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FAS-420

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Table of Contents
1

General

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1.1

Introduction

6

1.2

Safety Instructions

6

1.3

Warranty

6

1.4

Copyright

7

1.5

Disposal

7

2

Technical Specifications

8

2.1

Product Description

8

2.2

Areas of Application

10

2.3

System Overview

12

2.4

Functions

13

2.5

FAS-420 Series Aspirating Smoke Detectors and Accessories

15

2.5.1

Overview

15

2.5.2

FAS-420 Connections

16

2.5.3

FAS-420-TP1/FAS-420-TP2 Displays

16

2.5.4

FAS-420-TT1/FAS-420-TT2 Displays

17

2.5.5

FAS-ASD-DIAG Diagnostic Software

18

2.5.6

Remote Indicators

18

2.5.7

Device Mounting

19

2.5.8

Measures for Reducing Operating Noise

19

2.6

Pipe System Components

20

2.6.1

Overview

20

2.6.2

Air sampling openings

21

2.6.3

Ceiling Lead-through

22

2.6.4

Air-Return Pipe for Pressure Areas and Atmospheric Loads

23

2.6.5

Water Separator for Humid Areas

24

2.6.6

Detonation Safety Barrier for Potentially Explosive Areas

25

2.7

Scope of Delivery: Smoke Aspiration System

26

2.8

Technical Specifications

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2.8.1

FAS-420 Aspirating Smoke Detector series

28

2.8.2

FAS-420 Aspirating Smoke Detector series -SL Variants

29

2.8.3

Pipe system

30

2.8.4

Smoke Aspiration System Components

30

3

Planning

32

3.1

Regulations

32

3.2

Principles of Pipe Planning

33

3.3

Airflow Monitoring

36

3.4

Defining the Response Sensitivity

37

3.5

Planning Limits

38

3.6

Standard Pipe Planning

39

3.6.1

Determining the Necessary Accessories

39

3.6.2

Pipe Planning with Pipe Accessories

39

3.7

Pipe Planning for Single-Hole Monitoring

46

3.8

Simplified Pipe Planning

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3.9

Planning for Long Pipe Feed Lines

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3.10

Planning with Acceleration Openings

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3.11

Planning for Forced Airflow

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3.12

Power Supply

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4

Installing the Aspirating Smoke Detector

64

4.1

General

64

4.2

Installing the Detector Module

64

4.3

Settings on the Unit Motherboard

65

4.3.1

Setting the Detector Address

65

4.3.2

Setting the Fan Voltage

66

4.3.3

Setting the Fan Voltage (SL Variant)

66

4.3.4

Number of Detector Modules

66

4.4

Installing the Unit

67

4.5

Connection to the Fire Panel

70

4.5.1

Electrical Connection

70

4.5.2

LSN Configuration

71

4.5.3

Parameter Settings via RPS (Remote Programming Software)

71

4.6

Connecting an External Detector Alarm Display

72

4.7

Data Logging

72

4.8

Replacing a Detector Module

72

5

Installation of the Pipe System

74

5.1

Length Change of the Pipe System

75

5.2

Air Sampling Openings

76

5.3

Ceiling Lead-through

77

5.4

Monitoring with Forced Airflow

78

5.4.1

Detection at Intake and Exhaust Openings

78

5.4.2

Detection in the Bypass

78

5.5

Air Filter

79

5.5.1

Installing the Air Filter Box

79

5.5.2

Filter Change on the Air Filter Box

79

5.6

Air-return Pipe

80

5.7

Three-way Tap

81

5.8

FAS-ASD-WS Water Separator

82

5.9

Detonation Safety Barrier

83

5.10

Test Adapter

83

6

Commissioning

85

6.1

Preparation

85

6.2

Calibrating the Airflow Sensor

86

6.2.1

Air-Pressure-Independent Calibration

86

6.2.2

Air-Pressure-Dependent Calibration

87

6.3

Testing the Detector Module and Alarm Transmission

87

6.4

Checking Malfunction Transmission

88

6.5

Checking Airflow Monitoring

88

6.6

FAS-420 Functional Test

89

6.6.1

Preparations for the Functional Test

89

6.6.2

Conducting the Functional Test

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Maintenance

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7.1

Visual check

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7.2

Flash Code Table

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7.2.1

1 Flash - Error: Internal Voltage Monitoring 1

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7.2.2

2 Flashes - Error: Internal Voltage Monitoring 2

92

7.2.3

3 Flashes - Error: Fan Voltage Monitoring

92

7.2.4

4 Flashes - Error: Air Pressure Correction Voltage Monitoring

93

7.2.5

5 Flashes - Error: Programming Error

94

7.2.6

6 Flashes or 7 Flashes - Error: Internal Error 1 or Internal Error 2

94

7.2.7

8 Flashes: Unit Initialization

94

7.3

Detector Module and Alarm Transmission

94

7.4

Pipe system

95

7.5

Check the airflow sensor calibration

95

7.6

Airflow monitoring

97

7.7

Malfunction Transmission

97

7.8

Maintenance Intervals

97

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Appendix

8.1

DIP Switch Settings for Detector Addresses

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8.2

Air Pressure Correction Tables for Airflow Sensor Calibration

102

8.2.1

Equipment protection

102

8.2.2

Space Protection (I-pipe System)

103

8.2.3

Space Protection (U, Double U, and H-pipe System)

104

8.3

Planning without filter

105

8.3.1

Without any other pipe accessories

105

8.3.2

With water separator

105

8.3.3

With detonation safety barrier

106

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8.4

Planning with air filter

107

8.4.1

Without any other pipe accessories

107

8.4.2

With water separator

107

8.4.3

With detonation safety barrier

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8.5

Commissioning/Service Test Record for Aspirating Smoke Detectors in the FAS-420 series

109

Index

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General

1.1

Introduction
This operation guide describes the smoke aspiration systems featuring FAS-420 series
aspirating smoke detectors and the associated aspiration pipe system.
In this operation guide, the designation FAS-420 refers to all FAS-420 series (FAS-420-TP1,
FAS-420-TP2, FAS-420-TT1 and FAS-420-TT2) as well as all -SL variants. Specific references
are made to differences between the individual versions.

1.2

Safety Instructions
The following symbols identify points in this operation guide that require particular attention
in order to guarantee smooth operation and prevent damage.
NOTICE!
Operational malfunction can be prevented and operational improvements can be achieved by
observing these instructions.

CAUTION!
This symbol warns against actions and behavior which, if disregarded, could cause property
damage.

WARNING!
This symbol warns against actions and behavior which, if disregarded, could cause personal
injury.

1.3

Warranty
This operation guide is subject to technical modification without prior notice and makes no
claim to completeness.
As a rule, our “delivery and installation conditions” apply.
Warranty and liability claims in case of personal injury and property damage cannot be
asserted if they are based on one or more of the following causes:
–

Insufficient attention to the instructions with respect to planning, installation of the
aspirating smoke detector, installation of the pipe system, commissioning and
maintenance

–

Use of the smoke aspiration system contrary to the regulations

–

Insufficient monitoring of wearing parts

–

Faulty repairs

–

Arbitrary constructional changes to the smoke aspiration system

–

Acts of God.

BOSCH Sicherheitssysteme GmbH, hereinafter referred to as BOSCH, assumes no liability for
damage or malfunction arising through failure to comply with this operation guide.
WARNING!
The equipment may only be installed by authorized and qualified personnel!

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Copyright
The copyright to this operation guide remains with BOSCH.
This operation guide is intended exclusively for installation engineers and their employees.
Reprinting this operation guide or extracts thereof is permitted for internal purposes only.

1.5

Disposal
Unusable electrical and electronic devices or modules must not be disposed of with normal
household refuse. They must be disposed of in compliance with the applicable regulations and
directives (e.g. WEEE in Europe).

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Technical Specifications

2.1

Product Description
Aspirating smoke detectors from the FAS-420 series are active fire detection devices that are
connected directly to the Local SecurityNetwork (LSN) "improved version" for early fire
detection. They are used for room and equipment protection as well as for monitoring airconditioning units or ducts.
Local SecurityNetwork (LSN) improved
The FAS-420 series aspirating smoke detectors were developed specifically for connection to
the FPA-5000 Modular Fire Panel and offers the upgraded features of the LSN "improved
version" technology.
–

Flexible network structures, including T-tapping with no additional elements

–

Up to 254 LSN-improved elements per loop or stub line

–

Unshielded cable can be used.

The FAS-420 series also offers all the established benefits of LSN technology. The operating
data and fault messages can be read off the FPA-5000 operating and display unit.
Variants
The FAS-420-TP1, FAS-420-TP2, FAS-420-TP1-SL and FAS-420-TP2-SL variants feature LED
displays indicating operating mode, faults and alarms (the FAS-420-TP2 and FAS-420-TP2-SL
have two alarm displays). The FAS-420-TT1, FAS-420-TT2, FAS-420-TT1-SL and
FAS-420-TT2-SL offer differentiated alarm displays (info, pre and main alarm) as well as a 10segment smoke level display (on the FAS-420-TT2 and FAS-420-TT2-SL, all alarm and smoke
level displays are doubled).
The FAS-420-TP1, FAS-420-TP1-SL, FAS-420-TT1 and FAS-420-TT1-SL variants are each fitted
with a detector module.
The FAS-420-TP2, FAS-420-TP2-SL, FAS-420-TT2 and FAS-420-TT2-SL variants each have two
integrated detector modules. Two aspiration pipes can be connected, enabling two areas to
be monitored. This effectively doubles the monitoring area.
Dual-detector dependency
The use of two detector modules in variants FAS-420-TP2 and FAS-420-TT2 also enables a
dual-detector dependency to be realized. This means that one area can be monitored by two
pipe systems.
Two alarm stages
Alternatively, the FAS-420-TP2 and FAS-420-TT2 can have two alarm stages configured. A pipe
system is connected via a pipe adapter on two detector modules. Selecting different response
sensitivities for the detector modules enables the time-staggered triggering of two main
alarms.
Dual-zone dependency
Connecting to the FPA-5000 Modular Fire Panel and programming using RPS software also
permit a dual-zone dependency.
Sensitivity
Three detector module versions are available for the FAS-420 aspirating smoke detector
series:
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DM-TT-50(80) with a response sensitivity of up to 0.5%/m (0.8%/m) light obscuration

–

DM-TT-10(25) with a response sensitivity of up to 0.1%/m (0.25%/m) light obscuration

–

DM-TT-01(05) with a response sensitivity of up to 0.015%/m (0.05%/m) light obscuration

Depending on the detector module used, the FAS-420-TT1 and FAS-420-TT2 models can
achieve a resolution ten times higher for displaying up to 0.05%/m (0.08%/m), 0.01%/m
(0.025%/m) or 0.0015%/m (0.005%/m) light obscuration. Further sensitivity levels to suit the
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application range can be selected via the RPS programming software.
NOTICE!
The sensitivity value is based on measurements with standard test fires (old value in
brackets).

The new High-Power-Light-Source technology permits a broad detection spectrum over all
standardized fires (for response sensitivity, detection points, see Section 3.4 Defining the
Response Sensitivity, page 37).
LOGIC · SENS
The intelligent signal processing LOGIC · SENS distinguishes between deception variables and
fire events in order to prevent false alarms.
Reliable airflow monitoring
Analogous to point-type smoke detectors, which are monitored electronically for wire breaks
and short-circuits, highly sensitive and dependable airflow monitoring is required for smoke
aspiration systems. The airflow sensors used in the FAS-420 series reliably detect
malfunctions such as pipe breakage or obstructions in the air sampling openings.
The small airflow unit also contains a dynamic airflow sensor that enables a response to small
and fast changes in the airflow.
Airflow monitoring is temperature-compensated and can be set depending on the air
pressure.
Patented air sampling openings
The air sampling openings of the pipe system require clearly defined bore diameters that
depend on the planning and design. These precise air sampling openings are created using
patented aspiration reducing film sheets, marking tape, and clips, which not only permit easy
installation, but also prevent "whistling" noises. Another advantage is the quick and easy
detection and checking of the air sampling opening diameters.
Point-type detector projection
The system’s aspiration points can be equated with point-type smoke detectors. The
monitoring areas can therefore be planned in accordance with the applicable national
regulations.
Diagnostics
A system with FAS-ASD-DIAG Diagnostic Software, which enables quick and convenient error
containment, is available for maintenance and service. The current and stored unit status is
read-out via cable data transmission to the PC.
Selecting the fan voltage
The fan voltage for special planning can be increased from 6.9 V to 9 V by relocating the fan
jumper. This increases the air transport speed and therefore reduces detection time.
For -SL variants, the fan voltage can also be set to 6.5 V.

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Areas of Application
Thanks to their detection principle, FAS-420 aspirating smoke detectors represent an
extremely versatile fire alarm system.
Principle
Air samples are taken from the monitoring area by a pipe system with defined aspiration
openings and then fed to the detector module.
This is especially well-suited for areas in which point-type detectors cannot be used or can
only be used under certain circumstances. These include:
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Areas that are difficult to access, in which point detectors are difficult to install and
maintain

–

Air-conditioned areas

–

Areas with a height greater than that allowed for point detectors

–

Areas in which point detectors are not desired for aesthetic reasons

–

Areas in which electromagnetic fields are influential

–

Areas that are exposed to high or low temperatures

–

Areas with contaminated air that require filter elements

–

Areas that must be protected against vandalism.

Space protection
The FAS-420 series is suitable for monitoring areas such as
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Those with double floors, false ceilings

–

Tunnels, ducts, barely accessible hollow spaces

–

Storage, high-rise warehouses, elevator shafts

–

Museums, cultural institutions

–

Freezer storage.
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2

1

E
D
C
B
A

Room pipe system
Double-floor pipe system

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9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
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D
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1
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
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TT
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FAS / FCS

2
Figure 2.1 Principle of area monitoring with FAS-420 series aspirating smoke detectors

Area monitoring with air-conditioning
Area monitoring occurs
–

In rooms with air-conditioning for server rooms etc.

–

In ventilation ducts

–

Over double floors, false ceilings

–

In IT rooms, e-distributor rooms, transformer cells

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On air-conditioning units (see Figure 2.2) or

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In the bypass in air-conditioning ducts.

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2

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Air-conditioning duct
Air-conditioning unit

1
FAS / FCS

FAS / FCS
2

FAS / FCS

Figure 2.2 Monitoring options for an air-conditioning unit or an airconditioning duct (depiction of principle)

Equipment protection
Equipment monitoring involves the direct monitoring of an object. These can be unventilated
or force-cooled units or cabinets, e.g.
–

Distributor cabinets, switching cabinets

–

Telephone-switching equipment

–

Measuring, control, and regulation equipment.

Area monitoring in noise-sensitive areas
All -SL variants are equipped with an extremely quiet fan and can therefore be used in noisesensitive areas, such as
–

Hotels

–

Hospitals

–

Libraries

–

Prisons etc.

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Clicking

1

FAS / FCS

Figure 2.3 Principle of equipment monitoring with FAS-420 series
aspirating smoke detectors

FAS-420 series aspirating smoke detectors can also be used for early fire detection in areas
with special-purpose air conditioning.
Its high detection sensitivity enables high value goods and equipment to be monitored. The
FAS-420 series is therefore especially suitable for application areas with difficult detection
conditions
–

Where early intervention is essential due to a high concentration value

–

Where equipment must always be operational

–

Where highly-sensitive detection is required (e.g. in areas where, due to built-in filter
elements, the air contains a low concentration of smoke particles)

–

2.3

Where high air-exchange rates prevail.

System Overview
The smoke aspiration systems comprise an aspirating detector and pipe system.
The aspirating smoke detector comprises the detector module for detecting the smoke
aerosols, the aspiration unit for transporting the air samples to the detector module and the
airflow sensor for monitoring the pipe system for breakage and obstructions.
The pipe system comprises essentially pipe and fittings. The standard pipe system is made
from PVC or ABS. The pipes used for equipment monitoring should be halogen-free.
Each air sampling opening in the pipe system represents a point detector in the planning.

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A
Pipe system
FAS-42 Aspirating smoke

A
1
2

4
5

0
1
2
3
4

including airflow

3

6
7

Figure 2.4 Overview of the aspirating smoke detector

detector
Smoke aspiration pipe
Air intake
Air sampling openings
Detector module

5
6
7

monitoring
Housing
Aspiration unit
Air outlet

To guarantee reliable operation even under the most difficult conditions (clean rooms,
recycling area), there are numerous accessories available, such as air filters, water separators
and detonation safety barriers.

2.4

Functions
Air samples are taken from the area to be monitored using the aspiration unit. They are fed via
a pipe system with defined air sampling openings to the sensitive detector module (see
Figure 2.4).
Detector module
Depending on the response sensitivity of the detector module in use and programmed alarm
threshold, the FAS-420 series aspirating smoke detector triggers the alarm when the
corresponding light obscuration threshold is reached. With the FAS-420-TP1 and the FAS-420TP2, the alarm is displayed via the alarm LED and/or two alarm LEDs on the unit and
transmitted to a connected fire panel. The FAS-420-TT1 and FAS-420-TT2 versions offer
differentiated LED displays for info, pre and main alarm. Pre and main alarms are transmitted
to the fire panel (with FPA-5000 Rel 2.1; additionally with info alarm from Rel 2.5 or above).
Various delay times can be programmed for the alarm thresholds, as well as for displaying and
transferring malfunctions (see Section 4.3 Settings on the Unit Motherboard, page 67). Alarm
messages are saved and are reset after the cause has been eliminated.
LOGIC · SENS
The LOGIC · SENS intelligent signal processing compares the measured smoke level with
known disturbance variables and decides between alarm and deception. LOGIC · SENS can
be activated and/or deactivated using the RPS programming software.
Detector module monitoring
Each detector module is monitored for contamination, signal malfunction and removal. Soiling
of the detector module has no effect on its sensitivity. With all variants, any malfunction is
displayed via the malfunction LED and transferred to the fire panel. Malfunctions caused by
brief environmental fluctuations can be eliminated with a time-delayed setting.
Airflow monitoring
An airflow sensor checks the connected pipe system for breakage and obstruction. The
airflow sensor can – depending on the configuration of the pipe system (see
Section 3.2 Principles of Pipe Planning, page 33) – detect at least a 50% obstruction to a
complete obstruction of the air sampling openings and a breakage in the pipe system that
results in a 50% loss from the air sampling openings. Should the fan fail, the airflow in the
pipe system is interrupted and this causes a blockage message. Airflow monitoring is
temperature-compensated and can be set depending on the air pressure.

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On expiry of a defined delay, the malfunction is displayed on the aspirating smoke detector
and the message is transmitted to the fire panel. The monitoring window thresholds can be
modified to suit the environmental conditions (see Section 3.3 Airflow Monitoring, page 36).
The principal signal curve of the airflow sensor is indicated in Figure 2.5.
S
t
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

S
4
3
1

6
2

5

Airflow sensor signal
Time
Normal airflow
Airflow too weak
Airflow too strong
Breakage
Obstruction
Monitoring window
Delay
Malfunction message

t

7
8

Figure 2.5 Example of the signal process of the airflow sensor in
case of malfunctions

Fault Indication
An imminent detector module or airflow malfunction generates a malfunction message that is
displayed on the FAS-420.
Flash code for malfunction detection
Malfunctions and certain device statues are displayed using various LED flash codes on the
detector module's electronics PCB. Thus it is possible to differentiate quickly among
malfunctions that can be caused by a defective detector module, an obstruction, or a break in
the pipe system.
Resetting via fire panel
A malfunction message is reset via the connected fire panel. Alarm and malfunction messages
are displayed simultaneously on the unit via the Local SecurityNetwork LSN using the reset
function on the detector line.
Calibrating the airflow sensor
Automatic airflow sensor calibration makes it significantly easier to start the FAS-420. The
initialization phase is carried out according to or independently of the air pressure as desired.
To set the FAS-420 to the airflow typical for the pipe network, an airflow initialization (flowinit) procedure is carried out. This must be done for each unit once at the start after
installation, each time the pipe system is replanned/redesigned and after changing the fan
voltage. This enables the unit to determine and save the airflow typical for the pipe network.
Pipe system
A pipe system with an overall length of up to 300 m can be connected to FAS-420 series
aspirating smoke detectors over a maximum of 32 aspiration points. Two pipe systems can be
connected to both the FAS-420-TP2 and FAS-420-TT2 variants. The entire pipe system then
has a total length of 2 x 280 m and a maximum number of 2 x 32 aspiration points.

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FAS-420 Series Aspirating Smoke Detectors and Accessories

2.5.1

Overview
1

FAS / FCS

A
B

3

2

C

D

F

E

G

15

1
2
3
A
B
C
D

Pipe system(s)
Connections to fire panel/power supply
Air-return pipe
Vibration absorber (sold separately)
MT-1 unit mounting
Detector module
DIAG Diagnostic Software with connection

E
F
G

cable
Cable bushings (1 x M20, 2 x M25)
Test pipe
Test adapter

Figure 2.6 Overview of FAS-420 series aspirating
smoke detectors and accessories

FAS-420 series aspirating smoke detectors comprise the following components:
–

Plastic housing

–

Plastic connection pieces

–

Integrated air-return pipe

–

Connection for pipe with 25 mm external diameter

–

Aspiration unit with optimized air supply

–

Motherboard with interface for diagnostics system, LSN connections, connection for
shield wire, as well as DIP switch for address setting

–

Supplementary package with cable bushings (1 x M20, 2 x M25)

–

FAS-420-TP1/FAS-420-TP1: optical displays for alarm, malfunction and operation

–

FAS-420-TT1/FAS-420-TT2: smoke level display(s), optical displays for info, pre and main
alarm, malfunction and operation

–

1 detector module (for FAS-420-TP1 and FAS-420-TT1) and/or 2 detector modules (for
FAS-420-TP2 and FAS-420-TT2).

NOTICE!
Only type DM-TT-50(80), DM-TT-10(25) and DM-TT-01(05) detector modules with VdS
certification can be used in the standard units from the FAS-420 series. The detector modules
must be ordered separately.
Information on other accessories for special applications can be found in
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Section 2.5.5 FAS-ASD-DIAG Diagnostic Software

–

Section 2.5.6 Remote Indicators

–

Section 2.5.7 Device Mounting

–

Section 2.6.3 Ceiling Lead-through

–

Section 2.6.5 Water Separator for Humid Areas

–

Section 2.6.6 Detonation Safety Barrier for Potentially Explosive Areas.

