Part Number 06-236005-401

Document Number 77.100

February 2006

ORION™ XT
High-Sensitivity
Smoke Detector

Installation, Operation
and Maintenance Manual

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Document Number 77.100
February 2006

ORION™ XT
High-Sensitivity
Smoke Detector

Installation, Operation
and Maintenance Manual
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 FOREWORD

This manual is intended to clearly and accurately reflect the ORION™ XT High-Sensitivity Smoke Detection system. This
manual is to be used by trained distributors only. This publication describes the operation, installation and maintenance for
the ORION XT High-Sensitivity Smoke Detection system.

TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS

AC Alternating Current ISOL Isolate

AH Ampere Hour LED Light Emitting Diode

Materials and Equipment

Acceptance Division of the
CPU Central Processing Unit MEA
Department of Buildings. City of
New York

CSFM California State Fire Marshal mA Milliamperes

National Fire Protection

DC Direct Current NFPS
Association

DIA Diameter OCS ORION Configuration Software

PEGAsys Addressable Loop

DIP Dual In-line Position PALM
Module

ESC Escape PC Personal Computer

EOL End-of-Line P/N Part Number

ESP Extended Sampling Point PSU Power Supply Unit

FM Factory Mutual RAM Random Access Memory

ft. Feet or Foot RH Relative Humidity

ft./sec Feet per Second sq. ft. Square Feet

GND Ground UL Underwriters Laboratories

HSSD® High Sensitivity Smoke Detection VAC Voltage Alternating Current

Heat, Ventilation and Air-

HVAC VDC Voltage Direct Current
Conditioning

IIM Intelligent Interface Module vs. Versus

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Note: The following notice applies to the Intelligent Interface Module option with modem, part number
77-297114-002

NOTICE
FCC Part 68 Information
1. This equipment complies with Part 68 of the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) rules. This unit bears a label
which contains the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN). If requested, this information must
be provided to the telephone company.
2. This equipment contains an FCC compliant modular jack. It is designed to be connected to the telephone network or
premises wiring using compatible modular plugs and cabling which comply with the requirements of FCC Part 68 rules.
3. The Ringer Equivalence Number, or REN, is used to determine the number of devices which may be connected to the
telephone line. An excessive REN may cause the equipment to not ring in response to an incoming call. In most areas,
the sum of the RENs of all equipment on a line should not exceed five (5.0).}
4. In the unlikely event that this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company can tempo-
rarily disconnect your service. The telephone company will try to warn you in advance of any such disconnection, but
if advance notice isn’t practical, it may disconnect the service first and notify you as soon as possible afterwards. In the
event such a disconnection is deemed necessary, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
5. From time to time, the telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, or operations which could
affect the operation of this equipment. If this occurs, the telephone company is required to provide you with advance
notice so you can make the modifications necessary to maintain uninterrupted service.
Repair and warranty information can be obtained in the U.S. from Kidde-Fenwal (508) 881-2000

Industry Canada Information

“NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets
telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal
Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the
user’s satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local
telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The
customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some
situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any re-
pairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications
company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and
internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in
rural areas. Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate
electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.”
“NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maxi-
mum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist
of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the ringer equivalence Numbers of all the
devices does not exceed 5.”

Revised March 27, 2001

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Foreword .................................................................................................................................................. i
Notice FCC Part 68 and Industry Canada Information.................................................................................. ii
List of Illustrations ......................................................................................................................................... vii
List of Tables ................................................................................................................................................. ix
Safety Summary ........................................................................................................................................... x

PARAGRAPH TITLE PAGE

1 GENERAL INFORMATION ....................................................................................................... 1-1

1-1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 1-1
1-2 Features .................................................................................................................................... 1-1

2 SYSTEM FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION .................................................................................. 2-1

2-1 General ...................................................................................................................................... 2-1
2-2 Overall Functional Description ................................................................................................... 2-1
2-3 Detector ..................................................................................................................................... 2-2
2-3.1 Detector Head ........................................................................................................................... 2-2
2-3.2 Termination Board ..................................................................................................................... 2-3
2-3.3 Fan Module and Exhaust Options ............................................................................................. 2-4
2-3.4 Status LED Faceplate ................................................................................................................ 2-4
2-3.5 RS-232 Port ............................................................................................................................... 2-5
2-4 Display Module .......................................................................................................................... 2-5
2-5 Intelligent Interface Module (IIM) ............................................................................................... 2-6
2-5.1 RS-485 Network ........................................................................................................................ 2-6
2-5.2 Fire Alarm Panel Interface ......................................................................................................... 2-6
2-5.3 Telephone Port (with optional modem) ...................................................................................... 2-7
2-6 PEGAsys Addressable Loop Module (PALM) ............................................................................ 2-7
2-6.1 Termination Board Interface Connections ................................................................................. 2-7
2-7 Power Supplies .......................................................................................................................... 2-8
2-7.1 Self-Contained Power Supply .................................................................................................... 2-8
2-7.2 Multi-Zone Power Supply ........................................................................................................... 2-8
2-7.2.1 Battery Selection ....................................................................................................................... 2-9
2-8 Elutriator .................................................................................................................................... 2-10

3 OPERATIONS ........................................................................................................................... 3-1

3-1 Display Module .......................................................................................................................... 3-1
3-1.1 LCD Screen Display .................................................................................................................. 3-1
3-1.2 LED Status Indicator .................................................................................................................. 3-1
3-2 Menu System ............................................................................................................................. 3-1
3-3 Control Keys .............................................................................................................................. 3-2
3-4 Alarms and Silencing ................................................................................................................. 3-2
3-4.1 Silencing the Buzzer .................................................................................................................. 3-2
3-4.2 Entering the Password .............................................................................................................. 3-2
3-5 Reset ......................................................................................................................................... 3-3
3-6 Displaying System Status .......................................................................................................... 3-3
3-7 Smoke Display ........................................................................................................................... 3-3
3-8 Displaying Airflow ...................................................................................................................... 3-4
3-9 Isolate ........................................................................................................................................ 3-4
3-10 Test Menu .................................................................................................................................. 3-4
3-10.1 Detector Test ............................................................................................................................. 3-5
3-10.2 Airflow Test ................................................................................................................................ 3-5
3-10.3 Trouble Test ............................................................................................................................... 3-5

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3-10.4 Status Test ................................................................................................................................. 3-5

3-11 Language Selection ................................................................................................................... 3-5
3-12 OCS Software ............................................................................................................................ 3-5

4 INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................................... 4-1

4-1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 4-1
4-2 Installing the Detector ................................................................................................................ 4-2
4-2.1 Unpacking the Detector ............................................................................................................. 4-2
4-2.2 Removing the Detector Cover ................................................................................................... 4-2
4-2.3 Detector Mounting Location ....................................................................................................... 4-2
4-2.4 Detector Mounting Options ........................................................................................................ 4-2
4-2.4.1 Detector Orientation .................................................................................................................. 4-2
4-2.4.2 Surface Mounting Option ........................................................................................................... 4-2
4-2.4.3 Flush Mounting Option .............................................................................................................. 4-2
4-2.4.4 Detector Mounted Display Module Option ................................................................................. 4-3
4-2.4.5 Self-Contained Power Supply Option ........................................................................................ 4-3
4-2.4.6 Exhaust Port Options ................................................................................................................. 4-3
4-2.4.7 Elutriator Option ......................................................................................................................... 4-3
4-2.5 Knockouts for Electrical Connections ........................................................................................ 4-3
4-2.6 Exhaust Port Adapter Installation (Optional) .............................................................................. 4-3
4-2.6.1 Side Exhaust Installation ........................................................................................................... 4-3
4-2.6.2 Rear Exhaust Installation ........................................................................................................... 4-3
4-2.7 Mounting the Detector ............................................................................................................... 4-3
4-2.7.1 Surface Mounting Installation .................................................................................................... 4-3
4-2.7.2 Flush Mounting Installation ........................................................................................................ 4-4
4-2.8 Connecting to the Sampling Pipe Network ................................................................................ 4-4
4-2.9 Termination Board Field Wiring ................................................................................................. 4-4
4-2.10 Detector Software Configuration ............................................................................................... 4-4
4-2.10.1 Detector Memory Battery Link Jumper ...................................................................................... 4-4
4-2.11 Attaching the Detector Cover ..................................................................................................... 4-7
4-3 Installing the Elutriator (Optional) .............................................................................................. 4-7
4-3.1 Detector Inlet Installation ........................................................................................................... 4-7
4-3.2 Pipe Network Installation ........................................................................................................... 4-7
4-4 Installing the PEGAsys Addressable Loop Module (Optional) ................................................... 4-7
4-4.1 PALM Hardware Installation ...................................................................................................... 4-7
4-4.2 Addressing and Registering the PALM ...................................................................................... 4-9
4-4.2.1 Addressing the PALM with the PEGAsys/ARIES Panel ............................................................. 4-9
4-4.2.2 Registering the PALM with the PEGAsys/ARIES Panel ............................................................. 4-9
4-5 Installing the Display Module (Optional) .................................................................................... 4-9
4-5.1 Detector Mounted Display Module Installation ........................................................................... 4-9
4-5.2 Installing the Remote Display Module ....................................................................................... 4-9
4-5.3 Display Module Software Setup (Registering the LCD) ............................................................. 4-11
4-6 Installing Self-Contained Power Supply (Optional) .................................................................... 4-11
4-7 Installing the Multi-Zone Power Supply (Optional) ..................................................................... 4-12
4-7.1 Mount the Power Supply Enclosures ......................................................................................... 4-12
4-7.2 Configuring the Power Supply for a Second Battery Bank ........................................................ 4-13
4-7.3 Configuring the Trouble Relay ................................................................................................... 4-14
4-7.4 Installing and Wiring the Multi-Zone Power Supply Module and Batteries ................................. 4-14
4-8 Installing the Intelligent Interface Module (Optional) .................................................................. 4-16
4-8.1 Wiring the RS-485 Network ....................................................................................................... 4-16
4-8.2 Installing the Stand-Alone Intelligent Interface Module (IIM) ...................................................... 4-16
4-8.3 Setting Detector Address ........................................................................................................... 4-21
4-8.4 Installation Checks .................................................................................................................... 4-21

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4-8.5 Connecting a Telephone Line to the Intelligent Interface Module (Optional) .............................. 4-21
4-8.6 Software Configuration .............................................................................................................. 4-21
4-9 Initial Power-Up ......................................................................................................................... 4-21

5 SYSTEM DESIGN ..................................................................................................................... 5-1

5-1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 5-1
5-2 Detector ..................................................................................................................................... 5-1
5-3 Pipe Network Design Terms and Details ................................................................................... 5-1
5-3.1 Air Sampling Pipe Network ........................................................................................................ 5-1
5-3.2 Air Velocity ................................................................................................................................. 5-1
5-3.3 Branch Point .............................................................................................................................. 5-2
5-3.4 Elutriator .................................................................................................................................... 5-2
5-3.5 Elbow, Standard 45 Degree ....................................................................................................... 5-2
5-3.6 Elbow, Standard 90 Degree ....................................................................................................... 5-2
5-3.7 Sweep Elbow ............................................................................................................................. 5-2
5-3.8 Equivalent Feet .......................................................................................................................... 5-2
5-3.9 Extended Sampling Point (ESP) ................................................................................................ 5-2
5-3.10 Sampling Point (SP) .................................................................................................................. 5-2
5-3.11 Junction Boxes .......................................................................................................................... 5-2
5-3.12 Pipe Segment ............................................................................................................................ 5-3
5-3.13 Sampling Hole ........................................................................................................................... 5-3
5-3.14 System Transport Time ............................................................................................................. 5-3
5-3.15 UL Listing for Open Area Protection .......................................................................................... 5-3
5-3.16 Suction Pressure ....................................................................................................................... 5-3
5-4 Zones of Varying Static Pressure ............................................................................................... 5-3
5-4.1 Measuring Static Pressure Differential ...................................................................................... 5-3
5-5 Pipe Network Sampling Types ................................................................................................... 5-4
5-5.1 Distributed Pipe Network Sampling ........................................................................................... 5-4
5-5.2 Return Air Grill Sampling ........................................................................................................... 5-4
5-5.3 Return Air Duct Sampling .......................................................................................................... 5-4
5-6 Selecting a Sampling Method .................................................................................................... 5-4
5-6.1 Telephone Central Offices ......................................................................................................... 5-4
5-6.2 Computer Rooms ...................................................................................................................... 5-4
5-6.3 Cleanrooms ............................................................................................................................... 5-4
5-6.4 Atriums ...................................................................................................................................... 5-4
5-6.5 Office Areas ............................................................................................................................... 5-5
5-6.6 Warehouse Storage ................................................................................................................... 5-5
5-7 Sampling Pipe Network Design ................................................................................................. 5-5
5-7.1 Using “SNIFF” Version 3 Software ............................................................................................ 5-5
5-7.2 Distributed Pipe Network Sampling Design ............................................................................... 5-5
5-7.3 Return Air Grill Sampling Design ............................................................................................... 5-5
5-7.4 Return Air Duct Sampling Design .............................................................................................. 5-6
5-7.4.1 Duct Sampling Pipe Requirements ............................................................................................ 5-6
5-8 Pipe Network Installation ........................................................................................................... 5-6
5-8.1 Sampling Point Installation ........................................................................................................ 5-7
5-8.1.1 Extended Sampling Point .......................................................................................................... 5-7
5-8.1.2 Sampling Point .......................................................................................................................... 5-7
5-8.2 Pipe Network Labels .................................................................................................................. 5-8
5-8.2.1 Sampling Pipe Labels ................................................................................................................ 5-8
5-8.2.2 Sampling Port Labels ................................................................................................................ 5-8
5-8.2.3 Extended Sampling Point Labels ............................................................................................... 5-8
5-8.2.4 Sampling Point Labels ............................................................................................................... 5-8

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PARAGRAPH TITLE PAGE

6 SYSTEM COMMISSIONING ..................................................................................................... 6-1

6-1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 6-1
6-1.1 Commissioning Check Sheet .................................................................................................... 6-1
6-2 Pre-Commissioning Preparation ................................................................................................ 6-1
6-3 Ambient Monitoring .................................................................................................................... 6-1
6-4 Airflow Test ................................................................................................................................ 6-1
6-4.1 Low Airflow Test ......................................................................................................................... 6-1
6-4.2 High Airflow Test ........................................................................................................................ 6-1
6-5 Suction Pressure Verification ..................................................................................................... 6-2
6-6 Transport Time Verification ........................................................................................................ 6-2
6-7 Gross Smoke Testing ................................................................................................................ 6-2
6-7.1 Aerosol Smoke Spray ................................................................................................................ 6-2
6-7.2 Wire Burner Test ........................................................................................................................ 6-2
6-7.2.1 Wire Burner Test 1 (Optional) .................................................................................................... 6-2
6-7.2.2 Wire Burner Test 2 (Optional) .................................................................................................... 6-3

7 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................................... 7-1

7-1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 7-1
7-2 Scheduled Maintenance ............................................................................................................ 7-1
7-3 Maintenance Procedures ........................................................................................................... 7-1
7-3.1 Visual Check .............................................................................................................................. 7-1
7-3.2 Battery Status Check ................................................................................................................. 7-1
7-3.3 Gross Smoke Test ..................................................................................................................... 7-1
7-3.4 Suction Pressure Verification Test ............................................................................................. 7-1
7-3.5 Transport Time Verification Test ................................................................................................ 7-1
7-3.6 Detector Sensitivity Test ............................................................................................................ 7-1
7-3.7 Clean Detector ........................................................................................................................... 7-2
7-3.8 Clean Elutriator .......................................................................................................................... 7-2

8 TROUBLESHOOTING AND CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE ................................................. 8-1

8-1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 8-1
8-2 Standard Fault Isolation Techniques .......................................................................................... 8-1
8-2.1 Visual Inspection ....................................................................................................................... 8-1
8-2.2 Power Checks ........................................................................................................................... 8-1
8-3 Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................... 8-1
8-4 Replacement ............................................................................................................................. 8-5
8-4.1 Replacing the Detector .............................................................................................................. 8-5
8-4.2 Replacing the Detector Head .................................................................................................... 8-5
8-4.3 Replacing the Termination Board ............................................................................................... 8-6
8-4.4 Replacing the Fan Module ......................................................................................................... 8-7
8-4.5 Replacing the Display Module in the Detector Cover ................................................................ 8-7
8-4.6 Replacing the Remote Display Module ...................................................................................... 8-8
8-4.7 Replacing the Intelligent Interface Module ................................................................................. 8-8
8-4.7.1 Replacing the Stand Alone Intelligent Interface Module ............................................................. 8-8
8-4.8 Replacing the PEGAsys Addressable Loop Module .................................................................. 8-8
8-4.9 Replacing the Self-Contained Power Supply ............................................................................. 8-9
8-4.10 Replacing the Multi-Zone Power Supply .................................................................................... 8-9

9 PARTS LIST .............................................................................................................................. 9-1

9-1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 9-1

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FIGURE TITLE PAGE

1-1 Detector ..................................................................................................................................... 1-1

2-1 Typical Stand-Alone System ...................................................................................................... 2-1

2-2 Typical System with Stand-Alone Intelligent Interface Module ................................................... 2-1
2-3 Typical System with an IIM Connected to an ARIES Control Panel ........................................... 2-2
2-4 Typical System with PEGAsys Addressable Loop Module and Control Panel ........................... 2-2
2-5 Detector Head ........................................................................................................................... 2-3
2-6 Detector Block Diagram ............................................................................................................ 2-3
2-7 Termination Board Internal Wiring Diagram .............................................................................. 2-4
2-8 PEGAsys Addressable Loop Module Layout ............................................................................. 2-7
2-9 Self-Contained Power Supply Diagram ..................................................................................... 2-8
2-10 Elutriator Cut-Away View ........................................................................................................... 2-10

3-1 Normal Display .......................................................................................................................... 3-1

3-2 Menu Display ............................................................................................................................. 3-1
3-3 Control Keys .............................................................................................................................. 3-2
3-4 Alarm Display ............................................................................................................................ 3-2
3-5 Password Display ...................................................................................................................... 3-2
3-6 Status Display ............................................................................................................................ 3-3
3-7 Smoke Display ........................................................................................................................... 3-3
3-8 Airflow Display ........................................................................................................................... 3-4
3-9 Isolate ........................................................................................................................................ 3-4
3-10 Test Menu .................................................................................................................................. 3-4
3-11 Test ............................................................................................................................................ 3-5
3-12 Language Selection Screen ....................................................................................................... 3-5

4-1 Memory Back-Up Jumper Installation ........................................................................................ 4-4

4-2 Detector Mounting Diagram ....................................................................................................... 4-5
4-3 Flush Mount Trim-Ring .............................................................................................................. 4-5
4-4 Termination Board External Wiring Diagram ............................................................................. 4-6
4-5 Typical Connection with Elutriator Installed Directly into Detector ............................................. 4-8
4-6 Typical Connection with Elutriator Installed as Part of Pipe Network ......................................... 4-8
4-7 PEGAsys Addressable Loop Module Installation Diagram ........................................................ 4-9
4-8 PEGAsys Addressable Loop Module Wiring Diagram ............................................................... 4-9
4-9 Installing the Display Module ..................................................................................................... 4-10
4-10 Remote Display Wiring Diagram ............................................................................................... 4-10
4-11 Remote Display Module, Mounting Details ................................................................................ 4-11
4-12 Self-Contained Power Supply Back-Box Mounting Details ........................................................ 4-12
4-13 Self-Contained Power Supply Wiring Diagram .......................................................................... 4-12
4-14 Multi-Zone Enclosure Mounting Details ..................................................................................... 4-13
4-15 Multi-Zone Power Supply Configuration Jumpers ..................................................................... 4-14
4-16 Multi-Zone Power Supply/Battery Mounting ............................................................................... 4-14
4-17 Multi-Zone Power Supply Wiring Diagram ................................................................................. 4-15
4-18 RS-485 Network Address Examples ......................................................................................... 4-16
4-19 Intelligent Interface Module, Connected to ARIES FACP with Detectors in Class A,
Style 6 Wiring ............................................................................................................................ 4-17
4-20 Intelligent Interface Module, Connected to ARIES FACP, Class B, Style 4 Wiring .................... 4-18
4-21 Intelligent Interface Module Connected to FACP in Stand Alone Mode with Detectors in
Class A, Style 6 Wiring .............................................................................................................. 4-19
4-22 Intelligent Interface Module Connected to FACP in Stand Alone Mode with Detectors in
Class B, Style 4 Wiring .............................................................................................................. 4-20

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FIGURE TITLE PAGE

5-1 Anemometer .............................................................................................................................. 5-1

5-2 Junction Boxes for Pipe Segments ............................................................................................ 5-2
5-3 Magnehelic Gauge .................................................................................................................... 5-3
5-4 Return Air Grill Sampling Method .............................................................................................. 5-5
5-5 Return Air Duct Sampling Method ............................................................................................. 5-6
5-6 Extended Sampling Point .......................................................................................................... 5-7
5-7 Sample Point Kit ........................................................................................................................ 5-7
5-8 Sampling Pipe Label .................................................................................................................. 5-8
5-9 Sampling Port Label .................................................................................................................. 5-8
5-10 Extended Sampling Point Label ................................................................................................. 5-8
5-11 Sampling Point Label ................................................................................................................. 5-8

6-1 Magnehelic Test Set-Up ............................................................................................................ 6-2

8-1 Replacing the Detector Head .................................................................................................... 8-5

8-2 Termination Board Internal Wiring Diagram .............................................................................. 8-6
8-3 Replacing the Termination Board ............................................................................................... 8-7
8-4 Replacing the Fan Module ......................................................................................................... 8-7
8-5 Replacing the Display Module ................................................................................................... 8-8
8-6 Replacing the PEGAsys Addressable Loop Module .................................................................. 8-9
8-7 Replacing the Self-Contained Power Supply ............................................................................. 8-9
8-8 Replacing the Multi-Zone Power Supply .................................................................................... 8-10

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 LIST OF TABLES

TABLE TITLE PAGE

1-1 Detector Technical Specification ................................................................................................ 1-2

2-1 Display Module Specifications ................................................................................................... 2-5

2-2 IIM Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 2-6
2-3 PEGAsys Addressable Loop Module Specifications .................................................................. 2-7
2-4 PALM/Termination Board Interface Connections ....................................................................... 2-7
2-5 Self-Contained Power Supply Specifications ............................................................................. 2-8
2-6 Self-Contained Power Supply Battery Specifications ................................................................. 2-8
2-7 Multi-Zone Power Supply Specifications .................................................................................... 2-9
2-8 Multi-Zone Power Supply Battery Specifications ....................................................................... 2-9
2-9 Multi-Zone Power Supply Enclosure Specifications ................................................................... 2-9
2-10 Back-up Battery Specifications .................................................................................................. 2-9
2-11 Battery Load Requirements Formula ......................................................................................... 2-9

3-1 LED Status ................................................................................................................................. 3-1

3-2 Menu Description ....................................................................................................................... 3-1
3-3 Password Access Levels ........................................................................................................... 3-2
3-4 Test Menu Description ............................................................................................................... 3-4

5-1 Sensitivity Ranges ..................................................................................................................... 5-1

5-2 Elbow Equivalent Feet ............................................................................................................... 5-2
5-3 Minimum Detector Sensitivity Setting for UL Open Area Listing ................................................ 5-3

8-1 Troubleshooting Guide .............................................................................................................. 8-2

8-2 Intelligent Interface Module to Computer Communication Fault ................................................ 8-2
8-3 General System Faults .............................................................................................................. 8-3
8-4 Intelligent Interface to Detector Communication Problems ....................................................... 8-3
8-5 Faults Indicated on the Display Module or OCS Graphic Display .............................................. 8-4
8-6 Detector to Computer Communication Problems ...................................................................... 8-5

9-1 Parts List .................................................................................................................................... 9-1

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INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
Note: Adherence to the following will aid in problem-free installation with long-term reliability:

! WARNING
Several different sources of power can be connected to this ORION™ XT High-Sensitivity Smoke Detector.
Disconnect all sources of power before servicing. The ORION XT system and associated equipment may
be damaged by removing and/or inserting cards, modules, or interconnecting cables while the unit is
energized. Do not attempt to install, service, or operate this unit until this manual is read and understood.

! CAUTION
Application of the system: To reduce the possibility of inadvertent alarms caused by “normal” ambient
conditions, the ORION XT system must be monitored before final commissioning. Special attention should
be given to systems installed where elevated levels of background ambient smoke or particulate
concentrations are present within the protected area. Examples of such applications would be: kitchens,
boiler rooms, manufacturing or other processes where open flames or unprotected heating surfaces are
present.
This monitoring must be conducted for a minimum of two weeks and be conducted during all normal
situations which may cause an elevated level of smoke or particulate to occur in the protected area. This
monitoring process will determine the most appropriate detector sensitivity, alarm threshold and delay
settings for the application.

