ANSU ANSUL L
INSTALLATION OPERATION RECHARGE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
SAPPHIRE™ PRE-ENGINEERED CLEAN AGENT FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS
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This manual is intended for for use with Ansul Ansul SAPPHIRE™ Clean Agent Fire Suppression Systems. Those who install, operate, recharge or maintain these fire suppression systems should read read this entire manual. Specific sections will be of particular interest depending upon one’s responsibilities. Design, installation, recharge, and maintenance of the system must conform to the limitations detailed in this manual and performed by an individual who attended an Ansul training program and became trained to install, recharge, design, and maintain the Ansul system. Fire suppression systems systems are mechanical mechanical devices. devices. They need periodic care. Maintenance is a vital vital step in the performance performance of your fire suppression suppression system. As such it must be performed performed in accordance with NFPA 2001 “Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems” and this manual, manual, by an authorized authorized Ansul distributor. distributor. To provide maximum assurance that the fire suppression system will operate effectively and safely, maintenance must be conducted at six-months intervals, intervals, or earlier if the situation situation dictates. Refer to NFPA 2001, Paragraph 4-2, for testing and inspection information. ANSUL PART PART NO. 570527
ANSUL and SAPPHIRE are trademarks of Ansul Incorporated or its affiliates.
TABLE ABLE OF CONTEN CONTENTS TS UL EX-4510 5-15-03
SECTION ________ I.
GENERAL INFORMATION 3M™ NOVEC™ 1230 FI FIRE PR PROTECTION FL FLUID General Infor mation Storage and Handling Recommendations Disposal Infor mation Health and Safety
P AGES ______ 1 – 10 1 1 1 1 1–2
DESCRIPTION OF SAPPHIRE SYSTEMS
2
APPROVALS
2
MSDS
II. SYSTEM COMPONENTS
3– 9
11 – 14
NOVEC 1230 LIQUID AGENT
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AGENT TANK ASSEMBLY
11
TANK BRACKET ASSEMBLY
11
1 IN. FLEXIBLE DISCHARGE HOSE
11
1 IN. UNION ADAPTOR
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AUTOPULSE CONTROL SYSTEM
12
ANSUL AUTOMAN II-C RELEASING DEVICE (FOR PNEUMATIC ACTUA ACTUATION) TION)
12
1 IN. VALVE SHIPPING ASSEMBLY
12
REMOVABLE ELECTRIC ACTUATOR
13
PNEUMATIC ACTUATOR
13
1/4 IN. ACTUATION HOSE
13
1/4 IN. FEMALE ACTUATION HOSE
13
MALE ACTUATION CONNECTOR
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MALE ACTUATION TEE
14
MALE ACTUATION ELBOW
14
SAFETY RELIEF VALVE
14
DISCHARGE NOZZLE
14
SPANNER WRENCH
14
RECHARGE ADAPTORS
14
WARNING PLATES
14
III. SYSTEM DESIGN
15 – 18
GENERAL INFORMATION
15
HAZARD ANALYSIS
15
PIPING AN AND NO NOZZLE ZLE DE DESIGN RE REQUIREMENTS
15
SYSTEM DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
15 – 17
DETECTION REQUIREMENTS
17
ACTUATION REQUIREMENTS
17 – 18
IV. INSTALLATION
19 – 20
MOUNTING TANK AND BRACKET ASSEMBLY
19
INSTALLING DISTRIBUTION PIPING
19
INSTALLING DETECTION SYSTEM
19
INSTALLING ACTUATION PIPING
V. INSPECTION
19 – 20
21 – 22
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VI. MAINTENANCE
2 3 – 24
VII. RE RESETTING AND RECHARGE
25 — 26
CLEARING ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
25
CHECKING MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
25
RECHARGING
2 5 – 26
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3M™ NOVEC™ NOVEC™ 1230 FIRE PROTE PROTECTION CTION FLUID FLUID
20 microns) be used when filling container.
General Information
Standards used by the fire protection industry typically specify that clean agents meet certain standards of quality. quality. In order to maintain the low water content of the original Novec 1230 fluid, procedures must be used to prevent the entry of moist, ambient air into the storage containers. When transferring fluid, the receiving receiving containers should be free of water and purged with dry nitrogen prior to filling with Novec 1230 fluid to remove moisture-laden moisture-laden air. The end of the fluid dispensing pipe must extend into the receiving container. container. The dispensing container container should be fitted with a vent vent drier or nitrogen purge to prevent the influx of moist air as Novec 1230 fluid is withdrawn. Vent driers employing disposable or refillable desiccant cartridges are available from vendors such as W.A. W.A. Hammond Drierite Co. Co. Ltd. Alternatively, Alternatively, a nitrogen purge purge can be set up by installing a “tee” onto the vent bung bung of the dispensing container and establishing flow of dry nitrogen at a volumetric flow rate that is in excess of the rate of withdrawal of Novec 1230 fluid from the container. container.
3M™ Novec™ 1230 Fire Protection Fluid has been developed developed as an alternative to Halon 1301, production of which has ceased at the end of 1993, under the agreed adjustments made to the Montreal Protocol in Nov Nov.. 1992. Novec 1230 contains no Bromine or Chlorine and has no ozone depleting potential. Novec 1230 systems utilize one or more storage containers arranged to provide the protected area with a pre-determined quantity of agent. Novec 1230 storage container are designed to hold Novec 1230 in liquid form. Nitrogen is used to super-pressurize super-pressurize the container to 360 psi (24.8 bar) ba r) at 70 °F °F (21 °C). Handling and installation of Novec 1230 equipment should only be conducted by persons trained in dealing with this type of equipment. Under normal conditions Novec 1230 is a colorless and low odor fluid with a density around 11 times greater than air. It has negligible vapor pressure and is super-pressurized with nitrogen to 360 psi (24.8 bar) when used in fire suppression applications. It contains no particulates or oily residues and is produced under ISO 9001 guidelines to strict manufacturing specifications ensuring product purity. Present understanding of Novec 1230 is that fire suppression is through heat absorption and chemical means.
Good industrial hygiene practices should be followed when handling Novec 1230 fluid. fluid. Novec 1230 fluid fluid must be used in a wellventilated area. Provide local exhaust ventilation ventilation at transfer points. If adequate ventilation cannot be accomplished to maintain air concentrations below the recommended exposure guideline, use respiratory protection. The use of vented goggles for for eye protection is required when when handling Novec Novec 1230 fluid. fluid. Always wear wear gloves when handling Novec Novec 1230 fluid. Gloves made from butyl rubber are recommended. For more specific information regarding regarding the use of Novec 1230 fluid, refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet.
Novec 1230 decomposes at temperatures te mperatures in excess exce ss of 932 °F (500°C) and it is therefore important to avoid applications involving hazards where continuously continuously hot surfaces are involved. involved. Upon exposure to the flame, Novec 1230 will decompose to form halogen acids. Their presence will be readily detected by a sharp, pungent odor before maximum hazardous exposure levels are reached.
Novec 1230 fluid may be disposed using an approved industrial or commercial incinerator. incinerator. Since Novec 1230 fluid is nonflammable, nonflammable, it must be burned in the presence of a combustible combustible material. Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet, section 13, for additional details.
Storage and Handling Recommendations
Health and Safety
The unique properties of Novec 1230 fluid necessitate the user to follow certain handling and and storage guidelines. Failure to follow follow these recommendations may result in contamination of the agent and potential failure of the system in which it is used. Contact with water or solvents either polar or hydrocarbon could render Novec 1230 fluid ineffective. ineffective. Novec 1230 fluid should not be mixed with other extinguishing agents (liquid, powder, or foam) without consulting Ansul to determine compatibility. compatibility.
A proper designed and installed suppression system should not present any significant health or safety problems. Howe However, ver, there are basic precautions to be taken to avoid accidents, accidents, and aspects of the system operation that should be understood.
