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VFR-400 • 5403548 • REV D • 10/07

VFR-400
Installation, Operation, and
Instruction Manual
Releasing Panel for
Sprinkler Systems
All specifications subject to revision.

Manual #5403548 Rev D
10/07
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Contents
Operating Instructions Form ................................................................................................................................................................ 4
Design Guidelines ................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
General Description ............................................................................................................................................................................. 5
System Features ................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Visual Indicators .................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Circuit Parameters ................................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Basic Operation.................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
To Silence Signaling Appliance ......................................................................................................................................................... 11
Remote Annunciator Operation ......................................................................................................................................................... 12
Programming Mode Instructions ....................................................................................................................................................... 14
Panel Visual Display .......................................................................................................................................................................... 14
VFR-400 Standard Program Information .......................................................................................................................................... 17
Wiring Diagram Programs ................................................................................................................................................................. 20
VFR-400 Custom Program Information ............................................................................................................................................ 45
Installation Instructions...................................................................................................................................................................... 49
Wire Checkout ................................................................................................................................................................................... 50
Battery Size Calculations ................................................................................................................................................................... 51
Battery Size Requirements/Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................... 51
2-Wire Smoke Detector Compatibility Data ...................................................................................................................................... 55
Releasing Device Compatibiilty ........................................................................................................................................................ 56
Wire Routing for VFR-400 ................................................................................................................................................................ 56
Connection Procedure for Battery And Voltage ................................................................................................................................. 58
Connection Drawing for Central And Remote Station ...................................................................................................................... 58

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Notes:

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This is the safety alert system. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

• The detection and suppression system employing this release panel must be designed by people trained and competent
in the design and layout of fire alarm and/or suppression systems for special hazard locations. The system shall be designed
and installed in accordance with all local and national codes and ordinances as well as the approval of the Authority Having
Jurisdiction. Only trained, qualified and competent individuals should install, program and/or service the VFR-400.
Competent people would be aware of these warnings, limitations, and requirements.
• High voltage electrocution hazard. Do not handle live AC wiring or work on the device while ac power is active.
This manual is designed to help with the specification, installation, and programming of the VFR-400 release panel. It is
imperative that this manual be completely read and understood before the installation or programming of the panel. Save this
manual for future reference.
• Zones programmed as MANUAL RELEASE will override any cross zoning features. If it is desired to not have a Manual
Release override the cross zoning, program the zone as DETECTION and map accordingly.

*Locate the panel and all system components in the following nominal environment:
*Indoor heated installation only, preferably an interior wall.
*Verify that the wire sizes are adequate for all initiating, notification, and release circuits.
*Make certain the panel is properly grounded.
*Remove all electronic assemblies prior to any drilling, filing, reaming, or punching of the enclosure. When possible make all cable
entries from the sides, bottom, or rear of the cabinet. Verify that they will not interfere with the batteries or other components.
*The panel and system must be tested and maintained in accordance with all local and national codes and ordinances.

Operating Instructions Form
1) Fill in the name, address and telephone number of the servicing agency on the instruction sheet provided and
frame and place adjacent to control panel at eye level.
2) The following documentation shall be delivered to the owner or their representative upon final acceptance of the system:
An owners manual and installation instructions covering all system equipment.
Wiring diagrams
A detailed description of the programming and operating sequence of the system.

Fire Alarm System Limitations
Smoke detectors may not detect smoke when the smoke does not reach the detector. Such as smoke within walls, on the other
side of walls, on other floors, behind closed doors, explosions, etc. Smoke detectors will not operate if they are not properly
connected to the fire/release panel. The detectors and bases must be UL/ULC listed as being compatible with the panel. The
detectors have a visible flashing light that indicates power is supplied to the detectors.
Notification appliances may not alert people if the people are not able to hear or see the appliances such as if they are in separate
areas of the building or room.
A fire alarm/release panel will not operate without electrical power. The panel must have sufficient backup battery capability to
power the panel for a specified amount of time in the event of an AC power failure. The batteries and release panel shall be tested
and maintained in accordance with the testing and maintenance requirements of NFPA72.
In order for emergency forces, (Fire departments, etc.), to respond to events associated with this panel, the panel must transmit
trouble, supervisory, and alarm signals to a monitoring facility either directly or through a main building fire panel.
A problem in an audible or visual device may not be apparent when the panel is in a normal condition.

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Design Guidelines
People trained in the design of special hazard systems shall determine the selection and placement of the initiating devices and
notification appliances connected to the VFR-400. This responsible party shall also be familiar with the premises being protected.
The equipment shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturers instructions, the applicable version of NFPA 72 and all
local codes and ordinances. For systems employing cross zoning of smoke detectors for the activation of the release circuit, this
can include but is not limited to the installation of photoelectric and ionization types of detectors on separate zones. One of each
type of detector on separate zones shall be installed in the coverage area selected for a single detector. The detectors would be
installed in close proximity to each other.
The responsible party shall also determine the theory of operation regarding the programming sequence.

General Description
The model VFR-400 is a listed and approved, microprocessor based fire control/releasing panel. It is primarily designed for use
as a releasing panel for pre-action, Surefire®, Firecycle® III, and deluge, water based extinguishing systems. They may also be
used as stand alone fire control panels. These units comply with NFPA-13, NFPA-15,NFPA-72, and NFPA-750.
The VFR-400 complies with UL Standard 864, ULC S527-77, Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 C22.1, ULC S524, FM, CSFM
and NYMEA.

System Features
• Four Class B (Style B) Initiating zones. Each initiating zone can be set up for any of the following:
·
Alarm Zones
·
Detection alarm zone
·
Waterflow
·
Linear Heat Detection up to 700 ohms per zone.
·
Manual Release
· Viking Firecycle Detectors (Zone 1 only)
·
Supervisory Zones
·
Supervisory
·
Tamper
·
Low Air Supervisory
·
High Air
·
Low Air Alarm
Note: Only zones programmed as Detection, Waterflow, Linear Heat, Manual Release, Firecycle and Low
Air Alarm can be mapped to outputs programed as release.
• Remote Annunciator Output for connection to RA-4410RC:
·
RS-485 communication, (2-wire shielded cable required)
·
Regulated 24VDC annunciator power
• Two Supervisory Zones, Class B (VDC Style B). These zones can be set up for any of the following:
·
Supervisory
·
Tamper
·
Low Air Supervisory
·
High Air
• Four Class B (Style Y) Output circuits. Each output can be set up for any of the following:
·
Notification Appliance circuit
·
Releasing circuit
·
Supervisory Bell circuit
·
Trouble Bell circuit

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Twelve Standard Programs for water based systems or custom program capability
Releasing Zones can be set up for either normal or cross zoning operation
All circuits inherently power limited per NEC 760 and UL 864 Section 14.4
Initiating Circuit Disable feature
Output Disable feature
One-Man Walktest feature with automatic 30 minute restoration and releasing circuit disable
Diagnostic Indicators
Signal Silence button
Manual Event scroll buttons
Automatic resound of silenced trouble signals after 24 hours
Built-in Trouble buzzer
Common Relay Contacts for Alarm/Trouble/Supervisory/Waterflow
32 Character Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
34 LED Display
AC, Alarm, Supervisory, Trouble, Alarm silenced LED's (Pre-discharge/discharge LED)
User Generated Banner Message
User Generated Zone Labeling
24 or 90 hour Battery Standby available (Where required by FM and Others)
24 Hour Clock
Password Protection
Remote annunciator output
Resettable 4-wire smoke detector power

Options
1) CAM - Module to convert one Class B Indicating Appliance Circuit to one Class A circuit.
2) CA2Z - Module to convert two Class B Initiating Device Circuits to two Class A circuits.
3) ARM-2 - Module to provide two Form C contacts activated by Indicating or Releasing, polarity reversing circuits
4) RA-4410-RC – Remote annunciator provides 34 LED’s for each zone in alarm supervisory or trouble, each output activated or
in trouble, AC power, Power trouble, System trouble, Ground fault, Supervisory, Supervisory trouble, Alarm, Alarm silence
and Pre-discharge/Discharge.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules which are designed to provide reasonable
protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may
be required to correct the interference.

Specifications
VFR-400 HOUSING
Type - 18 gauge sheet steel with hinged, removable, locked door
Size - 18 1/2" x 14 5/8" x 4 3/4"
Finish - red cabinet with logo.
Knockouts - 4 - ½" and 2 - ¾" on top; 1 - ½" and 1 - ¾" each side; 2 - ½" and 1 - ¾" back
VFR-400 Visual Indicators (Visible with door closed):
AC LED - Green
Alarm Silenced - Amber
System Alarm LED - Red
System Supervisory LED- Amber
System Trouble LED - Amber
Pre-discharge/Discharge LED - Amber
32 Character Alpha-Numeric Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
Red alarm per zone
Amber trouble LED per zone
Common required systems status LED's
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LCD
A 2 line 32 character alpha-numeric liquid crystal display shows the condition, status and circuit for all
Alarm, Supervisory and Trouble conditions:
CONDITION
Alarm
Trouble
Supervisory
Tamper
Low Air
High Air
Aborted
Pre-discharging
Releasing
Released

STATUS

CIRCUIT
(Up To 10 Characters)
Output #1
Output #2
Output #3
Output #4
Battery
A.C.
Supervisory
Zone #1
Zone #2
Zone #3
Zone #4
Ground

Disabled
Acknowledged
Silenced

VFR-400 Visual Indicators
Red LED’s:

Green LED:
Yellow LED’s:

In accordance with ULC S527-99 option B:
LED Annunciator Module
Initiating Device Circuits Active (4),
Notification/Release Circuits Active (4)
Common Alarm (1)
AC Power
Initiating Device Circuits Troubles (4),
Output Circuits Troubles (4)
Supervisory Initiating Zone (4)
Supervisory Bell Output Active (4)
(1) each: Supervisory Zone, Supervisory 1, Supervisory 2, Power Trouble, Supervisory Trouble, System
Trouble, Ground Fault, Discharging/Discharged, Alarm Silenced

CONDITION
Trouble
Trouble
Alarm
Alarm
Supervisory
Supervisory
Pre-discharge
Discharged

STATUS
Non-Silenced
Silenced
Non-Silenced
Silenced
Non-Silenced
Silenced

LED State
Flashing
Steady ON
Flashing
Steady ON
Flashing
Steady ON
Flashing
Steady ON

Control Buttons
• Signal Silence - Momentary, silences signaling circuits, (except those activated by zones programmed as WATERFLOW)
• System Reset - Momentary, resets all alarm circuits if condition has been corrected, removes power from initiating device circuits.
• Scroll Up - Scrolls LCD display to most recent events
• Scroll Down - Scrolls LCD display to previous events
NOTE: Buzzer silence is accomplished by scrolling through all events.

Circuit Parameters
All voltages regulated DC

Initiating Device Zones
For connection of dry contact initiating devices and compatible 2 wire smoke detectors. (All values nominal)
• 4 Class B, Style B (Class A Style D module available)*
• Power limited, current limited to protect 2 wire smoke detectors
• Maximum 2 wire 24VDC smoke detector load per zone - 2.5 ma (Use only detectors that are listed in compatibility list.)
• Maximum Line resistance - 100 ohms (Except linear heat detection cable, 700 ohms per zone)
• End-of-Line Resistance - 5.1K

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• Normal standby current - approximately 4.0 mA
• Standby voltage - 25VDC maximum, 13.4 minimum
• Maximum short circuit current - approximately 36mA
• Maximum Impedance for Alarm - 1400 ohms
• Normal supervisory current - approximately 4mA
• Low current trouble activation - approximately 3.3mA
• Alarm activation current - approximately 10mA
• Ripple voltage - .4 VDC
• Maximum operating voltage range: 22.5 - 25.9V DC
• Frequency - continuous
* In programs 6-9, Zone 1 is a normally closed zone for Firecycle® Detectors

Dedicated Supervisory Zones
• For dry contact supervisory devices such as tamper, low air, or high air switches
• 2 Class B Style B circuit, latching
• Power limited, current limited
• End-of-Line resistance - 5.1K ohms
• Ripple Voltage - .1 VDC
• Frequency - continuous
• Maximum voltage - 25VDC
• Maximum short circuit current - approximately 36mA
• Maximum line resistance - 100 ohms
• Normal supervisory current - approximately 4mA
• Low current trouble activation - approximately 3.3mA
• Supervisory current condition - approximately 10mA
(Does not include power for any auxiliary devices)

Notification/Release Circuits
The output circuits of the VFR-400 are Non-coded. This allows the use of visual and audible appliances on the same circuit. If
temporal notification appliances are required for evacuation, selectable tone appliances such as the AMSECO H24W horn or
SH24W Series strobe/horns or a temporal module such as AMSECO TMP1-3A or equivalents should be used.
The notification outputs do not provide synchronization. If synchronization is required, use AMSECO SMD10-3A
synchronization module or equivalent, as identified on page 55. The notification appliances shall be compatible with the sync
module selected. The current requirements of the appliances, wire gauge, and length of wire run determine the maximum
number of appliances that can be connected to one NAC and/or sync module. The maximum cannot exceed 1 amp or whatever
the sync module selected can support, whichever is lower. The sync module shall be installed as per manufacturers instructions.
Equivalent sync modules are shown on page 55.
• 4 Class B Style Y (Class A Style Z module available for notification)
• Reverse polarity upon activation
• Power limited, Current limited
• 24 VDC Regulated, rated 1 amp each, 2.5 amps total for all 4 circuits
• End-of-Line-Resistor - 5.1k ohms
• Frequency - continuous
• Maximum voltage - 27 VDC
• Ripple voltage - .3 VDC
• Maximum resistance for outputs programmed as RELEASING:
1 divided by the current draw of the solenoid when activated
• Normal standy supervisory current - approximately .38mA
• Low current trouble activation - .11mA
• Maximum impedance - 5 Ohms
• High current trouble activation - .63ma

Low/Missing Battery
Causes battery and system trouble if battery falls below 22 volts. Battery circuit is fused and reverse polarity protection is provided.

Input Power
• Universal Input 120VAC, (60 Hz, 165VA) or 220VAC, (50 Hz, 185VA) 15 Amp Branch Line overcurrent
protection required.
• System trouble is also generated if voltage drops below 102V.

Backup Power Requirements
• VFR-400 - Standby 121 mA, alarm 274 mA at 24VDC
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Service Use
NFPA 13 - Automatic Sprinkler
NFPA 15 - Water Spray Fixed System
NFPA 16 - Foam Water Sprinkler and Foam Water Spray
NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code
• Local
• Remote Station (protected premise unit)
• Central Station (protected premise unit)
NFPA 750 - Water Mist

Listings And Approvals
VFR-400 - UL Standard 864, ULC Standard S527, FM, CSFM and NYMEA

Terminals
• All terminals capable of handling #14 AWG wire
• All terminations have transient protection
• All four initiating device circuit terminals capable of handling linear heat detection.

