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September 2004

Argonite

Engineered Fire Suppression System

38-KFSARG-000

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FIRST AID MEASURES

Inhalation:

May cause asphyxiation at high concentrations. Symptoms may include loss of mobility/

consciousness. Victim may not be aware of asphyxiation.

Wearing self-contained breathing apparatus, remove victim to an uncontaminated

area. Keep victim warm and at rest. Seek medical assistance. Apply artificial respiration

if breathing has stopped.

Skin/eye contact:

Compressed gas directed at the skin can enter the body through small wounds or

can even penetrate the skin, causing serious or fatal injuries. Seek medical advice

immediately.

Ingestion:

Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure.

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FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Specific Hazards:

Exposure to fire may cause containers to rupture/explode. Call the Fire Department

Non flammable.

Hazardous combustion products:

None.

Suitable extinguishing media:

All known extinguishants can be used.

Specific methods:

If possible, stop flow of product.

Move container away or cool with water from a protected position.

Special protective equipment for fire fighters:

In confined spaces use self-contained breathing apparatus.

Summary of Contents for Argonite

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Page 5: ...onnel in accordance with the following Standard of the National Fire Protection Association No 2001 titled Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems All instructions limitations etc contained in this manual P N 38 KFSARG 000 All information contained on the system container nameplate s Storage handling transportation service maintenance recharge and test of agent storage containers shall be performed...

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Page 7: ...3 2 Design Standards 3 1 3 3 Personal Safety 3 1 3 4 Release Time 3 2 3 5 Temperature Considerations 3 2 3 6 Electrical Clearance 3 3 3 7 Automatic Detection and Control 3 3 CHAPTER 4 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 4 1 4 1 Introduction 4 1 4 2 Central Cylinder Bank 4 1 4 3 Selector Valve System Distribution System 4 1 4 4 Restrictor 4 4 4 5 Release Modes 4 4 4 5 1 Automatic Release 4 4 4 5 2 Manual Remote Rel...

Page 8: ...M DESIGN 7 1 7 1 Introduction 7 1 7 2 General 7 1 7 3 Physical Properties of Argonite 7 1 7 3 1 Specification for Argonite AR N2 50 50 by Volume Atmospheric 7 2 7 3 2 Purity of AR and N2 7 2 7 4 Evaluation of Hazard Risk 7 2 7 5 Evaluation of Cylinder Storage Space 7 3 7 6 Inerting 7 3 7 7 Extinguishing Values 7 4 7 7 1 Class A and Class C 7 4 7 7 2 Class B 7 4 7 7 3 Equation Formula for Specific ...

Page 9: ... 3 Cylinder Valves 8 1 8 2 Preventive Maintenance Test and Service Annually 8 2 8 2 1 Hoses 8 2 8 2 2 Selector Valve if used 8 2 8 2 3 Distribution Pipe Network and Nozzles 8 2 8 2 4 Protected Room 8 2 8 2 5 Pressure Testing of Argonite Cylinders 8 2 8 3 Argonite Cylinder Assembly 8 3 8 4 Pressure Gauge Units 8 4 8 4 1 Pressure Gauge with Supervisory Pressure Switch Assembly for Slave Cylinders 8 ...

Page 10: ...g 9 2 9 4 1 Filling Pressure Controlled 9 2 9 4 1 1 Filling 2900 psi 200 Bar Nominal 9 2 9 4 2 Filling Weight Controlled at 70 F 21 1 C 9 2 9 4 2 1 Pressure Temperature Weight Relationship 9 2 9 4 3 Refilling After Discharge 9 2 9 5 Argonite Valve 9 3 9 6 Filling 9 3 9 6 1 Filling Through Discharge Port Valve Outlet 9 4 9 6 2 Filling Check List 9 5 9 7 Argonite Filling Tables Pressure Temperature ...

Page 11: ... 6 16 Pressure Relief Valve P N 38 509836 001 6 13 6 17 Threaded Restrictor 6 14 6 18 Flanged Restrictor Assembly 6 15 6 19 Discharge Nozzles 6 16 6 20 15 9 L Cylinder Mounting Bracket 6 17 6 21 66 7 and 80 L Cylinder Wall Mount Rack Kit and Wall Mount Brackets for Manifold 6 17 6 22 One Row One Side Cylinder Rack 10 Cylinder Rack Assembly Shown 6 19 6 23 One Row Two Sides Cylinder Rack 24 Cylinde...

Page 12: ...s 6 23 6 18 Rack Information 6 24 6 19 Cylinder Rack Kits Two Rows One Side 6 25 6 20 Two Rows Two Sides Cylinder Rack Information 6 27 6 21 Cylinder Rack Kits Two Rows Two Sides 6 28 6 21 Cylinder Rack Kits Two Rows Two Sides cont 6 29 7 1 Properties of Argonite 7 1 7 2 Elevation Correction Factors 7 5 7 3 Total Flooding Quantities Volume Requirements for ENVIRO 55 Metric Mx kg m3 7 6 7 4 Total F...

Page 13: ... Containers must not be rolled dragged or slid nor allowed to be slid from tailgates of vehicles A suitable hand truck fork truck roll platform or similar device must be used Rough Handling Containers must not be dropped or permitted to strike violently against each other or other surfaces Storage If storing upright containers must be stored where they are not likely to be knocked over or the cont...

Page 14: ... 8 4 and 8 5 in this manual DEFINITIONS WARNING Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death serious bodily injury and or property damage CAUTION Indicates a potentiality hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in property or equipment damage ARGONITE MSDS SHEETS See Appendix A ...

Page 15: ...ational codes and local requirements It is important that the fire protection of a building or plant be considered as a whole Gaseous extinguishing systems form only a part though an important part of the available facilities It should not be assumed that using a gaseous agent system necessarily removes the need to consider supplementary measures such as automatic fire detection the provision of f...