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2.5.2

FAS-420 Connections
FAS / FCS
S-4
FA

20

2

s
rie
se

1

ies
er

0s

-42

S
FA

5

3

4
1

Figure 2.7 FAS-420 connections (see table on next page for explanations)

FAS-420 series

Position in

Function

Explanation

Figure 2.7
1

Cable bushing for connection of fire panel

1 x M 20, for cable diameters of

2
3

and additional power supply (input/output) 8 - 12 mm
Pipe system 1 connection
For Ø 25 mm pipe system
Pipe system 2 connection
For Ø 25 mm pipe system

4
5

(for FAS-420-TP2 and FAS-420-TT2 only)
Connection for air-return pipe
Cable bushing for connection of fire panel

2 x M 25 for cable diameters of

and additional power supply (input/output)

9 - 14 mm (expandable to 14 18 mm)

2.5.3

FAS-420-TP1/FAS-420-TP2 Displays

FAS-420-TP1 / FCS-320-TP1

FAS-420-TP2 / FCS-320-TP2

1
2

Figure 2.8 FAS-420-TP1 / FAS-420-TP2 displays

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Display
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Alarm 1
Fault

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LED
Green
Red

Explanation
Operation display
Alarm indication

Yellow

Fault
–

in the pipe system

–

of a detector module

–

caused by fan failure

17

Two alarm displays on the FAS-420-TP2

FAS-420-TT1/FAS-420-TT2 Displays

FAS-420-TT1 / FCS-320-TT1

10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

i

FAS-420-TT2 / FCS-320-TT2

2

1

10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

i

10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

Figure 2.9 FAS-420-TT1 / FAS-420-TT2 displays

FAS-420-TT

Display

LED 1
Green
Yellow

Operation
Fault

Main alarm
Pre-alarm

1

Info alarm 1
Smoke level display 1 to 10
1

1

Explanation
Operation display
Fault
–

in the pipe system

–

of a detector module

Red
Red

–
caused by fan failure
100% smoke level
66% smoke level

Red

33% smoke level

10 yellow LEDs

Current smoke level

All displays doubled on the FAS-420-TT2

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2.5.5

FAS-ASD-DIAG Diagnostic Software
The diagnostic software enables the saved and the current unit status, as well as the error
messages to be displayed on the PC or laptop.
The supplied diagnostics cable connects the aspirating smoke detector ("DIAG" connection on
the motherboard) to the PC. The FAS-ASD-DIAG version is connected to the PC via a USB
port, earlier DIAG versions use a COM port (see Figure 2.10).
Windows 2000 or Windows XP can be used as the operating system (earlier diagnostic
software versions (with serial interface) run under WINDOWS 95, 98, ME, 2000 and NT). For
correct color display, the monitor and graphics card must be able to display more than 256
colors.

DIAG

Figure 2.10

Diagnostic software for reading out device states

Diagnostic messages remain saved in the diagnostic software for at least 3 days in order to be
able to evaluate even short, sporadically occurring errors (e.g. in case of changed operating
conditions).
Resetting the device via the diagnostic software deletes all saved diagnostic messages.
The software also allows the deletion of error messages.
NOTICE!
The diagnostic software can be used to save all stored and current diagnostics data, as well as
the settings made via the RPS programming software as a file. To be able to compare the data
read out, save each file under a different file name.

2.5.6

Remote Indicators
A remote indicator must be connected if the aspirating smoke detector is not directly visible
or has been mounted in false ceilings or floors.
The external detector alarm display must be mounted in an obvious place in halls or entrances
of the building section or areas concerned.
The display is connected to the unit motherboard via the "X6 ext. Display" (D-/D+/V-/V+). Only
digital remote indicators made by Wagner can be used for this connection; these are available
by separate order.
Alternatively, FNS-420-R LSN Strobes can be connected via LSN and configured via
FSP-5000-RPS.

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Device Mounting

2

1

20
S-4
FA

s

erie

s
20
S-4
FA

Figure 2.11

1
2

Horizontal installation
Vertical installation

s
rie

se

Mounting for FAS-420 series Aspirating Smoke Detector

The MT-1 unit mounting is used if a direct wall installation is not possible, e.g. installation on
racks.

2.5.8

Measures for Reducing Operating Noise
1

1
2
3
4

2

Smoke aspiration pipe
Flexible hose
Fitting
Vibration absorbers

3

s
rie
se
20
S-4
FA

1

4
Figure 2.12

Absorption of the operating noises caused by airflows

Vibration absorbers
The fans of the aspirating smoke detectors cause a noise level of approx. 45 dB(A). Mounting
the FAS-420 onto vibration absorbers can effectively reduce noise transmission through the
installation elements. This results in a reduction in the noise level from 1 to 2 dB(A).
Additional operating noises may be caused by vibrations on the pipe system, which are
generated by the air flowing through it. This can be remedied by inserting a corrugated hose
(approx. 15 cm long) between pipe system and aspirating smoke detector to create a flexible
transition (see Figure 2.12).
In noise-sensitive areas, the sound level can also be reduced by installing a piece of plastic
pipe approximately 100 mm long into the air outlet opening of the unit. This is done by
breaking out the pre-punched opening in the protective grille (e.g. using a small edge cutter).
All -SL variants are equipped with an extremely quiet fan that limits the noise level to
38 dB(A). Thanks to the additional sound damper, fan noise can be reduced to 34 dB(A); this
ensures that the detector is in accordance with DIN 4109 for living and sleeping areas.

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Pipe System Components

2.6.1

Overview
4

6

5

A

A
A
7
3

9

8

2

10
1

B
11
12
13

0 se
S-42
FA

Figure 2.13

rie

s

A

A
B
1

Pipe system connection
Smoke aspiration pipe
Connection for test

2
3
4
5
6
7

adapter
T-fitting
Air filter
Water separator
Detonation safety barrier
90° pipe bend
Aspiration hose for ceiling

8
9
10
11
12
13

lead-through
Ceiling lead-through
Fitting
Double threaded joint
90° pipe elbow
45° pipe elbow
40/25 mm aspiration

reduction
14 End cap

14

Pipe system components

During planning/design, a distinction is drawn between area monitoring and equipment
monitoring. For both applications, PVC and halogen-free pipes can be used , but the
restrictions of EN 54-20 must be observed. Halogen-free pipes should be used when
monitoring equipment.
Figure 2.13 shows essential accessory components that can be selected for the application
concerned.
The pipe system must be constructed using pipes with an external diameter of 25 mm and the
associated fittings.
If the maximum permissible pipe lengths are used, then for the pipe returns, pipes with an
exterior diameter of 40 mm and the appropriate fittings must be used (see also
Section 3.9 Planning for Long Pipe Feed Lines, page 58).
Blowing-out system
In areas that are susceptible to dust particles or icing, it may be necessary to blow out the
aspiration pipe system and its air sampling openings. Figure 2.14 shows a manual blowing-out
system with a three-way tap.
A
B
1
2

1

Blast air supply connection
Pipe system connection
Three-way tap
25 mm aspiration pipe

2

A
0 se
S-42

FA

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Air sampling openings
Aspiration reducing film sheets
An air sampling opening is a 10 mm bore in the aspiration pipe that is covered with a patented
aspiration reducing film sheet with the required opening diameter. The size of the opening
depends on the construction of the pipe system (see Section 3 Planning, page 32).
The aspiration reducing film sheet is secured with marking tape to prevent it from becoming
displaced. The marking tape is a transparent sticky film with red edges and a 10 mm hole. It is
placed over the aspiration reducing film sheet so that the air sampling opening is not
concealed and can be seen from long distances.
1
2

aspiration reducing film

3
1
2
4
4

Figure 2.15

Smoke aspiration pipe
Air sampling opening with

2

5 6

3

sheet
Marking tape for aspiration

4
5
6

reducing film sheet
Air sampling opening
Fire red (RAL 3000)
Transparent

4 3

Air sampling opening with aspiration reducing film sheet

and marking tape

Aspiration reducing clips
In areas susceptible to obstructions or icing, special, patented ASD aspiration clips with
flexible aspiration reductions are used (see Figure 2.16).
1

Aspiration reduction for

2

deep-freeze facilities
ASD aspiration clip made

1

of plastic

2

Figure 2.16

Aspiration reduction for soiled areas and deep-freeze

areas

During use in deep-freeze areas, the flexible aspiration reduction expands in the air sampling
openings and pushes the ice away during blowing out. The special plastic clip ensures that the
aspiration reduction remains at the defined location.

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As the clips are more stable under pressure and the elastic rubber insert significantly
improves the cleaning effect, they are used for all plans and designs which require a blow-off
system due to environmental influences (e.g. increased exposure to dust).
The standard AF-x aspiration reducing film sheets and the marking tapes are not suitable for
use in low-temperature areas.
The aspiration reductions with plastic clips are available separately.

2.6.3

Ceiling Lead-through
1

1
2
3
4

Ceiling
T-fitting
Pipe system
Complete ceiling lead-

5

through
Aspiration hose for

6
7
8

ceiling lead-through
False ceiling
Knurled nut
Aspiration reducing film

9

sheet
Aspiration

3

2

4
5

6
7
8
Figure 2.17

9

Ceiling lead-throughs

A concealed pipe system for area monitoring can be realized by installing in a false ceiling.
This requires the use of ceiling lead-throughs in the false ceiling. The ceiling lead-through can
be used with a false ceiling thickness of up to approx. 35 mm.
According to the planning and design guidelines, the ceiling lead-throughs are fitted with
aspiration reducing film sheets with defined air sampling openings and connected to the pipe
system by means of aspiration hoses (see Figure 2.17).
If these hoses exceed a maximum of 1 m in length, the plan according to Section 3 Planning
applies. If structural circumstances dictate that lengths in excess of 1 m are used, the pipe
system has to be calculated accordingly.

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Air-Return Pipe for Pressure Areas and Atmospheric Loads
P1/P2
1
2
3
4
5

5

FAS / FCS

Pressure areas 1 and 2
Detector module
Airflow sensor
Aspiration unit
Air-return pipe
Pipe system

1
2
3
4

P1
Figure 2.18

P2
Principle of air return

If the aspirating smoke detectors and the pipe system are installed in areas with varying air
pressure, the aspirated air must be returned to the pressure area of the pipe system (see
Figure 2.18). The air-return pipe can serve to equalize pressure or to prevent atmospheric
loads (e.g. odors) in neighboring spaces.
1
2

1

Smoke aspiration pipe
Air-return pipe

s

rie

0 se

42

S-

FA

2

Figure 2.19

FAS-420 with air-return pipe

The air-return pipe is connected to the air exhaust duct inside the FAS-420 through the
ventilation grille (see Figure 2.19). This requires the pre-punched opening in the protective
grille to be broken out.
CAUTION!
The air-return pipe of the smoke aspiration system should not exceed 2 m. Longer returns
must be checked individually.

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2.6.5

Water Separator for Humid Areas
If the smoke aspiration system is operated in environments where condensate can form in the
aspiration system, a water separator is used. Condensate can form with sharp temperature
fluctuations and in areas where fresh air is monitored.
1
2
3

Water separator
Pipe system connection
45° pipe elbow

3

FA

2

Figure 2.20

3

S-4

20

se

ries

1

FAS-ASD-WS Water Separator for condensing water

vapor and collecting condensate from the pipe system

The FAS-ASD-WS Water Separator is integrated at the lowest point in the pipe system
upstream of the air filter and the aspirating smoke detector. The 45° pipe elbow permits
optimum distance from the wall (see Figure 2.20).
The FAS-ASD-WS Water Separator can be operated in a temperature range from 0 °C to
+50 °C. The sintered metal filter in the water separator has a pore width of 50 µm and causes
an additional rough absorption of soil particles.
The FAS-ASD-WS is supplied with an angle support and PG cable glands. The 45° pipe elbows
(4 units) must be ordered separately.

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Detonation Safety Barrier for Potentially Explosive Areas

>1m

1
FAS / FCS
2
3
4
5 >1m

Figure 2.21

6

7

Ex

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Metal pipe
Detector module
Airflow sensor
Aspiration unit
Air-return pipe
Pipe system
Detonation safety barrier

Detonation safety barrier in the aspiration pipe system

and if necessary in the air-return pipe

Vapor/air and/or gas/air mixture ignition in the aspirating smoke detector may result in pipe
explosion or detonation. This depends on the composition, concentration, temperature, and
pressure of the flammable mixture.
The detonation safety barrier is a flame trap that is flame-proof in the face of pipe explosions
(deflagrations) and detonations (see Figure 2.21).
In normal operation, the steam and gas mixtures flow in any direction through the safety
barrier. An ignition of the mixture in the upstream aspirating smoke detector will cause the
developing detonation to be arrested. Ignition is prevented by the flame filter. Combustion of
the mixture in the flame filters may cause a rebound of the detonation front. To prevent this, a
minimum pipe length of 1.0 m between the installation point of the detonation safety barrier
and a possible ignition source (aspirating smoke detector) must be maintained. Permanent
fire prevention is thus achieved indirectly.
CAUTION!
The connecting pipe between the aspirating smoke detector and the detonation safety barrier
must be made of metal. During installation, care must be taken to ensure that the threaded
connections are bolted together gas-tight using synthesol or sealing tape.

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Scope of Delivery: Smoke Aspiration System
Basic devices and accessories
FAS-420-TP2
FAS-420-TP2
FAS-420-TT1
FAS-420-TT2
FAS-420-TP2-SL
FAS-420-TP2-SL
FAS-420-TT1-SL
FAS-420-TT2-SL
DM-TT-50(80)
DM-TT-10(25)
DM-TT-01(05)
TITANUS MT-1
FAS-ASD-DIAG

Designation
Standard unit
Standard unit
Standard unit
Standard unit
Standard unit Silent
Standard unit Silent
Standard unit Silent
Standard unit Silent
Detector module
Detector module
Detector module
MT-1 device mounting for aspirating smoke detector
DIAG diagnostic software including connection cable, for

USB port
RAS Test Pipe
Test pipe
RAS Test Adapter Test adapter

Product ID
F.01U.029.255
F.01U.029.256
F.01U.029.252
F.01U.029.253
F.01U.083.877
F.01U.083.876
F.01U.083.875
F.01U.083.874
4.998.143.400
4.998.143.401
4.998.143.402
4.998.143.410
F.01U.033.505
4.998.148.848
4.998.148.849

Pipe system components
FAS-ASD-PHF16
FAS-ASD-TRPG16
FAS-ASD-CSL
FAS-ASD-3WT
FAS-ASD-F
FAS-ASD-AR

Designation
Polywell aspiration hose, flexible, black, halogen-free
Ring nut with PG16 internal thread, 5 per set
Quick-lock coupling, straight, PG16 internal thread
Three-way tap, incl. fittings, for 25 mm pipe system
Flange for ventilation duct
Aspiration reduction, with 10 mm bore for attaching an

Product ID
F.01U.029.719
F.01U.029.721
F.01U.029.720
F.01U.029.718
F.01U.029.722
F.01U.029.724

FAS-ASD-CLT
FAS-ASD-AHC
FAS-ASD-DSB
FAS-ASD-WS

aspiration reducing film sheet, 10 per set
Ceiling lead-through, white, ABS, 10 per set
Aspiration hose (PE) for ceiling lead-through
Detonation safety barrier for 25 mm pipe system
Water separator with sintered metal filter and manual

F.01U.029.725
F.01U.029.727
F.01U.029.716
F.01U.029.717

drain valve, including mounting bracket and PG cable
FAS-ASD-FL

glands for 25 mm pipe system
Large air filter box, for 25 mm pipe system, inc. 1 filter set F.01U.029.714

FAS-ASD-RFL
FAS-ASD-SL

and two PG29 screw connections
Replacement filter set for large air filter box
Sound damper for FAS aspirating smoke detector

F.01U.029.715
F.01U.090.252

NOTICE!
Four 45° pipe elbows are required to install the FAS-ASD-WS Water Separator.

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Air sampling opening components
Designation
Marking tape for aspiration reducing film sheet AF-BR, 10 units.
Aspiration reducing film sheet 2.0 mm AF-2.0, 10 units.
Aspiration reducing film sheet 2.5 mm AF-2.5, 10 units.
Aspiration reducing film sheet 3.0 mm AF-3.0, 10 units.
Aspiration reducing film sheet 3.2 mm AF-3.2, 10 units.
Aspiration reducing film sheet 3.4 mm AF-3.4, 10 units.
Aspiration reducing film sheet 3.6 mm AF-3.6, 10 units.
Aspiration reducing film sheet 3.8 mm AF-3.8, 10 units.
Aspiration reducing film sheet 4.0 mm AF-4.0, 10 units.
Aspiration reducing film sheet 4.2 mm AF-4.2, 10 units.
Aspiration reducing film sheet 4.4 mm AF-4.4, 10 units.
Aspiration reducing film sheet 4.6 mm AF-4.6, 10 units.
Aspiration reducing film sheet 5.0 mm AF-5.0, 10 units.
Aspiration reducing film sheet 5.2 mm AF-5.2, 10 units.
Aspiration reducing film sheet 5.6 mm AF-5.6, 10 units.
Aspiration reducing film sheet 6.0 mm AF-6.0, 10 units.
Aspiration reducing film sheet 6.8 mm AF-6.8, 10 units.
Aspiration reducing film sheet 7.0 mm AF-7.0, 10 units.

Product ID
4.998.143.413
4.998.143.416
4.998.143.417
4.998.143.418
4.998.143.419
4.998.143.420
4.998.143.422
4.998.143.423
4.998.143.424
4.998.143.425
4.998.143.426
4.998.143.427
4.998.143.428
4.998.143.429
4.998.143.430
4.998.143.431
4.998.143.432
4.998.143.433

NOTICE!
Plastic clips for deep-freeze facilities and blowing-out systems are sold separately.

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Technical Specifications

2.8.1

FAS-420 Aspirating Smoke Detector series
Electrical
LSN power supply
Auxiliary power supply
LSN current consumption
Current consumption from auxiliary power supply

15 V DC to 33 V DC
14 V DC to 30 V DC
6.25 mA
FAS-420-TP1
FAS-420-TP2

(at
–
–
–
–
–
–

FAS-420-TT1
300 mA
300 mA
200 mA
260 mA
230 mA
290 mA

24 V)
Starting current, fan voltage 6.9 V
Starting current, fan voltage 9 V
On standby, fan voltage 6.9 V
On standby, fan voltage 9 V
On alarm, fan voltage 6.9 V
On alarm, fan voltage 9 V

FAS-420-TT2
330 mA
330 mA
230 mA
310 mA
290 mA
370 mA

Mechanics
Displays on the device
FAS-420-TP1/FAS-420-TP2
–
Operation
–
Fault
–
Alarm
Displays on the device

Green LED
Yellow LED
1 red LED/2 red LEDs

FAS-420-TT1/FAS-420-TT2
–
Operation
–
Fault
–
Level display

Green LED
Yellow LEDs
1 x / 2 x smoke level display, each

–

with 10 segments (1–10)
1 x 3 / 2 x 3 red LEDs for

Alarm

info alarm, pre-alarm and main alarm
Conical duct connections for Ø 25 mm
–
Aspiration pipe
–
Air-return pipe
Cable bushings
Dimensions (H x W x D)
Weight
Housing material
Housing color

1 pipe/2 pipes
1 pipe
5 x M 20 and 2 x M 25
292 x 200 x 113 mm
Approx. 1.5 kg
Plastic (ABS)
Papyrus white (RAL 9018)

Environmental conditions
Protection category as per EN 60529
Permissible temperature range of aspirating smoke

IP 20
-20 °C to +60 °C

detector
Permissible relative humidity (non-condensing)

10 to 95%

Special features
Sound power level
FAS-420-TP1/-TP2/-TT1/-TT2
Max. response sensitivity (max. light obscuration)
–
DM-TT-50(80) Detector Module
–
DM-TT-10(25) Detector Module
–
DM-TT-01(05) Detector Module
Service life of the fan (12 V)

45 dB(A)
0.5%/m (0.8%/m) *
0.1%/m (0.25%/m) *
0.015%/m (0.05%/m) *
43,000 hrs at 24 °C

* The sensitivity value is based on measurements with standard test fires (old value in
brackets).
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FAS-420 Aspirating Smoke Detector series -SL Variants
Electrical
LSN power supply

15 V DC to

Auxiliary power supply

33 V DC
14 V DC to

LSN current consumption
Current consumption from auxiliary power supply
(at 24 V)
–
Starting current, fan voltage 6.5 V
–
Starting current, fan voltage 6.9 V
–
Starting current, fan voltage 9 V
–
On standby, fan voltage 6.5 V
–
On standby, fan voltage 6.9 V
–
On standby, fan voltage 9 V
–
On alarm, fan voltage 6.5 V
–
On alarm, fan voltage 6.9 V
–
On alarm, fan voltage 9 V

30 V DC
6.25 mA
-TP1-SL

FAS-420
-TP2-SL -TT1-SL

-TT2-SL

190
190
190
130
140
170
150
160
190

250
250
250
170
180
210
180
200
230

330 mA
330 mA
330 mA
190 mA
200 mA
250 mA
220 mA
230 mA
280 mA

mA
mA
mA
mA
mA
mA
mA
mA
mA

mA
mA
mA
mA
mA
mA
mA
mA
mA

300 mA
300 mA
300 mA
150 mA
160 mA
210 mA
180 mA
190 mA
240 mA

Mechanics
Displays on the device
FAS-420-TP1/FAS-420-TP2
–
Power
–
Fault
–
Alarm
Displays on the device

Green LED
yellow LED
1 red LED/2 red LEDs

FAS-420-TT1/FAS-420-TT2
–
Power
–
Fault
–
Level display

Green LED
Yellow LEDs
1 x / 2 x smoke level display, each

–

with 10 segments (1–10)
1 x 3 / 2 x 3 red LEDs for

Alarm

info alarm, pre-alarm and main alarm
Conical duct connections for Ø 25 mm
–
Aspiration pipe
–
Air-return Pipe
Cable Bushings
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Weight
Housing material
Housing color

1 pipe/2 pipes
1 pipe
5 x M 20 and 2 x M 25
292 x 200 x 113 mm
Approx. 1.5 kg
Plastic (ABS)
Papyrus white (RAL 9018)

Environmental Conditions
Protection category according to EN 60529
Permissible temperature range of aspirating smoke

IP 20
-20 °C to +60 °C

detector
Permissible relative humidity (non-condensing)

10 to 95%

Special features
sound power level
FAS-420-TP1/-TP2/-TT1/-TT2 -SL variants
Max. response sensitivity (max. light obscuration)
–
DM-TT-50(80) Detector Module
–
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0.5%/m (0.8%/m) *
0.1%/m (0.25%/m) *

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DM-TT-01(05) Detector Module
Life cycle of the fan (12 V)

0.015%/m (0.05%/m) *
43,000 hrs at 24 °C

* The sensitivity value is based on measurements with standard test fires (old value in
brackets).

