Kidde Engineered Carbon Dioxide User Manual

P/N 81-CO2MAN-001

LISTED

APPROVED

September 2013

Engineered

Carbon Dioxide (CO

Fire Suppression Systems

Design, Installation,

Operation and

Maintenance Manual

)

UL Listing File No. EX 4674

FOREWORD

Note: This Kidde Fire Systems Engineered Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Fire Suppression System Design,

Installation, Operation, and Maintenance manual, P/N 81-CO2MAN-001, is for use only by qualified and factory-trained personnel with working knowledge of applicable standards such as NFPA, as well as a working knowledge of Kidde Fire Systems Engineered Carbon Dioxide (CO

) Fire Suppression

System. Kidde Fire Systems does not authorize or recommend use of this Manual by others.

The data contained herein is provided by Kidde Fire Systems as a guide only. It is not intended to be all inclusive and should not be substituted for professional judgement. Kidde Fire Systems believes the data to be accurate, but this data is provided without guarantee or warranty to its accuracy or completeness.

Any questions concerning the information presented in this manual should be addressed to: Kidde Fire Systems

400 Main Street Ashland, MA 01721 Phone: (508) 881-2000 Toll Free: (800) 872-6527 Fax: (508) 881-8920

TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS

ABS: Absolute N.C.: Normally Closed ADA: Americans with Disabilities Act NFPA: National Fire Protection 

Association AH: Ampere Hour N.O.: Normally Open AWG: American Wire Gauge N

BIL: Basic Installation Level P/N: Part Number C: Common PED:

CFM: Cubic Feet per Minute TC: Transport Canada

: Carbon Dioxide TCF: Temperature Correction Factor

DC: Direct Current TPED:

Nitrogen

Pressure Equipment Directive

Transportable Pressure Equipment Direc-

tive

DOT: Department of Transportation UL/ULI: Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. FM: Factory Mutual ULC: Underwriters Laboratories of Canada H20: Water V: Volts

HVAC: Heating, Venting and Air 

Conditioning Hz: Hertz (Frequency) Vdc: Volts DC mA: Milliamperes

Vac: Volts AC

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS

Hard copies of the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are not included with this manual. The latest version of the MSDS you are searching for can be found online at the Kidde Fire Systems website (www.kiddefiresystems.com). Use the built-in navigation links to view the desired sheet.

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SAFETY SUMMARY

The Kidde Fire Systems Engineered Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Fire Suppression System, uses pressurized equipment, and therefore you MUST notify personnel responsible or who may come into contact with the Engineered Carbon Dioxide (CO handling, installation, maintenance, or use of this equipment.

Fire suppression service personnel must be thoroughly trained by you in the proper handling, installation, service and use of the equipment in compliance with applicable regulations and codes and following the instructions in this manual, any Safety Bulletins and also the cylinder nameplate.

Kidde Fire Systems has provided warnings and cautions at a number of locations throughout this manual. These warnings and cautions are not comprehensive, but provide a good guide as to where caution is required. These warnings and cautions are to be adhered to at all times. Failure to do so may result in serious injury.

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for nitrogen and CO should ensure your personnel are familiar with the information contained in these sheets.

) Fire Suppression System, of the dangers associated with the improper

are available from Kidde Fire Systems. You

DEFINITIONS

WARNING

CAUTION

WARNING

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death, serious bodily injury and/or property damage.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in property or equipment damage.

SUBJECT: SPECIFIC HAZARD

Because carbon dioxide reduces the available oxygen in the atmosphere, it will not support life. Care must be taken, and appropriate alarms shall be used, to ensure that all personnel are evacuated from the protected space prior to discharging the system. Suitable warning signs must be prominently displayed in clear view at the point of entry into the protected area to alert people to the asphyxiation properties of carbon dioxide.

PROCEDURES FOR SAFELY HANDLING CYLINDERS

Pressurized (charged) cylinders are extremely hazardous and if not handled properly are capable of violent discharge. This may result in serious bodily injury, death and property damage.

Before handling Kidde Fire Systems products, all personnel must be thoroughly trained in the safe handl ing of the containers as well as in the proper procedures for installation, removal, filling, and connection of other critical devices, such as flex hoses, control heads, discharge heads, and anti-recoil devices.

READ, UNDERSTAND and ALWAYS FOLLOW the operation and maintenance manuals, owners manuals, service manuals, etc., that are provided with the individual systems.

The following safety procedures are minimal standards that must be adhered to at all times. These are not intended to be all inclusiv e.

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Moving Cylinders: Cylinders must be shipped compactly in the upright position, and properly secured in place. Cylinders must not be rolled, dragged or slid, nor allowed to be slid from tailgates of vehicles. A suitable hand truck, fork truck, roll platform or similar device must be used while maintaining properl y secured cylinders at all times.

Rough Handling: Cylinders must not be dropped or permitted to strike violently against each other or other surfaces.

Storage: Cylinders must be properly secured and safely stored in an upright position and in accordance with any applicable regulation, rule or law. Safe storage must include some protections from tipping or being knocked over.

Nothing in this manual is intended as a substitution for professional judgment and will not serve to absolve any professional from acting in a manner contrary to applicable professional standards.

For additional information on safe handling of compressed gas cylinders, see CGA Pamphlet P-1 titled “Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Containers”. CGA pamphlets may be purchased from The Compressed Gas Association, 14501 George Carter Way, Suite 103, Chantilly VA 20151-292 or from their website

www.cganet.com

SUBJECT: PROCEDURES FOR SAFELY HANDLING PRESSURIZED CYLINDERS

WARNING

THESE INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE FOLLOWED IN THE EXACT SEQUENCE AS WRITTEN TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY, DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

Shipping Cap

1. Each cylinder is factory equipped with a shipping cap over the cylinder valve connected to the cylinder collar. The shipping cap is a safety device and will provide a controlled safe discharge when installed if the cylinder is actuated accidentally.

2. AT ALL TIMES, the shipping cap must be securely installed over the cylinder valve and the actuation port protection cap shall be attached unless the cylinders are connected into the system pipi ng during filling or performing testing.

Protection Cap

A protection cap is factory installed on the actuation port and securely chained to the valve to prevent loss. The cap is attached to the actuation port to prevent tampering or depression of the actuating pin. No attachments (control head, pressure control head) are to be connected to the actuation port during shipment, storage, or handling.

Pressurized (charged) cylinders are extremely hazardous and if not handled properly are capable of violent discharge. This will result in serious bodily injury, death and property damage.

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Installation

THIS SEQUENCE FOR CYLINDER INSTAL L A T ION MUST BE FOLLOWED AT ALL TIMES:

1. Position cylinder(s) in designed location and secure with cylinder bracket(s).

2. Remove safety (shipping) cap and actuation port protection cap.

3. Attach flex loops or swivel adapter to discharge heads. Connect assembly to system piping. Then  attach assembly to cylinders.

Flex hoses/swivel adapters must always be connected to the system piping and

WARNING

4. Verify control head(s) are in the set position.

to the discharge heads before attaching the discharge heads to the cylinder valves in order to prevent injury in the event of inadvertent carbon dioxide discharge.

WARNING

5. Install control head(s) on cylinder(s).

Removal From Service

1. Remove control head(s) from cylinder(s).

2. Remove discharge head from each cylinder valve.

3. Attach safety (shipping) protection cap and actuation port protection cap to each cylinder.

WARNING

4. Remove cylinder from bracketing and properly secure to hand truck. Properly secure each cylinder for transport. Repeat for remaining cylinders.

Control heads must be in the set position before attaching to the cylinder actuation port in order to prevent accidental discharge.

Do not remove the cylinder from the bracketing if the safety and protection caps are missing. Obtain a new safety (shipping) cap from a local gas supplier. Obtain a new actuation port protection cap from Kidde Fire Systems.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Foreword.......................................................................................................i

Terms and Abbreviations .................................................................................i

Material Safety Data Sheets .............................................................................i

Safety Summary.............................................................................................iii

Definitions .....................................................................................................iii

Subject: Specific Hazard..................................................................................iii

CHAPTER 1 GENERAL INFORMATION

1-1 Introduction.........................................................................................1-1

1-2 Classification of Fire ..............................................................................1-1

1-3 General Characteristics of the System.................................................. .... 1-1

1-4 System Description ...............................................................................1-2

1-5 Type of Suppression System................................................................... 1-2

1-5.1 Total Flooding.......................................................................................1-2

1-5.2 Local Application................................................................................... 1-2

1-6 General System Requirements................................................. ...............1-3

1-6.1 Safeguards ..........................................................................................1-3

1-6.1.1 Adequate Path of Egress ........................................................................1-3

1-6.1.2 Warning Signs and Personnel Education...................................................1-3

1-6.1.3 Pre-Discharge Time Delays and Alarms ....................................................1-4

1-6.1.4 Stop Valves and Lockout Valves.............................................................. 1-4

1-6.1.5 Post-Release Warnings and Procedures....................................................1-5

1-6.2 Storage ...............................................................................................1-5

1-6.3 Discharge Characteristics.......................................................................1-5

1-6.4 Actuation Methods ................................................................................1-6

1-7 Applications .........................................................................................1-6

1-8 Extinguishing Properties of Carbon Dioxide............................................... 1-7

1-9 Physical Properties of Carbon Dioxide ......................................................1-7

1-10 Clean-up..............................................................................................1-8

