Maintenance - Altronix Maximal Series Installation Manual

10. Stand-by Battery Connections (Figs. 3-5, pgs. 10-12):
For Access Control applications batteries are optional. If batteries are not used a loss of AC will result in
the loss of output voltage. Batteries must be lead acid or gel type. Connect one (1) 12VDC battery to the
terminals marked [+ BAT –] for 12VDC operation (Figs. 3, 5, pgs. 10, 12). Use two (2) 12VDC batteries
wired in series for 24VDC operation (Figs. 3-5, pgs. 10-12).
11. Battery and AC Supervision outputs (Figs. 3-5, pgs. 10-12):
It is required to connect supervisory trouble reporting devices to outputs marked [AC Fail, BAT FAIL]
supervisory relay outputs marked [NC, C, NO] to appropriate visual notification devices. Use 22 AWG to
18 AWG for AC Fail & Low/No Battery reporting.
12. Installation of tamper switch (Not Included) (Figs. 3a, 4a, 5a, pgs. 10-12):
Mount UL Listed tamper switch (Altronix Model TS112 or equivalent) at the top of the enclosure. Slide
the tamper switch bracket onto the edge of the enclosure approximately 2" from the right side. Connect
tamper switch wiring to the Access Control Panel input or the appropriate UL Listed reporting device. To
activate alarm signal open the door of the enclosure.
13. Multiple power supply inputs (Fig. 2, pg. 9):
When using an additional UL Listed external power supply, jumpers J1 and J2 located on corresponding
ACM8 boards must be cut (Fig. 2c, 2d, pg. 9, Fig. 10, pg. 17). Connect external UL Listed power-limited
access control power supply to the terminals marked [– Control +] (only applicable on Maximal11). When
using DC power supplies polarity must be observed. When using AC power supplies polarity needs not to
be observed. (Fig. 2d, pg. 9). All field wiring connections must be made employing suitable gauge CM or
FPL jacketed wire or equivalent substitute (Figs. 6a-9a, pgs. 13-16).
Unit should be tested at least once a year for the proper operation as follows:
FACP Supervision:
Normally Open Input:
Normally Closed Input:
FACP Signal Circuit Input:
Output Voltage Test:
Battery Test:
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Maintenance:

To ensure proper connection and operation of the Fire Alarm disconnect
hookup. Please follow the appropriate procedure below:
Placing a short between terminals marked [T] and [+ INP] will trigger the
Fire Alarm Disconnect. Remove the short to reset.
Remove the wire from terminal marked [INP –] will trigger the Fire Alarm
Disconnect. Replace the wire to terminal marked [INP –] to reset.
It is necessary to trigger the Fire Alarm System.
In all of the above scenarios the green TRG LED of the ACM8s will
illuminate. All outputs selected for Fire Alarm Disconnect will activate
releasing locking devices.
Note: All outputs [OUT 1 - OUT 8] must be in a normal (de-energized)
condition prior to testing. When the unit is configured for Normally Open
(Fig. 13, pg. 18) or Normally Closed (Fig. 15, pg. 18) latching operation,
it is necessary to reset the Fire Alarm Disconnect by activating the
Normally Closed reset switch.
Under normal load conditions, the DC output voltage should be checked
for proper voltage level (Power Supply Board Stand-by Battery
Specifications, pg. 8).
Under normal load conditions check that the battery is fully charged, check
specified voltage at the battery terminals and at the board terminals marked
[+ BAT –] to ensure that there is no break in the battery connection wires.
Note: AL400ULXB2, AL600ULXB and AL1012ULXB Power Supply
Board maximum charge current is 0.7A.
AL1024ULXB2 Power Supply Board maximum charge current is 3.6A.
Expected battery life is 5 years; however, it is recommended to change
batteries within 4 years or less if necessary.
Maximal11/33/55/75/77 (Fused) Series Installation Guide