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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
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Fire detection and fire alarm systems - Part 11: Manual call points
Brandmeldeanlagen - Teil 11: Handfeuermelder
Systèmes de détection et d'alarme incendie - Partie 11: Déclencheurs manuels d'alarme
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13.320 Alarmni in opozorilni sistemi Alarm and warning systems
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EUROPEAN STANDARD
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NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
March 2013
ICS 13.220.20 Will supersede EN 54-11:2001
English Version
Fire detection and fire alarm systems - Part 11: Manual call
points
Systèmes de détection et d'alarme incendie - Partie 11: Brandmeldeanlagen - Teil 11: Handfeuermelder
Déclencheurs manuels d'alarme
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Contents Page
Foreword . 3
Introduction . 4
1 Scope . 4
2 Normative references . 5
3 Terms and definitions . 6
4 Requirements . 7
5 Tests methods . 15
6 Evaluation of conformity . 35
7 Classification . 42
8 Marking, labelling and packaging . 42
9 Data . 42
Annex A (normative) Test apparatus for test for operation . 43
Annex B (informative) Test apparatus for test for non-operation . 45
Annex C (informative) Test apparatus for the impact test . 46
Annex ZA (informative) Clauses of this European Standard addressing the provisions of the EU
Construction Products Directive (89/106/EEC) . 50
Annex ZB (informative) Relationship between this European Standard and the provisions of EU
Directive 73/23/EEC (Low Voltage) . 59

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Foreword
This document (prEN 54-11:2013) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 72 “Fire detection
and fire alarm systems”, the secretariat of which is held by BSI.
This document is currently submitted to the CEN Enquiry.
This document will supersede EN 54-11:2001.
This document presents the consolidated version of EN 54-11:2001 and EN 54-11:2001/A1:2005 and includes
modifications which are indicated by a straight line in the margin of the text or in Tables 2, 9 and in Annex ZA
the changes are indicated by text in bold italics.
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Introduction
This European Standard has been drafted on the basis of appearance and functions which should be provided
on all manual call points for use in fire detection and fire alarm systems. The colours, dimensions, shapes and
methods of operation are based on recognised operating principles which give confidence and recognition to the
user when operated in genuine fire alarm situations.
It is important for manual call points to be recognisable and simple to use, without the need to read elaborate
instructions so that anyone discovering a fire is able to use the manual call point without previous familiarity with
it.
The purpose of a manual call point is to enable a member of the general public discovering a fire to initiate the
operation of a fire alarm system so that appropriate measures can be taken.
The intention of this European standard is to specify requirements for operation and reliability. The methods of
operation of the manual call points covered are as follows:
 Type A: direct operation (single action);
 Type B: indirect operation (double action).
Both types require the breaking or the visible displacement by change of the position of a frangible element
forming part of the front face, which is considered to be the most suitable method for general application and
which act as a deterrent to the misuse of the device. This action should be easy enough to be capable of being
performed by any members of the general public.
Importance has been placed on identifying the manual call point, the method by which it is activated and an
indication to the user that the initiation of an alarm has been given.
The resulting standard takes into account national variances in custom and practice and language in bringing
together common elements that contribute towards a standard device for use throughout Europe.
1 Scope
This European Standard specifies the requirements and methods of test for manual call points in fire detection
and fire alarm systems in and around buildings. It takes into account indoor and outdoor conditions, the
appearance and operation of the manual call points for type A "direct operation" and type B "indirect operation"
and covers those which are simple mechanical switches, those which are fitted with simple electronic
components (e.g. resistors, diodes) and those which contain active electronic components and which work with
the control panels for signalling and identifying, for example, an address or location.
This European Standard specifies also requirements for the evaluation of conformity and the marking of manuals
call points (see Annex ZA).
This European standard does not cover manual call points for special applications, for example flame proof
manual call points, or for use in hazardous conditions but can be used in conjunction with additional
requirements or tests required for these special applications.
Manual call points for special applications, such as ATEX will require testing above and beyond this European
standard however should they by design in addition to meeting the specific requirements of their application
be compliant with all clauses of this European standard they are considered to be covered by the standard.
