M+48

INSTALLATION MANUAL
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PREMIER M 48 OVERVIEW.
The Premier M plus 48 is the latest large size conventional panel from Zeta
Alarm Systems. Its Features include: -

• Designed to EN54 Parts 2 & 4.

• It is available in sizes from 24 to 48 zones in 4 zone increments.

• Automatically uses diode bases for line continuity.

• Four common sounder circuits (400mA Each).

• Serial Repeater Output.

• Fire & Fault Relays (SELV).

• F.A.R.E. Output (which can be disabled).

• Auxiliary supply (29 Volts, 250 mA).

• Zone & Sounder Disablement facility.

• One man test mode.

• Sounder delay facility.

• 3 amp power supply.

• Is a low cost alternative to the existing Premier L panel .

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CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION…….…………………………………………………………… 4
1.1 HANDLING THE PCBS
1.2 USING THIS MANUAL
1.3 ABOUT THE PREMIER M PLUS 48 FACP & INTEGRAL PSE
1.4 DESIGNING THE SYSTEM
1.5 EQUIPMENT GUARANTEE

2. FIRST FIX GUIDELINES…………………………………………………………. 5

2.1 RECOMMENDED CABLE TYPES AND THEIR LIMITATIONS
2.2 MAINS WIRING RECOMMENDATIONS
2.3 DETECTOR CIRCUIT WIRING DIAGRAM
2.4 SOUNDER CIRCUIT WIRING DIAGRAM
2.5 AUXILIARY OUTPUT WIRING

3. MOUNTING THE FIRE ALARM PANEL…………………………………..…. 8

3.1 PLANNING CABLE ENTRY
3.2 FIXING THE BACKBOX TO THE WALL

4. CONNECTING MAINS & BATTERY POWER………………………………. 9

4.1 CONNECTING MAINS POWER
4.2 CONNECTING THE BATTERIES

5. FIELD DEVICE TERMINATION…..……………………………………………………. 10

5.1 TERMINATING THE DETECTION AND ALARM (SOUNDER) CIRCUITS
5.2 AUXILIARY INPUT AND OUTPUT TERMINATIONS

6. CONFIGURING THE PANEL……………………………………….…………..…. 11

6.1 SOUNDER ACTIVATION DELAY
6.2.1 DECIDING TO SET A DELAY
6.2.2 TO SET A DELAY
6.2.3 DELAY INDICATION AND OVERRIDE
6.2 USING SOUNDER DELAY TO COMMON TIMER

7. ZONE DISABLEMENT…………………………………………………………. 13
7.1 WHY USE ZONE DISABLEMENT
7.2 TO PROGRAM A ZONE (OR SOUNDERS) AS DISABLED

8. ZONE TEST………………………………………………………………………. 14
8.1 WHY USE ZONE TEST
8.2 TO PROGRAM ZONE IN TEST

9. GENERAL FAULT FINDING...…………………………………………………. 15

9.1 ZONE FAULTS
9.2 SYSTEM FAULT
9.3 SUPPLY FAULTS
9.4 EARTH FAULTS
9.5 SOUNDER FAULTS
9.6 REPEATER FAULTS
9.7 F.A.R.E. FAULTS

10. STANDBY BATTERY CALCULATION GUIDE………………………..……. 17

11. PCB TERMINATION CONNECTIONS……….………………………………. 18

11.1 CONNECTIONS
11.2 FUSES

12. CONTROL PANEL ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS..……………………. 19

12.1 ENCLOSURE SPECIFICATIONS
12.2 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
1.INTRODUCTION
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THIS FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANEL IS CLASS 1 EQUIPMENT

AND MUST BE EARTHED
This equipment must be installed and maintained by a qualified and technically experienced person.
1.1 HANDLING THE PCBS
If the PCBs are to be removed to ease fitting the enclosure and cables, care must be taken to
avoid damage by static.
The best method is to wear an earth strap, but touching any earth point (e.g. building plumbing) will
help to discharge any static. Hold PCBs by their sides, avoiding contact with any components.
Always handle PCBs by their sides and avoid touching the legs of any components. Keep the PCBs
away from damp dirty areas, e.g. in a small cardboard box.

1.2 USING THIS MANUAL

This manual explains, in a step-by-step manner, the procedure for the installation of the Premier M
48 Range of Fire Alarm Control Panels. For full operational and maintenance information, please
refer to document GLT.MAN-121 (USER MANUAL, MAINTENANCE GUIDE & LOG BOOK). It also
contains a System set-up table, and Design, Installation and Commissioning Certificates, that must
be completed by the appropriate engineers prior to system handover.
Unlike the User Manual, this Installation Manual must not be left accessible to the User.
1.3 ABOUT THE PREMIER M 48 ALARM CONTROL PANEL & INTEGRAL PSE

