Reliable DDX Single Interlock Preaction System Instructions

Single Interlock

Bulletin 727 Rev.

G

Preaction System

4” (100mm), 6” (150mm)

& 165mm Sizes

Instructions for

Installation, Operation,

Care and Maintenance

2 PSI (0,14 bar) Pneumatic Supervising

Pressure with Electric Actuation

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Available with 175 psi (12,1 bar) or

250 psi (17,2 bar) Rated Solenoid

Valve

Externally Resettable Clapper

One Main Drain

The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc., 103 Fairview Park Drive, Elmsford, New York 10523

General Description

Single Interlock Preaction Systems are designed for water-sensitive areas that require protection from inadvertent water flow into the sprinkler system piping.

Sprinkler piping in single interlock systems can effectively be supervised by means of a Reliable Model B Air Compressor Panel or Model C Pressure Maintenance Device. Loss of 2 psi (0,14 bar) supervising pneumatic pressure, due to a damaged sprinkler or sprinkler pipe will not cause water to flow through the Model DDX Deluge Valve and into the system piping. A significant loss of pneumatic pressure will activate a trouble-annunciating device when the system pressure falls below 0.7 psi (0,05 bar).

When one electrical detector senses the presence of fire, the electrical releasing control panel activates fire alarm devices and latches the normally-closed solenoid valve (175 psi (12,1 bar) or 250 psi (17,2 bar) Rated) in the open position (Note: Arranging detectors in a cross-zoned pattern will require operation of two detectors before the solenoid valve can open). The solenoid valve, when closed, retains sufficient water pressure in the pushrod chamber of the Model

DDX Deluge Valve to maintain it closed. Energizing the solenoid valve relieves the water pressure, thus opening the

Deluge Valve and allowing water to flow into the sprinkler system.

To fully operate a cross-zoned single interlock system, two electrical detectors must activate and a sprinkler head must open. During the early stages of a fire, smoke or heat activates the first detector, which causes the control panel to produce a local alarm and an alarm at the main fire alarm panel. Electrical relays inside the releasing control panel can be used to shut down air moving equipment or activate security doors and other electrical devices when the panel goes into the first alarm condition. Subsequent activation of a second, nearby or adjacent, detector will cause the panel to energize the solenoid valve open and release water into the sprinkler system piping. Water flowing into the sprinkler system piping will simultaneously produce water pressure that causes the transfer of contacts in the pressure switch mounted in the Reliable Single Interlock Preaction System’s riser assembly. This pressure switch can electrically initiate the shutdown or startup of equipment, such as computers or other second alarm devices. The flow of water into the sprinkler system piping effectively converts the dry system into a wet pipe system. In the event that the fire subsequently produces sufficient heat to operate a sprinkler head, water will flow from that sprinkler, controlling or suppressing the fire.

The major benefits of a single interlock preaction system, when compared with a wet pipe (deluge) system are as follows:

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A fire alarm sounds prior to the operation of a sprinkler head, which may enable extinguishing the fire by handheld means before the actual operation of any sprinklers and subsequent water damage.

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A trouble annunciator signals whenever the integrity of the piping or sprinklers is accidentally or intentionally disturbed; however, no water flow or water damage will occur at that time.

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Speedy detection and an early fire alarm are provided by fire detectors, without the delay associated with water delivery time in the event of a fire. Note that with a wet pipe system, the fire alarm is delayed until after water has begun flowing from an operated sprinkler head.

At the heart of Reliable’s Single Interlock Preaction System is the Model DDX Deluge Valve. This Deluge Valve is a hydraulically operated, straight-through-design, differentialtype valve (see Fig. 1). System maintenance is simplified since priming water is not required and the Deluge Valve can be reset externally without cover removal. This is accomplished by pushing in and turning the external reset knob at the rear of the Deluge Valve (see Fig. 1). This feature provides a significant system-restoration time advantage.

The Reliable Single Interlock Preaction System trim set (see

Fig. 2) provides all of the necessary equipment for connections to the Model DDX Deluge Valve’s pushrod chamber inlet and outlet ports, the 2” (50mm) main drain, alarm devices, air supply, water supply, and required pressure gauges.

This trim set is available in individual parts, in time-saving, segmentally assembled kit forms, or fully assembled to the

Model DDX Deluge Valve (with or without a control valve).

Listings & Approvals

Reliable 4” (100mm), 6”(150mm) and 165mm Single Interlock Preaction Systems are Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.

Listed and UL certified for Canada (cULus) in the Special

System Water Control Valves – Deluge Type (VLFT) category.

Reliable 4” (100mm), 6”(150mm) and 165mm Single Interlock Preaction Systems are certified by Factory Mutual

Approvals (FM). Factory Mutual does not approve the use of smoke detectors or cross-zoned detectors in preaction systems.

The NYC acceptance number for this system is MEA 258-

93-E.

Reliable Single Interlock Preaction Systems are UL Listed and FM Approved only when used with the trim components shown in Fig. 2.

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Single Interlock Electric Release Preaction Trim Parts List (Refer to Fig. 2)

Item

No.

Part No.

Description

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6103060024

6103040026

6215052400

6215051600

7g05242400

7g05161600

7d05464200

7d05444200

98048028

Assembly, Valve, 6” (150mm)

For 6” Ass’y Only

Assembly, Valve, 4” (100mm

For 4” Ass’y Only

Wafer-butterfly Valve, 6”

For 6” Ass’y Only

Wafer-butterfly Valve, 4”

For 4” Ass’y Only

Coupling, Rigid, 6”

For 6” Ass’y Only

Coupling, Rigid, 4”

For 4” Ass’y Only

Coupling, 6” Grooved W/ 1” Npt Outlet

For 6” Ass’y Only

Coupling, 4” Grooved W/ 3/4” Npt Outlet

For 4” Ass’y Only

Bushing Reducer, 1” X 1/4”, Galv.

For 6” Ass’y Only

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6

7

8

98048025

Bushing Reducer, 3/4” X 1/4”, Galv.

