Zp5 Gcu2 Manual

GCU2
User Manual
Document no. 1471
Issue 01
Published 15 February 2002
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GCU2
User Manual
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User Manual
Table of Contents
Introduction & System Overview
1.1
1.1.1
1.1.2
1.1.2.1
1.1.2.2
1.1.2.3
1.1.2.4
1.1.2.5
1.1.2.6
1.1.2.7
1.1.2.8
1.1.3
1.1.3.1
1.1.3.2
1.1.3.3
1.1.3.4
1.1.3.5
1.1.3.6
1.1.3.7
1.1.4
1.1.5
1.2
1.2.1
1.2.2
1.2.3
1.2.4
1.2.5
Introduction ..........................................................................................................1
Ziton ZP Gas Control Products.............................................................................1
Installation Criteria ...............................................................................................1
System Power Supplies .......................................................................................1
Operating Environment ........................................................................................1
Power Transients .................................................................................................2
Physical Mounting ................................................................................................2
Wiring...................................................................................................................2
Screw Terminals ..................................................................................................2
Static Sensitive Components................................................................................2
System Documentation ........................................................................................2
Limitations............................................................................................................3
Sensing Equipment Limitations ............................................................................3
Power Faults ........................................................................................................3
Bells and Sirens Faults.........................................................................................3
Equipment Compatibility.......................................................................................3
Gas System Design .............................................................................................3
Response Time ....................................................................................................3
Maintenance Faults..............................................................................................3
Engineering..........................................................................................................4
Manual structure ..................................................................................................4
System overview ..................................................................................................5
Control of gaseous fire extinguishing systems......................................................5
Gas control panel .................................................................................................6
Gas Status Unit ....................................................................................................7
Gas Repeater Units..............................................................................................8
Gas Door Monitor Board ......................................................................................8
Operation
2.1
2.1.1
2.1.2
2.1.3
2.1.3.1
2.1.3.2
Gas Control Unit...................................................................................................1

Controls and Indications.......................................................................................1
Normal operating condition ..................................................................................2
Fire operation - manual gas discharge .................................................................2
Manual discharge initiation ...................................................................................2
System response to manual discharge initiation...................................................2
2.1.3.3
2.1.4
2.1.4.1
2.1.4.2
2.1.5
2.1.5.1
2.1.5.2
2.1.5.3
2.1.5.4
2.1.5.5
2.2.
2.2.1
2.2.2
2.3
2.3.1
2.3.2
2.4
2.4.1
2.4.2
2.4.3
2.5
Operator obligations after manual discharge of gas .............................................3

Fire operation - unit set to automatic ....................................................................3
Initial fire alarm.....................................................................................................3
Second knock fire alarm.......................................................................................4
Operation of other functions .................................................................................5
Automatic / Manual key switch .............................................................................5
Lock-off/Reset key switch.....................................................................................6
Fault condition......................................................................................................6
Delay time settings...............................................................................................6
Hold off gas release button ..................................................................................7
Gas Status Unit ....................................................................................................8
Controls and Indications.......................................................................................8
Operation .............................................................................................................9
Gas Repeater Unit .............................................................................................10
Controls and Indications.....................................................................................10
Operation ...........................................................................................................11
Gas Door Monitor Board ....................................................................................12
Normal Operating Condition ...............................................................................12
Room occupied (door unlocked) - System on Automatic ....................................12
Room unoccupied (door locked ) - System on Manual .......................................12
Routine Maintenance .........................................................................................13
Installation
3.1
3.1.1
3.1.2
3.1.3
3.1.4
3.1.5
3.1.6
3.2
3.3
3.3.1
System Wiring ......................................................................................................1

General ................................................................................................................1
Wiring Standards..................................................................................................1
Wiring Connections ..............................................................................................1
ZP5-GCU2 Surge Protection ................................................................................2
Connection to the ZP5-GCU2 Gas Control Unit....................................................9
Connection of the ZP5-GCU2 to Gas Status Units ZP5-GCU2S ........................10
Physical Installation............................................................................................11
Door Lock Monitor Optional................................................................................13
Installation of Dock Lock Monitor........................................................................13
Commissioning
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.4.1
4.4.2
4.4.3
4.4.4
4.4.5
4.4.6
4.4.7
4.4.8
Scope...................................................................................................................1
Commissioning pre-requisites ..............................................................................2
Addressing ...........................................................................................................3
Checks.................................................................................................................5
Check Gas Control Unit........................................................................................5
Check bells/sounders ...........................................................................................5
Check detonator wiring.........................................................................................6
Check Pressure Switches (Optional fitting)...........................................................6
Check Remote Functions .....................................................................................6
Check Door Lock Monitor (Optional fitting) ...........................................................6
Check Gas Release Breakglass Units..................................................................6
Check ZP Fire Panel ............................................................................................6
4.5
4.6
4.6.1
4.6.2
4.6.3
4.6.4
4.7
4.7.1
4.8
4.9
Apply Power .........................................................................................................7

Programming the Gas Control Unit (ZP5 Mk2 and ZP3 Panels) .........................8
Two Lines with 1 Zone in each Line .....................................................................9
Two Lines - Sensors in two Lines .......................................................................11
Single Line - Multiple Sensors ............................................................................13
Single Line - 2 Zones .........................................................................................15
Tests ..................................................................................................................17
System Test .......................................................................................................17
Arm the System..................................................................................................18
Specification.......................................................................................................19
Maintenance
5.1
5.1.1
5.1.2
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.5.1
5.5.2
5.5.2.1
5.5.2.2
5.5.2.3
5.5.3
5.6
5.7
5.7.1
5.7.2
5.7.3
5.7.4
5.8
5.8.1
5.8.1.1
5.8.1.2
5.8.1.3
5.8.1.4
5.8.1.5
5.8.1.6
5.8.2
5.9
5.10
Maintenance Responsibilities ...............................................................................1

Regular Procedures .............................................................................................1
Fault Fixing ..........................................................................................................2
Maintenance pre-requisites ..................................................................................2
Log Books ............................................................................................................3
Test notification and preparation ..........................................................................4
Routine Checks and Tests ...................................................................................5
Weekly Checks ....................................................................................................5
Quarterly Service .................................................................................................5
Gas Control Unit...................................................................................................5
Gas Status/Repeater Units (Optional) ..................................................................7
Gas Door Lock Monitor (Optional) ........................................................................7
Arming the System...............................................................................................8
Cleaning the Gas Control Unit..............................................................................9
Faults - Communication GCU2 to Control Panel ................................................10
Device Unaccepted ............................................................................................11
Relay not Responding ........................................................................................12
Device Type fault ...............................................................................................13
Device offline .....................................................................................................14
Gas Control Unit Faults ......................................................................................15
Gas Control Unit General Faults ........................................................................15
Manual Gas Release Faults ...............................................................................16
Gas Detonator Faults .........................................................................................17
Gas Pressure Faults ..........................................................................................18
Fire Bell Fault .....................................................................................................18
Gas Discharge Siren Fault .................................................................................19
Gas Pressure Verification Switch Fault ..............................................................20
Gas Control Unit Power Fault.............................................................................20
Gas Status/Repeater Unit Fault (Optional) .........................................................21
Gas Door Monitor Unit "Fault" (Optional)............................................................22
Typical Application
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4
6.5
6.6
6.6.1
6.7
Scope...................................................................................................................1
A Single Gas Area................................................................................................3
Multiple Gas Areas with Individual Gas Supplies..................................................5
Multiple Gas Areas with Common Gas Supply .....................................................7
Single Gas Area with Door Monitor Unit ...............................................................9
Single Gas Area with Multiple Doors and Gas Status Units................................11
Rewiring of Status for reverse Auto/Manual Control ...........................................13
Remote Monitoring using a Gas Repeater Unit ..................................................15
Appendix A
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
PS1464.1
PS1465.1
PS1466.1
PS1467.1
PS1468.1
PS1469.1
PS1470.1
501-126900-0-02
501-127000-0-01
501-127100-0-01
501-138700-0-01
501-138800-0-01
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Introduction and System Overview
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1.1 Introduction
1.1.1 Ziton ZP Gas Control Products.
A list of part numbers for the Ziton products relating to the construction of a Gas Control
System follows. This list includes all standard as well as optional products.
NB: It is important to note that the Ziton ZP Gas Control System works as a integral part of
the Ziton ZP Fire Control System. It is also understood that the engineer in charge of the
design and installation of the Gas Control System is fully conversant with the operation and
functioning the Ziton ZP Fire Control Systems.
Part No.
Reference No.
Description
Usage
80001
ZP5-GCU2
Gas Control Unit
standard
80002
ZP5-GCU2
Gas Control Unit red
standard
80101
ZP5-GCU2S
Gas Status Unit
optional
80201
ZP5-GCU2R
Gas Repeater Unit
optional
07700
ZP5-GMD1
Gas Door Lock Monitor Unit
optional
1.1.2 Installation Criteria

Do not attempt to install, service or operate the system until this manual has been read and
understood. Adherence to the manual recommendations will ensure problem-free installation
and long term reliability.
1.1.2.1 System Power Supplies

During installation of the system or modification to the system, the dc power supply and
batteries should be disconnected to avoid damage to circuit.
1.1.2.2 Operating Environment

It should be ensured that all system components and peripheral equipment are located
within the limiting environment specified.
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1.1.2.3 Power Transients

As with all electronic devices, the system is susceptible to damage by lightning induced
transients. Proper grounding will reduce susceptibility.
1.1.2.4 Physical Mounting

All electronic assemblies should be removed from cabinets prior to any drilling, filing,
reaming or punching of the enclosure. Before making modifications, verify that they will not
interfere with battery, transformer, and printed circuit board location.
1.1.2.5 Wiring
It is imperative that wiring falls within the limitations given in the wiring guide, in respect of
line resistance, line capacitance and crosstalk from interfering signals.
1.1.2.6 Screw Terminals

Over tightening of screw terminals can damage threads, resulting in reduced terminal
contact pressure and difficulty with screw terminal removal.
1.1.2.7 Static Sensitive Components

Printed circuit boards contain static sensitive components. Retain loose printed circuit boards
in static suppressive packing.
1.1.2.8 System Documentation

Comprehensive drawings of the system, signed off by the responsible engineer, must be
kept on record. The system design must take into account local codes and requirements.
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1.1.3 Limitations
Certain limitations must be borne in mind when protecting life or property.
1.1.3.1 Sensing Equipment Limitations

The Gas Control equipment is reliant on external detection equipment such as detectors, call
points and fire control panels in order to activate. Incorrect positioning of the detectors,
limitations in the detector itself or incorrect application can result in failure of the detection
process.
1.1.3.2 Power Faults

In the event of a mains fault the Ziton ZP Fire System can run off on board batteries for
approximately 24 hrs depending on the loading of the system. After this time the Ziton ZP
Fire Control System will fail and thus cause the Gas Control System to fail until such time as
the mains power is returned.
1.1.3.3 Bells and Sirens Faults

When the Gas Control System causes a gas discharge corresponding fire bells and sirens
will sound. These could prove useless unless they are situated in close proximity to the
people they are supposed to alert.
1.1.3.4 Equipment Compatibility

The Gas Cylinder release mechanism must be compatible with the Gas Control Unit
activating circuit. Incompatibility can cause malfunction.
1.1.3.5 Gas System Design

The Gas Control System only controls the gas activating circuits. The design of the piping
nozzles gas pressure etc. is the responsibility of the gas system design engineer.
1.1.3.6 Response Time

In designing the gas system cognisance must be taken of inherent delays between fire
detection and gas release plus deliberate delays to allow for personnel evacuation.
1.1.3.7 Maintenance Faults

As with most Gas Systems the most common cause of their malfunction is lack of
maintenance. A full maintenance plan should be carried out on a regular basis as stipulated
in Part 5 of this manual.
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1.1.4 Engineering
This manual is written assuming the reader is fully familiar with the Ziton ZP Fire Control
System and the following standards.
NFPA 12
Installation, Maintenance, and Use of Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems
NFPA 12A
Installation, Maintenance, and Use of Halon 1311 Fire Extinguishing Systems
NFPA 12B
Installation, Maintenance, and Use of Halon 1211 Fire Extinguishing Systems
BS7273
PART1
Electrical Actuation of gaseous total flooding extinguishing systems.
BS5839
PART 1
Code of practice for system design, installation and servicing.
Great care must be taken to ensure the correct engineering of the system. The instructions
stipulated in Parts 2 - 6 of this manual must be thoroughly understood and carefully followed.
Inappropriate application can give rise to system failure.
1.1.5 Manual structure

A summary of the following Parts of the manual is as follows:
Part 2
Operation
The Operation section is a guide to the operators of ZP

Gas Control Units explaining routine operation and
reaction to fire and fault conditions raised by the panel.
Part 3
Installation
The Installation section describes the correct procedures

for the physical installation and connection of the basic
ZP5-GCU2 Gas Control system.
Part 4
Commissioning
The Commissioning section describes the steps

necessary to commission the basic ZP5-GCU2 Gas
Control system.
Part 5
Maintenance
The Maintenance section describes in detail the

maintenance and testing procedures necessary in order
to ensure trouble free long term operation of the ZP5GCU2 Gas Control system.
Part 6
Typical
Applications
The Applications section describes various systems that

can be made up using the Gas Control System in
conjunction with the Ziton ZP Fire Control System.
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1.2 System overview

1.2.1 Control of gaseous fire extinguishing systems
The ZP Analogue Addressable Fire Detection System is ideally suited to operating Halon
1301 or Carbon Dioxide (CO2 ) fire extinguishing systems protecting small or large hazards.
Gaseous fire extinguishing systems are extensively used to protect risks such as computer
rooms, data storage, transformer, electrical control rooms, file storage and, essentially, any
area where the use of water is inappropriate.
The nature of Gaseous extinguishing systems imposes certain criteria upon the fire detection
and control equipment. These are the need to prevent accidental gas discharge, audible
alarms indicating alarm and gas discharge, time delays to allow evacuation of personnel
from the area, shut-down of equipment and ventilation, and the closing of doors and shutters
to prevent gas leakage.
The ZP Gas Control System not only achieves these requirements, but includes the many
advantages of advanced addressable analogue fire detection.
A major feature of the system is that all functions are software controlled. All actions carried
out at the gas Control Unit, both automatic and manual, are reported to the main ZP Fire
Alarm Panel via the Addressable communication line.
The arrangement of a typical system is illustrated in Figure 2.1
Fig 2.1 Gas System Configuration
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1.2.2 Gas control panel