• The PREMIER M PLUS Fire alarm control panel is • It has a maximum battery capacity of 7 Ah.
available in 24 & 48 Zone sizes. • It has an in built capability of operating with Diode
• It has 4 common sounder output circuits each bases (for line continuity on head removal).
capable of supplying 400mA. • It will operate in ambient temperatures of –5 to
o
• It has a 250mA auxiliary 30V output 40 C
• It has a set of fire relay contacts (voltage free) rated • It will operate in a relative humidity of up to 93%
at 1A SELV. (non condensing)
• It has a set of fault relay contacts (voltage free) • It will withstand vibrations between 5 & 150 Hz
rated at 1A SELV. (normally energised) • It has a maximum capacity of 32 devices per zone
• It has the ability to disable any zone, or the (But for locating potential future problems or
common sounder circuits. events, we would usually recommend a practical
• It has a one man test mode, which resets the zone maximum of 20 devices per zone)
in test after 4 seconds.(EN54 option with • The PSE is linear, with a 3.0A output at system
requirements) voltage (18-32V)
• It has a sounder delay facility (0-9 minutes in 1 • The charger & battery are both fused at 3.15A (TD)
minute steps). (EN54 option with requirements) • The PSE will draw a maximum of 25uA from the
battery in the event of mains failure. (The FACP
will continue to take around 150mA)
• The FACP & PSE should be maintained as
described in section 3 of the User Manual,
Maintenance Guide & Log Book.

1.4 DESIGNING THE SYSTEM

This manual is not designed to teach Fire Alarm System design. It is assumed that the installer has
an understanding of Fire Alarm System components and their use.
We strongly recommend consultation with a suitably qualified, competent person regarding the
design of the Fire Alarm System. The System must be commissioned and serviced in accordance
with our instructions and the relevant National Standards. Contact the Fire Officer concerned with
the property at an early stage in case he has any special requirements.
If in doubt, read BS 5839: Pt 1: 2002 “Fire Detection and Alarm Systems for buildings (Code of
Practice for System Design, Installation and Servicing)” available from the BSI, or at your local
reference library.
1.5 EQUIPMENT GUARANTEE
If this equipment is not fitted and commissioned according to our guidelines, and the relevant
National Standards, by an approved and competent person or organisation, the warrantee may
become void.

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2. FIRST FIX
All wiring must be installed to meet BS5839: Pt1: 2002 and BS 7671 (Wiring Regs) standards.
Other National standards of fire alarm system installation should be adhered to where
applicable.
2.1 RECOMMENDED CABLE TYPES AND THEIR LIMITATIONS
Screened cables should be used throughout the installation to help shield the Panel from outside
interference and ensure EMC compatibility.
The two categories of cable according to BS5839: Pt1: 2002, Clause 26 “Fire Detection and Alarm
Systems for Buildings (Code of Practice for System Design, Installation and Servicing)” are:
Standard fire resisting cable – to PH30 classification of EN 50200
Enhanced fire resisting cable – to PH120 classification of EN 50200
(Note that all cables should be at least 1mm2 cross section
On the Premier M Plus 48 Panel the general recommendation would be to use standard fire resistant
cable, such as Firetuff™,GLT Exports Fire Defence Cable , FP200 or an equivalent. These cables are
screened, and will provide good ECM shielding when properly grounded at the panel. Certain system
specifications may demand the use of a particular type of cable and due regard should be paid to this
fact.
Depending on the environment, the cables may need mechanical protection (such as a conduit).

2.2 MAINS WIRING RECOMMENDATIONS

The Mains supply to the FACP is fixed wiring, using Fire resisting 3-core cable (Between 1 mm² and
2.5mm²) or a suitable 3-conductor system, fed from an isolating double pole switch fused spur, fused
at 5A. IT SHOULD NOT BE CONNECTED THROUGH AN RCD. This should be secure from
unauthorised operation and be marked ‘FIRE ALARM: DO NOT SWITCH OFF’. The supply must be
exclusive to the Fire Panel. MAKE SURE ANY SPARE ENTRY HOLES ARE COVERED WITH THE
GROMMETS PROVIDED
For information on how to connect Mains to the Panel’s Power Supply PCB, see page 8.
Also refer to rating information on the mains cover inside the FACP.

2.3 DETECTOR CIRCUIT WIRING DIAGRAM

The Premier M 48 comes with 24, 28, 32, 36, 40, 44 or 48 Detection circuits (Zones). A maximum of
32 devices (i.e. smoke detectors, heat detectors, or Manual Call Points) can be fitted to each circuit.
ALL DEVICES MUST BE POLARISED.

Typical detector circuit wiring (Fyreye Detectors)

ZONE -
Arrow
- points
ZONE + - to -ve
-- -- - -
-R -R -R -R
L2 L2 L2
++
L2 L2

++
- side
-
EARTH

EARTH

EARTH

EARTH

L1 OUT
CALL CALL -
Diode POINT POINT END of
IN L1 O IN L1O IN L1O IN L1 O
L1 L1 L1 L1
L1 IN
UT UT UT UT

Base LINE
CAPACITOR
Do not spur devices because they will not be monitored 100uF, 25-100V
or
ZONE -