For 4” Ass’y Only

6871010000 Valve, Solenoid (175 Psi) 175 Psi Rated

6871020020 Valve, Solenoid (250 Psi) 250 Psi Rated

78653000 Assembly, Manual Emergency Station

78653004 Assembly, Valve Caution Station, 1/2”

9 78653100 Valve, Ball Drip, 1/2”

10 92056702 Connector, 3/8” Tubing X 1/4” Npt

11 92056703 Elbow, Male, 3/8” Tube X 1/4” Npt

12 92056810 Connector, 3/8” ID Tube X 1/2” Npt

13 92056704 Connector, Elbow, 3/8” ID Tube X 1/2” Npt

14 92056705 Connector, Elbow, 3/8” ID Tube X 1/4” Npt

15 94616917 Nameplate, Single Interlock

16 96606601 Tee, Glvn., 3/4”

17 96606607 Tee, Glvn., 1/2” X 1/2” X 1/4”

18 96606612 Tee, Glvn., 3/4” X 1/2” X 1/2”

19 96606627 Tee, Glvn, 2” X 2” X 1”

20 96920912 Flex Line, 12”

21 98048015 Bushing, Reducer, 2” Spigot X 1” Nptf, Pvc

22 98048022 Bushing, Reducer, 3/4” X 1/2”, Galv.

23 98048025 Bushing, Reducer, 3/4” X 1/4”, Galv.

24 98050004 Drain Cup, Pvc

25 98174401 Ell, 1/2”, Mall Iron, Galv.

26 98174402 Ell, 3/4”, Mall Iron, Galv.

27 98174403 Ell, 1”, Mall Iron, Galv.

28 98174404 Ell, 1/4”, Mall Iron, Galv.

29 98174405 Ell, 2”, Mall Iron, Galv.

30 98248000 Gauge, Air Pressure (0-80 Psi)

31 98248001 Gauge, Water Pressure (0-300 Psi)

32 98543208 Nipple, Steel, Galv., 2” X 3”

33 98543209 Nipple, Steel, Galv., 1/2” X 2”

34 98543210 Nipple, Steel, Galv., 1/2” X 2-1/2”

35 98543213 Nipple, Steel, Galv., 1” X Close

36 98543220 Nipple, Steel, Galv., 1/4” X 3”

37 98543222 Nipple, Steel, Galv., 1” X 3-1/2”

38 98543223 Nipple, Steel, Galv., 1/2” X 1-1/2”

39 98543226 Nipple, Steel, Galv., 1/4” X 1-1/2”

40 98543228 Nipple, Steel, Galv., 1/2” X 4-1/2”

41 98543230 Nipple, Steel, Galv., 1/2” X 3”

42 98543237 Nipple, Steel, Galv., 1/2” X 8”

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Item

No.

Part No.

Description

43 98543238 Nipple, Steel, Galv., 2” X Close

44 98543244 Nipple, Steel, Galv., 1/4” X 2”

45 98543266 Nipple, Steel, Galv., 1” X 6”

46 98543279 Nipple, Steel, Galv., 3/4” X Close

47 98604406 Plug, Iron, Sq. Hd., 1/2”

48 98614401 Plug, Iron, Sq. Hd., 3/4”

49 98614403 Plug, Iron, Sq. Hd., 1/4”

50 98727607 Strainer, 1/4”

51 98750003 Pipe Cross, 1/2”, Galv.

52 98761649 Tee, Glvn., 1/2” X 1/4” X 1/2”

53 98761651 Tee, Glvn., 1/2”

54 98815200 Union, 1/2”, Iron, Galv.

55 98815204 Union, “O” Ring Seal, Galv., 1/2”

56 98840100 Valve, Angle, 2”

57 98840117 Valve, Ball, 1/4” Nptf X 1/4” Nptm

58 98840145 Swing Check Valve, 1” Npt

59 98840147 Check Valve, 1/4” Npt, Poppet Type Inline

60 98840160 Valve, 3-way, 1/4”

61 98840171 Valve, Globe, 1/2”

62 98840172 Globe Valve, 1/4”

63 98840181 Horiz. Swing Check Valve, 1/2” Npt

64 98840187 Valve, Check, 1/4” Nptf X 1/4” Nptm

65 99080002 Pad-adhesive

66 89141112 Tie, Retaining

67 ---------

68 96686756 Tubing, Pvc, 3/8” ID X 6 Ft.

69 98768008 Copper Tubing, 3/8”

System Operation

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To fully operate a Single Interlock Preaction System, two independent events must coexist before water flow will occur. One electrical detector (two detectors in a cross-zoned system) must activate and a sprinkler head must open. Operation of either one of these items will only cause an alarm to annunciate, but will not cause water to discharge from the sprinkler system piping.

When set correctly for service, the Model DDX Deluge

Valve is hydraulically established to withhold the supply water from the sprinkler system piping. The Reliable Model

DDX Deluge Valve is shown in both the closed and open positions in Fig.1. In the closed position, the supply pressure acts on the underside of the clapper and also on the push rod through the push rod chamber’s inlet restriction.

The resultant force due to the supply pressure acting on the push rod is multiplied by the mechanical advantage of the lever and is more than sufficient to hold the clapper closed against normal supply pressure surges.

When a fire is detected, the energized solenoid valve vents the push rod chamber to atmosphere through the chamber’s outlet. Since the pressure cannot be replenished through the inlet restriction as rapidly as it is vented, the push rod chamber pressure falls instantaneously. When the push rod chamber pressure approaches approximately one-third of the supply pressure, the upward force of the supply pressure acting beneath the clapper overcomes the lever-applied force thereby opening the clapper.

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Once the clapper has opened, the lever acts as a latch, preventing the clapper from returning to the closed position. Water from the supply flows through the Deluge Valve into the system piping. Water also flows through the Deluge

Valve alarm outlet to the alarm devices.

After system shutdown, resetting the Model DDX Deluge

Valve is quite simple. Doing so only requires pushing in and turning the reset knob at the rear of the valve (see Fig.1).

The external reset feature of the Model DDX Deluge Valve provides a means for simple, economical system testing, which is one essential facet of a good maintenance program. The external reset feature does not, however, eliminate another important facet of good maintenance, namely, periodic cleaning and inspection of the internal valve parts.

In the event that water builds up inside the valve due to condensate from the air supply system or water left inside from valve system testing, a drain is available for venting.

After closing the main supply valve, a small valve over the drain cup can be opened slightly until the water inside the valve body and the main pipe column has drained. See the section titled “Draining Excess/Condensate Water From

System” in this bulletin for the detailed procedure.

The Model B Manual Emergency Station (see Fig. 3) is also included in the Reliable Single Interlock Preaction System trim set. It consists of an aluminum nameplate mechanically attached to a ball valve. The valve handle in its OFF position is guarded against accidental turning to the ON position

(and system discharge) by a nylon cable tie provided with each trim kit. The cable tie is inserted, as shown in Fig. 3, after the system has been restored for operation. The nylon cable tie is designed to allow, in case of an emergency, forceful turning of the valve handle to the ON position. As an alternative to the Model B Hydraulic Manual Emergency

Station, the Model A Hydraulic Manual Emergency Pull Box

(see Reliable Bulletin 506) is also available and can be provided as an option.