The Ziton ZP Gas Control Unit is designed to connect to a ZP fire detection system, and
control a Halon 1301/1211 or Carbon Dioxide (CO2 ) gas fire extinguishing system. It
interfaces to the fire detectors of a ZP fire detection system, and provides secure
"coincidence connection" control of the gas extinguishing system.
The self-contained unit has key switches for automatic or manual selection, as well as lockoff for maintenance. Other controls are a manual gas release, an alarm silence push-button,
gas hold off button and indicators for automatic, manual, locked-off, fault, fire, gas
discharged and reset status.
Outputs are provided for gas release valves or detonators, audible fire alarm sounders,
separate gas release sounders, visual exit signs, door closing and shutter release. Also
provided are facilities for remote manual gas release, and remote operation and status
functions.
Extensive monitoring is provided for many functions, including power supply, fuses, and
operation. Field wiring is monitored for gas release valves/detonators, fire sounder, gas
sounder, and manual gas release units.
Optional monitoring is provided for low gas pressure, gas release verification, and
locked/unlocked entry door status of the protected area.
The gas control unit is under the control of its ZP fire control panel. It communicates with the
fire panel every two seconds, and reports the status of all functions. A fault signal is raised at
the fire panel for any out-of-normal condition which exists at the gas control unit. The fire
panel indicates the type of fault, and where applicable, reports the condition to a building
management system.
Remote status of each gas control unit -automatic, manual, fault, locked-off, or gas
discharged-can be displayed at the ZP fire control panel without additional wiring.
Each gas control unit operates one gas fire extinguishing system. Any number of gas control
units may be used on a ZP fire detection system, with each unit requiring two system
addresses. The system is field programmable, with functions such as detector crossmapping, automatic gas release delay, selection of delay/no delay for manual gas release,
and output relay control being fully configurable.
Fig 2.2 Gas Control Unit External Appearance
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1.2.3 Gas Status Unit

The Ziton ZP5-GCU2S Gas Status Unit is designed to connect to a ZP5-GCU2 Gas Control
Unit.
The Gas Status Unit has key switches to enable remote control of the Gas Control Unit for
automatic or manual selection, as well as lock-off for maintenance. Other controls are
manual gas release via the callpoint, alarm silence push button, as well as a gas hold off
more time button. Indicators mimic those on the Gas Control Unit for automatic, manual,
locked-off, gas discharged and reset status.
Manual gas release facilities are monitored from one Gas Status Unit to another with an end
of line resistor connected at the unit furthest from the Gas Control Unit. This resistor can be
connected by means of a link.
Up to 10 Gas Status Units and/or Repeater Units may be attached to any one Gas Control
Unit.
Fig 2.3 Gas Status Unit External Appearance
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1.2.4 Gas Repeater Units

The ZP5-GCU2R Gas Repeater unit connects to a ZP5-GCU2 Gas Control unit in the same
way as a Gas Status unit. However, the repeater unit only mimics the indications of the
control unit: it does not enable remote control of the unit.
Fig 2.4 Gas Repeater Unit External Appearance
1.2.5 Gas Door Monitor Board

The Gas Door Monitor Board ZP5-GDM1 is an optional board which fits "piggy-back" on the
Gas Control Unit Main Control Board. The door monitor unit gives an alarm when a gas
protected room is left in an automatic discharge condition whilst occupants are in the room,
or, if left in a manual discharge condition when occupants have left the room. The detection
of room occupancy is by means of a switch connected to the entrance lock.
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2.1 Gas Control Unit

2.1.1 Controls and Indications
The operation controls and indications are illustrated in Figure 1.1
Fig 1.1 ZP5-GCU2 Gas Control Unit Front Panel

KEY DESCRIPTION
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
Fire LEDs
Fault LEDs
Lock-off/Reset LEDs
Power-on LED
Lock-off/Reset keyswitch
Automatic Mode LEDs
Automatic/Manual keyswitch
Manual Mode LEDs
Silence pushbutton
Hold off gas release button
Hold off gas release indicator
Gas Discharge LEDs
Gas discharge pending indicator
Break-glass Unit Protective Flap
Break-glass Pane
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2.1.2 Normal operating condition

Under normal operating conditions the following indications will exist.
a.
Yellow "Automatic" LEDs ON if keyswitch in vertical position OR
b.
Green "Manual" LEDs ON if keyswitch in horizontal position.
c.
Green "Power On" LED ON.
d.
No audible alarms sounding.
2.1.3 Fire operation - manual gas discharge

Please note that the guidelines below are given for guidance only. You must comply with
your own fire drill instructions and local codes or practice.
The gas discharge sequence can be initiated manually if fire is detected in the gas protected
area and discharging the gas is justified. This can be done with the Gas Control Unit in any
mode except "Locked-off" mode.
2.1.3.1 Manual discharge initiation

a.
Evacuate the gas controlled area of all personnel.
b.
Close doors and openings leading into the gas protected area to minimise gas
leakage if required.
c.
Lift the flap on the breakglass unit and break the glass panel. Leave the area of the
Gas Control Unit if inside the protected area.
2.1.3.2 System response to manual discharge initiation
a.
The Gas Discharge Sounder will sound.
b.
Any plant/ventilation etc connected to the Gas Control Unit will shut down, and
doors and openings will automatically close.
c.
The gas will be discharged. This discharge might be instantaneous or occur after a
time delay depending on set-up.
d.
The two red "Gas Discharge" LEDs will illuminate on the Gas Control Unit.
e.
This event will be displayed on the ZP Fire Detection Panel in the format "GAS
DROP!" with the zone number and line address of the Gas Control Unit.
f.
If a printer is connected to the ZP Fire Detection Panel then the message "GAS
RELEASE" will be printed with details of the Gas Control Unit line address, zone
number, event number and date and time.
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2.1.3.3 Operator obligations after manual discharge of gas

a.
Call the Fire Department.
b.
Investigate the gas protected area and check that the source of smoke or heat has
been adequately extinguished.
c.
Disable the Gas Control Unit by turning the "LOCK-OFF/RESET" key switch
clockwise so that the two red LEDs illuminate.
d.
The Gas Discharge sounder will silence.
e.
Press the Accept followed by the Reset key on the ZP Fire Detection Panel and the
panel should return to normal.
f.
Notify the maintenance staff or company to have the broken glass pane on the
breakglass unit replaced, the gas cylinders refilled and detonator replaced.
g.
Turn the "LOCK-OFF/RESET" key switch anti-clockwise and the Gas Control Unit
will return to normal.
2.1.4 Fire operation - unit set to automatic

Please note the below is given for guidance only. You must comply with your own fire drill
instructions and local codes of practice.
As a precaution against inadvertent discharge of gas, the Gas Control Unit is configured so
that Fire Alarm has to be received from two independent sources (coincidence connection)
before automatic gas discharge takes place. This can only happen if the system is set to
AUTOMATIC.
2.1.4.1 Initial fire alarm

Initial fire alarm indications
When the first device detects heat or smoke in the gas protected are, the following occurs:
a.
The two red "Fire" LEDs on the Gas Control Unit illuminate.
b.
The Fire Alarm Sounder is activated.
c.
The panel buzzer on the ZP Fire Detection Panel will sound, the zone and common
Fire LEDs will flash, and a message will be displayed in the format "FIRE" with the
zone and device number.
d.
The red LED at the triggered device will flash.
e.
If a printer is connected to the ZP Fire Detection Panel then the message

"**FIRE**" will be printed with details of the triggered detectors type, device
number, zone number, event number and date and time.
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Operator response to initial fire alarm

a.
Press the "Silence" pushbutton on the Gas Control Unit to silence the fire alarm
sounders connected to it.
b.
Press the "ACCEPT" key on the ZP Fire Detection Panel to silence that panel
buzzer. The zone and common fire LEDs will revert to a steady illumination and
fire alarm sounders connected to the ZP Fire Detection Panel will silence.
c.
Investigate the alarm and remove the source of smoke or heat from the detector
which initiated the alarm.
d.
If the fire is extensive, manual gas discharge can be initiated as in section 2.1.3.1 .
Resetting the system after clearance of initial fire alarm

a.
Once the source of smoke or heat has been removed, and any damage rectified,
press the "Reset" key on the ZP Fire Detection Panel. The panels will return to
normal if the initiating source has been adequately handled.
b.
Briefly turn the "LOCK-OFF/RESET" key switch on the Gas Control Unit clockwise
and then anti-clockwise to reset the unit.
c.
The unit will return to normal.
2.1.4.2 Second knock fire alarm

This sequence will occur if the Gas Control Unit is set to AUTOMATIC and smoke or heat is
detected by a second detection device.
Indications of pending automatic gas discharge
a.
When a second device coincidence connection is detected the Gas Discharge

Sounder will sound.
b.
Any plant/ventilation etc connected to the Gas Control Unit will be shut down.
c.
The preset time delay before gas discharge will commence.
d.
Evacuate the gas controlled area of all personnel.
e.
Attempt to prevent gas leakage by closing doors and openings leading to the gas
protected area.
Emergency stop of pending automatic gas discharge

a.
If for any reason personnel cannot be evacuated and an emergency step is

required to the gas discharge, the LOCK-OFF/RESET key should be turned
clockwise to lock off the unit.
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Automatic gas discharge

a.
When the preset time delay has lapsed the gas will be discharged.
b.
The two red "Gas Discharge" LEDs will illuminate on the Gas Control Unit when
gas has been discharged.
c.
This event will be displayed on the ZP Fire Detection Panel in the format "GAS
DROP!" With the zone number and line address of the Gas Control Unit.
d.
If a printer is connected to the ZP Fire Detection Panel then the message "GAS
RELEASE" will be printed with details of Gas Control Unit line address, zone
number, event number and date and time.
Operator response to automatic gas discharge

a.
Call the Fire Department
b.
Investigate the gas protected area and check that the source of smoke or heat has
been adequately extinguished.
c.
Once the source of smoke or heat has been removed, press the "ACCEPT"
followed by the "RESET" key and the ZP Fire Detection Panel and the panel
should return to normal if the initiating source has been adequately handled.
d.
Reset the Gas Control Unit by turning the "LOCK-OFF/RESET keyswitch clockwise
once and then anti-clockwise to the vertical position.
e.
The Gas Discharge sounder will silence.
f.
The two red "Gas Discharge" LEDs will extinguish.
g.
Notify the maintenance staff or company to have the gas cylinder re-filled and the
detonator replaced if necessary.
2.1.5 Operation of other functions

2.1.5.1 Automatic / Manual key switch
This feature is used to isolate the automatic release of the gas particularly when the
protected area is occupied. To select "Manual" operating mode turn the "Automatic/Manual"
keyswitch to the horizontal position and the following will occur:
a.
The two green "Manual" LEDs will illuminate.
b.
If a printer is connected to the ZP Fire Detection Panel then the message "GC
MANUAL" will be printed as well as the gas unit address, the zone number, the
event number and the date and time.
To select "Automatic" operating mode, turn the "Automatic/Manual" key switch to the vertical
position and the following will occur:
a.
The two yellow "Automatic" LEDs will illuminate
b.
If a printer is connected to the ZP Fire Detection Panel, then the message "GC
AUTO" will be printed as well as the gas unit address, the zone number, the event
number and the date and time.
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2.1.5.2 Lock-off/Reset key switch

The Gas Control Unit can be disabled while the system is being maintained in order to
prevent accidental gas discharge.
To disable the unit turn the "LOCK-OFF"/RESET keyswitch clockwise to the horizontal
position and the following will occur:
a.
The two red "LOCK-OFF/RESET" LEDs will illuminate.
b.
If a printer is connected to the ZP Fire Detection Panel then the message "GC
DISABLE" will be printed as well as the gas unit address, the zone number, the
event number and the date and time. Remember to enable the Gas Control Unit
once maintenance has been carried out by turning the "Lock-Off/Reset" keyswitch
anti-clockwise to the vertical position so that the two red "Lock-Off/Reset" LEDs
extinguish and the ZP Fire Detection Panel printer prints "GC MANUAL" or "GC
AUTO" depending on the selected mode.
2.1.5.3 Fault condition

Should a fault occur on the gas control system then the following will occur:
a.
The two yellow "fault" LEDs on the Gas Control Unit will illuminate.
b.
The panel buzzer on the ZP Fire Detection Panel will sound, the common fault LED
will illuminate and a message will be displayed in the format "GC GENFLT" with the
zone number and line address. Note that fault messages "GC OPMODE" and "GC
LOCKOUT" refer to the optional Door Lock Monitor Unit if fitted.
c.
If a printer is connected to the ZP Fire Detection Panel then the message

"GCGENFAULT" will be printed as well as the line address, the zone number, the
event number and the date and time.
d.
Press the "ACCEPT" key on the ZP Fire Detection Panel to silence the panel
buzzer.
e.
Notify the maintenance staff or company to have the fault investigated and
rectified.
f.
After clearance of the fault, press the "ACCEPT" then the "RESET" key on the ZP
Fire Detection Panel and the panels should return to normal.
2.1.5.4 Delay time settings

The delay period is factory set to thirty seconds but is adjustable between 5 s and 45 s.
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2.1.5.5 Hold off gas release button

The gas control unit provides a means of ensuring evacuation. There are two modes of
operation which are selected via a jumper setting on the Gas Units display board. This
applies to a manual release.
Time reset mode

This function provides a more time operation. The units time delay resets to the full delay
period when the button is pressed and released.
Note: The time delay period is applied from the time the button is released. There is no limit
on the amount of times that the more time operation is used. The more time operation
can be reinitiated at any time within the time delay period.
The more time operation as described above applies to the manual gas release operation.
The table below lists the 2 options (ie. a & b) for setting the links.
a
b
link
setting
L2
ON
L5
OFF
L2
OFF
L5
ON
link function
no delay on callpoint trigger
preset delay on callpoint trigger as set by VR1 on display board
Automatic release must be used with the timer reset link placed on L3 on the main board.
When the hold off button is pressed the delay time as set by VR1 on the main board will be
reset to the full delay time.
For automatic release operation

The Gas Control Unit main board jumper L3 Timer reset must be enabled to use the more
time option for coincidence triggered automatic release. The units time delay resets to the
full delay period when the button is pushed and released. There is no limit on the amount of
times the more time operation is used.
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2.2. Gas Status Unit

