finalguideline checklist for initiating devices

GUIDELINES / CHECKLIST FOR INITIATING DEVICES BASED ON NFPA 72 (2010 Edition)

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1.1

17.4

17.4.1

General Requirements

These requirements shall apply to all initiating devices.

1.2 17.4.2 Initiating devices shall not be installed in inaccessible areas.

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1.3 17.4.3 Where subject to mechanical damage, an initiating device shall be protected. A mechanical guard used to protect a smoke, heat, or radiant energy-sensing detector shall be listed for use with the detector.

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2. 17.5 Requirements for Smoke & Heat Detectors

2.1 17.5.1 Recessed MountingUnless tested and listed for recessed mounting, detectors shall not be recessed into the mounting surface.

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2.2 17.5.2 PartitionsWhere partitions extend to within 15 percent of the ceiling height, the spaces separated by the partitions shall be considered as separate rooms.

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2.3 17.5.317.5.3.1

Detector CoverageTotal (Complete) CoverageWhere required by laws, codes, or standards, and unless otherwise modified by 17.5.3.1.1 through 17.5.3.1.5, total coverage shall include all rooms, halls, storage areas, basements, attics, lofts, spaces above suspended ceilings, and other subdivisions and accessible spaces, as well as the inside of all closets,

Maintenance Area (outdoor

designated area) adjacent to the Absorber Pump station, it can be

Storage Area has not been

provided with any detector.

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elevator shafts, enclosed stairways, dumb-waiter shafts, and chutes.

17.5.3.1.1 Where inaccessible areas are constructed of or contain combustible material, unless otherwise specified in 17.5.3.1.2, they shall be made accessible and shall be protected by a detector(s).

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17.5.3.1.2

(1)

Detectors shall not be required in combustible blind spaces if any of the following conditions exist:

Where the ceiling is attached directly to the underside of the supporting beams of a combustible roof or floor deck.

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(2) Where the concealed space is entirely filled with a noncombustible insulation (In solid joist construction, the insulation shall be required to fill only the space from the ceiling to the bottom edge of the joist of the roof or floor deck.)

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(3) Where there are small concealed spaces over rooms, provided that any space in question does not exceed 50 ft2 (4.6m2) in area.

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(4) In spaces formed by sets of facing studs or solid joists in walls, floors, or ceilings, where the distance between the facing studs or solid joists is less than 6 in. (150 mm).

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17.5.3.1.3

(1)

Detectors shall not be required below open grid ceilings if all of the following conditions exist:

Openings of the grid are ¼ in. (6.4 mm) or larger in the least dimension.

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(2) Thickness of the material does not exceed the least dimension.

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(3) Openings constitute at least 70 percent of the area of the ceiling material.

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17.5.3.1.4 Detectors shall not required in concealed, accessible spaces above suspended ceilings that are used as a return air plenum meeting the requirements of NFPA 90A. Standard for the Installation of Air-Conditioning and Ventilating Systems, where equipped with smoke detection at each connection from the plenum to the central air-handling system.

√ To install detectors if height of ceiling void is more than 0.8 m (To review)

Void is required to be protected by detector if it is more than 1m(H)x10m(W) x10m(L) as per MS174514: 2009.

17.5.3.1.5

(1)

Detectors shall not be required underneath open loading docks or platforms and their covers and for accessible under-floor spaces if all of the following conditions exist:

Space is not accessible for storage purposes or entrance of unauthorized persons and is protected against the accumulation of windborne debris.

Area underneath the platform for Absorber Pump has not been provided with detector.

(2) Space contains no equipment such as steam pipes, electric wiring, shafting, or conveyors.

(3) Floor over the space is tight.

(4) No flammable liquids are processed, handled, or stored on the floor above.



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3.1

17.6

17.6.2

17.6.2.1

Heat-Sensing Fire Detectors

Temperature

ClassificationHeat-sensing fire detectors of the fixed-temperature or rate-compensated, spot type shall be classified as to be temperature of operation in accordance with Table 17.6.2.1.

State the selected temperature classification.

Heat Detector Model:- WMX5000 (as stated in the drawing). It is FM listed and is designed to be used in indoor & outdoor industrial environment.

Operating Temperature and Alarm Threshold (adjustable) of the Detector is -20oC to 80oC and 32oC to 90oC respectively.



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Table 17.6.2.1 Temperature Classification and Color Code for Heat-Sensing Fire Detectors======================================================================================= Maximum Temperature Ceiling Rating Rage Temperature

TemperatureClasification oF oC

oF oCColor Code

Low*OrdinaryIntermediateHighExtra highVery extra highUltra high

100-134135-174175-249250-324325-399400-499500-575

39-5758-7980-121122-162163-204205-259260-302

90115155230305380480

284769111152194249

UncolouredUncolored

WhiteBlue Red

GreenOrange

* Intended only for installation in controlled ambient areas. Units shall be marked to indicate maximum ambient installation temperature.

17.6.2.3 Ambient Ceiling TemperatureDetectors having fixed-temperature or rate-compensated elements shall be selected in accordance with Table 17.6.2.1 for the maximum expected ambient ceiling temperature. The temperature rating of the detector shall be at least 20oF (11oC) above the maximum expected temperature at the ceiling.

√ Maximum expected ambient temperature = 55oC

3.2 17.6.3

17.6.3.1

Location and Spacing

Smooth Ceiling(Uninterupted by continuous projections of more than 100 mm. See definition in 3.3.33.3).