Whenever ambient temperature conditions are high, the water temperature in the Model DDX Deluge Valve’s pushrod chamber could possibly increase, thereby increasing the pressure in the chamber to values exceeding the rated pressure of the system. In an indoor installation where standard room temperatures are exceeded, a pressure relief kit may be needed. Pressure relief kit, P/N 6503050001, can be installed into the pushrod chamber’s releasing line to limit the pressure to 175 psi (12,1 bar).

Pressurizing Line Connection

The water supply for the push-rod chamber must be provided by connection of its inlet pressurizing line to the water supply piping. Pressurizing lines for multiple Model DDX

Deluge Valve push-rod chambers must never be manifolded together, having only a single tap on the water supply piping. Each Model DDX Deluge Valve must have its own push-rod chamber pressurizing line connection. This connection must be made on the supply side of the main water supply control valve. This can be accomplished by:

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b.

Using a tapped connection directly below or next to the main water supply control valve using a welded outlet or the appropriate mechanical fittings. A grooved-end outlet coupling is one way to achieve this (see Fig. 2); or

Using a water supply control valve that has an available threaded (NPT) supply-side tap design to allow for a direct water supply connection to the Model DDX Deluge Valve’s push-rod chamber.

Caution: Reliable’s DDX valve is designed with an inlet restriction built into the pushrod chamber. It is important not to introduce additional restrictions into the direct water supply connection or the discharge from the pushrod chamber by installing additional valves or improperly installing the copper lines used in the trim of the valve.

Hydrostatic Testing of DDX Valves and DDX

Systems

As required by NFPA 13, fire sprinkler systems with working pressures up to and including 150 psi are to be hydrostatically tested at a water pressure of 200 psi and maintain that pressure without loss for two hours. Fire sprinkler systems with working pressures above 150 psi are required to be hydrostatically tested at 50 psi above the system working pressure and maintain that pressure without loss for two hours. In addition to the hydrostatic tests described above, dry pipe and double interlock preaction systems require an additional low pressure air test.

In some cases, hydrostatic testing (in accordance with the

NFPA 13 requirements noted above) will result in pressures that exceed the working pressure of the valve and trim kit for the two-hour test period. The valve and applicable trim kit have been tested, approved and listed under these conditions and as such, hydrostatic testing in accordance with

NFPA 13 is acceptable. In addition, the clapper can remain in the closed position and the trim kit need not be isolated, as each has been designed to withstand hydrostatic testing as required by NFPA 13.

Hydrostatically testing the valve and trim to pressures higher than their rating is limited to the hydrostatic test as referenced by NFPA 13. It does not address the occurrence(s) of a “water hammer” effect, which can indeed damage the valve. A “water hammer” in the water supply piping of the valve can create pressures in excess of the rated pressure and should be avoided by all necessary means. This condition may be created from improper fire pump settings, underground construction work, or an improper venting of trapped air in the water supply piping.

System Design Considerations

The automatic sprinklers, air compressor, releasing devices, electric releasing control equipment, fire detection devices, manual pull stations, and signaling devices which are utilized with the Single Interlock Preaction System must be

UL or ULC Listed or FM Approved, as applicable.

The Deluge Valve, and all interconnecting piping must be located in a readily visible and accessible location and in an area that can be maintained at a minimum temperature of

Fig. 3

40°F (4°C). Note: Heat tracing is not permitted.

Pendent sprinklers, other than dry pendents, used on preaction systems shall be installed on return bends per NFPA

13.

The solenoid valve is operated and supervised by the electrical releasing/control panel. Details on the electrical portion of this system can be found in Reliable Bulletin 708,

“ Electrical Systems.”

System Air Pressure Requirements

A Reliable Model B Air Compressor Panel or Model C

Pressure Maintenance Device is used to maintain the system pneumatic pressure at approximately 35 oz/in 2 (2.2 psi or 0,2 bar). The air compressor panel contains an integral low air pressure warning light, while the pressure maintenance device requires a separate annunciating device to be connected to the low pressure switch. The switch is factory set to transfer contacts when the supervisory pressure falls below approximately 11 oz/in 2 (0.7 psi or 0,05 bar). The pressure maintenance device is a supervisory pneumatic supply for use where a clean, dependable and continuous compressed air or dry nitrogen gas source is available in the

40 to 100 psi (2,8 to 6,9 bar) pressure range.

In some circumstances, such as when dry sprinklers are being used in a preaction system, it may be desirable to supervise the preaction system at air pressures higher than 2 psi. For such cases, Reliable recommends the use of an A-2 air maintenance device with either a System Sensor EPS-10 or EPS-40 low air pressure switch. Supervising air pressure may be between 7psi and 20 psi, depending on which low air pressure switch is being utilized.

System Electrical Requirements

All releasing, alarm and detection devices in the Single Interlock Preaction System are supervised by the Potter PFC-

4410-RC Releasing Control Panel. Connect these devices as shown in Fig. 4. The Releasing/Control Panel should be set to use Program #6 (See Potter Instruction Manual

#5403550).

The power supply, the standby emergency power supply, battery charger, and the rectifier circuitry are all contained within the Potter PFC-4410-RC Releasing Control Panel.

The solenoid valve is operated and supervised by the Potter

PFC-4410-RC Releasing Control Panel. Potter PFC-4410-RC

Releasing Control Panel requires 120 VAC.

Batteries that provide ninety hours of standby power are required for Factory Mutual Approved systems.

For additional information and detailed wiring diagrams, refer to Reliable Bulletin 700, “ Special Hazards & Special

Systems”. These diagrams describe single area, single area cross-zoned, and two area systems.

Caution: Repairs or disassembly of the solenoid valve should only be done by a trained technician. An improperly repaired or partially assembled solenoid valve could result in failure of the valve to operate.

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Single Interlock Preaction System– Electric

Release Trim Engineering Specifi cations

General Description

Preaction system shall be a single interlock preaction system utilizing a [4” (100 mm)] [6” (150 mm)] [165mm] [cULus

Listed] [FM Approved] hydraulically operated, differential latching clapper-type valve with electric release preaction trim. Deluge valve shall be of lightweight, ductile-iron construction with “drop in” bronze seat and clapper assembly.

Bronze seat shall have O-ring seals to resist corrosion and leakage. Clapper facing shall be pressure actuated, providing a limited compression seat for the sealing force between the clapper rubber facing and the valve seat. Push-rod chamber shall be of a piston/push-rod design with diaphragm seal and have a ¼” vent hole for air/water leakage indication. Trip ratio shall be a 3:1 force differential. Deluge valve shall be of the straight-through design to minimize friction loss, and be capable of being reset without having to remove the valve cover plate through the use of an external reset knob. Inlet restriction orifice shall be factory installed into inlet port of deluge valve push-rod cover plate and not be a separate part of the deluge valve trim. Valve end connections shall be grooved outlets per ANSI/AWWA C606.

