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FirePro
INFORMATION, INSTRUCTION
& USER MANUAL

Version 5, 01-10-2011

Fire Extinguishing
Aerosol Systems

FirePro Systems Ltd


6 Koumandarias & Spyrou Araouzou Street
Tonia Court No. 2, 6th Floor, CY-3036 Limassol
P O Box 54080, CY-3720 Limassol, CYPRUS
Tel: +357 25 379 999, Fax: +357 25 354 432
Web: www.firepro.info, email: [email protected]
An ISO 9001:2008 & 14001:2004 registered company
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Copyright ©
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced and/or published by print, photoprint, microfilm
or any other means without the prior permission of FirePro Systems Ltd./Celanova Ltd.
If this manual is published under order, see the General Terms and Conditions of FirePro Systems
Ltd./Celanova Ltd. or the relevant agreement concluded between the parties to this effect for the rights and
obligations of customer and contractor. This manual may be given to directly interested parties for perusal.

Preamble
Limited liability.

Celanova Ltd., FirePro Systems Ltd., disclaims warranties or guarantees relating to the content of this document
and specifically deny any guarantee relating to the marketability or suitability for any particular purpose.
FirePro® products are updated regularly. It is therefore possible that there will be differences in particular
instructions, specifications and illustrations in this documentation. Celanova Ltd., FirePro Systems Ltd., also
reserve the right to revise this publication and to make changes to the content without prior notice. Under
absolutely no circumstances are Celanova Ltd., FirePro Systems Ltd., liable for incidental or consequential
losses, including, but not limited to loss of income or other business losses arising from the use of these
products.

Celanova Ltd./FirePro Systems Ltd. cannot be held liable for modifications made by the user and the
consequences thereof.

No liability for consequential losses


Under no circumstances are Celanova Ltd. and FirePro Systems Ltd. and its distributors liable for losses
(including but not limited to compensation for loss of profits, business interruption, loss of business information
or other pecuniary loss) arising from the use or any prevention of use of these products, even if the risk of such
losses has been brought to the attention of Celanova Ltd. and FirePro Systems Ltd. and its distributors.

Limited guarantee

Limited manufacturer’s guarantee


Celanova Ltd. and FirePro Systems Ltd. guarantee that FirePro® products will basically function in accordance
with the associated documentation.

No other guarantee
Celanova Ltd. and FirePro Systems Ltd. and its distributors give no other guarantee, either express or implicit,
including but not limited to an implicit guarantee regarding marketability or suitability for a given purpose, in
relation to FirePro® products and the associated documentation.

Modifications to the product

Celanova Ltd.and FirePro Systems Ltd., cannot be held liable for modifications made by the user and the
consequences thereof that affect the product conformity with the CE mark.

Trademarks.

FirePro® and Celanova are registered trademarks of Celanova Ltd. of Limassol, Cyprus. All other business or
product names are trademarks, registered trademarks or service marks of their respective owners.

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Patents.

FirePro® is a registered European and Canadian patent of Celanova Ltd. of Limassol, Cyprus. Infringement of
this patent, however called, shall be pursued using the legal remedies available for this purpose.

Information about regulations

European Directives
Products as referred to in this manual with the CE mark meet the Directive for stationary dry aerosol-based
extinguishing components (EMC Directive 89/336/EEC as amended, last amended by EMC Directive
2004/108/EC). The components also meet the testing requirement BRL-K23001/03 under a certificate issued by
KIWA NV under accreditation.

Reference to the standards below is made in the above testing requirement and in this information, instruction,
and user manual.
EN-5509 (1998) : user manuals – content, structure, formulation and presentation
EN-45011 (1998) : product certification - systems
EN-45012 (1998) : certification/registration – quality systems
EN-45013 (1998) : certification of persons (NEN-EN-ISO/IEC 17024:2003 en)
EN-45004 (1998) : inspection bodies (NEN-EN-ISO/IEC 17020:2004)
EN-1050 (1997) : principles for risk assessment
EN-2535 (1996) : fire safety of buildings – fire detection installations – system and
and 2535a (2002) quality requirements and guidelines for detector siting
EN-54 (2004) : automatic fire extinguishing systems (parts 1 to 14)
NEN-1010 (2003) : safety requirements for low voltage installations
NEN-6082 (1997) : fire compartments and escape routes
NEN-2654 (2002) : management, control and maintenance of fire safety systems
NEN-2575 (2004) : fire safety of buildings – evacuation alarm installations - system and
quality requirements and guidelines for locating of alarm devices

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Table of Contents
Section Subject Page

1.0 Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 4


1.1 Foreword ................................................................................................................................................. 4
1.2 Normative References ............................................................................................................................ 4
1.3 Safety Instructions................................................................................................................................... 4
1.4 Aerosol Designations .............................................................................................................................. 5
1.5 Action of Aerosol Extinguishing Agent .................................................................................................... 7
1.6 Certification and Testing ......................................................................................................................... 8
1.7 Agreement Between the Councils for Accreditation .............................................................................. 10
1.8 KIWA Product Certificate ...................................................................................................................... 13
1.9 CE Declaration of Conformity................................................................................................................ 15
1.10 Test Institutes Worldwide ...................................................................................................................... 16
2.0 Purpose and Use ..........................................................................................................................17
3.0 Safety Measures ...........................................................................................................................18
4.0 Storage and Transport .................................................................................................................18
5.0 Design, Generator Types and Data Sheets ................................................................................19
5.1 Design ................................................................................................................................................... 19
5.2 Overview of Various Generator Types .................................................................................................. 20
5.3 Conical Nozzle ...................................................................................................................................... 21
5.4 Data Sheets .......................................................................................................................................... 22
6.0 Risk Assessment ..........................................................................................................................30
7.0 Calculation of Amount of FirePro® Required............................................................................31
8.0 Preconditions in the Design of an Installation .........................................................................33
9.0 Activation Methods.......................................................................................................................39
9.1 Types of activation ................................................................................................................................ 39
9.2 Electrical activator for thermocord ......................................................................................................... 41
9.3 Thermocord (heat-conducting cord) ...................................................................................................... 42
9.3.1 Types of thermocord ................................................................................................................. 42
9.3.2 Instructions for use of thermocord ............................................................................................. 43
9.3.3 Thermocord connections ........................................................................................................... 46
9.4 Manuals (hand-operated extinguishing units) ....................................................................................... 47
10.0 Preparation for Installation ..........................................................................................................48
10.1 General Guidelines for Installation of Fixed System.............................................................................. 48
10.2 General ................................................................................................................................................. 49
10.3 Emergency Fire Detection and Fire Alarm System Power Supply ........................................................ 50
11.0 Installation Procedure ..................................................................................................................52
11.1 Cabling/Installation ................................................................................................................................ 52
11.2 Function Retention Cabling ................................................................................................................... 53
11.3 Cable Monitoring ................................................................................................................................... 53
11.4 Shutdown of Energy Supply and Computers ........................................................................................ 54
12.0 Installation, Installation Tests, Delivery, Inspection and Maintenance ...................................54
12.1 Installation ............................................................................................................................................. 54
12.2 Installation Tests and Delivery .............................................................................................................. 55
12.3 Maintenance and Inspection ................................................................................................................. 55
12.4 Drawings and Pictograms ..................................................................................................................... 57
13.0 Residue, Removal, Dismantling of Units, Waste and Environment ........................................59
13.1 Residue ................................................................................................................................................. 59
13.2 Guidelines for the Removal of the Residue ........................................................................................... 59
13.3 Dismantling ........................................................................................................................................... 60
13.4 Waste and Environment ........................................................................................................................ 60
14.0 Material Safety Data Sheet ...........................................................................................................61
15.0 Alphabetical Technical Glossary ................................................................................................65

APPENDIXES

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1.0 Introduction
1.1 Foreword
FirePro® aerosol fire extinguishers and fire extinguishing systems are designed to control and/or extinguish a
fire. The authors have arranged this information, instruction and user manual so that consideration has been
given to all the important aspects for a functional installation. A demonstrably functional installation of FirePro®
fire extinguishing systems requires this manual to be followed closely. This manual is the result of collaboration
with the manufacturer Celanova Ltd./FirePro Systems Ltd., CFS Research & Development, TNO and KIWA.

The information, instruction and user manual is designed for experts and consultants who are involved in any
way in the design, installation, delivery and aftercare of FirePro® aerosol fire extinguishers and aerosol fire
extinguishing systems. The information, instruction and user manual must be used in conjunction with BRL
K23001 and BRL K23003 of KIWA Certification & Inspections and in conjunction with CEN/TR 15276 European
aerosol standard. The knowledge level of the various users must be adapted to their background.

For correct interpretation the ‘Certified Authorized Technical Technician Aerosol Systems’ training (CATTAS
training), which covers the aspects referred to in this document, must be followed as a minimum. The electrical
installations referred to in this information, instruction and user manual, such as fire detection, control and alarm
systems, must be installed by specially trained personnel of the supplier of the systems concerned. These
aspects are not therefore covered in this information, instruction and user manual. In the event of improper use
of this manual, neither manufacturer nor distributor nor dealer can bear any responsibility.

1.2 Normative References


The standards referred to in this information, instruction and user manual contain provisions, which because
reference is made to them, are also provisions of this document. At the time of publication of this document the
editions referred to were in force. However, all standards are subject to revision; parties concluding agreements
on the basis of this document are therefore advised to check whether it is possible to apply the most recent
edition of standards referred to in this document.

1.3 Safety Instructions


This information, instruction and user manual contain preventive measures and safety instructions for carrying
out the necessary operations safely. The following may serve as a list of the term “operations” in the different
phases of the product: transport, reception, storage, assembly, placing of product, mounting and/or installation,
treatment and/or use, maintenance, visual examination, repair, decommissioning, dismantling, removal,
disposal, waste, health, safety and environment.

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Pictograms used for prohibitions, commands and warnings in this document are:

PROHIBITION
Open fire Smoking
Important Switch off Switch on
prohibited prohibited

COMMAND
Head Hand
Important ! Eye protection Disconnect
protection protection

WARNING

Warning Fall risk Hot surface Damage Breakable

1.4 Aerosol Designations


The need for an explanation of the correct terms or designations and the behaviour of aerosol emerged during
the development of aerosol-based extinguishing systems. In this explanation we would like to consider this
matter so that clearer terms can be used in for example presentations of the extinguishing system. We shall
therefore consider the parts systematically.

Aerosol
An aerosol is a colloidal dispersion in a gas.

Aero / Sol
Air / Colloidal solution

Colloids
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Particles measuring from a few micrometres (10 m) to a few nanometres (10 m) that are suspended in
another substance or gas without actually being dissolved in it. If colloids are dispersed in a solution, we have a
colloidal solution or sol. The solvent is called dispersion medium or continuous phase. In the case of an aerosol
extinguishing agent such as FirePro® the solvent is the air around us.

Dispersion
The distribution of a substance is called dispersal and the resulting product dispersion. A sol is consequently a
colloidal dispersion in a solvent.

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Potassium
Part of the solid compound of FirePro® consists of potassium. Potassium is a chemical element (a very soft
metal with a silvery lustre).

1. History and name


Potassium was first isolated by Davy in 1807 through the electrolysis of molten potassium hydroxide (KOH),
from which the name potassium is derived (see also alkali). At roughly the same time (1807 – 1808) Gay-
Lussac and Louis Jacques Thenard obtained the element through the reduction of molten potassium carbonate
with iron filings in an iron crucible.

2. Occurrence
With 2.59% potassium occupies seventh place in the list of most common elements in the earth’s crust. In
seawater it has an average concentration of 0.380 g per kg. It occurs in very many minerals and vegetable and
living organisms (plants, animals, humans, etc, contain organic potassium salts).

3. Properties
Potassium is an alkali metal. Apart from an inert gas configuration, the elements of this group, the alkali metals,
have a single s electron that can easily be split off. Potassium consequently has a very simple, ionic chemistry.

4. Physiological significance in the human body


While it is mainly sodium salts (in particular ordinary kitchen salt) that are dissolved in tissue fluid, no sodium is
found in the cells, but potassium salts. The amount of potassium in the body is connected to the amount of
sodium. Potassium has an important part to play in living organisms. Important sources of potassium in food
are: vegetables, fruit, potatoes, meat, bread and milk. An adult needs approx. 3,500 mg of potassium per day.

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1.5 Action of Aerosol Extinguishing Agent


The overview below gives a brief description of the extinguishing action of FirePro® aerosol fire extinguishers
and fire extinguishing systems.

A minimum of three factors are needed for fire and they are:
- Oxygen
- A flammable substance
- An ignition temperature

Fire is nothing other than a chemical reaction in which the substances O, H and
OH sustain the chain reaction.

FirePro® will be activated electrically or by reaching 172 ºC, whereupon the


thermocord will react.

The aerosol released contains potassium compounds that initiate both (A) a
physical and (B) a chemical reaction with the fire.

Re A. Physical action

A certain amount of energy is needed for the chemical reactions to take place.
The required amount of energy is supplied by the abundance of energy present in
the flame.

Re B. Chemical action

There are certain reactions between atoms and parts of unstable molecules
(radicals), which take place in rapid succession in the flame during combustion.