2.8.3

Pipe system

Maximum pipe length
Maximum number of air sampling openings
Maximum size of monitoring area
Permissible temperature range
–
PVC pipe system
–
ABS pipe system

2.8.4

FAS-420-TP1

FAS-420-TP2

FAS-420-TT1
300 m
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FAS-420-TT2
2 x 280 m
2 x 32

2880 m2

5760 m2

0 °C to +60 °C
-40 °C to +80 °C

Smoke Aspiration System Components
Water separator (FAS-ASD-WS)
Features

For use in areas with very high humidity
Plastic housing with manual drain valve
Sintered metal filter
PG gable glands for 25 mm pipe system
Incl. assembly bracket
210 x 170 x 90 mm
Approx. 1.4 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D)
Weight
Filterbox, large (FAS-ASD-FL)
Features
Housing material
Housing color
Dimensions (H x W x D)
Application temperature

For use in areas with increased exposure to dust
Incl. filter set and two PG29 cable glands
ABS plastic
Light gray RAL 7035
194 x 122 x 96 mm
-30 °C to +70 °C

range
Replacement filter set, large (FAS-ASD-RFL)
Features

Set comprising one fine, one medium and one coarse filter
insert

Application temperature

(60 ppi, 45 ppi and 25 ppi)
-30 °C to +70 °C

range
Detonation safety barrier (FAS-ASD-DSB)
Type
Explosion group
Flame filter
Gap width
Pipe connection thread

PROTEGO Type EG IIA
II A
3-way
0.7 mm
G 3/4 inch, incl. transition thread on one side for connecting

Length x diameter
Certification

to the aspiration pipe system
112 mm x 80 mm
EC type-tested

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Three way tap (FAS-ASD-3WT)
Features

With 3 transition threads for connection to a 25 mm pipe

Operating pressure
Housing material
Seal
Length
Application temperature

system
Max. 10 bar
PVC plastic
Teflon (PTFE)
131 mm
0 °C to +50 °C

range
Ceiling lead-through (FAS-ASD-CLT) with aspiration hose (FAS-ASD-AHC)
Maximum false ceiling

35 mm

thickness
Max. length of aspiration hose 1 m
per ceiling lead-through
Ceiling lead-through fitting

ABS

material
Aspiration hose material
Color of aspiration hose and

PE
White

ceiling lead-through
Application temperature

-40 °C to +80 °C

range

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Planning
Basic information on the relevant topics can be found in
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Section 3.1 Regulations, page 32

–

Section 3.2 Principles of Pipe Planning, page 33

–

Section 3.3 Airflow Monitoring, page 36

–

Section 3.4 Defining the Response Sensitivity, page 37

–

Section 3.5 Planning Limits, page 38.

The following sections describe plans with standard requirements for airflow monitoring:
–

Section 3.6 Standard Pipe Planning, page 39

–

Section 3.9 Planning for Long Pipe Feed Lines, page 56

–

Section 3.8 Simplified Pipe Planning, page 52

The pipe plan for more sensitive airflow monitoring is described in
–

Section 3.7 Pipe Planning for Single-Hole Monitoring, page 46.

The plan for monitoring air-conditioning ducts is described in
–

Section 3.11 Planning for Forced Airflow, page 58.

The principles for measuring power supply and pipe length are contained in
–

3.1

Section 3.12 Power Supply, page 62.

Regulations
The planning regulation below is based on the system limits of FAS-420. The applicable
national regulations of the countries concerned must be observed and the plans modified
accordingly.
The planning for the aspirating smoke detector in accordance with EN 54-20 is described
below. The basic conditions are specified in Section 3.1 Regulations. Planning must be carried
out in accordance with Section 3.6 Standard Pipe Planning. In addition to 3.6 , special
applications are also bound by the restrictions of the planning notes in accordance with
Section 3.7 Pipe Planning for Single-Hole Monitoring and the following sections. These must be
taken into account from the start in the case of any special planning processes.
Planning options in accordance with EN 54-20:
Various technical solutions are available to suit different planning criteria. The following table
lists the chapters in which the solutions are described.
Planning criteria

Technical solution

Principles

Restriction

Area monitoring in

Basic planning

Section 3.6

Detection of failure of a

Single-hole monitoring

Section 3.6

Section 3.7

single opening

planning

Equipment protection/

Simplified pipe planning

Section 3.6

Section 3.8

Planning with long supply

Section 3.6

Section 3.9

Section 3.6

Section 3.10

Section 3.6

Section 3.11

general

cabinet monitoring
Long supply lines

lines
Reducing transport time

Planning with acceleration
openings

Ventilation ducts

Planning for forced airflow

With regard to the planning regulation below, the applicable national regulations of the
countries concerned must be observed and the plans modified accordingly.
EN 54-20
For VdS systems, compliance is also required with the following guidelines:
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"Guideline for automatic fire detection systems, planning and installation", VdS
Schadenverhütung GmbH, Cologne (VdS 2095)

–

The guideline "Installation protection for electrical and electronic systems" VdS
Schadenverhütung GmbH, Cologne (VdS 2304)

–

The "Planning Aspirating Fire Detectors" data sheet from VdS Schadenverhütung GmbH,
Cologne (VdS 3435)

The applicable national regulations must also be observed, for example in Germany:
–

DIN VDE 0833 parts 1 and 2 "Alarm systems for fire, intrusion and hold-up"

–

Additional provisions for the installation of fire detection systems, which are published
by fire directors of fire departments, by the construction supervision authorities or by the
construction law authorities that have only local validity.

NOTICE!
–

For planning, the system limits in accordance with Section 3.5 Planning Limits are to be
observed.

–

Select airflow monitoring and the associated planning limits (see Section 3.3 Airflow
Monitoring) and check these for any restrictions imposed by country-specific regulations.

–

If the on-site planning deviates from the standard plans described below, this must
always be checked with activation attempts for correct detection of a malfunction and a
fire. A special plan may be required.

–

3.2

Plans not contained in the operation guide must be requested.

Principles of Pipe Planning
The aspiration pipe network must be designed such that all possible fires in the monitoring
area can be dealt with at an early stage.
The number of air sampling openings and the structure of the pipe system depend on the size
and geometry of the monitoring range. The pipe system must be laid out according to the
planning guidelines in this chapter, taking into account the following issues:
Symmetrical structure
The pipe system should preferably have a symmetrical structure, i.e.
–

Same number of air sampling openings per pipe branch

–

Same pipe branch lengths (should not exceed ± 20% deviation)

–

Same distance between neighboring air sampling openings on the smoke aspiration pipe
(should not exceed ± 20% deviation).

Asymmetrical structure
If structural circumstances dictate that the pipe system is to be designed asymmetrically (see
Figure 3.1), the following conditions apply:
–

The number of air sampling openings and the length of the shortest and longest pipe
branch within the pipe system must not exceed a quantity ratio of 1:2.

–

The distance between neighboring air sampling openings on the smoke aspiration pipe
must be equal (should not exceed ± 20% deviation).

–

The diameters of the air sampling openings are determined separately for each pipe
branch. The diameters depend on the total number of air sampling openings in the pipe
branch in question.

Figure 3.1 shows a typical U-pipe system with three or six air sampling openings and the air
sampling opening diameters calculated according to Section 3.6 Standard Pipe Planning.

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2,5

2,5

2,5

3,0

3,0

3,2

A
B

A
2,5

2,5

2,5

Symmetrical pipe system
Asymmetrical pipe
system

3,0

3,0

3,2

FAS / FCS
3,4

3,6

3,8

B
2,5

2,5

2,5

3,0

3,0

3,2

Figure 3.1 Example of a symmetrical and an asymmetrical U-pipe system

Pipe diameter
As a rule, the pipe system is created using pipes with a 25 mm diameter. Both PVC pipes and
halogen-free pipes can be used, however, ensure that you comply with the restrictions of
EN 54-20. Halogen-free pipes are to be used in preference for equipment monitoring.
In many applications, greater distances between the aspirating smoke detector and the
aspiration pipe must be bridged. This is done using pipes with greater diameters (40 mm),
which guarantees maximum planning (see also Section 3.9 Planning for Long Pipe Feed Lines,
page 56). However, pipes with greater diameters restrict the length of the pipe system.
Longer pipe feed lines
Branch length
To achieve short transport times for the smoke aerosols in the aspiration pipe and thus quick
detection, it is better to plan several short branches than fewer long ones (preferably U and
double U-pipe system).
Pipe configurations
Depending on the area geometry, five pipe configurations can be selected (see Figure 3.2):
–

I-pipe: pipe system without branches.

–

U-pipe: pipe system that branches into two pipe branches.

–

M-pipe: pipe system that branches into three pipe branches.

–

Double U-pipe: pipe system that branches symmetrically into four pipe branches.

–

Quadruple U-pipe: pipe system that branches symmetrically into eight pipe branches.

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I
U
M
U/U
4U

I

FAS / FCS

U

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I-pipe system
U-pipe system
M-pipe system
Double U-pipe system
Quadruple U-pipe
system

FAS / FCS

M

FAS / FCS

U/U

FAS / FCS

4U

Figure 3.2 Pipe configurations

Change of direction
Elbows and bends in the pipe system increase flow resistance. Therefore, they should only be
used where they cannot be avoided for structural engineering reasons.
Corresponds to a straight pipe length of
Pipe elbow

1.5 m

Pipe bend

0.3 m

If elbows or bends are used, the maximum total length of the pipe system is reduced.
NOTICE!
It is preferable to use pipe bends rather than pipe elbows.
The detection time will be influenced significantly by too high a number of changes of
direction.
Special cases
If the pipe system does not correspond to the planning guidelines described here owing to
structural circumstances, it must be calculated separately for the case in question on request.
Testing
For critical applications, test the secure detection with activation attempts. Check also
whether there is airflow at the individual air sampling openings.
NOTICE!
In order to increase transport speed in critical application areas, the fan voltage can be
increased from 6.9 V to 9 V.

Dual-detector dependency

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One aspiration line must be assigned per detector module. Both detector modules of a device
must be evaluated independently of one another. Only one extinguishing area per smoke

FAS / FCS

aspiration system may be monitored.

Figure 3.3 Pipe configurations for dual detector dependency

Two alarm stages
To implement two alarm stages, a pipe adapter for the aspiration pipe system is required. The
two detector modules in the aspirating smoke detector require different response

FAS / FCS

sensitivities.

Figure 3.4 Pipe configurations for two alarm stages using the example of a U-pipe system

3.3

Airflow Monitoring
EN 54-20 requires the detection of a 20-percent change in the airflow volume by the detector
module's airflow sensor. In order to achieve this, the activation threshold of the airflow sensor
must be set to level II. Alternatively, level I can also be used. It is recommended that airflow
calibration is carried out dependent on air pressure for both of these settings. In systems that
do not need to comply with EN 54-20, any threshold can be set. The smoke aspiration pipes
are planned taking into account the applicable national regulations for the country concerned.
Adapting the airflow sensitivity
The sensitivity of the airflow sensor must be adapted to the application. For example, a long
pipe system requires a sensitive setting of the airflow sensor. The activation threshold and
thus the sensitivity of the airflow sensor can be set on 4 levels. Breakages and obstructions
must be accurately detected in the event of a malfunction.
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Activation threshold

Sensitivity

I

Low (+/- 10% volume flow change)

Very high

II

Average (+/- 20% volume flow change)

High

III

High (+/- 30% volume flow change)

Average

IV

Very high (+/- 50% volume flow change)

Low

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I

II

III

IV

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Activation threshold

Small

Average

Large

Very large

Sensitivity

Very high

High

Average

Low

NOTICE!
Selection of the largest possible, precisely still-approved level is recommended.

Dynamic airflow sensors
The airflow monitoring of the unit makes it possible to detect breaks at the end of pipes and
identify sudden obstruction of individual air sampling openings (e.g. following tampering with
the pipe system). Because these dynamic airflow sensors are only active if level I was selected
for the airflow monitoring, the points outlined under "Level I restrictions" must be taken into
consideration.
Restrictions
Airflow monitoring may only be set to level I if
–

planning was carried out in accordance with "single-hole monitoring" (see Chapter 4.3.1

–

the airflow sensor was calibrated dependent on the air pressure (see Chapter 7.1.2

–

and no larger airflow fluctuations can occur.

"Pipe Planning for Single-Hole Monitoring"),
"Airflow Calibration according to Air Pressure")
Air pressure differences
There must be equal air pressure along the length of the aspiration pipe.
NOTICE!
If the aspirating smoke detectors and the pipe system are positioned in areas with different
air pressures, the air aspirated by the FAS-420 must be returned to the pressure area of the
pipe system (see Section 2.6.4 Air-Return Pipe for Pressure Areas and Atmospheric Loads,
page 24).

3.4

Defining the Response Sensitivity
The sensitivity of smoke aspiration systems can be divided into certain fire sensitivity classes
in accordance with EN 54-20. These fire sensitivity classes describe specific examples of ways
in which the systems can be applied. The permissible system plans given in Section 3.6 can be
determined for each classification.Smoke aspiration systems with a higher fire sensitivity
class according to EN 54-20 also satisfy the requirements of the lower classes.
Class

Description

Application example

A

Aspirating smoke detector with

Very early detection: significant smoke

extremely high sensitivity

dilution through air conditioning in IT
areas

B

Aspirating smoke detector with

Early detection:

increased sensitivity

significant time gains thanks to very
early fire detection (without air
condition)

C

Smoke aspiration system with normal

Normal detection:

sensitivity

fire detection with the advantages of
smoke aspiration systems

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NOTICE!
Depending on the number of air sampling openings, fire sensitivity classes A, B and C can all
be achieved with the detector modules available.

The table shows the sensitivities you can choose from
Response sensitivity (main alarm)
DM-TT-50(80) Detector

DM-TT-10(25) Detector

Module

Module

Not permissible

0.8%/m (2%/m) light

0.12%/m (0.4%/m) light

obscuration

obscuration

0.4%/m (1%/m) light

0.06%/m (0.2%/m) light

obscuration (standard)

obscuration (standard)

1.0%/m (1.6%/m) light

0.2%/m (0.5%/m) light

0.03%/m (0.1%/m) light

obscuration

obscuration

obscuration

0.5%/m (0.8%/m) light

0.1%/m (0.25%/m) light

0.015%/m (0.05%/m) light

obscuration (standard)

obscuration

obscuration

Not permissible

DM-TT-01(05) Detector Module

The planning of the monitoring area always occurs according to the national guidelines for
point-type smoke detectors.
NOTICE!
The sensitivity value is based on measurements with standard test fires
(old value in brackets).

3.5

Planning Limits
The following limit values must always be observed for the FAS-420 series:
Limiting values

Maximum number of air sampling openings per detector

32

module
Maximum total pipe length

300 m

Minimum pipe length between 2 air sampling openings
Minimum pipe length between 2 air sampling openings

(2 x 280 m)
4m
12 m

The maximum monitoring area of an air sampling opening corresponds to the monitoring area
of point-type detectors in accordance with the applicable planning guidelines.
The maximum total monitoring area, the maximum total pipe length and the maximum number
of air sampling openings depend on the selected planning. They are also dependent on the
restrictions imposed by national regulations.
Depending on the planning selected, some restricted values may apply.
The values for the maximum number of air sampling openings, the maximum pipe length and
the maximum overall monitoring areas apply for each pipe system. Two pipe systems can be
connected to aspirating smoke detectors FAS-420-TP2 and FAS-420-TT2, each with two
detector modules.

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Standard Pipe Planning
In order to plan in accordance with the EN 54-20 standard, certain factors must be known,
such as the system sensitivity requirements, the number of air sampling openings and the
accessories needed for the application concerned. These factors can be used to determine
the appropriate standard-compliant construction of the pipe system using the following
chapter and the planning table in the appendix.

3.6.1

Determining the Necessary Accessories
As accessory components, e.g. filters, have a particular effect on the dimensions of pipe
planning, the appropriate accessory must be selected for the application concerned in
advance. Retrofitting an accessory, e.g. a fine filter, is largely only possible if a sensitive
detector module is used or if a certain contingency is planned in advance.
The following components must be taken into account in this regard:
–

Air filter

–

Water separator

–

Three-way-tap

–

Detonation safety barrier

See Section 2.8.4

3.6.2

Pipe Planning with Pipe Accessories
For the purpose of pipe system planning, the following planning table is available for all
selected pipe accessories.
–

Planning without air filter

–

Planning with FAS-ASD-FL air filter

NOTICE!
In order to improve the detection quality of a smoke aspiration system, an area can be
monitored with more detection points than required by national guidelines. However, to
calculate the necessary sensitivity of an aspirating smoke detector, the number of aspiration
points required by the standard must be used.

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Procedure
In the following example, a plan without air filter with 8 openings should satisfy class B if a
water separator is also used. The red shaded areas show the potential plans with different
pipe shapes and fan voltage.

1.

General

Example

Selection:

Select the planning table without air filter,

Select the planning table with or without air filter, as

Section Planning without filter, page 41

applicable.
Result:
Planning table and specified air filter
2.

Selection:

In the Section Planning without filter table, select the

Select the number of air sampling openings from the

column with eight air sampling openings (Number of

planning table. Note the possible sensitivity classes. air sampling openings, 8)
Result:
Specified detector module with specified setting
and alarm threshold
3.

Selection:

In the Section Planning without filter, page 41 table,

Select the sensitivity (sensitivity class) of the system

select the response sensitivity you require (class A, B

according to the gradation described in

or C) from the column highlighted in red. You must

Section 3.4 Defining the Response Sensitivity.

select the class that corresponds to the installed

Result:

detector module and the configured sensitivity.

Specified sensitivity class in accordance with EN
54-20
4.

Select the Section With water separator, page 41 .

Selection:
Select other pipe components, such as a water
separator and detonation safety barrier.
Result:
Specified planning table

5.

Selection:

In the Section With water separator, page 41 table,

Select the possible pipe length for the relevant pipe

select the pipe shape and fan voltage you require, and

shape and fan voltage.

note the permissible total pipe length.

Result:
Specified planning in accordance with EN 54-20 for
the previously specified parameters
You will find the planning tables in question in Section 8.3 Planning without filter, page 105 and
Section 8.4 Planning with air filter, page 107.
Abbreviation

Meaning

DM

Detector module

S

Sensitivity (% LT/m)

MA

Main alarm

PA

Pre-alarm

l [m]

Permissible total pipe length in meters

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DM-10(25)

DM-TT-10(25)

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DM01

S
0.015

(0.05)
0.03 (0.1)
0.06 (0.2)
0.12 (0.4)
10 0.1 (0.25)
(25) 0.2 (0.5)
0.4 (1)
0.8 (2)
50 0.313 (0.5)
(80) 0.5 (0.8)
0.687 (1.1)
1.0 (1.6)

MA

1
A

2
A

3
A

4
A

Number of air sampling openings
5
6
7
8
9
10
A
A
A
A
A
A

MA
MA
MA
MA
MA
MA
MA
PA
MA
PA
MA

A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A

A
A
A
A
A
A
B
A
A
A
B

A
A
A
A
A
B
B
A
A
B
B

A
A
A
A
A
B
C
A
B
B
C

A
A
A
A
B
B
C
B
B
B
C

11
A

12
A

…

32
A

(05)

A
A
A
A
B
B
C
B
B
C
C

A
A
B
A
B
C

A
A
B
A
B
C

A
A
B
A
B
C

A
A
B
B
B
C

A
A
B
B
B
C

A
A
B
B
B
C

B
C

B
B
C
C

B
C
C

B
C
C

B
C
C

B
C

B
C

C

11

12

B

Without any other pipe accessories
Number of air sampling openings
5
6
7
8
9
10

Pipe shape

UFans

1

2

3

4

I

6.9
≥9
6.9
≥9
6.9
≥9
6.9
≥9
6.9
≥9

77
100
120
150
170
180
180
200

77
100
120
150
170
180
180
200

77
100
120
150
170
180
180
200

77
100
120
150
170
180
180
200

77
100
120
150
170
180
180
200

77
100
120
150
170
180
180
200

77
100
120
150
170
180
180
200

77
100
120
150
170
180
180
200

76
100
120
150
170
180
180
200

100
120
150
170
180
180
200

100
120
150
170
180
180
200

100
120
150
170
180
180
200

300

300

300

300

300

300

300

300

300

300

300

300

11

12

U
M
2xU
4xU
(1 DM)

…

32
l [m]

300

With water separator
Pipe shape

UFans

1

2

3

4

I

6.9
≥9
6.9
≥9
6.9
≥9
6.9
≥9

60
80
110
110
110
160
140
160

60
80
110
110
110
160
140
160

60
80
110
110
110
160
140
160

60
80
110
110
110
160
140
160

U
M
2xU

Number of air sampling openings
5
6
7
8
9
10
60
80
110
110
110
160
140
160

60
80
110
110
110
160
140
160

60
80
110
110
110
160
140
160

…

32
l [m]

80
110
110
110
160
140
160

80
110
110
110
160
140
160

80
110
110
110
160
140
160

110
110
110
160
140
160

110
110
110
160
140
160

11

12

With detonation safety barrier
Pipe shape

UFans

1

2

3

4

I

6.9
≥9
6.9
≥9
6.9
≥9
6.9
≥9

46
68
60
60
80
120
80
100

46
68
60
60
80
120
80
100

46
68
60
60
80
120
80
100

46
68
60
60
80
120
80
100

U
M
2xU

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5
6
7
8
9
10
38
68
60
60
80
120
80
100

…

32
l [m]

68
60
60
80
120
80
100

60
70
120
80
100

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60
70
120
80
100

70
120

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Results
The following modules can be used with the relevant settings for class B or A:
–

0.015% LT/m (0.05% LT/m) module – with a sensitivity
of min. 0.12% LT/m (0.4% LT/m)

–

0.1% LT/m (0.25% LT/m) module – with a sensitivity

–

0.5% LT/m (0.8% LT/m) module – with setting 0.5% LT/m (0.8% LT/m)

of min. 0.2% LT/m (0.5% LT/m)
System parameters possible:
–

I-pipe system
–

–

–

–

9 V fan voltage, max. 80 m total pipe length for U-pipe system

U-pipe system
–

6.9 V fan voltage, max. 110 m total pipe length

–

9 V fan voltage, max. 110 m total pipe length

M-pipe system
–

6.9 V fan voltage, max. 110 m total pipe length

–

9 V fan voltage, max. 160 m total pipe length

Double U-pipe system
–

6.9 V fan voltage, max. 140 m total pipe length

–

9 V fan voltage, max. 160 m total pipe length

NOTICE!
The sensitivity value is based on measurements with standard test fires (old value in
brackets).