Deluge valve shall have a rated working pressure of 250 psi

(17,2 bar). Deluge valve to be [4” (100 mm)] [6” (150 mm)]

[165mm] Reliable Model DDX Deluge Valve (Bulletin 511).

Preaction electric release trim shall consist of galvanized and brass components specifically listed/approved with the deluge valve. Deluge valve releasing device shall be an electrical two-way, normally closed, pilot operated solenoid valve [cULus Listed] [FM Approved] for its intended use.

The solenoid valve shall be constructed of a brass body with stainless steel sleeve tube, springs, stop and plunger, and with ½” female NPT end connections. Solenoid valve shall have a maximum working pressure of [175 psi (12,1 bar)]

[250 psi (17,2 bar)] and maximum ambient temperature rating of 150°F (66°C). Power consumption of integrated coil shall be limited to [10 watts (175 psi (12,1 bar)) Rated] [22 watts (250 psi (17,2 bar)) Rated] and require 24 VDC from a releasing/control panel listed for such service. Solenoid valve shall be a Skinner ½” normally-closed solenoid valve,

[Model 73218BN4UNLVNOC111C2 (175 psi (12,1 bar))

Rated]. [Model 73212BN4TNLVNOC322C2 (250 PSI (17,2 bar)) Rated].

Supervisory Air Supply Options

Owner’s Air supply

Single interlock preaction system air pressure shall utilize low supervisory air pressure. Air supply shall be provided by an owner supplied air system in conjunction with a [cU-

Lus Listed] [FM Approved] automatic low air pressure maintenance device. The pressure maintenance device trim assembly shall consist of a field adjustable, low pressure line regulator, air filter assembly, low air pressure switch, pressure gauge and check valve. Regulator shall be capable of receiving 40 to 100 psi (2,8 to 6,9 bar) inlet pressure and provide approximately 2 psi (0,14 bar) outlet supervisory pressure. The pressure switch shall have a SPDT contact rated at 15 amp @ 125/250 VAC, and 10 amp @ 12 VDC.

Pressure switch shall transfer contacts when the supervisory pressure falls below approximately 0.5 psi (0,03 bar).

Low Pressure Air Compressor Panel

Preaction system supervisory air supply shall be a [cU-

Lus Listed] [FM Approved] self-contained, low pressure air compressor panel containing a 1/16 hp air compressor,

DPDT relay for remote supervisory annunciation, low pressure warning light, pressure gauge, and low pressure alarm switch. Pressure switch shall control the compressor, providing a maximum operating supervisory pressure of 2 psi

(0,14 bar), and a low-pressure supervisory alarm at approximately 0.5 psi (0,03 bar). Power requirements shall be 120

VAC/60 Hz.

Optional System Accessories

System Control Valve

Preaction system control valve shall be a slow close, [cU-

Lus Listed] [FM Approved] indicating butterfly type valve with a pre-wired supervisory tamper switch assembly. The valve shall be rated for a working pressure of [175 psi (12,1 bar)] [250 psi (17,2 bar)]. System control valve shall be a

[4” (100 mm)] [6” (150 mm)] [165mm] Nibco GD-4765-8N

Butterfly Valve.

Detection System

To initiate actuation of the preaction system’s deluge valve, a supplemental electric detection system shall be provided

[Insert applicable product specification]

Releasing/Control Panel

A releasing/control panel shall be used to operate the preaction system. The releasing/control panel shall be a conventional, microprocessor-controlled panel containing two initiating device circuits, and waterflow and supervisory inputs. Output circuits shall include alarm, waterflow, supervisory, and releasing circuits. The releasing/control panel shall be capable of providing any of the following desired modes of operation: single hazard, two zone; single hazard, cross-zoned; dual hazard, combined release; and dual hazard, split release (two area). Releasing/control panel shall be equipped with a local tone alarm to annunciate loss of AC power, system trouble, circuit trouble, and low auxiliary DC power supply. Panel shall be [cULus Listed] [FM Approved] and be capable of providing power for compatible detectors and auxiliary devices used. Audible alarms shall be able to be silenced at releasing panel. Auxiliary DC power supply shall consist of (2) 12-volt lead acid batteries of the same ampere-hour rating, providing [60 hours – cULus Listed]

[90 hours – FM Approved]. Dry contacts shall be provided for remote annunciation of alarm, trouble, and supervisory panel signals. Main power supply to be a dedicated 120

VAC / 60Hz circuit.

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Waterfl ow Alarm Pressure Switch

Alarm pressure switch shall be provided to indicate water flow and provide a water flow alarm. Pressure switch shall be [cULus Listed] [FM Approved] and of the bellows activated type enclosed in a weatherproof, 4x, NEMA 4-rated enclosure incorporating tamper-resistant screws. There shall be two sets of SPDT (Form C) contacts rated at 10.0

A @ 125/250 VAC and 2.5 A @ 6/12/24 VDC. The pressure switch shall have a maximum service pressure rating of 250 psi (17,2 bar) and shall be factory adjusted to operate at a pressure of 4 to 8 psi (0,27 to 0,55 bar) with adjustment up to 20 psi (1,3 bar). Switch shall be provided with a ½” NPT male pressure connection. Waterflow alarm pressure switch shall be System Sensor EPS10-2.

Technical Data

Reliable Single Interlock Preaction Systems, with associated trim, sizes 4” (100mm), 6” (150mm) and 165mm are rated for use at minimum water supply pressure of 20 psi (1,4 bar) and maximum supply pressure of 250 psi (17,2 bar). Water supplied to the inlet of the valve and to the pushrod chamber must be maintained between 40°F (4°C) and 140°F (60°C).