! CAUTION
Use with fire suppression systems: Under no circumstances should the ORION XT Detector be used to
directly initiate the release of a fire suppression system. When used as detection for a fire suppression
system, the ORION XT Detector should provide one initiation signal of a crossed-zoned detection system.

! CAUTION
Static Electricity: Electronic components and modules can be damaged by small amounts of static
electricity. When handling these components or modules, wear an antistatic wrist strap or grounding
device.

GENERAL SAFETY NOTICES

Note: The following must be observed to maintain personnel safety.
The following general safety notices supplement specific warnings and cautions appearing in the manual. The safety precautions in
this section must be understood and applied during operation and maintenance.
TEST EQUIPMENT
Make certain test equipment is in good operating condition. Do not touch live equipment or personnel working on live equipment while
holding a test meter. Some types of measuring devices should not be grounded; these devices should not be held when taking
measurements.
FIRST AID
Any injury, no matter how slight, should never go unattended. Always obtain first aid or medical attention immediately.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
The following general safety precautions are to be observed at all times:
1. All electrical components associated with equipment shall be installed and grounded in accordance with NEC, NFPA-72 and
local regulation requirements.
2. Special precautionary measures are essential to prevent applying power to equipment at any time when maintenance work is in
progress.
3. Before working on electrical equipment, use a voltmeter to ensure that system is not energized.
4. When working near electricity, do not use metal rules, flashlights, metallic pencils, or any other objects having exposed
conductive material.
5. When connecting a meter to terminals for measurement, use range higher than expected voltage.

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CHAPTER 1
GENERAL INFORMATION

1-1 INTRODUCTION 1-2 FEATURES

This manual contains operation, installation, maintenance, The following is a list of major features of the ORION XT
troubleshooting and parts list information for the ORION™ system.
XT High Sensitivity Smoke Detection system. • Programmable sensitivity range of 0.00075%/ft. to
The ORION XT Detector is a smoke detector which is thou- 0.3%/ft. (0.0025%/m to 1%/m) obscuration
sands of times more sensitive than a standard photoelec- • Laser particle counting technology
tric spot detector. With detection levels as low as • Particle size discrimination—no filter
0.00075%/ft., the ORION XT Detector is sensitive enough
to detect invisible products of combustion such as the out- • Up to 20,000 sq. ft. of coverage
gassing of plasticizers from overheating PVC wire insula- • Two programmable alarm levels and two programmable
tion and electrical components, or small changes in the pre-alarm levels
ambient level of obscuration during the incipient stage of a • Configuration and history data stored in non-volatile
fire. Detection during the incipient stage allows time for memory
corrective action, possibly preventing an escalation of the • History buffer storage of up to 28 days of smoke
fire condition, and thus minimizing fire damage. Typical early history
warning smoke detection applications for the ORION XT
• Advanced signal processing features
Detector are telecommunications facilities, data process-
ing facilities, museums and warehouses. • Full configuration using ORION Configuration Software
• Modular design for fast and easy servicing
The core of the ORION XT HSSD system consists of an air
sampling pipe network, a laser based high sensitivity de- • Networked systems of up to 127 detectors through an
tector head and a high-efficiency centrifugal fan. Smoke Intelligent Interface Module
detection is accomplished by using the fan to draw air from • SmartOne® compatible when used with the PEGAsys
the protected area through the sampling pipe network, back Addressable Loop Module
to the detector head, where the air is analyzed for the pres-
ence of smoke.

Figure 1-1. Detector

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Table 1-1. Detector Technical Specification

DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION

Detector Sensitivity Range 0.00075%/ft. to 0.3%/ft. (0.0025%/m to 1%/m)

Maximum Coverage 20,000 sq. ft. (2000 sq. m)

Input Voltage 24 Vdc nominal (18 to 30 Vdc)

Input Current 310 mA standby, 342 mA alarm

Operating Temperature 32º to 120ºF (0º to 49º C)

Operating Humidity 10 to 93% RH non-condensing

Enclosure Rating NEMA-1 (IP-31)

Finish Light Grey Polycarbonate with Painted Steel Backbox

Dimensions 12.6" W x 8.98" H x 4.25" D (32.0 cm W x 22.8 cm H x 10.8 cm D)

Alarm & Pre-Alarm Relays Four relays; each has normally open contacts, 2 Amp @ 28 Vdc, resistive

Trouble Relay Form C, 2 Amp @ 28 Vdc, resistive (energized on power-up)

Isolate Relay Optional: Form C, 2 Amp @ 28 Vdc, resistive

Electrical Connections 18 to 12 AWG (0.75 to 2.5mm 2 ) wiring to removable terminal blocks

Service Port Connection RS232 communications with modular RJ12 jack. Requires Orion Configuration Software

Remote Display Connection Optional: 1 pair RS485 communications, 1 pair power

Power Supply Supervision Input Optional: Monitors normally closed contact on power supply

Air Inlet Port 3/4" NPT threaded

Side exhaust, optional rear exhaust with supplied adapter, optional 1" NPT threaded exhaust pipe
Exhaust Port
connection with supplied adapter

Weight 8.0 lb. (3.6 kg)

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CHAPTER 2
SYSTEM FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

Figure 2-2 illustrates a typical system with a Stand-Alone

2-1 GENERAL Intelligent Interface Module (IIM). In this configuration, all
This chapter provides a functional description and overall ORION XT Detectors which are interfaced to a fire alarm
operation of the system, as well as functional descriptions control panel with relays can also be networked together
of the major components that together make up the with a Stand-Alone IIM. This allows up to 127 ORION XT
ORION™ XT system. Detectors to be monitored and configured from a central
location. The IIM is available in two models:
• P/N 77-297114-001 (without modem)
2-2 OVERALL FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
• P/N 77-297114-002 (with modem)
The ORION XT Detector was designed with the flexibility
to interface with any fire alarm control panel. Figures 2-1
and 2-2 show the two different configurations to choose
from depending on the type of control panel in the system.
TROUBLE AUX. TROUBLE INPUT

The typical stand-alone system is an ORION XT Detector ALARM AND

CONTACT

interfacing to a fire alarm control panel by using the relay TROUBLE

INPUTS
ALARM AUX. ALARM INPUT

contacts inside the Detector (see Figure 2-1). Each ORION CONTACT

XT Detector is equipped with six relays: Pre-Alarm 1, Pre- DETECTOR

PIPING
NETWORK
TROUBLE
TROUBLE
RELAY

Alarm 2, Alarm 1, Alarm 2, Trouble and Isolate. Figure 2-1 INPUT

shows the Detector receiving power from a Self-Contained

RELAY OUTPUTS
DETECTOR
HEAD

Power Supply, but a 24 Vdc power supplied by the fire alarm TERMINATION
BOARD
FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANEL

control panel or Multi-Zone Power Supply may also be used. FAN

RS-485
FIRE ALARM PORT
CONTROL PANEL INTELLIGENT INTERFACE MODULE
PIPING (IIM)
DETECTOR NETWORK STANDALONE ENCLOSURE
ALARM INPUT
TEL PORT RS-232
RELAY OUTPUTS
PC PORT
DETECTOR
PRE-ALARM INPUT HEAD
LOCAL COMPUTER TERMINATION
BOARD
TROUBLE INPUT FAN

PIPING
NETWORK
UP TO 127 DETECTORS

RELAY OUTPUTS
DETECTOR REMOTE COMPUTER LOCAL COMPUTER
WITH MODEM AND OCS WITH OCS
HEAD
TERMINATION
BOARD
DETECTOR

RS232 Figure 2-2 Typical System with Stand-Alone

Intelligent Interface Module
PORT
FAN

Alternatively, the same IIM can be connected to the Kidde

ARIES Control Panel as shown in Figure 2-3. All alarms,
(OPTIONAL)
SELF CONTAINED
pre-alarms and trouble conditions are reported to the
POWER SUPPLY ARIES panel through the IIM and therefore do not require
additional wiring to the Detector relay contacts.

Figure 2-1. Typical Stand-Alone System

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ARIES PANEL
Optional display and power supply configurations are also
PIPING
available in an ORION XT system. The standard display
configuration of an ORION XT Detector has an installed
DETECTOR NETWORK

DETECTOR
HEAD
status LED faceplate. For applications where more detailed
TERMINATION
BOARD
visual indication of the detector status is required, an op-
FAN tional Display Module with a backlit LCD screen can be con-
nected to the Detector. The Display Module allows the user
IIM
RS-232
to access information such as area smoke levels, sampling
pipe airflow rate and selected configuration settings and to
PIPING CONNECTION
DETECTOR NETWORK

perform detector control functions such as reset, test, si-

lence and isolate.
DETECTOR
HEAD
TERMINATION
BOARD

FAN The ORION XT Detector has four different power supply

configurations. The Self-Contained Power Supply is de-
signed to provide 24 Vdc power to a Detector from 120 or
UP TO 127 DETECTORS 240 Vac. For systems with multiple ORION XT Detectors, a
Multi-Zone Power Supply can provide 24 Vdc power for up
REMOTE COMPUTER LOCAL COMPUTER to eight Detectors from 120 or 240 Vac. Detectors can also
WITH MODEM AND OCS
have 24 Vdc power supplied by the fire alarm control panel
WITH OCS

Figure 2-3 Typical System with an IIM Connected to an or any listed or approved power supply.
ARIES Control Panel

2-3 DETECTOR
The ORION XT Detector can be connected to the address-
able loop of the PEGAsys or ARIES Panel using a PEGAsys The ORION XT High-Sensitivity Smoke Detector, (P/N 77-
Addressable Loop Module (PALM) (see Figure 2-4). With 297101-000) consists of a laser particle counter detector
the PALM, the ORION XT Detector operates as one of up head, a high-efficiency fan module and a termination board
to 255 SmartOne® devices on the addressable loop. (see Figure 2-5). All detector components can be replaced
without removing the detector from its installation. One
PIPING ORION XT Detector, when connected to a pipe network
designed using “SNIFF” Version 3 software, provides cov-
NETWORK
DETECTOR

erage for an area up to 20,000 sq. ft.

DETECTOR
TERMINATION
2-3.1 Detector Head
HEAD
BOARD
RS-232

The detector head measures particles of combustion in the

PORT

PALM
FAN protected area with a laser particle counter. At measurable
UP TO 255 LOOP DEVICES
levels as low as 0.0015%/ft., the laser particle counter is
sensitive enough to detect invisible products of combustion
such as the outgassing of plasticizers from overheating PVC
PIPING
wire insulation and electrical components, or small changes
DETECTOR
NETWORK PEGAsys/ARIES
Control Panel
in the ambient level of obscuration during the incipient stage
of fire. The Detector head has a dynamic sensitivity range
TERMINATION
DETECTOR
HEAD
of 0.00075%/ft. to 0.3%/ft. (0.0025%/m to 1%/m). Two alarm
BOARD
RS-232
ARIES
and two pre-alarm levels are programmable within this range
PORT
OR through ORION Configuration Software (OCS).
PALM
FAN
Smoke concentration is determined by counting the num-
ber of discrete particles of a specific size in a given time
SLC
LOOP
PEGAsys period. As air from the protected area is drawn through the
detector head, particles in the drawn air pass through a 100-
RX/TX
MODULE

micron infrared laser beam. The beam is reflected off of the

particles onto a receiver that measures the intensity of the
reflection. The intensity of the reflection determines the size
of the particle. The detector head’s particle size discrimina-
tion feature allows only a specific range of particles (be-
tween 0.01 and 10 microns) to be measured and counted
LOCAL COMPUTER
WITH ORION CONFIGURATION SOFTWARE (OCS)
as products of combustion. Anything above or below this
range is generally ignored and does not contribute to smoke
Figure 2-4 Typical System with PEGAsys Addressable signal calculations. This discrimination band corresponds
Loop Module and Control Panel

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to the center of the particles of combustion range. Dust 2-3.2 Termination Board
particles, which are typically larger than 10 microns, are
The termination board is the central control unit of the De-
ignored. Since air can flow through the detector head with-
tector. Key features of the termination board include the
out filtration or flow restriction, filter maintenance and loss
following:
of sensitivity due to filter clogging is eliminated.
• Network-ready connector and address switch
The Detector head also has an airflow monitoring circuit
that measures the amount of air flowing through the detec- • PEGAsys Addressable Loop Module connector
tor head with differential zener diodes. An airflow trouble is • Alarm, Pre-Alarm, Trouble and Isolate Relays
generated if the flow of air through the detector exceeds a
high-airflow threshold or falls below a low-airflow thresh- • Internal and External component connectors
old. The thresholds are programmable through OCS. • On-board memory storage
The Detector has three options for connecting to a fire alarm
VIEW FROM UNDERSIDE OF DETECTOR HEAD

RECIEVE OPTICS control panel.

BEAM DUMP
If the Detector is connected to an ARIES control panel, it
can interface to the panel through an Intelligent Interface
DIRECTION OF
AIRFLOW

Module (IIM). The termination board is network ready for

LASER BEAM (–)
connection to an IIM with a pre-installed RS-485 connector
and network address DIP switch. (See Paragraph 2-5 for
LASER DIODE IIM details).
OPTICS
TEST LED The Detector can also be connected to a PEGAsys or AR-
IES control panel with a PEGAsys Addressable Loop Mod-
AIRFLOW MONITOR
SIG
ule (PALM). The termination board has a plug-in connector
PR
OC for the PALM (see Paragraph 2-6 for PALM details).
CA
RD

Figure 2-5. Detector Head

PRE ALARM 1 PRE ALARM 2 ALARM 1 ALARM 2 TROUBLE ISOLATE

CM NO CM NO CM NO CM NO CM NC NO CM NC NO

INTEFACE CARDS
TB2

(optional)
PC
P8

PEGASYS ADDRESSABLE
LOOP MODULE (PALM)
TERMINATION
BOARD
1

TERMINATION BOARD
P2

P7

LA
SE
RR
AD
INTERFACE

IATI
O N
REMOTE LCD
N
E
T
T
A

DISPLAY
1

DETECTOR
1

(optional)
HEAD
F1
L/TERM

M/TERM
1

- + - + 0V +24V - + - + - + - + - +
MAIN LOOP EXTERNAL DISPLAY PSU STATUS POWER OUT POWER IN

STATUS LED
FACEPLATE

FAN

LCD
DISPLAY
(optional)

SERVICE
PORT

RS232 TO COMPUTER
Figure 2-6. Detector Block Diagram

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CABLE ASSEMBLY CABLE ASSEMBLY

TERMINATION BOARD/TRI-COLOR LED TERMINATION BOARD/PORT RS-232
PROGRAMMING
PORT

PRE ALARM1 PRE ALARM2 ALARM 1 ALARM2 TROUBLE ISOLATE

TB2
CM NO CM NO CM NO CM NO CM NC NO CM NC NO POWER ON
LED
1

CHASSIS

PC
STATUS LED GROUND
FACEPLATE P6 RL1 RL2 RL3 RL4 RL5 RL6

RELAY EXP/LOCALASER
DETECTOR

PROGRAM
CABLE ASSEMBLY HEAD

SW1 MAIN LOOP ADDRESS

LK2
TERMINATION
BOARD/DETECTOR

LK1
P1
STATUS LED

TERMINATION
1

RESET
LK4

+
BAT1
P5

LK3
BOARD

DET. HEAD
FRONT PANEL OPTIONS
(LCD DISPLAY OR STATUS LED)

FAN FAN ADJ

P4

P7
1
INTERFACE

PEGASYS
ADDRESSABLE
LOOP MODULE
INTERNAL DISPLAY

P9

DISPLAY
CABLE SUPPLIED
M/TERM
WITH FAN ASSEMBLY
TB1
SW2

ON

FAN
1

– + – + 0V +24v – + – + – + – + – +

PSU POWER POWER

MAIN LOOP EXTERNAL DISPLAY STATUS IN
OUT

FUSE F2
CABLE ASSEMBLY LITTLE FUSE 1541AT
TERMINATION BOARD/LCD DISPLAY

Figure 2-7. Termination Board Internal Wiring Diagram

To connect to panels other than a PEGAsys or ARIES, the Note: The battery back-up jumper (LK3) must be con-
Detector can interface to the panel through the termination nected for the memory back-up to function prop-
board relays. The termination board has six relays that can erly (see Figure 4-3). If the jumper is not connected,
be used for interfacing to a fire alarm control panel: two all configuration settings and other on-board
alarm, two pre-alarm, one trouble and one isolate. All re- memory will be lost if the Detector loses power.
lays are normally open except for the trouble relay. The 2-3.3 Fan Module and Exhaust Options
trouble relay is normally closed so it will transfer to the ac-
tive state if the Detector loses power. The ORION XT Detector uses a high-efficiency centrifugal
fan to draw air continuously from the protected area, into a
Note: 1. Relays are deactivated when using a PEGAsys piping network and through the detector head. A regulated
Addressable Loop Module (PALM). voltage is supplied to the fan module from the termination
2. The IIM is not PEGAsys compatible board to insure that it runs at the optimal speed to meet the
performance calculated by “SNIFF” software.
For ease of installation and maintenance, all internal and
external components are connected to the Detector through The Detector can be configured for side or rear exhaust
the termination board. The termination board has remov- ports. The Detector is shipped from the manufacturer with
able terminals for field wiring to all external components a side exhaust port configuration. Two optional exhaust
such as the external display module and power supply. In- adapters are supplied with the Detector–rear exhaust
ternal components such as the detector head, fan, status adapter and 1” NPT threaded exhaust pipe adapter (see
LED or integrated display module are connected to the ter- Paragraph 4-2.6 for exhaust port details).
mination board through plug-in connectors (Figure 2-5). 2-3.4 Status LED Faceplate
The termination board on-board memory stores the Detec- The standard configuration of an ORION XT Detector is
tor configuration settings, smoke history and event log. In equipped with a status LED faceplate. The status LED face-
the event of a power failure, a battery backs up the memory
for approximately one month.

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plate is a plastic molded insert with a tri-color LED that indi- level, alarm, pre-alarm and airflow thresholds and trouble
cates the following conditions: conditions. The available detector control functions are
detector test, isolate, reset and silence. All control func-
Continuous Green Normal
tions are password protected.
Flashing Green Auto-Setup™
Continuous Yellow Trouble/Isolated The internal sounder can be programmed through OCS to
Flashing Red Pre-Alarm provide an audible indication when an alarm, pre-alarm or
Continuous Red Alarm trouble condition occurs on the system. The audible indi-
cation will continue until the user silences the sounder us-
2-3.5 RS-232 Port
ing the control keys. The conditions that can be selected to
The ORION XT Detector has an RS-232 programming port activate the sounder are:
located on the left side of the Detector. A computer running
• Alarm Condition: Continuous tone
OCS is connected via a programming cable to the RS-232
port. OCS provides the ability to monitor, configure and • Pre-Alarm Condition: Intermittent tone
download history from the Detector.
• Trouble Condition: Intermittent tone
A multicolored LED provides a visual indication of the cur-
2-4 DISPLAY MODULE rent detector status. The LED reports the following condi-
The Display Module is an optional user interface that pro- tions:
vides visual indication of the Detector alarm and trouble Continuous Green Normal
status on a LCD screen. It consists of a backlit monochrome Flashing Green Auto-Setup™
LCD screen, a multicolored status LED and an internal Continuous Yellow Trouble/Isolated
sounder. The Detector transmits data via an RS-485 com- Flashing Red Pre-Alarm
munications link and supplies 24 Vdc power to the Display Continuous Red Alarm
Module (see Table 2-1).
The Display Module has two installation options. The mod-
Key features of the Display Module include the following: ule can either be integrated into an ORION XT Detector or
• Backlit LCD Display mounted remotely, up to 1000 ft. away from the detector, to
a standard 2-gang or 4” backbox.
• Menu Navigation through four cursor keys and one
enter key The Display Module is available in English, Spanish, French
and Portuguese. P/N 77-297102-000 contains English,
• LCD Screen Indication of Detector Alarm and Spanish and French; P/N 77-297102-200 contains English,
Trouble Status Spanish and Portuguese.
• Reset, Test, Isolate and Silence Functions Table 2-1. Display Module Specifications
• Multi-colored LED Indication of Normal, Trouble,
Pre-Alarm and Alarm Conditions DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION

• Programmable Audio Alert of Alarm, Pre-Alarm and Input Voltage: 24 Vdc nominal (powered from Detector)
Trouble Conditions
30 mA (normal) 104 mA
Maximum Input Current:
• Password Protection (with backlight ON)

• Mounts to Standard 2-Gang Box or 4” Backbox Operating Temperature: 32° to 120°F (0° to 49°C)

• Available in English, Spanish, French and Operating Humidity: 10 to 93% RH, non-condensing
Portuguese
Electrical Connections:
On the LCD screen, real-time detector data is displayed in
an easy-to-use, uncluttered format, where only the active Detector Mounting: Via supplied plug-in harness
conditions are displayed. Using the module’s control keys, Remote Mounting: 18 to 16 AWG (0.75 to 1.32 mm 2) wiring
the user can navigate through menus to view detector in- to terminal block, mounted up to 1000 ft.
formation and perform detector control functions. Menu ac- (300 m) from Detector
cessible data includes real-time smoke level and airflow Shipping Weight: 1.6 lb. (0.7 kg)

4.76" W x 5.74" H x 1.56" D

Dimensions:
(12.1 cm W x 14.6 cm H x 4.0 cm D)

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2-5.2 Fire Alarm Panel Interface

2-5 INTELLIGENT INTERFACE MODULE (IIM)
The IIM is available as a Stand-Alone/ARIES compatible
The Intelligent Interface Module (IIM) provides a communi- configuration in a red enclosure. It communicates through
cation link to network up to 127 ORION XT Detectors. A a fully supervised, bi-directional RS-232 data loop that pro-
computer running OCS software can communicate with the vides a link allowing the two alarm levels, two pre-alarm
IIM, either through a local computer or a remote computer levels and multiple trouble conditions to be transmitted from
via a modem. This allows the ORION XT Detectors to be each ORION XT Detector and displayed on the control panel
completely configured and monitored from a central loca- display. When an alarm or trouble condition is received,
tion. Connection of an optional telephone line allows inter- the panel will activate pre-programmed outputs associated
rogation of the system with a remote computer or automatic with the alarm or trouble inputs. Refer to the ORION Con-
dial-out to a remote computer on the occurrence of any figuration Software (OCS) Manual, P/N 06-236012-401 and
ORION XT Detector alarm or trouble condition. ARIES Configuration Tool (ACT) User's Guide,
Alarm and trouble conditions, detector configuration, real- P/N 06-236530-002.
time smoke and airflow levels and smoke history is trans- When not used with an ARIES Control Panel that is in stand-
mitted from each Detector over the RS-485 network to the alone mode, the IIM does not report detector alarm and
IIM. All network data can be monitored or controlled from a trouble conditions to the fire alarm panel and therefore, each
central location using OCS software on either a local com- ORION XT Detector alarm and trouble contact must be
puter or a remote computer via a modem. wired to the fire alarm panel initiating zone. A trouble relay
IIM parameters are stored in non-volatile memory to en- on the IIM allows the fire alarm panel to monitor any fault in
sure that no programming will be lost during a complete the IIM or its RS-485 network. The trouble relay will also
power failure. The following field-programmable parameters activate if the IIM loses power. The supervised Auxiliary
are configured through the OCS software. Alarm and Trouble contact inputs on the IIM can be used to
monitor the relay contacts on any fire alarm panel for ancil-
• Three telephone numbers for auto-dial sequence lary annunciation of common alarm and trouble conditions.
• Twenty character owner location message These inputs can be displayed on a local computer or on a
• Installer password remote computer running OCS software. (See Table 2-3.)
• Owner password Table 2-2. IIM Specifications
• Dial tone supervision enable/disable
DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
• Auto dial function enable/disable
• Configuration of RS-485 network for Style 4 Input Voltage: 24 Vdc nominal (20.4 to 28 Vdc)

or Style 6 Maximum Input Current: 70 mA (normal) 80 mA (alarm)

• Trouble report delay 200 mA (with modem active)

• Security call back scheme enable/disable Operating Temperature: 32° to 120°F (0° to 49°C)
• Call back phone number Operating Humidity: 10 to 93% RH, non-condensing

2-5.1 RS-485 Network Enclosure Finish: Painted steel enclosure with keylock,
Red
An RS-485 network connects up to 127 ORION XT Detec-
Trouble Relay: Form C, 2 A at 30 Vdc
tors to the IIM. Each Detector is assigned an address on
the RS-485 loop via a DIP switch located inside the Detec- Auxiliary Inputs: Auxiliary alarm and trouble inputs, Class B
tor. The RS-485 network can be wired for either Style 4 Electrical Connections: 18 to 12 AWG (0.75 to 2.5 mm 2) wiring to
(Class B) or Style 6 (Class A) with a maximum loop length removable terminal block. PC and TEL
connections via RJ-12 jack.
of 4,000 feet. The RS-485 network wiring connects directly
to the network terminals located in the Detector without the Shipping Weight: 3.9 lb. (1.8 kg)
need for additional hardware or software. Dimensions: 8.4" W x 8.25" H x 2.5" D
(213 mm W x 210 mm H x 64 mm D)