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17.6.3.1.1 SpacingOne of the following requirements shall apply:

See Figure A.17.6.3.1.1(a) for the max. allowable spacing of Heat Detector



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(1) (a) Distance between detectors shall not exceed their listed spacing.

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(b) Distance from walls or partition <0.5 S

√ S: Max permissible spacing between detectors.

FM Listed Spacing for Heat Detector Model:- WMX5000 is 4.5mx4.5m

(2) Distance of any point on the ceiling from detector < 0.7 S

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17.6.3.1.2

(1)

Irregular Areas

Spacing between detectors can be greater than S, provided distance between detector to the furthest point of a side wall or corner within its zone of protection ≤ 0.7 S

√ Coverage of a Heat Detector is not a square but rather a circle with radius of 0.7S.

The Irregular Area must still fit within the circles of Heat Detector coverage.

17.6.3.1.3

17.6.3.1.3.1

Location

(a) Distance of detector from wall > 100 mm

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(b) Distance of detector (if mounted on wall) from ceiling > 100 mm and ≤ 300 mm

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17.6.3.2 Solid Joint Construction(Depth of joint > 100 mm and spacing between joints ≤ 910mm. See definition in 3.3.33.4.)

√ Ceiling shall be treated as a smooth ceiling if the ceiling projection is no more than 100mm



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17.6.3.2.1 Distance between detectors ≤ 0.5 S

√ This is only applicable for detector spacing at right angle to the solid joint.

See Figure A.17.6.3.2

17.6.3.2.2 Detector shall be mounted at the bottom of joints for Solid Joint Construction.

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17.6.3.3 Beam Construction(Solid members > 100 mm and spaced >910 mm. See definition in 3.3.33.1).

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17.6.3.3.1.2 Spacing shall not be more than 2/3 S.

√ This is only applicable for detector spacing at right angle to the beam travel.

17.6.3.3.1.3 Where depth of beams >460 mm and >2.44 m between centres, each bay formed by the beams shall be treated as a separate area.

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17.6.3.3.2 Where depth of beams is less than 300 mm and less than 2.44 m between centres, detectors are permitted to be installed on the bottom of beams.

√ Can also be mounted on the underside of slab.

17.6.3.4 Slopping Ceilings (Peaked and Shed). See also definition in 3.3.31.1. A ceiling that has a slope of more than 1 in 8 (7.1 Degrees from horizontal)

√ State the Ceiling Slope angle

17.6.3.4.1.1 For ceiling slope less than 30o, detectors shall be spaced using the height at the peak. See Figure A.17.6.3.4(a).

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17.6.3.4.1.2 Ceiling Slopes of 30 Degree or GreaterAll detectors, other than those located in the peak, shall be spaced using the average slope height or the height of the peak. See Figure A.17.6.3.4(b).

√ Horizontal heat detector spacing should be adjusted using the average slope height or the height of the peak with referring to Table 17.6.3.5.1

17.6.3.4.1.3 Spacing shall be measured along a horizontal projection of the ceiling in accordance with the type of ceiling construction.

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17.6.3.4.217.6.3.4.2.1

LocationA row of detectors shall first be located at or within 36 in. (910 mm) of the peak of the ceiling.

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17.6.3.4.2.2 Additional detectors shall be located as determined in 17.6.3.4.1.1 & 17.6.3.4.1.2

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17.6.3.517.6.3.5.1

High CeilingsOn ceilings 10 ft to 30 ft (3.0 m to 9.1 m) high, heat detector spacing shall be reduced in accordance with Table 17.6.3.5.1 prior to any additional reductions for beams, joists, or slope, where applicable.

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Exception: Table 17.6.3.5.1 shall not apply to the following detectors, which rely on the integration effect:

(1) Line-type electrical conductivity detectors (see 3.3.59.10)(2) Pneumatic rate-of-rise tubing heat detectors (see 3.3.59.14)

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Table 17.6.3.5.1 Heat Detector Spacing Reduction Based on Ceiling Height18.4 Ceiling Height Above Up to and Including Multiply Listed19.4 ft m ft m Spacing by20.4 0

10121416182022242628

03.03.74.34.95.56.16.77.37.98.5

1012141618202224262830

3.03.74.34.95.56.16.77.37.98.59.1

1.000.910.840.770.710.640.580.520.460.400.34

State the Heat Detector Reduced Spacing for each individual room

17.6.3.5.2 Spacing MinimumThe minimum spacing of heat detectors shall not be required to be less than 0.4 times the height of the ceiling.

√ State the minimum spacing of Heat Detector

Heat Detector with higher linear space rating should be use, if required, in order to meet both Spacing Minimum and Reduction requirements.

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4.1

17.7

17.7.117.7.1.8

Smoke-Sensing Fire DetectorsGeneralSuitability of smoke detectors for various ambient conditions

√ See also Clause A21.3.5

Heat Detector are provided for the open Structures for FGD Pump and Induced Draft Fan instead of Smoke Detector

4.2 17.7.317.7.3.2.1

Location and SpacingSpot-type smoke detectors shall be located on the ceiling or, if on a sidewall, between the ceiling and 12 in. (300 mm) down from the ceiling to the top of the detector.

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17.7.3.2.2 To minimize dust contamination, smoke detectors, where installed under raised floors, shall be mounted only in an orientation for which they have been listed.

√ See Figure A.17.7.3.2.2 for typical mounting installation of Smoke Detector in raised floor

17.7.3.2.3 On smooth ceilings, spacing for spot-type smoke detectors shall be in accordance with 17.7.3.2.3.1 through 17.7.3.2.3.5.

