Kidde Fire Systems 96-FE13MA-001 User's Manual
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1. Waste Disposal Reclaim by distillation or remove to permitted waste facility Dispose of in accordance with all Federal State and local regulations Shipping Information DOT IMO IATA Proper Shipping Name Trifluoromethane Hazard Class 2 2 UN No 1984 DOT IMO Label Nonflammable Gas 3017FR DuPont Page 7 Material Safety Data Sheet TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION Continued Shipping Containers Cylinders Ton Tanks Tank Trucks U S Federal Regulations TSCA Inventory Status Reported Included TITLE III HAZARD CLASSIFICATIONS SECTIONS 311 312 Acute Yes Chronic No Fire No Reactivity No Pressure Yes HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL LISTS SARA Extremely Hazardous Substance No CERCLA Hazardous Substance No SARA Toxic Chemical No NFPA NPCA HMIS NPCA HMIS Rating Health Flammability Reactivity Bon Personal Protection rating to be supplied by user depending on use conditions The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relates only to the specific material designated herein and does not relate to use in combination with any other material or in any process Responsibility for MSDS MSDS Coordinator gt DuPont Fluoroproducts Address Wilmington DE 19898 Telephone 800 441 7515 Indicates updated section 3017FR DuPont Page Material Safety Data Sheet Continued This information is based upon technical information believed to be reliable It is subject to revision as addition2. gas containers see CGA Pamphlet P1 titled Safe Han dling of Compressed Gases in Containers CGA pam phlets may be purchased from the Compressed Gas Association Crystal Sguare Two 1725 Jefferson Davis Highway Arlington VA 22202 1 4 ABOUT THE SYSTEM The FE 13 system is designed for suppression of Class A B and C fires Class A Surface Fires cellulosic material wood pa per etc Class B flammable liquids Class C electrical equipment Because FE 13 poses minimum risk to personnel due to low toxicity it is used extensively where people normally occupy the fire hazard area Examples of typical FE 13 sys tem applications include Industrial high ceiling spaces Locomotives e Mining equipment Offshore oil platforms Oil and Gas processing facilities Pumping stations Refinery control area Note IMPORTANT Per NFPA 2001 FE 13 systems with use concentrations below the No Obeserved Adverse Effect Level NOAEL 30 v v are permitted for use in occupied areas FE 13 systems with use con centrations above the NOAEL are not permitted for use in occupied areas 96 FE13MA 001 15 FE 13 OVERVIEW FE 13 suppression agent is a compound of carbon fluorine and hydrogen trifluoromethane CHF In its normal state FE 13 is a colorless odorless gas which is electrically non conductive The agent is stored as a liquid under pressure When FE 13 is discharged it expands throughout t
3. on the FE 13 cylinder nameplates Review this information semi annu ally or as needed Place this manual in an accessible place near the FE 13 system for ready reference Kidde believes this data to be accurate however it is pub lished and presented without any guarantee or warranty whatsoever Kidde disclaims any liability for the informa tion contained herein by any and all other parties October 2002 NAME OF KIDDE DISTRIBUTOR IS ENTER EMERGENCY NUMBER FOR THE LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT HERE Before handling Kidde products all personnel must be thor oughly trained in the safe handling of the containers as well as in the proper procedures for installation removal filling and connection of other critical devices such as solenoids cable assemblies pressure switches and safety caps READ UNDERSTAND and ALWAYS FOLLOW the opera tion and maintenance manuals owner s manuals service manuals etc that are provided with the individual systems A WARNING Pressurized charged containers are extremely hazardous and if not handled properly are capable of violent discharge This may result in serious bodily injury death and property damage The discharge of clean agent systems to extinguish a fire can result in a potential hazard to personnel from the natural form of the clean agent or from the products of combustion that result from exposure of the agent to the fire or hot sur faces Unnecessary exposure of personne
