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1. The LCD continues to show the event information oRWDN NOTE If another device is activated the sounders are re energised and the new event information is displayed If there are multiple events on the system the information for each event may be viewed by using the toggle function with keypad buttons 2 and 8 The MORE LED is illuminated if there are other events The LCD shows the total number of events Resounding the alarm If having silenced the sounders it is necessary to reactivate them e g because there are still personnel within the building press the SILENCE RESOUND ALARMS keypad button again Resetting the system To restore the system to normal operation after a fire alarm it is necessary to reset the control panel by pressing the RESET button All the LEDs illuminate for 3 4 seconds lamptest function following which the panel reverts to its normal mode NOTE 1 It is not possible to reset the system until the alarms have been silenced 2 The system will not reset if the cause of the alarm is still present i e broken glass in call point or smoke heat in the vicinity of a detector Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 21 SYSTEM OPERATION continued Evacuate The EVACUATE button keypad 3 may be operated at any time to activate the alarm sounders The CONTROLS keyswitch must be in the ON position or code entered Press the EVACUATE button once The sounders2. All disablements on whatever device or line can be cleared simultaneously A programmable option is available to use a switch monitor or input module to isolate pre determined groups of devices This is set up via the cause and effects parameters Set clock Allows the time and date to be entered via the keypad Activate test mode Allows zones to be tested individually or all together With or without sounder An optional managers code can be used to allow access to this function Print options if printer is fitted Set delays if delays are programmed Switches delays off or on Enter access level 3 Engineering Options In order to access the Engineering options a security code is needed which is normally restricted to engineering personnel only All the details of the Engineering Options and the options that allow the system to be re configured with the relevant flow charts can be found in the Installation and Commissioning Manual Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 17 SYSTEM OPERATION Fire alarm During normal operation the only active indication on the control panel is the green Supply Healthy LED The LCD shows the system normal message and the time and date The backlight may be dimmed slightly The control keyswitch should be in the OFF position and the key should be removed and stored ina secure place readily available when required If a manual call point is activat
3. EYE AR TEAARUN AITWY PASTY Dence hd EVACUATE Fire Indicates the presence of a Fire Alarm signal or an Evacuate command Flashes red when there is a fire and goes steady when alarm is silenced Subsequent alarms will re start the flashing Test Mode Indicates system is in the Engineers Test mode General Disablement Indicates that part of the system is disabled isolated Supply Present Indicates that the Mains or Battery supply is present General Fault Indicates that a fault is present on the system The LCD will show the details Pre Alarm Indicates that a detector has recorded a higher than normal analogue value which could signal an impending fire condition Delayed Lit when one or more output delays have been programmed Flashes when one or more output delays are running Sndr Fault Disabled Indicates a fault on the alarm sounder circuit Sounder devices circuits may be faulty or disabled Fire alarm routing output active Designated output to inform monitoring service is activated Fire alarm routing output disabled faulty Designated output to inform monitoring service has been disabled or has a fault condition System Fault Indicates that the processor has halted This can only be reset by manual operation at access level 2 Will remain on even if the system has automatically re started More Events Indicates that there are more events Scroll to view them Power Fault Indicates power supply failures T
4. It has a real time clock with back up utilising a smart cap rather than a battery thus eliminating battery life issues The Fusion incorporates a very fast auto learn sequence only learning selected parts of the loop and if required can unlearn devices from the system It supports the Apollo ancillary base sounders and relays local zonal or common operation A device monitoring mode allows activation of the device outputs and control of the loop polling direction Also there is a selectable maintenance scanning threshold The Fusion has genuine peer to peer panel networking utilising reliable CAN bus technology with response settings to evacuate 1st alarm 2nd alarm precinct and fault signals with programmable responses for loop sounders panel sounder circuits remote relays and loop modules This User s manual explains the operation of the panel and incorporates a user s responsibilities guide for testing and maintaining the system It is intended that the user s manual with the log book forms part of the documentation package passed to the customer on completion Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 4 PRODUCT OVERVIEW The control panel is combined multi loop up to 64 zone analogue addressable and or conventional unit with integral power supply and space for standby batteries It has two additional sounder circuits per loop card as well as auxiliary volt free contacts and various remote inputs and