Page 16: ...e fire extinguishing systems are primarily used as total flooding systems for protection of self enclosed equipment or enclosed hazards to contain the extinguishant 1 2 1 Use Argonite systems operate safely in temperatures from 20 F to 130 F 29 C to 54 C Argonite will not cause fogging during a discharge a condition caused by the supercooling of the water content in the air The density of Argonite...

Page 17: ...ixtures containing oxidizing materials such as sodium chlorate or sodium nitrate Chemicals capable of undergoing autothermal decomposition such as some organic peroxides and hydrazine Reactive metals such as sodium potassium magnesium titanium and zirconium Reactive hydrides or metal amides some of which may react violently with gaseous extinguishants Note This is not an inclusive list of use limi...

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Page 19: ...e largest room hazard and or adjoining rooms hazards that may be involved in a fire simultaneously In most cases Argonite selector valve systems reduce the cost as compared to individual systems protecting the same hazards 2 1 3 Modular System In limited space areas where the authority having jurisdiction will allow for a modular system cylinders located singly or in multiple units within the room...

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Page 21: ...ed breathing apparatus evacuation plans and fire drills shall be considered and implemented as required Personnel should be acquainted with the fact that Argonite presents a noise hazard during discharge and may result in damage to hearing if personnel are present without protection during discharge Consideration shall be given to the possibility of migration of Argonite to adjacent areas outside ...

Page 22: ...s normally unoccupied Where personnel could possibly be exposed means are provided to limit the exposure to less than 30 seconds Systems designed to concentrations above 61 7 corresponding to 8 oxygen or below sea level equivalent of oxygen shall only be used in unoccupied areas where personnel are not exposed to such oxygen depletion Exposure beyond the stated limits may result in personal injury...

Page 23: ...ed the environment and the response time anticipated Means for manual release of the system shall be provided and located installed and or suitably protected so that they are not within the protected area and not subject to mechanical chemical or other damage that would render them inoperative The control equipment shall supervise the actuating devices and the associated wiring and as required cau...

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Page 25: ...n line check valve Check valves are provided to prevent agent loss and to ensure personnel safety if the system is operated when any containers are removed for maintenance It is permissible to utilize multiple storage container sizes in the cylinder bank 4 3 SELECTOR VALVE SYSTEM DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM Should the system be designed for protection of more than one hazard from a common cylinder bank th...

Page 26: ...ION BOX P DETECTION ANNUNCIATION PRESSURE GAUGE INDICATING 145 300 BAR WITH LOW PRESSURE SWITCH 160 BAR SETPOINT N O SUPERVISION OF LOCKOUT VALVE ISOLATION LOCKOUT VALVE NORMALLY OPEN WITH SUPERVISORY LIMIT SWITCH L S OUTLINE OF VALVE 2 WAY SOLENOID VALVE 24 VDC 14W MAX ONE VALVE FOR EACH 100 CYLINDERS OPTIONAL FLEXIBLE HOSE PIPE SIZING TO BE DETERMINED BY KIDDE FIRE SYSTEMS ARGONITE FLOW SOFTWARE...

Page 27: ...RVISORY LIMIT SWITCH L S OUTLINE OF VALVE 2 WAY SOLENOID VALVE 24 VDC 14W MAX ONE VALVE FOR EACH 100 CYLINDERS OPTIONAL FLEXIBLE HOSE PIPE SIZING TO BE DETERMINED BY KIDDE FIRE SYSTEMS ARGONITE FLOW SOFTWARE PIPE SCHEDULE ACCORDING TO ASTM B31 1 POWER PIPING CODE B D N C 2 1 NOTES 0 10 BAR 2 N C EXH 1 N C PILOT ZONE 2 H N C N C 2 1 ZONE 2 ACTIVATION 4 CYLINDERS 9 CYLINDERS NON RETURN VALVE FOR PIL...

Page 28: ...rotating the actuator handle In a selector valve system the manual override on the selector valve for the desired area must also be operated Note The green handle on the top of the cylinder valve is NOT for manual operation and should not be used for the operation of the system 4 6 CYLINDERS Each cylinder is fitted with a pressure operated Argonite cylinder valve The cylinders are available in 15 ...

Page 29: ... an even distribution of the Argonite throughout the protected area The piping and fittings should conform to NFPA 2001 Power Piping Code and all local codes and standards 4 9 FLOW CALCULATIONS Flow calculations are to be based on the design drawings and should be verified prior to installation of the nozzles Any significant changes should be evaluated and if necessary the flow calculation repeate...

Page 30: ...lude a verification of the integrity of the protected volume and assurance that the protected volume has not increased or decreased Changes in installed equipment occupying additional or less volume than at the design installation stage will affect the resulting oxygen concentration after a discharge A recalculation of the system may be required NFPA 2001 requires that if an Argonite cylinder show...

Page 31: ...enoid valve manual release gauge assembly When energized the solenoid valve will provide pressure for opening all of the cylinder valves The pressure from the pilot cylinder is fed to pneumatic actuators on the slave cylinders The manifold arrangement is further equipped with restrictor s which reduce the discharge piping pressure during the discharge Selector valves may be used to divert Argonite...

Page 32: ...e from the normal 20 9 to 15 to 10 depending on the flammables involved For most flammable liquids and solid materials a 15 oxygen level is the lowest limit at which a fire can be sustained however 30 safety factor requirements result in the 12 5 to 13 oxygen level A 12 oxygen level is the lowest limit acceptable for personnel occupancy in the protected hazard room Note In order to achieve extingu...

Page 33: ...e cylinders to be installed either vertically or horizontally as required All rack configurations are for vertical mounting only 39 07 in 992 38 mm 7 00 in 177 8 mm 64 41 in 1636 01 mm 10 49 in 266 45 mm 68 81 in 1747 77 mm 11 25 in 285 75 mm 15 9L CYLINDER ASSY 66 7L CYLINDER ASSY 80 0L CYLINDER ASSY Figure 6 1 Cylinder Assemblies Table 6 1 Cylinder Assembly Specifications Part Number Description...