4. per formed only by qualified and trained personnel in accordance with the information in this manual and Compressed Gas Association pamphlets C 1 C 6 and P 1 C 1 Methods for Hydrostatic Testing of Compressed Gas Cylinders C 6 Standards for Visual Inspection of Compressed Gas Cylinders e P 1 Safe Handling of Compressed Gases In Containers CGA pamphlets are published by the Compressed Gas Association Crystal Square Two 1725 Jefferson Davis Highway Arlington VA 22202 4102 Any questions concerning the information presented in this manual should be addressed to Kidde Fenwal Inc 400 Main Street Ashland MA 01721 Phone 508 881 2000 Fax 508 881 8920 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK TABLE OF CONTENTS FO WO Uria a Installation FORM d MA a Ein dia s uya SUMMAN a e ty tun vii Paragraph Title Page 1 GENERAL INFORMATI ON 5 55 a ecu see ehe apso k kana E 1 1 1 1 Introduction ne E a EM A ajal AAMU VEE NP ee Mal 1 1 1 2 Moving of Containers iii 1 1 1 2 1 Moving Oy Trucks A ee ae aa eee tapa 1 1 1 2 2 Roudh RI and 1178 A a td sic 1 1 1 2 3 MOL a Lian 1 1 1 3 Salely Cap a m kaa dada 1 2 1 4 About the System iiaa aia anne Unen nenn 1 2 1 5 FE T8 OVEIVIeW s Sua A uuu etes au pete 1 2 2 INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE ss U 2 1 2 1 Introduction a el ne dant ant Vaan enn delire tn 2 1 2 2 aaa n 2 1 2 3 Instructions in Gase Of Fires
5. safe use of the eguipment described in this manual A WARNING The warning symbol identifies Immediate hazards and provides specific instructions or procedures which if not correctly followed will result in severe personal injury or death A CAUTION This caution symbol identifies specific instructions or procedures which if not correctly followed could result in minor personal injury or equipment or property damage The following safety precautions should always be followed A WARNING Pressurized charged cylinders are extremely hazardous and if not handled properly are capable of causing bodily injury death or property damage 1 Read and understand this manual and the other documents referenced herein 2 The valve outlet safety cap and the actuation port protection cap MUST be installed on the cylinder valve at all times and only removed when performing charging testing or salvaging operations in accordance with the procedures contained in this manual 3 Wear safety glasses when working with pressurized cylinders and charging equipment 4 Make sure that all control heads pressure operated control heads or other type of actuation devices have been removed from the cylinder valves Ensure the protection caps are installed before performing any charging leak tests or salvage operations Don t get careless Never assume a cylinder is empty Treat all cylinders as if they are fully charged Smoking is prohibited in FE 13 fill and
6. 75 46 7 Formula CHF3 CAS Name Trifluoromethane Company Identification MANUFACTURER DISTRIBUTOR DuPont Fluoroproducts 1007 Market Street Wilmington DE 19898 PHONE NUMBERS Product Information 1 800 441 7515 outside the U S 302 774 1000 Transport Emergency CHEMTREC 1 800 424 9300 outside U S 703 527 3887 Medical Emergency 1 800 441 3637 outside the U S 302 774 1000 Components Material CAS Number METHANE TRIFLUORO 75 46 7 100 Potential Health Effects Inhalation of high concentrations of vapor is harmful and may cause heart irregularities unconsciousness or death Intentional misuse or deliberate inhalation may cause death without warning Vapor reduces oxygen available for breathing and is heavier than air Liguid contact can cause frostbite HUMAN HEALTH EFFECTS Overexposure by inhalation may include nonspecific discomfort such as nausea headache or weakness temporary nervous system depression with anesthetic effects such as dizziness headache confusion incoordination and loss of consciousness or with gross overexposure gt 20 possibly 3017FR DuPont Page 2 Material Safety Data Sheet HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Continued temporary alteration of the heart s electrical activity with irregular pulse palpitations or inadequate circulation Individuals with preexisting diseases of the central nervous or cardiovascular system may have increased susceptibility to the toxicity of exces
7. ED WARRANTY which among other things EXCLUDES warranties of MERCHANTABILITY and FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE and liability for CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES please read the entire LIMITED WARRANTY on the Kidde Fenwal Quotation Acceptance of Order and or Original Invoice which will become part of your sales agreement Please contact Kidde Fenwal directly for a return material authorization RMA number before returning material to the factory at Ashland Massachusetts shipment prepaid Kidde Fenwal will repair or replace and ship prepaid Kidde is a registered trademark of Kidde Fenwal Inc FE 13 is a trademark of DuPont va These instructions do not purport to cover all the details or variations in the equipment AN described nor do they provide for every possible contingency to be met in connection r e ys e S with installation operation and maintenance All specifications subject to change without notice Should further information be desired or should particular problems arise which 400 Main Street are not covered sufficiently for the purchaser s purposes the matter should be referred Ashland MA 01721 USA to KIDDE FENWAL INC Ashland Masssachusetts Tel 508 881 2000 Fax 508 881 8920 06 236168 001 Rev AA 2002 Kidde Fenwal Inc Printed in USA http www kiddefiresystems com