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17.7.3.2.3.1 In the absence of specific performance-based design criteria, smooth ceiling smoke detector spacing shall be a nominal 30 ft (9.1 m).

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17.7.3.2.3.2 In all cases, the manufacturer’s published instructions shall be followed.

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17.7.3.2.3.4 For the detection of flaming fires, the guidelines in Annex B shall be permitted to be used.

√ Can this be omitted?

17.7.3.2.3.5 For smooth ceiling, horizontal distance of any point to detector <0.7 S.

√ S: Spacing

For smoke detector spacing of irregularly shaped areas, see A.17.7.3.2.3.5

17.7.3.2.4

17.7.3.2.4.2(1)

Solid joints and beam ConstructionFor level ceilings, a ceiling that has a slope of less than 1 in 8 (7.1 Degrees from horizontal),If depth of beams (D) <10% of ceiling height (H), smooth ceiling spacing shall be permitted.

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(2) If D >0.1 H(a) Where beam spacing

>0.4 H, detectors shall be located on the ceiling in each beam pocket

√ Take beams as wall

(b) If beam spacing <0.4 H

i) Adopt smooth ceiling spacing in the direction parallel to the beams, and 0.5 S smooth ceiling spacing in the direction perpendicular to the beams.

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ii) Detectors to be on the ceiling or on the bottom of the beams.

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(4) For corridors 15 ft (4.6m) in width or less having ceiling beams or solid joists perpendicular to the corridor length, the following shall apply:(a) Smooth ceiling

spacing shall be permitted.

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(b) Location of spot-type smoke detectors on ceilings, sidewalls, or the bottom of beams or solid joists.

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(5) For rooms of 900 ft2 (84 m2) or less, the following shall be permitted:(a) Use of smooth ceiling

spacing.

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(b) Location of spot-type smoke detectors on ceilings or on the bottom of beams.

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17.7.3.2.4.3 For sloping ceilings with beams running parallel up slope, the following shall apply:

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(1) Spot-type detector(s) shall be located on the ceiling within beam pocket(s).

(2) The ceiling height shall be taken as the average height over slope.

√ Ceiling Height to be used in calculating Room ACH to determine the spacing reduction of a Smoke Detector

(3) Spacing shall be measured along a horizontal projection of the ceiling.

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(4) Smooth ceiling spacing shall be permitted within beam pocket(s) parallel to the beams.

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(5) For beam depths less than or equal to 10 percent of the ceiling height (0.1 H), spot-type detectors shall be located with smooth ceiling spacing perpendicular to the beams.

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(6) For beam depths greater than 10 percent of the ceiling height (0.1 H), the following shall apply for spacing perpendicular to the beams:-

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(a) For beam spacing greater than or equal to 40 percent of the ceiling height (0.4 H), spot-type detectors shall be located in each beam pocket.

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(b) For beam spacing less than 40 percent of the

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ceiling height (0.4 H), spot-type detectors shall not be required in every beam pocket but shall be spaced not greater than 50 percent of smooth ceiling spacing.

21.417.7.3.2.4.4 For sloping ceilings with beams running perpendicular across slope, the following shall apply:(1) Spot-type detector(s)

shall be located at the bottom of the beams.

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(2) The ceiling height shall be taken as the average height over slope.

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22.4 (3) Spacing shall be measured along a horizontal projection of the ceiling.

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23.4 (4) Smooth ceiling spacing shall be permitted within beam pocket(s).

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24.4 (5) For beam depths less than or equal to 10 percent of the ceiling height (0.1 H), spot-type detectors shall be located with smooth ceiling spacing.

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25.4 (6) For beam depths greater than 10 percent of the ceiling height (0.1 H), spot-type detectors shall not exceed 50 percent of smooth ceiling spacing.

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26.417.7.3.2.4.5 For sloped ceilings with beam pockets formed by intersecting beams, the following shall apply:(1) Spot-type detector(s)

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shall be located at the bottom of the beams.

27.4 (2) The ceiling height shall be taken as the average height over slope.

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28.4 (3) Spacing shall be measured along a horizontal projection of the ceiling.

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29.4 (4) For beam depths less than or equal to 10 percent of the ceiling height (0.1 H), spot-type detectors shall be spaced with not more than three beams between detectors and shall not exceed smooth ceiling spacing.

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30.4 (5) For beam depths greater than 10 percent of the ceiling height (0.1 H), spot-type detectors shall be spaced with not more than two beams between detectors, but shall not be required to be spaced closer than (0.4 H), and shall not exceed 50 percent of smooth ceiling spacing.

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31.417.7.3.2.4.6 For sloped ceilings with solid joists, the detectors shall be located on the bottom of the joist.

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32.417.7.3.3 PeakedDetectors shall first be spaced and located within 36 in. (910 mm) of the peak, measured horizontally. The number and spacing of additional detectors, if any, shall be based on the horizontal

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projection of the ceiling.

33.417.7.3.4 ShedDetectors shall first be spaced and located within 36 in .(910 mm) of the high side of the ceiling, measured horizontally. The number and spacing of additional detectors, if any, shall be based on the horizontal projection of the ceiling.

√ See Figure A17.6.3.4(a)

34.417.7.3.5 Raised Floors and Suspended CeilingsSpaces beneath raised floors and above suspended ceilings shall be treated as separate rooms for smoke detector spacing purposes. Detectors installed beneath raised floors or above suspended ceilings, or both, including raised floors and suspended ceilings used for environmental air, shall not be used in lieu of providing detection within the room

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35.417.7.3.5.1

(1)

For raised floors, the following shall apply:Detectors installed beneath raised floors shall be spaced in accordance with 17.7.3.1, 17.7.3.1.3 and 17.7.3.2.2.

