The Fike FCP-300 Fire Alarm Control Communicator is an addressable system equipped with a built-in annunciator, facilitating both system management and programming. This troubleshooting guide aims to assist users in identifying and resolving common problems encountered with the FCP-300 panel.

Common faults with the Fike fire alarm system – FCP-300

The following is a list of the common faults with an Fike fire alarm system, including user set-up and programming problems:

• Fike fire alarm system buzzing / beeping: how to stop the buzzer on the Fike alarm – FCP-300
• Fault with zone: how to disable / enable a zone on the Fike fire alarm
• Sounder going off: how to turn off sounder on Fike fire alarm
• False alarming: how to stop a false alarm on the Fike fire alarm, and disable outputs

How do I set the time and date on the FCP-300 panel?

To set/change the time:

• Navigate to the Main Menu and select option 4 for “Set Date and Time.”
• Follow the prompts to make the necessary adjustments in the displayed fields.
• Press ENTER once the date and time are correctly set.

How can I disable or enable a point/zone within the system?

To disable/enable a point/zone:

• Access the Main Menu and choose option 2 for “Point Functions.”
• Select the appropriate sub-option based on your requirement (e.g., Disable/Enable Point – option 7).
• Follow the on-screen instructions to choose the module and point, then use the arrow keys to toggle the point’s status.

How do I view the event history on the FCP-300 panel?

To view the event history:

• Go to the main menu and select option 3 for “Event History.”
• The LCD will display the most recent events, with the ability to scroll through them.
• Note that the panel can store up to 1000 events, and older events may be overwritten as new ones occur.

How can I conduct a fire drill using the FCP-300 panel?

To conduct a fire drill:

• Access the System Tests menu by selecting option 1 from the Main Menu.
• Choose option 1 again for “Fire Drill” and follow the prompts to initiate the drill.
• Press any key to manually end the drill, or it will automatically time out after ten minutes.

How do I conduct an indicator/lamp test on the Fike FCP-300 panel?

To conduct an indicator/lamp test:

• From the Main Menu, select option 1 for “System Tests.”
• Choose option 2 for “Indicator Test” to check annunciator LEDs, PZT, and LCD display.
• Follow the on-screen instructions and observe any indicators of malfunction.

How do I initiate a walk test on the FCP-300 panel?

To initiate a walk test:

• Access the System Tests menu and select option 3 for “Walk Test.”
• Choose the desired walk test mode (with or without reporting) and set the duration.
• Follow the prompts to initiate the walk test, ensuring that no alarms or pre-alarms are active.

How do I conduct a communicator test on the FCP-300 panel?

To conduct a communicator test:

• Navigate to the System Tests menu and select option 5 for “Communicator Test.”
• Follow the on-screen instructions to initiate the test, which communicates through phone lines and Ethernet paths.

How can I silence alarms or troubles on the FCP-300 panel?

To temporarily silence audible alarms and annunciator PZTs,silence alarms, press the “SILENCE” button.

Note that this action does not resolve the underlying issue and may need further attention.

How do I reset alarms on the FCP-300 panel?

To reset the alarm, press the “RESET” button to perform a control panel reset, which clears active alarms. External reset switches can also be used if installed.

How do I mute the internal buzzer on the FCP-300 panel? 

You can mute the internal buzzer by pressing the “SILENCE” button. This action temporarily silences the internal buzzer while addressing the underlying alarm or trouble condition.

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