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2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are
indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references,
the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 54-1:1996, Fire detection and fire alarm systems — Part 1: Introduction
EN 894-3:2000, Safety of machinery — Ergonomics requirements for the design of displays and control
actuators — Part 3: Control actuators
EN 894-3:2000/A1:2008, Safety of machinery — Ergonomics requirements for the design of displays and
control actuators — Part 3: Control actuators
EN 50130-4:2011, Alarm systems — Part 4: Electromagnetic compatibility — Product family standard:
Immunity requirements for components of fire, intruder and social alarm systems
EN 50130-4:1995/A1:1998, Alarm systems — Part 4: Electromagnetic compatibility — Product family
standard: immunity requirements for components of fire, intruder and social alarm systems
EN 50130-4:1995/A2:2003, Alarm systems — Part 4: Electromagnetic compatibility — Product family
standard: immunity requirements for components of fire, intruder and social alarm systems
EN 60068-1:1994, Environmental testing — Part 1: General and guidance (IEC 60068-1:1988 + A1:1992 +
corrigendum October 1988)
EN 60068-2-1:2007, Environmental testing — Part 2-1: Tests — Tests A: Cold (IEC 60068-2-1:2007)
EN 60068-2-2:2007, Basic environmental testing procedures — Part 2-2: Tests — Tests B: Dry heat (IEC
60068-2-2:2007)
EN 60068-2-6:2007, Environmental testing — Part 2-6: Tests — Tests Fc: Vibration (sinusoidal) (IEC 60068-
2-6:1995 + corrigendum 2007)
EN 60068-2-18:2001, Environmental testing — Part 2-18: Tests — Test R and guidance: Water (IEC 60068-2-
18:2000)
EN 60068-2-27:2009, Basic environmental testing procedures — Part 2-27: Tests — Test Ea and guidance:
Shock (IEC 60068-2-27:2009)
EN 60068-2-30:2005, Environmental testing — Part 2-30: Tests — Test Db: Damp heat, cyclic (12 h + 12 h
cycle) (IEC 60068-2-30:2005)
EN 60068-2-42:2003, Environmental testing — Part 2-42: Tests — Test Kc: Sulphur dioxide test for contacts
and connections (IEC 60068-2-42:2003)
EN 60068-2-78:2001, Environmental testing - Part 2-78: Tests — Test Cab: Damp heat, steady state (IEC
60068-2-78:2001)
EN ISO 3098-0:1997, Technical product documentation — Lettering — Part 0: General requirements (ISO
3098-0:1997)
EN ISO 9001:2008, Quality management systems — Requirements (ISO 9001:2000)
ISO 209-1:1989, Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloys — Chemical composition and forms of products —
Part 1: Chemical composition
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ISO 3864-1:2011, Graphical symbols — Safety colours and safety signs — Part 1: Design principles for safety
signs in workplaces and public areas"
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN 54-1:2011 and the following apply.
3.1
alarm condition
condition of the manual call point after the operating element has been activated
3.2
frangible element
component which is glass or has the appearance of glass and which after receiving a blow or pressure as
instructed, is physically broken or is visibly displaced by change of position and remains in that condition until
replaced or reset
Note 1 to entry: The frangible element is intended to give protection against unintentional operation and to be a
deterrent against misuse. The visible displacement of the frangible element is accepted as apparent breaking.
3.2.1
non-resettable frangible element
frangible element that needs to be replaced after the activation of the manual call point, in order for the
manual call point to be able to return to the normal condition
3.2.2
resettable frangible element
frangible element that can be returned to its original position without replacement, in order for the manual call
point to be able to return to the normal condition
3.3
front face
area within the outline of the front view of the manual call point excluding the area of the operating face
Note 1 to entry: See Figures 1 and 2, item 1.