The operation controls and indications are illustrated in Figure 2.1 .
Fig 2.1 ZP5-GCU2S Status Unit Front Panel
KEY
DESCRIPTION
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
Fire LEDs
Fault LEDs
Lock-off/Reset LEDs
Power-on LED
Lock-off/Reset keyswitch
Automatic Mode LEDs
Automatic/Manual keyswitch
Manual Mode LEDs
Silence pushbutton
Hold off gas release button
Gas Discharge LEDs
Break-glass Unit Protective Flap
Break-glass Pane
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2.2.2 Operation
The operation of the Gas System from the Gas Status Unit is exactly the same as the
operation from the Gas Control Unit. This is described in the sections listed below:
Normal operating condition - Section 2.1.2
Fire operation - manual gas discharge - Section 2.1.3
Fire operation - unit set to automatic - Section 2.1.4
Operation other functions - Section 2.1.5
It should be noted that if either the Gas Control Unit or the Status Gas Unit is set to Auto by
means of the keyswitch control, the system will be on Automatic as indicated by the front
panel LEDs. Similarly, if either the Gas Control Unit or the Gas Status Unit is set to Lockedoff by means of the keyswitch control, then the system will be locked off as indicated by the
front panel LEDs.
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2.3 Gas Repeater Unit

The operation controls and indications are illustrated in Figure 3.1 .
Fig 3.1 ZP5-GCU2R Status Unit Front Panel

KEY DESCRIPTION
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Fire LEDs
Fault LEDs
Lock-off/Reset LEDs
Power-on LED
Automatic Mode LEDs
Manual Mode LEDs
Gas Discharge LEDs
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2.3.2 Operation
No control of the Gas system is possible from a Gas Repeater Unit. As operation takes place
at the Gas Control Unit or Gas Status Unit, as described in Sections 2.1.2 to 2.1.5, a mimic
of the LED indications is given at the Repeater Unit.
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2.4 Gas Door Monitor Board

2.4.1 Normal Operating Condition
The normal operating condition, when a door lock monitor is fitted to a Gas Control Unit
controlling a gas protected room, is as follows:
Room occupied (door unlocked)
- Gas discharge on manual
Room unoccupied (door locked)
- Gas discharge on automatic
The manual/automatic LEDs will indicate accordingly and the door monitor buzzer will be
silent.
2.4.2 Room occupied (door unlocked) - System on Automatic

This is a potentially hazardous situation to occupants of the room. If the door is unlocked and
the system is not switched to manual, then the door monitor buzzer will sound as a warning
of the hazard. If the system has not been switched to manual within 30 seconds, then a fault
message will be communicated to the Fire Control Panel.
2.4.3 Room unoccupied (door locked ) - System on Manual

This is a potentially hazardous situation in that no-one is present to manually activate the
system in the case of fire. An automatic discharge resulting from sensor detection is
required.
If the door is locked and the system has not been switched to automatic, then a buzzer will
sound as a warning of the situation. If the system has not been switched to automatic within
30 seconds, then a fault message will be communicated to the Fire Control Panel and a
buzzer will sound.
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2.5 Routine Maintenance

On a daily basis, the operator should check the following:
a.
That, apart from "Power on" and "Auto/Manual" LEDs, no other Gas Control Unit
front fascia LEDs are illuminated.
b.
That the Control Panel has not given indication that any fault exists on the Gas
Control Unit.
c.
If a door lock monitor is fitted, check that the buzzer sounds if the unit is switched
to manual whilst the door is locked, or if the unit is switched to automatic when the
door is unlocked.
d.
Log the check in the system log.
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3.1 System Wiring

3.1.1 General
All wiring must be installed in compliance with local codes, and in accordance with the
requirements of the local authority having jurisdiction.
Fire alarm systems must remain operative during the initial phase of a fire and hence it is
important that certain wiring practices are followed.
In particular, the requirements of British Standard BS5839 : Part 1 : 1988 : Sections 17 and
24 should be complied with.
3.1.2 Wiring Standards

All wiring must be installed to the standards laid down in Ziton wiring guide GA322.
WARNING:
The wiring connection to the gas cylinder detonator is a low impedance circuit
which can draw up to 1 ampere during detonation. It must be ensured that wiring
to the detonator is of sufficient capacity to avoid wiring resistance voltage loss.
3.1.3 Wiring Connections

Wiring connections are described for the following:
Gas Control Unit to ZP Address Line connection.
Connections to the ZP5-GCU2 Gas Control Unit.
Connection of ZP5-GCU2 Gas Control Unit to ZP5-GCUS2 Gas Status Units.
Connection of ZP5-GCU2 Gas Control Unit to ZP5-GCUR2 Gas Repeater Units
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3.1.4 ZP5-GCU2 Surge Protection

Field experience has shown that the Ziton Gas Control Unit is often connected to a power
source which has fluctuations and surges outside of the recommended operating voltage
limits.
Since the integrity of a Gas Control Unit is critical to the protection of equipment and safety
of personnel, the ZP5-GCU2 gas control unit has been upgraded with the addition of a surge
suppression and low voltage detection board as illustrated below.
NOTE : Field Wiring Connections.

The GCU2 surge suppression / low voltage board effects the terminal layout of the 24V DC
power, the ZP loop wiring and the earth connection. Refer to Surge suppression / low
voltage board terminal connections diagram on page 3-3.
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24vDC power
The external 24V DC power connections are now on the add-on board. It will be noticed that
the old power connection terminals on the main board are now pre-wired. This wiring must
not be removed.
ZP Loop wiring
The ZP loop connections are now on the add-on board. Additional terminals have been
provided for the respective loop screens. It will be noticed that the old ZP Loop terminals on
the main board are now pre-wired. This wiring must not be removed.
Note that screens must be properly connected at the fire panel.
Earth connection
The add-on board includes a separate earth terminal which did not exist on the original Gas
Control Unit.
The Gas Control Unit must be connected to a secure earth. If this was not previously done a
new connection will be necessary. Good wiring practice should be followed and the earth
connection should be kept as short as possible.
When mounting the Main Control Board, ensure that the earth wiring lug included in the
wiring loom is correctly fastened. Refer to Main Control Board mounting diagram for
mounting instructions.
NB:
DO NOT JOIN THE SCREENS OF THE TWO LOOPS TOGETHER.

USE LOOP A SCREEN (TERMINAL 6) FOR LOOP A (IN AND OUT).
USE LOOP B SCREEN (TERMINAL 9) FOR LOOP B (IN AND OUT)
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Mounting Instructions
The Gas Control Unit main board is now supplied with two screws and two spring washers
for mounting into the Gas Control Unit box. To ensure the effectiveness of the surge
suppression board, the earth lug from the wiring loom must be earthed as shown below.
To mount the Gas Unit Main Board, align the main board chassis mounting slots with the
lower studs of the Gas Unit box. Insert the main board into the Gas Unit box so that the
main board chassis rests on the studs. Insert the mounting screws, spring washers and
the free earth lug of the wiring loom as shown below. Tighten screws.
Do not disassemble the circuit boards from the chassis.
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Programming of the GCU2

It is mandatory for all new gas protected areas to be wired using two ZP Loops. This is to
ensure the highest level of security available against false gas drops.
Furthermore, the two addresses assigned to the Gas Control Unit must be at least TWENTY
apart ie. If GCU2 loop A uses address A005 then GCU2 loop B can only utilise addresses
from B025 onwards. Note that any two ZP loops of the fire panel may be used for
connecting the GCU2. Any addresses may be assigned to the devices within the protected
area.
The devices in a protected area must be equally divided into two coincidence
areas/patterns viz. CA1 and CA2.
A coincidence area may consist of a single detector or many detectors, dependent on the
size of the protected area.
Diagrams 1 to 4 on page 3-6 represent a plan view of protected areas with the dotted lines
encompassing detectors. The dotted lines form the two required coincidence areas / patterns
CA1 and CA2 which zig-zag across the protected area, overlapping in certain places. It can
be seen therefore that due to the coincidence pattern a fire in any part of the protected area
will be as close as possible to both coincidence areas.
The GCU2 has two addresses each of which is associated to its own coincidence area /
pattern. There must be a fire condition in both coincidence areas to initialise a gas drop.
Should you wish to program a system on a Zone basis then the coincidence coverage
patterns will inherently become fire zones i.e. CA1 will become fire Zone 1 and CA2 will
become fire Zone 2.
Should you wish to program a system on a device basis then each detector in CA1 will be
associated to the first GCU2 address and each detector in CA2 will be associated with the
second GCU2 address.
The basic programming principle is that from coincidence area 1 a fire alarm will be mapped
to the first GCU2 address and a fire alarm from coincidence area 2 will be mapped to the
second GCU2 address resulting in a gas drop. The devices MUST be programmed on a
SKNS (single knock non silencing) basis for correct operation.
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Examples of cross-pattern detection areas

The diagrams 1 - 4 below illustrate typical detector layouts. Programming examples are
given on page 3-7.
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Programming on a ZONE basis.

The Gas Control Unit in diagram 5 is configured for its first address to be 1005 and its
second address to be 2025.
Diagram 1 :
Zone 1 consists of detector 1001 (coincidence area one)

Zone 2 consists of detector 2001 (coincidence area two)
Diagram 3 :
Zone 1 consists of detectors 1001, 1002 & 1003

(coincidence area one)
Zone 2 consists of detectors 2001, 2002 & 2003
(coincidence area two)
Both areas will be programmed identically:

INPUT
OUTPUT
MODE
ZONE 1
1005 (GCU2 FIRST ADDRESS)
SKNS (Single knock non silencing)
ZONE 2
2025 (GCU2 SECOND ADDRESS)
Programming on a DEVICE basis.

The Gas Control Unit in diagram 5 is configured for its first address to be 1005 and its
second address to be 2025.
Diagram 1 :
Coincidence area one consists of device 1001

Coincidence area two consists of device 2001
Diagram 3 :
Coincidence area one consists of devices 1001,1002 & 1003

Coincidence area two consists of devices 2001,2002 & 2003
Both areas will be programmed in a similar manner:

DIAGRAM 1
INPUT
OUTPUT
MODE
1001
1005 (GCU FIRST ADDRESS)
2001
2025 (GCU SECOND ADDRESS)
DIAGRAM 3
INPUT
OUTPUT
MODE
1001
1002
1003
2001
2002
2003
One would follow the same format and apply the same rules for any protected area.
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Optional Door monitor board

Some Gas Control systems are fitted with optional door lock monitor boards to report the
locked/unlocked status of the doors to the protected area. This board is piggy-backed on top
of the surge suppression / low voltage board using the supplied hardware.
Planner and ZG100 Graphics Software
When configuring Planner panel programming package, or ZG100 graphics package, for use
with a Gas Control Unit the LOOP A address is denoted by "GCU" and the LOOP B address
is denoted by "LRY".
In the ZG100 Graphics package the LOOP A address reports the GCU status, and therefore
it is not necessary to allow for an icon for the "LRY" LOOP B address.
Operation
There is a cosmetic software "bug" in the fire alarm panel. Should the loop B address of the
GCU be activated before the loop A address the fire panel will report "GCTRIGGR". The
GCU is only "triggered" when both the loop A and loop B addresses are activated by fire
conditions. If the loop A address is activated first then the "bug" is not apparent. This "bug" in
no way effects the correct operation of the GCU.
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3.1.5 Connection to the ZP5-GCU2 Gas Control Unit

The terminal functions are described in the datasheet for the Gas Control Unit Main Board
(PS 1468.1) which is included in Appendix A. The connection wiring is illustrated in Figure
1.5.
Fig 1.5 Wiring Connection Gas Control Unit ZP5-GCU2
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3.1.6 Connection of the ZP5-GCU2 to Gas Status Units ZP5-GCU2S

The terminal functions are described in the datasheet for the ZP Gas Status Main
Board (PS 1469.1) which is included in Appendix A. The connection wiring
to the Gas Status Unit is illustrated in Figure 1.6.
Fig 1.6 Connection Wiring to Gas Status Unit
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3.2 Physical Installation

It is recommended that the Gas Control Unit be located outside the protected area in close
proximity to the exit and gas cylinders. If it is not feasible to locate near to the gas cylinders
then the warning regarding impedance of the detonator line contained in section 3.1.2 must
be taken into account. The control devices in the protective area, such as sounders, are
connected directly to the Gas Control Unit.
The Gas Control Unit is designed to be either surface mounted or recessed semi-flush into a
wall. Refer to Fig 2 on page 3-12.
Rear conduit entry is provided; top entry is permitted while bottom entry is not allowed.
To install the Gas Control Unit, follow these instructions:
1. Unlock and open the front panel with the key provided.
2. Disconnect the front panel by unplugging the ribbon cable connector on the main PCB.
3. Remove the front panel by sliding it out of the two slots on the unit.
4. Loosen the 3 bolts indicated below
5. Remove the PCB-chassis plate assembly carefully.

6. Mount the housing as per the attached sheet.
7. Re-fit the PCB-chassis plate assembly.
8. Wire the Gas Unit Control Unit according to the terminal schedule.
9. Refit the front panel.
10. Plug in the ribbon cable connector.
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Fig 2 Physical Mounting Arrangements
The Gas Status Units and Gas Repeater Units are mounted the same way.
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3.3 Door Lock Monitor Optional

The unit is described in datasheet PS1467.1 which is to be found in Appendix A. When fitted
with a door lock monitor board, the Gas Control Unit must be located next to the door being
monitored, ie: the entrance door to the protected area.
3.3.1 Installation of Dock Lock Monitor

Power down the Gas Control Unit.
Mount the Door Lock Monitor Board on the Gas Control Main Board. The door lock monitor
boards mounts on four posts provided on the Gas Control Main Board. The orientation of the
board is such that the terminal block on the door monitor board is orientated the same way
as the terminal block on the Gas Control Board.
Wire the inter-connections between the two boards as illustrated on page 3-14.
Connect the wiring to the monitoring switch on the door of the area being protected (contacts
open when door is unlocked)
Re-apply power to the Gas Control Unit and check operation.
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4.1 Scope
This section covers the programming of ZP5 Mk2 and ZP3 Fire Panels using the ZP5-GCU2
Gas Control Unit.
For programming the Gas Control Unit of ZP5 Mk1 Fire Panels refer to the applicable
Commissioning Manual.
Commissioning a Gas Control Unit requires the performing of a number of logical steps.
These must be done in the sequence given to successfully complete the task.
IMPORTANT: Once the gas control unit is connected, the wiring must not be
meggered: to do so will cause irreparable damage to the circuit.
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4.2 Commissioning pre-requisites

Before commissioning any gas control system, certain pre-requisites must be adhered to:
1. Make sure some small hand tools are available for testing, connecting, disconnection,
etc.
2. Make sure a good multimeter (preferably digital) is at hand.
3. Make sure you have all information relating to system zoning, relay mapping, relay
operating parameters, device sensitivity settings, etc. properly documented.
4. Make sure that the drawings on hand do indicate correct device positions, device
addresses and types with all relevant wiring runs.
5. Do not connect the DETONATOR to the gas control unit. For the purposes of
commissioning, use 2200 ohm end of line resistor in series with a LED, or the multimeter
across the resistor, to monitor the voltage at the location of the detonator.
6. Do not connect power to the gas control unit.
7. Do not connect power to the ZP Fire Panel to which the gas control unit is connected.
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4.3 Addressing
The Gas Control Unit uses two addresses on the address line. These are selectable via the
two sets of address settings switches on the main board of the Gas Control Unit illustrated
below in figure 3.1. Any two addresses may be used but it is recommended that the two
addresses are spaced at least twenty address numbers apart as security against short-term
random noise interference.
Fig 3.1 Switch Address Representation
The gas relay address is identified by the ZP5 and ZP3 Control Panel as a gas unit. The
coincidence connection relay address is identified by the ZP5 Control Panel as a line relay.
The switches are used to set the ZP device address. The switches are numbered 1 to 7, and
may be coded to represent all addresses from 1 to 127. Switch positions and codes are
shown in figure 3.2
Fig 3.2 Address Switch Positions on ZP5-GCU2 Main Board
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A switch represents a particular number only when it is in the ON position. In the OFF
position, it represents 0.
To arrive at the address number of a device, ADD the representative numbers of all the
switches which are in the ON position.
An example is given in figure 3.3
Fig 3.3 Calculation of Switch Address
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4.4 Checks
4.4.1 Check Gas Control Unit
a.
Ensure that all field wiring is tested and correct and is connected, except the
detonator and power.
b.
Check that the display PCB is connected via ribbon cable connector.
c.
Check link L1 selection on main PCB.

