May 2013
Section 4 Installation
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Amerex Restaurant Fire Suppression System (EX 4658)
SYSTEM INSTALLATION
GENERAL:
Before starting the installation of a system, a complete analysis of the hazards, a system design
and drawing of the proposed system layout shall be accomplished. The design, drawings and bill
of materials shall be compared with conditions found at the jobsite and discrepancies noted
before proceeding. Always contact the local AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) for fire codes
and Health Inspectors for special requirements in the specific area that the system is being
installed.
Material such as pipe, fittings, EMT conduit, fasteners, mounting and securing hardware for pipe
and conduit are not supplied by Amerex with the KP system. These items are chosen and
supplied by the installer.
All components must be installed in an environment that does not exceed the systems
temperature range listing of 32°F – 120°F (0°C – 49°C). All Agent Cylinder Models are to be
installed in the vertical up-right position.
All system components – release module, cylinder assembly, mounting brackets, detectors,
fusible links, pneumatic detection tubing, agent, nozzles, manual pull stations, gas shut off
devices, corner pulleys, pulley tee, nitrogen cylinders, etc. – must be UL listed for use with the
Amerex Restaurant Fire Suppression System. Use of components that are not listed for use in
this system will void the warranty and may affect system performance.
INSTALLING THE 375 AGENT CYLINDER BRACKET
(P/N 16085) - DISCONTINUED
INSTALLING THE NEW 375 AGENT CYLINDER BRACKET
(P/N 17690)
INSTALLING THE 275/375/475 AGENT CYLINDER BRACKET
(P/N 16920)
Choose an appropriate location for the agent cylinder assembly where the
pressure gauge can be read, the cylinder safely accessed for recharge and
service, is acceptable to the AHJ and has a sufficient structure to accept the
weight. Using the bracket as a template, mark the top two holes for mounting,
secure the bracket loosely with appropriate fasteners, adjust for level and plumb,
mark the remaining holes and fasten securely. The bracket is equipped with a
distributor to receive both the hose from the cylinder discharge outlet and the
discharge piping. The distribution network piping can be installed without the
agent cylinder assembly in the bracket. A minimum of three holes shall be used
to mount the bracket in any situation. The two slotted holes and a hole in the
center of the vertical strap shall be used.
Choose an appropriate location for the agent cylinder assembly where the
pressure gauge can be read, the cylinder safely accessed for recharge and
service, is acceptable to the AHJ and has a sufficient structure to accept the
weight. Using the bracket as a template, mark the top hole, secure the bracket
loosely with appropriate fasteners, adjust for level and plumb, mark the
remaining holes and fasten securely.
Choose an appropriate location for the agent cylinder assembly where the pressure
gauge can be easily read and the cylinder safely accessed for recharge and service. The
location should be acceptable to the AHJ and have sufficient structure to accept the
weight of the agent cylinder. Using the bracket as a template, mark the top two holes for
mounting, secure the bracket loosely with appropriate fasteners, adjust for level and
plumb, mark the remaining holes and fasten securely. The distribution network piping is
attached to the cylinder valve outlet via a swivel fitting. A minimum of three holes shall
be used to mount the bracket in any situation. The two slotted holes and a hole in the
center of the vertical strap shall be used.