Novec 1230 fluid should be stored indoors, out of direct sunlight at temperatures temperature s below 104 °F (40 °C). If container must be stored outdoors, confirm confirm that all openings are fully fully closed. Protect container from direct sunlight and precipitation to every extent possible, and fully dry the exterior of the container prior to opening. Based on the results of accelerated aging studies, Novec 1230 fluid is expected to have a shelf life and perform as a clean agent for at least 30 years in a properly designed, maintained, and operating fire suppression system, provided the agent has been stored and handled in accordance with the information provided in this manual. Novec 1230 fluid is a liquid at room temperature allowing it to be transferred using conventional pumping or pouring methods. Novec 1230 fluid has a viscosity similar to water. Consequently, Consequently, it can be transferred using any pump that would be used to transport a low viscosity, viscosity, nonflammable liquid. A gravity feed method may may also be used to fill the system tanks, in lieu of pumping. If using a pump, it is recommended that an inline filter (equal to or less than
Disposal Recommendations
Reference should be made to NFPA 2001 for the toxic and asphyxiating hazards of clean agent replacement for Halon 1301. Novec 1230 agent has acceptable toxicity for use in occupied spaces when used as specified in the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed Significant New Alternative Policy (SNAP) program rules and NFPA 2001, “Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems.” Novec 1230 agent extinguishes by causing a chemical reaction with the combustion products, and does not remove oxygen like CO2 and some other inert agents. Therefore, exposure to Novec 1230 at the design concentration of up to 10.0% is not a hazard to health. Exposure to higher concentrations is permissible for limited periods. Refer to NFPA NFPA 2002 for exposure requirements. requirements. As with halons, the EPA EPA and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) (NFPA) recommend that unnecessary exposure to any agent be avoided and that personnel evacuate protected areas as quickly as possible to avoid the decomposition products of the fire. Novec 1230 can decompose at high temperatures temperatures to form acids. If so, their presence is readily detected as a sharp, pungent odor long before hazardous maximum exposure levels are reached.
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3M™ NOVEC™ NOVEC™ 1230 FIRE PROTECTIO PROTECTION N FLUID (Continued) (Continued) Health and Safety (Continued) The noise created by the Novec 1230 agent discharging can be loud enough to startle people in the vicinity, but is unlikely to cause any permanent injury. Turbulence caused by the high velocity discharge can dislodge substantial objects directly in its path, and cause general turbulence within the protected area to move paper and light objects. Direct contact with the vaporizing liquid discharged from a Novec 1230 nozzle has a chilling effect on objects and in extreme cases can cause frostbite to the skin. The liquid phase vaporizes rapidly when mixed with air and therefore limits the risk to the immediate vicinity of the nozzle. nozzle. Reduction in visibility visibility will occur due to the condensation of water vapor. !
CAUTION
The discharge of clean agent systems to extinguish a fire can result in a potential hazard to personnel from the natural form of the clean agent or from the products of combustion that result from exposure of the agent to the fire or hot surfaces. Unnecessary exposure of personnel either to the products of decomposition shall be avoided.
DESCRIPTION OF SAPPHIRE SYSTEMS SAPPHIRE systems are designed to suppress fires in Class A, B (minimum Class B design concentration concentration is 5.85%; contact Ansul for all Class B applications), and C hazards. Novec 1230 suppress fires by a combination of physical and chemical means. It does not significantly deplete the oxygen oxygen content in the room and tests have shown it to be less toxic than Halon 1301. A system comprises one or more containers connected to a system of piping and and nozzles. Novec 1230 1230 is liquid under pressure pressure and is stored in steel containers, each of which is fitted with a valve specially designed to allow the contents of the container to discharge within 10 seconds. seconds. When the valve valve opens, Novec Novec 1230 flows into the distribution piping to the discharge nozzles where it is rapidly dispersed as a vapor. Discharged Novec 1230 gives the appearance of a fog which may reduce visibility. visibility. This normally clears clears rapidly and should not obstruct the ability of personnel to safely exit the protected area. SAPPHIRE Fire Suppression Systems are particularly valuable in extinguishing extinguishing fires in enclosures containing hazards or equipment where a clean, electrically non-conductive non-conductive medium is essential or where the cleaning up of foam, water or dry chemical would be a problem.
APPROVALS The SAPPHIRE Fire Suppression System has been tested and listed by Underwrit Underwriters ers Laborat Laboratories, ories, Inc. (EX-4510) (EX-4510) and Underwriters Laboratories of Canada (CEX1151) as a pre-engineered system for Class A, B, and C fire suppression, at temperatures between 0 °F °F to 130 °F (–18 °C to 55 °C).
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3M™ NOVE NOVEC™ C™ 123 1230 0 FIRE PROT PROTECT ECTION ION FLUID FLUID
TANK BRACKET ASSEMBLY
Novec 1230 fluid has been developed as a halon replacement alternative to HFCs, HCFCs, and PFCs in special hazard, high value applications. applications. It has unique qualities that provide the right balance of fire extinguishing performance, end use safety, and environmental sustainability sustainability.. Novec 1230 fluid fluid is low in toxicity and environment impact. impact. It is a liquid at room temperature, with with a low vapor pressure, which allows for ease in handling, storage, and shipping.
The bracket assembly consists of a nut, bolt, and two bracket straps (back channel must must be supplied by others. others. Approved type type of Unistrut Channel Channel is series series P1000T, P1000T, 1.6 in. x 1.6 in. (41 mm x 41 mm). To securely hold the tank in position during system system discharge, two bracket assemblies are required per tank.
Novec 1230 is available is two sizes of containers:
Each strap is notched for insertion into the channel, allowing the tank to be properly aligned. The bracket assembly assembly is designed to be mounted to a r igid vertical surface with the tank assembly resting fully on the floor or rigid surface.
Part No. 570533 – 30 gallon Drum Shipping Assembly Assembly
Part No. 570085 – Bracket Shipping Shipping Assembly
Part No. 570534 – 220 gallon Tote Tote Shipping Assembly
AGENT TANK ASSEMBLY AS SEMBLY The agent storage tanks are manufactured in accordance with DOT4BW450 DOT4BW450 and consist of a tank fitted with a valve and internal siphon siphon tube. tube. Tanks are avail availabl able e in two sizes: sizes: 40 lb. lb. and 80 lb. lb. A nameplate is adhered to the tank displaying the agent weight, and gross weight.
15.7 IN. (400 mm)
Note: Quantity of agent will have have to specified on customer P.O when ordering factory filled tank shipping assemblies. Part No. 570636 – 40 lb. lb. (18 kg) Tank Tank Shipping Assembly Assembly Part No. 570637 – 80 lb. lb. (36 kg) Tank Tank Shipping Assembly Assembly
FIGURE 2 006759
1 IN. FLEXIBLE DISCHARGE HOSE The flexible discharge hose is connected to the rigid distribution piping. A swivel fitting fitting at the inlet of the hose enables enables the tank valve to be coupled coupled to the hose. The hose is 16 in. (406 mm) in length. Part No. No. 570539 570539 – 1 in. in. Flexibl Flexible e Dischar Discharge ge Hose Hose Shipping Shipping Assembly
A B
1 IN.NPT THREAD THREAD (FIXED) (FIXED)
16 IN. (406 mm) C
FIGURE 1 006758
Tank ____ 40 lb. (18 kg)
Par t No. _______ 570636
A _______ 23 i n . (588 mm)
B _______ 19.6 in. (499 mm)
C _______ 10 i n. (254 mm)
80 lb. (36 kg)
570637
36 i n . (920 mm)
32.7 in. (831 mm)
10 i n. (254 mm)
1 IN. BSP 90° 90° FEMALE FEMALE SWIVEL SWIVEL UNION 3 IN. (79 mm)
FIGURE 3 006760
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1 IN. UNION ADAPT ADAPTOR OR
Part No. No. 68739 – ANSUL ANSUL AUTOMAN AUTOMAN II-C Releasing Releasing Device Shipping Assembly
The 1 in. union adaptor is required to attach the valve valve outlet to rigid piping. The adaptor has a BSP thread thread on the valve end end and an NPT thread on the pipe end.