ZONE +
++ -- ++ --
-R L2 -R L2 -R L2 -R L2
- END of
-
- LINE
EARTH

EARTH

EARTH

EARTH

CALL CALL - CAPACITOR

POINT POINT
L1 O L1 O L1 O L1 O

100uF, 25-100V
L1 IN UT L1 IN UT L1 IN UT L1 IN UT

If ALL the call points are connected to the start of the zone, then
conventional bases can be used instead of diode bases.
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An End of Line capacitor (provided in the Panel) must be connected across the terminals of the last
device on each circuit to allow the wiring to be monitored. It is polarity sensitive, and connected with
the “–“ arrows pointing to zone -ve
Using detector bases with continuity diodes fitted will allow all devices, including Manual Call Points
to remain operational if a detector is removed from its base.
ZONE+
Old Manual call points, which just cause a short circuit, CONNECTOR 470R
are not directly compatible, as they would cause a BLOCK
RESISTOR
(1 WATT MIN)
short circuit fault. Fitting a 470R resistor in line with the ZONE- OLD TYPE
CALL
call point will allow it to work. POINT
++ --
(Note: if this is the last device, the end of line (+ve) will TO NEXT DEVICE,
connect to the connector block, NOT the call point) OR END OF LINE.

Other makes of detector will have different connections, but in general they are wired in one of 2
ways:
SPLIT NEGATIVE
+IN & + OUT to same terminal, - IN to stripe side of continuity diode, -OUT to non-stripe side of
continuity diode.
Or
SPLIT POSITIVE
+IN to non-stripe side of continuity diode, + OUT to stripe side of continuity diode, - IN & -OUT to
same terminal.
Some makes of detector will connect the +ve to a 470R load resistor, or a polarisation diode, to
enable the detector to work correctly with European Fire Alarm Panels.
For more specific device wiring information, please refer to the device manufacturers’ own
instructions.
The termination of each detection circuit must be as indicated on the main PCB (See page 15). The
Earthing of the cable screens should be as shown on page 9.
2.4 SOUNDER CIRCUIT WIRING DIAGRAM
SND+

SND-
SOUNDER SOUNDER SOUNDER SOUNDER
10K
++ -- ++ -- ++ -- ++ -- End of
Line Resistor

Note: If non-polarised alarm devices (eg some types of old mechanical bell, or a relay) are used, then
a diode will have to be placed in line with the device to enable fault monitoring. They may also need a
back EMF protection diode. (symptoms: Chattering sounder relays that don’t turn off).
SND+
CONNECTOR
BLOCK
POLARISING
DIODE
SND-
BELL BELL BELL RELAY
NC
10K
-- -- -- End of
CM

++ ++ ++ NO

Line Resistor

BACK EMF
DIODE

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2.5 AUXILIARY OUTPUT WIRING

2.5.1 Auxiliary Fire Output (AUX):

Voltage free changeover contacts. Changes over in any fire condition, and is used for driving local
fire fighting equipment such as sprinkler systems, magnetic door holders, air conditioning shut off,
etc.
AUTO-
Trigger I/P DIALER The fire relay can be used to connect
to various devices which are activated
on a fire alarm. E.g. Auto dialer,
magnetic door release (24V), sprinkler
system etc.
NO CM NC
FIRE RELAY

2.5.2 Fault Output (FAULT):

Voltage free changeover contacts. This Output is energised in the quiescent condition. In a fault
condition, the output relay turns off, to ensure failsafe operation even in the event of total power loss.
That is, the normally open contact will be closed when there is no fault, and open when there is a
fault. This should be taken into account when any device is connected to the fault relay.

FAULT
Trigger I/P INDICATION
DEVICE The fault relay is used to
connect to a remote
NOTE: THE NC CONTACT indication device
IS OPEN WHEN THERE IS
NO FAULT.
NO CM NC
FAULT RELAY

or
OUTSTATION Here the relays are used to
TO ADDRESSABLE communicate with a larger
FIRE
FIRE ALARM PANEL addressable fire alarm system. An
INPUT example use of this might be a
FAULT LOOP+
LOOP -
warehouse, which uses several
INPUT flame detectors, and needs to be
part of a larger system.
NO CM NC NO CM NC
FIRE RELAY FAULT RELAY

2.5.3 Fire Alarm Routing Equipment Output (F.A.R.E.):

Monitored 24V (nominal) output. This is a 24V, 100mA output that activates in any fire condition, and
is used for driving local fire fighting equipment such as sprinkler systems, magnetic door holders, air
conditioning shut off, etc. It is active until the panel is reset. It can be disabled through the
zone/sounder disablement function, which may be useful during maintenance tests if the panel is
connected to a central station via an autodialler.

2.5.4 Serial Repeater Output:

The Premier M 48 has an optional serial repeater. It is connected to the main panel by 4 cores (2 for
power, 2 for RS485 Data). The Repeater is fully functional and can silence and reset the panel.

The termination for the above inputs must be as indicated on the main PCB (See page 15). The
earthing of the cable screens should be as shown on page 9.

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3. MOUNTING THE FIRE ALARM PANEL

It is recommended that the panels door be removed to avoid accidental damage. Also, the
termination PCB could be removed and stored in a safe place, while fixing the back box to the wall.

3.1 PLANNING CABLE ENTRY

Fig.2 below shows the location of the cable entries to facilitate planning of wiring (home runs) to be
brought to the panel.

The grommets can be easily removed by a push from inside the control panel box.

If a grommet is removed, fill the hole with a brass cable gland. If any knockout is removed, but
subsequently not used, it should be covered up.