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2-5.3 Telephone Port (with optional modem)

The IIM is available with an optional FCC Approved mo-
dem for remote monitoring and control via a telephone
line. This feature provides the ability to dial into the IIM
from a remote computer, to view real-time smoke and air-
flow levels, check detector configurations and download
history from each ORION XT Detector. The IIM can be
programmed to automatically dial a remote computer us-
ing up to three preset telephone numbers on the occur-
rence of any ORION XT Detector alarm or trouble condition,
or a fire alarm control panel alarm or trouble input. If a Figure 2-8. PEGAsys Addressable Loop Module
successful connection is not established at the first num-
Table 2-3. PEGAsys Addressable Loop Module
ber, a second and third alternate telephone number will be
Specifications
used if programmed.
DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS
2-6 PEGASYS ADDRESSABLE LOOP Input Voltage: 5 Vdc (supplied by termination board)
MODULE (PALM)
125 mA at 5 Vdc (supplied by termination
The PEGAsys Addressable Loop Module is an intelligent Maximum Input Current: board). Adds 20 mA at 24 Vdc to
loop device that allows an ORION XT High-Sensitivity Detector current
Smoke Detector to be directly connected to a PEGAsys/
Operating Temperature: 32° to 120°F (0° to 49°C)
ARIES SLC addressable loop. The PALM provides in-
creased flexibility in installing high-sensitivity smoke de- Operating Humidity: 10 to 93% RH, non-condensing
tection, by providing data from the Detector back to the 18 to 12 AWG (0.75 to 2.5 mm 2) wiring to
PEGAsys/ARIES fire alarm control panel. Electrical Connections:
removable terminal block

Note: The PEGAsys panel must use Firmware Version Shipping Weight: 0.3 lb. (0.2 kg)
80.0 or higher.
3.94" W x 2.17" H x 1.56" D
Dimensions:
The PALM sits on the addressable SLC loop, among other (10 cm W x 5.5 cm H x 4.0 cm D)
SmartOne sensors or modules. Up to 255 addressable
2-6.1 Termination Board Interface Connections
devices of any combination, including the PALM, may be
connected to the SLC loop. One PALM is required for each Terminals on PALM connector P4 are used to carry 5 Vdc
ORION XT Detector that is to be connected to the power and signals to and from the termination board. Table
PEGAsys/ARIES SLC loop. 2-4 describes them in more detail.
The PALM transmits pre-alarm, alarm and up to six trouble Table 2-4. PALM/Termination Board Interface
messages to the PEGAsys/ARIES. The PALM is fully su- Connections
pervised and continuously monitors all aspects of the PALM
and ORION XT Detector. Using the menu functions of the Terminal Number Signal Name Function
PEGAsys/ARIES panel, real-time smoke and airflow lev-
1 I/O Port RX Communications
els can be transmitted from the PALM and displayed on
the panel. In addition, detector sensitivity tests can be per- 2 I/O Port TX Communications
formed from commands on the panel. 3 Loopback PALM Connected
The PALM is a single circuit board that plugs into a socket 4 PCI-RST Reset
on the termination board inside an ORION XT Detector.
11 5 Vdc (-) Power
The easy-to-install PALM “snaps” effortlessly into its mount-
ing hardware and requires no extra hardware to install. 13 5 Vdc (+) Power
After mounting the PALM, only five field wiring connec-
tions are needed for the SLC loop and ground. Power is
provided to the PALM via the termination board. The in-
stallation of one PALM can be completed within minutes
(see Figure 2-6 and Table 2-3).
Programming of the PALM (including defining the ARIES
address) and history downloading are done with a com-
puter running OCS Version 2.3 that is connected directly
to the Detector RS-232 port.
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To comply with NFPA-72 requirements, the Self-Contained

2-7 POWER SUPPLIES Power Supply must be powered from an emergency power
The ORION XT Detector has four different power supply circuit that is backed up by an automatic starting, engine-
configurations. The Self-Contained Power Supply is de- driven generator.
signed to provide 24 Vdc power to a Detector from 120 or Table 2-5. Self-Contained Power Supply Specifications
240 Vac. For systems with multiple ORION XT Detectors,
a Multi-Zone Power Supply can provide 24 Vdc power for DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
up to eight Detectors from 120 or 240 Vac. Detectors can
120 or 240 Vac 50/60 Hz. Must be fed
also have 24 Vdc power supplied by the fire alarm control Input Voltage:
from an emergency power circuit.
panel or any listed or approved power supply.
Maximum Input Current: 333 mA at 120 Vac, 200 mA at 240 Vac
2-7.1 Self-Contained Power Supply
Operating Temperature: 32º to 120º F (0º to 49ºC)
The Self-Contained 120/240 Vac Power Supply Assembly
provides supervised 24 Vdc power with 4-hour backup for Operating Humidity: 10 to 93% RH, non-condensing
a single ORION XT Detector. The universal input accepts Output Voltage: 28.75 Vdc
either 120 Vac or 240 Vac input voltage and does not re-
quire manual voltage selection to operate in either range Output Current: 1 A maximum
(see Figure 2-9 and Table 2-5). Battery Charge Voltage: 27.3 Vdc

The enclosure holds the power supply/battery charger and Battery Charging Circuit: 500 mA
two sealed lead-acid batteries. This will provide power with
Trouble Output: Normally closed TTL logic
4 hours battery back-up for an ORION XT Detector, mak-
ing it ideal for single zone detection applications in a facility Electrical Connections:
18 to 14 AWG (0.75 to 2.08 mm 2) wiring
with emergency power systems. to terminal block

Shipping Weight: 7.4 lb. (3.4 kg)

The power supply/battery charger supervises the input AC
power, the batteries and the battery charger. A trouble sig- 12.6" W x 4.55" H x 4.25" D
Dimensions:
nal provides power supply supervision to the ORION XT (32 cm W x 11.5 cm H x 10.8 cm D)
Detector. There are no controls on the power supply.
Table 2-6. Self-Contained Power Supply
The Self-Contained ORION XT Detector Assembly is de- Battery Specifications
signed for surface mounting with a painted steel backbox
and a light gray polycarbonate cover. All wiring from the DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
power supply to the Detector is routed through matching Nominal Voltage: 12 Vdc
knockouts on the top of the power supply and on the bot-
tom of the ORION XT Detector. Capacity: 2 AH

Construction: Sealed Lead-Acid

Termination: 0.187 quick disconnect terminals

5.91" W x 3.50" H x 0.79" D

Dimensions:
(15 cm W x 8.9 cm H x 2 cm D)

Shipping Weight: 1.54 lb. (0.7 kg)

2-7.2 Multi-Zone Power Supply

The Multi-Zone Power Supply is a switching supply with
battery backup that delivers up to 4.0 Amps at a nominal
24 Vdc from a 120 or 240 Vac input. It consists of three
components: the power supply/battery charging module,
12 Vdc, 33 Amp-Hour batteries, and the enclosure that holds
the power supply and two batteries. In the maximum con-
figuration, two additional batteries in a second enclosure
could be used, for a total of 66 Amp-Hours.

Figure 2-9. Self-Contained Power Supply Diagram

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The Multi-Zone Power Supply provides battery presence 2-7.2.1 Battery Selection
and voltage supervision, battery charger output supervision
Battery size is based on the number of back-up hours re-
and ground fault supervision. For installations with high vi-
quired and the system current draw. Typical back-up re-
bration, the optional Battery Strap Kit is recommended. The
quirements are four hours with an emergency generator,
Multi-Zone Power Supply is UL1481 Listed, FM Approved,
or 24 hours. In some circumstances, 60 or 90 hours could
and ULC Listed as a power supply for fire protective signal-
be required. The alarm current draw is typically five min-
ing use (see Tables 2-7, 2-8 and 2-9).
utes, except when 90 hours of back-up is required. In that
Table 2-7. Multi-Zone Power Supply Specifications case, 10 minutes of alarm current is needed. See
Table 2-10 and 2-11 to calculate battery sizes and maxi-
DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION mum standby current.
Input Voltage: 120 or 240 Vac 50/60 Hz Note: There are two output circuits on the power supply.
2.4 A at 120 Vac
The total combined load cannot exceed 4.0 Amps.
Maximum Input Current:
1.4 A at 240 Vac The maximum load for each individual circuit is 2.5
Amps.
Operating Temperature: 32º to 120º F (0º to 49ºC)
Table 2-10. Back-up Battery Specifications
Operating Humidity: 10 to 93% RH, non-condensing

Output Voltage: 27.3 Vdc with 0.28 Vpp ripple UL and FM ULC
Backup Hours (48 Hour (24 Hour
Up to 4 A. Actual current depends on and Battery Size Battery Recharge) Battery Recharge)
Output Current:
configuration. (See Table 2-10). (Two 12V
connected in Standby Standby
Battery Charge Voltage: 27.3 Vdc series) (Normal Alarm (Normal Alarm
Operation) Operation)
Two, each protected by a 6.0 A PTC and
Battery Charging Circuit:
1.5 A current limit. 66 AH
24 2.5 A 4.0 A 2.0 A 4.0 A
(2 x 33AH)
Normally closed contacts (selectable for
Trouble Relay:
normally open) 1 A @ 28 Vdc, resistive
24 33 AH 1.2 A 4.0 A 1.2 A 4.0 A
18 to 12 AWG (0.75 to 2.5 mm 2)
Electrical Connections:
terminal wiring
4 33AH 3.6 A 4.0 A 3.4 A 4.0 A
Shipping Weight: 3.5 lb. (1.6 kg)

Table 2-8. Multi-Zone Power Supply Battery Note: Alarm current is the total current draw; that is
Specifications standby current plus additional current during an
alarm condition.
DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION Table 2-11. Battery Load Requirements Formula
Nominal Voltage: 12 Vdc
Total
Capacity: 33 AH Standby
x Required Standby Time ____ hr. =
Load
Construction: Sealed Lead-Acid ( )
Termination: 1/4” ring lugs Total Alarm Required Alarm Time
7.75” W x 6.4" H x 5.2” D Load x (for 5 minutes or for 10 minutes) =
Dimensions: ( ) 0.084 or 0.167
(19.7 cm W x 16.3 cm H x 11.7 cm D)

Shipping Weight: 26 lb. (11.8 kg) Basic Amp Hours

=
(Add the results)
Table 2-9. Multi-Zone Power Supply X 0.1
=
Enclosure Specifications (Basic AH x Derating)*

Minimum Amp Hours Required

DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS (more is OK) Add the Basic AH =
+ Derated AH
17.25” W x 14” H x 6.25” D
Dimensions:
(43.8 cm W x 35.6 cm H x 15.9 cm D) * This is based on an average battery temperature of 68oF. The battery
manufactuer should be consulted for further derating information. In
Shipping Weight: 12.1 lb. (5.5 kg) order to have batteries meet the full backup period after two years of
operation, a minimum of a 10% derating has been included.

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2-8 ELUTRIATOR
The optional elutriator is an inertial particle separator that
allows air and small particulate such as smoke to flow freely
through, while separating out large particulate. The elutriator
is recommended for use in areas where heavy amounts of
non-combustion particulate is expected, such as ware-
houses.
IMPACT PLATE

SCREENS

ENCLOSURE
(INPUT)

O-RING

IMPACT PLATE
AND SCREEN HOUSING

ENCLOSURE
(EXHAUST)

Figure 2-10. Elutriator Cut-Away View

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CHAPTER 3
OPERATIONS

3-1 DISPLAY MODULE 3-2 MENU SYSTEM

The ORION™ XT Display Module is an optional user inter- Display the menu by pressing any key. The following menu
face that provides visual indication of the Detector alarm items display:
and trouble status on a LCD screen. It is ideal for applica-
Table 3-2. Menu Description
tions where a user needs to access detailed detector sta-
tus information and perform basic detector control functions MENU DESCRIPTION
without the use of a computer.
Silences the internal sounder. (Displays only when an
3-1.1 LCD Screen Display Silence
Alarm or Trouble condition is detected.)

The Display Module contains a backlit monochrome LCD Resets the Detector after latching alarms or latching
screen display. The LCD screen displays real-time detec- Reset troubles have been cleared. (Displays only when an
tor data in an easy-to-use, uncluttered format, where only Alarm or Trouble condition is detected.)
the active conditions are displayed. Status Displays the current detector status.

The Display Module backlight only appears during active Displays alarm sensitivity settings, pre-alarm settings,
Smoke
conditions, such as Alarm or Trouble, or when a key is and current smoke level.
pressed. The backlight will turn off after the display or keys Airflow Displays airflow thresholds and settings.
are inactive for one minute.
Isolate Allows the user to isolate and de-isolate the detector.
The following screen displays when the system powers up
Test Menu Options for detector test.
and when no Alarms or Troubles are detected.
Exit Returns to Normal Display

To make a selection from the menu, do the following:

1. Use the up ( ) and down ( ) arrow keys to highlight
your choice.
2. Press enter ( ).

Figure 3-1. Normal Display

3-1.2 LED Status Indicator
A three-color LED, located on the front of the Detector or
on the bottom left corner of the Display Module, indicates
the detector status as listed in Table 3-1.
Table 3-1. LED Status Figure 3-2. Menu Display

LED INDICATION SYSTEM STATUS

Continuous Green Normal

Flashing Green Auto-Setup™

Continuous Yellow Isolate/Trouble

Flashing Red Pre-Alarm

Continuous Red Alarm

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3-3 CONTROL KEYS

The Display Module’s control keys allow the user to navi-
gate through menus to view detector information and per-
form detector control functions. The control keys are defined
as follows:

LEFT UP DOWN RIGHT ENTER

Figure 3-3. Control Keys

Figure 3-5. Password Display
Use the right ( ) or down ( ) keys to scroll down the menu.
Use left ( ) or up ( ) to scroll up the menu. 3-4.2 Entering the Password

Press enter ( ) to select the highlighted menu item. All detector control functions are password protected. Two
levels of passwords are available on the Display Module,
owner and installer. The default passwords and function
3-4 ALARMS AND SILENCING access are as follows:
When an alarm or trouble condition is detected, the follow- Table 3-3. Password Access Levels
ing screen is displayed and the internal sounder will acti-
vate, if previously enabled through ORION Configuration ACCESS
MENU ACCESS
DEFAULT
Software (OCS) Version 3.0. LEVEL PASSWORD

No password
Monitoring Status, Smoke, Airflow
required

All monitoring menu access plus

Owner 1234
Silence, Isolate and Reset

Installer All owner menu access plus Test 5678

To enter the default owner password, do the following:

1. When the Password Display (Figure 3-5) initially ap-
pears, the 1 is already highlighted. Press enter ( ). As
each digit is entered, an asterisk (*) displays at the bot-
Figure 3-4. Alarm Display tom of the screen. Use backspace (the arrow symbol
below the 7) to delete a previous entry.
3-4.1 Silencing the Buzzer 2. Use the arrow keys to highlight the second digit of the
The internal sounder can be programmed to provide an password. Press enter ( ).
audible indication when an alarm, pre-alarm or trouble con- 3. Repeat Step 2 to enter the third and fourth digits of the
dition occurs on the system. The audible indication will con- password.
tinue until the user silences the sounder using the control 4. When you are finished entering the password, high-
keys. light the check mark and press enter ( ).
The sounder tones are described as follows: The message "Password Valid" displays and the screen
• Alarm Condition: Continuous tone returns to the menu.
• Pre-Alarm Condition: Intermittent tone If you entered the password incorrectly, the message "Pass-
• Trouble Condition: Intermittent tone word Invalid" displays and the screen returns to the menu.
To silence the sounder, do the following: If a key is not pressed for 30 seconds, the password will
1. Press any key to display the menu. become invalid and the user will have to re-enter the pass-
word to activate a password protected function.
2. Highlight "Silence" and press enter ( ). The password
display appears as in Figure 3-5. The display module passwords can be changed through
OCS.

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3-5 RESET 3-7 SMOKE DISPLAY

The “Reset” menu item resets the Detector after latching The smoke display is automatically displayed whenever an
alarms or latching troubles have been cleared. The reset alarm or trouble is detected or when it is accessed through
menu item appears during alarm or trouble conditions only. menu options.
A password is required to reset the Detector.
To activate the smoke display, do the following:
To reset alarms, do the following: 1. Press any key to display the menu.
1. Press any key to display the menu. 2. Highlight "Smoke" and press enter ( ). The following
2. Highlight "Reset" and press enter ( ). screen displays:
3. Enter your password as described in Paragraph
3-4.2. When the message "Password Valid" displays,
the Detector is reset and the screen returns to the menu.

3-6 DISPLAYING SYSTEM STATUS

To display system status, do the following:
1. Press any key to display the menu.
2. Highlight "Status" and press enter ( ). The following
screen displays:

Figure 3-7. Smoke Display

3. When finished with the smoke display, press any key
to return to the menu.
The smoke display screen displays the smoke level bar
graph, current date and time and the alarm and pre-alarm
threshold settings. The smoke level bar graph, located on
the left side of the screen, indicates the current smoke level
as a percentage (0% to 100%) of the Detector’s pro-
grammed sensitivity range. All enabled alarm and pre-alarm
thresholds are displayed to the right of the bar graph.
Figure 3-6. Status Display Under normal operating conditions, the word NORMAL
3. When you are finished with the status display, press appears above the alarm thresholds. Other conditions that
any key to return to the menu. are displayed here are ALARM, PRE-ALARM, TROUBLE,
The status display monitors the airflow, power supply unit ISOLATE and TEST. When the Detector is isolated, any
(PSU), central processing unit (CPU), PALM communica- alarm, pre-alarm or trouble conditions will not be displayed
tion to the PEGAsys (PC Line), Detector and Display Mod- on the Display Module.
ule for trouble conditions. Status display also indicates
whether the Detector has been isolated and if signal aver-
aging has been enabled.
Signal averaging is normally disabled and can be enabled
via OCS. The Detector can be isolated through the Display
Module or OCS.

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3-8 DISPLAYING AIRFLOW 3-10 TEST MENU

To display airflow thresholds and settings, do the following: Selecting Test Menu from the main menu provides the fol-
1. Press any key to display the menu. lowing options for performing diagnostic tests on the De-
tector:
2. Highlight Airflow and press enter ( ). The following
screen displays: Table 3-4. Test Menu Description

MENU DESCRIPTION

Detector Performs a detector sensitivity test.

Airflow Disables the fan to perform a low airflow test.

Trouble De-energizes the trouble relay to test trouble reporting.

Status Performs a test to verify all inputs are working.

Exit Returns to normal display.

To perform a test, do the following:

Figure 3-8. Airflow Display 1. Press any key to display the main menu.
3. When you are finished with the airflow display, press 2. Highlight Test Menu, and press enter ( ).
any key to return to the menu. 3. Enter your password as described in Paragraph
The first line displays real-time airflow deviation. Lines 2 3-4.2. The following screen displays:
and 3 show the programmed high and low airflow thresh-
olds. Default high threshold is 20% and default low thresh-
old is –20%. Line 4 shows the current airflow offset. The
low and high airflow thresholds and airflow normalization
can be programmed via OCS.

3-9 ISOLATE
Isolating the Detector disables the alarm outputs, allowing
the Detector to be tested without generating alarms on the
fire alarm panel. The trouble output will be activated when
this feature is enabled.
Figure 3-10. Test Menu
To Isolate or De-Isolate the Detector, do the following:
To make a selection from the Test Menu, do the following:
1. Press any key to display the menu.
2. Highlight Isolate and press enter ( ). 1. Use the up ( ) and down ( ) keys to scroll down to
highlight the selection.
3. Enter your password as described in Paragraph
3-4.2. The following screen displays: 2. Press enter ( ).

Figure 3-9. Isolate

4. Select De-Isolate or Isolate. The screen returns to the
menu.

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3-10.1 Detector Test

3-11 LANGUAGE SELECTION
To perform a detector sensitivity test, do the following:
The Display Module is available in English, French, Span-
1. Highlight Detector and press enter ( ).
ish (P/N 77-297102-000) or English, Spanish, Portuguese
2. The following screen displays: (P/N 77-297102-200). When the display module is turned
on the Language Selection Screen appears. The Language
Selection Screen can also be accessed at any time by
pressing the left ( ) and right ( ) keys at the same time
while in the Normal Screen.
To select a language, do the following:
1. Use the cursor keys to highlight the language of your
choice.
2. Press enter ( ).

Figure 3-11. Test

3. The bar graph increases to 70% of full scale. The dis-
play will show TEST PASSED if the detector passes
the sensitivity test. If the detector fails the test, the dis-
play will show TEST FAILED.
3-10.2 Airflow Test
To disable the fan to perform a low airflow test, do the fol-
lowing:
1. Highlight Airflow and press enter ( ). Figure 3-12. Language Selection Screen
2. The test menu will display "Disable" after "Airflow". Note: The software version of the display module is
3. Power will be removed from the fan and airflow should shown in the lower right corner of the Language
drop to -50. A Low Airflow Trouble will be generated Selection Screen.
when the airflow drops below the threshold.
4. The "Smoke" Screen will display "Test".
3-12 OCS SOFTWARE
5. The "Status" Screen will display "Airflow Low".
OCS Version 3.0 is explained in the ORION XT
6. Return to the Test Menu. Highlight Airflow Disable and
Configuration Software User's Guide, (P/N 06-236012-401).
press enter ( ). The fan will restart, the airflow trouble
will clear and the Detector will return to normal.
3-10.3 Trouble Test
To de-energize the trouble relay to test trouble reporting to
a control panel, do the following:
1. Highlight Trouble and press enter ( ).
2. The test menu will display "Test" after "Trouble", and
the trouble relay will transfer for 10 seconds.
3. At the end of 10 seconds, the Detector will automati-
cally return to normal.
3-10.4 Status Test
To perform a Monitored Input Test to verify that the Detec-
tor head inputs to the termination board are functioning
correctly, do the following:
1. Highlight Status and press enter ( ).
2. The test will run and after several seconds, the display
will show "Passed" after "Status".
3. The Detector will automatically return to normal.

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CHAPTER 4
INSTALLATION

ATTENTION
4-1 INTRODUCTION OBSERVE PRECAUTIONS
FOR HANDLING
ELECTROSTATIC
This chapter provides information necessary to install the SENSITIVE
DEVICES
ORION™ XT System. Installation consists of the following
steps: ! CAUTION
1. Unpack from shipping carton. ANTISTATIC PRECAUTIONS
2. Determine optimum location for Detector. When handling any electric components or
3. Install the exhaust port adapter (optional). circuit boards, antistatic precautions must be
4. Make the knockouts for field wiring and battery con- carried out. Failure to do so may result in
nections. component damage.
5. Mount the Detector. Static discharge can be reduced by adhering to the follow-
6. Install the Elutriator (optional) ing guidelines:
7. Connect the Detector to the sampling pipe network. 1. Always use conductive or antistatic containers for trans-
portation and storage, if returning any item.
Note: At this time the optional PALM may be installed, if
used. 2. Wear a wrist strap while handling devices and ensure
a good ground is maintained throughout.
8. Connect field wiring to the Detector
3. Never subject a static sensitive device to sliding move-
At this time you may install the optional IIM, if one is being ment over an ungrounded surface and avoid any direct
used. This would also be the correct time to install the Self- contact with the pins or connections.
Contained or Multi-Zone Battery system if this option is being 4. Avoid placing sensitive devices onto plastic or vinyl
used. surfaces.
9. Install the Self-Contained or Multi-Zone Battery system 5. Minimize the handling of sensitive devices and Printed
if this option is being used. Circuit Boards (PCBs).
10. Power-up and program the Detector Note: The following caution and warning must be ob-
Note: If the PALM is being used, it should be programed served throughout this chapter.
first.
! CAUTION
The optional Display Module should be installed in the De-
tector cover before reinstalling the cover. Also, the optional LASER HAZARD
Remote Display Unit may now be installed. The detector in the enclosure is a factory-sealed
Installation should only be done by factory trained techni- unit containing a Class-3B laser product with
cians in accordance with applicable installation require- invisible radiation.
ments. These include:
! WARNING
• NEC 760 (National Electrical Code) AVOID EXPOSURE TO LASER
• NFPA-72 (National Fire Protection Association). Extended exposure to a Class-3B laser directly
• Any other local installation requirements. or indirectly may cause severe damage to the
human eye.
Note: Power should be turned off during installation.

