Kidde Fire Systems Surge Protector P N 81 Co2Man 001 Users Manual

2015-02-09

• Engineered Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
• Fire Suppression Systems
  • General Information
    • 1-1 Introduction
    • 1-2 Classification of Fire
    • 1-3 General Characteristics of the System
    • 1-4 System Description
    • 1-5 Type of Suppression System
      • 1-5.1 Total Flooding
      • 1-5.2 Local Application
    • 1-6 General System Requirements
      • 1-6.1 Safeguards
        • 1-6.1.1 Adequate Path of Egress
        • 1-6.1.2 Warning Signs and Personnel Education
        • 1-6.1.3 Pre-Discharge Time Delays and Alarms
        • 1-6.1.4 Stop Valves and Lockout Valves
        • 1-6.1.5 Post-Release Warnings and Procedures
      • 1-6.2 Storage
      • 1-6.3 Discharge Characteristics
      • 1-6.4 Actuation Methods
    • 1-7 Applications
    • 1-8 Extinguishing Properties of Carbon Dioxide
    • 1-9 Physical Properties of Carbon Dioxide
    • 1-10 Clean-up
  • Component Descriptions
    • 2-1 Fire Suppression System Components
    • 2-2 CO2 Storage
      • 2-2.1 Cylinder and Valve Assemblies
        • 2-2.1.1 Valves
        • 2-2.1.2 Cylinder Filling
      • 2-2.2 Discharge Heads
        • 2-2.2.1 Plain-nut Discharge Head
        • 2-2.2.2 Grooved-nut Discharge Head
      • 2-2.3 Flexible Hoses
      • 2-2.4 Swivel Adapter
      • 2-2.5 Manifold “Y” Fitting
      • 2-2.6 Cylinder Mounting Hardware
        • 2-2.6.1 Single or Double Cylinder Arrangements
          • 2-2.6.1.1 Single Cylinder Straps.
          • 2-2.6.1.2 Double Cylinder Straps
        • 2-2.6.2 Multiple Cylinder Arrangements
          • 2-2.6.2.1 Cylinder Rack and Framing, Example Arrangement
    • 2-3 Actuation Components
      • 2-3.1 Lever-Operated Control Head
      • 2-3.2 Cable-Operated Control Head
      • 2-3.3 Manual Control Equipment
        • 2-3.3.1 Mechanical Pull Box
        • 2-3.3.2 Mechanical Pull Box Z-Bracket
        • 2-3.3.3 Corner Pulleys
        • 2-3.3.4 Tee Pulley
        • 2-3.3.5 Adapter
        • 2-3.3.6 Cable Housing
        • 2-3.3.7 Dual Pull Mechanism
        • 2-3.3.8 Dual Pull Equalizer
        • 2-3.3.9 1/16-inch Pull Cable
      • 2-3.4 Electric Control Heads
        • 2-3.4.1 Electric Control Heads
        • 2-3.4.2 Electric and Cable-Operated Control Heads
        • 2-3.4.3 Explosion Proof Electric and Cable Operated Control Heads
      • 2-3.5 Pneumatic Control Heads
        • 2-3.5.1 Tandem Pneumatic Control Head
      • 2-3.6 Components for Pneumatic Actuation Systems
        • 2-3.6.1 Pneumatic Cable Housing
        • 2-3.6.2 Heat Actuated Detector
        • 2-3.6.3 Heat Collector
        • 2-3.6.4 Vents
        • 2-3.6.5 1/8-inch Copper Tubing
          • 2-3.6.5.1 Fittings
          • 2-3.6.5.2 Rubber Grommet
        • 2-3.6.6 3/16-inch Copper Tubing
      • 2-3.7 Pressure Operated Control Heads
        • 2-3.7.1 Pressure Operated Control Head
        • 2-3.7.2 Lever and Pressure Operated Control Head
        • 2-3.7.3 Stackable Pressure Operated Control Head
      • 2-3.8 Components for Pressure Operated Actuation Systems
        • 2-3.8.1 Nitrogen Pilot Cylinder and Bracket
          • 2-3.8.1.1 Nitrogen Pilot Cylinder, 108 cu. in.
