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Automist Smartscan Hydra

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 DIOM Manual - version 3.01.0 

 

 

Plumis Ltd Copyright © 2020. All Rights Reserved. 

 

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Head Placement 

 

Between 1.40 and 1.45 m high for sprayhead in non-kitchen area. 

 

Between 1.20 and 1.45 m high for sprayhead in kitchen area. 

 

In a “preferred position” and clear from obstructions (1.5 m around the head). 

 

Head placement matches the layout drawing supplied with the commissioning form. 

 

The coverage must be in line with Plumis Guidelines and the guidance in this DIOM. Any deviations 
must be justified by the Designer and agreed in written with the AHJ. 

High Pressure Hose 

 

High pressure hose must have been flushed with air to remove water, avoid dripping and Legionella. 

 

High pressure hose must be protected by a fire resisting barrier, and a fire resisting sleeve if exposed. 

 

It is critically important that the high-pressure hose locking pin (behind the pump) is in position so that 
the quick connector and O-ring are firmly retained after any operations that required disconnection of 
the high-pressure line. 

 

Appendix C (high pressure hose specification) is met. 

Stainless Steel Piping (alternative to high pressure hose) 

 

Material: Stainless Steel 

 

Stainless steel pipes and fittings must conform to  
UK (BS 8458:2015): ASTM A269-10 and ASTM A312 
US (NFPA 750): ASTM A269 or ASTM A 632 or ASTM A 778 or ASTM A 789/ A 789M 

 

Internal diameter: 5/16” (8 mm) 

 

Working pressure at least: 150 bar 

 

Maximum total length: 50 m 

Fire Stopping 

 

Ensure any connections between fire-separating elements are fire-stopped at both ends to maintain 
the continuity of resistance. 

Coverage 

 

IMPORTANT!

 It is the designer’s responsibility to ensure when using the product as part of a fire 

strategy or for code compliance to ensure the system is installed as per the guidelines (see page 24). 

 

If protecting the means of escape only, ensure all adjacent rooms which are not separated by a fire 
resisting door are covered. Covering only the stairs will not suppress fires in non-separated adjacent 
rooms, negatively impacting tenability on the escape route. 

Documentation 

 

Installer sign-off details (including pump pressure) are noted on pump. 

 

An occupant information sheet must have been provided to the property. 

 

The Installer Commissioning form must have been provided (can be obtained from Plumis or the 
installer) with a matching layout drawing. 

 

The Plumis Warranty Certificate is provided (can be obtained from Plumis) once the layout has been 
submitted and approved by Plumis. 

 

It may be useful to take photos of any safety critical elements for your own records. 

Summary of Contents for Automist Smartscan Hydra

Page 1: ...nd Maintenance DIOM Manual Version 3 10 0 The Smartscan Hydra DIOM Manual is designed to provide stakeholders with essential information regarding specification installation maintenance and commission...

Page 2: ...mpensatory Feature 18 Higher fire risk and impact factors 18 Occupancy profile vulnerable people risk factors 19 Improving Automist s performance and reliability 19 Resilience and Robustness 19 DESIGN...

Page 3: ...vices 47 Compatible detectors alarms 48 Plumis Wireless Smoke Heat Alarm DT01 49 Pump with an output relay AP10 50 Integration with other alarm systems 50 1 Domestic 50 2 Residential 51 Transmission o...

Page 4: ...ning 86 Re enter Commissioning Mode After Successful Commissioning 86 Alarm Test Mode 86 Commissioning Certificate 87 Documentation 87 Post installation checklist Key points for installers and Buildin...

Page 5: ...0 Plumis Ltd Copyright 2020 All Rights Reserved Page 5 of 116 S MA RT SC AN Repair 100 Troubleshooting 100 Returning equipment to Plumis RMA 105 Warranty 105 APPENDIX A 107 APPENDIX B 109 APPENDIX C 1...

Page 6: ...Automist Smartscan Hydra DIOM Manual version 3 01 0 Plumis Ltd Copyright 2020 All Rights Reserved Page 6 of 116 S MA RT SC AN INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMIST SMARTSCAN HYDRA...

Page 7: ...tructions contained in this manual The execution of its provisions will be entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced people for whose use it has been produced Once installed the Authorised...

Page 8: ...ess fires by wetting surfaces and directly cooling the flames with large water drops Watermist uses fine droplets which evaporate at the base of the fire to extract heat and displace the oxygen fuel T...

Page 9: ...hen the valve is too close to the wall 6 stainless steel inlet hose AC03 7 Automist Smartscan Hydra pump unit AP08 8 Automist Smartscan Hydra controller CT01 9 Quick connect with test point for pressu...

