Installation and Commissioning ManualDocument Reference MTEC-HS-01 Rev 071 Author ADV-DC Page 395 Service and Maintenance5.1 Maintenance ScheduleThis equipment should be maintained in accordance with the regulations and codes appropriate to the country andlocation of installation. The following is recommended, if no other regulations apply.5.1.1 Daily ActionsThe site operator / user should perform the following checks and actions:a) The panel indicates normal operation. If any faults exist, these should be recorded in a logbook.b) Any recorded faults have received attention and have been signed off.5.1.2 Monthly ActionsThe site operator / user should perform the following checks and actions:a) Any stand-by generators should be started and fuel levels checked.b) Operate at least one call point or detector (from different zones each month) and check that the panel enters afire alarm condition and that the appropriate / programmed alarm or warning devices are sounded / operated.Where permissible, this should include any links to the fire brigade or remote centre.c) Check that all outstanding faults have been recorded and have received attention.5.1.3 Quarterly ActionsThe service / maintenance contractor should perform the following checks and actions:a) Check that all entries in the logbook have been addressed, check the event log in the panel and take thenecessary remedial actions.b) Visually inspect the panel for any moisture ingress or other deterioration, check all battery connections andtest / check the alarm, fault and other functions of the panel operation.c) Ascertain if any building or structural alterations have been carried out that would affect the siting of callpoints or detectors. If so, perform a visual inspection.d) Record in the logbook any defects or remedial actions that must be undertaken and arrange for these to becarried out as soon as possible.5.1.4 Annual ActionsThe service / maintenance contractor should perform the following checks and actions:a) Perform the checks as recommended above in the daily, monthly and quarterly schedules.b) Perform a complete “Walk Test” of the system to check that each call point and detector is operating to itsmanufacturers’ specification.c) Visually inspect all cable fittings. Check that the equipment is undamaged and that the conditions ofinstallation have not changed such that they fall outside of the equipment specifications.d) Inspect and test all batteries and replace as required – refer to Section 5.2 for recommended replacementschedule.e) Record in the logbook any defects or remedial actions that must be undertaken and arrange for these to becarried out as soon as possible.