Ansul AutoPulse Z-28 User manual

SERVICE
MANUAL
AGENT RELEASE
CONTROL SYSTEM
ANSUL
28
P/N 579-483 Doc 431707
12/09/02 Rev: A

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Copyright 2002 Ansul. All Rights Reserved.
Printed in the United States of America.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. No part of this
document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means,
electronic or mechanical, for any purpose, without the express written consent of
Ansul.
SYSTEM REACCEPTANCE TEST AFTER SOFTWARE CHANGES - To
ensure proper system operation, this product must be tested in accordance with
NFPA72-1999, 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.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 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. Fire
Alarm Control Panel (FACP) operation and reliability depend upon proper
installation.
DO NOT INSTALL ANY ANSUL PRODUCT THAT APPEARS
DAMAGED. Upon unpacking your Ansul product, inspect the contents of the
carton for shipping damage. If damage is apparent, immediately file a claim
with the carrier and notify Ansul.
ELECTRICAL HAZARD - Disconnect electrical power when making any
internal adjustments or repairs. Servicing should be performed by qualified
Ansul Representatives.
RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY - 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 a Class A computing device
pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide
reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial
environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause
interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take
whatever measures may be required to correct the interference.
Copyright and Trademarks
Cautions and Warnings

The Z-28 is listed for the following.
UL 864 Listings for Type of System:
•UL 864 Power-Limited Fire Alarm Control Unit
•Local (formerly NFPA 72A)
Requires the sounding of an alarm via listed notification appliance(s)
•Auxiliary (formerly NFPA 72B)
Requires City Circuit Module, Part No. 430607
•Remote Station - protected premise (formerly NFPA 72C)
Requires City Circuit Module, Part No. 430607
• Suppression Releasing Service
Requires Suppression Kit, Part No. 430612
UL 864 Listings for Type of Service:
•Automatic, Manual, Waterflow, and Sprinkler Supervisory
Factory Mutual Approved
•Same as UL above
Local Approvals
•CSFM
•MEA
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Codes and Standards

The installer should be familiar with the relevant codes listed below as well as
any other applicable local codes and standards, when installing a fire alarm
system.
• NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code
• NFPA 11 Standard for Low-Expansion Foam and Combined Agent
Systems
• NFPA 11A Standard for Medium- and High-Expansion Foam Systems
• NFPA 12 Standard on Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems
• NFPA 12A Standard on Halon 1301 Fire Extinguishing Systems
• NFPA 13 Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems
• NFPA 14 Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems
• NFPA 15 Standard for Water Spray Fixed Systems for Fire Protection
• NFPA 16 Standard for the Installation of Deluge Foam-Water Sprinkler
and Foam-Water Spray Systems
• NFPA 16A Standard for the Installation of Closed-Head Foam-Water
Sprinkler Systems
• NFPA 17 Standard for Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems
• NFPA 17A Standard for Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems
• NFPA 25 Standard for Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of
Water-Based Fire Protection Systems
• NFPA 70 National Electrical Code
• NFPA 80 Standard for Fire Doors and Fire Windows
• NFPA 90A Standard for the Installation of Air Conditioning and
Ventilation Systems
• NFPA 90B Standard for the Installation of Warm Air Heating and Air
Conditioning Systems
• NFPA 92A Recommended Practice for Smoke-Control Systems
• NFPA 92B Guide for Smoke Management Systems in Malls, Atria, and
LargeAreas
• NFPA 101 Life Safety Code
• NFPA 170 Standard for Fire Safety Symbols
• NFPA 231C Standard for Rack Storage of Materials
• NFPA 1221 Standard on the Installation, Maintenance, and Use of Public
Fire Service Communication Systems
Codes and Standards
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Chapter 1. Power Up Flowcharts
Introduction .............................................................................................. 1-1
In this Chapter .......................................................................................... 1-1
Initial Power Up Flow Chart ........................................................................ 1-2
AC Power Flowchart .................................................................................... 1-4
Chapter 2. Interpreting Trouble Messages
Introduction .............................................................................................. 2-1
In this Chapter .......................................................................................... 2-1
NAC Troubles .............................................................................................. 2-2
Power Supply Troubles ................................................................................ 2-4
SLCnet Troubles........................................................................................... 2-8
RS-232/Modem Troubles ............................................................................2-11
24 Point I/O Troubles..................................................................................2-12
LCD Troubles..............................................................................................2-13
AUTOPULSE Z-28 Ext Troubles ...............................................................2-14
Digital Pseudo Point Troubles.....................................................................2-15
Chapter 3. Crash Codes
Introduction .............................................................................................. 3-1
In this Chapter .......................................................................................... 3-1
Summary of Crash Codes............................................................................. 3-2
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Appendix A. Power Supply Adjustment and
Troubleshooting
Introduction ..............................................................................................A-1
In this Appendix .......................................................................................A-1
Adjusting the AC Power Supply Brownout Potentiometer ..........................A-2
Overview ..................................................................................................A-2
Using a Variac to Adjust the Brownout Potentiometer ............................A-2
Checking AC Power Supply Transformer / Bridge Rectifier .......................A-3
Checking DC Voltage at H1 and H2 ........................................................A-3
Checking Connectors................................................................................A-3
Replacing the Line Voltage Transformer and Bridge Rectifier................A-5
Checking EPS Transformer / Bridge Rectifier .............................................A-6
Introduction ..............................................................................................A-6
Checking DC Voltage from EPS Bridge Rectifer ....................................A-6
Checking Connectors................................................................................A-7
Replacing the EPS Line Voltage Transformer and Bridge Rectifier ........A-8
Appendix B. Diagnostic Utilities, Basic Service
Procedures, and Known Solutions
Introduction ..............................................................................................B-1
In this Appendix .......................................................................................B-1
N2 Comm Diagnostics .................................................................................B-2
Procedure..................................................................................................B-2
SLCnet Diagnostics......................................................................................B-3
Procedure..................................................................................................B-3
Duplicate Devices.....................................................................................B-3
Weak Answer Devices..............................................................................B-3
SLCnet Earth Fault Search Diagnostics .......................................................B-4
Procedure..................................................................................................B-4
WALKtest ....................................................................................................B-5
Overview ..................................................................................................B-5
Using WALKtest......................................................................................B-5
Important Notes........................................................................................B-5
SIMtest .........................................................................................................B-6
Overview ..................................................................................................B-6
Using SIMtest...........................................................................................B-7
Basic Service Procedures .............................................................................B-8
Restoring the Z-28’s Default Programming .............................................B-8
Determining the BIN File Software Revision...........................................B-8
Disabling the Piezo on a Remote LCD Annunciator................................B-8
Clearing an Event Overflow Trouble .......................................................B-8
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