Notifier NFS-3030/E Installation Manual

Fire Alarm Control Panel
NFS-3030/E
Installation Manual
Document 51330 10/28/2003 Rev:
P/N 51330:C ECN 03-419
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Fire Alarm System Limitations
While a fire alarm system may lower insurance rates, it is not a substitute for fire insurance!
An automatic fire alarm system—typically made up of smoke detectors, heat detectors, manual pull stations, audible warning devices, and a fire alarm control panel with remote notification capability—can provide early warning of a develop­ing fire. Such a system, however, does not assure protection against property damage or loss of life resulting from a fire.
The Manufacturer recommends that smoke and/or heat detec­tors be located throughout a protected premise following the recommendations of the current edition of the National Fire Protection Association Standard 72-1999 (NFPA 72-1999), manufacturer's recommendations, State and local codes, and the recommendations contained in the Guide for Proper Use of System Smoke Detectors, which is made available at no charge to all installing dealers. A study by the Federal Emer­gency Management Agency (an agency of the United States government) indicated that smoke detectors may not go off in as many as 35% of all fires. While fire alarm systems are designed to provide early warning against fire, they do not guarantee warning or protection against fire. A fire alarm sys­tem may not provide timely or adequate warning, or simply may not function, for a variety of reasons:
Smoke detectors may not sense fire where smoke cannot reach the detectors such as in chimneys, in or behind walls, on roofs, or on the other side of closed doors. Smoke detectors also may not sense a fire on another level or floor of a building.
second-floor detector, for example, may not sense a first-
floor or basement fire.
Particles of combustion or “smoke” from a developing fire may not reach the sensing chambers of smoke detectors because:
• Barriers such as closed or partially closed doors, walls, or chimneys may inhibit particle or smoke flow.
• Smoke particles may become “cold,” stratify, and not reach the ceiling or upper walls where detectors are located.
• Smoke particles may be blown away from detectors by air outlets.
• Smoke particles may be drawn into air returns before reaching the detector.
The amount of “smoke” present may be insufficient to alarm smoke detectors. Smoke detectors are designed to alarm at various levels of smoke density. If such density levels are not created by a developing fire at the location of detectors, the detectors will not go into alarm.
Smoke detectors, even when working properly, have sensing limitations. Detectors that have photoelectronic sensing chambers tend to detect smoldering fires better than flaming fires, which have little visible smoke. Detectors that have ion­izing-type sensing chambers tend to detect fast-flaming fires better than smoldering fires. Because fires develop in different ways and are often unpredictable in their growth, neither type of detector is necessarily best and a given type of detector may not provide adequate warning of a fire.
Smoke detectors cannot be expected to provide adequate warning of fires caused by arson, children playing with matches (especially in bedrooms), smoking in bed, and violent explosions (caused by escaping gas, improper storage of flammable materials, etc.).
Heat detectors do not sense particles of combustion and alarm only when heat on their sensors increases at a predeter­mined rate or reaches a predetermined level. Rate-of-rise heat detectors may be subject to reduced sensitivity over time. For this reason, the rate-of-rise feature of each detector should be tested at least once per year by a qualified fire pro­tection specialist. Heat detectors are designed to protect property, not life.
IMPORTANT! Smoke detectors must be installed in the same room as the control panel and in rooms used by the sys­tem for the connection of alarm transmission wiring, communi­cations, signaling, and/or power. If detectors are not so located, a developing fire may damage the alarm system, crip­pling its ability to report a fire.
Audible warning devices such as bells may not alert people if these devices are located on the other side of closed or partly open doors or are located on another floor of a building. Any warning device may fail to alert people with a disability or those who have recently consumed drugs, alcohol or medica­tion. Please note that:
• Strobes can, under certain circumstances, cause seizures in people with conditions such as epilepsy.
• Studies have shown that certain people, even when they hear a fire alarm signal, do not respond or comprehend the meaning of the signal. It is the property owner's responsi­bility to conduct fire drills and other training exercise to make people aware of fire alarm signals and instruct them on the proper reaction to alarm signals.
• In rare instances, the sounding of a warning device can cause temporary or permanent hearing loss.
A fire alarm system will not operate without any electrical power. If AC power fails, the system will operate from standby batteries only for a specified time and only if the batteries have been properly maintained and replaced regularly.
Equipment used in the system may not be technically com­patible with the control panel. It is essential to use only equip­ment listed for service with your control panel.
Telephone lines needed to transmit alarm signals from a premise to a central monitoring station may be out of service or temporarily disabled. For added protection against tele­phone line failure, backup radio transmission systems are rec­ommended.
The most common cause of fire alarm malfunction is inade­quate maintenance. To keep the entire fire alarm system in excellent working order, ongoing maintenance is required per the manufacturer's recommendations, and UL and NFPA stan­dards. At a minimum, the requirements of Chapter 7 of NFPA 72-1999 shall be followed. Environments with large amounts of dust, dirt or high air velocity require more frequent mainte­nance. A maintenance agreement should be arranged through the local manufacturer's representative. Maintenance should be scheduled monthly or as required by National and/ or local fire codes and should be performed by authorized pro­fessional fire alarm installers only. Adequate written records of all inspections should be kept.
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Installation Precautions
Adherence to the following will aid in problem-free installation with long-term reliability:
WARNING - Several different sources of power can be connected to the fire alarm control panel. Disconnect all
sources of power before servicing. The control unit and asso­ciated equipment may be damaged by removing and/or insert­ing cards, modules, or interconnecting cables while the unit is energized. Do not attempt to install, service, or operate this unit until this manual is read and understood.
CAUTION - System Reacceptance Test after Software Changes. To ensure proper system operation, this product
must be tested in accordance with NFPA 72-1999 Chapter 7 after any programming operation or change in site-specific software. Reacceptance testing is required after any change, addition or deletion of system components, or after any modifi­cation, repair or adjustment to system hardware or wiring.
All components, circuits, system operations, or software func­tions known to be affected by a change must be 100% tested. In addition, to ensure that other operations are not inadvert­ently affected, at least 10% of initiating devices that are not directly affected by the change, up to a maximum of 50 devices, must also be tested and proper system operation ver­ified.
This system meets NFPA requirements for operation at 0°C to 49°C (32°F to 120°F) and at a relative humidity (noncon­densing) of 85% at 30°C (86°F) per NFPA, and 93% ± 2% at 32°C ± 2°C (89.6°F ± 1.1°F) per ULC. However, the useful life of the system's standby batteries and the electronic compo­nents may be adversely affected by extreme temperature ranges and humidity. Therefore, it is recommended that this system and all peripherals be installed in an environment with a nominal room temperature of 15-27° C/60-80° F.
Verify that wire sizes are adequate for all initiating and indi­cating device loops. Most devices cannot tolerate more than a 10% I.R. drop from the specified device voltage.
Like all solid state electronic devices, this system may operate erratically or can be damaged when subjected to light­ning-induced transients. Although no system is completely immune from lightning transients and interferences, proper grounding will reduce susceptibility. Overhead or outside aerial wiring is not recommended, due to an increased sus­ceptibility to nearby lightning strikes. Consult with the Techni­cal Services Department if any problems are anticipated or encountered.
Disconnect AC power and batteries prior to removing or inserting circuit boards. Failure to do so can damage circuits.
Remove all electronic assemblies prior to any drilling, filing, reaming, or punching of the enclosure. When possible, make all cable entries from the sides or rear. Before making modifi­cations, verify that they will not interfere with battery, trans­former, and printed circuit board location.
Do not tighten screw terminals more than 9 in-lbs. Over-tightening may damage threads, resulting in reduced ter­minal contact pressure and difficulty with screw terminal removal.
Though designed to last many years, system components can fail at any time. This system contains static-sensitive components. Always ground yourself with a proper wrist strap before handling any circuits so that static charges are removed from the body. Use static-suppressive packaging to protect electronic assemblies removed from the unit.
Follow the instructions in the installation, operating, and pro­gramming manuals. These instructions must be followed to avoid damage to the control panel and associated equipment. FACP operation and reliability depend upon proper installation by authorized personnel.
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FCC Warning
WARNING: This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class A computing device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which is designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Acclimate Plus™, AWACS™, HARSH™, NOTI•FIRE•NET™, ONYX™, and VeriFire™ are trademarks, and FlashScan®, UniNet®, and VIEW® are registered trademarks of NOTIFIER. NION™ is a trademark of NIS. NIS™ and Notifier Integrated Systems™ are trademarks and NOTIFIER® is a registered trademark of Fire•Lite Alarms, Inc. Echelon® is a registered trademark and LonWorks™ is a trademark of Echelon Corporation. ARCNET® is a registered trademark of Datapoint Corporation. Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. LEXAN® is a registered trademark of GE Plastics, a subsidiary of General Electric Company.
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Canadian Requirements
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radiation noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Cana­dian Department of Communications.
Le present appareil numerique n'emet pas de bruits radi­oelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux appa­reils numeriques de la classe A prescrites dans le Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le ministere des Communications du Canada.
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Table of Contents

