8-2 September 2004
Argonite
®
Engineered Fire Suppression System
38-KFSARG-000
8-2 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE, TEST AND SERVICE ANNUALLY
8-2.1 Hoses
Examine all hoses for signs of damage or wear. Replace if suspect. Additionally, all hoses
must be hydrostatically tested every 5 years.
8-2.2 Selector Valve (if used)
If used, the selector valve should be manually activated and the operation of the optional
selector valve limit switch observed (if used). Signal to be initiated on control panel.
Replace the microswitch if found to be defective.
8-2.3 Distribution Pipe Network and Nozzles
All pipework and nozzles should be visually inspected for any signs of damage, deterioration
or obstruction.
Nozzles should be checked for any signs of blockage and cleaned if appropriate. Any
paint or lacquer shall be removed.
8-2.4 Protected Room
At least every twelve months, the protected room shall be thoroughly inspected to
determine if changes to the volume, penetrations or leakages have occurred that could
adversely affect the extinguishing performance of the system.
Where the integrity inspection indicates that changes in the conditions could result in an
inability to maintain the extinguishing concentration, they shall be corrected or the system
redesigned to provide the original degree of protection.
8-2.5 Pressure Testing of Argonite Cylinders
All cylinders must be removed, pressure tested and recertified as required by the authorities
having jurisdiction.
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