Twinflex Fire Alarm
Twinflex Fire Alarm
Twinflex - V3
Fire Detection & Alarm System
26-0338 Issue 7
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System design
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Equipment guarantee
Anti static handling guidelines
Warning
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The Twinflex System
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Control Panel .
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Mounting the control panel
Physical dimensions
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Power Supply Unit.
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General assembly
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Topology and cabling .
System Wiring Schematic
Control Panel Connections
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Twinflex Flashpoint .
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Installation 1 stage
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Connections
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DIL switch settings
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Sound output levels
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Weatherproof Flashpoint
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Twinflex Soundpoint .
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Power-up
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DIL switch settings
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Sound output levels
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Power-up
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DIL switch settings
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Twinflex Output Module
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Power-up.
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DIL switch setting
LED indication
Testing
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Introduction
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Access Levels .
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Access Level 2 (User) operating diagram: 2&4 zone panels
Access Level 2 (User) operating diagram: 8 zone panels .
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Advanced Connections
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Monitored relays on the Remote Fire Output
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Connecting two panels together .
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Connecting more than two Twinflex panels together.
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Technical Data .
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Control Panel specification
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Twinflex Multipoint detector
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Twinflex manual call point
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Twinflex Hatari .
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Twinflex Flashpoint
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Twinflex Hipoint .
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Twinflex output module .
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Twinflex repeater panel .
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Resistor colour codes .
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Battery calculations
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Installation checklist
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Commissioning checklist
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Cable continuity and insulation test results
Control panel instruction notice .
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Apartment notice for checkpoint plus systems.
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Important Points
72 BACK PAGE
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Introduction
This Manual is intended as a guide to the engineering and commissioning principles of the Twinflex 2-wire Fire
Detection and Alarm system, and covers the system hardware information only.
Due to the complexity and inherent importance of a system covering a Life Protection Risk, training on this
equipment is essential, and commissioning should only be carried out by competent and approved persons. For
further details of the availability of commissioning services contact your supplier.
System Design
This document does not cover Fire Alarm system design, and a basic understanding is assumed.
A knowledge of BS5839: Pt 1: 2002: Fire Detection and Alarm Systems for Buildings is
essential.
It is strongly recommended that a suitably qualified and competent person is consulted in connection
with the Fire Alarm System design and that the entire system is commissioned in accordance with the
current national standards and specifications.
Equipment Guarantee
The equipment carries no warranty unless the system is installed, commissioned and serviced in
accordance with this manual and the relevant standards by a suitably qualified and competent person
or organisation
Immediately prior to handling any PCBs or other static sensitive devices, it is essential to ensure that
a personal connection to earth is made with an anti-static wrist-strap or similar apparatus.
Always handle PCBs by their sides and avoid touching any components. PCBs should also be stored
in a clean dry place, which is free from vibration, dust and excessive heat, and protected from
mechanical damage.
Warning
Do not attempt to install this equipment until you have fully read and understood this manual.
Failure to do so may result in damage to the equipment and could invalidate the warranty.
Technical support will not be available if the instruction manual has not been read and understood.
Please have this instruction manual available whenever you call for technical support.
For further technical support please contact your distributor. Do not call the Rafiki Protection
technical support department unless your distributor has first given their advice and attempted to
rectify the issue.
Do not use a resistor for End of line or any other 3rd party End of line module.
The Twinflex control panel also provides a single conventional 24v sounder circuit, a monitored conventional 24v
relay circuit, a volt free common fire relay and a volt free common fault relay. There is also a multifunction nonlatching input, programmable with options such as Class-Change and Remote fire input.
The Twinflex control panel also incorporates an integral power supply unit and requires the following standby
batteries to provide up to 72 hour standby times (refer to Technical Data for further information).
2 or 4 zone panel
8 zone panel
Please note that earlier versions (V1 & V2) of the control panel require only one battery, so check the battery
labels in the control panel for clarification, as all the current version 3 control panels are labelled clearly with
Battery 1 and Battery 2.
Unlike most conventional fire alarm systems, which require separate pairs of cables for detector zones and
sounder circuits, the Twinflex system requires one 2-core and earth/screen cable for each zone to accommodate
both detection devices and sounders. Furthermore sounders are incorporated within the detector to reduce
system components and simplify installation.
Control Panel
Mounting the Control Panel
Firstly identify the proposed location for the control panel. Ensure that the control panel will be easily accessible,
and that account is taken of any subsequent work that may affect access. It should be located at the most likely
point of access for the fire services.
The control panel should be mounted on a flat, vertical wall at a height where the indicators may be seen without
difficulty.
Do not locate the control panel at high level where stepladders or other access equipment may be
required, in spaces with restricted access, or in a position that may require access panels to be removed.
Do not locate the control panel where extremes of temperature or humidity may occur, or where there is
any possibility of condensation or water ingress.
Like all electronic equipment, the control panel may be affected by extreme environmental conditions. The position
selected for its installation should therefore be clean and dry, not subjected to high levels of vibration or shock and
at least 2 meters away from any pager or radio transmitting equipment. Ambient temperatures should be within
the range given within the Technical Data section, i.e., not directly over a radiator or heater.
In common with all microprocessor-controlled panels, the control panel may operate erratically or may be
damaged if subjected to lightening induced transients. Proper earth/ground connections will greatly reduce
susceptibility to this problem.
Physical Dimensions
2 & 4 Zone Panels
8 Zone Panels
18mm
BOTTOM
76mm
TOP
407mm
18mm
76mm
LEFT
RIGHT
318mm
407mm
318mm
The 2 & 4 zone control panel back box is designed as a dual-purpose surface or flush unit. The 14mm flange
facilitates flush mounting. To allow installation of the main front moulding, this flange must be flush with the
mounting surface and not recessed into it.
The 8 zone panel is designed for surface mounting only and will require the use of the optional flush mount bezel if
the control panel needs to be flush mounted.
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The Fire Alarm Panel 230v ac supply requires fixed wiring between 0.75 mm and 2.5 mm , a 3 amp fused unswitched spur with local isolation, to be terminated into the fused terminals provided in the back box. On the 8
zone panel a metal cover, held in place with a locking nut, protects these terminals. The mains supply should be
dedicated to the Fire Alarm Panel and should be clearly labelled FIRE ALARM: DO NOT SWITCH OFF at all
isolation points.
The control panel requires standby sealed lead acid batteries to be installed according to the following table.
These are to be sited in the control panel back box in the provided enclosure. The batteries should be connected
in series using the connection leads supplied. See the section entitled Control Panel Connections for panel
connections.
Control Panel
All 2 or 4 zone panels
All 2 or 4 zone panels
All 8 zone panels
All 8 zone panels
Standby Requirements
24 hours & 30 minutes
alarm
72 hours & 30 minutes
alarm
24 hours & 30 minutes
alarm
72 hours & 30 minutes
alarm
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Batteries required
2 x 12v 2.1 Ah
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2 x 12v 2.1 Ah
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2 x 12v 3.3 Ah
in
2 x 12v 7.2 Ah
Note that the charging circuit will be in its high impedance state (approximately 3V DC) if no batteries, faulty
batteries or only one battery is connected. The full 27V DC charging voltage should be present if the correct
batteries are connected.