5. LED which will be illuminated Delays can be applied to all zones or individual zones as required A programmed delay can be turned off if required in the menu option 11 Set delays If a delay is turned OFF DELAYS INACTIVE will be displayed alternately on the normal display If the delay is set ON the DELAY LED will be illuminated If the acknowledgement and investigation delay option is enabled A fire alarm is registered at the panel but does not immediately activate the sounders or remote output dependant on program settings The display will show FIRE DELAY 019 ZONE 01 OF 01 ZONES ACK TIME 40 CHARACTERS LOCATION TEXT The delay timer shows how much time is left for acknowledgement If the alarm is not acknowledged before the first timer expires the panel will enter full alarm The alarm can be acknowledged by pressing button 5 on the keypad If the sounders are active they may be silenced by pressing SILENCE RESOUND ALARMS button Once acknowledged the display will show FIRE DELAY 120 ZONE 01 OF 01 ZONES INVEST 40 CHARACTERS LOCATION TEXT The delay timer shows how much time is left for investigation If the alarm is not RESET before the second timer expires the panel will enter full alarm Pressing EVACUATE or operating a manual call point will terminate the investigation delays and activate all programmed sounders Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 19 SYSTEM OPERATION con
6. are energised and the common FIRE LED will flash To turn the Evacuate signal off Press the SILENCE button keypad 9 This will be displayed on the LCD and the flashing FIRE LED will change to steady Press RESET button bottom right on keypad Panel buzzer The internal panel buzzer operates whenever an abnormal event is on the system lit operates in the following modes Fire Evacuate Fast Pulse Fault Slow Pulse Disablement Double Pulse Silenced Intermittent Bleep This buzzer may be muted without affecting the alarm device status by pressing keypad button 7 Monitoring The control panel internal circuitry is fully supervised in accordance with the requirements of EN54 2 1998 and indicates a failure as a fault condition Loop and sounder circuits are monitored for open circuit and short circuit fault conditions Essential fuses are monitored Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 22 SYSTEM OPERATION continued Fault conditions When the control panel detects a fault condition one of the following occurs 1 The GENERAL FAULT LED will flash and the display will show the details 2 The PRE ALARM led will flash This indicates that a detector has recorded a higher than normal analogue value which could signal a possible fault with that detector or an impending fire condition The display will show the details 3 The SYSTEM FAULT led will flash indicating that the processor has halte
7. controls and indicators are mounted on the fascia of the unit there are no user controls within the panel Normal Operation In the normal operating mode only the green Supply Healthy LED light emitting diode should be illuminated The LCD liquid crystal display should be showing the current time date and company name if programmed Other indications that may show in normal operation are System normal Controls are not active limited menu available Controls Active If key switch is in the on position Delayed LED is displayed if any output delays are programmed MOON S General Disablement LED also shows disablements active LCD displayed if any zones or devices have been disabled details of disablements can be viewed in Menu item View active disablements 5 Test mode LED will show if engineer test mode has been set to areas on the system Test mode should only be used by authorised personnel 6 Precinct Active LCD remote input to activate alarm sounders is active often referred to as class change T Alert Active LCD remote input to pulse alarm sounders is active 8 Delays are Inactive LCD programmed delays have been set to off Fire Alarm Event A fire alarm event is caused by the activation of a field device It may be generated automatically by a smoke or heat detector sensing smoke or heat or manually by the operation of a call point In either case it will cause an audi
8. reported Message Det removed No response Type error Loop open circuit Loop short circuit Power supply fault Sounder short open Radial short open Mains fail Battery fault Supply calib mode Earth fault Output limit 1 2 Double response CPU fault Network Charger fault Voltage fault Device fault Warning Prog switch on Bad response Ancillary relay fault Ancillary sounder fault GPRS fault xxxx Fusion Operating Manual Fault Condition Conventional detector removed Addressable device removed Device fault wrong device type installed Loop circuit open Loop circuit short PSU failed Open short circuit on sounder circuit Open short circuit on conventional circuit Mains failed Battery disconnected max 30s delay Power supply set to calibration mode Earth fault Power supply path output 1 or 2 shorted Duplicate address CPU failed Communications failure PSU failure external only 28 volts outside spec lt 22v gt 30v Analogue value low SW 6 on DIL switch set to on or switch 1 on additional loop radial boards Loop data corruption A device is unplugged from an ancillary unit which relies on it for operation Message to SMS provider was not sent if FIRETEXT module is in use xxxx refers to unique fault code Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 24 SYSTEM OPERATION continued Action after a Fire The following actions are in compliance with EN5
9. to product specifications at our dis cretion and without prior notice E amp O E Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 2 CONTENTS Important Safety Notes sssssssssssssssss ee 2 Introduction uoo ep deb see da ap cedi odes a rau sue t eee 4 Product Overview sssssssssssRR em nemen nenne renes anna 5 User Responsibilities ssssssssssHHRImH 5 CSS ANY I Hp 7 Control Panel iau nt HEU eh S ACT s ob ML E MeL 9 Panel lridICatoEs e oaa na rk bea Reg Icd aaa gb dap np MA EC DR 11 Keypad uui a a caca ftu en at enis sod ceps held ioSatib ata tac date 12 ECD DISpldy ee ee PP E A ELE E D 13 Menu and Control Functions sssssssRR ee 14 Function Buttons sse ocean eae etl Seeded av eee Dd lel re e c Qei iL wat des 14 Access Levels etes meo derbi eue etsi d NA ud eL oL rz idein at 15 Menu Flow Diagram 0ccecececeececee ee ee eee eee ee Ite ether 16 Key to Menu EE E A E E E E ed ah Reg de ud ead cd ah Bed wade adele We A 17 System Operation ma Oe ee Oe teas 18 Fite ALAN arrn oWernaieiesi denny overaw xov reme NEA EE AAT T A dete se CE name endeeeie 18 Silencing the Alarm iasa EAEN denne bd nde nad ea ban nna 20 Resetting the System soiree heii rii E TE EE eere 20 Velit c x ccc 21 Panel B zzer oer Seed evi ats one EN IN AE bly 9e edo ug bd te De ea ovv 21 Fault CONDITIONS ice nee erede eso eo bated oa bic
