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Appendix 6: Protectowire Heat Detector Examination |
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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(4)(b).
2.0
Scope
This test is to be performed on
each Protectowire Heat Detector annually.
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; be prepared
to reschedule the requested work to satisfy the area’s production schedule.
Testing
requirements include:
·
2
staff members
·
amount
of time is quantity-dependent
·
equipment
o
Detector
Manufacturer’s O & M Manual (refer to 8.0 below)
o
Small
Piece of Bare Copper Wire
o
Protectowire
Heat Detector Data Sheet
4.0
Test Preparation
4.1
Establish
the fire detection system impairment using Chapter 5: Fire Protection System Impairment Procedure
for detailed instructions on work planning, advanced notification, and
administrative controls.
4.2
Post
the Fire
Alarm Systems Testing in Progress sign(s).
4.3
Notify
the technical representative (TR) and invite them to witness the test.
4.4
Evacuate
the hazard area of all personnel.
4.5
Station
a knowledgeable technician at the Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP).
4.6
Disconnect
the building audible alarms at the FACP.
4.7
This
technician is to remain attentive at the FACP at all times that the audible
alarms are disconnected.
4.8
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.
5.0
Conduct the Test
5.1
Record
the detector’s serial number and location on the Protectowire
Heat Detector Data Sheet.
5.2
Test
the Protectowire Heat Detector by introducing a small piece of bare copper wire
across the "end of line resistor" located at the EOL junction box for
each zone.
5.3
Observe
operational condition of each heat detector.
5.4
Check
each detector for paint or obstruction.
5.5
Verify
alarm conditions are indicated at the following locations:
· associated agent release panel;
· building FACP;
· workstation at Security Post 2 plus
the alarm viewer and associated graphic display; and, the
· Fire Marshal’s pager.
5.6
Document
results on the
Protectowire Heat Detector Data Sheet.
5.7
Place
a "Tested" sticker, with date and technician’s name, on the detector
housing.
6.0
System Restoration
6.1
Reconnect
the building audible alarms at the FACP.
6.2
Dismiss
the technician who is assisting at the FACP.
6.3
Remove
the Fire
Alarm Systems Testing in Progress notification signs previously posted.
6.4
Notify
the TR that the tests are complete and the system is on-line and
operational. Allow the TR to verify that
the system is in normal operating condition.
6.5
Allow
personnel to return to the area previously designated as hazardous.
7.0
Conclusion
Upon completion of the procedure,
the Protectowire Heat Detector is on-line and operational.
8.0
References
·
Detector
Manufacturer’s O & M manual; MAINTENANCE Section
·
NFPA
72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
9.0
Revision History
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summary |
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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) |
05.19.2022 |
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0.2 |
periodic review; updated
author and Fire Protection Manager from E. Douberly to T. Minga |
06.02.2019 |
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0.1 |
periodic review; minor edits |
06.02.2016 |
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0.0 |
initial release |
06.15.2011 |
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ISSUING
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AUTHOR |
APPROVAL
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NEXT REVIEW
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Fire Protection Department |
05.19.2022 |
05.19.2025 |
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