Relay Outputs
• Common system alarm contacts SPDT rated 3 Amps, 30VDC resistive
• Common supervisory contacts SPST, N.O. rated 3 Amps, 30VDC resistive
• Common system trouble contacts SPDT rated 3 Amps, 30VDC resistive
• Common system waterflow contacts SPST, N.O. rated 3 Amps, 30VDC resistive

Auxiliary Power
• Auxiliary Power - 24VDC regulated. Rated 200 mA max. Current limited
• Resettable for 4-wire smoke detectors

Annunciator Connection
• Auxiliary Power - 24VDC regulated. Rated 200 mA max. Current limited for RA-4410-RC Annunciator, non-resettable power
• RS-485 For connection to RA-4410-RC remote annunciator
• Maximum 2000' with 22 AWG, 4000' with 20 AWG shielded cable

Optional Accessories
CA2Z module (Class A initiating device circuit)
Converts two Class B initiating device circuits to two Class A circuits.

CAM Module (Class A Indicating Appliance Circuit)
Converts indicating appliance circuit from Class B to Class A. One model CAM (Class A Module) is required
for each circuit. (Do not use this on an output programmed as “TROUBLE BELL”.)

ARM-1/ARM-2 Module (Auxiliary Relay Module)
Activated by 24VDC Indicating and/or Releasing, polarity reversing circuits. The module provides a non-supervised DPDT Relay
that can be used for fan shutdown, door release, elevator recall, etc.
RA-4410RC (Remote Annunciator)
Connects to RS-485 & 24VDC terminals. Provides 34 LED’s for each zone in alarm supervisory, or trouble, each output activated
or in trouble, AC power, Power trouble, System trouble, Ground fault, Supervisory, Supervisory trouble, Alarm, Alarm silence and
Pre-discharge/Discharge.
Basic Operation
In addition to the following events, the panel also provides an output via the RS-485 terminals to the RA-4410-RC remote
annunciator to light the appropriate indicators. See remote annunciator operations, page 12. In addition, the remote annunciator
has a silenceable buzzer that sounds on supervisory or trouble conditions.

Initiating Device Circuits Alarm Condition
An increase of current on any alarm initiating device circuit to approximately 10 mA or greater will result in the following:

Alarm (Except zones programmed as LOW AIR ALARM):
1) Activation of the common alarm relay contacts.
2) Activation of the output circuit(s) which are mapped to the initiating device circuit(s). Providing all zone(s)
necessary for the activation of those circuits is in alarm
3) “ALARM” and zone # displayed on LCD.
4) Activation of the red ALARM LED in a flashing mode as well as corresponding zone. NOTE: The ALARM LED will continue
to flash until the Signal Silence button is pushed. The silence button will remove power from all outputs set up as Indicating
except those activated by zones programmed as Waterflow.
5) Activation of zones programmed as waterflow will operate the common waterflow relay contacts in addition to the above.
Note: If Zone 1 is programmed as Firecycle, an open circuit will result in the above.
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Do not silence signals until all occupants are
evacuated to a safe area.

Low Air Alarm
1) Operation of supervisory relay contacts and local buzzer.
2) Activation of the notification appliance circuit(s) or releasing circuit(s) which are mapped to the initiating device circuit(s).
Providing all zone(s) necessary for the activation of those circuits is in alarm
3) LOW AIR ALARM and displayed on LCD.
4) Activation of the amber supervisory LED in a flashing mode. NOTE: The supervisory LED will continue to flash until all
events in the SUPERVISORY queue are viewed. This is accomplished by scrolling through all of the events by use of the
scroll up and scroll down buttons. The LED will go steady after all alarm events have been viewed.

Supervisory
An increase of current to approximately 8 mA or greater on the supervisory initiating device circuit(s) or disabling an output
programmed as releasing will result in the following:
1) Operation of supervisory relay contacts and local buzzer.
2) Operation of any output circuits that have been described as SUPERVISORY BELL.
3) “SUPERVISORY”, “TAMPER”, “LOW AIR”, or “HIGH AIR” and displayed on LCD.
4) Activation of the amber SUPERVISORY LED in a flashing modes well as the corresponding zone LED. NOTE: The
SUPERVISORY LED will continue to flash until all events in the SUPERVISORY queue are viewed. This is accomplished by
scrolling through all of the events by use of the scroll up and scroll down buttons. The LED will go steady after all supervisory
events have been viewed.

Trouble Conditions
Initiating Device Circuits
A decrease of current to approximately 3.3 mA or programming the zone as disabled on any initiating device circuit will result in
the following:
1) Activation of trouble relay contacts and local buzzer.
2) Operation of any output circuits which have been described as TROUBLE BELL.
3) “TROUBLE” and displayed on LCD.
4) Activation of the amber TROUBLE LED in a flashing mode as well as corresponding zone. NOTE: The TROUBLE LED
will continue to flash until all events in the TROUBLE queue are viewed. This is accomplished by scrolling through all of the
events by use of the scroll up and scroll down buttons. The LED will go steady after all trouble events have been viewed.
Note: When the circuits are operated in the Class A mode any trouble condition will require manual operation of the reset switch
to restore the panel to normal after the fault has been removed.
A complete loss of power will result in the transfer of the common system trouble relay contacts.
If Zone 1 is programmed as Firecycle, an increase in current to 10 mA or greater will result in the above.

Notification Appliance/Releasing Circuits
An increase of current to approximately 0.63 mA or a decrease in current to approximately 0.11 mA on any output circuit or
connecting an indicating appliance backwards, or disabling an output will result in the following:
1) Activation of trouble relay contacts and local buzzer.
2) Operation of any output circuits which have been programmed as TROUBLE BELL. If this output is in trouble, a
TROUBLE BELL on this output may not function correctly, depending on the type of trouble.
3) “TROUBLE” and “OUTPUT #” displayed on LCD.
Note: A current in excess of 2.5 Amps, when the panel is in the alarm condition, will result in an output trouble as described above.

A problem in an audible or visual device may not be apparent when the panel is in a normal condition. If the circuit indicates a
trouble condition when the panel is in an alarm condition the problem must be located and corrected.

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Ground Fault
A short between any circuit and earth ground will result in the following:
1) Activation of trouble relay contacts, trouble LED in a flashing mode, and local buzzer.
2) Operation of any output circuits which have been described as TROUBLE BELL.
3) “TROUBLE” and “GROUND” displayed on LCD.

Loss Or Reduction Of AC Power
A reduction in the AC input voltage will result in the following:
1) Activation of amber trouble LED in a flashing mode and local buzzer.
2) Operation of any output circuits which have been described as TROUBLE BELL.
3) “TROUBLE” and “A.C.” displayed on LCD.
4) LCD Backlight will be extinguished.
5) Loss of green AC LED.
6) The trouble relay contacts will transfer after 90 minutes.

Low Battery Voltage
Loss of or reduction of battery voltage to 22 volts will result in the following:
1) Activation of common trouble relay contacts, amber trouble LED in a flashing mode and local buzzer.
2) Operation of any output circuits that have been described as TROUBLE BELL.
3) “TROUBLE” and “BATTERY” displayed on LCD.

Loss Of Auxiliary Power Output
Loss of output of the auxiliary power will result in the following:
1) Activation of trouble relay contacts, trouble LED in a flashing mode and local buzzer.
2) Operation of any output circuits that have been described as TROUBLE BELL.
3) “TROUBLE” and “AUX LOW” displayed on LCD.
4) Activation of amber POWER TROUBLE LED.
5) Activation of amber SYSTEM TROUBLE LED.

To Silence The Buzzer Or Outputs That Have Been Described As Trouble Or Supervisory Bell
Press the scroll up or scroll down buttons. Once all events in the trouble or supervisory queue have been viewed, the buzzer and
appropriate output will silence. The applicable system TROUBLE or SUPERVISORY LED will change from flashing to steady.
Note: Any continuous trouble conditions that have been silenced automatically resound 24 hours after the first trouble condition was silenced.

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To Silence A Signaling Appliance
Press the SIGNAL SILENCE button. All silencable outputs will de-activate. A trouble condition will be created and the amber
Alarm Silenced LED will light.

Where audible and/or visual indicators are being used as an evacuation signal, do not silence an alarm condition without
investigating and determining that an emergency condition does not exist.

Notes: 1) Alarms initiated from zones that are in the waterflow mode cannot be silenced. The panel must be reset to silence
audible alarm devices.
2) If silenceable waterflow indication is desired it must be programmed as conventional alarm and annunciated on the
zone identification portion of the LCD.

To Reset an Alarm or Supervisory Condition
1) Determine the cause of the alarm condition and if necessary remove the cause.
2) Press the reset button.

To Reset A Trouble Condition
1) Determine the cause of the trouble condition and remove the cause.
2) This circuit is self-restoring. When all trouble conditions are removed all indications will return to normal.
Note: When an initiating device zone is operated in a Class A (Style D) mode any trouble condition will require manual
operation of the reset switch to restore the panel to normal after the fault has been corrected.

Lamp Test
When the panel is in a Normal Condition, pushing the top two buttons will illuminate all of the LED's and display for
approximately one second.

Remote Annunciator Model RA-4410RC Operation
Red LED’s:

Initiating Device Circuits Active (4)
Notification/Release Circuits Active (4)
Common Alarm (1)
Green LED’s:
AC Power
Yellow LED’s: Initiating Device Circuits troubles (4)
Output Circuit Troubles (4)
supervisory Bell Output Active (4)
(1) each: Supervisory Zone, Power Trouble, Supervisory Trouble, System Trouble, Ground Fault, Discharging/Discharged, Alarm Silenced
RA-4410RC
ZONE 1

OUTPUT 1

ZONE 2

OUTPUT 2

ZONE 3

OUTPUT 3

ZONE 4

OUTPUT 4

AC POWER

SUPERVISORY 1

POWER TBL

SUPERVISORY 2

SYSTEM TBL

COMMON ALARM

SUP TBL

ALARM SILENCE

GROUND FAULT

STEADY: DISCHARGE
FLASHING: PRE-DISCHARGE

LAMP TEST

DWG# 3550-17VKG

Basic Operation
The appropriate LED flashes to indicate a change of status on the panel. A trouble or supervisory condition will flash
the appropriate Yellow LED indicating the location of the condition. If any outputs are programmed as TROUBLE or
SUPERVISORY BELL, that Yellow output LED will flash indicating the output is activated. Pressing the BUZZER SILENCE
button on the panel changes the flashing zone Amber LED to steady on and turns the flashing Yellow output LED off.
An alarm or low air alarm condition will flash a Red LED indicating the zone in alarm and any outputs mapped to that zone that
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have activated. Pressing the SIGNAL SILENCE button changes the flashing Red Zone LED to steady on and the flashing Red
Output LED mapped to that zone off unless the output is programmed as RELEASE. In addition, the Yellow ALARM/ SILENCE
LED will light.
Any zone programmed as WATERFLOW is considered non-silenceable so the signal and buzzer silence buttons will have no
effect on the flashing zone and output LED's. A buzzer on the annunciator sounds for any trouble condition. When the panel
has a trouble or supervisory condition, pressing the SILENCE/LAMP TEST button silences the condition at the panel and all
annunciators. When the panel is in a normal state, pressing the SILENCE/LAMP TEST button can be used to test the LED's.
The release panel supervises and communicates with the annunciator via separate connections for the RS-485 communication and
24VDC power requirements of the RA-4410-RC. Separate cables should be used for power and communication. Shielded cable
shall be used for the communication line. Up to three annunciators can be connected to one panel. A rotary switch is provided on
the panel to indicate how many annunciators are connected. Another rotary switch is on the annunciator to set the address. The
annunciators must be addressed consecutively. See page 54 for wiring information. Refer to bulletin #8840024 for installation
instructions and maximum wire run.

Test Procedure
The system should be inspected, tested, and maintained in accordance with NFPA-72 National Fire Alarm Code, Chapter 10 and
any other requirements of the local authority having jurisdiction.
Test Procedure (Canada)
The system should be inspected, tested, and maintained in accordance with ULC Standard CAN/ULC-S536 and any other
requirements of the local authority having jurisdiction.

Testing should be done as a minimum as described below:
1) Notify the fire department or other receiving station if alarm, supervisory and/or trouble signals are transmitted.
2) Notify the proper building personnel so that audible and/or visual signals can be ignored.
3) If the release panel is monitored by a building fire alarm panel, take appropriate action to eliminate any unwanted events.
4) Momentarily open each of the following circuits.
a) Each initiating device zone
b) Supervisory circuit
c) Indicating Appliance/Releasing circuit - observe that this results in a trouble condition and all indicators operate as
described in the appropriate preceding section for the particular circuit that is faulted.
5) Move the PROGRAM switch down. The LCD should respond: “LOOK AT HISTORY?”. Press the FUNCTION button
until the display reads PASSWORD=000. Enter password if changed from factoy or press the SET button three times. Press
the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the LCD reads “SYSTEM MODE: NORMAL”. Press the SELECT button. The LCD
will read “SYSTEM MODE:
ONE MAN WALKTEST”. Press the SET button then move the PROGRAM switch up. The panel will respond with “ONE
MAN WALKTEST” and the time. The trouble LED will light. Any output described as “RELEASING” will automatically be disabled.

Failure to enter the walktest mode and subsequent operation
of initiating zones may result in a release.
After 30 minutes of no activity in the walk test mode the panel automatically reverts to normal operation.
6) Operate each initiating device on all zones. All audible and visual alarm devices should operate for about 3 seconds. Then the
system will automatically reset allowing the user to go to the next initiating device.
7) Operate each initiating device on the supervisory circuit. Observe that all the indications described in the section on
supervisory conditions occur.
8) Move the PROGRAM switch down again. The LCD should respond: “LOOK AT HISTORY?”
Press the FUNCTION button until the display reads PASSWORD=000. Enter password if changed from factory or press the
SET button three times.
Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the LCD reads: “SYSTEM MODE: ONE MAN WALKTEST”
Press the SELECT (middle) button. The LCD will read: “SYSTEM MODE: NORMAL”
Press the SET (top) button then restore the PROGRAM switch to the up position. The LCD will show the normal banner message.
9) All audible and visual indicators should be off.
10) Notify all building, fire department, and/or other receiving station personnel that the test has concluded.
Maintenance: Test batteries per local and national standards. At a minimum replace batteries every four (4) years or sooner
depending on test results. The date of purchase shall be marked on all batteries.

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Programming Mode Instructions
To use the Programming Mode push the program switch down (see drawing below).

Panel Visual Display
As a general rule, the following applies on the Programming Mode buttons:
The top button (SET) sets the message on the display into the memory.
The middle button (SELECT) scrolls through the selections available for the function displayed.
The bottom button (FUNCTION) allows the user to skip the function without changing the program.

