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 2 A main primary circuit breaker... -
Page 21: Fig.14: Wiring Table For Initiating Circuits
7.8 WIRING TABLES Fig.14: WIRING TABLE FOR INITIATING CIRCUITS WIRE GAUGE MAXIMUM WIRING RUN TO LAST DEVICE (ELR) (AWG) 2990 4760 1450 7560 2300 12000 3600 19000 5800 30400 9200 NOTE: MAXIMUM INITIATING LOOP RESISTANCE SHALL NOT EXCEED 100 OHMS Fig.15: WIRING TABLE FOR INDICATING (NOTIFICATION APPLIANCE) CIRCUITS TOTAL MAXIMUM WIRING RUN TO LAST DEVICE (ELR) -
Page 22: System Checkout
8.0 SYSTEM CHECKOUT 8.1 BEFORE TURNING THE POWER "ON": 1. Check that all modules are installed in the proper location with the proper connections. 2. Check all field (external) wiring for opens, shorts, and ground. 3. Check that all interconnection cables are secure, and that all connectors are plugged-in properly. 4. -
Page 23: Indicators, Controls, & Operation
9.0 INDICATORS, CONTROLS, & OPERATION Refer to the following LED Indicators and Control Switch locations ... Fig.16: Indicators and Control Location Page 23 of 35 Technical Manuals Online! - http://www.tech-man.com firealarmresources.com... -
Page 24: Indicators
9.1 INDICATORS: Buzzer: The Buzzer is activated by any of the following ... Fire Alarm Steady Supervisory Alarm- Steady Trouble On and off at a rate of 20 per minute. If the Buzzer is turned on in response to a Non-Latching Trouble or Supervisory, it will be turned off if the condition causing it goes away and there is no other reason for it to be on. - Page 25 These LED’s indicate Trouble for Initiating and Indicating Circuits. They illuminate Slow Flashing Amber (20 flashes per minute) for any field wiring fault, or if the circuit has been Disconnected. Page 25 of 35 Technical Manuals Online! - http://www.tech-man.com firealarmresources.com...
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Page 26: Controls
9.2 CONTROLS: System Reset Switch: The System Reset momentary switch causes the Fire Alarm Control Panel, and all Circuits, to be reset ... Resets all Latching Trouble Conditions Resets all Initiating Circuits Interrupts the 4-Wire Detector Supply Turns off all Indicating Circuits Turns off Signal Silence Indicator Turns off Fire Drill Stops and resets all Timers... -
Page 27: Circuit Types
9.4 CIRCUIT TYPES: “Circuits” refers to an actual electrical interface, either Initiating (Detection) or Indicating (Also referred to as Notification Appliance, Signal or Bell). “Zone” is a logical concept for a Fire Alarm Protected Area, and will consist of at least one Circuit. - Page 28 Continuous: [On 100% of the time] •••••••••••• Temporal Code: [3 of .5 second on, .5 second off, 1.5 second pause] ••• ••• ••• March Code: [.5 second on, .5 second off] • • • • • • • California Code: [5 second on, 10 second off] ••••...
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Page 29: Module System Configuration
Class A Circuit #2. In Class A operation, the DIP Switches for Circuits 3 & 4 are ignored except for an Flex 4 with a CEM Circuit Expander Module. LED Indicators for Circuits 3 & 4 are non-functional except for an Flex 4 with a CEM Circuit Expander Module. - Page 30 On the CEM Circuit Expander Module of a Flex 8... Function DIP Switch Switch “Off” Switch “On” Indicating Circuit #3 Switch 6, #1 Silenceable Non-Silenceable Audible Device (Bell) Only Switch 6, #2 Silenceable Non-Silenceable Indicating Circuit #4 Audible or Visual Device Switch 6, #3 Audible Device (Bell) Visual Device (Strobe)
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Page 31: Walk Test Operation
11.0 WALK TEST OPERATION Walk Test allows an installer to test initiating devices and verify the initiating circuit wiring in a system. Walk Test mode is entered by pressing and holding the Buzzer Silence and Lamp Test Momentary Switches for at least 5 seconds. -
Page 32: Appendix "A" - Compatible Devices
Any Underwriter’s Laboratories Inc. (UL) Listed separately powered alarm initiating device (e.g.smoke or heat detector) having an operating voltage range equal to or exceeding the output of the Flex 4 or Flex 8 and having a dry contact for alarm initiating is electrically compatible. Be certain to install a end of line, Listed power supervision module after the electrically last initiating device on each circuit. - Page 33 24VDC open, 12VDC @ 3.5 mA, 8 mA max. (shorted) 8 Zone Remote Annunciator (RA8) Current Consumption: Standby: 35 mA, Alarm: 300 mA RS-485 Interface, up to 3 per Flex 4 or Flex 8 Panel. Current Consumption: Standby: 35 mA, Alarm: 90 mA Remote Trouble Indicator (RTI)
- Page 34 12 AH Batteries Flex 8 (Flex 4 with CEM) (4A alarm) 12 AH Batteries 12 AH Batteries Flex 8 (Flex 4 with CEM) , DACT, RY8, 12 AH Batteries 24 AH Batteries 3 x RA8 (4A alarm) Page 34 of 35 Technical Manuals Online! - http://www.tech-man.com...
- Page 35 WARRANTY The Gamewell Company warrantees this manufactured equipment is to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original shipment. Gamewell will repair or replace, at its option, any equipment which it determines to contain defective material or workmanship.