Page 10: ...mbly Order 1 3 4 BSP water supply i WRAS approved isolation valve ii WRAS approved check valve An additional hose vii can be added between ii and iii for when space is tight iii PRV PTFE on both sides...

Page 11: ...that provided in this DIOM In buildings where there is a mix of residential non residential and commercial use e g where flats are above shops car parks bin stores offices and retail units it is gene...

Page 12: ...e page 11 6 Design 6 1 Fire tests Yes See page 23 6 2 Limits of application Yes See page 23 6 3 System design Alternative See page 23 and 25 6 4 Extent of watermist system protection Yes See page 24 6...

Page 13: ...tion of the power and water supply must be carried out by a suitably qualified electrician and plumber Electrical work must meet the NICEIC standards and plumbing work must meet the standards of the C...

Page 14: ...y legal requirements determining the use of fire suppression or whether elective and the guidance documents used to determine the requirements for fire suppression d the water and power supply availab...

Page 15: ...ory life safety standards the design performance and implementation of Automist are completely at the client s discretion and are not governed by statutory prescriptive requirements The performance an...

Page 16: ...pensatory features see page 18 c higher fire safety risk and impact factors see page 18 and d occupancy profile vulnerable people see page 19 Type of building and occupancy The Automist Designer shoul...

Page 17: ...rmitted mains powered alarms with battery backup only Power Robustness Resilience 1 Independent circuit 1 Independent circuit or 2 Independent circuit and dual power supply or 3 Independent circuit an...

Page 18: ...ulted regarding the most suitable specification of the system and a fire safety strategy should be drawn up to support the proposals for the specific case See also BS 9991 BS 9999 BS 7974 Higher fire...

Page 19: ...lcohol or drugs increasing the likelihood of a fire and lowering reaction to alarm Improving Automist s performance and reliability Additional measures to improve the performance and reliability of th...

Page 20: ...r above see page 50 c Sufficient water supply should be ascertained at a time of peak demand so that there is sufficient pressure and flow available from the mains to allow the system to perform As th...

Page 21: ...ensity so there is greater overlap between sprayhead coverage 4 Installation of two systems in parallel see page 35 f Maintenance frequency 1 The routine inspection rate of key components controller f...

Page 22: ...Automist Smartscan Hydra DIOM Manual version 3 01 0 Plumis Ltd Copyright 2020 All Rights Reserved Page 22 of 116 S MA RT SC AN DESIGN AND SPECIFICATION...

Page 23: ...ding above 2m However this requires a written justification from a fire engineer because the increased ceiling height increases detector activation time For high ceilings beam or aspirating detectors...

Page 24: ...dra supports up to 6 sprayheads per pump and controller pair The extent of Automist coverage should be provided in all parts of the dwelling except for the following areas which may be excluded unless...

Page 25: ...and compartments is likely to take place and therefore that the fire risk in the area is such that Automist coverage is necessary The Automist should be designed to facilitate easy maintenance Parts...

Page 26: ...f heat and toxic gas The obstruction risk depends on the system so the traditional obstruction sources for traditional systems do not apply to Automist other risks instead must be considered Tradition...

Page 27: ...guidelines of use Plumis also leave a tag on the sprayhead upon completion of installation and encourage the user to visit our website so they can learn more about its operation and register online Fi...

Page 28: ...N We choose this height for the sprayhead for a clear view over most of the furniture in the home Figure 8 Diagram of the sprayhead height in relation to living room furniture Figure 9 Diagram of the...

Page 29: ...rature beyond a threshold The sprayhead targets the hottest visible area even if the view is partially obstructed because all the heat accumulates on the ceiling emanating from the centre of the fire...

Page 30: ...he likelihood of placing something directly in front of the sprayhead is reduced see primary objective on page 31 Use the proximity to a feature in the room where people are less likely to put somethi...

Page 31: ...s to select a position where the likelihood of placing something directly in front of the sprayhead is reduced Figure 14 Preferred position within 30cm of a light switch N b Take extra care to conside...

Page 32: ...h fixed layouts furniture like kitchens Typically the only large movable item of furniture in the kitchen is the fridge If all worktops the oven and the hob are in the 45 degrees in front of the spray...

Page 33: ...n see below an obstruction alongside the head removes more coverage for the later Figure 23 Spraying with the length of the room Figure 24 Spraying across the length room We can achieve this by using...

Page 34: ...obstruction to the next one Figure 30 Utilising one sprayhead proximity to another Finally consideration should be taken to not position heads too close to corners If the head is too close to a corner...