The following list of technical bulletins pertains to valves and devices that may be used in this preaction system:

Valve

Hydraulic Emergency Station (Model A)

Reliable

Mechanical Sprinkler Alarm

Pressure Maintenance Device

Reliable 506

700

Reliable 612/613

Reliable 252

Air Compressor Panel (Models B & C)

Releasing/Control

Reliable 252

Potter

Electric Emergency Station

Thermal/Smoke

Fire Alarm Devices

Reliable

#5403550

Reliable 700

722

Reliable 700

Waterflow Pressure Alarm Switch System Sensor

A05-0176

Valve Description

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Rated working pressure:

Valve & System - 250 psi (17,2 bar)

Factory tested to a hydrostatic pressure of 500 psi

(34,5 bar). (Valve only)

End and trim connections:

• ANSI/AWWA C606 grooved inlet and outlet

Valve

Size

Groove Dimensions

Outlet

Diameter

Groove

Diameter

Groove

Width

Outlet

Face to Groove

4”

(100mm)

4.500”

(114mm)

4.334”

(110mm)

6”

(150mm)

165mm

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6.625”

(168mm)

6.500”

(165mm)

6.455”

(164mm)

6.330”

(161mm)

3 /

8

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(10mm)

Threaded openings Per ANSI B 2.1

Valve Size Color

4” (100mm)

6” (150mm)

165mm

Black

Red

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(16mm)

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Face to face dimensions:

4” (100 mm) — 14” (355 mm)

6” (150 mm) & 165 mm — 16” (406 mm)

Shipping weight:

Valve Size Weight

4” (100 mm)

6” (150 mm) & 165 mm

64 lb. (29 kg)

95 lb. (43 kg)

Friction loss (Expressed in equivalent length of

Schedule 40 pipe, based on Hazen & Williams formula with C=120 and a flow velocity of 15ft/sec (4.6 m/sec)):

Valve Size Equivalent Length

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4” (100 mm)

6” (150 mm) & 165 mm

Installation position: Vertical

14’ (4.27 m)

29.4’ (9 m)

Maintenance

Reliable Single Interlock Preaction Systems and associated equipment shall periodically be given a thorough inspection and test. NFPA 25, Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water Based Fire Protection Systems, provides minimum maintenance requirements. System components shall be tested, operated, cleaned, and inspected at least annually, and parts replaced as required.

Resetting the Single Interlock Preaction

System

Refer to Figs. 2, 5, and 6.

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Close the main valve controlling water supply (Fig. 6)

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to the Deluge Valve and close off the air supply to the sprinkler system.

Close the pushrod chamber supply valve, valve A

(Fig. 6).

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Open the main drain valve, valve B (Fig. 6), and drain system.

Open all drain valves and vents at low points throughout the system, closing them when flow of water has stopped. Open valve D (Fig. 6).

5.

6.

7.

8.

Note: The above steps accomplish the relieving of pressure in the pushrod chamber of the Deluge

Valve.

With valve G (Fig. 6) open, push in the plunger of ball drip valve, valve E (Fig. 6), to force the ball from its seat, and drain any water in the alarm line.

With the Model B Manual Emergency Station, valve D

(Fig. 6), open, push in and rotate the Deluge Valve’s external reset knob (#38, Fig. 5) clockwise until you hear a distinct clicking noise, indicating that the clapper has closed. Note: The reset knob can be rotated only after pressure in the pushrod chamber is reduced to atmospheric conditions (0 psig).

Inspect and replace any portion of the sprinkler system subjected to fire conditions.

Open valve A (Fig. 6) and allow water to fill the Deluge Valve’s pushrod chamber. Close valve D (Fig.

6).

10.

9.

10.

11.

12.

13.

Bleed any air from the actuation piping by energizing the solenoid valve. This is done by operating a detector or an electric manual emergency station.

While water is flowing through the solenoid valve, cause it to close. Refer to Bulletin 700, “Special Hazards & Special Systems” for details.

Note: All detection devices must be reset before the releasing/control panel can be reset.

Close valve G (Fig. 6). Open the valve to restore air pressure in the sprinkler system.

Open valve G (Fig. 6). Open slightly the main valve controlling water supply (Fig. 6) to the Model DDX

Deluge Valve, closing drain valve B (Fig. 6) when water flows. Observe if water leaks through the ball drip valve, valve E (Fig. 6), into the drip cup, J (Fig.

6). If no leak occurs, the Deluge Valve’s clapper is sealed. Open slowly, and verify that the main valve controlling water supply is fully opened and properly monitored.

Verify that valve A (Fig. 6) and valve G (Fig. 6) are open.

Secure the handle of the Model B Manual Emergency Station, valve D (Fig. 6), in the OFF position with a nylon tie (#66, Fig. 2).

Inspection and Testing

Refer to Figs. 2, 5, and 6.

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

Water supply — be sure the valve(s) controlling water supply to the Deluge Valve are opened fully and properly monitored.

Alarm line — be sure that valve G (Fig. 6) is opened and remains in this position.

Other trimming valves — check that valve A (Fig.

6) is open as well as all of the pressure gauge’s ¼”

3-way valves. Valves D, F, and H (Fig. 6) should be closed.

Ball drip valve E (Fig. 6) — make sure valve G (Fig.

6) is open. Push in on the plunger to be sure the ball check is off its seat. If no water appears, the Deluge

Valve’s water seat is tight. Inspect the bleed hole

(see Fig. 5) on the underside of the push rod chamber for leakage.

System pneumatic pressure — check that system air pressure is approximately 35 oz/in 2 (2.2 psi or 0,2 bar). Check the pressure maintenance device for leakage and proper pressure.

Releasing device — check outlet of the releasing device (i.e., solenoid valve or the Model B Manual

Emergency Station, valve D (Fig. 6)) for leakage.

Also verify that tubing drain lines from releasing devices are not pinched or crushed which could prevent proper releasing of the Deluge Valve.

Testing alarms — make sure valve G (Fig. 6) is open. Open valve F (Fig. 6) permitting water from the supply to flow to the electric sprinkler alarm switch and to the mechanical sprinkler alarm (water motor).

After testing, close this valve securely. Push in on the plunger of ball drip valve E (Fig. 6) until all of the water has drained from the alarm line.

11.

8.

9.

Operational test — Open the Model B Manual Emergency Station, valve D (Fig. 6), or operate by electrical actuation (refer to Bulletin 700, “ Special Hazards

& Special Systems” for details). Note: An operational test will cause the Deluge Valve to open and flow water into the sprinkler system.

Secure Model B Manual Emergency Station, valve D

(Fig. 6), in the OFF position with a nylon tie (#66, Fig.

2) after the Deluge Valve is reset.

Testing the Model DDX Deluge Valve Without Flowing Water

Refer to Fig. 6

1.

Close the valve controlling water supply to Deluge

2.

3.

Valve and open the main drain valve B.

Verify that valve A is open, allowing water to enter the push rod chamber.

Operate detection system – energize the solenoid

4.

5.

valve by operating a detector (refer to Bulletin 700,

“Special Hazards & Special Systems” for details).

Operation of the detection system will result in a sudden drop of water pressure in the push rod chamber.

