Kidde Fire Systems Argonite

8-8 September 2004
Argonite
®
Engineered Fire Suppression System
38-KFSARG-000
8-7 TROUBLESHOOTING
8-7.1 Low Pressure in Cylinder
Should low pressure be indicated, the cause may be due to one of the following conditions:
 The cylinder valve handwheel is slightly open, partially releasing the contents.
Action:
Check that the valve is seating correctly (fully clockwise) and that the seal on
handwheel is intact.
 The cylinder pressure is dependent on ambient temperature, thus a lower ambient
temperature will cause a drop in pressure.
Action:
Check/confirm the ambient temperature of the cylinders.
8-7.2 Leaking Pressure Gauge Unit
 Check the connection swivel nut, the gauge connection and the plug using leak
detection liquid.
Action:
If leakage is detected at the swivel connection, dismantle and replace the O-ring
(P/N 38-509870-001).
 Leakage detected at gauge connection and plug.
Action:
Contact Kidde Fire Systems Field Service Department, or authorized distributor,
immediately.
8-7.3 Leaking Pressure Gauge/Solenoid Valve Unit
 Check the connection swivel nut, the gauge connection and the solenoid valve
connection using leak detection liquid.
Action:
If leakage is detected at the swivel connection, dismantle and replace the O-ring
(P/N 38-509870-001).
 Leakage is detected at the gauge connection and/or solenoid valve.
Action:
Contact Kidde Fire Systems Field Service Department, or authorized distributor,
immediately.