Page 35: ...flow given by the pass criteria determined by the BS 8458 fire test in Annex C The system is designed to run at 5 6 lpm 80 110 bar pressure The minimum and default runtime is 30 minutes IMPORTANT 30 m...

Page 36: ...e highest flow and pressure Automist should be connected to a reliable water supply which delivers 8 litres per minute lpm flow at a minimum of 1 5 bar 150kPa and a maximum of 16 bar 1 6 MPa static pr...

Page 37: ...60 litres 10 mins supply at 6lpm 20 litres Residential At least 200 litres 180 litres 30 mins supply at 6lpm 20 litres High Rise building At least 500 litres 360 litres 60 mins supply at 6lpm 140 lit...

Page 38: ...Objective on page 32 For installation in the kitchen area the sprayhead must be installed at a height of 1200 1450mm Locate the head at the lowest possible height within that range b Above a worktop I...

Page 39: ...T Automist should not be used in areas with a large greater than 2 sqm highly polished metal surface without a glass coating such as a commercial kitchen as the accuracy of the fire detection could be...

Page 40: ...Protection Service 6 General Construction 6 2 and 6 5 not applicable as electronically controlled nozzle 7 Strainer and Filter 8 General Performance section 8 4 Residential Section 44 9 Watermist Nozz...

Page 41: ...x 22 AWG 0 35mm2 Individually Screened Two Pair LSF Data Cable Grey Each twisted pair individually shielded with outer shield drain wire Maximum length of data cable from Controller to Heads 80m whic...

Page 42: ...387FTD103 FS Cable SKU 2 x 0 65mm Firetuf Data BS 5839 IEC60331 2 Red LSHF 910234 60018006 Maximum length of alarm cable from Alarm to the furthest Head 20m ONLY use one pair of cables for the wired...

Page 43: ...387FTD103 silicone insulation Figure 43 Alarm Cable with 0 5mm2 ferrule IMPORTANT Stripped back 10mm note the clear silicone inner insulation red arrow must also be removed see Figure 43 Bootlace Ferr...

Page 44: ...quipment should be used Sprayhead Specification Weight 1 3 kg Size 133mm height x 50mm depth x 128mm width IP Rating IP24D Nozzle Operating Pressure 80 100 bar Flow Rate 6 litres per minute Spray Patt...

Page 45: ...ssure hoses must be mounted as close to the ground as possible and within the wall For cases where the hose is exposed in the room conduit sleeves must be used Where the hose is surface mounted more t...

Page 46: ...om an adjacent wall o Single braided SKU 11011405 Egeflex 1 CO o Double braided SKU 11021405 Egeflex 2 CO o Weblink https www hydroscand co uk uk_en product egeflex 2 co 1102 14 o Hose must be tested...

Page 47: ...gives guidance on unusual ceiling types Automist Smartscan Hydra s use of alarm s or detector s does not affect or reduce any requirements for the use of smoke detection in the property Smoke detectio...

Page 48: ...aver base with continuity switch Apollo Orbis TimeSaver LX Base ORB MB 00002 APO https www apollo fire co uk products range orbis mounting bases orb mb 00002 apo orbis timesaver base lx without contin...

Page 49: ...rayhead only The alarm has a built in wireless transmitter which communicates with the control panel via the sprayhead receivers When smoke is detected the alarm sounds a loud local alarm and the buil...

Page 50: ...ist commissioning 1 Domestic Take for example when Building Control stipulate a Grade D LD1 standard fire alarm system Smoke detectors will be sited in hallways and landings at all floor levels and th...

Page 51: ...oke By altering the detection method utilised on the fire testing of Hydra against BS 8458 and if the application is to meet Building Regulations the specifying installer is taking responsibility to e...

Page 52: ...and shows a red LED flashing when the Automist system is in fault and requires attention Valves A WRAS approved isolation valves is required so that the Automist Smartscan Hydra system can be shut of...

Page 53: ...d by a fire resisting partition from the mist protected room s that it serves Alternatively a flame proof enclosure G0001_M can be purchased from Plumis for the purpose of protection to minimise the e...

Page 54: ...nds the purchase of an inexpensive alarm like the one in the following link LED Power Cut Failure Outage Alert Automatic Alarm Warning Siren Indicator ASIN B01GE3NDB4 https www amazon co uk gp product...

Page 55: ...which is fastened to the wall to prevent the occupant from tampering with the pump and water inlet The volume of the enclosure must be at least 0 124m3 to prevent overheating Any pump enclosures and...

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Page 57: ...wrenches A set of screwdrivers including Torx bits A suitable electric drill Electrical cable PTFE tape During second fix A pressure gauge kit CM01 available from Plumis A commissioning kit CM06 avail...