Page 34: ...its allow the valves to be released either electrically by means of a solenoid or pneumatically using the manual release The valve discharge outlet is connected to the discharge manifold via a high pressure flexible hose and a check valve 1 4 BSP PILOT CONNECTION BURST DISC P N 06 236376 001 FOR 2900 PSI 200 BAR CYLINDER COLOR CODE GREY STAMPED 4350 PSI 300 BAR BURST PRESSURE HANDLE FOR FILLING ON...

Page 35: ...e opened almost simultaneously PRESSURE GAUGE WITH PRESSURE SWITCH AND P N 38 109891 001 1 2 FLEX CONDUIT P N 38 509804 001 PILOT HOSE 1 P N 38 509818 001 TEE FITTING P N 38 509816 001 PILOT LINE BLEEDER VALVE P N 38 509840 001 24 VDC SOLENOID P N 38 509834 001 WITH 1 2 FNPT SOLENOID CONNECTOR P N 38 509866 001 1 2 DISCHARGE HOSE P N 38 509819 001 PILOT HOSE 2 P N 38 509820 001 TEE FITTING P N 38 ...

Page 36: ...WITCH P N 38 109891 001 1 2 FLEX CONDUIT P N 38 509804 001 PILOT LINE BLEEDER VALVE P N 38 509840 001 Figure 6 4 Standard Primary and Slave Completer Kit Table 6 3 Slave Completer Kit Information Rating Part Number Description NEMA 4 38 109803 001 Completer Kit includes Pressure Gauge with Supervisory Pressure Switch Hoses and Fittings Figure 6 5 Solenoid Wiring Diagram ...

Page 37: ... an Adapter P N 38 509828 001 is required to connect the discharge hose BSP directly to the Schedule 160 manifold pipe NPT For multiple cylinder systems a Check Valve P N 38 509833 001 is required to connect each discharge hose BSP to the manifold s welded thredolets NPT Note Check valves allow for the Argonite system to function properly if cylinders are disconnected from the manifold Check valve...

Page 38: ...roper amount of Argonite to be discharged into each hazard Using the standard primary completer kit assembly s the cylinders to be released are discharged into the discharge manifold s At the end of the discharge manifold customer supplied fittings and or a selector manifold is used to contain the Argonite pressure until the proper selector valve is operated to release Argonite into the hazard are...

Page 39: ...E TYPICAL 120 PSI 8 BAR NORMAL WORKING PRESSURE OPERATION NAMEPLATE P N 38 509858 001 AFTER SYSTEM DISCHARGE VALVE MUST BE MANUALLY CLOSED Figure 6 9 Typical Selector Valve System Arrangement 17 mm HEX APPROX 1 97 in 50 mm 1 4 19 BSP 60 24 mm HEX TORQUE 20 TO 25 Nm 1 4 19 BSP BATCH NO XX XX 01 6363 0000 W P 370 bar Figure 6 10 Non Return Check Point for Pilot Lines P N 38 509832 001 The selector v...

Page 40: ...8 509830 001 Pressure Regulator preset at 120 PSI 8 3 bar with gauge and relief valve 1 2 38 509825 001 Gauge Adapters converts threads from BSP to NPT 2 3 38 809826 001 Gauge Adapter Kits 2 4 38 509867 001 Vented Elbow 1 4 in NPT 1 5 38 509836 001 3 4 in Pressure Relief Valve 4350 PSI 300 bar 1 6 6 2 Selector Valve Assemblies Each selector valve assembly consists of the selector valve in various ...

Page 41: ... Figure 6 13 Selector Valve Solenoid Wiring Schematic Table 6 5 Selector Valve Assemblies With 24 Vdc 3 Way Solenoid Weather Proof Part Number Description 38 609800 001 1 2 in NPT 15 mm 38 609800 002 3 4 in NPT 20 mm 38 609800 003 1 in NPT 25 mm 38 609800 004 1 in NPT 32 mm 38 609800 005 1 in NPT 40 mm 38 609800 006 2 in NPT 50 mm Note Assembly also includes Actuator Reset Handle Connector and Ope...

Page 42: ...TUATOR LINKAGE T HANDLE 10 00 T HANDLE HANDLE J D A B C 24 VDC SOLENOID P N 38 509837 001 NIPPLE CONNECTOR VENT 1 4 NPT INLET E F HIGH PRESSURE BALL VALVE CLOSING INSTRUCTIONS NAMEPLATE P N 38 509858 001 AFTER SYSTEM DISCHARGE VALVE MUST BE MANUALLY CLOSED 2 4 Figure 6 14 Detail Selector Valve Assembly Typical ...

Page 43: ...38 509848 006 10 57 5 28 3 29 10 02 2 66 4 94 4 84 2 20 1 50 38 509814 001 Note The Selector Valve Assembly part numbers listed only include the Valve Actuator and Reset Handle Table 6 7 Selector Valve Assembly Replacement Parts Part Number Description 38 509848 001 1 2 Valve Actuator and Reset Handle Only 38 509848 002 3 4 Valve Actuator and Reset Handle Only 38 509848 003 1 Valve Actuator and Re...

Page 44: ...es MUST be locked in the CLOSED position Isolation valve assemblies include a high visibility indicator and weatherproof limit switch The limit switch shall initiate a Trouble signal at the control panel when the ball valve is in the closed position All ball valves have a working pressure of 2900 PSI 200 bar When using isolation valves a pressure relief valve should also be installed wherever pres...

Page 45: ...stribution piping The size of the orifice is calculated based on the required discharge time and the required flow The restrictors are normally fitted onto the discharge manifolds however in certain cases for example single cylinder systems the restrictor is installed directly at the beginning of the discharge piping Discharge pipe manifold pipe type restrictors are female NPT to female NPT thread...

Page 46: ... NPT NPT Figure 6 17 Threaded Restrictor Table 6 9 Threaded Restrictor Details Part Number Description 38 050003 XXX 1 2 Brass Restrictor Code 3 5 to 7 5 38 100003 XXX 1 Brass Restrictor Code 5 0 to 13 0 38 150003 XXX 1 Brass Restrictor Code 8 5 to 22 0 38 200003 XXX 2 St Steel Restrictor Code 11 5 to 27 0 Note When ordering specify an 11 digit hyphenated part number the restrictor part number plu...