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I-pipe system for space protection
The diameters of the air sampling openings should be taken from the relevant table for each
pipe configuration:
1 pipe system
FAS-420-TP1

A

FAS-420-TT1

B

C

D

E

F

L

M

C

D

E

F

L

M

FAS / FCS

2 pipe systems
FAS-420-TP2

A

FAS-420-TT2

B

Figure 3.5 I-pipe system for space protection

I-pipe system

Air sampling
opening
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M

∅ air sampling
opening
in mm a

a

Number of air sampling openings
5
6
7
8
9
10

1

2

3

4

7.0

6.0
6.8

5.2
5.2
5.6

4.6
4.6
4.6
5.0

4.2
4.2
4.4
4.4
4.4

3.8
3.8
4.0
4.0
4.2
4.2

3.6
3.6
3.8
3.8
3.8
3.8
4.0

3.4
3.4
3.4
3.4
3.6
3.8
3.8
4.0

3.0
3.0
3.2
3.4
3.6
3.6
3.6
3.8
3.8

3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.4
3.4
3.6
3.6
3.6
3.8

11

12

13

2.5
2.5
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.4
3.4
3.4
3.6
3.8
3.8

2.5
2.5
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.2
3.2
3.2
3.2
3.8
4.0

2.5
2.5
2.5
2.5
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.2
3.2
3.4
3.8
4.0

Punch diameter of the aspiration reducing film sheet

U-pipe system for space protection
1 pipe system
FAS-420-TP1

A

FAS-420-TT1

B

C

D

I

J

C

D

I

J

FAS / FCS

2 pipe systems
FAS-420-TP2
A

FAS-420-TT2

B

FAS / FCS

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U-pipe system

Air sampling
opening
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J

∅ air sampling
opening
in mm a

a

Number of air sampling openings
8
10
12
14
16

2

4

6

5.2

3.6
4.4

3.4
3.4
3.6

3.0
3.0
3.2
3.4

2.5
3.0
3.0
3.2
3.2

2.5
2.5
2.5
3.0
3.0
3.4

2.0
2.0
2.5
2.5
3.0
3.2
3.6

2.0
2.0
2.0
2.5
2.5
3.0
3.4
3.6

18

20

2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.5
2.5
3.0
3.4
3.6

2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.5
2.5
2.5
3.6
3.8

Punch diameter of the aspiration reducing film sheet

M-pipe system for space protection
1 pipe system

FAS / FCS

FAS-420-TP1
FAS-420-TT1

A

B

C

D

E

F

A

B

C

D

E

F

2 pipe systems
FAS-420-TP2
FAS-420-TT2

FAS / FCS

Figure 3.7

M-pipe system

M-pipe system for space protection

Air sampling opening

∅ air sampling

A
B
C
D
E
F
G

opening in mm a

a

3
4.4

6
3.4
3.6

Number of air sampling openings
9
12
15
3.0
2.5
2.5
3.0
2.5
2.5
3.2
3.2
2.5
3.2
3.0
3.2

18
2.0
2.5
2.5
2.5
3.0
3.2

21
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.5
2.5
3.2
3.4

Punch diameter of the aspiration reducing film sheet

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Double U-pipe system for space protection
1 pipe system

FAS / FCS

FAS-420-TP1
FAS-420-TT1

F

B

A

2 pipe systems
FAS-420-TP2
FAS-420-TT2

FAS / FCS
B

F

A

Figure 3.8 Double U-pipe system for space protection

Double U-pipe

Air sampling opening

system
∅ air sampling
opening in

A
B
C
D
E
F

mm a

a

Number of air sampling openings
12
16
20

4

8

4.0
-

3.0
3.4
-

2.5
3.0
3.0
-

2.0
2.5
3.0
3.2
-

2.0
2.0
2.5
2.5
3.6
-

C

D

24
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.5
2.5
3.6

Punch diameter of the aspiration reducing film sheet

Quadruple U-pipe system for space protection
1 pipe system
FAS-420-TP1

A

B

FAS-420-TT1

FAS / FCS

Figure 3.9 Quadruple U-pipe system for space protection

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Quadruple U-pipe

Air sampling opening
8

system
∅ air sampling
opening in mm

a

3.7

A
B
C
D

a

Number of air sampling openings
16
24
32

3.20
-

2.5
3.0
-

2.0
2.5
3.0
-

2.0
2.0
2.0
2.5

Punch diameter of the aspiration reducing film sheet

Pipe Planning for Single-Hole Monitoring
Depending on the pipe configuration, the following system parameters are used to detect a
single air sampling opening or a particular number of obstructed air sampling openings.
Planning is to be carried out according to regulations specified in Section 3.6 Standard Pipe
Planning. Additionally, the following limiting values and opening diameters must be observed.
An additional accessory (air filter, condensate separator etc.) can have an effect on the
maximum pipe length.
I-pipe system - single-hole monitoring

1 pipe system
FAS-420-TP1

A

FAS-420-TT1

B

C

D

E

F

I

J

B

C

D

E

F

I

J

FAS / FCS

2 pipe systems

A

FAS-420-TP2
FAS-420-TT2
Figure 3.10

Limiting values
I-pipe system

I-pipe system for space protection

Min. distance FAS-420 – 1st air sampling opening
Max. distance FAS-420 – 1st air sampling opening
Max. distance: 1st air sampling opening – last air sampling opening

4m
20 m

–

40 m

With low fan voltage

–
With high fan voltage
Max. overall pipe length (Ø 25 mm)

60 m

–

60 m

With low fan voltage

–
With high fan voltage
Min. distance between 2 air sampling openings
Max. distance between 2 air sampling openings
Max. number of air sampling openings (n) per pipe system
I-pipe system

Air sampling
opening
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J

∅ air sampling
opening in mm a

a

2

3

6.0
6.8
-

5.0
5.2
5.2
-

80 m
4m
12 m
10

Number of air sampling openings
4
5
6
7
8
4.2
4.4
4.6
4.6
-

3.8
3.8
4.0
4.0
4.4
-

3.2
3.2
3.6
3.6
4.0
4.0
-

3.0
3.0
3.0
3.4
3.4
3.8
3.8
-

2.5
2.5
3.0
3.0
3.4
3.4
3.8
3.8
-

9

10

2.5
2.5
2.5
3.0
3.0
3.4
3.4
3.8
3.8
-

2.0
2.0
2.5
2.5
3.0
3.0
3.4
3.4
3.6
3.6

Punch diameter of the aspiration reducing film sheet

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I pipe system activation thresholds
Activation

Number of openings

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

—
I
III
0
0

—
I
II
III
0

—
—
I
II
0

—
—
I
I
II

thresholds
1 obstructed opening
III
III
II
I
I
2 obstructed openings
0
0
III
III
II
3 obstructed openings
0
0
0
0
III
4 obstructed openings
0
0
0
0
0
5 obstructed openings
0
0
0
0
0
… will be recognized by the setting level x
— not possible0 not practical
Example
If 3 of a total of 7 air sampling openings are found to be obstructed, the switch for setting the
airflow monitoring should be set to level III.
NOTICE!
When planning in accordance with EN 54-20, level I or II must always be set for airflow
monitoring.

U-pipe system - single-hole monitoring
1 pipe system
FAS-420-TP1

A

B

C

D

E

G

B

C

D

E

G

FAS-420-TT1

FAS / FCS
2 pipe systems

A

FAS-420-TP2
FAS-420-TT2

FAS / FCS

Figure 3.11

Limiting values
U-pipe system

U-pipe system for space protection

Min. distance FAS-420 – T-fitting
Max. distance FAS-420 – T-fitting
Max. branch length

4m
20 m

–

40 m

With low fan voltage

–
With high fan voltage
Max. overall pipe length per pipe system (Ø 25 mm)

50 m

–

100 m

With low fan voltage

–
With high fan voltage
Min. distance between 2 air sampling openings
Max. distance between 2 air sampling openings
Max. number of air sampling openings (n) per pipe system

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U-pipe system

Air sampling opening

Ø air sampling

A
B
C
D
E
F
G

opening in mm a

a

Number of air sampling openings
2
4
6
8
5.2
3.6
3.4
3.2
4.0
3.4
3.2
3.6
3.4
3.4
-

10
2.5
3.0
3.0
3.2
3.2
-

12
2.5
2.5
2.5
3.0
3.0
3.2
-

14
2.0
2.0
2.5
2.5
3.0
3.0
3.2

Punch diameter of the aspiration reducing film sheet

U-pipe system activation thresholds per pipe system
Activation

Number of openings

2

4

6

8

10

12

14

—
—
I
II
III
0

—
—
—
I
II
III

—
—
—
—
I
II

thresholds
1 obstructed opening
III
II
I
—
2 obstructed openings
0
III
II
I
3 obstructed openings
0
0
III
II
4 obstructed openings
0
0
0
III
5 obstructed openings
0
0
0
0
6 obstructed openings
0
0
0
0
… will be recognized by the setting level x
— not possible

0 not practical

Example
If 3 of a total of 10 air sampling openings are found to be obstructed, the switch for setting
the airflow monitoring should be set to level I.
NOTICE!
When planning in accordance with EN 54-20, level I or II must always be set for airflow
monitoring.

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M-pipe system - single-hole monitoring
1 pipe system

FAS / FCS

FAS-420-TP1
FAS-420-TT1

d
A

B

2 pipe systems

C

D

C

D

d

FAS-420-TP2
A

FAS-420-TT2

B

FAS / FCS

Figure 3.12

Limiting values
Double U-pipe

M-pipe system for space protection

Min. distance FAS-420 – last T-fitting
Max. distance FAS-420 – last T-fitting
Max. branch length

4m
20 m

–

30 m

With low fan voltage

–
With high fan voltage
Max. overall pipe length per pipe system (Ø 25 mm)

40 m

–

110 m

With low fan voltage

–
With high fan voltage
Min. distance between 2 air sampling openings
Max. distance between 2 air sampling openings
Max. number of air sampling openings (n) per pipe system
M-pipe

Air sampling opening

Ø air sampling

A
B
C
D

opening in mm a

a

3
4.4
-

140 m
4m
12 m
12

Number of air sampling openings
6
9
3.4
3.0
3.6
3.0
3.2
-

12
2.5
2.5
3.2
3.2

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M-pipe system activation thresholds per pipe system
Activation

Number of openings

3

6

9

12

I
II
III
0
0
0
0

—
—
I
II
0
0
0

—
—
—
I
II
III
0

thresholds
1 obstructed opening
III
2 obstructed openings
0
3 obstructed openings
0
4 obstructed openings
0
5 obstructed openings
0
6 obstructed openings
0
7 obstructed openings
0
… will be recognized by the setting level x
— not possible0 not practical
Example
If 3 of a total of 9 air sampling openings are found to be obstructed, the switch for setting the
airflow monitoring should be set to level I.
NOTICE!
When planning in accordance with EN 54-20, level I or II must always be set for airflow
monitoring.

Double U-pipe system - single-hole monitoring
1 pipe system

FAS / FCS

FAS-420-TP1
C

FAS-420-TT1

B

A

2 pipe systems
FAS-420-TP2
FAS-420-TT2

FAS / FCS
C

Figure 3.13

Limiting values
Double U-pipe

B

A

Double U-pipe system for space protection

Min. distance FAS-420 – last T-fitting
Max. distance FAS-420 – last T-fitting
Max. branch length

4m
20 m

–

20 m

With low fan voltage

–
With high fan voltage
Max. overall pipe length per pipe system (Ø 25 mm)

30 m

–

100 m

With low fan voltage

–
With high fan voltage
Min. distance between 2 air sampling openings
Max. distance between 2 air sampling openings
Max. number of air sampling openings (n) per pipe system

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Ø air sampling

4
4.0
-

A
B
C

opening in mm a
a

Number of air sampling openings
8
3.0
3.4
-

51

12
2.5
3.0
3.0

Punch diameter of the aspiration reducing film sheet

Double U-pipe system activation thresholds per pipe system
Activation

Number of openings

4

8

12

1 obstructed opening
I
2 obstructed openings
II
3 obstructed openings
0
4 obstructed openings
0
5 obstructed openings
0
6 obstructed openings
0
… will be recognized by the setting level x

—
I
II
III
0
0

—
—
I
II
III
III

thresholds

— not possible

0 not practical

Example
If 4 of a total of 12 air sampling openings are found to be blocked, the switch for setting the
airflow monitoring should be set to level II.
NOTICE!
When planning in accordance with EN 54-20, level I or II must always be set for airflow
monitoring.

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Simplified Pipe Planning
Simplified planning is used for equipment protection and in premises with smaller
dimensions. The benefit of this type of planning is the standard diameters of the suction
openings.
Planning is to be carried out according to regulations specified in Section 3.6 Standard Pipe
Planning. Additionally, the following limiting values and opening diameters must be observed.
An additional accessory (air filter, condensate separator etc.) can have an effect on the
maximum pipe length.
I-pipe system - simplified planning

1 pipe system
FAS-420-TP1

d

FAS-420-TT1
i

2 pipe systems

10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

FAS / FCS

FAS-420-TP2
FAS-420-TT2

d

10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

Figure 3.14

Limiting values
I-pipe system

2

1

i

10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

FAS / FCS

I-pipe system, e.g. for equipment protection

Min. distance FAS-420 – 1st air sampling opening
Max. distance FAS-420 – 1st air sampling opening
Max. distance: 1st air sampling opening – last air sampling opening
Max. overall pipe length (Ø 25 mm)
Min. distance between air sampling openings
Max. distance between air sampling openings
Max. number of air sampling openings (n) per pipe system

2m
20 m
20 m
40 m
0.1 m
4m
18

I-pipe system

Number of air sampling openings
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
a
6.0
5.0
4.4
4.0
3.6
3.4
3.2
3.0
3.0 3.0 3.0 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5
Ø of all air sampling openings in mm
a

Punch diameter of the aspiration reducing film sheet

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U-pipe system - simplified planning
1 pipe system
FAS-420-TP1

d

FAS-420-TT1

1 0
9
8
7
6
5

i

4
3
2
1

FAS / FCS

2 pipe systems
FAS-420-TP2
FAS-420-TT2

d

2

1

1 0
9

1 0
9

8
7

8
7

6
5

6
5

4
3
2
1

Figure 3.15

Limiting values
U-pipe system

4
3

i

2
1

FAS / FCS

U-pipe system, e.g. for equipment protection

Min. distance FAS-420 – T-fitting
Max. distance FAS-420 – T-fitting
Max. branch length
Max. overall pipe length (Ø 25 mm)
Min. distance between air sampling openings (d)
Max. distance between air sampling openings (d)
Max. number of air sampling openings (n) per pipe system
U-pipe system
2
a
6.0
Ø of all air sampling openings in mm
a

2m
20 m
20 m
60 m
0.1 m
4m
18

Number of air sampling openings
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
4.4 3.6 3.2 3.0 3.0 2.5 2.5

18
2.5

Punch diameter of the aspiration reducing film sheet

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1 pipe system

FAS / FCS

FAS-420-TP1
FAS-420-TT1

d
A

B

2 pipe systems

C

D

C

D

d

FAS-420-TP2
A

FAS-420-TT2

B

FAS / FCS

Figure 3.16

Limiting values
Double U-pipe

M-pipe system, e.g. for space protection

Min. distance FAS-420 – last T-fitting
Max. distance FAS-420 – last T-fitting
Max. branch length
Max. overall pipe length (Ø 25 mm)
Min. distance between air sampling openings (d)
Max. distance between air sampling openings (d)
Max. number of air sampling openings (n) per pipe system
M-pipe
Ø of all air sampling openings in mm a
a

3
5.0

2m
20 m
20 m
80 m
0.1 m
4m
18

Number of air sampling openings
6
9
12
15
3.6
3.0
3.0
2.5

18
2.5

Punch diameter of the aspiration reducing film sheet

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Double U-pipe system - simplified planning
1 pipe system
FAS-420-TP1

d

FAS-420-TT1

FAS / FCS
i
0
1
9
8

7
6
5

4
3

2
1

2 pipe systems
FAS-420-TP2

d

FAS-420-TT2

®

TI TAN US P RO · SENS 2

10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

2

i
2

1

Limiting values
Double U-pipe

10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

Figure 3.17

1

FAS / FCS

Double U-pipe system, e.g. for equipment protection

Min. distance FAS-420 – last T-fitting
Max. distance FAS-420 – last T-fitting
Max. branch length
Max. overall pipe length (Ø 25 mm)
Min. distance between air sampling openings (d)
Max. distance between air sampling openings (d)
Max. number of air sampling openings (n) per pipe system
Double U-pipe

Ø of all air sampling openings in mm a
a

2m
20 m
20 m
100 m
0.1 m
4m
20

Number of air sampling openings
4

8

12

16

20

4.0

3.4

3.0

2.5

2.0

Punch diameter of the aspiration reducing film sheet

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3.9

Planning for Long Pipe Feed Lines
NOTICE!
Only to be used when taking over inventory planning

Pipes with a 40 mm diameter are required for planning pipe feed line A (Figure 3.18). Area B is
designed with 25 mm pipes in accordance with Section 3.6 Standard Pipe Planning. The plan
applies for the pipe configurations described above.
E

D

C

B

A

A

B

2

D

E

F

1

1 0

1 0

9
8
7

9
8
7

6
5

6
5

4
3
2
1

Figure 3.18

C

B

A

F

4
3

i

2
1

Example of a pipe system with long pipe feed lines for area monitoring

The general pipe planning is restricted by the use of long pipe feed lines as follows:
–

Pipes with a 40 mm diameter increase transport time.

–

1 m pipe with a 40 mm diameter replaces 3 m pipe with a 25 mm diameter.
C
B

FAS / FCS

∅ 25 mm:
≤ 20 m

A

10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

2

i

1
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

∅ 40 mm: ≤ 100 m
Figure 3.19

Example of special planning for high-rise warehouse

A basic pipe can be installed for high-rise warehouse (Figure 3.19) planning, from which the
stub-shaped aspiration pipes are routed.

3.10

Planning with Acceleration Openings
Acceleration openings
In order to meet individual regulations, it may be necessary to increase the transport time of
the systems. This can be fulfilled by fitting the ends of the pipe branches with acceleration
openings, which increase transport speed. Depending on the regulations concerning
transport time, it may be necessary to dimension an acceleration opening with the same or
double the diameter of the last air sampling opening on a pipe branch. Only authorized aids
should be used to calculate the transport time.The additional airflow of the acceleration
openings also reduces the sensitivity of the air sampling openings. If required, this reduction
can be offset as follows:

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Method of resolution
Increasing the sensitivity of the detector

Primarily used in
Previously installed systems

2

module
Reducing the number of air sampling

Systems currently being planned

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openings
1. option: increasing the sensitivity
Reduced sensitivity at the air sampling openings can be offset by using a more sensitive
detection setting. A distinction must be made regarding whether the cross-section of an
acceleration opening is smaller or the same as:
–

the cross-section of the last air sampling opening of a branch (Table 3.1)

–

the doubled cross-section of the last air sampling opening of a branch (Table 3.2)

Air sampling openings
Pipe shape 1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 20 21 24 32
I
0.50 0.66 0.75 0.80 0.83 0.85 0.87 0.88 0.90 0.90 0.91 0.92 0.92
U
0.50
0.66
0.75
0.80
0.83
0.85
0.87
0.88 0.90 0.90
M
0.50
0.66
0.75
0.80
0.83
0.85
0.87
Double U
0.50
0.66
0.75
0.80
0.83
0.85
Quadruple U
0.50
0.66
0.75 0.80
Table 3.1 Factors for increasing the sensitivity (acceleration opening corresponds to one air sampling opening)

Air sampling openings
Pipe shape 1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 20 21 24 32
I
0.33 0.50 0.60 0.66 0.71 0.75 0.77 0.80 0.81 0.83 0.84 0.85 0.86
U
0.33
0.50
0.60
0.66
0.71
0.75
0.77
0.80 0.81 0.83
M
0.33
0.50
0.60
0.66
0.71
0.75
0.77
Double U
0.33
0.50
0.60
0.66
0.71
0.75
Quadruple U
0.33
0.50
0.60 0.66
Table 3.2 Factors for increasing the sensitivity (acceleration opening corresponds to two air sampling openings)

Example:
A class B double U-pipe system with 24 air sampling openings is planned. According to EN
54-20, 24 openings are permitted in class B at a sensitivity of 0.25% LT/m. In order to increase
the transport time, an acceleration opening the same size as the last air sampling opening is
to be used.According to Table 3.1, the necessary sensitivity of the detector module in this
case is
0.25 % LT/m * 0.85 = 0.1875 % LT/m.
2. option: reducing the number of air sampling openings
Reduced sensitivity at the air sampling openings can be offset by reducing the number of air
sampling openings. A distinction must be made regarding whether the cross-section of an
acceleration opening is smaller or the same as:

Pipe shape
I
U
M
Double U
Quadruple U

1

–

the cross-section of the last air sampling opening of a branch (Table 3.3)

–

the doubled cross-section of the last air sampling opening of a branch (Table 3.4)

2
1

3
2

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3
2

5
4

6
5
4
3

7
6

8
7
6
4

Air sampling openings
9 10 11 12 13 14
8
9 10 11 12
8
10
12
6
9
8

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16

18

20

14

16
15

18

12
12
8

21

24

32

20
16

24

18
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Table 3.3

Reducing the number of air sampling openings (acceleration opening corresponds to one air sam-

pling opening)

Pipe shape
I
U
M
Double U
Quadruple U

1

2
1

3
1

4
2
2

5
3

6
4
2
3

7
5

8
6
4
4

Table 3.4

Air sampling openings
9 10 11 12 13 14
7
8
9 10 11
6
8
10
3
6
4

15

16

18

20

12

14
12

16

9
8
8

21

24

32

16
8

16

15
12

Reducing the number of air sampling openings (acceleration opening corresponds to two air sam-

pling openings)

Example:
A class B double U-pipe system with 24 air sampling openings is planned. According to EN
54-20, 24 openings are permitted in class B at a sensitivity of 0.25% LT/m. In order to increase
the transport time, an acceleration opening twice the size as the last air sampling opening is
to be used. According to Table 3.4, 16 air sampling openings are permitted in this case at a
sensitivity of 0.25% LT/m.