Link L1 out = Gas released signal not verified.
Link L1 in = Gas released signal sensed via pressure switch in gas distribution
piping and reported to Panel.
d.
Check link L2 selection on display board.

Link L2 in with link L5 out = No delay between breakglass activation and actual gas
discharge.
Link L2 out with link L5 in = Delay as per the setting of VR1 of the display board
between breakglass activation and actual gas release. Note VR1 on the main
board sets the activation delay for double knock automatic discharge.
e.
Check that the fuses have the correct ratings:

F1 - 5 Amp
F2 - 2 Amp
F3 - 2 Amp
f.
L3 on the main board must be in for the more time function to operate on the
double knock automatic detonation.
4.4.2 Check bells/sounders

a.
Check that the Fire Alarm sounders (if connected to the Gas Control Unit) are fitted
with polarizing diodes.
b.
Check that the last Fire Alarm sounder in the circuit (if connected to the Gas
Control Unit) is fitted with a 2200 ohm end of line resistor.
NOTE:
If the Fire Alarm sounder is not connected to the Gas Control Unit (ie it is
connected to the ZP Fire Panel) then connect a 2200 ohm resistor across terminals
TB1.4 & TB1.5 on the Gas Control Unit.
c.
Check that the Gas Discharge sounders are fitted with polarizing diodes.
d.
Check that the last Gas Discharge sounder in the circuit is fitted with a 2200 ohm
end of line resistor.
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4.4.3 Check detonator wiring

a.
Do not connect the DETONATOR.
b.
Check that a 2200 ohm end of line resistor is fitted at the point of detonator
connection.
c.
For the purpose of commissioning, connect a 24V dc lamp or use the multi-meter
to monitor the voltage across the end of line resistor at the point of detonator
connection.
4.4.4 Check Pressure Switches (Optional fitting)

a.
If the gas cylinder pressure and gas discharge (via pressure switch) are being
monitored, then connect a 3900 ohm end of line resistor in series with the low
cylinder pressure monitor at the cylinder. (see Installation Part 3 for wiring details).
b.
If gas discharge and gas pressure are not being monitored (with link L1 not
removed), then fit a 3900 ohm resistor across terminals TB1.15 and TB1.16.
4.4.5 Check Remote Functions

a.
If one or more Gas Status or Repeater Units are connected, then:

1)
Check that they are connected according to the respective wiring schematic
2)
Check that the end of line links are inserted on the last Status / Repeater unit
and are removed from the GCU2 and other Status/Repeater units in the
chain.
4.4.6 Check Door Lock Monitor (Optional fitting)

a.
If a Door Lock Monitor board is fitted check that it is wired according to the Door
Lock Monitor wiring schematic. (see datasheet PS1467.1) .
4.4.7 Check Gas Release Breakglass Units

a.
Check that glass panes on the Gas Release Breakglass Units are intact.
4.4.8 Check ZP Fire Panel

This must be done at the ZP Fire Panel to which the Gas Control Unit is connected in
accordance with the ZP5 commissioning manual.
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4.5 Apply Power

Step 1:
Apply 24V dc to the Gas Control Unit
Step 2:
Apply power to the ZP Fire Panel to which the Gas Control Unit is connected.
Step 3:
Allow ZP Panel to initialise and calibrate as per normal start up.
After a short period the panel will then revert to normal running mode and display date and
time. If any faults are displayed, remove power, rectify the fault and repeat steps 2 and 3.
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4.6 Programming the Gas Control Unit

(ZP5 Mk2 and ZP3 Panels)
The Gas Control Unit uses two addresses on the address line. These are selectable via the
two sets of address setting switches provided on the main board of the Gas Control Unit.
For programming purposes, some examples are illustrated over the page for ZP5 Mk2 and
ZP3 Fire Panels. For earlier versions of Fire Alarm panels, refer to the appropriate
commissioning manual.
Note:
The output address prefixes are determined by which lines the Gas Control Unit is
connected to.
ie:
The prefix for the Gas Relay address is determined by the line number connected to
ADD A (+) & (-) terminals of the surge suppression board. The prefix for the
coincidence connection relay address is determined by the line number connected to
ADD B (+) & (-) terminals of the surge suppression board
The examples illustrate configurations:
Two address lines used with the gas control unit activated from one zone on each
line.
Two address lines used with the gas control unit activated by groups of individual
sensors on each line.
One address line used with the gas control unit activated by groups of individual
sensors on the same line.
One address lines used with the gas control unit activated by zones defined for
sensors on the same line.
It should be noted that the double knock facility is mechanically provided by relays
connected to the two addresses used by the Gas Control Unit: all software programming to
these addresses used by the Gas Control Unit is for single knock activation.
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4.6.1 Two Lines with 1 Zone in each Line
Fig 6.1 Example Illustration 2 Lines with 1 Zone in each
Based on this configuration:

Step 1: Select the two addresses for the Gas Control Unit
Eg Gas Relay = Address 005 on Line 1
Coincidence connection Relay = Address 026 on Line 2
(Refer to the Section 3)
Step 2: Use the Zone Allocation routine to allocate
devices 1001, 1002 and 1004 into Zone 14,
devices 2021, 2022 and 2025 into Zone 15
(Refer to ZP5 Mk2 or ZP3 Commissioning Manual)
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Step 3: Use the I/O Mapping routine to map

Zone 14 to operate the Gas Relay (1005)
Zone 15 to operate the GCU2 coincidence connection relay (2026)
Programme both the GCU2 Gas Relay (1005) and GCU2 Coincidence connection
Relay (2026) to single-knock/non-silencing operation mode.
Step 4: Verify the programming by triggering a sensor in each zone and checking that the
Gas Control Unit functions correctly.
WARNING:
ENSURE THAT THE DETONATOR IS DISCONNECTED SO AS

NOT TO DISCHARGE THE CYLINDER.
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4.6.2 Two Lines - Sensors in two Lines
Fig 6.2 Example Illustration 2 Lines Sensors in 2 Lines

Eg
Gas Relay = Address 005 on Line 1

(Refer to Section 3)
Step 2: Use the I/O mapping routine to map
devices 1001,1002 & 1004 to operate the Gas Relay (1005)
devices 2021,2022 & 2025 to operate the Coincidence connection
Relay (2026)
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Programme both the GCU2 Gas Relay (1005) and the GCU2 Coincidence connection Relay
(2026) to single-knock/non-silencing operation Mode.
(Refer to ZP5 Mk2 and ZP3 Commissioning Manual.
Step 3: Verify the programming by triggering a sensor in each line and checking that the
WARNING:
ENSURE THAT THE DETONATOR IS DISCONNECTED SO AS NOT TO

DISCHARGE THE CYLINDER.
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4.6.3 Single Line - Multiple Sensors
Fig 6.3 Example Illustration Single Line Multiple Sensors

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Step 2: Use I/O Mapping routine to map

devices 1001, 1004, & 1008 to operate The GCU2 Gas Relay (1025)
devices 1022, and 1027 operate the GCU2 Coincidence connection Relay (1046)
Programme both the GCU2 Gas Relay (1025) and the GCU2 coincidence connection relay
(1046) to single-knock/non-silencing operation Mode.
(Refer to ZP5 Mk2 and ZP3 Commissioning Manuals).
Step 3: Verify the programming by triggering two sensors, and one mapped to each output,
and checking that the Gas Control Unit functions correctly.
WARNING
ENSURE THAT THE DETONATOR IS DISCONNECTED SO AS NOT TO

DISCHARGE THE CYLINDER.
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4.6.4 Single Line - 2 Zones
Fig 6.4 Example Illustration Single Line 2 Zones

Step 2: Use Zone Allocation routine to allocate:devices 1001 and 1002 to Zone 14
devices 1024, 1027 & 1028 to Zone 15
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Step 3: Use I/O Mapping routine to map

Zone 14 to operate the GCU2 Gas Relay (1025)
Zone 15 to operate the GCU2 Coincidence connection Relay (1046)
Programme both the GCU2 Gas Relay (1025) and the GCU2 Coincidence
connection Relay (1046) to single knock/non-silencing operation Mode.
(Refer to ZP Mk2 Commissioning Manual).
Step 4: Verify the programming by triggering a sensor in each zone and checking that the
WARNING:
ENSURE THAT THE DETONATOR IS DISCONNECTED SO AS

NOT TO DISCHARGE THE CYLINDER.
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4.7 Tests
Verify Programming
a.
Verify that the zones are correctly programmed by taking a printout with the use of
menu report facilities on the ZP5 Mk2 and ZP3 Panel.
b.
Verify that the relay mapping and operating parameters are correct by taking a
printout using the menu maintenance report facility on the ZP5 Panel.
c.
Sample test a few mapping configurations.
4.7.1 System Test

Test the system by following the Quarterly Service test routine as laid down in the
Maintenance Manual Part 5.
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4.8 Arm the System

Once you have satisfied yourself that the system is functionally correct connect the
detonator, and ensure that the transit pin, if fitted, is removed.
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4.9 Specification
Model
Activation Method
Communication
Capacity
Primary Supply
ZP5-GCU2
Software Link
ZP Polling System
One Extinguishing Area
Operating Voltage
Current - Quiescent
Current - Fault
Controls
Auto/Manual Control
Lock-off/Reset
Fire Sounder Silence
Gas Sounder Silence
Manual Gas Release
Gas Discharged
System in Auto
System in Manual
System Locked
Fire
Fault
Power ON
Function
Indications
Monitoring
22-29Vdc
80mA
100mA (Excl ext. devices)
150mA (excl ext. devices)
Low gas pressure

Gas release verification
Fuses
Power Supply
Auto/Manual
System Locked
Door locked/unlocked
Gas Discharge-manual
Gas Discharge-auto
Fire Alarm Sounder Circuit
Gas Discharge Sounder Circuit
Gas Discharge Detonator Cct
Gas Release Breakglass Unit
Gas Pressure Monitoring Cct
Status
Field Wiring
Remote Status Units
Compatible with ZP5-GCU2S Gas Control Status Unit and ZP5-GCU2R Gas Control
Repeater Units (maximum number of 10 units can be connected)
Outputs
Gas discharge
5A 24Vdc intermitt.
1.5A 24Vdc continuous
0.5A 24Vdc
0.5A 24Vdc
1 SPDT
Changes state at discharge
Max switch power 30W 50VA
Max switch current 1.5A
Max switch power 100Vdc/90Vac
GCU2 Door Lock Monitor Board
Ash Grey
300W x 230H x 100D mm
Surface Mounting
Fire Alarm Bell

Discharge Siren
Auxiliary Relay Contacts
(voltage free)
Optional Input Board

Mechanical Details
ZP5-GDM
Colour
Size
Mounting Method
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The above current ratings are dependant upon the capacity of the power supply unit.
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5.1 Maintenance Responsibilities

The owner of a fire detection system is responsible for ensuring that it is correctly maintained
so that it is in proper working condition at all times. This will involve arranging for the system
to be checked, tested and serviced as described in this manual.
The maintenance procedures described are Ziton recommendations. There may be
additional requirements or regulations imposed by local authorities. Where these conflict with
the Ziton recommendations (for example stipulating more frequent servicing) then the local
authority regulations should be followed.
5.1.1 Regular Procedures

The recommended maintenance procedures can be divided into the following categories.
daily checks
weekly checks
quarterly services
The quarterly services (see paragraph 5.5.2) are designed to pre-empt any problems that
may arise and to check that the system is functioning to its installation specifications. The
services should be arranged through a maintenance contract with a servicing company.
The agreement should specify how the service company is to be contacted and how access
to the premises is to be arranged. Repair services should be available within 24 hours. For
premises in continuous use, an engineer should be on call at all times. The servicing
company should have engineers trained in servicing Ziton equipment. The owner of the fire
alarm system is responsible for ensuring that the company contracted is competent to carry
out the work.
The daily checks require no technical knowledge and should be carried out by the panel
operator. Weekly checks can also be carried out by the panel operator.
Weekly checks (see paragraph 5.5.1) can also be carried out by the panel operator.
Quarterly checks should be carried out by trained maintenance personnel. Such personnel
may be direct employees of the company, or may be contracted from the maintenance
company responsible for servicing.
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5.1.2 Fault Fixing

Faults occurring on the Gas Control Unit or in building wiring, will be reported by the
ZP3/ZP5 Control Panel. The fault LED on the Gas Control Unit will also illuminate. When a
fault arises it should be dealt with as quickly as possible. In some cases the operator will be
able to rectify the fault, but usually a call will be made to the servicing company.
A comprehensive guide to faults that can be raised by the panel is given in paragraph 8.
Information is also given as to the appropriate actions to take in each case.
5.2 Maintenance pre-requisites