The 230Va.c. Mains cable must be fed into the enclosure via one of the cable entries at the top right
corner of the back box. (Refer to “Connecting the Mains” on Page 8).

3.2 FIXING THE BACK BOX TO THE WALL

Figure 2: Plan view inside the enclosure without PCBs. Side view for surface / flush installation.

A TOTAL OF FORTY CABLE ENTRIES

O
530mm
680mm

406mm
O o

480mm 135mm

Fix the enclosure to the wall using the three mounting holes provided.

Check the build & condition of the wall to decide a suitable screw fixing.

The mounting holes are designed for No 8 roundhead or countersunk woodscrews (or similar).

Remove any debris from the enclosure.

Take care not to damage the FACP during installation.

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4 CONNECTING MAINS & BATTERY POWER

4.1 CONNECTING THE MAINS POWER The panel should be connected to 220-240V AC by
INLET MAINS a 5A rated spur to the fuse box with 1mm2 to 2.5mm2
3-core cable. Nothing else should be connected to
SUPPLY this supply. This cable should be fire resistant.
The Live, Earth and Neutral connections are marked
by the Connection Block. The Mains is protected by
a quick blow 20mm 3.15A HBC fuse. (Also known as
HRC)
The incoming mains cable should be kept separate
from the zone cables to help minimise mains
interference.
MAKE SURE ANY SPARE ENTRY HOLES ARE
COVERED WITH THE RUBBER GROMMETS
PROVIDED
It is advisable to apply power to the panel before
connecting any devices, to check for correct
operation, and to familiarise yourself with the fire
alarm panels controls.

figure 3; Power Supply PCB layout and Mains connection details.

4.2 CONNECTING THE BATTERIES

Although there are many sizes of suitable

battery, the sizes we usually recommend are
12V 7Ah. The enclosure has been designed to
hold this size battery.

To calculate the exact requirement, use the

equation in section 10, but as a rough guide:-
FS

FS

FS

ZONES ZONES ZONES Panel = 4.66Ah

1 TO 8 9 TO 16 17 TO 24
BUILT IN BUILT IN BUILT IN 50 Detectors = 0.1 Ah

5 Bells = 0.1Ah

ZONES ZONES ZONES BATTERY CONNECTIONS

25 TO 32 33 TO 40 41 TO 48
BY ADD ON BY ADD ON BY ADD ON The two batteries are wired in series.
CARD CARD CARD
FS

FS

FS

The +ve of one battery is connected to the red

battery lead.
The –ve of the other battery is connected to
LINK WIRE the black battery lead.
SEALED LEAD ACID BATTERY SEALED LEAD ACID BATTERY The –ve of the first battery is connected to the
+ve of the second battery using the link wire
12V/7Ah 12v/7Ah
supplied.

4: Battery location and connection details

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5. FIELD DEVICE TERMINATION

5.1 TERMINATING THE DETECTION AND ALARM (SOUNDER) CIRCUITS.
All cables entering the enclosure should have brass cable glands, which will ensure a good ground to
the EMC enclosure coating. The Detector and Sounder circuits should be connected to the
appropriate connector block on the Termination PCB as shown in Figure 6 below.
(For detailed detector and alarm circuit wiring diagrams, please refer to pages 4 and 5.

BRASS GLANDS

MAKE SURE ANY SPARE

ENTRY HOLES ARE
COVERED WITH THE
RUBBER GROMMETS
PROVIDED
FS

FS

FS

ZONES ZONES ZONES

1 TO 8 9 TO 16 17 TO 24
BUILT IN BUILT IN BUILT IN

ZONES ZONES ZONES

25 TO 32 33 TO 40 41 TO 48
BY ADD ON BY ADD ON BY ADD ON
CARD CARD CARD
FS

FS

FS

Figure 6: Detector and Sounder Circuit Connection

5.2 AUXILIARY INPUT AND OUTPUT TERMINATIONS

Connect auxiliary input and output cables to the appropriate connector block terminals on the
Termination PCB (See Page 15). Screened cables should be terminated as per figure 6.

For a full description of the inputs and outputs available on the Premier M 48 range of Fire Panels,
including typical wiring diagrams please refer to pages 5 & 6

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6. CONFIGURING THE PANEL

6.1 SOUNDER ACTIVATION DELAY

6.2.1 DECIDING TO USE A DELAY
A delay of up to nine minutes from the Fire Alarm Panel being triggered, to its Alarm sounder outputs
being activated, can be programmed into the panel by the Engineer. This is a particularly useful
feature for schools, nightclubs and other public places where the nuisance and panic caused by a
false alarm must be avoided. It should be noted that the delay period will apply to ALL zones.
When an Alarm occurs on any zone, it is processed as normal. However, the activation of the
sounders is postponed until the delay period has expired, thus allowing the cause of the Alarm to be
investigated by the User. If the alarm is false the alarm can be cancelled.

6.2.2 TO SET A DELAY

Open the panel door and set the SND DELAY rotary switch 1 (SW1) using a terminal screwdriver to
the delay required.

SW2 Setting External sounder

delay in minutes
0 No delay
1 1 minute
2 2 minutes
3 3 minutes
4 4 minutes
5 5 minutes
6 6 minutes
7 7 minutes
8 8 minutes
9 9 minutes

EG. The above example would have a delay of 1 minute.

