GILES GVH-C, Operation & Service Manual

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Model: GVH-C & GVH-F Hood Cleaning & Maintenance
5.03.1 Semi-Annual (6-Mo) Fire Suppression System Inspection & Maintenance
1. Confirm that the fire hazard potential has not changed.
2. Inspect suppressant storage tank for fill level and charge pressure.
3. Inspect and test the release mechanism.
4. Check all nozzles to ensure they are free of grease build-up. Confirm that all nozzle blow-off caps are in place
and in good condition; replace as needed. See Section 2.05.2, Fire Extinguisher Nozzle Locations .
5. Inspect and test the remote manual activation station for function and wear.
6. Install test link and cut to test automatic actuation.
7. Inspect and clean detector links. Confirm that detector links are of the correct temperature rating. See
Section 2.05.1, Fire Suppression Detector Link Specification & Location .
8. Inspect link conduit and wire cable for wear at pulleys and detectors; replace if necessary.
9. Record maintenance date and service performed in a permanent file, and sign-off on tag attached to system in
a conspicuous location.
Service and inspection of the fire suppression system must be performed by qualified and Ansul® Distributor/Dealer. As
a minimum, field inspection of the fire suppression system must be conducted semi-annually (every 6 months). Such
maintenance shall consist of the following:
The annual inspection and maintenance is the same as the semi-annual inspection except that all fusible links must
be replaced with new links. See S ection 2.05.1, Fire Suppression Detector Link Specification & Location.
5.03.2 Annual (12-Mo) Fire Suppression System Inspection & Maintenance
Same as annual inspection and maintenance except for the following:
1. Replace wet-chemical fire suppressant.
2. Hydrostatic test and certify Suppressant Tank and Compressed Gas Charging Cartridge. As alternative
components can be replaced with new.
3. Flow test the regulator.
5.03.3 12-Year Fire Suppression System Inspection & Maintenance