10. unique identification applied to each field device in an addressable system Addressable system An addressable system is one where each field device has an address which can be identified and displayed in an abnormal condition or for normal monitoring purposes The address is normally accompanied by a user defined text message describing the device location e g First floor corridor Addressable devices are usually wired in a loop configuration Analogue addressable system In addition to device addressability the detectors employed are analogue devices transmitting data to the control panel which is then analysed and processed so that the appropriate condition can be displayed Analogue systems can provide greater immunity to false alarms and give advance information about impending fire conditions Automatic system An automatic system is one which includes detectors of some description as opposed to one fitted with manual call points only Conventional System This is a system which uses non addressable field devices Up to 32 devices may be connected to a single circuit When an alarm occurs a search of this circuit has to be undertaken to identify the de vice in alarm Device A component of an addressable system connected to the loop circuit It can be an input device such as a detector or call point or an output device such as a relay or sounder controller Devices in an addressable system are uniquely numbered and there is a ma
11. 04 When an event occurs the backlight is activated and the LCD shows the event details e g FIRE ZONE 01 OK 01 ZONES 01 OF 01 PANEL 01 RECENT ZONE 01 The display shows the event type i e Fire the zone that the activated device is in i e zone 3 the number of events i e 1 The bottom line alternates with the device location text if programmed Pressing button 1 reveals the device information Type i e manual call point address number and time and date of the event This button will function regardless of status of keyswitch NOTE Fault conditions on the system are suppressed when Fire events are present The SYSTEM FAULT LED is illuminated and faults can be viewed if required via the View Active Faults option when button 1 is pressed The bottom line displays a text message describing the device location In the menu mode menu options are displayed as follows SELECT MENU OPTION 5 TEST LAMPS The Keypad is used to navigate through the menu options and select functions as described in the installation and commissioning manual Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 13 MENU AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS General The control panel incorporates facilities to alter the status of the system e g it is possible to isolate parts of the system if there is work in progress or a particular device is faulty and causing unwanted alarms The system can be put into test mode to allow an
12. 4 2 The responsible person should ensure that the following work is carried out as soon as possible after any fire and that normal use of the area is not resumed until the work is complete a If the system includes detectors containing radioactive material ionisation type then special precautions may be required and the servicing company should be consulted b Each device which may have been affected by the fire should be tested C Each fire alarm sounder should be tested d A visual examination should be made of areas which might have been damaged by the fire including power supplies control equipment and interconnections e Any defect found should be recorded in the log book and immediate action taken to rectify the defect f The servicing company should be advised and instructed to carry out a check of the system The responsible person should also ensure that the following work is carried out although this can take place after normal working has resumed a A check should be made of the state of the battery ies and charger b The servicing company should be instructed to carry out a full inspection and test of the system to verify its operation This may include cables which are buried and areas that may be hidden c If the fire was not detected by the system or the response was unacceptably slow then the reasons for this should be investigated and a report obtained Consideration should be given to modifying or u
13. C Combined Conventional Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel Operating Manual Approved Document MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 May 2010 NOTE PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE HANDLING THE EQUIPMENT AND OBSERVE ALL ADVICE GIVEN IN IT THIS PARTICULARLY APPLIES TO THE PRECAUTIONS NECESSARY TO AVOID E S D PA N IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES The panel is safe to operate provided it has been installed in compliance with the manufacturer s instructions and used in accordance with this manual Hazardous voltages are present inside the panel DO NOT open it unless you are qualified and authorised to do So There is no need to open the panel s enclosure except to carry out commissioning maintenance and remedial work This work must only be carried out by competent service personnel who are fully conversant with the con tents of the panel s separate installation manual and have the necessary skills for maintaining this equipment This fire alarm system requires periodic checks as specified in B S 5839 Part 1 2002 It is the responsibility of the System user to ensure it is regularly serviced and maintained in good working order Disclaimer No responsibility can be accepted by the manufacturer or distributors of this fire alarm panel for any misinterpreta tion of an instruction or guidance note or for the compliance of the system as a whole The manufacturer s policy is one of continuous improvement and we reserve the right to make changes
