P/N 96-FE13MA-001 October 2002 FE-13 ™ Fire Suppression Systems Owner’s Manual R LISTED UL Listing File No.
P/N 96-FE13MA-001 October 2002 FE-13 ™ Fire Suppression Systems Owner’s Manual
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FOREWORD This manual is written for those who own or are responsible for Kidde® FE-13™ Fire Suppression System cylinders. IMPORTANT Kidde assumes no responsibility for the application of any systems other than those addressed in this manual. The technical data contained herein is limited strictly for information purposes only. Kidde believes this data to be accurate, but it is published and presented without any guarantee or warranty whatsoever.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Foreword ....................................................................................................................................................... i Installation Form ............................................................................................................................................ v Safety Summary ............................................................................................................................................
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ATTENTION INSTALLER This form must be signed by the system owner indicating that he/she has received a copy of this Owner’s Manual P/N 96-FE13MA-001. Have the system installer fill-out this form. Note: Retain a copy of this form for your records. 1.
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SAFETY SUMMARY Safety precautions are essential whenever electrical or mechanical equipment is involved. Take precautions when handling, servicing, and charging FE-13™ fire suppression systems cylinders. Using this equipment with the respect and caution demanded will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. If safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury or property damage may occur. The following symbols are used throughout this manual. Always heed these precautions.
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FE-13™ Fire Suppression System Owner's Manual CHAPTER 1 GENERAL INFORMATION NAME OF KIDDE DISTRIBUTOR IS: 1-1 INTRODUCTION ________________________________________________ This document is provided to instruct and familiarize the owner with the Kidde® FE-13™ Fire Suppression System.
FE-13™ Fire Suppression System Owner's Manual 1-3 SAFETY CAP 1-5 FE-13 suppression agent is a compound of carbon, fluorine and hydrogen (trifluoromethane CHF3). In its normal state, FE-13 is a colorless, odorless gas, which is electrically nonconductive. The agent is stored as a liquid under pressure. ! WARNING These instructions must be followed in the exact sequence as written to prevent serious injury, death and/or property damage.
FE-13™ Fire Suppression System Owner's Manual CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE 2-1 The following items must be checked after the system is installed: INTRODUCTION The FE-13™ Fire Suppression System is designed to discharge a specific amount of FE-13 through nozzles located within the hazard area. The amount of FE-13 necessary for the system has been carefully calculated to meet strict requirements set by Underwriters Laboratories and the National Fire Protection Association.
FE-13™ Fire Suppression System Owner's Manual 2-5 Read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual and on the container nameplates. Review these instructions with employees semi-annually, or more frequently. Place this manual in an accessible area near the FE-13 system for ready reference. Post the name, phone number and address of the Kidde distributor near the telephone. Also, post the emergency telephone number of the fire department and the building street address near all telephones.
FE-13™ Fire Suppression System Owner's Manual APPENDIX A MATERIAL SAFETY DATASHEETS October 2002 A-1 96-FE13MA-001
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The MSDS format adheres to the standards and regulatory requirements of the United States and may not meet regulatory requirements in other countries.
3017FR DuPont Material Safety Data Sheet Page 2 (HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION - Continued) temporary alteration of the heart’s electrical activity with irregular pulse, palpitations, or inadequate circulation. Individuals with preexisting diseases of the central nervous or cardiovascular system may have increased susceptibility to the toxicity of excessive exposures. Eye or skin contact with the liquid may cause frostbite.
3017FR DuPont Material Safety Data Sheet Page 3 (FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES - Continued) Fire and Explosion Hazards: Containers may rupture under fire conditions. may occur. Decomposition Contact of welding or soldering torch flame with high concentrations of refrigerant can result in visible changes in the size and color of torch flames.
3017FR DuPont Material Safety Data Sheet Page 4 (ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES - Continued) Accidental Release Measures Material evaporates at atmospheric pressure (vaporizes). Ventilate area, especially low places where heavy vapors might collect. Remove open flames. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) for large spills or when a release occurs.
3017FR DuPont Material Safety Data Sheet Exposure Limits FE-13 PEL (OSHA) TLV (ACGIH) AEL * (DuPont) Page 5 : None Established : None Established : 1000 ppm, 8 & 12 Hr. TWA * AEL is DuPont’s Acceptable Exposure Limit. Where governmentally imposed occupational exposure limits which are lower than the AEL are in effect, such limits shall take precedence.
3017FR DuPont Material Safety Data Sheet Page 6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ---------------------------------------------------------------------Animal Data Inhalation 4-hour LC50: >663,000 ppm in rats HFC-23 is untested for skin and eye irritancy, and for animal sensitization.
3017FR DuPont Material Safety Data Sheet Page 7 (TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION - Continued) Shipping Containers Cylinders Ton Tanks Tank Trucks ---------------------------------------------------------------------REGULATORY INFORMATION ---------------------------------------------------------------------U.S. Federal Regulations TSCA Inventory Status : Reported/Included.
3017FR DuPont Material Safety Data Sheet Page (Continued) This information is based upon technical information believed to be reliable. It is subject to revision as additional knowledge and experience is gained.
TECHNICAL MANUAL USER FEEDBACK FORM (Use this report to indicate deficiencies, user remarks and recommendations relating to the publication. Fold on dotted line, tape and mail to KIDDE-FENWAL, Inc., 400 Main Street, Ashland, MA 01721, Attn. Documentation Manager or FAX to 508-881-8920) DATE: 1. PART NUMBER 2. VOLUME NO. 3. TITLE (NOMENCLATURE) 4. CHANGE NO. OR REV. DATE 5. SYSTEM/EQUIPMENT 6. PRIORITY OF COMMENT 7. USER EVALUATION MANUAL IS: 8.
FOLD Place Stamp Here KIDDE-FENWAL, Inc. 400 Main Street Ashland, MA 01721 Attn.
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT Kidde-Fenwal, Inc. represents that this product is free from defects in material and workmanship, and it will repair or replace any product or part thereof which proves to be defective in workmanship or material for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of purchase but not to exceed eighteen (18) months after shipment by Kidde-Fenwal Inc.
