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PN: 51512:D
ECN 04-593
Fire Alarm Control Panel
MS-2 & MS-4
MS-2E & MS-4E
D
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#51512
10/18/04
Revision:

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  • Page 1 PN: 51512:D ECN 04-593 Fire Alarm Control Panel MS-2 & MS-4 MS-2E & MS-4E Document #51512 10/18/04 Revision:...
  • Page 2 While a fire alarm system may lower insurance Fire Alarm System Limitations rates, it is not a substitute for fire insurance! An automatic fire alarm system–typically made up of smoke Heat detectors do not sense particles of combustion and alarm detectors, heat detectors, manual pull stations, audible warn- only when heat on their sensors increases at a predetermined ing devices, and a fire alarm control with remote notification...

  • Page 3: Installation Precautions

    Installation Precautions Adherence to the following will aid in problem-free installation with long-term reliability: WARNING - Several different sources of power can be con- Like all solid state electronic devices, this system may nected to the fire alarm control panel. Disconnect all sources operate erratically or can be damaged when subjected to light- of power before servicing.
  • Page 4 Notes MS-2/MS-4 PN 51512:D 10/18/04...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents SECTION 1: Product Description ........................10 1.1: Product Features ............................10 1.2: Specifications ..............................12 1.3: Controls and Indicators ..........................13 1.4: Circuits ................................14 1.5: Components..............................14 1.6: Optional Modules and Accessories ......................15 SECTION 2: Installation ............................17 2.1: Backbox Mounting ............................17 2.2: Operating Power............................19 2.3: Input Circuits...............................20 2.4: Output Circuits ............................22 2.4.1: Notification Appliance Circuits ......................22...
  • Page 6 Table of Contents 4.1: Switch Functions in Normal Mode......................38 4.1.1: ACK - Acknowledge .........................38 4.1.2: Silence ...............................38 4.1.3: Zone Enable/Disable .........................38 4.1.4: Reset/(Lamp Test) ..........................38 4.1.5: Walktest .............................39 4.2: Walktest ...............................39 4.3: Status LEDs ..............................40 4.4: Operation ..............................41 4.4.1: Fire Alarm Response.........................42 4.4.2: Fire Alarm Restoral ...........................42 4.4.3: System Supervisory Condition Response ..................42 4.4.4: System Supervisory Restoral Response ....................42...
  • Page 7 It is imperative that the installer understand the requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and be familiar with the standards set forth by the following regulatory agencies: • Underwriters Laboratories Standards • NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code Before proceeding, the installer should be familiar with the following documents. NFPA Standards This Fire Alarm Control Panel complies with the following NFPA Standards: NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code for Local Fire Alarm Systems and Remote...
  • Page 8 MS-2(E) Main Circuit Board IDC (4.7 KΩ, ½ watt ELR) Zone 2 B- Zone 2 B+ Zone 1 B- Trouble Relay (fail-safe) Zone 1 B+ 2 amps @ 30 VAC NAC (4.7KΩ, ½ watt ELR) Common 2.5A max. Trouble (Normally Open) Normal (Normally Closed) Alarm Relay 24 VDC...
  • Page 9 MS-4(E) Main Circuit Board IDC (4.7 KΩ, ½ watt ELR) TB3 Zone 4 B- Zone 4 B+ Trouble Relay TB5 (fail-safe) Zone 3 B- 2A @ 30 VAC Zone 3 B+ Zone 2 B- Common Zone 2 B+ Trouble (Normally Open) Zone 1 B- Normal (Normally Closed) NAC (4.7KΩ, ½...

  • Page 10: Section 1: Product Description

    Product Description Product Features Product Description SECTION 1 The MS-2 is a two zone FACP (Fire Alarm Control Panel) and the MS-4 is a four zone FACP. The information in this manual refers to both the MS-2 and MS-4 unless otherwise specified.
  • Page 11 Product Features Product Description • Control Buttons ACK (Acknowledge) Alarm Silence Reset Walktest Zone Enable/Disable (one per zone) • LED Indicators Fire Alarm (one per zone) Supervisory (one per zone) Trouble (one per zone) Maintenance (one per zone) AC Power NAC Disable Zone Disable NAC Fault...