If the system shows a charger or battery fault on first power up, leave the system to charge it batteries for 5-6
hours.
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.
Note that batteries are electrically live at all times and great care should be taken to ensure that the terminals are
never presented with a short circuit. Care should be taken at all times, especially during transit, installation and
normal use.
Batteries no longer required should be disposed of in a safe and environmentally friendly manner by the
manufacturer or a suitable recycling service. They should never be incinerated or placed in normal rubbish
collection facilities.
General Assembly
2 & 4 Zone Panels
8 Zone
Panels
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Battery Connections: BAT+, BATThe battery terminals require 24v from 2 x 2.1Ah sealed lead acid batteries, connected in series, in order
to provide secondary backup power when the primary power fails. This input is protected by the 3A fuse
connected inline with the positive battery lead.
AC Input: AC A, AC B, EARTH
The AC input is connected to the yellow leads coming from the transformer mounted within the back box,
and is the primary power supply for the system.
Auxiliary 24v Power: Aux 24v O/P +, Aux 24v O/P 250mA of auxiliary 24v DC power is available here. It is recommended that additional Power Supply Units
be installed to provide power for additional loads.
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Conventional Sounder Circuit: BELL OUTPUT +/The conventional sounder circuit may be used to connect a standard sounders or strobe circuit. This is
monitored for short circuit and open circuit with a 4K7 ohm End Of Line resistor and is rated at 24v DC
500mA. The alarm sounders operate when the control panel enters the fire state and deactivates when
the system is silenced.
Device circuits: ZONE 1/2/3/4 +/The Twinflex devices may be connected in radial circuits utilising the in built End Of Line signal within the
last device. NB/ Do not use a resistor for End Of Line on the zones. Unused zones must be programmed
off. See the programming section for further details.
Fuses
Bell Fuse - Located on PCB adjacent Bell Output terminals
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Battery Fuse Located in line in the positive battery lead .
Mains Fuse Located in the back box adjacent to the transformer
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500mA Fast
3A Fast
T315mA Anti Surge
8 Zone Panels
POWER SUPPLY:
24V DC SWITCH
MODE PSU LOCATED
IN CONTROL PANEL
BACK BOX
POWER SUPPLY
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DC DC
DC
DC
Device circuits: ZONE 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8 +/The Twinflex devices may be connected in radial circuits utilising the in built End Of Line signal within the
last device. NB/ Do not use a resistor for End Of Line on the zones. Unused zones must be programmed
off. See the programming section for further details.
Remote Alarm Output: Remote Fire O/P +/The remote alarm output may be used to connect a standard 24v DC conventional relay. This is
monitored for short circuit and open circuit with a 4K7 ohm End Of Line resistor and is rated at 24v DC
800mA. The relay operates when the control panels enters the fire state and deactivates when the system
is reset. Any relays must be dioded. See the section on relays for further information.
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1A Fast
1A Fast
3A Fast
3AT Anti Surge
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OUT
Ov IN
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+ LED
Fix the detector base in a suitable position using the two screw holes provided
remembering to allow enough space for the correct termination of the
appropriate fire resistant cable.
+ Line in
+ Line out
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Connected
The cabling should be 2 core 1.5 mm and earth/screened and fire resistant, of
an MICC or FP200 equivalent type and is to be in the form of a 2-core radial
circuit from the control panel to the last device. Do not spur from the circuit.
Please remember that all high voltage testing must be carried out before the installation of any electronic devices
as this may cause damage. The installer needs to provide proof of zone continuity readings etc., to enable
commissioning to proceed. Use the form provided at the rear of this manual to record your readings.
The Optical Chamber may then be offered up and twisted to locate until the catch
operates. Remember not to force this item; if the Electronics Module is correctly
located then the Optical Chamber should locate with very little force. The Optical
Chamber may be removed with the Head Removal Tool. Ensure that the Optical
Chamber is installed when the system is powered up, or a fault condition will be
generated. See page 18 for further details.
Connections
CONTROL PANEL
TWINFLEX MULTIPOINT
EARTH
EARTH
OV
OV
LINE IN +VE
NOT CONNECTED
NOT CONNECTED
EARTH
EARTH
OV
OV
LINE IN +VE
NOT CONNECTED
NOT CONNECTED
ZONE +VE
ZONE -VE
EARTH
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TWINFLEX MULTIPOINT
Power Up
The Multipoint detector requires approximately one minute on power up to boot up its processor and settle down
to normal operation. Do not test the detector during this time. Ensure that the Optical Chamber is installed when
the system is powered up, or a fault condition will be generated.
ON
SWITCH ON
O N
SWITCH OFF
EOL Signal
Detection Mode
Logical Link *
Sound Pattern
Sounder Volume
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OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
ON
* For use with Twinflex Checkpoint Plus Control panels only. The setting will be ignored on standard systems. With Logical Link enabled the
sounder in that device only will operate during the confirmation period, and with the Logical Link disabled all the sounders in the same zone
as the device in alarm will operate during the confirmation period.
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Description
Temp
(oC)
No smoke detection
Standard sensitivity optical with high thermal enhancement. This mode may be classed as
an ionisation equivalent. Ensure environment is clean and suitable for a rapid response.
Standard sensitivity optical with normal thermal enhancement. This is a standard smoke
detector, with standard thermal enhancement to help its stability.
Low sensitivity optical with transient smoke rejection. The smoke density must be kept up
for a longer time period, so this is ideal for bedrooms with en-suite showers, etc.
No heat detection
Standard temperature, rate of rise enhanced, (grade A1/R), Not for use in kitchens.
Standard fixed temperature, normal response, (grade A1/S). Fine for domestic kitchens.
High fixed temperature, (grade C/S). Ideal for boiler rooms and commercial kitchens.
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LED Indication.
State
fire
fault
EOL
normal
On
ON
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50ms
0.1ms
Interval
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5s
20s
Volume dB(A) @
1m
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90
Quantity
per
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32 max
32 max
Loading
zone)
(max 32 per
1 SLU
1 SLU
Note that quantities of other device types need to be included as well, so see the relevant sections on that device
for their loadings.
The above readings are taken at 1 meter in standard reverberant surroundings to simulate field conditions.
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Testing
We recommend the use of suitable smoke test equipment such as the No Climb SOLO 300 tester or an
equivalent product. Testing with an aerosol can only may be generally successful, but in some circumstances may
fail to trigger a device due to unseen drafts removing the spray before the device is triggered. The use of the
correct test equipment, or the application of the dust cover will prevent this.
Due to the fact that the smoke detection modes are all thermally enhanced, it may be noticeable that on test the
devices respond more slowly than may be expected. This is perfectly normal and is due to the fact that during a
normal smoke test we have no heat present to cause the sensitivity to be enhanced.
Smoke mode 3 requires that the concentration of smoke is kept up for a longer period to trigger the device into
alarm, so patience is required. Small regular applications of test smoke are best in order to avoid drenching the
detector as this may result in sticky residues being left behind.
In order to test a detector which has been set to a heat mode we recommend the use of a No Climb SOLO 400
tester, or an equivalent product. The SOLO 400 tester will also require a baffle to redirect the airflow (part number
SH32038 - SOLO461-024 Baffle).
