Harrington Signal T8000 Operation Manual

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Operation Manual

FireSpy® Tracker

T1000, T2000, T8000

Fire Alarm Systems

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Contents

1 Preliminary Information ......................................................... 1

1.1 Safety messages – Please read before proceeding .................................................................. 1

1.2 Settings not allowed by regulations ........................................................................................... 2

1.3 Warranty ........................................................................................................................................ 2

1.4 Support .......................................................................................................................................... 2

2 Operation ................................................................................. 3

2.1 Standalone vs. networked panel(reserved) ............................................................................... 3

2.2 Inputs, outputs, and groups ........................................................................................................ 3

2.3 Types of inputs ............................................................................................................................. 3

2.3.1 Alarm ....................................................................................................................................... 3

2.3.2 Pullstation ................................................................................................................................ 3

2.3.3 Waterflow ................................................................................................................................. 3

2.3.4 Supervisory .............................................................................................................................. 3

2.3.5 Non-reporting........................................................................................................................... 3

2.3.6 FACP Reset ............................................................................................................................. 3

2.3.7 Releasing: Release ................................................................................................................. 3

2.3.8 Releasing: Fast Release ......................................................................................................... 4

2.3.9 Releasing: Halt ........................................................................................................................ 4

2.3.10 Releasing: Abort ...................................................................................................................... 4

2.4 User control interface................................................................................................................... 4

2.4.1 Resets ..................................................................................................................................... 4

2.5 System conditions and annunciation ......................................................................................... 6

2.5.1 Normal standby condition ........................................................................................................ 6

2.5.2 Non-normal condition (event counter) ..................................................................................... 6

2.5.3 Non-normal condition (browsing event list) ............................................................................. 7

2.5.4 Alarm condition ........................................................................................................................ 7

2.5.5 Supervisory alarm condition .................................................................................................... 7

2.5.6 Trouble condition ..................................................................................................................... 7

2.5.7 Pre-alarm condition ................................................................................................................. 7

2.5.8 Programming mode ................................................................................................................. 8

2.5.9 Other conditions ...................................................................................................................... 8

2.6 Features ......................................................................................................................................... 8

2.6.1 Alarm Verification .................................................................................................................... 8

2.6.2 Drift Compensation .................................................................................................................. 8

2.6.3 Releasing ................................................................................................................................. 8

2.6.4 Smoke Control ......................................................................................................................... 8

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3 Test and maintenance .......................................................... 11

3.1 System test .................................................................................................................................. 11

3.1.1 Initial acceptance testing ....................................................................................................... 11

3.1.2 Walk test ................................................................................................................................ 11

3.2 System maintenance .................................................................................................................. 11

3.2.1 Fuse replacement .................................................................................................................. 12

4 Using the menu system ....................................................... 13

4.1 Accessing the menu system ..................................................................................................... 13

4.2 Exiting the menu system ........................................................................................................... 13

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4.3 About the numbering used ........................................................................................................ 13

4.4 Menu navigation ......................................................................................................................... 13

4.5 Assign a setting .......................................................................................................................... 13

4.6 Text and number entry ............................................................................................................... 14

5 Maintenance menu ............................................................... 15

5.1 Level 1 main menu...................................................................................................................... 15

5.2 Menu 1: Real time clock ............................................................................................................. 15

5.3 Menu 2: Test ................................................................................................................................ 15

5.4 Menu 2.1: Normal Walk Test ...................................................................................................... 15

5.5 Menu 2.2: Silent Walk Test ........................................................................................................ 16

5.6 Menu 2.3: Test NACs .................................................................................................................. 16

5.7 Menu 2.4: Test Relays ................................................................................................................ 16

5.8 Menu 2.5: Test LCD Display ...................................................................................................... 16

5.9 Menu 2.5: Drill Test ..................................................................................................................... 16

Appendix A. Glossary ............................................................... 17

Appendix B. Operating instructions ........................................ 21

HSI #780-0923 FireSpy Tracker Operation Manual

1 Preliminary Information

1.1 Safety messages – Please read before proceeding

People’s lives depend on your safe installation of our products. It is important to read, understand and
follow all instructions shipped with this product. The equipment described herein is listed by the NRTL
only when installed and configured in the manner described herein

It is possible to install equipment incorrectly or arrange system components and installation wiring in such
a manner that life safety functions are not properly performed and, as a result, lives may be lost. To
minimize this possibility, become familiar with the system layout and operation of the entire Fire­Protective Signaling System. Do not alter any mechanical or electrical features of the equipment supplied.
Become familiar with the Building Code and Fire Prevention Code or other authority having jurisdiction
requirements in the area of the installation.