RUN
PROGRAM

ZONE 1

OUTPUT 2

ZONE 2

OUTPUT 1

ZONE 3

OUTPUT 3

ZONE 4

OUTPUT 4

PROGRAM
MODE

AC POWER

SUPERVISORY 1

POWER TBL

SUPERVISORY 2

SYSTEM TBL

COMMON ALARM

SUP TBL

ALARM SILENCE

GROUND
FAULT

STEADY: DISCHARGE
FLASHING:
PRE-DISCHARGE

RUN
MODE
SCROLL-UP
BUZZER SILENCE

}

LAMP
TEST

SET

SCROLL-DOWN
BUZZER SILENCE

SELECT

SIGNAL SILENCE

FUNCTION

SYSTEM RESET

VIEWING ANGLE

DWG# 3550-18VKG

To program, push the Program Switch down.
There is no capability to back up screens in the program mode. If a mistake was made during programming, move the program
switch back up, then move it down and start from the beginning.
To exit the program mode at any time, move the Program Switch up.
When the programming switch is down (see Panel Visual Display) the following will appear in the display window:
L O O K
A T
H I S T O R Y ?

History
To examine the HISTORY press the top button, the display window will show the time and date of the last event or action. To skip
to the next function or to exit history, press the FUNCTION (bottom) button.

SET

Press the SET button to discover the time and date of the last event or action and to scroll forward.

SELECT

To scroll back, press the SELECT button.

FUNCTION

To exit or skip HISTORY, press the bottom button.

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M E

Date/Time
SELECT

To change the time, press the SELECT button.

FUNCTION

To exit to the next function, press the bottom button.

If the middle button is pushed, the date and time will appear in the display window:
0

The date is shown at the top and the time at the bottom of the display window. “MINUTES” indicates that the user can now
change the minutes.

SET

Pressing the SET button will decrease the minutes

SELECT

Pressing the SELECT button will increase the minutes.

FUNCTION

When finshed setting the minutes, Press the bottom button. The minutes will change to hours.

Continue this process and change the DAY, MONTH and YEAR. When you have finished changing the year, press the
FUNCTION (bottom) button. A display similar to the following will appear:
P

A S

W O R D =

0 0
^

Password
This display prevents unauthorized programming of the panel by requiring the user to enter the proper password. To select the
appropriate number for the space indicated by the ^ symbol, press the SELECT button. When the proper number is displayed
press the SET button to set the number and move to the next space. If the wrong password is entered, the panel will display "Push
Programming Switch Up". All panels are shipped from the factory with a password of 000. If the password is lost contact Potter.

SET

After selecting the desired number, press the SET button to set and move to the next number.

SELECT

Press the SELECT button to scroll through the numbers.

FUNCTION

Pressing the bottom button will have no effect.

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After entering the correct password, a display similar to the following will appear:
I
E

N I T
N A B L

Z
E

O N E
D

Zone Disabled/Enabled
This display allows the user to ENABLE or DISABLE Initiating zones. This display window shows that initiating ZONE #1 is
enabled. To toggle from ENABLED to DISABLED or visa versa, press the SELECT button.

SET

After selecting ENABLED or DISABLED, press the SET button to set and move to the
next zone.

SELECT

Press the SELECT button to toggle between ENABLED or DISABLED.

FUNCTION

To skip to the next function, press the bottom button.

After selecting all four zones or pressing the FUNCTION (bottom) button, the following will appear in the display window:
O U T P U T
E N A B L E

# 1
D

Output Enable/Disable
This display allows the user to ENABLE or DISABLE any of the output circuits.

SET

After selecting ENABLED or DISABLED, press the SET button to set and move to the next output.

SELECT

Press the SELECT button to toggle between ENABLED or DISABLED.

FUNCTION

To skip to the next function, press the bottom button.

After selecting all four outputs or pressing the FUNCTION (bottom) button, the following will appear in the display window:
Disabling any input or outputs will create a trouble condition on the panel.
Disabling a releasing circuit will create a supervisory condition.
S Y S T E M
N O R M A L

M O D E

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One Man Walktest
This display allows the user to select system mode NORMAL or ONE MAN WALKTEST by pressing the SELECT button to
toggle back and forth from NORMAL to ONE MAN WALKTEST. When the desired mode is displayed, press the SET button.
If ONE MAN WALKTEST is selected for test purposes, the display must be restored to the NORMAL setting after the test is
completed by toggling to it using the SELECT button.

After 30 minutes of no activity the panel
automatically reverts to normal.

SET

After selecting NORMAL or ONE MAN WALKTEST, press the SET button to set that mode.

SELECT

Press the SELECT button to toggle between NORMAL and CROSS ZONED.

FUNCTION

Press the bottom button to skip to the next function.

After selecting the operating mode or pressing the FUNCTION button a display similar to the following will appear in the display
window:
P

R O G R

A M

VFR-400 Standard Program Information
The VFR-400 has 12 standard programs which are detailed in the following pages. Selecting one of these programs will
automatically program every function of the panel except the custom banner and zone message functions.

Notes:
The release discharge time is continuous for all programs not employing the Firecycle feature. The default soak timer for the
Firecycle feature is continuous.
The following is an explanation of how the various programs operate and information about the types of
devices that are to be connected to the input and output zones. If none of the standard programs are acceptable for the installation
required, select the custom program #0 then press the SET button. This will allow the user to custom program the panel. Turn to
page 45 for custom program information.
Type
Description
Alarm Zones

Detection
Waterflow
Linear Heat
Manual Release
Firecycle

Smoke Detectors, Spot Type Heat Detectors
PS10 Pressure Switch
Cable Type Heat Detectors
Pull Stations
Viking normally closed heat detectors

Supervisory Zones

Supervisory
Low Air supervisory
High Air
Tamper
Low Air Alarm *

Valve Tamper, Low Air, High Air, Room Temperature
Low Air Switch
High Air Switch
Valve Tamper Switch
PS10, PS40

* Not available on Supervisory Zones Sup 1 or Sup 2

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Outputs

Alarm
Release
Supervisory
Trouble

24VDC Bells, Horns, Strobes, to indicate an alarm condition.
Solenoid Valve, Squib, Releasing Mechanism
24VDC Bells, Horns, Strobes, to indicate a supervisory condition.
24VDC Bells, Horns, Strobes, to indicate a trouble condition.

To program the VFR-400 to operate with one of the following 12 standard programs:
1) Press SELECT button to scroll to the program number (#1 thru #12) you desire.
2) Press SET button.
3) Turn to page 48 to program the banner message and to finish programming the panel.
SET

After selecting the proper program number, press the SET button to set the program and move to the next function.

SELECT

Press the SELECT button to scroll through the programs.

FUNCTION

Press the bottom button to skip to the next function.

After selecting the desired program number with the middle button, SET must be pressed to set the program.
When the Firecycle programs (6-9) are selected, only outputs #3 and #4 can be selected as releasing.
If the Firecycle feature is used, Firecycle heat detectors must be connected to Zone 1. Zone 1 follows the status of the Firecycle
detector. When the detector resets, a soak timer is initiated. The default soak timer is continuous. The soak timer is user
selectable to 30, 60, or 90 seconds or 2 - 20 minutes in 1 minute increments.

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PROGRAM #1
Viking Sprinkler
System Types

OUTPUTS
(Indicating Circuits)
#1 General Alarm
#2 Waterflow
#3 Release Solenoid
#4 Supervisory Bell

Inputs:
Outputs:
Operation:

For One Sprinkler System
2 Release Zones,
1. Single Interlocked Preaction System with Electric Release
Waterflow Zone,
2. Deluge System with Electric Release
& Manual Release
3. Non-Interlocked Preaction System with Electric Release
Zone
4. Double Interlocked Preaction System with Electric/Pneumatic Release
ZONES (Initiating Circuits)
SUP 1
SUP 2
#1
#2
#3
Low Air
Supervisory Zone

Valve Tamper
Supervisory Zone

Conventional
Detection Zone
X

Waterflow
Manual
Zone
Release Zone
X
X
X
X

OPERATION DESCRIPTION
2 Conventional Detection zones, 1 Waterflow zone, 1 Manual Release zone, 2 Supervisory zones
1 General Alarm, 1 Waterflow Alarm, 1 Solenoid Release, 1 Supervisory Bell
Activation of Conventional Detection zone #1 or #2 or Manual Release zone #4 will activate output #3
(Release Solenoid) and output #1 (General Alarm)
Activation of Waterflow zone #3 will activate output #2 (Waterflow) and output #1 (General Alarm)
Activation of Low Air Supervisory zone #1 or Valve Tamper Supervisory zone #2 will operate output #4
(Supervisory Bell).

NOTES:
1. Connect EOL Diode assembly IN SERIES as shown with Solenoid on output #3 (Release Solenoid). Black wire to positive
terminal on panel and Red wire through Solenoid to negative terminal on panel.
2. Polarity is shown on indicating circuits in normal (no alarm) condition. Polarity reverses when ouptut is activated.
3. Leave EOLR (provided) on all unnused circuits.
4. See the instruction manual for circuit information, panel limits, and battery sizing.
5. For wire routing instructions through the releasing panel, see Note 3 on page 56 of the instruction manual.
6. See instruction manual for proper programming.
7. See instruction manual for list of compatible smoke detectors.
8. See specific system type data page for proper pressure switch settings.

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LOW AIR
CONVENTIONAL WATER
PRESSURE
FLOW
DETECTION
SUPERVISORY VALVE
SWITCH
SWITCH
TAMPER CONVENTIONAL
09470
09472 SUPERVISORY DETECTION

MANUAL
RELEASE
STATION

EOLR

5.1K

ZONE 1

HOT - BLACK

ZONE 2

NEUTRAL - WHITE
120 OHM

EARTH GROUND - GREEN

24 VNR DC

RUN
PROGRAM

RS-485

AUX. POWER
24VR DC

ZONE 1

OUTPUT 1

ZONE 2

OUTPUT 2

ZONE 3

OUTPUT 3

ZONE 4

OUTPUT 4

AC POWER

SUPERVISORY 1

POWER TBL

SUPERVISORY 2

SYSTEM TBL

COMMON ALARM

SUP 1

ZONE 1

SUP 2

ZONE 2

ZONE 3

ZONE 4

V F R -400

PROGRAM
MODE

RUN
MODE
SCROLL-UP
BUZZER SILENCE

}

LAMP TEST

SUP TBL

ALARM SILENCE

GROUND
FAULT

STEADY: DISCHARGED
FLASHING: PREDISCHARGE

SET

SELECT

FUNCTION

SCROLL-DOWN
BUZZER SILENCE

SIGNAL SILENCE

SYSTEM RESET

VIEWING ANGLE

OUTPUT 1

OUTPUT 2

BLACK

OUTPUT 3

OUTPUT 4

TROUBLE
COM

ALARM
NC

COM

SUPV
NC

WTRFLW

COM NO COM

BAT+ BAT-

BLACK

RED

EOL
DIODE
ASSY

BLACK

RED

5.1K
EOLR

BLACK

RED

5.1K
EOLR

RELAY CONTACTS
DRY CONTACTS RATED AT 3A, 30VDC

GENERAL WATERFLOW RELEASE SUPERVISORY
ALARM
SOLENOID
BELL

1. Run field wiring and ensure connections are proper by metering wires. Resistance reading should be 5.1K ohms with end-ofline resistor (EOLR) at last device. The end-of-line resistor is located on the mother board. Remove as needed. Leave factory
installed EOLR on all unused circuits.
2. Connect one circuit at a time and apply AC power.
3. Connect batteries to the panel.
4. Once last connection is made, move Program switch down.
5. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PASSWORD = 000”.
6. To enter a password, press the SELECT button until the proper number is displayed above the ^ symbol, then press the SET button
to move to the next digit. After entering the third number the display will change. (All panels are shipped with a 000 password.)
7. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PROGRAM #1”.
8. Press the SELECT button until the display reads “PROGRAM #1”.
9. Press the SET button.
10. The panel is completely programmed except for the custom banner and zone messages. Move the program switch back up.

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PROGRAM #2
Viking Sprinkler
System Types

OUTPUTS
(Indicating Circuits)

For Two Sprinkler Systems Operating Independantly From Each Other
2 Split Release
1. Single Interlocked Preaction System with Electric Release
Zones and 2
2. Deluge System with Electric Release
Waterflow Zones
3. Non-Interlocked Preaction System with Electric Release
4. Double Interlocked Preaction System with Electric/Pneumatic Release
ZONES (Initiating Circuits)
SUP 1
SUP 2
#1
#2
#3
#4

Valve Tamper
Low Air
Conventional
Conventional Waterflow
Supervisory Zone Supervisory Zone Detection Zone Detection Zone Zone for
for System 2
System 1
for Systems 1 & 2 for Systems 1 & 2 for System 1
#1 General Alarm
X
X
X
#2 Release Solenoid #1
X
#3 Release Solenoid #2
X
#4 Waterflow
X

Inputs:
Outputs:
Operation:

Waterflow
Zone for
System 2
X

OPERATION DESCRIPTION
2 Conventional Detection zones, 2 Waterflow zones, 2 Supervisory zones
1 General Alarm, 1 Waterflow Alarm, 2 Solenoid Release
Activation of Conventional Detection zone #1 will activate output #2 (Release Solenoid #1) and
output #1 (General Alarm)
Activation of Waterflow zone #3 will activate output #2 (Waterflow) and output #1 (General Alarm)
Activation of Conventional Detection zone #2 will activate output #3 (Release Solenoid #2) and
output #1 (General Alarm)
Activation of Waterflow zone #3 or #4 will activate output #1 (General Alarm) and output #4
(Waterflow)
Activation of Valve Tamper Supervisory zone #1 or Low Air Supervisory zone #2 will operate
supervisory trouble relay.

NOTES:
1. Connect EOL Diode assembly IN SERIES as shown with Solenoid on output #2 (Release Solenoid) and output #3 (Release
Solenoid). Black wire to positive terminal on panel and Red wire through Solenoid to negative terminal on panel.
2. Polarity is shown on indicating circuits in normal (no alarm) condition. Polarity reverses when ouptut is activated.
3. Leave EOLR (provided) on all unnused circuits.
4. See the instruction manual for circuit information, panel limits, and battery sizing.
5. For wire routing instructions through the releasing panel, see Note 3 on page 56 of the instruction manual.
6. See instruction manual for proper programming.
7. See instruction manual for list of compatible smoke detectors.
8. See specific system type data page for proper pressure switch settings.