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• The Detector must be located in an area where the air

4-2 INSTALLING THE DETECTOR pressure surrounding the unit is the same, or lower than
4-2.1 Unpacking the Detector the atmospheric pressure around all the sampling ports
in the sampling pipe network. A building’s HVAC fans
Follow the procedure below to unpack the Detector from may positively pressurize a space within the building. If
its shipping carton. the Detector is located in an area where the pressure
1. Check that the shipping carton contains the following: is greater than the sampling pipe, a resistance to the
normal airflow through the pipe will occur.
• ORION XT Detector
• The Detector should be mounted in an area where it
• Extra Kidde label for use when mounting in an can be accessed for routine maintenance.
“upside-down” orientation
• The Detector should be mounted in an area suitable
• Parts kit containing the exhaust port adapter and for the chosen detector mounting options such as de-
rear exhaust port tector orientation, flush mounting option, display mod-
ule visibility, self-contained power supply option,
• Commissioning Check Sheet
exhaust port or elutriator.
2. Remove the Detector from the carton.
4-2.4 Detector Mounting Options
3. Inspect the Detector to ensure that no damage occurred
during shipping. Detector mounting options must be considered prior to
choosing a detector mounting location. The following para-
4. Set the Detector on a stable surface.
graphs explain how each detector mounting option can af-
4-2.2 Removing the Detector Cover fect the detector mounting location.
Follow the procedure below to remove the detector cover: 4-2.4.1 DETECTOR ORIENTATION
1. The detector cover is secured to the detector enclo- The Detector may be mounted in two orientations. It can
sure by two cover locking screws at the bottom of the be mounted right-side up with the inlet pipe at the top of the
Detector and two notched tabs in the top of the Detec- unit or “upside-down” with the inlet pipe at the bottom of
tor. Turn the cover locking screws a quarter turn, until the unit. The “upside-down” orientation is convenient for
perpendicular to the cover face, to unlock the detector sub-floor applications.
cover.
In the “upside-down” orientation, the extra Kidde Fire Sys-
2. Lift the bottom end of the detector cover until the two
tems label should be applied to the Detector, over the ex-
tabs unhook from the notches in the top of the detector
isting label. Also, if a display module is installed, the display
enclosure. The cover is attached to the Detector by a
module should be installed “upside-down” as well (refer to
white plastic cord and the cable to the status LED or
Paragraph 4-5.1).
detector mounted display module.
3. To detach the cord from the Detector, line up the open 4-2.4.2 SURFACE MOUNTING OPTION
notch of the cord connector with the notch in the keyed The Detector may be mounted to any surface with four #10
hole. If the cord does not come off easily, rotate the screws. If the Detector is mounted to a dry wall, use four
connector until it can be pulled off. dry wall anchors for the mounting screws. For additional
4. Unplug the status LED cable or the display module cable support, aligning at least two mounting screws with a wall
from the termination board. The cover is now detached stud is recommended. When mounting to a wall stud, take
from the Detector. Set the cover aside. note of any knockouts or exhaust options that may be
4-2.3 Detector Mounting Location blocked by the stud and plan on using an alternate knock-
out or exhaust option.
Consider the following guidelines when choosing an ap-
propriate location for mounting the Detector: 4-2.4.3 FLUSH MOUNTING OPTION

• The Detector should be mounted as close as possible The Detector may be flush mounted with a wall by using a
to the protected areas to minimize transport time and flush mount trim-ring (P/N 77-297111-000). For additional
air resistance in the air sampling pipe network. support, aligning one side of the trim-ring with a wall stud is
recommended. If the Detector is flush mounted, the follow-
• The Detector should be mounted to minimize the num-
ing mounting constraints apply:
ber of 90 degree bends needed to connect the Detec-
tor to the piping network. The system drawings should • The Detector can only be exhausted through the rear
accurately depict the Detector location and all piping exhaust port.
distances and bends required for connection to the unit. • A maximum drywall thickness of 5/8-inch.
• Self-Contained Power Supply cannot be used with a
flush mounted Detector.

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• The wall must be accessible from the rear to attach the 4-2.6.1 SIDE EXHAUST INSTALLATION
sampling pipe network and electrical conduit to the
The Detector is shipped from the factory with the side ex-
Detector.
haust port pre-installed. If it is not installed, follow the pro-
• An elutriator cannot be connected directly to the sam- cedure below to install the side exhaust port adapter.
pling pipe inlet of the Detector.
1. Remove the rear exhaust port adapter, if necessary.
4-2.4.4 DETECTOR MOUNTED DISPLAY MODULE Pull the rear exhaust port adapter to the side of the
OPTION Detector until it is detached from the fan and the adapter
If a display module is mounted in the Detector, it should be tabs are detached from the retaining clips. Pull the rear
mounted in an area and height where the display module is exhaust port adapter away from the Detector to remove.
easily viewed and accessible. If this is not possible, remote 2. Place the side exhaust port adapter in its place, align-
mounting of the display module is recommended (refer to ing the adapter tabs to the right of the retaining clips.
Paragraph 4-5.2). 3. Attach the side exhaust port adapter to the fan while
4-2.4.5 SELF-CONTAINED POWER SUPPLY making certain that the adapter tabs are sliding under
OPTION the retaining clips.
4. Use the 1-inch NPT exhaust port fitting, supplied with
The Self-Contained Power Supply is designed to be
each Detector, to attach the exhaust port to the ex-
mounted adjacent to the bottom of the Detector. It cannot
haust pipe network.
be flush mounted and the Detector cannot be mounted “up-
side-down” when attached to a Self-Contained Power Sup- 4-2.6.2 REAR EXHAUST INSTALLATION
ply. Follow the procedure bellow to install the rear exhaust port
Access to the IIM RS-485 Network connector and remote adapter.
display module connector is recommended through the rear 1. Remove the side exhaust port adapter. Pull the side
or top knockouts because the bottom knockouts are used exhaust port adapter to the side of the Detector until it
for the Self-Contained Power Supply connection. is detached from the fan and the adapter tabs are de-
4-2.4.6 EXHAUST PORT OPTIONS tached from the retaining clips. Pull the side exhaust
port adapter away from the Detector to remove.
The Detector can be exhausted through the side or rear of
2. Place the rear exhaust port adapter in its place, align-
the Detector. If the Detector is mounted to a wall stud that
ing the adapter tabs to the right of the retaining clips.
covers the rear exhaust port, the Detector must be ex-
hausted through the side exhaust. If the Detector is flush 3. Attach the side exhaust port adapter to the fan while
mounted, the Detector must be exhausted through the rear making certain that the adapter tabs are sliding under
exhaust port. the retaining clips.
4. Use the 1-inch NPT exhaust port fitting, supplied with
4-2.4.7 ELUTRIATOR OPTION
each Detector, to attach the exhaust port to the ex-
If installing an elutriator directly into the sampling pipe inlet haust pipe network.
of the Detector, the Detector cannot be flush mounted. The 4-2.7 Mounting the Detector
Detector should also be mounted in an area that allows
enough clearance for the elutriator. The Detector has two mounting options, surface mounting
and flush mounting.
4-2.5 Knockouts for Electrical Connections
4-2.7.1 SURFACE MOUNTING INSTALLATION
The Detector has eight conduit knockouts to run field wir-
ing through. Each knockout is a concentric ½-inch (12.7 Follow the following procedure to surface mount the De-
mm) and ¾-inch (19.5 mm) size. If attaching a Self-Con- tector.
tained Power Supply to the Detector, use the left knockout 1. Remove the detector cover.
at the bottom of the Detector for Self-Contained Power
2. Prepare the Detector for installation, removing knock-
Supply wiring.
outs and installing rear exhaust port adapter, as re-
4-2.6 Exhaust Port Adapter Installation (Optional) quired.
The Detector has two exhaust options, side exhaust or rear
exhaust. Choose the exhaust option which best suits the
particular application.

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3. Hold the Detector in the mounting location, ensuring Note: In countries where NPT threaded fittings are not
correct orientation, and mark the four mounting holes available, use 3/4-inch BSP threaded pipe with a
and rear exhaust port or knockouts, as required. backnut (P/N 06-117911-001) and washer (P/N
4. Drill four mounting holes sized for #10 (5 mm) screws 06-117912-001).
and insert dry wall anchors, as required. 4-2.9 Termination Board Field Wiring
5. Drill holes for all rear knockouts and, if necessary, the
The termination board has two rows of terminal blocks for
rear exhaust port.
detector relay, remote display module and power supply
6. Insert #10 (5 mm) screws or other mounting hardware connections (see Figure 4-4). All field wiring must be brought
in the wall until the screws are protruding from the wall into the Detector through the electrical knockouts. For wir-
at least ½-inch. If an elutriator is installed on the De- ing directions, refer to individual component sections.
tector, slide the four nylon washers over each of the
four screws and allow the screws to protrude from the ! CAUTION
wall at least 3/4-inch. For system supervision of Alarm terminals, do
7. If necessary, connect rear entry conduit to rear knock- not use one continuous loop of wire under the
outs and exhaust pipe to rear exhaust port. terminals. Separate, distinct sections of wire
8. Place the Detector against the wall, lining up the screws must be run between connections.
with the mounting holes. When flush with wall, slide If required, connect earth ground to the ground post lo-
Detector down until it rests in the mounting slots. cated in the bottom left hand corner of the Detector. If earth
9. Secure the Detector in position by tightening the four ground is not easily accessible, run a wire from the power
screws. supply to the detector ground post.
4-2.7.2 FLUSH MOUNTING INSTALLATION 4-2.10 Detector Software Configuration
Flush mounting the Detector requires the flush mount trim- To configure the Detector, connect a computer that has OCS
ring (P/N 77-297111-000). Follow the following procedure Version 3.0 installed to the computer port located on the
to flush mount the Detector. side of the Detector. Use the RS-232 programming cable
1. Cut a 12 3/4-inch x 9 1/8-inch square hole in the wall (P/N 74-100016-003) to connect the computer to the De-
for the trim-ring. tector. For Detector configuration details, refer to the ORION
2. Loosen the trim-ring clamp screws, and slide the trim- XT Configuration Software (OCS) User's Guide (P/N 06-
ring clamps to the back of the trim-ring. If mounting the 236012-401).
trim-ring against a wall stud, remove the trim-ring clamp 4-2.10.1 DETECTOR MEMORY BATTERY LINK
that will be closest to the stud. JUMPER
3. Place trim-ring in wall. If mounting “upside-down”, make The Detector has on-board memory that stores all detector
sure the screw access slots are at the top of the trim- configuration settings, smoke history and event history data.
ring. To retain all settings and data in memory when the detector
4. Cut wall with knife at screw access slots until there is is powered down, the battery link jumper (location shown
enough space for the detector cover lock screws to be in Figure 4-4) must be installed as shown in Figure 4-1.
accessed with a screwdriver.
5. If mounting the trim-ring against a wall stud, drill a self- 1 2 BACK-UP
BATTERY CONNECTED
tapping screw into the wall stud through the trim-ring 1 2
BACK-UP
clamp slot. BATTERY DISCONNECTED

6. Secure to wall by sliding the trim-ring clamps against

the back of the wall. Tighten the clamp screws. Figure 4-1. Memory Back-Up Jumper Installation
7. Prepare the Detector for installation, removing knock-
outs and installing rear exhaust port adapter.
8. With the detector cover removed, place the Detector in
the trim-ring.
9. Secure the Detector to the trim-ring with two #10-32 x
½-inch mounting screws.
4-2.8 Connecting to the Sampling Pipe Network
If installing the exhaust option, connect the exhaust pipe
network to the 1-inch NPT exhaust port fitting.

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Note: All dimensions are in

inches unless otherwise
stated.
9.50
(241.30 mm)

(27.43 mm)
1.08
TOP
VIEW Air Inlet

(22.10 mm)

(28.45 mm)

9.91 mm)
11.43
(98.81 mm)

0.39
1.12
3.89 (290.3 mm)

0.87
(58.93 mm) 2.32
(19.81 mm) 0.78

Electrical
Knockouts (8 PL)
FRONT
VIEW

0.61 (15.49 mm)

Rear Exhaust
Mounting
Port

(82.30 mm)
Hole (4PL)

(63.50 mm)
3.24
2.50
(29.72 mm)
1.17

(22.10 mm)

(28.45 mm)
0.78 1.11

0.87

1.12
0.44 (11.18 mm)
(19.81 mm) (28.19 mm)

12.04
(305.82 mm)
(26.64 mm)

BOTTOM
VIEW
0.97

Figure 4-2. Detector Mounting Diagram

TOP VIEW 70.2

Top
Inlet Hole
Knockout
Hole

368.3

36.2
43.3 Mounting Holes
(4 PL)

Clamp Slot
(2 PL)
FRONT VIEW 277.3

Rear Exhaust
Port Hole
Bezel

Screw Access
Rear Knockout
Slots (2 PL)
Holes (2 PL)

Bottom
Knockout
Hole

BOTTOM VIEW

218.2

79.9

Figure 4-3. Flush Mount Trim-Ring

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Note: Trouble relay is normally energized,

and will transfer on loss of power.
TO CONTROL PANEL INPUT OPTIONAL { TO CONTROL PANEL INPUT
ALARM CIRCUITS {
ALARM CIRCUITS
(NOT FOR USE WITH PALM WHEN {
(NOT FOR USE WITH PALM OR IIM
CONNECTED TO ARIES PANEL AS WHEN CONNECTED TO ARIES
SHOWN IN FIGURE 2-3) OPTIONAL { PANEL AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 2-3)
{ {
OPTIONAL

E.O.L.
RESISTOR TO O O O O O O O O O O O O O O
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 TB2
MATCH CONTROL
PANEL (TYP)

CM

CM
CM
NO

CM

CM
CM
NO

NO

NO

NO
NO

NC

NC
POWER ON
INDICATOR

PRE-ALARM 1

PRE-ALARM 2
DETECTOR

ISOLATE
TROUBLE
ALARM 2
PROGRAMMING

ALARM i

RELAY
‘RELAY
RELAY

RELAY

RELAY

RELAY
PORT
EXTENDER

DETECTOR
STATUS LED
CONNECTOR HARD RESET
BUTTON
FACTORY
PROGRAMMING DETECTOR
JUMPERS HEAD
(DO NOT MOVE CONNECTOR
TERMINATION
FROM DEFAULT
LOCATION)
BOARD

MEMORY
BACK-UP
BATTERY
JUMPER
DETECTOR
MOUNTED FAN
DISPLAY CONNECTOR
MODULE
CONNECTOR
POWER OUT

POWER IN
DISPLAY

DISPLAY

DISPLAY

F2
STATUS
POWER

SIGNAL

SIGNAL
SPARE

PSU

REMOTE DISPLAY POWER SUPPLY

- + - + - + - + - + - + - + - + TB1 LITTLE FUSE

16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 1541AT
O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O

See Figure 4-10 See Figures 4-13 or 4-17

OR
Wire as below:
L = POWER LIMITED CIRCUITS S L
S = SUPERVISED CIRCUITS
6 5
-4 +3 2- +
1
JUMPER FROM 24 VDC
RED UL LISTED, FM
TO NEXT DETECTOR { – BLK { +– APPROVED, OR
+
RED BLK ULC LISTED
POWER SUPPLY
Note: In and out terminals are internally connected.

Figure 4-4. Termination Board External Wiring Diagram

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4-2.11 Attaching the Detector Cover

4-3 INSTALLING THE ELUTRIATOR
Before closing up the Detector, use the following checklist (OPTIONAL)
to be sure that all necessary installation steps have been
completed. The elutriator can connect directly into the detector inlet or
as part of the pipe network. The elutriator must be mounted
• Have you installed the detector mounted display mod-
vertically with the side marked “AIRFLOW” connected to the
ule? (optional)
pipe network. For ease of maintenance, a union is recom-
• Have you installed the PALM? (optional) mended on the pipe network end of the elutriator.
• Is the inlet cam in the locked position?
4-3.1 Detector Inlet Installation
• Have you connected the detector memory back-up
battery link jumper? The elutriator can be connected directly into the ¾-inch NPT
threaded detector inlet for surface mount detector installa-
• Is all of your field wiring to the termination board se-
tions (see Figure 4-5). Use the four nylon washers, supplied
cure?
with the elutriator, on the detector mounting screws. This
• Is the status LED connector (optional), display mod- will space the Detector away from the wall to allow enough
ule (optional), computer port, detector head and fan room to install the elutriator.
connector cables connected to the termination board?
To secure the elutriator to the detector inlet, rotate the
• Is the proper exhaust adapter for your application in-
elutriator clockwise by hand until it is secure. Using a
stalled?
1-1/8-inch open ended spanner, tighten the bottom of the
• Are all of the jumpers in the proper position? elutriator another quarter-turn. Do not overtighten.
• Have you set the IIM network detector address on the
4-3.2 Pipe Network Installation
dip switches? (optional)
• Is the detector cover safety cord connected to the De- The elutriator may be installed as part of the pipe network
tector? (see Figure 4-6). The elutriator may be installed anywhere
between the Detector and the first branch point. This instal-
Use the following procedure to attach the detector cover lation option is recommended for ease of service and main-
to the detector enclosure: tenance.
1. Place the top edge of the Detector cover on the top
edge of the Detector enclosure.
4-4 INSTALLING THE PEGASYS
2. If the unit has a Display Module in the cover, plug the
ADDRESSABLE LOOP MODULE
Display Module connector in the 6-pin connector on
(OPTIONAL)
the termination board marked Internal Display (see Fig-
ure 2-7 for location). If the unit has the blank plate and 4-4.1 PALM Hardware Installation
LED on the Detector cover, plug the connector in the The instructions below are used to install the optional PE-
3-pin connector on the termination board marked Sta- GAsys Addressable Loop Module (PALM). Installation con-
tus LED (see Figure 2-7 for location). sists of mounting the module to the termination board in the
3. Reattach the white plastic cord from the Detector cover Detector and wiring the module to the system (see
to the Detector (the plug should be at the center of the Figure 4-7).
Detector). Place the connector in the plug, and turn
the connector until it goes down in the receptacle. Turn Note: The PEGAsys panel must use Firmware Version
the connector 90 degrees to lock it in the receptacle. 80.0 or higher.
4. Carefully tuck the wires in the unit and close the lid. Note: The PALM cannot be used with IIM option.
5. Turn the locking screws at the bottom of the Detector 1. Remove the PALM from the packaging.
90 degrees to their locking position. 2. Inspect the unit to ensure that no damage occurred dur-
ing transit.
3. Attached to the PALM are four nylon mounting posts
which are held in place by four nuts that are inserted on
the posts (see Figure 4-7). Ensure that these nuts are
only finger tight.

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1” PIPE TO
SAMPLING 4. Remove the detector cover as described in Paragraph
4-2.2
NETWORK

1” x 3/4”
5. Place the PALM over the termination board in the De-
REDUCER
COUPLING
tector. Align the mounting posts with the four PALM
mounting holes on the termination board. This will also
3/4" NIPPLE align the receptacle on the underside of the PALM with
the connector P4 on the termination board (see Figure
UNION 4-7 for location of mounting holes).
6. Press the PALM down firmly on all four corners until
3/4" NIPPLE
the posts snap and lock into the termination board. The
3/4" COUPLING
14-pin connector on the underside of the PALM board
should now be connected to receptacle P4 on the De-
ELUTRIATOR tector termination board.
7. Pull the SLC wiring through a detector conduit knock-
out until 6 to 8 inches of wiring is inside the Detector.
8. Strip off 1/8-inch (3 mm) of insulation from the end of
the wires.
DETECTOR
9. Connect terminals 1 and 2 on the PALM plug to
the SLC wiring from the preceding SmartOne device
or ARIES/PEGAsys SLC module, if first device on the
SLC loop (see Figure 4-8).
10. Connect terminals 3 and 4 on the PALM plug to
the SLC wiring to the next SmartOne device or
PEGAsys/ARIES module, if last device on the SLC
loop.
Figure 4-5. Typical Connection with Elutriator Installed
Directly into Detector 11. Connect terminal 5 on the PALM plug to earth ground
on the detector ground post. Ground wire is supplied
with PALM. If earth ground is not easily accessible, run
1” PIPE TO a wire from the power supply (multi-zone, self-con-
tained, PEGAsys or other UL Listed power supply) to
SAMPLING
NETWORK

the detector ground post.

1” x 3/4”
REDUCER 12. Insert 5-pin PALM plug into the PALM wiring connec-
tor.
COUPLING

3/4" NIPPLE

UNION

3/4" NIPPLE

ELUTRIATOR

3/4" COUPLING

3/4" THREADED PIPE

DETECTOR

Figure 4-6. Typical Connection with Elutriator Installed as

Part of Pipe Network

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NOTE: GROUND
GROUND WIRE SUPPLIED
WITH PALM

TERMINATION
BOARD 5
L S

4
PALM RX/TX OUT
PALM (MOUNTED INSIDE 3
ORION XT ENCLOSURE)
2
RX/TX IN
1
L S

PALM PLUG
L = POWER LIMITED CIRCUITS
S = SUPERVISED CIRCUITS

Figure 4-8. PEGAsys Addressable Loop Module

Wiring Diagram

PALM RECEPTACLE 4-5 INSTALLING THE DISPLAY MODULE

ON TERMINATION BOARD
(OPTIONAL)
The Display Module can be integrated into an ORION XT
Figure 4-7. PEGAsys Addressable Loop Module Detector or mounted remotely.
Installation Diagram
4-5.1 Detector Mounted Display Module Installation
4-4.2 Addressing and Registering the PALM
1. Remove the Display Module from its carton.
Addressing the PALM is a two step process: 2. Inspect the unit to ensure that no damage occurred dur-
4-4.2.1 ADDRESSING THE PALM WITH THE ing transit.
PEGASYS/ARIES PANEL 3. If the cover is on the Detector, remove it now according
To address the PALM, refer to the ORION Configuration the instructions in Paragraph 4-2.2.
Software User's Guide (P/N 06-236012-401) and the 4. Remove the status LED plate in the Detector cover by
PEGAsys Manual (P/N 76-100016-001) or the ARIES pushing the two retaining clips, one each side, inward
Manual (06-236530-001) and ARIES Configuration Software and pushing the plate to the front.
User's Guide (06-236530-002). 5. Fit the Display Module into the opening. If mounting the
Write the address on the PALM module with permanent Detector upside-down, the buttons of the display mod-
marker. ule will not line up with the Detector label.
6. Push the Display Module into position until it engages
4-4.2.2 REGISTERING THE PALM WITH THE with the two retaining clips.
PEGASYS/ARIES PANEL
See Paragraph 4-2.11 before replacing the cover on the
The PALM must be registered with the PEGAsys/ARIES Detector.
panel to operate properly. There are two ways to register
the PALM: 4-5.2 Installing the Remote Display Module
1. Register using the panel menu screens. Refer to Chap- The Display Module can be mounted remotely to a standard
ter 2 of the PEGAsys Manual or Chapter 2 of the 2-gang or 4" backbox, up to 1000 ft. away using 2-pair cable.
ARIES Manual. The mounting plate of the module is attached to an electri-
2. Register by entering the PALM address using PEGA- cal box by mounting screws (not supplied). A four conductor
sys Configuration Software (PCS) as described in the communications and power cable is run between the termi-
manual (P/N 06-235766-001) or in the ARIES Configu- nation board in the Detector and the terminals within the
ration Sofware (ACT) as described in the manual (P/N Display Module (see Figure 4-10).
06-236530-002).

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are at or near the bottom. Tighten the screws to secure

the backbox to the electrical box.
10. Remove and discard the wiring harness supplied with
the Display Module. The harness is only needed when
the Display Module is installed in the Detector cover.
11. Connect the wires from the Detector to the terminal
block on the Display Module in the following manner
(see Figure 4-10):
Connect TB1-12 0V, Display power (-), to position 1,
labeled 0V in the Display Module. (Push wires into the
terminal block and tighten screws.)
Connect TB1-11 +24 V, Display power (+), to position
2, labeled 24 Vdc in the Display Module.
Connect TB1-9 Display signal (+) to position 3, labeled
LCD Module (+) in the Display Module.
Connect TB1-10 Display signal (-) to position 4, labeled
(-) in the Display Module.
LID

DETECTOR
Figure 4-9. Installing the Display Module TERMINATION HEAD
BOARD REMOTE
DISPLAY
MODULE
TB1
FAN
-+ - +
Follow the procedure below to mount the Display Module: 12 11 10 9 - + -+ 24v 0v

1. Mount a 4" or 2-gang electrical box at the desired loca- RS-485

tion. 24 Vdc

2. Install screws in the front mounting holes of the electri- L = POWER LIMITED CIRCUITS
cal box, leaving the screws sticking out 1/4-inch (6 mm).
L S
S = SUPERVISED CIRCUITS

Two screws are required for 4-inch box mounting and Figure 4-10. Remote Display Wiring Diagram
four are required for 2-gang box mounting.
12. Mount the Display Module on to the backbox. Make
3. Run two pairs of wires from positions 9-12, 0-24 V, certain the top of the backbox slides under the mating
and Ext Disp +/- on termination board in the Detector tab on the Display Module. Push the wires back through
to the electrical box (see Figure 4-3 for locations on the grommet as needed to make room in the Display
the termination board). Module (see Figure 4-11).
4. Pull wires from the Detector through the conduit in the 13. Reinsert the screw at the bottom of the Display Module
electrical box leaving six inches to one foot of wire in- cover and tighten. If the screw does not line up easily
side the box. with the hole in the cover, then the Display Module was
5. Remove the Display Module from its carton. not installed on the backbox correctly.
6. Inspect the unit to ensure that no damage occurred
during transit.
7. Remove the screw at the bottom of the Display Mod-
ule, and separate the cover from the back. Note which
is the inside and the outside of the backbox. Set aside
the Display Module and screw.
8. Pull the wires from inside the electrical box through the
rubber grommet of the backbox. Be sure to pull the
wires from the back side of the backbox to the inside.
9. Take the backbox and place the back of the box over
the electrical box, matching the mounting holes on the
backbox with the screws in the electrical box. The
backbox should be oriented such that the rubber grom-
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3. Remove the crosshead screw in the recess of the cover.

