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Which of the following is an acceptable method for sensitivity testing an 'intelligent' smoke detector?

For addressable systems, checking sensitivity via the Fire Alarm Control Unit (FACU) display is an acceptable method under S536.

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Question: Which of the following is an acceptable method for sensitivity testing an 'intelligent' smoke detector?

Answer options:

  • Using canned smoke at a distance of 1 metre ✅ Reading the sensitivity values from the Fire Alarm Control Unit (FACU) display
  • Using a voltmeter on the detector base
  • Observing the LED flash rate on the detector

Correct answer: Reading the sensitivity values from the Fire Alarm Control Unit (FACU) display

Explanation: For addressable systems, checking sensitivity via the Fire Alarm Control Unit (FACU) display is an acceptable method under S536.

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