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LOW AIR
PRESSURE
WATER
VALVE SUPERVISORY
CONVENTIONAL
FLOW
TAMPER
SWITCH
DETECTION
SUPERVISORY SYSTEMS CONVENTIONAL SYSTEM 2 SWITCH
SYSTEM 1
SYSTEMS
1&2
DETECTION
09470
1&2
09472
SYSTEM 1

WATER
FLOW
SWITCH
SYSTEM 2
09470

EOLR

5.1K

ZONE 1

HOT - BLACK

ZONE 2

NEUTRAL - WHITE
120 OHM

EARTH GROUND - GREEN

24 VNR DC

RUN
PROGRAM

RS-485

AUX. POWER
24VR DC

ZONE 1

OUTPUT 1

ZONE 2

OUTPUT 2

ZONE 3

OUTPUT 3

ZONE 4

OUTPUT 4

AC POWER

SUPERVISORY 1

POWER TBL

SUPERVISORY 2

SYSTEM TBL

COMMON ALARM

SUP 1

ZONE 1

SUP 2

ZONE 2

ZONE 3

ZONE 4

V F R -400

PROGRAM
MODE

RUN
MODE
SCROLL-UP
BUZZER SILENCE

}

LAMP TEST

SUP TBL

ALARM SILENCE

GROUND
FAULT

STEADY: DISCHARGED
FLASHING: PREDISCHARGE

SET

SELECT

FUNCTION

SCROLL-DOWN
BUZZER SILENCE

SIGNAL SILENCE

SYSTEM RESET

VIEWING ANGLE

OUTPUT 1

OUTPUT 2

OUTPUT 3

OUTPUT 4

ALARM

TROUBLE
COM

COM

SUPV
NC

WTRFLW

COM NO COM

BAT+ BAT-

BLACK

RED

RELEASE
SOLENOID
SYSTEM 1

RED

EOL
DIODE
ASSY

BLACK

RED

GENERAL
ALARM

BLACK

RED

BLACK

5.1K
EOLR

EOL
DIODE
ASSY

RELAY CONTACTS
DRY CONTACTS RATED AT 3A, 30VDC

RELEASE WATERFLOW
SOLENOID
SYSTEM 2

DWG#14165VKG PRGM2

1. Run field wiring and ensure connections are proper by metering wires. Resistance reading should be 5.1K ohms with end-ofline resistor (EOLR) at last device. The end-of-line resistor is located on the mother board. Remove as needed. Leave factory
installed EOLR on all unused circuits.
2. Connect one circuit at a time and apply AC power.
3. Connect batteries to the panel.
4. Once last connection is made, move Program switch down.
5. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PASSWORD = 000”.
6. To enter a password, press the SELECT button until the proper number is displayed above the ^ symbol, then press the SET button
to move to the next digit. After entering the third number the display will change. (All panels are shipped with a 000 password.)
7. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PROGRAM #2”.
8. Press the SELECT button until the display reads “PROGRAM #2”.
9. Press the SET button.
10. The panel is completely programmed except for the custom banner and zone messages. Move the program switch back up.

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PROGRAM #3
Viking Sprinkler
System Types

OUTPUTS
(Indicating Circuits)
#1 General Alarm
#2 Waterflow
#3 Release Solenoid
#4 Supervisory Bell

Inputs:
Outputs:
Operation:

2 Cross Release
zones, Waterflow
zone, and Manual
Release zone
SUP 1
Low Air
Supervisory Zone

For One Sprinkler System
1. Double Interlocked Preaction System with Electric/Pneu-Lectric Release

SUP 2

ZONES (Initiating Circuits)
#1
#2

Valve Tamper
Conventional
Supervisory Zone Detection Zone
X

Low Air
Alarm Zone

Waterflow
Zone

Manual
Release Zone
X

X
XX
X

XX
X

OPERATION DESCRIPTION
1 Conventional Detection zone cross zoned with 1 Low Air Alarm zone, 1 Waterflow zone, 1 Manual
Release zone, 2 Supervisory zones
1 General Alarm, 1 Waterflow, 1 Release Solenoid, 1 Supervisory Bell
Simultaneous activation of both the Conventional Detection zone #1 and the Low Air Alarm zone #2
will activate output #3 (Release solenoid) and output #1 (General alarm)
Activation of Conventional Detection zone #1 will activate output #1 (General Alarm)
Activation of Low Air Alarm zone #2 will activate output #4 (Supervisory Bell)
Activation of Waterflow zone #3 will activate output #2 (Waterflow)
Activation of Manual Release zone #4 will activate output #3 (Release Solenoid) and output #1
(General Alarm)
Activation of Low Air Supervisory zone #1 or Valve Tamper Supervisory zone #2 will operate output
#4 (Supervisory Bell)
XX = Cross zoned

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LOW AIR
LOW AIR
PRESSURE
PRESSURE
ALARM
SUPERVISORY VALVE
SWITCH
TAMPER CONVENTIONAL SWITCH
09473
09473 SUPERVISORY DETECTION

WATER
FLOW
SWITCH
09470

MANUAL
RELEASE
STATION

EOLR

5.1K

ZONE 1

HOT - BLACK
NEUTRAL - WHITE
120 OHM

EARTH GROUND - GREEN

RS-485

24 VNR DC

RUN
PROGRAM

AUX. POWER
24VR DC

ZONE 1

OUTPUT 1

ZONE 2

OUTPUT 2

ZONE 3

OUTPUT 3

ZONE 4

OUTPUT 4

SUP 1

ZONE 1

SUP 2

ZONE 2

ZONE 3

ZONE 4

V F R -400

PROGRAM
MODE

AC POWER

SUPERVISORY 1

POWER TBL

SUPERVISORY 2

SYSTEM TBL

COMMON ALARM

SUP TBL

ALARM SILENCE

GROUND
FAULT

STEADY: DISCHARGED
FLASHING: PREDISCHARGE

RUN
MODE
SCROLL-UP
BUZZER SILENCE

}

LAMP TEST

SET

SELECT

FUNCTION

SCROLL-DOWN
BUZZER SILENCE

SIGNAL SILENCE

SYSTEM RESET

VIEWING ANGLE

OUTPUT 1

OUTPUT 2

BLACK

OUTPUT 3

OUTPUT 4

TROUBLE
COM

SUPV

ALARM
NC

COM

WTRFLW

COM NO COM

BAT+ BAT-

BLACK

RED

EOL
DIODE
ASSY

BLACK

RED

5.1K
EOLR

BLACK

RED

5.1K
EOLR

GENERAL WATERFLOW RELEASE SUPERVISORY
ALARM
BELL
SOLENOID

RELAY CONTACTS
DRY CONTACTS RATED AT 3A, 30VDC

DWG# 14166 VKG PRGM3

1. Run field wiring and ensure connections are proper by metering wires. Resistance reading should be 5.1K ohms with end-ofline resistor (EOLR) at last device. The end-of-line resistor is located on the mother board. Remove as needed. Leave factory
installed EOLR on all unused circuits.
2. Connect one circuit at a time and apply AC power.
3. Connect batteries to the panel.
4. Once last connection is made, move Program switch down.
5. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PASSWORD = 000”.
6. To enter a password, press the SELECT button until the proper number is displayed above the ^ symbol, then press the SET button
to move to the next digit. After entering the third number the display will change. (All panels are shipped with a 000 password.)
7. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PROGRAM #3”.
8. Press the SELECT button until the display reads “PROGRAM #3”.
9. Press the SET button.
10. The panel is completely programmed except for the custom banner and zone messages. Move the program switch back up.

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PROGRAM #4
Viking Sprinkler
System Types

OUTPUTS
(Indicating Circuits)

For Two Sprinkler Systems - Operating Simultaneously
2 Dual Release
1. Single Interlocked Preaction System with Electric Release
Zones, Waterflow 2. Deluge System with Electric Release
Zone, and Dual
3. Non-Interlocked Preaction System with Electric Release
Manual Release
4. Double Interlocked Preaction System with Electric/Pneumatic Release
ZONES (Initiating Circuits)
SUP 1
SUP 2
#1
#2
#3
#4

Manual
Valve Tamper
Low Air
Conventional
Conventional Waterflow
Zone
Release Zone
Supervisory Zone Supervisory Zone Detection Zone Detection Zone
for System 2
for Systems 1 & 2 for Systems 1 & 2 for System 1
#1 General Alarm
X
X
X
X
#2 Release Solenoid #1
X
X
X
#3 Release Solenoid #2
X
X
X
#4 Waterflow
X

Inputs:
Outputs:
Operation:

OPERATION DESCRIPTION
2 Conventional Detection zones, 1 Waterflow zone, 1 Manual Release zone, 2 Supervisory zones
1 General Alarm, 1 Waterflow, 2 Release Solenoids
Activation of Conventional Detection zone #1 or #2 or Manual Release zone will activate output #2
(Release Solenoid #1) and output #3 (Release Solenoid #2) and output #1 (General Alarm)
Activation of Waterflow zone #3 will activate output #4 (Waterflow)
Activation of Valve Tamper Supervisory zone #1 or Low Air Supervisory zone #2 will operate
supervisory trouble relay

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LOW AIR

VALVE
PRESSURE
CONVENTIONAL
TAMPER SUPERVISORY
WATER
DETECTION
FLOW
SUPERVISORY SWITCH CONVENTIONAL
SYSTEM 2
SWITCH
SYSTEMS
DETECTION
09472
09470
1&2
SYSTEMS 1&2 SYSTEM 1

MANUAL
RELEASE
STATION

EOLR

5.1K

ZONE 1

HOT - BLACK

ZONE 2

NEUTRAL - WHITE
120 OHM

EARTH GROUND - GREEN

24 VNR DC

RUN
PROGRAM

RS-485

AUX. POWER
24VR DC

ZONE 1

OUTPUT 1

ZONE 2

OUTPUT 2

ZONE 3

OUTPUT 3

ZONE 4

OUTPUT 4

SUP 1

ZONE 1

SUP 2

ZONE 2

ZONE 3

ZONE 4

V F R -400

PROGRAM
MODE

AC POWER

SUPERVISORY 1

POWER TBL

SUPERVISORY 2

SYSTEM TBL

COMMON ALARM

SUP TBL

ALARM SILENCE

GROUND
FAULT

STEADY: DISCHARGED
FLASHING: PREDISCHARGE

RUN
MODE
SCROLL-UP
BUZZER SILENCE

}

LAMP TEST

SET

SELECT

FUNCTION

SCROLL-DOWN
BUZZER SILENCE

SIGNAL SILENCE

SYSTEM RESET

VIEWING ANGLE

OUTPUT 1

OUTPUT 2

OUTPUT 3

OUTPUT 4

TROUBLE
COM

SUPV

ALARM
NC

COM

WTRFLW

COM NO COM

BAT+ BAT-

BLACK

RED

RELEASE
SOLENOID
SYSTEM 1

EOL
DIODE
ASSY

BLACK

GENERAL
ALARM

RED

EOL
DIODE
ASSY

BLACK

RED

BLACK

5.1K
EOLR

RELEASE WATERFLOW
SOLENOID
SYSTEM 2

RELAY CONTACTS
DRY CONTACTS RATED AT 3A, 30VDC

DWG# 14167 VKG PRGM4

1. Run field wiring and ensure connections are proper by metering wires. Resistance reading should be 5.1K ohms with end-ofline resistor (EOLR) at last device. The end-of-line resistor is located on the mother board. Remove as needed. Leave factory
installed EOLR on all unused circuits.
2. Connect one circuit at a time and apply AC power.
3. Connect batteries to the panel.
4. Once last connection is made, move Program switch down.
5. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PASSWORD = 000”.
6. To enter a password, press the SELECT button until the proper number is displayed above the ^ symbol, then press the SET button
to move to the next digit. After entering the third number the display will change. (All panels are shipped with a 000 password.)
7. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PROGRAM #4”.
8. Press the SELECT button until the display reads “PROGRAM #4”.
9. Press the SET button.
10. The panel is completely programmed except for the custom banner and zone messages. Move the program switch back up.

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PROGRAM #5
Viking Sprinkler
System Types

OUTPUTS
(Indicating Circuits)

For One Sprinkler System- NYC Special
Release Zone and 1. Single Interlocked Preaction System with Electric Release
Manual Release 2. Deluge System with Electric Release
Zone
3. Non-Interlocked Preaction with Electric Release
4. Double Interlocked Preaction System with Electric/Pneumatic Release
ZONES (Initiating Circuits)
SUP 1
SUP 2
#1
#2
#3
#4
Valve Tamper
Supervisory Zone

#1 General Alarm
#2 Supervisory Bell
#3 Release Solenoid
#4 Trouble Bell

Inputs:
Outputs:
Operation:

Low Air
Conventional Low Air Alarm Waterflow
Manual
Supervisory Zone Detection Zone
Zone
Zone
Release Zone
X
X
X
X

X
X

OPERATION DESCRIPTION
1 Conventional Detection zone, 1 Waterflow zone, 1 Low Air Alarm zone, 1 Manual Release zone, 2
Superviosry zones
1 General Alarm, 1 Trouble Bell, 1 Release Solenoid, 1 Supervisory Bell
Activation of Conventional Detection zone #1 or Manual Release zone #4 will activate output #3
(Release Solenoid) and output #1 (General Alarm)
Activation of Waterflow zone #3 will activate output #1 (General Alarm)
Activation of Low Air Alarm zone or Low Air Supervisory zone or Valve Tamper Supervisory zone
will activate output #2 (Supervisory Bell)
A trouble condition, (low battery, wire short in outputs, loss AC, panel problem) will activate output
#4 (Trouble Bell) and trouble relay

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LOW AIR
LOW AIR
PRESSURE
PRESSURE
ALARM
VALVE SUPERVISORY
SWITCH CONVENTIONAL SWITCH
TAMPER
09473
DETECTION
09473
SUPERVISORY

WATER
FLOW
SWITCH
09470

MANUAL
RELEASE
STATION

EOLR

5.1K

ZONE 1

HOT - BLACK
NEUTRAL - WHITE
120 OHM

EARTH GROUND - GREEN

24 VNR DC

RUN
PROGRAM

AUX. POWER
24VR DC

RS-485

ZONE 1

OUTPUT 1

ZONE 2

OUTPUT 2

ZONE 3

OUTPUT 3

ZONE 4

OUTPUT 4

AC POWER

SUPERVISORY 1

POWER TBL

SUPERVISORY 2

SYSTEM TBL

COMMON ALARM

SUP 1

ZONE 1

SUP 2

ZONE 2

ZONE 3

ZONE 4

V F R -400

PROGRAM
MODE

RUN
MODE

}

SCROLL-UP
BUZZER SILENCE

LAMP TEST

SUP TBL

ALARM SILENCE

GROUND
FAULT

STEADY: DISCHARGED
FLASHING: PREDISCHARGE

SET

SELECT

FUNCTION

SCROLL-DOWN
BUZZER SILENCE

SIGNAL SILENCE

SYSTEM RESET

VIEWING ANGLE

OUTPUT 1

OUTPUT 2

BLACK

OUTPUT 3

OUTPUT 4

TROUBLE
COM

SUPV

ALARM
NC

COM

WTRFLW

COM NO COM

BAT+ BAT-

BLACK

RED

GENERAL SUPERVISORY RELEASE
ALARM
SOLENOID
BELL

RED

EOL
DIODE
ASSY

BLACK

RED

5.1K
EOLR

BLACK

RED

5.1K
EOLR

5.1K
EOLR
TROUBLE
BELL

RELAY CONTACTS
DRY CONTACTS RATED AT 3A, 30VDC

DWG# 14168 VKG PRGM5

1. Run field wiring and ensure connections are proper by metering wires. Resistance reading should be 5.1K ohms with end-ofline resistor (EOLR) at last device. The end-of-line resistor is located on the mother board. Remove as needed. Leave factory
installed EOLR on all unused circuits.
2. Connect one circuit at a time and apply AC power.
3. Connect batteries to the panel.
4. Once last connection is made, move Program switch down.
5. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PASSWORD = 000”.
6. To enter a password, press the SELECT button until the proper number is displayed above the ^ symbol, then press the SET button
to move to the next digit. After entering the third number the display will change. (All panels are shipped with a 000 password.)
7. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PROGRAM #5”.
8. Press the SELECT button until the display reads “PROGRAM #5”.
9. Press the SET button.
10. The panel is completely programmed except for the custom banner and zone messages. Move the program switch back up.

