Questions and answers specific to the Kidde FX-5.
A NAC trouble on the FX-5 is typically caused by a wiring fault, a programming mismatch, or the circuit being manually disabled. First, check the NAC Trouble...
The FX-5 cabinet fits up to two 7 Ah batteries (Page 109) [1], though some specifications indicate a maximum of 10 Ah can fit inside the enclosure (Page 6)...
To clear a Ground Fault, you must identify and remove the physical short between the panel circuitry and earth ground (Page 2) [1]. The panel will remain in a...
I couldn't find the System Sensor i3 series specifically listed in the provided manuals. To verify if these detectors are compatible, you must refer to the...
To reset the FX-5 panel, ensure all initiating devices are restored to normal and then press the Reset button. The system will return to a normal state...
To program the F-DACT1(F) dialer on an FX-5RD, you must enter a dedicated dialer programming mode using the panel's internal jumpers and keypad. 1. Enter...
To initiate a walk test on the FX-5, ensure the panel has no active alarm or supervisory events, as the test will not operate under those conditions. Use the...
The Kidde FX-5 conventional fire alarm control panel requires a 4.7 kΩ end-of-line resistor (EOLR) for standard Initiating Device Circuits (IDCs) [1]. For IDCs...
To program the NAC outputs on an FX-5, you must navigate to the NAC type option in the panel programming menu and enter the specific value for the desired...
To convert FX-5 IDC zones to Class A, you must pair two adjacent Class B zones into a single Class A circuit through the panel's programming menu. The FX-5...