Unstable radicals try to become stable and undergo a number of reactions. A


hydroxide (OH) is an unstable radical that also provides for the chain reaction of
fire.
The potassium obtained from the discharge of the potassium compounds reacts
during combustion with the free radicals of unstable hydroxides and forms
potassium hydroxide (KOH), which is a very stable compound. In this phase the
chain reaction of the free radicals stops and the flame goes out.
KOH reacts further in the presence of CO2 and forms K2CO3.
There are also other reactions that take place during the extinguishing that
ensure that the end product is not harmful to humans, environment and matter.

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1.6 Certification and Testing


To attain certified products and processes it was decided, on the advice of the Ministry of the Interior and the
European Community, to work according to EN-45011 (product and process certification), EN-45012 (system
certification) and EN-45013 (person certification). The necessary tests have been carried out in cooperation with
national and international accredited bodies. The chart below shows the process steps completed.

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The ministries, organisations and institutes below have co-operated


co operated with the tests and/or certifications.

FSB – Fire Solutions Benelux


US EPA
International Distributor
United States Environmental Protection
PO Box 1587
Agency
3260 BB Oud-Beijerland
Ariel Rios Bldg, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
Netherlands
Washington DC 20460
Tel. +31 (0)186-699
(0)186 699
Min. of Transport, Public Works & Water
Ministry of Housing, Spatial Planning &
Management
the Environment
Shipping Division
PO Box 30945
PO Box 8634
NL - 2500 GX The Hague
NL - 3009 AP Rotterdam
Tel. +31 (0)70-339
(0)70 4070
Tel. +31 (0)10-266 8500
Council for Accreditation
PO Box 2768
NL - 3500 GT Utrecht
Tel. +31 (0)30-239
(0)30 4500

ECB
KIWA Certification & Inspections
Julianaweg 224A
PO Box 70
NL - 1131 NW Volendam
NL - 2280 AB Rijswijk
Contact: P.A. van der Weide
Tel. +31 (0)70-414
(0)70 4489
Tel. +31 (0)299-323 123

Underwriters Laboraties of Canada


KEMA Nederland E.G. 7 Underwriters’ Rd
Utrechtseweg 310 Toronto, ON M1R 3B4
NL - 6812 AR Arnhem Canada
Tel. +31 (0)26-356
(0)26 2225 Tel. +1 416 757 3611

Ministero dell’ Interno


TNO Bouw
Direzione Generale della protezione civile e
PO Box 49
dei servizi antincendi
NL - 2600 AA Delft
Del
Italy
Tel.. +31 (0)15-284
(0)15 2309

Jednostka Certyfikująca Wyroby


Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
Centrum Naukowo-Badawcze Ochrony
333 Pfingsten Road, Northbrook,
The Józef Tuliszkowski Scientific and
IL 60062-2096
60062 USA
Research Centre for Fire Protection.

asbl ANPI vzw


Det Norske Veritas
Granbonpré 1
Zwolseweg 1
Parc scientifique Fleming
PO Box 9599
1348 Louvain-la-Neuve-Sud
Louvain
NL – 2994 LB Barendrecht
Belgium
Tel. +31 (0)10- 292 2600
Tel. +32 (0)10-47
(0)10 5243

Państwowy Zaklad Higieny


Hughes Ass. Europe, srl
Instytut Naukowo-Badawczy
Via Vincenzo Monti, 52
ul. Chocimaska 24
I – 20017 RHO (Milan)
PL - 00-791 Warschau
Tel. +39 02-9390
02 4340
Tel. +48-49-4051

Danish Maritime Authority BRE Certification Ltd


Søfartsstyrelsen incorporating LPCB
Vermundsgade 38C Bucknalls Lane,
DK - 2100 Copenhagen GB - Garston, Watford
Tel. +45 (0)39-17
(0)39 4400 WD25 9XX
Tel. +44 (0)1923-664100

Maritime Fire Institute


DBI Dansk Brand-
Brand og Sikringsteknisk The Standards Institution of Israel
Institut 42 Chaim Levanon Street
Jernholmen 12 IL - Tel Aviv 69977
DK - 2650 Hvidovre Tel. +972-3-646 5154
Tel. +45 (0)36-34
(0)36 9000

Nationaal Lucht-en
L
Ruimtevaartlaboratorium
Commonwealth Scientific & Technical
NLR Amsterdam
Research Organisation
Anthony Fokkerweg 2
Australia
1059 CM Amsterdam
Tel. +61 3 9252 6000
Tel. +31
31 20 511 3113

BSI Product Services


Kitemark House, Maylands Ave
Hemel Hempstead, HERTS HP2 4SQ
England
Tel. +44 8450 765 000

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1.7 Agreement Between


etween the Councils for Accreditation
Source: www.rva.nl

The Council for Accreditation seeks the acceptance and honouring of accreditations not only nationally
na but also
worldwide. In the case of applications for or consultation about acceptance of accreditations of other
accreditation bodies, the Council for Accreditation will always take as its starting point that the accreditations
must demonstrably be of equivalent quality level. This quality level is verified by means of international peer
reviews. Accredited bodies receive an accreditation certificate showing the international cooperation.
Equivalence at European and world level is underlined in this way.

MultiLateral Agreement (MLA)


The MLA is an efficient means of gaining cross-frontier
cross frontier European and worldwide acceptance for goods and
services. The primary MLA for the Council for Accreditation is that with other European accreditation bodies via
the EA-MLA. This EA-MLA,
MLA, in cooperation with the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC-
(ILAC
MLA) and the International Accreditation Forum (IAF-MLA),
(IAF MLA), ensures that accreditation is a 'passport' for
simplifying access to the European Union and international markets. The recognisability in the market of the
MLA signatories and the bodies declaring conformity accredited by them is simplified by the use of ILAC and
IAF logos together with the Council for Accreditation logo (as at end of 2004).

How does the MLA work?


The MLA between accreditation bodies produces mutual confidence in and acceptance of accredited
certifications, inspections, calibrations and tests. The MLA removes the need for providers of services and
products to be certified
ed in each country for example. Accreditation bodies that are signatories to an MLA are
subject to a regular, intensive review by international peers. The purpose of these assessments is to establish
that the accreditation body concerned meets and continues
continues to meet the international requirements. These peer
reviews guarantee consistent and harmonised accreditation practices and facilitate the sharing of information
and experiences between the signatories.

The MLA is an important mechanism in cross-frontier accreditation. It is


the policy of the Council for Accreditation to assist users of accredited
conformity declarations with worldwide acceptance of these declarations.

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SIGNATORIES OF THE MLA FOR


FOR TESTING
(ILAC
ILAC MRA,
MRA Bilateral agreements, address)
[Calibration
Calibration] [Inspection] [Certification (products)] [EMS]
[Certification
Certification (quality systems)]
systems) [Certification (personnel)]

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BILATERAL AGREEMENTS
(MLA TESTING, ILAC MRA)

ILAC MRA TESTING


(MLA TESTING, Bilateral agreements)
on recognition and acceptance of tests and calibration results

The list of the signatories is available at:


www.ilac.org/downloads/Arrangement.pdf

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1.8 KIWA Product Certificate


To attain European acceptance through accreditation there has been work on a structure based on the
European standards. This is for product certification, process certification and person certification. These
processes are now at an advanced stage and product certification is a fact. Under accreditation FirePro®
products are for example subject to the tests described in testing requirement BRL K-23001/03. The following
tests and inspections are among those to be found in the testing requirement:

Performance requirements and methods of determination


The stationary autonomous dry aerosol-based extinguishing components must extinguish objects of the
respective fire class to be extinguished effectively.

Performance requirement for suspension system for fire extinguishing components


The care for adequate fixing of the extinguishing components in the room where extinguishing must be done.

Product requirements and methods of determination


This chapter contains the product requirements that the extinguishing components must meet and the methods
of determination for establishing that the requirements are met.

Thermal ageing
The action of the product must have a life of 15 years.

Stability of extinguishing agent


The composition must be determined during the type tests and be registered.

Toxic aspects
The toxic aspects must meet the toxicological requirements and be determined.

Packaging, preservation, storage, identification


The packaging must be tailored to use. If special measures must be taken in connection with preservation, they
must be stated in the instructions for use and on the packaging identification label. Storage must be in
accordance with the instructions for use in connection with preservation requirements.

Installation and user manual


There shall be a clear user manual available in the language of the country of delivery.

Testing and control


This chapter contains the requirements for testing and control that are carried out for the certification.

Quality level requirements


This chapter contains the requirements that the supplier’s quality system must meet.

Installation
The steps to be taken are described in BRL-K23003. The following are among the steps to be found in it:

Design phase: Schedule of Requirements (design of extinguishing system, structural


provisions, fire detection, ventilation, transmission of fire, fault, etc).

1st inspection phase: Control of Schedule of Requirements by inspection body (ISO and EN-
45004, type A).

Testing phase: By requiring parties (Fire Service, Environment, Insurer, etc).

Any adjustments: Detail engineering (installation drawing, function matrix, block diagram,
extinguishing agent required, tool life, etc).

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2nd inspection phase: Control of detail engineering by inspection body.

Installation phase: Installation by CATTAS-trained personnel on the basis of


installation drawing, manual and standards.

Delivery: Delivery of the installation (statement of delivery).

Final inspection phase: Control by accredited body (issue of certificate).

A complete breakdown of all the requirements and the testing and inspection methods can be found in the
testing requirements, obtainable from KIWA NV in Rijswijk.

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1.9 CE Declaration of Conformity

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1.10 Test Institutes Worldwide


Part Countries No. Description
A Australia 1. ActiveFire – Active Fire Protection Equipment Listing Scheme (CSIRO).
(& New
Zealand)
Austria 1. STP, Sicherheitstechnische Prüfstelle.
B Belgium 1. ANPI - Inspections and Certifications.
C Cyprus 1. The Ministry of Justice and Public Orders, Chief Fires offices Fire Department, Cyprus.
Canada 1. ULC – Underwriters Laboratories of Canada.
D-E Denmark 1. Danish Maritime Authority.
2. Danish Fire- and Securing Technical Institution (DBI).
F–G Greece 1. Ministry of Interior and Public Orders, Commission of Fire Brigades, Greece.
2. The Standards Institution of Greece.
H-I Hungary 1. Ministry of Interior, BM TOP Fire Protection Training Institution, Fire Protection Test
Laboratory, Budapest, Hungary.
2. Award of Budapest.
J–L Israel 1. The Standards Institution of Israel.
2. The Ministry of Environment of Israel & Standards Institution of Israel.
Italy 1. Ministry of Interior, General Directorate of Civil Protection and Fire Fighting Services,
Italy.
2. Chemical Analysis-University of L’AQUILA, Department of Chemistry, Chemical
Engineering and Materials, Italy.
3. RINA, Registry of Italian Navy, Italy.
4. CESI, Italian Electro technical Centre of Experiments, Italy.
M-O Netherlands 1. ECB, European Certification Bureau.
2. Ministry of Transport, Public Works and Water Management/Internal Documents
Lakeman.
3. KIWA.
EU certification EN-45011, EN-45012, EN-45013
4. KEMA.
5. TNO.
6. Ministry of Housing, Spatial Planning and the Environment.
7. Netherlands Shipping Inspectorate.
P-Q Poland 1. PCBC, The Product Certification Body, Poland.
Scientific and Research Centre for Fire Protection.
2. PZH, Certificate of the National Institute of Hygiene.
R-S Romania 1. Ministry of Industrial Affairs, General Inspectorate of the Military Fire Squad, Romania.
South Africa 1. South African Bureau of Standards, South Africa
2. CITY COUNCIL OF PRETORIA, South Africa
Community Safety Department, Fire Brigade & Ambulance Services.
Sweden 1. Approval Swedish Ministry (ships).
T-Z U.K. 1. LPC - Loss Prevention Council.
USA 2. BSI Product Services.
3. UL-Underwriters Laboratories

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2.0 Purpose and Use


Target group
Only suitably trained and certified persons who are members of the authorised FirePro® sales organisation are
allowed to use this user manual.

Scope
The autonomous stationary dry aerosol-based fire extinguishing components are designed for use as part of a
fire extinguishing system. It is a precondition that the extinguishing components are linked to and activated by
an effective fire detection system. Rapid detection and a fast reaction are essential in this regard.
It is a fire extinguishing component consisting of a packaging filled with a dry solid extinguishing agent which,
following activation, is discharged as a dry aerosol with the function of extinguishing the fire.

FirePro® aerosol fire extinguishers and fire extinguishing systems are designed for the suppression of
class A, B, C and F fires (as per EN2 Standard classification of fires) and for the prevention of explosions of gas
and dust/air mixtures.

FirePro® aerosol fire extinguishers and fire extinguishing systems provide an efficient and effective way of
extinguishing gas and liquid fires and burning solids, especially if the substances are derived from hydrocarbons
(natural gas, oil products, flammable lubricants, etc), but also boiling oils and burning fats and fires in electrical
equipment with an operating voltage not exceeding 75,000 volts.