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PROGRAM #6
Viking Sprinkler
System Types

Release Zone and
Manual Release

OUTPUTS
(Indicating Circuits)

SUP 1

For One Sprinkler System
1. FIRECYCLE III Single Interlocked Preaction Multicycle System
2. FIRECYCLE III Single Interlocked Preaction Multicycle System - NYC Special
ZONES (Initiating Circuits)
SUP 2
#1
#2
#3
#4

Low Air
Valve Tamper
Supervisory Zone Supervisory Zone

#1 General Alarm
#2 Supervisory Bell
#3 Release Solenoid
#4 N/O Solenoid

Inputs:
Outputs:
Operation:

FIRECYCLE
Detector Zone
X

Low Air
Alarm Zone

Waterflow
Zone
X

Manual
Release Zone
X

X
X
X

X
X

OPERATION DESCRIPTION
FIRECYCLE Detector zone, Low Air Alarm zone, 1 Waterflow zone, Manual Release zone, 2
Supervisory zones
1 General Alarm, 1 Supervisory Alarm, 1 Release Solenoid, and 1 N/O Solenoid
Activation of FIRECYCLE Detector zone #1 will activate output #1 (General Alarm), output #3 (Release
Solenoid), and output #4 (N/O Solenoid)
Activation of Low Air Alarm zone #2 will activate output #2 (Supervisory Bell) and output #4 (N/O
Solenoid)
Activation of Waterflow zone #3 will activate output #1 (General Alarm) and output #4 (N/O Solenoid)
Activation of Manual Release zone #4 will activate output #1 (General Alarm) and output #3 (Release
Solenoid)
Deactivation of FIRECYCLE Detector zone #1 will start soak timer, when timer cycle is complete
output #3 (Release Solenoid) is deactivated
Activation of Low Air Supervisory Zone #1 or Valve Tamper Supervisory zone #2 will activate output #2
(Supervisory Bell)

NOTES:
1. Connect EOL Diode assembly IN SERIES as shown with Solenoid on output #3 (Release Solenoid) and output #4 (N/O
Solenoid). Black wire to positive terminal on panel and Red wire through Solenoid to negative terminal on panel.
2. Polarity is shown on indicating circuits in normal (no alarm) condition. Polarity reverses when ouptut is activated.
3. Leave EOLR (provided) on all unnused circuits.
4. See the instruction manual for circuit information, panel limits, and battery sizing.
5. For wire routing instructions through the releasing panel, see Note 3 on page 56 of the instruction manual.
6. See instruction manual for proper programming.
7. See specific system type data page for proper pressure switch settings.
8. Connect EOL resistor after last FIRECYCLE detector on return line to common terminal in FIRECYCLE Detector zone #1.
9. Set the soak timer to desired duration period. Factory setting is continuous. Recommend 60 seconds minimum.
10. Loss of DC power below 20 volt causes output #3 (Release Solenoid) and output #4 (N/O Solenoid) to drop out.
11. Use only Viking FIRECYCLE detectors on FIRECYCLE Detector zone #1.

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LOW AIR
PRESSURE
ALARM
SWITCH
09473

LOW AIR
PRESSURE
SUPERVISORY VALVE
SWITCH
FIRECYCLE
TAMPER
09473 SUPERVISORY DETECTORS

WATER
FLOW
SWITCH
09470

MANUAL
RELEASE
STATION

EOLR

5.1K

SUP 1

SUP 2

ZONE 1

ZONE 2

ZONE 3

ZONE 4

HOT - BLACK
NEUTRAL - WHITE
120 OHM

EARTH GROUND - GREEN

RS-485

24 VNR DC

RUN
PROGRAM

AUX. POWER
24VR DC

ZONE 1

OUTPUT 1

ZONE 2

OUTPUT 2

ZONE 3

OUTPUT 3

ZONE 4

OUTPUT 4

AC POWER

SUPERVISORY 1

POWER TBL

SUPERVISORY 2

SYSTEM TBL

COMMON ALARM

V F R -400

PROGRAM
MODE

RUN
MODE

}

SCROLL-UP
BUZZER SILENCE

LAMP TEST

SUP TBL

ALARM SILENCE

GROUND
FAULT

STEADY: DISCHARGED
FLASHING: PREDISCHARGE

SET

SELECT

FUNCTION

SCROLL-DOWN
BUZZER SILENCE

SIGNAL SILENCE

SYSTEM RESET

VIEWING ANGLE

OUTPUT 1

OUTPUT 2

BLACK

OUTPUT 3

OUTPUT 4

ALARM

TROUBLE
COM

COM

WTRFLW

SUPV
NC

COM NO COM

BAT+ BAT-

RED

BLACK

GENERAL SUPERVISORY RELEASE
ALARM
SOLENOID
BELL

RED

EOL
DIODE
ASSY

BLACK

RED

5.1K
EOLR

BLACK

RED

5.1K
EOLR

EOL
DIODE
ASSY

RELAY CONTACTS
DRY CONTACTS RATED AT 3A, 30VDC

N/O
SOLENOID

DWG# 14169 VKG PRGM6

1. Run field wiring and ensure connections are proper by metering wires. Resistance reading should be 5.1K ohms with end-ofline resistor (EOLR) at last device. The end-of-line resistor is located on the mother board. Remove as needed. Leave factory
installed EOLR on all unused circuits.
2. Connect one circuit at a time and apply AC power.
3. Connect batteries to the panel.
4. Once last connection is made, move Program switch down.
5. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PASSWORD = 000”.
6. To enter a password, press the SELECT button until the proper number is displayed above the ^ symbol, then press the SET button
to move to the next digit. After entering the third number the display will change. (All panels are shipped with a 000 password.)
7. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PROGRAM #6”.
8. Press the SELECT button until the display reads “PROGRAM #6”.
9. Press the SET button.
10. The panel is completely programmed except for the custom banner and zone messages. Move the program switch back up.

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PROGRAM #7
Viking Sprinkler
System Types

OUTPUTS
(Indicating Circuits)

2 Cross Release
Zones and
Manual Release
Zone
SUP 1

For One Sprinkler System
1. FIRECYCLE III Double Interlocked Preaction Multicycle System
2. FIRECYCLE III Double Interlocked Preaction Multicycle System - NYC Special

SUP 2

Low Air
Valve Tamper
Supervisory Zone Supervisory Zone

#1 General Alarm
#2 Supervisory Bell
#3 Release Solenoid
#4 N/O Solenoid

Inputs:
Outputs:
Operation:

ZONES (Initiating Circuits)
#1
#2
FIRECYCLE
Detector Zone
X

X
XX

Low Air
Alarm Zone
X
XX
X

Waterflow
Zone
X

Manual
Release Zone
X
X

OPERATION DESCRIPTION
1 FIRECYCLE Detector zone, 1 Low Air Alarm zone, 1 Waterflow zone, 1 Manual Release zone, 2
Supervisory zones
1 General Alarm, 1 Supervisory Bell, 1 Release Solenoid, and 1 N/O Solenoid
Simultaneous activation of both the FIRECYCLE Detector zone #1 and the Low Air alarm zone #2 will
activate output #1 (General Alarm) and output #3 (Release Solenoid)
Activation of FIRECYCLE Detector zone #1 will activate output #1 (General Alarm)
Activation of Low Air Alarm zone #2 alone will activate output #2 (Supervisory Bell) and output #4
(N/O Solenoid)
Activation of Waterflow zone #3 will activate output #1 (General Alarm) and output #4 (N/O solenoid)
Activation of Manual Release zone #4 will activate output #1 (General Alarm) and output #3 (Release
Solenoid)
Deactivation of FIRECYCLE Detector zone #1 will start soak timer, when timer cycle is complete the
output #3 (Release Solenoid) is deactivated.
Activation of Low Air Supervisory zone #1 or Valve Tamper Supervisory zone #2 will activate output #2
(Supervisory Bell)
XX = Cross-Zoned

NOTES:
1. Connect EOL Diode assembly IN SERIES as shown with Solenoid on output #3 (Release Solenoid) and output #4 (N/O
Solenoid). Black wire to positive terminal on panel and Red wire through Solenoid to negative terminal on panel.
2. Polarity is shown on indicating circuits in normal (no alarm) condition. Polarity reverses when ouptut is activated.
3. Leave EOLR (provided) on all unnused circuits.
4. See the instruction manual for circuit information, panel limits, and battery sizing.
5. For wire routing instructions through the releasing panel, see Note 3 on page 56 of the instruction manual.
6. See instruction manual for proper programming.
7. See specific system type data page for proper pressure switch settings.
8. Connect EOL resistor after last FIRECYCLE detector on return line to common terminal in FIRECYCLE Detector zone #1.
9. Set the soak timer to desired duration period. Factory setting is continuous. Recommend 60 seconds minimum.
10. Loss of DC power below 20 volt causes output #3 (Release Solenoid) to drop out.
11. Use only Viking FIRECYCLE detectors on FIRECYCLE Detector zone #1.

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LOW AIR
PRESSURE
ALARM
SWITCH
09473

LOW AIR
PRESSURE
SUPERVISORY VALVE
SWITCH
FIRECYCLE
TAMPER
09473 SUPERVISORY DETECTORS

WATER
FLOW
SWITCH
09470

MANUAL
RELEASE
STATION

EOLR

5.1K

SUP 1

SUP 2

ZONE 1

ZONE 2

ZONE 3

ZONE 4

HOT - BLACK
NEUTRAL - WHITE
120 OHM

EARTH GROUND - GREEN

24 VNR DC

RUN
PROGRAM

RS-485

AUX. POWER
24VR DC

ZONE 1

OUTPUT 1

ZONE 2

OUTPUT 2

ZONE 3

OUTPUT 3

ZONE 4

OUTPUT 4

V F R -400

PROGRAM
MODE

AC POWER

SUPERVISORY 1

POWER TBL

SUPERVISORY 2

SYSTEM TBL

COMMON ALARM

SUP TBL

ALARM SILENCE

GROUND
FAULT

STEADY: DISCHARGED
FLASHING: PREDISCHARGE

RUN
MODE
SCROLL-UP
BUZZER SILENCE

}

LAMP TEST

SET

SELECT

FUNCTION

SCROLL-DOWN
BUZZER SILENCE

SIGNAL SILENCE

SYSTEM RESET

VIEWING ANGLE

OUTPUT 1

OUTPUT 2

BLACK

OUTPUT 3

OUTPUT 4

TROUBLE
COM

SUPV

ALARM
NC

COM

WTRFLW

COM NO COM

BAT+ BAT-

BLACK

RED

GENERAL SUPERVISORY RELEASE
ALARM
SOLENOID
BELL

RED

EOL
DIODE
ASSY

BLACK

RED

5.1K
EOLR

BLACK

RED

5.1K
EOLR

EOL
DIODE
ASSY
N/O
SOLENOID

RELAY CONTACTS
DRY CONTACTS RATED AT 3A, 30VDC

DWG# 14171 VKG PRGM7

1. Run field wiring and ensure connections are proper by metering wires. Resistance reading should be 5.1K ohms with end-ofline resistor (EOLR) at last device. The end-of-line resistor is located on the mother board. Remove as needed. Leave factory
installed EOLR on all unused circuits.
2. Connect one circuit at a time and apply AC power.
3. Connect batteries to the panel.
4. Once last connection is made, move Program switch down.
5. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PASSWORD = 000”.
6. To enter a password, press the SELECT button until the proper number is displayed above the ^ symbol, then press the SET button
to move to the next digit. After entering the third number the display will change. (All panels are shipped with a 000 password.)
7. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PROGRAM #7”.
8. Press the SELECT button until the display reads “PROGRAM #7”.
9. Press the SET button.
10. The panel is completely programmed except for the custom banner and zone messages. Move the program switch back up.