          • 2-3.8.1.2 Nitrogen Pilot Cylinder, 1040 cu. in.
          • 2-3.8.1.3 Nitrogen Pilot Cylinder, 2300 cu. in.
        • 2-3.8.2 Actuation Hose
        • 2-3.8.3 Fittings
    • 2-4 Check Valves
      • 2-4.1 Check Valves (1/4-inch through 3/8-inch)
      • 2-4.2 Check Valves (1/2-inch through 2-inch)
      • 2-4.3 Check Valves (2 1/2-inch through 3-inch)
        • 2-4.3.1 2 1/2-inch Welding Neck Flange
        • 2-4.3.2 3-inch Welding Neck Flange
        • 2-4.3.3 3-Inch Flange Gasket
        • 2-4.3.4 Nuts and Bolts
    • 2-5 Directional (Stop) Valves
      • 2-5.1 Directional (Stop) Valves (1/2-inch through 2-inch)
      • 2-5.2 Directional (Stop) Valves (2 1/2-inch through 4-inch)
        • 2-5.2.1 2 1/2-inch and 3-inch Valves
        • 2-5.2.2 4-inch Valve
        • 2-5.2.3 4-inch Flange
        • 2-5.2.4 4-inch Gasket
        • 2-5.2.5 Nuts and Bolts
    • 2-6 Lockout Valves
      • 2-6.1 Lockout Valves without Limit Switches
      • 2-6.2 Lockout Valves with Limit Switches
      • 2-6.3 Lockout Valve with Explosion Proof Limit Switches
      • 2-6.4 CO2 System Lockout Valve Operational Sign
    • 2-7 Discharge Nozzles
      • 2-7.1 Multijet Nozzle, Type S
        • 2-7.1.1 Flanged Nozzle Mounting Kit, Type S Nozzle
        • 2-7.1.2 Aluminum Disc
        • 2-7.1.3 Stainless Steel Disc
      • 2-7.2 Multijet Nozzle, Type M
      • 2-7.3 Vent Nozzle, Type V
        • 2-7.3.1 Flange and Cover Assembly, Type V Nozzle
      • 2-7.4 Multijet Nozzle, Type L
    • 2-8 Auxiliary Equipment
      • 2-8.1 Pressure Operated Switches
      • 2-8.2 Pressure Operated Trip
      • 2-8.3 Pneumatic Discharge Delay
      • 2-8.4 Pressure Operated Siren
      • 2-8.5 Safety Outlet
      • 2-8.6 Discharge Indicator
      • 2-8.7 Odorizer Assembly
      • 2-8.8 Main to Reserve Transfer Switch
      • 2-8.9 Weigh Scale
      • 2-8.10 Recharge Adapter
      • 2-8.11 Blow-Off Fixture
    • 2-9 Instruction and Warning Plates
      • 2-9.1 Main and Reserve Nameplates
      • 2-9.2 Warning Signs
        • 2-9.2.1 Vacate Warning Sign, P/N 06-231866-851
        • 2-9.2.2 Do Not Enter Warning Sign, P/N 06-231866-852
        • 2-9.2.3 Odorizer Warning Sign, P/N 06-231866-853
        • 2-9.2.4 Migration Warning Sign, P/N 06-231866-854
        • 2-9.2.5 Storage Warning Sign, P/N 06-231866-855
        • 2-9.2.6 Actuation Warning Sign, P/N 06-231866-856
    • 2-10 Hose Reel and Rack Systems
  • Design
    • 3-1 Introduction
    • 3-2 Hazard Survey, Definition and Analysis
    • 3-3 Design for Safety
    • 3-4 Applications
      • 3-4.1 Total Flooding System
      • 3-4.2 Local Application System
      • 3-4.3 Hand Hose Line Systems
    • 3-5 Total Flooding Systems
      • 3-5.1 Introduction
        • 3-5.1.1 Enclosure
        • 3-5.1.2 Ventilation
        • 3-5.1.3 Interlocks
        • 3-5.1.4 Interconnected Volumes
      • 3-5.2 Calculations for Surface Fires
        • 3-5.2.1 Extinguishing Concentrations