Table of Contents
Section 1 About This Manual ..........................................................................................................7
1.1 Standards and Other Documents ...........................................................................................7
1.2 Supplemental Documentation ...............................................................................................8
1.3 Cautions and Warnings .........................................................................................................9
Section 2 System Overview ............................................................................................................10
2.1 System Description .............................................................................................................10
2.1.1 Standard Features .....................................................................................................10
2.1.2 Options .....................................................................................................................10
2.1.3 System Limitations ..................................................................................................10
2.2 System Components ........................................................................................................... 11
2.3 Product Diagram .................................................................................................................11
2.3.1 Main Power Supply .................................................................................................13
2.4 System Cabinets ..................................................................................................................14
2.5 Compatible Equipment .......................................................................................................15
Section 3 Installation ......................................................................................................................17
3.1 Preparing for Installation ....................................................................................................17
3.2 Installation Checklist ..........................................................................................................17
3.3 Mounting a Cabinet ............................................................................................................19
3.4 Laying Out Equipment in Cabinet and Chassis ..................................................................20
3.5 Attaching the CPU & Chassis .............................................................................................21
3.5.1 Memory-Backup Battery .........................................................................................22
3.6 Attaching Option Boards ....................................................................................................22
3.7 Attaching Panel Circuit Modules ........................................................................................23
3.7.1 Overview ..................................................................................................................23
3.7.2 Mount Expander Boards ..........................................................................................24
3.7.3 Installing a Multi-layer Module into the Chassis .....................................................25
3.7.4 Connecting Expander Row Ribbon Cables .............................................................26
3.8 Initiating Device Circuits with IZM-8RK/IZE-A ...............................................................27
3.8.1 Style B Field Wiring ................................................................................................27
3.8.2 Style D Field Wiring ................................................................................................28
3.9 NACs with ICM-4RKICE-4 ..............................................................................................29
3.10 Form-C Relays on the CPU ..............................................................................................31
3.11 Form-C Relays with CRM-4RK/CRE-4 ...........................................................................32
3.12 Form-C Relays with Auxiliary Relay Module (ARM-4) ..................................................33
Overview ................................................................................................................... 33
Installation ................................................................................................................ 33
Field Wiring an Auxiliary Relay Module ................................................................. 34
3.13 Notification Appliance Circuit Current Limitations .........................................................35
3.14 Connecting Specific Option Boards .................................................................................36
3.14.1 Network Control Module .......................................................................................36
3.14.2 Loop Control Module, Loop Expander Module ....................................................36
3.15 Connecting Power Sources and Outputs ...........................................................................39
Overview ................................................................................................................... 39
Connecting the Power Supply ..................................................................................39
3.15.1 Checking AC Power ..............................................................................................40
3.15.2 Auxiliary Power Supply Connections ....................................................................40
3.16 UL Power-limited Wiring Requirements ..........................................................................41
3.17 ULC Remote Connection Feature .....................................................................................41
3.18 Installing Printers ..............................................................................................................42
3.18.1 Printer Installation Sequence .................................................................................42
3.18.2 Configuring the Printer ..........................................................................................44
3.19 Wiring a Signaling Line Circuit (SLC) .............................................................................45
Overview ................................................................................................................... 45
Capacity .................................................................................................................... 45
Installation ................................................................................................................ 45
3.20 Connecting a PC for Programming ...................................................................................46
Section 4 Applications ....................................................................................................................47
4.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................47
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Section 5 Testing the System ..........................................................................................................60
Appendix A Electrical Specifications ............................................................................................ 62
Appendix B Canadian Applications ..............................................................................................64
4.2 Devices Requiring External Power Supervision .................................................................47
4.3 NFPA 72 Central or Remote Station Fire Alarm System (Protected Premises Unit) .........48
4.4 NFPA 72 Proprietary Fire Alarm Systems ..........................................................................49
4.5 Fire/Security Applications ..................................................................................................50
4.5.1 General Operation ....................................................................................................50
4.5.2 General Security Requirements ...............................................................................50
4.5.3 Installing a Security Tamper Switch ........................................................................51
4.5.4 Receiving Unit .........................................................................................................51
4.5.5 Programming ...........................................................................................................51
4.5.6 Wiring for Proprietary Security Alarm Applications ..............................................52
4.5.7 Connecting an RKS-S Remote Key Switch .............................................................53
4.5.8 Single Tenant Security System with Entry/Exit Delay ............................................54
4.5.9 Security Annunciation .............................................................................................56
4.6 Releasing Applications .......................................................................................................57
4.7 Connecting a Releasing Device to a FCM-1 Module .........................................................58
4.7.1 Connecting an NBG-12LRA Agent Release-Abort Station ....................................58
5.1 Acceptance Test ..................................................................................................................60
5.2 Periodic Testing and Service ...............................................................................................60
5.3 Operational Checks .............................................................................................................60
5.4 Battery Checks and Maintenance .......................................................................................61
A.1 Operating Power ................................................................................................................62
A.2 SLC Loops .........................................................................................................................62
A.3 Notification Appliance Circuits .........................................................................................62
A.4 Wire Requirements ............................................................................................................63
B.1 Standalone Application ......................................................................................................64
B.2 Local Network Application ................................................................................................64
B.3 Automatic Alarm Signal Silence ........................................................................................64
B.4 Annunciator Applications ..................................................................................................64
B.5 Releasing Devices ..............................................................................................................64
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Standards and Other Documents Section 1 About This Manual