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PROGRAM #8
Viking Sprinkler
System Types

1 Release Zone
and Manual
Release

SUP 1
OUTPUTS
(Indicating Circuits) Supervisory Zone

For One Sprinkler System
1. FIRECYCLE III Deluge Multicycle System

SUP 2
Valve Tamper
Supervisory Zone

#1 General Alarm
#2 Supervisory Bell
#3 Release Solenoid
#4 N/O Solenoid

Inputs:
Outputs:
Operation:

ZONES (Initiating Circuits)
#1
#2
FIRECYCLE
Detector Zone
X

Supervisory
Zone

Waterflow
Zone
X

Manual
Release Zone
X

X
X
X

X
X

OPERATION DESCRIPTION
1 FIRECYCLE Detection zone, 1 Supervisory zone, 1 Waterflow zone, 1 Manual Release zone, 2
Supervisory zones
1 General Alarm, 1 Supervisory Bell, 1 Release Solenoid, and 1 N/O Solenoid
Activation of FIRECYCLE Detector zone #1 will activate output #1 (General Alarm), output #3 (Release
Solenoid) and output #4 (N/O Solenoid)
Activation of Supervisory zone #2 will activate output #2 (Supervisory Bell)
Activation of Waterflow Alarm zone #3 will activate output #1 (General Alarm) and output #4 (N/O
Solenoid)
Activation of Manual Release zone #4 will activate output #1 (General Alarm) and output #3 (Release
Solenoid)
Deactivation of FIRECYCLE Detector zone #1 will start soak timer, when timer cycle is complete the
output #3 (Release Solenoid) is deactivated.
Activation of Supervisory zone #1 or Valve Tamper Supervisory Zone #2 will activate output #2
(Supervisory Bell)

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VALVE
FIRECYCLE
TAMPER
SUPERVISORY DETECTORS
SUPERVISORY
SUPERVISORY

WATER
FLOW
SWITCH
09470

MANUAL
RELEASE
STATION

EOLR

5.1K

SUP 1

SUP 2

ZONE 1

ZONE 2

ZONE 3

ZONE 4

HOT - BLACK
NEUTRAL - WHITE
120 OHM

EARTH GROUND - GREEN

RS-485

24 VNR DC

ZONE 1

OUTPUT 1

ZONE 2

OUTPUT 2

ZONE 3

OUTPUT 3

PROGRAM

V F R -400

PROGRAM
MODE

OUTPUT 4

ZONE 4

RUN

AUX. POWER
24VR DC

AC POWER

SUPERVISORY 1

POWER TBL

SUPERVISORY 2

SYSTEM TBL

COMMON ALARM

SUP TBL

ALARM SILENCE

GROUND
FAULT

STEADY: DISCHARGED
FLASHING: PREDISCHARGE

RUN
MODE

}

SCROLL-UP
BUZZER SILENCE

LAMP TEST

SET

SELECT

FUNCTION

SCROLL-DOWN
BUZZER SILENCE

SIGNAL SILENCE

SYSTEM RESET

VIEWING ANGLE

OUTPUT 1

OUTPUT 2

BLACK

OUTPUT 3

OUTPUT 4

ALARM

TROUBLE
COM

COM

WTRFLW

SUPV
NC

COM NO COM

BAT+ BAT-

BLACK

RED

GENERAL SUPERVISORY RELEASE
ALARM
SOLENOID
BELL

RED

EOL
DIODE
ASSY

BLACK

RED

5.1K
EOLR

BLACK

RED

5.1K
EOLR

EOL
DIODE
ASSY

RELAY CONTACTS
DRY CONTACTS RATED AT 3A, 30VDC

N/O
SOLENOID

DWG# 14171 VKG PRGM8

1. Run field wiring and ensure connections are proper by metering wires. Resistance reading should be 5.1K ohms with end-ofline resistor (EOLR) at last device. The end-of-line resistor is located on the mother board. Remove as needed. Leave factory
installed EOLR on all unused circuits.
2. Connect one circuit at a time and apply AC power.
3. Connect batteries to the panel.
4. Once last connection is made, move Program switch down.
5. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PASSWORD = 000”.
6. To enter a password, press the SELECT button until the proper number is displayed above the ^ symbol, then press the SET button
to move to the next digit. After entering the third number the display will change. (All panels are shipped with a 000 password.)
7. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PROGRAM #8”.
8. Press the SELECT button until the display reads “PROGRAM #8”.
9. Press the SET button.
10. The panel is completely programmed except for the custom banner and zone messages. Move the program switch back up.

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PROGRAM #9
Viking Sprinkler
System Types

1 Release Zone
and Manual
Release Zone
SUP 1

OUTPUTS
(Indicating Circuits) Supervisory Zone

For One Sprinkler System
1. FIRECYCLE III Wet Multicycle System

SUP 2
Valve Tamper
Supervisory Zone

#1 General Alarm
#2 Supervisory Bell
#3 Release Solenoid
#4 N/O Solenoid

Inputs:
Outputs:
Operation:

ZONES (Initiating Circuits)
#1
#2
FIRECYCLE
Detector Zone
X

Supervisory
Zone

Waterflow
Zone
X

Manual
Release Zone
X

X
X
X

X
X

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VALVE
TAMPER CONVENTIONAL
SUPERVISORY DETECTION
SUPERVISORY
SUPERVISORY

WATER
FLOW
SWITCH
09470

MANUAL
RELEASE
STATION

EOLR

5.1K

SUP 1

SUP 2

ZONE 1

ZONE 2

ZONE 3

ZONE 4

HOT - BLACK
NEUTRAL - WHITE
120 OHM

EARTH GROUND - GREEN

RS-485

24 VNR DC

RUN
PROGRAM

AUX. POWER
24VR DC

ZONE 1

OUTPUT 1

ZONE 2

OUTPUT 2

ZONE 3

OUTPUT 3

ZONE 4

OUTPUT 4

AC POWER

SUPERVISORY 1

POWER TBL

SUPERVISORY 2

SYSTEM TBL

COMMON ALARM

V F R -400

PROGRAM
MODE

RUN
MODE
SCROLL-UP
BUZZER SILENCE

}

LAMP TEST

SUP TBL

ALARM SILENCE

GROUND
FAULT

STEADY: DISCHARGED
FLASHING: PREDISCHARGE

SET

SELECT

FUNCTION

SCROLL-DOWN
BUZZER SILENCE

SIGNAL SILENCE

SYSTEM RESET

VIEWING ANGLE

OUTPUT 1

OUTPUT 2

BLACK

OUTPUT 3

OUTPUT 4

ALARM

TROUBLE
COM

COM

SUPV
NC

WTRFLW

COM NO COM

BAT+ BAT-

BLACK

RED

GENERAL SUPERVISORY RELEASE
ALARM
SOLENOID
BELL

RED

EOL
DIODE
ASSY

BLACK

RED

5.1K
EOLR

BLACK

RED

5.1K
EOLR

EOL
DIODE
ASSY
N/O
SOLENOID

RELAY CONTACTS
DRY CONTACTS RATED AT 3A, 30VDC

DWG# 14172 VKG PRGM9

1. Run field wiring and ensure connections are proper by metering wires. Resistance reading should be 5.1K ohms with end-ofline resistor (EOLR) at last device. The end-of-line resistor is located on the mother board. Remove as needed. Leave factory
installed EOLR on all unused circuits.
2. Connect one circuit at a time and apply AC power.
3. Connect batteries to the panel.
4. Once last connection is made, move Program switch down.
5. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PASSWORD = 000”.
6. To enter a password, press the SELECT button until the proper number is displayed above the ^ symbol, then press the SET button
to move to the next digit. After entering the third number the display will change. (All panels are shipped with a 000 password.)
7. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PROGRAM #9”.
8. Press the SELECT button until the display reads “PROGRAM #9”.
9. Press the SET button.
10. The panel is completely programmed except for the custom banner and zone messages. Move the program switch back up.

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PROGRAM #10
Viking Sprinkler
System Types

OUTPUTS
(Indicating Circuits)

For One Sprinkler System- NYC Special
Release Zone and 1. SUREFIRE Single Interlocked Preaction System
Manual Release 2. SUREFIRE Single Interlocked Preaction System - NYC Special
Zone
3. SUREFIRE Single Interlocked Preprimed Preaction System
4. SUREFIRE Single Interlocked Preprimed Preaction System - NYC Special
ZONES (Initiating Circuits)
SUP 1
SUP 2
#1
#2
#3
#4
Valve Tamper
Supervisory Zone

#1 General Alarm
#2 Supervisory Bell
#3 Release Solenoid
#4 Trouble Bell

Inputs:
Outputs:
Operation:

Low Air
Conventional Low Air Alarm Waterflow
Manual
Supervisory Zone Detection Zone
Zone
Zone
Release Zone
X
X
X
X

X
X

OPERATION DESCRIPTION
1 Conventional Detection zone, 1 Waterflow zone, 1 Low Air Alarm zone, 1 Manual Release zone, 2
Superviosry zones
1 General Alarm, 1 Trouble Bell, 1 Release Solenoid, 1 Supervisory Bell
Activation of Conventional Detection zone #1 will activate output #3 (Release Solenoid) and output
#1 (General Alarm)
Activation of Low Air Alarm zone #2 will activate output #2 (Supervisory Bell) and output #4 (N/O Solenoid)
Activation of Waterflow zone #3 will activate output #1 (General Alarm)
Activation of Manual Release zone #4 will activate output #3 (Release Solenoid) and output #1
(General Alarm)
Activation of Valve Tamper Supervisory zone #1 or Low Air Supervisory zone #2 will activate
output#2 (Supervisory Bell)
A trouble condition will prevent output #4 (N/O Solenoid) from activating

NOTES:
1. Connect EOL Diode assembly IN SERIES as shown with Solenoid on output #3 (Release Solenoid) and output #4 (Release
Solenoid). Black wire to positive terminal on panel and Red wire through Solenoid to negative terminal on panel.
2. Polarity is shown on indicating circuits in normal (no alarm) condition. Polarity reverses when ouptut is activated.
3. Leave EOLR (provided) on all unnused circuits.
4. See the instruction manual for circuit information, panel limits, and battery sizing.
5. For wire routing instructions through the releasing panel, see Note 3 on page 56 of the instruction manual.
6. See instruction manual for proper programming.
7. See instruction manual for list of compatible smoke detectors.
8. See specific system type data page for proper pressure switch settings.
9. Loss of DC power below 20 volt causes output #3 (Release Solenoid) and output #4 (N/O Solenoid) to drop out.

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LOW AIR
LOW AIR
PRESSURE
PRESSURE
ALARM
VALVE SUPERVISORY
SWITCH CONVENTIONAL SWITCH
TAMPER
09473
DETECTION
09473
SUPERVISORY

WATER
FLOW
SWITCH
09470

MANUAL
RELEASE
STATION

EOLR

5.1K

ZONE 1

HOT - BLACK
NEUTRAL - WHITE
120 OHM

EARTH GROUND - GREEN

RS-485

24 VNR DC

RUN
PROGRAM

AUX. POWER
24VR DC

ZONE 1

OUTPUT 1

ZONE 2

OUTPUT 2

ZONE 3

OUTPUT 3

ZONE 4

OUTPUT 4

AC POWER

SUPERVISORY 1

POWER TBL

SUPERVISORY 2

SYSTEM TBL

COMMON ALARM

SUP 1

SUP 2

ZONE 2

ZONE 1

ZONE 3

ZONE 4

V F R -400

PROGRAM
MODE

RUN
MODE

}

SCROLL-UP
BUZZER SILENCE

LAMP TEST

SUP TBL

ALARM SILENCE

GROUND
FAULT

STEADY: DISCHARGED
FLASHING: PREDISCHARGE

SET

SELECT

FUNCTION

SCROLL-DOWN
BUZZER SILENCE

SIGNAL SILENCE

SYSTEM RESET

VIEWING ANGLE

OUTPUT 1

OUTPUT 2

BLACK

OUTPUT 3

OUTPUT 4

TROUBLE
COM

SUPV

ALARM
NC

COM

WTRFLW

COM NO COM

BAT+ BAT-

BLACK

RED

GENERAL SUPERVISORY RELEASE
ALARM
SOLENOID
BELL

RED

EOL
DIODE
ASSY

BLACK

RED

5.1K
EOLR

BLACK

RED

5.1K
EOLR

EOL
DIODE
ASSY
N/O
SOLENOID

RELAY CONTACTS
DRY CONTACTS RATED AT 3A, 30VDC

DWG# 14173 VKG PRGM10

1. Run field wiring and ensure connections are proper by metering wires. Resistance reading should be 5.1K ohms with end-ofline resistor (EOLR) at last device. The end-of-line resistor is located on the mother board. Remove as needed. Leave factory
installed EOLR on all unused circuits.
2. Connect one circuit at a time and apply AC power.
3. Connect batteries to the panel.
4. Once last connection is made, move Program switch down.
5. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PASSWORD = 000”.
6. To enter a password, press the SELECT button until the proper number is displayed above the ^ symbol, then press the SET button
to move to the next digit. After entering the third number the display will change. (All panels are shipped with a 000 password.)
7. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PROGRAM #10”.
8. Press the SELECT button until the display reads “PROGRAM #10”.
9. Press the SET button.
10. The panel is completely programmed except for the custom banner and zone messages. Move the program switch back up.

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PROGRAM #11
Viking Sprinkler
System Types

OUTPUTS
(Indicating Circuits)

For One Sprinkler System
2 Cross Release
1. SUREFIRE Double Interlocked Preaction System
Zones and Manual 2. SUREFIRE Double Interlocked Preaction System - NYC Special
Release Zone
3. SUREFIRE Double Interlocked Preprimed Preaction System
4. SUREFIRE Double Interlocked Preprimed Preaction System - NYC Special
ZONES (Initiating Circuits)
SUP 1
SUP 2
#1
#2
#3
#4
Valve Tamper
Supervisory Zone

#1 General Alarm
#2 Supervisory Bell
#3 Release Solenoid
#4 N/O Solenoid

Inputs:
Outputs:
Operation:

Low Air
Conventional Low Air Alarm Waterflow
Manual
Supervisory Zone Detection Zone
Zone
Zone
Release Zone
X
X
X
X
XX

X
XX
X

OPERATION DESCRIPTION
1 Conventional Detection zone, 1 Low Air Alarm zone, 1 Waterflow zone, 1 Manual Release zone, 2
Supervisory zones
1 General Alarm, 1 Supervisory Bell, 1 Release Solenoid, 1 N/O Solenoid
Simultaneous activation of both the Conventional Detection zone #1 and the Low Air Alarm zone #2
will activate output #3 (Release Solenoid) and output #1 (General Alarm)
Activation of Conventional Detection zone #1 will activate output #1 (General Alarm)
Activation of Low Air Alarm zone #2 will activate output #2 (Supervisory Bell) and output #4 (N/O
Solenoid)
Activation of Waterflow zone #3 will activate output #1 (General Alarm)
Activation of Valve Tamper Supervisory zone #1 or Low Air Supervisory zone #2 will activate
output#2 (Supervisory Bell)
Activation of Manual Release zone #4 will activate output #3 (Release Solenoid) and output #1
(General Alarm)
XX = Cross-Zoned

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LOW AIR
LOW AIR
PRESSURE
PRESSURE
ALARM
VALVE SUPERVISORY
SWITCH CONVENTIONAL SWITCH
TAMPER
09473
DETECTION
09473
SUPERVISORY

WATER
FLOW
SWITCH
09470

MANUAL
RELEASE
STATION

EOLR

5.1K

ZONE 1

HOT - BLACK
NEUTRAL - WHITE
120 OHM

EARTH GROUND - GREEN

RS-485

24 VNR DC

AUX. POWER
24VR DC

RUN
PROGRAM

ZONE 1

OUTPUT 1
OUTPUT 2

ZONE 3

OUTPUT 3

ZONE 4

OUTPUT 4

SUP 2

ZONE 2

ZONE 1

ZONE 4

ZONE 3

V F R -400

RED OUTPUT LED STEADY: ABORT

ZONE 2

SUP 1

PROGRAM
MODE

AC POWER

SUPERVISORY 1

POWER TBL

SUPERVISORY 2

SYSTEM TBL

COMMON ALARM

SUP TBL

ALARM SILENCE

GROUND
FAULT

STEADY: DISCHARGED
FLASHING: PREDISCHARGE

RUN
MODE

}

SCROLL-UP
BUZZER SILENCE

LAMP TEST

SET

SELECT

FUNCTION

SCROLL-DOWN
BUZZER SILENCE

SIGNAL SILENCE

SYSTEM RESET

VIEWING ANGLE

OUTPUT 1

OUTPUT 2

BLACK

OUTPUT 3

OUTPUT 4

TROUBLE
COM

COM

WTRFLW

SUPV

ALARM
NC

COM NO COM

BAT+ BAT-

BLACK

RED

GENERAL SUPERVISORY RELEASE
ALARM
SOLENOID
BELL

RED

EOL
DIODE
ASSY

BLACK

RED

5.1K
EOLR

BLACK

RED

5.1K
EOLR

EOL
DIODE
ASSY
N/O
SOLENOID

RELAY CONTACTS
DRY CONTACTS RATED AT 3A, 30VDC

DWG# 14175 VKG PRGM11

1. Run field wiring and ensure connections are proper by metering wires. Resistance reading should be 5.1K ohms with end-ofline resistor (EOLR) at last device. The end-of-line resistor is located on the mother board. Remove as needed. Leave factory
installed EOLR on all unused circuits.
2. Connect one circuit at a time and apply AC power.
3. Connect batteries to the panel.
4. Once last connection is made, move Program switch down.
5. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PASSWORD = 000”.
6. To enter a password, press the SELECT button until the proper number is displayed above the ^ symbol, then press the SET button
to move to the next digit. After entering the third number the display will change. (All panels are shipped with a 000 password.)
7. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PROGRAM #11”.
8. Press the SELECT button until the display reads “PROGRAM #11”.
9. Press the SET button.
10. The panel is completely programmed except for the custom banner and zone messages. Move the program switch back up.