The Facilities Engineer and the Safety Engineer should make selection of mounting location for this
equipment and routing of wiring. Listed below are some other important safety instructions and
precautions you should follow:

• This unit must be installed by a qualified electrician in accordance with NFPA 72, and national and
local electrical and fire codes, under the direction of the authority having jurisdiction.

• Only authorized and competent personnel must be allowed access to panel controls or panel power
source, to limit the possibility of malfunction or failure.

• Do not connect this unit to system wiring when circuits are energized. Check field wiring lines to
ensure that voltages are not present. Warranty is void if the equipment is damaged by improperly
connected untested wiring or if fused improperly.

• The equipment must be connected to a dedicated source of reliable AC power adequate for the rating
of the system as configured. The source must be secure and properly labeled "Fire Alarm Circuit
Control".

• A suitable battery set must be used to assure required operation in case of primary power loss. The
battery set must be replaced after 4 years, or earlier if capacity is excessively reduced. The batteries
should be checked at least twice per year, or more often if required by local codes.

• Wiring used in the system must be adequate for the service and installed in accordance with
applicable codes.

• Devices used in the system and connected to the control panel must be verified compatible with the
panel.

• All effective warning speakers produce loud sounds which, in certain circumstances, may cause
permanent hearing loss. Take appropriate precautions such as wearing hearing protection.
Recommendations in OSHA Sound Level Standard (29 CFR 1910) should not be exceeded.

• After installation and completion of initial system test, provide a copy of this instruction sheet to all
personnel responsible for operation, periodic testing and maintenance of this equipment.

• After installation, ensure that all bolts and threaded joints are tightened.

• After installation and completion of initial system test, a program for periodic testing of this device

must be established. Proper periodic maintenance is required to assure operation through the life of
the system, and to determine that point at which useful life of the system or of any of its components
has been reached. Any malfunctioning units must be repaired or replaced immediately by competent,
authorized personnel. Refer to NFPA 72, local Fire Codes and the authority having jurisdiction.

• Instructions for proper response by building occupants must be developed and distributed in
accordance with the Building Code and Fire Prevention Code or other authority having jurisdiction.

• Unauthorized repair or servicing of equipment may result in degradation of performance and/or
property damage, serious injury, or death to you or others. If a malfunctioning unit is encountered, do
not attempt any field repair/retrofit of parts.

Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage, serious injury, or
death to you and others.

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Feature or

Regulation*

Settings not allowed

Settings allowed

The programming technician is ultimately responsible for conformance to the applicable codes and
purchase order.

This manual cannot cover all details or contingencies which could exist in a system application. Refer to
the authorized distributor if additional information is required.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

1.2 Settings not allowed by regulations

NOTICE TO USERS, INSTALLERS, AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION, AND OTHER INVOLVED PARTIES

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This product incorporates field-programmable software. In order for the product to comply with
regulations, certain programming features or options must be limited to specific values or not used at all
as indicated below.

option

Alarm verification 36.5.3, 36.6.3 Alarm verification is not permitted on any

device that is used as part of the cross­zone or multiple detector initiating
operation.

Abort switch 36.3.1 Abort switches shall not be used on

systems intended to perform pre-action or
deluge water functions.

Time delay 36.1.7 An automatic delay provided prior to

release operation by a system shall be a
maximum of 60 seconds.

* Sections cited are from the Standard for Control Units and Accessories for Fire Alarm Systems, UL 864 ninth edition

Verify that alarm verification is not used on
any device used in cross-zone or multiple
detector initiation.

Do not assign the abort or halt function to
modules used in the releasing operation.

Verify that the time delay is set to 60
seconds or less.

1.3 Warranty

Harrington Signal products are covered by a limited warranty. See Harrington’s warranty statement for
more details (document #780-0762).CPG products are covered by a limited warranty. See CPG’s
warranty statement for more details.

