Kidde Fire Systems Argonite, Инструкция по проектированию, установке и обслуживанию

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8-1
September 2004
Argonite
®
Engineered Fire Suppression System
38-KFSARG-000
CHAPTER 8
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
8-1 INTRODUCTION
It is essential that the Argonite
®
system be carefully maintained to ensure readiness when
required. Routine maintenance is liable to be overlooked or given insufficient attention by the
owner of the system. However, its neglect can imperil the lives of the occupants of the premises
and result in a crippling financial loss.
Note: Safety should be a prime concern during installation, service, maintenance, testing,
handling and recharging of Argonite Systems and agent containers. All personnel
who could be expected to inspect, test, maintain, or operate fire extinguishing systems
shall be thoroughly trained and kept thoroughly trained 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, the pressures
should be checked again approximately two (2) weeks after installation or after cylinder
refilling following a system discharge.
8-1.2 Pressure Gauges
Visually check that all cylinder pressure gauges are reading the correct pressure as
stated on the cylinder label (located on the cylinder body). If the cylinder gauge indicates
a pressure less than 2750 PSI (190 bar) at 70°F (21.1°C), the cylinder must be recharged.
Preventive Maintenance; at least semiannually.
8-1.3 Cylinder Valves
Check that the cylinder valve(s) are in the closed and sealed position.