Page 58: ...re are no spare ways in the existing consumer unit or there are no available non RCD protected ways in the existing consumer unit the electrician may wish to use a Henley Block to provide new tails to...

Page 59: ...over box to meet BS476 Part 22 1987 and EN1364 1999 If the electrical installation is required to follow BS 8458 the stipulations of that standard must be adopted it may require the use of fuses rathe...

Page 60: ...e used An outside pipe diameter of less than 28mm is a good indicator that a survey is required Verification of the flow and pressure provided by the specific water supply pipe is required Photographs...

Page 61: ...stopped Effective fire stopping requires good awareness of technical literature and standards and effective inspection of works on site This is particularly important where fire stopping may be left t...

Page 62: ...manual and should be protected against internal corrosion and internal scaling Structural timbers should not be notched or bored in such a way that the integrity of the structure is compromised IMPORT...

Page 63: ...s 16 which is the sum of wireless and wired detectors The total number of wired detectors in a system must be 6 or less The number of wired detectors in a series chain must be 3 or less All the wired...

Page 64: ...er power up has completed and the alarm is functioning normally the green LED blinks once every 12 seconds To replace the batteries 1 Remove the alarm from its mounting base by twisting the alarm coun...

Page 65: ...the controller is 30 m Take care to avoid any cables and pipes that may be buried in the walls IMPORTANT Connecting the power requires a suitably qualified and competent person Switch off electricity...

Page 66: ...lid over the base and fix the lid C Second Fix Installing the sprayhead s and pump Place the first sprayhead loosely in the mounting hole and connect the data cable between the terminals on the pump t...

Page 67: ...ating terminal screw ANTI CLOCKWISE 4 5 turns until end stop clutch will click with further turns After inserting wire turn screw clockwise until tight minimum 0 22Nm maximum 0 25Nm Note the green con...

Page 68: ...at the terminal block Do not over tighten the terminals Figure 62 Sprayhead daisy chain connection If you are using a hardwired alarm connect the detector to the sprayhead with a 24v fire protected c...

Page 69: ...the cable strain relief glands to ensure that any movement of the cable does not result in movement or tension at the terminal block Do not over tighten the terminals Use a torque screwdriver on the f...

Page 70: ...alled and not exposed before switching on the system for the first time If you have configured the wiring correctly for the first head the controller will chirp and display solid yellow All connected...

Page 71: ...Repeat the process above for each additional head Installing the system in this way will ensure you can identify if one of the heads has been wired incorrectly If you are confident that your system i...

Page 72: ...ystem from overpressure or water hammer See Figure 2 for installation sequence WRAS approved isolation valves are required so that the Automist Smartscan Hydra system can be shut off from the water ma...

Page 73: ...ded and already attached to the Quick Connect with Test Point The locking pin retains the quick connector in the pump outlet but can be easily removed for example to drain water from the high pressure...

Page 74: ...er interface washers the correct amount of torque must be applied to each low pressure connection This can be accomplished in two ways with the washers and mating surfaces kept dry i Apply 6Nm using a...

Page 75: ...uncommissioned state solid YELLOW LED on and requires service The customer must contact the Authorised Installer after an activation see page 92 In error conditions pressing the STOP button temporari...

Page 76: ...be performed annually by an Authorised Automist Smartscan Hydra Installer Commissioning must only take place when the system is in its ready for service state IMPORTANT The controller lid must be scr...

Page 77: ...g form online Uncommissioned state Press and hold the TEST and ENTER buttons for 10 seconds to enter commissioning mode You can only enter commissioning mode within 60 mins of system power on this is...

Page 78: ...wired alarm to produce an alarm signal All the unbound sprayheads will turn red while paired sprayheads will turn green Gently press the sprayheads to bind and unbind them to the selected alarm where...

Page 79: ...the controller indicates commission process three IMPORTANT Always select the lowest sprayhead and nearest to the pump first for flow testing first before progressively moving higher and further away...

Page 80: ...e scan test was successful If unsuccessful the head will remain solid red and return to the locked position Gently push the head to retry the scan test If it still fails turn off the system and visibl...

Page 81: ...a stable 80 to 110 bar Note the system has one second pause after 10 seconds and 30 seconds from activation of pump as a safety feature Read the pressure after the second pause Figure 79 The pressure...

Page 82: ...further away from the pump This order takes into consideration the most effective way to drain the hoses Once all the heads in the system have been flow tested and are glowing green Press ENTER on th...

Page 83: ...process Short hold STOP to go back to the previous state if required 5 System ok Figure 82 System ok Slide the heads into the rectangular hole 89 2mm wide x 117 mm high and fasten in place using the...

