Conventional Fire Panels October 2019

Installation and operation manual

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Contents
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
The Eaton Conventional Fire Detection & Alarm System. . . . . . . . 3
Control and Indication Equipment (CIE). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Power Supply Equipment (PSE). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
EOLM-1 (Standard Conventional Zones) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
EOLR (Intrinsically Safe Conventional Zones) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
System Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Status Indications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Control Panel Inputs and Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Option Board (FRE/FPE/Zonal Relays) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Installation Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Before you begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Cabling Routing & Device Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Panel Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting the mains supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Connecting the Battery Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Battery Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Connecting the Input/Output Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Interlinking Two Panels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Option Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Panel Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Zone Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Detector Fitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Installation Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Commissioning and System Handover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
System Handover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Daily Testing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Weekly Testing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Quarterly Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Yearly Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Multi-Function Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Silence Fire Alarm Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Sound Fire Alarm Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Reset System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Mute Buzzer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Enable/Disable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Individual Zone Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Lamp Test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Self-test Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Walk Test Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Technical Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Panel Specification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Panel Specification (continued) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
PSE Specification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
EOLM-1 Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Option Board Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Cable Specification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Manufacturers Contact Details. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

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Introduction The Eaton Conventional Fire Detection &

Purpose Alarm System
This manual is intended as a guide for the installation and commis- The Eaton Conventional fire alarm system is a highly adaptable and
sioning of Eaton Conventional 2, 4, 8 Zone Control panels. Content intelligent product designed with the simplicity of a conventional
within this guide is for general application and does not specify fire alarm system, enhanced to provide multi-function fire detec-
the Fire Alarm System design and the guide assumes the reader tion and condition indication capability. The Fire panel supports
already has attained competency with this type of system. conventional zones which can be configured for Standard Mode
that has standard conventional detectors and call points, or
The installation of this system can only be carried out by a compe- Intrinsically Safe Conventional Mode that only allows intrinsically
tent person with relevant current training and experience, with safe detectors and call points on the zone along with an intrinsi-
access to requisite tools, equipment and information (as stipulated cally safe barrier.
by BS5839).
The Eaton Conventional fire alarm system is certified to EN54 part
The design has been carried out in accordance with a quality 2 and part 4 and is designed to meet the recommendations in
management system, which incorporates a set of rules for the BS5839.
design of all elements of the Control and Indication Equipment
(CIE) and Power Supply Equipment (PSE). The panels have the following optional features as standard:
The components of the CIE and PSE have been selected for the • FIRE ALARM DEVICES: (EN54 part 2 clause 7.8)
intended purpose, and are expected to operate within their speci- • TEST CONDITION: (EN54 part 2 clause 10)
fication when the environmental conditions outside the cabinet of
the CIE / PSE comply with class 3k5 of EN 60721-3-3:1995
• Control of fire alarm routing equipment (EN54 part 2 clause
7.9.1)
• Output to fire protection equipment (EN54 part 2 clause 7.10.1)
The components of the Eaton Conventional Fire System are as
follows:
• The conventional fire panel range comes in 2, 4 or 8 zones
versions.
• Each zone can be configured with up to 32 input devices
connected via a single 2-core screened cable.
• The Fire Panel is available to support 4 conventional sounder
circuits (see technical specification for loading characteristics).
• The integrated EN54 part 4 compliant power supply charges
and monitors two 12V 5Ah batteries. The power supply is
capable of providing up to 24 hour standby depending on the
system loading (further information on this can be found in PSE
Specification on page 28).
• Each zone must be terminated with an EOLM-1 to allow the
panel to detect Short and Open circuit conditions as well as
head removal. The EOLM-1 needs to be located with the last
device on each zone.
• The Fire alarm system has an options interface board to provide
outputs to Fire Protection Equipment (FPE), Fire Routing
Equipment (FRE) and zonal relays. This interface and the
relevant conformance requirements are further described within
this guide.
• The panel is compatible with the standard Eaton range of
conventional devices on both conventional zones and sounder
circuits. When a conventional zone is configured for Intrinsically
Safe mode then intrinsically safe detectors can be fitted in
conjunction with an isolation barrier (see Battery Connections
on page 16 for more details).

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The panel continuously monitors the state of each zone for Fire
and Fault conditions which are only indicated on the affected zone.
Once a Fire condition is detected on a zone then the panel turns
on the Fire indicators for the zone in fire and triggers the fire alarm
devices across all zones. All remaining zones will continue to
monitor for secondary fires or fault conditions.
The panel also continuously monitors the state of each conven-
tional sounder circuit and will report any fault condition detected
on the sounder fault LED.
The panel has multiple non-monitored outputs such as Auxiliary
Output, Fire Relay, Fault Relay, and an Interlink Relay. These
outputs are extended with the option board that provides addi-
tional monitored FRE and FPE outputs, and a non-monitored relay
per zone circuit. The fire panel also has a monitored input called
Class Change. Further information is contained within this guide.

Figure 1. Fire Panel Dimensions

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Power Supply Equipment (PSE)
The PSE has been specifically designed to operate the Eaton
Conventional Fire Panel and may not be substituted for any other
power source. The PSE is a Switch Mode Power Supply located
within the Fire Panel cabinet as shown in Figure 2. A dedicated
230V AC mains supply is required as the primary source; the
supply is fused on the PCB by a 1.0 amp anti-surge fuse. In the
event of mains failure the PSE will automatically switched over to
the standby battery power source until the main power source is
restored.
The PSE maintains the charge for the two 12V 5Ah sealed lead
acid batteries in a fully charged state. On initial power up the
batteries will charge over a 24 hour period. Dependent on the
charge of the installed battery the system may initially shows a
charger or battery fault.
The Supply should be clearly labelled ‘FIRE ALARM: DO NOT
SWITCH OFF’ at all isolation points.
PSE faults originating from the following are indicated by the
panel:
• The loss of either power source
• Failure of the charger circuit
• High internal resistance of the battery
The image shows the location of the power supply. (Further
technical data for the PSE is provided in the PSE Specification on
page 28).
Note that the charging circuit will be in its high impedance state
(approximately 3V DC) if no batteries, faulty batteries, or only one Figure 2. Power Supply Equipment
battery is connected. The full 27V DC (nominal) charging voltage
should be present if the correct batteries are connected.
In order to test for correct operation of the batteries, remove the
mains 230V AC fuse and allow the batteries to settle from their
charging voltage for approximately 5 minutes. The battery voltage
should then be measured using an electronic test meter and a
voltage greater than 24V DC should be seen.
Battery Disposal Instructions