Remove the cover and set it aside.
46.23 mm
1.82 2-gang mounting 4. Remove one or two knockouts on the bottom of the
Detector for the AC voltage wiring, as needed.
holes (4 places)

5. Install a ½-inch (19 mm) or ¼-inch (6 mm) nipple in the

knockout of the Detector.
6. Remove matching knockouts on the top of the power
supply (the top is the side with the ventilation holes)
and appropriate knockouts for AC input wiring.
7. Place the power supply under the Detector and slide
Grommet
4” Backbox
mounting holes
(2 places)
the nipple installed in step 4 into the knockout of the
1.56
39.5 mm
BACK
power supply. The power supply, without the cover,
SIDE should not restrict access to the locking screws on the
bottom of the Detector. The power supply should fit be-
tween these two screws to allow the detector cover to
BOTTOM
be secured and removed. Check the position of the
120.90 mm
4.76 two small posts on the top of the power supply on each
side of the ventilation holes. When the power supply is
Note: All dimensions are in
inches unless otherwise stated.
mounted the correct distance from the Detector, these
two posts should just touch the Detector.
8. Mark the location of the mounting holes on the wall
145.80 mm

(see Figure 4-12 for mounting details).

5.74

9. Drill holes and screw the power supply to the wall at

the mounting holes. (Screws are not supplied.)
10. Screw the conduit fitting nut to the nipple on the inside
FRONT
of the power supply.
11. Loosen power supply module retaining screw and shift
the power supply module to connect AC wiring (refer to
Figure 4-13 for wiring diagram).
Figure 4-11. Remote Display Module, Mounting Details
12. With the AC power switched off, bring AC input wiring
4-5.3 Display Module Software Setup (Registering through appropriate knockout and connect AC wiring
the LCD) to neutral (N) and line (L). The AC power must be an
The Display Module must be registered with the Detector emergency power circuit that is backed up by an auto-
through the OCS Version 3.0. If the Display Module is not matic starting, engine-driven generator.
registered, an “Unreg LCD” trouble will appear on the Dis- 13. Reposition module and replace retaining screws.
play Module. Refer to the ORION Configuration Software 14. Take the wiring harness with the red/black/blue wires
User's Guide (P/N 06-236012-401), for details on register- and one green/yellow wire and feed them through the
ing the LCD. conduit, into the Detector.
15. Connect the red wire to TBl-1 and the black wire to
4-6 INSTALLING SELF-CONTAINED POWER TB1-2 on the termination board.
SUPPLY (OPTIONAL) 16. Connect the blue wire to TB1-5 marked PSU Status +.
(If you are installing a power supply other than the Self-
Note: Remove the power supply terminal strip from the
Contained or Multi-Zone power supply, and the power
Detector before installing the power supply.
supply does not provide a normally low supervisory sig-
The Self-Contained Power Supply must be mounted directly nal, a jumper must be placed across PSU status +/-.)
below the Detector as follows: 17. Place the ground lug over the stud (lower left hand cor-
1. Remove the Self-Contained Power Supply from its ner of the Detector) and secure it with a nut (provided).
packaging.
! WARNING
2. Inspect the unit to ensure that no damage occurred
during transit. Use extreme care when installing batteries. The
terminals are exposed, and contact with metal
may initiate a discharge/reaction which could
cause severe bodily injury.

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18. Unwrap the two 2 AH batteries and place them inside DETECTOR

the power supply with the terminals facing the wiring

and conduit. DETECTOR
HEAD S = SUPERVISED CIRCUITS
19. Connect the blue wire to the inside most battery termi- TERMINATION
BOARD L = POWER LIMITED CIRCUITS.
nals, i.e., one end of the blue wire connects to the nega- WIRES MUST BE ROUTED
SEPARATELY FROM NON-

tive (-) terminal of the top most battery and the other TB1 POWER LIMITED CIRCUITS
FAN BY MORE THAN 1/4 IN.

end attaches to the positive (+) terminal of the bottom 5 4 3 2 1

battery.

GRN

RED
BLU

BLK
20. Connect the red wire to the positive (+) terminal on the S L
S L

top battery.
21. Connect the black wire to the negative (-) terminal of S WIRE HARNESS

the bottom battery.

22. Check all wiring connections and switch on power.
RED

23. Replace the cover back on the power supply. Secure it

BATT +
BLK
BATT –
RED

with the crosshead screw.

BLU
esw
cr
+28V
+28V

+
+
12 V 12 V BLK
0V SELF-CONTAINED
2 AH 2 AH 0V POWER SUPPLY/
FAULT BATTERY CHARGER
BATTERIES C/S
2 X P/N 297105 E
N/C
N
L
SELF-CONTAINED
POWER SUPPLY
(54.61 mm)

P/N 297104
2.15

WHT

BLK
GRN
MOUNTING TO DEDICATED
0.94 HOLES (2) 120 or 240 VAC EMERGENCY POWER CIRCUIT
(23.8 mm)
9.35
(237.49 mm)
2.63
(66.80 mm)
Figure 4-13. Self-Contained Power Supply
0.94
(23.8 mm) Wiring Diagram

4-7 INSTALLING THE MULTI-ZONE POWER

SUPPLY (OPTIONAL)
(25.4 mm)
1.00

ATTENTION
OBSERVE PRECAUTIONS
FOR HANDLING
ELECTROSTATIC
10.10 SENSITIVE
(256.54 mm) DEVICES
10.85
(275.59 mm)
ANTISTATIC PRECAUTIONS
When handling any electric components or
circuit boards, antistatic precautions must be
(115.57 mm)
(105.41 mm)

Note: All dimension in inches

4.55

carried out. Failure to do so may result in

unless otherwise stated.
4.15

component damage.
(53.09 mm)
2.09

4-7.1 Mount the Power Supply Enclosures

The enclosure (P/N 77-297107-000) is designed for sur-
face mounting and has four mounting holes, as shown in
Figure 4-14. Mount the enclosure before installing the power
Figure 4-12. Self-Contained Power Supply supply module or the batteries. Because of the weight of
Back-Box Mounting Details the power supply, ¼-inch mounting hardware is recom-
mended. If using a secondary enclosure, it should be
mounted immediately adjacent to the primary enclosure.
After the enclosure is mounted, connect the conduit and
pull in the field wiring.
Note: For ULC Listed installations, locate the power sup-
ply enclosure adjacent to a control unit that will show
power-on with a green indicator.

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! CAUTION
The power supply enclosure is designed for
surface mounting and should be mounted
before assembly. The weight of the assembly
with batteries is substantial. Be sure that the
wall-loading limit is not exceeded and the
weight can be supported when the completed
assembly is mounted.
4-7.2 Configuring the Power Supply for a Second
Battery Bank
A system may include two additional batteries in a second
enclosure. The power supply module is shipped from the
factory configured for supervising the two batteries in the
main enclosure. If using the second pair of batteries, jump-
ers W1 and W2 must be moved from position BC to posi-
tion AB. See location in Figure 4-15.
Note: Failure to place W1 and W2 in the correct posi-
tions will disable battery supervision or give a false
battery trouble indication.

15.5
(393.7 mm)
13.5
(342.9 mm) KNOCKOUT SET
3.5 TYP. (4) TOP & .281 DIA
(88.9 mm) (2) BOTH SIDES (7.14 mm).
1.5 1/2” (.875 DIA.[22.23 mm]) &
(38.1 mm) 3/4” (1.125 DIA.[28.57 mm]) .437 (11.10 mm)

1.25
.5 DIA. (12.7 mm)
(31.75 mm)
2.0 (50.8 mm)

6.25 17.0
(158.75 mm) (431.8 mm)
5.5 14.5
17.25 (139.7 mm) (368.3 mm)
1.25 1.25 1.0 (25.4 mm)
(438.15 mm) (31.75 mm) (31.75 mm)

4.0
(101.6 mm)

12.0 (304.8 mm)

14.0 (355.6 mm)

.281 HOLE DIA.

(7.14 mm)

Figure 4-14. Multi-Zone Enclosure Mounting Details

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4-7.3 Configuring the Trouble Relay 7. Connect the Trouble Relay wiring and EOL resistor to
terminals as shown in the wiring diagram.
The power supply is factory set for Normally Closed trouble
relay contacts as this is that is required for terminals 5 and 8. If the Battery Strap Kit (P/N 77-297113-000) is being
6 on the Detector. IF the power supply will be monitored by used, install them at this time. With the Velcro® side of
a control unit with Normally Open contacts, a specific EOL the strap facing you, thread each strap down through
(End-of-Line) resistor to match the control unit must be in- the front slot and then up through the rear slot in the
stalled. For Normally Open trouble relay contacts, move bottom of the enclosure.
jumper W3 from N.C. to N.O. See location in Figure 4-15. 9. Place the two batteries(P/N 77-297108-000) in the cabi-
net, but do not make any connections at this time.
Note: Do not install a battery set with an open-circuit volt-
GROUND FAULT LED
BATTERY OPERATION LED age less than 22 Vdc.
BATTERY TROUBLE LED
W2 BATTERY JUMPER 10. If the Battery Strap Kit (P/N 77-297113-000) is being
used, wrap a strap around the battery so that the plas-
LOAD1
(+) (-)
TB3

C B A
tic buckle is in front of the battery. Making certain that
there are no kinks or twists in the strap, thread the end
TB2
through the plastic buckle, and tighten it. Secure the
(+)
LOAD2
(-) end of the strap by mating the two Velcro sides. Re-
peat for the other battery.
(+)
BATT1
(-)

11. Securely fasten the Red and Black battery cables from
(+)
BATT2

the batteries to the power supply module as shown in

(-)
NO/NC COM

the wiring diagram. Battery cables with bolts and lock-

TROUBLE
N.C.
N.O.

nuts are supplied with the enclosure.

C B A Note: Exercise caution and do not touch the battery ter-
minal or bare end of the connected battery cable
W3 TROUBLE
RELAY to any metal surface.
CONNECTION
AC ON LED W1 BATTERY JUMPER
12. Securely fasten the center link between the batteries
as shown in the wiring diagram. The center link with
bolts and locknuts is supplied with the enclosure.
Figure 4-15. Multi-Zone Power Supply Note: Exercise caution and do not touch the battery ter-
Configuration Jumpers minal or bare ends of the connected center link to
4-7.4 Installing and Wiring the Multi-Zone Power any metal surface.
Supply Module and Batteries 13. Check all wiring connections.
Do not proceed with this step until after the power supply 14. Switch on AC power. The green AC ON LED will light.
enclosure has been mounted and the configuration jump- Note that the battery will not power the system until AC
ers have been correctly set. Refer Figures 4-16 and 4-17. power is supplied.
POWER SUPPLY

Note: Remove the power supply terminal strip from the

MOUNTING SCREWS

Detector before installing the power supply.

POWER SUPPLY MODULE

1. Mount the P/N 77-297106-000 power supply module in

POWER SUPPLY
ENCLOSURE

the enclosure using the four #6-32 screws provided with GROUND
LUG
1
LOAD(-)
CR19

(+)
R47

the enclosure.
C
TB3

28VD (-)
(+)
TB1

TB2

R19
RT3
R23
(-) (+)
(+) (-)
RV101

RT4
LOAD2
C103

CR17

R22 R101
R107
C2 W2 R21 C101 R104
Q1

R13 K1
A
C B R9
Q6
Q7 R105
CR18
(+) (-)

R10 R102
D

C13 CR16
BATT1

U101
C102
CR101 RT1
Q15 R8 R15 CR2
BATT U3 R103
Q2
Q3

BATT TBL Q4
Q102
R50

GND OPR
R109

2. Securely fasten the green ground wire on the power

CR6
R106

FLT
R108
Q101

R46
(+) (-)

DS2
BATT2

R6
DS3
DS1
R7
R11
CR4 Q9 C104
RT2
BLACK LEAD TO
CR102

R35 R201
R45 R49 CR3
R209

CR8
R204
R206

R34 Q103 RV201

NO/NC COM

+
POWER SUPPLY
C202

C11
TROUBLE

CR9 R202
Q16 R14
C201

R205
U2
R12

+ R203
U201

C8
R207
R208

1
N.O.

C5 CR20
N.C.

MODULE
R16

supply module to the ground lug on the enclosure us-

Q11
Q202

CR10 C4 C9
R37 C203
Q201
R48
R42 C204 W3
Q13 R36
CR202

CR13
CR11 R20
R31

K2
Q14

CR12
R38 R27 CR5
C7
C12
C6
Q203
R28
R29

C3
R30

R43
CR15

R33
R32

CR7

R44 U1
R25
Q12

C10 R41
+

R18

R5

ing the #8-32 screws and the two washers provided

C1 R26
-001
Q10

CR14
CR1 857
R39
06-129
Q8

R51

R1
R40 R24
R3 R17
R4
R2 C14
Q5

W1
A
CB

with the enclosure. –

3. Remove the cover on the AC terminal block. + CENTER LINK
– BAT
TER
Y
P HR
.)
4. With the AC power switched OFF, connect the AC RED LEAD TO
C, 33
A M
+
POWER SUPPLY
D
MODULE Y (12 V
wiring to the terminal block HOT, NEUT and GND as BAT
TER
HR.)
A P
M
shown in the wiring diagram. (12 V
D C, 33

5. Replace the cover on the AC terminal block. OPTIONAL

BATTERY STRAP

6. Connect Load1 and Load2 wiring to terminals as shown

in the wiring diagram.
Figure 4-16. Multi-Zone Power Supply/
Battery Mounting
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TERMINATION DETECTOR
BOARD HEAD

TB1

STATUS - + - + FAN
GROUND LUG 6 5 4 3 2 1
TERMINAL CUP WASHER
GROUND WIRE GROUND LUG ON
ENCLOSURE NOTE 4
(SEE DETAIL) RED

LOCK WASHER GROUND WIRE ON BLK TO NEXT DETECTOR

GROUND SCREW POWER SUPPLY IF USED
L S
NOTE 1 DETECTOR
+ -
RED
LOAD2 +
GROUND LUG ON ENCLOSURE
L = POWER LIMITED CIRCUITS. WIRES MUST LOAD1 - TERMINATION DETECTOR
BE ROUTED SEPARATELY FROM NON-POWER (SEE DETAIL) BLK
POWER + BOARD HEAD
LIMITED WIRES BY MORE THAN 1/4 INCH SUPPLY BATT1
-
MODULE
S = SUPERVISED CIRCUITS. (P/N 77-297106-000) BATT2 +
L S TB1
BLK -
NOTES: HOT
WHT N.C.

4-15
NEUT TROUBLE STATUS - + - + FAN
1. TO DETERMINE MAXIMUM LENGTH, PERFORM GRN RELAY
GND COM
VOLTAGE-DROP CALCULATION USING WIRE 6 5 4 3 2 1
RESISTANCE AND TOTAL CIRCUIT CURRENT.
2. BATTERY CABLES ARE SUPPLIED WITH THE RED
TO BLK
ENCLOSURE. + - + -
DEDICATED
3. IF FIVE TO EIGHT DETECTORS (297101) 120/240 Vac BATTERY BATTERY
ARE INSTALLED, THE SECOND BATTERY CIRCUIT 12V 33 AH 12V 33 AH
ENCLOSURE WILL BE NECESSARY TO SUPPLY (P/N 77-297108-000 (P/N 77-297108-000 TO NEXT DETECTOR
PROPER 24-HOUR BATTERY BACK-UP. ENCLOSURE (P/N 77-297107-000) IF USED
S
4. DETECTOR TERMINATION BOARD TERMINALS NOTE 2
TB1-5 AND TB1-6 (PSU STATUS) SHOULD BE
JUMPERED TOGETHER ON ALL DETECTORS,
EXCEPT THE FIRST ZONE IN A SYSTEM. THE
FIRST ZONE SHOULD BE WIRED TO THE RED
BLK S
TROUBLE RELAY AS SHOWN. + - + -
NOTE 2
NOTE 3 BATTERY BATTERY
12V 33 AH 12V 33 AH
(P/N 77-297108-000 (P/N 77-297108-000
ENCLOSURE (P/N 297107-000)

Figure 4--17. Multi-Zone Power Supply Wiring Diagram

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4-8.2 Connecting the IIM to a Control Unit

4-8 INSTALLING THE INTELLIGENT
INTERFACE MODULE (OPTIONAL) 4-8.2.1 RS-232 CONNECTION TO ARIES
CONTROL UNIT
The Intelligent Interface Module (IIM) can be connected
directly to the ARIES Panel via the RS-232 connection or Connect the RS-232 cable from J1 CCM on the IIM to the
to other control units via its relays. To connect the IIM to the RS-232 PC port on the ARIES Control Unit as shown in
ARIES Panel, see Paragraph 4-8.2.1, Figures 4-19 and 4- Figure 4-19 and Figure 4-20.
20, and the instructions in the ARIES Installation, Opera- 4-8.2.2 RELAY CONTACT WIRING TO OTHER
tion, and Maintenance Manual (P/N 06-236530-001). To FIRE ALARM UNITS
connect the IIM via relays, see Paragraph 4-8.2.2.
Connect the relay wiring as described in the procedure be-
Note: All installation work should be performed by fac- low and 4-21 and Figure 4-22.
tory trained technicians and installed in accordance
1. Connect the wiring from trouble relay to a trouble moni-
with applicable installation requirements.
toring circuit.
4-8.1 Mounting the Intelligent Interface Module 2. If used, terminate the wiring at the IIM and install the
Follow these steps to install an IIM. resistors at the devices connected to the Auxiliary in-
puts, as shown in Figure 4-21. Install
1. Remove the IIM with enclosure from the shipping 5.6k ohm (0.5 W) resistors on the "Auxiliary Alarm In"
carton. and "Auxiliary Trouble In" terminals, if these inputs are
2. Inspect the hardware to insure that no damage occurred not used.
during transit.
4-8.3 Wiring the RS-485 Network to Detectors
3. Ensure that the kit contains the following items:
The following is a list of RS-485 network design
2 - E.O.L Resistors (5.6k ohm 0.5 W) parameters.
1 – Ground Lug Washer 1. Style 6 wiring, as shown in Figure 4-19 and Figure
2 – Ground Lug Nut 4-21, is the preferred wiring because it provides the
greatest reliability. For Style 6 each pair of wires must
1 – IIM in a key locked enclosure, with 2 lugs be in separate conduit.
2. If the IIM is installed in a Style 4 configuration to the
! CAUTION
detectors (see Figure 4-20 and Figure 4-22), the RS-
All personnel installing or servicing the IIM 485 termination load on the last Detector should be con-
equipment must wear a grounding strap when nected. This is done by setting both sides of the
working with the module to avoid generating M/TERM switch on the termination board to the ON
static electricity which can destroy integrated position.
circuits. 3. The network cable must be twisted, shielded pair with
a minimum gauge of 18 AWG (0.75 mm²) and a maxi-
! WARNING mum of 12 AWG (2.5 mm²) wire.
Do not connect or disconnect any wiring on the 4. Maximum distance for entire vertical loop is
IIM with the power supply connected. 4000 ft. (1200 m).
4. Mount the enclosure using No.10 (5 mm) hardware as 5. Up to 127 detectors may be connected to the network.
close as possible to the control unit cabinet. This en- Each detector must have its unique address set on its
closure is designed to be surface mounted. DIP switches. (See Figure 4-18.)
5. Connect the conduit to concentric 1/2" (19 mm) or 3/4"
(25 mm) knockouts in the enclosure, as needed, and
pull in field wiring.
6. Connect the 24 Vdc power supply cable to the IIM. 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

7. Power must be supplied from a UL Listed, FM Approved ON

ADDRESS 1

or ULC Listed power supply for fire protection signal- 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

ling use or the ARIES Control Unit Auxillary output. ADDRESS 20

ON

8. Connect ground wire to grounding lug and fasten with 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

the ground lug nut. ADDRESS 32
ON

9. Terminate grounding shield to the IIM enclosure ground

lug. Figure 4-18. RS-485 Network Address Examples

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IIM (SEE NOTE 5)

TB1
L SEE NOTE 2 1 +24VDC
ARIES
2 DC GND (SEE NOTE 6)

SHIELD
SEE NOTE 4
BLK
{ 3
4
5 - RS485
RED + CHANNEL 1
6
7 - RS485
8 + CHANNEL 2
24 VDC BLK
9
AUX OUT
AUX ALARM IN
RED
10 J1
PC
CCM
SEE NOTE 4 PORT
PC
TEL
11
AUX TROUBLE IN
12

MODULAR RS-232 CABLE

INBOUND (RETURN) WIRING MUST BE

ROUTED SEPARATELY FROM OUTBOUND WIRING

DETECTOR DETECTOR

DETECTOR DETECTOR
TERMINATION HEAD TERMINATION HEAD
BOARD BOARD

TB1 TB1

- + - + FAN - + - + FAN
16 15 14 13 16 15 14 13

DETAIL 1
M/TERM SWITCH
BLK
RED OFF POSITION

ON POSITION
127 MAXIMUM DETECTORS

SEE NOTE 3

S L

L = POWER LIMITED CIRCUITS

S = SUPERVISED CIRCUITS
NOTES:
1. TERMINATION BOARD M/TERM SWITCHES 1 AND 2 TO OFF FOR ALL DETECTORS.
2. ONE END OF SHIELD IS TO BE CONNECTED TO EARTH GROUND AT ARIES PANEL.
3. CABLE IS TO BE 2 CONDUCTOR, TWISTED SHIELDED PAIR. 18 AWG. MIN. MAX DISTANCE FOR ENTIRE LOOP IS 4000 FT.
4. THESE INPUTS ARE NOT USED WHEN CONNECTING TO THE KIDDE ARIES PANEL.
5. IIM PART NUMBERS: 77-297114-001 OR 77-297114-002.
6. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE ARIES FACP, REFER TO THE ARIES MANUAL (P/N 06-236530-001).

Figure 4-19. Intelligent Interface Module, Connected to ARIES FACP with Detectors in Class A, Style 6 Wiring

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IIM (SEE NOTE 5)

TB1
L SEE NOTE 2 1 +24VDC
ARIES
2 DC GND
(SEE NOTE 6)
SHIELD
SEE NOTE 4
BLK
{ 3
4
5 - RS485
RED + CHANNEL 1
6
7 - RS485
8 + CHANNEL 2
9
BLK
AUX ALARM IN 24 VDC
AUX OUT
10 J1 RED
PC
CCM
SEE NOTE 4 PORT
PC
TEL
11
AUX TROUBLE IN
12

MODULAR RS-232 CABLE

RS 485 CONNECTION CABLE

DETECTOR LAST DETECTOR (SEE NOTE 1)

DETECTOR DETECTOR
TERMINATION HEAD TERMINATION HEAD
BOARD BOARD

TB1 TB1

- + - + FAN - + - + FAN
16 15 14 13 16 15 14 13

DETAIL 1
M/TERM SWITCH
BLK
RED OFF POSITION

ON POSITION
127 MAXIMUM DETECTORS

SEE NOTE 3
S L

L = POWER LIMITED CIRCUITS

S = SUPERVISED CIRCUITS
NOTES:
1. EOL RESISTORS TO BE SET ON LAST DETECTOR BY SETTING TERMINATION BOARD M/TERM SWITCHES 1 AND 2 TO ON, AND OFF FOR ALL OTHER DETECTORS
(SEE DETAIL 1).
2. ONE END OF SHIELD IS TO BE CONNECTED TO EARTH GROUND AT ARIES PANEL.
3. CABLE IS TO BE 2 CONDUCTOR, TWISTED SHIELDED PAIR. 18 AWG. MIN. MAX DISTANCE FOR ENTIRE LOOP IS 4000 FT.
4. THESE INPUTS ARE NOT USED WHEN CONNECTING TO THE ARIES FACP.
5. IIM PART NUMBERS: 77-297114-001 OR 77-297114-002.
6. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE ARIES FACP, REFER TO THE ARIES MANUAL (P/N 06-236530-001).