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PROGRAM #12
Viking Sprinkler
System Types

OUTPUTS
(Indicating Circuits)

For One Sprinkler System
2 Cross Release
1. Single Interlocked Preaction System with Electric Release
Zones, Waterflow 2. Deluge System with Electric Release
Zone, and Manual
3. Non-Interlocked Preaction system with Electric Release
Release Zone
4. Double Interlocked Preaction System with Electric/Pneu-Lectric Release
ZONES (Initiating Circuits)
SUP 1
SUP 2
#1
#2
#3
#4
Valve Tamper
Supervisory Zone

#1 General Alarm
#2 Waterflow
#3 Release Solenoid
#4 Supervisory Bell

Inputs:
Outputs:
Operation:

Low Air
Conventional
Conventional Waterflow
Manual
Supervisory Zone Detection Zone Detection Zone
Zone
Release Zone
X
X
X
X
XX

OPERATION DESCRIPTION
2 Conventional Detection zones, 1 Waterflow zone, 1 Manual Release zone, 2 Supervisory zones
1 General Alarm, 1 Waterflow, 1 Release Solenoid, 1 Supervisory Bell
Simultaneous activation of both the Conventional Detection zone #1 and the Conventional Detector
zone #2 will activate output #3 (Release Solenoid) and output #1 (General Alarm)
Activation of Conventional Detection zone #1 will activate output #1 (General Alarm)
Activation of Conventional Detection zone #2 will activate output #1 (General Alarm)
Activation of Waterflow zone #3 will activate output #2 (Waterflow)
Activation of Manual Release zone #4 will activate output #3 (Release Solenoid) and output #1
(General Alarm)
Activation of Valve Tamper Supervisory zone #1 or Low Air Supervisory zone #2 will activate output
#4 (Supervisory Bell)
XX = Cross-Zoned

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LOW WATER
WATER
PRESSURE
VALVE SUPERVISORY
CONVENTIONAL FLOW
SWITCH CONVENTIONAL DETECTION SWITCH
TAMPER
09470
09472
DETECTION
SUPERVISORY

MANUAL
RELEASE
STATION

EOLR

5.1K

ZONE 1

HOT - BLACK

ZONE 2

NEUTRAL - WHITE
120 OHM

EARTH GROUND - GREEN

RS-485

24 VNR DC

RUN
PROGRAM

AUX. POWER
24VR DC

ZONE 1

OUTPUT 1

ZONE 2

OUTPUT 2

ZONE 3

OUTPUT 3

ZONE 4

OUTPUT 4

AC POWER

SUPERVISORY 1

POWER TBL

SUPERVISORY 2

SYSTEM TBL

COMMON ALARM

SUP 1

SUP 2

ZONE 2

ZONE 1

ZONE 3

ZONE 4

V F R -400

PROGRAM
MODE

RUN
MODE

}

SCROLL-UP
BUZZER SILENCE

LAMP TEST

SUP TBL

ALARM SILENCE

GROUND
FAULT

STEADY: DISCHARGED
FLASHING: PREDISCHARGE

SET

SELECT

FUNCTION

SCROLL-DOWN
BUZZER SILENCE

SIGNAL SILENCE

SYSTEM RESET

VIEWING ANGLE

OUTPUT 1

OUTPUT 2

BLACK

OUTPUT 3

OUTPUT 4

TROUBLE
COM

SUPV

ALARM
NC

COM

WTRFLW

COM NO COM

BAT+ BAT-

BLACK

RED

EOL
DIODE
ASSY

BLACK

RED

5.1K
EOLR

BLACK

RED

5.1K
EOLR

GENERAL WATERFLOW RELEASE SUPERVISORY
ALARM
BELL
SOLENOID

RELAY CONTACTS
DRY CONTACTS RATED AT 3A, 30VDC

DWG#14178 VKG PRGM12

1. Run field wiring and ensure connections are proper by metering wires. Resistance reading should be 5.1K ohms with end-ofline resistor (EOLR) at last device. The end-of-line resistor is located on the mother board. Remove as needed. Leave factory
installed EOLR on all unused circuits.
2. Connect one circuit at a time and apply AC power.
3. Connect batteries to the panel.
4. Once last connection is made, move Program switch down.
5. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PASSWORD = 000”.
6. To enter a password, press the SELECT button until the proper number is displayed above the ^ symbol, then press the SET button
to move to the next digit. After entering the third number the display will change. (All panels are shipped with a 000 password.)
7. Press the FUNCTION (bottom) button until the display reads “PROGRAM #12”.
8. Press the SELECT button until the display reads “PROGRAM #12”.
9. Press the SET button.
10. The panel is completely programmed except for the custom banner and zone messages. Move the program switch back up.

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CUSTOM PROGRAM
ZONES
SUP 2
#1

SUP 1

OUTPUTS
#1
#2
#3
#4

+
+

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VFR-400 Custom Program Information

SET

Press the SET button to set the description displayed into the panels program

SELECT

Press the SELECT button to scroll between water or chemical based modes

FUNCTION

Press the bottom button to skip to the next function

I N I
D E T

T
E

Z
T

O
I

N E
O N

Initiating Zone Description
This allows the user to describe the initiating zones. Ten different descriptions are available. They are:
1) FIRECYCLE - Used only with Normally Closed Firecycle® heat detectors. Automatic restoration of the Firecycle® heat
detector will automatically start the Soak Timer.
2) DETECTION - These include smoke detectors, pull stations, heat detectors and other devices put on a conventional zone.
3) WATERFLOW - Alarms from waterflow zones are non-silenceable
4) LINEAR HEAT DETECTION - These use a special wire with a fuseable insulation
5) MANUAL RELEASE - Used to override cross zoning and cause instant release
6) LOW AIR ALARM – This is for a low air switch used in a double interlock system. Usually cross zoned with a smoke or heat
detector. Activation of this zone creates a supervisory condition on the panel but can still operate the release circuit.
7) SUPERVISORY - For monitoring any supervisory function as assigned
8) TAMPER - For control valve monitoring
9) LOW AIR - Used to detect low air pressure
10) HIGH AIR - Used to detect high air pressure
The first five descriptions (FIRECYCLE, DETECTION, WATERFLOW, LINEAR HEAT DETECTION, and MANUAL
RELEASE) are Alarm Zones. When activated, they will put the panel into alarm and operate the appropriate output as well as
operating the alarm relay.
The 6th description (LOW AIR ALARM) creates a supervisory condition on the panel but can be used to activate the release
circuit. This activates the Supervisory relay not the Alarm relay.
The last four descriptions (SUPERVISORY, TAMPER, LOW AIR and HIGH AIR) are Supervisory Zones. When
activated, they will put the panel in a supervisory condition and activate any output described as “SUPERVISORY BELL”. They
cannot activate the release circuit.
The 1st description (FIRECYCLE) is an automatically resettable alarm zone. The status of the zone follows the status of the
FIRECYCLE heat detector. When the detector restores, the zone restores and initiates the soak timer.
Note: When FIRECYCLE is selected for zone 1, only outputs #3 and #4 can be mapped as releasing circuits.
If zone 1 is programmed as the FIRECYCLE, the following will appear in the display:
S O A K
C O N T

T
N

I M E R
U O U S

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Soak Timer Description
This allows the user to select the amount of time the release circuit on output #3 will stay activated after the Firecycle zone
restores to normal. The available times are 30, 60, 90 seconds, 2-20 minutes in 1 minute incriments, or continous.
After describing all initiating zones or skipping to the next function, the following will appear in the display window:
S U
S U

P
P

E
E

R V
R V

S
I

R Y
S R Y

Z O N E

SET

Press the SET button to set the description displayed.

SELECT

Press the SELECT button to scroll through the five descriptions.
(Supervisory, Valve Tamper, Low Air, High Air)

FUNCTION

Press the bottom button to skip to the next function.

After Selecting SUP 1, the following will appear in the display window.
S U
S U

P
P

E
E

R V
R V

S
I

R Y
S R Y

Z O N E

SET

Press the SET button to set the description displayed.

SELECT

Press the SELECT button to scroll through the four supervisory descriptions.
(Supervisory, Valve Tamper, Low Air, High Air)

FUNCTION

Press the bottom button to skip to the next function.

After describing what the supervisory zone is to be or skipping to the next function, the following will appear
in the display window:
O U T
I N D

P
I

U T
C A

#
I

1
N G

Output Description

This allows the user to describe the functions of the output circuits. Four descriptions are available:
1) ALARM INDICATING - Notification appliances include bells, horns, strobes and other appliances used to indicate an alarm.
2) RELEASING - Releasing appliances include solenoids and other electrically compatible devices.
3) SUPERVISORY BELL - Appliances on this circuit are used to indicate the presence of a supervisory condition. Any zone
programmed as LOW AIR ALARM, SUPERVISORY, TAMPER, HI AIR or LOW AIR is automatically mapped to this output.
4) TROUBLE BELL - Appliances on this circuit are used to indicate the presence of a trouble condition.
The user should describe each output circuit in the same manner as the initiating circuit was described by pressing the SELECT
button to select and the SET button to set the desired function.
SET

Press the SET button to set the description displayed.

SELECT

Press the SELECT button to scroll through the descriptions.

FUNCTION

Press the bottom button to skip to the next function.
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After selecting all four outputs or pressing FUNCTION, the following will be displayed if any outputs have been
described as RELEASING:
O U T P U T
N O R M A L

A >

Where “” is the number of the releasing circuit output.

Normal/Cross-Zoning
Each releasing circuit can be set up for the normal or cross zoned operation. In NORMAL operation, any alarm initiating zone
including LOW AIR ALARM mapped to a releasing output must be in alarm before the output is activated. In cross zoned
operation ALL initiating zones mapped to the releasing circuit must be in alarm before the output is activated. An initiating zone
previously described as “MANUAL RELEASE” will override the cross zoning feature.
SET

Press the SET button to set the operation displayed.

SELECT

Press the SELECT button to toggle between NORMAL and CROSS ZONED.

FUNCTION

Press the bottom button to skip to the next function.

Z O N E
O U T P

1
T

V
1

SET

Press the SET button to set the time displayed.

SELECT

Press the SELECT button to scroll through the available time.

FUNCTION

Press the bottom button to skip to the next function

This display is where the outputs are mapped to the initiating zones. Any output that was previously described as “RELEASING”
or “ALARM INDICATING” can be mapped to any initiating zones that were described as alarm zones, including zones
programmed as “LOW AIR ALARM”.
Any initiating zone that was described as supervisory will automatically be mapped to outputs described as “SUPERVISORY
BELL”, including zones programmed as “LOW AIR ALARM”. The “V” is pointing to the first available output for the zone
indicated on the display. If the output number is displayed, it is turned on for that zone. If the number is not displayed, it is turned
off. If an output is not available for that zone, i.e. “SUPERVISORY BELL”, the “V” will skip to the next available output.
SET

Press the SET button to set the output to the zone displayed and move to the next available output.

SELECT

Press the SELECT button to turn the output either on or off (the output number will be displayed when turned on).

FUNCTION

Press the bottom button to skip to the next function.

After all available outputs for the zone displayed are mapped, the display will automatically change to the next zone.
After mapping the last zone or skipping to the next function, the following will appear in the display window:
B A N N

M E

A G E

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Custom Message
To change the banner message, press the SELECT button. If you don’t want to change the banner message
press the bottom button.
SET

SELECT

Press the SELECT button to change banner message.

FUNCTION

Press the bottom button to skip to the next function.

If the SELECT button was pressed, the following will appear in the display window:

^
The “^” is pointing to the first character on the top line. Press the SET button to scroll one direction through the
character set, or press the SELECT button to scroll the other direction. The entire alphabet, numbers and
punctuation are included.
SET

Press the SET button to scroll through the character set in one direction.

SELECT

Press the SELECT button to scroll in the opposite direction.

FUNCTION

Press the bottom button to enter the character displayed and to move to the next position.

After programming the top line (maximum 10 characters), continue this process for the bottom line and the
initiating zones. To keep the initiating zones as “ZONE 1”, etc., press the bottom button when they are displayed.
When finished with the last zone, the following will appear in the display window:
N E W

S W O R D =

0
^

This allows the user to change the password. All panels are shipped from the factory with a password of 000.

SET

Press the SET button to set the displayed number and move to the next space.

SELECT

Press the SELECT button to scroll through the numbers.

FUNCTION

Press the bottom button to skip this function.

When finished with this section, the following will appear in the display window:
P U S
S W I

H
P
T C H

O G R A M M
B A C K
U

I N G
P

Quit by returning the programming switch to the up position. The system is now ready for operation.

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Custom Program (#0 only)
• Describe Initiating Zones 1 - 4
Alarm Zones
Supervisory Zones
Detection
Supervisory
Waterflow
Tamper
Linear Heat Detection
Low Air
Manual Release
High Air
Firecycle (Zone 1 only)
Low Air Alarm
• Describe Initiating dedicated Supervisory Zone (Sup 1 & Sup 2)
Supervisory
Tamper
Low Air
High Air
• Select Soak Timer
• Describe Output Zones
Alarm Indicating
Releasing
Supervisory Bell
Trouble Bell
1) Releasing circuits: normal/cross-zoned
2) Discharge time: 7, 8, 9, 10, 20 minutes or continuous
• Map Alarm Inputs to Outputs
• Put in Banner Message
• Put in Banner Message Bottom Line
• Put Zone Description for Each Initiating Zone
• Change Password
• Finished

Installation Instructions
Read the entire manual before attempting to install this panel.

This panel wiring should be installed and maintained in accordance with section 760 (Fire Protection
Signaling Systems) and all other applicable sections of the National Electrical Code, all other applicable NFPA Code and
Standards, local code and the authority having jurisdiction. Review the circuit parameters listed below before installing the panel.