  • Page 12: Specifications

    Product Description Specifications 1.2 Specifications AC Power - TB8 MS-2/MS-4: 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.3 amps MS-2E/MS-4E: 240 VAC, 50 Hz, 1.15 amps Wire size: minimum #14 AWG (2.0 mm ) with 600V insulation Battery (sealed lead acid only) - J8 Maximum Charging Circuit - Normal Flat Charge: 27.6 VDC @ 0.8 amp Maximum Charger Capacity: 18 Amp Hour battery (two 7 Amp Hour batteries can be housed in the FACP cabinet.

  • Page 13: Controls And Indicators

    Controls and Indicators Product Description 1.3 Controls and Indicators Front Panel Membrane Buttons • Acknowledge • Alarm Silence • Reset • Walktest • Zone Enable/Disable - Zone 1 • Zone Enable/Disable - Zone 2 • Zone Enable/Disable - Zone 3 (MS-4 only) •...

  • Page 14: Circuits

    Product Description Circuits Local Piezo Sounder A piezo sounder provides separate and distinct sounds for alarm, trouble, maintenance and supervisory conditions as follows: • Alarm - on steady • Trouble - pulse 1 second on and 1 second off • Maintenance - pulse ½...

  • Page 15: Optional Modules And Accessories

    Optional Modules and Accessories Product Description 1.6 Optional Modules and Accessories CAC-4 Class A Converter Module (MS-4 only) The CAC-4 Module can be used to convert the Style B (Class B) Initiating Device Circuits to Style D (Class A) and Style Y (Class B) Notification Appliance Circuits to Style Z (Class A).
  • Page 16 Product Description Optional Modules and Accessories Battery Box The Fire•Lite BB-17F battery box may be used to house two batteries greater than 7 Amp Hour to a maximum of 18 Amp Hour. The battery box mounts directly below the control panel cabinet, centered to the main circuit board. The BB-17F is red and is provided with knockouts.

  • Page 17: Section 2: Installation

    Backbox Mounting Installation Installation SECTION 2 The cabinet can be surface mounted or semi-flush mounted using the optional Trim Ring P/N: TR-1-R. The door is removable during the installation period by opening and lifting if off the hinges. The cabinet mounts using two key slots at the top of the backbox and two additional 0.250”...
  • Page 18 Installation Backbox Mounting Depth = 2.875" (7.3 cm) Depth = 3.050“ Door = 14.677 “ (37.28 cm) (7.75 cm) Door = 15.342“ (38.97 cm) Bottom Depth = 4.75 (12.065 cm) Battery Box = 8.5“ (21.59 cm) Battery Box = 14.5“ (37.384 cm) Figure 2.2 Backbox and Battery Box When batteries larger than 7 Amp Hour, up to 18 Amp Hour, are being used, the...

  • Page 19: Operating Power

    Operating Power Installation 2.2 Operating Power WARNING: Several different sources of power can be connected to this panel. Disconnect all sources of power before servicing. The panel and associated equipment may be damaged by removing and/or inserting cards, modules or interconnecting cables while this unit is energized.

  • Page 20: Input Circuits

    Installation Input Circuits 2.3 Input Circuits The MS-2 has two IDCs (Initiating Device Circuits) and the MS-4 has four IDCs. Each circuit is compatible with System Sensor’s I smoke detectors which generate a maintenance signal when the detector becomes dirty and a separate supervisory ‘freeze’ signal when ambient temperature falls below the detector rating.
  • Page 21 Input Circuits Installation Combination Waterflow/Supervisory Zone A combination Waterflow/Supervisory circuit allows an FACP to distinguish between an Alarm switch (waterflow device) and a Supervisory switch (tamper) installed on the same circuit. The following figure illustrates the wiring of Zone 2 as a Style B (Class B) Waterflow/Supervisory circuit.