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6.2.3 DELAY INDICATION AND OVERRIDE

If a delay is set, the fire panel will light the General Disablement LED and Sounder Delay LED to
indicate that the sounders are delayed. If an alarm occurs, the fire LEDs will light as usual, but the
sounders will not start until the delay period has expired. After the delay period, the Gen Disablement
and Delay LEDs will extinguish & the sounders will start.
Pressing the OVERRIDE SOUNDER DELAY switch will override the delay at any time and results in
the sounders being turned on immediately.
If on investigation, the panel was activated by a false alarm, turn the keyswitch to Controls Enabled,
and press the reset button. This will return the system to normal, without the sounders being
activated. (Assuming the cause of the false alarm has been removed).
The delay can be removed by returning the rotary switch SW1 to position 0

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7. ZONE DISABLEMENT
7.1 WHY USE ZONE DISABLEMENT
To aid commissioning and assist routine maintenance checks, any of the zones or the sounder
circuits can be disabled.
When a zone (or sounder circuit) is disabled, the panel will not respond to any fault or fire signals it
receives from that zone. This might be used if the system requires routine maintenance, and the
customer needs the system to continue running, but doesn’t want spurious false alarms.
The panel will respond in the usual manner to any events in any non-disabled zones.

7.2 TO PROGRAMME ZONE (OR SOUNDERS) AS DISABLED

Any number of zones (or the sounders) can be disabled, but it is good practice to only disable one
zone at a time.
1. Insert and turn control key to enabled position;
2. Press Function button and the GENERAL DISABLEMENT LED will come on (flashing fast);
3. Press Scroll switch and the GENERAL DISABLEMENT LED will flash with a 3 quick flashes
then off pattern. Zone 1 fault and zone 1 Test/Disablement LEDs will also flash with the same
pattern. The panel is now in SELECT DISABLEMENT MODE.
4. Press select to disable Zone 1, or scroll to the item to disable. The panel will scroll through
zones 24-48 then zone sounder 24-48, then common sounders, then F.A.R.E. Continue to
press scroll until the desired Zone or sounder is flashing.

5. When an item has been disabled, the DISABLEMENT LED will be lit. The item that has been
disabled will now flash 3 quick flashes then on. (This means that it has been disabled, but is
still the focus of the disablement select mode.) If scroll is pressed once more, the disabled
part`s LED will now be lit steady, and the next item will flash 3 quick flashes then off.

6. If more than one zone needs to be disabled, then press scroll again until the required zone is
selected.
7. If the panel needs to be taken out of SELECT DISABLEMENT MODE (e.g. to silence a fault on
another part of the system), turn the keyswitch off, then back on again.
8. Once all the work has been done, the zones need to be enabled again. If the panel is still in
SELECT DISABLEMENT MODE, jump to paragraph 9, otherwise, turn the keyswitch to
controls enabled, press FUNCTION button (GENERAL DISABLEMENT LED will flash fast).
Press scroll and it will flash with a 3 quick flashes then off pattern. The panel is now in SELECT
DISABLEMENT MODE
9. Press the scroll button until the disabled zone or sounder has been selected. Press function
button. Scroll to any other disabled zone and enable in the same way. When all zones are
enabled again, the GENERAL DISABLEMENT LED will flash 3 quick flashes then off. Turn the
keyswitch to off to return the system to normal.

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8. ZONE TEST
8.1 WHY USE ZONE TEST
To aid commissioning and assist routine maintenance check, a non-latching ‘one man test’ facility is
available.
When a detector or manual call point is triggered on any zone in Test, the Alarm sounders operate for
approximately four seconds on and four seconds off. This cycle continues until the cause of the
Alarm is removed (either by the test smoke clearing from the detector or the manual call point being
reset), at which point, the detector circuit also automatically resets.

Should an Alarm occur on a zone that is not programmed to test, the Alarm will be processed in the
normal way. The testing of the zone in test will temporarily be suspended until the Alarm(s) from the
other zones are investigated and then reset. At this point, zone retesting may resume.

8.2 TO PROGRAMME ZONE IN TEST

NOTE: Only one zone can be programmed in test at any one time.
1. Insert and turn control key to enabled position;
2. Press FUNCTION button twice. The General Zone test LED is now on (flashing fast);
3. Press “Delay Override”,”Silence”,”Silence”, “Delay Override”. The General Zone Test LED will
now flash 3 quick flashes then off.
4. Press scroll switch and Zone one fault & test LEDs will flash in synchronisation with the General
Zone test;
5. Press scroll button to the desired Zone for test. Once the desired Zone LED is flashing, press
select. The LEDs will now flash on and off. This Zone is now in test mode.
6. Once testing of that zone is completed, press select to exit test mode for that zone. The LEDs will
now flash 3 quick flashes then off.

7. Press scroll button to move to another Zone to test, or turn the control key switch to off position to
exit test mode.