Reset detection system — reverse operations performed in step three above and then proceed according to the directions listed in the “Resetting the

Single Interlock Preaction System” section of this bulletin for resetting the Deluge Valve.

Draining Excess/Condensate Water From

System

Refer to Fig. 6

1.

Close the main valve controlling water supply to Del-

2.

uge Valve. Also close valve A and open main drain valve B.

Open condensate drain valve H until all water has drained. Close valve H. Note: Be sure not to keep

3.

valve H open for an extended period of time because that will cause enough system air to bleed off thereby causing an undesirable activation of a trouble-annunciating device.

Close main drain valve B. If system contains pressurized air, allow air pressure to come back up to specification. Open valve A first, and then open the main valve controlling the water supply to the Deluge

Valve.

Fig. 5

Models DDX 4” (100mm), 6” (150mm) & 165mm Deluge Valve Parts List

Item

No.

1

2

3

4

5

6

Part Number

4”(100mm)

Valve

6”(150mm)

Valve

165mm

Valve

91006005 91006007 91006027

96016004 96016006 96016006

91916004 91916006 91916006

92116064 92116066 92116065

93416004 93416006 93416006

93706004 93706006 93706006

Description

Valve Body

Seat

Clapper

Cover

Seal Faceplate

Subassembly

Gasket, Cover

(Not Shown)

7 94506004 94506006 94506006

8

9

10

11 95406006

N/A

12

13 93706001

N/A

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

92126066

95406407

95406007

N/A

95406016

95406024

N/A N/A

93706002 93706002

96216086

96216046

95606131

96216066

95106006

95200038

95506006

93916006

95306267

Lever

Cover, Pushrod

O-ring (014)

O-ring (114)

O-ring (156)

O-ring (161)

O-ring (912)

Gasket, Clapper, 4”

Gasket, Clapper, 6”

Hinge Pin, Clapper

Pin, Lever

Threaded Stud,

#10-32 x ¾”

Pin, Locking, Seat

(Not Shown)

Piston

Plug, Socket,

Ø 3/8” - 18 NPT

(Not Shown)

Pushrod

Pushrod Guide

Ring, Retaining

(2 Assembled to Item

No. 14)

No.

Req’d

1

1

1

1

1

1

2

1

1

2

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

2

1

2

1

1

3

Item

No.

4”(100mm)

Valve

Part Number

6”(150mm)

Valve

23

24

25 95606107

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

32

33

34

35

36

37

38

39

N/A

165mm

Valve

Description

No.

Req’d

95606128

95606129

N/A

96906111

95606127

95606130

95606114

93916066

96406004

96406906

96906904

95276006

92306006

94106066

94206406

94356006

85000050

N/A

91106006 91106006

Screw, Button Head,

#10-32 x 3/8”

Screw, Hex Washer Head,

#10-32 x 3/8”

Screw, Hex Cap,

Ø ½”-13 x 1-1/2”

Screw, Hex Cap,

1

4

6

Ø 5/8”-11 x 1-3/4”

Spring Lock Washer, #10 1

Screw, C’sunk Cap Head,

Ø 3/8”-16 x ¾”

1

Screw, Socket Head,

#10-32 x 1”

Screw, Socket Head,

1

6

Ø ¼”-20 x 5/8”

Shaft, Reset

Spring, Lever

Spring

Teflon Washer, Ø ½”

1

1

2

(2 Assembled to Item

No.14)

Diaphragm

Disc, Bumper

Housing, Reset

Inlet, Orifice

Knob, Reset

O-ring Grease, DuPont™

Krytox ® GPL-201

3

A/R

1

1

1

1

1

12.

Fig. 6

13.

Maintenance Procedures - Model DDX

Deluge Valve

Refer to Figs. 2, 5, & 6.

1.

2.

Mechanical sprinkler alarm (water motor–not shown) not operating:

This is most likely caused by a clogged screen in the strainer of the water motor. Proceed as follows: Remove plug from the strainer. Remove and clean the screen. Replace the screen and the plug, and then tighten securely (Ref. Bulletin 613).

Leakage out of the ball drip valve E (Fig. 6).

a.

Water leakage due to a water column above b.

the Deluge Valve’s clapper:

This condition can be caused by leakage past the system side of the Model DDX Deluge Valve’s seal faceplate subassembly (#5, Fig. 5). Be sure that this surface is free of any type of debris. To eliminate leakage due to a water column, refer to the section in this bulletin marked “Draining

Excess/Condensate Water From System”. If the problem continues proceed to the following section.

Leakage, air or water from the ball drip valve,

E (Fig. 6):

If system air is leaking out the ball drip valve, the problem is either damage to the airside of the

Model DDX Deluge Valve’s seal faceplate subassembly (#5, Fig. 5), seat (#2, Fig. 5), or the upper seat O-ring (#11, Fig. 5).

If supply water is leaking out the ball drip valve the problem could be caused by damage to the

Model DDX Deluge Valve’s seal faceplate subassembly (#5, Fig. 5), seat (#2, Fig. 5), or lower seat O-ring (#11, Fig. 5). The following section provides instructions to correct both conditions:

A.

Shut down the valve controlling the water supply to the Deluge Valve and open the main drain valve B (Fig. 6). Open the water column drain valve H (Fig. 6). Close the

B.

push rod chamber supply valve A (Fig. 6) and open the Model B Manual Emergency

Station D (Fig. 6).

Remove the Deluge Valve’s front (handhold) cover (#4, Fig. 5) and inspect the seat (#2,

Fig. 5), clapper (#3, Fig. 5), and seal faceplate subassembly (#5, Fig. 5) for damage.

If inspection indicates damage to the clapper

(#3, Fig. 5) or seal faceplate subassembly (#5,

Fig. 5) only, then the clapper subassembly can be removed as follows:

At the rear of the valve, disconnect the water column drain trim section starting with the elbow connector (#14, Fig. 2). Then remove the ¼” globe valve (#62, Fig. 2), followed by the ¾” x

¼” reducing bushing (#23, Fig.2). Remove the retaining ring (handhold cover side) from the clapper hinge pin (#14, Fig. 5) and push this pin through the water column drain line and remove the clapper subassembly. Remove the four retaining screws (#24, Fig. 5) holding the seal faceplate subassembly (#5, Fig. 5). Inspect the clapper (#3, Fig. 5) visually before re-installing.