  • Page 22: Output Circuits

    Installation Output Circuits 2.4 Output Circuits 2.4.1 Notification Appliance Circuits The MS-2 provides one Style Y (Class B) NAC (Notification Appliance Circuit) while the MS-4 provides two Style Y (Class B) NACs. Each circuit is capable of providing a maximum of 2.5 amps of current. Total current drawn from these as well as other DC power outputs cannot exceed 3.0 amps for the MS-2 or 6.0 amps for the MS-4 with the optional second transformer installed (refer to battery calculations section).

  • Page 23: 2: Dc Power Output Connections

    Output Circuits Installation 2.4.2 DC Power Output Connections Resettable 24 VDC power is available on both the MS-2 and MS-4 control panels. Nonresettable 24 VDC power is available only on the MS-4. 4-Wire Smoke Detector Power (500 mA) Nonresettable Power (500 mA) - MS-4 Only 24 VDC filtered, resettable power for 4-wire smoke detectors 24 VDC filtered, nonresettable power can be can be obtained from these terminals (power-limited)

  • Page 24: Power-Limited Wiring Requirements

    Installation Power-limited Wiring Requirements 2.5 Power-limited Wiring Requirements Power-limited and nonpower-limited circuit wiring must remain separated in the cabinet. All power-limited circuit wiring must remain at least 0.25” (6.35 mm) away from any nonpower-limited circuit wiring. Furthermore, all power-limited and nonpower-limited circuit wiring must enter and exit the cabinet through different knockouts and/or conduits.

  • Page 25: Installation Of Optional Modules

    Installation of Optional Modules Installation 2.6 Installation of Optional Modules CAUTION: Remove all power (AC and DC) before installing or removing modules or wiring. 2.6.1 CAC-4 Class A Converter Module (MS-4 only) 2.6.1.1 Installation The CAC-4 Module can be used to convert the four Style B (Class B) Initiating Device Circuits to Style D (Class A) and the two Style Y (Class B) Notification Appliance Circuits to Style Z (Class A).

  • Page 26: Wiring Nacs And Idcs For Class A

    Installation Installation of Optional Modules 2.6.1.2 Wiring NACs and IDCs for Class A Wire the Style Z (Class A) Notification Appliance Circuits using TB2 of the MS-4 and TB1 of the CAC-4 module. Wire the Style D (Class A) Initiating Device Circuits using TB3 of the MS-4 and TB1 of the CAC-4.

  • Page 27: 2: 4Xtmf, 4Xlmf And 4Xzmf Option Modules

    Installation of Optional Modules Installation 2.6.2 4XTMF, 4XLMF and 4XZMF Option Modules MS-4: The 4XLMF LED Interface Module can only be plugged into connectors J3 and J5 on the MS-4 main circuit board. The 4XTMF and 4XZMF modules can be plugged into connectors J3 and J5 or J4 and J6 on the MS-4 main circuit board.

  • Page 28: 4Xtmf Transmitter Module Installation

    Installation Installation of Optional Modules 2.6.2.1 4XTMF Transmitter Module Installation The 4XTMF provides a supervised output for a local energy municipal box transmitter in addition to alarm and trouble reverse polarity. A jumper option allows the reverse polarity circuit to open with a system trouble condition if no alarm condition exists. A disable switch allows disabling of the transmitter output during testing to prevent accidental calling of the monitoring service.

  • Page 29: 4Xzmf Zone Relay Module (Ms-4 Only)

    Installation of Optional Modules Installation 2.6.2.2 4XZMF Zone Relay Module (MS-4 only) The 4XZMF provides four zone alarm, one system alarm and one system trouble Form-C relays. Nonpower-limited and power-limited wiring must have a minimum distance of 0.25”, wire to wire. If this module is used to drive nonpower-limited and power-limited circuits, follow the instructions below: Relay #1 through #4 will activate with Output #1 through #4 and remain latched unless ‘LATCH’...

  • Page 30: 4Xlmf Led Interface Module (Ms-4 Only)

    Installation Installation of Optional Modules 2.6.2.3 4XLMF LED Interface Module (MS-4 only) The 4XLMF supports the RZA-4XF Remote Annunciator module. The wiring of this module must follow the requirements as specified in "Power-limited Wiring Requirements" on page 24. Important: The 4XLMF module can only be installed on connectors J3 and J5 of the MS-4 main circuit board.