Page 47: ...ABLE PROVIDE ONLY THIS COMPONENT NUT GASKET CLASS 1500 FLANGE BOLT PROVIDED BY INSTALLER FLOW Figure 6 18 Flanged Restrictor Assembly Table 6 10 Flange Restrictor Assembly Details Part Number Description 38 250001 XXX 2 in Orifice Plate Restrictor Code 13 5 to 35 0 38 300001 XXX 3 in Orifice Plate Restrictor Code 18 0 to 43 0 38 400001 XXX 4 in Orifice Plate Restrictor Code 25 0 to 56 0 Note When ...

Page 48: ...on shelves cabinet tops or similar surfaces where loose objects could be present and become missiles Normally the nozzles are located at ceiling level BRASS NOZZLE BODY ORIFICE PLATE PROJECT SPECIFIC NPT THREAD ORIFICE PLATE LOCKING RING PART NUMBER STAMPED ON SIDE ORIFICE DIAMETER STAMPED ON SIDE Figure 6 19 Discharge Nozzles Table 6 11 Discharge Nozzle Description Part Number Description 38 3005...

Page 49: ... unit allows the cylinder to be wall mounted Figure 6 20 15 9 L Cylinder Mounting Bracket 6 9 2 Wall Mount Bracket Kit for 66 7L and 80L Cylinders with Manifold Mounting Brackets Each kit consists of unistrut steel mounting rails threaded rods and straps and hardware for 1 to 12 cylinders Manifold mounting brackets are not included and must be ordered separately 5 37 Figure 6 21 66 7 and 80 L Cyli...

Page 50: ...09888 001 10 38 109889 001 11 38 109890 001 12 Table 6 13 Wall Mount Brackets for Discharge Manifold Ordering Information Part Number Manifold Clamp Size Manifold Note 38 503073 001 1 in A 1 in manifold will typically flow from 2 to 6 cylinders 38 503073 002 1 in 7 to 10 cylinder arrangements will most often require a 1 in manifold 38 503073 003 2 in When flowing 11 or 12 cylinders a 2 in manifold...

Page 51: ...st be field assembled When assembled the rack should be aligned so that the vertical upright sections are parallel It is desirable and recommended to have the rack bolted to the floor and a wall or other vertical surface Figure 6 22 One Row One Side Cylinder Rack 10 Cylinder Rack Assembly Shown Mount the discharge manifold to the rack uprights by means of the U bolts supplied Do not tighten the U ...

Page 52: ...ack Information Part Number Rack Size 38 109809 001 2 Cylinders 38 109810 001 3 Cylinders 38 109811 001 4 Cylinders 38 109812 001 5 Cylinders 38 109813 001 6 Cylinders 38 109814 001 7 Cylinders 38 109815 001 8 Cylinders 38 109816 001 9 Cylinders 38 109817 001 10 Cylinders 38 109818 001 11 Cylinders 38 109819 001 12 Cylinders ...

Page 53: ... in HHDCS 6 38 503090 001 6 38 503090 001 6 38 503090 001 6 38 503090 001 6 38 503090 001 13 38 503090 001 18 1 2 in 13 x 1 in HHDCS 2 38 503091 001 19 Rail Support 2 38 503092 001 20 Rail 1 38 503074 002 21 Header 1 38 503075 003 Item Number Description 8 Cylinder P N 38 109815 001 9 Cylinder P N 38 109816 001 10 Cylinder P N 38 109817 001 11 Cylinder P N 38 109818 001 12 Cylinder P N 38 109819 0...

Page 54: ... 16 Rack Information Part Number Rack Size 38 109820 001 3 or 4 Cylinders 38 109821 001 5 or 6 Cylinders 38 109822 001 7 or 8 Cylinders 38 109823 001 9 or 10 Cylinders 38 109824 001 11 or 12 Cylinders 38 109825 001 13 or 14 Cylinders 38 109826 001 15 or 16 Cylinders 38 109827 001 17 or 18 Cylinders 38 109828 001 19 or 20 Cylinders 38 109829 001 21 or 22 Cylinders 38 109830 001 23 or 24 Cylinders ...

Page 55: ...in HHDCS 6 38 503090 001 6 38 503090 001 6 38 503090 001 6 38 503090 001 6 38 503090 001 13 38 503090 001 18 1 2 in 13 x 1 in HHDCS 2 38 503091 001 19 Rail Support 2 38 503092 001 20 Rail 1 38 503074 002 21 Header 1 38 503075 003 Item Number Description 15 or 16 Cylinders P N 38 109826 001 17 or 18 Cylinders P N 38 109827 001 19 or 20 Cylinders P N 38 109828 001 21 or 22 Cylinders P N 38 109829 00...

Page 56: ...OR 20 21 OR 22 23 OR 24 Figure 6 24 Two Rows One Side Cylinder Racks Table 6 18 Rack Information Part Number Rack Size Number of Cylinders 38 109831 001 3 or 4 38 109832 001 5 or 6 38 109833 001 7 or 8 38 109834 001 9 or 10 38 109835 001 11 or 12 38 109836 001 13 or 14 38 109837 001 15 or 16 38 109838 001 17 or 18 38 109839 001 19 or 20 38 109840 001 21 or 22 38 109841 001 23 or 24 ...

Page 57: ... 001 23 or 24 Cylinders P N 38 109841 001 Qty Part Number Qty Part Number Qty Part Number Qty Part Number Qty Part Number Qty Part Number 1 Header 1 38 503075 002 2 38 503075 003 1 38 503075 003 2 38 503075 004 1 38 503075 004 2 38 503075 005 2 3 8 in 16 in x 1 in HHDCS 4 38 503076 001 4 38 503076 001 4 38 503076 001 4 38 503076 001 4 38 503076 001 4 38 503076 001 3 3 8 in Lockwasher 4 38 503077 0...