14. Clear event logs 7 8 9 Activate test mode 1 0 Print options 11 Set delays g Set auto enables 12 Enter access level 3 Dependant upon Remove all disablements program settings Enter access code XXXX Access level 3 for service personnel only Refer to Installation Manual Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 16 MENU AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS continued Key to menu 10 11 12 View active faults This option provides a method of viewing faults on the system when there are active fire events present View active disablements This option allows the user to identify parts of the system that have been isolated View event logs This option allows the Alarm log Fault log and the User log to be inspected Test lamps Clear event logs Set disablements This option allows remote outputs sounders loop and zones to be disabled and also enabled manually or automatically at a preset time and date Remote Contacts can be disabled or enabled for test purposes This applies to relay 1 relay 2 common fault or the loop module relays Sounders can be disabled if required and enabled again The Loop can be isolated on this option Any selected zone can be disabled or enabled Any of up to 126 devices on the loop can be disabled or enabled Timers can be set for devices or outputs to be re enabled automatically at a specified time and date with this option
15. beater ed ota vab ds ve bv e AA 22 Fault Messages oce ce esee d ya enna da V INE Ve UR VU ED YU e VUE d pend 23 Action after a Fire oc erre dod reor res E e i cuve we vad verde e deus 24 Action after a False alarm reote oed err eee ve dv oos eee d 25 Action following a Fault sss Hmmm 25 Avoiding false Alarms sssssssssssssssesenm eene senem ee senes eren 26 Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 3 INTRODUCTION The Fusion combines a powerful multi loop analogue addressable control panel with conventional and TWIN WIRE technologies and has been designed in accordance with European standards EN54 2 and EN54 4 Fire Detection and Alarm systems Control and Indicating Equipment It utilises the latest surface mount technology with a flash programmable 32 bit micro controller for easier software updates The panel operates with Apollo Fire Detectors XP95 amp Discovery analogue addressable protocols and also supports the Apollo and Hochiki ranges of conventional field devices Four internal sounder circuits are provided in the base unit with an additional two circuits per loop card Extra sounder circuits can be provided with the use of modular PCBs The control panel is programmable via the keypad controls or via a PC or laptop allowing the configuration to be created off site and uploaded In addition to the requirements of EN54 2 the control panel has the following faci
16. ble alarm to be given usually throughout the building and the event details to be displayed and indicated on the control panel NOTE Each system is individually configured for the required operation Space is provided in the manual to record the method of operation of this system which should be completed by the installer The prescribed emergency fire alarm drill should commence immediately the alarm is heard see System Operation Fault Event A fault event is generated when the control panel detects an internal malfunction or a fault on an external circuit or device A fault is indicated by the relevant LED s and the buzzer sounding A fault description is shown on the LCD Additional information about the fault may be obtained by pressing button 1 Control Event A control event is caused by the operation of one or more of the keyboard pushbuttons All controls are inoperable until the Controls keyswitch is set to the on position or alternatively a code number entered to prevent unauthorised operation A keypad is provided to silence and reset the system following a fire or fault event initiate an evacuation alarm and to access the menu functions Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 10 PANEL INDICATORS Uer Aas X UN Tes VODE DARLENE NT PRESENT FIRE DETECTION SYSTEM Lr S DOCiroeX D Xx Ga et ume 1007 owwa Oe ee e 9 os e me mon mos Mee Sr S EN a PAAD AIAN DEONEAD WAF
17. cted to carry out with regard to BS5839 1 2002 only It does not highlight any other responsibilities that may be re quired of the user or responsible person that are listed in documentation such as the Employees Guide to Fire Safety the Fire Precautions Workplace regulations and or any other legislation rele vant to the premises If in doubt the fire authority can advise on the fire legislation that applies to any given building For countries outside the UK different user responsibilities may apply Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 5 USER RESPONSIBILITIES continued BS5839 1 2002 states the responsible person should The bracketed numbers xx identify the BS5839 1 2002 clauses to which the summary refers 1 Ensure the fire alarm panel is checked daily to confirm there are no faults on the system 47 2b 2 Ensure arrangements are in place for the test maintenance and regular servicing of the sys tem with regard to Section 6 of the standard 47 2c Important Clause 44 of BS5839 1 2002 recommends weekly and monthly tests that should be carried out by the responsible person See below for details 3 Ensure the system log book is kept up to date by recording fire signals fault signals work on the system etc and make sure it is available for inspection at all times 47 2d 48 4 Ensure all relevant occupants of the premises are instructed in the proper use of the system 47 2e 5 Take
18. d This can only be reset by an engineer 4 The SNDR FAULT led illuminates to indicate a fault on the alarm sounder circuit 5 The PSU led when lit indicates a power supply failure The LCD will show the details 6 For each of the above or combination of them the internal buzzer pulses slow pulse 7 The LCD will display the event information e g 001 FAULTS IN ZONE 03 01 OF 01 PRESS 1 FOR DETAILS The fault message is normally self explanatory for instance in the above example the message is FAULT IN ZONE 03 The fault condition can be accepted by pressing the SILENCE key 9 To view the text description of the device press keypad button 5 The flashing LEDs go steady and the buzzer tone changes to an intermittent bleep The panel automatically returns to normal operation when the fault condition clears however certain faults e g SYSTEM FAULT require the CPU central processing unit to be reset Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 23 SYSTEM OPERATION continued The following list describes the typical fault messages Any fault that does not have a logical explanation should be immediately reported WARNING High voltages are present within the panel which could cause fatal shock The front door should only be opened by a competent engineer There are no user serviceable parts inside the panel IF IN DOUBT CALL AN ENGINEER Fault messages The following events are detected and