3.4
manual call point
component of a fire detection and fire alarm system which is used for the manual initiation of an alarm
[SOURCE: EN 54-1:2011]
Manual call points are divided into two types depending on the method of operation:
3.4.1
type A: direct operation
manual call point in which the change to the alarm condition is automatic (i.e. without the need for further
manual action) when the frangible element is broken or displaced
3.4.2
type B: indirect operation
manual call point in which the change to the alarm condition requires a separate manual operation of the
operating element by the user after the frangible element is broken or displaced
3.5
normal condition
condition in which the frangible element is undamaged and the manual call point is operating without giving an
alarm or fault signal
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3.6
operating element
mechanical and electrical switching element, part of the manual call point which initiates the alarm signal
when operated
3.7
operating face
that area of the manual call point which may be the visible part of the frangible element or the visible area
behind it
Note 1 to entry: See Figures 1 and 2, item 2.
3.8
special tool
device not normally carried by the public (e.g. a key), normally provided by the manufacturer and which is
used for replacing or resetting the frangible element
Note 1 to entry: It is intended to deter unauthorised access to the manual call point, while being available on site either
at a defined location or from a "responsible person" familiar with and having knowledge of the system.
4 Requirements
4.1 Frangible element
4.1.1 Normal condition
The normal condition shall be easily recognisable by the appearance of the operating face as detailed in 4.7.
The frangible element shall be flat and shall not be broken, deformed or displaced.
4.1.2 Alarm condition
Transfer from the normal condition to the alarm condition shall be achieved by the following and shall be
easily recognisable by the change in the appearance of the operating face:
a) for type A manual call points:
1) breaking the frangible element or
2) displacing the frangible element as a result of the breaking or
3) displacing the frangible element without breaking together with changing the appearance of the
operating face.
b) for type B manual call points:
1) breaking and/or displacement of the frangible element as described in 4.3.2 a), to give access to the
operating element and
2) manual activation of the operating element.
In addition, for type B manual call points, it shall be possible to see that the operating element is in the
activated position and it shall not be possible to activate the operating element without breaking or displacing
the frangible element (see 4.3.2 b) ) or without the use of a special tool (see 4.6)
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4.2 Indicators for alarm condition
The alarm condition shall be indicated by:
a) for type A: the condition of the frangible element as specified in 4.3;
b) for type B: the frangible element as described in 4.3 together with an identifiable activated position of the
operating element.
The alarm condition may be additionally indicated visually by other means, for example lamps or light-emitting
diodes (LEDs).
If an additional visual indicator is provided, it shall be positioned within the operating face or within the front
face of the manual call point. The visual indicator shall be red, shall identify the manual call point, which
released an alarm, until the alarm condition is reset and shall be visible from a distance of 2 m directly in front
of the manual call point, in an ambient light intensity up to 500 lx. Where other conditions of the manual call
point may be visually indicated, they shall be clearly distinguishable from the alarm indication, except when
the manual call point is switched into a service mode.
4.3 Reset facility
It shall only be possible to reset the manual call point after operation by means of a special tool as follows:
a) for non-resettable frangible elements by inserting a new element;
b) for resettable frangible elements by resetting the frangible element.
In addition, for type B manual call points, it shall only be possible to return the operating element to its normal
condition by means of a special tool.
4.4 Test facility
The manual call point shall be equipped with a facility to carry out routine testing when installed. The operation
of this test facility shall:
a) simulate the alarm condition by activating the operating element without breaking the frangible element;
and
b) allow the manual call point to be reset without breaking the frangible element.
The operation of the test facility shall only be possible using a special tool.
4.5 Construction and design
4.5.1 Safety aspects
When operating the frangible element injury to the operator shall not occur.
For type B manual call points the actuation force of the operating element shall meet the requirements of
EN 894-3:2000 as amended by EN 894-3:2000/A1:2008.
Corners and edges of the manual call points shall be rounded to reduce the possibility of injury, but the radius
of curvature shall not exceed 0,05 a (see Table 1).
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4.5.2 Shape, dimensions and colours
4.5.2.1 Shape
The front face of the manual call point shall be approximately square in accordance with Table 1.
The operating face shall either be square (see Figure 1) or rectangular (see Figure 2).
The operating face in accordance with Table 1, Figure 1 and Figure 2:
a) shall be central about the vertical centre line of the front face and
b) may be designed to have a vertical offset about the horizontal centre line of the front face.
