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Date
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EV-H ANALOGUE ADDRESSABLE
HEAT SENSOR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

LPCB REF: 041h/01 and 041h/02

Quality System Certificate No. 041

Assessed to BS EN ISO 9001:2002

NITTAN (UK) LTD.

Hipley Street, Old Woking, Surrey, England, GU22 9LQ. UK
Tel: +44 (0) 1483 769555 Fax: +44 (0) 1483 756686 Web Site: www.nittan.co.uk E-mail: [email protected]

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evolution.....
The new EV-H advanced analogue addressable heat sensor forms part of a
brand new range of analogue addressable fire sensors from Nittan (UK) Ltd
called evolution-advanced.
The EV-H together with the EV-PH, EV-P, EV-DP and EV-UV are all elegantly
designed, low profile fire sensors which are aesthetically pleasing, thus
enabling them to blend unobtrusively into modern working environments.
The evolution analogue addressable range all feature the very latest
technological advancements such as ASIC design, increasing reliability and
performance.

evolution-advanced...........

NITTAN (UK) LTD - BRINGING STYLE INTO FIRE DETECTION SYSTEMS

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Section 1 - INTRODUCTION

CONTENTS:Section 1

Introduction

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The EV-H is an attractively-styled, low profile heat sensor

for use with Nittan 'evolution' protocol control panels.

Section 2

Sensor Models

- Page 2

EV-H features:

Section 3

Base Models

- Page 2

* Low profile, stylish appearance

Section 4

Installation

- Page 3

* Soft addressing

Section 5

Maintenance &
Cleaning

- Page 3
- Page 4

* Low monitoring current

* Supplied with protective dust cover

Section 6

Specifications

Section 7

Environmental
Parameters:- Temperature
- Humidity

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* Remote indicator output

* Patented OMNIVIEWTM 360o LED fire alarm indicator

* 'Base Control' auxiliary output

Section 8

EMC

- Page 4

* Compatible with STB-4-EV and STB-4SE-EV bases

Section 9

Address Setting

- Page 5

* Non-polarised terminals

Section 10 -

Connections

- Page 6

Section 11 -

Dimensions

- Page 6

* Rate of rise operation for high sensitivity model

EV-H-A1R

Section 12 -

Heat Response Graph - Page 7

* Static operation for high temperature model

EV-H-CS
* Room temperature information can be separately
taken.

Section 2 - SENSOR MODELS

The EV-H heat sensor has two terminals for connection
onto the two wire loop. The remaining terminals provide a
switched current sink function which operates when the
detector goes into alarm condition, suitable for the
operation of an auxiliary function such as a remote
indicator. Terminal 3 (RIL) is limited to 3mA. Terminal 2
(Base Control) is not current limited.

Section 3 - BASE MODELS

A variety of bases are available for use with the EV-H
detectors. It is important to use the correct base for
each application. The available base models are:
i) STB-4-EV base: For standard use with EV-H series
heat detector when auxiliary output not used.
ii) STB-4SE-EV base: Similar to STB-4-EV base, except
deeper.

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Section 4 - INSTALLATION
In normal use, the EV-H heat sensor will be installed at
ceiling level. Pass the field wiring through the cable hole
in the centre and from the rear of the base. Offer up and
affix the base to the ceiling or conduit fitting with screws
via the base mounting holes. Connect the field wiring to
the base terminals, as detailed on page 6 making sure
the wiring does not obstruct fitting of the sensor head.
Fit the heat sensor head by inserting it into the base and
turning clockwise until the notch in the sensor's rim
aligns with base locking screw. The OMNIVIEWTM 360o
LED alarm indicator permits visibilty from any angle.

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Routine Inspection
i) Ensure the sensor head is secure and undamaged.
ii) Check the heat entry apertures are in no way
obstructed.
iii) Ensure that the surface of the sensor's outer cover is
clean. If there are deposits due to the presence of oil
vapour, dust etc, then the sensor should be cleaned in
accordance with the cleaning instructions detailed later in
this manual. It may be advisable to ensure that such
cleaning is conducted regularly in future.

Note: The address must be set before the sensor is

fitted into place.

iv) Ensure that no equipment which may generate excessive heat has been installed in the vicinity of the sensor
since the last routine inspection. If such equipment has
Fit the plastic dust cover supplied over the sensor to
been installed, then you should notify the Fire Safety
keep out dust etc, until the system is commissioned. If Officer or other competent authority that its presence
the dust cover is not fitted and the environment is slightly may cause false alarms.
dusty, such as when building work is being completed,
for example, problems of false alarms are likely to occur Operational Test
unless cleaning of the senso is undertaken. At
The purpose of the Operational Test is to confirm the
commissioning, the dust cover should be removed and
sensors correct operation in response to a heat condidiscarded.
tion.
NOTE: THE PLASTIC DUST COVER MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE SENSOR IN ORDER FOR THE
SENSOR TO FUNCTION CORRECTLY.

Note: When carrying out site testing of Analogue

Addressable Evolution sensors, the CIE shall be set to
test mode prior to beginning the tests.

Section 5 - MAINTENANCE AND

CLEANING

i) Take any necessary precautions at the control panel to

limit the sounding of the alarm sounders/bells and any
fire service summoning device.

Maintenance:
The EV-H sensor is a high quality product engineered for
reliability. In order to obtain optimum performance.
periodic maintenance is required. If proper preventative
maintenance is not carried out, there is a likelihood of
malfunction, including false alarms.
Servicing:
Servicing of the system should be carried out in accordance with the requirements of BS 5839 Part 1, Fire
Detection and Alarm Systems for Buildings: Code of
Practice for System Design, Installation and Servicing.
The maintenance procedures described below, should be
conducted with the following frequency:
One month after installation:

Routine Inspection and

every 3 months
thereafter.