WARNING
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN
INCORRECT TYPE

This product contains batteries and they must be disposed of in

accordance with current waste disposal and pollution legislation
and in particular The Environmental Protection Act 1990, Special
Waste Regulation 1996. It is recommended that the following
authorities are contacted before any attempt is made to dispose
of batteries; Environment Agency Local office, Local Authority
Environmental Health or Waste Handling department.
The batteries and fire panel comply with WEEE
disposal regulations. Do not dispose in general indus-
trial or household waste. Return unwanted products to
a designated collection point for waste electrical and
electronic equipment recycling.

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System Wiring
For zones configured in Conventional mode the zone is wired for
Conventional detection (detectors and call points) devices only and
must be terminated with an EOLM-1 embedded in the last device
(Figure 4). Intrinsically safe conventional detection devices cannot
be wired onto a conventional zone.
For zones configured in Intrinsically Safe Conventional mode the
zone is wired into the MTL5561 intrinsically safe barrier and all
Intrinsically Safe Conventional detection (detectors and call points)
devices are wired into the barrier with a 5K1 EOLR embedded in
the last device. Standard conventional detection devices cannot be
wired onto an intrinsically safe conventional zone.
For sounder outputs used with standard conventional alarm (wall/
base sounders, VADs and I/Os) devices the circuit must be termi-
nated with 6K8 EOLR embedded in the last device. Intrinsically
Figure 3. EOLM-1 safe alarm devices cannot be mixed with standard conventional
alarm devices as an intrinsically safe barrier must be used (see
above).
WARNING For sounder outputs used with Intrinsically Safe alarm devices the
RISK OF DAMAGE TO EOLM-1 IF CORRECT WIRING POLARITY circuit must be wired into the MTL7778ac intrinsically safe barrier
IS NOT OBSERVED and all Intrinsically Safe Conventional alarm (wall/base sounders,
VADs and I/Os) devices are wired into the barrier with a 6K8 EOLR
embedded in the last device. Standard conventional alarm devices
Eaton Conventional Fire Panel only supports the EOLM-1, do not cannot be mixed with intrinsically safe alarm devices.
attempt to use any other type of EOLM module or use any resis-
tor value.
EOLR (Intrinsically Safe Conventional Zones & Sounder
Circuits)
Any Detection Zone on the panel that is configured for Intrinsically
Safe mode must separate the intrinsically safe devices from the
panel using the intrinsically safe barrier MTL5561. The last device
on the zone must be terminated with an End of Line Resistor
(EOLR) of 5K1 to ensure proper fault and fire monitoring of the
zone.
Any Sounder Circuit on the panel that is being used for Intrinsically
Safe Sounders must separate the intrinsically safe alarm devices
from the panel using the intrinsically safe barrier MTL7778ac.
The last alarm device on the sounder circuit must be terminated
with an End of Line Resistor (EOLR) of 6K8 to ensure proper fault
monitoring of the circuit.

Figure 4. Conventional Zone & Sounders Wiring Diagram

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Status Indications

Figure 5. Front panel status indications

KEY
This section shows the status indications on the front panel ON (---------) Indicator lit
(Figure 5) with a table to show the meaning. OFF Indicator unlit
SLOW (----) Indicator slow flashing, buzzer slow pulsing
FAST (-----) Indicator fast flashing, buzzer fast pulsing
SILENT Sounders off, buzzer off
CONT Sounders on, buzzers continuous
Any condition could be indicated
Visual indications Audible
Indications

Condition

Detector Removed /Zone

Comments

Fault/ Zone Disabled

Fire Alarm Devices

Self Test On /Test
Sounder Disabled
General Disable

Repeater Fault/

Battery Failure/

Sounder Fault/

Zone Fire (1-8)

Battery Fault/

FRE Disabled
Charger Fault

FPE Disabled
General Fault

System Fault

Panel Buzzer
General Fire
Mains Fault
Power ON

FRE Fault/

FPE Fault/
FRE On

Normal ON OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF Normal condition and at access
Condition level 1
Access Level ON FAST Access level 2 or 3 pass code
2 or 3 accepted
Fire Condition ON ON ON ON CONT CONT Only the zone in fire will have
its’ zone fire indicator lit
System Fault ON ON ON SLOW Severe fault condition with
the panel
Repeater Fault ON ON SLOW SLOW Problem with the link between
panel and repeater
Battery Fault ON ON SLOW SLOW No battery voltage or battery
voltage too low
Mains Fault ON ON ON SLOW Mains voltage has been lost

Battery Failure ON ON SLOW SLOW Battery impedance fault

Charger Fault ON ON ON SLOW Charger voltage fault

Sounder Fault ON ON SLOW SLOW Short or open circuit condition

on a zone
FRE Fault ON ON SLOW SLOW Short or open circuit condition
on a FRE
FPE Fault ON ON SLOW SLOW Short or open circuit condition
on a FPE
Zone Fault ON ON SLOW SLOW Short or open circuit condition
on the zone
Detector ON ON FAST SLOW Detector removed on the zone
removed
Sounder ON ON ON All fire alarm devices on all
disabled zones disabled
FRE disabled ON ON ON FRE disabled

FPE disabled ON ON ON FPE disabled

Zone disabled ON ON ON Zone is disabled from fire

detection
Self test active ON SLOW SLOW The panel is in self test mode

Individual Zone ON ON ON SLOW Individual zone is in test mode

test active and awaiting fire activation
Walk test ON ON SLOW Panel is in walk test mode and
active awaiting fire activation

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Control Panel Inputs and Outputs

Figure 6. 8 Zone Panel Terminals

Auxiliary Output
The Auxiliary Output is a 30V DC output provided at the panel to
power ancillary equipment (Figure 7). The current consumed by
this output must be considered when calculating battery standby
times. The contacts are not monitored.
Class Change
The sounders can be operated by an external volt free contact Figure 7. Auxiliary output terminal
(Figure 8). A short circuit at this terminal will activate non-latching
sounders (no indication will show on the fire alarm panel). The
sounders will automatically silence when the short circuit is
removed. This is sometimes used for schools at class change
times.