The operating face shall be level with or recessed into the front face; it shall not project beyond the front face.
4.5.2.2 Dimensions
The dimensions of the front face and of the operating face shall be within the limits shown in Figure 1,
Figure 2 and Table 1. A tolerance of 5 % shall be applied where not otherwise specified.
The manual call point shall be designed so that it is capable of being mounted, in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions, with the front face at least 15 mm proud of the surrounding surface.

Key Key
1 front face 1 front face
2 operating face 2 operating face
a to e see Table 1 a to e see Table 1
Figure 1 — Manual call point with a square Figure 2 — Manual call point with a rectangular
operating face operating face
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Table 1 — Dimensions of manual call points
Manual call point
Letter
with
Dimension in Figure 1
or Figure 2
square operating face rectangular operating face
Height of front face a
85 mm ≤ a ≤ 135 mm 85 mm ≤ a ≤ 135 mm
Width of front face b
85 mm ≤ b ≤ 135 mm 85 mm ≤ b ≤ 135 mm
Ratio of width to height b/a
0,95 ≤ b/a ≤ 1,05 0,95 ≤ b/a ≤ 1,05
of the front face
Height of operating face c 0,5 a ± 5 mm 0,4 a ± 5 mm
Width of operating face d 0,5 a ± 5 mm 0,8 a ± 5 mm
Ratio of width to height d/c
0,95 ≤ d/c ≤ 1,05 1,9 ≤ d/c ≤ 2,1
of the operating face
Maximum vertical offset e ± 0,1 a ± 0,1 a
of the operating face
4.5.2.3 Colours
The colour of the visible surface area of the manual call point when mounted in accordance with 5.1.3 shall be
red, except for:
a) the operating face;
b) the symbols and lettering on the front face specified in 4.7.3.2;
c) the special tool access, cable entry holes and screws.
The colour of the operating face other than symbols and lettering specified in 4.7.3.3 shall be white.
The colour of the visible part of the operating element (Type B manual call point) shall be black.
NOTE Suitable red, white and black colours are specified in ISO 3864-1:2011.
4.5.3 Symbols and lettering
4.5.3.1 General
The manual call point shall be marked, with the appropriate symbols shown in Figure 3, as specified in 4.7.3.2
and 4.7.3.3. Examples of the arrangement of symbols on type A and type B manual call points are given in
Figures 4 and 5, respectively.
4.5.3.2 Symbols and lettering on the front face
4.5.3.2.1 On the front face above the operating face and central to the vertical centre line shall be the
symbol in accordance with Figure 3a. This symbol may be supplemented with the word "FIRE", or equivalent
words in the national language. This combination shall be on the front face and above the operating face and
central to the vertical centre line. The height of the symbol shall be at least 0,15 a and the height of the
lettering shall not exceed the height of the symbol. The lettering shall be in accordance with
EN ISO 3098-0:1997, "lettering type B, vertical (V)". Symbols and lettering shall be white in accordance with
ISO 3864-1:2011.
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4.5.3.2.2 Markings other than specified in 4.5.3.2.1 (such as company logo or contact address) shall be
restricted to the area of the front face below the horizontal centre line of the operating face. The total area for
this marking other than red shall not be greater than 5 % of the area of the front face.
4.5.3.3 Symbols and lettering on the operating face
4.5.3.3.1 The operating face of type A manual call points shall be marked with the symbol in accordance with
Figure 3c. The operating face of type B manual call points shall be marked with the symbols in accordance
with Figures 3b and 3d. The symbol in accordance with Figure 3b shall point to the operating element and
shall remain clearly visible when the frangible element is broken or displaced. These symbols may be
supplemented by appropriate words for instruction. Where supplementary wording is used, this shall indicate
position and/or operating action (e.g. "PRESS HERE").
These symbols and lettering for any supplementary instructions shall be black with the black area not exceeding
10 % of the area of the operating face.
NOTE A suitable black colour is specified in ISO 3864-1:2011.
The dimensions and spacing of the symbols shall be in proportion to the height shown, see Figure 3.