Part No. 13193 – LT LT-10-R Nitrogen Cartridge Shipping Assembly (order separately)
Part No. No. 570557 – 1 in. Union Adaptor Adaptor Shipping Assembly Assembly
Part No. 26310 – Cocking Lever Lever (order separate) RELEASE MECHANISM
STRIKE BUTTON
1 IN.NPT THREAD (PIPE END)
1 IN.BSP THREAD (VALVE END)
NAMEPLATE 2 1/2 IN. (63.5 mm)
TERMINAL BOARD LT-10-R CARTRIDGE (ORDERED SEPARATELY)
FIGURE 4 006761
AUTOPULSE CONTROL SYSTEM The AUTOPULSE AUTOPULSE Control system is designed to monitor fixed fire hazards. The control system system can automatically automatically actuate the fire suppression system after receiving an input signal from one or more initiating devices, devices, i.e., manual pull station or detector. detector. The control system incorporates an internal power supply, on-line emergency emergency batteries, batteries, and solid solid state electronics electronics.. Ref Refer er to Detection and Control Manual for additional information.
FIGURE 6 000442
1 IN. VALVE VALVE SHIPPING ASSEMBLY The replacement valve assembly is available for field replacement. The valve is fully assembled, with internal components, gauge and burst disc assembly. assembly. The replacement valve is 100% leak tested before it leaves the factory. Part No. 570535 – 1 in. Valve Valve Shipping Assembly Assembly
0°
Actuation Por t
120° 120° Supe Superv rvis isor ory y Pressure Switch Flameproof Solenoid Port 180° 180° Burs Burstt Disc Disc Actuation Port Flameproof Solenoid Port
FIGURE 5 002195
240° 240° Pres Pressu sure re Gaug Gauge e
ANSUL AUTOMAN II-C RELEASING DEVICE (FOR PNEUMATIC ACTUATION) The ANSUL AUTOMAN II-C Releasing Device consists of a metal enclosure which contains a spring-loaded puncture pin release mechanism, an actuation cartridge, electrical circuitry, and an input/output terminal terminal strip for making electrical connections. connections. The ANSUL AUTOMAN II-C releasing device provides automatic pneumatic actuation actuation of the SAPPHIRE System. When wired to an AUTOPULSE Control System, it will provide supervised electric detection and release. release. It also provides manual actuation actuation using the strike button on the release enclosure and with optional remote manual cable pull station. When an AUTOPULSE AUTOPULSE Control System is used, manual actuation is accomplished using an electric manual pull station. The ANSUL AUTOMAN II-C releasing device requires an LT-10-R nitrogen cartridge for system actuation. actuation. Cartridge must be ordered separately.
0°
270° PORT POSITIONS ARE DIAGRAMMATIC FOR CLARITY. PRESSURE GAUGE NOT SHOWN.
90°
240°
120° 180°
FIGURE 7 006762
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REMOVABLE ELECTRIC ACTUATOR
PNEUMATIC ACTUATOR ACTUATOR
The 24 VDC electric actuator is required to electrically actuate the tank valve. valve. An electric signal is received from the AUTOPULS AUTOPULSE E Control Panel Panel which operates the solenoid solenoid in the actuator. actuator. This causes the actuator to open the tank valve and discharge the agent. On multiple tank tank systems, only one electric actuator actuator is required, on the master master tank valve. The remaining tanks will be actuated actuated pneumatica pneumatically lly through through 1/4 in. stainless stainless steel hose hose installed between each pilot pressure port.
The pneumatic actuator is required to pneumatically actuate the agent tanks. The actuator operates operates from pressure received from the nitrogen cartridge located in the ANSUL AUTOMAN II-C release. When the pneumatic actuator actuator is pressurized, the internal actuator piston pushes down on the valve stem, opening the tank valve, allowing the agent to discharge. Part No. 570550 – Pneumatic Actuator Actuator Shipping Assembly
Actuator current draw is 0.2A. Part No. No. 570537 570537 – Removable Removable Electric Electric Actuator Actuator Shipping Shipping Assembly
O-RING
1 IN. BSP
CLIP PISTON
ACTUATOR BODY 3.3 IN. (85 mm)
FIGURE 9 006764
1/4 IN. ACTUA ACTUATION HOSE The 1/4 in. stainless steel actuation actuation hose is used to connect the 1/4 in. actuation line to the pneumatic pneumatic actuator located on the tank valve.This hose is used when the actuation line is rigid 1/4 1/4 in. pipe and fittings. The hose has a 1/4 in NPT male thread thread on one end and a 7/16-20 female female thread on the other end. A male straight adaptor, adaptor, Part No. 32338, is required with this hose.
1.8 IN. (45 mm)
Technical Information Solen olenoi oid d Enc Enclo los sure: ure: Actuation Pin: Actuation Type: Power Requirement: Current: Connection: Actuation Type: Rese Resett Requ Requir irem emen ent: t: Manual Man ual Actua Actuatio tion n Force: Force: Elec Electri trica call Con Conne nect ctio ion: n: Diode Type: Cer tification: Temp empera eratur ture e Range Range::
Part No. No. 73597 - 1/4 in. in. Actuation Hose Shipping Assembly Assembly Mild Mild Stee Steell & Dull ull Nic Nick kel Stainless Steel Latching 24V dc 0.2A 1 in. BSP Latching Manu Manual al Force orce Requ Requir ired ed 11 lb. lb. Force Force (5 KgF) KgF) 3-pi 3-pin n plu plug gc con onne nect ctor or Suppression Recognized to UL508 Tested in accordance with UL864 –4 °F to 131 °F (–20 (–20 °C to +55 °C)
FIGURE 8 006763
16 IN. (40.6 cm)
FIGURE 10 000432
1/4 IN. FEMALE ACTUA ACTUATION HOSE The 1/4 in. stainless steel, female female actuation hose is used to conconnect the actuation line compression tees between each agent tank. The hose has the same thread, 7/16-20, as the compression compression tees. The actuation hose allows flexibility between between the rigid actuation piping and the tank valve. Part No. No. 32336 32336 – 1/4 in. Female Female Actuation Actuation Hose Shipping Shipping Assembly 24 IN. (61 cm)
7/16-20
7/16-20
FIGURE 11 000433
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MALE ACTUATION CONNECTOR
SAFETY RELIEF VALVE VALVE
The male connector is used to connect the 1/4 in. female actuation actuation hose to rigid 1/4 in. actuation fittings and also also the pneumatic actuator. The connector has a 7/16-20 7/16-20 thread for connecting connecting to the actuation hose and a 1/4 in. NPT thread for connecting to the actuation piping and pneumatic actuator.
The safety relief valve is used to relieve the nitrogen pressure in the actuation line after the system has been actuated by an ANSUL AUTOMAN AUTOMAN II-C Release. Release. After agent discharge, discharge, pulling the ring on the relief valve can relieve the pressure in the line. Part No. 15677 – Safety Relief Valve Valve Shipping Assembly
Part No. 32338 – Male Actuation Connection Connection Shipping Assembly 1/4-18 NPT
7/16-20
FIGURE 15
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DISCHARGE NOZZLE
MALE ACTUATION ACTUATION TEE The male actuation tee is used to connect multiple actuation hoses together. together. The actuation tee has a 7/16-20 thread thread for connecting to the female female actuation hose and a 1/4 in. NPT thread for connecting to the pneumatic actuator on the tank valve.
Two sizes of discharge discharge nozzles are available: available: 1 1/4 in. thread size to be used only on the 80 lb. tank distribution piping and a 1 in. thread size to be used only only on the 40 lb. tank distribution piping. piping. Nozzles are designed designed to discharge agent in a 360° 360° pattern. Nozzles are constructed of brass and have a female NPT thread.
Part No. 31811 – Male Actuation Tee Tee Shipping Assembly
Part No. No. 570555 – 1 in. Nozzle Shipping Shipping Assembly Assembly Part No. 570556 – 1 1/4 in. Nozzle Shipping Assembly
7/16-20
1/4 IN. NPT
FIGURE 13 000435
FIGURE 16 006771
MALE ACTUATION ELBOW The male actuation elbow is used to connect the actuation hose to a single or last tank in a multiple tank system. The elbow connects between the hose and the pneumatic actuator actuator on the valve. The elbow has a 7/16-20 thread for connecting to the hose and a 1/4 in. NPT thread for for connecting to to the pneumatic pneumatic actuator on the the tank valve.