        • 3-5.2.2 Basic Total Flooding Quantity
          • 3-5.2.2.1 Ducts and Covered Trenches
        • 3-5.2.3 Material Conversion Factor
        • 3-5.2.4 Special Conditions
          • 3-5.2.4.1 Uncloseable Openings
          • 3-5.2.4.2 Forced Ventilation
          • 3-5.2.4.3 Extreme Temperatures
        • 3-5.2.5 Discharge Rates
      • 3-5.3 Calculations for Deep-Seated Fires
        • 3-5.3.1 Flooding Factors
        • 3-5.3.2 Special Conditions
          • 3-5.3.2.1 Uncloseable Openings
          • 3-5.3.2.2 Forced Ventilation
          • 3-5.3.2.3 Extreme Temperatures
        • 3-5.3.3 Discharge Rates
      • 3-5.4 System Design
        • 3-5.4.1 Occupancy
        • 3-5.4.2 Discharge Nozzles
        • 3-5.4.3 Pressure Relief Venting
    • 3-6 Local Application Systems
      • 3-6.1 Carbon Dioxide Requirements
        • 3-6.1.1 Nozzle Location, Orientation, And Coverage Area
        • 3-6.1.2 Rate Of Discharge
        • 3-6.1.3 Duration Of Liquid Discharge
        • 3-6.1.4 Quantity Of Carbon Dioxide
      • 3-6.2 Rate-by-Area Method
        • 3-6.2.1 Overhead Nozzles
          • 3-6.2.1.1 Nozzle Coverage and Carbon Dioxide Requirements
          • 3-6.2.1.2 Nozzle Positioning
        • 3-6.2.2 Tankside Type "L" Nozzle
          • 3-6.2.2.1 Rate for Liquid Surface
          • 3-6.2.2.2 Rate for Coated Surface
          • 3-6.2.2.3 Nozzle Coverage and Carbon Dioxide Requirements
      • 3-6.3 Rate by Volume Method
        • 3-6.3.1 Assumed Enclosure
        • 3-6.3.2 Discharge Rate
        • 3-6.3.3 Nozzles
      • 3-6.4 Safeguards for Local Application Systems
    • 3-7 Combination Systems
    • 3-8 Multiple Hazard Systems
    • 3-9 Pressure Operated Sirens
    • 3-10 Extended Discharge Systems
      • 3-10.1 Increased Agent Supply
      • 3-10.2 Secondary System
      • 3-10.3 Common Applications
        • 3-10.3.1 Deep-Fat Cookers
        • 3-10.3.2 Enclosed Rotating Electrical Equipment
          • 3-10.3.2.1 Recirculating Ventilation
          • 3-10.3.2.2 Dampered, Non-Recirculating Ventilation
    • 3-11 Agent Storage Banks
      • 3-11.1 Agent Supply
      • 3-11.2 Main and Reserve Supplies
      • 3-11.3 Cylinder Location
      • 3-11.4 Single and Double Cylinder Arrangements
      • 3-11.5 Multiple Cylinder Arrangements
    • 3-12 Manifold and Pipe Network Design
      • 3-12.1 Pipe and Fitting Specifications
        • 3-12.1.1 Pipe Specifications
        • 3-12.1.2 Fitting Specifications
        • 3-12.1.3 Tubing Specifications
        • 3-12.1.4 Closed Piping Sections
      • 3-12.2 Pipe Size Estimates
      • 3-12.3 Pipe Hangers and Supports
      • 3-12.4 Cylinder Manifolds
        • 3-12.4.1 Manifold arrangements
          • 3-12.4.1.1 End
          • 3-12.4.1.2 Center
          • 3-12.4.1.3 H
          • 3-12.4.1.4 Main And Reserve
        • 3-12.4.2 Manifold Pipe Selection
          • 3-12.4.2.1 Single Pipe Size Manifolds
          • 3-12.4.2.2 Stepped Pipe Size Manifolds
