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Electronic Verifying Switch (E.V.S.) A New Fire Alarm Ancillary Device. Drastically Reduces Time to Complete Annual Fire Alarm Testing. Compatible with ALL Fire Alarm Manufacturers. Watch video link below! https://www.cbc.ca/dragonsden/pitches/verifying-switch Please Select Your Flag For Country Standards ULC Standards NFPA Standards Codes

INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Below are the UL/ULC Listed instructions for utilizing the E.V.S. It’s a good idea to have the device instructions handy, so you can verify how the device is required to be installed. DOWNLOAD: INSTALLATION & OPERATIONING INSTRUCTIONS PDF DOWNLOAD FRENCH: INSTALLATION & OPERATIONING INSTRUCTIONS PDF DOWNLOAD: DATA SHEET FOR SM-001 E.V.S (END OF LINE USE) MANUFACTURERS INFO Manufactured in Canada by: Offside Technologies Corp. ​ Manufacturing Location: 717 Wilson Road South Unit 5, Oshawa, ON L1H 6E9 Email: mark@offsidetechnologies.com Tel: 905-409-2751 ​ Distributer: 717 Wilson Road South Unit 5, Oshawa, ON L1H 6E9 Email: stephen@offsidetechnologies.com Tel: 905-903-5688 AGENCY LISTINGS

Definition of Ancillary Device CAN/ULC - S536-19 3.7 A device which has a life-safety application, and is connected to the fire alarm system, but is not part of the fire alarm system. ​ E.V.S. SM-001 - Approved application is to test specific field devices and system wiring as listed by both UL and ULC. Fault Isolaters End of Line Fixed Temp Heats Wire testing FAQ's Have a question as to what you can or cannot do with the Electronic Verifying Switch (EVS)? See our FAQ section below! Is the Electronic Verifying Switch (EVS) an ancillary device or a fire alarm device? The EVS is 100% an ancillary device. UL/ULC determined and declared it to be an ancillary device, as it does not detect or signal a fire situation, even though it is connected to the fire alarm system. Is replacing an existing end of line plate with an EVS plate considered a modification to your fire alarm system? NO, our EVS is just another plate to mount the circuit resister on. Which is the actual end of line device. Therefore, no modification to system and no permits required as you are not changing devices. If I replace my existing end of line plate with the EVS, am I required to have a third-party verification? NO, you are not modifying your existing system, as you are not changing the end of line resistor which is the device. The EVS is just a holding plate for the resistor. Can the EVS be installed to short test a conventional fixed temp non-restorable heat detector? YES, and it has been approved and listed by UL/ULC to do just that. CAN /ULC-S536 (6.7.1.1) is a visual inspection. Otherwise, you would have to take down every device, every year and check the wiring connections on them as well. Which is not the intent of the code and why, UL/ULC approved the EVS in this application. Does the EVS connect directly onto the conventional fixed temp non-restorable heat? Yes, code requires non-restorable heat detectors to be electrically tested at the wiring connections on the device. UL/ULC has approved and listed the EVS to be directly connected as per our installation instructions. As introducing a simulated short can be done in a verity of ways and because the EVS is a UL/ULC listed ancillary device and NOT a fire alarm device, it is not required to be supervised in this instance. Can the EVS be used to test smoke detectors? 100% NO, smoke detectors must be tested as per proper testing requirements laid out in CAN/ULC-S536. Can the EVS be used to test rate of rise heat detectors? 100% NO, rate of rise heat detectors must be tested as per proper testing methods laid out in CAN/ULC-S536. Is the EVS a fire alarm device? NO, UL/ULC has determined the EVS to be an ancillary device and approved it as an ancillary device. Can the EVS be used to short test fault isolators? Yes, as approved and listed to do so by UL/ULC. The EVS is connected to the isolated side of the fault isolator, allowing for a short to be introduced and confirmed at panel, then you can operate a device on the source side and confirm it’s operation. Can the EVS be used to test sprinkler devices such as flow alarms, low pressure switches or tamper switches? 100% NO, all sprinkler devices must be mechanically tested as required by code. Can the EVS be used to bypass any alarm or supervisory input? No bypassing an input would require a supervisory trouble condition at the panel and proper testing does not allow for a device to be bypassed during testing. Can the EVS be used on an AC amplifier speaker circuit? No, if speaker outputs operate on AC voltage you cannot, as our EVS is only rated for DC voltage. Can the EVS be used on a fire alarm system with a max current of 400mA? Yes, UL/ULC has tested and approved the EVS up to a Max Inrush Current of 1800mA and a Normal Current of 350mA. Both are well above any fire alarm panel requirements. Can I connect an EVS to an unsupervised output? At this time we do not have any listing for this application. However, if you do, make sure you do not exceed the EVS max ratings listed in our instructions. Does the EVS allow me to test the circuit voltage without removing the plate from the wall? Yes, you can simply insert your meter leads into the voltage ports on the front of the EVS plate to get your voltage readings. Why does the EVS only have a maximum voltage rating of 40vDC? 40vDC is the maximum voltage allowed on a low voltage system. Fire alarm systems are classified as low voltage and therefore can not exceed 40vDC. Most fire alarm systems operate between 26 & 28vDC. Which is well below our 40vDC listing. Can the EVS be used to test in-suite isolators? Yes, the EVS is to be installed on the isolated side of the isolator for the in-suite horn. When shorted in a supervisory state or in an alarm condition the isolator will isolate that suite’s horn without affecting the rest of the audibles. In this application the short while in alarm, will not damage our Electronic Verifying switch as the isolator removes the power once shorted. Again, approved and listed by UL/ULC for this test. Note: the EVS just introduces the short, the in-suite isolator (FA device) is what you are testing for proper operation. What other uses can the EVS be used for? During the early days of R&D we submitted potential applications and drawings with UL/ULC with the intent of utilizing the Electronic Verifying Switch for additional testing applications. After review UL/ULC only approved and listed the applications currently in our installation instructions. FAQ