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9. GENERAL FAULT FINDING

9.1 ZONE FAULTS

The Zone Faults are non-latching faults. That is, if the fault has been cleared, the panel will
automatically reset itself.
Open circuit faults will be indicated by zone(s) fault LED being lit steady, the internal Fault Buzzer will
sound and the General Fault LED will be lit.
Short circuit faults will be indicated by zone(s) fault LED and the short circuit LED Flashing, the
internal Fault Buzzer will sound and the General Fault LED will be lit.
Suggested Action
a) If a bank of 8 zones are all showing O/C, check zone fuse FS1 on the relevant zone expansion
card.
b) Check that the correct end of line device has been fitted (100uF capacitor)
c) Disconnect the wiring for the zone showing fault, and refit the end of line capacitor at that zone
terminal in the panel. If the fault condition for that zone clears, this confirms there is a wiring
fault.
d) Double-check the wiring and the end of line capacitor on the zone. Trace the fault with
consideration for the type of fault indicated.(HINT: splitting the cable half way down the zone,
and fitting the end of line capacitor to the new end point helps to determine which section of
cable is giving the fault)
Note: A possible fault is a detector head badly seated in a base that is not making a good
connection.
c) A short circuit on a zone could be caused by the end of line capacitor being fitted backwards.
d) Check that the detectors are compatible with this FACP. Note that some makes of detector will
require a series resistor or diode to be fitted to work properly. There is usually a spare
connector on the base to accommodate this (check instructions that came with the detector).
e) Measure the resistance of the zone cabling (Remove from panel and short out end of line).
Ideally this should be less than 50 ohms. Above 70 ohms may cause an open circuit fault.

9.2 SYSTEM FAULT

A system fault is an abnormal microprocessor running condition due to various unexpected

phenomena

This will result in the panel attempting to correct itself. Should this fault occur, the System Fault LED,
General Fault LED, General Fault relay and fault internal buzzer will be constantly active until the
control keyswitch is turned from off position to control enable position. This should cause this fault
condition to reset. If not, consult your supplier

9.3 SUPPLY FAULTS

A power supply fault is indicative of one or more of the following faults: -

1.Loss of Mains power – Remedy

a. Check mains fuse (in fused mains block). Also, check that main power is present.
b. Check charger fuse FS1.

2.Loss of Battery power – Remedy

a. Check battery fuse FS2.

b. Check that battery connections are secure.

3.Low Battery – Remedy

a. Check battery voltage – replace if necessary.

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4.Wrong Charging Voltage.

The charging voltage should be 28.4V off load at 20oC. If it has been altered, reset using
potentiometer VR1

5. Overcharged Batteries.
Remove the batteries and measure the voltage. If it is reading over 27.4 then the batteries
are overcharged. Try to run the panel on batteries only for half an hour or so to try to
discharge the batteries. If this doesn’t solve the problem, replacement batteries will be
required.

9.4 EARTH FAULTS

An EARTH fault indicates that something is shorting to earth (usually through the cable screen).
Disconnect the earth screens one at a time to determine the problem line.
(Note: connecting other equipment , e.g. an oscilloscope , to the panel can give an earth fault)
The voltage between battery –Ve and earth should be 14-16 volts. If it is not, the voltage measured
should indicate what is shorting to earth.

9.5 SOUNDER FAULTS

Check that the correct END of Line resistor has been fitted. (10K – brown, black, orange, gold)
Check that all sounder fuses are OK (FS4, FS5,FS7 & FS8 – 150mA QB)
If working on an existing installation, check that the devices are polarised. (See Page 5)
Check cable continuity (remove from panel and measure continuity. Should read 10K)

9.6 REPEATER FAULTS

Check that the power and RS485 connections between the panel and repeater are correct.
Check The AUX supply fuse in the panel (FS6 – 250mA).
Check the supply fuse in the repeater (FS1 – 500mA)

9.7 F.A.R.E. FAULTS

Check that the correct END of Line resistor has been fitted. (10K – brown, black, orange, gold)
Check there are no open or short circuits on the F.A.R.E. line.
Check that the fuse is OK (FS3 – 100mA QB)

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10. STANDBY BATTERY CALCULATION

In order to calculate the standby battery size required, the following formula can be used:-

Battery Size (Standby time in Amp Hours) = 1.25 x [(TALM x IALM) + (TSBY x (IQP + IQZ))]

Where:
TALM = Maximum time in hours required for the alarm [½ hour is most common time]

IALM = Total Alarm Current in amps for all alarm devices connected to the alarm circuits

TSBY = Standby time in hours for the system after mains failure [normally 24, 48 or 72 hr]

IQP = Quiescent current in amps of control panel in fault condition [because of mains failure]

IQZ = Quiescent current in amps of all detection zones. E.g. Ion detector 0.00005 Amp
(50 μA) , Optical Detector = 0.0001 Amp (100 μA)

Typical Example:

A system comprises of 24 zones. Each zone has 20 smoke detector, 14 bells are connected to the
common sounder circuit. The required standby is 24 hours. It will need to operate in alarm for ½ hour.
Calculate the battery size required.