FirePro® aerosol fire extinguishers and fire extinguishing systems must not be used in cases of:
- Core fires as referred to in class A
(developement of fire within a product or a quantity of products through the fuel, oxygen and
temperature present therein without drawing them in from the surrounding area).
- Oxygen-bearing chemical substances such as nitro-cellulose and gunpowder.
- Reactive metals such as lithium, sodium, potassium, magnesium, titanium, zirconium, uranium and
plutonium.
- Metal oxides.
- Organic peroxides and hydrazine.

Dry aerosol extinguishing products may not be used in rooms with fuels or dust that can cause an explosive
vapour/air mixture and for which a zone layout in accordance with the provisions of NPR 7910-1 or 2 has been
laid down, unless appropriate arrangements have been made in the protected room so that the European ATEX
Directive is met.

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3.0 Safety Measures

Before bringing the FirePro® units into use please read through this user manual carefully.

When working with aerosol fire extinguishers and fire extinguishing systems it is prohibited to:
- dismantle the units;
- subject the units to the force of impact or other operations that can result in the deformation,
physical or other mechanical damage of the container;
- carry out welding work in the proximity of the fire extinguishers, fire extinguishing systems
and/or thermocord;
- smoke in the vicinity of the fire extinguishers, fire extinguishing systems and/or thermocord.

Should a FirePro® unit have fallen, it must be checked to determine whether or not the electrical
circuit of the activator and/or other components have been damaged. If you cannot be certain that the
FirePro® unit is undamaged and/or will function properly, it may not be used and it must be returned
to the distributor.

The Working Conditions Act and health & safety information sheets
Ensure that you adhere to the obligations and advice described in the Working Conditions Act and health &
safety information sheets. Pay particular attention to working at height. Ensure that you stand firmly and use
reliable tools, materials and the correct personal protective equipment. Please address any questions to your
employer and/or health & safety department.

4.0 Storage and Transport


FirePro® units are transported in accordance with the regulations and requirements applying to this category of
cargo. Transport by air, land and water is permitted using any means of transport without any restrictions.
FirePro® units that are transported must be securely fastened and protected from dirt, moisture and
precipitation.

Important: Do not drop FirePro® units during loading or unloading.


Put the correct labels on the packaging in a prominent place.

Storage of FirePro® units takes place in their own packaging on racks in stores (either heated or
unheated with natural ventilation, at a distance of not less than one metre from heaters).

Storage conditions:
o
Temperature: between –50 and +100 C
Humidity: maximum 98% RH

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5.0 Design, Generators Types and Data Sheets

5.1 Design
General description of FirePro® units:

1) The fire extinguishers are metal containers of different shapes and sizes.
2) The solid, aerosol-forming compound SBK is used (see chemical analysis).
3) A special system is built into each container for the independent activation of the fire extinguisher.
4) Most types are equipped with a heat-absorbing mechanism (depending on the application).

FirePro® units can be supplied with two-sided discharge (exit openings). In this case the aerosol-forming
substance is placed together with the activation system in the central part of the container between two heat-
absorbing mechanisms and two membranes on the opening where the aerosol exits.

By applying a given voltage to the live parts of the aerosol fire extinguisher, or when the thermocord reaches the
self-activation temperature, the extinguishing agent is activated and converted into aerosol. If the aerosol exits
via the heat-absorbing elements (if applicable), it is cooled before flooding the protected volume, the fire being
extinguished at the same time by retarding the combustion chain reaction.

FirePro® unit components FirePro® unit designations

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5.2 Overview of Various Generator Types

FP-8* FP-20E FP-20S FP-40S

FP-80S FP-100S FP-200S FP-500S

FP-200M* FP-1000M* FP-1200 FP-2000/3000

19” PCSU (computer cabinet protection)** FP-5700


* These types are not yet included in the product certification according to BRL-23001/03
** The units used in this product (FP-100S, FP-200S, FP-500S) are included in the product certification according to BRL-23001/03
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5.3 Conical Nozzle


Technical Information

- Material: Steel ST1203, bright zinc galvanised


- Thickness: 2 mm
- Max. diameter: 77 mm

- Composition: a) conical model with 117 openings


b) ring
c) round base with three holes for fixing the screws, screwthreads

- Accessories: d) three conical screws


e) Allen key for tightening the screws

Assembly instructions

1.) A special connector is supplied upon request with models FP-200S and FP-500S. It fits around the round
housing at the discharge opening and enables the connection of the nozzle with the three screws.

The use of the nozzle is applicable when sensitive equipment/electronic components are located at very short
distance from the generator’s outlet.

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5.4 Data Sheets

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Model FP-8
FP-8 Type Hot
o
Activation mechanism thermal activation by thermocord at 172 C
Current intensity to be tested N/A
Weight gross 14 g
Weight net extinguishing 8g
agent
Operational discharge time 3 - 6 seconds
Discharge outlet 1
Discharge length 0.5 m
Size 14 mm x 52 mm (diameter)
o
Self activation temperature 300 C
Fire class A, B, C, F
APPLICATIONS
Hardware computers, teleph. exchanges, projectors
Cabinets electrical cabinets
VDUs monitors, televisions
Sound installations amplifiers, mixing desks, speakers
Instrumentation mechanical machines, motors
Small switch boxes relay boxes
Transformers (small) portable welders

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Model FP-20S/ FP-20SE
FP-20S/SE Type Cold
o
Activation mechanism FP20S thermal activation by thermocord at 172 C
Activation mechanism FP20SE electrical (6 - 36 V D/C 0.8 A in 3 - 4 sec)
Current intensity to be tested N/A
Weight gross 310 g
Weight net extinguishing 20 g
agent
Operational discharge time 5 - 10 seconds
Discharge outlet 2
Discharge length 0.6 m
Size 165 mm x 32 mm (incl. connector housing)
o
Self activation temperature 300 C
Fire class A, B, C, F
APPLICATIONS
Hardware computers, teleph. exchanges, projectors
Cabinets electrical cabinets
VDUs monitors, televisions
Sound installations amplifiers, mixing desks, speakers
Instrumentation mechanical machines
Switch boxes (medium) relay boxes, meter cupboards (small)
Transformers (medium) portable welders

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Model FP-40S
FP-40S Type Cold
o
Activation mechanism thermal activation by thermocord at 172 C
electrical (6 - 36 V D/C 0.8 A in 3 - 4 sec)
Activator type heating element with 2.3 ohm resistance
Current intensity to be tested maximum 5 mA
Weight gross 610 g
Weight net extinguishing 40 g
agent
Operational discharge time 5 - 10 seconds
Discharge outlets 2
Discharge length 1.2 m
Size 140 mm x 51 mm
o
Self activation temperature 300 C
Fire class A, B, C, F
APPLICATIONS
Hardware computers, teleph. exchanges
Cabinets electrical cabinets
Sound installations amplifiers, mixing desks, speakers
Instrumentation mechanical machines
Switch boxes (medium) relay boxes, meter cupboards (small)
Transformers (medium) portable welders

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Model FP-80S
FP-80S Type Cold
o
Activation mechanism thermal activation by thermocord at 172 C
electrical (6 - 36 V D/C 0.8 A in 3 - 4 sec)
Activator type heating element with 2.3 ohm resistance
Current intensity to be tested maximum 5 mA
Weight gross 870 g
Weight net extinguishing 80 g
agent
Operational discharge time 5 - 10 seconds
Discharge outlets 2
Discharge length 2m
Size 185 mm x 51 mm (incl. connector housing)
o
Self activation temperature 300 C
Fire class A, B, C, F
APPLICATIONS
Hardware computers, teleph. exchanges
Cabinets electrical cabinets
Sound installations amplifiers, mixing desks, speakers
Instrumentation mechanical machines
Switch boxes (medium) relay boxes, meter cupboards (small)
Transformers (medium) portable welders

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Model FP-100S
FP-100S Type Cold
o
Activation mechanism thermal activation by thermocord at 172 C
electrical (6 – 36 V D/C 0.8 A in 3 – 4 sec)
Activator type Heating element with 2.3 ohm resistance
Current intensity to be tested Maximum 5 mA
Weight gross 1370 g
Weight net extinguishing 100 g
agent
Operational discharge time 5 - 10 seconds
Nozzle optional
Discharge outlet 1
Discharge length 1m
Size 155 mm x 84 mm (incl. connector housing)
o
Self activation temperature 300 C
Fire class A, B, C, F
APPLICATIONS
Hardware servers, large teleph. Exchanges
Transport car, lorry, bus, train, metro, tram
Instrumentation cupboards, safes
Large switch boxes meter cupboards, control units
Cabinets electrical cabinets
Transformers (large) industry

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Model FP-200M
FP-200M Type Cold

Activation mechanism manual by removing safety pin


Activation chemical composition with 1.5 ohm
resistance
Current intensity to be tested N/A
Weight gross 1800 g
Weight net extinguishing 200 g
agent
Operational discharge time 10 - 15 seconds
Discharge outlet 1
Discharge length 2m
Size 150 mm x 84 mm (diameter)
Self activation temperature 300 ºC
Activation by thermocord N/A
Fire class A, B, C, F
APPLICATIONS
Rooms server rooms, ceilings, floors
Transport car, lorry, bus, train, metro, tram
Storage cupboards, safes
Large switch rooms meter cupboards, control units
Cabinets electrical cabinets
Transformers (large) industry

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Model FP-200S
FP-200S Type Cold
o
Activation mechanism thermal activation by thermocord at 172 C
electrical (6 - 36 V D/C 0.8 A in 3 - 4 sec)
Activator type heating element with 2.3 ohm resistance
Current intensity to be tested maximum 5 mA
Weight gross 1840 g
Weight net extinguishing 200 g
agent
Operational discharge time 5 - 10 seconds
Nozzle Optional
Discharge outlet 1
Discharge length 2m
Size 185 mm x 84 mm (incl. connector housing)
o
Self activation temperature 300 C
Fire class A, B, C, F
APPLICATIONS
Rooms server rooms, ceilings, floors
Transport car, lorry, bus, train, metro, tram
Storage cupboards, safes
Large switch rooms meter cupboards, control units
Cabinets electrical cabinets
Transformers (large) industry

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Model FP-500S
FP-500S Type Cold
o
Activation mechanism thermal activation by thermocord at 172 C
electrical (6 - 36 V D/C 0.8 A in 3 - 4 sec)
Activator type heating element with 2.3 ohm resistance
Current intensity to be tested maximum 5 mA
Weight gross 3340 g
Weight net extinguishing 500 g
agent
Operational discharge time 5 - 10 seconds
Discharge outlet 1
Discharge length 2.5 m
Size 295 mm x 84 mm (incl. connector housing)
o
Self activation temperature 300 C
Fire class A, B, C, F
APPLICATIONS
Rooms server rooms, ceilings, floors
Transport car, lorry, bus, train, metro, tram
Storage cupboards, safes
Large switch rooms meter cupboards, control units
Cabinets electrical cabinets
Transformers (large) industry

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Model FP-1000M
FP-1000M Type Hot
Activation mechanism manual by removing safety pin
Activation chemical composition with 1.5 ohm
resistance
Current intensity to be tested N/A
Weight gross 2240 g
Weight net extinguishing 1000 g
agent
Operational discharge time 20 - 25 seconds
Discharge outlets 2
Discharge length 3m
Size 200 mm x 84 mm (diameter)
Self activation temperature 300 ºC
Activation by thermocord N/A
Fire class A, B, C, F
APPLICATIONS
Manual use by professional user only
Rooms server rooms, container
Transport lorry, bus, train, metro, tram
Storage cupboards, safes, archive
Large switch rooms meter cupboards, control units
Industry various

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Model FP-1200
FP-1200 Type Cold
o
Activation mechanism thermal activation by thermocord at 172 C
electrical (6 - 36 V D/C 0.8 A in 3 - 4 sec)
Activator type heating element 2.3 ohm resistance
Current intensity to be tested maximum 5 mA
Weight gross 10900 g (excl bracket)
Weight net extinguishing 1200 g
agent
Operational discharge time 10 -15 seconds
Discharge outlet 1
Discharge length 3.5 m
Size 216 mm x 300 mm x 167 mm
Fire class A, B, C, F
APPLICATIONS
Rooms server rooms, computer rooms, central
control rooms, various
Transport shipping, train, aircraft
Storage store, archive
Mechanical rooms engine rooms, plant rooms
Industry various

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Model FP-2000
FP-2000 Type Cold
o
Activation mechanism thermal activation by thermocord at 172 C
electrical (6 - 36 V D/C 0.8 A in 3-4 sec)
Activator type heating element 2.3 ohm resistance
Current intensity to be tested maximum 5 mA
Weight gross 15500 g
Weight net extinguishing 2000 g
agent
Operational discharge time 10 - 15 seconds
Discharge outlet 1
Discharge length 3.5 m
Size 300 mm x 300 mm x 185 mm
o
Self activation temperature 300 C
Fire class A, B, C, F
APPLICATIONS
Rooms server rooms, computer rooms, central
control rooms, various
Transport shipping, train, aircraft
Storage store, archive
Mechanical rooms engine rooms, plant rooms
Industry various

