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No Answer/Bad Answer: 4100ES Trouble Code | Fire Alarm Resource Center

No Answer/Bad Answer

trouble

Simplex 4100ES

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What This Code Means

A programmed device is either not responding or is sending invalid data to the panel.

Common Causes

1Device failure
2Incorrect address setting
3Electrical noise on the SLC

Resolution Steps

Inspect the device at the reported address; verify its wiring and replace the device if it is non-responsive.

Manual References(3)

1simplex4100ES Fire Control UnitsDatasheet2025Open

2simplex4100ESProgramming2011Open

3simplex4100ESInstallation2017p. 12Open

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