  • Page 31: Section 3: Program Options Via Dip Switch

    Installation of Optional Modules Program Options via DIP Switch Program Options via DIP Switch SECTION 3 This section describes the programming options available via DIP switch settings. The FACP can be field programmed using option DIP switches SW1, SW2 and SW3 which are located in the bottom right side of the main circuit board.

  • Page 32: Dip Switch Settings

    Program Options via DIP Switch DIP Switch Settings 3.1 DIP Switch Settings The following tables list the programmable features for the MS-2 and MS-4. Placing a DIP switch in the ON position will select the feature while placing the DIP switch in the OFF position will deselect the feature.
  • Page 33 DIP Switch Settings Program Options via DIP Switch Table 3.2 MS-4 DIP Switch Settings Switch Number DIP Switch Number DIP Switch ON Silence Inhibit Auto-silence Temporal Coding Selective Silence (if sync. enabled) Trouble Reminder AC Trouble Delay Autoresettable Supervisory IDC Combination Waterflow/ Supervisory Circuit IDC1 Verification IDC1 Supervisory...

  • Page 34: 1: Sw1 Dip Switch Settings

    Program Options via DIP Switch DIP Switch Settings 3.1.1 SW1 DIP Switch Settings 3.1.1.1 Silence Inhibit Switch 1, placed in the ON position, selects the Silence Inhibit feature. This feature prevents the silencing or resetting of the NACs (Notification Appliance Circuits) for a period of one minute after initiation of an alarm.

  • Page 35: 2: Sw2 Dip Switch Settings

    DIP Switch Settings Program Options via DIP Switch 3.1.2 SW2 DIP Switch Settings 3.1.2.1 IDC1 Verification (MS-4 only) Switch 1 only on the MS-4, placed in the ON position, selects the Verification feature for IDC (Initiating Device Circuit) #1. When Verification is selected the following events will occur when a smoke detector activates: 1.

  • Page 36: Idc2 Verification For Ms-2 Or Idc3 Verification For Ms-4

    Program Options via DIP Switch DIP Switch Settings 3.1.2.5 IDC2 Verification for MS-2 or IDC3 Verification for MS-4 Switch 5, placed in the ON position, selects the Verification feature for IDC #2 on the MS-2 or IDC #3 on the MS-4. The factory default setting is switch 5 OFF for no Verification.

  • Page 37: Strobe Synchronization

    DIP Switch Settings Program Options via DIP Switch 3.1.3.5 Strobe Synchronization Switches 5 and 6 are used to program the Synchronization feature. This feature controls the activation of notification appliances in such a way that all devices will turn on and off at exactly the same time, This is particularly critical when activating strobes which must be synchronized to avoid random activation and a potential hazard or confusion.

  • Page 38: Section 4: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Switch Functions in Normal Mode Operating Instructions SECTION 4 The MS-2 and MS-4 have two modes of operation which are Normal and Walktest modes. Upon initial power-up, the system will be in Normal Mode. This section discusses operation of the control panel in the Normal Mode. 4.1 Switch Functions in Normal Mode 4.1.1 ACK - Acknowledge The Acknowledge button, which is located on the FACP membrane switch panel,...

  • Page 39: 5: Walktest

    Walktest Operating Instructions 4.1.5 Walktest The Walktest button, which is located on the FACP membrane switch panel, allows a panel walktest to be performed. Pressing and holding the Walktest button for a minimum of two seconds causes the FACP to enter audible walktest. Pressing the Walktest button and then the Silence button and holding both for a minimum of two seconds will cause the panel to enter silent walktest.

  • Page 40: Status Leds

    Operating Instructions Status LEDs Silent Walktest To perform a silent Walktest, press the Walktest button, then press the Alarm Silence button and hold both for a minimum of two seconds. The Trouble, Walktest and Alarm Silence LEDs will blink at a ¼ second rate. A silent walktest will not activate the control panel Notification Appliance Circuits.

  • Page 41: Operation

    Operation Operating Instructions Zone Supervisory LED A yellow LED for each zone that blinks if the zone has been programmed for supervisory and a supervisory condition exists on the corresponding zone. It turns on steady when the Acknowledge or Alarm Silence button is pressed. Note that an I smoke detector freeze condition is displayed as a supervisory condition.