CHAPTER 2 COMPONENT DESCRIPTIONS

2-1 Fire Suppression System Components .....................................................2-1

2-2 CO2 Storage ........................................................................................2-1

2-2.1 Cylinder and Valve Assemblies................................... .............................2-1

2-2.1.1 Valves.................................................................................................2-4

2-2.1.2 Cylinder Filling .....................................................................................2-5

2-2.2 Discharge Heads...................................................................................2-7

2-2.2.1 Plain-nut Discharge Head.......................................................................2-7

2-2.2.2 Grooved-nut Discharge Head.................................................................. 2-8

2-2.3 Flexible Hoses ......................................................................................2-11

2-2.4 Swivel Adapter ..................................................................................... 2-12

2-2.5 Manifold “Y” Fitting................................................................................2-12

2-2.6 Cylinder Mounting Hardware...................................................... .............2-13

2-2.6.1 Single or Double Cylinder Arrangements ..................................................2-13

2-2.6.1.1 Single Cylinder Straps. ..........................................................................2-13

2-2.6.1.2 Double Cylinder Straps ............................................................. .............2-14

2-2.6.2 Multiple Cylinder Arrangements .............................................................2-15

2-2.6.2.1 Cylinder Rack and Framing, Example Arrangement....................... .............2-16

2-3 Actuation Components...........................................................................2-19

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2-3.1 Lever-Operated Control Head ....................................................... .......... 2-19

2-3.2 Cable-Operated Control Head ................................................................. 2-20

2-3.3 Manual Control Equipment ..................................................................... 2-21

2-3.3.1 Mechanical Pull Box............................................................................... 2-22

2-3.3.2 Mechanical Pull Box Z-Bracket ................................................................ 2-22

2-3.3.3 Corner Pulleys...................................................................................... 2-23

2-3.3.4 Tee Pulley............................................................................................ 2-23

2-3.3.5 Adapter............................................................................................... 2-24

2-3.3.6 Cable Housing ...................................................................................... 2-24

2-3.3.7 Dual Pull Mechanism ............................................................................. 2-25

2-3.3.8 Dual Pull Equalizer ................................................................................ 2-26

2-3.3.9 1/16-inch Pull Cable ............................................................................. 2-26

2-3.4 Electric Control Heads ...........................................................................2-27

2-3.4.1 Electric Control Heads ...........................................................................2-27

2-3.4.2 Electric and Cable-Operated Control Heads...............................................2-28

2-3.4.3 Explosion Proof Electric and Cable Operated Control Heads......................... 2-29

2-3.5 Pneumatic Control Heads ....................................................................... 2-30

2-3.5.1 Tandem Pneumatic Control Head ............................................................ 2-31

2-3.6 Components for Pneumatic Actuation Systems.......................................... 2-32

2-3.6.1 Pneumatic Cable Housing....................................................................... 2-32

2-3.6.2 Heat Actuated Detector .........................................................................2-33

2-3.6.3 Heat Collector ...................................................................................... 2-34

2-3.6.4 Vents .................................................................................................. 2-35

2-3.6.5 1/8-inch Copper Tubing ......................................................................... 2-36

2-3.6.5.1 Fittings................................................................................................ 2-36

2-3.6.5.2 Rubber Grommet.................................................................................. 2-37

2-3.6.6 3/16-inch Copper Tubing ....................................................................... 2-37

2-3.7 Pressure Operated Control Heads............................................................ 2-37

2-3.7.1 Pressure Operated Control Head ............................................................. 2-37

2-3.7.2 Lever and Pressure Operated Control Head...............................................2-38

2-3.7.3 Stackable Pressure Operated Control Head............................................... 2-39

2-3.8 Components for Pressure Operated Actuation Systems...............................2-40

2-3.8.1 Nitrogen Pilot Cylinder and Bracket .........................................................2-40

2-3.8.1.1 Nitrogen Pilot Cylinder, 108 cu. in. .......................................................... 2-40

2-3.8.1.2 Nitrogen Pilot Cylinder, 1040 cu. in. ........................................................ 2-40

2-3.8.1.3 Nitrogen Pilot Cylinder, 2300 cu. in. ........................................................ 2-41

2-3.8.2 Actuation Hose.................................................. ................................. ..2-41

2-3.8.3 Fittings................................................................................................ 2-41

2-4 Check Valves........................................................................................ 2-42

2-4.1 Check Valves (1/4-inch through 3/8-inch)................................................ 2-42

2-4.2 Check Valves (1/2-inch through 2-inch)................................................... 2-43

2-4.3 Check Valves (2 1/2-inch through 3-inch) ................................................ 2-44

2-4.3.1 2 1/2-inch Welding Neck Flange......................................... ..................... 2-45

2-4.3.2 3-inch Welding Neck Flange ................................................................... 2-45

2-4.3.3 3-Inch Flange Gasket ............................................................................2-45

2-4.3.4 Nuts and Bolts......................................................................................2-45

2-5 Directional (Stop) Valves .................................. ..................................... 2-46

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2-5.1 Directional (Stop) Valves (1/2-inch through 2-inch)...................................2-46

2-5.2 Directional (Stop) Valves (2 1/2-inch through 4-inch)................................2-47

2-5.2.1 2 1/2-inch and 3-inch Valves..................................................................2-47

2-5.2.2 4-inch Valve....................................................................... ..................2-48

2-5.2.3 4-inch Flange ....................................................................................... 2-48

2-5.2.4 4-inch Gasket.................................... ................................. ..................2-48

2-5.2.5 Nuts and Bolts......................................................................................2-48

2-6 Lockout Valves ..................................................................................... 2-49

2-6.1 Lockout Valves without Limit Switches.....................................................2-49

2-6.2 Lockout Valves with Limit Switches.......................................................... 2-51

2-6.3 Lockout Valve with Explosion Proof Limit Switches..................................... 2-52

2-6.4 CO2 System Lockout Valve Operational Sign.............................................2-53

2-7 Discharge Nozzles.................................................................................2-53

2-7.1 Multijet Nozzle, Type S ..........................................................................2-53

2-7.1.1 Flanged Nozzle Mounting Kit, Type S Nozzle .............................................2-56

2-7.1.2 Aluminum Disc .....................................................................................2-59

2-7.1.3 Stainless Steel Disc...............................................................................2-59

2-7.2 Multijet Nozzle, Type M..........................................................................2-59

2-7.3 Vent Nozzle, Type V ..............................................................................2-61

2-7.3.1 Flange and Cover Assembly, Type V Nozzle ..............................................2-62

2-7.4 Multijet Nozzle, Type L......................................... ..................................2-62

2-8 Auxiliary Equipment ............................................ ................................ ..2-63

2-8.1 Pressure Operated Switches ................................................................... 2-64

2-8.2 Pressure Operated Trip..........................................................................2-65

2-8.3 Pneumatic Discharge Delay ............................................ ........................2-66

2-8.4 Pressure Operated Siren ........................................................................ 2-68

2-8.5 Safety Outlet........................................................................................2-69

2-8.6 Discharge Indicator............................................................................... 2-70

2-8.7 Odorizer Assembly ................................................................................2-71

2-8.8 Main to Reserve Transfer Switch .............................................................2-72

2-8.9 Weigh Scale....................................................... ................................ ..2-73

2-8.10 Recharge Adapter .................................................................................2-73

2-8.11 Blow-Off Fixture....................................................................................2-74

2-9 Instruction and Warning Plates ............................................................... 2-74

2-9.1 Main and Reserve Nameplates ................................................................ 2-74

2-9.2 Warning Signs......................................................................................2-75

2-9.2.1 Vacate Warning Sign, P/N 06-231866-851................................................2-75

2-9.2.2 Do Not Enter Warning Sign, P/N 06-231866-852.......................................2-76

2-9.2.3 Odorizer Warning Sign, P/N 06-231866-853.............................................2-76

2-9.2.4 Migration Warning Sign, P/N 06-231866-854............................................ 2-77

2-9.2.5 Storage Warning Sign, P/N 06-231866-855..............................................2-77

2-9.2.6 Actuation Warning Sign, P/N 06-231866-856............................................2-78

2-10 Hose Reel and Rack Systems.................................................................. 2-78

CHAPTER 3 DESIGN

3-1 Introduction.........................................................................................3-1

3-2 Hazard Survey, Definition and Analysis.................................................... 3-1

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3-3 Design for Safety.................................................................................. 3-2

3-4 Applications ......................................................................................... 3-2

3-4.1 Total Flooding System ........................................................................... 3-2

3-4.2 Local Application System .......................................................................3-3

3-4.3 Hand Hose Line Systems........................................................................3-3

3-5 Total Flooding Systems.......................................................................... 3-3

3-5.1 Introduction.........................................................................................3-3

3-5.1.1 Enclosure............................................................................................. 3-3

3-5.1.2 Ventilation ........................................................................................... 3-4

3-5.1.3 Interlocks ............................................................................................ 3-4

3-5.1.4 Interconnected Volumes ........................................................................ 3-4

3-5.2 Calculations for Surface Fires..................................................................3-4

3-5.2.1 Extinguishing Concentrations.................................................................. 3-4

3-5.2.2 Basic Total Flooding Quantity.................................................................. 3-6

3-5.2.2.1 Ducts and Covered Trenches ..................................................................3-7

3-5.2.3 Material Conversion Factor.....................................................................3-8

3-5.2.4 Special Conditions................................................................................. 3-10

3-5.2.4.1 Uncloseable Openings............................................................................3-10