Apply a small amount of silicone-based lubricant to the four retaining screws. Install a new seal faceplate subassembly. Torque the retaining screws to approximately 40 inch-pounds and reassemble. If the seat (#2, Fig. 5) is damaged or it is suspected that the leakage is through the lower O-ring (#11, Fig. 5), the seat-clapper subassembly is easily removed as a unit as follows:

Using a 5/16” Allen wrench, remove the two 3/8”

NPT pipe plugs (#19 (not shown) Fig. 5) located on the side of the Model DDX Deluge Valve. The seat-clapper subassembly is retained by two locking pins (#17 (not shown) Fig. 5). The centers of these pins have a ¼”-20 threaded hole.

Remove the two locking pins by engaging them with a ¼”-20 screw or threaded rod and pulling them out (The two locking pins are not threaded, so turning them with the attached ¼”-20 screw or threaded rod is not recommended. A proven method is to use ¼”-20 threaded rod with a locknut on the unassembled end. Grab hold of the locknut with pliers or vice-grips and tap the pliers or vice-grips in the direction away from the

Deluge Valve. Doing so should pull the locking pins out of the Deluge Valve.). With the clapper

(#2, Fig. 5) in the closed position (not latched), dislodge the seat-clapper subassembly from the

Valve’s body by inserting two slotted screwdrivers under the lever and clapper mounting ears and pry up until the seat-clapper subassembly is free of its bore. Reach into the valve and grasp the seat-clapper subassembly from the sides.

Lift up and rotate the seat-clapper subassembly through 90 degrees about the centerline axis of the Model DDX Deluge Valve so that the lever side of the seat-clapper subassembly faces the outlet of the Deluge Valve. Rotate the seat-clapper subassembly around the centerline of the

Deluge Valve until the top of the clapper faces the handhold opening and then pull it out clapper hinge-pin side first. Visually examine all components of the seat-clapper subassembly replacing any component that appears damaged. New Orings (#11, Fig. 5) should always be used for reassembly.

Reassembly:

It is likely that the lower seat O-ring (#11, Fig. 5) has remained at the bottom of the Deluge Valve body’s bore. Discard this O-ring and clean the bore. Lubricate the bore with O-ring grease and

14.

3.

place the lower seat O-ring on the step at the bottom of the bore, verifying that it is in full contact with the bore. Lubricate the bottom step and upper seat O-ring (#11, Fig. 5) of the refurbished seat-clapper subassembly. Insert the seat-clapper subassembly into the handhold opening of the Deluge Valve lever-first, rotating it until the lever side faces the outlet of the Deluge Valve.

Rotate the seat-clapper subassembly until the lever (#7, Fig. 5) faces the push rod (#20, Fig.

5), then drop the seat-clapper subassembly into the Deluge Valve’s bore. Verify that the seatclapper subassembly is in the fully down position and check to see that the lever lines up with the push rod. Adjust if necessary. Clean and lubricate the two locking pins (#17 (not shown)

Fig. 5) with O-ring lubricant and drive them into the Deluge Valve body. Then reinstall the 3/8”

NPT pipe plugs (#19 (not shown) Fig. 5). Reassemble the handhold cover and set up the Model

DDX Deluge Valve as per the section “Resetting the Single Interlock Preaction System.”

Leakage out of the push rod chamber vent hole:

A small bleed hole is located on the underside of the push rod chamber (see Fig. 5). If there is air or water leakage coming out of this hole, do the following: a) Shut down the valve controlling water supply to the

Deluge Valve. Relieve the inlet pressure by opening the main drain valve B (Fig. 6). Close the valve A

(Fig. 6) that supplies water to the push rod chamber, and open the Model B Manual Emergency Station, valve D (Fig. 6).

b) Remove the trim at the unions nearest to the push rod chamber cover (#8, Fig. 5).

c) Take the push rod chamber cover (#8, Fig. 5) off by removing the six retaining screws (#29, Fig. 5).

CONDITION ONE (Water coming out of the bleed

hole):

Water coming out of the bleed hole is caused by a leaking diaphragm (#34, Fig. 5). Visually inspect the push rod chamber cover (#8, Fig. 5) and piston (#18,

Fig. 5) to determine what could have damaged the diaphragm and correct. Install a new diaphragm.

NOTE: The diaphragm has two different surfaces, it is not bi-directional. It will fail if installed backwards!

Roll the diaphragm so that the smooth surface (the pressure side) conforms to the inside of the push rod chamber cover and reassemble the six retaining screws (#29, Fig. 5) with an installation torque of 15 foot-pounds. Set up the Model DDX Deluge Valve as per the section “Resetting the Single Interlock Preaction System.”

CONDITION TWO (System Air coming out of the

bleed hole):

System air coming out of the bleed hole is caused by a defective O-ring assembled to the push rod guide

(#21, Fig. 5). Remove the piston-push rod subassembly, push rod spring (#32, Fig. 5), and push rod guide

(#21, Fig. 5). Verify by hand turning, that the push rod cannot be unscrewed from the piston. Replace all O-rings and the push rod guide. The correct installation torque for the push rod guide is 35 inchpounds. CAUTION: Do not over-tighten the push rod guide. Reassemble the components that were initially removed. Re-install the diaphragm (#34, Fig.

5) if it appears to be in good shape, otherwise, replace it also. NOTE: The diaphragm has two different surfaces, it is not bi-directional. It will fail if installed backwards! Roll the diaphragm so that the smooth surface (the pressure side) conforms to the inside of the push rod chamber cover and reassemble the six retaining screws (#29, Fig. 5) with an installation torque of 165 inch-pounds. Set up the Model DDX

Deluge Valve as per the section “Resetting the Single

Interlock Preaction System.”

15.

Ordering Information

Specify

•

Valve Model & Size — 4”(100mm) Model DDX Deluge Valve (P/N 6103040026), 6”(150mm) Model DDX Deluge

Valve (P/N 6103060024), 165mm Model DDX Deluge Valve (P/N 6103060028).

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Trim — The trim set is available in individual parts, in time-saving segmentally assembled kit forms, or fully assembled to the Model DDX Deluge Valve with or without a control valve.

•

Solenoid Valve —175 psi (12,1 bar) or 250 psi (17,2 bar) Rated. Explosion-Proof Solenoid Valve available upon request.

12

11

10

6

7

8

9

5

1

2

3

4

Trim Part Numbers

4” (100mm)

Valve

6” (150mm)

Valve

175 psi (12,1 bar)

Rated Solenoid Valve

250 psi (17,2 bar)

Rated Solenoid Valve

{

{ Trim Confi gurations

Fully Assembled to DDX Valve w/Control Valve

Fully Assembled to DDX Valve w/o Control Valve

Segmentally Assembled (DDX Valve Sold Separately)

Individual Parts (DDX Valve Sold Separately)

Fully Assembled to DDX Valve w/Control Valve

Fully Assembled to DDX Valve w/o Control Valve

Segmentally Assembled (DDX Valve Sold Separately)

Individual Parts (DDX Valve Sold Separately)

6505040230

6505040231

6505040240

6505040241

6505060230

6505060231

6503001707

6503001706

6505060240

6505060241

6503001709

6503001708

165mm Valve

Not Available

6505065231

Not Available

6505065241

Note: For metric installations, a 2” NPT x R2, ISO 7/1 x Close Nipple (Reliable P/N 98543401) is sold Separately as an adapter for the single drain outlet of the trims.