8. P N 96 FE13MA 001 October 2002 FE 13 Fire Suppression Systems Owner s Manual LISTED Listing File No EX 4 UL 674 A amp Kidde Fire Systems P N 96 FE13MA 001 October 2002 FE 13 Fire Suppression Systems Owner s Manual THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK FOREWORD This manual is written for those who own or are responsible for Kidde FE 137M Fire Suppression System cylinders IMPORTANT Kidde assumes no responsibility for the application of any systems other than those addressed in this manual The technical data contained herein is limited strictly for information purposes only Kidde believes this data to be accurate but itis published and presented without any guarantee or warranty whatsoever Kidde disclaims any liability for any use that may be made of the data and information contained herein by any and all other parties Kidde FE 13 Fire Series Fire Suppression Systems are to be designed installed inspected maintained tested and recharged by qualified trained personnel in accordance with the following Standard of the National Fire Protection Association No 2001 titled Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems All instructions limitations etc contained in this manual P N 96 FE13MA 000 and or 96 FE13MA 002 All information contained on the system container nameplate s Storage handling transportation service maintenance recharge and test of agent storage containers shall be
9. al knowledge and experience is gained End of MSDS 8 TECHNICAL MANUAL USER FEEDBACK FORM Use this report to indicate deficiencies user remarks and recommendations relating to the publication Fold on dotted line tape and mail to KIDDE FENWAL Inc 400 Main Street Ashland MA 01721 Attn Documentation Manager or FAX to 508 881 8920 DATE 1 PART NUMBER 2 VOLUME NO 3 TITLE NOMENCLATURE 5 SYSTEM EQUIPMENT MANUAL IS O EXCELLENT GOOD A FAIR O POOR 0 COMPLETE OINCOMPLETE 4 CHANGE NO OR REV DATE 6 PRIORITY OF COMMENT 7 USER EVALUATION 8 O PROBLEM O QUESTION SUGGESTION COMMENT check one 9 RECOMMENDED CHANGE TO PUBLICATION PAGE PARAGRAPH LINE TABLE RECOMMENDED CHANGES AND REASON NO NO NO NO Use Blank Continuation Sheets as Reguired 10 ORIGINATOR 11 COMPANY NAME 12 ADDRESS 13 KIDDE FENWAL USE ONLY a Received b Action Necessity c Priority d Comments KIDDE FENWAL Inc 400 Main Street Ashland MA 01721 Attn Documentation Manager LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT Kidde Fenwal Inc represents that this product is free from defects in material and workmanship and it will repair or replace any product or part thereof which proves to be defective in workmanship or material for a period of twelve 12 months from the date of purchase but not to exceed eighteen 18 months after shipment by Kidde Fenwal Inc For a full description of Kidde Fenwal s LIMIT
10. charging areas vii THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK viii FE 13 Fire Suppression System Owner s Manual CHAPTER 1 GENERAL INFORMATION INTRODUCTION This document is provided to instruct and familiarize the owner with the Kidde FE 13 Fire Suppression System This manual covers 1 1 Information about the system How the FE 13 system operates How FE 13 works Installation of the system Instructions in case of fire Post operation instructions Inspection and maintenance of the system Responsibilities and related equipment require ments Additional specifications and documentation IMPORTANT This owner s manual does not cover every detail of step by step installation procedures for the Kidde FE 13 Fire Suppression System Note The system consists of components tested within the limitations defined in the detailed design in stallation operation and maintenance manual P N 96 FE13MA 000 and 002 which is available from Kidde The system designer must be consulted whenever changes are planned for the system or area of protection A certified Kidde distributor must be consulted af ter the system has been discharged The technical data contained herein is limited strictly for informational purposes only A CAUTION It is the owner s responsibility to read this manual and to ensure proper system operation and personnel safety Follow the instructions in this manual and