WARNING
NO VOLTAGE SHOULD BE APPLIED TO THIS INPUT

Figure 8. Class Change input terminal

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Fire Relay
The fire relay provides a set of fused volt free changeover
contacts, which operate in the event of a fire condition, these
contacts are not monitored. The fire relay can be used as Fire
Alarm Routing Equipment or Fire Protection Equipment outputs.
Fault Relay
The fault relay provides a set of fused volt free changeover
contacts, which operate in the event of a fault condition, these
contacts are not monitored (Figure 9). This relay has been config-
ured to be in fail safe mode, so in the event of total power loss
the relay contacts will be active.
Fault Relay reporting:
• Battery fault
• Mains fault Figure 9. Fault Relay terminal
• Charger fault
• Impedance fault
• Zone faults:
• Open circuit
• Short circuit
• Detector removal
• Sounder fault
• Repeater fault
• FRE fault
• FPE fault
Interlink Relay
The Interlink Relay in conjunction with a non-latching zone can be
used to link two EFCV fire panels together (Figure 10). It is recom-
mended to use a non-latching zone in the Standard Conventional
mode and fit the EOLM-1 at the interlink relay of each panel.

WARNING
WHEN A ZONE IS BEING USED FOR INTERLINKING PANELS,
NO OTHER DEVICES ARE PERMITTED ON THAT ZONE.

When an alarm is activated on one of the panels, the appropriate

zone will indicate on the panel detecting fire and the interlink relay
will activate. This is turn will activate the non-latching zone on the
other panel and both panels will be in fire and all sounders on both
panels will be activated.
To reset both panels, one of the panels would be manually soft
reset, which would cause the non-latching zone on the other panel Figure 10. Interlink connections
to reset as well. This would reset both panels.

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Option Board (FRE/FPE/Zonal Relays)

The options board is an additional daughter card that provides
outputs to Fire Protection Equipment (FPE), Fire Alarm Routing
Equipment (FRE) and Zonal Relays.
Fire Alarm Routing Equipment (FRE)
The FRE output is designed to activate during a fire event and
is connected to phone diallers and/or Building Management
Systems. When the FRE option board is fitted SW12-1 dip switch
is set to Fitted. See Battery Connections on page 16. The
output complies with EN54-2 clause:
• 7.9.1 Outputs to fire alarm routing equipment (option with
requirements)
Fire Protection Equipment (FPE)
The FPE output is designed to activate during a fire event and
when connected to external devices drive door release mecha-
nisms, fire screens, sprinkler systems, and gas release systems.
When FPE option board fitted SW12-1 dip switch is set to Fitted.
The output complies with EN54-2 clause:
• 7.10.1 Outputs to fire protection equipment (Type A)
Zonal Relay Contacts
Zonal relay contacts are volt free and do not provide any voltage.
The relays are selectable to be either set to C/NO or C/NC. The
zonal relays are designed to follow the fire condition of the associ-
ated zone circuit on the Main board.

1 2 = 0 repeaters found

1 2 = 1 repeater found

1 2 = 2 repeaters found

1 2 = 3 repeaters found

It is important to note this during installation to ensure that the

panel has found the correct number of repeaters.
Once the repeaters have been found the Fire Panel will broadcast
all status information to them so that they will mirror the indicator
and buzzer states of the Fire Panel. The Fire Panel expects to
receive a response from each repeater, if at any time a repeater
stops responding for more than 60 seconds then the Fire Panel
will start to flash the “Repeater Fault” indicator.

Figure 11. Repeater Panel connection

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Installation Instructions NOTE

This section of this guide explains in detail how the panel should WHEN INSTALLED THIS EQUIPMENT IS SUBJECT TO
be installed and configured to function properly. THE EMC DIRECTIVE 2004/108/EC. TO MAINTAIN EMC
COMPLIANCE THE FIRE ALARM SYSTEM MUST BE
Please ensure you have fully understood the components of the
system and how they operate before proceeding with this section.
INSTALLED AS INSTRUCTED. THE INSTALLER WILL BE
Take notice of the warnings and cautions as they are to prevent RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY EMC PROBLEMS THAT MAY
damage to your equipment. OCCUR EITHER TO THE FIRE ALARM SYSTEM OR TO ANY
OTHER EQUIPMENT AFFECTED BY THE INSTALLATION IF
Before you begin THERE IS ANY DEVIATION FROM THIS GUIDE.

WARNING
WHEN INSTALLING THE FIRE SYSTEM CARE SHOULD BE NOTE
TAKEN TO ENSURE THAT THE INSTALLATION LOCATION DIP SWITCH SETTINGS ONLY TAKE EFFECT ONCE THE
DOES NOT SUBJECT THE PANEL TO ENVIRONMENTAL PANEL HAS BEEN POWER CYCLED OR THE HARD RESET
FACTORS IN EXCESS OF THE LIMITS OUTLINED IN THE BUTTON IS PRESSED.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION CONTAINED WITHIN THIS
GUIDE. Cabling Routing & Device Installation
Figure 12 shows a typical system drawing.