Section 1 About This Manual

1.1 Standards and Other Documents

This Fire Alarm Control Panel complies with the following NFPA standards:
NFPA 12A Halon 1301 Extinguishing Systems NFPA 13 Sprinkler Systems NFPA 15 Water Spray Systems NFPA 16 Foam/Water Deluge and Foam/Water Spray Systems NFPA 17 Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems NFPA 17A Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems NFPA 72-1999 Central Station Fire Alarm Systems (Automatic, Manual and Waterflow) Protected Premises Unit (requires Notifier UDACT). NFPA 72-1999 Local (Automatic, Manual, Waterflow and Sprinkler Supervisory) Fire Alarm Systems. NFPA 72-1999 Auxiliary (Automatic, Manual and Waterflow) Fire Alarm Systems (requires TM-4). NFPA 72-1999 Remote Station (Automatic, Manual and Waterflow) Fire Alarm Systems NFPA 72-1999 Proprietary (Automatic, Manual and Waterflow) Fire Alarm Systems (Protected Premises Unit). NFPA 2001 Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems
The installer should be familiar with the following documents and standards:
NFPA 72-1999 Initiating Devices for Fire Alarm Systems NFPA 72-1999 Inspection, Testing and Maintenance for Fire Alarm Systems NFPA 72-1999 Notification Appliances for Fire Alarm Systems
Underwriters Laboratories
UL 38 Manually Actuated Signaling Boxes UL 217 Smoke Detectors, Single and Multiple Station UL 228 Door Closers - Holders for Fire Protective Signaling Systems UL 268 Smoke Detectors for Fire Protective Signaling Systems UL 268A Smoke Detectors for Duct Applications UL 346 Waterflow Indicators for Fire Protective Signaling Systems UL 464 Audible Signaling Appliances UL 521 Heat Detectors for Fire Protective Signaling Systems UL 864 Standard for Control Units for Fire Protective Signaling Systems UL 1481 Power Supplies for Fire Protective Signaling Systems UL 1971 Visual Signaling Appliances UL 1076 Proprietary Burglar Alarm Systems
Underwriters Laboratories of Canada (ULC)
ULC-S527-99 Standard for Control Units for Fire Alarm Systems ULC S524 Standard for the Installation of Fire Alarm Systems
Other
EIA-485 and EIA-232 Serial Interface Standards NEC Article 300 Wiring Methods NEC Article 760 Fire Protective Signaling Systems Applicable Local and State Building Codes Requirements of the Local Authority Having Jurisdiction Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1
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Section 1 About This Manual Standards and Other Documents