3-5.2.4.2 Forced Ventilation................................................................................. 3-13

3-5.2.4.3 Extreme Temperatures.......................................................................... 3-14

3-5.2.5 Discharge Rates.................................................................................... 3-17

3-5.3 Calculations for Deep-Seated Fires.......................................................... 3-19

3-5.3.1 Flooding Factors ...................................................................................3-19

3-5.3.2 Special Conditions................................................................................. 3-20

3-5.3.2.1 Uncloseable Openings............................................................................3-21

3-5.3.2.2 Forced Ventilation................................................................................. 3-21

3-5.3.2.3 Extreme Temperatures.......................................................................... 3-21

3-5.3.3 Discharge Rates.................................................................................... 3-21

3-5.4 System Design ..................................................................................... 3-24

3-5.4.1 Occupancy........................................................................................... 3-24

3-5.4.2 Discharge Nozzles.................................................................................3-25

3-5.4.3 Pressure Relief Venting.......................................................................... 3-25

3-6 Local Application Systems......................................................................3-26

3-6.1 Carbon Dioxide Requirements................................................................. 3-26

3-6.1.1 Nozzle Location, Orientation, And Coverage Area ................................. ..... 3-26

3-6.1.2 Rate Of Discharge................................................................................. 3-26

3-6.1.3 Duration Of Liquid Discharge..................................................................3-26

3-6.1.4 Quantity Of Carbon Dioxide.................................................................... 3-27

3-6.2 Rate-by-Area Method ............................................................................ 3-27

3-6.2.1 Overhead Nozzles ................................. ................................................ 3-27

3-6.2.1.1 Nozzle Coverage and Carbon Dioxide Requirements................................... 3-27

3-6.2.1.2 Nozzle Positioning................................................................................. 3-35

3-6.2.2 Tankside Type "L" Nozzle.......................................................................3-36

3-6.2.2.1 Rate for Liquid Surface .......................................................................... 3-36

3-6.2.2.2 Rate for Coated Surface......................................................................... 3-38

3-6.2.2.3 Nozzle Coverage and Carbon Dioxide Requirements................................... 3-40

3-6.3 Rate by Volume Method......................................................................... 3-44

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3-6.3.1 Assumed Enclosure ............................................................................... 3-44

3-6.3.2 Discharge Rate..................................................................................... 3-44

3-6.3.3 Nozzles................................................................................................3-49

3-6.4 Safeguards for Local Application Systems.................................................3-50

3-7 Combination Systems............................................................................3-51

3-8 Multiple Hazard Systems........................................................................3-53

3-9 Pressure Operated Sirens.......................................................................3-54

3-10 Extended Discharge Systems..................................................................3-55

3-10.1 Increased Agent Supply ........................................................................3-55

3-10.2 Secondary System ................................................................................3-55

3-10.3 Common Applications............................................................................3-56

3-10.3.1 Deep-Fat Cookers ......................................... ........................................ 3-56

3-10.3.2 Enclosed Rotating Electrical Equipment.................................................... 3-56

3-10.3.2.1 Recirculating Ventilation.........................................................................3-56

3-10.3.2.2 Dampered, Non-Recirculating Ventilation..................................................3-56

3-11 Agent Storage Banks.............................................................................3-57

3-11.1 Agent Supply........................................................................................3-57

3-11.2 Main and Reserve Supplies.....................................................................3-59

3-11.3 Cylinder Location ..................................................................................3-59

3-11.4 Single and Double Cylinder Arrangements................................................3-60

3-11.5 Multiple Cylinder Arrangements ..............................................................3-60

3-12 Manifold and Pipe Network Design......................................... ..................3-60

3-12.1 Pipe and Fitting Specifications.................................................................3-60

3-12.1.1 Pipe Specifications ................................................................................3-60

3-12.1.2 Fitting Specifications .............................................................................3-61

3-12.1.3 Tubing Specifications................................................................ .............3-61

3-12.1.4 Closed Piping Sections.............................. .............................................3-61

3-12.2 Pipe Size Estimates...............................................................................3-61

3-12.3 Pipe Hangers and Supports ....................................................................3-62

3-12.4 Cylinder Manifolds.................................................................................3-62

3-12.4.1 Manifold arrangements ..........................................................................3-62

3-12.4.1.1 End.....................................................................................................3-62

3-12.4.1.2 Center.................................................................................................3-62

3-12.4.1.3 H........................................................................................................3-63

3-12.4.1.4 Main And Reserve ................................................................................. 3-63

3-12.4.2 Manifold Pipe Selection ..........................................................................3-64

3-12.4.2.1 Single Pipe Size Manifolds......................................................................3-64

3-12.4.2.2 Stepped Pipe Size Manifolds ...................................................................3-64

3-12.4.3 Manifold Objects................................................................................... 3-64

3-12.4.3.1 Safety Outlets ...................................................................................... 3-64

3-12.4.3.2 Discharge Indicators.............................................................................. 3-65

3-12.4.3.3 Lockout Valve.......................................................................................3-65

3-12.4.3.4 Directional (Stop) Valves .......................................................................3-65

3-12.4.3.5 Pneumatic Discharge Delays...................................................................3-65

3-12.4.3.6 Pressure Operated Sirens.......................................................................3-66

3-12.4.3.7 Check Valves........................................................................................ 3-67

3-12.4.3.8 Pressure Operated Switches ................................................................... 3-67

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3-12.4.3.9 Odorizers............................................................................................. 3-67

3-12.5 Distribution Networks............................................................................ 3-67

3-12.5.1 Hydraulic Calculations ........................................................................... 3-67

3-12.5.2 Directional Valve Systems...................................................................... 3-68

3-12.5.3 Odorizer Assembly................................................................................3-68

3-12.5.4 Electrical Clearances ............................................. ................................3-68

3-13 Actuation System Design ....................................................................... 3-68

3-13.1 Discharge Heads................................................................................... 3-68

3-13.2 Cylinder Actuation...................................... ........................................... 3-68

3-13.2.1 Actuation With A Control Head................................... .............................3-68

3-13.2.2 Actuation With Manifold Backpressure...................................................... 3-68

3-13.3 Actuation Classifications ...................................................................... ..3-69

3-13.3.1 Automatic............................................................................................3-69

3-13.3.2 Normal Manual..................................................... ................................3-69

3-13.3.3 Emergency Manual........................................................... ..................... 3-70

3-13.4 Control Systems ...................................................................................3-70

3-13.4.1 Lever Operated Actuation....................................................................... 3-70

3-13.4.2 Cable Operated Actuation ...................................................................... 3-70

3-13.4.2.1 Tandem Control Heads .......................................................................... 3-71

3-13.4.2.2 Multiple Pull Stations............................................................................. 3-71

3-13.4.2.3 Multiple Cylinder Banks.......................................................................... 3-71

3-13.4.3 Pneumatic Heat Detector Operated Actuation............................................3-71

3-13.4.3.1 Tandem Control Heads .......................................................................... 3-72

3-13.4.3.2 Main and Reserve System Actuation........................................................ 3-72

3-13.4.4 Electrically Operated Actuation ............................................................... 3-72

3-13.4.5 Nitrogen Pressure Operated Actuation .....................................................3-72

3-13.4.5.1 Direct N2 Operation of CO2 Cylinders and Stop Valves............................... 3-72

3-13.4.5.2 Nitrogen Actuation with In-Line Discharge Delay ....................................... 3-73

3-14 Detection Devices, Alarm Devices And Control Panels ................................ 3-74

3-14.1 Suppression Control Panels ....................................................................3-74

3-14.2 System Power Supply............................................................................3-74

3-14.3 Automatic Detection.............................................................................. 3-75

3-14.4 Manual Controls....................................................................................3-75

3-14.5 Notification .......................................................................................... 3-75

3-14.6 Supervision of Controls.......................................... ................................3-75

3-14.7 Main and Reserve System Actuation........................................................ 3-75

3-15 Auxiliary Equipment and Systems ......................................................... ..3-76

3-15.1 Pressure Operated Switches................................................................... 3-76

3-15.2 Pressure Operated Trips......................................................................... 3-76

3-16 Hand Hose Line Systems........................................................................ 3-77

3-16.1 Uses ...................................................................................................3-79

3-16.2 Safety Requirements............................................................................. 3-79

3-16.3 Location ..............................................................................................3-80

3-16.4 System Design ..................................................................................... 3-80

3-16.4.1 Flow Rate ............................................................................................3-80

3-16.4.2 Minimum Agent Quantity .......................................... .............................3-81

3-16.4.3 Multiple Stations...................................................................................3-82

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3-16.4.4 Carbon Dioxide Supply ................................................ ..........................3-82

3-16.4.5 Actuation............................................................................................. 3-82

CHAPTER 4 INSTALLATION

4-1 Introduction.........................................................................................4-1

4-2 General Installation Requirements........................................................... 4-1

4-3 Installation of Suppression Systems ........................................................4-1

4-3.1 Discharge Pipe and Fittings ....................................................................4-1

4-3.2 Pressure Operated Actuation Pipe, Tubing and Fittings ............................... 4-2

4-3.3 Discharge Manifold................................................................................ 4-4

4-3.4 Manifold “Y” Fitting................................... ................................ .............4-5

4-3.5 Carbon Dioxide Cylinder Assemblies ........................................................4-5

4-3.6 Flexible Discharge Hose to Piping ......................................................... ..4-24