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Model FP-3000
FP-3000 Type Cold
o
Activation mechanism thermal activation by thermocord at 172 C
electrical (6 - 36 V D/C 0.8 A in 3-4 sec)
Activator type heating element 2.3 ohm resistance
Current intensity to be tested maximum 5 mA
Weight gross 16300 g
Weight net extinguishing 3000 g
agent
Operational discharge time 15 - 20 seconds
Discharge outlet 1
Discharge length 4m
Size 300 mm x 300 mm x 185 mm
o
Self activation temperature 300 C
Fire class A, B, C, F
APPLICATIONS
Rooms server rooms, computer rooms, central
control rooms, various
Transport shipping, train, aircraft
Storage store, archive
Mechanical rooms engine rooms, plant rooms
Industry various

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Model FP-5700
Type Cold
FP-5700 Activation mechanism thermal activation by thermocord at 172 C
o

electrical (6 - 36 V D/C 0.8 A in 3-4 sec)


Activator type heating element 2.3 ohm resistance
Current intensity to be tested maximum 5 mA
Weight gross 26400 g
Weight net extinguishing 5700 g
agent
Operational discharge time 15 - 20 seconds
Discharge outlet 1
Discharge length 8m
Size 300 mm x 300 mm x 300 mm
o
Self activation temperature 300 C
Fire class A, B, C, F
APPLICATIONS
Rooms central control rooms, various
Transport shipping, train, aircraft
Storage store, archive
Mechanical rooms engine rooms, plant rooms
Industry various

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Model 19” Patch Cabinet Safety Unit FP-200/A2
19” PCSU FP-200/A2 Power required 230 V
Model FirePro® inside FP-200S Cold
Extinguishing agent content 146 g effective
Detection by means of Two detector dependent optical/ionisation
smoke detector.
On request single detector thermal detection
T 58 ºC
Standard controls Continuous line monitoring, maximum 5 mA
Tripping of mechanical ventilation
Floating contact
Variable delay of 5 – 15 - 30 seconds
Operational discharge time 10 - 15 seconds
Discharge outlet 1
Discharge length ± 2000 mm
Size exc. front plate H x W x L: 140 mm x 430 mm x 450 mm
Weight gross 9700 g
Fire class A, B, C, F
For additional information Installation manual available with every
product
APPLICATIONS
Enclosed hardware with a 19” patch cabinets
3
maximum volume to 2 m Telephone exchanges

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Example:

meter cupboard
protection

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6.0 Risk Assessment


Risk assessment is a series of logical steps for enabling, in a systematic manner, the appraisal of hazards
associated with installations. Risk assessment is followed, if the need arises, by risk reduction as described in
chapter 5 of EN-292-1:1991. Repetition of this procedure sets in train the iterative process by which risks are
excluded as far as possible and safety measures are taken.

Risk assessment comprises (see figure 1): START

- risk analysis. Determination of the


a) determination of the limits of the installation. limits of the
installation
b) identification of (latent) hazards.
c) risk estimation. Risk
analysis
Identification of
(latent) hazards
- risk evaluation.
Risk
The risk analysis provides the information needed for assessment

the risk evaluation, which in its turn allows a judgment Risk estimation

to be made about the safety of the installation (see EN-


292-1:1991).
Risk evaluation
Risk assessment depends on judicious decisions.
These decisions must be supported by qualitative
methods and, where possible, be supplemented by
quantitative methods. Quantitative methods are
Is the installation
especially applicable if the foreseeable scope of the safe?
END

damage is high.

Risk reduction

Quantitative methods are useful for assessing and for determining alternative safety measures that give
measures better protection.

The application of quantitative methods is limited by the amount of usable information available and in
many applications only a qualitative risk assessment will be possible.

The risk assessment must be carried out so that it is possible to document the procedure followed and the
results achieved.

Risk reduction and the choice of suitable safety measures do not form part of the risk assessment. You are
advised to read EN-292-1:1991 and 292-2.

An overview of risk assessment can be found in EN-1050.

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7.0 Calculation of Amount of FirePro® Required


General:
Different factors are important for the calculation of the amount of FirePro® aerosol required, and they are:
a) The fire class
b) Total volume of the room
c) Ventilation in the room
d) Atmospheric pressure present
e) Protection time in the room
f) The added safety factor
g) The siting of the given type of unit

Some of the above factors are fixed factors, others have limited variability. The fixed calculation factors are:

- volume of the room to be protected


- the fire class of the substances present in the room

The basic method of calculation is the formula: M=VxD

where
 M = total flooding quantity, in gr.
3
 V = protected volume (enclosure), in m
3
 D = design application density, in gr/m (see table 7.0.1)
 D = extinguishing application density x safety factor ( 1.3)

Table 7.0.1
Class of Fire Extinguishing application Minimum design application
density density
3 3
Class A Fuels: 76.4 gr/m 99.32 gr/m
3 3
Class B Fuels: 55.4 gr/m 72.02 gr/m
3 3
Class C Fuel: 49.8 gr/m 64.74 gr/m
3 3
Class F Fuel: 80.83 gr/m 105.08 gr/m

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8.0 Preconditions in the Design of an Installation

The calculation must be made compartment by compartment. The compartment must be completely separate
(including above the suspended ceiling and beneath the raised floor). The Wall-Fire-Penetration-Fire-Flashover
(WBDBO) of the room must at least conform to the prescribed legislation and regulations. If a higher standing
time has been calculated than the standard, the WBDBO must be adjusted to it. The doors must, in the event of
fire, be self-closing and if necessary be activated by the control system. Windows, (smoke/heat) hatches and/or
ventilation systems must be and remain switched off and closed during the extinguishing.

Leakage losses must have been considered and will, if necessary, form part of the calculation and siting. If the
room is actually completely enclosed, any pressure displacement by the thermals is to be expected. Sufficient
account must be taken of this. The use of the room must be included in the calculation and have been
considered as part of the aftercare.

Safe distances and height restriction.


A safe distance has been laid down in respect of (flammable) materials and persons for each individual
FirePro® unit in relation to the discharge of the aerosol. Its value is given in metres, as can be seen in the
“Aerosol temperature and time of action table” under “Discharge temperature”. Here L2 is the safe distance from
(flammable) materials and L3 from persons.
Apart from the safe distance a height restriction has been laid down for the protection of a room for each
individual FirePro® unit. If the aerosol exits from the unit vertically, the value of the discharge length of each
unit is to be regarded as maximum height to be installed. Its value is given in metres, as can be seen in the
“Aerosol temperature and time of action table” under “Discharge length”. If a different angle is used, the height
must be reduced accordingly. For larger/higher rooms several units must be evenly spread, in accordance with
the height restriction for each unit, over the whole room.

Direction of aerosol discharge.


The siting in the room according to Figure 3a is incorrect: the discharge opening is pointing towards a door.
Consequently, aerosol will be lost in the course of extinguishing if the door is open. In the room according to
Figure 3b the units are correctly sited.

Figure 3:

Figure 3a Figure 3b

INCORRECT CORRECT

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Technical Information

The tables below show the various technical aspects to be taken into account at the time of installation.

Aerosol temperature and time of action


Discharge duration
o
Discharge Discharge Discharge temperature ( C) (sec)
Ref. Model outlets length (m) L1,(m) L1-L2,(m) L2-L3,(m) Min. Max.
1 FP-8 1 0.5 0-0.1 0.1-0.2 0.2-0.3 3 6
2 FP-20SE/FP-20S 2 0.5 0 0-0.0 0.0-0.1 3 6
3 FP-40S 2 1.2 0 0-0.0 0.0-0.1 4 8
4 FP-80S 2 2.0 0 0-0.0 0.0-0.1 4 8
5 FP-100S 1 1.0 0 0-0.0 0.0-0.1 5 10
6 FP-200M 1 2.0 0 0-0.1 0.1-0.3 10 15
7 FP-200S 1 2.0 0 0-0.1 0.1-0.3 5 10
8 FP-500S 1 2.5 0 0-0.2 0.2-0.5 5 10
9 FP-500S w/n 1 2.0 0 0-0.0 0.0-0.3 5 10
10 FP-1000M 2 3.0 0-1.0 1.0-1.5 1.5-2.5 20 25
11 FP-1200 1 3.5 0 0-0.2 0.2-1.2 10 15
12 FP-2000 1 3.5 0 0-0.2 0.2-1.2 10 15
13 FP-3000 1 4.0 0 0-0.7 0.7-1.7 15 20
14 FP-5700 1 8.0 0 0-0.8 0.8-1.8 15 20

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L1 = Distance in metres between the outlet and the point where the temperature is > 300 C
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L2 = Distance in metres between the outlet and the point where the temperature is < 200 C
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L3 = Distance in metres between the outlet and the point where the temperature is < 75 C
w/n = with nozzle

Important!
The distances shown under discharge length are those to be regarded as a maximum to obtain a rebound of
discharge onto the surface (such as the floor) that then guarantees a good homogeneous spread of the aerosol
in the protected compartment.
The temperatures shown under discharge temperature relate to the distances. In cases of storage of materials,
cables, sensitive parts and/or the presence of persons, prevent them from coming into contact with discharges
the heat of which is such that it can give rise to damage and/or injury.

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Weight in g Size (mm) Unit


Model Activation Gross Net Height diameter outlets version
FP-8 TH 14 8 14 52 1 Hot
FP-20SE E 310 20 128 32 2 Cold
FP-20S TH 310 20 165 32 2 Cold
FP-40S E & TH 610 40 140 51 2 Cold
FP-80S E & TH 870 80 185 51 2 Cold
FP-100S E&TH 1370 100 155 84 1 Cold
FP-200M M 1800 200 150 84 1 Cold
FP-200S E&TH 1630 200 185 84 1 Cold
FP-500S E&TH 2850 500 295 84 1 Cold
FP-1000M M 2240 1000 200 84 2 Hot
FP-1200 E & TH 10900 1200 216 x 300 x 167 1 Cold
FP-2000 E&TH 15500 2000 300 x 300 x 185 1 Cold
FP-3000 E&TH 16300 3000 300 x 300 x 185 1 Cold
FP-5700 E&TH 26400 5700 300 x 300 x 300 1 Cold
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Self-activation temperature of the SBK solid aerosol forming compound is approx. 300 C
TH = thermocord
E = electrical activation
M = manual (manual mechanical actuation)
w/n = with nozzle

“Where to use” which version of aerosol


Aerosol version Environment
Hot Without presence of flammable gas
Cold In presence of flammable gas

Important!
The overviews below give an indication of the heat emission. You must take these temperatures and minimal
free discharge parabolas into account when siting and installing. Positioning of the unit at the right angle can be
very important in this regard.

The diagrammatic representations in Figures A, B and C are derived from the table in
which the factors L1, L2 and L3 have been included.

The figure shown here gives the combination of colour and associated temperature.

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Figure C.

Important !
Sensitive equipment such as computers can react to great temperature differences. When
extinguishing gases liquefied under pressure are injected into the room, cooling takes place. In the
case of aerosol-forming units the temperature can rise. In both cases the restoration and maintenance
of the temperature in the room concerned (± 20ºC) is important for the proper functioning of the
sensitive equipment.

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9.0 Activation Methods

9.1 Types of Activation


Depending on the specific requirements FirePro® units can be activated in the following ways:

A. Manually: by means of an electrical impulse with a direct voltage from 6 / 36 volts or higher. This voltage is
applied to the activator of the model E fire extinguisher using a manual release button; see Figure 1. The
type E models are equipped with the activator shown in chapter 9.2.

Figure 1:

1. Power supply with output from


6/36 V DC or higher
2. Manual release button
(Hand-operated switch)
3. FirePro® condensed aerosol
generators connected units

B. Automatically: by means of heat, smoke or gas detectors, which are connected to a control panel.
Here too the activation is electrical, as described above; see Figure 2.

Figure 2:

1. Abort Button (Isolation Switch)


2. Extinguishing Control Panel
3. Manual Release Button
(Hand Operated Switch)
4. Bell, Siren
5. Automatic Fire Alarm Detectors
6. FirePro® condensed aerosol
generators
7.Electrical cable connection to
FirePro® Initiator.

C. Automatically (thermally): by means of the thermocord (type TH models) which is activated at a preset
temperature.

D. Manually (type M models): by means of the time delayed mechanical release device located in the fire
extinguisher.

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Type E models: for these models the required activation current is a minimum of 0.8 A.
This current is supplied by a battery of a 6/36 V (DC voltage). The resistance of the
electrical activation element is 1.6 – 3.0 ohms. The activation time is 3-4 seconds. During or
immediately after activation the electrical activation element becomes an open circuit.

Type TH models: with these models the activation takes place automatically by means of the thermocord
which, as soon as the temperature reaches a preset level, activates the SBK aerosol-forming extinguishing solid
compound.

The thermocord functioning at relatively low temperature is used for normal applications, while the thermocord
functioning at relatively high temperature is used in rooms where heat sources are present, such as factory
rooms, boiler rooms, engine rooms, etc. In such environments the temperature can reach high values in normal
operating conditions. Here a thermocord with an activation temperature of 300 ºC can be used.

For lower activation temperatures other types of detector can be used that are connected to the fire
extinguishers through the fire alarm panel. In this case the thermocord is used as activation setting with the
effect of a safety valve that activates where other detectors fail to activate the system.