Figure 4-20. Intelligent Interface Module, Connected to ARIES FACP, Class B, Style 4 Wiring

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L S

IIM (SEE NOTE 6)

CONTROL PANEL

TB1

DC GND
24 VDC
L SEE NOTE 2 1 +24VDC
TROUBLE
2 DC GND
INPUT
3 TBL OUT
SEE NOTE 4
4 TBL OUT POWER SUPPLY
BLK
5 - RS485 WITH BATTERY BACKUP
RED
+ CHANNEL 1 UL LISTED OR FM APPROVED
6
FOR FIRE PROTECTION
7 - RS485 SIGNALING USE
8 + CHANNEL 2
9
COMMON AUX ALARM IN
L S
ALARM
10

11
COMMON CONNECT GND STUD
L S AUX TROUBLE IN
TROUBLE TO EARTH GND
12
OPTIONAL CONNECTIONS

LISTED
5.6K
EOL
RESISTOR
(06-129611-005)

DETECTOR DETECTOR

DETECTOR DETECTOR
TERMINATION HEAD TERMINATION HEAD
BOARD BOARD

NOTE 5 NOTE 5
TB1 TB1

- + - + FAN - + - + FAN
16 15 14 13 16 15 14 13

BLK

RED

DETAIL 1
127 MAXIMUM DETECTORS
M/TERM SWITCH
SEE NOTE 3
OFF POSITION
S L
ON POSITION
L = POWER LIMITED CIRCUITS
S = SUPERVISED CIRCUITS
NOTES:
1. TERMINATION BOARD M/TERM SWITCHES 1 AND 2 TO OFF FOR ALL DETECTORS.
2. ONE END OF SHIELD IS TO BE CONNECTED TO EARTH GROUND AT IIM.
3. CABLE IS TO BE 2 CONDUCTOR, TWISTED SHIELDED PAIR. 18 AWG. MIN. MAX DISTANCE FOR ENTIRE LOOP IS 4000 FT.
4. EOL RESISTOR AS REQUIRED BY CONTROL PANEL FOR SUPERVISION.
5. IN THIS CONFIGURATION, THE TB2 OUTPUT RELAYS ON THE DETECTOR MUST BE WIRED TO THE
CONTROL PANEL (SEE FIGURE 4-3).
6. IIM PART NUMBERS: 77-297114-001OR 77-297114-002.

Figure 4-21. Intelligent Interface Module Connected to FACP in Stand Alone Mode with Detectors in Class A, Style 6
Wiring

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L S

CONTROL PANEL
IIM (SEE NOTE 6)

TB1

DC GND
24 VDC
L SEE NOTE 2 1 +24VDC
TROUBLE
2 DC GND
INPUT
3 TBL OUT
SEE NOTE 4
4 TBL OUT POWER SUPPLY
BLK
5 - RS485 WITH BATTERY BACKUP
RED
+ CHANNEL 1 UL LISTED OR FM APPROVED
6
FOR FIRE PROTECTION
7 - RS485 SIGNALING USE
8 + CHANNEL 2
9
COMMON AUX ALARM IN
L S
ALARM
10

11
COMMON CONNECT GND STUD
L S AUX TROUBLE IN
TROUBLE TO EARTH GND
12
OPTIONAL CONNECTIONS

LISTED
5.6K
EOL
RESISTOR
(06-129611-005)

DETECTOR LAST DETECTOR (SEE NOTE 1)

DETECTOR DETECTOR
TERMINATION HEAD TERMINATION HEAD
BOARD BOARD

NOTE 5 NOTE 5
TB1 TB1

- + - + FAN - + - + FAN
16 15 14 13 16 15 14 13

DETAIL 1
BLK
M/TERM SWITCH
RED
OFF POSITION

127 MAXIMUM DETECTORS ON POSITION

SEE NOTE 3
S L

L = POWER LIMITED CIRCUITS

S = SUPERVISED CIRCUITS
NOTES:
1. EOL RESISTORS TO BE SET ON LAST DETECTOR BY SETTING TERMINATION BOARD M/TERM SWITCHES 1 AND 2 TO ON, AND OFF FOR ALL OTHER DETECTORS.
2. ONE END OF SHIELD IS TO BE CONNECTED TO EARTH GROUND AT IIM.
3. CABLE IS TO BE 2 CONDUCTOR, TWISTED SHIELDED PAIR. 18 AWG. MIN. MAX DISTANCE FOR ENTIRE LOOP IS 4000 FT.
4. EOL RESISTOR AS REQUIRED BY CONTROL PANEL FOR SUPERVISION.
5. IN THIS CONFIGURATION, THE TB2 OUTPUT RELAYS ON THE DETECTOR MUST BE WIRED TO THE CONTROL PANEL (SEE FIGURE 4-3.)
6. IIM PART NUMBERS: 77-297114-001 OR 77-297114-002.

Figure 4-22 Intelligent Interface Module Connected to FACP in Stand Alone Mode with Detectors in Class B, Style 4
Wiring

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4-8.3 Setting Detector Address 7. Trouble conditions must be viewed by using the OCS
software. Refer to the ORION Configuration Software
With the Detector network address DIP switches, set each
User's Guide (P/N 06-236012-401).
detector on the network with a unique address. See Ap-
pendix A for the Detector Addresses. 8. A RAM configuration trouble will still be present and
can only be cleared by operating Reset from OCS.
4-8.4 Installation Checks
9. If a Display Module is used , it must be registered us-
Before powering up the IIM for the first time ensure that the ing OCS.
following checks have been completed: 10. Correct any other trouble conditions. Trouble conditions
1. The IIM is secured correctly. are non-latching and will clear automatically. Refer to
2. The IIM wiring is connected correctly. the chapter titled Trouble Shooting and Corrective Main-
tenance for further information
3. The DIP switch on each termination board in the De-
tector is set to the correct address. 11. Ensure the Detector is now at Status Normal.

4-8.5 Connecting a Telephone Line to the

Intelligent Interface Module (Optional)
If the IIM has an optional modem, follow these steps to
install a telephone line to the IIM.
1. A standard telephone line terminating in an RJ-11 jack
should be installed adjacent to the IIM.
2. Connect an RJ-11 cable from the "TEL" connector on
the IIM to the telephone jack.
4-8.6 Software Configuration
To configure the IIM, refer to the OCS Version 3.0 Software
Manual.

4-9 INITIAL POWER-UP

After all wiring is completed and checked, the system can
be powered-up as described below. If a computer running
OCS can be connected to the Detector, it will be easier to
determine and diagnose trouble conditions if any.
Note: OCS is an integral part of the ORION XT configu-
ration and power-up. Ensure that the necessary
programming procedures for OCS are followed
(see Chapter 4).
1. Check that all piping has been installed according to
the design drawings and all joints and connections are
sealed.
2. Remove the detector cover in accordance with Para-
graph 4-2.2. Place a jumper on LK3 located on the ter-
mination board. This will connect the memory backup
battery.
3. Connect the PSU terminal strip to the termination board
to power-up.
4. The “POWER ON LED” on the termination board should
now be lit.
5. The Detector will be in trouble and the yellow LED will
be lit.
6. If the Display Module is attached, it will indicate trouble
and the internal sounder will operate intermittently.

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CHAPTER 5
SYSTEM DESIGN

5-1 INTRODUCTION 5-3 PIPE NETWORK DESIGN TERMS

AND DETAILS
This chapter contains instructions required for a proper
system design. Most of this chapter covers the pipe net- The terms in the following paragraphs are used in the de-
work design, which must be accomplished prior to installa- sign of a pipe network for the ORION XT system. It is im-
tion of any components of the ORION™ XT High-Sensitivity portant to become familiar with these terms and their
Smoke Detector system. meanings prior to designing the pipe network.
5-3.1 Air Sampling Pipe Network
5-2 DETECTOR An air sampling pipe network is an arrangement of pipes
The ORION XT Detector has a dynamic sensitivity range located within the protected area through which air is drawn
of 0.00075 to 0.30%/ft. (0.0025 to 1.0%/m) obscuration. back to the detector to be analyzed. Piping may be metallic
The maximum protected area for one ORION XT system or non-metallic and must be smooth bore.
is 20,000 square feet (2000 square meters). Typical appli- Note: It is important to ensure that all joints in the sam-
cations for these sensitivity ranges are listed below. pling pipe network are airtight and that the system
Table 5-1. Sensitivity Ranges is adequately supported to prevent air leakage, as
this could affect system performance.
SENSITIVITY RANGES
Clear pipe should not be used within 10 feet
% /ft. % /m (3 meters) of the Detector input. This is to prevent
light from penetrating the pipe walls and causing a
0.30000 - 0.07500 1.00000 - 0.25000
false obscuration reading.
0.24000 - 0.04800 0.80000 - 0.16000
5-3.2 Air Velocity
0.18000 - 0.04000 0.60000 - 0.13000
Air velocity is the velocity of air that passes a sample hole.
0.16000 - 0.03000 0.55000 - 0.10000 The air velocity can be measured with a hand held anemom-
0.15000 - 0.02400 0.50000 - 0.08000 eter (see Figure 5-1). Hold the meter near the proposed
position of the sampling point and rotate the meter to ob-
0.13000 - 0.02000 0.45000 - 0.06500
tain the maximum reading. All related building systems that
0.12000 - 0.01600 0.40000 - 0.05500 may have an effect on the airflow patters of the protected
0.11000 - 0.01500 0.35000 - 0.05000
area, such as HVAC systems, should be operating when
the measurements are taken. These measurements must
0.10000 - 0.01500 0.32500 - 0.04500 be recorded for use when designing the pipe network in
0.09000 - 0.01200 0.30000 - 0.04000 “SNIFF” Version 3.
0.08250 - 0.01000 0.27500 - 0.03500

0.75000 - 0.00900 0.25000 - 0.03000

0.06750 - 0.00750 0.22500 - 0.02500

0.06000 - 0.00600 0.20000 - 0.02000

0.05250 - 0.00450 0.17500 - 0.01500

0.04500 - 0.00300 0.15000 - 0.01000

0.03750 - 0.00225 0.12500 - 0.00750

0.03000 - 0.00150 0.10000 - 0.00500

0.02250 - 0.00110 0.07500 - 0.00375

Figure 5-1. Anemometer
0.01500 - 0.00075 0.05000 - 0.00250

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5-3.3 Branch Point 5-3.9 Extended Sampling Point (ESP)

A branch point is the point where a pipe segment has been Extended sampling points are extensions of pipe from the
divided into two or more pipe segments by a tee connector pipe segment to the area being protected. A typical use of
or a junction box. an extended sampling point would be to drop a sampling
point down from the main pipe segment into the protected
5-3.4 Elutriator
area.
An elutriator (P/N 77-297112-000) is an inertial particle sepa-
5-3.10 Sampling Point (SP)
rator that may be used on the pipe intake of an ORION XT
Detector. It will remove heavier particulate from the sampled Sampling Points are plastic pipe network fittings designed
air before it enters the Detector. for drop ceiling installations and flame retardant to meet
UL 268 flame tests. The sample point is connected to the
5-3.5 Elbow, Standard 45 Degree
pipe network by 3/8-inch (9.5 mm) capillary tubing and is
A standard 45 degree elbow is similar to that used in the pre-drilled with a 1/32-inch sample hole. This is the small-
plumbing industry. Two 45 degree elbows can be used as a est hole that “SNIFF” Version 3 uses in pipe network calcu-
substitute for one 90 degree elbow to reduce the resistance lations.
of the system and decrease the system transport time.
The Sampling Point Kit (P/N 77-297109-000) contains 25
5-3.6 Elbow, Standard 90 Degree sets of sample points, female and male 1/2-inch NPT cap-
illary tube adapters and sample point labels. Capillary tub-
A standard 90 degree elbow is similar to that used in the
ing is available in a 250 ft. roll (P/N 77-297110-000) and is
plumbing industry. Each elbow increases the resistance of
UL 1820 rated for use in plenum applications.
the system. Systems should be designed to minimize the
number of elbows. 5-3.11 Junction Boxes
5-3.7 Sweep Elbow For sampling systems with more than three pipe segments,
it is recommended that a junction box be used in place of
A sweep elbow is the type used in making electrical con-
standard tees. A square type electrical junction box is rec-
duit bends. Sweep elbows have a longer radius than stan-
ommended and should be the outdoor variety with a gas-
dard elbows. A sweep elbow will minimize the friction loss
ket between the cover and the box. The box must have a
when making a 90 degree bend resulting in quicker trans-
total volume limit of 144 cubic inches (2371 cubic centime-
port times. The sweep elbow is preferred for air sampling
ters) and must be completely sealed to prevent air leak-
systems (available in electrical conduit fittings).
age. Up to seven pipes can be connected to the junction
5-3.8 Equivalent Feet box. The pipes should be laid out in a symmetrical arrange-
A method used to determine relative efficiencies of differ- ment with no pipe connected to either the top or bottom of
ent types of plumbing. 1 foot (3 meters) of straight pipe the junction box (see Figure 5-2).
equals 1 equivalent foot (3 equivalent meters). The follow- TO
SAMPLING
PIPE
TO
SAMPLING
PIPE
ing table gives the equivalent measurement for different
size and types of elbows. This data becomes critical when
the maximum allowed pipe lengths are being approached TO JUNCTION TO
SAMPLING
TO JUNCTION TO
SAMPLING

(see Table 5-2).

DETECTOR BOX DETECTOR BOX
PIPE PIPES

Table 5-2. Elbow Equivalent Feet ACCEPTABLE ACCEPTABLE

TO TO
SAMPLING SAMPLING
PIPE PIPE
1 in. 0.75 in. 0.5 in.
Elbow ID TO
(32 mm ) (25 mm) (20 mm) SAMPLING
PIPES

2.25 ft. 2.00 ft. 1.50 ft.

Standard 90° Elbow
(0.69 meters) (0.61 meters) (0.46 meters)

Standard 45°/ 1.40 ft. 1.00 ft. 0.75 ft. TO JUNCTION TO TO JUNCTION
SAMPLING SAMPLING PIPES
DETECTOR BOX BOX
PIPES
Sweep Elbow (0.43 meters) (0.31 meters) (0.23 meters) TO
DETECTOR

ACCEPTABLE UNACCEPTABLE

TO
SAMPLING
PIPES

Figure 5-2. Junction Boxes for Pipe Segments

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5-3.12 Pipe Segment 5-3.16 Suction Pressure

A length of pipe with or without sampling holes with nomi- Suction Pressure is the amount of suction, measured in
nal internal diameters of 1-inch, 3/4-inch or 1/2-inch (32 inches of water column, available at each sample hole.
mm, 25 mm or 20 mm). A pipe segment is defined as the Suction pressure can be measured with a magnehelic pres-
total length of pipe in any of the following: sure gauge, P/N 77-297122-000 (see Figure 5-3).
1. From Detector to pipe end. Suction pressure of each sampling hole should be mea-
2. From Detector to branch point. sured and recorded at commissioning. The suction pres-
3. From branch point to another branch point. sure of the last sample hole in each pipe branch should be
measured during periodic follow-up maintenance visits and
4. From branch point to pipe end. compared to the commissioning data. If the suction pres-
5-3.13 Sampling Hole sure has significantly changed since commissioning, check
the pipe network for any blockages or breaks and check
Sampling holes are strategically located penetrations into
the functionality of the fan. Suction pressure measurement
a pipe segment through which air is drawn into the sam-
instructions are covered in Paragraph 5-4.
pling system. Refer to NFPA-72 or other local authorities
for sample hole spacing requirements. The sampling hole
size is calculated using "SNIFF" Version 3 software. INCHES OF WATER

5-3.14 System Transport Time .40 .60 .80

.20 1.
System Transport Time is the time required for smoke to 0 0
MAGNEHELIC
travel from the farthest sampling hole in the system to the
Detector.
Note: NFPA-72 requires 120 second maximum transport
time. Any UL Listed, ULC Listed or FM Approved
system must have a transport time of 120 seconds.
Figure 5-3. Magnehelic Gauge
5-3.15 UL Listing for Open Area Protection
For installations that require spot detectors to meet UL Open
Area Protection Listing, an ORION XT system may be used 5-4 ZONES OF VARYING STATIC PRESSURE
as a substitute for spot detection where each spot detector ORION XT Detectors should not be installed in areas where
is replaced with an ORION XT sampling hole. To meet UL the ambient pressure is positive relative to the ambient pres-
requirements for Open Area Protection, the detector sensi- sure surrounding the piping. However, the Detectors may
tivity setting must be in accordance with Table 5-3. be installed in areas containing static pressures that are
Table 5-3. Minimum Detector Sensitivity Setting for negative with respect to where the piping is installed. One
UL Open Area Listing ORION XT Detector can protect multiple areas of differing
static pressures. “SNIFF” Version 3 software can size the
MINIMUM sampling holes to compensate for protected areas with dif-
PROTECTED AREA
SENSITIVITY SETTING ferent static pressures.
Square feet Square meters % /ft. % /m 5-4.1 Measuring Static Pressure Differential
< 3500 < 350 0.2400 - 0.0480 0.8000- 0.1600 Static pressure differential can be measured with a mag-
3500 - 8999 350 - 849 0.1800 - 0.0400 0.6000 - 0.1300 nehelic pressure gauge, P/N 77-297122-000. To measure
differential pressure, connect tubing from the greater of two
9000 - 10999 850 - 999 0.1600 - 0.0300 0.5500 - 0.1000 pressure sources to either high pressure port and the lower
11000 - 11499 1000 - 1099 0.1500 - 0.0240 0.5000 - 0.0800 to either low pressure port. Plug both unused ports. Read
the static pressure differential on the gauge, making cer-
11500 - 13999 1100 - 1299 0.1300 - 0.0200 0.4500 - 0.0650
tain that the magnehelic gauge is held parallel to the floor.
14000 - 14999 1300 - 1399 0.1200 - 0.0160 0.4000 - 0.0550

15000 - 16499 1400 - 1499 0.1100 - 0.0150 0.3500 - 0.0500

16500 - 17499 1500 - 1599 0.1000 - 0.0150 0.3250 - 0.0450

17500 - 18499 1600 - 1699 0.0900 - 0.0120 0.3000 - 0.0400

18500 - 19499 1700 - 1799 0.0825 - 0.0100 0.2750 - 0.0350

19500 - 20000 1800 - 2000 0.0750 - 0.0090 0.2500 - 0.0300

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5-5 PIPE NETWORK SAMPLING TYPES 5-6 SELECTING A SAMPLING METHOD

The ORION XT Detector can be designed with three basic The application often dictates the sampling method for the
pipe network sampling types: distributed pipe network sam- ORION XT system. The following list of typical applications
pling, return air grill sampling or return air duct sampling. can be used as a guideline for sampling method selection.
5-5.1 Distributed Pipe Network Sampling 5-6.1 Telephone Central Offices
Distributed pipe network sampling is the most common type Distributed pipe network sampling combined with return air
of sampling system. A distributed pipe network is a net- grill sampling is recommended for telephone central offices.
work of pipes that extend into the protected area with stra- If the offices have cable trays above the equipment racks,
tegically located sampling holes for drawing air into the two levels of distributed pipe network sampling is recom-
system. mended. One level of extended sampling points would be
at ceiling level and a second level would be below the cable
All ORION XT distributed pipe networks are designed with
trays just above the equipment racks. The two levels can
“SNIFF” Version 3. The piping network can be symmetrical
be designed two ways. One option is to run a main pipe
or non-symmetrical with open or closed pipe ends. “SNIFF”
above the ceiling with drilled sample holes into the pipe for
calculates the maximum transport time of the system and
the first level and extended sampling points dropped down
suction pressures and holes sizes for all sample holes in
below the cable tray for the second level. Another option is
the pipe network. The hole sizes are calculated to a spe-
to install a second level of piping below the cable trays. In
cific size to ensure balanced sensitivity for all sample holes
either case, a second detector is not required unless the
in the system.
square footage of the protected area exceeds 20,000
5-5.2 Return Air Grill Sampling square feet (2000 square meters).
Return Air Grill Sampling is air sampling through a pipe 5-6.2 Computer Rooms
network in front of, or near the return air grill. This method
Distributed pipe network sampling or return air grill sam-
can be designed with “SNIFF” Version 3. One ORION XT
pling is recommended for computer room applications. A
Detector can be designed with both distributed pipe net-
distributed pipe network can be installed above the dropped
work sampling and return air grill sampling in the same pipe
ceiling with capillary tube sampling points installed in the
network.
drop ceiling tiles. If using return air grill sampling, the re-
5-5.3 Return Air Duct Sampling turn air is usually monitored at the top of the air handling
units, before the air enters the units. Both methods are
Return Air Duct Sampling is air sampling through a pipe
equally effective, however if the air handling units are shut
inside the return air duct. This method can be designed
off, the overall smoke detection effectiveness will be af-
with “SNIFF” Version 3. The ORION XT system is well suited
fected. A combination of both methods will provided the
for duct detection because it provides excellent detection
quickest response to particles of combustion.
and minimizes installation costs.
If sub-floor detection is required, a distributed pipe network
The Detector must be located no more than 388 equivalent
is recommended with the sampling holes facing down or
feet (118 meters) from the sampling points. The Detector
perpendicular to the airflow.
is UL and ULC listed for duct applications of 300 to 4000
ft./min. (1.5 to 20.3 meters/sec.) 5-6.3 Cleanrooms
Note: Return Air Duct sampling pipe must be UL 1820 Return air grill sampling or return air duct sampling is rec-
rated for use in return air plenums. ommended for cleanroom applications. The best sampling
design will depend on the air handling equipment and loca-
tion of the filters.
5-6.4 Atriums
Distributed pipe network sampling is recommended for pro-
tecting atriums. Multiple level sampling may be required
depending on the height of the atrium ceiling. Monitoring
the return air grill in combination with a distributed pipe
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5-6.5 Office Areas 5-7.2 Distributed Pipe Network Sampling Design

Distributed pipe network sampling with capillary tube sam- A distributed pipe network is a network of pipes that extend
pling points is recommended for protecting office areas. into the protected area with strategically located sampling
Refer to local codes for pipe type requirements. Many of- holes for drawing air into the system. The pipe network
fice areas consider the volume above the ceiling tiles as a should be designed to meet the needs of a specific instal-
return air plenum. lation in order to provide optimal coverage for the protected
area.
5-6.6 Warehouse Storage
The following is a list of distributed pipe network design
Distributed pipe network sampling is recommended for
parameters:
warehouse applications. To overcome smoke stratification,
two or more levels of sampling may be required depending 1. Maximum number of sampling holes is 100.
on the ceiling height of the warehouse. ORION XT Detec- 2. Maximum number of pipe segments is 40.
tors can be used in freezer warehouse applications though 3. Maximum sample hole spacing is 30 feet (9.1 meters).
it may be necessary to condition the air before it enters the 20 foot (6 meter) spacing is recommended in high value
Detector. Also the Detector must be mounted outside of areas.
the low temperature area. Refer to Chapter 1 for the De-
tector environmental specifications. 4. For close-ended systems, all end caps must be no more
than 6 inches (150 mm) from the last sample hole in
the pipe branch.
5-7 SAMPLING PIPE NETWORK DESIGN 5. Extended sample point (ESP) drops must be 1-inch, 3/
After choosing a sampling method, the pipe network needs 4-inch or 1/2-inch (32 mm, 25 mm or 20 mm) diameter
to be designed. Basic criteria such as hole spacing and and less than 25 feet (7.6 meters) long.
other recommended practices for sampling pipe network 6. Capillary tube sample points (SP) must be 3/8-inch(10
designs are detailed in the following paragraphs. All sam- mm) capillary tube and less than 12 feet (3.7 meters)
pling pipe network systems (distributed pipe network sam- long.
pling, return air grill sampling and return air duct sampling) 7. Maximum static pressure differential is 0.2 inches of
can be designed with “SNIFF” Version 3 software. water.
5-7.1 Using “SNIFF” Version 3 Software Note: Static pressure differential must be measured for
use with "SNIFF" software. Refer to "SNIFF"
“SNIFF” Version 3 software is a Windows application that
manual, P/N 06-235984-401, Chapter 2, for details
is used for designing air sampling pipe networks for all
on static pressure measurement.
ORION High-Sensitivity Smoke Detectors. “SNIFF” designs
a dynamically balanced pipe network by calculating the 8. Exhaust port must have at least 6 inches of clearance.
suction pressure of each sample hole in the pipe network. 5-7.3 Return Air Grill Sampling Design
Then, “SNIFF” calculates each sample hole diameter in
order to equalize the suction pressure for the entire net- Return Air Grill Sampling systems are designed with the
work. Based on code or local authority requirements, ac- "SNIFF" Version 3 software. The same basic rules apply
tual pipe layout and hole spacing must be determined and with the exception of the hole spacing requirements. The
entered into “SNIFF” by the designer. return air grill sampling method and the distributed pipe
sampling method can be used in the same detection zone.
Refer to “SNIFF” Version 3 User’s Guide, 06-235984-401,
for details on “SNIFF”. Sampling pipes should be centered in the front of the re-
turn air grill. Sampling holes should be spaced so that a
minimum of three holes is used for each grill. Larger grills
will require more sampling holes. The sampling holes should
be at 90 degrees to the airflow with a closed end pipe
(capped) (see Figure 5-4).
SAMPLING HOLES POSITIONED
o
90 TO AIR FLOW

RETURN AIR
GRILL

AIR FLOW
*

END CAP SAMPLING PIPE

CENTERED ON GRILL

Figure 5-4. Return Air Grill Sampling Method

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5-7.4 Return Air Duct Sampling Design Note: If filters are blocked, sufficient airflow may no longer
be present for proper operation.
Duct sampling is the most cost-effective method of air sam-
pling since the pipe runs are minimal and a single Detector 9. Do not locate sampling pipe near outside air inlets ex-
may be used to cover a large area. The speed of response cept to monitor smoke entry to the handling system for
of the Detector to smoke will be given by the exchange rate adjacent areas.
in the rooms ventilated by the duct ventilation system. This 10. Whenever possible, locate sampling pipe upstream of
tends to be rapid, giving early warning of any smoke present. air humidifiers and downstream of dehumidifiers.
This type of sampling is particularly suited to high-sensitiv-
5-7.4.1 DUCT SAMPLING PIPE REQUIREMENTS
ity devices since the smoke content in the air will tend to be
diluted to a level below that of point type detectors. Also, 1. The intake sampling tube must face into the airflow.
the relatively high airflow in the duct would reduce the ef- 2. The intake sampling tube must go through the duct and
fectiveness of point-detection devices. be closed-ended (capped).
The duct sampling method does have one major disad- 3. Holes in the sampling tube must be spaced approxi-
vantage. If the ventilation becomes inoperative, the airflow mately every 4 inches (100 mm).
through the duct system ceases and the smoke-detection 4. The exhaust tube must extend a minimum of 2 inches
system becomes ineffective. (60 mm) into the duct.
The Detector is UL 268A and ULC Listed for duct applica- 5. The total pipe network, including the return, must not
tions with an operating air velocity range of 300 to 4000 exceed 388 equivalent feet (188 meters).
feet/min. (1.52-20.32 meters/sec.). 6. Intake and exhaust tubes should be UL 1820 rated for
“SNIFF” Version 3 software is used to design duct detec- return air plenums.
tion for ORION XT systems and calculate hole sizes and “ SNIFF” VER 3 CALCULATED SAMPLING HOLES
FACING AIR FLOW SPACED EVERY 4“ (10.2 cm) NOTE: DIMENSION X MUST
EXTEND 2” (5.1 cm) MIN. INTO
transport time according to the following guidelines: THE DUCT
CLOSED END CAP
1. Only one duct can be monitored per detector. AIR FLOW
2. If the ORION XT system is used as the primary smoke- X

detection system, methods should be employed to an- AIR TIGHT RUBBER EXHAUST TUBE
nunciate stoppage of airflow in the duct(s).
GROMMET OR EQIV.