SPANNER SPANNER WRENCH WRENC H This tool is required to remove the valve bonnet assembly for access to the valve piston for O-ring replacement. Part No. 570574 – Spanner Spanner Wrench
Part No. 31810 – Male Actuation Elbow Shipping Shipping Assembly 7/16-20
FIGURE 17 006766
RECHARGE ADAPTORS ADAPTORS Recharge adaptors are required to recharge cylinder assembly. assembly. Part No. 570579 – Top Top Adaptor Assembly
1/4 IN. NPT
Part No. 570576 – Fill Adaptor Adaptor Assembly
FIGURE 14 000436
WARNING PLATES PLATES Two warning plates are available for warning personnel that the space is protected by a SAPPHIRE system and no one should enter after a discharge discharge without being properly protected. protected. Each plate is made of aluminum and contains four mounting holes for ease of installation. Part No. 570580 – Warning Warning Plate for Outside Room Part No. 570581 – Warning Warning Plate for Inside Room
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This manual has been prepared to give an understanding in the application and design of SAPPHIRE systems. Systems are suitable only for the total flooding of Class A and Class C hazard enclosures. The SAPPHIRE system is specifically pre-engineered in accordance with the equipment description, hazard type, size, piping limitations, nozzle type, installation, operation, recharge, and maintenance instructions instructions prescribed. All systems must be applied entirely in accordance with the guidelines described in the manual.
GENERAL INFORMATION • SAPPHIRE systems systems are approved approved for for hazard and storage temtemperatures from 0 °F to 130 °F (–18 °C to 55 °C) • Maximum Maximum single single nozzle nozzle area area cover coverage age is 32 ft. x 32 ft. ft. (9.8 m x 9.8 m)
PIPING AND NOZZLE DESIGN REQUIREMENTS • Pipe size size for for 40 lb. lb. (18 kg) kg) tank is is 1 in. • Pipe size size for for 80 lb. lb. (36 kg) kg) tank is is 1 1/4 in. • Maximum length of 1 in. pipe (including (including the flex discharge discharge hose) hose) for 40 40 lb. (18 kg) tank tank is 45 ft. ft. 9 in. (13.9 m). • Maximum Maximum length length of 1 1/4 in. pipe (includ (including ing the flex flex discharge discharge hose) for for 80 lb. lb. (36 kg) tank tank is 36 36 ft. 2 in. (11 m). • In addition to above listed pipe lengths, lengths, a maximum maximum of 3 – 90° 90° elbows are allowed. Tee at nozzle (dirt trap assembly) counts as one of the 3 allowed elbows. • Maximum net net vertical rise from the bottom of the tank tank to the tip of the nozzle is 14 ft. (4.3 m). • Only one one nozzle nozzle allowed allowed per per tank. tank.
HAZARD ANALYSIS
• 1 in. nozzle nozzle for 40 lb. lb. (18 kg) kg) tank and and 1 1/4 1/4 nozzle nozzle from from 80 lb. lb. (36 kg) tank.
Prior to starting with the design of SAPPHIRE systems, the designer should have, as a minimum, the following details:
• Maximum Maximum nozzle nozzle area coverag coverage e is 32 ft. ft. by 32 ft. ft. (9.8 m by by 9.8 9.8 m). m).
• Enclosure Enclosure dimension dimensions. s.
• Nozzle must be located as close to the center of the protected protected area as possible.
• Specific details of the hazard, such as chemicals, chemicals, excessive excessive fire load, etc. • The minimum minimum and maximum maximum temperatures temperatures of the hazard enclosure. • Height of hazard above above (or below) sea sea level. level. • Confirmation that th the e hazard integrity is adequate. • Details Details of the ventila ventilation tion system. system. Note: Ventilation Ventilation system must be shut down prior to agent discharge. • Intended occupancy of the the hazard hazard enclosure. enclosure. • Tank mounting mounting location. Agent tanks tanks should be located in areas with suitable ventilation, be protected from fire, not subject to weather, weather, mechanical damage, or corrosion and where they can be easily accessed for maintenance. maintenance. Floor loading should also be taken into account. Novec 1230 is suitable for the protection of hazards involving Class A, Class B and Class C materials. materials. Fires must be detected detected quickly and the agent discharged promptly and the concentration is maintained for an adequate period of time to allow embers to cool, surface fires and embers associated with the burning of solid materials are quickly extinguished. extinguished. Novec 1230 is suitable suitable for use on fires involving live electrical equipment but is not effective on, and should not be used to fight fires involving: 1. Chemicals containing containing their their own supply supply of oxygen, oxygen, such as cellulose nitrate. 2. Mixtures containing containing oxidizing oxidizing agents, agents, such as sodium chlorate or sodium nitrate. 3. Chemicals capable of undergoing undergoing autothermal autothermal decomposition decomposition such as some organic peroxides. 4. React Reactive ive metal metals. s. 5. Solid materials materials in which fires quickly become deep deep seated. 6. Enclosures already already protected by a gaseous gaseous system utilizing a different agent.
• Nozzle must must be located a maximum of 12 in. (30.5 cm) below the the hazard ceiling. • Minimum Minimum hazard hazard height height is 12 in. in. (30.5 cm).
PRE-ENGINEERED SYSTEM DESIGN REQUIREMENTS Total Flooding is the only application method approved for SAPPHIRE Fire Suppression Systems. After completing the Hazard Analysis, determine the system design requirements by completing the following following steps:
Step No. 1 – Determine net hazard hazard volume The first step in designing a SAPPHIRE Fire Suppression System is to calculate the net volume of the the area being protected. Multiply the length x the width to determine the area, and then multiply the area x the height to determine the volume. volume. If the area is an odd shape, the designer may need to divide it into regular shapes that will allow volume calculations, and then total all the volumes together to determine the actual volume of that area.
Example Example:: Hazard Hazard size size is 12 ft. x 13 ft. x 10 ft. high. high. Total volum volume e = 1560 cu. Ft. Metric: 3.66 m x 3.96 m x 3.05 3.05 m high. Total volume volume = 44.2 cu. m The second part of this step allows the hazard volume to be reduced by the volume of any impermeable, non-removable objects. Determine the volume of these type objects objects and subtract this volume from the hazard volume. volume. This will determine the hazard net volume.
Example: Example: There is a support column near a wall in the hazard hazard which measures measures 1 ft. x 1 ft. by 10 ft. high (.3 m x .3 m x 3.1 m).The m). The volume of this impermeable, impermeable, non-remova non-removable ble object is 10 cu. ft. (.28 cu. m). Subtrac Subtracting ting 10 cu. cu. ft. (.28 cu. m) from from the tota totall hazard hazard volume volume of 1560 1560 cu. cu. ft. (44.2 (44.2 cu. m) equals equals 1550 cu. cu. ft. (43.9 (43.9 cu. m). 1550 cu. cu. ft. (43.9 cu. m) is the hazard hazard net net volume. volume.
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PRE-ENGINEERED SYSTEM DESIGN REQUIREMENTS (Continued) Step No. 2 – Determine quantity of agent required Two calculations are required to determine the quantity of agent: The first calculation will determine the amount needed for the hazard volume. volume. The second calculation calculation will require multiplying the amount required for the hazard volume, by a factor based on elevation, to determine the final quantity of agent required. Calculatio Calculation n No. 1 Refer to AGENT QUANTITY CHART to determine the amount of agent required required for for the protected protected hazard. hazard. Ref Referring erring to the “Maximum Cubic Feet Of Volume” Volume” column, find the hazard volume size. If the exact volume volume is not listed on the chart, pick the next closest larger volume.
Example: Follow down the maximum volume column until you find 1550 cu. cu. ft. (43.9 cu. cu. m). As you you will will note, note, the exact number 1550 cu. ft. (43.9 (43.9 cu. cu. m) is not listed. listed. Pick Pick the the clos closest est larger number, which which is 1551 1551 cu. cu. ft. (43.9 (43.9 cu. m). Read across to the left of the chart to determine the amount of agent required.