Type M models: with these models activation is by hand by pulling a metal ring. This is fixed to an activating
charge (20 mg). Prior to the discharge of the aerosol from the fire extinguisher a time delay of 10-20 seconds is
permitted , so that the extinguisher can be put into operation in the vicinity or in the midst of the flames.

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9.2. Electrical Activator


The electrical activator for the units is fed by two heat-resistant feed wires. The feed wires feed a coil, which is
heated by the supply current. The minimum amount of activation energy required is supplied by a DC voltage of
6-36 V/0.8 A for 3 to 4 seconds. The coil is heated. This heat causes the Solid Bound Compound to activate.
Given that this reaction is exothermic, the temperature arising will be transmitted through the holes in the
cylinder to the solid bound compound of the FirePro® unit.

Electrical values: Temperature values:

Bridge resistance 1,6….3,0 Ohm Deployment temp. range -50 ºC to 100 ºC


Activation pulse Ab 1-2 mWs/Ω Storage temp. -50 ºC to 50 ºC
No fire value < (0,02 +/-0,001)A
DC voltage 6-36 V/0.8 A
Warm-up time 3 to 4 sec.

1. HEAT RESISTANT WIRES


2. STAINLESS STEEL HOUSING
3. POLYMERIC GLUE
4. POLYMERIC PLUG
5. SOCKET WITH SPIRAL
6. POLYMERIC INSERTION WITH
CONTACTS
7. CYLINDER WITH 2 OUTLETS
8. PRESSURING TAPE
9. SOLID BOUND COMPOUND (SBK)
10. COPPER-TIN COATING OR TINNED
SURFACE

This electrical activator is a standard component


of all electrically activated FirePro® units.

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9.3 Thermocord (heat-conducting cord)


The thermocord is a heat-conducting cord. The thermocord has a special composition that automatically takes
effect as soon as the temperature rises to a preset level or when it is exposed directly to fire.

The thermocord transmits the energy needed to activate the solid aerosol-forming composition.

9.3.1 Types of Thermocord

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(A) Type: G T-C/B 172 C: (general thermo-cord with braiding 172 C)
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Temperature of Operation: 172 C
Thickness: 2.75 mm
Colour: Black

Chemical composition:
- Natural rubber 20-28 %
- Ammonium Per-Chlorate 50-65%
- Plasticizer 2-4%
- Catalyst Fe2O3 2-5%
- Additives 2-4%

This type of thermo-cord is covered with a white synthetic protective braiding to better contain and protect it
0
from breakages during handling, transportation and installation. It operates at 172 C.
It is commonly used in installations in small and medium size enclosures.
It is available ex-stock.

(B) Type: G T-C/B: (general thermo-cord with braiding)


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Temperature of Operation: 300 C
Thickness: 2.75 mm
Colour: Black

Chemical composition:
- Natural rubber 20-28 %
- Ammonium Per-Chlorate 50-65%
- Plasticizer 2-4%
- Catalyst Fe2O3 2-5%
- Additives 2-4%
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It is available only on special orders, whenever the required operation temperature is 300 C.

(C) Type: S T-C 2.8C Connector Thermocord


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Temperature of Operation: 172 C
Internal diameter: 2.8 mm
Colour: Brown

Chemical composition:
- Natural rubber 20-28 %
- Ammonium Per-chlorate 30-40%
- Plasticizer 20-25%
- Catalyst Fe2O3 2-5%
- Additives 2-4%

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It is used to enable the G T-C/B to detect and activate at 172 C. This is achieved by attaching, during the
manufacturing process, small-cut pieces (of approx.10 mm) of S T-C 2.8C at regular intervals (of 0.5 m) along
the G T-C/B.

It is available only on special orders.

9.3.2 Instructions For Use of Thermocord


ON INSTALLATION:
When installing thermocord, on walls or ceilings or other solid surfaces, care must be taken to ensure that the
occurrence of breaks during the installation or the fixing is prevented. Do not exert too much pressure on the
cord or the protective braiding.

Prohibition:

Keep away from heat during installation. Do not therefore smoke or do other hot work near the thermocord
and/or FirePro® units.

When determining the route along which the thermocord is to be laid, take care to prevent third parties
accidentally causing damage to the thermocord. When fixing ensures that there are no curves or bends along
the route with a radius of less than 20 mm.

The thermocord is fixed to surfaces using clamps designed for the purpose. The installation can be effected
using two kinds of fixing bracket:
- plastic bracket type N2 (screw bracket)
- aluminium bracket type ASK3 (adhesive bracket)

Spread the clamps evenly along the entire length of the thermocord, roughly 300 mm apart. This is to prevent
breakage and to guarantee good transit of oxygen.

FirePro® models are produce with a brass metal thermocord connector either on one side of the unit or on the
upper part of the unit; insert the thermocord end from the network into the connector’s top hole first, then pass
it through the conical component and then tie a knot in the end. Hold the thermocord in the connector on the
unit and screw the metal cover over the connector hand tight again.

Important note:

The S T-C 2.8 mm 172 ºC is integrated during manufacturing into the G T-C or the G T-C/B by placing small
pieces at regular intervals for activation at 172 ºC.

Remember that the steps below must be taken when connecting the thermocord to the units:
(a) A knot must be made in the end to be inserted.
(b) A length of at least 20-30 mm of thermocord must be inserted in the connector.
(c) There must be a small hole just under the knot, for the purpose of the oxygen flow.

CONICAL
COMPONENT

CONNECTOR’S TOP
In installations where there is an increased chance of damage and in rooms where vibrations occur, such as
engine rooms, the thermocord must be protected with a protective metal spring.
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Warning:

Do not use any adhesive tape, adhesives or glue for the thermocord connections. The chemical substances
used in adhesive materials react aggressively and have a detrimental effect on the thermocord composition.
This can lead to damage or breakage.

Note:

The thermocord supplied by the manufacturer comes with pin holes that have been made at regular intervals of
approximately 1 metre over the entire length of the cord. This is necessary for the supply of oxygen, so that the
thermocord can transmit the heat even more efficiently over the entire length of the cord.

Whatever length of thermocord is connected to the unit, it is therefore absolutely necessary that an opening be
made in the thermocord within a distance of 10 mm from the insertion point of the thermocord in the connector.

Note:

Ensure that the hole (c) is not so large that a weakness develops in the thermocord, so that on activation a
break could occur and the transfer of heat no longer takes place.

These steps are necessary to ensure that the thermocord makes contact and can activate the solid aerosol-
forming substance.

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Thermocord Illustrative Instructions

To ensure the entry of air/oxygen,


oxygen/air, and
therefore,
make a pin size hole on the make a
quick combustion,
pin size holenear
thermocord on the
theThermocord
Generator approx
10 mm from
connector. the Generator connector

Do not make the hole large enough to


risk the integrity of the Thermocord,
and cause damage

In installations where there is the likely


hood of damage, or vibrations, i. e.,
1 engine rooms, the Thermocord must be
protected with a protective spring (see
detailed instructions)

Fix Thermocord using either plastic


bracket type N2 (screw bracket), or
aluminium bracket type ASK3
(adhesive bracket)

Do not use adhesives or glue in direct


contact with Thermocord, as the
chemicals can react with the
Thermocord

DO NOT USE IN HARSH ENVIRONMENT

Do not over tighten Thermocord as


air/oxygen could get restricted, and
hinder air movement through
Thermocord, thus reducing the rate of
combustion

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9.3.3 Thermocord Connections

Diagram 1
Overlap the two Thermocord ends and tie them firmly near to the two ends with plastic cable tie. Caution to not
tie the connection too tie as Thermocord may snap

Diagram 2
The creation of a T-connection, overlap the Thermocord and as above firmly tie with plastic cable tie.

Diagram 3
To create a cross connection, where the two thermocord cross one another firmly tie with plastic cable tie.

Note:

Wherever a thermocord is used the sticker shown on the


right must be placed in a prominent position.

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9.4 Manuals (hand-operated extinguishing units)


TYPES OF MANUAL
FirePro® manuals (hand-operated extinguishing units) come in two types: the FP-200M and the FP-1000M.

Warning:
The manual systems may only be used by trained users.

Note on use:
A distinction must be made between the FP-200M and the FP-1000M. The FP-200M can and may be used by
emergency response team members.The FP-1000M may only be used by professionals such as the municipal
fire brigade or users with equivalent training.

ACTIVATION
With the manual activation is by hand, by pulling a metal ring fixed to an activation charge (20 mg). Prior to the
discharge of the aerosol from the fire extinguisher a time delay of 10-20 seconds is permitted so that the
extinguisher can be put into operation in the vicinity or in the midst of the flames. Following the activation of the
manual, it must be rolled directly in the direction of the fire. Before activation the right location must be chosen
for the manual to do its work.

POSITIONING
The manual models must be kept in a cool dry place away from sources of heat. A clear notice must be posted
that these units may only be activated by trained users. When placed in vehicles they must be positioned so that
they cannot be damaged by knocks or jolts.

MAINTENANCE
Maintenance on the FP-200M and/or FP-1000M may only be carried out by technical personnel of the dealers
who have successfully completed a CATTAS training course. An inspection once a year is required.

Safety measures:
Before bringing the manual models into use read through this user manual carefully. When working with aerosol
fire extinguishers and fire extinguishing systems it is prohibited to:
- dismantle the units;
- subject the units to the force of impact or other operations that can result in the deformation, physical or
other mechanical damage of the container;
- carry out welding work;
- smoke in the vicinity of the fire extinguishing systems.
Should a unit have fallen, then it must be checked by a trained and certified person (CATTAS) to ensure that the
activation and/or other components have not been damaged.

The warranty for the manual models is one year.

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10.0 Preparation For Installation


- Make a visual inspection of the exterior of the FirePro® unit.
- Use a measuring device (ohmmeter) to ensure that the internal electrical resistance of FirePro® electrical
activator is between 1.6 to 3.0 Ohms.

10.1 General Guidelines For Installation of Fixed System


Fire detection and alarm/evacuation installation

Basic principles :
• Building Decree
• Model building regulations
• NEN-6082 et seq.
• NEN-2535: 1996, ‘Fire safety of buildings. Fire alarm systems’
• NEN-2535-A1:2002 Amendment Sheet
• EN-54 parts 1 to 14, with regard to fire alarm equipment.
• NEN-2654, fire alarm systems, management, control and maintenance requirements.
• “Installing a fireproof building” 2nd edition of the Dutch Fire Brigade Federation or equivalent].
• European low voltage and EMC directives (CE mark)
• NEN-2575: 2000 Fire safety of buildings – Evacuation installations – System and quality requirements and
guidelines for siting
• Any standards or directives other than those mentioned above that must be observed in the country where
FirePro® is installed.

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10.2 General
To give users the opportunity to evacuate the building promptly when a fire is in its early stages or to report it to
the fire brigade, a number of technical installations must be installed in the building for this purpose.

The performance requirements of the fire detection and alarm/evacuation installation must be clearly formulated
in accordance with section 4.1 of NEN-2535.

The execution drawings, description and any certificates of the installations referred to in this report must be
submitted in detail to the municipal authorities for approval before the installation is completed.

Performance requirement : nuisance and false fire alarms, depending on the type of building
in accordance with NEN-2535: §4.3.2 or equivalent
Performance requirement : for system availability, depending on the project

Detector siting in accordance with NEN-2535 or equivalent with a two-detector dependence for the prevention of
unwanted extinguishing by the extinguishing system.
If compartmentalised extinguishing must take place within the same room, allowance will have to be made for
the detection. Here detection must be by means of thermomaximal or thermodifferential detectors (fire size 7:
NEN-2535 or equivalent).

Once there has been a calculation of the number of FirePro® units and of the types to be installed for the
protection of a given volume or object (see calculation method), it is important for the correct location of the fire
extinguishers to be determined.

The units can be installed on walls or (suspended) ceilings, in cubicles, etc. For vertical installation on walls
there must be a safe distance of at least one metre from gangways, racks or objects. For the larger types of
FirePro® units there must be a greater distance. The same applies for horizontal installation on ceilings; in this
case lateral distances must always be taken into account.

Do not install any FirePro® units between the possible place of combustion and points by way of
which the excess pressure of the objects can disappear: doors, skylights, man-holes, windows,
covers, etc. (see Figure 3). The installation of FirePro® units in the vicinity of openings is not
recommended.

FirePro® units that are used for the protection of specific objects must be installed so that during the operation
of the extinguisher the room can be filled with the extinguishing aerosol from the underside of the object.

The optimum distance from the floor of the protected volume to FirePro® units is shown by way of the flow
parameters in the catalogue with technical information. The discharge of the aerosol may not be impeded by
objects at the exit outlet of the aerosol fire extinguisher (see table “technical information”, heading “discharge”,
page 39).

Note:
It is also important that, if there are objects placed too close to the discharge opening, they may be damaged by
a high aerosol temperature. To prevent damage to objects steps must be taken to ensure that a safe distance is
maintained in a straight line from the aerosol discharge opening. This can be derived from a table called
"temperature and activation time". In this table temperature is plotted against distance. This is for each model.

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Important: Ensure that no dirt, oil, corrosive substances and other contaminants can find their way
into the FirePro® units. Nor may the thermocord become dirty.

