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1.01 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes: Carbon Dioxide Fire Suppression System.
B. Related Sections:
1. Section 13900 – Fire Suppression and Supervisory Systems. 2. Section 16720 – Fire Alarm and Detection Systems.
1.02 REFERENCES
A. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):
1. NFPA 12 – Standard on Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems. 2. NFPA 70 – National Electrical Code.
3. NFPA 72 – Standard For Protective Signaling Systems.
B. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) – Fire Protection Equipment Directory. C. Factory Mutual Insurance (FM) Approval Guide.
1.03 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. Design Requirements:
1. Shall be the engineered type.
2. Shall utilize [fixed nozzle agent distribution network.] [hose reel(s).] [combination of both fixed nozzle agent distribution network and hose reel(s).]
3. Shall be capable of automatic detection and [automatic] [remote manual] actuation. 4. Additional equipment shall be available for fuel shut-off where required.
B. Performance Requirements:
1. Shall be capable of extinguishing fire in Class A, B, and C hazards.
2. CO2agent shall dilute oxygen content of protected hazard to a point where it will not support combustion.
3. Detection system shall be tested to applicable FCC Rules and Regulations for Class ‘‘A’’ com- puting devices.
Suitable for hazard areas such as printing presses, vaults, open pits, dip tanks, spray booths, ovens, engine rooms, coating machines, process equipment, hoods and ducts, flammable gas or liquid storage areas, computer rooms/subfloors, generators, and other similar areas.
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C. Quality Control Submittals:
1. Design Data: Submit design calculations under provisions of Section [01300.] [01340.] 2. Manufacturer’s Instructions: Submit manufacturer’s instructions for system maintenance and
recharge under provisions of Section [01300.] [01360.] [01700.] [01730.]
1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Qualifications:
1. Manufacturer: The manufacturer of the system components shall have a minimum of 10 years experience in the manufacture and design of carbon dioxide fire suppression systems and relat- ed fire detection and control equipment.
2. Installer: The installer shall be authorized and trained by manufacturer to design, install, and maintain carbon dioxide fire suppression systems.
B. Regulatory Requirements:
1. Conform to [Applicable] [____________] building code for requirements specified herein. 2. Codes and Permits: Conform to the local code requirements applicable to this section. Obtain
and pay any necessary permits prior to beginning work involved in this section. 3. All system components must be UL listed as part of the manufacturer’s total system. 4. All system components must be approved by Factory Mutual Insurance (FM).
1.06 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
A. Acceptance at Site:
1. Deliver materials to job site in sealed, original containers bearing the manufacturer’s labels. 2. Materials arriving at site without labels, opened, damaged, or containing less material than
specified shall not be accepted for use. B. Storage and Protection:
1. Store, protect, and handle products at site under provisions of Section [01600.] [________.] 2. Materials shall be stored in a well ventilated area at temperatures between 0 °F and 130 °F
(–18 °C and 54 °C).
1.07 PROJECT CONDITIONS
A. Environmental Requirements: 1. Carbon Dioxide System:
a. Total Flood System: 0 °F to 130 °F (–18 °C to 54 °C) ambient temperature range of pro- tected area.
b. Local Application: 32 °F to 120 °F (0 °C to 49 °C) ambient temperature range of protected area.
2. AUTOPULSE®Control System:
a. Indoor application only with 32 °F to 120 °F (0 °C to 49 °C) ambient temperature range.
1.08 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING
A. Coordinate work performed under this section with work specified in Section [13900.] [16720.] [_____________.]
1.09 MAINTENANCE
A. Maintenance Service: Shall be provided by an authorized, factory trained representative in accor- dance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 MANUFACTURER
A. CO2Agent:
1. A clean, dry, non-corrosive, non-damaging, non-deteriorating chemical. B. Cylinder:
1. Constructed, tested, and marked in accordance with applicable Department of Transportation (DOT) and U.S. Bureau of Explosives specifications.
C. Cylinder Assembly:
1. Steel construction with a red enamel or epoxy finish available in five sizes, and equipped with a pressure seat-type CV90 valve.
2. Valve constructed of forged brass.
3. Valve contains safety pressure relief device which provides relief at 2650 to 3000 psi (18269 to 20682 kPa).
4. Cylinder charging pressure to be a minimum 850 psi at 70 °F (5861 kPa at 21 °C) with a filling density of not more than 68% of its water capacity.
5. Cylinder shipped with maintenance record card and shipping cap attached.
6. Cylinder serial number, along with the full and empty weight capacities, stamped near neck of cylinder.
D. Electric Actuator:
1. Electrical actuation of agent cylinder to be accomplished by an electric actuator interfaced through compatible control panel by system manufacturer.
2. Actuator capable of being used in hazardous environments where ambient temperature range is between 0 °F and 130 °F (–18 °C and 54 °C). An arming tool is required to reset the electric actuator after operation.
E. Manual/Pneumatic Actuator:
1. Several types of manual/pneumatic actuators available for providing manual/pneumatic actua- tion of cylinder valve. Manual actuation accomplished by pulling hand lever on the actuator. Pneumatic actuation accomplished by a remote pressure device.
F. Detection System:
1. AUTOPULSE Control System used where an automatic electronic control system is required to actuate a fixed carbon dioxide system.
2. Used to operate a single fixed fire suppression or alarm system based on inputs received from fire detection devices.
3. Circuits to be configured using cross, counting, independent or priority-zone concepts. G. Nozzles:
1. Designed to direct discharge of carbon dioxide in a liquid or gaseous state. 2. Orifice size determined by flow rate and system design required.
3. Standard nozzles to be natural brass or painted red. 4. Optional chrome plating available.
5. All nozzles to be corrosion resistant and, if needed, equipped with blow-off caps or sealing discs.
H. Distribution Piping:
1. Meets requirements of ASTM [A53] [A106] specifications.
2. Distribution lines up to 3/4 in. diameter shall be Schedule 40 seamless steel pipe, [black iron.] [galvanized.]
3. Distribution lines greater than 3/4 in. diameter shall be Schedule 80 seamless steel pipe, [black iron.] [galvanized.]
4. For pipe sizes up to 2 in. diameter, Class 300 [malleable] [ductile] iron fittings shall be used. For pipe larger than 2 in. diameter, IPS and forged steel fittings shall be used.
3.02 INSTALLATION
A. The contractor shall install system in accordance with manufacturer’s design, installation, recharge, and maintenance manual.
3.03 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Tests: Field testing of system shall be conducted by personnel authorized and trained by the manufacturer.
3.04 DEMONSTRATION
A. Instruct owner’s personnel in the operation of [equipment] [system] under provisions of Section [01670.] [____________.]
3.05 SCHEDULES
A. System Component: Quality: Location:
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END OF SECTION
Consult with the authority having jurisdiction or other qualified person for a recommended format.
Field testing can be waived by the authority having jurisdiction. Delete Article 3.03 if testing is not required.
ANSUL INCORPORATED, MARINETTE, WI 54143-2542 715-735-7411 Form No. F-90230 ©1991 Ansul Incorporated Litho in U.S.A.