4-3.7 Swivel Adapter to Piping ........................................................................ 4-24

4-3.8 Discharge Head to Cylinder Valve............................................................4-25

4-3.9 Check Valves and Directional (Stop) Valves..............................................4-25

4-3.9.1 2-inch and Smaller Check Valves and Directional (Stop) Valves................... 4-25

4-3.9.2 2-1/2 inch and Larger Check Valves and Directional (Stop) Valves...............4-25

4-3.10 Lockout Valves ..................................................................................... 4-26

4-3.11 Pneumatic Discharge Delay ....................................................................4-26

4-3.12 Discharge Nozzles.................................................................................4-27

4-4 Actuation Systems ................................................................. ...............4-27

4-4.1 Lever Operated Control Head........................................................ .......... 4-27

4-4.2 Cable Operated Actuation System Components.........................................4-27

4-4.3 Cable Operated Control Head..................................................................4-29

4-4.4 Pull Boxes............................................................................................ 4-29

4-4.5 Main to Reserve Transfer Switch .............................................................4-30

4-4.6 Tandem Control Head............................................................................4-31

4-4.7 Electric Control Heads............................................................................4-32

4-4.8 Electric and Cable Operated Control Heads...............................................4-33

4-4.9 Pneumatic Heat Actuated Detection (HAD) System Components..................4-35

4-4.9.1 HAD....................................................................................................4-35

4-4.9.2 Tubing.................................................................................................4-36

4-4.9.3 Manometer Test Procedure.....................................................................4-38

4-4.9.4 Control Head Vent Test.......................................................................... 4-38

4-4.9.4.1 To Test Pneumatic Detectors And/or System Tubing For Tightness............... 4-39

4-4.9.4.2 Other Use For Manometer ......................................................................4-39

4-4.9.5 Heat Collector ...................................................................................... 4-39

4-4.10 Pneumatic Control Head................................................. ........................4-40

4-4.11 Nitrogen Actuation Station .....................................................................4-42

4-4.11.1 Installation of Nitrogen Cylinder, P/N WK-877940-000, and Mounting Bracket, P/N

WK-877845-0004-42

4-4.11.2 Nitrogen Pilot Cylinder Installation, 1040 cu. in. and 2300 cu. in., P/Ns 90-101040-

000 and 90-102300-1004-43

4-4.12 Pressure Operated Control Heads............................................................4-44

4-4.13 Lever and Pressure Operated Control Heads .............................................4-44

4-5 Auxiliary Components............................................................................ 4-45

4-5.1 Pressure Operated Switches ................................................................... 4-45

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4-5.2 Pressure Operated Trip.......................................................................... 4-47

4-5.3 Pressure Operated Sirens....................................................................... 4-48

4-5.3.1 CO2 Pressure Operated Siren ................................................................. 4-48

4-5.3.2 N2 Pressure Operated Siren ................................................................... 4-49

4-5.4 Odorizer .............................................................................................. 4-50

4-5.5 Safety Outlet........................................................................................ 4-51

4-5.6 Discharge Indicator............................................................................... 4-51

4-6 Hose Reel/Rack .................................................................................... 4-52

4-7 Commissioning The Carbon Dioxide System......................................... ..... 4-55

4-7.1 Pre-Commission Inspection.................................................................... 4-55

4-7.2 Commissioning Procedure ................................... ...................................4-56

4-7.3 Enclosure Inspection .............................................................................4-56

4-7.4 System Inspection ................................................................................4-56

4-7.5 Labeling .............................................................................................. 4-57

4-7.6 Operational Tests of the Individual Components........................................ 4-57

4-7.7 Full Discharge Test................................................................................4-58

4-7.8 Commissioning the System ....................................................................4-58

4-7.9 References and Checklists...................................................................... 4-58

CHAPTER 5 OPERATION

5-1 Introduction.........................................................................................5-1

5-2 Automatic Operation ............................................................................. 5-1

5-3 Manual Operation .................................................................................5-1

5-3.1 Cable Operated Systems ........................................................................ 5-1

5-3.2 Electric Systems ...................................................................................5-1

5-3.3 Systems Equipped with Remote Nitrogen Actuator..................................... 5-2

5-4 Emergency Operation............................ ................................ ................ 5-2

5-4.1 Local Manual Operation - All Systems ...................................................... 5-2

5-5 Hose Reel or Rack Systems.................................................................... 5-3

5-5.1 Remote Manual Operation...................................................................... 5-3

5-5.2 Local Manual Operation ......................................................................... 5-4

5-6 Main and Reserve Systems..................................................................... 5-5

5-7 Lockout Valves ..................................................................................... 5-5

CHAPTER 6 MAINTENANCE

6-1 General ...............................................................................................6-1

6-2 Preventive Maintenance......................................................................... 6-1

6-3 Inspection Procedures - Monthly .............................................................6-2

6-4 Semi-Annual Weighing of CO2 Cylinders .................................................. 6-4

6-4.1 Weighing (using Kidde Fire Systems Weigh Scale)..................................... 6-4

6-4.2 Weighing (without Kidde Fire Systems Weigh Scale).................................. 6-5

6-4.3 Electric Control Head Test......................................................................6-6

6-4.4 Pressure Switch Test.............................................................................6-6

6-4.5 Verify Odorizer Cartridge ....................................................................... 6-7

6-5 Annual Maintenance..............................................................................6-7

6-5.1 Equipment Inspection............................................................................ 6-7

6-5.2 Distribution Piping Blow Out................................................................... 6-7

6-5.3 Complete System Inspection ..................................................................6-7

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6-5.4 Pneumatic Detection System Tests..........................................................6-8

6-5.4.1 Pneumatic Control Head Test - Pressure Setting........................................6-8

6-5.4.2 Control Head Vent Test.......................................................................... 6-9

6-5.4.3 Test for Leakage of System Tubing and Detectors ..................................... 6-9

6-5.4.4 Troubleshooting of Pneumatic Detection System .......................................6-10

6-6 5 Year and 12 Year Inspection and Test Guidelines.................................... 6-10

6-6.1 Carbon Dioxide and Nitrogen Cylinders ....................................................6-10

6-6.1.1 Carbon Dioxide Cylinders ............................... ........................................ 6-11

6-6.1.2 Nitrogen Cylinders ................................................................................ 6-11

6-6.2 Flexible Hoses ......................................................................................6-11

6-6.3 Cleaning..............................................................................................6-11

6-6.4 Nozzle Service......................................................................................6-11

6-7 Repairs................................................................................................ 6-12

6-8 Removal of Cylinders............................................................................. 6-12

6-8.1 CO2 Cylinders ......................................................................................6-12

6-8.2 Nitrogen Pilot Cylinders..........................................................................6-12

6-9 Installation of Cylinders ......................................................................... 6-13

6-9.1 CO2 Cylinders ......................................................................................6-13

6-9.2 Nitrogen Pilot Cylinders..........................................................................6-13

CHAPTER 7 POST-DISCHARGE MAINTENANCE

7-1 General ...............................................................................................7-1

7-2 Post Fire Maintenance....................................................... .....................7-1

7-3 Cylinder Recharge............................................ ..................................... 7-2

7-3.1 Carbon Dioxide Agent............................................................................7-3

7-3.2 CO2 Cylinders ......................................................................................7-3

7-3.2.1 CO2 Cylinder Leak Test..........................................................................7-4

7-4 Nitrogen Pilot Cylinder, 108 CU. IN., Service and Maintenance ....................7-6

7-4.1 Nitrogen Cylinder Replacement...............................................................7-6

7-4.2 Nitrogen Cylinder Recharge....................................................................7-7

7-4.3 Nitrogen Cylinder Installation .................................................................7-7

7-5 Hose Reel or Rack System......................................................................7-8

CHAPTER 8 PARTS LIST

8-1 Parts list.............................................................................................. 8-1

APPENDIX A FORMULA DERIVATIONS

A-1 Theoretical CO2 Extinguishing Concentration for a Total Flooding System..... A-1

A-2 Quantity of CO2 Required for a Total Flooding System Under a Free Efflux Flooding

ConditionA-1

A-3 Derivation of the Material Conversion Factor (MCF)....................................A-2

A-4 Rate of Carbon Dioxide Loss Through an Opening in an Enclosure................A-2

A-5 Discharge Rates for Deep Seated Fires.....................................................A-3

APPENDIX B OBSOLETE EQUIPMENT

B-2 Obsolete Equipment ..............................................................................B-1

B-3 Mercury Check.............................................. ........................................B-1

B-3.1 Description ..........................................................................................B-1

B-3.2 Installation...........................................................................................B-3

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B-4 Pneumatic Transmitter .......................................................... ................B-4

B-4.1 Description ..........................................................................................B-4

B-4.2 Installation ..........................................................................................B-5

B-5 Pneumatic Control Head (1-inch, 40-second).......................... ..................B-6

B-5.1 Description ..........................................................................................B-6

B-5.2 Installation ..........................................................................................B-6

B-6 Pneumatic Main-to-Reserve Valve ...........................................................B-7

B-7 Lockout Valves .....................................................................................B-8

B-7.1 Lockout Valve Installation ......................................................................B-9

B-7.1.1 Stem Seal Adjustment........................................................... ................B-9

B-7.1.2 Wiring Diagram ....................................................................................B-10

B-7.2 Lockout Valves Maintenance...................................................................B-10

B-8 Odorizer, 1.5" NPT Housing and Glass Cartridge........................................B-11