The FirePro® units must be placed in the room in such a way that in the event of fire the aerosol flow does not
form an obstruction to the evacuation of personnel. The room in which the fire detection and fire alarm control
unit and fire brigade panel are set up must be equipped with general lighting with a lighting intensity of not less
than 100 and not more than 500 lux and emergency lighting with an intensity of not less than 1 and not more
than 10 lux (or other specifications if given by the local guidelines).

The fire detection and fire extinguishing control unit must comply with EN12094-1:2003, to be demonstrated by
means of a product certificate from an accredited European certification body (or in accordance with local
guidelines).

The function of the control switches (push buttons), signal lamps and all the relevant inscriptions and texts must
be applied clearly, permanently non-erasable and in the language of the user. The inscriptions must be clearly
legible at a distance of 80 cm. The control functions of the fire detection and fire alarm control unit that have
fundamental consequences for the operation of the system, such as the switching off of detector loops,
switching on/off of delayed transmission, etc, may not be operated by unauthorised persons.

If a manual switch is installed for the electrical activation, its location must be accessible. It must also
be in a place where it is impossible to activate it accidentally.

10.3 Emergency Fire Detection and Fire Alarm System Power Supply
The fire detection and fire alarm system must be connected to a separate end group, which is provided with the
notice:
“DO NOT SWITCH OFF FIRE DETECTION & FIRE ALARM SYSTEM”
The fire detection and fire alarm system must be equipped with its own emergency power supply, consisting of a
battery charging circuit and batteries. The fire detection and fire alarm control unit (BMC) must also have
primary and secondary power supply (emergency power supply) monitoring; faults in the power supply must be
reported both visually and acoustically.

The primary power supply and emergency power supply of the BMC must be calculated so that the entire
installation including the equipment to be operated is fed.

The primary power supply and emergency power supply of the common fire detection and fire alarm system
must have sufficient power:

• For the flashlight (which indicates the fire brigade entrance)


• For the slow whoops (the evacuation installation)
• For the transmission equipment (if this is not equipped with its own emergency power)

Important: if the standard power supply/emergency power supply is not sufficient, then expand the
emergency power supply.

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The emergency power supply of the BMC must be laid out on the basis of:
• The maintenance contact according to NEN-2654;
• Automatic fault transmission to a 24-hour monitored alarm post within 30 minutes;
• Autonomy time emergency power supply for evacuation alarm is 23.5 hours at rest and 30 minutes in alarm
condition;
• Rectification of fault by the fire detection company must be guaranteed within 24 hours.

The emergency power supply of the common fire detection and fire alarm system must be capable of
simultaneously:
• Feeding the flashlight for 30 minutes;
• Feeding the slow whoops;
• Activating all the connected FirePro® units.

Important: Battery ageing must be taken into account when determining the necessary battery
capacity (use only approved batteries).

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11.0 Installation Procedure


The FirePro® units are fixed using brackets. For FirePro® units with a discharge opening on one side, the
brackets must be guided over the middle of the container. For FirePro® units with a discharge opening on two
sides, two matching brackets are used which are fixed on the container at a distance of ¼ of the overall length
of the container from each end. Tighten the bracket clamping bolts.

Important: In the case of installations in rooms where vibrations can occur, because of motors for
example, the units must be fixed to a vibration-free base. Examples include rubber blocks or other
similar materials.
Ensure that the FirePro® unit is properly secured.

Before starting on the installation of the FirePro® units, check that all the parts required have been supplied.

Then go to work in this order:


a) connect the wires to the terminals of the FirePro® units;
b) connect the wires to the parts of the fire extinguishing system;
c) finally connect wires to the power supply.

Following completion of the work, check that the FirePro® units have been installed correctly, that is, that all
the requirements in the installation instructions have been met. If required, you must record the installation on
the installation certificate or in the technical documentation of the protected object. The distributor reserves the
right to inspect the installation. The installer is at all times obliged to cooperate with this.

11.1 Cabling/Installation
The cabling for the outgoing controls to the fire protection installation comes under the activities of the installer.

Note: the execution must conform to NEN-2535 and NEN-1010:5th edition.


Fixed cabling for main current (230 V) must have a minimum conductor cross section of 1.5 mm. The cabling
must be of flame retardant construction (NEN-1010), provided that no function retention is required. All the
cables that are part of the fire detection and fire alarm system and evacuation installation must be red or be
marked red every five metres. Cables in a terminal box must be provided with a loop, group and cable number.

Only lay cabling in a conduit or a compartmentalised cable duct:


• In cable ducts a division plate or 50 mm spacing is required between the fire detection and fire alarm
system cabling and the 230/380 V power current cabling;
• In cable ducts control current cabling may be laid with fire detection and fire alarm cabling if no disruptive
mutual interference is to be expected;
• Conduit must connect to the cable duct;
• Open bends, maximum 50 x 50 mm, are only permitted above suspended ceilings and beneath raised
floors;
• Protect conduits emerging from floors with impact-resistant conduit to 10 cm above the floor.

Where cabling is laid directly alongside power current cabling, for example next to motor cables of an air
conditioning system, then use screened or twisted cabling, lay in separate compartments or keep a minimum of
50 mm spacing between power current cabling and fire detection and fire alarm cabling.

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Where cabling is laid through fire-resistant partitions, suitable measures must be taken to ensure that the
fire/smoke-resistance of the partition is not impaired.
The wiring, technology and tools used must be used according to the requirements of approved workmanship,
with the aim of minimising the chance of failure. Do not include any conductors in the fire detection and fire
alarm system cabling that are fed from other installations.

There may not be any joints in transmission paths, unless in consultation with the fire detection company and
the local fire brigade. The joints must then be made in terminal boxes intended for the purpose. Any joints
necessary must be housed in a completely sealed junction box. The conductors must be connected to the
terminal strips with numbered screw terminals.

11.2 Function Retention Cabling


The installation and the route of the cabling must be chosen so that the chance of damage of the cabling by fire
is prevented and/or is as small as possible.

This can be achieved by:


• Laying in the ground.
• Laying in a minimum of separate 30 minutes fire-resistant ducts.
• Use of fire-resistant cabling (cabling must conform to DIN 4102 Part 12 class E 30).

The following cables are concerned:


• Between the fire detection and fire alarm control unit and signal transmitters (slow whoop and flashlight).
• Between the fire detection and fire alarm control unit and the transmission equipment.
• Between the fire detection and fire alarm control unit and the fire brigade panel and any additional panels.
• Between the fire detection and fire alarm control unit and any control that automatically resets when the
BMC is reset.

The cable support of cables for which function retention is required must also remain functional for 30 minutes in
the event of fire.

11.3 Cable Monitoring


Cable monitoring according to NEN-2535
In addition, the following cabling must be provided with cable monitoring:
• Cabling to the transmission equipment if longer than 1.5 m.
• Cabling to the FirePro® unit.
• Slow whoop.

For FirePro® units that are equipped with the thermocord the following properties apply:
The FirePro® units can be supplied with thermocord. The thermocord can be connected to the activation unit or
be installed in itself.

If so desired different FirePro® units can be installed and be connected to a network of thermocords.

The thermocord can be supplied with or without protective wire braiding.


The thermocord is installed on the wall of the protected volume with clamps intended for the purpose.

The first clamp must be installed on the FirePro® unit. Spread out the other clamps at uniform intervals along
the entire length of the thermocord.

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The thermocord must be installed so that it has no bends with a radius of less than 20 mm.

Keep the mechanical pressure on the cord and the protective wire braiding limited. Feed the thermocord over
the wall in such a way that any chance of (accidental) damage at a later time can be prevented.

11.4 Shutdown of Energy Supply and Computers


The activation system of the FirePro® units is to be planned so that the following
expectations/conditions are met:
- The ventilation system of the room to be protected must be shut down before the FirePro®
system is activated. The power supply to the equipment/installation must also be shut down
so that the ventilation and/or blowing function of the equipment is stopped. In this situation
the fire cannot spread by means of extra oxygen and the extinguishing agent can reach the
fire with guaranteed swiftness and in the desired concentration and extinguish it efficiently.
- The shutdown system for the power supply also guarantees that there is no short circuiting
following activation. Any additional fire risk is prevented by the shutdown system.
- The shutdown system for the power supply and ventilation is connected to the fire detection and
fire alarm system and/or fire alarm panel.

12.0 Installation, Installation Tests, Delivery, Inspection and Maintenance

12.1 Installation
The Schedule of Requirements with the execution drawings and any other relevant descriptions and/or
certificates of the fire detection and fire alarm system must, before the installation is installed, have been
approved by the local authority. Usually this will be the local chief fire officer of the municipality in which your
business is located.

The fire detection and fire alarm system can be supplied and also maintained by the authorised FirePro®
dealer or by a fire detection company that has been certified by a member of the NCP (National Centre for
Prevention) or an equivalent of this body.

The fire detection and fire alarm system must be installed by an expert and recognised installer. The installer
must work in accordance with the requirements of certification under the responsibility of the authorised
FirePro® dealer or the fire detection company (supplier of the fire detection and fire alarm system).

The authorised FirePro® dealer, the installer and the specialised fire detection company may depart from the
provisions of this schedule of requirements, if and in so far as approval has been granted by all the required
parties and the author has drafted revisions for this schedule and has been correctly informed to this effect.

Where the schedule of requirements differs from prevailing standards/directives, the schedule of requirements
shall prevail. The installer must ensure that before the start of work the design and the siting of the installation
has the approval of the local authorities, customer and owner.

Following acceptance of order, on the basis of perusal of the respective (definitive) text and drawing of this
schedule of requirements, the authorised FirePro® dealer and/or the specialised fire detection company is
responsible for the design and the installation of the fire detection and fire alarm system.

If and in so far as can subsequently be concluded that the actual situation differs or has become different from
that on which the schedule of requirements is based, in particular where the intended use of the rooms is
concerned, the owner/user of the installation and/or whoever installs the fire detection and fire alarm system
must adapt the fire detection and fire alarm system to the newly arisen situation. For this purpose too advice can
be obtained from FirePro Systems Ltd.

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In the event of any subsequent modification (including structural) of layout having an impact on the speed and
reliability of fire detection and the fire alarm, the fire risk and/or on the chance of nuisance alarm/fault,
consideration must again be given to whether an adjustment of the fire detection and fire alarm system is
necessary and/or required (such as detector siting and detector choice). Any adjustment, for the above reasons,
must be approved by all the parties concerned and/or required. This approval must be incorporated into the
schedule of requirements.

Important: If and in so far as the manufacturer’s installation instructions differ from the schedule of
requirements, for a careful implementation of the FirePro® products contact must first be made with
FirePro Systems Ltd. Primarily the installation instructions of the manufacturers and/or fire detection
and firm alarm control unit and/or detection material must be followed.

12.2 Installation Tests and Delivery


Following commissioning and installation an attestation (a written confirmation of approval) stating that the
installation is working properly and conforms to all the technical descriptions must be issued by the installer/the
fire detection company. At the time of delivery the fire detection company must supply the materials required for
testing the detectors used.

12.3 Maintenance and Inspection


During the period that the FirePro® units are in use the following inspections and maintenance procedures
must be carried out:

• A periodic inspection of the aerosol fire extinguishers and fire extinguishing systems to check the following
parts:

1 – electrical wiring 4 – terminals of the electrical activator


2 – electrical circuit 5 – electrical contacts
3 – thermocord 6 – fixing bolts

At the time of the final inspection the following documents must be issued:
• Schedule of Requirements
• Installation attestation conforming to NEN-2535 (or any other equivalent local standard)
• Brief and concise operating instructions, approved by the fire brigade
• Logbook of the fire detection and fire alarm system
• Revision drawings in triplicate with all the relevant details
• A signed maintenance contract

The authorised FirePro® dealer must provide a separate quotation for inspection, management and
maintenance of the FirePro®-based installation. The installer of the fire detection company must alert the
customer to its obligation to carry out limited functional installation tests and maintenance, including a monthly
functional test of the installation and transmission. This must be in accordance with NEN-2654 (or an equivalent
local directive). The customer must ensure that this task is undertaken by a suitably trained officer under NEN-
2654 (or an equivalent local directive).

The customer/user is obliged to conclude a maintenance contract in accordance with NEN-2654 (or an
equivalent local directive) with the authorised FirePro® dealer. This maintenance can for example stipulate that
the installation be inspected and maintained annually.