1.2 Supplemental Documentation

The table below provides a list of documents referenced in this manual, as well as documents for selected other compatible devices. The document series chart (DOC-NOT) provides the current document revision. A copy of this document is included in every shipment.
Table 1 Related Documentation (Sheet 1 of 2)
Compatible Conventional Devices (Non-addressable) Document Number
Device Compatibility Document 15378
Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) and Main Power Supply Installation Document Number
NFS-3030/E FACP Installation, Operations, and Programming Manuals (Note: Where used in this manual, NFS-3030 refers to both NFS-3030 and NFS-3030E)
Voice Alarm System Manual 51252
SLC Wiring Manual 51253
Note: For individual SLC Devices, refer to the SLC Wiring Manual
Off-line Programming Utility Document Number
VeriFire™ Tools CD help file VERIFIRE-TCD
Cabinets & Chassis Document Number
CAB-3/CAB-4 Series Cabinet Installation Document 15330
Battery/Peripherals Enclosure Installation Document 50295
Power Supplies, Auxiliary Power Supplies & Battery Chargers Document Number
ACPS-2406 Installation Manual 51304
APS-6R Instruction Manual 50702
CHG-120 Battery Charger Manual 50641
FCPS-24 Field Charger/Power Supply Manual 50059
Networking Document Number
Noti•Fire•Net Manual, Network Version 4.0 & Higher 51584
NCM-W/F Installation Document 51533
NCS Network Control Station, Network Version 4.0 & Higher Manual 51658
System Components Document Number
Annunciator Control System Manual 15842
Annunciator Fixed Module Manual 15048
ACM-8R Annunciator Control Module Manual 15342
LCD-80 Manual 15037
LCD-80TM Manual 51082
LCD-160 Manual 51850
LDM Series Lamp Driver Annunciator Manual 15885
NCA Network Control Annunciator Manual 51482
SCS Smoke Control Manual (Smoke and HVAC Control Station) Manual 15712
DPI-232 Manual 51499
TM-4 Installation Document (Reverse Polarity Transmitter) 51490
UDACT Manual (Universal Digital Alarm Communicator/Transmitter) 50050
ACT-2 Installation Document 51118
VEC 25/50 Manual 50686
RM-1 Series Remote Microphone Installation Document 51138
RA400Z Remote LED Annunciator Document I56-508
RFX Wireless Interface Manual 51012
51330, 51345, 51344
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Cautions and Warnings Section 1 About This Manual
Table 1 Related Documentation (Sheet 2 of 2)
UZC-256 Universal Zone Coder Manual 15216
UZC-256 Programming Manual 15976
XP Transponder Manual 15888
XP10-M Ten Input Monitor Module Installation Document I56-1803
XP5 Series Manual 50786
XP6-C Supervised Control Module Installation Document I56-1805
XP6-MA Six Zone Interface Module Installation Document I56-1806
XP6-R Six Relay Control Module Installation Document I56-1804
XPIQ Audio Transponder Manual 51013
Note: Where used in this manual, NFS-3030 refers to both NFS-3030 and NFS-3030E. The term CPU refers to the main circuit board for the fire alarm control panel’s central processing unit (see Section 2.2 “System Components” for a more detailed list of part numbers.)

1.3 Cautions and Warnings

This manual contains cautions and warnings to alert the reader as follows:
CAUTION: Information about procedures that could cause programming errors, runtime errors,
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or equipment damage.
WARNING: Indicates information about procedures that could cause irreversible damage to the
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control panel, irreversible loss of programming data or personal injury.
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Section 2 System Overview System Description
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Section 2 System Overview

2.1 System Description

2.1.1 Standard Features

onnections to easily mount from one to ten
Signaling Line Circuit (SLC) loops
• Network operation
• Uses Notifier’s VIEW® early warning fire detection and the FlashScan® or CLIP families of detectors and modules
• Alarm, Trouble, Supervisory and Security relays
• Support for 32 annunciator addresses with either 64 or 96 points each.
• Supports Style 4, Style 6, Style 7 SLC loops
• Logic Equations
• Multi-line display
• Ability to activate local sounder or relay bases in alarm or pre-alarm
• Alarm verification pre-alarm indication (NYC)
• Supervisory duct detectors
• Supports AWACS algorithms
• EIA-485 connections for wiring ACS annunciators (including LDM custom graphic annunciators), TM-4 transmitter
• EIA-232 connection for printer

2.1.2 Options

utoprogram feature for faster programming
of new devices
• Easy connection to VeriFire Tools programming utility
• The basic system power supply is addressable, charges sealed lead-acid batteries ranging in capacity from 25 to 200 amp hours, and provides 4.5 amps of power for use by the CPU.
• Easy connection to auxiliary power supplies and battery chargers for custom design of very large systems.
• Diagnostic LEDs and switches
• Ground fault detection
• Supports up to 12 panel circuit modules, including input module IZM-8RK
• Support for Remote Text Display (LCD-160)
• Support for Display and Control Center (DCC) functionality
Refer to Section 2.2 “System Components” for descriptions of the various optional modules.
•Ru “QWERTY” keyboard layout, a 640-character LCD display, indicator LEDs, and switches.
• Separately ordered Loop Control Modules and Loop Expander Modules provide up to ten SLC loops.
eypad with a standard
onal equipment includes: UDACT Universal Digital Alarm Communicator/Transmitter, ACM-8R remote relay module to provide additional relay points, audio and voice components, and panel circuit modules.

2.1.3 System Limitations

System expansion must take into consideration the following:
1. The physical limitations of the cabinet configuration.
2. The electrical limitations of the system power supply.
3. The capacity of the secondary power source (standby batteries).
ces,
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System Components Section 2 System Overview

2.2 System Components

Central Processing Unit (CPU). The central processing unit for an NFS-3030/E system can be
ordered with a keypad/display (P/N CPU-CPU-3030D) or without a keypad/display (P/N CPU­3030ND). CPU-3030D serves as “primary display” version for ULC applications. CPU-3030ND is intended for use in network applications; LEDs and momentary switches on the printed circuit board mimic those on the keypad to enable operation and trouble-shooting at the panel when it is used without a local primary display.
Power supply. The main power supply is AMPS-24/AMPS-24E, which provides +24 VDC power and a battery charger for a basic system. Auxiliary power supplies and/or battery chargers are available to customize large systems.
Enclosures. Four cabinet sizes are available; doors and backboxes are ordered separately. “A” size backboxes hold one row of modules, “B” size backboxes hold two rows, “C” size backboxes hold three rows, and “D” size backboxes hold four rows. See Section 2.4 “System Cabinets” for basic description. A variety of dress panels, trim rings, and blank modules are available to accompany specific combinations of system equipment; contact Notifier for a complete parts list.
SLC Loops: LCM-320, LEM-320. To provide one SLC loop, connect one LCM-320 to the panel. Connect an LEM-320 to the LCM-320 to provide a second loop. Up to five pairs of modules can be installed on the panel to provide a maximum of ten SLC loops.
Network connection. Connect an NCM-W or NCM-F to provide a connection to Noti•Fire•Net (network version 5.0 or higher).
Annunciators. The NFS-3030 supports ACM-24AT/ACM-48A (and their expanders) with either 64 or 96 points at an address, as well as ACM-16AT/ACM-32A (and their expanders) with 64 points at an address and Notifier’s other ACS devices. (See Section 2.5 “Compatible Equipment” if looking for specific ACS devices).
Panel Circuit Modules. These include both output modules (ICM-4RK/ICE-4, CRM-4RK/CRE-4, ARM-4, VCM-4RK/VCE-4, DCM-4RK/VCE-4) and input modules (IZM-8RK/IZE-A).
Note: For information about VCM-4RK and DCM-4RK, see the Voice Alarm System Manual.