All wiring terminals support 14 to 18 AWG wire sizes. 18 AWG stranded or solid copper wire, (or wire size rated for the current
carrying capacity of the circuit application), with 300V, 85°C insulation is recommended.

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Wire Checkout:
With all initiating devices and notification appliances installed and with the EOLR’s in place, check the wires with an
ohmmeter. Meter readings outside of the following will prevent normal operation.
From any wire to ground – less than 100K ohms.
Across the 2 wires on each Initiating zone – between 1.8K ohms and 5.4K ohms.
Across the 2 wires on each notification circuit – between 1.8K ohms and 23.9K ohms.
Mounting Instructions:
1) The unit should be mounted in a convenient location, approximately 5 ft. from the floor where it will be
accessible for testing and servicing.

Removal of this false front exposes electrical
components at potentially hazardous voltages and
should be performed by qualified personnel only.
2) The main circuit board module should be removed before attempting to mount the cabinet. Disconnect the AC power from
TB201. To remove the module, remove the two screws holding the chassis to the cabinet. Lift the module upwards, approximately
1/2", in order to clear the cross-beam of the cabinet on which the module rests. Remove the module and set aside.
3) Install all required conduits, external wiring and devices and make all connections that are external to the panel. Replace
the module. With the AC power still turned off at the circuit breaker panel, connect the AC hot, neutral and ground wires to the
terminal block TB201 as shown on the connection drawing. (See connection drawings on page 54)
4) Connect all the other wiring to the terminals as shown in the connection drawings. Turn the AC power on and connect the
standby batteries with the cable provided, polarity must be observed.
5) Replace false front panel and secure with mounting screws.
6) The operation of the complete system should be verified as outlined in the test procedure section.

VFR-400 False Front Removal/Assembly Drawing

DWG# 3550-15

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Inactive Circuits
All inactive initiating device circuits must have the end-of-line resistor on the panel terminal.

Operating Instructions Form
Fill in the name, address, and telephone number of the servicing agency on the appropriate instruction sheet. Frame and place this
sheet adjacent to control panel at eye level.

Battery Size Calculations
To use Calculation Table:
1)
List in column #1 all devices used in the system, include all modules, bells, horns, door holders, and smoke detectors
(see table #1 or manufacturers specifications).
2)
List in column #2 the quantity of each device.
3)
List in column #3 the standby current of each device (exclude all signal indicating devices).
4)
List in column #5 the alarm current of each device.
5)
For each line, multiply the figure in column #2 by the figure in column #3 and enter the product in column #4. Then
multiply the figure in column #2 by the figure in column #5 and enter the product in column #6.
6)
Add the figures in columns #3 and #6, enter the sums in the appropriate Total mA box.
7)
Convert these figures from milliamperes to amperes by multiplying by 0.001, enter the product in the appropriate Total A box.
8)
Multiply the standby total amperes by required time in hours from table 2.
9)
Divide the alarm total amperes by 12 (5 mins.).
10)
Add the standby AH and the alarm AH and divide this sum by 0.85 (efficiency factor). Select a battery that has an AH
rating above this figure but not less than 6.5AH.

Battery Size Requirements And Maintenance
Charging Voltage: 27VDC Nominal
Maximum Charging Current: .5A
These panels require a 24 volt sealed lead acid battery for proper operation. 24 hours of standby power is required for Local
Systems and Central Station (NFPA-72).
The chart below will assist you in selecting the proper size battery: (Does not include LED Annunciator)
No. of Smoke
Detectors

No. of Bells
(100mA each)

Auxiliary Power
Requirements

Standby Hours
Required

Battery Size/Part No.
(2 Req.)

0-100

0-10

0-25mA

8AH/BT 80

0-100

0-10

0mA

12AH/BT 120

0-100

0-10

0-30mA

18AH/BT 180

Maximum allowed battery size for UL applications is 12AH. FM and others may require more than 24 hours of standby time and
may use larger batteries. Batteries rated above 18AH require a separate battery cabinet (Potter Model BC-2). Mark the purchase
date on the batteries. Test the batteries at least semi annually according to the battery test methods in NFPA72 or the battery
manufacturers instructions. Replace the batteries if they either fail the test or after four years of use. The VFR-400 is capable of
charging 24 AH batteries, (FM Applications only).

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TABLE 1

CURRENT REQUIREMENTS
Module/Device

Standby mA*

Alarm mA**

VFR-400
RA-4410-RC

121
12

274
12

*Add 23 mA plus current requirement of all devices connected for each output programmed as Trouble Bell
**Includes one zone short circuit current.
TABLE 2

SECONDARY POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

Service Use

Standby Time

NFPA 72
• Central Station (PPU)
• Local
FMRC 1011 and 1012, Deluge and Pre-action Systems
Where requested by FM or others.
90 Hours is not a UL requirement.

Alarm Time

24 hrs.
24 hrs.
90 hrs.

5 mins.
5 mins.
10 mins.

CALCULATION TABLE
1

Module/Device

Quantity

Standby mA Per Unit

Total Standby Current

Alarm mA Per Unit

Total Alarm Current

Total mA

Total mA
x 0.001

Convert to A
Total A

Convert to A

x 0.001

Total A
x ___

Multiply by hours from table 2
Total Standby AH

5 min/12 or 10 min/6

÷ ___

Total Alarm AH
+ Total Standby AH
Total AH
Efficiency Factor
Required AH

Use a battery with a higher AH rating than Required AH
52

÷ 0.85

VFR-400 • 5403548 • REV D • 10/07

Typical Firecycle Wiring
FROM
CONTROL
PANEL

EOL 5.1k

Typical 2 Wire Detector Connection Drawing
Base wiring for Potter models IS-24 Ionization Detectors and PS-24 Photoelectric Detectors.

Typical Style B (Class B) Wiring Using SB-46 Base
(These bases can be used in style B or Style D wiring)

Typical Style D (Class A) Wiring
(These bases can be used in style B or style D wiring)
Note: The 6" diameter bases will mount on a 3" or 4" octagon box or a 4" square box.

Typical 4-Wire Wiring
ZONE
TERMINALS

PAM-4
End-of-Line
Wiring

RESETTABLE
AUX POWER

DWG# 3521-5VKG

VFR-400 Connection Drawing
For additional information see text in this manual
Identifier A

VFR-400 • 5403548 • REV D • 10/07

2-Wire Smoke Detector And Synchronization Module Compatibility Data
System Sensor (Brk) (Max. No. Of Detectors Per Zone Is 20)
Det. Model
1400*
2400*
2400TH*
2W-B
2WT-B
2WTR-B

Identifier
A
A
A
A
A
A

Base Model
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A

Identifier
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A

Base Model
MB2W/MB2WL
MB2W/MB2WL
MB2W/MB2WL

Identifier
A
A
A

Base Model
601U
601U
601U
601U
601U
601U
609U10
609U10
N/A
N/A

Identifier
S00
S00
S00
S00
S00
S00
S00
S00
N/A
N/A

Detection Systems (Max. No. Of Detectors Per Zone Is 25)
Det. Model
DS250
DS250TH
DS250HD

Identifier
A
A
A

ESL (Max. No. Of Detectors Per Zone Is 25)
Det. Model
611U
611UD
611UT
612U
612UD
613U5
611UD
612UD
425C
425CT

Identifier
S10
S10
S10
S10
S10
S10
S10
S10
S10
S10

Hochiki (Max. No. Of Detectors Per Zone Is 25)
Det. Model
SLR-24*

Identifier
HD-3

SLR-24H*

HD-3

SIJ-24*

HD-3

Base Model
HSC-221R
HSB-221
HSB-221N
NS6-221
NS4-221
HSC-221R
HSB-221
HSB-221N
NS6-221
NS4-221
HSC-221R
HSB-221
HSB-221N
NS6-221
NS4-221

Identifier
HB-71
HB-54
HB-54

HB-71
HB-54
HB-54

Fenwal (Max. No. Of Detectors Per Zone Is 25)
Det. Model
Identifier
Base Model
CPD-7051*
I51FE1
2-WIRE
PSD-7155*
P55FE1
2WRLT
PSD-7156*
P56FE1
2WRB
All of the above Fenwal detectors and bases can be used in any combination
Retrofit Base Adaptor 70-501000-003, Identifier MAFE1 (for series 70-201000 Bases, Models -001, -002, -003 and -005)
Duct Housing with Detector Base DH-51, Identifier DH22FE5 (for CPD-7051 and PSD-7155 detectors only)

Identifier
FE51A
FE52A
FE55A

Potter (Max. No. Of Detectors Per Zone Is 25)
Det. Model
PS-24*

Identifier
HD-3(HOCHIKI)

Base Model
SB-46

PS-24H

HD-3(HOCHIKI)

SB-46

IS-24*

HD-3(HOCHIKI)

SB-46

Identifier
HB-71(HOCHIKI)
HB-54(HOCHIKI)
HB-71(HOCHIKI)
HB-54(HOCHIKI)
HB-71(HOCHIKI)
HB-54(HOCHIKI)

Only one detector can be supported in alarm per zone.
*UL and ULC Listed
If using a mix of System Sensor and other smoke detectors, a maximum of 20 detectors shall be permitted.
Sync Modules:
Amseco - SMD10-3A
Gentex - AVSM
System Sensor - MDL
Wheelock - DSM 12/24
55

VFR-400 • 5403548 • REV D • 10/07

Releasing Device Compatibility
Automatic Water Control Valves Compatibility Data
Viking:
13215 Normally open
11591 Normally closed
11601 Normally closed
11602 Normally closed, explosion-proof
11595 Normally open
11596 Normally open, explosion-proof
11592 Normally closed, explosion-proof
13843 Normally closed
13844 Normally closed, explosion-proof

Wire Routing for VFR-400
1

Power Inputs

Battery Leads
RED OUTPUT LED STEADY: ABORT

Using The Cable Clamps Provided, Route All Other Wiring Away
From Power Input Wiring.

ZONE 1

OUTPUT 1

ZONE 2

OUTPUT 2

ZONE 3
ZONE 4

RUN
PROGRAM

OUTPUT 3
PROGRAM
MODE

OUTPUT 4

AC POWER

SUP 1/ABORT

POWER TBL

SUPERVISORY 2

SYSTEM TBL

COMMON ALARM

SUP TBL

ALARM SILENCE

GROUND
FAULT

STEADY: DISCHARGED
FLASHING: PREDISCHARGE

RUN
MODE
SCROLL-UP
BUZZER SILENCE

SET

SCROLL-DOWN
BUZZER SILENCE

SELECT

SIGNAL SILENCE

FUNCTION

SYSTEM RESET

VIEWING ANGLE

All field installed wiring connected to this panel must maintain a spacing
of 1/4" between all electric light, power, class 1 or non-power limited fire
protective signaling conductors.

DWG# 3550-16

VFR-400 • 5403548 • REV D • 10/07

NEC Section 760-54. Installation of Conductors and Equipment.
(a) Separation from Electric Light, Power, Class 1, and NPLFA Circuit Conductors.
(1) In Cables, Compartments, Enclosures, Outlet Boxes, or Raceways. Power-limited circuit conductors shall not be placed
in any cable, compartment, enclosure, outlet box, raceway, or similar fitting containing conductors of electric light,
power, Class 1, or nonpower-limited fire alarm circuit conductors.
Exception No. 1: Where the conductors of electric light, power, Class 1, or nonpower-limited fire alarm circuit conductors
are separated by a barrier from the power-limited fire alarm circuits. In enclosures, power-limited fire alarm circuits shall be
permitted to be installed in a raceway within the enclosure to separate them from Class 1, electric light, power, and nonpowerlimited fire alarm circuits.
Exception No. 2: Conductors in compartments, enclosures, device boxes, outlet boxes, or similar fittings, where electric light,
power, Class 1, or nonpower-limited fire alarm circuit conductors are introduced solely to connect to the equipment connected to
power-limited circuits to which the other conductors are connected, and
a. The electric light, power, Class 1, and nonpower-limited fire alarm circuit conductors are routed to maintain a
minimum of 0.25 in. (6,35mm) separation from the conductors and cables of power-limited fire alarm circuits, or
b. The circuit conductors operate at 150 volts or less to ground and also comply with one of the following:
1. The fire alarm power-limited circuits are installed using Types FPL, FPLR, FPLP or permitted substitute cables, provided
these power-limited cable conductors extending beyond the jacket are separated by a minimum of 0.25 in. (6,35mm) or by a
nonconductive sleeve or nonconductive barrier from all other conductors, or
2. The fire alarm power-limited circuit conductors are installed as nonpower-limited fire alarm circuits in accordance with Section 760-25.
Exception No. 3: Conductors entering compartments, enclosures, device boxes, outlet boxes, or similar fittings, where electric
light, power, Class 1, or nonpower-limited fire alarm circuit conductors are introduced solely to connect to the equipment
connected to power-limited fire alarm circuits or to other circuits controlled by the fire alarm system to which the other conductors
in the enclosure are connected. If the conductors must enter an enclosure that is provided with a single opening, they shall be
permitted to enter through a single fitting (such as a tee) provided the conductors are separated from the conductors of the other
circuits by a continuous and firmly fixed nonconductor, such as flexible tubing.

VFR-400 • 5403548 • REV D • 10/07

Connection Procedure for Battery Charging Current and Voltage
1) To measure the battery charging voltage:
Place a voltmeter across the battery terminals as shown in FIG. 4
2) To measure the battery charging current:
Place a current meter in series with the battery terminals as shown in FIG. 5.

PANEL

VOLT
METER

CURRENT
METER

DWG# 3527-9

Connection Drawing for Central Station and Remote Station Operation
VFR-400/PFC-7500 Interconnection Drawing
** Or other UL864 9th Edition listed stand alone DACT connected as shown and installed in the same room within 20 feet of the
VFR-400 and with interconnecting wiring in conduit.
See PFC-7500 Manual 8910225 for programming information.
See PFC-7500 Manual 8910227 for installation instructions.
Note:PFC-7500 requires RA-7690 LCD Annunciator for programming.
The VFR-400 and PFC-7500 shall be installed in the same room within 20 feet of each other and the interconnecting wires shall be in conduit.
MAIN
J4

PFC-7500

BACKUP

TELEPHONE CONNECTIONS

OUTPUT 2

OUTPUT 1

EPROM SOCKET

U21

J11

120 VAC
60 HZ
350mA

B+

RED

YEL

GRN BLK

Z1A+ Z1A- Z1B+ Z1B- Z2+

Z2-

Z3+

Z3-

Z4+

Z4-

Z5+

Z5-

N/C COM N/O N/C COM N/O

WLT
TRANSFORMER

AC MODE

ZONE 1

3.3K EOLR

ZONE 2
3.3K EOLR'S FROM PFC-7500
ZONE 3

ZONE 4

1
2
3
4
J12

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