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The cabling should be 2 core 1.5 mm screened and fire resistant, of an MICC or
FP200 equivalent type and is to be in the form of a 2-core radial circuit from the
control panel to the last device. Do not spur from the circuit.
Please remember that all high voltage testing must be carried out before
the installation of any electronic devices as this may cause damage. The
installer needs to provide proof of zone continuity readings etc., to enable
commissioning to proceed. Use the form provided at the rear of this
manual to record your readings.
Surface Mounting
Fix the surface back box to a flat vertical surface using at least two of the
four mounting holes provided. The back box may be drilled to allow cable
access as required and a 20mm hole is already provided at the rear. Zone cabling
may be connected to the terminals provided.
Flush Mounting
The Call Point may be flush mounted utilising the optional adapter-plate, combined
with any standard single gang flush mounting back box (with a minimum internal
depth of 25mm). After installing the back box securely, attach the bezel using the
two screws provided, and terminate your cables directly into a flying terminal block.
NB/ Red = zone +ve, Blue = zone 0V
Power Up
The Manual Call Point requires approximately one minute on power up to boot up its processor and settle down to
normal operation. Do not test the manual call point during this time.
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Connections
TWINFLEX MANUAL CALLPOINT
CONTROL PANEL
EARTH
OV
OV
LINE OUT
+VE
LINE IN +VE
NOT CONNECTED
NOT CONNECTED
EARTH
EARTH
OV
OV
LINE OUT
+VE
LINE IN +VE
NOT CONNECTED
NOT CONNECTED
ZONE +VE
ZONE -VE
EARTH
ON
SWITCH ON
O N
SWITCH OFF
TWINFLEX CALLPOINT
NO SOUNDER
BATCH NO 2771
DATE 24/03/06
The EOL switch will be identified on the label affixed to the device, ie, SW1 = EOL.
46/0400/04/40
SW1 = EOL
The last device on the circuit must have the EOL signal enabled (switch number 1 in the
ON position).
EOL Signal
Sounder Volume
Sound Pattern
Note: Early Rafiki Twinflex manual call points utilised different dil switch settings as below. The EOL switch will be
identified on the label affixed to the device, ie, SW4 = EOL.
Sound Pattern
Sounder Volume
EOL Signal
The sound level readings above are taken at 1 meter in standard reverberant surroundings to simulate field
conditions.
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LED Indication
State
Fire
EOL
On
50ms
50ms
Interval
0.33s
5s
Volume dB(A) @
1m
75
90
Quantity
per
zone
32 max
32 max
Loading
zone)
(max 32 per
1 SLU
1 SLU
Note that quantities of other device types need to be included as well, so see the relevant sections on that device
for their loadings.
The above readings are taken at 1 meter in standard reverberant surroundings to simulate field conditions.
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The cabling should be 2 core 1.5 mm screened and fire resistant, of an MICC or FP200 equivalent type and is to
be in the form of a 2-core radial circuit from the control panel to the last device. Do not spur from the circuit.
Please remember that all high voltage testing must be carried out before the installation of any electronic devices
as this may cause damage. The installer needs to provide proof of zone continuity readings etc., to enable
commissioning to proceed. Use the form provided at the rear of this manual to record your readings.
Connections
Hatari Base
CONTROL PANEL
Rear of Hatari
EARTH
OV
OV
LINE OUT
+VE
LINE IN +VE
NOT CONNECTED
NOT CONNECTED
EARTH
EARTH
OV
OV
LINE OUT
+VE
LINE IN +VE
NOT CONNECTED
NOT CONNECTED
ZONE +VE
ZONE -VE
EARTH
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Power Up
The Hatari Sounder requires approximately one minute on power up to boot up its processor and settle down to
normal operation. Do not test the sounder during this time.
O N
ON
SWITCH ON
SWITCH OFF
EOL Signal
Volume dB(A) @
1m
103
Quantity
zone
6
per
Loading
zone)
(max 32 per
6 SLU
The Rotary Volume Potentiometer located on the rear of the sounder may be used to adjust the volume if a lower
volume is required.
Note that quantities of other device types need to be included as well, so see the relevant sections on that device
for their loadings.
One zone will accept a total of 32 Sounder Loading Units. The Hatari sounder counts for approximately 6 SLU
whereas the Manual Call Point with sounder and the Multipoint with sounder both count for 1 SLU each, eg, a
suitable loading on one zone would be 2 x Hatari sounder, 6 x MCP sounder and 14 x Multipoint with sounder.
The sound level readings above are taken at 1 meter in standard reverberant surroundings to simulate field
conditions.
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Twinflex Flashpoint
Installation 1st Stage
The Flashpoint sounder / beacon is available in Twinflex or
conventional formats. The Twinflex Flashpoint sounder/beacon is
compatible only with Twinflex control panels and their associated
detection and alarm equipment and may be installed on the same
zone as other Twinflex devices. The Conventional Flashpoint
sounder/beacon must only be installed on a conventional sounder
circuit.
Fix the sounder base to a flat vertical or horizontal surface using
the two mounting holes provided. Zone cabling may be connected
to the terminals provided.
2
EART
H
Ov
OUT
Ov IN
- LED
+ LED
+ Line in
+ Line out
Not
Connected
Once all testing has been carried out on the cabling and continuity & integrity
has been proven, then the Flashpoint sounder/beacon may be assembled. To
insert the Electronics Module, locate the pins and gently push it home.
Connections
TWINFLEX FLASH POINT
CONTROL PANEL
EARTH
OV
OV
LINE OUT
+VE
LINE IN +VE
NOT CONNECTED
NOT CONNECTED
EARTH
EARTH
OV
OV
LINE OUT
+VE
LINE IN +VE
NOT CONNECTED
NOT CONNECTED
ZONE +VE
ZONE -VE
EARTH
Power Up
The Flashpoint Sounder requires approximately one minute on power up to boot up its processor and settle down
to normal operation. Do not test the sounder during this time.
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O N
ON
SWITCH ON
SWITCH OFF
EOL Signal
Sounder Volume
Sound Pattern
Note: Early Rafiki Twinflex Flashpoints utilised different dil switch settings. The EOL switch will be identified on the
label affixed to the device, ie, SW4 =EOL or SW1=EOL.
The sound level readings above are taken at 1 meter in standard reverberant surroundings to simulate field
conditions
Volume dB(A) @ 1m
75
90
Note that quantities of other device types need to be included as well, so see the relevant sections on that device
for their loadings.
The above readings are taken at 1 meter in standard reverberant surroundings to simulate field conditions.
Weatherproof Flashpoint
The weatherproof Flashpoint is similar to the standard Flashpoint, except that it has no sounder (ie visual
indication only) and is rated at IP55.
Fix the surface back box carefully to a flat vertical surface, making sure to not compromise the IP rating of the
housing.
Ensure that you use suitable cable glands to terminate the cables in order to maintain the IP rating
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Twinflex Soundpoint
Installation 1st Stage
The Soundpoint is available in Twinflex or conventional formats. The Twinflex
Soundpoint is compatible only with Twinflex control panels and their associated
detection and alarm equipment and may be installed on the same zone as other
Twinflex devices. The Conventional Soundpoint must only be installed on a
conventional sounder circuit.
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Surface Mounting
Fix the surface back box to a flat vertical surface using at least two of the four
mounting holes provided. The back box may be drilled to allow cable access as
required and a 20mm hole is already provided at the rear. Zone cabling may be
connected to the terminals provided.
