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  • BS EN 54-10:2002

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    Fire detection and fire alarm systems Flame detectors. Point detectors

    Available format(s):  Hardcopy, PDF

    Language(s):  English

    Published date:  29-09-2006

    Publisher:  British Standards Institution

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    Foreword
    1 Scope
    2 Normative references
    3 Terms and definitions
    4 General requirements
       4.1 Compliance
       4.2 Classification
       4.3 Individual alarm indication
       4.4 Connection of ancillary devices
       4.5 Monitoring of detachable detectors
       4.6 Manufacturer's adjustment
       4.7 On-site sensitivity adjustment
       4.8 Data
       4.9 Additional requirements for software controlled
            detectors
            4.9.1 General
            4.9.2 Software documentation
            4.9.3 Software design
            4.9.4 The storage of programs and data
    5 Tests
       5.1 General
            5.1.1 Atmospheric conditions for tests
            5.1.2 Operating conditions for tests
            5.1.3 Mounting arrangements
            5.1.4 Tolerances
            5.1.5 Determination of response point
            5.1.6 Test procedure
            5.1.7 Reduced functional tests
            5.1.8 Provision for tests
            5.1.9 Test schedule
       5.2 Reproducibility
            5.2.1 Object
            5.2.2 Test procedure
            5.2.3 Requirements
       5.3 Repeatability
            5.3.1 Object
            5.3.2 Test procedure
            5.3.3 Requirements
       5.4 Directional dependence
            5.4.1 Object
            5.4.2 Test procedure
            5.4.3 Requirements
       5.5 Fire sensitivity
            5.5.1 Object
            5.5.2 Test procedure
            5.5.3 Classification
            5.5.4 Requirements
       5.6 Dazzling (operational)
            5.6.1 Object
            5.6.2 Test procedure and apparatus
            5.6.3 Requirements
       5.7 Dry heat (operational)
            5.7.1 Object
            5.7.2 Test procedure and apparatus
            5.7.3 Requirements
       5.8 Cold (operational)
            5.8.1 Object
            5.8.2 Test procedure and apparatus
            5.8.3 Requirements
       5.9 Damp heat, cyclic (operational)
            5.9.1 Object
            5.9.2 Test procedure and apparatus
            5.9.3 Requirements
       5.10 Damp heat, steady state (endurance)
            5.10.1 Object
            5.10.2 Test procedure and apparatus
            5.10.3 Requirements
       5.11 Sulfur dioxide (SO[2]) corrosion (endurance)
            5.11.1 Object
            5.11.2 Test procedure and apparatus
            5.11.3 Requirements
       5.12 Shock (operational)
            5.12.1 Object
            5.12.2 Test procedure and apparatus
            5.12.3 Requirements
       5.13 Impact (operational)
            5.13.1 Object
            5.13.2 Test procedure and apparatus
            5.13.3 Requirements
       5.14 Vibration, sinusoidal, (operational)
            5.14.1 Object
            5.14.2 Test procedure and apparatus
            5.14.3 Requirements
       5.15 Vibration, sinusoidal (endurance)
            5.15.1 Object
            5.15.2 Test procedure and apparatus
            5.15.3 Requirements
       5.16 Variation in supply parameters (operational)
            5.16.1 Object
            5.16.2 Test procedure
            5.16.3 Requirements
       5.17 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Immunity tests
            (operational)
            5.17.1 Object
            5.17.2 Test procedure and apparatus
            5.17.3 Requirements
    6 Marking
    Annex A (normative) Annex A Apparatus for response point
             determination
       A.1 Optical bench
       A.2 Radiation source
       A.3 Shutter
       A.4 Modulator
       A.5 Radiometer
    Annex B (informative) Example of a methane burner
    Annex C (normative) Test fires
       C.1 Methylated spirit fire
    Annex D (normative) Apparatus for dazzling test
    Annex E (normative) Apparatus for impact test
    Annex ZA (informative) Clauses addressing the provisions of the EU
             Construction Products Directive 89/106/EEC
    Bibliography

    Abstract - (Show below) - (Hide below)

    Covers requirements, test methods and performance criteria for point-type, resettable flame detectors that operate using radiation from a flame for use in fire detection systems installed in buildings.

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    Committee FSH/12
    Development Note Supersedes 91/42154 DC. (03/2002) Supersedes 05/30133544 DC. (09/2007)
    Document Type Standard
    Publisher British Standards Institution
    Status Current
    Supersedes

    Standards Referenced By This Book - (Show below) - (Hide below)

    BS 5839-1(2002) : 2002 FIRE DETECTION AND FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS FOR BUILDINGS - PART 1: CODE OF PRACTICE FOR SYSTEM DESIGN, INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING AND MAINTENANCE
    BS 5839-1:2017 Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings Code of practice for design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of systems in non-domestic premises
    BS 5908-2:2012 Fire and explosion precautions at premises handling flammable gases, liquids and dusts Guide to applicable standards and regulations
    12/30260278 DC : 0 BS 5839-1 - FIRE DETECTION AND FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS FOR BUILDINGS - PART 1: CODE OF PRACTICE FOR DESIGN, INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING AND MAINTENANCE
    12/30258581 DC : 0 BS 5908-2 - FIRE AND EXPLOSION PRECAUTIONS AT PREMISES HANDLING FLAMMABLE GASES, LIQUIDS AND DUSTS - PART 2: GUIDE TO APPLICABLE STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS
    BS 5839-1:2013 Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings Code of practice for design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of systems in non-domestic premises
    PD 6686:2006 Guidance on directives, regulations and standards related to prevention of fire and explosion in the process industries
    01/540647 DC : DRAFT MAY 2001 BS 5839-1 - FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM SYSTEMS FOR BUILDINGS - PART 1 - CODE OF PRACTICE FOR SYSTEM DESIGN, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
    PD 7974-4:2003 Application of fire safety engineering principles to the design of buildings Detection of fire and activation of fire protection systems. (Sub-system 4)

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    IEC 60068-1:2013 Environmental testing - Part 1: General and guidance
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    IEC 60064:1993+AMD1:2000+AMD2:2002+AMD3:2005 CSV Tungsten filament lamps for domestic and similar general lighting purposes - Performance requirements
    EN ISO 9001:2015 Quality management systems - Requirements (ISO 9001:2015)
    IEC 60068-2-2:2007 Environmental testing - Part 2-2: Tests - Test B: Dry heat
    ISO 9001:2015 Quality management systems — Requirements
    IEC 60068-2-42:2003 Environmental testing - Part 2-42: Tests - Test Kc: Sulphur dioxide test for contacts and connections
    IEC 60068-2-1:2007 Environmental testing - Part 2-1: Tests - Test A: Cold
    EN 50130-4:2011/A1:2014 ALARM SYSTEMS - PART 4: ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY - PRODUCT FAMILY STANDARD: IMMUNITY REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPONENTS OF FIRE, INTRUDER, HOLD UP, CCTV, ACCESS CONTROL AND SOCIAL ALARM SYSTEMS
    EN 54-1:2011 Fire detection and fire alarm systems - Part 1: Introduction
    IEC 60068-2-56:1988 Environmental testing - Part 2: Tests. Test Cb: Damp heat, steady state, primarily for equipment
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