Examp Example le:: From the the 15 1551 51 cu. cu. ft. (43.9 (43.9 cu. cu. m) posi positio tion, n, readi reading ng across the chart to the left, it is determined that 69 lb. (31.3 kg) of Novec 1230 agent is required to protected this hazard net volume. NOVEC 1230 Pre-Engineered AGENT QUANTITY CHART Maximum Volumes at 4.2% Concentration 40 lb. Tank Lbs. A gent _____
Maximum Cubic Ft. Volume ______
Kgs A gent _____
16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
360 382 404 427 449 472 494 517 539 562 584 607 629 652 674 697 719 742 764 787 809 831 854 876 899
7.3 7.7 8.2 8.6 9.1 9.5 10.0 10.4 10.9 11.3 11.8 12.2 12.7 13.2 13.6 14.1 14.5 15.0 15.4 15.9 16.3 16.8 17.2 17.7 18.1
Maximum Cubic Meters Volume _______ 10.2 10.8 11.5 12.1 12.7 13.4 14.0 14.6 15.3 15.9 16.5 17.2 17.8 18.5 19.1 19.7 20.4 21.0 21.6 22.3 22.9 23.5 24.2 24.8 25.5
NOVEC 1230 Pre-Engineered AGENT QUANTITY CHART Maximum Volumes at 4.2% Concentration (Continued) 80 lb. Tank Lbs. A gent _____ 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80
Maximum Cubic Ft. V olume ______ 921 944 966 989 1011 1034 1056 1079 1101 1124 1146 1169 1191 1213 1236 1258 1281 1303 1326 1348 1371 1393 1416 1438 1461 1483 1506 1528 1551 1573 1596 1618 1640 1663 1685 1708 1730 1753 1775 1798
Kgs A gent _____ 18.6 19.1 19.5 20.0 20.4 20.9 21.3 21.8 22.2 22.7 23.1 23.6 24.0 24.5 24.9 25.4 25.9 26.3 26.8 27.2 27.7 28.1 28.6 29.0 29.5 29.9 30.4 30.8 31.3 31.8 32.2 32.7 33.1 33.6 34.0 34.5 34.9 35.4 35.8 36.3
Maximum Cubic Meters Volume _______ 26.1 26.7 27.4 28.0 28.6 29.3 29.9 30.5 31.2 31.8 32.5 33.1 33.7 34.4 35.0 35.6 36.3 36.9 37.5 38.2 38.8 39.5 40.1 40.7 41.4 42.0 42.6 43.3 43.9 44.5 45.2 45.8 46.5 47.1 47.7 48.4 49.0 49.6 50.3 50.9
Calculati Calculation on No. 2 The agent quantity calculated above will either require increasing or decreasing depending on the altitude of the hazard above or below sea level. Refer to the Altitude Correction Correction Factors Chart Chart below. Determine the elevation elevation of the hazard. Find that elevation elevation on the chart, or the closest one to it. Select the correction factor factor from the chart for that elevation. elevation. Multiply the amount of agent, determined in Calculation No. 1, by the correction factor. factor. This will determine the final agent agent quantity required.
Example: From calculation calculation No. No. 1, it was was determined determined the hazard hazard required 69 lb. lb. (31.3 kg) of agent. The hazard is located located at 2000 ft. (610 m) above above sea level. level. Referring Referring to the Altitude Correction Correction Factor Chart, at that elevation, the correction factor is 0.93. Multiply 69 lb lb (31.3 kg) X 0.93 = 64.7 lb. lb. (29.4 kg). Therefore, Therefore, 65 lb. (29.5 kg) of agent is required for this hazard. hazard.
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SYSTEM DESIGN REQUIREMENTS (Continued)
DETECTION REQUIREMENTS
Step No. 2 – Determine quantity of of agent required (Continued)
See “AUTOPULSE Detection and Control Systems Design, Installation, Installation, Programming Programming,, and Maintena Maintenance nce Manual” Manual” and Detection CD for complete detection design requirements.
Atmospheric Correction Factors Chart Alti Altitu tude de Abov Above e_________ Sea Sea Lev Level ____________________ ___________ –3000 ft. (–0.92 km) –2000 ft. (–0.61 km) –1000 ft. (–0.30 km) 0 ft. (0.00 km) 1000 ft. (0.30 km) 2000 ft. (0.61 km) 3000 ft. (0.91 km) 4000 ft. (1.22 km) 5000 ft. (1.52 km) 6000 ft. (1.83 km) 7000 ft. (2.13 km) 8000 ft. (2.45 km) 9000 ft. (2.74 km) 10000 ft. (3.05 km)
ACTUATION REQUIREMENTS
Corr Correc ecti tion on Facto ac torr ______________ ___________ ___ 1.11 1.07 1.04 1.00 0.96 0.93 0.89 0.86 0.82 0.78 0.75 0.72 0.69 0.66
Pneumatic actuation can actuate up to 10 or 11 SAPPHIRE agent tanks depending on the type of actuation design chosen. Two options options of pneumat pneumatic ic actuation actuation are are availab available: le: Option Option No. 1 – Master SAPPHIRE tank off an ANSUL AUTOMAN II-C releasing devise and then additional slave SAPPHIRE tanks off the master tank or Option No. 2 – All SAPPHIRE tanks directly off an ANSUL AUTOMAN II-C releasing device. Option No. No. 1 – Master/Slave Master/Slave option – This option option allows allows 11 SAPPHIRE tanks to be simultaneous actuated from the nitrogen pressure from the ANSUL AUTOMAN AUTOMAN II-C releasing releasing device. The first tank is actuated pneumatically pneumatically via a pneumatic actuator located on top of the tank valve. valve. The remaining 10 tanks are actuated actuated through the pilot pressure ports on the side of the each tank valve.
Step No. 3 – Determine Nozzle and Tank Location(s) The discharge nozzle must be located as close to the center of the hazard area as possible. To determine nozzle and tank locations, refer to “General “General Information” in the Installation Section for for details on maximum pipe lengths, maximum number of elbows, maximum vertical rise of piping, etc. If the hazard design required several tanks, tanks sizes can vary, as long as the volume of protection for each tank does not exceed the maximum volumes listed in the “AGENT QUANTITY CHART.” If multiple tanks are required, each nozzle must be centered within the designed area of coverage.
Example: Example: It has been determined that a hazard, with a net volume volume of 3596 3596 cu. ft. (101.8 (101.8 cu. m), requir requires es 160 lb. lb. (72.6 (72.6 kg) of agent agent,, after the elevation elevation factor has been calculated calculated in. The hazard can be divided into modules, each not exceeding the maximum vol- ume allowed allowed per quantity of agent. After each module module has been selected, the nozzle protecting individual areas, must be centered within that that area. See Figure Figure 1.
1 O. E N L D U M O
2 O. E N L U D M O
NOZZLE CENTERED IN MODULE
1/4 IN. ACTUATION PIPING 120 FT. FT. (36.6 m) MAXIMUM MAXIMUM LENGTH LENGTH
100 FT. FT. (36.6 m) MAXIMUM LENGTH
SAFETY RELIEF VALVE
ANSUL AUTOMAN II-C RELEASE
ANSUL AUTOPULSE CONTROL PANEL
MASTER TANK
SLAVE TANK
SOLENOID ACTUATOR
SLAVE TANK
SLAVE TANK
SLAVE TANK
OPTION 1: 1 MASTER + 10 SLAVES SLAVES = 11 TOTAL TANKS MAXIMUM NOTE: ANY SIZE PARTIAL PARTIAL FILLED TANKS CAN BE ACTUATED SIMULTANEOUSLY
ELECTRIC SOLENOID ACTUATOR OPTION
NOZZLE LOCATION
MODULE VOLUME MUST NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM TANK COVERAGE
The maximum actuation line length from the Master tank valve to the last Slave tank tank valve is 100 ft. (30.5 m) (including all drops to the valves) of 1/4 in. stainless steel hose or stainless steel steel tubing. See Figure 2.
WIRING TO ANSUL AUTOPULSE CONTROL PANEL PANEL
NOZZLE LOCATION NOZZLE CENTERED IN MODULE
The maximum actuation line length from the ANSUL AUTOMAN II-C release release is 120 ft. ft. (36.6 (36.6 m) of 1/4 in. Schedule Schedule 40 piping piping or stainless hose or tubing to the pneumatic actuator located on the Master tank valve. valve. See Figure 2.
MASTER TANK
FIGURE 2 006773
NOTE: NOTE: ONE NOZZLE PER TANK MAXIMUM
FIGURE 1 006772
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ACTUATION REQUIREMENTS (Continued) Option No. 2 – All tanks actuated directly from ANSUL AUTOMAN AUTOMAN II-C option – This option allows 10 SAPPHIRE tanks to be simultaneous actuated from the nitrogen pressure from the ANSUL AUTOMAN AUTOMAN II-C releasing device. All tanks are actuated pneumatically via a pneumatic actuator located on top of each tank valve. The maximum length length of 1/4 in. Schedule 40 piping or or stainless hose or tubing that can be utilized from the ANSUL AUTOMAN II-C release to actuate one pneumatic valve actuator is 120 ft. (36.6 m) (including all drops to the valves). When additional additional tanks are required, refer to Actuation Piping Table below for maximum actuation pipe length.