CAUTION • Route the fire rated cabling (for example FP200) between
device locations in accordance with the zone map (and any
ENSURE ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS ARE TAKEN WHEN other external equipment) and back to the panel location as
HANDLING ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS OF THE SYSTEM. indicated in the system design drawings. Each cable should be
DO NOT USE EXCESSIVE FORCE WHEN TIGHTENING THE clearly labelled with their function, i.e. Zone 1 etc.
TERMINAL BLOCKS.
• The bases of all fire devices should be fixed (refer to the instal-
lation guide supplied with each device) in the locations specified
in the system design drawings.
NOTE • The cabling to devices should be screwed into the terminals of
INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE MUST BE PERFORMED the base or device (refer to the installation guide supplied with
BY AN APPROPRIATELY QUALIFIED PERSON. THE each device). The correct polarity should be observed along the
EQUIPMENT CARRIES NO WARRANTY UNLESS THE cable routing.
SYSTEM HAS BEEN INSTALLED AND COMMISSIONED • The EOLM-1 must be fitted at the end of each zone.
AND SUBSEQUENTLY MAINTAINED BY APPROPRIATELY
QUALIFIED PERSONS OR ORGANISATIONS. DO NOT • The 6K8 resistor must be fitted at the end of each conventional
ATTEMPT TO INSTALL THIS EQUIPMENT UNTIL YOU sounder circuit.
HAVE FULLY READ AND UNDERSTOOD THE OPERATION
AS DESCRIBED WITHIN THIS MANUAL, FAILURE TO DO
SO MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT AND
COULD INVALIDATE YOUR WARRANTY.

Figure 12. System Cabling

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Panel Installation

NOTE
THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE FOLLOWED
WITH MAINS AND BATTERY SUPPLIES DISCONNECTED
UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED.

NOTE
THE PANEL SHOULD BE INSTALLED IN A CLEAN, DRY,
REASONABLY WELL VENTILATED PLACE, AND NOT IN
DIRECT SUNLIGHT. TEMPERATURES IN EXCESS OF
40°C AND BELOW 5°C MAY CAUSE MALFUNCTIONS,
IF IN DOUBT CONSULT EATON ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS.
THE PANEL SHOULD BE LOCATED AWAY FROM ANY
POTENTIAL HAZARD, IN A POSITION WHERE IT IS
READILY ACCESSIBLE TO AUTHORISED STAFF, AND
THE FIRE SERVICES, IDEALLY ON THE PERIMETER OF A
BUILDING NEAR A PERMANENT ENTRANCE.

Mounting the Panel

To prepare the panel for mounting, you need to remove the front
cover of the panel, and the PCB shelf and the PSE from the back
box.
• To remove the front cover of the panel, unscrew the two retain-
ing screws located at the top corners of the panel. See Figure
13.
• It is recommended to remove the PCB shelf and the PSE from Figure 13. Remove Panel front cover
the back box before drilling the holes.
• To remove the PCB shelf push the clips down ①, then push
the shelf towards the top of the back box and then lift forwards
②. See Figure 14.

Figure 14. Remove the PCB shelf

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• To remove the PSE PCB from the back box unplug the cables
from the main board as shown in Figure 15
• Then simply remove the screw and push the PCB up, to the
right and forwards as shown in Figure 16.
• Once the cable entry holes have been cut then fit the cable
glands to the back box.
• If the panel is being flush mounted, then insert the panel into
the recess feeding the cables through the rear cable entry
points.

Figure 15. Disconnect the PSE

Figure 16. Remove the PSE

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• If the panel is being wall mounted then cut out the required
number of cable entry holes in the back using a 20mm hole
saw with pilot drill bit as shown in Figure 17. Fit the glands to
the back box and pull through the required cables.
• Using the mounting holes in the back box, drill holes into the
wall and insert wall plugs and secure the panel to the wall as
shown in Figure 18. Ensure any dust is cleaned from the back
box.
• Secure the PSE PCB back into the back box by following the
reverse instructions on the previous page (see Figure 15 and
Figure 16).
• Fit the PCB shelf and cables by following the reverse instruc-
tions (see Figure 14 on page 12).
• If the panel is wall mounted, pull the cabling through the glands
ready for wiring.
• Fit the door back onto the back box by following the reverse
instructions on the previous page (see Figure 13).

Figure 17. Cut Cable entry holes

Figure 18. Secure the panel to the wall

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Connecting the mains supply Connecting the Battery Supply
The mains supply should be exclusive to the fire alarm as detailed A Battery cover is supplied to prevent accidental contact with
in EN54-4. A plug and socket is not satisfactory. We recommend the battery terminals and gives additional useful information. The
that a switched double pole fused spur unit is used for the sole battery cover can be moved out of the way as indicated in Figure
use of the fire alarm system and should be clearly marked with: 20.
FIRE ALARM DO NOT SWITCH OFF Connect the spade connectors of the two wire battery cable and
Before connecting the fused spur to the PSE slide the ferrite core the single wire battery cable as illustrated in Figure 19.
(supplied with the panel) over the cable as shown in Figure 19. Do not connect the plastic socket end of the battery cable to the
Connect the fused spur to the input marked MAINS on the PSE, PSE until all installation actions in this guide have been completed
observing correct wiring regulations. and the system is ready for testing.

NOTE
OBEY VOLT DROP LIMITATION WHEN SIZING CABLES.

USE ONLY APPROVED CABLE TYPES.

DO NOT TIGHTEN TERMINAL CONNECTOR SCREWS TOO

TIGHT.

KEEP POLARITY THROUGHOUT. NON COLOURED

CONDUCTORS SHOULD BE PERMANENTLY MARKED.

Figure 20. Battery cover

Figure 19. Mains supply connection to PSE

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Battery Connections

1. Connect the BLACK battery wire to the BLACK (-) battery

terminal of Battery B (Figure 21)

2. Connect the RED battery wire to the RED (+) battery

terminal of Battery A (shown as grey)

3. Connect the link cable between the two remaining

terminals
Connecting the Zone Cables
Connect the cables (clearly labelled with the zone numbers) to the
appropriate zone +/- terminals, observing the correct polarity (see
Figure 22).
If any of the zones are not used then the EOLM-1 must remain
fitted to the terminals of that zone to ensure the system remains
fault free.

CAUTION
DO NOT USE A HIGH VOLTAGE TESTER WHEN WIRING IS
CONNECTED TO ANY ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT.