Page 58: ...SARG 000 6 9 3 4 TWO ROWS TWO SIDES CYLINDER RACKS 11 OR 12 13 OR 14 15 OR 16 17 OR 18 19 OR 20 25 OR 26 27 OR 28 23 OR 24 21 OR 22 29 OR 30 31 OR 32 35 OR 36 37 OR 38 39 OR 40 33 OR 34 41 OR 42 43 OR 44 45 OR 46 47 OR 48 Figure 6 25 Two Rows Two Sides Cylinder Rack ...

Page 59: ...9846 001 19 or 20 Cylinders 38 109847 001 21 or 22 Cylinders 38 109848 001 23 or 24 Cylinders 38 109849 001 25 or 26 Cylinders 38 109850 001 27 or 28 Cylinders 38 109851 001 29 or 30 Cylinders 38 109852 001 31 or 32 Cylinders 38 109853 001 33 or 34 Cylinders 38 109854 001 35 or 36 Cylinders 38 109855 001 37 or 38 Cylinders 38 109856 001 39 or 40 Cylinders 38 109857 001 41 or 42 Cylinders 38 109858...

Page 60: ... 001 Item Number Description 23 or 24 Cylinders P N 38 109848 001 25 or 26 Cylinders P N 38 109849 001 27 or 28 Cylinders P N 38 109850 001 29 or 30 Cylinders P N 38 109851 001 31 or 32 Cylinders P N 38 109852 001 33 or 34 Cylinders P N 38 109853 001 Qty Part Number Qty Part Number Qty Part Number Qty Part Number Qty Part Number Qty Part Number 1 Header 1 38 503075 005 1 38 503075 003 1 38 503075 ...

Page 61: ... 2 38 503088 001 2 38 503088 001 16 Brace Right Side 2 38 503089 001 2 38 503089 001 2 38 503089 001 2 38 503089 001 2 38 503089 001 17 1 2 in 13 x 1 in HHDCS 22 38 503090 001 23 38 503090 001 22 38 503090 001 23 38 503090 001 22 38 503090 001 18 Manifold Mounting Bracket 6 38 503093 001 6 38 503093 001 6 38 503093 001 6 38 503093 001 6 38 503093 001 19 1 2 in 13 x 1 HHDCS 2 38 503091 001 2 38 503...

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Page 63: ...ference should be made to local requirements 7 2 GENERAL Kidde Fire Systems Argonite fire extinguishing systems utilize a pure inert gaseous extinguishing agent of 50 Nitrogen and 50 Argon when discharged into an enclosed hazard See MSDS in Appendix A Argonite Fire Extinguishing Systems are usually applied as total flooding systems Individual system designs may vary considerably depending on the n...

Page 64: ...ume of recirculating air handling equipment Automatic shutdown of forced ventilation upon fire detection Spring operated fire damper s may be taken into consideration when calculating the required pressure relief vent opening A general estimate of the flammables involved The fuel demanding the highest extinguishing concentration shall govern Quantity of flammables expected to be in the enclosure A...

Page 65: ...ems must be considered when evaluating the cylinder storage spaces A standard Argonite system will operate within a temperature range of 20 F to 130 F 29 C to 54 C If closed pipe sections are involved safety reliefs are required for all closed sections of pipe Pressure relief venting Cylinder storage room equipped with proper exhaust ventilation Cylinder storage space Allowance for proper access t...

Page 66: ...erature specified VS Specific volume of Argonite at 70 F 21 1 C 0 71086 m3 kg at 1013 mbar C Design concentration of Argonite in the protected area s Specific volume of superheated Argonite vapor Can be approximated by the formula s 0 6598 0 00242t t Temperature in the Hazard C For further details regarding specific vapor volumes at various temperatures refer to NFPA 2001 Appendix A Mx X s Where M...

Page 67: ... to a greater specific vapor A system designed for sea level will develop a greater concentration level at an elevation above sea level To correct for the effects of a higher elevation the quantity of agent used should be reduced The correction factors are listed in Table 7 2 Table 7 2 Elevation Correction Factors Altitude Enclosure Pressure Correction Factor ft km PSIA cm Hg 3000 0 92 16 25 84 00...

Page 68: ...1 0840 1 2193 1 5369 5 0 7041 0 8106 0 8653 0 9233 1 0437 1 1750 1 3155 0 0 6791 0 7806 0 8339 0 8897 1 0064 1 1322 1 2686 5 0 6549 0 7532 0 8041 0 8574 0 9705 1 0910 1 2235 10 0 6317 0 7267 0 7759 0 8276 0 9358 1 0528 1 1800 15 0 6092 0 7012 0 7492 0 7989 0 9038 1 0173 1 1394 20 0 5889 0 6779 0 7238 0 7725 0 8742 0 9830 1 1002 25 0 5694 0 6554 0 6997 0 7471 0 8443 0 9498 1 0637 30 0 5504 0 6337 0...

Page 69: ...19 0 02323 0 02479 0 02648 0 02991 0 03365 0 03770 30 0 01935 0 02228 0 02379 0 02538 0 02874 0 03232 0 03620 40 0 01858 0 02141 0 02284 0 02437 0 02758 0 03104 0 03476 50 0 01789 0 02058 0 02195 0 02343 0 02650 0 02981 0 03341 60 0 01722 0 01978 0 02111 0 02254 0 02550 0 02867 0 03212 70 0 01657 0 01904 0 02032 0 02171 0 02454 0 02761 0 03096 80 0 01595 0 01834 0 01957 0 02092 0 02366 0 02659 0 0...

Page 70: ...eria the highest minimum clearance listed for this group shall be used Table 7 5 Minimum Electrical Clearance Nominal System Voltage kV Maximum System Voltage kV Design BIL 2 kV Minimum Clearance in mm 13 8 14 5 110 7 178 23 0 24 3 150 10 254 34 5 36 5 200 13 330 46 0 48 3 250 17 432 69 0 72 5 350 25 635 115 0 121 0 550 42 1067 138 0 145 0 650 50 1270 161 0 169 0 750 58 1473 230 0 242 0 900 76 193...