11. f the hazard area The manual control must be clearly labeled The installer of the FE 13 system should answer any guestions regarding the com ponents and coverage of the system The installer must also demonstrate that the installed sys tem conforms to the reguirements of the Kidde FE 13 De sign Installation Operation and Maintenance Manual P N 96 FE13MA 000 or 002 and the reguirements of the insurance carrier and the Authorities Having Jurisdiction in the area 2 3 INSTRUCTIONS IN CASE OF FIRE 1 Directalloccupants to leave the fire area immediately Note Important Operate the system manually using the manual release if reguired Suspend all operations in the fire area Have someone contact the fire department immediately no matter how small the fire appears to be Post the STREET ADDRESS of the building and the fire department s phone number beside each telephone Be familiar with the location of the nearest fire depart ment from outside Make sure all persons have evacuated the fire area in accordance with individual emergency procedures The remote manual release is a device which works elec trically Follow the instructions on the device i e LIFT COVER PULL DOWN etc Exit the vicinity of the hazard immediately After the fire is suppressed do not re enter the fire area until the fire department arrives and gives approval 2 4 POST OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS After the system has discharged contact
12. he dis tribution piping system and at the nozzle returning to the gaseous state In the proper concentration FE 13 sup presses fire by breaking the chain reaction of the combus tion process FE 13 suppresses flame rapidly helps prevent reignition leaves no residue and reguires no cleanup after discharge FE 13 will decompose upon contact with temperatures greater than approximately 1300 F 700 C Decomposed FE 13 has a sharp acrid odor which is easily recognized even in small amounts Decomposed products including decomposed fuel are toxic and minimized with rapid sup pression of fire FE 13 systems are designed to provide rapid discharge normally 10 seconds or less and flame suppression in order to minimize eguipment damage and reduce danger to personnel October 2002 FE 13 Fire Suppression System Owner s Manual CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE 2 1 INTRODUCTION The FE 137M Fire Suppression System is designed to dis charge a specific amount of FE 13 through nozzles located within the hazard area The amount of FE 13 necessary for the system has been carefully calculated to meet strict re guirements set by Underwriters Laboratories and the Na tional Fire Protection Association Additional reguirements may apply depending upon the application design specifi cations and the Authority Having Jurisdiction Simply the FE 13 Fire Suppression System consists of FE 13container s discharge piping and no
13. hly inspected on a semi an nual basis by a certified Kidde distributor As part of the semi annual inspection the system must be functionally tested per the instructions in the Kidde FE 13 Fire Sup pression System Design Installation Operation and Main tenance Manual P N 96 FE13MA 000 or 002 These instructions call for functional test of the system and verifi cation of the agent quantity in each container Agent will not be discharged as a part of the inspection Semi Annual Inspection For more information regarding inspection and mainte nance contact the Kidde distributor or Kidde directly 2 6 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Portable fire extinguishers are required in addition to the FE 13 system and for areas not protected by the system Consult with the insurance carrier local Authorities Having Jurisdiction and the portable fire extinguisher distributor for sizes types spacing and location requirements 96 FE13MA 001 Read understand and follow the instructions in this manual and on the container nameplates Review these instruc tions with employees semi annually or more frequently Place this manual in an accessible area near the FE 13 system for ready reference Post the name phone number and address of the Kidde distributor near the telephone Also post the emergency telephone number of the fire de partment and the building street address near all telephones If any condition exists which would render the FE 13