NOTE
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT ZONE CABLING IS CONNECTED
TO THE CORRECT ZONE INPUT OTHERWISE ANY FIRE OR
FAULT INDICATION ON THE PANEL WILL NOT MATCH THE Figure 21. Battery Connection
ZONE MAP OF THE SITE, AND WILL NOT BE COMPLIANT
WITH BS5839

Figure 22. Panel Wiring Diagram

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Connecting the Input/Output Cables
Connect the cables (clearly labelled with the external equipment
reference) to the appropriate input or output terminals, observing
the correct polarity where applicable.

CAUTION
MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION GUIDES OF ANY
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT AND CHECK THE CORRECT WIRING
POLARITY AND THAT THE EQUIPMENT IS COMPATIBLE WITH
THE CONTROL PANEL BEFORE POWERING UP THE SYSTEM.

Connecting a Repeater Panel

Connect the cables from the repeater panel to the Repeater
terminals on the main board of the fire alarm panel, observing the
correct polarity (see Figure 13 on the previous page).
To enable the repeater output switch 2 of SW12 on the panel main
board must be changed to the Repeater Output On setting (see
Figure 23). Figure 23. Repeater Output setting
Interlinking Two Panels
Wire the two panels together as shown in Figure 25.
The EOLM-1 must be fitted for the zone circuits on both panels to
be monitored for fault conditions.
The 680ohm resistor must be fitted so that the zone input will
detect the fire condition and activate its fire alarm devices.
In order for the interlink to operate correctly the zone inputs on
both panels being used for interlinking must be set to unlatched,
therefore the associated switch on SW4 must be set to the
Unlatched Zone x setting (see Figure 24).
Figure 24. Interlink settings
WARNING
THE UNLATCHING SETTING IS NOT TO BE USED WITH
DETECTION ZONES AS THIS WILL MAKE THE PANEL NON-
COMPLIANT.

NOTE
NO OTHER DEVICES ARE TO BE CONNECTED TO A ZONE
CONFIGURED FOR INTERLINKING.

Figure 25. Interlink wiring diagram

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Figure 26. Option board wiring diagram

NOTE
IF EITHER THE FRE OR FPE IS NOT BEING USED THEN THE
6K8 RESISTOR SHOULD BE FITTED AT THE APPROPRIATE
TERMINAL ON THE OPTION BOARD. THIS PREVENTS
ERRONEOUS FAULT CONDITIONS BEING DISPLAYED ON THE
PANEL.

Connecting the Zonal Outputs

Connect the cabling from the external equipment to the relevant
zone terminals on the option board.
These outputs are not monitored so there is no need for a 6K8
termination resistor.
Change the jumpers on the zonal relays to get them to operate
in either normally open or normally closed during a fire alarm
condition.

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Panel Configuration
Silence Mode Disabled
With switch 3 of SW12 on the panel main board set to Silence
Mode Disabled the panel will re-sound all fire alarm devices after
the panel has been silenced with any new fire conditions detected
(see Figure 27).
Silence Mode Enabled
Figure 27. Silence Mode setting
With switch 3 of SW12 on the panel main board set to Silence
Mode Enabled the panel will NOT re-sound the fire alarm devices
after the panel has been silenced regardless of any new fire condi-
tions detected.
Zone Configuration
Set each zone to Normal (standard conventional) or Intrinsically
Safe mode at SW3 (see Figure 28 and the accompanying table).

Figure 28. Zone configuration setting

Zone # Standard Conventional Intrinsically Safe Conventional

1 SW3.1 = OFF SW3.1 = ON

2 SW3.2 = OFF SW3.2 = ON

3 SW3.3 = OFF SW3.3 = ON

4 SW3.4 = OFF SW3.4 = ON

5 SW3.5 = OFF SW3.5 = ON

6 SW3.6 = OFF SW3.6 = ON

7 SW3.7 = OFF SW3.7 = ON

8 SW3.8 = OFF SW3.8 = ON

Detector Fitting
All detector heads should now be fitted to the bases (following the
device installation guide), prior to the installation being tested.
If there are no detectors or manual call points showing the fire
condition then the zone can be re-enabled at the panel.
If there are no detectors or manual call points showing the fire
condition then the zone can be re-enabled at the panel.

WARNING
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS ABOVE
WILL RESULT IN THE PANEL ENTERING A FULL ALARM
CONDITION WHICH WILL EVACUATE THE SITE AND
ACTIVATE ANY OTHER EQUIPMENT ATTACHED TO THE
FIRE ALARM SYSTEM.

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Installation Testing
Initial Power-up Check
Power up the panel by engaging the fuse spur to supply mains,
then connect the white socket of the battery cable to the power
supply (see Figure 29) .
Check that all indicators turn on in turn momentarily and turn off
again .
Only the power on indicator should be lit afterwards .
Any fault indications should be investigated and corrective
actions taken before continuing with the installation tests . Status
Indications on page 7 provides a comprehensive guide to the
fault indications .
Power off the panel before commencing any corrective action on
the panel .
If there are detectors or manual call points showing the fire condi-
tion reset the panel to clear the fire condition before you re-enable
the zone . Check that the following outputs are in the correct state:
• Auxillary Output (30V)
• Fire Relay (C/NC)
• Fault Relay (C/NO)
• Interlink Relay (C/NC)
• FRE (0V, if fitted)
• FPE (0V, if fitted)
• Zonal Relays (C/NO, if fitted)

WARNING Figure 29. Initial Power-up check

DO NOT FIX ANY FAULT CONDITIONS WITH THE SYSTEM
STILL POWERED UP. THIS IS PARTICULARLY IMPORTANT
WITH SHORT CIRCUIT FAULTS ON ZONES AS THE PTC
FUSE NEEDS TIME TO RECOVER IF IT HAS TRIPPED.

Zone Fault Detection Check

Repeat the following per zone:
• Disconnect the last detector head on the zone then check the
following
• General fault indicator (amber) is on.

• Correct zone fault/disable indicator (amber) is fast flashing for

detector removed fault.
• Fault relay has switched over to C/NC.
• Connect the detector back on its base then check the following
• General fault indicator (amber) is off.