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36.4 (2) Where the area beneath the raised floor is also used for environmental air, detector spacing shall also conform to 17.7.4.1 and 17.7.4.2

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37.417.7.3.5.2

(1)

For suspended ceilings, the following shall apply:Detector spacing above suspended ceilings shall conform to the requirements of 17.7.3 for the ceiling configuration.

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38.4 (2) Where detectors are installed in ceilings used for environmental air, detector spacing shall also conform to 17.7.4.1 and 17.7.4.2.

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39.417.7.3.6

17.7.3.6.1

Air Sampling-Type Smoke DetectorEach sampling port of an air sampling-type smoke detector shall be treated as a spot-type detector or the purpose of location and spacing.

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40.417.7.3.6.2 Maximum air sample transport time from the farthest sampling port to the detector shall not exceed 120 seconds.

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41.417.7.3.6.3 Sampling pipe networks shall be designed on the basis of, and shall be supported by, sound fluid dynamic principles to ensure required performance.

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42.417.7.3.6.4 Sampling pipe network design details shall include calculations showing the flow characteristics of the pipe network and each sample port.

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43.417.7.3.6.5 Air-sampling detectors shall give a trouble signal if the airflow is outside the manufacturer’s specified range.

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44.417.7.3.6.6 The sampling ports and in-line filter, if used, shall be kept clear in accordance with the manufacturer’s published instructions.

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45.417.7.3.6.7 Air-sampling network piping and fittings shall be airtight and permanently fixed.

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46.417.7.3.6.8 Sampling system piping shall be conspicuously identified as ‘SMOKE DETECTOR SAMPLING TUBE – DO NOT DISTURB’ as follows:

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47.4 (1) At changes in direction or branches of piping.

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48.4 (2) At each side of penetrations of walls, floors, or other barriers.

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49.4 (3) At intervals on piping that provide visibility within the space, but no greater than 20 ft (6.1m).

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50.417.7.3.7

17.7.3.7.1

Projected Beam – Type Smoke DetectorsProjected beam-type smoke detectors shall be located in accordance with the manufacturer’s published instructions.

√ Seldom used in Malaysia.

4.3 17.7.4 Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning (HVAC)

Refer to A17.7.4.1

Smoke Detector should not located closer than 910mm from an air supply diffuser or return air opening.

51.417.7.4.1 In spaces served by air-handling systems, detectors shall not be located where airflow prevents operation of the detectors.

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52.417.7.4.2 Detectors installed in plenums shall comply with17.7.4.2.1 and 17.7.4.2.2

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53.417.7.4.2.1 In under-floor spaces and above-ceiling

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spaces thatare used as HVAC plenums, detectors shall be listed for the anticipated environment as required by 17.7.1.8. Detector spacings and locations shall be selected on the basis of anticipatedairflow patterns and fire type.

54.417.7.4.2.2 Detectors placed in environmental air ducts or plenums shall not be used as a substitute for open area detectors. Where detectors are used for the control of smoke spread, the requirements of 17.7.5 shall apply. Where open area protectionis required, 17.7.3 shall apply.

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4.4 17.7.5 Smoke Detectors for Control of Smoke Spread

55.417.7.5.1 Classifications. Smoke detectors installed and used to prevent smoke spread by initiating control of fans, dampers,doors, and other equipment shall be classified in the followingmanner:(1) Area detectors that are installed in the related smokecompartments(2) Detectors that are installed in the air duct systems(3) Video image smoke detection that

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is installed in relatedsmoke compartments

56.417.7.5.2 Limitation

57.417.7.5.2.1 Detectors that are installed in the air duct systemin accordance with 17.7.5.1(2) shall not be used as a substitutefor open area protection.

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58.417.7.5.2.2 Where open area protection is required, 17.7.3 shall apply.

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59.417.7.5.3 Purposes See also A17.7.5.3

60.417.7.5.3.1 To prevent the recirculation of dangerous quantities of smoke, a detector approved for air duct use shall beinstalled on the supply side of air-handling systems as required by NFPA 90A, Standard for the Installation of Air-Conditioning andVentilating Systems, and 17.7.5.4.2.1.

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61.417.7.5.3.2 If smoke detectors are used to initiate selectivelythe operation of equipment to control smoke spread, the requirementsof 17.7.5.4.2.2 shall apply.

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62.417.7.5.3.3 If detectors are used to initiate the operation of smoke

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doors, the requirements of 17.7.5.6 shall apply.

63.417.7.5.3.4 If duct detectors are used to initiate the operationof smoke dampers within ducts, the requirements of 17.7.5.5 shall apply.

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64.417.7.5.4 Application

65.417.7.5.4.1 Area Smoke Detectors Within Smoke Compartments. Area smoke detectors within smoke compartments shallbe permitted to be used to control the spread of smoke by initiatingoperation of doors, dampers, and other equipment.

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66.417.7.5.4.2 Smoke Detection for the Air Duct System

67.417.7.5.4.2.1 Supply Air System. Where the detection of smoke in the supply air system is required by other NFPA standards, adetector(s) listed for the air velocity present and that is located in the supply air duct downstream of both the fan and the filters shall be installed.Exception: Additional smoke detectors shall not be required to be installedin ducts where the air duct system passes through other smoke

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compartments not served by the duct.