19. ealed lead acid type batteries see Installa tion manual for details of battery models and sizes These rechargeable batteries provide power in the case of a loss of AC mains power It is possible to power the panel from a remote power supply if required and input terminals are provided to facilitate the remote supply input and also to monitor the unit for mains and battery failure Access to the panel functions and configuration options is at different levels enabling restricted access to certain functions At the user level it is possible to disable parts of the system set the time and date put the system into walktest mode and view the system status Advanced options include configuration maintenance checks and fault finding mode The control panel incorporates an auto learn feature which enables the system devices to be recognised on initial power up Configuration of the system operation can be achieved via the panel controls or by downloading data created in a PC software program USER RESPONSIBILITIES BS5839 1 2002 is the British Standard code of practice for the design installation commissioning and maintenance of fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings Section 7 of the standard User Responsibilities states that a named responsible person should be appointed to supervise all matters pertaining to the fire alarm system clause 47 2a Highlighted below is a summary of the main functions the responsible person is expe
20. ed or an automatic detector senses smoke or heat a fire alarm signal is generated and the following occurs 1 The alarm sounders operate in accordance with the programmed configuration This is normally a general evacuation continuous alarm throughout the building but may be an alert intermittent signal or alarm in certain parts of the building only 2 The common FIRE LED flashes on the front panel 3 The relevant zone LED flashes 1 64 4 The LCD illuminates and shows the event information 5 The internal buzzer pulses rapidly 6 The remote contacts operate and signal the fire brigade if this has been configured in the system 7 Remote control functions are initiated in accordance with the program e g doors closed ventilation shutdown etc 8 Event details are printed if a printer is fitted 9 SMS text messages are sent if FIRETEXT module is fitted The actions to be taken in the event of a fire alarm should be fully documented and implemented immediately upon hearing the alarm In the event of a fire condition on multiple zones e The panels general fire indicator will flash it s internal sounder if enabled will pulse and it s relevant fire zone indicators will flash The panel s display will show the first and last zones that went into fire together with the total number of zones that are in fire For example if a fire condition has occurred in zones 1 2 and 3 in that order the display will show a messa
21. el controls and functions access is restricted in accordance with the requirements of EN54 2 The following access levels apply Level 1 Accessible without keyswitch or code entry Full restrictions The internal buzzer MUTE only is available at this level and Scroll and Select if Fire is active Note The large cabinet version of the panel has a door with a clear acrylic window which must be opened to gain access to Level 1 If delays are used then a call point must be fitted next to the panel to allow override of the delay Level 2 CONTROL keyswitch ON or code entered The control switches are operable and menu level 2 fuctions available Level 3 An access code must be entered to gain access to the configuration and advanced options An additional switch operation is required at engineer level to access configuration data Level 4 Configuration software Download facilities are available for off site programming NOTE Amending the system configuration can have serious effects on the operation of the equipment and should only be undertaken by a competent person who has information concerning the devices installed and the specified operational requirements The system should be fully tested after any alterations to the configuration program Menu Procedures The following procedures are common to all of the menu options and should be understood before attempting to alter the system status Press the MENU button on
22. engineer to activate devices without causing a general alarm and the time and date can be changed e g for British Summer Time These functions are accessible to the user at access level 2 but care should be exercised when utilising the functions as it is possible to disable some or all of the system It is recommended that before attempting to enter the options menu the features are fully understood and the operator is familiar with the controls used to navigate the menus and select options Function buttons Four of the keypad buttons are used as function buttons when the options menu is invoked Most of the panel functions including configuration are controlled by these buttons which have the following functions MENU The Menu button is used to initially invoke the options menu Press once to enter the Menu and press again to Exit 2 and 8 The 2 and 8 buttons are used to move to and then select the Menu options Once an option has been selected the Menu button should be pushed again to exit 5 The 5 button on the keypad is pressed when the option selected needs to be viewed or to view the text or an active event 4 and 6 The 4 and 6 buttons are used to position the cursor along a full display line in order to adjust various options available Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 14 MENU AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS continued Access levels To prevent unauthorised operation of the pan