Before any maintenance may be done to the gas control system, certain pre-requisites must
be adhered to:
1.
Make sure some small hand tools are available for testing, connecting,
disconnection, etc.
2.
Make sure a good multimeter (preferably digital) is at hand.
3.
Make sure that the drawings on hand do indicate correct device positions, device
addresses and types with all relevant wiring runs.
4.
It is very important that there is a record available of how the fire system has been
configured. The system specification should describe in detail all aspects of the
gas system such as:
Assumptions about the environment in which the fire system is to operate.
The model of the control panel to which the gas unit is connected.
The version number of software used.
Type of gas cylinders connected and gas details.
Physical layout of lines and devices. The type and the address applicable to each
gas control unit should be recorded.
The organisation of devices into logical zones as effects the gas system.
Cause and effect rules programmed into the panel (input/output mappings), which
effect the gas control unit.
Any custom controls or features.
Field Wiring drawings for the system.
This document is the blueprint for how the system should be configured and how it should
behave. The system specification is essential for when the system is extensively tested and
checked during servicing. Without such a specification there is no final arbitration as to what
is the correct behaviour of the system.
It is important to keep the specification valid. Whenever changes are made to the system the
specification should be updated to reflect those changes.
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5.3 Log Books

Every gas control system should have a logbook associated with it. This log book is used to
record events raised by the gas control or events concerning the gas system as reported by
the ZP3/ZP5 panel to which it is attached. The following type of information is recorded in a
logbook:
A description of each event along with the name of the responsible person on duty
at the time of the event.
Brief detail of any servicing arrangements arising from events.
Dates and times of all discharges, whatever the cause. The cause of the discharge
should be noted etc.
Dates and times of all alarms, whatever the cause. The cause of the alarm should
be noted. If the cause is not known then this should be stated. The devices
activated and their location should be recorded. Any actions taken should also be
recorded.
Dates, times and types of all defects and faults and the corrective actions taken.
Dates, times and types of all tests undertaken.
Dates, times and types of all servicing undertaken, whether routine or for corrective
purposes.
Dates and times of all periods of device, zone or system isolation, for whatever
purpose.
Dates of all changes and upgrades to the system along with the names of those
that carried them out. Note that the system specification should also be updated.
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5.4 Test notification and preparation
Another crucial building block needed for smooth and effective maintenance is a system for
notifying all those affected about the testing of fire alarm systems, and for leaving the system
in its normal operating state afterward.
Occupants of the building and anyone receiving remote alarm signals, such as the fire
department should be informed, in good time, of when the test is to begin and when it is
over. No alarms should be sounded before notification has taken place.
It is essential that all disconnected systems be reconnected at the end of testing.
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5.5 Routine Checks and Tests

5.5.1 Weekly Checks
Routine weekly checks can by carried out by the panel operator.
1.
On a weekly basis check any reports sent from the Gas Control Unit to the main
Fire Control Panel. Under normal conditions no abnormal reports should be
detected.
2.
Check the front panel of the Gas Control Unit, and any attached optional
Status/Repeater Units. Apart from the POWER and AUTO/MANUAL LEDs no
other LEDs should be illuminated.
3.
Switch the MANUAL/AUTO key switch.
4.
Check that the printer on the main Fire Control Panel indicates the change in
switch position.
5.
Restore the system to previous configuration.
6.
Log the test in the system log.
5.5.2 Quarterly Service

5.5.2.1 Gas Control Unit
On a quarterly basis the detonation voltage should be checked as follows:
NOTE:
Extreme caution must be taken when wiring or unwiring to the Gas Control Unit
when it is live.
1.
Turn the Lock off key to "LOCKOFF". Check that the locked-off LEDs have
illuminated.
2.
Replace the transit pin at the Gas Cylinder and remove the detonator connections
from terminal block TB3 terminals 7 & 8 marked release out on the GCU2 display
board.
3.
Connect a 18 ohm 5 watt resistor across terminals 7 and 8 of terminal block TB3.
Reset the control panel and check that no fault is indicated.
4.
Turn the Lockoff/Reset key to "RESET". Check that the Lock-off LEDs extinguish.
5.
Switch the Auto/Manual key switch and check that the indicating LEDs indicate
appropriately. Leave the switch in AUTO.
6.
Prepare the building for a test alarm.
7.
Connect a volt-meter across the 18 ohm resistor.
8.
Activate one of the inputs mapped to activate the Gas Control Unit (use an Ziton ZSDT2 if requiring to activate a smoke sensor).
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9.
Check that the monitored Fire Bell output on terminal block TB1 terminal 4 and 5 is
activated (if measuring with a meter, terminal 1 is +24 Volt with respect to terminal
2)
10.
Check that the red Fire LEDs on the front fascia of the Gas Control Unit illuminate.
11.
Wait for at least 45 seconds and check that no 24 Volt output is detected across
the detonator terminals 7 and 8.
12.
Silence the Fire Bell output by means of the "Silence" pushbutton on the front
fascia of the Gas Control Unit. Check that the bell output responds accordingly.
13.
Activate the second input mapped to activate the Gas Control Unit (use an Ziton ZSDT2 if requiring to activate a smoke sensor).
14.
Check that the Fire Bell output is again activated.
15.
After waiting 45 seconds check that a 24 Volt output is detected across detonator
terminals 7 and 8.
16.
Also check that the "Gas Discharged" LED on the front fascia of the Gas Control
Unit is illuminated.
17.
Also check that the "Gas Discharged Siren" output on terminal block TB1 terminals
6 and 7 is activated. (Measure 24V at terminal 6 with respect to 7).
18.
Check that the Main Fire Control Panel reports the "Gas Discharge" condition.
19.
Turn the "Lockoff" keyswitch on the front fascia and check that the "Locked off"
LEDs illuminate. Check that the Gas Discharged Siren silences.
20.
Reset the unit by turning the Lockoff/Reset to RESET check that the Lockoff LEDs
go off.
21.
Re-activate the gas unit with a double knock as above.
22.
After waiting 10 seconds press the hold off more time button.
23.
Confirm that the delay time after releasing the hold off button is the delay time as
configured. The hold off button will thus reset the delay time to the full delay time.
24.
After cleaning the triggered devices, reset the panel and reset the gas control unit
with the locked off key.
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5.5.2.2 Gas Status/Repeater Units (Optional)

If Gas Status or Repeater Units are attached to the Gas Control Unit, check that their LED
indicators follow those of the Gas Control Unit as the service tests in Section 5.5.2.1 are
conducted. In the case of Gas Status units, with the detonator still disconnected, do the
following checks:
1.
Remove link L1 from the Gas Display board of the Status Unit most remote from
the Gas Control Unit. Check that the "FAULT" LEDs illuminate on both the Gas
Status Units and the Gas Control Unit. Check that the Fire Control Panel indicates
a fault.
2.
Replace the link L1 on the Gas Display Board of the Gas Status Unit most remote
from the Gas Control Unit. Check that the "FAULT" LEDs extinguish on both the
Gas Status Units and the Gas Control Unit. Accept and Reset the fault on the Fire
Control Panel. (Repeat the same test removing links L2 and L3).
3.
Activate one of the inputs mapped to activate the Gas Control Unit (use a Ziton ZSDT2 if requiring to activate a smoke sensor).
4.
Check that the red Fire LEDs on the front fascia of the Gas Status Units illumine.
5.
Silence the Fire Bell output on the Gas Control Unit by means of the "Silence"
pushbutton on the front fascia of the Gas Status Unit. Check that the bell output
responds accordingly.
6.
Activate the second input mapped to activate the Gas Control Unit (use a Ziton ZSDT2 if requiring to activate a smoke sensor).
7.
After the delay time check that the "Gas Discharged" LED on the front fascia of the
Gas Status Unit is illuminated, while monitoring the time taken for this operation.
8.
Turn the "Lockoff" keyswitch on the front fascia of the Status Unit and check that
the "Locked off" LEDs on the Gas Control, Status and Repeater Units illuminate.
Check that the Gas Discharged Siren connected to the Gas Control Unit silences.
9.
Accept and Reset the Fire Control Panel.
10.
Reset the unit by turning the Lockoff/Reset key on the Status Unit to RESET.
Check that the Lockoff LEDs go off on the Gas Control, Status and Repeater Units.
11.
Test the hold off operation by completing tests 1 to 6 above. At point 7 after waiting
10s press the more time button. Measure the time between the activation of the
Gas Discharged LEDs and releasing the hold off button. The measured period,
which is the configured delay setup by VR1 (on the main board), should be the
same as the time noted in point 7. Confirm that this is the correct delay time
required.
12.
Complete points 8,9 and 10 to reset the unit.
5.5.2.3 Gas Door Lock Monitor (Optional)

If a Door Lock Monitor board is fitted check that it is wired according to the Door Lock
Monitor wiring schematic.
1.
Check that this function is working correctly by turning the AUTO/MANUAL

keyswitch to Auto and leaving the door open.
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2.
The Gas Control unit buzzer should sound and after approximately 30 seconds the
ZP3/ZP5 Control Panel will report a fault.
3.
Close the Door Lock Monitoring Switch by locking the door. The buzzer should
silence automatically. Reset the ZP3/ZP5 Contol Panel.
4.
Record the results of the maintenance check, in the system log.
5.5.3 Arming the System

On successful completion of the maintenance check, a report of the maintenance findings
must be submitted to the system owner or his delegated representative. Restore the system
to normal and reset. Lock the system off while restoring the detonator. Remove the transit
pin from the gas cylinder.
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5.6 Cleaning the Gas Control Unit

The Gas Control Unit should remain clean at all times. The regularity of cleaning depends on
what type of environment the device is installed in. Excess dust that accumulates on the
outer surface of the gas control unit may be wiped off using a damp cloth. The correct and
smooth operation of the keyswitches should be checked. If any the keyswitches are sticking
2 or 3 drops of any oil lubricant may be used (eg. 3 in 1 oil).
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5.7 Faults - Communication GCU2 to Control Panel

The following guidelines and precautions should always be applied when tracing and
correcting faults.
Before starting any fault finding procedures, ensure that the system as a whole is
calibrated correctly. Check the high reference analogue (reading 1) from several
devices covering the length of the line. The reference value should be between 205
and 218.
If there appears to be a problem then disconnect the line and connect a single
sensor to the panel. Check that the reading is within the above parameters.
When tracing a fault on a device or alarm line, the recommended procedure is to

split the line in half and check in which half the problem lies. Continue this
procedure, dividing the suspect region of the line in half until the exact location of
the problem is identified.
Caution:
Never use a megger, or any other high voltage instrument, on detection or alarm
lines while there are any devices connected to them. This will cause irreversible
damage to the devices.
Never replace a panel PCB, or any other components while the power is
connected. This could damage them irreversibly.
Never replace a fuse with another that has a amperage rating higher than that
which is specified.
Whenever replacing line devices make sure that the address settings on the
replacement units match those of the units they are replacing.
The fault list describes faults that can be raised by the control panel. The following
information is given for each fault.
Fault name
Fault description
Panel indications
Probable cause or causes
Corrective action
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Panels are configured to sound a fault buzzer when a fault is raised. The buzzer sounds
approximately every three seconds. A yellow fault LED will also illuminates. After the fault
has been acknowledged by accepting it the buzzer will only sound every 15 seconds. After
correcting the fault the panel can be reset and the panel will return to normal, extinguishing
the fault LED.
5.7.1 Device Unaccepted

During initialisation on power up the panel checks all devices, noting the device type at each
address. This process can also be initiated through the Setup menu (see Commissioning
Manual). The Device Unaccepted fault is raised when a device cannot be accepted.
Indications
The yellow Fault LED is lit.
The fault buzzer sounds.
The event is shown on the display, for example:

UNACCEPTED Zone 001 Dev 001 Event 001
Second Floor, Laundry Room
If the system is suitably configured the event is printed.

Possible causes
If the unaccepted devices refers to a Gas Control Unit possible causes are:
a)
Open circuit, short circuit, or missing end of line (EOL) resistors on field wiring.
b)
Loop wiring out of Specification Resistance/Capacitance
c)
A loose or high resistance connection on the field wiring terminals.
d)
A Gas Control Unit which is out of calibration or is faulty.
e)
There is interference on the line to which the device is attached.
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Corrective action
1.
Accept the fault by pressing the ACCEPT button.
2.
If this fault has been raised for a number of devices on the same line then there
may be interference on the line. If this does not apply then proceed to the next
point.
3.
Note the GCU2 in need of attention and then show the analogues for the two
addresses applicable to that device on the display by using the maintenance menu
report analogue facility.
4.
Check that slot 5 analog reading is not less than 59 counts or more than 188
counts. Above or below would indicate an open circuit or shorts on the field wiring
respectively.
5.
The gas relay reading should also have an analogue reading in slot 6 of between
39 and 198.
6.
Take the appropriate actions to fix the problems identified in steps 4 to 5.
7.
Remove power from the panel and then re-apply it. This will initialise the panel and
the devices. The previously unaccepted device should be accepted.
5.7.2 Relay not Responding

This fault will be raised when the GCU2 double knock relay does not switch when required.
The relay will have been mapped as an output to be activated by an input, which has
triggered.
Indications
The panel buzzer sounds.
The display will scroll between two events, one showing the addressable relay
device that has not switched, the other showing the event that has triggered it
(usually a fire event). For example:
FIRE
Zone 001 Dev 001
Event 001
RELAY FAULT Zone 001 Dev 086
Event 002
If the system is suitably configured the events are printed.
The zone in which the relay fault has occurred is indicated by the appropriate red
Zone LED.
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Possible causes
a)
The GCU2 double knock relay is in an isolated state.
b)
The GCU2 double knock relay is faulty.
Corrective action
1.
Accept the fault.
2.
If the yellow Isolated LED is on, check whether the relay is isolated. If so then
investigate the reasons for this. De-isolate the relay if it is safe to do so.
3.
If no other reason can be found for the fault, replace the faulty GCU2 main board.
4.
Reset the panel.
5.7.3 Device Type fault

When the system is commissioned the panel notes the device type at each address. If this
type should subsequently change then the panel will raise a device type fault.
Indications
The event will be shown on the display, for example:
TYPE FAULT
Zone 001
Dev 001
Event 001
Probable cause
a)
Device addresses have been swopped within the system after device acceptance.
b)
System interference caused by faulty wiring.
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Corrective action
1.
Accept the fault.
2. Check the system specification to see which type of device should be at the address in
question. Replace the incorrect device with one of the correct type.
3.
Reset the panel.
5.7.4 Device offline

During initialisation on power up the panel checks all devices, noting the device type at each
address. This process can also be initiated through the Setup menu (see Commissioning
Manual). If a GCU2 device is missing at an address that was previously occupied then the
panel detects that it is offline.
Indications
The event is shown on the display, for example:
DEV OFFLINE Zone 001
Dev 001
Event 001
Possible causes
a)
A isolator on the line has open circuited it.
b)
The field wiring is disconnected or there is an open circuit.
Corrective action
1.
Accept the fault.
2.
Note the device in need of attention and then show the analogues for that device
on the display. Check the first analogue reading. If analogue reading 1 is almost at
zero then the panel cannot communicate with the device.
3.
If the device is missing then install a replacement. If the device is present then
remove it and check the line for pulsing voltage on the device terminals. If there is
no line voltage present then fix the fault in the field wiring or replace the
appropriate line isolator.
4.
Ensure the device is correctly in place and reset the panel.
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Maintenance
5.8 Gas Control Unit Faults