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Advantages for Service Technicians Your End of Line “Open” test made simple and easy. Your End of Line “Ground Fault” testing made simple and easy. Your End of Line “Short” test made simple and easy. Test Fix Temp Heats in just two seconds. Unlike a jumper wire that can come off during your Isolator test, the E.V.S. stays in the short condition allowing you to test your isolator in seconds. You can now do In-suite Isolator testing in seconds Testing of Transponders, Annunciators, Networked Systems, Control Panels, all made easy. With your multi meter you can also test for Voltage, Loop Resistance, OHMS, with our convenient voltage points. E.V.S. can be utilized as a supervised by-pass. Our convenient break-a-way sides make it easy to adjust the face plate size Benefits for Architects, Designers and Engineers Help your customers stay ahead of curve by recommending the latest technology used to test Fire Alarm Systems. Inform your clients how they can prevent damage to their building during their Annual Fire Alarm Inspection every year. Help your clients save on future fire alarm testing and maintenance by installing Electronic Verifying Switches. ​ Benefits for Fire Departments & AHJ Inspection Companies can easily test for you, an open, ground or short. Inspection reports should have Less devices noted as NO ACCESS and skipped every 2nd year. Now fire alarm technicians can easily show you a fault isolator test. E.V.S. gives peace of mind knowing that all devices should be tested every year. Benefits for Service Company’s Show your customers how installing the E.V.S. will limit potential working at heights accidents. The E.V.S. can speed up trouble shooting, thereby saving time and money on service calls. E.V.S. typically takes as long to install as it does to test an EOL . Technicians no longer have to waste time fixing broken wires or ground faults on devices during annual inspections. No more customer complaints about wall damage or dirt on carpet from opening Devices for testing. The E.V.S. is slightly larger than most EOL’s, so there should be no need to repaint after replacing an EOL . Reduce the liability from technicians to your company. Benefits for Building Owners The E.V.S. is tested at UL/ULC for min of 6,000 operations. The E.V.S. is slightly larger than most EOL’s, so there should be no need to touch up walls with paint. The E.V.S. typically takes as long to install as it does to test an existing EOL. Your in-house electricians can usually install the E.V.S., in just a few minutes. Helps Technicians to speed up troubleshooting during service calls. The E.V.S. cannot be accidently tripped by pedestrians/students as you need a testing key Controlling Health & Safety Concerns ​Be proactive, why wait for a workplace accident to happen. No longer risk your Business and/or your workers safety. When you can do the same fire alarm test RISK FREE .