14. l either to the natural agent or to the products of decomposition shall be avoided 1 2 1 2 1 MOVING OF CONTAINERS Moving by Trucks Containers must be shipped in the upright position and prop erly secured in place Containers must not be rolled dragged slid or allowed to be slid from tailgates of vehicles A suitable hand truck fork truck roll platform or similar de vice must be used 1 2 2 Rough Handling Containers must not be dropped or permitted to strike vio lently against each other or other surfaces 1 2 3 Storage Containers must be stored standing upright and secured in place 96 FE13MA 001 FE 13 Fire Suppression System Owner s Manual 1 3 SAFETY CAP A WARNING These instructions must be followed in the exact seguence as written to prevent serious injury death and or property damage Each FE 13 container is factory eguipped with a safety cap installed on the container outlet and securely chained to the container to prevent loss This device is a safety feature and will provide controlled safe discharge when installed in the event the container is accidentally actuated The safety cap must be installed on the container outlet AT ALL TIMES except when the containers are connected to the system piping The safety cap is intentionally chained to the container to prevent loss while in service and must not be removed from its chain For additional information on safe handling of compressed
15. l only occur in concentrations of product well above the recommended exposure limits therefore stop all work and ventilate to disperse refrigerant vapors from the work area before using any open flames HFC 23 is not flammable in air at temperatures up to 100 deg C 212 deg F at atmospheric pressure However mixtures of HFC 23 with high concentrations of air at elevated pressure and or temperature can become combustible in the presence of an ignition source 23 can also become combustible in an oxygen enriched environment oxygen concentrations greater than that in air Whether a mixture containing HFC 23 and air or HFC 23 in an oxygen enriched atmosphere become combustible depends on the inter relationship of 1 the temperature 2 the pressure and 3 the proportion of oxygen in the mixture In general HFC 23 should not be allowed to exist with air above atmospheric pressure or at high temperatures or in an oxygen enriched environment For example HFC 23 should NOT be mixed with air under pressure for leak testing or other purposes Extinguishing Media As appropriate for combustibles in area Fire Fighting Instructions Use water spray or fog to cool containers Self contained breathing apparatus SCBA is required if cylinders rupture or release under fire conditions Water runoff should be contained and neutralized prior to release Safeguards Personnel NOTE Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES and HANDLING PERSONNEL
16. released Mechanical ventilation should be used in low or enclosed places Personal Protective Equipment Impervious gloves should be used when handling liquid Chemical splash goggles should be worn when handling liquid Under normal manufacturing conditions no respiratory protection is required when using this product Self contained breathing apparatus SCBA is required if a large spill or release occurs Exposure Guidelines 4 3017FR DuPont Page 5 Material Safety Data Sheet Exposure Limits FE 13 PEL OSHA None Established TLV ACGIH None Established AEL DuPont 1000 ppm 8 amp 12 Hr TWA AEL is DuPont s Acceptable Exposure Limit Where governmentally imposed occupational exposure limits which are lower than the AEL are in effect such limits shall take precedence Physical Data Boiling Point 82 1 C 115 8 Vapor Pressure 686 psig at 25 deg C 77 deg F Vapor Density 2 4 Air 1 Volatiles 100 WT Solubility in Water 0 1 WTS Q 25 C 77 Odor Slight ethereal Form Compressed gas or liguefied gas Color Clear colorless Density 1 44 g cc at 82 deg C 115 7 deg F Chemical Stability Material is stable However avoid open flames and high temperatures Incompatibility with Other Materials Incompatible with alkali or alkaline earth metals powdered Al Zn Be etc Decomposition Decomposition products are hazardous This material can be decomposed by high
