FIRETRACE FTILPINTHTBI, Operating Manual

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4 - Firetrace Installation Instructions
This section provides installation instructions covering components and limitations described in Section 2 and Section
3 of this manual.
All components shall be installed to facilitate proper inspection, testing, recharging, and any other required service or
maintenance as may be necessary. Equipment must not be subjected to severe weather conditions or mechanical,
chemical, or other damage which could render the equipment inoperative. The equipment must be installed in
accordance with instructions in this Manual.
Cylinder/Valve and Bracket Assemblies
Cylinders shall be located as close as possible to the protected enclosure. In some cases, the cylinder can be mounted
inside the protected enclosure. The assemblies shall be located in a readily accessible location to allow for ease of
inspection, service, and maintenance. The cylinders shall be located in an environment protected from the weather
and where the temperature range is between -20°C and +60°C (-4°F and +140°F).
The cylinder and bracket shall be mounted in the vertical plane and in no circumstance, must the cylinder be
positioned at an angle of more than 45° from vertical. The cylinder valve must be facing up and oriented so that the
pressure gauge is facing out and away from the mounting wall to facilitate visual inspection.
Mount the cylinder where it will not be subjected to accidental damage or movement. Suitable protection must be
installed where necessary to prevent damage or movement.
1. Securely mount the cylinder bracket to structural support using 4 or more mounting holes.
2. Position the cylinder in the bracket with the cylinder pressure gauge facing out. Secure the cylinder in
place using the bracket latch.
45°
It is recommended wherever possible that
Firetrace cylinders be mounted vertically.
Where vertical positioning is not possible the
system can be mounted within 45° of vertical.
Firetrace Dry Powder Systems are not suitable for horizontal mounting