Every 6 months:

Operational Test.

Every 12 months:

Functional Test and

Cleaning.

All above frequencies of maintenance are dependent on

ambient conditions.

ii) Test the sensor with heat from a warm air gun designed for heat sensor testing (e.g. 'No Climb - Solo' heat
sensor tester). Check that the sensor gives an alarm
condition within 10-20 seconds depending upon the
sensor grade and the applied air temperature. Check
that the LED indicator on the sensor illuminates.
N.B. Hot air blowers sold for paint stripping,
soldering pipes etc. generate sufficient heat to
damage the sensor and should not be used for testing
heat sensors.
iii) After the sensor has given the alarm condition, reset
the sensor from the control panel. It may be necessary
to allow a short time to elapse before resetting the
sensor, to allow any residual heat from the test to disperse.
iv) Before proceeding to the next sensor, ensure that
the sensor just tested does not re-operate due to the
presence of residual heat.

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Section 7 - ENVIRONMENTAL
Functional Tests:
The functional test checks the sensors operation. These PARAMETERS
sensors may be returned to our factory for Functional
Temperature Considerations:
Testing.
Over the range from -10 oC to +55 oC
Cleaning:
Note: The sensor head should NOT be disassembled.

Humidity:
Relative Humidity of up to 95%, measured at 50 OC, non
condensing.

i) Carefully remove the heat sensor from its base.

ii) Use a soft, lint-free cloth, moistened with alcohol for
sticky deposits, to clean the plastic cover.

Section 8 - EMC

Installation
The installation shall be in accordance with the
regulations either of the approval body for an approved
iii) Using a soft bristle brush (e.g. an artist's paintbrush) system, or otherwise, to the national code of practice/
carefully brush between the vanes and thermistor in a
regulations for the installation of the fire alarm system,
linear motion away from the apertures on the plastic
e.g. BS 5839 part 1.
case.
iv) Ensure that no debris is left on or around the
thermistor once cleaning is complete.
v) If the unit needs further cleaning or is damaged or
corroded, please return the complete sensor to Nittan
(UK) Ltd. for service.

Section 6 - SPECIFICATIONS
Model Reference:

EV-H-A1R
EV-H-CS

Computer Reference:

EV-H-A1R - F15N82200
EV-H-CS - F15N82201

Sensitivity:

EV-H-A1R: Rate of rise

with 62 oC fixed level.
EV-H-CS: Static 83 oC.

Sensor Type:

Thermistor of low
thermal mass

Operating Current:

200amps
fire alarm (LED on)
5.2mA

Standard:

EN54 Part 5:2000

Mass:

118g (excluding base)

Charging Time:

20 seconds

Ambient Temperature
Range:

-10 oC to +55 oC (A1R)

-10 oC to +80 oC (CS)

IP Rating:

41

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

On a site where there is an unusually high level of
potential electrical interference, e.g. where heavy
currents are being switched or where high levels of R.F.
are prevalent, care then must be taken in the type and
routing of cables. Particular care should be given to the
separation of zone wiring from the cable carrying the
interference.

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Section 9 - ADDRESS SETTING

Insert sensor to be programmed into the base.

Press any key on the keypad to bring the programmer out of Sleep mode, then enter the password
(default is 1111), then press OK.

The menu now shows Enter (selected) and 'New.Pwd.' Use the Right Arrow button (6) to change the
selected operation then press OK.

If 'New.Pwd' is selected then entry of a new password, followed by confirmation of the new password will be
prompted.

If the current password is not to be changed, press OK with Enter selected. The address programmer
will then scan for the attached sensor.

If a sensor is fitted the programmer will report the sensor's current address and its group, then prompt
for the next address to be programmed. The current address can be changed by simply entering a new 3
digit address, then pressing OK.

Once the sensor address has been programmed, the programmer will automatically increment the
address to be programmed by one (1), and prompt for the next sensor to be fitted.

If no detector is fitted, the programmer will report 'No Unit Found, Comm Error 1'. Fit a new sensor and
press OK.

At any time there has been no key pressed for 30 seconds, or no programming operation is being carried
out, the backlight will switch OFF and the programmer will revert to its Sleep mode in order to conserve
battery life.

The programmer has an automatic 'Low Battery' warning, which will appear on the LCD when the unit powers
up. When this appears there is still sufficient charge left in the batteries to program a significant number
of Evolution devices, however the programmer should be recharged as soon as possible.

When the power supply is attached, the programmer will start a Fast charge cycle which will last for
2 hours, then automatically switch to trickle charge. Overnight charging (12 hours) is sufficient to fully recharge the batteries. Fast charge and trickle charge status is indicated by two LEDs.

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Section 10 - CONNECTIONS
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RIL must be LED type

RIL
Max. current through
3 = 3mA @ 24V d.c.

2
+
_

1 6
STB-4-EV base

Base
Control

1 6
STB-4SE-EV base

Auxiliary terminal RIL current limited to 3mA. Base control is not current limited as the auxiliary equipment provides
the limiting. If the +ve supply for the auxiliary equipment is taken from the EV loop, care must be taken to not
cause corruption of the EV protocol by excessive current draw.

Section 11 - DIMENSIONS

15mm

43mm

104mm

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Section 12 - HEAT RESPONSE GRAPH

EV-H Rate of Rise Response (degree C/Min)

20

100

10

90
80

Temperature

70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
0

10

15

20

25

30

Response Time (Minutes)

35

40

45

50

A1R
CS
1deg/m
3deg/m
5deg/m
10deg/m
20deg/m
L Limit A1
U Limit A1
L Limit Others
U Limit Others