23. ge similar to the one below The system s sounders relays and other output devices will operate as programmed First zone in alarm gt FIRE ZONE 01 OF 03 ZONES 01 OF 03 Sequence of total qty of alarms PANEL 01 RECENT ZONE 05 Last zone in alarm Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 18 SYSTEM OPERATION continued To view any additional zones that are in fire press the Aor V buttons as appropriate The display will continue to show the last zone that went into fire but all previous Zones will now appear on a step by step basis with details of which order they went into fire i e 1st zone 2nd zone etc Pressing the more information button 1 at any time will give you details of the actual device s that are in a fire condition on the zone that is on the top line of the display These can be scrolled through using the A and V buttons In the event of a fire condition the building s fire management plan should always be executed Authorised users can silence or reset the system as appropriate by entering access level 2 and pressing the buttons on the panels front Details on how to do this can be found on page 23 After the event note the event details i e the activated zone and the device details if not already determined Fire alarm with output delays The system can be programmed with delays to outputs fire alarm sounders If a delay has been programmed this is indicated by the DELAY
24. he LCD will show the details Fire Detection Zones Up to 64 indicators Zones 1 64 to show which area group of devices has activated in a fire condition LED will flash for new zone in alarm and become steady when alarm is silenced Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 11 KEYPAD EVACUATE SILENCE RESOUND ALARMS Em CONTROL PANEL RESET All the numbered keys are digits in their own right but also have the following additional functions 1 Press for more information about an active device 2 Scroll up 3 Generate full alarm evacuate Override active delay if a delay is running 4 Scroll left 5 Select to view option or Enter 6 Scroll right 7 Mute internal fire fault buzzer 8 Scroll down 9 Toggle silence re sound alarm Halt active delay restart delay if a delay is running 0 MENU Access to menu Bottom right Control panel reset Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 12 LCD DISPLAY The LCD displays event information status information and the option menus It has two lines of text each with 40 characters and is backlit when there is an active event on the system or the menu options are accessed In the normal operating mode the backlight is dim and the top line displays a default text message or user defined text The second line displays the current time and date e g FUSION PANEL SYSTEM NORMAL 9 36 15 03
25. he system by pressing the Silence Activate Sounders button and Control Panel Reset button e Verify that no manual call points or smoke heat detectors are obstructed in any way Test a different zone each week using a different call point or detector so all are tested in rota tion Monthly attention Ensure authorised service personnel verify the system s standby power supply or supplies are in good working order Quarterly and periodic inspection testing servicing and maintenance It is the user s responsibility to ensure that an ongoing periodic plan is in place that meets Clause 45 Inspection and Maintenance of BS5839 1 2002 The work required to meet this Clause must be carried out by a competent person with specialist knowledge of fire detection and alarm systems The standard recognises this will normally be an outside specialist fire alarm servicing organisation Please note the above summaries do not replace Sections 6 and 7 of BS5839 1 2002 but are intended to help the user gain a greater understanding of his or her responsibilities We strongly recommend the named responsible person familiarises themselves with the full standard copies of which are available from your local reference library or can be purchased from the British Standards Institute Customer Services Dept 389 Chiswick High Road London W4 4AL Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 6 GLOSSARY Address An address is the
26. lities Test Condition to allow the automatic resetting of zones in alarm for testing purposes EN54 2 Section 10 option with requirements Outputs to Fire Alarm Devices to enable an audible warning to be sounded throughout a premises upon the detection of a fire condition or the operation of a manual call point EN54 2 section 7 8 option with requirements Output to Fire Alarm Routing Equipment monitored signal for use with remote manned stations etc EN54 2 section 7 9 1 option with requirements Delays to Outputs programmable delays to outputs can be configured EN54 2 section 7 11 option with requirements Note If these delays are configured a manual call point must be installed near the panel for the purpose of overriding the delay Disablements of Addressable Devices EN54 2 section 9 5 option with requirements Fault signals from points EN54 2 section 8 3 option with requirements Also in addition to the requirements of EN54 2 all control panels have voltage free relay contacts for faults and fire These are to be used for local control and signalling The Fusion has individually isolatable panel contacts via the menu with an auto enablement feature and the option to remove all disablements The menu is comprehensive yet easy to use allowing electrical isolation of the loop via the keyboard The menu also includes an enhanced test mode with or without sounders allowing all zones to be tested simultaneously if required
27. n the log book and advise the servicing company Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 26 SYSTEM OPERATION continued Avoiding false Alarms Generally false alarms are avoided by good system design and a properly designed system should provide troublefree service for many years However changes can occur in the layout of a building or the uses to which it is put which can affect the reliability of the system An awareness of the type of situation which can cause false alarms to be generated may prevent the effectiveness of the system being jeopardised Typical problem areas are as follows Manual call points MCPs do not normally cause problems unless they are sited where they can be inadvertently damaged e g by fork lift trucks or trolleys etc One cause of false alarms from call points is malicious damage i e vandalism which can occur if they are in an area accessible to the public Detectors Probably the largest single cause of false alarms smoke detectors can be susceptible to a number of factors in addition to smoke Careful siting eliminates most of the problems but smoke detectors can be activated by any of the following Insects can affect systems at certain times of the year and are more of a problem in some parts of the country Detector manufacturers have long been aware of the problem and have introduced more sophisticated measures to eliminate them e Cooking a common cause