B-8.1 Odorizer Protective Housing ...................................................................B-11

B-8.2 Odorizer Cartridge ................................................................................B-11

B-8.3 Odorizer Installation..............................................................................B-12

B-8.4 Semi-annual Maintenance for Odorizer Cartridge.......................................B-13

B-8.5 Post Discharge Odorizer Maintenance ......................................................B-13

APPENDIX C EUROPEAN EQUIPMENT

C-1 Introduction.........................................................................................C-1

APPENDIX D EQUIVALENT LENGTH

D-1 Valve and Delay Equivalent Length..........................................................D-1

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LIST OF FIGURES

Figure Name Page Number

2-1 25 through 50 lb. Carbon Dioxide Cylinders, Bent Siphon Tube .................................. 2-2

2-2 75 and 100 lb. Carbon Dioxide Cylinder, Straight Siphon Tube................................... 2-3

2-3 I/2-inch Type “I” Cylinder Valve............................................................................. 2-4

2-4 5/8-inch Type “I” Cylinder Valve............................................................................ 2-5

2-5 Pressure vs. Temperature for CO2 Cylinders....................................... .....................2-6

2-6 Discharge Head, Plain Nut.....................................................................................2-7

2-7 Installation of Plain Nut Discharge Head to Cylinder Valve ......................................... 2-8

2-8 Discharge Head, Grooved Nut................................................................................2-9

2-9 Installation of Grooved Nut Discharge Head to Cylinder Valve....................................2-10

2-10 1/2-inch Flex Hose ...............................................................................................2-11

2-11 3/4-inch Flex Hose ...............................................................................................2-11

2-12 Swivel Adapter....................................................................................................2-12

2-13 Manifold “Y” Fitting .............................................................................................. 2-12

2-14 Single Cylinder Straps............................................... ........................................... 2-13

2-15 Double Cylinder Straps.........................................................................................2-14

2-16 Multiple Cylinder Mounting, Arrangement A .............................................................2-15

2-17 Multiple Cylinder Mounting, Arrangement B .............................................................2-15

2-18 Multiple Cylinder Mounting, Arrangement C .............................................................2-16

2-19 Cylinder Rack and Framing, Example Arrangement...................................................2-18

2-20 Lever-Operated Control Head ................................................................................2-20

2-21 Cable-Operated Control Head................................................................................2-21

2-22 Cable-Operated Control Heads in Tandem............................................................... 2-21

2-23 Mechanical Pull Box..............................................................................................2-22

2-24 Mechanical Pull Box Bracket ..................................................................................2-22

2-25 Corner Pulleys.....................................................................................................2-23

2-26 Tee Pulley...........................................................................................................2-24

2-27 EMT Adapter ....................................................................................................... 2-24

2-28 Cable Housing.....................................................................................................2-25

2-29 Dual Pull Mechanism ............................................................................................2-25

2-30 Dual Pull Equalizer...............................................................................................2-26

2-31 Electric Control Head............................................................................................2-27

2-32 Electric Control Head (Cover Removed)...................................................................2-28

2-33 Electric and Cable-Operated Control Head ............................................................... 2-29

2-34 Explosion Proof Electric and Cable Operated Control Head.........................................2-30

2-35 Pneumatic Control Head .................................... ...................................................2-31

2-36 Tandem Pneumatic Control Head ............................................................ ...............2-32

2-37 Pneumatic Cable Housing......................................................................................2-33

2-38 Heat Actuated Detector (HAD), Industrial................................................................2-34

2-39 Heat Collector .....................................................................................................2-35

2-40 Fittings...............................................................................................................2-36

2-41 3/16-inch Pneumatic Tubing..................................................................................2-37

2-42 Pressure Operated Control Head............................................................................2-38

2-43 Lever and Pressure Operated Control Head..............................................................2-39

2-44 Stackable Pressure Operated Control Head....................................................... ....... 2-40

2-45 1/4-inch Actuation Hose ....................................................................................... 2-41

2-46 Fittings...............................................................................................................2-42

2-47 Check Valves (1/4-inch and 3/8-inch).....................................................................2-42

2-48 Check Valves (1/2-inch to 1-1/4-inch)....................................................................2-43

2-49 Check Valves (1-1/2-inch to 2-inch).......................................................................2-44

2-50 Check Valves (2 1/2-inch to 3-inch) .......................................................................2-45

2-51 Directional (Stop) Valves (1/2-inch through 2-inch)..................................................2-46

2-52 Directional (Stop) Valves (2-1/2-inch and 3-inch).....................................................2-47

2-53 Directional (Stop) Valve (4-inch)............................................................................2-48

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Figure Name Page Number

2-54 Lockout Valves without Limit Switches.................................................................... 2-49

2-55 Lockout Valves with Lock......................................................................................2-50

2-56 Lockout Valves with Limit Switches ........................................................................ 2-51

2-57 Lockout Valve with Explosion Proof Limit Switches.................................................... 2-52

2-58 CO2 System Lockout Valve Operational Sign ........................................................... 2-53

2-59 Multijet Nozzle, Type S.........................................................................................2-55

2-60 Multijet Nozzle, Type S Flanged ............................................................. ................ 2-56

2-61 Flanged Nozzle Mounting Kit (Orifice Protection Only) ............................................... 2-57

2-62 Flanged Nozzle Mounting Kit (Duct or Enclosure Mounting)........................................2-58

2-63 Flange Mounting Hole Pattern................................................................................ 2-59

2-64 Multijet Nozzle, Type M......................................................................................... 2-60

2-65 Vent Nozzle, Type V............................................................................................. 2-61

2-66 Flange and Cover Assembly, Type “V” Nozzle...........................................................2-62

2-67 Multijet Nozzle, Type L .............................................. ........................................... 2-63

2-68 Pressure Operated Switch.....................................................................................2-64

2-69 Pressure Operated Switch, Explosion Proof......................................... ..................... 2-65

2-70 Pressure Operated Trip......................................................................................... 2-65

2-71 Pneumatic Discharge Delay...................................................................................2-66

2-72 Pneumatic Discharge Delay, Detail........................... .............................................. 2-67

2-73 Pneumatic Discharge Delay with Manual Control Head ..............................................2-68

2-74 Pressure Operated Siren.......................................................................................2-69

2-75 Safety Outlet ...................................................................................................... 2-70

2-76 Discharge Indicator.............................................................................................. 2-70

2-77 Odorizer Assembly............................................................................................... 2-71

2-78 Main to Reserve Transfer Switch......................... ................................................... 2-72

2-79 Weigh Scale....................................... ................................. ................................2-73

2-80 Charging Adapter................................................................................................. 2-73

2-81 Blow-Off Fixture .................................................................................................. 2-74

2-82 Main and Reserve Nameplates............................................................................... 2-75

2-83 Sign in Every Protected SpaceW ............................................................................ 2-75

2-84 Sign at Every Entrance to Protected SpaceW ........................................... ................ 2-76

2-85 Sign at Every Entrance to Protected Space for Systems with a Wintergreen OdorizerW.. 2-76

2-86 Sign in Every Nearby Space Where CO2 Can Accumulate to Hazardous LevelsW........... 2-77

2-87 Sign Outside Each Entrance to CO2 Storage RoomsW ............................................... 2-77

2-88 Sign at Each Manual Actuation StationW................................................................. 2-78

2-89 Hose-to-Hose Reel Connection............................................................................... 2-79

2-90 Hose-to-Pipe Rack Connection............................................................................... 2-80

2-91 Hose Assembly.................................................................................................... 2-81

2-92 Horn and Valve Assembly ............................................................. ........................ 2-82

2-93 Handle and Horn Clips..........................................................................................2-83

2-94 Model HR-1 Instruction Plate................................................................................. 2-84

3-1 Minimum Design CO2 ConcentrationW.................................................................... 3-8

3-2 Calculated CO2 Loss RateW................................................................................... 3-11

3-3 Nozzle Aiming ..................................................................................................... 3-35

3-4 Partial Enclosure Flow Rate Reduction*......................................... .......................... 3-45

3-5 Nozzle Placement Example................................................................................... 3-50

3-6 Example of an "End" Manifold................................................................................ 3-62

3-7 Example of a "Center" Manifold................... ...........................................................3-63

3-8 Example of an "H" Manifold................................................................................... 3-63

3-9 Example of a "Main and Reserve" "End" Manifold ........................................... .......... 3-64

3-10 Lockout Valve Release Circuit Wiring...................................................................... 3-65

3-11 Pilot Cylinder Position within Manifold.....................................................................3-69

3-12 Typical Actuation Arrangement Using In-line Discharge Delay.................................... 3-74

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Figure Name Page Number

3-13 Pressure Trip Applications.....................................................................................3-77

3-14 Typical Hand Hose Line System with Rack...............................................................3-78

3-15 Typical Hand Hose Line System with Reel................................................................ 3-79

4-1 Typical Manifold Layout ........................................................................................ 4-4

4-2 Manifold “Y” Fitting .............................................................................................. 4-5

4-3 Typical Cylinder Strap Location..............................................................................4-6

4-4 Rack Framing - 3 to 6 Cylinders (50 and 75 lb. Capacity), Single Row......................... 4-7

4-5 Rack Framing - 7 to 12 Cylinders (50 and 75 lb. Capacity), Single Row ....................... 4-8

4-6 Cylinder Racks (50 and 75 lb. Capacity), Single Row.................................................4-9