        • 3-12.4.3 Manifold Objects
          • 3-12.4.3.1 Safety Outlets
          • 3-12.4.3.2 Discharge Indicators
          • 3-12.4.3.3 Lockout Valve
          • 3-12.4.3.4 Directional (Stop) Valves
          • 3-12.4.3.5 Pneumatic Discharge Delays
          • 3-12.4.3.6 Pressure Operated Sirens
          • 3-12.4.3.7 Check Valves
          • 3-12.4.3.8 Pressure Operated Switches
          • 3-12.4.3.9 Odorizers
      • 3-12.5 Distribution Networks
        • 3-12.5.1 Hydraulic Calculations
        • 3-12.5.2 Directional Valve Systems
        • 3-12.5.3 Odorizer Assembly
        • 3-12.5.4 Electrical Clearances
    • 3-13 Actuation System Design
      • 3-13.1 Discharge Heads
      • 3-13.2 Cylinder Actuation
        • 3-13.2.1 Actuation With A Control Head
        • 3-13.2.2 Actuation With Manifold Backpressure
      • 3-13.3 Actuation Classifications
        • 3-13.3.1 Automatic
        • 3-13.3.2 Normal Manual
        • 3-13.3.3 Emergency Manual
      • 3-13.4 Control Systems
        • 3-13.4.1 Lever Operated Actuation
        • 3-13.4.2 Cable Operated Actuation
          • 3-13.4.2.1 Tandem Control Heads
          • 3-13.4.2.2 Multiple Pull Stations
          • 3-13.4.2.3 Multiple Cylinder Banks
        • 3-13.4.3 Pneumatic Heat Detector Operated Actuation
          • 3-13.4.3.1 Tandem Control Heads
          • 3-13.4.3.2 Main and Reserve System Actuation
        • 3-13.4.4 Electrically Operated Actuation
        • 3-13.4.5 Nitrogen Pressure Operated Actuation
          • 3-13.4.5.1 Direct N2 Operation of CO2 Cylinders and Stop Valves
          • 3-13.4.5.2 Nitrogen Actuation with In-Line Discharge Delay
    • 3-14 Detection Devices, Alarm Devices And Control Panels
      • 3-14.1 Suppression Control Panels
      • 3-14.2 System Power Supply
      • 3-14.3 Automatic Detection
      • 3-14.4 Manual Controls
      • 3-14.5 Notification
      • 3-14.6 Supervision of Controls
      • 3-14.7 Main and Reserve System Actuation
    • 3-15 Auxiliary Equipment and Systems
      • 3-15.1 Pressure Operated Switches
      • 3-15.2 Pressure Operated Trips
    • 3-16 Hand Hose Line Systems
      • 3-16.1 Uses
      • 3-16.2 Safety Requirements
      • 3-16.3 Location
      • 3-16.4 System Design
        • 3-16.4.1 Flow Rate
        • 3-16.4.2 Minimum Agent Quantity
        • 3-16.4.3 Multiple Stations
        • 3-16.4.4 Carbon Dioxide Supply
        • 3-16.4.5 Actuation
  • Installation
    • 4-1 Introduction
    • 4-2 General Installation Requirements
    • 4-3 Installation of Suppression Systems
      • 4-3.1 Discharge Pipe and Fittings
      • 4-3.2 Pressure Operated Actuation Pipe, Tubing and Fittings
      • 4-3.3 Discharge Manifold
      • 4-3.4 Manifold “Y” Fitting
      • 4-3.5 Carbon Dioxide Cylinder Assemblies
      • 4-3.6 Flexible Discharge Hose to Piping
      • 4-3.7 Swivel Adapter to Piping
      • 4-3.8 Discharge Head to Cylinder Valve
