SilentKnight 5820XL - Manual (Page 200)

Model 5820XL/5820XL-EVS Installation Manual LS10061-001SK-E
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11.3 Periodic Testing and Maintenance
To ensure proper and reliable operation, it is recommended that system inspection and testing be scheduled
monthly or as required by national and/or local fire codes. Testing should be done by a qualified service
representative if a malfunction is encountered.
Before Testing:
1. Notify the fire department and/or central alarm receiving station.
2. Notify facility personnel of a test so that alarm sounding devices are ignored during the test period.
Testing: Conduct a fire drill
1.
Rotate the key or enter a code then press ENTER to access the menu.
2. Press 1.
3. Press 1 to select Fire Drill.
4. Press any key to begin the drill. To end the drill, press any key.
To conduct a fire drill from a remote fire drill switch:
Activate the switch to begin the drill; de-activate the switch to end the drill.
Measure battery voltage while the Notification Appliances are sounding. Replace any battery with terminal
voltage less then 85% of rating. Reapply AC power and press RESET.
Note: Replace Battery every 5 years.
Return all switches to their normal outward positions. Notify fire department, central station and/or building
personnel that the test is complete.
11.4 Event History
The event history can be useful for tracking or recalling a trouble condition.
11.5 Built-in Troubleshooting and Testing Tools
The fire control panel has several built-in testing and troubleshooting tools that can be utilized to save time while
testing and troubleshooting points and SLC devices.
11.5.1 SLC Device Locator
SLC device locator can be used to locate a device on a SLC loop.
Follow these steps to locate a particular SLC device:
1. Select 2 (Point Functions) from the Main Menu.
2. Select 4 (SLC Dev Locator).