Flush Mounting
For flush mounting, utilise the optional adapter-plate, combined with any standard
single gang flush mounting back box (with a minimum internal depth of 25mm).
After installing the back box securely, attach the bezel using the two screws
provided, and terminate your cables directly into a flying terminal block.
Connections
TWINFLEX SOUND POINT
CONTROL PANEL
EARTH
OV
OV
LINE OUT
+VE
LINE IN +VE
NOT CONNECTED
NOT CONNECTED
EARTH
EARTH
OV
OV
LINE OUT
+VE
LINE IN +VE
NOT CONNECTED
NOT CONNECTED
ZONE +VE
ZONE -VE
EARTH
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Power Up
The Soundpoint requires approximately one minute on power-up to boot-up its processor and settle down to
normal operation. Do not test the sounder during this time.
ON
SWITCH OFF
O N
SWITCH ON
EOL Signal
Sounder Volume
Sound Pattern
1
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
Note: Early Rafiki Twinflex Flashpoints utilised different dil switch settings. The EOL switch will be identified on the
label affixed to the device, ie, SW4 =EOL or SW1=EOL
The sound level readings above are taken at 1 meter in standard reverberant surroundings to simulate field
conditions
Volume dB(A) @
1m
75
90
Quantity
per
zone
32 max
32 max
Loading
zone)
(max 32 per
1 SLU
1 SLU
Note that quantities of other device types need to be included as well, so see the relevant sections for each device
for their loadings.
The above readings are taken at 1 meter in standard reverberant surroundings to simulate field conditions.
Weatherproof Soundpoint
The weatherproof Soundpoint is similar to the standard Soundpoint, except that it is rated at IP55.
Fix the surface back box carefully to a flat vertical surface, making sure to not compromise the IP rating of the
housing.
Ensure that you use suitable cable glands to terminate the cables in order to maintain the IP rating
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Twinflex Hipoint
Installation 1st Stage
The Hipoint is compatible only with Twinflex control panels and their associated detection and alarm equipment
and may be installed on the same zone as other Twinflex devices.
Fix the back box to a flat vertical surface using at least two of the four
mounting holes provided. Cables may have access through the
20mm knockouts at the top & bottom of the box, and may then be
terminated directly into the terminals according to the terminal labels.
2
Connections
TWINFLEX HI POINT
CONTROL PANEL
TWINFLEX HI POINT
EARTH
EARTH
OV
OV
LINE OUT
+VE
LINE IN +VE
NOT CONNECTED
NOT CONNECTED
EARTH
EARTH
OV
OV
LINE OUT
+VE
LINE IN +VE
NOT CONNECTED
NOT CONNECTED
ZONE +VE
ZONE -VE
EARTH
Power Up
The Hipoint requires approximately one minute on power-up to boot-up its processor and settle down to normal
operation. Do not test the sounder during this time.
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ON
SWITCH OFF
O N
SWITCH ON
EOL Signal
Sounder Volume
Sound Pattern
1
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
Note: Early Rafiki Twinflex Flashpoints utilised different dil switch settings. The EOL switch will be identified on the
label affixed to the device, ie, SW4 =EOL or SW1=EOL
The sound level readings above are taken at 1 meter in standard reverberant surroundings to simulate field
conditions
Volume dB(A) @
1m
75
90
Quantity
per
zone
32 max
32 max
Loading
zone)
(max 32 per
1 SLU
1 SLU
Note that quantities of other device types need to be included as well, so see the relevant sections on that device
for their loadings.
The above readings are taken at 1 meter in standard reverberant surroundings to simulate field conditions.
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The cabling should be 2 core 1.5 mm screened and fire resistant, of an MICC or FP200 equivalent type and is to
be in the form of a 2-core radial circuit from the control panel to the last device. Do not spur from the circuit.
The output module requires a 24V DC supply, which may me derived from the main control panel, or from a
separate Power Supply Unit with a suitable battery backup and fault monitoring.
Please remember that all high voltage testing must be carried out before the installation of any electronic devices
as this may cause damage. The installer needs to provide proof of zone continuity readings etc., to enable
commissioning to proceed. Use the form provided at the rear of this manual to record your readings.
Connections
No
Description
Label.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
ZONE +ve
Zone +ve
Zone 0v
Zone 0v
Earth
Earth
Relay NC
Relay C
Relay NO
Fault A
Fault B
24V +ve
0V
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Power Up
The Output Module requires approximately one minute on power up to boot up its processor and settle down to
normal operation. Do not test the module during this time.
O N
ON
SWITCH ON
SWITCH OFF
EOL Signal
LED Indication.
State
fire
fault
normal
Fault LED
ON
OFF
Active LED
ON
OFF
Testing
The Output Module should first be tested with an electronic test meter set to its continuity setting to check that the
relay contacts change state when the Control Panel is set into alarm.
Next prove the operation of the fault input using a wire link to clear the fault and removing the link to generate the
fault.
Finally connect the output module to the equipment to which you wish to interface. The Twinflex control panel may
then be set into the fire state to check that the interface has the desired effect on the equipment to which you have
connected it. A fault should also be generated on this equipment to check that the Twinflex control panel
acknowledges it correctly.
Loading.
Description
Standard
Quantity
per
zone
32 max
Loading
zone)
(max 32 per
1 SLU
Note that quantities of other device types need to be included as well, so see the relevant sections for each device
for their loadings.
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Function
24V DC power supply
Silence, reset, evacuate, fire and fault
Per zone indication required
Example Total
Example 8 zone
repeater
2
5
8
15
Please remember that all high voltage testing must be carried out before the installation of any electronic devices
as this may cause damage. The installer needs to provide proof of zone continuity readings etc., to enable
commissioning to proceed.
Connections
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Operation
In the event of a fire state being active on one of the main control panel zones, the common fire LEDs and the
relevant zone led will light up, and the buzzer will sound.
Turning the key switch to the on position enables the controls buttons for Silence Alarms, Reset System and
Sound Alarms. If these controls are not required then do not connect the terminals labelled EVAC, SIL and
RESET.
Testing
Simply ensure that the relevant zone indications occur by activating each zone in turn at the main control panel
and by creating a fault. The controls may be tested at the same time by silencing and resetting from the repeater
panel.
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General Operation
Introduction
This section describes the operation of the panel in response to fire and fault conditions, operator actions required
to process alarms and restore the panel to the normal state, and engineering functions such as testing and
system configuration.
The panel controls and indicators are largely the same for the 2/4 and the 8 zone panels, but there are a few
differences. Eg, the 8 zone panel uses a key switch for Access Level 2 (User) entry, whereas the 2/4 zone panels
use a code entry.