4.5.3.3.2 Markings other than specified in 4.5.3.3.1 (such as company logo or contact address) shall be
restricted to the upper and/or the lower 25 % of the area of the operating face and shall not interfere with the
symbols. The total area for this marking other than white shall not be greater than 5 % of the area of the
operating face.
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a) symbol on the front face b) symbol on the operating face for activating
the operating element for type B manual call
point
or
or
c) symbol on the operating face d) symbol on the operating face
for the arrows including the virtual button for the arrows for type B manual call point
for type A manual call point (The virtual button may also be shown)
NOTE See 4.5.3.3.1 for the proportion of dimensions and spacing of the symbols and the height shown.
Key
a height of the front face, see Table 1
Figure 3 — Symbols used for manual call points

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a) Example for using a square b) Example for using a rectangular
operating face operating face
Figure 4 — Example for the front and operating face symbol positions for type A manual call point

a) Example for using a square b) Example for using a rectangular
operating face operating face
NOTE The dotted outline represents the visible part of the operating element.
Figure 5 — Example for the front and operating face symbol positions for type B manual call point
4.5.4 Protection against accidental operation
In addition to the use of the frangible element other means of protection may be used, e.g. a transparent flap.
Where used, the protection shall be easily and immediately removable and shall have clear instructions for its
removal in order to operate the manual call point.
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With the protection in place, the appearance of the manual call point, the instructions for its operation and the
state of the manual call point in the normal and alarm condition shall be clearly visible.
4.5.5 Environment category
The environment category (i.e. indoor or outdoor use, special environmental conditions) of the manual call point
shall be specified by the manufacturer.
The manual call point shall be tested in accordance with the specified environmental category as given in the
test schedule in Table 2.
4.6 Additional requirements for software controlled manual call points
4.6.1 General
For manual call points which rely on software control in order to fulfil the requirements of this standard, the
requirements of 4.8.2, 4.8.3 and 4.8.4 shall be met.
4.6.2 Software documentation
4.6.2.1 Documentation which gives an overview of the software design shall be prepared and submitted
for testing, together with the MCP. This documentation shall be in sufficient detail for the design to be
inspected for compliance with this standard and shall include at least the following:
a) a functional description of the main program flow (e.g. as a flow diagram or structogram) including:
1) a brief description of the modules and the functions that they perform;
2) the way in which the modules interact;
3) the overall hierarchy of the program;
4) the way in which the software interacts with the hardware of the manual call point;
5) the way in which the modules are called, including any interrupt processing.
b) a description of which areas of memory are used for the various purposes (e.g. the program, site specific
data and running data);
c) a designation, by which the software and its version can be uniquely identified.
4.6.2.2 The manufacturer shall have available detailed design documentation, which only needs to be
provided if required by the testing authority. It shall comprise at least the following:
a) an overview of the whole system configuration, including all software and hardware components;
b) a description of each module of the program, containing at least:
1) the name of the module;
2) a description of the tasks performed;
3) a description of the interfaces, including the type of data transfer, the valid data range and the
checking for valid data.
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c) full source code listings, as hard copy or in machine-readable form (e.g. ASCII-code), including all global
and local variables, constants and labels used, and sufficient comment for the program flow to be
recognised;
d) details of any software tools used in the design and implementation phase (e.g. CASE-tools, compilers).
4.6.3 Software design
In order to ensure the reliability of the manual call point, the following requirements for software design shall
apply:
a) the software shall have a modular structure;
b) the design of the interfaces for manually and automatically generated data shall not permit invalid data to
cause error in the program operation;
c) the software shall be designed to avoid the occurrence of deadlock of the programme flow.
4.6.4 The storage of programs and data
The program necessary to comply with this standard and any preset data, such as manufacturer's settings,
shall be held in non-volatile memory. Writing to areas of memory containing this program and data shall only
be possible by the use of some special tool or code and shall not be possible during normal operation of the
manual call point.
Site-specific data shall be held in memory which will retain data for at least two weeks without external power
to the manual call point, unless provision is made for the automatic renewal of such data, following loss of
power, within 1 h of power being restored.