      • 4-3.9 Check Valves and Directional (Stop) Valves
        • 4-3.9.1 2-inch and Smaller Check Valves and Directional (Stop) Valves
        • 4-3.9.2 2-1/2 inch and Larger Check Valves and Directional (Stop) Valves
      • 4-3.10 Lockout Valves
      • 4-3.11 Pneumatic Discharge Delay
      • 4-3.12 Discharge Nozzles
    • 4-4 Actuation Systems
      • 4-4.1 Lever Operated Control Head
      • 4-4.2 Cable Operated Actuation System Components
      • 4-4.3 Cable Operated Control Head
      • 4-4.4 Pull Boxes
      • 4-4.5 Main to Reserve Transfer Switch
      • 4-4.6 Tandem Control Head
      • 4-4.7 Electric Control Heads
      • 4-4.8 Electric and Cable Operated Control Heads
      • 4-4.9 Pneumatic Heat Actuated Detection (HAD) System Components
        • 4-4.9.1 HAD
        • 4-4.9.2 Tubing
        • 4-4.9.3 Manometer Test Procedure
        • 4-4.9.4 Control Head Vent Test
          • 4-4.9.4.1 To Test Pneumatic Detectors And/or System Tubing For Tightness
          • 4-4.9.4.2 Other Use For Manometer
        • 4-4.9.5 Heat Collector
      • 4-4.10 Pneumatic Control Head
      • 4-4.11 Nitrogen Actuation Station
        • 4-4.11.1 Installation of Nitrogen Cylinder, P/N WK-877940-000, and Mounting Bracket, P/N WK-877845-000
        • 4-4.11.2 Nitrogen Pilot Cylinder Installation, 1040 cu. in. and 2300 cu. in., P/Ns 90-101040-000 and 90-102300-100
      • 4-4.12 Pressure Operated Control Heads
      • 4-4.13 Lever and Pressure Operated Control Heads
    • 4-5 Auxiliary Components
      • 4-5.1 Pressure Operated Switches
      • 4-5.2 Pressure Operated Trip
      • 4-5.3 Pressure Operated Sirens
        • 4-5.3.1 CO2 Pressure Operated Siren
        • 4-5.3.2 N2 Pressure Operated Siren
      • 4-5.4 Odorizer
      • 4-5.5 Safety Outlet
      • 4-5.6 Discharge Indicator
    • 4-6 Hose Reel/Rack
    • 4-7 Commissioning The Carbon Dioxide System
      • 4-7.1 Pre-Commission Inspection
      • 4-7.2 Commissioning Procedure
      • 4-7.3 Enclosure Inspection
      • 4-7.4 System Inspection
      • 4-7.5 Labeling
      • 4-7.6 Operational Tests of the Individual Components
      • 4-7.7 Full Discharge Test
      • 4-7.8 Commissioning the System
      • 4-7.9 References and Checklists
  • Operation
    • 5-1 Introduction
    • 5-2 Automatic Operation
    • 5-3 Manual Operation
      • 5-3.1 Cable Operated Systems
      • 5-3.2 Electric Systems
      • 5-3.3 Systems Equipped with Remote Nitrogen Actuator
    • 5-4 Emergency Operation
      • 5-4.1 Local Manual Operation - All Systems
    • 5-5 Hose Reel or Rack Systems
      • 5-5.1 Remote Manual Operation
      • 5-5.2 Local Manual Operation
    • 5-6 Main and Reserve Systems
    • 5-7 Lockout Valves
  • Maintenance
    • 6-1 General
    • 6-2 Preventive Maintenance
    • 6-3 Inspection Procedures - Monthly
    • 6-4 Semi-Annual Weighing of CO2 Cylinders
      • 6-4.1 Weighing (using Kidde Fire Systems Weigh Scale)