68.417.7.5.4.2.2 Return Air System. Unless otherwise modified by 17.7.5.4.2.2(A) or 17.7.5.4.2.2(B), if the detection of smoke inthe return air system is required by other NFPA standards, a detector(s) listed for the air velocity present shall be locatedwhere the air leaves each smoke compartment, or in the duct system before the air enters the return air system common tomore than one smoke compartment.

Smoke Detector should be installed up to 300mm in front of or behind the return air opening and spaced according to Figure A.17.7.5.4.2.2

69.417.7.5.4.2.2(A)

Additional smoke detectors shall not be required to be installed in ducts where the air duct system passes throughother smoke compartments not served by the duct.

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70.417.7.5.4.2.2(B)

Where total coverage smoke detection is installed in all areas of the smoke compartment served by the return air system, installation of air duct detectors in the return air system shall not be required, provided that their function is accomplished by the design of the area detection system.

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71.417.7.5.5 Location and Installation of Detectors in Air Duct Systems

72.417.7.5.5.1 Detectors shall be listed for the purpose

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for whichthey are being used.

73.417.7.5.5.2

(1)

Air duct detectors shall be installed in such a way asto obtain a representative sample of the airstream. This installation shall be permitted to be achieved by any of the followingmethods:

Rigid mounting within the duct

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74.4 (2) Rigid mounting to the wall of the duct with the sensing element protruding into the duct

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75.4 (3) Installation outside the duct with rigidly mounted sampling tubes protruding into the duct

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76.4 (4) Installation through the duct with projected light beam

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77.417.7.5.5.3 Detectors shall be mounted in accordance with themanufacturer’s published instructions and shall be accessible for cleaning by providing access doors or control units in accordancewith NFPA 90A, Standard for the Installation of Air-Conditioning and Ventilating Systems.

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78.417.7.5.5.4 The location of all detectors in air duct

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systems shall be permanently and clearly identified and recorded.

79.417.7.5.5.5 Detectors mounted outside of a duct that employssampling tubes for transporting smoke from inside the duct tothe detector shall be designed and installed to allow verificationof airflow from the duct to the detector.

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80.417.7.5.5.6 Detectors shall be listed for operation over the complete range of air velocities, temperature, and humidity expected at the detector when the air-handling system is operating.

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81.417.7.5.5.7 All penetrations of a return air duct in the vicinityof detectors installed on or in an air duct shall be sealed to prevent entrance of outside air and possible dilution or redirectionof smoke within the duct.

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17.7.5.6 Smoke Detectors for Door Release Service

17.7.5.6.1 Smoke detectors that are part of an open area protection system covering the room, corridor, or enclosed space on each side of the smoke door and that are located and spaced as required by 17.7.3 shall be permitted to accomplish smoke door release service.

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17.7.5.6.2 Smoke detectors that are used exclusively forsmoke door release service shall be located and spaced as required by 17.7.5.6.

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17.7.5.6.3 Where smoke door release is accomplished directlyfrom the smoke detector(s), the detector(s) shall be listed for releasing service.

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17.7.5.6.4 Smoke detectors shall be of the photoelectric, ionization, or other approved type.

√ State the Smoke Detector type for door release service

17.7.5.6.5 The number of detectors required shall be determined in accordance with 17.7.5.6.5.1 through 17.7.5.6.5.4.

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17.7.5.6.5.1 If doors are to be closed in response to smoke flowingin either direction, the requirements of 17.7.5.6.5.1(A) through 17.7.5.6.5.1(D) shall apply.

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(A) If the depth of wall section above the door is 24 in.(610 mm) or less, one ceiling-mounted smoke detector shall be required on one side of the doorway only, or two wall-mounteddetectors shall be required, one on each side of the doorway.Figure 17.7.5.6.5.1(A), part A or B, shall apply.

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(B) If the depth of wall section above the door is greater than 24 in. (610 mm) on one side only, one ceiling-mounted smoke detector shall be required on the higher side of the doorway only, or one wall-mounted detector shall be required on both sides of the doorway. Figure 17.7.5.6.5.1(A), part D, shall apply.

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(C) If the depth of wall section above the door is greater than 24 in. (610 mm) on both sides, two ceiling-mounted or wallmounteddetectors shall be required, one on each side of thedoorway. Figure 17.7.5.6.5.1(A), part F, shall apply.

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(D) If a detector is specifically listed for door frame mounting,or if a listed combination or integral detector–door closerassembly is used, only one detector shall be required if installed in the manner recommended by the manufacturer’spublished instructions. Figure 17.7.5.6.5.1(A), parts A, C, and E, shall apply.

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4.5 17.7.617.7.6.1

Special ConsiderationsSpot-Type Detectors

82.417.7.6.1.1 Combination and multi-sensor smoke detectorsthat have a fixed-temperature element as part of the unit shallbe selected in accordance with Table 17.6.2.1 for the maximum ceiling temperature expected in service.

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83.417.7.6.1.2 Holes in the back of a detector shall be covered by a gasket, sealant, or equivalent means, and the detector shall bemounted so that airflow from inside or around the housing does not prevent the entry of smoke during a fire or test condition.

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84.417.7.6.2 High-Rack StorageThe location and

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spacing of smoke detectors for high-rack storage shall address the commodity,quantity, and configuration of the rack storage.

85.417.7.6.3 High Air Movement Areas

86.417.7.6.3.1 GeneralThe purpose and scope of 17.7.6.3 shall beto provide location and spacing guidance for smoke detectorsintended for early warning of fire in high air movement areas.Exception: Detectors provided for the control of smoke spread are coveredby the requirements of 17.7.5.