3. The exhaust air from the Detector must be returned Figure 5-5. Return Air Duct Sampling Method
back to the duct using an exhaust-port adapter and
associated piping. This requirement assures positive
airflow through the Detector. 5-8 PIPE NETWORK INSTALLATION
4. Locate sampling pipe in the main supply duct return ! CAUTION
side, down stream of the filters a minimum of six duct
widths from any source of turbulence (bends, inlets or Do not drill sample holes until verifying that the
deflection plates) to reduce the effects of stratification. installed pipe network matches the "SNIFF"
In installations where the filter is capable of removing designed pipe network used for calculations.
smoke, install the sampling tube upstream of the filter. Deviations of the installed pipe network from
the "SNIFF" designed network may not result
Note: Where it is physically impossible to locate the sam- in "SNIFF" calculated transport time, airflow
pling pipe in accordance with guideline 4, the sam- and suction pressure measurements.
pling pipe may be positioned closer than six duct
widths, but as far as possible from inlets, bends or A sampling pipe network is an arrangement of pipes within
deflection plates. the protected area through which air is drawn back to the
Detector to be sampled. Piping may be metallic or non-
5. Locate the sampling pipe such that dampers do not metallic. The pipe must be smooth bore with internal diam-
restrict airflow at the sampling pipe. eters of 1/2-inch, 3/4-inch or 1-inch (20 mm, 25 mm, or 32
6. The sampling pipe should be located before air ex- mm) depending upon the design criteria.
hausts from the building or before diluting return air
with outside air. The sample pipe must be installed according to the system
drawings developed from the criteria detailed in the "SNIFF"
7. Locate sampling pipe if close identification of the source Version 3 User's Manual.
of alarm is required.
8. Locate sampling pipe on the downstream side of the Note: Any major deviations of the installation from the
filter to sense fire in the filters. design drawings or the "SNIFF" designed pipe net-
work must be brought to the attention of the sys-
tem designer.

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The sample pipe must be suspended using standard pipe To install a SP, use the following step-by-step procedure.
hangers and the joints secured with solder or cement ac- 1. Drill or punch a 7/8-inch hole into ceiling tile or other
cording to standard plumbing practices. It is important to sampling point surface.
ensure that all joints are airtight and that the system is ad-
equately supported to prevent any leakage, as this would 2. Insert the sample point, thread end first, into hole until
affect system performance. the sample point is flush with surface.
3. Install thumbscrew onto sample point threads and
5-8.1 Sampling Point Installation tighten until snug.
There are two types of sampling points: extended sam- 4. Install and tighten male capillary tube adapter to tee
pling points and capillary tube sampling points. fitting.
5-8.1.1 EXTENDED SAMPLING POINT 5. Place capillary tube on the male capillary tube adapter.
Cut tubing to size.
Extended Sampling Points (ESP) are constructed from stan-
dard plumbing supplies. An ESP consists of a tee, drop 6. Place sized tubing into male connector and tighten com-
pipe and end cap (see Figure 5-6). The sampling hole must pression nut.
be drilled into the end cap and labeled with an extended 7. Place tubing into female capillary tube adapter. Insert
sampling point label (see Paragraph 5-8.2.3). Maximum female capillary tube adapter onto sampling point thread
ESP length is 25 feet (8 meters). and tighten while using a wrench to prevent the sam-
1” (32 mm) x1/2”(20 mm)
pling point from rotating.
1” (32 mm) 3/4” (25 mm) OR
OR
3/4” (25 mm) x 1/2”(20 mm)
8. While using the wrench, tighten female capillary tube
1/2” (20 mm)PIPE OR adapter to nut.
1/2” (20 mm) x 1/2” (20 mm)
‘T’ FITTING
PIPE NETWORK PIPE NETWORK

3/4" X 1/2" T FITTING

1” (32 mm) 3/4” (25 mm) MALE CAPILLARY TUBE ADAPTER
OR
(1/2" OD COMPRESSION X 1/2" NPT)
OR 1/2” (20 mm) PIPE CEILING TILE 1/2" X 1/2" T FITTING

25 FEET
(8 METERS)
MAX. CAPILLARY TUBE

1” (25 mm) MIN. 12' MAX.

ESCUTCHEON PLATE 3.66 METERS

1” (32 mm) 3/4” (25 mm) FEMALE CAPILLARY TUBE ADAPTER

OR 1/2” (20 mm) (1/2" OD COMPRESSION X 3/8" NPT)
PIPE and END CAP
SAMPLING HOLE
DRILLED IN END CAP
SAMPLE POINT
CEILING TILE OR THUMB SCREW NUT
Figure 5-6. Extended Sampling Point MOUNTING SURFACE

6-8.1.2 SAMPLING POINT

A Sampling Point (SP) consists of a tee, male 1/2-inch NPT
capillary tube adapter, female ½-inch NPT capillary tube
7/8” HOLE
SAMPLE POINT
adapter, 3/8-inch capillary tube and sampling point. The
sampling hole must be drilled into the sampling point. A
Figure 5-7. Sample Point Kit
sampling point kit (P/N 77-297109-000) is available with 25
sets of hardware (see Figure 6-7). The capillary tube is sold
separately in rolls of 250 feet (P/N 77-297110-000).
The sampling point is made of a flame retardant, self-ex-
tinguishing plastic, and carries a UL 5VA flammability rat-
ing. It is also UV stabilized to inhibit yellowing over time.
The capillary tube is UL 1820 Listed for use in plenum ar-
eas. It is also flame retardant with a UL 94V-2 Listing.

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5-8.2 Pipe Network Labels 5-8.2.4 SAMPLING POINT LABELS

The following labels should be applied for reference and This label is used to identify a sampling hole drilled into the
warning. sampling point. Each sampling point must be labelled. Sam-
pling point labels come as part of the sampling point kit in
5-8.2.1 SAMPLING PIPE LABELS
rolls of 25, (P/N 77-297109-000, see Figure 5-11).
The air-sampling pipe network must be marked with identi- 1.015 DIA. HOLE
fication labels. These labels should be applied to the pipe
network at least every ten feet (3 meters). Sample pipe
E POINT-DO
labels come in a roll of 100 (P/N 77-297023-000, see M
PL

NO
ION XT SA
Figure 5-8).

T
PAINT OR
1.925 DIA.

™
RED BORDER

OR

B
6.0 LO
CK.

SMOKE DETECTION SAMPLE PIPE

DO NOT DISTURB OR ALTER 1.000
Fire Systems Figure 5-11. Sampling Point Label

Figure 5-8. Sampling Pipe Label

6-8.2.2 SAMPLING PORT LABELS
This label is placed adjacent to sample holes drilled directly
into the sampling pipe network. Each sampling port must
be labelled. Sampling port labels come in rolls of 100 (P/N
77-297022-000, see Figure 5-9).

3.0

SMOKE DETECTION SAMPLE PORT

0.75
DO NOT PAINT OR BLOCK
Fire Systems

Figure 6-9. Sampling Port Label

5-8.2.3 EXTENDED SAMPLING POINT LABELS
This label is used to identify sample holes drilled into the
end cap of an extended sample point. Each extended sam-
pling point must be labelled. Sampling point labels come in
rolls of 100 (P/N 77-297021-000, see Figure 5-10).

R I ON TM
O
A
IN T O 0.375 ± 0.010
P

DIA. HOLE
0.875 DIA.
IN OT

BLO

SA
T
N

C
O

K
M

D
P
PO LE

Figure 5-10. Extended Sampling Point Label

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CHAPTER 6
SYSTEM COMMISSIONING

6-1 INTRODUCTION 6-3 AMBIENT MONITORING

This chapter covers the commissioning procedures for the Ambient monitoring should be recorded for a recommended
ORION™ XT HSSD system. All commissioning results must time period of one week during normal operating condi-
be recorded on the Commissioning Check Sheet. tions. All air handling units, thermostats and other systems
that can have an effect on the operating environment should
6-1.1 Commissioning Check Sheet
be turned on to simulate normal operating conditions as
The Commissioning Check Sheet (P/N 06-235516-402), closely as possible.
must be completed upon commissioning of every ORION
After the ambient monitoring time period has ended, down-
XT HSSD system. The purpose of this sheet is to docu-
load the detector smoke history through OCS and record
ment proper system operation and acceptance by the owner,
the normal background obscuration from the graph. Record
to provide reference data for future testing and maintenance
the maximum and minimum obscuration and airflow levels
of the system, and to register serial numbers for warranty.
of the detector using OCS as well.
Completed and signed copies of the commissioning check
sheets should be distributed as directed on the sheet.
6-4 AIRFLOW TEST
6-2 PRE-COMMISSIONING PREPARATION The detector airflow monitoring circuit should be tested for
proper indication of a low airflow fault and a high airflow
After the ORION XT HSSD system has been completely
fault.
installed, the system must be inspected and tested and all
configuration and ambient conditions can be recorded. 6-4.1 Low Airflow Test
Before starting the commissioning tests, go through the Use the following procedure to verify the low airflow fault
following pre-commissioning preparation steps: operation.
1. Perform a visual inspection of all ORION XT system 1. Select Options>Test Options>Airflow Test to turn the
hardware. Check that all HSSD equipment has been fan off.
mounted properly and wired correctly. 2. Allow up to 60 seconds plus airflow delay time for the
2. Leave all Detectors in operation for a period of time to trouble to activate.
allow the remaining particulate matter that may have 3. Record the test result on the Commissioning Check
been left during installation in the pipe network and/or Sheet, P/N 06-235516-402.
ducts to clear out of the system.
4. Select Options>Test Options>Airflow Test to turn the
3. Check that all Detectors in the system are cleared of fan on and return the detector back to normal operat-
all trouble conditions. ing mode.
4. Isolate all Detectors or disconnect all alarm and trouble 6-4.2 High Airflow Test
circuits to prevent communication of alarms and
troubles to ancillary equipment. Use the following procedure to verify the high airflow fault
5. (Optional) Normalize the Detector airflow. See the OCS, operating.
Manual (P/N 06-236012-401)for airflow normalization 1. Increase the airflow to the detector by opening the pipe.
instructions. 2. Allow up to 60 seconds plus airflow delay time for the
Commissioning is recommended after all construction has trouble to activate.
been completed and cleaned of any lingering post-construc- 3. Record the test result on the Commissioning Check
tion dirt. If ambient monitoring conditions are recorded be- Sheet. P/N 06-235516-402.
fore the installation is cleaned up, they may not accurately 4. Reattach the pipe to return the detector back to normal
reflect actual normal operating conditions that need to be operating mode.
used as reference data for follow up maintenance proce-
dures and tests.

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6-5 SUCTION PRESSURE VERIFICATION 6-7 GROSS SMOKE TESTING

All sample hole suction pressures should be measured and The gross smoke test is a measurement of the amount of
recorded on the commissioning check sheet along with the time elapsing from the activation of the smoke generating
calculated suction pressures from “SNIFF” Version 3. Mea- medium, until Pre-Alarm 1 and Alarm 1 is reached. This
sured suction pressures greater than the calculated value test should be repeated at least three times with consistent
are acceptable. results. Recommended smoke generating medium is aero-
sol simulated smoke or wire burner.
Use the following method to measure sampling point suc-
tion pressures (see Figure 6-1): 6-7.1 Aerosol Smoke Spray
1. Attach a flexible hose onto the suction side of the There are a number of commercially available aerosol
magnehelic pressure gauge. smoke sprays or “canned smoke”. Please refer to your sup-
2. Place the hose against the sampling hole and hold in plier for a recommended product. When using canned
place. smoke, introduce only enough smoke into the protected
3. Hold the gauge in the plane in which it was calibrated area that will cause an Alarm 1 condition. This may require
and read the suction pressure from the gauge. a number of practice sprays.
6-7.2 Wire Burner Test
The wire burner test is considered the most representative
test of incipient fire hazard detection in telecommunica-
tions or computer room environments. The test is performed
CEILING TILE
SAMPLE POINT by applying a voltage to a piece of PVC insulated cable.
Smoke is produced from the overheated PVC insulation by
evaporation and condensation of the plasticizer. As the wire
HOSE becomes hotter, hydrochloric acid (HCL) gas is emitted from
INCHES OF WATER
the insulation. The by-products of overheated PVC insula-
.40 .60 .80
tion can be detected by the ORION XT Detector.
.20 1.0
0
MAGNEHELIC

MAGNEHELIC
! CAUTION
PRESSURE
GAUGE Oil based canisters that are used to test point
detectors are not suitable for testing aspirating
Figure 6-1. Magnehelic Test Set-Up systems as the particulate is heavy and tends
to drop out in the pipe, never actually reaching
the Detector. Also, the oily residue that is left
6-6 TRANSPORT TIME VERIFICATION behind may affect the functionality of the
Maximum transport time verification test is the measure- Detector.
ment of the amount of time it takes for the Detector to re- 6-7.2.1 WIRE BURNER TEST 1 (OPTIONAL)
spond to smoke that enters the pipe at the sampling point
furthest from the Detector. The results of this test and the The following test is considered unlikely to produce HCL
calculated maximum transport time from “SNIFF” Version vapor. This test may be undertaken in underfloor spaces
3 must be recorded on the commissioning check sheet. or ceiling voids.
Measured transport time less than the calculated time is Note: The wire is subject to cooling if positioned in direct
acceptable. contact with air flows and may need to be shielded.
Follow these steps to measure the maximum transport time Connect a 6.5 foot (2 meter) length of 10/0.004 inches (10/
of the system: 0.1 mm) 0.017 ft.2 (0.078 mm2) wire with a total radius of
1. Determine the furthest sampling point from the Detec- 0.012 inches (0.3 mm) including the PVC insulation to a
tor. 6 Vac source of at least 16 Amps rating per wire for a pe-
2. Allow test smoke to enter pipe at the furthest sampling riod of 3 minutes. The system should respond within
point. 120 seconds of cessation of energization.
3. Record the amount of time for the Detector to respond. Note: After this period very little smoke is given off.
This is the actual maximum transport time

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6-7.2.2 WIRE BURNER TEST 2 (OPTIONAL)

! WARNING
The following test is considered to product
sufficiently high temperatures to generate small
quantities of hydrochloric acid.
This test may be undertaken in under floor spaces or ceil-
ing voids where rapid air flow may render Test 1 unsuit-
able.
Connect a 3.25 foot (1 meter) length of 10/0.004 inches
(10/0.1 mm) 0.017 ft.2 (0.078 mm2) wire with a total radius
of 0.012 inches (0.3 mm) including the PVC insulation to a
6 Vac source of at least 16 Amps rating per wire for a pe-
riod of one minute. The system should respond within
120 seconds of cessation of energization.
Note: After this period most of the insulation should be
burnt off.

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CHAPTER 7
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

7-3.3 Gross Smoke Test

7-1 INTRODUCTION
The gross smoke test is a Go/No-Go test which ensures
This chapter contains maintenance instructions for the that the detector responds to smoke. This test must be per-
ORION™ XT system. These procedures should be per- formed at system commissioning and every year
formed on a scheduled basis. In the event that system prob- thereafter.
lems are found during routine maintenance, refer to Trouble
Shooting and Corrective Maintenance, Chapter 8 of this To perform this test, smoke must be introduced into the
manual. last sampling hole in each branch of the pipe network and
the proper response must be verified by the Detector.
Smoke from a punk or cotton wick may be used. Aerosol
7-2 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE test smoke may also be used.
The scheduled maintenance of the system should be per- Note: For cleanroom applications consult with supplier
formed at an established interval. The interval between for gross smoke test methods.
performance of maintenance procedures should not ex-
7-3.4 Suction Pressure Verification Test
ceed any imposed regulations (see NFPA-72 or other local
requirements). The sampling hole airflow verification test insures the pipe
network is drawing air from the protected area. This test
must be done at commissioning and within one year after
7-3 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES installation and every year thereafter.
The following paragraphs outline general scheduled main- To perform this test, the suction pressure of the last sam-
tenance procedures to be performed on an "as necessary" pling hole in each pipe branch must be checked. See Chap-
basis. ter 6 of this manual for the procedure to check suction
7-3.1 Visual Check pressures. Suction pressures should be compared to the
original measurements. If any differences are noted, the
The visual check must be performed every six months. This cause of the deviation must be determined.
check is to insure pipe network integrity.
7-3.5 Transport Time Verification Test
To perform the visual check observe the entire piping net-
work and check for abnormalities in the pipes including any The maximum transport time of the pipe network must be
breaks, blockages, crimps, etc. measured and compared to the recorded transport time at
commissioning. Refer to Paragraph 6-5 for test details. The
7-3.2 Battery Status Check transport time verification test must be done at commis-
The battery backup used in the power supply to power the sioning and every year thereafter.
detector must be tested every six months. 7-3.6 Detector Sensitivity Test
A battery status check is best accomplished by running the The Detector sensitivity test must be performed within one
load with the batteries for about one hour. While the load is year of installation and every alternate year thereafter. The
still on, measure the individual battery voltages. If any bat- test can be performed via ORION Configuration Software
tery reads 1.5 Volts or more below its rated voltage, that (OCS), ORION XT Display Module or if an PALM is installed,
battery should be replaced. from the ARIES/PEGAsys panel. After the second required
Generally, if one of a series set of batteries is low, the oth- sensitivity test, if the sensitivity test indicates pass, the length
ers will soon fail. Therefore, it is advisable to replace all the of time between calibration tests can be extended for up to
batteries of a series set when one requires replacement. five years.

Note: Any battery that has been in service for 48 months Example: Year-one check
or more must be replaced. Year-three check
If years one and three are OK,
Go to five-year interval

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The Detector employs a self-monitoring, automatically ad-

justing calibration for the system. The inspection only re-
quires a periodic visual inspection for a Detector fault
indication and performing the Detector sensitivity test func-
tion.
If the self-monitoring feature of the system senses that the
operation of the detector head is outside its normal range,
a trouble condition will be generated.
7-3.7 Clean Detector
The Detector optics should be cleaned as necessary, in
accordance with the following the step-by-step procedure.
1. Remove the detector head in accordance with Para-
graph 8-4.2.
2. The inlet cam is fitted with wire gauze. This should be
inspected and cleaned if required. To remove the cam,
rotate fully counterclockwise and pull off. Replace when
complete.
3. Blow through the detector head with dry photographic
quality compressed air being careful not to damage the
internal components.
4. Reinstall the detector head in accordance with Para-
graph 8-4.2.
7-3.8 Clean Elutriator
1. Open Elutriator by rotating enclosure 1/8 turn clock-
wise.
2. Remove and separate the two halves of the housing.
3. Clean impact plate and two screens using compressed
air or mild cleaning solution.
4. Refer to Figure 2-8. Reassemble the Impact Plate and
Screens. Note airflow orientation.

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CHAPTER 8
TROUBLESHOOTING AND CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE

8-1 INTRODUCTION 8-3 TROUBLESHOOTING

Reading the previous chapters will help you a great deal in The Detector is continuously monitoring itself for errors.
understanding the purpose and operation of the Detector Most system faults can be isolated by using either the Dis-
before attempting corrective maintenance. play Module or OCS. If any of the Detector modules are
defective, it is recommended that the module be replaced,
The following paragraphs contain instructions to aid you in
as they cannot be serviced in the field. Refer to Tables 8-1
identifying and replacing faulty components. ORION™ Con-
to 8-6 for troubleshooting tips and references.
figuration Software (OCS) should be used as a diagnostic
tool. ATTENTION
OBSERVE PRECAUTIONS
FOR HANDLING
8-2 STANDARD FAULT ISOLATION ELECTROSTATIC
SENSITIVE
TECHNIQUES DEVICES

The following error messages will display on the Display

! CAUTION
Module or in OCS:
When handling any electric components or
• CPU Trouble circuit boards, antistatic precautions must be
• Airflow Trouble carried out. Failure to do so may result in
• PSU Trouble component damage.
• Detector Trouble Static discharge can be reduced by adhering to the follow-
• PC Line Trouble ing guidelines:
• Unregistered Display Module Trouble • Always use conductive or antistatic containers for trans-
• Communications Trouble portation and storage, and when returning any item.
Some of these troubles may indicate that the termination • Wear a wrist strap while handling devices and ensure
board or detector head are not functioning properly. Such a good ground is maintained throughout.
failures are usually caused by one or more of the following: • Never subject a static sensitive device to sliding move-
ment over an ungrounded surface.
• Failure of the power supply
• Avoid any direct contact with the pins or connections.
• Damaged wiring or corrosion
• Avoid placing sensitive devices onto plastic or vinyl
• Component failure
surfaces.
• Wiring not properly terminated at the Detector.
• Minimize the handling of sensitive devices and printed
• Problems associated with the piping system. circuit boards.
When a failure occurs and the cause is not known, check
as many of these items as is practical before starting a
detailed check. If possible, obtain information about any
changes that have taken place that may affect the system.
8-2.1 Visual Inspection
When troubleshooting, the fault may often be discovered
through visual inspection alone. Check for burned or over-
heated parts. Check for loose connections.
8-2.2 Power Checks
Ensure that all modules in the ORION XT System are re-
ceiving the correct power supply voltages before disassem-
bling the system.

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Table 8-1. Troubleshooting Guide

DETAILED FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION REPLACEMENT

MODULE/DEVICE
ILLUSTRATION PARAGRAPH PROCEDURE

Detector head 8-1 2-3.1 8-4.2

Termination board 8-2 2-3.2 8-4.3

Fan module 8-4 2-3.3 8-4.4

Display Module 8-5 2-4 8-4.5 and 8-4.6

Intelligent Interface Module - 2.5 8.4.7

PEGAsys Addressable Loop Module 8-6 2-5 8-4.8

Self Contained Power Supply 8-7 2-6.1 8-4.9

Multi-Zone Power Supply 8-8 2-6.2 8-4.10

Table 8-2. Intelligent Interface Module to Computer Communication Fault

INTELLIGENT INTERFACE MODULE TO COMPUTER COMMUNICATION FAULTS

Symptom Corrective Action

Ensure that the computer to IIM cable is plugged in to the port marked "PC" on the IIM.