Access Levels
The system access levels are set into three access levels as follows. For simple indication the status of the
Controls Enabled LED will show the level selected as follows;
Access
Level
Description
2/4z Panel
Codes
8z Panel Codes
1
2
3
Normal
User
Engineer
OFF
ON
FLASHING
ACCESS 514
ACCESS 5244
Key Switch
ACCESS 5244
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DISABLE ALARMS
DISABLE
ALARMS
DISABLE
REMOTE FIRE
SOUND
ALARMS
RESET
SYSTEM
SILENCE
ALARMS
DISABLE
ZONE
TEST ZONE
LAMP TEST
ALT
ACCESS
CONTROLS
ENABLED
SOUNDER FAULT
SYSTEM FAULT
ALARMS SILENCED
BUZZER SILENCED
EARTH FAULT
POWER FAULT
POWER
FAULT/DISABLE/TEST
ALARMS DISABLED
POWER
FAULT/DISABLE
ON
POWER
FAULT
FIRE
CONTROLS ENABLED
EARTH
FAULT
ZONE
FIRE
SOUNDER SYSTEM
FAULT FAULT
DISABLE ZONE
SILENCE
BUZZER
ZONE LOCATION
TEST ZONE
LAMP TEST
DETECTOR ALARM
ZONE ALARM
ZONE FAULT/DISABLE/TEST
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ACCESS
DISABLE ALARMS
DISABLE
ZONE
TEST ZONE
SILENCE
BUZZER
TEST ZONE
DISABLE
ALARMS
ZONE
DISABLE ZONE
DISABLE
REMOTE FIRE
LAMP TEST
ALT/6
ACCESS
SOUND
ALARMS
REMOTE ALARM
RESET
SYSTEM
FAULT / DISABLE
SILENCE
ALARMS
DETECTOR ALARM
EARTH
FAULT
SOUNDER FAULT
SYSTEM FAULT
ALARMS SILENCED
BUZZER SILENCED
EARTH FAULT
POWER FAULT
ALARMS DISABLED
POWER
POWER
FAULT/DISABLE/TEST
FIRE
CONTROLS ENABLED
CONTROLS
ENABLED
POWER
FAULT
SOUNDER SYSTEM
FAULT FAULT
FIRE
ACTIVE
LAMP TEST
ACCESS
ZONE ALARM
ZONE FAULT/DISABLE/TEST
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LED Indication
The operation of the LED indication on the front of the control panel is described below.
Description
Colou
r
State
Reason
1.
FIRE
Red
Continuous
2.
DETECTOR ALARM
Red
Flashing
3.
Red
Continuous
4.
FAULT
Amber
Continuous
5.
DISABLE
Amber
Continuous
6.
TEST
Amber
Continuous
7.
FAULT/DISABLE/TEST
Amber
Flashing at same
time as buzzer.
and
FAULT
Flashing twice in
between buzzer
pulses.
8.
FAULT/DISABLE/TEST
and
9.
Continuous
Amber
Continuous
TEST
10
.
Red
Continuous
11
.
Amber
Flashing
Amber
Continuous
suppression
The Remote Fire Output (monitored relay circuit) is
disabled.
Red
Continuous
and
12
.
13
.
FAULT
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Amber
DISABLE
FAULT/DISABLE/TEST
and
DISABLE
SOUNDER FAULT
Amber
Continuous
15
.
SYSTEM FAULT
Amber
Continuous
16
.
EARTH FAULT
Amber
Continuous
17
.
POWER FAULT
Amber
Continuous
Flashing
18
.
POWER
Green
Continuous
19
.
BUZZER SILENCED
Amber
Continuous
20
.
ALARMS SILENCED
Amber
Continuous
21
.
ALARMS DISABLED
Amber
Continuous
22
.
CONTROLS ENABLED
Amber
Off
Flashing
Continuous
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42
2.
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2.
2.
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1.
2.
To Enter Access Level 3 Engineer mode (all panels) Ensure control panel is in Access Level 2 (user)
1.
Press ACCESS
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Press 1
Or,
If the setting displayed is already
as you require then press
nothing until the system times
out (~15 seconds).
Type
Common Alarm
Two
Alarm
1.
Press 3
Stage
Description
All sounders activated in any alarm condition
- Factory
Default
Sounders in the zone of alarm origin will sound continuously, all other
zones will pulse intermittently.
2.
Or,
Press nothing until the system
times out.
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Type
Class Change 10s
Default
- Factory
Indication
None
Activations
Sounders
Fire, Remote
Input
None
Fire
Remote Alarm
Fire, Remote
Input
Fire
1.
Press 5
Time
10 seconds
nonlatching
Nonlatching
Nonlatching
Nonlatching
2.
Or,
Press nothing until the system
times out.
2.
3.
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Programming Summary
Relevant Panels
Plus
Access Level 2 User (These functions are described on the control panel overlay adjacent to the relevant button)
Enter AL2 (User) from
Controls Enabled Light will come on
Access 514.
AL1 (Normal)
continuously.
Enter AL2 (User) from
Controls Enabled Light will come on
Turn key on.
AL1 (Normal)
continuously.
Exit AL2 (User) to AL1
Controls Enabled Light will go off.
Access 514.
(Normal)
Exit AL2 (User) to AL1
Controls Enabled Light will go off.
Turn key off
(Normal)
Silence the alarm
The alarm sounders will silence.
Silence
sounders
Reset the control panel to
The control panel will reset if all devices are
Reset
clear activations
free of alarm.
Silence the fault buzzer
The buzzer will silence and the Buzzer
Silence Buzzer
until a further fault occurs
Silenced light will come on.
Set or remove a zone
The zone Fault/disable/test light and the
Test Zone followed by the
from Test Mode
general Test light will come on or go off
number of the required zone, ie,
accordingly.
3.
Disable or enable the
The Remote Fire Fault/Disable light will
Access & Disable Remote
Remote Fire Output
come on or go off accordingly.
Fire
Disable or enable the
The Alarms Disabled light will come on or go
Access & Disable Alarms
alarm sounders
off accordingly.
Disable or enable a Zone
The Disabled light and the relevant
Access & Disable Zone,
Fault/disable/test light will come on or go off
followed by the zone number
accordingly.
required, ie 3
Lamp Test
All the lights will come on until the Lamp Test
Lamp Test, and hold for 5
button is released
seconds
Access Level 3 - Engineer (The functions override those described on the control panel overlay)
Enter AL3 (Engineer)
Controls Enabled Light will flash and buzzer
Access 5244
from A2 (User)
will pulse.
Exit AL3 (Engineer) to
Controls Enabled Light will come on
Access
AL2 (User)
continuously.
Program the number of
The zone lights will show the existing setting
1 followed by the number of
active zones
before the zone selection is made. The panel
zones required, ie 3 for zones
will turn off the unused zones
1, 2 & 3 active.
Alarm Configuration
The zone lights will show the existing setting
3 followed by;
before the selection is made;
1 - common alarm or,
2 - 2 stage alarm
Alarm Input Configuration
The zone lights will show the existing setting
5 followed by;
before the selection is made;
1 - timed class change,
2 - remote fire, no output
3 - class change
4 - remote fire
Zone Mode
The zone lights will show the existing setting
Access & 1, followed by the
before the zone selection is made;
zone number requiring a change
Zone light on Dwelling Zone
of state, ie 3
Zone light off Communal Zone
Repeater Configuration
The zone lights will show the existing setting
Access & 2, followed by; 1
before the zone selection is made;
Fire alarm outputs,
2 Confirmation outputs
Confirmation Time
The zone lights will show the existing setting
Access & 3, followed by 1-5
before the zone selection is made;
minutes, ie 2
Disable or enable a Zone
The Disabled light and the relevant
Access & 5, followed by the
Fault/disable/test light will come on or go off
zone number required, ie 3
accordingly.