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87.417.7.6.3.2 LocationSmoke detectors shall not be located directlyin the airstream of supply registers.

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88.417.7.6.3.3 Spacing

89.417.7.6.3.3.1 Spot-type smoke detector spacing shall be in accordance with Table 17.7.6.3.3.1 and Figure 17.7.6.3.3.1.

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State the respective Room ACH

90.417.7.6.3.3.2 Air-sampling or projected beam smoke detectorsshall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s publishedinstructions.

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91.417.7.6.3.4 HVAC Mechanical Rooms

Where HVAC mechanicalrooms are used as an air plenum for return air, the spacings of smoke detectors shall not be required to be reducedbased on the number of air changes.

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4.6 17.7.7 Video Image Smoke Detection

92.417.7.7.1 Video image smoke detection systems and all of the components thereof, including hardware and software, shall be listed for the purpose of smoke detection.

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93.417.7.7.2 Video image smoke detection systems shall comply with all of the applicable requirements of Chapters 1, 10, 14,17, and 23 of this Code.

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94.417.7.7.2.1 Systems shall be designed in accordance with theperformance-based design requirements of Section 17.3.

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95.417.7.7.2.2 The location and spacing of video image smokedetectors shall comply with the requirements of 17.11.5.

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96.417.7.7.3 Video signals generated by cameras that are components of video image smoke detection systems shall be permittedto be transmitted to other systems for other uses onlythrough output connections provided specifically for that purpose by the video system manufacturer.

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97.417.7.7.4 All component controls and software shall be protected from unauthorized changes. All changes to the softwareor component settings shall be tested in accordance withChapter 14.

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5.0 17.8 Radiant Energy-Sensing Fire Detectors

Flame detector

5.1 17.8.1 General

98.417.8.1.1 The radiant energy detection design documentationshall state the required

√ Flame Detector Selected

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performance objective of the system.

It is FM listed and is designed to detect open flames.

Operating Temperature of the Detector is -20oC to 80oC

Max. Monitoring Surface and Height are 676m2 and 45m

5.3 17.8.3 Spacing Considerations

99.417.8.3.1 General Rules

100.417.8.3.1.1 Radiant energy–sensing fire detectors shall be employed consistent with the listing or approval and the inverse square law, which defines the fire size versus distance curve forthe detector.

√ See Figure A17.8.3.1.1

Assumed Fire Size:- 0.1m2

101.417.8.3.1.2 Detector quantity shall be based on the detectorsbeing positioned so that no point requiring detection in the hazard area is obstructed or outside the field of view of at leastone detector.

102.417.8.3.2 Spacing Considerations for Flame Detectors

103.417.8.3.2.1 The location and spacing of detectors shall be theresult of an engineering

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evaluation that includes the following:(1) Size of the fire that is to be detected(2) Fuel involved(3) Sensitivity of the detector(4) Field of view of the detector(5) Distance between the fire and the detector(6) Radiant energy absorption of the atmosphere(7) Presence of extraneous sources of radiant emissions(8) Purpose of the detection system(9) Response time required

suitable

104.417.8.3.2.2 The system design shall specify the size of the flaming fire of given fuel that is to be detected.

105.417.8.3.2.3 In applications where the fire to be detected couldoccur in an area not on the optical axis of the detector, the distance shall be reduced or detectors shall be added to compensate for the angular displacement of the fire in accordance with the manufacturer’s published instructions.

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of listing or approval, the distance between the detector and the fire shall be adjusted consistent with the fuel specificity of the detector as established by the manufacturer.

107.417.8.3.2.5 Because flame detectors are line-of-sight devices,their ability to respond to the required area of fire in the zone that is to be protected shall not be compromised by the presence of intervening structural members or other opaque objects ormaterials.

108.417.8.3.2.6 Provisions shall be made to sustain detector windowclarity in applications where airborne particulates and aerosols coat the detector window between maintenance intervals and affect sensitivity.

109.417.8.3.3 Spacing Considerations for Spark / Ember Detectors

Rare application

110.417.8.3.3.1 The location and spacing of detectors shall be theresult of an engineering evaluation that includes the following:(1) Size of the spark or ember that is to be detected



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(2) Fuel involved(3) Sensitivity of the detector(4) Field of view of the detector(5) Distance between the fire and the detector(6) Radiant energy absorption of the atmosphere(7) Presence of extraneous sources of radiant emissions(8) Purpose of the detection systems(9) Response time required

111.417.8.3.3.2 The system design shall specify the size of the spark or ember of the given fuel that the detection system is to detect.

112.417.8.3.3.3 Spark detectors shall be positioned so that all points within the cross section of the conveyance duct, conveyor, or chute where the detectors are located are within the field of view(as defined in 3.3.90) of at least one detector.

113.417.8.3.3.4 The location and spacing of the detectors shall beadjusted using the inverse square law, modified for the atmospheric absorption and the absorption of nonburning fuel suspendedin the air in accordance with the manufacturer’s publishedinstructions.



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114.417.8.3.3.5 In applications where the sparks to be detectedcould occur in an area not on the optical axis of the detector, the distance shall be reduced or detectors shall be added to compensate for the angular displacement of the fire in accordance with the manufacturer’s published instructions.

115.417.8.3.3.6 Provisions shall be made to sustain the detectorwindow clarity in applications where airborne particulates and aerosols coat the detector window and affect sensitivity.

5.4 17.8.4 Other Considerations

116.417.8.4.1 Radiant energy–sensing detectors shall be protectedeither by design or installation to ensure that optical performanceis not compromised.