• Zone fault/disable indicator (amber) is off.

• Fault relay has switched back to C/NO.
Press the Mute Buzzer button to silence the panel buzzer.

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Battery Fault Detection Check Fire Outputs & Battery Check
Disconnect the battery.
After about 20 seconds check the following: WARNING
• General fault indicator (amber) is on. THIS TEST WILL ACTIVATE ANY EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT
CONNECTED TO THE FRE, FPE OR FIRE RELAYS. IF THE
• Battery/Mains fault indicator (amber) is flashing for battery fault.
ACTIVATION OF THE EQUIPMENT IS NOT DESIRED, THEN
• Battery/Charger fault indicator (amber) is on for charger fault. THE EQUIPMENT MUST BE DISABLED, DISCONNECTED
Connect the battery. OR POWERED OFF DURING THIS TEST AND RESTORED
ONCE THE TEST IS COMPLETE.
After about 4 seconds check the following:
• General fault indicator is off. Measure the battery charger voltage, this should be around 27.6V.
• Battery/Mains fault indicator is off. Disconnect the mains supply and check the following:
• Battery/Charger fault indicator is off. • Power On (green) indicator is still on.
Press the Mute Buzzer to silence the panel buzzer. • General fault (amber) indication is on.
Zone Fire Detection Check • Battery/Mains fault indication is on for mains fault.
Repeat the following per zone: The panel should not lose power during the following test.
• Place the individual zone into Zone Test mode (see Individual Activate a call point in any zone.
Zone Test on page 25).
Check the following on the panel:
• Activate a manual call point (or a detector if there is no call • General fire indicator (red) is on.
point on the zone) in that zone and then check the following:
• Correct zone fire indicator (red) is on.
• General fire indicator (red) is on.
• FRE On indicator (red) is on.
• Correct zone fire indicator (red) is on.
• FRE output has switched to 24V (if fitted).
• All fire alarm devices are sounding.
• FPE output has switched to 24V (if fitted).
• After approximately 3 seconds the system will automatically
silence and the fire indication will clear. • Fire relay has switched over to C/NO.
• Take the zone out of Zone Test mode (see Individual Zone • All fire alarm devices are sounding.
Test). Check the following on the interlinked panel (if installed):
Reset the system to clear all fire indications. • General fire indicator (red) is on.
• FRE On indicator (red) is on.
• FRE output has switched to 24V (if fitted).
• FPE output has switched to 24V (if fitted).
• Fire relay has switched over to C/NO.
• All fire alarm devices are sounding.
Perform a soft reset and then check that the panel and interlinked
panel have returned to the normal condition with mains fault.

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Commissioning and System Handover Maintenance

Commissioning Daily Testing
The walk test feature has been provided to facilitate the commis- To be conducted by the Premises Management.
sioning of the system . See Walk Test Mode on page 26 Check that the panel shows no fire or fault indications.
The commissioning of the system should be conducted in accor- If there are any fault conditions indicated then refer to Status
dance to BS5839 part 1 Annex H . Indications on page 7 to identify the problem.
The commissioning certificate must be completed and any vari- Weekly Testing
ances noted .
To be conducted by the Premises Management.
The system configuration and variances should be recorded on the
log book . • Each week perform a Lamp Test to check that all visual and
audible indicators on the panel are functioning correctly. See
System Handover Lamp Test on page 25.
The following documents must be handed over to the Premises • Each week a different zone should be tested. Testing with a
Management of the installation: manual call point is the simplest method as these can be easily
• Zone map triggered with the key provided. Testing with a fire detection
• Commissioning certificate device is more complex as it requires specialist equipment and
may not be possible for all premises. At a minimum a different
• Log book manual call point should be tested each week.
• User Manual • Place the zone to be tested into test mode using the Individual
The Premises Management must be demonstrated the operation Zone Test function. See Individual Zone Test on page 25
of the system and give basic training on the operation of the • Record the weekly test results in the log book.
system and filling in the log book.
Quarterly Testing
To be conducted by the Competent Person.
• Check all previous log book entries and verify that any correc-
tive actions had been taken.
• Carry out the weekly test and record the results in the log
book.
• Visually inspect the batteries and their connections.
• Disconnect the mains supply and check that the fire system is
capable of supplying the fire alarm devices by operating a call
point.
Yearly Testing
To be conducted by the Competent Person.
• Carry out the weekly test and record the results in the log
book.
• Carry out the Quarterly testing.
• Test ALL fire detection devices and manual call points.

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Operating Instructions
Multi-Function Buttons

The numerical value in the centre of the button is used to enter

access codes for level 2 and 3.
If the text in the centre of the button appears above a line (or
there is no line) then this function is applicable at access level 2. If
the text in the centre of the button appears below a line then this
function is applicable at access level 3.
The text above button 3 indicates that this button is the Select
button during the Disable/Enable and Individual Zone Test
functions.
Silence Fire Alarm Devices
This function is only available at access level 2 and when the
alarms are sounding.
• Enter the access code 3112.
• Press the Silence/Sound Alarms button.
• Only the fire alarm devices will stop sounding, the panel buzzer
will continue sounding.
• This function will immediately exit back to Access Level 1.
Sound Fire Alarm Devices
This function is only available at access level 2 and when the
alarms are silent.
• Enter the access code 3112.
• Press the Silence/Sound Alarms button.
• Only the General Fire indicator will be lit, the panel buzzer will
sound a continuous tone and all fire alarm devices will sound.
• This function will immediately exit back to Access Level 1.
Reset System
This function is only available at access level 2.
• Enter the access code 3112.
• Press the Reset button.
• This will stop all fire alarm devices sounding, will stop the panel
buzzer and will reset the panel.
• The panel will return to the normal condition after completing
the indicator test routine which turns each indicator on in turn
and then turns them off in turn.

NOTE
WHEN PERFORMING A RESET, ANY TEST CASES WILL BE
CLEARED.