Actuation Piping Chart (For Option No. 2) Quantity of Pneumatic Actuated Valve s _____________ ___________ __ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Maximum Length of 1/4 in. Ac A ctuatio n Line _________________ ___________ ______ 120 118 116 114 112 110 108 106 104 102
ft. ft. ft. ft. ft. ft. ft. ft. ft. ft.
(36.6 m) (35.9 m) (35.4 m) (34.7 m) (34.1 m) (33.5 m) (32.9 m) (32.3 m) (31.7 m) (31.1 m)
Note: It is important to note that the actuation lengths lengths listed include branch lines to accessory items (pressure switches, pressure trips, etc.). For each actuation line accessory, accessory, deduct a foot from the above maximum lengths. NOTE: ANY SIZE PARTIAL FILLED TANKS TANKS CAN BE ACTUATED SIMULTANEOUSLY SIMULTANEOUSLY 1/4 IN. ACTUATION PIPING MAXIMUM 120 FT. (36.6 m) INCLUDING DROPS TO PNEUMATIC PNEUMATIC ACTUATOR(S)
SAFETY RELIEF VALVE
ANSUL AUTOMAN AUTOMAN II-C RELEASE
10 TANKS MAXIMUM OPTION 2
FIGURE 3 006774
SECTION IV – INSTALLATION INSTALLATION UL EX E X-4510 5-15-03 Page 19
All installations are to be performed in accordance with the parameters of this manual and all appropriate codes and standards from the local, state, and federal authority having jurisdiction. Before the SAPPHIRE fire suppression system is installed, the qualified installer should have developed a sketch in order to locate the equipment, to determine an actuation and distribution piping routing (refer to Piping/Nozzle Design and Actuation Requirements, Requirements, located in SECTION V – DESIGN, for both actuation and distribution piping for limitations). For successful system performance, the SAPPHIRE system components must be located within their approved temperature ranges. The system components components and the hazard hazard area must be within a temperature range between 0 °F to 120 °F (–17.8 °C to 49 °C).
MOUNTING TANK AND BRACKET ASSEMBLY !
CAUTION
Do not remove the outlet safety shipping cap until tank is securely mounted in the bracket. bracket. Failure to comply could result in personal injury or death from violent tank movement or overexposure to high concentrations of Novec 1230 agent. 1. Mount the back channels channels (supplied by others) for the mounting brackets to a rigid, vertical surface at the appropriate heights. heights. See Figure Figure 1. Make Make sure to use suitable suitable fasten fastening ing hardware.
INSTALLING INSTALLING DISTRIBUTION PIPING General Piping Requirements • Use Schedule 40 black black iron, galvanized, galvanized, chrome-plated, chrome-plated, or or stainless steel pipe conforming conforming to ASTM A53, or A106. All fittings must be 300 lb. Class minimum. Distribution pipe pipe sizes are 1 in. (40 lb. lb. tank only) only) and and 1 1/4 1/4 in. (80 lb. lb. tank only). only). • Pipe union unions s are accept acceptabl able. e. • Cast iron iron pipe pipe and fitting fittings s are not acceptable. • PTFE (Teflon) (Teflon) tape is the only acceptable acceptable pipe sealant sealant and must must be applied to male threads only.
NOTICE Do not allow tape to overlap the pipe opening, as this could cause possible blockage of the gas pressure. Thread sealant or compound must not be used. • Before assembling assembling the pipe and fittings, fittings, make make certain all ends are carefully reamed and blown blown clear of chips and scale. Inside of pipe and fittings must be free of oil and dirt. • All pipe lengths lengths are measured center center to center center of fittings. fittings. • Hangers Hangers must be placed placed within within 12 in. (30.5 (30.5 cm) of the discharge discharge nozzle. • Hangers must must be mounted mounted to a structure capable of supporting the weight of the pipe.
Piping and Nozzle Installation 1. With the tank properly secured in the the bracket, bracket, remove remove the discharge outlet safety shipping cap.
Tank Size ____
No. of of Unistrut C hannels ________
Height from Floor to B racket Cente____ rline _______________ ___________
2. If utilizing utilizing a 1 in. discharge discharge hose, hose, connect connect the the hose directly directly to the valve outlet. outlet. If rigid piping directly to the valve, valve, first attach the 1 in. Union Adaptor, Adaptor, Part Part No. 570557, to the the valve outlet. This adaptor is required to convert the outlet BSP threads to NPT.
40 lb.
1
13.0 in. (330 mm)
3. Continue piping remainder remainder of distribution distribution piping, following following the piping sketch completed in System Design Section.
80 lb.
1
23.5 in. (595 mm)
4. Verify Verify that the nozzle nozzle location is correct and rigidly mount the nozzle and connect to the distribution piping. piping. Make certain not to exceed the piping and elbow limitations as stated in “PIPING AND AND NOZZLE NOZZLE DESIGN DESIGN REQUIR REQUIREMENTS EMENTS”” in the System Design Section.
FIGURE 1 006732
2. Position Position the tank against the the back channel with with the valve valve outlet pointing to the left. 3. Insert the tank straps straps at top and and bottom and and secure with the bolts provided.
INSTALLATION DETECTION SYSTEM All detection and control design and installation requirements are located on the ANSUL AUTOPULSE DETECTION AND CONTROL SYSTEMS TECHNICAL TECHNICAL CD, No. 2001093.
INSTALLATION ACTUATION PIPING General Actuation Piping Requirements 1. Use only only 1/4 in. Schedule Schedule 40 black black iron, iron, hot-dipp hot-dipped ed galvagalvanized, chrome-plated, or stainless steel pipe/braided hose and fittings conforming to ASTM A120, A53, or A106. 2. Before assembling assembling the pipe and and fittings, fittings, make certain all ends are carefully reamed and blown clear of chips and scale. Inside of pipe and fittings must be free of oil and dirt.
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2. Remove actuation port protector protector cap from from the valve valve assembly assembly and install the pneumatic actuator, actuator, hand tighten. See Figure 3.
INSTALLATION ACTUATION PIPING (Continued) General Actuation Piping Requirements (Continued) 3. The piping and and fitting connections must must be sealed sealed with pipe pipe tape. When applying applying pipe tape, tape, start at the second male thread and wrap the tape (two turns maximum clockwise around the threads, away from the pipe opening.
PNEUMATIC ACTUATOR
NOTICE Do not allow tape to overlap the pipe opening, as this could cause possible blockage of the gas pressure. Thread sealant or compound must not be used. 4. Cast iron pipe and fittings are not acceptable. acceptable. 5. Actuation piping piping must be rigidly supported supported by UL listed hanghangers. 6. Refer to “ACTUA “ACTUATION REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS – OPTIONS 1 AND 2” in Design Section for for detailed piping limitations. limitations.
FIGURE 3
Actuation Piping Installation
006776
3. Install Install 1/4 in. actuatio actuation n piping/hos piping/hose e from gas outlet outlet port on the ANSUL AUTOMAN AUTOMAN II-C release to the tank(s) location.
Install actuation gas line by completing the following: !
4. If pneumatic pneumatic operated accessories are required, branch branch off the 1/4 in. actuation piping and run to each accessory. accessory.
CAUTION
Piston in each pneumatic valve actuator must be in the “UP” position before installing installing on valve. valve. If piston is not in the “UP” position, tank may actuate, causing personal injury or property damage. 1. Make certain the the piston in each pneumatic pneumatic actuator is in the “UP” position. position. See Figure Figure 2.