28. of false alarms is people cooking especially in bedrooms and mess rooms where toasters and similar appliances are often used Air currents draughts from open windows and air flows from ventilation systems or air conditioning units can activate detectors e Smoking can activate detectors but is usually easily resolved by eliminating smoking in the immediate area e Steam fumes Steam from kitchens and laundries and fumes from vehicles industrial processes etc can all cause unwanted alarms Heat detectors are obviously affected by any form of heat and care should be taken with the siting of heating appliances in the vicinity of detectors Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 27
29. outputs Also 32 soft groups are provided for cause and effects configuration per loop or conventional radial card The control panel comprises a sheet steel enclosure suitable for wall mounting with a hinged lockable front access door It can be semi recessed if required by using a suitable flushing bezel Cable entry is via the top or rear of the cabinet where 20mm knockouts are provided Different key types are used for the door lock and the enable key switch to control levels of access A 2 x 40 character backlit LCD is fitted to display event information and function or configuration menus Alarm and status information is provided by LED indicators and there is a 12 button keypad which controls the system and allows access to the function and configuration options The Fusion panel is provided with an internal power supply module The smaller FBUS models have a 3 Amp module and the FBUL versions have a 5 Amp module These modules Comply with the re quirements of EN54 4 1988 and provide temperature compensated battery management charging and earth fault monitoring The power supply modules consist of an assembly comprising AC mains to 36vdc power pack and a control PCB with heat sink which provides the control and monitoring functions and 28vdc nominal power output The power supply modules have two independent current limited outputs for supplying power to the panel circuits Both power supply units are designed for use with VLRA s
30. pgrading the system if necessary On completion of the work a certificate should be obtained Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 25 SYSTEM OPERATION continued Action after a false Alarm Any alarm from the system should be treated as an alarm of fire until it can be proved to be false False alarms can lead to a loss of confidence in the system and the responsible person should take steps to minimise the risk of such occurrences There are prescribed levels for the rate of false alarms and if this level is exceeded the responsible person must instigate special attention to resolve the problem The average number of false alarms from an installation should not exceed one false alarm per year for each 25 detectors The following actions should be taken following a false alarm a Where possible identify the device which has initiated the alarm b Do not attempt to reset the system before establishing the cause C Record the event in the log book and inform the servicing company Action following a Fault If a fault is indicated on the system then the responsible person should ensure that the following actions are taken a Determine the area affected by the fault and decide whether special action such as fire patrols are needed in that area b If possible determine the reason for the fault or note the activities in the area immediately prior to the fault occurring C Record the fault i
31. rm condition when activated MCPs comprise a standard call point assembly fitted with an input module on analogue addressable systems and have a unique address Radial A term to describe a conventional detection or sounder circuit which is terminated with an end of line resistor Sensor See Detector Short circuit isolator SCI A device connected to the loop circuit which limits the loss of devices in a short circuit condition They are generally fitted between each zone to restrict the loss of detection to one zone in accordance with BS 5839 Part 1 SCls do not have an address and do not limit the number of devices on a loop Sounder A device which provides an audible warning of a fire alarm condition Sounders may be bells but are often electronic devices with a range of sound options and volume control In most systems the sounders must achieve a minimum level of audibility throughout the protected premises System type Systems complying with BS 5839 Part 1 are classifed depending on the application There are two main categories i e Life Protection L type and Property Protection P type Each category is sub divided depending on the level of protection required for the particular risk Zone A zone is the sub division of a building separated by fire resisting walls to form a compartment When applied to a fire alarm control panel it refers to the number of fire indicators available to identify the location of a fire within a b
32. steps to limit the number of false alarms on the system 47f 6 Ensure the effectiveness of the system is not impaired by ensuring there is a space of at least 500mm in all directions around and below every fire detector and that all manual call points are unobstructed and easy to see 47g T Liaise with all relevant building engineers decorators etc to ensure any changes to or main tenance of the buildings fabric does not compromise the protection given by the fire alarm system create faults or false alarms 47h 8 Ensure that any structural or occupancy changes planned for the building are done so with due and early consideration given to any changes that may be required to the fire system 47h 9 Ensure that a selection of spare parts are held as appropriate within the premises 47j Routine weekly and monthly testing to be undertaken by the user responsible person To meet the requirements of Clause 44 of BS5839 1 2002 we recommend the following tests are carried out at approximately the same time each week during normal working hours Note It is essential any alarm receiving centre is contacted before and after these tests to avoid un wanted alarms and to confirm the fire signal is correctly received Carry out an indicator lamp test to check all zone lights show and the buzzer sounds e Operate a manual call point or smoke heat detector to test the fire alarm e Check that the alarm sounders operate Reset t