TALM = 0.5 Hr
IALM (panel) = 0.270mA
IALM = (24+14) x 0.025 =0.95A [This typical bell current is 25 mA. Most alarm Devices show their operating current]
TSBY = 24 Hr
IQP = 0.150A
IQZ =24 x 20 x 0.00006 =0.0288A [the quiescent current for a typical optical detector is 60 μA

Therefore using the equation:

Battery Size (Standby time in Amp Hours) = 1.25 x [(TALM x IALM) + (TSBY x (IQP + IQZ))]

Battery Size (Standby time in Amp Hours) = 1.25 x [(0.5 x (0.270+0.95)) + (24 x (0.150 + 0.0288))]

Battery Size (Standby time in Amp Hours) = 1.25 x [0.61 + (24 x 0.1788)]

Battery Size (Standby time in Amp Hours) = 1.25 x [0.61 + 4.2912]

Battery Size (Standby time in Amp Hours) = 1.25 x 4.9012

Battery Size (Standby time in Amp Hours) = 6.13Amp Hours

This system would require a minimum of 6.13Ah batteries, so we would recommend using 7Ah
batteries.

*On a system with a heavier load, it may be necessary to use larger batteries. This may require a separate battery box to hold
the batteries.

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11. PCB TERMINATION CONNECTIONS.

11.1 CONNECTIONS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37
FS

FS

FS
ZONES ZONES ZONES
1 TO 8 9 TO 16 17 TO 24
BUILT IN BUILT IN BUILT IN 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

ZONES ZONES ZONES FS 1

25 TO 32 33 TO 40 41 TO 48
BY ADD ON BY ADD ON BY ADD ON
Fs4 Fs5 Fs7 Fs8

Fs3 Fs6 Fs2

CARD CARD CARD

FS

FS

FS

16 17 18 19 20 21

Connection No Description Use

1* ZONE 1 +&- Connect to Zone 1
2* ZONE 2 +&- Connect to Zone 2
3* ZONE 3 +&- Connect to Zone 3
4* ZONE 4 +&- Connect to Zone 4
5* ZONE 5 +&- Connect to Zone 5
6* ZONE 6 +&- Connect to Zone 6
7* ZONE 7 +&- Connect to Zone 7
8* ZONE 8 +&- Connect to Zone 8
9 SND 1 +&- Connect to sounder circuit 1 (sirens/bells)
10 SND 2 +&- Connect to sounder circuit 2 (sirens/bells)
11 SND 3 +&- Connect to sounder circuit 3 (sirens/bells)
12 SND 4 +&- Connect to sounder circuit 4 (sirens/bells)
13 FIRE RELAY NO/CM/NC Activates on fire (including test mode)
14 FAULT RELAY NO/CM/NC Activates on fault
15 EARTH MONITORING POINT FOR EARTH FAULTS
16 F.A.R.E. + & - FIRE ALARM ROUTING EQUIPMENT
17 SERIAL REP A & B RS485 SERIAL REPEATER CONNECTION
18 AUX SUPPLY 250 mA Supply @ System voltage (29-31 V dc)
19 BATTERY + & - Connect 2 x 12V SLA batteries in SERIES (ie 24V)
20 THERM Thermistor Connector to protect batteries
21 AC AC Connected to transformer secondary (30VAC)
22* ZONE 9 +&- Connect to zone 9
23* ZONE 10+&- Connect to zone 10
24* ZONE 11+&- Connect to zone 11

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25* ZONE 12 + & - Connect to zone 12

26* ZONE 13 + & - Connect to zone 13
27* ZONE 14+&- Connect to zone 14
28* ZONE 15 + & - Connect to zone 15
29 ZONE 16 + & - Connect to zone 16
30 ZONE 17 +&- Connect to Zone 17
31 ZONE 18 +&- Connect to Zone 18
32 ZONE 19 +&- Connect to Zone 19
33 ZONE 20 +&- Connect to Zone 20
34 ZONE 21 +&- Connect to Zone 21
35 ZONE 22 +&- Connect to Zone 22
36 ZONE 23 +&- Connect to zone 23
37 ZONE 24 +&- Connect to zone 24

* The Premier M 48 fire alarm panel has 6 banks of detection zones. The ones in bank 1 will for
zones 1-8, bank 2 will be for zones 9-16, bank 3 will be for zones 17-24,bank 4 will be for zones 25-
32, bank 5 will for zones 33-40 and bank 6 will be for zones 41-48.
11.2 FUSES
FUSE NO DESCRIPTION RATING
FS1 (ZONE) Zone Fuse 500mA time delay 5 x 20mm glass
FS1 Charger Fuse 3.15A time delay 5 x 20mm glass
FS2 Battery Fuse 3.15A time delay 5 x 20mm glass
FS3 F.A.R.E Fuse 100mA time delay 5 x 20mm glass
FS4 Sounder circuit 1 400mA time delay 5 x 20mm glass
FS5 Sounder circuit 2 400mA time delay 5 x 20mm glass
FS6 AUX Supply 250mA time delay 5 x 20mm glass
FS7 Sounder circuit 3 400mA time delay 5 x 20mm glass
FS8 Sounder circuit 4 400mA time delay 5 x 20mm glass
INLET FUSE Mains Protection Fuse 3.15A Quick Blow HBC 5 x 20mm ceramic