5 Tests methods
5.1 General
5.1.1 Atmospheric conditions for tests
Unless otherwise stated in a test procedure, the testing shall be carried out after the test specimen has been
allowed to stabilise in the standard atmospheric conditions for testing as described in IEC 60068-1:1994 as
follows:
a) temperature: (15 to 35) °C;
b) relative humidity: (25 to 75) %;
c) air pressure: (86 to 106) kPa.
NOTE If variations in these parameters have a significant effect on a measurement, then such variations should be
kept to a minimum during a series of measurements carried out as part of one test on one specimen.
5.1.2 Operating conditions for tests
If a test method requires a specimen to be operational, then the specimen shall be connected to a suitable
supply and monitoring equipment with characteristics as required by the manufacturer's data. Unless otherwise
specified in the test method, the supply parameters applied to the specimen shall be set within the
manufacturer's specified range(s) and shall remain substantially constant throughout the tests. The value chosen
for each parameter shall normally be the nominal value, or the mean of the specified range. If a test procedure
requires a specimen to be monitored to detect any alarm or fault signals, then connections shall be made to any
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necessary ancillary devices (e.g. through wiring to an end-of-line device for conventional manual call points) to
allow a fault signal to be recognised.
NOTE The details of the supply and monitoring equipment and the alarm criteria used should be given in the test
report.
5.1.3 Mounting arrangements
The specimen shall be mounted by its normal means of attachment in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions. If these instructions describe more than one method of mounting then the method considered to be
most unfavourable shall be chosen for each test.
5.1.4 Tolerances
Unless otherwise stated, the tolerances for the environmental test parameters shall be as given in the basic
reference standards for the test (e.g. the relevant part of IEC 60068).
If a specific tolerance or deviation limit is not specified in a requirement or test procedure, then a deviation limit of
± 5 % shall be applied.
5.1.5 Measurement of response time
Where the release of an alarm signal in the following tests is required, the alarm signal shall be indicated at the
supply and monitoring equipment (see 5.1.2) within a response time of 10 s after the operating element has
been activated.
This response time shall be measured and reported.
5.1.6 Provisions for tests
The following shall be provided for testing compliance with this European Standard:
a) for manual call points that are simple switches or contain simple electronic components:
 8 specimens for indoor use or
 9 specimens for outdoor use;
b) for manual call points with active electronic components:
 13 specimens for indoor use or
 14 specimens for outdoor use;
c) 30 additional frangible elements if replacement of the element to reset the manual call point is necessary;
d) the technical data sheets or specifications according to 4.2.2;
e) additional technical information, if required, e.g. diagrams, design drawings with dimensions, parts lists
and material data.
The specimens submitted shall be representative of the manufacturer's normal production with regard to their
construction and settings.
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5.1.7 Test schedule
The specimens shall be randomly numbered:
a) 1 to 8, if they are for indoor use and are simple switches or contain simple electronic components;
b) 1 to 13, if they are for indoor use and contain active electronic components;
c) to 8 and 14, if they are for outdoor use and are simple switches or contain simple electronic components;
d) 1 to 14, if they are for outdoor use and contain active electronic components
Any change in the number and numbering of specimens, e.g. in line with in Table 2, shall be recorded in the test
report accordingly.
All specimens shall be initially tested in accordance with the test facility test of 5.4 and then be tested in
accordance with Table 2.