      • 6-4.2 Weighing (without Kidde Fire Systems Weigh Scale)
      • 6-4.3 Electric Control Head Test
      • 6-4.4 Pressure Switch Test
      • 6-4.5 Verify Odorizer Cartridge
    • 6-5 Annual Maintenance
      • 6-5.1 Equipment Inspection
      • 6-5.2 Distribution Piping Blow Out
      • 6-5.3 Complete System Inspection
      • 6-5.4 Pneumatic Detection System Tests
        • 6-5.4.1 Pneumatic Control Head Test - Pressure Setting
        • 6-5.4.2 Control Head Vent Test
        • 6-5.4.3 Test for Leakage of System Tubing and Detectors
        • 6-5.4.4 Troubleshooting of Pneumatic Detection System
    • 6-6 5 Year and 12 Year Inspection and Test Guidelines
      • 6-6.1 Carbon Dioxide and Nitrogen Cylinders
        • 6-6.1.1 Carbon Dioxide Cylinders
        • 6-6.1.2 Nitrogen Cylinders
      • 6-6.2 Flexible Hoses
      • 6-6.3 Cleaning
      • 6-6.4 Nozzle Service
    • 6-7 Repairs
    • 6-8 Removal of Cylinders
      • 6-8.1 CO2 Cylinders
      • 6-8.2 Nitrogen Pilot Cylinders
    • 6-9 Installation of Cylinders
      • 6-9.1 CO2 Cylinders
      • 6-9.2 Nitrogen Pilot Cylinders
  • Post-Discharge Maintenance
    • 7-1 General
    • 7-2 Post Fire Maintenance
    • 7-3 Cylinder Recharge
      • 7-3.1 Carbon Dioxide Agent
      • 7-3.2 CO2 Cylinders
        • 7-3.2.1 CO2 Cylinder Leak Test
    • 7-4 Nitrogen Pilot Cylinder, 108 CU. IN., Service and Maintenance
      • 7-4.1 Nitrogen Cylinder Replacement
      • 7-4.2 Nitrogen Cylinder Recharge
      • 7-4.3 Nitrogen Cylinder Installation
    • 7-5 Hose Reel or Rack System
  • Parts List
    • 8-1 Parts list
  • Formula Derivations
    • A-1 Theoretical CO2 Extinguishing Concentration for a Total Flooding System
    • A-2 Quantity of CO2 Required for a Total Flooding System Under a Free Efflux Flooding Condition
    • A-3 Derivation of the Material Conversion Factor (MCF)
    • A-4 Rate of Carbon Dioxide Loss Through an Opening in an Enclosure
    • A-5 Discharge Rates for Deep Seated Fires
  • Obsolete Equipment
    • B-2 Obsolete Equipment
    • B-3 Mercury Check
      • B-3.1 Description
      • B-3.2 Installation
    • B-4 Pneumatic Transmitter
      • B-4.1 Description
      • B-4.2 Installation
    • B-5 Pneumatic Control Head (1-inch, 40-second)
      • B-5.1 Description
      • B-5.2 Installation
    • B-6 Pneumatic Main-to-Reserve Valve
    • B-7 Lockout Valves
      • B-7.1 Lockout Valve Installation
        • B-7.1.1 Stem Seal Adjustment
        • B-7.1.2 Wiring Diagram
      • B-7.2 Lockout Valves Maintenance
    • B-8 Odorizer, 1.5" NPT Housing and Glass Cartridge
      • B-8.1 Odorizer Protective Housing
      • B-8.2 Odorizer Cartridge
      • B-8.3 Odorizer Installation
      • B-8.4 Semi-annual Maintenance for Odorizer Cartridge
      • B-8.5 Post Discharge Odorizer Maintenance
  • European Equipment
    • C-1 Introduction
  • Equivalent Length
    • D-1 Valve and Delay Equivalent Length
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