2.3 Product Diagram

The control panel electronics are contained on one printed circuit board (PCB) that holds the central processing unit (CPU). The CPU can be purchased with or without keypad and display; (see Section 2.2 “System Components” for P/N details). Connections are identical on both versions. The following figure illustrates the location of the various connections, switches, jumpers and LEDs on the circuit board. See Section 3 “Installation” for more details.
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Section 2 System Overview Product Diagram
Figure 1 CPU Connections
Note: Relay circuits are power-limited only if connected to a power-limited signal source. Relays are rated for 2A@30Vdc resistive.
TB1 Security Relay
TB2 Supervisory Relay
TB3 Trouble Relay
TB4 Alarm Relay
J6 Security switch connection
J5 Trouble bus connection
SW1 Security
SW2 Supervisory
TB7 ACS (power-limited, supervised)
TB9 RDP devices such as LCD-160
TB9 TOUT+/- : Future Use
TB5, left side. Printer (isolated)
TB5, CTS/CRX Keltron printer
supervision (TB5, CTS & REF No connection)
J1 Network/Service Connection (NUP) Cable P/N 75556
J7 SLC Loops (Connect to first LCM-320) Cable P/N 75565
J2 LCD connection
J4 backlight connection
Service-level switches for local operation without keypad/display
Test fixture:
No connection
Status Indicator LEDs (See Figure 3)
TB6 Accessory Power (See Section 3.15 “Connecting Power
J9 Keypad connection
Sources and Outputs”)
J13 Power connections (non-power-limited) (See Section 3.15 “Connecting Power Sources and Outputs”)
J10, J11, J12 Panel circuit module connections (power-limited, supervised) Cable 71088 (See Figure 12)
Note: Dotted line indicates location of optional keypad & LCD display
SW3 Acknowledge
SW4 Signal Silence
SW5 System Reset
SW6 Lamp Test
3030board.cdr
Lithium battery for backup of on-board memory (See Section 3.5.1 “Memory-Backup Battery”.)
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Product Diagram Section 2 System Overview
The keyboard/display assembly is shown in Figure 2. As shown in Figure 3, LEDs on the keyboard/display are repeated on the printed circuit board. This enables operation and trouble-shooting when the panel is used without the display assembly.
Figure 2 CPU-3030D (Shown with Two Annunciators)
CPU-3030D-ACS.cdr
Figure 3 Status Indicator LEDs
LED1 Power (Green)
LED3 Fire Alarm (Red)
LED8 Pre-Alarm (Red)
LED7 Security (Blue)
LED9 Supervisory (Yellow)
LED6 System Trouble (Yellow)
LED10 Other Event (Yellow)
LED11 Signals Silenced (Yellow)
LED12 Point Disabled (Yellow)
LED5 CPU Failure (Yellow)
LED4 Factory Use Only
LEDs on Printed Circuit Board LEDs on Keypad
3030-leds.cdr, 3030keypadleds.cdr

2.3.1 Main Power Supply

The AMPS-24/E addressable main power supply provides a total of 4.5 A to the CPU. During normal operation it recharges batteries ranging in capacity from 25 to 200 amp-hours. Refer to the AMPS-24/E Manual for details.
Refer to Section A “Electrical Specifications” to determine whether your system requires an auxiliary power supply.
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Section 2 System Overview System Cabinets

2.4 System Cabinets

The CPU and modules are installed in a CAB-4 series backbox. There are four different sizes available, holding from one to four rows of equipment plus batteries (up to two 25AH batteries). Backboxes are ordered separately from doors. The doors can be mounted on the left or the right side of the cabinet; reversible hinges are provided so that this choice can be made in the field. Doors open a full 180 degrees and have locks. Mounting methods include surface-mounting or semi-flush mounting on a wall between 16 inch (406.4 mm) on-center studs. A trim ring option is available for semi-flush mounting.
External measurements for each cabinet size are provided below. Refer to CAB-3/CAB-4 Series Cabinet Installation Document (shipped with your cabinet) for specific mounting drawings and dimensions.
A-size backbox (one row)
B-size backbox (two rows)
C-size backbox (three rows)
D-size backbox (four rows)
The CPU and adjacent first-row modules mount in chassis CHS-M3. Additional rows of modules mount in the cabinet using CHS-4N (shipped in kit CHS-4MB), CHS-4L, or other chassis compatible with CAB-4 series enclosures.
Some additional components available in the CAB-4 series include:
DP-DISP An Inner Dress Panel for covering the backbox area surrounding various
24.125 in (612.78 mm) wide
20.125 in (511.18 mm) tall
5.218 in (132.54 mm) deep Optional trim ring TR-A4
24.125 in (612.78 mm) wide
28.625 in (727.08 mm) tall
5.218 in (132.54 mm) deep Optional trim ring TR-B4
24.125 in (612.78 mm) wide
37.250 in (946.15 mm) tall
5.218 in (132.54 mm) deep Optional trim ring TR-C4
24.125 in (612.78 mm) wide
45.875 in (1165.23 mm) tall
5.218 in (132.54 mm) deep Optional trim ring TR-D4
modules.
BMP-1 Blank Module Plate for covering an unused module position. Provides another
location for mounting option boards such as TM-4 or NCM-W.
MP-1B Blank panel for covering panel circuit modules in second, third, or fourth rows of
backbox.
BP-4 Battery dress panel.
DP-1B High-profile battery cover
ADP-4B Annunciator dress panel
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Compatible Equipment Section 2 System Overview

