Ampac FireFinder II Series Specifications download pdf (Page 83)

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FIREFINDER SERIES II INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING &

OPERATION

19.1.4 Monthly Test

In addition to the Weekly Test specified above, the following Inspection and testing procedures

should be carried out each month:

 Simulate fire conditions on alt alarm zones and reset the system to normal. Confirm with the

monitoring station when the test has been completed.

 Check battery voltage and charging current in accordance with the manufacturer's

instructions.

 Check batteries and their terminals as specified by the manufacturer to ensure that they are

in good serviceable condition. Where applicable, examine to ensure that the specific gravity

and the level of the electrolyte in each cell is correct

 Check condition of battery cabinet for corrosion and to ensure that batteries are stored in a

secure condition.

 Check to ensure that all indicating lights are operating correctly and replace if faulty.

 Check operation of all alarm sounders.

 Disconnect the battery supply and ensure that the visual and audible fault signals are

activated at the main alarm panel.

 Simulate main power supply failure and ensure that the system will operate correctly with the

standby battery power supply.

 Simulate fire alarm conditions and check the output signals available to initiate the remote

auxiliary functions that is required to be in operation in the event of fire as in accordance with

the appropriate codes.

 Simulate fault conditions on all alarm zones to ensure that the main alarm panel is operating

correctly.

 Check that the main alarm panel is in a clean and operative condition.

 Visually inspect the condition of components, terminations and cables.

 Ensure that faulty parts are replaced and the replacement has been carried out satisfactorily.

Record in the log book any circuit fault that required repair.

 Check that all switches are returned to their operating position after the test.

 The person carrying out the test should record in the log any fault(s) identified and that the

above test has been carried out.

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