3.11

Planning for Forced Airflow
Monitoring the air-conditioning ducts
Air-conditioning units are broken down into low and high-speed units (see table below). The
details provided in this chapter apply only to low-speed units. There are no adequate
empirical values available for high-speed units. Hence, smoke trials must be executed for airconditioning ducts with flow speeds above 10 m/s, in order to determine optimal response
behavior.

Flow speed

Low-speed units

High-speed units

Max. 10 m/s

> 10 m/s

Large

Small

Low

Large

Duct cross-section
Differential pressure
along the direction of
flow.

The speed distribution in an air-conditioning duct appears as follows:

1

v4
v3
v2

1
v1 to

Air-conditioning duct
Flow speed

v4

v1
v1 > v2 > v3 > v4

Figure 3.20

Speed distribution in an air-conditioning duct

Aspiration
To achieve optimal detection results, the pipe system should be organized into the areas v1
to v3
Installation location of the pipe system

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The exhaust duct should be selected as the installation location of the pipe system, as far as
possible away from the sound dampers, air baffles and bends. The distance from such
“obstacles” should be at least three times the smallest duct diameter.
If it is absolutely essential to install the pipe system directly behind air baffles, sound
dampers or bends; the main speed ranges must be monitored (see Figure 3.21/Figure 3.22).
1
2

3 x dmin

Main speed range
Exceptional
arrangement of the pipe
system (if distance of

1

3 x dmin cannot be

2

Figure 3.21

2

3

observed)
Typical pipe system

dmin

arrangement
Smallest duct diameter

1
2
3
4
5

Smoke aspiration pipe
Sound proofing
Main speed range
Sound dampers
Bore

Direction change of the duct without air baffles

3

4

5

1

Figure 3.22

3

Sound dampers in a duct

When installing a pipe system in air-conditioning ducts, the following must be observed:
–

Since the FAS-420 and the pipe system are located in different pressure ranges, an airreturn pipe (see next page) must be provided.

–

The pipe entries into the duct must be airtight.

–

The portion of the pipe system that is outside the duct must be sealed airtight.

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2

FAS / FCS

3
5

1/2 b

4

b

5

F

F
A
1
2
3
4
5
b

Front view
Plan view
Air-conditioning duct
Duct adapter
Airflow
Aspiration
Air-return pipe
Width of air-

v1 to

conditioning duct
Flow speed

v4

1
v4
v3
v2

3

10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

2
i

v1

FAS / FCS

A
Figure 3.23

Air-return pipe

Air-return pipe
The air-return pipe must be positioned at a distance of at least 2 m from the aspiration. The
open end of the return is sloped at a 45° angle (see Fig. 5.5, page 80).

1
v4
v3
v2

3

10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

A
i

v1

2

FAS / FCS

Air-conditioning duct
Duct adapter
Airflow
Aspiration in area v1
Return in area v3
Flow speed

v4

B
2

Figure 3.24

1
2
3
A
B
v1 to

≥ 200 mm

Offset arrangement of the air return

If the distance of 2 m cannot be adhered to, the pipes must be arranged offset. This way, a
pressure fall between intake and exhaust can be achieved since the pipes are located in
different speed ranges (see Figure 3.24).
The distance of the air sampling openings to one another and to the duct wall is represented
in the following table.
Bore distances

Duct cross-section

Duct cross-section

Distance of the air sampling openings to the

≤ 0.5 m²
100 to 200 mm

≤ 0.5 m²
200 to 300 mm

wall
Distance of the air sampling openings to one

100 mm

150 mm

another
Diameter of the air sampling openings
The diameter of the air sampling openings is derived from the number of air sampling
openings. The precise value can be obtained from Section 3.8 Simplified Pipe Planning.
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The pipe is closed with an end cap without bore hole.
Arrangement
The air sampling openings must face the airflow (see Fig. 5.4).
Note when planning that the air-conditioning ducts are often only accessible from two sides
for installation of the pipe system.
Example
Figure 3.25 shows two planning examples of pipe systems in air-conditioning ducts.
FAS / FCS

A

FAS / FCS

duct

100

a

a

Cross-sectional area of

a

(with A = a x b)
Height of air-

b

conditioning duct
Width of airconditioning duct

100

150
1/2 b
b

A ≤ 0,5 m2

200
1/2 b
b

A > 0,5 m2
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3.12

Power Supply
To measure the power supply, the detector-ready state of the security system and the alarm
case are regarded. When the system is ready to detect, the power supply must provide the
standby current for the aspirating smoke detectors and ensure the emergency power
rechargeable battery is charged in accordance with DIN VDE 0833, part 1 (80% charged in
24 hrs).
Current calculation
The current in the event of an alarm is calculated according to the following formula:
Space protection

Ig = IA x nmax + IQ x (n - nmax) ≤ IPSmax
Equipment protection

Ig = IA x √n + IQ x (n - √n) ≤ IPSmax
Charging current
The current required to charge the battery is calculated using the formula below (for space
and equipment protection):

IL =

0,8 x Kn
24

Ig = IQ x n + IL ≤ IPSmax
where
Ig

=

IA

=

Alarm current of an aspirating smoke detector in [A]

IQ

=

Standby current of an aspirating smoke detector in [A]

Total current of all connected aspirating smoke detectors in [A]

IPSmax

=

Max. power supply of the network power supply in [A]

IL

=

Charging current of the rechargeable batteries (80% of the nominal capacity

Kn

=

within 24 hours) in [A]
Rated battery capacity

n
nmax

=
=

Total number of connected aspirating smoke detectors
The maximum number of aspirating smoke detectors in a detection area (see
example below)

The power supply can service detectors from several detection ranges, e.g.:
–

1 x FAS-420 in detection zone 1

–

2 x FAS-420 in detection zone 2

–

4 x FAS-420 in detection zone 3

–

1 x FAS-420 in detection zone 4 etc.

In the example, the zone with the highest energy requirement is zone 3 and hence nmax = 4.
For equipment protection, it is assumed that max. √n detectors can trigger an alarm at the
same time.
NOTICE!
The power packs are laid out using the calculated total current (Ig) with the highest value.

Please refer to Section 2.8 Technical Specifications, page 29 for the current consumption of
the FAS-420.

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Line calculation
The maximum line length is derived from the permissible voltage drop on the supply line. The
permissible voltage drop is the difference between the end-point voltage of the backup
battery (21.5 V) and the lower operating voltage limits of the aspirating smoke detectors.

Lmax =

γ x ΔU x A
Ig x 2

where
Lmax

=

Maximum line length in [m]

A
Ig

=
=

Strand cross-section in [mm²]
Total current of all connected aspirating smoke detectors in [A]

γ
ΔU

=
=

Conductivity: Cu=57 m/Ω mm2
max. voltage drop on the supply line

To guarantee the impermeability of the housing, the corresponding cable bushing must be
selected for the existing cable.
–

M 25 cable bushing: Ø 9-14 mm

–

M 20 cable bushing: Ø 8-12 mm

The Fire System Designer (FSD) enables case-specific calculations to be carried out for
planning the FPA-5000 Modular Fire Panel.

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Installing the Aspirating Smoke Detector

4.1

General
The regulations, guidelines and provisions described in Section 3.1 apply.
The following must be observed when installing the FAS-420 aspirating smoke detector:
1.

Do not interfere with, modify or convert the equipment. If adjustments cannot be
avoided, consult with the operator, the unit manufacturer and/or the supply company.

2.

All changes to the house mains (230 V/400 V supply) and to third-party systems must be

–

Primary connection of the mains charger,

–

Carrying out any potentially essential lightning and surge protection measures in

executed by the builder. This includes e.g.

compliance with relevant standards.
WARNING!
Installation must only be performed by authorized and specialized personnel!
Switch off the unit before carrying out any connection work!
Do not connect or disconnect the detector module while switched on!

4.2

Installing the Detector Module
NOTICE!
Only DM-TT-50(80), DM-TT-10(25) and DM-TT-01(05) detector modules certified to VdS may
be used.
The detector module settings are configured via the RPS software. All DIP switches on the
detector module must be set to "OFF".
The sensitivity value is based on measurements with standard test fires (old value in
brackets).The activation threshold for the airflow malfunction is set to 20% volume flow
change by default. Higher values are not permitted within EN 54-20.

1

HEAD1 DIAG HEAD2 DISPLAY
3
5

4

s
rie
se
20
S-4
FA

2 6

Figure 4.1 Installing the Detector Module

CAUTION!
Electrostatic discharge (ESD)! This can damage electronic
components. Ground yourself using a wrist strap or take other suitable measures.

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Proceed as follows to install the detector module (see Figure 4.1):
1.
2.

Open the unit by carefully unlocking the housing cover's quick locks.
Carefully pull the display board connection cable from the motherboard ("DISPLAY"
connection) and remove the housing cover. Once the unit is installed, fix the cover with a
service clip.

NOTICE!
FAS-420-TP2 and FAS-420-TT2 variants
These unit types are factory prepared for the installation of two detector modules:
–

The fan covers for both aspiration pipes are removed.

–

The two pipe system connections are cut out.

–

The pin pair on jumper BR1 is open (see Section 4.3.4 Number of Detector Modules).

1.

Spread the brackets provided for fixing the detector module slightly apart.

2.

Carefully insert the detector module until you hear it click into place. Make sure that the
used detector module is fixed tightly and securely by the bracket by additionally pushing
together the brackets by hand.

3.

Connect detector module 1 to the "HEAD1" connection on the motherboard using the
flatband cable.
FAS-420-TP2 and FAS-420-TT2 variants:
Connect detector module 2 to the "HEAD2" connection on the motherboard using the
flatband cable.

4.

4.3

Reconnect the display board cable to the "DISPLAY" connection on the motherboard.

Settings on the Unit Motherboard
X7 24VDC X8 LSN
Shield

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

DISPLAY
DIAG
HEAD1
HEAD2

Shield

BR1

BR4

LED1
LED2

2x DM-...

+

ON

1x DM-...

-

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

BR1
1 2

DIP

ON

DD+
VV+
VV+
24VDC V V+
a2 LSN b2+
a1 b1+

X6 ext.
Display

BR4
1 2

6,9 V
9V
Figure 4.2 Settings on the motherboard

4.3.1

Setting the Detector Address
The aspirating smoke detector is set via the 8 DIP switches on the motherboard ("DIP") using
a suitable plastic insulated tool.
The default address is "0" (all DIP switches to "off").
The DIP switch settings for all approved addresses are listed in the table in the Appendix,
page 103-104 (0= off, 1= on).

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Address Operating mode

Network structure
Loop
Stub

T-branch

(A)
0

Automatic address assignment in "improved

X

X

-

1 to 254

version" LSN mode
Manual address assignment in "improved

X

X

X

version" LSN mode
255 = CL Automatic address assignment in "classic" LSN X

X

-

mode (address range: max. 127)
X = possible- = not possible
NOTICE!
It is not permitted to use different operating modes in one loop/stub/T branch next to each
other!

4.3.2

Setting the Fan Voltage
The standard fan voltage setting is 6.9 V. In critical applications, the fan voltage may be
switched to 9 V. This increases the transport speed in the pipe system, thus achieving faster
detection with longer pipe lengths.
To switch to 9 V, pull out jumper BR4 (see Figure 4.2).
The default setting is marked in bold.
Fan voltage
6.9 V
9V
X = pin pair bypassedO = pin pair open

Jumper BR4, pin no. 1+2
X
O

CAUTION!
Re-initialize the airflow if you switch the fan voltage. Close or open jumper BR4 only when the
unit is switched off.

4.3.3

Setting the Fan Voltage (SL Variant)
For FAS-420-xx systems, the standard fan voltage setting is 6.9 V.
CAUTION!
For SL variants, always remove jumper BR4 from the motherboard.
Close or open jumper the jumpers BR1 and BR2 only when the device is switched off.
Re-initialize the airflow if you have switched the fan voltage.
The fan voltage on the fan activation circuit board on SL devices is set using the jumpers BR1
and BR2. The default setting is marked in bold.
Fan voltage with FC-2

Jumper BR1, pin no. 1+2

Jumper BR2, pin no. 1+2

6.5 V

O

X

6.9 V

X

O

9V

O

O

X = pin pair bypassed O = pin pair open

4.3.4

Number of Detector Modules
The number of populated detector modules is factory set depending on the model variant
(jumper BR1 on the motherboard, see Figure 4.2).

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Variant
Number of detector modules Jumper BR1, pin no. 1+2
FAS-420-TP1 / FAS-420-TT1
1 detector module
X
FAS-420-TP2 / FAS-420-TT2
2 detector modules
O
X = pin pair bypassedO = pin pair open

4.4

Installing the Unit
NOTICE!
–

When selecting the installation location, it must be ensured that the unit displays are

–

Remember when planning that the unit fans generate a noise level of approx. 45 dB(A).

–

The installation location may not be in any door opening area.

easily visible.

A

B
≥ 10 cm

1

Aspiration device

B

upwards
Aspiration device
downwards with air

1
2

2

≥ 10 cm
eri
0s

A

eri

S
FA

es

0s
-42

outlet opening upwards
Smoke aspiration pipe
Air-return pipe

es

2
S-4
FA

Figure 4.3 Installation of the FAS-420

The air outlet on the unit must not be obstructed. There must be a free area of 10 cm in front
of the air outlet.
The aspirating smoke detector can be installed with the aspiration device pointing upwards or
downwards. Rotate the cover through 180° in the required direction.
Aspiration downwards
If the air-return pipe is directed upwards, it must be guaranteed that no foreign bodies or
dripping water can penetrate the air return. You should therefore use a short, downward
angled pipe (see Figure 4.3).
Mounting type MT-1
The aspirating smoke detector is either bolted directly to the wall provided for installation
using the rear panel or installed by means of unit mounting type MT-1, e.g. onto frames (see
Figure 4.4).

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1
2

2

1

20
S-4
FA

se

20
S-4
FA

s
rie

Horizontal installation
Vertical installation

s
rie

se

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Installation material

FAS-420

Cylinder or flat head screws
–

Mounting (type MT-1)

Thread diameter: max. 6 mm

–
Head diameter: 10 mm
Cylinder or flat head screws
–

Thread diameter: max. 4 mm

–

Head diameter: 5 to 7 mm

Bore distances

200

30

160

The distances between the bores are shown in the figures below (all measurements in mm).

255
292
Figure 4.5 Bore distances of FAS-420 without mounting

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432
420
330
30

36

33,5

4,5

90

92

∅ 8,4

53

4

30

28,5

210

42
150
170
205
260
285
320
360

Figure 4.6 Bore distances with mounting type MT-1

Reducing operating noises
If the aspirating smoke detector is installed in noise-sensitive areas, observe the instructions
in Section 2.5.8 Measures for Reducing Operating Noise, page 20.
Installation
1.

First, clearly mark the fixing points on the installation position provided on the
equipment. Use the supplied drilling jig as an aid. To guarantee a safe and low-vibration
hold, the unit must be secured with four screws.

2.

Using four screws appropriate for the installation method, attach the unit securely to the
surface or to the unit mounting. Ensure that the unit is not fixed under mechanical stress
and that the screws are not tightened too tightly, otherwise damage or undesirable
resonance noises could occur.
To equalize unevenness and/or prevent vibrations, vibration absorbers (subject to
separate order) must be used..

Connecting the aspiration pipe
1.

To connect the aspiration pipe to the FAS-420, insert it into the pipe connection provided
(see Figure 4.7).
1

20
S-4
FA

Smoke aspiration pipe

ries
se

1

Figure 4.7 Connecting the aspiration pipe to the FAS-420 Aspirating
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NOTICE!
–

Do not use glue to connect the aspiration pipe and pipe connection.

–

In the event of sharp temperature fluctuations, the pipe must be fixed immediately in
front of the unit so that the pipe does not pull out of the pipe connection when the length
changes (see Section 5.1 Length Change of the Pipe System).

4.5

Connection to the Fire Panel

4.5.1

Electrical Connection
CAUTION!
Switch off the unit before carrying out any connection work!

Proceed as follows to prepare the electrical connections:
1.

Using a screwdriver, carefully punch out the required cable entry points of the housing
(max. 5 x M20 and 2 x M25).

2.

Fit the cable entry point(s) as required with M20 or M25 connections by pushing them
into the cable entries. 2 x M25 and 1 x M20 are supplied in the pack.

3.

Punch out the connections using a sharp object.
Caution: Do not cut the cable bushings with a knife!

4.

Route the connection cable(s) (max. 2.5 mm2) through the prepared M20 or M25
connections and into the unit. Now cut these to the required length inside the unit.

5.

Wire the unit according to the connection information described below. The connection
terminals of the 24 V additional supply voltage and the LSN connection are plug
connections and are easy to remove.

NOTICE!
The units are usually connected to an additional power supply. When connecting to the FPA5000 Modular Fire Panel, the voltage is supplied via the AUX outputs of the BCM 0000 Battery
Controller Module. Alternatively, an external power supply unit (e.g. FPP-5000 or UEV 1000)
can be used.

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X7 24 VDC X8 LSN

Designation
Cable
Function
Shield
Shield wire
b1+
Yellow
LSN b, incoming
a1White
LSN a, incoming
b2+
Yellow
LSN b, outgoing
a2White
LSN a, outgoing
V+
Red
Additional power supply, incoming
VBlack
V+
Red
Additional power supply, outgoing
VBlack
V+
Red
Supply voltage for digital parallel display *
VBlack
D+
Data line connection for digital parallel display *
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LSN Configuration
Once the aspirating smoke detector has been connected to the LSN, the detector and
detector module, or the two detector modules (FAS-420-TP2 and FAS-420-TT2), are
configured using the FSP-5000-RPS programming software via a laptop connected to the
FPA-5000 Fire Panel.
Information on the LSN configuration can also be found in the Online Help feature of the RPS
programming software. Notes on diagnostics data for the fire panel are contained in the
operation guide for the FPA-5000.
NOTICE!
Both a dual-detector dependency and a dual-zone dependency can be established when
connecting the FAS-420-TP2 and the FAS-420-TT2 to the FPA-5000 Modular Fire Panel.

4.5.3

Parameter Settings via RPS (Remote Programming Software)
The parameters for each detector module are specified in the relevant "Sensor" dialog
window via drop-down fields. The defaults settings in RPS are marked in bold.
1.

Enter the used detector module.

2.

Select all other parameters (see tables).

Detector module
DM-TT-01(05)
DM-TT-10(25)

Sensitivity
DM-TT-01(05) DM-TT-10(25) DM-TT-50(80)
0.015%/m
0.1%/m
0.5%/m

DM-TT-50(80)

(0.05%/m)
0.03%/m

(0.25%/m)
0.2%/m

(0.8%/m)
1.0%/m

(0.1%/m)
0.06%/m

(0.5%/m)
0.4%/m

(1.6%/m)

(0.2%/m)
0.12%/m

(1%/m)
0.8%/m

(0.4%/m)

(2%/m)

Further sensitivity
A second sensitivity can
be set, e.g. for day/night
mode. For adjustable
sensitivity levels, see left.

Activation threshold for airflow malfunction
Low (+/- 10% volume flow change)
Average (+/- 20% volume flow change)
High (+/- 30% volume flow change)
Very high (+/- 50% volume flow change)

Alarm delay
0 seconds
10 seconds
30 seconds
60 seconds

Airflow fault delay
30 seconds
2 minutes
15 minutes
60 minutes

LOGIC·SENS filter
Off
On

NOTICE!
When the fire panel is in revision mode, the LOGIC·SENS is temporarily deactivated, allowing
the detector modules to be checked quickly and directly.
The sensitivity value is based on measurements with standard test fires (old value in
brackets).The activation threshold for the airflow malfunction is set to 20% volume flow
change by default. Higher values are not permitted within EN 54-20.

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Connecting an External Detector Alarm Display
A digital external detector alarm display can be connected to the 420 series aspirating smoke
detectors. This is available by separate order.
Connect the remote indicator to the motherboard of the FAS-420 using the terminal strip X6
(see Figure 4.2, Page 65). The unit must be in a voltage-free state for this. Alternatively,
FNS-420-R LSN Strobes can be connected via LSN and configured via FSP-5000-RPS.

4.7

Data Logging
1

2

USB port with
FAS-ASD-DIAG,
COM1/COM2 with

2
HEAD1

earlier versions
DIAG connection cable
FAS-420 motherboard

HEAD2 DISPLAY
Shield

+

DIAG

2
3

ON

-

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1

3
Figure 4.8 Connecting a PC via the diagnostics cable

The DIAG diagnostic software is used to conduct the device tests.
The current airflow sensor data, smoke level values, various status values and the parameters
configured via RPS can be read out locally using a laptop. This makes it much easier to detect
altered operation conditions in the event of service being carried out.
The supplied diagnostics cable connects the aspirating smoke detector ("DIAG" connection on
the motherboard) to the PC. The FAS-ASD-DIAG version is connected to the PC via a USB
port, earlier DIAG versions use a COM port (see Figure 4.8).
Windows 2000 or Windows XP can be used as the operating system (earlier diagnostic
software versions (with serial interface) run under WINDOWS 95, 98, ME, 2000 and NT).
For details, please see the diagnostic software documentation.