17. sections before proceeding with clean up Use appropriate PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean up 3017FR DuPont Page Material Safety Data Sheet ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Continued Accidental Release Measures Material evaporates at atmospheric pressure vaporizes Ventilate area especially low places where heavy vapors might collect Remove open flames Wear self contained breathing apparatus SCBA for large spills or when a release occurs DuPont Fire Emergency Exposure Limits FEEL are established to facilitate the safe release of a fire extinguishant into spaces normally occupied by people to extinguish a fire or prevent an explosion and specify airborne concentrations of brief durations which should not result in permanent adverse health effects or interfere with escape For more information on the applicability of FEEL s contact DuPont The DuPont Fire Emergency Exposure Limit FEEL for this material is 20 v v for up to 15 minutes with a 1 minute not to exceed ceiling of 23 v v Handling Personnel Avoid breathing high concentrations of vapor Avoid contact of liquid with eyes and prolonged skin exposure Use with sufficient ventilation to keep employee exposure below recommended limits Storage Clean dry area Do not heat above 51 7 deg C 125 deg F Engineering Controls Normal ventilation for routine manufacturing procedures is generally adequate Local exhaust should be used when large amounts are
18. sive exposures Eye or skin contact with the liquid may cause frostbite Carcinogenicity Information None of the components present in this material at concentrations equal to or greater than 0 1 are listed by IARC NTP OSHA or ACGIH as a carcinogen First Aid INHALATION Immediately remove to fresh air Keep person calm Call a physician If not breathing give artificial respiration If breathing is difficult give oxygen SKIN CONTACT Flush with water Treat for frostbite if necessary by gently warming affected areas EYE CONTACT In case of liguid contact immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes Call a physician INGESTION Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure Notes to Physicians Because of possible disturbances of cardiac rhythm catecholamine drugs such a epinephrine should be considered only as a last resort in life threatening emergencies Flammable Properties Flash Point No flash point Flammable Limits in air by Volume LEL None per ASTM E681 UEL None per ASTM E681 Autoignition Not determined 3017FR DuPont Page 3 Material Safety Data Sheet FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Continued Fire and Explosion Hazards Containers may rupture under fire conditions Decomposition may occur Contact of welding or soldering torch flame with high concentrations of refrigerant can result in visible changes in the size and color of torch flames This flame effect wil
19. sys tem inoperative or ineffective SUSPEND ALL OPERA TIONS IN THE PROTECTED AREA IMMEDIATELY Have the condition corrected by the Kidde distributor before re suming operations 2 7 ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS AND DOCUMENTATION The system must be designed installed operated and main tained only in accordance with the following documents and specifications Kidde FE 13 Design Installation Operation and Maintenance Manual P N 96 FE13MA 000 or 002 available from the Kidde distributor or Kidde Kidde Fenwal Inc 400 Main Street Ashland MA 01721 Phone 508 881 2000 Fax 508 881 8920 National Fire Protection Association Standard No 2001 current edition available from National Fire Protection Association 1 Batterymarch Park Ouincy MA 02269 Copies of the Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS for FE 13 are available in the back of this manual Appendix A October 2002 FE 13 Fire Suppression System Owner s Manual APPENDIX A MATERIAL SAFETY DATASHEETS October 2002 A 1 96 FE13MA 001 FE 13 Fire Suppression System Owner s Manual THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 96 FE13MA 001 A 2 October 2002 The MSDS format adheres to the standards and regulatory requirements of the United States and may not meet regulatory reguirements in other countries DuPont Page 1 Material Safety Data Sheet FE 13 3017FR Revised 5 0CT 2001 Material Identification Corporate MSDS Number DU001064 CAS Number
20. temperatures open flames glowing metal surfaces etc forming HF COF2 or CO These materials are toxic and irritating Contact should be avoided Polymerization Polymerization will not occur 3017FR DuPont Page 6 Material Safety Data Sheet Animal Data Inhalation 4 hour LC50 gt 663 000 ppm in rats HFC 23 is untested for skin and eye irritancy and for animal sensitization Effects from single high inhalation exposure to HFC 23 include anaesthetic effects and nonspecific effects such as weight loss were observed at concentrations gt 22 No cardiac sensitization was observed in dogs after breathing 800 000 ppm for periods of 5 10 minutes following epinephrine challenge In another test dogs exposed to up to 30 or up to 50 with aditional oxygen had no positive responses No cardiac sensitization occurred in baboons exposed by inhalation to 10 30 50 or 70 HFC 23 before or after an epinephrine challenge there was a dose related decrease in heart rates and differences in respiratory rates during exposure No animal tests are available to define the carcinogenic hazards of HFC 23 The maternal and developmental NOAEL was 50 000 ppm HFC 23 is not considered a unique developmental hazard to the conceptus There were no developmental or reproductive effects Tests have shown that HFC 23 does not produce genetic damage in bacterial or mammalian cell cultures It has not produced genetic damage in tests on animals