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Mute Buzzer
This function is available at access level 1, 2 and 3.
• To silence the panel’s internal buzzer at access level 1 just press OR
the Mute Buzzer button.
• To silence the panel’s internal buzzer at access level 2 enter the
code 3112 and then press the Mute Buzzer button.
• To silence the panel’s internal buzzer at access level 3 enter the
code 2321 and then press the Mute Buzzer button.
This function will immediately exit back to Access Level 1.
Enable/Disable
This function is only available at access level 2.
• Before re-enabling any zone that has latching detectors, a walk
round of the zone in question should be carried out to check
that all detectors and manual call points are not indicating a fire
condition. Failure to do so will result in the panel entering a full
alarm condition which will evacuate the site and activate any
other equipment attached to the fire alarm system.
• This function will allow the following to be disabled:
• Individual Zones
• All fire alarm devices
• FRE (if fitted)
• FPE (if fitted)
• Enter the access code 3112.
• Press the Disable/Enable button ①.
• All previous disablements will have their associated disabled
indicator lit and all enablements will have their associated
disabled indicators unlit.
• The function always starts at Zone 1.
• When an item is selected for disablement its disable indicator
will change from unlit to lit.
• Press the following button sequences for the required
enablement/disablement:
• When an item is selected for enablement its disable indicator
will change from lit to unlit.
Press the Select button ③ to accept the selected enablement/
disablement and exit back to Access Level 1.
Item 2-Zone 4-Zone 8-Zone
Zone 1 3 3 3
Zone 2 1+3 1+3 1 +3
Zone 3 1 (2 times) + 3 1 (2 times) + 3
Zone 4 1 (3 times) + 3 1 (3 times) + 3
Zone 5 1 (4 times) + 3
Zone 6 1 (5 times) + 3
Zone 7 1 (6 times) + 3
Zone 8 1 (7 times) + 3
Sounders 1 (2 times) + 3 1 (4 times) + 3 1 (8 times) + 3
FRE (if fitted) 1 (3 times) + 3 1 (5 times) + 3 1 (9 times) + 3
FPE (if fitted) 1 (4 times) + 3 1 (6 times) + 3 1 (10 times) + 3

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Individual Zone Test
This function is only available at access level 2.
This function will allow individual zones to be placed in the zone
test mode.
• Enter the access code 3112
• Press Test button ②.
• The zone currently in test mode will have its associated
disabled indicator lit and all zones not in test mode will have
their associated disabled indicators unlit.
• The function always starts at Zone 1.
• When an item is selected for test mode its disable indicator will
change from unlit to lit.
• When an item is selected for normal operation its disable indi-
cator will change from lit to unlit.
• Press the following button sequences for the required test
mode/normal operation:
Item 2-Zone 4-Zone 8-Zone
Zone 1 3 3 3
Zone 2 2+3 2+3 2 +3
Zone 3 2 (2 times) + 3 2 (2 times) + 3
Zone 4 2 (3 times) + 3 2 (3 times) + 3
Zone 5 2 (4 times) + 3
Zone 6 2 (5 times) + 3
Zone 7 2 (6 times) + 3
Zone 8 2 (7 times) + 3
• Pressing Select button ③ will accept the selected test zone
and exit back to Access Level 1. The Test indicator will remain lit
and the zone disabled indicator will also remain lit.
• When a fire detection device or manual call point is activated
in the zone under test it will sound all fire alarm devices for 3
seconds and then will automatically silence.
• Any fire condition detected in any other zone will place the
system into full alarm condition and the fire alarm devices will
activate continuously.
• To end the individual test mode the above selection instructions
should be carried out and the zone disabled indicator changed
to the unlit state.
Lamp Test
This function is available at access level 2.
• Enter the access code 3112.
• Press Indicator Test button ③.
• Each indicator on the front of the panel will turn on in turn and
then turn off in turn (excluding the Power On indicator).
This function will immediately exit back to Access Level 1.

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Self-test Mode
This function is only available at access level 3.
• Enter the access code 2321.
• Press the Test button ②.
• The Test indicator will slow flash and the buzzer will give a slow
pulsing tone.
• The fire indicator on every detector head will turn on.
• This function is useful for checking that each head is fitted
correctly as the fire indicator will not turn on.
To end the self-test mode, enter the access code 2321 and press
button ②.
Walk Test Mode
This function is only available at access level 3.
• Enter the access code 2321.
• Press Indicator Test button ③.
• The Test indicator will turn on and the buzzer will give a slow
pulsing tone.
• This function places all zones in test mode and is used during
commissioning to test every fire detection device on a zone.
• Repeat the following for each zone (with fire detection devices)
in turn:
• Activate the fire detection device or manual call point on the
zone.
• All fire alarm devices will sound on all zones for 3 seconds
and then will automatically silence.
• The fire panel will then reset the zone from the fire condition.
• Repeat the above process until all fire detection devices and
manual call points on the zone have been tested.
To end the walk test mode enter the access code 3112 or 2321
and press the Reset button.
If no fire detection device or manual call point is triggered within
10 minutes of the walk test being started, the test mode will
timeout and return back to access level 1/normal condition.

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Technical Specifications
Panel Specification

EFCV2ZONE EFCV4ZONE EFCV8ZONE

Power Specification

Input Voltage Range 18.75-30.7V DC

Maximum current drawn from battery 2.7A
Zone Circuits

Number of Zones 2 4 8
Devices per Zone Standard Conventional Mode: Max 32 Detectors and Manual Call Points
Intrinsically Safe Mode: Max of 10 Intrinsically Safe Detectors and Manual Call Points
Maximum loading per Zone 200mA
Standby Zone Voltage Vmin 19V DC
Vmax 23V DC
Alarm Zone Voltage Vmin 19V DC
Vmax 23V DC
Alarm Resistance Rmin 100Ω
(Conventional Mode) Rmax 750Ω
Fuse Protection Per Zone 250mA PTC
End of Line Termination Standard Conventional Zones: EOLM-1 only
Intrinsically Safe Zones: 6K8 resistor

