Kidde Fire Systems Argonite User Manual

6-5
July 2004
Argonite
®
Engineered Fire Suppression System
38-KFSARG-000
6-4 ELECTRICAL ACTIVATION
One solenoid valve (primary completer kit) can be used to actuate up to a maximum of 100
cylinders. When the number of system cylinders exceeds 100, two solenoid valves (two primary
completer kits) must be used.
6-5 MANIFOLDS
Kidde Fire Systems does not supply manifolds or manifold components, except where noted.
Manifold assemblies must be designed, as a minimum, in accordance with ASME B31.1, Power
Piping code, NFPA 2001 and all state and local codes. The calculated thickness of the piping and
the strength of fittings shall be based on the maximum internal working pressures anticipated.
For single cylinder systems, an Adapter (P/N 38-509828-001) is required to connect the
discharge hose (BSP) directly to the Schedule 160 manifold pipe (NPT).
For multiple cylinder systems, a Check Valve (P/N 38-509833-001) is required to connect each
discharge hose (BSP) to the manifolds welded thredolets (NPT).
Note: Check valves allow for the Argonite system to function properly if cylinders are
disconnected from the manifold. Check valves will seal under normal working pressures,
but may leak at pressures less than 700 PSIG (48 bar).
Test caps (P/N 38-509865-001) may be used to seal Check Valves, if required.
The examples below are provided for informational purposes only.
3 CYLINDER END OUTLET MANIFOLD
WITH 1/2" BSP CHECK VALVES
8CYLINDERCENTEROUTLETMANIFOLD
WITH 1/2" BSP CHECK VALVES
Figure 6-6. One Row Manifold Example
3 OR 4 CYLINDER - 2 ROW
END OUTLET MANIFOLD
7 OR 8 CYLINDER - 2 ROW
CENTER OUTLET MANIFOLD
Figure 6-7. Two Row Manifold Example

Kidde Fire Systems Argonite Specifications

General

Brand	Kidde Fire Systems
Model	Argonite
Category	Fire Alarms
Language	English