117.417.8.4.2 If necessary, radiant energy–sensing detectors shall be shielded or otherwise arranged to prevent action from unwanted radiant energy.

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shall be shielded or otherwise arranged in a fashion to prevent diminishing sensitivity by conditions such as rain or snow and yet allow a clear field of vision of the hazard area.

119.417.8.4.4 A radiant energy–sensing fire detector shall not be installed in a location where the ambient conditions are known toexceed the extremes for which the detector has been listed.

5.5 17.8.5 Video Image Flame Detection

120.417.8.5.1 Video image flame detection systems and all of the components thereof, including hardware and software, shall be listed for the purpose of flame detection.

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121.417.8.5.2 Video image flame detection systems shall comply with all of the applicable requirements of Chapters 1, 10, 14,17, and 23 of this Code.

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122.417.8.5.3 Video signals generated by cameras that are components of video image flame detection systems shall be permitted to be transmitted to

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other systems for other uses only through output connections provided specifically for that purpose by the video system manufacturer.

123.417.8.5.4 All component controls and software shall be protected from unauthorized changes. All changes to the softwareor component settings shall be tested in accordance withChapter 14.

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6.0 17.9 Combination, Multi-Criteria and Multi-Sensor Detectors

Seldom used.

6.1 17.9.1 GeneralSection 17.9 provides requirements for theselection, location, and spacing of combination, multi-criteria, and multi-sensor detectors.

6.2 17.9.2 Combination Detectors

124.417.9.2.1 A combination detector shall be listed for each sensor.

125.417.9.2.2 The device listings shall determine the locations and spacing criteria in accordance with Chapter 17

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device.

127.417.9.3.2 Because of the device-specific, software-driven solution of multi-criteria detectors to reduce unwanted alarms andimprove detector response to a nonspecific fire source, location and spacing criteria included with the detector installation instructions shall be followed.

6.4 17.9.4 Multi-Sensor Detectors

128.417.9.4.1 A multi-sensor detector shall be listed for each sensor.

129.417.9.4.2 Because of the device-specific, software-driven solution of multi-sensor detectors to reduce unwanted alarms and improve detector response to a nonspecific fire source, location and spacing criteria included with the detector installation instructions shall be followed.



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7. 17.10 Gas Detection

7.1 17.10.1 GeneralThe purpose and scope of Section 17.10 shall be to provide requirements for the selection, installation,and operation of gas detectors.

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7.2 17.10.2 Gas Characteristics and Detector Selection

130.417.10.2.1 Gas detection equipment shall be listed for detectionof the specific gas or vapor to be encountered.

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131.417.10.2.2 Any gas detection systems installed on a fire alarmsystem shall comply with all the applicable requirements of Chapters 1, 10, 14, 17, and 23 of this Code.

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132.417.10.2.3 The requirements of this Code shall not apply togas detection systems used solely for process control.

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133.417.10.2.4 The selection and placement of the gas detectors shall be based on an engineering evaluation.

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8. 17.11 Other Fire Detectors Rare application.

8.1 17.11.1 Detectors that operate on principles different fromthose covered by Sections 17.6 through 17.8 shall be classified as “other fire detectors.”

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17.11.1.1 Such detectors shall be installed in all areas wherethey are required either by other NFPAcodes and standards or by the authority having jurisdiction.

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8.2 17.11.2 “Other fire detectors” shall operate where subjectedto the abnormal concentration of combustion effects that occur during a fire.

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8.3 17.11.3 Detection layout shall be based upon the size andintensity of fire to provide the necessary quantity of required products and related thermal lift, circulation, or diffusion for operation.

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8.4 17.11.4 Room sizes and contours, airflow patterns, obstructions, and other characteristics of the protected hazard shallbe taken into account.

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of detectors shall comply with 17.11.5.1 through 17.11.5.3.

134.417.11.5.1 The location and spacing of detectors shall be basedon the principle of operation and an engineering survey of theconditions anticipated in service.

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135.417.11.5.1.1 The manufacturer’s published instructions shall be consulted for recommended detector uses and locations.

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136.417.11.5.2 Detectors shall not be spaced beyond their listed orapproved maximums.

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137.417.11.5.2.1 Closer spacing shall be used where the structuralor other characteristics of the protected hazard warrant

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138.417.11.5.3 The location and sensitivity of the detectors shall bebased on a documented engineering evaluation that includes the manufacturer’s installation instructions and the following:(1) Structural features, size, and shape of the rooms and bays(2) Occupancy and uses of the area(3) Ceiling height(4) Ceiling shape, surface, and obstructions(5) Ventilation(6) Ambient environment(7) Burning characteristics of the

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9. 17.12 Sprinkler Waterflow Alarm-Initiating Devices

9.1 17.12.1 The provisions of Section 17.12 shall apply to devicesthat initiate an alarm indicating a flow of water in a sprinkler system.

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9.2 17.12.2 Activation of the initiating device shall occur within90 seconds of waterflow at the alarm-initiating device when flow occurs that is equal to or greater than that from a single sprinklerof the smallest orifice size installed in the system.

To include in Specification

9.3 17.12.3 Movement of water due to waste, surges, or variablepressure shall not initiate an alarm signal.

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10. 17.13 Detection of the Operation of Other Automatic Extinguishing Systems. The operation of fire extinguishing systemsor suppression systems shall initiate an alarm signal by alarm initiatingdevices installed in accordance with their individual listings.

- - - - Eg. For CO2

11. 17.14 Manually Actuated Alarm-Initiating Devices

Manual call point.