2.5 Compatible Equipment

Compatible Notifier and System Sensor equipment that connects directly to the CPU is listed below. These are the most common devices at time of publishing; the most complete list of compatible intelligent SLC loop devices is provided in the SLC Wiring Manual; for conventional non-addressable equipment see the Device Compatibility Document. These devices are UL and ULC listed unless marked otherwise (in parentheses next to the product). Other control panels and their equipment can also be connected in a network, via Noti•Fire•Net Version 5.0; refer to the Noti•Fire•Net Version 4.0 & Higher Installation Manual for details. Some products are documented in a separate manual; see Section 1.2 “Supplemental Documentation”.
Notifier Compatible Equipment
AA-30 30-Watt Audio Amplifier AA-100 100-Watt Audio Amplifier AA-120 120-Watt Audio Amplifier ACM-16AT Annunciator Control Module ACM-24AT Annunciator Control Module ACM-32A Annunciator Control Module ACM-48A Annunciator Control Module ACM-8R Annunciator Control Module ACPS-2406 Auxiliary Charger/Power Supply ACT-1 Audio Coupling Transformer ACT-2 Audio Coupling Transformer AEM-16AT Annunciator Expander Module AEM-24AT Annunciator Expander Module AEM-32A Annunciator Expander Module AEM-48A Annunciator Expander Module AFM-16A Annunciator Fixed Module AFM-16AT Annunciator Fixed Module AFM-32A Annunciator Fixed Module AKS-1B Annunciator Key Switch APJ-1B Annunciator Phone Jack AMG-1 Audio Message Generator AMG-E Audio Message Generator Expander AMPS-24/E Addressable Main Power Supply APS-6R Auxiliary Power Supply ARM-4 Auxiliary Relay Module
BGX-101L Addressable Manual Pull Station
BX-501 Intelligent Detectors/Sensors Base
B501 Intelligent Base B501BH Sounder Base B710LP Intelligent Detector Base
B224RB Low-profile Relay Base B224BI Isolator Base for Low-profile Detectors CHG-120 Battery Charger CMX-1 Addressable Control Module
CMX-2 Addressable Control Module CPX-551 Intelligent Ionization Smoke Detector CPX-751 Intelligent Ionization Smoke Detector (CLIP
mode)
CRE-4 Control Relay Expander CRM-4RK Control Relay Module DCM-4RK Dual Channel Module DPI-232 Direct Panel Interface
FCM-1 NAC Module
FCPS-24 Field Charger Power Supply
FDX-551 Intelligent Thermal Sensor FDX-551R Intelligent Thermal Rate-of-Rise Sensor
FFT-7 Fire Fighters Telephone FFT-7S Fire Fighters Telephone FHS Fireman's Handset FTM-1 Telephone Module
FMM-1 Monitor Module
FMM-101 Mini Monitor Module FSD-751P/RP/PL Duct Detectors FSI-751 Ion Detector FSI-851 Ion Detector Acclimate Plus™ FAPT-751 Combination Photoelectric/
Heat Detector
FAPT-851 (A cclimate Plus™) Combination photo/heat
Detector
FSM-101 Pull Station Monitor Module
FPJ-1 Fireman's Phone Jack
FRM-1 Relay Module FDM-1 Dual Monitor Module FSL-751 FlashScan VIELaser Detector FSH-751 HARSH™ Photo Detector FSP-751 Photo Detector FSP-851 Photo Detector, listed for use in ducts FSP-751T Photo/Thermal Detector FSP-851T Photo/heat Detector, listed for use in ducts. FST-751 Thermal Detector FST-751R Thermal Rate-of-Rise Detector FST-851 Thermal Detector FST-851R Thermal rate-of-rise Detector FST-851H High-temperature thermal Detector FZM-1 Zone Module
HPX-751 HARSH™ Hostile Environment Smoke
Detector
ICE-4 Indicating Control Expander ICM-4RK Indicating Control Module
IPX-751 Advanced Multi-Sensor Intelligent Detector ISO-X Loop Fault Isolator Module
IZE-A Initiating Zone Expander IZM-8RK Initiating Zone Module LCD-80 Liquid Crystal Display Module (ACS mode) LCD-160 Liquid Crystal Display LCM-320 Loop Control Module LDM-32 Lamp Driver Module LDM-E32 Lamp Driver Module LDM-R32 Lamp Driver Module LEM-320 Loop Expander Module
LPX-751 VIEW® Low Profile Laser Detector MMX-1 Addressable Monitor Module MMX-2 Addressable Monitor Module MMX-101 Addressable Mini Monitor Module NBG-12LX Series Addressable Manual Pull Station NCA Network Communications Annunciator
NCM-F Network Control Module (Fiber) NCM-W Network Control Module (Wire)
NCS Network Control Station
N-ELR Assortment ELR Pack with Mounting Plate VS4095 Keltron Printer (Dress plate P-40) (Not ULC-
listed)
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Section 2 System Overview Compatible Equipment
PRN-4 80-Column Printer PRN-5 80-Column Printer PRN-6 80-Column Printer R-120 120 Ohm End-of-Line Resistor R-2.2K 2.2K End-of-Line Resistor R-27K 27K End-of-Line Resistor R-470 470 End-of-Line Resistor R-47K 47K End-of-Line Resistor RA400 Remote Annunciator RA400Z Remote Annunciator with diode RFX Wireless Transmitter (version 2.0 and higher)
ULC-listed)
Detector; 5817CB Wireless Monitor Module
RKS-S Remote Security Keyswitch (Not ULC-listed) RPJ-1 Remote Phone Jack RPT-485F EIA-485 Repeater (Fiber) RPT-485W EIA-485 Repeater (Wire) RPT-485WF EIA-485 Repeater (Wire/Fiber) RM-1 Remote Microphone RM-1SA Remote Microphone SCS-8, SCE-8 Smoke Control System
SDX-551 Intelligent Photoelectric Detector SDX-551TH Intelligent Photoelectric and Thermal
Detector
SDX-551 Intelligent Photoelectric Detector
: SDRF-751 Wireless Photo/Thermal Smoke
(Not
STS-1 Security Tamper Switch (Not ULC-listed) TM-4 Transmitter Module UDACT Universal Digital Alarm Communicator
UZC-256 Universal Zone Coder VCE-4 Voice Control Expander VCM-4RK Voice Control Module
VeriFire™ Tools Upload/Download Software XP5-C Transponder Control Module XP5-M Transponder Monitor Module
XPC-8 Transponder Control Module XPIQ Quad Intelligent Audio Transponder XPM-8 Transponder Monitor Module XPM-8L Transponder Monitor Module XPP-1 Transponder Processor XPR-8 Transponder Relay Module
XP6-C Supervised Control Module XP6-R Six Relay Control Module XP10-M Ten Input Monitor Module XP6-MA Six Zone Interface Module
System Sensor Compatible Equipment
A2143-00 End of Line Resistor Assembly
Transmitter
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Preparing for Installation Section 3 Installation