1.4 Support

If you have any questions or concerns about installation, operation, or programming of our equipment,
please contact us at:

Harrington Signal Inc.
Commercial Products Group
2519 – 4th Ave
Moline, IL 61265

Toll Free: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Web:
Email: [e-mail]
Web: www. cpglifesafety.com
FireSpy is a registered trademark of Harrington Signal Inc.
This document is copyright © 2009-2011 Harrington Signal Inc. All rights reserved.

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2 Operation

This manual describes the operation of FireSpy Tracker 1000, 2000, and 8000 Fire Alarm Control Panels.

2.1 Standalone vs. networked panel(reserved)

A networked panel provides the same local operations and features as a standalone panel, plus the
operations and features offered by the network connection. A panel performs building monitoring of its
location regardless of whether it is standalone or networked.

2.2 Inputs, outputs, and groups

A panel responds to alarm and supervisory alarm events using inputs and outputs. Each input is placed in
one or more groups and is programmed to detect a certain type of event. When an event activates an
input, the system activates the outputs that are programmed in the same groups as the input.

Trouble conditions indicate that something on the system needs maintenance or servicing or is improperly
configured.

2.3 Types of inputs

Each input device on a panel can be programmed as one of the types of inputs below.

2.3.1 Alarm

Alarm is the normal type of input for automatic smoke detectors, heat detectors, etc. They are required to
activate building notification devices as well as the ALARM light on annunciators. They can optionally
operate relays and output modules in the system.

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2.3.2 Pullstation

Pullstation is the normal type of input for manual pullstations. They operate similar to alarm inputs.

2.3.3 Waterflow

Waterflow is for water flow detectors. They are required to activate building notification devices as well as
the ALARM light on annunciators. They can optionally operate relays and output modules in the system.
Waterflow inputs can be programmed so that the outputs they activate are silenceable or nonsilenceable.

2.3.4 Supervisory

Supervisory inputs are for items such as shut-off valves and pressure detectors for sprinkler systems.
They cannot operate building notification devices, but can optionally operate relays and output modules in
the system.

2.3.5 Non-reporting

Non-reporting inputs allow associated outputs to be triggered without affecting the condition of the panel
or being reported by the DACT. The panel remains in its previous condition (normal standby, etc.) when a
non-reporting event is active.

2.3.6 FACP Reset

The FACP Reset input performs a fast reset. This clears any events that qualify as resettable, i.e. the
inputs that triggered the event have returned to normal.

2.3.7 Releasing: Release

Modules or detectors assigned to operate as a Release function initiate a sequence that will cause the
associated releasing device to energize. The sequence includes the delay timer.

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2.3.8 Releasing: Fast Release

Modules or detectors assigned to operate as a Fast Release function energize the releasing device
without performing the delay.

2.3.9 Releasing: Halt

Modules assigned to operate as a Halt function are able to interrupt the releasing delay timer, thus
preventing energization of the releasing device. Restoring the halt input does not allow the delay timer to
restart; the releasing sequence remains halted. The halt function has no effect if it is activated after the
delay time has expired.. The halt can only be cleared by resetting the panel.

2.3.10 Releasing: Abort

Modules assigned to operate as an Abort function are able to stop the delay timer when it reaches 10
seconds, thus preventing energization of the releasing device. Restoring the abort input allows the delay
timer to restart. Subsequent activation of the abort input will again stop the timer. The Abort function has
no effect if the delay timer has timed out.

2.4 User control interface

System control and programming can be done through the LCD annunciator on the panel. The main
status display is an LCD screen with 8 line by 20 character text capability. Five system LEDs indicate
alarm (red), alarm silence (red), supervisory alarm (red), trouble (yellow), and AC power (green). Ten
zones of programmable alarm and trouble LEDs are located on the right hand side of the annunciator. A
piezoelectric sounder provides audible annunciation of off-normal indications. LCD remote annunciators
are similar and provide the same functionality as the panel’s local LCD annunciator.

Security is provided by a locking door or requiring activation of a keyswitch for most annunciator
commands. Maintenance and programming functions are further protected by passwords.

2.4.1 Resets

There are three types of resets available.

Fast reset

If all events qualify as resettable, i.e. the condition that triggered the event is no longer present, a fast

Figure 2-1. LCD annunciator

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