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When integrating fire alarms with Smoke Control systems, what is the 'priority of control' requirement?

S524 requires that fire alarm controls for smoke control systems (dampers/fans) have priority over normal building automation controls.

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Question: When integrating fire alarms with Smoke Control systems, what is the 'priority of control' requirement?

Answer options:

  • The Building Automation System (BAS) takes priority
  • The manual light switch in the room takes priority ✅ The fire alarm system control takes priority over normal HVAC controls
  • Priority is given to the first signal received by the fan motor

Correct answer: The fire alarm system control takes priority over normal HVAC controls

Explanation: S524 requires that fire alarm controls for smoke control systems (dampers/fans) have priority over normal building automation controls.

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