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Additional Equipment (Refer to Fig. 7)

Item

No.

Component Part Mfr.

Description Technical Bulletin

Water Supply Control Valve

Tamper Switch (Optional) for OS&Y Valve

(Optional) for Butterfly Valve

Deluge Valve

Single Interlock Trim Kit

Waterflow Alarm Pressure Switch

Select

D

B

B

D

OS&Y, 4”(100mm), 6” (150mm) or 165mm

Butterfly, 4”(100mm), 6” (150mm) or 165mm

Model OS&Y2

Model P1BV2

Model DDX, 4”(100mm), 6” (150mm) or 165mm

Refer to Parts List in this Bulletin

Model EPS10-2 (DPDT, UL, FM)

Model EPSA10-2 (DPDT, ULC)

-

-

System Sensor A05-0196

System Sensor A05-0197

Reliable 510 / 511

Reliable 727

System Sensor A05-0176

Reliable

612 / 613

Mechanical Alarm (Optional) B Model C

Releasing / Control Panel

Batteries

Optional Accessories

Alarm Annunciator

Trouble Annunciator

Manual Emergency Station (Elec.)

C

A

A

A

Model PFC-4410-RC

12 VDC, 12 AMP Hours (90 Hours Backup) FM

12 VDC, 7 AMP Hours (60 Hours Backup)

CA2Z (Class A Wiring Module for Initiating Circuits)

CAM (Class A Wiring Module for Indicating Circuits)

ARM-1 / ARM-2 (Auxiliary Relay Module)

RA-4410-RC (Remote Annunciator)

Model SSM24-8 24 VDC / Polarized Bell

Model SSM24-10 24 VDC / Polarized Bell

Model MA24-D 24 VDC / Polarized Sounder

Model MASS24LO 24 VDC / Polarized Sounder Strobe

Model SSM24-6 24 VDC / Polarized Bell

Model MA24-D 24 VDC / Polarized Sounder

Model BNG-1 (SPDT) 1 & 2 Area Detection

Model BNG-1F (DPDT) Cross Zoned Detection

Smoke, Heat Detectors, etc.

Reliable 700

Reliable 700

Reliable 700

Detection Various

Potter 5403550

Reliable 700

Reliable 722

Reliable 110, 117, 131,

136, etc.

Sprinklers B Closed Type

Model B Air Compressor Panel

Model C Pressure Maintenance Device

Supervisory Air Pressure Supply B Reliable 252

System Equipment Manufacturers

A) Notifier

(B) The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc.

(C) Potter Electric Signal Company

(D) System Sensor

16.

17.

VALVE

4” (100mm)

6” (150mm)

& 165mm

A

5 1 /

4

(133)

6 1 /

4

(159)

B

6 3 /

4

(171)

7 3 /

4

(197)

C

9 1 /

2

(241)

10 1 /

2

(267)

Installation Dimensions in Inches (mm)

*D

14

(355)

16

(406)

E

25 1 /

4

(641)

26 1 /

4

(667)

F

27 1 /

2

(699)

29 1 /

2

(749)

G

8 1 /

2

(216)

8 1 /

2

(216)

H

6

(152)

6

(152)

J

5½

(140)

5½

(140)

K

8 1 /

2

(216)

8 1 /

2

(216)

L

13½

(343)

13½

(343)

M

2 1 /

2

(64)

3 1 /

4

(83)

* Total take out dimension for Fully Assembled to DDX Valve w/Control Valve Confi gurations:

4” - 20 7 /

16

, 6” - 23

3 /

4

” ”, 165 mm - N/A.

N

6 1 /

4

(159)

8 3 /

4

(222)

P

7

(178)

6 1 /

2

(165)

Q

12

(305)

12 1 /

2

(218)

18.

SOLENOID VALVE INSPECTIONS, TESTS AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING: THE OWNER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR MAINTAINING THE FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM IN PROPER

OPERATING CONDITION. ANY SYSTEM MAINTENANCE OR TESTING THAT INVOLVES PLACING A CONTROL

VALVE OR DETECTION SYSTEM OUT OT SERVICE MAY ELIMINATE THE FIRE PROTECTION OF THAT SYSTEM.

PRIOR TO PROCEEDING, NOTIFY ALL AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION. CONSIDERATION SHOULD BE

GIVEN TO EMPLOYMENT OF A FIRE PATROL IN THE AFFECTED AREA.

WARNING: PRIOR TO OPERATING THE SOLENOID VALVE, BE SURE TO CLOSE THE SYS-

TEM CONTROL VALVE TO AVOID UNINTENTIONAL OPERATION OF THE DELUGE VALVE

1.

2.

3.

Inspections: It is imperative that the system be inspected and tested in accordance with NFPA 25 on a regular basis. The frequency of the inspections may vary due to contaminated water supplies, corrosive water supplies, or corrosive atmospheres. In addition, the alarm devices, detection systems, or other connected trim may require a more frequent schedule. Refer to the system description and applicable codes for minimum requirements.

The valve must be inspected at least monthly for cracks, corrosion, leakage, etc., and cleaned, repaired, or replaced, or replaced as necessary.

If leakage is suspected through the solenoid valve, the valve diaphragms and seats should be inspected and if necessary, repaired or replaced.

WARNING: CLOSE SYSTEM CONTROL VALVE, TURN OFF POWER SUPPLY, AND DEPRES-

SURIZE VALVE BEFORE DISASSEMBLING VALVE. IT IS NOT NECESSARY TO REMOVE

THE VALVE FROM THE PIPE LINE TO MAKE INSPECTIONS.

4.

5.

6.

7.

When lubricating valve components, use high grade silicone grease (Dow Corning® 111 Compound Lubricant or equal).

When reassembling, tighten parts to torque values indicated in the manufacturer’s maintenance instructions

(packed with valve).

After maintenance is completed, operate the valve a few times to be sure of proper operation. A metallic “click” signifies the solenoid is operating.

All service must be performed by qualified personnel. Upon completion of inspections or replacement of the valve, the entire system must be checked for proper operation. See appropriate system description and testing instructions for additional information.

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