Standard
Notes
8 zone
Action
2/4 zone
Description
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Checkpoint Plus
Introduction
The instructions in this section apply only to the Checkpoint Plus versions of the Twinflex control panels
and are supplementary to the rest of this manual.
The Checkpoint Plus technology has been designed primarily to address the problem of unwanted alarms
in apartment blocks or Houses of Multiple Occupancy (HMO).
The Checkpoint Plus facility enables certain detector alarms to be checked, or confirmed, before the entire
system is activated. Further more, a local (at that detector) or zonal Alarm Confirmation Warning sound is
given, allowing any persons nearby to check the area for a possible fire. If the cause of the alarm is
removed (i.e., burnt toast or a dust cloud) then the Alarm Confirmation Warning will cease and the system
returns to normal. If the cause of the alram is still present at the end of the confirmation time then the entire
system enters a full alarm state.
System planning prior to installation is essential, as certain zones need to be cabled separately, in order
that they may be configured for Dwelling (delayed) or Communal (instant). I.e., The stairwell and
communal corridors in a block of apartments will need to be wired on separate zones to the apartments.
If there is any doubt please refer to your supplier.
Zone Modes
Each zone on the system can be separately configured as an Instant (normal) zone, or as a Delayed
zone. Instant zones should be used for communal areas in apartment blocks and for escape routes such
as stairwells, where normal fire alarm operation is detected. Delayed zones introduce an Alarm
Confirmation Delay to a smoke or heat detector alarm on a zone, for use within apartments and other
areas where unwanted alarms are likely to be a problem. Manual Call Points always give instant operation,
whichever type of zone they may be a part of.
FLAT
FLAT
FLAT
FLAT
FLAT
FLAT
FLAT
FLAT
CORRIDOR
FLAT
FLAT
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FLAT
FLAT
FLAT
FLAT
FLAT
FLAT
FLAT
CORRIDOR
FLAT
FLAT
The Drawing below shows a larger apartment with several Multipoint detectors. The apartment should be
cabled on its own zone and the Alarm Confirmation Alarm should be set to operate in a Zonal manner, so
that all persons within the apartment are alerted.
BED
BED
BATH BED
BATH
HALL
KIT
HALL
CORRIDOR
LOUNGE
BED
KIT
LOUNGE
The detector DIL switch number 2 may be used to enable the Logical Link which links the operation of the
sounder to that individual detector whilst in confirmation warning stage. If this is set to the off position the
Alarm Confirmation Warning will sound in the entire zone.
1
Logical Link *
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2
0
1
Description
All sounders activated in any alarm condition
- Factory Default
Multipoint detector will start the alarm confirmation time when in alarm, with either
local or zonal warning sound depending on the setting of the logical Link (Switch 2)
on that device.
1.
2.
3.
4.
then;
Press nothing until the system
times out.
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2.
3.
Or,
If the setting displayed is already
as you require then press
nothing until the system times
out.
Type
Fire Repeat
Confirmation Repeat
Description
Repeater outputs active in the fire state only
Factory Default
Repeater outputs active in the alarm confirmation state only
1.
2.
3.
Or,
If the setting displayed is already
as you require then press
nothing until the system times
out.
See the Programming summary shown previously for more concise instructions.
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1.
Ensure that none of the field wiring is connected. This is not essential but it helps to
build up the system in sections when commissioning a system for the first time.
2.
3.
The control panel takes approximately half a minute to boot up its processor. When
this is complete the empty zones should all indicate a fault. This is correct.
4.
Program the number of active zone required, and any other settings needed.
5.
Add the last device on to each zone, ensuring that its EOL signal is switched on.
Connect the zones into the control panel and ensure that the fault lights clear as each
zone is connected.
6.
Add the additional devices in one at a time, allowing each one to clear from fault
(approximately half a minute).
7.
Connect all other circuits and ensure that they are fault free.
There is no need directly to build the system up in sections in this manner, but we recommend this method
as good engineering practice to provide a controlled process of building up the system in blocks.
Commissioning
Commissioning the Twinflex system involves programming and testing the system for correct operation.
It is essential that every device is tested in every mode of operation, and that all programmed actions are
observed for correct operation. This includes the smoke testing of smoke detectors, heat testing of heat
detectors, testing of Manual Call Points, testing of all inputs, testing of all sounders and outputs, and fault
testing of detectors by head removal.
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Fault Finding
Summary of Faults
Intermittent Zone Fault
1.
2.
Too many Hatari sounders on a zone. Remove some or adjust sound levels down.
3.
EOL resistor has been fitted. Remove and use the correct dil switch on the device.
4.
Interference from old or flickering fluorescent lights, low voltage transformers, or general
(less common). Ensure cable is screened and install a Ferrite core on the zone cables.
Ensure detector is away from light.
5.
Dirty, or contaminated optical chambers (MK3). Replace with a new optical chamber.
6.
7.
8.
More than one EOL switched on (panel LED flashing faster than buzzer). Remove the EOL
device to see if the system enter fault as normal. If the system stays clear then another device is
set to EOL and this must be found and switched off.
9.
Earth fault. Ensure that all system earths are intact and not shorting to any other cables.
More than one EOL switched on (panel LED flashing faster than buzzer). Remove the EOL
device to see if the system enter fault as normal. If the system stays clear then another device is
set to EOL and this must be found and switched off.
2.
No EOL signal detected by panel (LED flashing at the same rate as buzzer). Switch the EOL on
at the last device.
3.
O/C or S/C on zone cables. Remove the zone cable from the control panel and check with an
electrical test meter (not a high voltage insulation test).
4.
5.
Interference from old or flickering fluorescent lights, low voltage transformers, or general (less
common). Ensure cable is screened and install a Ferrite core on the zone cables. Ensure
Dirty or contaminated optical chambers (MK3). Replace with a new optical chamber.
7.
8.
Faulty Zone at control panel (20-30 volts healthy, 1-20 volts faulty, 0 volts zone switched off). Re
9.
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2.
Incorrectly set smoke detector (smoke is not suitable for kitchens, bathrooms, boiler rooms etc.,
however, SM3 may be suitable outside a bathroom or kitchen but the individual situation needs to
be looked at very carefully). Incorrectly set heat detector (HM1 is not suitable for kitchens, and
HM3 should be kept for hotter areas such as plant rooms)
Faulty detector. Replace with a new one.
3.
st
4.
Detector software crashed (generally only on 1 power up of a new system). Faults and fires
generated rapidly and at random, across whole system (very scary). Power whole system down
for five minutes in order to drain detector capacitors, so that they may reboot on power up.
5.
Ensure that the Optical Chamber is installed when the system is powered up, or a fault
condition will be generated. This could translate into a false alarm, depending on the
state of the detector.
General Faults
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1.
Sounder fault led this only activates for a fault on the conventional sounder circuit so check for
O/C, S/C and 4k7 EOL resistor
2.
Remote Fire Output fault led this only activates for a fault on the Remote Fire Output so check
for O/C, S/C and 4k7 EOL resistor. Check also that the relay used has the correct polarisation
and suppression diodes installed
3.