21. the Kidde dis tributor to reset and recharge the system Insist that the system be recharged immediately and with the proper type and guantity of agent 96 FE13MA 001 FE 13 Fire Suppression System Owner s Manual 25 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE SYSTEM A CAUTION The owner of the Kidde FE 13 Fire Suppres sion System must comply with these instruc tions Failure to do so may result in inadequate system performance property damage and per sonal injury See Kidde manual 96 FE13MA 000 or 002 for additional inspection information 2 5 1 Monthly 1 Inspect all system components nozzles distribution piping and conduit runs for physical damage and or dis placement 2 Inspect all detectors and control panels for evidence of damage or missing components Have damaged or missing parts replaced immediately contact the Kidde distributor Refer to applicable control panel manual for additional pertinent inspection procedures 3 Inspect each container Container s must not show evi dence of corrosion or damage 4 Inspect remote manual release For electric manual release devices check visually to ensure the device is in the normal or ready position The path to the remote release must be clear and unobstructed If any discrepancies are noted while making this inspec tion SUSPEND ALL OPERATIONS IN THE PROTECTED AREA Contact the Kidde distributor for service and or re pair 2 5 2 The system must be thoroug
22. une 2 ee gi 2 1 2 4 Post Operation Instructions sisi 2 1 2 5 Inspection and Maintenance of the System 2 2 2 5 1 Monthly 22 a a halaq 2 2 2 5 2 Semi Annual Inspection van cites tu dk an jaa anaku aaa a elt 2 2 2 6 Additional Reguirements ss naan 2 2 2 7 Additional Specifications and Documentation maan naa 2 2 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK ATTENTION INSTALLER This form must be signed by the system owner indicating that he she has received a copy of this Owner s Manual P N 96 FE13MA 001 Have the system installer fill out this form Note Retain a copy of this form for your records 1 System Installed 2 Listing of Major System Components 3 Description of Hazard Protected by System Owner or Authorized Representative Date Title THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK vi SAFETY SUMMARY Safety precautions are essential whenever electrical or mechanical eguipment is involved Take precautions when han dling servicing and charging FE 13 fire suppression systems cylinders Using this equipment with the respect and caution demanded will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury If safety precautions are overlooked or ig nored personal injury or property damage may occur The following symbols are used throughout this manual Always heed these precautions They are essential to the
23. zzles Actuation devices electric pneumatic cable or manual Detection alarm devices and control panel The system must be provided with means for manual op eration using one or both of the following UL Listed de vices Electric actuation station Automatic detector control panel required Automatic system operation if provided can be electric using UL Listed heat detectors photoelectric ionization smoke detectors or optical flame detectors An electrical control head is used to open the valve which is part of the agent storage container Pressure from the discharge may be used to open the container valves on additional containers If the system has a control panel refer to the appropriate Kidde control panel manual as applicable 2 2 INSTALLATION The Kidde FE 13 Fire Suppression System must be installed only by an authorized Kidde distributor The system must be installed using genuine Kidde components and installa tion materials in accordance with the Design Installation Operation and Maintenance Manual P N 96 FE13MA 000 or 002 Note Theinstaller must have a current Kidde installation certificate October 2002 2 1 The following items must be checked after the system is installed Allareas requiring protection are protected A means of manually discharging the FE 13 sys tem is provided in a readily accessible location where it can be operated while leaving the vicinity o
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