4.8

Replacing a Detector Module
1

HEAD1 DIAG HEAD2 DISPLAY
3
5

4

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CAUTION!
Switch off the unit before carrying out any connection work!
Do not connect or disconnect the detector module while switched on!
1.

Open the unit by carefully unlocking the housing cover's quick locks.

2.

Carefully pull the display board connection cable from the motherboard ("DISPLAY"
connection) and remove the housing cover. Once the unit is installed, fix the cover with a
service clip.

3.
4.

Unplug the detector module’s connector cable from the motherboard.
Spread the brackets provided for fixing the detector module slightly apart and remove
the detector module.
Now spread the two brackets again. Carefully insert the new detector module until you
hear it click into place. Make sure that the used detector module is fixed tightly and
securely by the bracket by additionally pushing together the brackets by hand.

5.

Attach the detector module to the connection on the motherboard: detector module 1 to
"HEAD 1", detector module 2 to "HEAD 2".

6.

Reconnect the display board cable to the "DISPLAY" connection on the motherboard.

Before initialization, the operating voltage must be connected again. To initialize the pipe
system, press the S2 flow-init button on the detector module.
1.

Close the housing cover.

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Installation of the Pipe System
At the very least, the pipes and fittings used for the pipe system must comply with class 1131
according to EN 61386-1, 2004.Class 1131 requires the following of the pipe system in use:
Features
Compression resistance
Shock resistance
Temperature range

Severity
125 N
0.5 kg, drop height of 100 mm
-15 °C to +60 °C

The pipe system must be constructed using the following pipes and the associated fittings:
Exterior diameter
Smoke aspiration pipe

25 mm

Internal diameter
ABS
PVC
21.4 mm
21.2 mm

For pipe systems with long pipe feed lines (see also Section 3.9 Planning for Long Pipe Feed
Lines, page 56), you must also use the following pipes and the associated fittings:
Exterior diameter
Smoke aspiration pipe

40 mm

Internal diameter
ABS
PVC
35 mm
36.2 mm

NOTICE!
When constructing the pipe system, observe the temperature range specified under
Section 2.8.3 Pipe system, page 30 in the Technical Specifications chapter.

The pipe system must be constructed according to planning specifications and taking into
account the planning guidelines (see Section 3 Planning).
1.

Shorten the pipes with a pipe-cutter (38 mm) or a metal saw. Deburr the joints and clean
up the chips.

2.

Before gluing, clean the adhesion points with the prescribed cleaning agent (Tangit) to
remove dirt and grease. Use the Tangit adhesive to glue the pipe transitions with the
appropriate fittings so that they are airtight.

NOTICE!
If halogen-free plastics must be used, the installation procedures may vary depending on the
selected material:
–

ABS is glued

–

Polypropylene (PP) is welded

–

Polyamide (PA) is pushed together and bolted.

3.

Minimize pipe lengths and changes of direction. Pipe elbows have an extremely high flow
resistance. Therefore, they should be used only where they cannot be avoided for
structural engineering reasons. If necessary, reduce pipe lengths in proportion to the
pipe elbows used.

NOTICE!
Pipe bends must be given preference over pipe elbows. Too many changes of direction can
cause an airflow malfunction in the FAS-420 and have a negative impact on the detection time.
As a benchmark, a pipe bend corresponds to a straight pipe length of 0.3 m. An elbow
corresponds to a straight pipe length of 1.5 m.
4.

Fix the pipe system. It must not sag or be possible to move it. Fasten the pipes with pipe
clips without rubber inserts. The distance between the pipe clips should not exceed
80 cm. At high temperatures, reduce the distance between the pipe clips to a maximum
of 30 cm.

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NOTICE!
Do not use pipe clips with rubber inserts since these do not allow length extensions and the
pipe system may bend or even tear.

5.

Close open pipe ends with an end cap.

NOTICE!
On completion, test the pipe system:

5.1

–

For leaks

–

For fault-free connections

–

For correct planning of the air sampling openings.

Length Change of the Pipe System
Length changes to the pipes are caused by temperature changes. Temperature increases
cause lengthening of the pipes, temperature drops cause shortening of the pipes. The length
change must be given particular consideration if the temperature of the pipe system at the
time of installation deviates from the normal operating temperature.
The length change can be calculated using the following formula:
ΔL = L x ΔT x δ
where
ΔL
L
ΔT
δ
δPVC
δABS

=
=
=
=
=
=

Length change in [mm]
Length of the pipe to be calculated in [m]
Maximum temperature difference in [°C]
Length change coefficient in [mm/m x °C]
0.08 mm/m x °C
0.101 mm/m x °C

For example, a temperature change of 10 °C on a 10 m-long PVC pipe causes a length change
of 8 mm.
Mounting clamps
PVC pipe clips are used as standard for installing the pipe system. These clips do not allow
any length extensions.
1

Standard mounting clamps for 25 mm

2

pipe
Plastic mounting clamps for 25 mm pipe,
for length changes and temperatures of

1

2

3

3

up to -40 °C
Spring steel clamp for 25 mm pipe, for
high-rise warehouses and temperatures

Figure 5.1 Overview of mounting clamps

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Air Sampling Openings
1
2

4

1

2

5 6

4 3

Smoke aspiration pipe
Aspiration reducing film
sheet with air sampling

3

opening
Marking tape for aspiration

4
5
6

reducing film sheet
Air sampling opening
Fire red (RAL 3000)
Transparent

Figure 5.2 Example of an aspiration boring with aspiration reducing
film sheet

Air sampling openings
Select the structure of the air sampling opening (aspiration boring) and the position in the
pipe system according to the project specification and taking into account the planning
guidelines.

1

1
2
3
7.0

7.0

7.0

7.0

2

1
2
3

Smoke aspiration pipe
10 mm aspiration boring
Aspiration reducing film

4

sheet
Marking tape for aspiration

5
6

reducing film sheet
Fire red stripes (RAL 3000)
Transparent

4
7.0

7.0

3

5
6

Figure 5.3 Applying the aspiration reducing film sheet

Aspiration borings
1.

Bore an aspiration boring with a 10 mm drill at a right angle to the pipe. Deburr the
boring carefully and remove chips. Clean the boring area (across the entire span of the
pipe) of grease and dust.

2.

Select the size of the aspiration reducing film sheet according to the specifications.
Glue the aspiration reducing film sheet to the opening (see Figure 5.3).

3.

Glue the marking tape over the aspiration reducing film sheet, in order to prevent the film
sheet from becoming detached.

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NOTICE!
The holes of the aspiration reducing film sheet and the marking tape must be exactly over the
aspiration boring so that the opening diameter of the aspiration reducing film sheet is not
changed.
To keep the adhesive surfaces of the film sheets free of dust and grease, avoid touching them.

5.3

Ceiling Lead-through

1

1
2

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

T-fitting
Hose connection for ceiling lead-through
Aspiration hose for ceiling lead-through
Ceiling lead-through nut
False ceiling
Ceiling lead-through (part)
Aspiration reducing film sheet

4
3
4

2
5

3
6

5

7
The following steps are essential for installing a ceiling lead-through:
1.

Before gluing, clean the adhesion points with the prescribed cleaning agent to remove
dirt and grease. Glue the hose connection to the relevant T-fitting on the aspiration pipe
using Tangit adhesive.

2.
3.

Drill a ∅ 13 mm hole in the false ceiling for each ceiling lead-through.
Install the ceiling lead-through by removing the nut, pushing the part with the hose nozzle
through the bore from below, then refitting and tightening the nut above the false ceiling.

4.

Determine the required aspiration hose and cut to length. Place the cut end of the hose
onto the hose nozzle in the ceiling lead-through and onto the hose connection on the
aspiration pipe T-fitting. If necessary, heat up the hose using a hot air blower.

5.

Glue the required aspiration reducing film sheet (as per the planning guidelines) onto the
ceiling lead-through.

NOTICE!
The hole in the aspiration reducing film sheet must be positioned exactly over the opening in
the ceiling lead-through. The opening diameter in the aspiration reducing film sheet must not
be altered.
To keep the adhesive surfaces of the film sheets free of dust and grease, avoid touching them.

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5.4

Monitoring with Forced Airflow

5.4.1

Detection at Intake and Exhaust Openings
CAUTION!
If the smoke aspiration occurs in a forced airflow (fan, air-conditioning units), direct the air
sampling openings depending on the exhaust speed in the airflow (see Figure 5.4).

1

1

Aspiration pipe with air

2
3

sampling openings
Exhaust speed < 0.5 m/s
Exhaust speed > 0.5 m/s

30°

2

3

Figure 5.4 Positioning the air sampling opening depending on air
speed

5.4.2

Detection in the Bypass
NOTICE!
For detection in airflows ≥ 2 m/s, additionally feed the exhaust from the FAS-420 back into the
airflow area. Cut the end of the air-return pipe at an angle of 45° (see Figure 5.5).

1

1
2
3
4
b

2

FAS / FCS

3

1/2 b

b

Air-conditioning duct
Duct adapter
Aspiration
Air-return pipe
Width of air-conditioning
duct

4

Figure 5.5 Positioning the air-return pipe – example with an air-conditioning duct (bypass)

For details on connecting the air return, please see Section 5.6 Air-return Pipe.
For FAS-420 planning in these applications, see Section 3.11 Planning for Forced Airflow,
page 58.

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Air Filter

5.5.1

Installing the Air Filter Box

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110

90

Figure 5.6 Boring distances of holes in base of FAS-ASD-WS air filter box

Air filter box
1.

To use the filter box in the pipe system, use the two PG29 filter screw connections
supplied.

2.
3.

Install these screw connections precisely as for the pipe adapter.
When installing the filter, note the throughflow direction, which is specified on the type
plate on the side of the lower part of the housing.

4.

Screw the air filter housing directly onto the wall with the lower part of the housing.

Installation material
Cylinder or flathead screws are suitable for wall mounting:

5.5.2

–

Maximum thread diameter: 4 mm

–

Head diameter: 5 to 7 mm.

Filter Change on the Air Filter Box
A
B
C

1

AB

Primary filter
Coarse dust filter
Fine dust filter

C

2

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Figure 5.7 Changing the filter inserts (in fig.: FAS-ASD-FL Filterbox
Large)

To replace the filter inserts, proceed as follows (see Figure 5.7):

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1.

Loosen the four screws and remove the housing cover from the filter box.

2.

Remove the old filter inserts and clean the inside of the housing carefully to remove dust.
Now fit the cleaned or new filter inserts. When using the spare filter set for the large air
filter box, ensure you follow the correct sequence (see label on base of housing).
Replace the housing cover and screw it back on.

NOTICE!
In applications with largely fine dust build-up, three fine dust filters can also be used (subject
to separate order).

5.6

Air-return Pipe
1

Air-return pipe (aspiration
pipe)

ries

SFA

42

0 se

1

Figure 5.8 Installing the air-return pipe

Fix the air-return pipe within the air exhaust opening. No additional components are required.
CAUTION!
In the event of sharp temperature fluctuations, the pipe must be fixed immediately in front of
the unit so that the pipe does not pull out of the pipe connection due to length change (see
Section 5.1 Length Change of the Pipe System).
Steps:
1.

Remove the pre-punched pipe opening in the protective grille of the air exhaust opening
(e.g. using a small edge cutter).

2.

Insert the air-return pipe through the opened pipe opening in the protective grille and fix
it to the FAS-420 with the rubber ring already integrated into the air-exhaust opening.

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Three-way Tap
1

1

Blast air/compressed air

2
3

connection
Pipe system connection
Aspirating smoke detector

4

connection
Air filter (optional)

2
C

B

A

3

4

C

1
B

A
C

2
B

A
C

3
B

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Figure 5.9 Installing the three-way tap

The three-way tap is required to blow out the pipe system with blast air (as a preference) or
compressed air (compressed air is compressed, non-purified and humid ambient air. Blast air,
in contrast, is purified and dehumidified air. If the FAS-420 and pipe system are located in
areas with temperatures below freezing, blast air is to be used for blowing out). The
aspirating smoke detector and the downstream pipe system accessory components (e.g. air
filter) must not and cannot be blown-out.
A check valve for relieving pressure from the pipe system must be fitted to the end of each
pipe branch. The check valve prevents damage to the air sampling openings and prevents dirt
deposits from being blown through the pipe system.
To prevent aspiration reducing film sheets in deep-freeze areas from tearing, it is advisable to
use special deep-freeze aspiration reductions.
Check valve and deep-freeze aspiration reductions are available on separate order.
Connections
Fasten the three-way tap using the transition screw connections in the pipe system.
During installation, note the assignment of the connections:
–

Install the aspiration pipe system on connection C.

–

Install the FAS-420 on connection A.

–

Attach the compressed air supply (compressor or mobile blowing-out system) to
connection B of the three-way ball valve.

NOTICE!
A single blowing-out process can be completed within 50 seconds. If within this time the unit
is still connected to the pipe system, the malfunction message “airflow sensor module
malfunctioning” will not be evaluated. If the blowing-out process has to be repeated (steps 1
to 3), wait at least 120 s.
The manual blowing-out process on the pipe system is carried out as follows:

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1.

Position the tap lever so as that the blast air and pipe system (B-C connection) are
connected.
The connection to the FAS-420 must be blocked for blowing-out!
Manually blow out the pipe system for approximately 10 seconds.

2.

Set the lever of the tap such that the device is not connected with the pipe system or
with the connection for the blast or compressed air supply. Wait approximately 20
seconds so that dust and dirt raised in the pipe system can settle and thus will not be
sucked through the aspirating smoke detector.

3.

Reconnect the blown-out pipe system to the FAS-420 within a further 10 seconds by
switching the tap accordingly (A-C connection).

5.8

FAS-ASD-WS Water Separator
The FAS-ASD-WS Water Separator must be fitted at the lowest point in the pipe system
downstream of the air filter and the aspirating smoke detector (see Figure 5.10).
1

FAS-ASD-WS Water

2
3

Separator
Pipe system connection
45° pipe elbow

3

FA

2

Figure 5.10

3

S-4

20

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Installing the FAS-ASD-WS Water Separator in the pipe

system

Attach two 45° pipe elbows on both sides (not supplied as standard) in order to achieve the
optimum distance from the wall for mounting the brackets. When installing, note the correct
direction of flow (see arrow on plastic container).
Also fasten the water separator with two screws and the clamp.
To empty, open the drain valve (see Section 7.8 Maintenance Intervals, page 97).

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Detonation Safety Barrier
2

1
2
3
4

>1m
3

Detonation Safety Barrier
Air-return pipe connection
Steel pipe connection
Pipe system connection

1
20
S-4
FA

>1m

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3

1
4
Figure 5.11

Installation of the detonation safety barrier on the pipe

system and the air return

The detonation safety barriers are integrated into the pipe system and the air return at a
minimum distance of 1 m from the aspirating smoke detector. The detonation safety barrier is
glued to the FAS-420 on the side of the pipe system or the air-return pipe via a transition
screw connection and connected to the side of the unit via a steel pipe (see Figure 5.11). The
connection between detonation safety barrier and steel pipe/transition screw connection is
made using a ¾" screw connection.
NOTICE!
To create a gas-tight connection between the detonation safety barrier and steel pipe/
transition screw connection, a sealing tape or thread seal must be used.
The flow direction for installing the detonation safety barrier is secondary.

5.10

Test Adapter
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Test adapter
Pipe system connection

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Installing the test adapter in the pipe system

For test purposes, the pipe system connection is simply pulled out and the test pipe
connected directly to the aspirating smoke detector. However, this is not possible if the
aspiration pipe system has to be permanently mounted. A test adapter should be used for this
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The test adapter is glued into the pipe system in the direct vicinity of the aspirating smoke
detector. During normal operation, the test adapter must always be closed. It is only opened
for maintenance and service purposes in order to admit test gas or smoke.
CAUTION!
Once the detector module and alarm forwarding have been tested (see *** 'Checking Airflow
Monitoring' on page 88 ***), the test adapter must be reclosed to eliminate the risk of an
airflow malfunction!

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6.1

Preparation

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Checking the settings
Check the settings of the FAS-420 (Section 4.3 Settings on the Unit Motherboard, page 67)
prior to commissioning.
Then connect the unit to the power supply. The detector module of the FAS-420 is ready for
operation after approximately 1 minute.
To commission the FAS-420, completely install the pipe system and connect it.
Connection test
Check whether…
1.

The correct aspiration reducing film sheets are glued to the air sampling openings.

2.

The pipe system is securely connected to the FAS-420 pipe connection.

3.

All pipe fittings are glued together and the pipe system is sealed.
To do this, first close all air sampling openings (e.g. with duct tape). Now measure the
negative pressure using a digital pressure gauge (see Section 6.6.2 Conducting the
Functional Test, page 90)
–
–

Either at the opening for the return airflow
Or using a test adapter installed directly upstream of the unit in the aspiration pipe
(see Section 5.10 Test Adapter, page 85).

After a short run-up time, the negative pressure must lie within the following range:
–

Fan voltage 6.9 V: 250 Pa to 310 Pa

–

Fan voltage 9 V: 460 Pa to 530 Pa.

FAS-ASD-DIAG Diagnostic Software
Then check the system using the DIAG diagnostic software.
Follow the procedure below:
1.

Install the diagnostic software on a laptop or PC (for details on system requirements and
connection, see Section 4.7 Data Logging, page 74).

2.

The FAS-420 is connected to the PC via the "DIAG" port on the motherboard using the
supplied diagnostics cable.

3.

The diagnostic software is started.

The current FAS-420 data is displayed on the PC's screen.
FPA-5000 diagnostics data
Notes on diagnostics data for the fire panel are contained in the user guide for the FPA-5000.
NOTICE!
For a later evaluation of the airflow value, record the calibration type (see
Section 6.2 Calibrating the Airflow Sensor, page 86), start-up temperature, air pressure and
height above sea level in the test log (see Section 8.5 Test Log for Aspirating Smoke Detectors
in the FAS-420 Series, page 110).
Once the airflow sensor has been calibrated, no further changes may be made to the pipe
system.
If changes are necessary at a later time, the airflow sensor must be re-calibrated (see
Section 6.2 Calibrating the Airflow Sensor).

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6.2

Calibrating the Airflow Sensor
NOTICE!
The aspirating smoke detector must be operated for at least 30 min prior to the airflow being
initialized to bring it up to operating temperature.

Described below is the procedure for calibrating the airflow sensor, both irrespective of air
pressure, i.e. in simplified form, and depending on air pressure. Restrictions for the simplified
procedure are contained in Section 3.3 Airflow Monitoring, page 36.
For an air-pressure-dependent calibration, use the air pressure correction tables in the
appendix (Section 8.2 Air Pressure Correction Tables for Airflow Sensor Calibration,
page 105).
To be able to judge the airflow sensor value correctly during start-up work, always adhere to
the type of calibration in the test log.

6.2.1

Air-Pressure-Independent Calibration
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Figure 6.1 Air-pressure-independent calibration of the airflow sensor

1.

Make sure that the aspirating smoke detector has been operating for at least 30 minutes.

2.

To initialize the connected pipe system, press the S2 flow-init button on the detector
module concerned (see Figure 6.1), until the green operating LED on the unit starts to
flash. Initialization is complete after approx. 5 s. Following successful initialization, the
operating LED lights up permanently.

3.

Connect the housing to the FAS-420 and check that it is correctly positioned.

No further modifications may be made to the pipe system during or after initialization. The fan
voltage must also remain unchanged following initialization. Otherwise, the initialization
procedure must be repeated.
NOTICE!
If initialization is not successful, the unit reports a collective fault (fault relay drop off). The
precise cause of the abort can be read out using the DIAG Diagnostic Software.

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Detector module
Connection terminal

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"X6 ext. Display"
Trimming

potentiometer R53
MP2/MP3 Measuring points

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MP3

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Figure 6.2 Air-pressure-dependent calibration of the airflow sensor

A barometer (recommended: GPB 1300 digital precision pocket barometer from Greisinger
electronic GmbH) and a multimeter are required to calibrate the airflow sensor dependent on
air-pressure. The following steps are required:
1.
2.

Make sure that the aspirating smoke detector has been operating for at least 30 minutes.
Determine the height above sea level, air pressure, and ambient temperature of the
installation location and enter these values in the test log.

3.

Use the air pressure correction tables (see Appendix Section 8.2 Air Pressure Correction
Tables for Airflow Sensor Calibration, page 105) to bring the calibration value in line with
that of the airflow sensor. Also enter these values into the test report. When selecting the
air-pressure-correction table, take the pipe planning into account

4.

Remove the "X6 ext. Display" connection terminal from the motherboard. Connect the
multimeter to the measuring points MP2 (+) and MP3 (-) (see Figure 6.2). Note the
polarity. On the measuring device, select the "V-DC" range. The default voltage at the
measuring points is 1.2 V.

5.

Using the trimming potentiometer, set R53 to the calibration value from the air-pressurecorrection table with the help of a small screwdriver. Reinsert the "X6 ext. Display"
connection terminal into the motherboard.

6.

6.3

Connect the FAS-420 housing and check that it is correctly positioned.

Testing the Detector Module and Alarm Transmission
NOTICE!
In order to accelerate the alarm evaluation during gas testing, LOGIC · SENS must be set to
"off" (see Section 4.5.3 Parameter Settings via RPS (Remote Programming Software). On
completion of the test, reset LOGIC·SENS to "on".
1.

Detach the detector module using test aerosol. Spray the test aerosol either into the first
air sampling opening or into the test adapter on the pipe system.

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2.

Use the table below to check the transmission line to the fire panel.

Check…
–
Whether the alarm is displayed on the

If this is not the case, ...
–
Check whether the display board is

aspirating smoke detector

–

Whether the alarm is transmitted to the

connected
–

There is a fault with the aspirating smoke

–

detector Replace the detector module
Check the transmission lines

fire panel and reported on the
appropriate line

6.4

Checking Malfunction Transmission
NOTICE!
The steps below may only be carried out following an airflow calibration in accordance with
Section 6.2 Calibrating the Airflow Sensor.

Malfunction transmission occurs as part of checking the airflow monitoring system (as per
section below).
Check whether, when a pipe breakage and an obstruction are detected, the malfunction is
displayed at the aspirating smoke detector and at the fire panel.

6.5

Checking Airflow Monitoring
Pipe breakage
Check the breakage detection:
1.

