[(12) Operation of an interface, which operates vibrating pagers
worn by hearing-impaired occupants.]
r.
A supervisory signal shall automatically initiate the following
functions:
(1) Visual indication of the device operated on the FACP, [VDU,]
and on the graphic annunciator, and sound the audible alarm at the
respective panel.
(2) Transmission of a supervisory signal to [the fire department]
[a UL listed central station].
[(3)
Recording of the event via the system printer.]
s.
A trouble condition shall automatically initiate the following
functions:
(1) Visual indication of the system trouble on the FACP, [VDU,]
and on the graphic annunciator, and sound the audible alarm at the
respective panel.
(2) Transmission of a trouble signal to [the fire department] [a
UL listed central station].
[(3)
Recording of the event via the system printer.]
t.
The maximum permissible elapsed time between the actuation of an
initiating device and its indication at the FACP shall be 15
seconds.
u.
The maximum elapsed time between the occurrence of the trouble
condition and its indication at the FACP shall not exceed 200
seconds.
2.2.3
System Monitoring
a.
Valves: Each valve affecting the proper operation of a fire
protection system, including automatic sprinkler control valves,
standpipe control valves, sprinkler service entrance valve, valves
at fire pumps, and valves at backflow preventers, whether supplied
under this contract or existing, shall be electrically monitored
to ensure its proper position. Each tamper switch shall be
provided with a separate address[, unless they are within the same
room, then a maximum of [5] [_____] can use the same address].
[b.
Independent Fire Detection System: Each existing independent
smoke detection subsystem, and kitchen fire extinguishing system
shall be monitored both for the presence of an alarm condition and
for a trouble condition. Each monitored condition shall be
provided with a separate address.]
2.2.4
Overvoltage and Surge Protection
a.
Signaling Line Circuit Surge Protection: For systems having
circuits located outdoors, communications equipment shall be
protected against surges induced on any signaling line circuit and
shall comply with the applicable requirements of IEEE C62.41.
SECTION 13855N
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