11.1 17.14.1 Manual fire alarm boxes shall be used only for firealarm initiating purposes.

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139.417.14.1.1 Unless installed in an environment that precludes

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the use of red paint or red plastic, manual fire alarm boxes shall be red in color.

140.417.14.1.2 Manual pull stations for initiating other than firealarm shall be permitted if the devices are differentiated from the manual fire alarm boxes by a color other than red and labeling.

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141.417.14.1.3 Manual fire alarm boxes shall be mounted on a background of contrasting color.

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11.2 17.14.2 Combination manual fire alarm boxes and guard’ssignaling stations shall be permitted.

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11.3 17.14.3 Each manual fire alarm box shall be securely mounted.

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11.4 17.14.4 The operable part of each manual fire alarm boxshall be not less than 42 in. (1.07 m) and not more than 48 in. (1.22 m) above floor level.

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(Manual Call Point indicated in the Drawing is fixed at height of 1.3m from FFL complying to MS1745-14:2009)

Manual Call Point should be fixed at a height of 1.5m above the floor. However, varaiation between 1.2m to 1.6m is permissible under certain circumstances as per MS1745-14:2009.

Manual Call Point shall be mounted at a height of .1.4m from the floor as per “Guide to Fire Protection in Malaysia”.

11.5 17.14.5 Manual fire alarm boxes shall be installed so that they are conspicuous, unobstructed, and accessible.

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11.6 17.14.6 Manual fire alarm boxes shall be located within 60 in. (1.52 m) of the exit doorway opening at each exit on each floor.

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11.7 17.14.7 Manual fire alarm boxes shall be mounted on bothsides of grouped openings over 40 ft (12.2 m) in width, and within 60 in. (1.52 m) of each side of the opening.

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11.8 17.14.8 Additional manual fire alarm boxes shall be provided so that the travel distance to the nearest fire alarm box will not be in excess of 200 ft (61.0 m), measured horizontally on the same floor.

√ Manual Call Points should be located that no person in the premises need travel more than 30m to reach a Manual Call Point as per MS1745-14:2009.

12. 17.15 Fire Extinguisher Electronic Monitoring Device. A fireextinguisher electronic monitoring device shall indicate those conditions for a specific fire extinguisher required byNFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, to a fire alarm control unit or other control unit.

√ Rare application.

13. 17.16 Supervisory Signal-Initiating Devices

13.1 17.16.1 Control Valve Supervisory Signal-Initiating Device

Eg. Sprinkler system.

143.417.16.1.1 Two separate and distinct signals shall be initiated:one indicating movement of the valve from its normal position(off-normal), and the other indicating restoration of the valve to its normal position.



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144.417.16.1.2 The off-normal signal shall be initiated during the first two revolutions of the handwheel or during one-fifth of the travel distance of the valve control apparatus from its normal position.

To include in Specification.

145.417.16.1.3 The off-normal signal shall not be restored at anyvalve position except normal.


146.417.16.1.4 An initiating device for supervising the position of a control valve shall not interfere with the operation of the valve, obstruct the view of its indicator, or prevent access for valve maintenance.


13.2 17.16.2 Pressure Supervisory Signal-Initiating Device

Eg. Pneumatic actuated deluge valve and smoke vent actuator.

147.417.16.2.1 Two separate and distinct signals shall be initiated:one indicating that the required pressure has increased or decreased (off-normal), and the other indicating restoration of the pressure to its normal value.

148.417.16.2.2 The following requirements shall apply to pressure supervisory signal–initiating devices:

149.417.16.2.2.1 Pressure Tank(1) A pressure tank supervisory signal–initiating device for apressurized limited water supply, such as

Rare application.



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a pressure tank, shall indicate both high- and low-pressure conditions.(2) The off-normal signal shall be initiated when the required pressure increases or decreases by 10 psi (70 kPa).

150.417.16.2.2.2 Dry-Type Sprinkler(1) A pressure supervisory signal–initiating device for a drypipe sprinkler system shall indicate both high- and low pressure conditions.(2) The off-normal signal shall be initiated when the pressure increases or decreases by 10 psi (70 kPa).

151.417.16.2.2.3 Steam Pressure(1) A steam pressure supervisory signal–initiating device shallindicate a low pressure condition.(2) The off-normal signal shall be initiated prior to the pressurefalling below 110 percent of the minimum operatingpressure of the steam-operated equipment supplied.

Rare application.

13.3 17.16.3 Water Level Supervisory Signal-Initiating Device

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lowered or raised (off-normal), and the other indicating restoration.

153.417.16.3.2 A pressure tank signal-initiating device shall indicate both high and low water level conditions.

154.417.16.3.2.1 The off-normal signal shall be initiated when thewater level falls 3 in. (70 mm) or rises 3 in. (70 mm).

155.417.16.3.3 A supervisory signal–initiating device for other than pressure tanks shall initiate a low water level signal when the water level falls 12 in. (300 mm).

13.4 17.16.4 Water Temperature Supervisory Signal-Initiating Device

For winter application.

156.417.16.4.1 A temperature supervisory device for a water storagecontainer exposed to freezing conditions shall initiate two separate and distinctive signals, as specified in 17.16.4.2.

157.417.16.4.2 One signal shall indicate a decrease in water temperature to 40°F (4.4°C), and the other shall indicate its restorationto above 40°F (4.4°C).

13.5 17.16.5 Room Temperature Supervisory Signal-

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Initiating Device. A room temperature supervisory device shall indicate adecrease in room temperature to 40°F (4.4°C) and its restorationto above 40°F (4.4°C).

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