Page 71: ...y 2 to 3 minutes 7 10 4 Flow Calculation The Kidde Fire Systems flow calculation program must be used to design an Argonite system Refer to the Argonite Flow Calculation Software Manual P N 38 KFSARG 100 for details on the flow calculation program used by Kidde Fire Systems It is based on the input of Cylinder storage pressure at 70 F 21 1 C Hazard enclosure temperature start of pipe Hazard enclos...

Page 72: ...r several hazards systems these shall be calculated individually as if they were single systems The number of cylinders required for the cylinder bank will be based on the hazard with the largest demand or the largest demand required for protecting hazards that may be on fire simultaneously The quantity of extinguishant to be stored must as a minimum be adequate to protect the largest hazard and p...

Page 73: ...Volume L Nominal Protected Volume 2900 PSI 200 bar ISO 30 Safety Factor NFPA 20 Safety Factor ft 3 m3 ft 3 m3 15 9 205 80 5 83 228 80 6 48 66 7 863 60 24 45 959 50 27 17 80 0 1035 30 29 32 1150 60 32 58 Values are based on the following equation Venc Mgas Mx For MGas see Table 7 6 For Mx see Paragraph 7 7 3 7 10 9 Cylinder Volume Ratio Class B Fires n Heptane Based on the cylinder size and pressur...

Page 74: ...lled by any single solenoid valve should not exceed 100 The solenoid valve s are to be energized for the entire discharge period approximately 2 minutes 7 13 NOZZLES 7 13 1 Selecting Number of Nozzles The nozzles are designed for 360 coverage The maximum coverage of a single nozzle is 1 254 ft 2 116 5 m2 The 360 nozzle cannot be mounted in a corner or against a wall The maximum nozzle discharge ra...

Page 75: ...ce size In an Argonite system pipe diameters nozzle sizes nozzle orifices and restrictor sizes shall always be verified by a flow calculation When determining the number of nozzles to be used in a system the shape of the enclosure area and volume as well as the shape of any protected voids raised floor suspended ceiling must be taken into account Other important considerations include installed eq...

Page 76: ...be used only for underfloors that will be relatively open This requires some judgment on the part of the designer but in general if the horizontal line of sight is more than 70 obstructed in an underfloor these maximum figures should be reduced by 50 In protected hazards with underfloors that are unprotected and not gas tight consideration shall be given to having nozzles installed below the floor...

Page 77: ...FPA 2001 In addition the system shall be securely supported with allowances made for agent thrust forces and thermal expansion contraction and should not be subjected to mechanical chemical vibration corrosion or other damages Where explosions are likely the piping shall be attached to supports that are least likely to be displaced Although Argonite piping systems are not under continuous pressure...

Page 78: ...9 are approximate flow rates for estimating pipe sizes The Kidde Fire Systems Argonite Flow Calc program must be used to verify exact pipe sizes nozzle orifices and restrictor sizes for all system designs and installations See Argonite Flow Calc Manual P N 38 KFSARG 100 Failure to use the Argonite Flow Calculation Software could result in system malfunction thereby causing property damage personal...

Page 79: ...ed for intermediate support between rigid supports they shall be a steel clevis hanger of the proper size for the sup ported pipe and with solid bar type hanger rod See Table 7 11 on the following page for rod sizes Hanger rods shall not be subjected to stresses due to bending Note C clamps are not acceptable to support rod hangers Generally it is acceptable to alternate hangers on rods Where an i...

Page 80: ...single cylinder systems ensure the piping is plugged and the outlet hose detached before pressure testing Pneumatic pressure testing creates a potential risk of injury to personnel in the area as a result of airborne projectiles if rupture of the piping system occurs Prior to the pneumatic pressure test being conducted the protected area shall be evacuated and appropriate safeguards shall be provi...

Page 81: ...e may open with a tremendous force as soon as the door lock is freed No enclosure is 100 tight A certain amount of leakage to adjacent areas is to be anticipated during and following an Argonite discharge Consideration shall be given to concentration products of combustion and the relative size of adjacent spaces Additional consideration shall be given to exhaust vent paths when opening or venting...

Page 82: ... Continuous visual and audible alarms at entrances and designated exits inside the protected area as well as continuous visual alarms outside the protected area that operate until the protected area has been made safe Where required predischarge alarms that are distinctive from other alarm signals and that will operate immediately upon initiation of the time delay cycle upon detection of a fire Ap...

Page 83: ...tion inspection information and general precautions to be taken during reinstallation of the cylinder 7 21 3 Warning Alarms and Signs Audible and visual alarm devices within as well as outside the enclosure shall be provided with warning signs WARNING LEAVE AREA IMMEDIATELY WHEN ALARM SOUNDS DO NOT RE ENTER AREA AFTER THE SYSTEM IS DISCHARGED UNLESS VENTILATED THIS AREA PROTECTED BY AN ARGONITE FI...

Page 84: ...ntrol system evaluate the ambient environmental conditions to determine the appropriate device and sensitivity in order to prevent false discharges while still providing the necessary earliest actuation In high airflow environments air sampling detection devices should be considered Detectors installed at the maximum spacing as listed or approved for fire alarm use can result in excessive delay in...

Page 85: ...d in the functions they are expected to perform Personnel working in an enclosure protected by a clean agent shall receive training regarding agent safety issues The importance of maintenance cannot be too highly emphasized As a minimum the following should be required for maintaining the system 8 1 1 Cylinder Pressure Although the pressure of all cylinders is checked at the commissioning stage th...

Page 86: ...pected for any signs of damage deterioration or obstruction Nozzles should be checked for any signs of blockage and cleaned if appropriate Any paint or lacquer shall be removed 8 2 4 Protected Room At least every twelve months the protected room shall be thoroughly inspected to determine if changes to the volume penetrations or leakages have occurred that could adversely affect the extinguishing p...