  • Page 42: 1: Fire Alarm Response

    Operating Instructions Operation 4.4.1 Fire Alarm Response The control panel will, upon detection of an alarm condition, cause the following: • Latch the alarm condition - requires panel reset to clear alarm condition • Blink the Zone Alarm LED one second On and one second Off •...

  • Page 43: 5: Trouble Condition Response

    Operation Operating Instructions 4.4.5 Trouble Condition Response The control panel, upon detection of one or more trouble conditions, well perform the following: • Blink the FACP System Trouble LED one second On and one second Off • Blink the FACP Zone Trouble LED one second On and one second Off •...

  • Page 44: Section 5: Power Supply Calculations

    Power Supply Calculations Overview Power Supply Calculations SECTION 5 Overview This section contains instructions and tables for calculating power supply currents in alarm and standby conditions. This is a four-step process, consisting of the following: 1. Calculating the total amount of AC branch circuit current required to operate the system 2.

  • Page 45: Calculating The System Current Draw

    Use Table 5-3 on page 46 to calculate current draws as follows: 1. Enter the quantity of devices in all three columns 2. Enter the current draw where required. Refer to the Fire-Lite Device Compati- bility Document for compatible devices and their current draw 3.
  • Page 46 Power Supply Calculations Calculating the System Current Draw Table 5-3 contains three columns for calculating current draws. For each column, calculate the current and enter the total (in amperes) in the bottom row. When finished, copy the totals from Calculation Column 2 and Calculation Column 3 to Table 5-4 on page 47.

  • Page 47: Calculating The Battery Size

    Calculating the Battery Size Power Supply Calculations Calculating the Battery Size Use Table 5-4 to calculate the total Standby and Alarm load in ampere hours (AH). This total load determines the battery size (in AH), required to support the control panel under the loss of AC power.
  • Page 48 Notes MS-2/MS-4 PN 51512:D 10/18/04...
  • Page 49 Index Numerics Battery Fault LED 41 411 16 BB-17F 18 411UD 16 see also battery box 16 4XLMF buttons 13 installation 27, 30 see also control buttons 11 see also LED Interface Module 15 see also LED interface module 30 cabinet specifications 30 dimensions 17, 18...
  • Page 50 Index enable see also zone enable/disable 11 Lamp Test 38 End-of-Line resistor LED 11, 13 IDC 12, 20, 21 AC Power 11, 13, 40 NAC 12, 22 Alarm Silence 11, 13 alarm silence 40 fail-safe Battery Fault 11, 13 trouble relay 23 battery fault 41 fail-safe relay Charger 11, 13...
  • Page 51 Index disable 36 current 23 End-of-Line resistor 12, 22 maximum current 12 maximum current 12 reverse polarity circuit nonsilenceable 36 see also 4XTMF 15 see also Notification Appliance Circuit 8 RZA-4XF wiring 22 see also Remote Annunciator 15 NAC Disable LED 40 see also remote annunciator 30 NAC Fault LED 40 wiring to RXLMF 30...
  • Page 52 Index trouble response 43 trouble restoral 43 wiring requirements 24 verification alarm timing graph 35 see also alarm verification 35 Walktest 11, 13 Walktest LED 40 Walktest Mode 38 Walktest mode 39 audible 39 exiting 40 silent 40 waterflow/tamper circuit 34 Wheelock synchronization 37 wiring CAC-4 26...
  • Page 53 Notes MS-2/MS-4 PN 51512:D 10/18/04...
  • Page 54 Notes MS-2/MS-4 PN 51512:D 10/18/04...

  • Page 55: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty The manufacturer warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for eighteen (18) months from the date of manufacture, under normal use and service. Products are date-stamped at time of manufacture. The sole and exclusive obligation of the manufacturer is to repair or replace, at its option, free of charge for parts and labor, any part which is defective in materials or workmanship under normal use and service.
  • Page 56 World Headquarters One Fire-Lite Place, Northford, CT 06472-1653 USA 203-484-7161 • Fax 203-484-7118 www.firelite.com...

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