5.8.1 Gas Control Unit General Faults
There are a number of faults identified by the ZP5 control panel as a general fault on the gas
control unit.
Indications
The panel buzzer sounds.
The display will indicate a fault as GC GNFLT. For example:
GC GNFLT
Carbon
Zone 001
dioxide
gas
Dev 5002
storage
Event 012
room
If the system is suitably configured the events are printed.
The zone in which the fault has occurred is indicated by the appropriate red Zone
LED.
Possible Causes
a)
There is a fault on the gas control system it will fall into one of the following
categories.
i)
Manual Gas Release Faults
ii)
Gas Detonation Faults
iii)
Gas Pressure Faults
iv)
Fire Bell Fault
v)
Gas Discharge Siren Fault
Corrective Action:
1.
Accept the fault.
2.
Consult the write ups with regard to the faults in the sections below.
3.
Reset the panel.
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5.8.1.1 Manual Gas Release Faults

Indications
The Call Point LED on the Gas Control Unit is illuminated.
The Fault LED on the Gas Control Unit will illuminate.
A fault message will be displayed on the ZP3/ZP5 Control Panel and the buzzer in
it will sound. The Fault LED on the Control Panel will also illuminate.
GC GNFLT Zone 001 Dev 5001 Event 002
Probable Cause:
a)
The Link L1 or L3 on the Gas Control/Status Units display PCB respectively has
not been correctly setup or the monitored circuit has gone open circuit.
Corrective Action:
1.
Accept the fault.
2.
Check the number of Gas Status Units on the system.
3.
Insure that Link L1 is removed from the Gas Control Unit and L3 is removed from
the Gas Status Units.
4.
Insert the Link L3 in its appropriate position on the last Gas Status Unit only. This
will cause the EOL resistor to be engaged.
5.
If their are no Gas Status Units on line then L1 must be inserted on the Gas
Control Units display PCB.
6.
Check the continuity of the monitored circuit.
7.
Reset the panel.
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Maintenance
5.8.1.2 Gas Detonator Faults

Indications
The Gas Detonator Fault LED on the Gas Control Unit is illuminated.
Probable Cause:
a)
The EOL resistor across the detonator switch has not be inserted or the circuit is
an open circuit.
b)
The fuse F1 on the Gas Control Unit PCB is missing or blown.
Corrective Action:
1.
Accept the fault.
2.
Check the condition of the EOL resistor. If it is missing insert one between
terminals 7 & 8 of TB3 on the GCU2 display board.
3.
Check on the condition of the fuse F1. If it is missing or blown replace it.
4.
Check the continuity of the monitored circuit.
5.
Reset the panel.
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5.8.1.3 Gas Pressure Faults

Indications
The Gas Pressure Low LED on the Gas Control Unit is illuminated.
Probable Cause:
a)
The EOL resistor across the Gas Pressure Low switch has not be inserted.
b)
The gas pressure is low.
Corrective Action:
1.
Accept the fault.
2.
terminals 15 & 16 of TB1 and the GCU2 main board.
3.
Reset the panel.
4.
If the condition remains have a proper check done on the pressure in the gas
cylinder.
5.8.1.4 Fire Bell Fault

Indications
The Fire Bell LED on the Gas Control Unit is illuminated.
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Maintenance
Probable Cause:
a)
The EOL resistor across the Fire Bell has not be inserted or the monitored circuit
wiring is open or short circuited.
Corrective Action:
1.
Accept the fault.
2.
terminals TB4 & TB5 on the GCU2 main board.
3.
Check the continuity of the monitored circuit wiring.
4.
Reset the panel.
5.8.1.5 Gas Discharge Siren Fault

Indications
The Gas Bell Fault LED on the Gas Control Unit is illuminated.
Probable Cause:
a)
The EOL resistor across the Gas Discharge Siren has not be inserted.
b)
The monitored wiring is open or short circuited.
Corrective Action:
1.
Accept the fault.
2.
terminals TB6 & TB7 on the GCU2 main board.
3.
Check the continuity of the monitored wiring.
4.
Reset the panel.
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5.8.1.6 Gas Pressure Verification Switch Fault

Indications
Probable Cause:
a)
The Link L1 on the main PCB of the Gas Control Unit is still inserted and there is
no Gas Pressure Verification Switch connected.
b)
The Link L1 on the main PCB of the Gas Control Unit is not inserted and there is a
Gas Pressure Verification Switch connected.
Corrective Action:
1.
Accept the fault.
2.
Remove the Link L1 from the PCB of the Gas Control Unit (Cause a ) or
alternatively insert the Link L1 (Cause b ).
3.
Reset the panel.
5.8.2 Gas Control Unit Power Fault

Indications
The display will indicate a fault as GC PWRFLT GC PWRFLT Zone 001 Dev 5001
Event 002
Probable Cause:
a)
Total loss of power to the Gas Control Unit.
b)
Loss of power to a section of the Gas Control Main Board.
Corrective Action:
1.
Accept the fault.
2.
Check whether the Green Power LED is indicating on the Gas Control Unit. If not it
would indicate a complete loss of 24 Volt power supply. Rectify.
3.
If the Green Power LED is illuminated then check for local power loss on the PCB.
Rectify or replace the board.
4.
Reset the panel.
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5.9 Gas Status/Repeater Unit Fault (Optional)

Indications
The indicating LEDs which should display on the Gas Status Unit or Gas Repeater
Unit are not illuminating.
Operation of Controls on the Status Unit does not evoke appropriate response on
the Gas Control Unit.
Probable Cause:
1.
The wiring connections to the Status or Repeater Unit are open circuit or incorrect.
2.
The ribbon cable connected from Status Unit Main Control Board to Display board
has come loose.
Corrective Action:
1.
Check terminal wiring and ribbon cable connection. Once corrected, the unit will
respond appropriately.
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Maintenance
5.10 Gas Door Monitor Unit "Fault" (Optional)

Indications:
The Door Monitor buzzer sounds when it should not sound or does not sound
when it should sound.
Probable Cause:
1.
Incorrect wiring to the board or door switch.
2.
A misunderstanding of the logic being applied.
Corrective Action:
1.
Read the description of the function in the manual thoroughly and check that the
operation is well understood.
2.
Check the wiring and correct any faults.
3.
If the fault does not correct, replace the door monitor board.
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Typical Applications
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GCU2
6.1 Scope
Part 6 of the ZP5 Gas Control System manual gives an illustrated guide of some of the
typical applications to which the Gas Control System can be configured.
Figure 1 on the following page gives a pictorial representation of a typical gas system. Other
applications are shown in block diagram format.
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Fig 1 Pictorial Representation of a Typical Gas System
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6.2 A Single Gas Area

This consists of a single room with its own exclusive gas supply. The gas system will be
triggered resulting in a gas drop if:
1.
Two zones or sensors in the gas area being simultaneously activated into alarm
which will cause the coincidence condition necessary to initiate a gas drop.
2.
The glass pane on the Break Glass callpoint built into the Gas Control Unit is broken.
In this instance a coincidence condition is not necessary as the callpoint is
connected directly to the gas control circuitry.
Note:
The above events are applicable if the gas unit is set to automatic operation. For
manual operation only the callpoint break glass releases the gas.
Figure 2 illustrates typical single gas area protection, using a single gas cylinder.
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Fig 2 Block Diagram of Single Area Gas Protection
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6.3 Multiple Gas Areas with Individual Gas Supplies

A system is illustrated which consists of 3 separate Gas Areas, each having their own Gas
Control Unit and exclusive Gas Supply. The 3 Gas Control Units are attached to a common
ZP3/ZP5 Control Panel.
The following methods may be used to cause a gas drop in any of the Gas Areas
1.
Both detectors in the any gas area are triggered causing the necessary
coincidence condition which will cause a gas drop in that area.
2.
If the Break Glass pane built into the Gas Control Unit is triggered in any of the
Gas Areas a gas drop will occur in that specific Gas Area. A coincidence condition
is not necessary here as the Break Glass unit is built directly into the Gas Control
Circuitry.
Note:
The above events are applicable to automatic operation. For manual operation only
the callpoint break glass releases the gas.
The system is illustrated in Figure 3. The system can be extended to include more gas areas
by extending the wiring illustrated.
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Fig 3 Block Diagram of Multiple Gas Area Protection
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6.4 Multiple Gas Areas with Common Gas Supply

This system consists of 3 Gas Areas which have a common gas supply (Fig 4). Each Gas
Area requires a different number of gas cylinders. This is attained from the common gas
supply. All 3 Gas Areas have a Gas Control Unit. The Gas Control Units are attached to a
common ZP3/ZP5 Control Panel. Warning Lights and Sirens for all the Gas Areas are
attached to their Gas Control Units. All the Gas Control units are routed through a Gas
Detonator Distribution Unit. The Gas Detonator Distribution Unit is then wired to the Gas
Cylinder Detonators, Pressure Cylinder and Electrically Activating Valves.
The normal triggering routine is as follows:
1.
In any particular Gas Area at least 2 detectors must trigger to cause a coincidence
condition.
2.
The area Gas Control Unit is then triggered from the ZP3/ZP5 Control Panel.
3.
The Gas Control Unit will then trigger a line leading to the Gas Detonator
Distribution Unit.
4.
The Detonator Distribution Unit will then cause the pressure cylinder to activate
and will cause the relevant electro-pneumatic activated valve to open. The
Selection Unit will also cause the appropriate Gas Cylinder Detonator(s) to
activate.
5.
This will cause the appropriate Gas Area to be flooded from the required cylinders.
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Fig 4 Multiple Gas Areas Common Gas Supply
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6.5 Single Gas Area with Door Monitor Unit

The system consists of a single Gas Area with a single access door (Fig 5). The Gas Area
has a Gas Control Unit which is attached to a ZP3/ZP5 Control Panel. A Door Monitor Unit is
installed inside the Gas Control unit. A Door Lock Sensor is connected to the Door Monitor
Unit.
A warning buzzer attached to the Door Monitor Unit will sound under two conditions.
1.
If the Door is open (ie the room is occupied) and the Gas Control is in Automatic
Discharge Mode a buzzer will sound.
2.
If the Door is closed (ie the room is unoccupied) and the Gas Control Unit is in Manual
Discharge Mode a buzzer will sound.
For further information see Part 3 of this manual.
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Fig 5 Use of Door Monitor Unit
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6.6 Single Gas Area with Multiple Doors and Gas Status Units
This system consists of a Large Gas Area with three access doors (Fig 6). Next to the main
access door is a Gas Control Unit which is attached to a ZP3/ZP5 Control Panel. There is a
Gas Status Unit next to each of the subsidiary access doors. These Gas Status Units are
connected via one another to the Gas Control Unit. The Gas Status Units have identical
controls to that of the Gas Control unit. For further information on Gas Status Units see Part
2 of this manual.
The Gas Status Units allow for remote control of the Gas Control Unit.
A gas release may be caused in the following manner.
1.
Two or more of the Gas Areas detectors may trigger causing a coincidence condition.
This will cause the Control Panel will relay this information to the Gas Control Unit
which will initiate a gas drop.
2.
A manual gas release can be initiated from the Gas Control Unit by triggering the built
in breakglass unit.
3.
A manual gas release may also be initiated remotely from one the Gas Status Unit.
The Gas Status unit then relays the information to the Gas Control Unit which will
trigger a gas drop.
It should be noted that the standard wiring configuration used to connect the Gas Status
Units to the Gas Control Unit causes the following Auto/Manual system response:
1.
All Auto/Manual keyswitches set to Manual = System set to Manual
2.
Any one Auto/Manual keyswitch set to Auto = System set to Auto
The gas system has monitoring for the break glass unit, the more time gas hold off and the
locked off functions. Links L1, L2, & L3 must be placed on the last Status/Repeater
furthermost from the GCU2 in the chain. Links L1, L3 and L4 must be removed from the
GCU2 when it is used in conjunction with Status/Repeater units.
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Fig 6 Gas System utilising Status Units
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6.6.1 Rewiring of Status for reverse Auto/Manual Control

The normal wiring configuration between Gas Control Unit and Gas Status Units is such that
when all Auto/Manual key switches are set to Manual then the system is set to Manual. If
any one keyswitch is set to Auto then the system switches to Auto.
Customers sometimes require wiring to reverse this logic ie they require the system to be set
to Auto when all keyswitches are set to Auto, and the system to be set to Manual when any
one keyswitch is set to Manual. This configuration is possible with certain redirection of
wiring as illustrated in Figure 6.1. This arrangement can be extended for larger systems.
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Fig 6.1 Connection Diagram for reverse Manual/Auto Keyswitch Control.
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6.7 Remote Monitoring using a Gas Repeater Unit

The example illustrated in Figure 7 shows a system consisting of a single Gas Area with a
Gas Control Unit and dedicated Gas Supply. The Gas Control Unit is attached to a ZP3/ZP5
Control Panel. A remote unit in the form of a Gas Repeater Unit is included in a security
room. The Gas Repeater Unit is connected to the Gas Control Unit in the Gas Area.
The Gas Repeater Unit is a mimic unit which only copies the actions of the Gas Control Unit.
For more information on Gas Repeater Units see Part 2 of this manual.
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Fig 7 Remote Monitoring using Gas Repeater Unit
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Appendix A
UD1471.0
Issue 1
15/02/200
PS1464.1 15/02/2002 PAGE 1/2