33. the KEYPAD to display the following SELECT MENU OPTION 2 VIEW ACTIVE FAULTS Use the 2 and 8 keypad buttons to toggle scroll to the required option then press 5 to display the required information At any time pressing MENU again will return you to the menu options or in some cases return you to the last step Depending on the option selected there will be sub menu items which can be accessed by the 5 key or scrolled across to using the 4 and 6 keypad buttons When satisfied with the data obtained press MENU to return to the initial screen Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 15 MENU AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS continued OFF Press Menu button on keypad OR e ON ACTIVATE CONTROLS Access Level 1 open to all personnel Enter access level 2 enter access code 5839 Menu Button Enter Exit option Button 5 select or toggle option Buttons 2 4 6 8 navigate menu View active faults View active disablements View event logs Test lamps Access Level 2 authorised personnel only View active faults View active disablements View event logs Test lamps Set disablements 1 Set relays disablement gt 1 Relay 1 Set clock Set sounders disablement Relay 2 3 Set remote isolate Set zones disablement Common fault Set radial loop device disablements 5 Loop modules 2 3 4 5 6
34. tinued Pre alarm conditions Pre alarm conditions are designed to warn the user that a smoke or heat detector is registering an increase in conditions that could lead to a fire Pre alarms must be taken seriously as a fire condition could be imminent In the event of a pre alarm condition The panel s internal sounder if enabled will pulse and the Pre Alarm LED will be lit The panel s display will show details of the zone which is in pre alarm for example 001 FAULTS IN ZONE 01 01 OF 01 PRESS 1 FOR DETAILS Pressing button 1 will show PRE ALARM LOOP 01 A018 TYPE OPT LOCATION DESCRIPTION Use A or V to scroll any further devices in zone 01 which may be in pre alarm condition SS Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 20 SYSTEM OPERATION continued Silencing the alarm Before the alarm sounders can be silenced or any other control function activated the ACTIVATE CONTROLS keyswitch must be set to the ON position by inserting the key and turning it clockwise a quarter of a turn Alternatively if the option has been set a code entry will activate the controls The access code for level 2 is 5839 With the controls enabled press the SILENCE RESOUND ALARMS keypad button once The alarm sounders on the system are silenced The LCD will illuminate to indicate the current status The flashing common fire and zone LEDs change to steady The buzzer tone changes to an intermittent bleep
35. uilding Each fire compartment generally comprises one or more zones Each floor of a multi storey building is a separate zone and each vertical structure staircase liftshaft etc is a separate zone Smaller zones may be required in areas of high risk In an analogue addressable system the zonal indicator denotes the general area of the fire whilst the LCD indicates the actual activated device Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 8 CONTROL PANEL Panel Controls Activate Controls Controls maybe activated via keyswitch or 4 digit code entry Use of the keyswitch precludes the necessity to enter a code Limited menu functions are available for viewing status information without the need for keyswitch or code entry See menu and control functions section of this manual for further information If the keyswitch is turned to the ON position then the keypad becomes fully functional NOTE It is not possible to withdraw the key in the ON position Key lock This allows authorised engineering personnel access to the inside of the control unit WARNING The power to the alarm unit should be isolated before gaining access The voltages in this unit are high enough to cause severe injury Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 9 CONTROL PANEL continued General description The control panel comprises a sheet steel wall mounted enclosure with a lockable hinged door All the user
36. ximum of 126 devices which can be connected to a single loop Detector A device which detects either flame smoke or heat Analogue detectors are often referred to as sensors because of their ability to transmit variable data to the control panel Disabled The condition of the system when part or parts of it have been isolated for any reason It is possible to disable individual addresses complete zones and or remote outputs The normal condition is enabled Field device See Device Fire procedure A written procedure describing the actions to be taken in the event of a fire alarm Procedures should also include the actions required after a fire and in a fault condition All staff should be conversant with the fire procedures Input output I O device A device which either monitors a remote function or provides a signal to control a remote function or both Used with analogue addressable systems to interface with other services Each I O unit has an address Fusion Operating Manual Approved Document No MFBU 02 Issue 1 2 7 GLOSSARY continued Loop The method of wiring an addressable or analogue addressable system whereby the circuit connecting the devices is wired from the panel and is returned to the panel to form a loop With this method a break in the loop circuit although indicated as a fault does not disable the operation of any devices Manual call point MCP Also known as a break glass unit initiates a fire ala
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