Notifier NFS-320 Installation Manual

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18 NFS-320/E/C Installation Manual — P/N 52745:M2 7/1/14Section 3: Installation3.1 Preparing for InstallationChoose a location for the fire alarm system that is clean, dry, and vibration-free with moderatetemperature. The area should be readily accessible with sufficient room to easily install andmaintain it. There should be sufficient space for cabinet door(s) to open completely.Carefully unpack the system and inspect for shipping damage. Count the number of conductorsneeded for all devices and find the appropriate knockouts. (Refer to Section 3.9 “UL Power-limitedWiring Requirements” for selection guidelines.)Before installing the fire alarm system, read the following:• Review the installation precautions at the front of this manual, including temperature andhumidity limits for the system (Page 3).• All wiring must comply with the National and Local codes for fire alarm systems.• Do not draw wiring into the bottom 9 inches (22.86 cm) of the cabinet except when using aseparate battery cabinet; this space is for internal battery installation.• Review installation instructions in Section 3.2 “Installation Checklist”.3.1.1 Standards and CodesIn addition, installers should be familiar with the following standards and codes:• NEC Article 300 Wiring Methods.• NEC Article 760 Fire Protective Signaling Systems.• Applicable Local and State Building Codes.• Requirements of the Local Authority Having Jurisdiction.• C22.1-98 The Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1.• CAN/ULC-S5524-01 Standard for the Installation of Fire Alarm Systems.! CAUTION:Make sure to install system components in the sequence listed below. Failure to do so can damagethe control panel and other system components.! WARNING:This system contains static-sensitive components. Always ground yourself with a proper wrist strapbefore handling any circuits. Use static-suppressive packaging to protect electronic assembliesremoved from the unit.