System Fault LED This will light after a CPU reset and will be cleared by a silence and reset at
AL2. If this does not clear the fault then reprogram all panel settings to a different value and back
again (ie, no of zones to 2, then back to 3) in order to re write all the settings to memory. This will
clear the fault
4.
Power fault flashing (mains fault) Check that the 230V AC mains supply is live and the fuses
are healthy.
5.
Power fault continuous (battery or charger fault) Check that the correct batteries are installed,
the fuse has not blown and that the mains supply is live
6.
Earth fault. One of the circuits is connected to ground. Remove them one at a time until the
relevant circuit is found, following which an electronic test meter may be used to track the
problem.
7.
In order to prove whether the fault is control panel based or within in the field & wiring, swap the
wires from the zone in fault with those in a clear zone (active but no fault) at the control panel.
If the fault moves with the wiring then the fault is in the field, if the fault stays on the same zone
then the fault is in the control panel.
2.
Reason
The control panel is receiving too many EOL signals or a device is in fault.
Reason
20 second flash
5 second flash
The detector is in fault, check for dust contamination and that the optical chamber is
locked on correctly.
The detector has triggered into the fire state and is not yet reset. Check for smoke
and contamination.
0.3
second
continuous
or
Reason
No LED
The MCP is operating normally, or is not powered at all. Test the MCP to clarify.
5 second flash
The MCP has triggered into the fire state and is not yet reset.
Reason
No LEDs
The O/P module is operating normally, or is not powered at all. Test the module by
making the fault loop open- circuit to clarify.
The module is in fault, check for continuity of fault loop, and check 24v DC supply is
present.
The module has been triggered from the control panel and has not yet been reset.
Yellow LED
Red LED
3.
flash
The control panel is not receiving an EOL signal. Could be o/c, s/c or no EOL
If steps 1. and 2. do not clarify the matter then split the zone wiring at a suitable mid point,
removing the outgoing cables from the terminals completely, and then setting the EOL switch to
the on position before reassembling that device.
If the fault clears then it is after that point, but if the fault persists then it is before that point.
The split may then be moved in the relevant direction, halving the remaining devices, and the
procedure repeated until the fault is found.
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Advanced Connections
Monitored Relays on the Remote Fire Output
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CONNECT THE COMMON FIRE RELAY OF THE 3RD PARTY PANEL INTO THE ALARM
INPUT OF THE TWINFLEX V3 PANEL, SELECTING MODE 2 ALARM INPUT OPERATION.
IF THE ALARM ORIGIONATED AT THE 3RD PARTY PANEL, THEN RESETTING THIS WILL
ALSO RESET THE TWINFLEX PANEL.
COM
ALARM I/P
AUX 0V
FIRE RELAY
3RD PARTY
CONTROL
PANEL
FIRE RELAY
TWINFLEX
CONTROL
PANEL
N/O
IF THE 3RD PARTY PANEL HAS A CLASS CHANGE CONNECTION THEN CONNECT THIS
TO THE FIRE RELAY OF THE TWINFLEX V3 PANEL, SELECTING MODE 2 ALARM INPUT
OPERATION.
IF THE ALARM ORIGIONATED AT THE TWINFLEX PANEL, THEN RESETTING THIS WILL
ALSO RESET THE 3RD PARTY PANEL.
N/O
CLASS
CHANGE
INPUT
COM
.
.
.
OR
.
.
.
N/C
-VE
COM
COIL
--
NC
NO
COM
NC
24V FIRE RELAY
+VE
FR
-VE
ZONE
EOL
NO
+VE
4K7
IF THE 3RD PARTY PANEL DOES NOT HAVE A CLASS CHANGE CONNECTION THEN
CONNECT THE REMOTE FIRE OUTPUT OF THE TWINFLEX V3 PANEL TO A ZONE ON
THE 3RD PARTY PANEL, SELECTING MODE 2 ALARM INPUT OPERATION.
IF THE ALARM ORIGIONATED AT THE 3RD PARTY PANEL BOTH PANELS WILL NEED TO
BE RESET, BUT IN ANY ORDER AS THE TWINFLEX PANEL WILL NOT OPERATE ITS
RELAY IF IT RECEIVES THE INPUT FROM THE 3RD PARTY PANEL.
FR = FIRING RESISTOR
EOL = EOL RESISTOR
*SEE
3RD
PARTY
PANEL INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FURTHER DETAILS
The second control panel could, of course, be another Twinflex control panel.
Only a maximum of two panels should be connected in this way. If more than two control panels are to be
interlinked contact your supplier for details. However, if all the control panels are Twinflex V3 control panels
then see below.
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In order to interconnect a number of Twinflex control panels together connect them as shown above. This
will ensure that all cables are monitored, and system lock-up will be avoided.
This is suitable for all V3 control panels, and the V2 eight zone control panel. If any other versions of
Twinflex control panel are to be interlinked please contact your supplier for further details.
The control panel at which the alarm condition originated will show the relevant zonal fire indication.
Resetting this control panel will reset all control panels.
All other control panels will show common and remote fire indication only. These control panels may be
reset individually if required.
Ensure that the Remote Alarm Input is programmed for Mode 4 operation.
The configuration shown above will cause the entire system to reset when the panel in alarm is Reset. If it
is required that the system wide reset should follow the Silence command then use the conventional
sounder circuit (Bell Output) instead of the Remote Fire Output.
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Technical Data
Control Panel Specification
2/4 Zone Panel
Dimensions (mm)
Weight (excluding batteries)
Construction
Cable Entry
Cable type
Detection zones
Devices per zone
Device Protocol
Monitored sounder circuits
Monitored relay circuits
Relays on board
Operating standard
Operating temperature
8 Zone Panel
900 mA
110 mA
2 x 12V 2.1 Ah
2 x 12V 2.1 Ah
250 mA
500 mA
250 mA
8 Zone Panel
230V AC +10% -15%
3A
24V DC
550 mA
<4V DC
O
27.6 V DC @ 20 C
2 x 12V 3.3Ah
2 x 12V 7.2Ah
250 mA
30V DC
1A
4K7
1A
4K7
250 mA
1A
50 mA sink (do not exceed a total of 280 mA)
Volt free SPCO contacts 1A 30V max
Volt free SPCO contacts 1A 30V max
32 SLU max per zone
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8 Zone Panel
With Sounder
Dimensions (mm)
105 diameter x 61.5H
Weight
0.27Kg
Operating voltage
18 35V DC (28V DC nominal)
Operating current (detector)
60 uA (quiescent), 39mA (alarm)
Operating current (sounder)
0 (quiescent)
0 (quiescent), 7mA (alarm)
O
O
Operating environment
-10 C to +50 C
Ingress Protection
IP21
Sounder alarm levels
90 dB(A) (high), 75 dB(A) (low)
Indication
Red flashing LED: 20s (normal), 5s (EOL), 1.3s (fault), on (active)
Device Protocol
Rafiki Twinflex
Loading
1 SLU (hi or lo volume)
Note: when a detector goes into alarm condition in a particular zone, all the other detectors in that zone are
disabled, so only the sounders in that zone draw extra current.