The maintenance contract must state:


• that the maintenance will be in accordance with NEN-2654 (or an equivalent local directive)
• that maintenance will be undertaken during the life of the installation

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• that the service provider will start on the rectification of a fault within 24 hours of receipt of a fault report
• and urgent interventions must also be included in the maintenance contract

The suitably trained officer of the authorised FirePro® dealer or the customer/user must keep a logbook,
recording all the relevant events concerning the installation, such as false and nuisance alarms with any cause,
switching off of detectors, detector groups, maintenance, inspections and installation tests, adjustments,
expansions and repairs. Other areas of attention are:

• A periodic test (see life) for type E models; the resistance measurement must be carried out to check
that the internal resistance of the activator is between 1.6 to 3.0 ohms. This test must be carried out
with an ohmmeter.
• All the electrical wires and connections of the FirePro® units to the control panel or the switch must
also be tested and checked.
• A periodic inspection of the thermocord of the type TH models must be carried out to check that the
thermocord and the connections to the aerosol fire extinguishers and/or fire extinguishing systems are
intact. Any damaged parts must be replaced and reconnected.
• A periodic inspection of the metal caising (see life) of the solid extinguishing agent must be carried out
to check whether the material is intact or has been damaged by chemically aggressive materials or
corrosion.Whenever such inspection indicates that the metal casing has been damaged, the unit shall
be replaced.
• All the metal brackets and connecting bolts must be inspected and tightened.
• Thanks to its chemical composition and properties the aerosol-forming extinguishing compound SBK
(Solid Bound Compound) in the FirePro® units does not require any further maintenance throughout its
life.
• Life Time: the Certified Life Time of the FirePro® units is 15 years.

Logbook
The logbook contains the items required that give a picture and provide for the recording of various things
during the life of the installation. In the logbook you will find the following:

Content of logbook:
• Introduction
• General details
• Devices used
• Management and maintenance requirements
• Measures on system activation
• Measures following system activation
• General rules and regulations for the user

In the appendices:
• Periodic checks trained person
• Periodic check by maintenance expert
• Overview of automatic fire extinguishing system statistics
• Overview of periodic checks and preventive maintenance
• Overview of real fire statistics
• Overview of nuisance fire alarms
• Overview of false fire alarms
• Overview of system availability
• Safety information sheet
• Technical data FirePro® units
• Certificate of delivery
• Installation drawings
• Schematic diagrams
• User instructions for BMC (fire detection and fire alarm control unit)
• Inspection reports

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12.4 Drawings and Pictograms


When drafting the technical drawings work to scale and clearly indicate the rooms to be protected.

Indication drawings for rooms to be shown.

Important: Use the correct pictograms in the siting and the ultimate overviews.

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When making installation drawings and/or indications on situation diagrams and/or (evacuation) plans the
pictograms below must be used.

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13.0 Residue, Removal, Dismantling of Units, Waste and Environment

13.1 Residue
During the activation process the SBK changes into a swiftly spreading aerosol, consisting of solid particles that
are suspended in the gas phase. The size of these particles is a few micrometres/nanometres.
The composition of the FirePro® aerosol, consisting of potassium compounds, is, in the intended
concentration, not corrosive, not electrically conductive and does not cause any damage to the equipment
protected. The FirePro® aerosol-forming compound is not based on halogen compounds to react with the fire.
It does not produce any corrosive halogen acid by-products in its reaction with the fire.

The concentration of solid particles suspended in the aerosol phase is a few milligrams per m³. The particles are
free from water and moisture and after a given period of time settle as dust in the protected room. The dust can
easily be removed during cleaning before it absorbs moisture.

Regarding the side effects of fire following the extinguishing, which mainly consist of KOH in a very low
concentration (which again reacts with CO2 and rapidly change into K2CO3) and are also free from water and/or
moisture, the same considerations are applicable to the aerosol particles.

If the aerosol particles are removed by cleaning shortly before they can absorb moisture and the mix of
combustion residues present in the air after the fire, they do not react to electronic components, metal etc.
Where the dust particles remain for a lengthy period, they can absorb moisture, meaning that the moisture will
react with metal (especially unpainted) so that oxidation could occur.

Important !
When extinguishing gases liquefied under pressure are sprayed in the room cooling takes place. In the
case of aerosol-forming units the temperature can rise. Both processes affect the humidity. It is
therefore important to be aware of the humidity present beforehand. Following fire and/or activation of
the extinguishing system the humidity in the room must be reduced as soon as possible.

13.2 Guidelines for the Removal of the Residue

Note:

- Remove the residue shortly after activation (within max. a few hours).
- Use a damp cloth or brush to mop up the dry residue from the floor and/or metals.
- Use a fan to remove the residue from electrical components.
- Use special sprays that are suitable for removing/cleaning the residue from electronic components.

Important: following a genuine and/or nuisance activation of the FirePro® unit(s), you must always
contact your dealer who can help you with a new survey of the room concerned and the correct
reconditioning or cleaning methodologies.

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13.3 Dismantling
When the FirePro® units have to be dismantled, the following steps must be taken:

- completely switch off the drive from the fire detection system and ensure that it cannot be
switched on;
- undo the power supply wires and/or the thermocord on the FirePro® unit and ensure that they
cannot be connected;
- ensure that you are standing firmly and adhere to the rules for working at height (Working
Conditions Act);

- undo the FirePro® unit by undoing the bolts and nuts;

- carefully remove the unit from the bracket and place it on a stable surface;

- after dismantling the FirePro® unit(s), put the fire detection and alarm installation back into
operation in consultation with the manager;

- if the FirePro® unit is still warm following activation, use heat-resistant gloves.

13.4 Waste and Environment


When the FirePro® units have been activated they can be disposed of as normal waste following dismantling.
When the FirePro® units have not been activated and the extinguishing agent remains in them, they must be
surrendered to the Distributor and/or its Dealers.

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14.0 Material Safety Data Sheet

1. Identification of the Substance/Company


1.1 Trade name : FirePro®
1.2 Manufacturer/Supplier : FirePro Systems Ltd./Celanova Limited
6, Koumandarias & Spyrou Araouzou Str.,
Tonia Court II, 6ht Floor
Limassol - 3076 , Cyprus
Phone : 00357-25-379999
Fax : 00357-25-354432
e-mail : [email protected]
website : www.firepro.info
1.3 Telephone number in case of emergency: + 357-25-379999

2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
2.1 Component Wt.% CAS No. EINECS Class, R and S
phrases
Potassium Nitrate 77 7757-79-1 231-818-8 See section 15
Potassium Carbonate 4 584-08-7 209-529-3 See section 15
Magnesium <1 7439-95-4 231-104-6 See section 15
Epoxy Resin Polymer 18 25068-38-6 any “polimerizate, See section 15
polycondensate, or
polyadduct” is
exempted by
81/437/EEG

3. Hazards Identification
- Hazards for humans related to the SBK solid compound has not been found.
- Hazards for humans related to the aerosol released by the solid compound have not been established
because TLV’s are not applicable.
- Signs and symptoms related to the aerosol phase are only referred to acute exposure and/or chronic
overexposures, while in real life the exposure will be very short (i.e. in the event of an accidental
discharge when people were not evacuated on time).
3.1 For humans
Threshold Limit Values : None established
Signs and Symptoms by acute exposure
Eye Contact : At normal contact no injury
Inhalation : Not a likely route of entry
Skin Contact : At normal contact no injury
Ingestion : At normal contact no injury
Chronic Overexposure : At normal contact no injury

Medical Conditions Generally : None known


Aggravated by Exposure

For Environment : None established

4. First-Aid Measures
First-Aid measures are referred to acute exposure and/or chronic over exposure
4.1 Inhalation : Remove from exposure area to fresh air.
Eye Contact : If necessary wash eyes.
Skin Contact : Change clothing and shoes. Wash skin with soap.
Ingestion : Not likely.

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5. Fire fighting Measures


5.1 Extinguishing Media : This is an Extinguishing Agent
5.2 Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards : The material does not present an explosion danger. It can be
ignited by means of a fire. Hot aerosol is present in the close up
area of the outlets
5.3 Special Procedures : In places where there is a fire always wear personal protecting
equipment and clothing

6. Accidental Release Measures


6.1 Personal Precautions
Respiratory Protection : at normal contact not needed
Hand Protection : at normal contact not needed
Eye Protection : at normal contact not needed
Skin and Body Protection : at normal contact not needed
6.2 Environmental Precautions
Waste Disposal Methods : See section 13
6.3 Clean up Precautions : Sweep up

7. Handling and storage


7.1 Handling Precautions : Avoid contact with combustible materials.
7.2 Storage Precautions : Should be stored in original container. Keep dry.
Storage Class : 9 miscellaneous , solid

8. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection


8.1 Exposure : Before entering a room with the material in aerosol phase vent
properly to avoid unnecessary exposure.
8.2 Personal protection
Respiratory Protection : at normal contact not needed
Hand Protection : at normal contact not needed
Eye Protection : at normal contact not needed
Skin and Body Protection : at normal contact not needed

9. Physical and Chemical Characteristics


9.1 Appearance : Solid
Colour : Off white
Odour : None
Relative Density : Not applicable
Solubility in water : Insoluble
Ph (if in water, % Conc.) : Not determined
Boiling Point : Not applicable
Vapour Pressure (mm Hg) : Not applicable
Vapour Density : Not applicable
Flash Point : Not applicable
Flammability Limits in Air : Not applicable
(% by volume)
Auto Flammability : Not applicable
Explosive Properties : Not applicable
Oxidizing Properties : Not determined

10. Stability and Reactivity


10.1 Stability : Stable
Conditions to avoid : None known
10.2 Hazardous Reactions : Will not occur
Conditions to avoid : None known
10.3 Materials to Avoid : None known
10.4 Hazardous Decompositions Products : None ascertained

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11. Toxicological Information


The TLV’s (Treshold Limit Values) of the chemicals released in the aerosol phase are applicable only in
case of long, as long as a complete professional life, exposure. This is not the case of a real life situation.
11.1 Product
The potential damage is not caused by the product mixture composition, but by the fact that it is
respirable. The TLV’s apply in case of long exposure, sometimes exposure during a complete professional
life, whilst in this case is once only and short (in case of accidental discharge when evacuation does not
take place on time).
In case of fire the toxicity is caused by the fire itself and the products involved in the fire.
11.2 Components
Potassium Nitrate Toxicity : Oral LD50 (rat) 3750 mg/Kg
Target Organs : Blood, central nervous system
Potassium Carbonate Toxicity : Oral LD50 (rat) 1870 mg/Kg / Oral LD50
(mouse) 2570 mg/Kg
Target Organs : Respiratory system
Magnesium Toxicity : Oral LD50 (dog) 230 mg/Kg
Target Organs : Central nervous system, liver, kidneys
Epoxy Resin Polymer Toxicity : Oral LD50 (rat) 11.4 g/Kg
Irritation Data : Skin (guinea pig) 2750 mg/55 days Inert
Eye (rabbit) 100 mg Mild

12. Ecological Information


12.1 Mobility : with present data no problems
Absorption/Desorption : with present data no problems
12.2 Degradability : with present data no problems
Biotic and Abiotic Degradation : with present data no problems
Aerobic and Anaerobic Degradation : with present data no problems
Persistence : with present data no problems
12.3 Accumulation : with present data no problems
Bioaccumulation Potential : with present data no problems
Biomagnification : with present data no problems
12.3 Short and Long Term Effects on
Ecotoxicity : with present data no problems
Aquatic Organisms : with present data no problems
Soil Organisms : with present data no problems
Plants and Terrestrial animals : with present data no problems
12.4 Other Adverse Effects
Ozone Depleting Potential (ODP) : none
Photochemical Ozone Creation
Potential : none
Global Warming Potentials (GWP) : none
Effects on Waste Water Treatment : with present data no problems
Plants

13. Disposal Considerations


13.1 Dispose of in Compliance with local, state and national regulations.

14. Transportation Information


14.1 Hazard Class or Division : 9 miscellaneous, solid
: For additional transport information contact FirePro Systems Ltd /
Celanova Limited

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15. Regulatory Information


ulatory Inform

For 15.1 Components:


The EU classification and R&S phrases, referred to the components of the SBK compound are related
only to the single components considered as separate chemical entities. Once mixed in the production of
the SBK compound, the risk sentences of the single components are not applicable being the SBK
compound a separate chemical entity.
15.1 Product
Potassium Nitrate EU Classification Oxidizer -
R Phrases 8 Contact with combustible material
may cause fire
S Phrases 16 Keep away from sources of
ignition – No smoking
41 In case of fire and/or explosion,
do not breathe fumes
Potassium Carbonate EU Classification Irritant -
R Phrases 22 Harmful if swallowed
36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory
system and skin
S Phrases 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water
and seek medical advice
37/39 Wear suitable gloves and
eye/face protection
Magnesium EU Classification Flammable -
R Phrases 15 Contact with water liberates highly
flammable gases
17 Spontaneously flammable in air
S Phrases 2 Keep out of reach of children
43 In case of fire never use water
7/8 Keep container tightly closed and
dry
Epoxy Resin Polymer EU Classification Irritant -
R Phrases 36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin
43 May cause sensitisation by skin
contact
53 May cause long-term adverse
effects in the aquatic environment
S Phrases 28 In case of contact with skin, rinse
with water
37/39 Wear suitable gloves and
eye/face protection
61 Avoid release to the environment.
Refer to special instructions/
Safety Data Sheets
Limit Values for Exposure : None listed
EINECS Status : All components are included in EINECS inventories
Restrictions on Marketing and Use : None (Refer to any other national measures that may be
relevant)

16. Other Information


16.1 None Known

17. Disclaimer
17.1 The data in the above material safety data sheet reflect the current state of knowledge of our product and
shall be used only as a guideline. No binding statements as to the contractually agreed product
characteristics may be inferred there from.