Detach the pipe from the connection to the FAS-420 or open the test adapter.

2.

Check whether the malfunction display on the aspirating smoke detector lights up.

3.

Check the data of the airflow sensor using DIAG Diagnostic Software and a PC or laptop.

4.

Check whether the malfunction is displayed on the fire panel.

5.

Enter the results into the test log.

Obstruction
Check the obstruction detection:
1.

Close – depending on the planned airflow monitoring – the corresponding number of air
sampling openings with some duct tape.

2.

Check whether the malfunction display on the aspirating smoke detector lights up.

3.

Check the data of the airflow sensor using DIAG Diagnostic Software and a PC or laptop.

4.

Check whether the malfunction is displayed on the fire panel.

5.

Enter the results into the test log.

NOTICE!
A pipe breakage or pipe obstruction is indicated by a flash code via an LED on the detector
module (see Section 7.2 Flash Code Table, page 94):
–

Breakage:

–

Obstruction:

3 x flashes
2 x flashes

The corresponding flash code is repeated every two seconds.
Troubleshooting
If the airflow malfunctions are not correctly detected by the unit, proceed as follows:
Check whether…
1.

All inlet holes are free

2.

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All pipe connections are tight

4.

The fan can blow out freely

5.

The correct aspiration reducing film sheets were used

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If no faults are detected, the functionality of the FAS-420 and/or the airflow sensor is checked
using the test pipe and diagnostic software (see Section 6.6 FAS-420 Functional Test).

6.6

FAS-420 Functional Test
Check functionality using the test pipe, a digital pressure gauge and the diagnostic software.
The aspirating smoke detector must be operating for at least 30 min.

6.6.1

Preparations for the Functional Test
Select the following parameter settings using the FSP-5000-RPS programming software (the
settings in the bold font indicate deviations from the default setting):
Activation threshold for airflow malfunction
Low (+/- 10% volume flow change)
Average (+/- 20% volume flow change)
High (+/- 30% volume flow change)
Very high (+/- 50% volume flow change)

Alarm delay
0 seconds
10 seconds
30 seconds
60 seconds

Airflow fault delay
30 seconds
2 minutes
15 minutes
60 minutes

LOGIC·SENS filter
Off
On

Connecting the digital pressure gauge:
1.

Connect the test pipe (see Figure 6.3)

2.

Connect the pressure measuring hose to the adapter connection B.

3.

Connect the 4-pin plug of the adapter to the digital pressure gauge and switch it on.
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Pressure measuring hose
Adapter
Digital pressure gauge
Adapter connection

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5

Figure 6.3 Testing the functionality of the FAS-420

NOTICE!
For the FAS-420-TP2 and FAS-420-TT2, the preparation for the function test (see above) and
the following functional test (steps 1–7) are to be carried out for both detector modules and/
or both pipe systems.

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6.6.2

Conducting the Functional Test
The functional test can be conducted with or without a digital pressure gauge. The complete
test is described below. If the test on the FAS-420 reveals deviations from the described
procedure, the unit or its airflow sensor is defective.
1.

Make sure that the aspirating smoke detector has been operating for at least 30 minutes.

2.

Close all the test pipe’s aspiration borings with some duct tape.After a few seconds,
the LED flash code on detector module I and detector module II must signal an
obstruction (see NOTE). After a short run-up time, the negative pressure must lie within
the following range:

3.

–

Fan voltage 6.9 V: 250 Pa to 310 Pa

–

Fan voltage 9 V: 460 Pa to 530 Pa.

Open all of the test pipe's aspiration borings. After a few seconds, the flash code of the
LED must go out.

4.

Remove the test pipe. The LED flash code on detector module I and detector module II
must signal a breakage.

5.

Reconnect the test pipe to the device. After a few seconds, the flash code of the LED
must go out.

NOTICE!
A pipe breakage or pipe obstruction is indicated by a flash code via an LED on the detector
module (see Section 7.2 Flash Code Table, page 94):
–

Breakage:

–

Obstruction:

3 x flashes
2 x flashes

The corresponding flash code is repeated every two seconds.
DIAG diagnostic software
The DIAG Diagnostic Software can be used to track airflow values during the function test.
Save all diagnostics data as a file. To be able to compare the data read out, save each file
under a different file name.
Information for installing the diagnostic software can be found in Section 6.1 Preparation,
page 85.
NOTICE!
–

Once any faults have been rectified, the parameter settings must be restored to their
original status via the RPS software.

–

The commissioning procedure must be repeated from Section 6.2 Calibrating the Airflow
Sensor.

–

Once commissioning has been concluded, the set values must be collected and saved
using the DIAG Diagnostic Software. A printout of the set values should be placed in the
project folder.

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7.1

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Check whether…

7.2

–

The pipe system is securely installed and undamaged (where freely accessible)

–

The air sampling openings of the pipe system are free

–

The aspiration pipe and connection cable are securely connected

–

The unit mounting – if present – is properly secured

–

The aspirating smoke detector is damaged (see also Section 7.2 Flash Code Table).

Flash Code Table
Malfunctions and unit statuses are displayed using flashcodes:
–

By means of an LED on the detector module

–

By means of one or two LED(s) on the unit motherboard (one LED per detector module,
see Fig. 4.2, page 67).

LED flash code on detector module
1 flash

Airflow initialization active (flow-init)

2 flashes

Airflow too small (obstruction)

3 flashes

Airflow too large (pipe breakage)

4 flashes
Permanently lit

Unit upload (approx. 2 min)
Detector faulty

LED flash code on the motherboard (LED1/LED2)

7.2.1

1 flash

Error: internal voltage monitoring 1

2 flashes

Error: internal voltage monitoring 2

3 flashes

Error: fan voltage monitoring

4 flashes

Error: air pressure correction voltage monitoring

5 flashes

Software error

6 flashes

Internal error 1

7 flashes

Internal error 2

8 flashes

Unit upload (approx. 2 min)

1 Flash - Error: Internal Voltage Monitoring 1
In operation with two detector modules, both LEDs flash. When troubleshooting, the
following steps should be carried out in the specified order.
1.

Operating voltage too low
–

Using a multimeter, measure the operating voltage (DC) of the aspirating smoke
detector.

–

The measurement value must be between 14 V and 30 V.

Restore the correct power supply.
2.

Display board faulty
–

Disconnect the power from the unit.

–

Remove the display board's connection cable from the motherboard.

–

Restore the operating voltage and run the unit for a few minutes.

–

If the display board is faulty, the malfunction will no longer occur.

Replace the faulty display board.

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3.

Motherboard faulty
–

You will need a second motherboard to make this diagnosis.

–

Disconnect the power from the unit.

–

Replace the motherboard with a new motherboard of the same type.

–

Restore the operating voltage and run the unit for a few minutes.

–

If the motherboard is faulty, the malfunction will no longer occur.

Replace the faulty motherboard.

7.2.2

2 Flashes - Error: Internal Voltage Monitoring 2
In operation with two detector modules, both LEDs flash. When troubleshooting, the
following steps should be carried out in the specified order.
1.

Operating voltage too low
–

Using a multimeter, measure the operating voltage (DC) of the aspirating smoke
detector.

–

The measurement value must be between 14 V and 30 V.

Restore the correct power supply.
2.

Detector module faulty
–

Disconnect the power from the unit.

–

Replace the detector module incl. connection cable with a new module of the same
type.

–

Restore the operating voltage and run the unit for a few minutes.

–

If the detector module is faulty, the malfunction will no longer occur.

–

If you are using two detector modules, repeat the process with the second detector
module.

Replace the faulty detector module.
3.

Motherboard faulty
–

You will need a second motherboard to make this diagnosis.

–

Disconnect the power from the unit.

–

Replace the motherboard with a new motherboard of the same type.

–

Restore the operating voltage and run the unit for a few minutes.

–

If the motherboard is faulty, the malfunction will no longer occur.

Replace the faulty motherboard.

7.2.3

3 Flashes - Error: Fan Voltage Monitoring
In operation with two detector modules, both LEDs flash. When troubleshooting, the
following steps should be carried out in the specified order.
1.

Operating voltage too low
–

Using a multimeter, measure the operating voltage (DC) of the aspirating smoke
detector.

–

The measurement value must be between 14 V and 30 V.

Restore the correct power supply.
2.

Fan connection poles reversed
–

The fan does not move.

–

Disconnect the power from the unit.

–

Disconnect the fan connection cable from the motherboard.

–

Restore the operating voltage and run the unit for a few minutes.

–

If the fan connection is faulty, the malfunction will no longer occur.

Check the fan connection on the motherboard: terminal 1 = red, terminal 2 = black).

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The fans are faulty or obstructed
–

If the fan connection is correct (troubleshooting step 2), the malfunction will
reoccur.

–

Measure the fan voltage (DC) using a multimeter.

–

If the fan voltage is outside the limits specified below, the fan may be faulty:
If the fan voltage is set at 6.9 V, the maximum permissible setting is 7.6 V and the
minimum is 6.0 V.
If the fan voltage is set at 9.0 V, the maximum permissible setting is 10.0 V and the
minimum is 7.8 V.

Replace the entire housing, as the fans cannot be removed.
4.

Motherboard faulty
–

You will need a second motherboard to make this diagnosis.

–

Disconnect the power from the unit.

–

Replace the motherboard with a new motherboard of the same type.

–

Restore the operating voltage and run the unit for a few minutes.

–

If the motherboard is faulty, the malfunction will no longer occur.

Replace the faulty motherboard.

7.2.4

4 Flashes - Error: Air Pressure Correction Voltage Monitoring
In operation with two detector modules, both LEDs flash. When troubleshooting, the
following steps should be carried out in the specified order.
1.

The R3 potentiometer is moved to the setting for the pressure-dependent airflow
calibration.
–

Using a multimeter, measure the voltage (DC) at measuring points MP2 (x) and MP3
(-).

–

The default measurement value is 1.2 V. However, deviations may occur due to the

–

The measurement value must be between 0.5 V and 1.9 V. If the measured voltage

calibration of the airflow dependent on air pressure.
value is outside of this range, the R3 potentiometer setting is faulty.
Note: The malfunction only occurs at voltages below 0.2 V or above 2.3 V.
Using the R3 potentiometer, reset the voltage to a point between the measuring points
MP2 (x) and MP3 (-).
1.2 V for calibration independently of air pressure.
In accordance with the air pressure correction table for air-pressure-dependent
calibration.
2.

Motherboard faulty
–

The voltage cannot be set in step 1.

–

Disconnect the power from the unit.

–

Remove the detector module's connection cables from the motherboard.

–

Restore the operating voltage and run the unit for a few minutes.

–

If the voltage at measuring points MP2 and MP3 cannot be set with the R3
potentiometer, the motherboard is faulty.
Note: If operating without a detector module, the diagnostics LED flashes 7 times.

Replace the faulty motherboard.

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3.

Detector module faulty
–

Disconnect the power from the unit.

–

Reconnect the connection cable for the first detector module to the motherboard.

–

Restore the operating voltage and run the unit for a few minutes.

–

If the error reoccurs, the first detector module is faulty.

–

If you are using two detector modules, repeat the process with the second detector
module.

Replace the faulty detector module.

7.2.5

5 Flashes - Error: Programming Error
In operation with two detector modules, both LEDs flash. The motherboard is faulty and must
be replaced with a new board.

7.2.6

6 Flashes or 7 Flashes - Error: Internal Error 1 or Internal Error 2
If only one LED flashes in operation with two detector modules, the associated detector
module is probably faulty. When troubleshooting, the following steps should be carried out in
the specified order.
1.

Incorrect detector module in use.
–

Ensure that you are using a suitable detector module.

If a detector module is unsuitable, replace it with a suitable one.
2.

Faulty connection cable between motherboard and detector module.
–

Disconnect the power from the unit.

–

Replace the connection cable with a new one.

–

Restore the operating voltage and run the unit for a few minutes.

–

If the malfunction no longer occurs, the faulty connection cable was responsible for
the error.

Replace the faulty connection cable.
3.

Detector module faulty
–

Disconnect the power from the unit.

–

Replace the detector module with a new one of the same type.

–

Restore the operating voltage and run the unit for a few minutes.

–

If the error does not reoccur, the detector module was faulty.

Replace the faulty detector module.
4.

7.2.7

The motherboard is faulty.
–

If you are using two detector modules, both diagnostics LEDs flash.

–

Disconnect the power from the unit.

–

Replace the motherboard with a new motherboard of the same type.

–

Restore the operating voltage and run the unit for a few minutes.

–

If the error does not reoccur, the motherboard was faulty.

8 Flashes: Unit Initialization
This display does not indicate an error. The LEDs flash during the initialization phase, after the
power supply has been connected, to indicate that the system is starting. During the
initialization phase, the detector is unable to detect smoke.

7.3

Detector Module and Alarm Transmission
Proceed in accordance with Section 6.3 Checking the Detector Module and Alarm
Transmission, page 89. Also check the detector module visually for exterior contamination or
damage and replace if necessary.

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NOTICE!
A hardware defect in the detector module is indicated by a permanently-lit detector module
LED.

7.4

Pipe system
Check the pipe system and the air sampling openings for obstruction in areas susceptible to
dust particles or icing. Where necessary, blow out the pipe system and air sampling openings
using blast air (class 3 for recycling areas or class 2 for deep-freeze areas). Use a mobile
cylinder of compressed air (blowing-out system) or activate the manual blowing-out system
located on site. The components (compressors, compressed air containers, dryers) required
to supply the compressed air can be obtained directly from the relevant compressed air
system suppliers.
CAUTION!
Before blowing out the pipe system, disconnect the FAS-420 from the pipe system; otherwise,
the airflow sensor will be damaged.
Blowing out
The compressed air supply to the pipe system must be connected so that only the pipe
system itself is blown out. The aspirating smoke detector and the downstream accessory
components of the pipe system (e.g. air filter) must not and cannot be blown out.
A check valve must be installed at the end of each pipe branch. The check valve prevents
damage to the air sampling openings and prevents dirt deposits from being blown through the
pipe system. To prevent aspiration reducing film sheets in deep-freeze areas from tearing, it is
advisable to use special deep-freeze aspiration reductions.
The compressed air supply and compressed air connection must be installed so that at least
0.7 bar of pressure remains available per pipe branch within the pipe system. This means a
minimum of 0.7 bar for the I-pipe, a minimum of 1.4 bar for the U-pipe and a minimum of 2.8
bar for the double U-pipe. The minimum flow cross-section within the compressed air
connection must be taken into consideration. If the connection is made, e.g. via a quick
release coupler with a flow cross-section of 7.2 mm, an approx. pressure ratio of 1:9 occurs
due to the comparatively large flow cross-section within the pipe system (21.4 mm). If, for
example, 8 bar of pressure is available at the quick release coupler, this would drop to
approx. 0.9 bar due to the larger flow cross-section in the pipe system. In this case, the
pressure would still be sufficient for an I-pipe system, but inadequate for U and double U-pipe
systems.
In plants where contamination of the pipe system/air sampling openings can be expected, the
compressed air supply can be connected via a three-way tap. In plants exposed to heavy
contamination (e.g. recycling plants) an automatic blowing-out system is recommended.
For areas exposed to moderate contamination, in which blowing out is required only at
prolonged intervals, the use of a mobile blowing-out system including refillable compressed
air cylinder is recommended.

7.5

Check the airflow sensor calibration
Check the airflow sensor value with the Diagnostic Software.
Functional principle
During initialization of the connected pipe system, the device saves the measured actual value
of the airflow as a target value via the integrated airflow monitoring. This target value then
serves as a reference value for the additional evaluation of any airflow malfunctions.

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Depending on the airflow threshold selected (see "Adapting the airflow sensitivity" in
Section 3.3 Airflow Monitoring, page 36), the current airflow value during operation can
fluctuate around this target value without triggering an airflow malfunction. Only if the
selected airflow threshold is exceeded will the airflow malfunction be reported by the device
and thus transmitted.
Checking the current value
The tolerance range of the selected airflow threshold and the actual and target values are
represented in the diagnostic software. The boundaries (maximum/minimum) always
correspond to a deviation of ±100 % from the saved target value.
Check the deviation of the actual value from the target value. If there is a deviation of > ±70 %,
you should make a prophylactic check of the pipe system (see section below on
"Troubleshooting airflow malfunction").
NOTICE!
When the fire panel is in revision mode, the LOGIC·SENS is temporarily deactivated, allowing
the detector modules to be checked quickly and directly.

Dependent on air pressure
To ensure long-term malfunction-free operation of the device, the airflow sensor must be
calibrated according to the air pressure. Only with this type of calibration do low air pressure
fluctuations remain within the monitoring window and thus in the permissible tolerance
range.
Independent of air pressure
If the sensor calibration is carried out independently of air pressure, fluctuations in the air
pressure can cause undesired airflow malfunctions. The calibration of the airflow sensor may
only be carried out this way if you ensure that no fluctuations in air pressure will occur in the
immediate environment.
CAUTION!
If air pressure fluctuations are anticipated in the immediate environment, the airflow sensor
must be calibrated dependent on air pressure (see also Section 3.3 Airflow Monitoring,
page 36).
Troubleshooting airflow malfunction
If the airflow calibration has been executed depending on air pressure and the actual value
still does not lie within the tolerance range of the selected airflow threshold (airflow
malfunction displayed on the device), then a type of disturbance value other than air pressure
or temperature fluctuation exists.
CAUTION!
In case of a defect in the airflow monitoring, only authorized personnel may replace the
detector module!
1.

In this case, check the pipe system for leaks and obstructions (see Section 6.5 Checking
Airflow Monitoring, page 90, "Troubleshooting").

2.

If this check reveals no malfunctions, check the airflow monitoring by connecting the test
pipe and conducting the functional test in accordance with Section 6.6.2 Conducting the
Functional Test.

3.

If, during troubleshooting, the pipe network has been changed, the original configuration
of the pipe network must be restored after the troubleshooting has been completed and
the airflow must be recalibrated.

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NOTICE!
It is essential that you adhere to the calibration type (air-pressure-dependent or air pressureindependent) and, if necessary, the values for air pressure, height above sea level, and set
voltage on MP1/MP4 in the test log.
1.

Observe the current airflow value during ongoing maintenance or check it at the latest
during the next inspection.

2.

If the target value is similar to the previous one, disruptive environmental influences are
the cause of the deviation. If these negative influences on the airflow monitoring cannot
be suppressed, the next less-sensitive threshold should be set.

NOTICE!
The diagnostic software can be used to save all stored and current diagnostics data, as well as
the settings made via the RPS programming software as a file. To be able to compare the data
read out, save each file under a different file name.

7.6

Airflow monitoring
A pipe break or pipe obstruction is indicated for each detector module via the flash code of an
LED on the motherboard. Check the airflow monitoring in accordance with
Section 6.5 Checking Airflow Monitoring, page 90.

7.7

Malfunction Transmission
A malfunction is indicated on the FAS-420 and on the fire panel, where applicable.
Proceed in accordance with Section 6.4 Checking Malfunction Transmission, page 90.

7.8

Maintenance Intervals
Maintenance comprises regular inspections and maintenance routines. The smoke aspiration
systems should be checked when commissioned and then quarterly. At each fourth check,
more comprehensive checks should be made, as described below:
–

Quarterly test/inspection

–

Annual test/maintenance + 4th annual inspection

Inspection
Measure
Further information can be found in...
Visual check
Section 7.1 Visual check, page 91
Detector module and alarm transmission Section 7.3 Detector Module and Alarm
Check the pipe system
Check the airflow sensor calibration

Transmission, page 94
Section 7.4 Pipe system, page 95
Section 7.5 Check the airflow sensor calibration,

Checking Malfunction Transmission
Empty water separator (if necessary)

page 95
Section 7.7 Malfunction Transmission, page 97
Section 5.8 FAS-ASD-WS Water Separator, page 84

Maintenance and 4th annual inspection
Measure
Further information can be found in...
Visual check
Section 7.1 Visual check, page 91
Detector module and alarm transmission Section 7.3 Detector Module and Alarm
Check the pipe system
Check the airflow sensor calibration

Transmission, page 94
Section 7.4 Pipe system, page 95
Section 7.5 Check the airflow sensor calibration,
page 95

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Checking malfunction transmission
Checking airflow monitoring
Empty water separator (if necessary)

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Section 7.6 Airflow monitoring, page 97
Section 5.8 FAS-ASD-WS Water Separator, page 84

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Appendix
All the permitted detector addresses are indicated in Section 8.1 DIP Switch Settings for
Detector Addresses. See Section 4.3.1 Setting the Detector Address, page 68.
Notes on the tables in Section 8.2 Air Pressure Correction Tables for Airflow Sensor
Calibrationcan be found in Section 6.2.2 Air-Pressure-Dependent Calibration, page 89.
The form in Section 8.5 Commissioning/Service Test Record for Aspirating Smoke Detectors in
the FAS-420 series is required for commissioning (see Section 6 Commissioning, page 87 ff).