Page 84: ...nal alarm test mode see page 86 to ensure the heads have the freedom to rotate Online logbook Once you have successfully commissioned your unit complete the online commissioning form and attach a layo...

Page 85: ...n the Installer Label as shown above and keep a note of the details for the online commissioning form Figure 85 Stickers IMPORTANT Fill out the user instructions one pager and leave for the homeowner...

Page 86: ...is commissioned ALARM TEST MODE allows you to test the alarms in the home without activating Automist Smartscan Hydra by causing the paired heads to begin scanning IMPORTANT The scanning should be sm...

Page 87: ...utomist Designer and d the date of installation completion commissioning date The following information should be provided to the owner or occupier a details of the authorities consulted and any respo...

Page 88: ...EN1364 1999 Water Supply Check valve and filter must be installed to ensure back flow protection to the mains water and debris into the pump supplied in kit A PRV must be fitted according to Figure 2...

Page 89: ...eel Stainless steel pipes and fittings must conform to UK BS 8458 2015 ASTM A269 10 and ASTM A312 US NFPA 750 ASTM A269 or ASTM A 632 or ASTM A 778 or ASTM A 789 A 789M Internal diameter 5 16 8 mm Wor...

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Page 92: ...ed to address the fire returning after the occupant believes it has been extinguished When in this mode do not switch off the power or it will reset the 12 minute timer If the alarm condition has ende...

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Page 94: ...ayout has not changed from the original drawing If it has contact the Authorised Reseller Installer as your system may require an upgrade 2 Service the detectors IMPORTANT Detector must be serviced at...

Page 95: ...year lifetime assumed 1x head system has a 2W while 6x head system max has 5W continuous power draw Running on standby continuously for 10 years would require 6 watts X 24 hours 144 watt hours per day...

Page 96: ...a and place a dry paper towel down and observe after 10 minutes Once you have completed commissioning pay attention to the air flow through each nozzle when pumping the water out of the hose upon comp...

Page 97: ...ved systems should be replaced with systems appropriate to the system s Design Specification The system should be evaluated for the following 1 Inspection and quality assurance checks of the sprayhead...

Page 98: ...y the controller green LED is lit showing the controller is powered with no errors Unscrew fastening screw s with a small Philips head screwdriver Be careful with the screws as you will need them when...

Page 99: ...er into the PCB When fully inserted the needle adapter will be locked to the PCB We are now ready to update the controller software If necessary turn the flasher on then press the PROG button on the F...

Page 100: ...r of the alarm by using compressed air or a vacuum cleaner hose and blowing or vacuuming through the openings around the perimeter of the detector The outside of the detector can be wiped with a damp...

Page 101: ...the water mains connection can supply at least 8 litres per minute lpm of flow and if possible check that the static inlet pressure is at least 1 5 bar If the flow is close to or below 8 lpm the main...

Page 102: ...is not damaged Important Ensure the mains is off when disconnecting and making connections Turn on the system If the error condition remains follow the four beep procedure Four beeps Wiring fault Pum...

Page 103: ...or has a general fault the yellow LED blinks once every four seconds and there is a chirp every 48 seconds The Controller will go into fault mode if the error state detector trouble or a dirty detecto...

Page 104: ...a water supply to Automist Smartscan Hydra Severe blockage at the pump inlet Close off the water with the isolation valve Disconnect the inlet hose and check for blockages on the pump strainer and wit...

Page 105: ...t the installation is approved by Plumis If annual servicing is kept up to date then this warranty is extended to four years This warranty is limited to repair or replacement of units returned to Plum...

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Page 108: ...M Manual Your installer has identified the following non compliances Please take the following measures to rectify them Installation Ref Engineer Name Date Type e g BLU234 e g Ms Smith e g 01 01 2020...

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Page 110: ...8 e g Aico Wired or wireless e g 2349 9 e g Bedroom 9 e g Aico Wired or wireless e g 2350 10 e g Bedroom 10 e g Aico Wired or wireless e g 2351 11 e g Bedroom 11 e g Aico Wired or wireless e g 2352 12...

Page 111: ...e g Smartscan Hydra e g 100 bar 1 7 e g Living room 1 e g Smartscan Hydra e g 100 bar 2 8 e g Living room 1 e g Smartscan Hydra e g 100 bar 2 9 e g Bedroom 1 e g Smartscan Hydra e g 100 bar 2 10 e g B...

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Page 113: ...gs are covered with non combustible or limited combustible materials non communicating attached buildings such as garages boiler houses etc See layout drawing c Water supply requirements and verificat...

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