WARNING: YOU MUST USE THE CORRECT END OF LINE TERMINATION

Conventional Sounder Outputs

Number of sounder outputs 2 2 4

Maximum loading per output 250mA
Fuse protection per output 250mA PTC
End of Line Termination per output 6K8 resistor
Unmonitored Outputs

Fire Relay Type Volt-Free, Single Pole Double Throw

Rating 30V DC, 1A
Fuse 500 mA PTC
Fault Relay Type Volt-Free, Single Pole Double Throw
Rating 30V DC 1A
Fuse 500mA PTC
Interlink Relay Type Volt-Free, Single Pole Double Throw
Rating 30V DC, 1A
Fuse 500mA PTC
Auxiliary Output V 18.15V - 30.7V DC
Imax 50 mA
Fuse 50mA PTC
Intrinsically Safe Barrier A MTL5561 (Dual Channel, can take 2 zones per barrier)
B MTL7778AC (Single Channel)
Unmonitored Inputs

Class Change Type Open Circuit: Normal Panel Operation

Short Circuit: Activate all Sounders
Communication Ports

Repeater Port Type RS485

Nodes 3

Note: The use of this port is outside the scope of EN54 certification
Environmental

Operating Temperature °C -5°C to +40°C

Relative Humidity % 93% +/3% non-condensing
IP Rating IP30
Mechanical

Dimensions mm 375 (W) x 366 (H) x 134 (D)

Weight Kg 2.25
Material PC ABS Front and Rear

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Panel Specification (continued)

EFCV2ZONE EFCV4ZONE EFCV8ZONE

Cabling

Cable Access 29 x 20mm drill positions - Slots for rear cable entry
Cable Type Firetuf FT120 / FP200
Cable type 2 core 1.5mm, 2 screened fire rated cable
500m (max per zone)
Compliance

Compliance to Standards EN54 Part 2 CIE and Part 4 PSE, BS5839, part1

PSE Specification

EFCV2ZONE EFCV4ZONE EFCV8ZONE

Power Specification

Mains Voltage 230V AC -10% / +15%, 50Hz

Mains Fuse 1 Amp Anti-Surge
Battery Details

Number of Batteries 2
Capacity 12V, 5Ah
Recommended Battery Yucell Y5-12 (Yuasa NPH5-12)
Battery Fuse 6.3A Anti-Surge
Battery voltage (Charging value) 27.3V DC @20%
Recommended period for battery 5 years
replacement
* Batteries are not shipped with the EFCVXZONE-NB variants (NB: No batteries)
PSE Ratings

Output voltage 18.75-30.7V DC

Maximum ripple voltage 425mV rms (1.2Vp-p)
Imin 39mA
Imax.A 2.1A
Imax.B 2.6A
Ri max 1Ω
PSE Fault Options

Mains OK (J4 pin 4) >=3V Mains present, <=3V Mains fault

Fault_Charger (J4 pin 1) >=3V for 1s pulsed at 0.2Hz Charger OK
>=3V for 1s pulsed at 1Hz Charger fault
Steady high/low (no pulsing) PSE Micro fault
Fault_Battery (J4 pin 3) =0.17* (Vbat-0.6) Volts
0V (J4 pins 2 and 10) reference

EOLM-1 Specification

EFCV2ZONE EFCV4ZONE EFCV8ZONE

Power Specification

Operating Voltage 18.75-30.7V DC

Nominal Current 1.4mA

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Option Board Specification

EFCV2ZONE EFCV4ZONE EFCV8ZONE

Operating Voltage 18.75-30.7V DC

FRE Output Rating 24V, 50mA
Fuse 50mA PTC
EOLR 6.8KΩ
FPE Output Rating 24V, 50mA
Fuse 50mA PTC
EOLR 6.8KΩ
Number of Auxiliary Relays 2 4 8
Auxiliary Relays Type Volt-Free, Single Pole Double Throw
(Un-monitored)
Rating 30V DC, 50mA
Fuse 500mA PTC
Cable Specification

Recommended Cable size 1-1.5mm2, Cable type - Firetuf FT120 /FP200

Manufacturer Draka UK to Standard - suitable for all applications described in BS5839-1:2013, 6, 8 & 9 and BS5266-1

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Manufacturers Contact Details

Eaton Industries Manufacturing GMBH Technical Support Sales:
Electrical Sector EMEA Tel: +44 (0)1302 303 350 Tel: +44 (0)1302 303 303
Route de la Longeraie 7 [email protected] [email protected]
1110 Morges Eaton Electrical Systems Ltd.
Switzerland Wheatley Hall Road
Doncaster
South Yorkshire
DN2 4NB
http://www.cooperfire.com

Eaton Industries Manufacturing GMB, Electrical Sector EMEA, Eaton Industries Manufacturing GMB, Electrical Sector EMEA,
Route de la Longeraie 7, 1110 Morges, Switzerland Route de la Longeraie 7, 1110 Morges, Switzerland
15 15
DoP0224 DoP0224

EN54-2 EN54-4
EFCV2ZONE, EFCV4ZONE, EFCV8ZONE EFCV2ZONE, EFCV4ZONE, EFCV8ZONE
Intended for the use in fire detection and fire alarm systems in and Intended for the use in fire detection and fire alarm systems in and
around buildings around buildings

Essential Characteristics Performance Essential Characteristics Performance

Performance Under Fire Conditions Pass Performance Under Fire Conditions Pass
Response Delay (Response Time To Fire) Pass Response Delay (Response Time To Fire) Pass
Durability of Operational Reliability, Pass Durability of Operational Reliability, Pass
Temperature Resistance Temperature Resistance
Durability of Operational Reliability, Pass Durability of Operational Reliability, Pass
Vibration Resistance Vibration Resistance
Durability of Operational Reliability, Pass Durability of Operational Reliability, Pass
Electrical Stability Electrical Stability
Durability of Operational Reliability, Pass Durability of Operational Reliability, Pass
Humidity Resistance Humidity Resistance

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Eaton
EMEA Headquarters
Route de la Longeraie 7
1110 Morges, Switzerland
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