| BS5266 recommends a test
procedure, the main points of which are shown below.
DAILY
Check indicator light and
that all maintained luminaries are operating.
MONTHLY
An operational test for a
short period (a maximum of one quarter or the rated duration).
SIX MONTHLY
Test for at least one hour
for 3 hour rated systems.
THREE YEARLY
Test for full duration.
SUBSEQUENTLY
For self contained systems
test yearly for the full duration.
During each test, the lights
should be checked for correct operation. After testing, the supply should
be restored and then checked to ensure the system is charging correctly.
A detailed test schedule
and test reports are listed in BS5266. Test records and log books are available
from TTS Fire & Security Ltd. For maintained luminaries we recommend
that that lamps are routinely replaced after 5000 hours running, or according
to the manufacturer's guidelines.
Note: To comply with the
proposed European regulations, the tests should be monthly and annually,
i.e. a full discharge.
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