4-7 Rack Framing - 5 to 12 Cylinders (50 and 75 lb. Capacity), Double Row (One Side) ...... 4-10

4-8 Rack Framing - 13 to 24 Cylinders (50 and 75 lb. Capacity), Double Row (One Side) .... 4-11

4-9 Cylinder Racks (50 and 75 lb. Capacity), Double Row (One Side) ............................... 4-12

4-10 Rack Framing - 5 to 12 Cylinders (50 and 75 lb. Cap ac it y ), Double Row (Two Sides).. .. . 4-13

4-11 Rack Framing - 13 to 24 Cylinders (50 and 75 lb. Capacity), Double Row (One Side) .... 4-14

4-12 Cylinder Racks (50 and 75 lb. Capacity), Double Row (Two Sides)..............................4-15

4-13 Rack Framing -3 to 5 Cylinders (100 lb. Capacity), Single Row...................................4-16

4-14 Rack Framing - 6 to 10 Cylinders (100 lb. Capacity), Single Row................................ 4-17

4-15 Rack Framing - 11 to 15 Cylinders (100 lb. Capacity), Single Row ..............................4-18

4-16 Cylinder Racks (100 lb. Capacity), Single Row .........................................................4-19

4-17 Rack Framing - 5 to 10 Cylinders (100 lb. Capacity), Double Row (One Side)............... 4-20

4-18 Rack Framing - 11 to 20 Cylinders (100 lb. Capacity), Double Row (One Side)............. 4-21

4-19 Rack Framing - 21 to 30 Cylinders (100 lb. Capacity), Double Row (One Side)............. 4-22

4-20 Cylinder Racks (100 lb. Capacity), Double Row (One Side) ........................................4-23

4-21 Swivel Adapter to Piping.......................................................................................4-24

4-22 Wiring Diagram for Lockout Valve when Ball Valve is in Fully Open Position ................. 4-26

4-23 Wiring Diagram with Single Solenoid (Main and Reserve) ...................................... .... 4-30

4-24 Wiring Diagram with Dual Solenoid (Main and Reserve) ............................................4-30

4-25 Cable Operated Control Heads....................................................... ........................4-31

4-26 Electric Control Heads ..........................................................................................4-32

4-27 Electric and Cable Operated Control Heads.............................................................. 4-34

4-28 Pneumatic Detector (HAD).................................................................................... 4-36

4-29 Manometer Pneumatic Detection............................................................................4-37

4-30 Heat Collector .....................................................................................................4-39

4-31 Pneumatic Control Head .................................... ...................................................4-41

4-32 Tandem Pneumatic Control Head ............................................................ ...............4-42

4-33 Typical 1040 and 2300 cu. in. Pilot (Driver) Cy linder Strap Installation (P/N 90-101040-000 and

90-102300-100)4-43

4-34 Pressure Operated Control Heads...........................................................................4-44

4-35 Lever and Pressure Operated Control Heads ............................................................4-45

4-36 Pressure-Operated Switches........................................................ ..........................4-46

4-37 Pressure Operated Switches, Explosion Proof...........................................................4-47

4-38 Pressure Operated Trip.........................................................................................4-47

4-39 Pressure Operated Siren.......................................................................................4-48

4-40 Odorizer Installation.............................................................................................4-50

4-41 Safety Outlet.......................................................................................................4-51

4-42 Discharge indicator ..............................................................................................4-51

4-43 Hose Reel Installation...........................................................................................4-52

4-44 Hose Rack Installation..........................................................................................4-53

4-45 Hose Assembly....................................................................................................4-53

4-46 Horn and Valve Assembly .....................................................................................4-54

4-47 Handle and Horn Clips..........................................................................................4-54

6-1 Nitrogen Temperature vs. Pressure Data.................................................................6-4

6-2 Carbon Dioxide Cylinder Weighing Scale .................................................................6-5

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Figure Name Page Number

6-3 Manometer Pneumatic Detection............................................................................ 6-8

7-1 I/2-inch Type “I” Cylinder Valve............................................................................. 7-5

7-2 5/8-inch Type “I” Cylinder Valve............................................................................ 7-6

B-1 3-Well Mercury Check .......................................... ................................................B-2

B-2 3-Well Mercury Check - Installation Detail...............................................................B-3

B-3 Pneumatic Transmitter .........................................................................................B-5

B-4 Pneumatic Control Head (1-inch, 40-second)...........................................................B-6

B-5 Pneumatic Main-to-Reserve Valve..........................................................................B-7

B-6 CO2 Lockout Valve with Limit Switch......................................................................B-8

B-7 Switch When Ball Valve is in Fully Open Position ......................................................B-10

B-8 Switch When Ball Valve is in Fully Closed Position ....................................................B-10

B-9 Odorizer Protective Housing..................................................................................B-11

B-10 Odorizer Cartridge ............................................................................................... B-11

B-11 Odorizer Installation.............................................................................................B-12

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LIST OF TABLES

Table Name Page Number

1-1 Physical Properties of Carbon Dioxide .....................................................................1-8

2-1 Safety Disc Information........................................................................................2-4

2-2 CO2 and H20 Capacity Correlation .........................................................................2-6

2-3 Single Cylinder Strap Dimensions...........................................................................2-13

2-4 Double Cylinder Strap Dimensions.......................................................................... 2-14

2-5 Framing Kits - One Row, 3 through 15 Cylinders ......................................................2-17

2-6 Cable Housing Part Numbers................................................................................. 2-25

2-7 1/16-inch Pull Cable Lengths.................................................................................2-26

2-8 Electric Control Head ............................................................................................2-28

2-9 Electric and Cable Operated Control Head ...............................................................2-29

2-10 Explosion Proof Control Head.................................................................................2-30

2-11 Pneumatic Control Head Settings...........................................................................2-31

2-12 Pneumatic Cable Housing Part Numbers.................................................................. 2-33

2-13 Vent Size ............................................................................................................2-35

2-14 1/8-inch Copper Tubing Part Numbers....................................................................2-36

2-15 3/16-inch Copper Tubing Part Numbers ..................................................................2-37

2-16 1/4-inch Actuation Hose Part Numbers ...................................................................2-41

2-17 Check Valve Dimensions (1/4-inch through 3/8-inch) ...............................................2-43

2-18 Check Valve Dimensions (1/2-inch through 1-1/4-inch) ............................................2-43

2-19 Check Valve Dimensions (1-1/2-inch through 2-inch) ...............................................2-44

2-20 Check Valve Dimensions (1 1/2-inch through 2-inch)................................................ 2-47

2-21 Carbon Steel Lockout Valves without Limit Switches Dimensions and Part Numbers...... 2-50

2-22 Stainless Steel Lockout Valves without Limit Switches Dimensions and Part Numbers.... 2-50

2-23 Carbon Steel Lockout Valves with Limit Switches Dimensions and Part Numbers........... 2-51

2-24 Stainless Steel Lockout Valves with Limit Switches Dimensions and Part Numbers ........ 2-51

2-25 Carbon Steel Lockout Valve with Explosion Proof Limit Switches Dimensions and Part Numbers 2-52 2-26 Stainless Steel Lockout Valve with Explosio n Proof Limit Switches Dimensions and Part Numbers 2-52

2-27 Type S Nozzles....................................................................................................2-54

2-28 Flanged Nozzle Mounting Kit BOM ..................................... ..................................... 2-56

2-29 Type M Nozzles ...................................................................................................2-60

2-30 Type V Vent Nozzles.................................. ...........................................................2-61

2-31 Type L Nozzles .................................................................................................... 2-63

2-32 Pneumatic Discharge Delay Part Numbers ...............................................................2-66

2-33 Hose Reel and Rack System Part Numbers ..............................................................2-78

3-1 Minimum Carbon Dioxide Concentrations for Extinguishment .....................................3-4

3-2 Volume Factors - Surface Fires (For 34% CO2 Concentration), US Units...................... 3-6

3-2 Volume Factors - Surface Fires (For 34% CO2 Concentration), Metric Units..................3-7

3-3 Volume Factors for Deep Seated Hazards................................................................ 3-20

3-4 Type “M” Multijet Nozzle (US Units)........................................................................3-29

3-4 Type “M” Multijet Nozzle (Metric Units) ................................................................... 3-30

3-5 Type “S” Multijet Nozzle (US Units) ........................................................................3-31

3-5 Type “S” Multijet Nozzle (Metric Units).................................................................... 3-32

3-6 Aiming Factors for Angular Placement of Nozzles1....................................................3-35

3-7 Liquid Surfaces1 (US Units)...................................................................................3-36

3-7 Liquid Surfaces1 (Metric Units)............................................ ..................................3-37

3-8 Coated Surfaces1 (US Units).................................................................................3-38

3-8 Coated Surfaces1 (Metric Units)............................................................................. 3-39

3-9 Pipe Size Estimates..............................................................................................3-61

3-10 Siren Driver Cylinder Actuation Limits.....................................................................3-66

3-11 Control Head Actuation Features............................................................................ 3-70

3-12 Corner Pulley Quantity and Cable Length Limits .......................................................3-71

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3-13 Nitrogen Pilot Line Length Limitations..................................................................... 3-73

3-14 Equivalent Lengths of Hand Hose Line Components (US Units)...................................3-80

3-15 Equivalent Lengths of Hand Hose Line Components (Metric Units) .............................. 3-81