ZP5-GCU2 ZP ADDRESSABLE ANALOGUE GAS CONTROL UNIT
Product Data
PS 1464.1
The Ziton ZP Gas Control Unit is designed to
connect to a ZP fire detection system. Each Gas
Control Unit controls one Halon 1301/1211 or
Carbon Dioxide CO2 gas fire extinguishing system. The ZP fire control panel provides secure "Coincidence Connection" control of the gas
extinguishing system. It is field programmable, with
cross-mapped inputs being selected from various
ZP line devices or zones. Functions such as
automatic gas release delay, selection of delay/nodelay for manual gas release, and output relay
control are fully configurable.
The self-contained unit has key switches for
automatic or manual selection, as well as lock-off
for maintenance. Other controls are manual gas
release, an alarm silence push button, and
indicators for automatic, manual, locked-off, gas
discharged and reset status.
Outputs are provided for gas release valves or
detonators, audible fire alarm sounders, separate
gas release sounders, visual exit signs, door closing
and shutter release. Also provided are facilities for
remote manual gas release, and remote operation
and status functions.
Optional monitoring is provided for low gas
pressure, gas release verification, and locked/
unlocked entry door status of the protected area.
The gas control unit is under the control of its ZP
fire control panel. It communicates with the fire
panel every two seconds. The status of each gas
control unit is displayed at each fire control panel.
A fault signal indicating the type of fault, is raised at
the fire panel for any out-of-normal conditions
which exits at the gas control unit. Monitoring is
provided for many functions, including power
supply, fuses, and operation. Field wiring is
monitored for gas release valves/detonators, fire
sounder, and manual gas release units.
Any number of gas control units may be used on a
ZP fire detection system, with each unit requiring
two system addresses. The unit may be connected
to a single ZP system address line, or it may
optionally be connected to two ZP system address
lines, providing additional security against an
accidental discharge. The casing of all gas control
units must be earthed to building earth.
In addition to being connected to the ZP system
address line, the gas control unit requires a 24Vdc
supply. This can be supplied from the main system
supply, or from a local power supply unit.
ZP5-GCU2
ZP Addressable Gas
Control Unit
Product Data
PS1464.1 15/02/2002 PAGE 2/2

ZP5-GCU2 ZP ADDRESSABLE ANALOGUE GAS CONTROL UNIT
Wiring Schematic
Specifications
Description
Model
Part No
Activation
Communication
Capacity
ZP5 Gas Control Unit

ZP5-GCU2
80001
Software Link
ZP Polling System
1 extinguishing system
Operating Voltage
22 - 29 Volts dc
Current
Quiescent
Alarm
Fault
80mA
150mA (Excl ext dev)
200mA (Excl ext dev)
Controls
Auto/manual control
Lock-off/reset
Fire sounder silence
Gas sounder silence
Manual gas release
Keyswitch
Keyswitch
Push-button
Reset keyswitch
Built-in break glass unit
Status Indications
Gas discharged
System auto
System manual
System locked-off
Fire
Fault
Power on
Dual red LED

Dual yellow LED
Dual green LED
Dual yellow LED
Dual red LED
Dual yellow LED
Single green LED
Function monitoring
Low gas pressure

Gas release verification
Fuses
Power supply
Field wiring monitoring
Fire sounder
Gas sounder
Gas release valve
or detonator
Manual gas release unit
Status monitoring
Auto/manual
System locked
Door locked/unlocked
Gas discharge - manual
Gas discharge - auto
Output Ratings
Gas release
Sounder
Auxiliary relay
Optional accessories
Remote status units
Remote repeater
Door Monitor
ZP5-GCU2S Pt No 80101
ZP5-GCU2R Pt No 80201
ZP5-GDM1 Pt No 077001
Colour
Size (W x H x D)
Mass
Ash grey
300 x 230 x 100mm
4 Kg
Environmental rating
EN60529
IP 40
IMPORTANT NOTE:
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Telephone +27 (0)21 506 6000 Fax +27 (0)21 506 6100 email zitonsa@ziton.spx.com
PS 1464.1, issue 01, Published 15 February 2002
5 Amps - 24 Volts dc
0,5 Amps - 24 Volts dc
Voltage-free changeover
1,0 Amp (res)/30Vdc
Current ratings above

are dependant upon the
capacity of the power
supply unit.
Copyright (c) Ziton Limited

Ziton reserves the right to change specifications without notice in order to
improve products or manufacturing methods. Although every effort is made
to avoid errors, we reserve the right to correct typographical, photographic,
clerical or printing errors.
Product Data
PS 1465.1 15/02/2002 PAGE 1/2

ZP5-GCU2S ZP GAS CONTROL STATUS UNIT
PS 1465.1
The Ziton ZP5-GCU2S Gas Status Unit is designed
to connect to a ZP5-GCU2 Gas Control Unit. The
Gas Control unit in turn connects to a Ziton ZP fire
detection system, and controls a Halon 1301/1211
or Carbon Dioxide CO2 gas fire extinguishing
system.
The Gas Status Unit has key switches to enable
remote control of the Gas Control Unit for automatic or manual selection, as well as lock-off for
maintenance. Other controls are manual gas
release, and an alarm silence push button. Indicators mimic those on the Gas Control Unit for
automatic, manual, locked-off, gas discharged and
reset status.
Actual control of the extinguishing system (gas
release valves or detonators, audible fire alarm
sounders, gas release sounders, low pressure
alarms etc), and door lock protection, is handled
from the Gas Control Unit.
There is end of line monitoring for the delay, locked
off and break glass call point function. The end of
line
links
are
to
be
placed
on
the
last
Status/Repeater in the Gas Control System. See the

Status repeater display board datasheet for details
Up to 10 Gas Status Units may be attached to any
one Gas Control Unit. All unit casings must be
earthed to building earth.
ZP5-GCU2S
ZP GAS CONTROL
STATUS UNIT
Product Data
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ZP5-GCU2S ZP GAS CONTROL STATUS UNIT
Wiring Schematic
Specifications
Model
Part No.
ZP5-GCU2S
80101
Compatability
Max. No. per GCU
ZP5-GCU2 Gas Control

10 Status and/or
Repeater
22 - 29 Volts dc
Operating Voltage
Current
Quiescent
Max (Gas Release)
Auto/manual control
Lock-off/reset
Fire sounder silence
28mA
60mA
Keyswitch
Keyswitch
Push-button

Single red LED
*
Gas discharge pending LED will be lit while the Gas Release
Hold Off button is pressed.
Gas sounder silence
Reset button
Manual gas release

Gas discharged indication
System auto indication
System manual indication
System locked indication
Fire indication
Fault indication
Power on indication
Colour
Size (W x H x D)
Environmental Rating
EN60529
Built-in break glass unit

Dual red LED
Dual yellow LED
Dual green LED
Dual red LED
Dual red LED
Dual yellow LED
Single green LED
Ash grey
300 x 230 x 100mm
Ziton Ltd
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PS 1465.1, issue 01, Published 15 February 2002
IP 40

PS 1466.1 15/02/2002 PAGE 1/2

ZP5-GCU2R ZP GAS CONTROL REPEATER UNIT
Product Data
PS 1466.1
The Ziton ZP5-GCU2R Gas Repeater Unit is
designed to connect to a ZP5-GCU2 Gas Control
Unit. The Gas Control unit in turn connects to a
Ziton ZP fire detection system, and controls a Halon
1301/1211 or Carbon Dioxide CO2 gas fire
extinguishing system.
The Gas Repeater Unit has indicators which mimic
those on the Gas Control Unit for auto-matic,
manual, locked-off, gas discharged and reset
status.
Actual control of the extinguishing system (gas
sounders, gas release sounders, low pressure
alarms etc), and door lock protection, is handled
from the Gas Control Unit.
Up to 10 Gas Status or Repeater Units may be
attached to any one Gas Control Unit. All Gas Unit
casings must be earthed to building earth.
The end of line monitoring is placed on the last
Status/Repeater unit. The locked off input on the
Repeater display board must be looped for the
system to operate with the locked off end of line
ZP5-GCU2R
ZP GAS CONTROL
REPEATER UNIT
Product Data
PS 1466.1 15/02/2002 PAGE 2/2

ZP5-GCU2R ZP GAS CONTROL REPEATER UNIT
Wiring Schematic
Specifications
Model
Part No.
Compatability
Max. No. per GCU
Operating Voltage
Current
Quiescent
Max (Gas Release)
ZP5-GCU2R
80201
ZP5-GCU2 Gas Control
10 Status and/or Repeater units
22 - 29 Volts dc
28mA
60mA

Single red LED
*
Gas discharge pending LED will be lit while the Gas Release
Hold Off button is pressed.
Gas discharged indication
System auto indication
System manual indication
System locked indication
Fire indication
Fault indication
Power on indication
Colour
Size (W x H x D)
Environmental Rating
EN50629 IP 40
Ziton Ltd
Ziton (Pty) Ltd
PS 1466, issue 01, Published 15 February 2002
Dual red LED

Dual yellow LED
Dual green LED
Dual red LED
Dual red LED
Dual yellow LED
Single green LED
Ash grey
300 x 230 x 100mm

Product Data
PS 1467.1 15/02/2002 PAGE 1/2

ZP5-GDM1 ZP GAS CONTROL DOOR MONITOR UNIT
PS 1467.1
The Ziton ZP5-GDM1 Gas Door Monitor Unit is
designed to attach to a ZP5-GCU2 Gas Control
Unit. The Gas Control unit in turn connects to a
Ziton ZP fire detection system, and controls a Halon
1301/1211 or Carbon Dioxide CO2 gas fire
The door monitor unit gives an alarm when a room
is left in an automatic discharge condition whilst
occupants are in the room, or, if left in a manual
discharge condition when occupants leave the
room. The detection of room occupancy is achieved
by means of a switch connected to the entrance
lock. The Door Monitor unit should be placed within
hearing distance of the door being monitored,
preferably outside the the area being monitored.
OPERATION
During normal room occupancy, the system is set to
MANUAL as a precaution against injury to
personnel due to automatic gas discharge. When
the last occupant locks the room on departure, this
is detected by the door monitor switch and the door
buzzer will sound. A period of 30 seconds is given
to switch the system to AUTOMATIC. If the panel is
not switched to AUTOMATIC inside this period then
a warning is sent to the control panel indicating an
unsafe condition.
The reverse applies on arrival at an unoccupied
room. After unlocking the door, the door monitor
buzzer will sound, and a period of 30 seconds is
given to switch the system to MANUAL. If the panel
is not switched to MANUAL inside this period then a
warning is sent to the control panel indicating an
unsafe condition. The warning buzzer is only
silenced by rectifying the condition.
Gas System
Auto
Manual
Auto
Manual
Door
Locked
Locked
Unlocked
Unlocked
Buzzer
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
ZP5-GDM1
ZP Gas Control Door
Monitor Unit
Product Data
PS 1467.1 15/02/2002 PAGE 2/2

ZP5-GDM1 ZP GAS CONTROL DOOR MONITOR UNIT
Wiring Schematic
Specifications
Part No. 077001
Description
The Ziton ZP5-GDM1 is an optional Door Monitor Board which piggy-backs on the ZP5 Gas Control Unit Main Control Board ZP5GCM2. It facilitates detection of an unsafe gas condition i.e. when the door is unlocked and the Gas Control Unit is set to automatic,
or when the door is locked and the gas Control Unit is set to manual.
NOTES
1.When a Gas Control Unit is equipped with a Door Monitor Unit it should be situated within hearing distance of the door being
monitored, preferably outside of the area being gas protected.
TERMINAL FUNCTIONS
TB1-1
TB1-2
TB1-3
TB1-4
TB1-5
TB1-6
24 Volt Supply In (+)

Door Monitor Output to ZP5-GCU2
0 Volt Supply In
Door Monitor Switch In (0V=Door locked)
Auto signal in from ZP5-GCU2 (0V=Unit on Auto)
Locked off signal in from ZP5-GCU2 (0V=Unit locked off)
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PS 1468.1 15/02/2002 PAGE 1/2

ZP5-GCM2 GAS CONTROL MAIN BOARD
Product Data
PS 1468.1
The Ziton Gas Control Main Board ZP5-GCM2 is
incorporated inside the housing of the Ziton Gas
Control Unit ZP5-GCU2. The board consists of two
sections, namely a Gas Relay section and Relay
section.
The Gas Relay and Relay sections both have a
dipswitch which allows the addresses of the
individual sections to be set.
Relay controlled outputs are provided for gas
sounders and separate gas release sounders. Also
provided are facilities for remote manual gas
release, and remote operation and status functions.
Extensive monitoring is provided for many functions, including power supply, fuses, and operation. The Main Control Board has 5 diagnostic
LEDs that help with monitoring for gas release
valves/detonators, fire bell, gas discharge siren,
manual gas release unit and low gas pressure
faults.
The Gas Control Main Board communicates with
ZP5 Control Panel through the ZP Line.
ZP5-GCM2
Gas Control Main
Board
Product Data
PS 1468.1 15/02/2002 PAGE 2/2

ZP5-GCM2 GAS CONTROL MAIN BOARD
DESCRIPTION
The Ziton ZP5 Gas Control Main Board is designed to connect to a ZP5 Gas Control System, and to control a Halon 1301/1211 or
Carbon Dioxide CO2 gas fire extinguishing system. The board interfaces to the fire control panel of a ZP fire detection system and
provides secure "Double Knock" control of the gas extinguishing system.
NOTES
1. Polarising diodes must be fitted to all bells and sirens.
2. Fire Alarm Bell circuits (J3-1 & J3-2) and Discharge Siren (J3-5 & J3-6) utilise 2200 Ohm 1 Watt EOL resistors which must be fitted
after the last unit to be monitored.
3. The detonator circuit (J3-3 & J3-4) is monitored by a 2200 Ohm 1 Watt EOL which must be fitted at the end of the detonator line.
4. Gas Discharge verification and Gas Cylinder pressure low monitoring. An open circuit indicates a drop in the monitored cylinder
pressure. A short circuit verifies gas discharge. A 3900 Ohm EOL resistor is used.
5. Remote manual gas release units (J3-7 & J3-8) are monitored through a 3900 Ohm EOL resistor. Placing a short circuit across these
terminals activates the gas discharge sequence.
Specifications
Model
Part No.
Communication
Operating Voltage
Current
Quiescent
Alarm
Fault
ZP5-GCM2
80301
ZP Polling System
22 - 29 Volts dc
80mA
150mA (Excl external dev)
200mA (Excl external dev)
Gas release output
5 Amps - 24 Volts dc
Terminal functions
F1
Detonator fuse 5 Amp
F2
Gas Siren fuse 2 Amp
F3
Fire bell fuse 2 Amp
J1-1
J1-2
J1-3
J1-4
Address line
Address line
Address line
Address line
1 Gas Relay (+)

1 Gas Relay (-)
2 Relay (+)
2 Relay (-)
J2-1
J2-2
24 V dc (+)
24 V dc (-)
TB1-1
TB1-2
TB1-3
TB1-4
TB1-5
TB1-6
TB1-7
TB1-8
TB1-9
TB1-10
TB1-11
TB1-12
TB1-13
TB1-14
TB1-15
TB1-16
TB1-17
TB1-18
TB1-19
TB1-20
TB1-21
Internal Gas Release GND

Internal Gas Release (+)
Internal Gas Release (-)
Fire Alarm Bell (Normal -, Alarm +)
Fire Alarm Bell (Normal +, Alarm -)
Gas Discharge Siren (Normal -, Siren +)
Gas Discharge Siren (Normal +, Siren -)
Gas Release pending output
Fault led
Manual LED
Locked off
Auto LED
Gas Release LED
Fire LED
Gas monitor
Earth
Remote silence
Common
Normally closed
Normally open
Door input
J4
20 Way ribbon cable connection to display
Sounder outputs
Auxiliary relay contact
(Voltage free)
Size (W x H )
Weight
Compatibility
Environmental
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Link operation
L1 (out)
Gas release signal not verified
L1 (in)
Gas release verified via pressure switch
L2
not implemented
L3
Selects the timer reset option for the hold off gas release button
LED indicators
D94
D67
D75
D84
RELAY
G-REL
Gas discharge siren fault, Bell fault

Detector fault
Gas pressure fault
Fire bell fault
Single knock relay active
Double knock relay active
Address Switch
SW1-2
Gas relay address (2)
SW1-3
SW1-4
SW1-5
SW1-6
SW1-7
SW2-1
SW1-2
SW2-3
SW1-4
SW2-5
SW1-6
SW2-7
Double-knock
Double-knock
Double-knock
Double-knock
Double-knock
Double-knock
Double-knock
relay address (1)

relay address (2)
relay address (4)
relay address (8)
relay address (16)
relay address (32)
relay address (64)
Timer adjust
VR1
Time delay adjust for automatic double knock gas release.
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0,5 Amps - 24 Volts dc

Charges state at discharge
1,0 Amp (resistive)/30Vdc
170 x 255mm
367gm
ZP Addressable Control Panels
For indoor application IP not applicable
Current ratings above are dependant upon the capacity of the
power supply unit.

