Kidde Fire Systems FM-200 ECS Series User Manual

2-1
FM-200
®
ECS Series Engineered Fire Suppression Systems
September 2004 90-FM200M-000
CHAPTER 2
OPERATION
2-1 INTRODUCTION
This chapter describes the controls and indicators for
the Kidde FM-200
®
ECS Series Engineered Fire Sup-
pression System.
2-2 SYSTEM CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
2-2.1 General
Compressed FM-200 liquid is held in the cylinder by a dis-
charge valve. When the discharge valve is actuated by a
control head, the valve piston is displaced and the com-
pressed liquid escapes through the discharge port of the
valve and is directed through the distribution piping to the
nozzles. The nozzles provide the proper flow rate and dis-
tribution of FM-200.
2-2.2 Operating Procedures
2-2.2.1 AUTOMATIC OPERATION
When a system is operated automatically by means of a
detection and control system, everyone must evacuate the
hazard area promptly upon hearing the predischarge alarm.
Make sure no one enters the hazard area. Call the fire de-
partment immediately.
2-2.2.2 REMOTE MANUAL OPERATION
Operate as follows:
1. Proceed to the appropriate remote manual pull station
for the hazard.
2. Operate the manual pull station.
3. Leave the hazard area immediately.
4. Allow no one to enter the hazard area. Call the fire de-
partment immediately.
Note: The above instructions must be displayed in the
protected area.
2-2.2.3 LOCAL MANUAL OPERATION
CAUTION
!
Manual control is not part of normal system
actuation and should only be used in an
emergency as a last resort.
1. Proceed to appropriate FM-200 cylinder for the hazard.
2. Remove the safety pull pin from the cylinder control head.
3. Operate the lever, following the instructions on the le-
ver or control head nameplate.
4. Leave the hazard area immediately.
5. Allow no one to enter the hazard area. Call the fire de-
partment immediately.
2-2.3 Post-Fire Operation
After an FM-200 discharge, qualified fire suppression sys-
tem maintenance personnel must perform post-fire main-
tenance as directed in Chapter 6 of this manual. Observe
all warnings, especially those pertaining to the length of
elapsed time before entering the hazard area.
WARNING
!
Do not enter a hazard area with an open flame
or lighted smoking materials. Flammable
vapors may cause reignition or explosion.
Ensure the fire is completely extinguished
before ventilating the area. Before permitting
anyone to enter the hazard area, ventilate the
area thoroughly or use a self-contained
breathing apparatus.
2-2.4 Cylinder Recharge
Recharge all FM-200 and nitrogen pilot cylinders immedi-
ately after use. Return all cylinders to a Kidde Distributor or
other qualified refill agency. Refill in accordance with the
procedures outlined in Chapter 6 of this manual.

Kidde Fire Systems FM-200 ECS Series Specifications

General

Brand	Kidde Fire Systems
Model	FM-200 ECS Series
Category	Firefighting Equipment
Language	English