Page 87: ... connection port on the Argonite cylinder valve The pressure gauge or pressure gauge solenoid valve unit is fitted on the port of the Argonite cylinder valve The actuator hose from the pressure gauge solenoid valve unit is fitted on the free port of the tee piece Refer to the following figures for system details Figures 6 15 and 6 16 can also be referenced ARGONITE CYLINDER BRACKET DISCHARGE HOSE ...

Page 88: ...0 Figure 8 2 Pressure Gauge with Supervisory Pressure Switch 8 4 2 Solenoid Valve Gauge and Supervisory Pressure Switch Assembly for Pilot Cylinder s TOP VIEW SHOWN ON CYLINDER TEE FITTING 19 MM HEX CONNECTION TO VALVE P N 38 509816 001 FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW SOLENOID 24 VDC P N 38 509834 001 WITH 1 2 FNPT SOLENOID CONNECTOR P N 38 509866 001 GAUGE WITH SUPERVISORY PRESSURE SWITCH P N 38 109891 001 ...

Page 89: ...is connected to both the cylinder valve and system piping prior to reassembly 1 Ensure the O ring in the swivel nut is in place and greased 2 Fit the complete unit on the cylinder valve adjust gauge so that it is positioned vertically and tighten the swivel nut by hand until pressure is indicated on the gauge 3 Secure swivel nut by the use of a 36 mm wrench Apply torque 34 to 37 lb ft 46 to 50 Nm ...

Page 90: ...e the coil from the high pressure solenoid valve unit remove nut screw and pull out the coil 3 Disconnect the pilot hose 19 mm hex from the cylinder valve connection 4 Carefully loosen the 36 mm swivel nut on the gauge unit to relieve pressure out the vent hole 5 When the pressure indicated on the pressure gauge has fallen to zero 0 disconnect the gauge unit from the cylinder valve 6 Disconnect th...

Page 91: ...om the actuator 6 Close the valve using the handle on top of the valve The valve will not close automatically 7 The handle can also be used to open the valve during emergency conditions 8 6 3 Pressure Regulator Selector Valve Systems Check the operation of the pressure regulator If no full discharge test is performed the operation adjustment of the pressure regulator can be performed as follows 1 ...

Page 92: ...ng Pressure Gauge Unit Check the connection swivel nut the gauge connection and the plug using leak detection liquid Action If leakage is detected at the swivel connection dismantle and replace the O ring P N 38 509870 001 Leakage detected at gauge connection and plug Action Contact Kidde Fire Systems Field Service Department or authorized distributor immediately 8 7 3 Leaking Pressure Gauge Solen...

Page 93: ...d according to the normal routines for the chosen filling station provided the station complies with all stipulated requirements for pressures and contents 9 2 RESPONSIBILITIES It is the responsibility of the owner or service contract holder to issue these procedures to the relevant filling stations It is the responsibility of the filling station to fill cylinders according to these procedures to ...

Page 94: ...illing Weight Controlled at 70 F 21 1 C Nitrogen and Argon shall be administered according to the table below in order to achieve the required cylinder pressure It must be noted that the net volume of the cylinder shall be used for calculating the required quantity of the individual gases The final filling pressures s shall be verified See the Pressure Temperature chart for Argon Nitrogen and comb...

Page 95: ...the valve prior to filling It is recommended that the valve be operated pneumatically when it is under pressure 9 6 FILLING Filling is performed through the valve discharge port outlet see Figure 9 1 Prior to starting the filling process check the valve operation by opening closing the valve Connect the valve filling inlet to the Argonite filling systems 1 4 BSP PILOT CONNECTION BURST DISC P N 06 ...

Page 96: ...filling adapter from the filling inlet Handle for opening closing the valve Torque required to manually open close the valve during the filling process Table 9 3 Required Torque for Filling Pressure Torque to Open Torque to Close N m in lb N m in lb 0 2 5 22 1 1 5 13 3 2900 PSI 200 bar 6 0 53 1 5 0 44 3 FILLING ADAPTER WITH 1 4 IN INLET P N 38 509801 001 FILLING ADAPTER WITH CGA 580 INLET P N 38 5...

Page 97: ...9 4 1 filling by pressure or against the table in Paragraph 9 4 2 1 if filling by weight 5 Fill the second gas Argon or Nitrogen to the required pressure If filling by weight check weight against Table 9 1 6 When filling is completed and both gases filled check the Argonite pressure Close the valve by turning the handle clockwise until firm resistance is met 7 Leak test all connection points no le...

Page 98: ... an ideal gas equation corrected for Argonite compression factors at 70 F 21 1 C The graph is only valid after the temperature is equalized between the Argonite gas and the cylinder 2000 0 2100 0 2200 0 2300 0 2400 0 2500 0 2600 0 2700 0 2800 0 2900 0 3000 0 3100 0 3200 0 3300 0 3400 0 3500 0 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 Figure 9 3 Filling Argonite By Pressure ...

Page 99: ...RG 000 9 7 2 Filling Argonite Nitrogen First Based on ideal gas equation factors for Nitrogen 1000 1050 1100 1150 1200 1250 1300 1350 1400 1450 1500 1550 1600 1650 1700 1750 1800 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 Figure 9 4 Filling Argonite Nitrogen First ...

Page 100: ...m 38 KFSARG 000 9 7 3 Filling Argonite Argon First Based on ideal gas equation factors for Argon 1000 1050 1100 1150 1200 1250 1300 1350 1400 1450 1500 1550 1600 1650 1700 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 Figure 9 5 Filling Argonite Argon First ...

Page 101: ...ST The filling station is to complete the filling list and issue copy to the purchaser as well as include a copy with the shipment Table 9 5 Filling List Filling List Number Order Number Client Cylinder Number Cylinder Size 15 9 L 66 7 L or 80 L Argonite Pressure Fill Date Filler s Signature ...