PS 1469.1 15/02/2002 PAGE 1/2

ZP5-GSM2 ZP GAS STATUS MAIN BOARD
Product Data
PS 1469.1
The Ziton ZP5-GSM2 Gas Status Main Board, is the
main board used in the ZP5-GCUS2 Gas Status
Unit and the ZP5-GCUR2 Gas Repeater Unit.
The board provides ribbon cable connection to the
display board which fits on to the door of the
assembly. Current limiting resistors on the board
limit current to the LEDs on the door.
Terminal blocks allow for separate input and output
connections when the Status or Repeater units are
connected in series.
ZP5-GSM2
ZP Gas Status Main
Board
Product Data
PS 1469.1 15/02/2002 PAGE 2/2

ZP5-GSM2 ZP GAS STATUS MAIN BOARD
Specifications
Description:
Model:
Part No:
Compatability:
Operating Voltage:
Quiescent Current:
Gas Status Main Board

ZP5-GSM2
80501.101
ZP5-GCU2S & ZP5-GCU2R
22 - 29 Volts dc
28mA
Max Current:
Input Terminals:
Output terminals:
Size:
Mass:
60mA
From GCU2, GCU2S or GCU2R
To next GCU2S or GCU2R
150 x 150 x 30mm
100gm
DESCRIPTION
The Gas Status Unit is designed to connect to a ZP5-GCU2 Gas Control Unit, which in turn
interfaces to the fire control panel of a ZP fire detection system, and controls a Halon 1301/1211 or Carbon Dioxide CO2 gas fire
The Ziton ZP5-GSM2 is the Main PCB assembly for the ZP5-GCU2S Gas Status Unit and the ZP5-GCU2R Gas Repeater Unit. The
Status Unit mimics the indications of the Control Unit and provides f a c i l i t y for remote control functions. The repeater unit only
mimics the ZP5-GCU2 Gas Control Unit.
NOTES
1.
Up to 10 Gas Status/Repeater Units can be connected to any one Gas Control Unit.
TERMINAL FUNCTIONS
TB
Input
Call point alarm in from call point alarm out from previous Status/Repeater unit (TB2 No.1) from TB3 CP Terminal on
Gas Control units display board.
Automatic/Manual Control in from auto/manual out from previous Status/Repeater unit (TB2 No.2) from TB3 A/M
terminal on Gas Control units display board.
Lock off control in from lockoff out from lockoff control of previous Status/Repeater unit or from TB3 LOFF terminal on
Gas Control units display board.
Remote silence in from TB1-17 on the gas control unit or from silence output of previous Status/Repeater unit (TB2 No.4)
Locked off LED in from TB1-10 on Gas control unit or from locked off LED on previous Status/Repeater unit. (TB2 No.5)
Auto LED in from TB1-12 on Gas control unit or from Auto LED out on previous Status/Repeater (TB2 No.6)
Manual LED from TB1-11 on Gas control unit or from manual LED out on previous previous Status/Repeater unit (TB2
No.7)
Fire LED in from TB1-14 on Gas Control unit or Fire LED out on previous Status/Repeater unit (TB2 No.8)
Fault LED in from TB1-9 on Gas control unit or from Fault LED out on previous Status/Repeater unit (TB2 No.9)
10
Gas release LED in from TB1-13 on Gas control unit or from gas release out on previous Status/Repeater (TB2 No.10)
11
Delay switch in from TB3 Delay on Gas Control Units display board or from Delay out from previous Status/Repeater
(TB2 No.11)
12
Gas pending in from TB1-8 on gas control unit or from gas pending out on previous gas control unit (TB2 No.12)
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Product Data
PS 1470 15/02/2002 PAGE 1/2

ZP5-GSD2 ZP GAS STATUS/REPEATER DISPLAY BOARD
PS 1470.1
The Ziton ZP-GSD2 is the display board used in the
ZP5-GCU2S Gas Status Unit and the ZP5-GCU2R
Gas Repeater Unit. The board connects to the ZP5GSM2 main board via a ribbon cable.
( * Silence and more time hold off switches are only
fitted to the Status display board. )
*
*
ZP5-GSD2
ZP Gas
Status/Repeater
Display Board
Product Data
PS 1470 15/02/2002 PAGE 2/2

ZP5-GSD2 ZP GAS STATUS/REPEATER DISPLAY BOARD
Wiring Schematic
Specifications
Description
Model
Part No
Compatibility
Operating Voltage
Gas Status/Repeater Display Board

ZP5-GSD2
83501
ZP5-GCU2S, ZP5-GCU2R
22V to 29V DC
Description
When this board is used in the Status Unit it provides controls for the Status Units Gas hold off button, silence button, call point input,
locked off/reset and Auto/Manual controls. These controls are signaled to the Gas Control Unit. The display board also mimics the
LED indicators of the Gas Control Unit.
When the ZP5-GSD2 is used in the Repeater Unit, it is only used to mimic the LED indicators of the Gas Control Unit.
NB. A wire link must also be connected between TB1.7 & TB1.8 (on a repeater) for lockoff end off line function.
Terminal functions for the Status Unit
TB1
Label
Function
Delay
Silence
Auto/Manual
Locked off
Break glass
Takes the input from the delay button

Takes the input from the Silence button
Takes the input from the Auto/Manual button
Takes the input from the Locked off button
Takes the input from the Call point button
The Repeater Unit is used only to mimic. It therefore does not have inputs for contacts. The locked off terminal must be looped on the
Repeater.
Link operation
L1, L2 & L3 are placed on the last Status/repeater Unit in the system. These links are used to implement the end of line.
L1
L2
L3
inserts the end of line for the delay function.

inserts the end of line for the locked off function.
inserts the end of line for the break glass call point.
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CONNECTION DETAILS - ZP5-GCU2 GAS CONTROL UNIT TO ZP5 GCU2R REPEATER UNIT/ZP5 GCU2S GAS STATUS UNIT
Wiring Data
Connection Details
ZP5 GCU2 Gas Control Unit to
ZP5 GCU2R Gas Repeater Unit/
ZP5 GCU2S Gas Status Unit
TB1
End of line
ZP5-GCU2S
Gas Status Unit
End of line
2 1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
TB1
2 1
TB2
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
OUT
IN
0V 24V
OUT
IN
0V 24V
ZP5-GCU2R
Gas Repeater Unit
2 1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
2 1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
TB2
Intermediate
ZP5-GCU2S
Gas Status Unit
Intermediate
ZP5-GCU2R
Gas Repeater Unit
External
24V
Supply
+
J2
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21
TB1
24V 0V
STATUS IN
IN
CP
OUT
LOOP
0V + GAS REL-+ GAS REL- +
ZP5-GCU2
Gas Control Unit
DELAY A/M LOFF
Surge protected
24V for gas units
Loop Inputs
Display Board
Attached to Door
of GCU2
- SCRN + - SCRN
LOOP A
LOOP B
Surge Board
Attached to
Main Board
of GCU2
Sensor
Surge protected
24V output
to main board
Discharge
nozzles
Gas Cylinder
ZP Control
Panel
Note: If all keyswitches are on MANUAL, then systems will be on MANUAL.

If one keyswitch is on AUTO, then systems will be on AUTO.
L1, L2 and L3 to be placed on end of line gas status unit display board.
L1, L3 and L4 on the gcu display board to be removed when status/repeater units are used.
Applicable to GCU2 version 2
Wiring Data
501-126900-0-02 14/03/2001 PAGE 2/2

CONNECTION DETAILS - ZP5-GCU2 GAS CONTROL UNIT TO ZP5 GCU2R REPEATER UNIT/ZP5 GCU2S GAS STATUS UNIT
Wiring Table
Connections in tabular form between Control Unit and Status/Repeater
Unit
Terminal Location
Gas Unit GCU2
GCU2 Main
Board
Terminal
Label
TB1
J2
Status/Repeater
Unit
Pin Wiring Connections
Display Board
TB3
Main Board
TB1
10 11 12 13 14 17
0V 24V
0V 24V 12
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Wiring Data
501-127000-0-01 03/10/2000 PAGE 1/1

CONNECTION DETAILS TO THE ZP5-GCU2 GAS CONTROL UNIT, GCU2 VERSION 1
ZP5 GCU2 Gas Control Unit

Part No. 80001 issue 1.01
Connection Details
ZP Address Loop 1
Sensors
+
_
ZP Control
Panel
+
_
ZP Address Loop 2
3K9
EOL
Gas Cylinder
Pressure Low
Monitor Switch
Normally Closed
Pressure Activated
Discharge Verify
Switch Normally Open
Gas Release
Mechanism
2K2
EOL
Discharge
Nozzles
Gas Cylinder
2K2
EOL
Fire
Bell
2K2
EOL
Gas
Discharge
Siren
Remote
silence
External
24V
Supply
J2
2 3
4 5 6
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
Surge protected
24V for gas units
J3
Gas release
auxiliary
contacts
EARTH 24V 0V
- SCRN + - SCRN
LOOP A
LOOP B
Surge Board
Attached to
Main Board
of GCU2
STATUS IN
DELAY A/M LOFF
IN
CP
OUT
LOOP
-
Display Board
Attached to Door
of GCU2
Surge protected
24V output
to main board
Note: Applicable to GCU2 version 1.

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Wiring Data
501-127100-0-01 03/10/2000 PAGE 1/1

ZP5 GCU2 Gas Control Unit

Connection Details
ZP Address Loop 1
Sensors
+
_
ZP Control
Panel
+
_
ZP Address Loop 2
3K9
EOL
Gas Cylinder
Pressure Low
Monitor Switch
Normally Closed
Pressure Activated
Discharge Verify
Switch Normally Open
Gas Release
Mechanism
2K2
EOL
Discharge
Nozzles
Gas Cylinder
2K2
EOL
Fire
Bell
2K2
EOL
Gas
Discharge
Siren
Remote
silence
External
24V
Supply
+ _
J2
2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21
Surge protected
24V for gas units
TB1
Gas release
auxiliary
contacts
EARTH 24V 0V
- SCRN + - SCRN
LOOP A
LOOP B
Surge Board
Attached to
Main Board
of GCU2
STATUS IN
DELAY A/M LOFF
IN
CP
OUT
LOOP
-
Display Board
Attached to Door
of GCU2
Surge protected
24V output
to main board

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Wiring Data
501-138700-0-01 28/08/2001 PAGE 1/1

Door monitor connection

diagram for Gas Control
Unit ZP5 GCU2
Connection Details

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Wiring Data
501-138800-0-01 28/08/2001 PAGE 1/1

Door monitor connection

diagram for Gas Control
Unit ZP5 GCU2
Connection Details

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Gas Control Unit...................................................................................................1

Operator obligations after manual discharge of gas .............................................3

System Wiring ......................................................................................................1

Apply Power .........................................................................................................7

Maintenance Responsibilities ...............................................................................1

Introduction and System Overview

Gas Control Unit

Gas Control Unit red

Gas Status Unit

Gas Repeater Unit

Gas Door Lock Monitor Unit

1.1.2 Installation Criteria

1.1.2.1 System Power Supplies

1.1.2.2 Operating Environment

1.1.2.3 Power Transients

1.1.2.4 Physical Mounting

1.1.2.6 Screw Terminals

1.1.2.7 Static Sensitive Components

1.1.2.8 System Documentation

1.1.3.1 Sensing Equipment Limitations

1.1.3.2 Power Faults

1.1.3.3 Bells and Sirens Faults

1.1.3.4 Equipment Compatibility

1.1.3.5 Gas System Design

1.1.3.6 Response Time

1.1.3.7 Maintenance Faults

Installation, Maintenance, and Use of Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems

Installation, Maintenance, and Use of Halon 1311 Fire Extinguishing Systems

Installation, Maintenance, and Use of Halon 1211 Fire Extinguishing Systems

Electrical Actuation of gaseous total flooding extinguishing systems.

Code of practice for system design, installation and servicing.

1.1.5 Manual structure

The Operation section is a guide to the operators of ZP

The Installation section describes the correct procedures

The Commissioning section describes the steps

The Maintenance section describes in detail the

The Applications section describes various systems that

1.2 System overview

Fig 2.1 Gas System Configuration

1.2.2 Gas control panel

Fig 2.2 Gas Control Unit External Appearance

1.2.3 Gas Status Unit

Fig 2.3 Gas Status Unit External Appearance

1.2.4 Gas Repeater Units

Fig 2.4 Gas Repeater Unit External Appearance

1.2.5 Gas Door Monitor Board

2.1 Gas Control Unit

Fig 1.1 ZP5-GCU2 Gas Control Unit Front Panel

2.1.2 Normal operating condition

Yellow "Automatic" LEDs ON if keyswitch in vertical position OR

Green "Manual" LEDs ON if keyswitch in horizontal position.

Green "Power On" LED ON.

No audible alarms sounding.

2.1.3 Fire operation - manual gas discharge

2.1.3.1 Manual discharge initiation

Evacuate the gas controlled area of all personnel.

2.1.3.2 System response to manual discharge initiation

The Gas Discharge Sounder will sound.

2.1.3.3 Operator obligations after manual discharge of gas