4-1 Maximum Horizontal Pipe Hanger and Support Bracing1............................................ 4-3

4-2 Maximum Pipe Hanger and Support Design Load Ratings........................................... 4-4

4-3 Typical Cylinder Strap Location Dimensions.............................................................4-6

4-4 Corner Pulley and Cable Limitations........................................................................ 4-28

4-5 1040 and 2300 cu. in. Nitrogen Pilot (Driver) Cylinder Strap Installation ..................... 4-43

4-6 Siren Driver Cylinder Actuation Limits..................................................................... 4-49

6-1 Preventive Maintenance Schedule ..........................................................................6-2

8-1 Cylinders and Associated Equipment.......................................................................8-1

8-2 Manual and Pressure Control Equipment ................................................................. 8-2

8-3 Electric Control Equipment....................................................................................8-2

8-4 Remote Control Equipment, Cable.......................................................................... 8-2

8-5 Pneumatic Control Equipment.................................. ................................. ............. 8-3

8-6 Check Valves ...................................................................................................... 8-4

8-7 Directional (Stop) Valves ......................................................................................8-4

8-8 Lockout Valves.................................................................................................... 8-5

8-9 Hose Equipment .................................................................................................. 8-6

8-10 Auxiliary Equipment................................................................................... .......... 8-6

8-11 Carbon Dioxide Computer Program ........................................................................ 8-7

8-12 Manuals ............................................................................................................. 8-7

8-13 Maintenance and Repair Parts................................................................................8-7

8-14 Carbon Dioxide Nozzles ............................... ......................................................... 8-8

8-15 Nozzle Identification.............................................................................................8-8

8-16 Carbon Dioxide Nozzles, Accessories ...................................................................... 8-9

8-17 CO2 Valves Maintenance, Repair and Spare Parts.....................................................8-9

8-18 Cylinder Rack and Framing Components ............................................ ..................... 8-10

8-19 Framing Kits - One Row, 3 through 15 Cylinders......................................................8-13

8-20 Framing Kits - Two Rows (One Side), 5 through 17 Cylinders.....................................8-14

8-21 Framing Kits - Two Rows (One Side), 18 through 30 Cylinders................................... 8-15

B-1 Pneumatic Control Head (1-inch, 40-second), Settings..............................................B-6

B-2 CO2 Lockout Valve with Limit Switch Specifications ..................................................B-9

C-1 TPED and PED Approved Equipment for European Community Only*...........................C-1

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GENERAL INFORMATION

1-1 INTRODUCTION

The Kidde Fire Systems carbon dioxide fire suppression system is an engineered, specialhazard system utilizing a fixed pipe and nozzle distribution network, hose reels, or a combination of both. These systems provide fire protection, using carbon dioxide (CO extinguishant, designed in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 12, "Standard on Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems", (latest edition). All components referenced in this manual are listed by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and approved by Factory Mutual (FM), unless as noted.

1-2 CLASSIFICATION OF FIRE

The classification of fire is defined as the following:

• Class A: Surface Type Fires; wood or other cellulose-type material (ordinary combustibles)

• Class B: Flammable liquids

• Class C: Energized electrical equipment

• Class D: Combustible metals (such as magnesium, sodium, zirconium, potassium, and titanium, or reactive metals, metal hydrides and chemicals containing their own oxygen supply)

• Class K: Combustible cooking med i a (v eg etable or animal oils and fats)

Note: Kidde Fire Systems carbon dioxide fire suppression system is not suited for Class D type

of fires.

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Carbon dioxide is an effective agent for Class A, Class B, Class C, and Class K hazards. Carbon dioxide must be applied with due consideration of the hazard b eing protected and its contents. Carbon dioxide shall not be used on Class D hazards, such as magnesium, potassium, sodium, and cellulose nitrate. These Class D hazards can only be controlled by special extinguishing agents and procedures.

1-3 GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE SYSTEM

Carbon dioxide fire suppression systems are used for applications where the potential prop erty damage and business interruption from fire are high. Carbon dioxide can c ontrol and supp ress fires in easily ignitable fast-burning substances such as flammable liquids. It is also used on fires involving electrically energized equipment and, in some instances, on fires in ordinary combustibles such as paper, cloth, and other cellulose materials.

Carbon dioxide is a colorless, odorless, electrically non-conductive gas with a density approximately 50% greater than air. When applied to a fire, it provides a blanket of heavy gas which reduces the oxygen content of the atmosphere to a point in which combustion can not be sustained.

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Carbon dioxide is present in the atmosphere. It is also a normal product of human and animal metabolism; human life cannot be sustained if this carbon dioxide is not expelled from the body. The concentration of carbon dioxide in

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the air governs the rate at which the carbon dioxide produced by the human metabolism is released from the lungs. An increasing concentration in the air where humans are present, therefore, can cause serious personal injury or death.

Carbon dioxide offers many advantages as a fire suppressant. It is a clean agent, does not leave a residue, and does not wet material or machinery upon which it is discharged, helping keep costly cleanup or downtime to a minimum. Carbon dioxide may be stored from 0 18

°C) to 130°F (54°C). Carbon dioxide does not deteriorate and is non-corrosive. It is readily

available throughout the world and is inexpensive. Carbon dioxide is effective for the rapid suppression of Class A (surface or deep seated), B, and C fires and offers a wide range of hazard protection.

Carbon dioxide is stored in steel cylinders as a liquid under its own vapor pressure which is approximately 850 psi at 70°F. This pressure is used to propel the agent out of the container and through the valve, piping, and nozzles during the discharge. When released, carbon dioxide will change from a liquid to a gas and expand. The ratio of this expansion is high; approximately 9 to 1. This allows a large volume of carbon dioxide to be stored in a small container, minimizing space taken up by the system equipment.

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Kidde Fire Systems engineered c arbon dioxide suppression syst ems may be manually operated or integrated with detection and control devices for automatic operation. A single carbon dioxide fire suppression system can protect single or multiple hazards by total flooding, local application, or a combination of both.

1-5 TYPE OF SUPPRESSION SYSTEM

There are two types of fixed carbon dioxide systems: total flooding and local application.

1-5.1 Total Flooding

In a total flooding system, a predetermined amount of carbon dioxide is discharged through fixed piping and nozzles into an enclosed space or enclosure around the hazard. Total flooding is applicable when the hazard is totally enclosed and when all openings surrounding the hazard can be closed automatically prior to or at the start of system discharge. If all the openings cannot be closed, additional carbon dioxide must be provided to compensate for agent loss through these openings during the discharge and appropriate concentration retention periods. The carbon dioxide concentration must be maintained for a sufficient period of time to allow the fuel and any other surfaces or equipment in contact with the fuel to cool below the igni tion temperature of the combustibles.

1-5.2 Local Application

Local application systems differ from total flooding in that the nozzles are arranged to discharge directly onto the fire. Local application is practical in those situations where the protected equipment can be isolated from other combustibles so that fire will not spread beyond the area protected, and where the entire hazard can be protected. One of the principal uses of local-application systems is to protect open tanks containing flammable liquids, but this technique can be generalized to protect three-dimensi onal hazards such as paint spray booths and printing presses. Suppression by local application is transitory, and will not be effective unless suppression occurs quickly and all potential re-ignition sources are eliminated.

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Carbon dioxide systems can also consist of hand hose lines permanently connected by means of fixed piping to a fixed supply of suppression agent. These systems are frequently provided for manual protection of small, localized equipment. Although not a substitute for a fixed system, a hose line can be used to supplement a fixed system where the hazard is accessible for manual firefighting.

1-6 GENERAL SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

The discharge of carbon dioxide in fire suppression concentrations if not properly handled, can create a serious threat to people. Suppression systems must be designed with appropriate safeguards to ensure the safety of all personnel who have reason to occupy a protected area. Suppression systems also employ a variety of actuation methods and speciali zed components to ensure reliable operation and prompt fire suppression.

1-6.1 Safeguards

Carbon dioxide is present in the atmosphere at an average concentration of about 0.03 percent by volume. It is also a normal end product of human and animal metabolism. The concentration of carbon dioxide in the air governs the rate at which carbon dioxide is released from the lungs and thus affects the concentration of carbon dioxide in the blood and tissues. An increasing concentration of carbon dioxide in air can, therefore, become dangerous due to a reduction in the rate of release of carbon dioxide from the lungs and rate of oxygen intake.

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Firefighting concentrations of carbon dioxide are lethal. Appropriate safeguards, as outlined in this chapter, shall be provided to prevent death or

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injury to personnel in the protected space or adjoining areas where released carbon dioxide could migrate.

The safeguards typically used to prevent personnel exposure to fire-fighting concentrations of CO

fall into five categories:

• Adequate Path of Egress

• Warning Signs and Personnel Education

• Pre-Discharge Time Delays and Alarms

• Stop Valves and Lock-Out V a lves

• Post-Release Warnings and Procedures

Careful study of each particular situation may indicate additional steps that may be required to prevent injury or death to personnel.

1-6.1.1 ADEQUATE PATH OF EGRESS

To promote quick and safe evacuation in the event of a discharge, the path of egress shall include:

• Adequate aisleways and routes of exit, that are kept clear at all times

• Necessary additional or emergency lighting, or both, and directional si gns to ensure quick, safe evacuation

• Only outward swinging, self-closing doors at exits from hazardous areas, and, where such doors are latched, provision of panic hardware

1-6.1.2 WARNING SIGNS AND PERSONNEL EDUCATION

Warning signs shall be posted inside and outside all areas protected by a carbon dioxide system, and also in adjoining areas where the suppression agent could migrate. These warning signs shall instruct the occupants to evacuate the area immediately when the alarms operate,

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as well as to warn personnel not to enter the protected space after a CO2 discharge until the area has been safely ventilated. See Paragraph 2-9.2 for specific sign and location information.