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Sounder / Beacon
Dimensions (mm)
Weight
Operating voltage
Operating current (sounder)
Operating current (Beacon)
Operating environment
Ingress Protection
Sounder alarm levels
Indication
Device Protocol
Loading
Weatherproof
IP55
85 dB(A) (high), 75 dB(A) (low)
Red flashing LED: 5s (EOL)
Rafiki Twinflex
1 SLU (lo or hi volume)
Twinflex Hi Point
Sounder
Dimensions (mm)
Weight
Operating voltage
Operating current (sounder)
Operating environment
Ingress Protection
Sounder alarm levels
Indication
Device Protocol
Loading
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16 Zone Repeater
4 Band Codes
1st Digit
2nd Digit
Multiplier
Tolerance
-
5 Band Codes
1st Digit
2nd Digit
3rd Digit
Multiplier
Tolerance
Colour
Black
Brown
Red
Orange
Yellow
Green
Blue
Violet
Grey
White
Gold
Silver
Digit
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
-
Multiplier
1
10
100
1 000
10 000
100 000
1 000 000
0.1
0.001
Technical Support
For further technical support please contact your distributor. Do not call the Rafiki Protection technical
support department unless your distributor has first given their advice and attempted to rectify the issue.
Technical support will not be available if the instruction manual has not been read and understood. Please
have this instruction manual available whenever you call for technical support.
Due to the complexity and inherent importance of a life risk type system then training on this equipment is
essential, and commissioning should only be carried out by competent persons.
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Battery Calculations
Where:
IS = Standby Current
IA = Alarm Current
MP = Multi Point Detector
Quantity
IS (mA)
12.000
12.000
30.000
0.065
0.065
0.105
0.105
0.190
0.105
0.105
0.500
0.450
Tot IS (mA)
IA (mA)
62.000
82.000
125.000
39.000
55.000
5.000
16.000
19.000
16.000
16.000
15.000
0.450
Tot IA (mA)
ADD
Totals
Times (hrs)
IAtot (mA) B
Alarm (hrs) D
IStot (mA) A
Standby (hrs)
C
IS (mAh) E
IA (mAh) F
E+F=G
G / 1000 = H
H x 1.25 = J
Quantity
IS (mA)
5.000
Tot IS (mA)
IA (mA)
15.000
ADD
Totals
Times (hrs)
Current required (mAh)
Total Current (mAh)
Total Current (Ah)
Battery requirement (Ah)
IStot (mA) K
Standby
(hrs)M
IS (mAh) O
IAtot (mA) L
Alarm (hrs) D
IA (mAh) P
O+P=R
R / 1000 = S
S x 1.25 = T
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J+T=U
Tot IA (mA)
Installation Checklist
Use the following checklist to ensure that your work is correct and that the commissioning engineer has the
necessary information to complete the commissioning of the system
If you require a commissioning visit the engineer will require this sheet, along with Zone Continuity and
Insulation Test Results and correctly marked as-wired drawings, before attending site to commission the
system.
Stage 1
Description
Installation
Engineer Checked
Commissioning
Engineer Checked
Stage 2
Depending on the terms of your contract, you may also be required to carry out Stage 2.
Description
Installation
Engineer Checked
Commissioning
Engineer Checked
Installation Company:
Testing Engineer:
Signature:
Date:
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Commissioning Checklist
The following checklist may be used to ensure that all steps are taken. This is not a BS5839 certificate and
serves as a reminder only and may need additional items added to suit your working practices.
Step 1
Description
Panel powered up (240V ac Mains first, then batteries). Nothing else
connected. All zones showing fault.
Program the number of Active zones required, check that zones not required
are clear of fault.
Low voltage multimeter test of cables to show no inter-core short circuits.
End of Line device installed with EOL switch in the ON position, and
connected to the relevant zone. The zone fault should clear. Repeat for all
zones.
Remainder of devices added one at a time, with DIL switches set, device
installed and then allowed aprox 30 - 50 secs to clear fault condition.
All faults (device, input, output, EOL, battery, etc,) cleared from control panel.
Step 2
Control panel programmed for any additional features.
All other cables connected and clear of fault
Step 3
Correct operation of all input devices tested, ie, detectors, manual call points
and inputs.
Correct operation of all output devices tested, ie, sounders, relays and
outputs
Correct operation of all programmed actions tested, ie, instant alarms,
confirmation alarms, two stage alarms
Step 4
System Manuals completed, zone chart or zone list displayed.
End user or responsible person trained and user manual issued.
Commissioning
Company:
Commissioning
Engineer:
Signature:
Date:
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Commissioning
Engineer Checked
Z5
Z6
Z7
Z8
A reading of approximately 1 ohm per 100 meters of 1.5 mm cable is expected and any significant
variation from this should be investigated. If the above readings are satisfactorily showing circuit continuity
then you may also take the reading below, remembering to remove your temporary link at the last device.
Core
Z6
Z7
Z8
+ve to -ve
+ve to Earth
-ve to Earth
Screen to mains Earth: with scrn
disconnected from panel
Others . .
A reading in excess of 1 M ohm is expected and any significant variation from this should be investigated. If
the readings are satisfactory then the loop wiring is largely proven other than for faults such as complete
polarity reversal.
Installation Company:
Testing Engineer:
Signature:
Date:
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Important Notes
It is a requirement of the Workplace Regulations that your Fire Alarm System must be regularly
serviced by competent persons.
FIRE ALARM COMPANY: _________________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS: _____________________________________________________________________________________
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Operation
When the detector within your area activates it will initially only operate the sounders within your
own area for a predetermined Confirmation time.
At the end of the Confirmation time the system will check the detector again to see if the
activation has cleared. If so then the sounders will silence and no further action need be taken.
If, however, the detector is still activated then the entire system will go into alarm, operating all
the sounders on the system.
Action Required
If you think that you may have accidentally set off the fire alarms then check the following:
If the fire alarm within your area only is sounding, then check your own area for the cause of the
alarm. If this proves to be a false alarm due to dust, cooking fumes, steam, cigarette smoke, etc,
then clear the smoke from the area in order to allow the system to reset itself after a few
minutes. If this happens then no further action is required.
If you discover a genuine fire, or the fire alarms in the communal areas are also sounding, then
follow the buildings fire procedures for evacuation, activating the nearest Fire Alarm manual call
point on the way out.
Do not attempt to put out the fire unless it is safe to do so.
Further Information
Further information will be located adjacent to the Main Fire Alarm Control Panel, or may be
obtained from either the person responsible for building maintenance or from the Fire Alarm
Company responsible for maintaining the Fire Alarm System.
Important Points
Use a 2-core 1.5mm2 and earth/screen fire rated cable similar to
FP200 or MICC (page 10).
Connect all the devices including sounders in a radial circuit from
the control panel, ending at the last device. Do not spur from this
circuit. (page 11).
Make sure that the earth cables are sleeved, connected together and
connected to earth at the control panel (page 10).
Do not use an End Of Line resistor, each device generates an
EOL signal; simply switch it on (page 19).
Do not use an EOL resistor on unused zones; switch the zone off
(page 46).
How to go about the commissioning (page 53).
3 simple steps to fault finding (page 57).
Keep the detector clean, dust and contamination will result in faults
and false alarms, use the dust cover until the site is clean and dust
free. (page 21).
Leave a copy of the User Instructions by the panel, and make sure
you have explained its operation carefully to the relevant persons
(the User, not contractors or their agents). (page 70).
If you have any further queries, please contact your supplier for further information.
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