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Appendix 1: Clean Agent Suppression
System Control Panels |
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1.0
Purpose
This document provides a procedure for conducting periodic testing of a fire-detection device required by NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code®, Table 14.4.3.2 Device 17 (2).
2.0
Scope
This test shall be performed semi-annually on every clean agent suppression system control panel.
3.0 Planning
Notify the facility work coordinator using the approved electronic work control notification procedure. Allow one week for approval of the requested work, and be prepared to reschedule the requested work to satisfy the area’s production schedule.
Testing requirements include:
- 2 staff members
- 2 hours of time
- equipment
o manufacturer’s manual (see Section 8.0)
o Safe Guard Aerosol Smoke Tester
o Air Blast Aerosol Cleaner
o thermometer or temperature gauge
o Clean
Agent Control Panel Data Sheet
o Cylinder Inspection Data Sheet
4.0
Test
Preparation
4.1
Ensure
access to the necessary equipment is available and does not interfere with
accelerator operation.
4.2
Use Chapter 5: Fire Protection System Impairment Procedure
for detailed instructions on work planning, advanced notification, and
administrative controls.
4.3
Post
the Fire
Alarm Systems Testing in Progress sign(s).
4.4
Notify
the technical representative (TR) to witness the test.
4.5
Evacuate
the hazard area of all personnel.
4.6
Disconnect
the building audible alarms at the Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP).
4.6.1
Station
a knowledgeable technician at the FACP at all times that the audible alarms are
disconnected.
4.6.2
This
technician is to remain attentive until the audible alarms are reconnected.
4.6.3
In
the unlikely event an unanticipated fire alarm signal is received on the FACP,
the technician shall reconnect the building audible devices and join the
building evacuation.
4.7
Disconnect
clean agent system control and releasing devices from agent storage cylinders
and tag out.
5.0 Test Implementation
5.1
Clear
all passages on smoke detectors with Air Blast Aerosol Cleaner.
5.2
Record
all agent storage cylinder
- serial numbers,
- Tare/Gross/Net weight,
- hydrostatic test date,
- pressure, and
- ambient temperature.
- Note
any mechanical damage to the storage cylinders or cylinder brackets.
5.3
Record
discharge nozzle and orifice plate nomenclature; verify that no obstructions
exist.
5.4
Examine
the entire piping system, including hangers; verify that everything is secure.
5.5
Note
any signs of corrosion on the piping system, or abrasion on flexible discharge
hoses.
5.6
Verify
that all instruction and warning plates are installed properly and are legible.
5.7
Using
the Safe Guard Aerosol Smoke Tester, verify the operation of each smoke
detector.
5.8
Use
the Air Blast Aerosol Cleaner to clear passages after smoking each detector.
5.9
Operate
all manual actuation and abort controls, resetting each after verification of
proper operation.
5.10
Verify
the operation of the releasing mechanism. Record data indicating zoning,
notification appliance operation, and pre-discharge delay setting.
5.11
Record
backup battery condition and verify the charging circuit. Confirm
- that the detector LED lights.
- proper indication of the suppression control
panel.
- an alarm condition is indicated on the NCC workstation,
security post 2 workstation, and the alarm viewer and associated graphic
display.
- an alarm condition is indicated on the Fire
Protection Engineer’s pager.
6.0 System Restoration
6.1
Reconnect
the clean agent control and releasing devices; remove the lock out tag out.
6.2
Reconnect
the building audible alarms at the suppression control panel.
6.3
Dismiss
assisting technician at the FACP.
6.4
Remove
the Fire Alarm Systems Testing in
Progress notification signs previously posted.
6.4.1
Notify
the TR when the tests are complete and the system is on-line and
operational. Allow the TR to verify normal
operating conditions of the system.
6.4.2
Allow
personnel to return to the area previously designated as hazardous.
7.0
Conclusion
Upon completion of the procedure, the clean agent
suppression system control panel is on-line and operational.
8.0
References
-
Control Panel Manufacture O & M Manual;
MAINTENANCE Section
- NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
9.0
Revision
History
rev |
summary |
date |
1.0 |
triennial
review - updated - header and footer per discussion with T. Minga, 05.05.2022; - 9.0 per footer dates, as well as format of 9.0; - made general edits and format updates (e.g., bullets, spacing, etc.) - corrected
acronyms and abbreviations (e.g., SOTR to TR) - replaced previous
red-boxed links with more up-to-date red-outlined box links (see below) |
05.14.2022 |
0.2 |
periodic review; updated
author and Fire Protection Manager from E. Douberly to T. Minga |
06.02.2019 |
0.1 |
periodic review; minor edits |
06.02.2016 |
0.0 |
initial release |
06.15.2011 |
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