Page 102: ...e All cylinder lables are for 2900 PSI 200 bar and are DOT Department of Transportation and TC Transport Canada Versions COMPRESSED GAS UN1984 ARGONITE 50 AR 50 N2 NON FLAMMABLE GAS 2 38 509863 001 FIRST AID PRESSURE USE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET MSDS ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION IF BREATHING IS DIFFICULT GIVE OXYGEN CALL A PHYSICIAN STORE AND USE WITH ADEQUATE VENTILATION USE EQ...

Page 103: ...ID ITEM NO 1 2 1S IMDG P 2141 STANDARD FOR CLEAN AGENT EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS NFPA 2001 KIDDE FIRE SYSTEMS ARGONITE DESIGN OPERATION AND SERVICE MANUAL PART NUMBER 38 KFSARG 001 THE CYLINDERS SHOULD BE INSPECTED MONTHLY OR MORE FREQUENTLY WHEN CIRCUMSTANCES REQUIRE PIPING AND NOZZLES SHOULD BE EXAMINED TO DETERMINE THAT THEY ARE UNOBSTRUCTED THE CONTAINER SHALL BE REFILLED OR REPLACED WHEN IT SHOWS...

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Page 105: ...n Emergency Phone Numbers Local filling station A 1 1 COMPOSITION INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Substance Preparation Preparation Components Impurities Contains no components or impurities which will influence the classification of the product CAS No N A EEC No N A Argonite Specifications Mixture of 50 to 52 N2 and 48 to 50 Ar H2 O 10ppm O2 10ppm in base components A 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Hazards ...

Page 106: ...d at the skin can enter the body through small wounds or can even penetrate the skin causing serious or fatal injuries Seek medical advice immediately Ingestion Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure A 4 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Specific Hazards Exposure to fire may cause containers to rupture explode Call the Fire Department Non flammable Hazardous combustion products None Suitab...

Page 107: ... be prevented Use only equipment that is specified as suitable for this product its supply pressure and temperature Contact your supplier if in doubt Compressed gas cylinders are heavy and contain considerable stored energy Use suitable equipment and handle with appropriate caution Refer to suppliers Keep containers below 122 F 50 C in a well ventilated place A 7 EXPOSURE CONTROLS PERSONAL PROTECT...

Page 108: ...Reactivity Stable under normal conditions A 10 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION General No toxicological effects from this product LC50 ih ppm No acute toxicity A 11 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION General No ecological damage is caused by this product Nitrogen and Argon are natural components of air Nitrogen constituting approximately 78 and Argon approximately 0 9 of the earth s atmosphere A 12 DISPOSAL CONSIDE...

Page 109: ...le driver is aware of the potential hazards of the load and knows what to do in an emergency Before transporting product containers ensure Cylinder valve is closed and not leaking Valve outlet cap or plug where provided is correctly fitted Adequate ventilation Compliance with applicable regulations A 14 REGULATORY INFORMATION Number in annex 1 of Dir 67 548 Not included in Annex 1 EC Classificatio...

Page 110: ...gh material compatibility and safety study should be carried out Details in this document are believed to be correct at present While great care has been taken in the preparation of this information no liability for injury damage or non compliance with any legislation or directive arising from its use can be accepted This sheet does not constitute or substitute for the user s own assessment of wor...

Page 111: ...______ Vol x ________ concentration factor __________________ kg ________ kg x ________ __________________ kg Total Kilograms Required __________________ Storage Required ________ kg required ________ kg cyl __________________ cylinders __________________ Cylinders Main and __________________ Cylinders Reserve Description Part Number Usable Capacity kg 80 L Cylinder Assembly 2900 PSI 200 bar DOT a...

Page 112: ...6 0 8653 0 9233 1 0437 1 1750 1 3155 0 0 6791 0 7806 0 8339 0 8897 1 0064 1 1322 1 2686 5 0 6549 0 7532 0 8041 0 8574 0 9705 1 0910 1 2235 10 0 6317 0 7267 0 7759 0 8276 0 9358 1 0528 1 1800 15 0 6092 0 7012 0 7492 0 7989 0 9038 1 0173 1 1394 20 0 5889 0 6779 0 7238 0 7725 0 8742 0 9830 1 1002 25 0 5694 0 6554 0 6997 0 7471 0 8443 0 9498 1 0637 30 0 5504 0 6337 0 6768 0 7225 0 8167 0 9191 1 0297 3...

Page 113: ... 0 03365 0 03770 30 0 01935 0 02228 0 02379 0 02538 0 02874 0 03232 0 03620 40 0 01858 0 02141 0 02284 0 02437 0 02758 0 03104 0 03476 50 0 01789 0 02058 0 02195 0 02343 0 02650 0 02981 0 03341 60 0 01722 0 01978 0 02111 0 02254 0 02550 0 02867 0 03212 70 0 01657 0 01904 0 02032 0 02171 0 02454 0 02761 0 03096 80 0 01595 0 01834 0 01957 0 02092 0 02366 0 02659 0 02979 90 0 01536 0 01770 0 01887 0 ...

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Page 115: ...O OR REV DATE 5 SYSTEM EQUIPMENT 6 PRIORITY OF COMMENT 7 USER EVALUATION MANUAL IS q EXCELLENT q GOOD q FAIR q POOR q COMPLETE qINCOMPLETE 8 q PROBLEM q QUESTION q SUGGESTION qCOMMENT check one 9 RECOMMENDED CHANGE TO PUBLICATION PAGE PARAGRAPH LINE FIGURE TABLE RECOMMENDED CHANGES AND REASON NO NO NO NO NO Use Blank Continuation Sheets as Required 10 ORIGINATOR 11 COMPANY NAME 12 ADDRESS 13 KIDDE...

Page 116: ...KIDDE FENWAL Inc 400 Main Street Ashland MA 01721 Attn Documentation Manager Place Stamp Here FOLD FOLD ...

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Page 118: ...iginal Invoice which will become part of your sales agreement Please contact Kidde Fenwal directly for a return material authorization RMA number before returning material to the factory at Ashland Massachusetts shipment prepaid Kidde Fenwal will repair or replace and ship prepaid These instructions do not purport to cover all the details or variations in the equipment described nor do they provid...

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