Section 3 Installation

3.1 Preparing for Installation

Choose a location for the fire alarm system that is clean, dry, and vibration-free with moderate temperature. The area should be readily accessible with sufficient room to easily install and maintain it. There should be sufficient space for cabinet door(s) to open completely.
Carefully unpack the system and inspect for shipping damage. Count the number of conductors needed for all devices and find the appropriate knockouts. (Refer to Section 3.16 “UL Power-limited Wiring Requirements” for selection guidelines.)
Before installing the fire alarm system, read the following:
• Review the installation precautions at the front of this manual.
• Installers should be familiar with the standards and codes specified in Section 1.1 “Standards and Other Documents”.
• All wiring must comply with the National and Local codes for fire alarm systems.
• Do not draw wiring into the bottom 9 inches (22.86 cm) of the cabinet except when using a separate battery cabinet; this space is for internal battery installation.
• Review installation instructions in Section 3.2 “Installation Checklist”.
WARNING: Make sure to install system components in the sequence listed below. Failure to do so
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can damage the control panel and other system components.
WARNING: Wear a static discharge strap on wrist to prevent equipment damage.
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3.2 Installation Checklist

The checklist that follows contains references to information included in other manuals; see Section 1.2 “Supplemental Documentation” for document part numbers.
Table 2 Installation Checklist (Sheet 1 of 2)
Task Refer to:
1. Mount the cabinet backbox to the wall. Section 3.3 “Mounting a Cabinet”
2. Attach CPU to chassis Section 3.5 “Attaching the CPU & Chassis”
3. Attach panel circuit modules and option boards (e.g. SLC loop modules, network control modules, and other devices of the same size) to chassis.
4. Attach chassis to backbox as appropriate for system design
5. Wire Notification Appliance Circuits, Initiating Device Circuits, and Relays
6. Attach & wire other system components
Voice Alarm System components Voice Alarm System Manual
Annunciators and other ACS
devices
Remote Data Port devices LCD-160 Manual
• Section 3.6 “Attaching Option Boards”
• Section 3.7 “Attaching Panel Circuit Modules”
• Section 3.14 “Connecting Specific Option Boards”
• Installation document for the specific device
Section 3.4 “Laying Out Equipment in Cabinet and Chassis”
• Section 3.8 “Initiating Device Circuits with IZM-8RK/IZE-A”
• Section 3.9 “NACs with ICM-4RK⁄ICE-4”
• Section 3.10 “Form-C Relays on the CPU”
• Section 3.11 “Form-C Relays with CRM-4RK/CRE-4”
• Section 3.12 “Form-C Relays with Auxiliary Relay Module (ARM-4)”
ACS Manual, LCD-80 Manual, etc.
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Table 2 Installation Checklist (Sheet 2 of 2)
Task Refer to:
Printer or other output device(s) Section 3.18 “Installing Printers”
Network devices Noti•Fire•Net Version 4.0 & Higher Manual, and/or
Installation document for specific device(s)
7. Wire the Signaling Line Circuits. Section 3.19 “Wiring a Signaling Line Circuit (SLC)” and SLC Wiring
Manual
8. Calculate the proper battery rating. Main Power Supply Manual
9. Install main power supply & batteries in separate enclosure. Run cable to main & optional power supplies, DC power outputs, relays, etc.
WARNING: Do not activate power at this time. Do NOT connect batteries.
Section 3.15 “Connecting Power Sources and Outputs” Section 3.16 “UL Power-limited Wiring Requirements”
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Main power supply. Main Power Supply Manual
BB-100/200 Cabinet Installation Instructions
Auxiliary power supply and/or
external battery charger
10. Check that all mounting holes are secured to insure a proper Earth Ground connection.
11. Connect wire shielding to Earth Ground.
12. Remove insulator from lithium battery on CPU
13. Apply AC power to the control panel by placing the external circuit breaker to the ON position. Do NOT connect batteries until AC power is checked (see next step).
14. Check AC power. Section 3.15.1 “Checking AC Power”
15. Connect the batteries using interconnect cable as described in power supply manual.
16. Install the dress panels, doors and covers.
17. Program the control panel. Programming Manual.
18. Field test the system. Section 5 “Testing the System”
Auxiliary power supply manuals and/or battery charger manuals Note: If using multiple power supplies with one set of batteries, refer to main power supply manual for connection requirements.
Section 3.5.1 “Memory-Backup Battery”
CAB-3/CAB-4 Series Cabinet Installation Document
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Mounting a Cabinet Section 3 Installation