5. Complete actuation actuation piping from the NPT NPT pipe to the pneumatic actuator(s) using the 1/4 in. stainless steel hose and fittings fittings listed in the Component Section. 6. Install safety safety relief valve, Part No. No. 15677, in the last fitting of the actuation piping. See Figure 4. 1/4 IN. ACTUATION LINE
LAST FITTING IN ACTUATION LINE SAFETY RELIEF VALVE, PART NO. 15677 15677
1/4 IN. STAINLESS STAINLESS STEEL HOSE TO PNEUMATIC ACTUATOR
FIRED
COCKED APPROX. APPROX. 3/16 IN. (4.5 mm)
RESET
FIGURE 2 006775
FIGURE 4 006765
SECTION SECTION V – INSPECTION INSPECTION UL EX E X-4510 5-15-03 Page 21
Inspection is a “quick check” that a system is operable. operable. It is intended to give reasonable assurance that the system is fully charged and will operate. This is done by seeing that the system has not been tampered with and there is no obvious physical damage, or condition, to prevent prevent operation. The value of an inspection lies in the frequency, and thoroughness, with which it is conducted. Systems should be inspected at regular monthly intervals, or at more frequent intervals when circumstances require. The following visual checks should be performed during a SAPPHIRE system inspection: • Visually inspect the hazard area to verify verify that it has not changed. changed. Look for different fuels, new equipment, blocked open doors or dampers. • Check detectors detectors to make make certain they are in in place, not damaged or coated with dirt, grease, paint, or any contaminating substance. • Check all manual manual pull stations to to assure they have have not been tamtampered with and are not blocked from use. • Check all all alarm devices devices for damage, dirt, corrosion, etc. etc. • Check Check that the piping piping is secure secure and nozzles nozzles are are in place. place. Make certain the nozzles are not covered with dirt, grease, or paint and that there is nothing structural blocking the discharge. • Visually inspect all components for signs of of damage, such as disconnected or loose parts, corrosion, twisted or dented components, etc. • Check each each SAPPHIRE tank gauge to determine that that tank prespressure is in the operable range. range. • Visually verify that the control panel panel and/or releasing releasing device device is functioning properly. • Perform Perform any other checks checks that may may be required by by the authority having jurisdiction. • Record that the system has has been inspected inspected and inform inform the proper personnel.
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NOTES:
SECTION SECTION VI – MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE UL EX E X-4510 5-15-03 Page 23
Annual Maintenance Examination Systems shall be maintained at regular intervals, not more than one year apart, or when specifically indicated by an inspection. Maintenance is a “thorough “thorough check” of the system. It is intended intended to give maximum assurance that a system will operate effectively and safely. safely. It includes a thorough examination and any necessary repair, recharge, recharge, or replacement. It will reveal if there is a need for hydrostatic testing testing of the tank. The procedures listed in this section are the minimum minimum that are necessary necessary to maintain a system. system. If circumstances warrant them, a more thorough procedure should be followed followed to assure system performance. Make certain that all people affected by the maintenance are informed before you start. This may include the owner, security personnel, the local Fire Department, and possibly local workers that may be affected by equipment shutdown or start up.
NOTICE If the system includes an ANSUL AUTOMAN II-C releasing device, before proceeding with annual maintenance examination, insert lock pin in ANSUL AUTOMAN II-C release and remove remove nitrogen cartridge. Install safety safety shipping cap on cartridge. 1. Survey the hazard to make certain it has not not changed from what the system was designed designed to protect. While surveying the hazard, look for different fuels, loss of hazard integrity, new hazards, etc. 2. Check Check all nozzles nozzles to make certain certain they are in place. place. Check Check the condition of the nozzle for corrosion or damage and make certain it is not obstructed internally or externally. externally. 3. Check the condition of the piping to make certain that that it is properly secured in the hangers and that all fittings are connected tightly. 4. Check all all warning nameplates nameplates (signs) (signs) throughout throughout the a area. rea. Make certain they are in place, mounted securely, readable, and are not damaged. 5. Check Check all tank bracketi bracketing. ng. Make Make certain all tanks tanks are secured secured in the brackets. Check for corrosion, damage, damage, or missing components. 6. Check Check the condition condition of all all tanks. tanks. Look for for signs of damag damage e or corrosion, and check the tank’s last hydro date. (NFPA (NFPA 2001 states “Cylinders continuously in service without discharging shall be given a complete external visual inspection every five years or more frequently if required. required. The visual inspection inspection shall be in accordance with Compressed Gas Association Pamphlet Pamphlet C-6, Section 3; except that the cylinders need not be emptied or stamped while under pressure.”) Refer to NFPA 2001, Chapter 4 Inspection, Maintenance, Testing, and Training, for hydro requirements. 7. Check Check condition condition of all tank tank discharge discharge hoses. hoses. Look for for signs of structural problems like abrasions abrasions or weather checking. Make certain all hoses are connected properly. properly. All hoses must be tested every every 5 years. years. Refer to to NFPA NFPA 2001, Chapter 4 Inspection, Maintenance, Testing, and Training, for detailed testing r equirements. equirements.
8. Check condition condition of all actuators actuators by completing completing the following: following: • Remove all actuators from the tank tank valves (both electric and pneumatic) and leave them off until the final step in Maintenance Section. • For pneumatic pneumatic actuators, actuators, check the condition of each actuactuator to make certain certain they operate freely freely.. When finished, reset the pin in the up position. Do not install on tank valves. • For electric electric actuators, make certain certain all wires are properly connected. Do not install on tank valves.
NOTICE Before proceeding with Step No. No. 9, make certain all electric actuators have been removed from all valves and that the nitrogen cartridge has been removed from the ANSUL AUTOMAN II-C release and that the locking pin in the release mechanism has also been removed. 9. Check condition condition of control panel panel for tampering, corrosion, corrosion, or damage.Test panel at this point by referring to the appropriate AUTO AUTOPUL PULSE SE Contr Control ol System System manu manual. al. Not Note: e: If system system includes an ANSUL AUTOMAN II-C release, make certain cartridge is removed, release is cocked, and locking pin is not in place before each test. 10. Check all all detectors. detectors. Make certain they are in place, clean, clean, and not damaged. If required, check the sensitivity of each per the instructions of the detector detector manufacturer. manufacturer. See appropriate appropriate AUTOPULSE Control System manual for detailed instructions. 11. Check Check all pull stations stations.. Make certain certain they they are in place, place, that they are not blocked or damaged. Operate each pull station to make certain that they operate operate the control panel. Reset each pull station. 12. While checking the detectors and and electric pull stations, stations, inspect each alarm device. Check the alarm’s condition condition and verify that they operate properly properly when energized. Reset the alarm circuit after each test. 13. If the system includes includes an ANSUL AUTOMAN, AUTOMAN, check release by completing the following: • Make certain locking locking pin is not in place, place, and manually manually test release by operating operating the “STRIKE” “STRIKE” button on the the release mechanism. • Cock ANSUL AUTOMAN AUTOMAN II-C II-C release using cocking cocking lever, lever, Part No. 26310, and install locking locking pin. • Remove Remove gasket gasket from cartridge cartridge receiver receiver in ANSUL ANSUL AUTOMAN AUTOMAN II-C release mechanism. Check gasket for elasticity or cuts and replace if necessary. necessary. Clean and coat gasket lightly with a good grade of extreme temperature grease such as Dow Corning Corning No. No. 4. Reinstall gasket into cartridge receiver. Do not install cartridge at this time. 14. When all tests are complete, complete, reset control panel and all all accessory electrical equipment. 15. Make certain all electric and and pneumatic actuators are reset. 16. Install all electric and and pneumatic actuators actuators on tank tank valves. valves. Hand tighten.
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17. Install nitrogen cartridge in ANSUL AUTOMAN AUTOMAN II-C release by by completing the following: • Make certain release release mechanism is cocked cocked and locking locking bar is in place. • Remove Remove shipping shipping cap and weigh weigh nitrogen nitrogen cartridge. cartridge. Replace if weight weight is 1/2 oz. (14.2 g), or more, more, below the weight stamped on the cartridge. • Screw cartridge cartridge into release release mechanism, mechanism, hand hand tighten. tighten. • Remo Remove ve locking locking pin. • Close cover cover on enclosure, enclosure, install install locking pin pin through “STRIKE” button, and secure with with visual seal, seal, Part No. No. 197. 18. Record annual annual maintenance date date on tag attached attached to unit and/or in a permanent file. 19. Inform proper personnel that the system is back in service.