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1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

3
1
1
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
1
1
1

2
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1

1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
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8.2

Air Pressure Correction Tables for Airflow Sensor Calibration

8.2.1

Equipment protection

Height [m
above sea level]
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
400
450
500
550
600
650
700
750
800
850
900
950
1000
1050
1100
1150
1200
1250
1300
1350
1400
1450
1500
1550
1600
1650
1700
1750
1800
1850
1900
1950
2000
2050
2100
2150
2200
2250
2300
2350
2400
Calibration to

Air pressure [hPa] at a height of
973
967
961
954
948
942
936
930
924
918
912
906
900
894
888
882
877
871
865
860
854
848
843
837
832
827
821
816
810
805
800
795
789
784
779
774
769
764
759
754
749
744
739
734
729
725
720
715
710
0.50

978
972
966
959
953
947
941
935
929
923
917
911
905
899
893
887
882
876
870
865
859
853
848
842
837
832
826
821
815
810
805
800
794
789
784
779
774
769
764
759
754
749
744
739
734
730
725
720
715
0.60

983
977
971
964
958
952
946
940
934
928
922
916
910
904
898
892
887
881
875
870
864
858
853
847
842
837
831
826
820
815
810
805
799
794
789
784
779
774
769
764
759
754
749
744
739
735
730
725
720
0.70

988
982
976
969
963
957
951
945
939
933
927
921
915
909
903
897
892
886
880
875
869
863
858
852
847
842
836
831
825
820
815
810
804
799
794
789
784
779
774
769
764
759
754
749
744
740
735
730
725
0.80

993
987
981
974
968
962
956
950
944
938
932
926
920
914
908
902
897
891
885
880
874
868
863
857
852
847
841
836
830
825
820
815
809
804
799
794
789
784
779
774
769
764
759
754
749
745
740
735
730
0.90

998 1003 1008 1013 1018
992 997 1002 1007 1012
986 991 996 1001 1006
979 984 989 994 999
973 978 983 988 993
967 972 977 982 987
961 966 971 976 981
955 960 965 970 975
949 954 959 964 969
943 948 953 958 963
937 942 947 952 957
931 936 941 946 951
925 930 935 940 945
919 924 929 934 939
913 918 923 928 933
907 912 917 922 927
902 907 912 917 922
896 901 906 911 916
890 895 900 905 910
885 890 895 900 905
879 884 889 894 899
873 878 883 888 893
868 873 878 883 888
862 867 872 877 882
857 862 867 872 877
852 857 862 867 872
846 851 856 861 866
841 846 851 856 861
835 840 845 850 855
830 835 840 845 850
825 830 835 840 845
820 825 830 835 840
814 819 824 829 834
809 814 819 824 829
804 809 814 819 824
799 804 809 814 819
794 799 804 809 814
789 794 799 804 809
784 789 794 799 804
779 784 789 794 799
774 779 784 789 794
769 774 779 784 789
764 769 774 779 784
759 764 769 774 779
754 759 764 769 774
750 755 760 765 770
745 750 755 760 765
740 745 750 755 760
735 740 745 750 755
1.00 1.10 1.20 1.30 1.40

1023
1017
1011
1004
998
992
986
980
974
968
962
956
950
944
938
932
927
921
915
910
904
898
893
887
882
877
871
866
860
855
850
845
839
834
829
824
819
814
809
804
799
794
789
784
779
775
770
765
760
1.50

1028
1022
1016
1009
1003
997
991
985
979
973
967
961
955
949
943
937
932
926
920
915
909
903
898
892
887
882
876
871
865
860
855
850
844
839
834
829
824
819
814
809
804
799
794
789
784
780
775
770
765
1.60

1033
1027
1021
1014
1008
1002
996
990
984
978
972
966
960
954
948
942
937
931
925
920
914
908
903
897
892
887
881
876
870
865
860
855
849
844
839
834
829
824
819
814
809
804
799
794
789
785
780
775
770
1.70

1038
1032
1026
1019
1013
1007
1001
995
989
983
977
971
965
959
953
947
942
936
930
925
919
913
908
902
897
892
886
881
875
870
865
860
854
849
844
839
834
829
824
819
814
809
804
799
794
790
785
780
775
1.80

1043
1037
1031
1024
1018
1012
1006
1000
994
988
982
976
970
964
958
952
947
941
935
930
924
918
913
907
902
897
891
886
880
875
870
865
859
854
849
844
839
834
829
824
819
814
809
804
799
795
790
785
780
1.90

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Space Protection (I-pipe System)

Height [m
above sea level]
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
400
450
500
550
600
650
700
750
800
850
900
950
1000
1050
1100
1150
1200
1250
1300
1350
1400
1450
1500
1550
1600
1650
1700
1750
1800
1850
1900
1950
2000
2050
2100
2150
2200
2250
2300
2350
2400
Calibration to

Air pressure [hPa] at a height of
973
967
961
954
948
942
936
930
924
918
912
906
900
994
888
882
877
871
865
860
854
848
843
837
832
827
821
816
810
805
800
795
789
784
779
774
769
764
759
754
749
744
739
734
729
725
720
715
710
0.58

978
972
966
959
953
947
941
935
929
923
917
911
905
899
893
887
882
876
870
865
859
853
848
842
837
832
826
821
815
810
805
800
794
789
784
779
774
769
764
759
754
749
744
739
734
730
725
720
715
0.67

983
977
971
964
958
952
946
940
934
928
922
916
910
904
898
892
887
881
875
870
864
858
853
847
842
837
831
826
820
815
810
805
799
794
789
784
779
774
769
764
759
754
749
744
739
735
730
725
720
0.76

988
982
976
969
963
957
951
945
939
933
927
921
915
909
903
897
892
886
880
875
869
863
858
852
847
842
836
831
825
820
815
810
804
799
794
789
784
779
774
769
764
759
754
749
744
740
735
730
725
0.85

993
987
981
974
968
962
956
950
944
938
932
926
920
914
908
902
897
891
885
880
874
868
863
857
852
847
841
836
830
825
820
815
809
804
799
794
789
784
779
774
769
764
759
754
749
745
740
735
730
0.94

998 1003 1008 1013 1018
992 997 1002 1007 1012
986 991 996 1001 1006
979 984 989 994 999
973 978 983 988 993
967 972 977 982 987
961 966 971 976 981
955 960 965 970 975
949 954 959 964 969
943 948 953 958 963
937 942 947 952 957
931 936 941 946 951
925 930 935 940 945
919 924 929 934 939
913 918 923 928 933
907 912 917 922 927
902 907 912 917 922
896 901 906 911 916
890 895 900 905 910
885 890 895 900 905
879 884 889 894 899
873 878 883 888 893
868 873 878 883 888
862 867 872 877 882
857 862 867 872 877
852 857 862 867 872
846 851 856 861 866
841 846 851 856 861
835 840 845 850 855
830 835 840 845 850
825 830 835 840 845
820 825 830 835 840
814 819 824 829 834
809 814 819 824 829
804 809 814 819 824
799 804 809 814 819
794 799 804 809 814
789 794 799 804 809
784 789 794 799 804
779 784 789 794 799
774 779 784 789 794
769 774 779 784 789
764 769 774 779 784
759 764 769 774 779
754 759 764 769 774
750 755 760 765 770
745 750 755 760 765
740 745 750 755 760
735 740 745 750 755
1.03 1.12 1.21 1.30 1.39

1023
1017
1011
1004
998
992
986
980
974
968
962
956
950
944
938
932
927
921
915
910
904
898
893
887
882
877
871
866
860
855
850
845
839
834
829
824
819
814
809
804
799
794
789
784
779
775
770
765
760
1.48

1028
1022
1016
1009
1003
997
991
985
979
973
967
961
955
949
943
937
932
926
920
915
909
903
898
892
887
882
876
871
865
860
855
850
844
839
834
829
824
819
814
809
804
799
794
789
784
780
775
770
765
1.57

1033
1027
1021
1014
1008
1002
996
990
984
978
972
966
960
954
948
942
937
931
925
920
914
908
903
897
892
887
881
876
870
865
860
855
849
844
839
834
829
824
819
814
809
804
799
794
789
785
780
775
770
1.66

1038
1032
1026
1019
1013
1007
1001
995
989
983
977
971
965
959
953
947
942
936
930
925
919
913
908
902
897
892
886
881
875
870
865
860
854
849
844
839
834
829
824
819
814
809
804
799
794
790
785
780
775
1.75

1043
1037
1031
1024
1018
1012
1006
1000
994
988
982
976
970
964
958
952
947
941
935
930
924
918
913
907
902
897
891
886
880
875
870
865
859
854
849
844
839
834
829
824
819
814
809
804
799
795
790
785
780
1.84

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Space Protection (U, Double U, and H-pipe System)

Height [m
above sea level]
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
400
450
500
550
600
650
700
750
800
850
900
950
1000
1050
1100
1150
1200
1250
1300
1350
1400
1450
1500
1550
1600
1650
1700
1750
1800
1850
1900
1950
2000
2050
2100
2150
2200
2250
2300
2350
2400
Calibration to

Air pressure [hPa] at a height of
973
967
961
954
948
942
936
930
924
918
912
906
900
994
888
882
877
871
865
860
854
848
843
837
832
827
821
816
810
805
800
795
789
784
779
774
769
764
759
754
749
744
739
734
729
725
720
715
710
0.54

978
972
966
959
953
947
941
935
929
923
917
911
905
899
893
887
882
876
870
865
859
853
848
842
837
832
826
821
815
810
805
800
794
789
784
779
774
769
764
759
754
749
744
739
734
730
725
720
715
0.63

983
977
971
964
958
952
946
940
934
928
922
916
910
904
898
892
887
881
875
870
864
858
853
847
842
837
831
826
820
815
810
805
799
794
789
784
779
774
769
764
759
754
749
744
739
735
730
725
720
0.73

988
982
976
969
963
957
951
945
939
933
927
921
915
909
903
897
892
886
880
875
869
863
858
852
847
842
836
831
825
820
815
810
804
799
794
789
784
779
774
769
764
759
754
749
744
740
735
730
725
0.82

993
987
981
974
968
962
956
950
944
938
932
926
920
914
908
902
897
891
885
880
874
868
863
857
852
847
841
836
830
825
820
815
809
804
799
794
789
784
779
774
769
764
759
754
749
745
740
735
730
0.92

998 1003 1008 1013 1018
992 997 1002 1007 1012
986 991 996 1001 1006
979 984 989 994 999
973 978 983 988 993
967 972 977 982 987
961 966 971 976 981
955 960 965 970 975
949 954 959 964 969
943 948 953 958 963
937 942 947 952 957
931 936 941 946 951
925 930 935 940 945
919 924 929 934 939
913 918 923 928 933
907 912 917 922 927
902 907 912 917 922
896 901 906 911 916
890 895 900 905 910
885 890 895 900 905
879 884 889 894 899
873 878 883 888 893
868 873 878 883 888
862 867 872 877 882
857 862 867 872 877
852 857 862 867 872
846 851 856 861 866
841 846 851 856 861
835 840 845 850 855
830 835 840 845 850
825 830 835 840 845
820 825 830 835 840
814 819 824 829 834
809 814 819 824 829
804 809 814 819 824
799 804 809 814 819
794 799 804 809 814
789 794 799 804 809
784 789 794 799 804
779 784 789 794 799
774 779 784 789 794
769 774 779 784 789
764 769 774 779 784
759 764 769 774 779
754 759 764 769 774
750 755 760 765 770
745 750 755 760 765
740 745 750 755 760
735 740 745 750 755
1.01 1.11 1.20 1.30 1.40

1023
1017
1011
1004
998
992
986
980
974
968
962
956
950
944
938
932
927
921
915
910
904
898
893
887
882
877
871
866
860
855
850
845
839
834
829
824
819
814
809
804
799
794
789
784
779
775
770
765
760
1.49

1028
1022
1016
1009
1003
997
991
985
979
973
967
961
955
949
943
937
932
926
920
915
909
903
898
892
887
882
876
871
865
860
855
850
844
839
834
829
824
819
814
809
804
799
794
789
784
780
775
770
765
1.59

1033
1027
1021
1014
1008
1002
996
990
984
978
972
966
960
954
948
942
937
931
925
920
914
908
903
897
892
887
881
876
870
865
860
855
849
844
839
834
829
824
819
814
809
804
799
794
789
785
780
775
770
1.68

1038
1032
1026
1019
1013
1007
1001
995
989
983
977
971
965
959
953
947
942
936
930
925
919
913
908
902
897
892
886
881
875
870
865
860
854
849
844
839
834
829
824
819
814
809
804
799
794
790
785
780
775
1.78

1043
1037
1031
1024
1018
1012
1006
1000
994
988
982
976
970
964
958
952
947
941
935
930
924
918
913
907
902
897
891
886
880
875
870
865
859
854
849
844
839
834
829
824
819
814
809
804
799
795
790
785
780
1.87

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Appendix | en 105

Planning without filter
M = module

S = sensitivity (% LT/m)

MA = main alarm

PA = pre-alarm

Number of openings
DM-

S

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

18

20

21

22

24

01 0.015 (0.05) MA

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

0.03 (0.1)

MA

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

B

0.06 (0.2)

MA

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

C

0.12 (0.4)

MA

A

A

A

A

A

A

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

C

C

C

C

C

C

10

0.1 (0.25)

MA

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

(25)

0.2 (0.5)

MA

A

A

A

A

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

0.4 (1)

MA

A

A

B

B

B

B

C

C

C

C

C

C

0.8 (2)

MA

A

B

B

C

C

C
C

C

C

C

C

C

C

16

18

20

21

22

24

32

(05)

50

0.313 (0.5)

PA

A

A

A

A

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

C

C

C

(80)

0.5 (0.8)

MA

A

A

A

B

B

B

B

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

14

15

0.687 (1.1)

PA

A

A

B

B

B

C

C

1.0 (1.6)

MA

A

B

B

C

C

C

C

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B

Without any other pipe accessories
Number of openings

Pipe shape U
Fans
I

U

M

Double U

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

6.5

77

77

77

77

77

77

77

77

6.9

77

77

77

77

77

77

77

77

≥9

100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100

76

6.5

120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120

6.9

120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120

≥9

150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150

6.5

170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170

6.9

170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 160 160 160

≥9

180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180

6.5

180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180

6.9

180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180

≥9

200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200

Quad. U

6.5

(1 DM)

6.9

≥9

300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300

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With water separator
Number of openings

Pipe shape U
Fans
I

U

M

Double U

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

6.5

60

60

60

60

60

60

60

6.9

60

60

60

60

60

60

60

80

80

80

80

80

80

8

9

10

80

80

80

11

12

13

14

15

16

≥9

80

6.5

100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100

6.9

110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110

≥9

110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110

6.5

100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100

6.9

110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110

18

≥9

160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160

6.5

140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140

6.9

140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140

≥9

160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160

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22

24

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With detonation safety barrier
Number of openings

Pipe shape U
Fans
I

U

M

Double U

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

60

60

70

70

9

6.5

46

46

46

46

6.9

46

46

46

46

38

≥9

68

68

68

68

68

6.5

60

60

60

60

60

60

6.9

60

60

60

60

60

60

≥9

60

60

60

60

60

60

6.5

80

80

80

80

80

80

6.9

80

80

80

80

80

80

≥9

120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120

6.5

80

80

80

80

6.9

80

80

80

80

≥9

100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100

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10

11

12

13

14

15

16

18

20

21

22

24

32

68

80

80

70

80

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Appendix | en 107

Planning with air filter
M = module

S = sensitivity (% LT/m)

MA = main alarm

PA = pre-alarm

Number of openings
DM-

S

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

18

20

21

22

24

01 0.015 (0.05) MA

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

0.03 (0.1)

MA

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

B

B

B

0.06 (0.2)

MA

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

(05)

0.12 (0.4)

MA

A

A

A

A

A

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

10

0.1 (0.25)

MA

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

A

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

C

C

C

(25)

0.2 (0.5)

MA

A

A

A

A

B

B

B

B

B

B

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

0.4 (1)

MA

A

A

B

B

B

C

C

C

C

C

0.8 (2)

MA

A

B

C

C

C

0.313 (0.5) PA

A

A

A

A

B

B

B

B

B

B

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

A

A

B

B

B

B

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

14

15

16

18

20

21

22

24

50

0.5 (0.8)

(80)

MA

0.687 (1.1) PA
1.0 (1.6)

MA

A

B

B

B

C

C

A

B

B

C

C

C

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Without any other pipe accessories
Number of openings

Pipe shape U
Fans
I

U

M

Double U

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

90

6.5

70

70

70

70

70

70

70

6.9

70

70

70

70

70

70

70

≥9

100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 90

6.5

120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120

13

70

6.9

120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120

≥9

140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140

6.5

160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160

6.9

160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160

≥9

180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180

6.5

160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160

6.9

170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170

≥9

190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190

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With water separator
Number of openings

Pipe shape U
Fans
I

U

M

Double U

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

80

80

80

6.5

60

60

60

60

60

60

6.9

60

60

60

60

60

60

60

≥9

80

80

80

80

80

80

80

6.5

100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100

11

12

13

14

15

16

6.9

110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110

≥9

110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110

6.5

100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100

6.9

110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110

18

≥9

160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160

6.5

140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140

6.9

140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140

≥9

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24

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With detonation safety barrier
Number of openings

Pipe shape U
Fans
I

U

M

Double U

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

60

60

70

70

9

6.5

46

46

46

46

6.9

46

46

46

46

38

≥9

68

68

68

68

68

6.5

60

60

60

60

60

60

6.9

60

60

60

60

60

60

≥9

60

60

60

60

60

60

6.5

80

80

80

80

80

80

6.9

80

80

80

80

80

80

≥9

120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120

6.5

80

80

80

80

6.9

80

80

80

80

≥9

100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100

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10

11

12

13

14

15

16

18

20

21

22

24

32

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80

80

70

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Appendix | en 109

Commissioning/Service Test Record for Aspirating Smoke
Detectors in the FAS-420 series

Device number
Serial Number
Measurement value/set value
Commissioning
Visual check+/Negative pressure[Pa]
Sensitivity[%/m]
Alarm delay[s]
Malfunction delay[min]
Activation threshold[I/II/III/iV]
Save malfunction[yes/no]
LOGIC SENS[yes/no]
Air-pressure-dependent calibration[yes/no]
Air-pressure-independent calibration[yes/no]
Height[m above sea level]
Air pressure[hPa]
Temperature[°C]
Obstruction malfunction
LED flashing+/Relay fails after delay+/Signal transmission to fire panel+/Cause eliminated, LED off+/Relay activates after drop below threshold+/Cause eliminated, LED saved +/Relay remains off+/Breakage malfunction
LED flashing+/Relay fails after delay +/Signal transmission to fire panel+/Cause eliminated, LED off+/Relay activates after drop below threshold+/Cause eliminated, LED saved +/Relay remains off+/Info alarm
LED flashing+/Relay activates after delay+/Signal transmission to fire panel+/LED saved+/Relay saved+/Pre-alarm
LED flashing+/Relay activates after delay+/Signal transmission to fire panel+/LED saved+/Relay saved+/Main alarm
LED flashing+/Relay activates after delay+/Signal transmission to fire panel+/LED saved+/Relay saved+/Legend: + in order / - not in order
Date: ............. Place: ...................................... Issuer: ......................................... Signature:...............................
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Index
Symbols

E

End cap 20, 61, 75
Equipment monitoring 11, 12, 20, 34

"Improved version" LSN mode 66

A

Activation threshold 36, 71, 89
Activation thresholds - M-pipe system 50
Air conditioning units 10
Air filter 13, 20, 30, 79, 81, 95
Air sampling opening 9, 12, 21, 27, 33, 76
Air-conditioning duct 10, 58, 78
Air-conditioning unit 58, 78
Airflow fault delay 71, 89
Airflow initialization 14, 66, 86, 91
Airflow malfunction 14, 71, 74, 84, 88, 95, 96
Airflow monitoring 9, 13, 36, 88
Airflow sensitivity 36
Airflow sensor 12, 13, 36, 86
Airflow sensors 9
Alarm 8, 13, 87
Alarm current 62
Alarm delay 71, 89
Alarm transfer 87
Area monitoring 10, 20, 22
Aspiration boring 10, 76
Aspiration reducing clips 21
Aspiration reducing film sheet 9, 21, 27, 76
Asymmetrical structure 33

F

Fault indication 14, 88
Filter change 79
Fittings 12, 20, 74, 85
Flame filter 25
Flash code 14, 88, 91, 97
Flow resistance 35, 74
Flow speed 58, 60
Flow-init button 73, 86
FPA-5000 diagnostics data 71, 85
Functional test 90

H
High-speed units 58

I
I pipe system activation thresholds 47
Info alarm 8, 17
Installation material 68, 79
I-pipe system 35, 95
I-pipe system - simplified planning 52
I-pipe system - single-hole monitoring 46
I-pipe system? for space protection 43

L
Local SecurityNetwork (LSN) "improved version" 8
Low-speed units 58
LSN configuration 71
LSN connection 15, 70

B

Bends 35, 74
Blast air 20, 81, 95
Blowing out 20, 21, 82, 95
Bore distances 68
Branch length 34

M

Marking tape 9, 21, 27, 76
Monitoring window 14, 96
M-pipe - simplified planning 54
M-pipe system 35
M-pipe system - single-hole monitoring 49
M-pipe system for space protection 44

C

Calibrating the airflow sensor 14, 86, 95, 102
Charging current 62
Collective fault 86
Compressed air 81
Concealed installation 22
Current calculation 62

D

O

Obstruction 9, 13, 21, 88, 91, 96, 97

Delay 13, 14
Detector address 65
Detonation safety barrier 13, 20, 25
Device Mounting 19
Device mounting 26, 67, 91
DIAG diagnostic software 9, 15, 18, 26, 72, 85, 86, 88,
89, 90
Digital pressure gauge 89
Display board 65, 73
Double U-pipe 34
Double U-pipe - simplified planning 55
Double U-pipe - single-hole monitoring 50
Double U-pipe for space protection 45
Double U-pipe system 95
Double U-pipe system activation thresholds 51
Dual-detector dependency 8, 35, 71
Dual-zone dependency 8, 71
Duct cross-section 58, 60

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P

Pipe breakage 9, 13, 88, 91, 97
Pipe elbow 20, 24, 26, 35, 74, 82
Pipe system components 20, 26
Planning for high-rise warehouses 56
Planning limits 38
Plastic clip 21, 27, 75
Pore width 24
Pre-alarm 8, 17
Pressure area 23, 37, 59
Protection category 28, 29

Q
Quadruple U-pipe 34

R

Remote indicator 18, 72
Reset 14, 18
Response sensitivity 8, 13, 37
RPS 8
RPS (Remote Programming Software) 64, 71, 89, 90

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S
Single-hole monitoring - double U-pipe system 50
Single-hole monitoring - I-pipe system 46
Single-hole monitoring - M-pipe system 49
Single-hole monitoring - U-pipe system 47
Sintered metal filter 24, 26, 30
Sound power level 28
sound power level 29
Special planning 9, 33
Standby current 62
Symmetrical structure 33

T
Technical data 29
Technical specifications 28
Temperature range 28, 29
T-fitting 20, 22, 77
Three-way tap 20, 31, 81, 95
Tightness of the pipe system 75, 85, 96
Transport speed 9, 35, 66
Troubleshooting 88
Two alarm stages 8, 36

U
Unit Mounting 15
U-pipe system 33, 95
U-pipe system - simplified planning 53
U-pipe system activation thresholds 48
U-pipe system for space protection? 43

W

Water separator 13, 20, 24, 26, 30

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