3.3 Mounting a Cabinet

This section provides instructions for mounting the CAB-4 Series backbox to a wall. Follow these guidelines when mounting the backbox:
• Locate the backbox so that the top edge is 66 inches (1.6764 m) above the surface of the finished floor.
• Allow sufficient clearance around cabinet for door to swing freely. (See Section 2.4 “System Cabinets”.)
• Use the four holes in the back surface of the backbox to provide secure mounting (See Figure 4).
• Mount the backbox on a surface that is in a clean, dry, vibration-free area.
CAUTION: Unless you are familiar with the placement of components within this backbox, only
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use the knockout locations provided for conduit entry.
Follow the instructions below.
1. Mark and pre-drill holes for the top two keyhole mounting bolts.
2. Select and punch open the appropriate knock-outs. (For selection guidelines, see Section 3.16 “UL Power-limited Wiring Requirements”.)
3. Using the keyholes, mount the backbox over the two screws.
4. Mark the location for the two lower holes, remove the backbox and drill the mounting holes.
5. Mount the backbox over the top two screws, then install the remaining fasteners. Tighten all fasteners securely.
6. Feed wires through appropriate knockouts.
7. Install CPU and other components according to this section, before installing hinges and door (see
CAB-3/CAB-4 Series Cabinet Installation Document).
Figure 4 Backbox-Mounting Holes and Chassis-Mounting Studs
CAB-4 Series backbox, D-size (four-row)
CAB-4 Series backbox, A-size (one-row)
Keyholes
2 places
Mounting holes
Chassis-
mounting
studs
(2 per row of
backbox)
2 places
Chassis-
mounting
studs
(2 per row of
backbox)
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Section 3 Installation Laying Out Equipment in Cabinet and Chassis

3.4 Laying Out Equipment in Cabinet and Chassis

The NFS-3030 allows for flexible system design. Follow these guidelines when deciding where to locate equipment in the backbox. There are four basic positions
Four positions
Figure 5 Chassis CHS-M3
on chassis
CHS-M3
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available on a chassis; the number of layers that can be mounted in each position depends on the chassis model and the module size.
The CPU mounts in chassis CHS-M3 in the top row of the cabinet. The CPU and its optional display occupy the left half of the chassis (positions 1 and 2, see Figure 5). If NCA is used, it may be door-mounted in front of a displayless CPU (see the NCA manual for details & restrictions).
Positions 3 and 4 of CHS-M3 can hold up to
Positions 1 and 2: CPU
Positions 3 and 4: Four layers of equipment
four layers of equipment including annunciators, panel circuit modules, and option boards. See Figure 6 for possible configurations of these four layers.
The BMP-1 Blank Module Plate covers unused positions and also provides a location to door-mount some option boards (see BMP-1 Product Installation Drawing for details).
Figure 6 Configuring Equipment in Chassis (Side View):
Positions 3 and 4 of CHS-M3, All 4 Positions of CHS-4N
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Layers 1&2&3 mounted to
PEM studs on chassis
Layer 4 mounted to
PEM studs and tab-slot
*Note: If CHS-4N is used, door-mounting is only for use with ACM-24AT and ACM-48A series annunciators.
Layers 1&2&3 mounted to
PEM studs on chassis
Layer 4 door-mounted*
Second, third, and fourth rows of equipment use any chassis compatible with CAB-4 series backboxes, such as CHS-4N (shipped as part of CHS-4MB) or CHS-4L. Refer to the CAB-3/CAB-4 Series Cabinet Installation Document for a complete list. Some equipment (such as the NCA and annunciators) can be door-mounted; refer to your equipment’s documentation for instructions.
Panel circuit modules include ICM-4RK, CRM-4RK, IZM-4RK, VCM-4RK, DCM-4RK and their expanders. See Section 3.7 “Attaching Panel Circuit Modules”; for VCM-4RK and DCM-4RK, see the Voice Alarm System Manual. Option boards include LCM-320, LEM-320, NCM-W/F, TM-4, and DPI­232; see Section 3.6 “Attaching Option Boards”. The documentation shipped with your equipment may also contain device-specific instructions.
Layers 1&2 mounted to
PEM studs on chassis
Layer 4 mounted to PEM
studs and tab-slot; Layer 3
suspended from Layer 4
Layers 1&2 mounted to
PEM studs on chassis
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Layer 4 mounted to PEM
studs and tab-slot; Layer 3
suspended from Layer 4
Note: It is recommended that system design take into consideration the UL requirements for minimum
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Attaching the CPU & Chassis Section 3 Installation
separation of power-limited and non-power-limited wiring; for example, having all non-power-limited circuits grouped in one area of the cabinet (see Section 3.16 “UL Power-limited Wiring Requirements” and your power supply manual).

3.5 Attaching the CPU & Chassis

Mount CPU into positions 1 and 2 of CHS-M3 as follows; equipment may be mounted to the chassis before or after the chassis is mounted in the backbox. Some equipment may be door-mounted directly in front of the CPU; see Section 3.4 “Laying Out Equipment in Cabinet and Chassis” and the manual shipped with the other device.
1. Attach four stand-offs to chassis as shown in Figure 7. CPU-3030D (with keypad/display) requires the longer stand-offs: 1.5 inch (38.1 mm); CPU-3030ND (without keypad/display) requires the shorter stand-offs: 0.25 inch (6.35 mm)
2. Slide circuit-board tabs into slots on chassis as shown in Figure 7.
3. Place the board over the stand-offs so that mounting holes line up with those on the chassis. Secure all stand-offs with screws provided.
CAUTION: It is critical that all mounting holes of the NFS-3030 are secured with a screw or
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stand-off to insure continuity of Earth Ground.
Figure 7 Standoffs on Chassis CHS-M3
CPU standoffs at
Positions 1 and 2:
1 inch (25.4 mm)
Chassis-mounting slots
CPU-3030ND
(without keypad/display)
CPU-3030D
(with keypad/display)
Note for CPU-3030D: Due to the difficulty of reaching under the keypad, it may be convenient to remove the insulator from the lithium memory-backup battery at this time. See Section 3.5.1 “Memory­Backup Battery”.
Mounting Chassis in Backbox
Align chassis-mounting slots with chassis-mounting studs (see Figure 4 and Figure 7 for locations). Secure with nut & lock-washer provided with chassis.
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