All personnel shall be informed that discharge of carbon dioxide gas directly at a person will endanger the person's safety by causing frostbite, eye injury, ear injury, or even falls due to loss of balance upon the impingement of the high-velocity discharging gas. All personnel shall be trained on the dangers associated with an increased carbon dioxide concentration, the proper manual and emergency operation of the system, and the appropriate response to predischarge alarms.

1-6.1.3 PRE-DISCHARGE TIME DELAYS AND ALARMS

Time delay devices are designed to delay the discharge of carbon dioxide for an appropriate period of time to allow an orderly and safe evacuation from the protected area. Time delays also are used to provide a time interval for equipment shutdown and auxiliary interlocks prior to agent discharge.

Pneumatic discharge delays (See Paragraph 2-8.3) shall be provided for:

• All total flooding carbon dioxide systems protecting normally occupied and occupiable enclosures

• Local application systems protecting equipment or processes in normally occupied and occupiable areas, where the discharge will expose personnel to hazardous concentrations of carbon dioxide

An electric time delay may be employed in any circumstance that does not require a pneumatic discharge delay.

For occupiable spaces where a delayed discharge could result in an unacceptable risk to personnel or unacceptable damage to critical equipment, time delays need not be provided.

An evacuation dry run shall be conducted to determine the minimum time needed for a person to evacuate the protected area. Additional time shall be provided to allow for identification of the evacuation signal.

Pre-discharge alarms, whether electrical or pneumatic in nature, are designed to provide a warning and evacuation signal during the time delay period. Audible and visual indication shall be provided when the system is actuated by either automatic or normal manual operation.

Pneumatic pre-discharge alarms (See Paragraph 2-8.4) shall be provided for all applications that also require a pneumatic discharge delay, as listed above. Electric alarms may be employed in addition to pneumatic alarms or as the sole means of notification in applications that do not require a pneumatic discharge delay.

1-6.1.4 STOP VALVES AND LOCKOUT VALVES

A stop valve, when used as a safety device, is employed to ensure that carbon dioxide is not discharged into a normally occupied area without an evacuation signal. The valve is normally closed to prevent the flow of carbon dioxide into the distribution piping. Automatic or manual action is required to open the valve and allow CO

A lockout valve is a m anually operated valv e, installed in the distribution pipe, between the supply and nozzles. The valve is normally open, but shall be locked in a closed position to prevent discharge of agent into the protected space when:

• persons not familiar with the system and its operation are present

• persons are present in locations where discharge of the system will endanger them and where they will be unable to proceed to a safe location within the time delay period

to be discharged.

A lockout valve shall be provided on all systems, except where dimensional constraints prevent personnel from entering the protected space and where discharged carbon dioxide cannot migrate to adjacent areas, creating a hazard to personnel. Lockout valves shall be supervised to provide notification of a lockout.

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1-6.1.5 POST-RELEASE WARNINGS AND PROCEDURES

After a release of carbon dioxide, provisions shall be made to prohibit entry of unprotected personnel to spaces made unsafe by a carbon dioxide discharge until the space is ventilated and appropriate tests of the atmosphere have verified that it is safe for unprotected persons to enter. Persons who are not properly trained in the use of and equipped with self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) shall not remain in spaces where the CO 4 percent. Such provisions shall include one or more of the following:

• Addition of a distinctive odor to the discharging carbon dioxide, the detection of which serves as an indication to persons that carbon dioxide gas is present. Personnel shall be trained to recognize the odor and evacuate spaces wherein the odor is detected.

• Provision of automatic alarms activated by carbon dioxide detectors or oxygen detectors and located at the entry to and within such spaces. The pre-discharge alarms may be used to serve this purpose if they operate until the space is ventila ted and the safety of the atmosphere has been verified.

• Establishment and enforcement of confined space entry procedures for such areas.

A means for prompt ventilation of affected areas shall be provided. Fo rced ventilation will often be necessary. Care should be taken to properly dissipate hazardous atmospheres and not merely move them to another location. Careful consideration should be given to low-lying areas, as carbon dioxide is heavier than air and will settle in such spaces.

Prompt discovery and rescue of persons rendered unconscious in protected areas can be accomplished by having such areas searched by trained personnel equipped with proper breathing equipment. Those persons rendered unconscious by carbon dioxide may be restored without permanent injury by artificial respiration, if removed quickly from the hazardous atmosphere. Self-contained breathing equipment and personnel trained in its use, and in rescue practices including artificial respiration, should be readily available.

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1-6.2 Storage

The Kidde Fire Systems high pressure carbon dioxide system uses seamless steel cylinders to store the carbon dioxide at ambient temperature. Each cylinder is equipped with a discharge valve fitted with a siphon tube to discharge liquid carbon dioxide through the distribution piping.

The number of cylinders required for a given application is determined by the size and nature of the hazard being protected. When multiple cylinders are employed, the cylinders are connected to a common piping system through a manifold.

Cylinders with attached releasing devices are defined as pilot cylinders. The system uses pilot cylinders to initiate the suppression system discharge. Actuation of the pilot cylinders creates sufficient pressure in the manifold to actuate the remaining cylinders in the system (called “slave” cylinders). If the suppression system consists of one or two cylinders, one pilot cylinder is used to initiate the carbon dioxide discharge. When the suppression system has three or more storage cylinders, multip le pilot cylinder s, actuated simultaneously, are used to initiate the carbon dioxide discharge.

If permitted by the authority having jurisdiction, a group of carbon dioxide cylinders can be used to protect one or more areas by means of directional valves. The system designer must use careful judgment in the design of a directional valve system. The multiple areas protected by the suppression system must be sufficiently isolated from each other so that two or more protected areas cannot simultaneously be involved in a fire.

1-6.3 Discharge Characteristics

The Kidde Fire Systems carbon-dioxide suppression system employs siphon tubes fitted to the valves within the cylinders in conjunction with a variety of discharge nozzles for agent distribution into a protected space or onto a piece of equipment. The liquid carbon dioxide is

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discharged up through the siphon tube, valve, and distribution piping as a liquid under pressure. The liquid is transformed into gas and the resulting expansion at the discharge nozzle orifice and upon discharge a portion immediately flashes to vapor. The remaining liquid undergoes continuous evaporation and cooling and eventually solidifies as finely divided dry ice (snow) particles. The percentage of carbon dioxide converted to dry ice depends upon the temperature of the stored liqui d. Approximately 25 percent of the liqui d stored at 70°F (21°C) is converted to dry ice upon discharge. The dry ice particles gasify in a short period of time, without passing through its liquid phase (sublimation), and no wetting or residue occurs.

The discharge of liquid carbon dioxide creates a white, cloudy appearance due to the dry ice component. Because of the low discharge temperatures, some water vapor in the surrounding air will condense, creating a temporary period of fog that lasts after the dry ice particles have settled out or sublimed. The dry ice helps to reduce the high temperatures created by a fire. It is important to avoid direct impingement of carbon dioxide onto people and very temperature sensitive equipment.

Carbon dioxide vapor is approximately one and one-half times as dense as air at the same temperature. An actual discharge of carbon dioxide gas is much more dense than the surrounding air. This accounts for carbon dioxide's ability to replace the air above burning surfaces and maintain an inert atmosphere for a period of time following its discharge.

1-6.4 Actuation Methods

Kidde Fire Systems recommends that carbon dioxide fire suppression systems have an automatic actuation, and that the automatic actuation be supplemented by one or more modes of manual actuation.

The quantity and type of detectors required for a particular application are governed by the type of combustible products being protected. For example, flammable liquids burn in a manner characterized by rapid flame progression and intense heat generation. Automatic heat or flame detectors are the most appropriate fire detection methods for this type of hazard. Electrical fires, on the other hand, progress much more slowly to the stages of ignition and flame development, and frequently undergo relatively long periods of thermal degradation and pyrolysis during which large quantities of particulate matter and smoke are generated. Automatic smoke detectors, usually consisting of a cross-zoned system employing both ionization and photoelectric principles, or high sensitivity smoke detection, are two examples of methods typically employed for this application.

It is common practice to supplement automatic actuation by two modes of manual actuation called the "normal manual control" and the "emergency manual control." The normal manual control consists of a manually operated device located in close proximity to the equipment or materials protected by the suppression system. Typically it consists of an electrical switch , or a mechanical manually operated device designed to transmit a signal via a pull cable. The emergency manual control is one or more fully mechanical devices that are located on the control head(s) of the pilot cylinder(s) and other auxiliary components such as time delays and directional (or stop) valves. Kidde Fire Systems control heads are equipped with a leveroperated mechanism that serves as the "emergency manual control."

The "normal manual control" is designed to initiate the full operation of the system by one manual action. It is the responsibility of the system designer to ensure that such action will not result in immediate carbon-dioxide discharge into a normally occupied area. It is the responsibility of the system operator to ensure that the protected area has been evacuated prior to operating the "emergency manual control."

1-7 APPLICATIONS

Carbon dioxide fire suppression systems are used for a wide variety of industrial, commercial, and marine applications.

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