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15.0 Alphabetical Technical Glossary


This information, instruction and user manual contains technical terms, the most important of which appear in
the list below in alphabetical order with a brief explanation. The “page” column gives the page on which the term
is used for the first time.

TERM EXPLANATION PAGE


A activator part that puts the unit into operation 16
activation the putting of extinguishing unit and/or installation into operation 15
aero air 5
aerosol small particle in homogeneous diffusion in the air
ATEX directive rules for use of electrical equipment in NPR/CPR rooms 16
Atmospheric existing or built up pressure in a closed room 33
pressure

B BMC fire detection and fire alarm control unit/control system 51


building decree legislation concerning building engineering aspects for buildings 49
building regulations regulations concerning building engineering aspects for buildings 49

C cable monitoring system that monitors the functionality of power cables 54


calculation calculation of units that have clarity as their purpose 33
calculation factors min. items laid down that must be included in calculation 33
calculation sheet laid down calculation methodology and report form 34
cm centimetres (size indication) 28
colloids small particles that are suspended in another substance or gas 5
compartment enclosed space with fixed dimensions in which extinguishing must take place 35
part of extinguishing unit and/or installation to be used
component connecting point between two units 2
connector head that can be placed on extinguisher for better diffusion of the 21
conical nozzle extinguishing agent 21
button for effecting manual extinguishing 21
control switch system that puts (an)other system(s) into operation following activation 51
control system fires within solid substances 35
core fires 14

D Db(A) sound intensity expressed in decibels 51


detector siting location of fire detector connected to the fire detection and fire alarm control 2
unit
DIN German standard based on EN (European Standard) 54
discharge duration duration of discharge of extinguishing agent 36
discharge length length between extinguisher and achievable distance of the discharging 35
extinguishing agent
discharge opening opening through which the extinguishing agent discharges 21
discharge temp. temperature of the discharging extinguishing agent 35
dispersion the distribution of a substance 5
detection the detection of preset values 2
detection system system for detecting fires 14
detectors part of detection system 41

E electrical impulse current by which the activator puts the extinguisher into operation 41
element part of extinguishing unit 6
EMC directive electromagnetic compatibility 49
emergency power supply that temporarily takes over the function in the event of power failure 34
supply
evacuation instal- computer-controlled system that provides for visual/acoustic signal 49
lation
exothermic reaction in which heat is released 47
explosion harmful pressure wave arising from very rapid combustion 14

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explosive mixture ratio of mixture of oxygen and flammable substance 14


extinguishing system for limiting and/or extinguishing fires
system
extinguishing zone specific section of total extinguishing installation 49

F fire class subdivision of flammable substances and extinguishing agent to be used 13


fire detection and computer that converts detection into an alarm 51
fire alarm control
unit
fire brigade panel panel on which the fire brigade can see where the fire alarm is located 51
formula succession of the calculation steps to be taken 33
FP abbreviation for FirePro brand name 15
function retention power cables that retain their functionality for a given period of time on 54
cabling heating
fuse link in the chain that prevents the flow of current in the event of a short 41
circuit

G glow bridge wire that heats up when current flows through it 43


G T-C type of thermocord 44
guide steps to be followed given in advance 33

H Halon extinguishing agent that may no longer be used


Health and safety information sheets with guidelines for safe working 18
information sheet
heat absorbing part of extinguisher in which the heat that has developed is absorbed 19
hydrocarbons substances distilled from oil 17

I installation written declaration of functionality from the fire detection company 56


attestation
installation certificate that is issued following inspection and approval of installation 53
certificate

J
K K2CO3 chemical abbreviation 60
KOH chemical abbreviation 6

L leakage losses amount of extinguishing agent that can flow away through openings 35
logbook handbook for day-to-day manager and installer of the installation 56

M m metres (size indication) 5


m³ cubic metres (size indication) 15
manuals (M) type of extinguisher that are activated by hand 48
micrometre unit indication for particle size 5
mm millimetres (size indication) 21
model properties laid down in clear designation 21
MSDS safety summary per element properties in the product 62

N nanometre unit indication for particle size 5


NCP National Centre for Prevention 55
NEN European Standard translated into and according to Dutch standards 2
nominal weighed amount of extinguishing agent for discharge 33
nozzle head that can be placed on extinguisher for better diffusion of the 21
extinguishing agent
NPR-7910 directive for construction, classification and maintenance of storage of 16
dangerous goods

O operating temperature at which a reaction will occur 48


temperature

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P peak voltage electrical voltage level that can be reached 45


potassium chemical element 6
performance requirements that an installation must meet 13
requirement
protection time time in which the extinguishing agent continues its action according to 33
calculation

Q
R residue substance that remains following an activation 60

S safety factor extra amount of extinguishing agent for taking care of uncertain factors 33
SBK Solid Bound Compound is the denomination of the solid extinguishing 19
chemical compound in the extinguisher
schedule of schedule of requirements that is drawn up for theinstallation in advance 13
requirements
self-activation temperature at which the unit puts itself into operation 19
temperature
short circuit unwanted flow of current that disturbs proper operation 41
siting determination of location and amount of extinguishing agent by survey 2
Slow whoop visual and acoustic signal emitter for alarm 51
sol colloidal solution 5
S T-C type of thermocord 49

T thermocord heat conducting cord that transports heat to extinguisher 7


thermocord connecting point for connection of thermocord to fire extinguisher 49
connector
thermodifferential detectors that react to heat differences in the event of fire 50
thermomaximal detectors that react to set temperature in the event of fire 50
transmission message from control unit via network to an alarm post (e. g. fire brigade) 13

U unit collective term for extinguisher in which all the elements are present 18

V
W WBDBO abbreviation factor time for remaining intact of wall parts and/or walls (Wall- 35
Fire-Penetration-Fire-Flashover)
Working Conditions Dutch health and safety at work legislation 18
Act

X
Y
Z

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Appendix 1

FirePro Aerosol Generators Installation Drawings

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Appendix 2
SYSTEM SOLUTIONS

FirePro Fire Extinguishing Aerosol System Block Diagram


(using Smoke and Rate of Rise Heat Detectors)
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H
Designing an extinguishing system (1)
(2)
Extinguishing Panel
1st Stage Sounder H
With Aerosol Generators (3)
(4)
2nd Stage Sounder& Strobe
Extinguishing Indication
Siren (5) Zone 1, Smoke Detectors
Bell &
Strobe
STOP (6)
(7)
Zone 2, Heat Detectors
Isolation / Abort Button
G EXTINGUISHING G
(8) Sequential Activators
(9) Aerosol Generators
(10) Air dumpers
5
F 2 3 4 F

E 7 E
8 8

FirePro ® FirePro
Sequential
®
Sequential
Activator Activator

D D

10 9
FirePro ®
C FirePro® C
9
1

B B

A A

8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

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(using Linear Heat Detectors)
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H
Designing an extinguishing system (1)
(2)
Extinguishing Panel
1st Stage Sounder H
With Aerosol Generators (3)
(4)
2nd Stage Sounder& Strobe
Extinguishing Indication
Siren (5) Zone 1, Linear Heat Det. TH88
Bell &
Strobe
STOP (6)
(7)
Zone 2, Linear Heat Det. TH105
Isolation / Abort Button
G EXTINGUISHING G
(8) Sequential Activators
(9) Aerosol Generators
(10) Air dumpers
5
F 2 3 4 F

E 7 E
8 8

FirePro ® FirePro
Sequential
®
Sequential
Activator Activator

D D

10 9
FirePro ®
C FirePro® C
9
1

B B

A A

8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

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FPC-2 module - FirePro Multiple Panel Enclosure Protection


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H H

Remote Alarm Remote Alarm Remote Alarm


Remote Fault Remote Fault Remote Fault

POWER 24VDC Power On Res et


24VDC Power On Res et
24VDC Power On Res et

G 240VAC SUPPLY
FirePro®
Fir e
Fault
Silence
Buzzer

FirePro®
Fire
Fault
Silence
Buzzer

FirePro®
Fire
Fault
Silence
Buzzer
G
Panel Fire Protection Controller Panel Fire Protection Controller Panel Fir e Pr otection Contr oller

Supervise
Power Supply

Site Controller Site Controller Site Controller FirePro


F Generator F
FirePro® FirePro®
ABB ABB

E E

FirePro
Generator

D FirePro® FirePro®
D
FD-24
SBE SBE

D- D-
Link Link

C C

B B

A A

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1. 24v power In / Out


2. Single Zone detection.
3. Four Aerosol Generators can be connected.
4. Fire contacts for remote signaling
5. Fault contacts for remote signaling
6. Connection to addressable module.

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FPC-2 module - Single Panel Enclosure Protection.


8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

H H

FirePro Linear Heat


FPC2 Smoke
Generator Detector
G Site Controller Site Controller Site Controller Detector G

FirePro® FirePro®
ABB ABB

Power On
Fire
Res et
FirePro
Silence
Fault Buzzer

FirePro®
Panel Fire Protection Controller
Generator
F F

E FirePro®
E
FD-24
FirePro®

FD-24 FD-24
SBE

SBE

FirePro
D D-
Link
D-
Link D
Generator

C C

B FirePro B
Generator

A A

8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

1. 24v power In / Out


2. Single Zone detection.
3. Four Aerosol Generators can be connected.
4. Fire contacts for remote signaling
5. Fault contacts for remote signaling
6. Connection to addressable module.

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FPC-1 module – Battery operated stand alone module


for single panel protection with build in thermal detection

1. Operating voltage 6v ( 4 AA batteries 1.5v)


2. Battery operating time 2-3 years.
3. Activation temperature – Fixed Temperature 80 °C
4. Activation temperature – Rate of Rise 8 °C/minute, if over 40 °C
5. or Fixed Temperature 80 °C
6. Remote Activation End of Line Resistor 5.1 K Ohm
7. Single Zone detection.
8. Two Aerosol Generators can be connected.
9. Fire alarm open collector connection.
10. Faults alarm open collector connection.
11. Watchdog alarm open collector connection.

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Routing of FirePro Thermocord and/or Linear Heat Detector

SBE

Thermal Bulb Actuator


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Appendix 3

Internal enclosures protection- generators positioning

Positioning of FirePro FP-20S/FP-20SE Generator

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Positioning of FirePro FP-40S Generator


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H H

G G

FirePro ®

F F
Min distance Min distance from
0.1 m sensitive equipment's
0.1 m
Stream Length Stream Length
1.2m 1.2m

E Max Length E

Model: Stream Length


FP40S 1.2m

D D
Stream Length
1.2m

Min distance from


sensitive equipment's
0.1 m
Max Height

C C
FirePro ® FirePro ®

Min distance
Stream Length

0.1 m
B B
1.2m

A A

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H H

G G

F F
FirePro ®

Min distance Min distance from


0.1 m sensitive equipment's
0.1 m

Stream Length Stream Length


E E
2m 2m

Max Length

Model: Stream Length


FP80S 2m

D D
Stream Length
2m

Min distance from


sensitive equipment's
C 0.1 m C
Max Height

FirePro ® FirePro ®
Stream Length

Min distance
0.1 m
2m

B B

A A

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Positioning of FirePro FP-100S Generator


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H H

G G

Min distance from


sensitive equipment's
F 0.1 m F

Max Length
Stream Length
1m

Model: Stream Length


E FP100S 1m E

FirePro ® FirePro ®

D D

Min distance from


sensitive equipment's
0.1 m

C C

B B

A A

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Positioning of FirePro FP-200S Generator


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H H

G G
FirePro ®

Min distance from


sensitive equipment's
F 0.3 m F

Max Length
Stream Length
2m
Model: Stream Length
FP200S 2m
E E

FirePro ®
FirePro ®

D D

Min distance from


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0.3 m
Stream Length
Max Height

C C
2m

B B

A A

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Installation guideline &


wiring connection to
aerosol generators
including earthing
FP-20SE,FP-40S,FP-80S,
FP-100S,FP-200S,FP-500S

MANUAL

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FirePro Systems Ltd


6 Koumandarias & Spyrou Araouzou Street
Tonia Court No. 2, 6th Floor, CY-3036 Limassol
P O Box 54080, CY-3720 Limassol, CYPRUS
Tel: +357 25 379 999, Fax: +357 25 354 432
Web: www.firepro.info, email: [email protected]
An ISO 9001:2008 & 14001:2004 registered company

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LARGE GENERATORS INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

FP-1200, FP-2000, FP-3000, FP-5700

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FirePro Systems Ltd


6 Koumandarias & Spyrou Araouzou Street
Tonia Court No. 2, 6th Floor, CY-3036 Limassol
P O Box 54080, CY-3720 Limassol, CYPRUS
Tel: +357 25 379 999, Fax: +357 25 354 432
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Installation Guidelines

Length = L

DIy DIy DIy DIy

DIx
DIx

DIx
Width = W
DIx

DI: Installation Distance


DIx & DIy: Installation Coordinates:
NG: Number of Generators to be installed/spaced along the subject side
DIx = W/2*NG And, DIy = L/2*NG
For Ex.: if L = 6m & W = 4m
then, DIx= 4 / (2*2) = 4/4 = 1.0m, & DIy = 6 / (2*2) = 1.5m

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Installation Clearance - the Do’s & Dont’s

Wrong Installation

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