SECTIO SECTION N VII – RESET RESETTING TING AND REC RECHARG HARGE E UL EX E X-4510 5-15-03 Page 25
CLEARING ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT Refer to AUTOPULSE Installation, Operation, and Maintenance manuals for detailed instructions on resetting the electric detection system.
NOTICE If AUTOPULSE Control System is utilizing an ANSUL AUTOMAN II-C releasing device for pneumatic actuation, AUTOPULSE panel will remain in trouble condition until ANSUL AUTOMAN II-C release is cocked.
e. Remove the piston assembly, assembly, Part Part No. 570551, by by pushing up on it from the bottom of the valve. Discard complete piston assembly. f. Remove Remove collar collar O-ring, O-ring, and siphon siphon tube tube O-ring. O-ring. Discard Discard both. g. Clean all all internal valve valve surfa surfaces. ces. Use caution caution not to cause cause any scratching to surfaces. h. Use O-ring O-ring kit, Part Part No. No. 570559, 570559, to replace replace with with all new new O-rings. Apply Dow Corning No. 4 lube to all O-rings before installing on components.
CHECK MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
i. Push in ne new w piston piston assembly assembly,, Part Part No. No. 570551. 570551.
Piping and Nozzles
j. Screw in bonnet assembly, assembly, including new O-ring. Tighten with spanner wrench.
A fire condition could cause damage to the piping and nozzles and possibly support members. members. Check all rigid pipe supports supports and all fitting connections. Take the nozzles off the piping, inspect for damage, corrosion, or obstructions, clean and re-install.
k. Thread in bonnet bonnet locking screw followed followed by washer, washer, chain chain and socket head cap screw. screw. The cap screw holds the recoil cap chain to the tank valve body. l. Install Install collar collar and siphon siphon tube tube O-ring. O-ring. Before Before install installing, ing, coat coat with Dow Corning No. 4 lube.
Electric Detection System ANSUL AUTOMAN II-C RELEASING DEVICE – For complete resetting instructions, refer to Installation, Operation, and Maintenance manuals, manuals, Part Part No. 17788 and 31496. Note: Note: Before Before resetting release mechanism, mechanism, bleed pressure from actuation actuation piping by pulling ring on safety relief valve located on end of actuation piping. AUTOPULSE Control System – For complete resetting instructions, refer to the appropriate installation, operation, and maintenance manual.
m. Push siphon tube into base of valve and rotate rotate until locking screw hole in the siphon tube is aligned with the siphon tube locking screw hole in the valve valve base. Install siphon tube locking screw. n. Do not install install valve valve into into tank until until Step “g” “g” in “Recharg “Recharging ing Instructions, Step 5.” BONNET ASSEMBLY, PART NO. 570543 RECOIL CAP, PART NO. 570553
RECHARGING !
CAUTION PISTON ASSEMBLY, PART NO. 570551
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Make certain tanks contain no pressure before removing valves. valves. If tank contains pressure, removing removing valve could cause violent tank movement, causing personnel injury or property damage.
M4 X 6 MM SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW STAINLESS STEEL
1. Remove empty SAPPHIRE SAPPHIRE tanks by by removing the actuators (either electric or pneumatic). 2. Remo Remove ve empty empty tanks from brack brackets. ets.
M4 WASHER STAINLESS
3. Tank valves valves must be cleaned internally and all O-rings replaced prior to tanks tanks being recharged. recharged. Follow instructions listed in Step No. No. 4.
SIPHON TUBE LOCKING SCREW M5 X 10 MM SOCKET HEAD DOG POINT
4. Valve alve cleaning/O cleaning/O-ring -ring replace replacemen mentt instruction instructions. s. Ref Refer er to Figure 1 for component descriptions. The following components are required for valve rebuilding: • Bonnet Bonnet assemb assembly ly,, Part Part No. 570543 570543 • Piston Piston assembl assembly y, Part Part No. 570551 570551 • O-ring O-ring kit, kit, P Part art No. No. 570 570559 559 a. Remo Remove ve the valve valve from from the tank. tank. b. Remove the siphon tube locking locking screw to to allow removal removal of the siphon tube from the valve. c. Remove the socket socket head cap screw that holds the recoil cap chain to the valve body. d. Remove bonnet locking locking screw from from the same port port as socket head cap screw mentioned mentioned in Step “c” and unscrew the bonnet assembly assembly,, Part No. No. 570543, using the spanner wrench, Part Part No. 570574. Remove and discard O-ring from from bonnet assembly.
BONNET LOCKING SCREW M4 X 10 MM STAINLESS STEEL, DOG POINT
NOTE: NOTE: O-RING O-RING KIT, PART NO. 570559, INCLUDES ITEMS 1, 2, 3
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RECHARGING (Continued)
w. Once tank pressure pressure is correct, remove remove from fill station.
5. Rechargin Recharging g Instruction Instructions: s: a. See Figure 2 for a typical recharge station station configuration. configuration. b. Install a drier (such as a Hammond DRIERITE DRIERITE filter) filter) in a threaded port on the Novec 1230 1230 agent container. container. A drier is required because humid air may cause the agent to convert to an acid.
VENT VALVE
VENT VALVE
d. The agent can can either be pumped pumped or gravity gravity fed fed to the tank. tank.
h. Purge tank by by pressurizing pressurizing through a Fill Adaptor Adaptor Assembly, Assembly, Part No. 570576, to 100 psi (6.9 bar) with dry nitrogen, then vent pressure. pressure. This process will remove humid air from the tank. i. Fill tank tank with correct correct amount amount of agent agent by by weight. weight. See namenameplate for this information. j. Set regulator to 20 psi (1.4 bar) lower than the required tank pressure based on ambient temperature. temperature. Refer to pressure pressure vs. temperat temperature ure chart in this section. Pressurize Pressurize tank. Forcefully agitate agitate tank while pressurizing. k. After correct pressure is reached, close close valve valve near tank valve outlet. l. Close tank valve by by using Top Adaptor Assembly Assembly,, Part No. No. 570579, as follows. follows. Set regulator to 450 psi (31.0 bar). Pressure Top Top Adaptor Assembly Assembly.. Open and close the valve rapidly to prevent over-pressurizing of tank. m. Vent pressure from tank valve outlet. outlet. n. Remove Remove Fill Adaptor Adaptor Assembly Assembly and install install recoil cap on valve outlet. o. Agitate tank violently so that that the agent agent can absorb absorb the nitrogen. p. Add more nitrogen through through the Top Adaptor Assembly Assembly.. Using the pressure vs. temperature chart chart at ambient temperature, set the regulated pressure at the corresponding pressure plus 8 psi (.6 bar). It takes 8 psi (.6 bar) to overcome the spring force in the valve valve core. Note: Do not use gauge on valve to determine recharge pressure. q. Repeat Repeat Steps Steps “o” and “q” “q” until until the agent agent has fully fully absorbed absorbed the nitrogen. r. Let tank tank assem assembly bly sit sit for for 3 hours hours.. s. Check the tank valve valve for leaks leaks by using using soap and water solution. t. Check Check tank tank gauge gauge pressu pressure re based based on on pressure pressure vs. temperature chart. u. Repe Repeat at St Step ep “o.” v. Recheck Recheck gauge gauge pressure. pressure. If gauge gauge reading reading decreas decreased, ed, repeat Step “p.”
AGENT STORAGE TANK
FILTER (20 OR LESS MICRONS)
FILL ADAPTOR
e. Tank must be visually inspected inspected and clean inside. inside. IMPORTANT – no moisture is allowed in the tank. It must be completely completely dried. Water Water mixed with agent will cause acid. g. Reinstall valve and siphon siphon tube assembly into tank. tank. Tighten securely.
DRYER
FILL PRESSURE GAUGE
c. The outlet of the container container requires requires an inline (20 micron or smaller) filter.
f. Reb Rebuild uild valve valve.. See “V “Valve Rebu Rebuild ild Instructi Instructions ons,,” Step 4. 4.
PUMP OR GRAVITY FED
TOP ADAPTOR
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6. Replace recharged recharged tanks in bracket bracket and follow follow “Installation” “Installation” procedures to put system back in service. 7. Inform proper proper personnel that the system is back back in service. NOVEC 1230 PRESSURE VS.TEMPERATURE CHART 430 410 390 ) 370 G I S P ( 350 E R U S330 S E R310 P
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