Check the configuration of the OCS under the Setup/System Computer/Configuration menus. The serial
port must be set to the same COM port as the communications cable is plugged in to. Connection type
No communication must be set to "Local IIM".
between the IIM and the Ensure that the IIM is powered and operating. Depress the hard reset on the IIM. It should momentarily
computer when using a engage the trouble relay and extinguish all LEDs. The orange (lower) LED will come back on for about 1
direct IIM to computer min while the IIM resets. If no action occurs, the IIM may be defective or not receiving power
connection
(Local IIM connection) Check the DB9 to RJ12 connector by separating the DB9 section from the plastic housing. The wire
configuration must be as follows:
White - Pin 2
Blue - Pin 3
Black - Pin 4
Yellow - Pin 5
Red - Pin 6
Green - Pin 8

Check for proper operation of the IIM using a local IIM connection. If this fails, refer to local IIM troubleshooting
section above. If the local IIM connection functions correctly, check that the correct phone number is being
used and that the phone line is properly connected and operating.
No communication
between the IIM and the Check the configuration of the OCS under the Setup/System Computer/Configuration menus. The serial
computer when using a port must be set to same COM port as the communications cable is plugged into. Connection type must
modem and phone lines be " Remote IIM".
to connect to the IIM
(Remote IIM Connection) Check that the characters "ATSO=1" appear in the initialisation string box of the configuration screen. For
a very few modems this string may require modification. Consult supplier if problems persist in this area.

If the previous three steps do not resolve the problem, the IIM may be defective.

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Table 8-3. General System Faults

GENERAL SYSTEM FAULTS

Symptom Corrective Action

If the system is new, ensure that the actual piping system corresponds with the layout as calculated
by the "SNIFF" design software. Items such as pipe diameters, elbows, sampling hole diameter
and junction configurations should be checked.

Check for proper operation of the fan module.

Check the screens located in the union, inside the detector head chamber and Elutriator.
Low Suction Pressure
Clean if required.

Check for broken pipes, loose joints, leaky junction boxes, or missing pipe caps.

Check for blockages within the pipes. The blockage can be located by checking the suction
pressure at points closest to the detector head(s) and working outward. The suction pressure will
drop downstream from the blockage.

If the system is new, ensure that the actual piping system corresponds with the layout as calculated
by the "SNIFF" design software. Items such as pipe lengths, pipe diameters, elbows, sampling
hole diameters and junction configurations should be checked.
High Suction Pressure
Check for blockages within the pipes and blockage of sampling ports. Pipe blockage can be
located by checking the suction pressures on the points closest to the detector head(s) and working
outward. The suction pressures will be higher upstream of the blockage.

Long Transport Times Perform checks as outlined for low suction pressure.

Perform the sensitivity test by selecting the "sensitivity test" option from the OCS graphic display’s
options menu. OCS will either PASS or FAIL.
Low Sensitivity to Smoke
Perform checks as outlined for low suction pressure.

Detector configuration is not saved

Ensure that the battery backup memory jumper is installed. (See Paragraph 4-2.10.1)
after Detector is powered down

Table 8-4. Intelligent Interface to Detector Communication Problems

SYMPTOM CORRECTIVE ACTION

Check the LK1, LK2 and LK4 jumpers on the termination board. They may be shorting the two pins closest
to the center of the board.

Check the RS485 loop wiring.

If using an IIM connected to an ARIES panel, be sure that the "Intelligent Interface Module" has been selected
from the "Topic" screen in the Configuration Software. Once "Intelligent Interface Module" is selected be sure
Loss of Communication to check off the "IIM Enable" box to ensure that the IIM is present in the configuration. If non-latching operation
between IIM and for alarm inputs is desired, select the "Non-Latching" check box. Next review the termination board address
Protected Zones screen. Here ensure that all termination board addresses existing on the RS-485 loop are enabled.

If using a stand-alone IIM, be sure that the LOCSs set to monitor each Detector correctly. From the Setup
menu select "Setup Detectors."The address of each Detector must be selected. Also, the Alarm and Trouble
Monitoring box should be checked in the "Detector Window."

Check the programmed address of each termination board to ensure that it corresponds to the binary
equivalent of the address. Zero is not a valid address.

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Table 8-5. Faults Indicated on the Display Module or OCS Graphic Display
DISPLAY MODULE OR
INDICATION CORRECTIVE ACTION
OCS GRAPHIC DISPLAY MESSAGE

Detector Trouble Detector Head Trouble Check connections at the termination board.

Clean the detector head.

If these two steps do not resolve the problem, return the detector to the
supplier.

Display Module (if installed) Detector Head Trouble Insure that the cable from the detector head to the termination board is
• COMM TR on Display Module correctly installed.
• Sounder was on even though the
Display Module is not configured for sound.
• Date displayed was 00 JAN 2000 and time
was 00:00. This does not change over time.
• No other troubles are shown on the Display
Module STATUS menu. If the cable is correctly installed and the symptoms persist, return the
detector head to the supplier.
OCS can communicate with the termination
board
• Troubles shown: Detector, Airflow and Display
• Time and Date are correct on the top of the
Detector graphic.
• Airflow is -50, but the fan is operating.

• Fan is not operating. Termination Board Power Verify the DC input voltage to the termination board is within the specified
Supply Failure range of 18 to 30 Vdc at terminals 1 and 2 on TB1. Resolve probelm with
source if necessary.

• Display Module has power but is displaying Check the termination board fuse F2 and replace if necessary. It is located
COMM trouble. on the lower right corner of the board. Replace with Littlefuse® 1541AT.

If these two steps do not solve the problem, then the converter on the
• Unable to communicate to the Detector via
termination board is not functioning. Return the termination board to the
OCS, shows "device not found"
supplier.

Full-Scale deflection for no apparent reason No specific event is logged Check that no ambient light is penetrating the pipe and entering the
for this fault detection chamber. This can happen in brightly lit areas, especially when
white PVC is used as the sampling pipe.

Disconnect the sampling pipe and connect an absolute filter to the

Detector. If the deflection goes to zero, there is particulate in the sampled
area. If not proceed.

Clean the detector head.

If these three steps do not resolve the problem, return the unit to the
supplier.

Airflow Trouble Low or High Airflow Level Check the real-time airflow level (see Chapter 4). Ensure that the airflow
thresholds are set according to the manual.

Check for proper operation of the Fan Module.

Check for blockages or breaks in the sampling pipe network.

Check for rapid temperature fluctuations in the protected area. If found,

widen the airflow thresholds.

Ensure that inlet cam is in the locked position.

Unregistered Display Module Trouble Unreg LCD Enable disply in OCS.

Power Supply Trouble PSU Trouble Measure the output voltage of the supply. It must be above 24 Vdc.

Check the power supply fault lights (only if powered by multi-zone power
supply, not the PEGAsys panel supply). Check the indicated circuit as
described in the four steps below.

Check the connections and continuity of the wires connected between the
power supply and the termination board.

Check that the AC voltage at the power supply input terminals is within
operating range.

Check the battery wiring connections and continuity.

Check the batteries for low output voltage.

Check for ground fault problems throughout all associated system wiring.

Fails Sensitivity Test Detector Trouble Return Detector to supplier.

RX/TX Communication Problems PC Line Trouble Check RX/TX wiring connectors.

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Table 8-6. Detector to Computer Communcations Problems

SYMPTOM CORRECTIVE ACTION

Check the configuration of OCS under the Setup/System Computer/Configuration menus. The serial
port must be set to the same COM port as the communications cable is plugged in to.

No communication between the Check the DB9 to RJ-12 connector by separating the DB9 section from the plastic housing. The wire
Detector and the computer configuration must be as follows:
running OCS. White - Pin 2
Blue - Pin 3
Black - Pin 4
Yellow - Pin 5
Red - Pin 6
Green - Pin 8

8-4.2 Replacing the Detector Head

8-4 REPLACEMENT
To remove the detector head from the Detector proceed as
The following paragraphs describe how to replace various follows:
components in the ORION XT System.
1. Remove the Detector cover as described in Paragraph
! CAUTION 4-2.2.
LASER HAZARD 2. Disconnect the 6-conductor interconnecting harness at
the lower left-hand corner of the detector head. (The
The detector in the enclosure is a factory-sealed other end of the interconnecting harness is labeled Det
unit containing a Class-3B laser product with Head on the termination board.)
invisible radiation.
3. Rotate the inlet cam one quarter turn to the unlocked
! WARNING position.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM 4. Release the four retaining clips located at each corner
of the detector head.
Extended exposure to a Class-3B laser directly
or indirectly may cause severe damage to the 5. Lift the detector head out of the Detector.
human eye. Inlet Cam

8-4.1 Replacing the Detector

Termination Board
Follow the procedure below when replacing the Detector
cover.
1. Remove the replacement Detector from its carton and
inspect to ensure that no damage occurred during tran-
sit.
2. Remove the Detector cover as described in Paragraph
4-2.2.
3. Disconnect the 24 Vdc power supply from Termination
Board.
4. Disconnect all external cable connections.
5. Disconnect piping network from sample inlet port.
6. Disconnect piping from the exhaust port adapter, if
used. Connection to
Termination Board Detector Head
7. Back off the four enclosure mounting screws.
8. Slide the Detector from the pipe network system. Figure 8-1. Replacing the Detector Head
9. Install the new Detector as described in Paragraph
4-2.

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CABLE ASSEMBLY CABLE ASSEMBLY

TERM BOARD/TRI-COLOR LED RJ-12/RJ-12 RJ-12 SOCKET
LOCATED ON LHS
OF UNIT

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1314

CHASSIS
GROUND
STATUS LED
FACE PLATE
CABLE ASSEMBLY
DETECTOR HEAD
TERM
BOARD/LCD DISPLAY

TERMINATION
BOARD
(FRONT PANEL OPTIONS
DISPLAY OR STATUS LED)

PEGASYS
ADDRESSABLE
LOOP MODULE
(OPTIONAL)
DISPLAY
MODULE CABLE SUPPLIED
WITH FAN
16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 ASSEMBLY FAN

LITTEFUSE
CABLE ASSEMBLY
1541AT
TERM BOARD/LCD DISPLAY

Figure 8-2. Termination Board Internal Wiring Diagram

4. Remove terminals from connectors TB1, TB2 and TB3

(the external connections).
To reinstall the detector head, do the following:
5. Remove connector from RJ-12 PC connection.
1. Remove the replacement Detector head from its car-
6. Remove the connection to the detector head.
ton and inspect the unit to ensure no damage occurred
during transit. 7. Remove the FAN connection from P7 on the Termina-
tion Board.
2. Place the detector head in position and press down
firmly on all four corners until it locks into place with the 8. Remove the screw located in the top right corner of
retaining clips. the termination board.
3. Rotate the inlet cam one quarter turn to the locked 9. Release the four retaining clips and remove the termi-
position. nation board from the Detector Enclosure.
4. Reconnect the 6-conductor cable to detector head. To reinstall the termination board do the following:
5. Install the Detector cover as described in Paragraph 1. Remove the termination board from its carton and in-
4-2.11. spect to ensure that no damage occurred during tran-
8-4.3 Replacing the Termination Board sit.
2. Place the termination board in position, ensuring that
If the default settings have been changed, save configura- it snaps into place by the four retaining clips.
tion and download all history data from the Detector using
OCS before removing the termination board. 3. Insert the screw in the top right hand corner of the
board and tighten.
To remove the termination board from the Detector pro- 4. Replace terminals to connectors TB1, TB2 and TB3
ceed as follows: (the external connections).
1. Remove the Detector cover as described in Paragraph 5. Replace connector to the RJ-12 PC connection.
4-2.2.
6. Replace the connection to the detector head.
2. Remove the 24 Vdc power supply to the Termination
7. Replace the FAN connection to P7.
Board.
8. If used, replace PALM module.
3. If used, remove PALM module.
9. Connect the 24 Vdc power supply connection.

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10. Set the network address using the DIP switch. 9. To replace the fan module simply push one into posi-
The RS-485 network supports up to 127 unique ad- tion and secure it with the three retaining clips.
dresses that are used to identify each zone of the 10. Reinsert the side or back exhaust port.
ORION XT system. The hardware address on each ter- 11. Reconnect exhaust piping fan if used.
mination board must be set for correct operation of the
12. Reconnect the fan to the Fan.
communications network. Each termination board con-
tains a DIP switch for setting the network address for 13. Reconnect the fan to the termination board. The con-
each Detector. nector is labeled Fan.
11. Load the saved configuration to the new termination 14. Install the Detector cover as described in Paragraph
board using OCS. See the ORION Configuration Soft- 4-2.11.
ware User's Guide (P/N 06-236012-401) further details.
12. Install the Detector cover as described in Paragraph
4-2.11.
TERMINATION
BOARD

TO CONNECTOR (P5)

24 Vdc (P7)

CONNECTOR (P5)

Figure 8-4. Replacing the Fan Module

TERMINATION
8-4.5 Replacing the Display Module in the Detector
BOARD Cover
PALM RECEPTICAL
ON TERMINATION BOARD To replace the Display Module when it is installed in the
cover of the Detector proceed as follows:
Figure 8-3. Replacing the Termination Board 1. Remove the Detector cover as described in Paragraph
8-4.4 Replacing the Fan Module 4-2.2.
2. Remove the Display Module by pushing the two retain-
To remove the fan module proceed as follows:
ing clips, one each side, and pushing from the rear.
1. Remove the Detector cover as described in Paragraph
3. Remove the replacement Display Module from its car-
4-2.2.
ton and inspect to ensure that no damage occurred
2. Remove the 24 Vdc power from the Termination Board. during transit.
3. Disconnect piping to the exhaust port if used. 4. Install the Display Module as described in Paragraph
4. Remove the side or back exhaust port by sliding the 4-5.
adapter away from the fan module 5. Install the detector cover as described in Paragraph
5. At the termination board, disconnect the fan connec- 4-2.2.
tion, P7, that runs from the fan module to the termina-
tion board.
6. Release the three retaining clips around the outside
edges of the fan module housing.
7. Lift the fan module from the Detector. The fan module
is removed as a complete unit.
8. Remove the FAN Module from its carton and inspect to
ensure that no damage occurred during transit.

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5. Reconnect any RJ11 connectors and then the TB1 ter-

minations. When the power connector is reattached to
the IIM, the orange (lower) LED will illuminate for about
one minute during IIM initialization and then extinguish.

8-4.8 Replacing the PEGAsys Addressable Loop

Module
RETAINING CLIPS (2) The PALM is located on the termination board on four ny-
lon mounting posts and is secured by four nuts that screw
into these mounting posts.
To remove the PEGAsys Addressable Loop Module (PALM)
proceed as follows:
1. Remove the Detector cover as described in Paragraph
DISPLAY MODULE
4-2.2.
2. Remove field wiring plug J1 from the PALM board.
DETECTOR COVER 3. Remove the four nuts that secure the PALM to the
mounting posts.
Figure 8-5. Replacing the Display Module 4. Carefully unplug connector P14 from the termination
8-4.6 Replacing the Remote Display Module board and lift the PALM off the four posts and out of the
Detector. The four posts should be left in place on the
To replace the Remote Display Module proceed as follows: Termination Board.
1. Remove the screw at the bottom of the installed Dis- To install the replacement PALM proceed as follows:
play Module and separate the cover from the back box.
1. Remove the PALM from the packaging.
2. Remove the 24 Vdc supply from the Remote Display
terminal block. 2. Inspect the unit to ensure no damage occurred during
transit.
3. Disconnect all remaining electrical connections from
the terminal blocks. 3. Remove the four nylon nuts and posts.
4. Remove the replacement Display Module from its car- 4. Place the PALM over the termination board in the De-
ton and inspect it to ensure that no damage occurred tector. Align the mounting holes on the PALM with the
during transit. four nylon posts on the termination board. Keep the
paper insulator on the PALM and ensure the holes in
5. Remove the screw at the bottom of the new Display
the insulator line up with the nylon posts. Also, ensure
Module, and separate the cover from the back box.
the receptacle on the underside of the PALM is aligned
Discard the new back box if the current box is in good
with the connector P4 on the termination board.
condition.
5. Press the PALM down firmly on all four corners until
6. Install the new Display Module as described in Para-
the posts protrude through the mounting holes in the
graph 4-5.2.
PALM. The 14-pin connector on the underside of the
8-4.7 Replacing the Intelligent Interface Module PALM board should make a connection with its mating
To replace the Intelligent Interface Module, proceed as fol- receptacle P4 on the Detector termination board. Screw
lows: the nuts on top of the four posts.
6. Insert field wiring plug into the connector on the PALM
8-4.7.1 Replacing the Stand Alone Intelligent board.
Interface Module
7. Install the Detector cover as described in Paragraph
1. Remove the terminals from TB1 located on the Intelli- 4-2.2.
gent Interface Module (IIM). This will disconnect 24 Vdc,
8. Set the proper device loop address using OCS or di-
RS-485, auxiliary troubles and alarms.
rectly from the Display of the ARIES/PEGAsys Control
2. Remove any RJ11 connectors from the three jacks, if Panel. Programming the PALM is discussed in OCS
used. User's Guide.
3. Remove the replacement IIM from its carton and in-
spect to ensure that no damage has occurred during
transit.
4. Secure the IIM with the four mounting screws.

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3. Wire the power supply module as described in Para-

graph 4-6.
4. Place the Power Supply Module into the Self-Contained
TERMINATION
BOARD
Power Supply enclosure.
5. Insert and tighten the two power supply mounting
screws.
6. Replace the cover on the power supply. Secure it with
the crosshead screw.

POWER SUPPLY
MODULE

PALM

TT+
BA TT - V
BA
+28 28V
+
0V
0V ULT
FA

ULT
FA OK
AC

E C
N/
N
L

FIELD WIRING
CONNECTOR

CONNECTOR (P4) INTERCONNECTING

WIRING

COVER
Figure 8-6. Replacing the PEGAsys
Addressable Loop Module
8-4.9 Replacing the Self-Contained Power Supply
To remove the Self-Contained Power Supply proceed as Figure 8-7. Replacing the Self-Contained Power Supply
follows: 8-4.10 Replacing the Multi-Zone Power Supply

! CAUTION 1. Remove/turn off AC power and all battery power be-

fore replacing the Multi-Zone Power Supply Module.
Before proceeding shut off main power to unit.
2. Remove batteries from enclosure and place batteries
1. Disconnect AC power from the Self-Contained Power in a safe place.
Supply and at the main breaker box. 3. Remove all connections from the TB2 and TB3 termi-
nal blocks. Remove the AC terminals from the terminal
! WARNING
block mounted on the metal back plate.
Use caution when removing batteries from unit. 4. Remove the four screws holding the power supply mod-
Do not use metal tools, and remove jewelry ule to the power supply enclosure and remove the
before attempting to disconnect battery lead power supply module.
wires. Accidental contact with the connection
posts may cause damage to equipment or 5. Remove the replacement power supply from its pack-
bodily injury. aging and inspect the unit to ensure no damage has
occurred during transit.
2. Remove the crosshead screw in the recess of the cover.
6. Install the new power supply module as described in
Remove the cover and set it aside.
Paragraph 4-7.4.
3. Disconnect all interconnecting cables to the Power Sup-
7. Reinstall the batteries and seismic straps if applicable.
ply Module.
8. Turn on the AC power.
4. Remove the two power supply module retaining screws
on each side of the module.
5. Remove the power supply by sliding outwards.
To replace the Self-Contained Power Supply proceed as
follows:
1. Remove the replacement Power Supply Module from
its packaging.
2. Inspect the unit to ensure that no damage occurred
during transit.

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POWER SUPPLY
MOUNTING SCREWS

POWER SUPPLY MODULE

MOUNTING HOLE
MOUNTING HOLE

POWER SUPPLY ENCLOSURE

1
LOAD(-)

CR19
(+)

R47
C

TB3
28VD (-)
(+)

TB1

TB2
R19
RT3
R23
(-) (+)

(+) (-)
RV101
RT4

LOAD2
C103

CR17
R22 R101
R107
C2 W2 R21 C101 R104

Q1
R13 K1
A
C B R9
Q6
Q7 R105
CR18

(+) (-)
R10 R102

D
C13 CR16

BATT1
U101
C102
CR101 RT1
Q15 R8 R15 CR2
BATT U3 R103

Q2
Q3
BATT TBL Q4

Q102
R50
GND OPR

R109
CR6

R106
FLT
R108

Q101
R46

(+) (-)
DS2

BATT2
DS1 R6
R11 RT2
DS3
R7 CR4 Q9 C104

CR102
R35 R201
R45 R49 CR3

R209
CR8

R204
R206
R34 Q103 RV201

NO/NC COM
+

C202
C11

TROUBLE
CR9 R202
Q16 R14

C201
R205
U2

R12
+ R203

U201
C8

R207
R208

N.O.
C5 CR201

N.C.
R16
Q11

Q202
CR10 C4 C9
R37 C203
Q201
R48
R42 C204 W3
Q13 R36

CR202
CR13
CR11 R20

R31
K2

Q14
CR12
R38 R27 CR5
C7
C12
C6
Q203

R28
R29
C3

R30
R43

CR15
R33

R32

CR7
R44 U1
R25

Q12
C10 R41

R18
R5

C1 R26 01

Q10
CR14
R39
CR1
29857-0
06-1

Q8

R51
R1
R40 R24
R3 R17
R4
R2 C14

Q5
W1
A
CB

CENTER LINK
Y
TER
BAT
.)
MP HR
33 A
DC,
Y (12 V
TER
BAT
HR.)
MP
, 33 A
VDC
(12

BATTERY STRAPS

MOUNTING HOLES

Figure 8-8. Replacing the Multi-Zone Power Supply

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CHAPTER 9
PARTS LIST

9-1 INTRODUCTION
The table below provides a complete list of ORION™ XT assembly parts, subassemblies and associated equipment of
the ORION XT system.
Table 9-1. Parts List
DETECTOR

Detector, 0.00075 to 0.3%/ft. (0.0025 to 1.0%/m) 77-297101-000

OPTIONAL DISPLAY

Display Module, English/Spanish/French 77-297102-000

Display Module, English/Spanish/Portuguese 77-297102-200

NETWORK OPTIONS

PEGAsys Addressable Loop Module, connects to a PEGAsys /ARIES SLC loop 77-297103-000

Stand-Alone/ARIES Compatible IIM without Modem in Red Enclosure 77-297114-001

Stand-Alone/ARIES Compatible IIM with Modem in Red Enclosure 77-297114-002

OPTIONAL SELF-CONTAINED POWER SUPPLY

Self-Contained 120/240 Vac Power Supply with Enclosure Only 77-297104-000

One 12 Vdc, 2.0 AH Battery Only 77-297105-000

OPTIONAL MULTI-ZONE POWER SUPPLY

Multi-Zone Power Supply/Battery Enclosure Only 77-297107-000

Multi-Zone 120/240 Vac Power Supply Module Only 77-297106-000

One 12 Vdc, 33 AH Battery Only 77-297108-000

MISCELLANEOUS INSTALLATION PARTS

Sampling Point Kit - Set of 25. Consists of (25) each: Sampling Point, Male 1/2-inch NPT Capillary Tube Adapter,
77-297109-000
Female 3/8-inch NPT Capillary Tube Adapter, Label for Sample Point

Capillary Tube, 3/8-inch - 250 ft. Roll 77-297110-000

Sampling Point Label - Roll of 100 (for Extended Sampling Points) 77-297021-000

Sampling Port Label - Roll of 100 77-297022-000

Sampling Pipe Label - Roll of 100 77-297023-000

Elutriator (Inertial Separator) 77-297112-000

Flush Mount Trim Ring for Detector 77-297111-000

Battery Strap Kit for Seismic Zone 4 Installation (Multi-Zone Power Supply) 77-297113-000

RS-232 Programming Cable Assembly - 9 Pin Connector to RJ-12 74-100016-003

Magnehelic Pressure Gauge Kit, 0 to 1.0- inch H2O, with Carrying Case 77-297122-000

ORION XT Manual Doc, # 77.100 06-236005-401

ORION XT Check Sheet, Doc # 77.102 06-235516-402

ORION XT SNIFF Manual, Doc # 77.101 06-235984-401

OCS User’s Guide, Doc # 77.103 06-236012-401

SOFTWARE

"SNIFF" (Version 3.0) Design Program Software CD-ROM and User’s Guide 77-297121-000

OCS (Version 3.0) Software CD-ROM and User’s Guide 77-297120-000

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Table 9-1. Parts List (cont.)

DEMONSTRATION KIT

Complete ORION XT Demonstration Kit.

Consists of: Detector, Hard-sided Case w/ Wheels, Stand, Sample Pipe Network, Power Supply, and Computer 77-297123-000
Interface Cord (74-100016-003)

SPARE PARTS

Spare Detector Head, Standard 06-129896-001

Spare Fan Assembly 06-129897-001

Spare Self-Contained Power Supply Module for 77-297104-000 06-129898-001

Spare Termination Board 06-129899-401

Extra Multi-Zone Power Supply Key 06-118013-001

Spare Cable, Detector Head to Termination Board 06-129995-001

Spare Cable, Display Module to Termination Board 06-129995-002

Spare Cable, Display Module to Termination Board 06-129995-003

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