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12. PANEL SPECIFICATIONS

12.1 ENCLOSURE SPECIFICATIONS

DESCRIPTION VALUE

ENCLOSURE SIZE 680 x 480 x 135 mm

TOP CABLE ENTRIES 40 x 19mm DIA GROMMETED ENTRIES
BOTTOM CABLE ENTRIES 10 x 19mm KNOCKOUT ENTRIES
REAR CABLE ENTRIES 2 SNAP OUTS, 1X 100x35mm and 1 X 70x35 mm

12.2 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

ELECTRICAL DESCRIPTION VALUE

MAINS VOLTAGE 230V AC +/- 10% @ 50/60 Hz

BATTERY VOLTAGE 24V DC (2 X 12V SLA BATTERY)
SYSTEM VOLTAGE 24V DC NOMINAL (18 – 32 V)
SYSTEM VOLTAGE RIPPLE 2V PK-PK MAX
CHARGER SIZE UP TO 7AH in 24 Hours
ZONE VOLTAGE 21V DC NOMINAL (20 - 22.5V)
SOUNDER ALARM OUTPUTS 4 x 400mA @ 29V DC (Nominal)

AUXILIARY FAULT OUTPUT 1 x RELAY SELV (1A MAX)

AUXILIARY FIRE OUTPUT 1 x RELAY SELV (1A MAX)
F.A.R.E. OUTPUT 1 X 100mA @ 29V DC
NUMBER OF ZONES 24/28/32/36/40/44/48.
MAXIMUM ZONE CAPACITY 32 DEVICES PER ZONE
MAXIMUM ZONE RESISTANCE 70 ohms
AUXILIARY SUPPLY 250mA @ 29 V dc (NOMINAL)
SOUNDER ACTIVATION DELAY 0-9 MINUTES -IN 1 MIN INCREMENTS

ZONE END OF LINE DEVICE 100uF CAPACITOR (- STRIPE TO ZONE -VE)

SOUNDER END OF LINE DEVICE 10 K RESISTOR
CHARGER VOLTAGE 28.4V @ 25oC (NO BATTERY CONNECTED)
CHARGER SHORT CIRCUIT PROTECTION Batteries less than 20V
TOTAL PSU OUTPUT 3 Amp
MAXIMUM CHARGING CURRENT 600mA

PANEL LOAD FOR BATTERY VALUE

CALCULATIONS

PANEL CURRENT IN MAINS FAIL (NO ZONE 180mA (160 mA with buzzer silenced)
SOUNDERS)

PANEL CURRENT IN ALARM 250mA

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12. PANEL SPECIFICATIONS

12.1 ENCLOSURE SPECIFICATIONS

DESCRIPTION VALUE

ENCLOSURE SIZE 480 x 395 x 100 mm

TOP CABLE ENTRIES 20 x 19mm DIA GROMMETED ENTRIES
BOTTOM CABLE ENTRIES 10 x 19mm KNOCKOUT ENTRIES
REAR CABLE ENTRIES 2 SNAP OUTS, 60 x 20mm

12.2 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

ELECTRICAL DESCRIPTION VALUE

MAINS VOLTAGE 230V AC +/- 10% @ 50/60 Hz

BATTERY VOLTAGE 24V DC (2 X 12V SLA BATTERY)
SYSTEM VOLTAGE 24V DC NOMINAL (18 – 32 V)
SYSTEM VOLTAGE RIPPLE 2V PK-PK MAX
CHARGER SIZE UP TO 7AH in 24 Hours
ZONE VOLTAGE 21V DC NOMINAL (20 - 22.5V)
SOUNDER ALARM OUTPUTS 4 x 150mA @ 29V DC (Nominal)
ZONAL SOUNDER CIRCUITS (OPTIONAL) 8/12/16/20/24 x 50mA @ 29V DC (Nominal)
AUXILIARY FAULT OUTPUT 1 x RELAY SELV (1A MAX)
AUXILIARY FIRE OUTPUT 1 x RELAY SELV (1A MAX)
F.A.R.E. OUTPUT 1 X 100mA @ 29V DC
NUMBER OF ZONES 24/28/32/36/40/44/48
MAXIMUM ZONE CAPACITY 32 DEVICES PER ZONE
MAXIMUM ZONE RESISTANCE 70 ohms
AUXILIARY SUPPLY 250mA @ 29 V dc (NOMINAL)
SOUNDER ACTIVATION DELAY 0-9 MINUTES -IN 1 MIN INCREMENTS

ZONE END OF LINE DEVICE 100uF CAPACITOR (- STRIPE TO ZONE -VE)

SOUNDER END OF LINE DEVICE 10 K RESISTOR
CHARGER VOLTAGE 28.4V @ 25oC (NO BATTERY CONNECTED)
CHARGER SHORT CIRCUIT PROTECTION Batteries less than 20V
TOTAL PSU OUTPUT 3 Amp
MAXIMUM CHARGING CURRENT 600mA

PANEL LOAD FOR BATTERY VALUE

CALCULATIONS

PANEL CURRENT IN MAINS FAIL (NO ZONE 150mA (125 mA with buzzer silenced)
SOUNDERS)
PANEL CURRENT IN MAINS FAIL (WITH ZONE 175mA (150 mA with buzzer silenced)
SOUNDERS)
PANEL CURRENT IN ALARM 270mA

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