Back End of Lines Please Note: Adopted standards vary from province to province. Please refer to adopted standards within your province. CAN/ULC - S524-14 standard for installation. ​ 10.1.1 -Except as permitted by clause 10.1.2, end-of-line devices for electrical supervision shall be located in a separate enclosure, installed less than 1800mm above-finished floor level measured from the center of the end-of-line device, and located beyond the last device in the circuit or terminated in a control unit or transponder. ​ 10.1.2 - End of Line devices for one field device on a circuit may be located within that field device provided that the end-of-line voltage can be tested. ​ Note: 10.1.2 does not state an exemption for the required height limitations of 1800mm. Even for one device. ​ CAN/ULC - S536-13 Standard for Inspection and Testing ​ 6.7.11.1 Each input circuit end-of-line device shall be tested for open circuit fault, short circuit fault and ground fault conditions. The results shall be recorded in the Individual Inspection Report. ​ 6.7.11.2 Each output circuit end-of-line device shall be tested for open circuit fault, short circuit fault, and ground fault conditions. The results shall be recorded in the Individual Inspection Report. ​ ​ E.V.S. SM-001 - Is designed to replace the existing End of Line plates. Allowing an open, ground and short test to be completed independently, with just the turn of a key. ​ Don't forget to label your new End of Line Test Switch. Back

Back Fault Isolators Please Note: Adopted standards vary from province to province. Please refer to adopted standards within your province. Definition of a fault isolation Module CAN/ULC-S536-13 ​ 3.21 - FAULT ISOLATION MODULE - A device used in data communication links for wire-to-wire short circuit fault protection. ​ CAN/ULC -S524-14 Standard for Installation. ​ 10.2.1.44 - Except as noted in Clause 10.2.1.5 data fault isolators , shall be located in a separate enclosure and installed so as to be visible and accessible at all times. ​ CAN/ULC - S536-13 Standard for inspection and Testing ​ 6.3.1 C - Where power isolation modules are installed in a power distribution riser serving field devices , wiring shall be shorted on the isolated side, annunciation of the fault confirmed, and then a device on the source side shall be operated, and activation confirmed at the control unit or transponder . ​ ​ E.V.S. SM-001 - Is designed to be permanently installed as a test switch on the isolated side of each isolator serving field devices. Test switches may be conveniently installed anywhere, on isolated side. Don't forget to label your EVS test switches. ​ Back

Back Fixed Temp Heat Non-Restorable Please Note: Adopted standards vary from province to province. Please refer to adopted standards within your province. CAN/ULC S536-13 Standard for Inspection and Testing ​ Definition of inspected 3.33 - INSPECT (inspection/inspected ) - A visual examination to determine that the device or system will apparently perform in accordance with its intended function. ​ 6.7.1.1 - Each field device shall be inspected to confirm the following, as applicable: A Free of damage; B Free of foreign substance that inhibits the intended operation of the device; C Mechanically supported independent of wiring; D Protective dust shields or covers removed; and E Correctly Installed ​ 6.7.3.3 - Each Non-restorable heat detector shall have the circuits tested by simulating it's electrical operation at the wiring connection. ​ ​ E.V.S. SM-001 - Is designed to be permanently installed in close proximity to the fixed temp non-restorable heat detector. The E.V.S is directly connected to the heat detector so that a short can be directly introduced via the short on the E.V.S test switch at the wiring connection. ​ Don't forget to label your EVS test switches. Back

Back Wire Supervision Tests Please Note: Adopted standards vary from province to province. Please refer to adopted standards within your province. CAN/ULC S536-13 Standard for Inspection and Testing. ​ Definition of Data Communication Link ​ 3.14 - DATA COMMUNICATION LINK (DCL) - The data channel between the central processing unit (CPU) and the transponders , annunciators , active field devices and supporting field devices of a distributed type control unit or a remote receiving equipment control unit . ​ 6.4.1 - Each annunciator required by the National Building Code of Canada, including each sequential display , where used as an annunciator , shall be inspected and tested to confirm operability including the following functions, as applicable. ​ 6.4.1 G - Input Wiring from control unit or transponder is supervised; ​ 6.6.1. - Each data communicated link (DCL) shall be tested to confirm that a trouble signal is received at the control unit or transponder under an open loop fault. ​ 6.6.3 - Where Fault Isolators in data communication links is provided between control units or transponders and between transponders, introduce a short circuit fault and confirm annunciation of the fault and operation outside the shorted section between each pair of: A Control unit to control unit; B Control unit to transponder , and C Transponder to transponder ​ ​ E.V.S. SM-001 - Is designed to be permanently installed, enabling technicians to perform open, ground or short tests as required, without the potential of damaging costly fire alarm components. ​ Don't forget to label your EVS test switches. Back