Table 2 — Test schedule
Test Number Clause Indoor Outdoor
of number use use
specimen
Variation of supply parameters 2 5.6 x x
Dry heat (operational) 1 5.7 x x
Dry heat (endurance) 1 5.8 - x
Cold (operational) 2 5.9 x x
Damp heat, cyclic (operational) 3 5.10 x x
Damp heat, cyclic (endurance) 3 5.11 - x
Damp heat, steady state (endurance) 4 5.12 x x
SO corrosion (endurance) 5 5.13 x x
Shock (operational) 6 5.14 x x
Impact (operational) 7 5.15 x x
Vibration (operational) 8 5.16 x x
Vibration (endurance) 8 5.17 x x
a
Electromagnetic compatibility (operational) , i.e. 5.18 x x
a) electrostatic discharge b
b) radiated electromagnetic fields b
c) conducted disturbances induced by electromagnetic fields b
d) voltage transient, fast transient bursts
b
e) voltage transient, slow high-energy voltage surge
b
Enclosure protection 14 5.19 - x
a
Test only for manual call points with active electronic components
b
In the interests of test economy, it is permitted to use the same specimen for more than one EMC test. In that case, intermediate
functional test(s) on the specimen(s) used for more than one test may be deleted, and the full functional test conducted at the end of the
sequence of tests. However it should be noted that in the event of a failure, it shall not be possible to identify which test exposure
caused the failure (see EN 50130-4:2011).

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5.2 Operational performance test
5.2.1 Object
To demonstrate that the manual call point is able to withstand small forces to the frangible element without
operation, is able to operate when an appropriate force is applied to the frangible element by the user and that its
reset and test facilities are not impaired.
5.2.2 Test procedure
5.2.2.1 Test for non-operation
5.2.2.1.1 State of the specimen during test
The specimen shall be mounted in accordance with 5.1.3 and connected to a suitable supply and monitoring
equipment as described in 5.1.2.
5.2.2.1.2 Initial state
At the start of the test the specimen shall be in its normal condition.
5.2.2.1.3 Conditioning
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The frangible element shall be subjected to a horizontal force increasing at a rate not exceeding 5 N s until it
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reaches (22,5 ± 2,5) N. This force is maintained for 5 s then released at a rate not exceeding 5 N s . The
position where this force shall be subjected is the centre point between the arrows, see Figures 3c) and 3d).
An example of a suitable test apparatus is shown in Annex B.
5.2.2.1.4 Measurements during testing
The specimen shall be monitored during the test period to detect any alarm or fault signals.
5.2.2.1.5 Final measurements
a) After the force has been released, the frangible element shall be examined;
b) The specimen shall then be tested as described in the test facility test of 5.4.
5.2.2.2 Test for operation
5.2.2.2.1 Conditioning
The frangible element shall be subjected to a horizontal impact within 5 mm of the centre point between the
arrows, see Figures 3c and 3d.
The impact shall be produced by using the test apparatus in accordance with Annex A.
The ball shall strike the specimen once only.
For type B manual call points, the operating element shall then be manually operated.
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5.2.2.2.2 State of the specimen during test
The specimen shall be mounted on the test apparatus (see Annex A) in its normal operating position in
accordance with 5.1.3 and connected to a suitable supply and monitoring equipment as described in 5.1.2.
5.2.2.2.3 Initial state
At the start of the test the specimen shall be in its normal condition.
5.2.2.2.4 Resetting
After operation, the specimen shall be reset to its normal condition by using the reset facility of 4.5.
5.2.2.2.5 Measurements during testing
The specimen shall be monitored during the test and resetting period to detect any alarm or fault signals.
5.2.3 Test requirements
The specimen shall satisfy the following requirements:
a) in the test of 5.2.2.1 the frangible element shall not transfer into the alarm condition and no alarm or fault
signal shall be given, except as required in the test of 5.2.2.1.5 b). In the test of 5.2.2.1.5 b) the specimen
shall comply with the requirements of 5.4.3;
b) for type A - in the test of 5.2.2.2 the frangible element shall transfer into the alarm condition and an alarm
signal shall be given in accordance with 5.1.5. After the specimen has been reset by use of the reset
facility of 4.5 there shall be no alarm or fault signal;
c) for type B - in the test of 5.2.2.2 the frangible element shall transfer into the alarm condition and an alarm
signal shall be given in accordance with 5.1.5 after activation of the operating element. After the
specimen has been reset by use of the reset facility of 4.5 there shall be no alarm or fault signal.
5.3 Function test
5.3.1 Object
To demonstrate the ability of the electrical parts of the manual call point to function correctly.
5.3.2 Test procedure
The test may be performed as described in 5.2.2.2 (test for operation) or using the test facility according to 4.6 or
some other means which activate the operating element.
NOTE This can be parts or combinations of the operational performance test and the test facility test with suitable
modifications to help the test laboratories to carry out the environmental tests.
For the Dry heat (operational) test according to 5.7 and Cold (operational) test according to 5.9, the function
tests during conditioning (see 5.7.2.4 b) and 5.9.2.4 b) respectively), shall use a procedure which does not
result in breakage of the frangible element.
5.3.3 Test requirements
An alarm signal shall be given in accordance with 5.1.5, when the operating element has been activated.
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5.4 Test facility test (operational)
5.4.1 Object
To demonstrate the ability of the test facility (see 4.6) of the manual call point to function correctly.
5.4.2 Test procedure
5.4.2.1 General
The test shall be carried out in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions for routine testing by using the
test facility of 4.6.
5.4.2.2 State of the specimen during test
The specimen shall be mounted in accordance with 5.1.3 and connected to a suitable supply and monitoring
equipment as described in 5.1.2.
5.4.2.3 Measurements during testing
The specimen shall be monitored during the test period to detect any alarm or fault signals.
5.4.3 Test requirements
The following requirements shall be satisfied:
a) an alarm signal shall be given in accordance with 5.1.5, when the test facility has been operated;
b) no fault signal shall be given during the test;
c) when reset in accordance with the manufacturers instructions the specimen shall return to its normal
condition.
5.5 Reliability test (endurance)
5.5.1 Object
To demonstrate the reliability of the operating element.
5.5.2 Test procedure
5.5.2.1 Test apparatus
A suitable method of activating and resetting the operating element shall be used, which for type A simulates the
frangible element’s alarm condition followed by the resetting to its normal condition and for type B activates and
resets the operating element with the frangible element removed.
NOTE If suitable, the test facility of 4.6 can be used for this test.
5.5.2.2 State of the specimen during conditioning
The specimen shall be mounted in accordance with 5.1.3 and connected to a suitable supply and monitoring
equipment as described in 5.1.2. The supply parameters shall be adjusted within the manufacturer's
specifications for conditions most likely to cause failure.
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5.5.2.3 Conditioning
The following severity shall be applied:
The operating element shall be activated and reset 250 times.
5.5.2.4 Final measurements
The following shall apply:
a) the specimen shall be checked visually for any damage;
b) the specimen shall be tested as described in the operational performance test of 5.2.
5.5.3 Test requirements
The following requirements shall be satisfied:
a) there shall be no visible damage to the specimen likely to impair its operation;
b) in the test of 5.5.2.4 b) the specimen shall comply with the requirements of 5.2.3.
5.6 Variation of supply parameters
5.6.1 Objects
To demonstrate that within the manufacturer's specified upper and lower limits of the supply parameters, the
ability of the manual call point to signal an alarm is not unduly dependent on these parameters for correct
operation.
5.6.2 Test procedure
5.6.2.1 State of the specimen during conditioning
The specimen shall be connected to a suitable supply and monitoring equipment as described in 5.1.2.
5.6.2.2 Conditioning
The supply parameters shall be set within the manufacturer’s specifications to the upper limit for a period of
5 min and then to the lower limit for a period of 5 min. The values of the parameters shall be reported.
5.6.2.3 Measurements during conditioning
The following shall apply:
a) the specimen shall be monitored during the conditioning period to detect any alarm or fault signals;
b) at the end of each conditioning period the function test of 5.3 shall be carried out at the upper and lower
limits respectively;
c) the specimen shall be reset after each function test.
5.6.3 Test requirements
The following requirements shall be satisfied:
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a) no alarm or fault signals shall be given during the conditioning period, except as required in the tests of
5.6.2.3 b);
b) in the test of 5.6.2.3 b) the specimen shall comply with the requirements of 5.3.3;
c) after the specimen has been reset there shall be no alarm or fault signal.
5.7 Dry heat (operational)
5.7.1 Object
To demonstrate the ability of the manual call point to function correctly at high ambient temperatures, which may
occur for short periods in the anticipated service environment.
5.7.2 Test procedure
5.7.2.1 Reference
The test app
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