AF-X Fireblocker BL, Design, Installation, Operation, And Maintenance Manual

Page 1: ...1 User Manual AF X Fireblocker November 2015 version 1 Design Installation Operation and Maintenance Manual AF X Fireblocker Nano Series Date 01 09 2020 Version 3 5 ...

Page 2: ... af x com E mail Info af x com Lay out In accordance with NEN 5509 This manual is the manufacturer s design installation operating and maintenance instruction manual for detailed instructions for correct usage and maintenance Please read this user manual carefully before installing AF X Fireblocker fire extinguishers of the Nano Series The AF X Systems BV general terms and conditions can be retrie...

Page 3: ...on of a multiple generator system 8 5 2 AF X MCU Monitoring Control Unit 9 5 4 AF X Fireblocker design parameters 9 5 5 AF X Fireblocker Aerosol behaviour 9 5 6 Calculation of quantity and type 10 5 7 Projection of the generators within the area 11 5 8 Mounting guidelines AF X Fireblocker extinguishing generators 14 5 9 Measures after activation of the extinguishing system 15 6 0 Storage and trans...

Page 4: ...ystems BV or on the website www af x com User Manual AF X Fireblocker Nano Series version 3 5 4 Signs to indicate prohibitions mandatory actions and cautions used in this manual PROHIBITION Beware No switching off No switching on MANDATORY ACTION Foot protection respiratory protection MANDATORY ACTION Attention important Eye protection Head protection Hand protection Unplug disconnect CAUTION Frag...

Page 5: ...re in force All standards can be subject to revision however parties entering into agreements based on this document are therefore recommended to ascertain that they are using these standards latest versions AF X Fireblocker has been designed developed and built in accordance with the guidelines of the following standards International standards ISO 15779 European standards CEN TR 15276 US standar...

Page 6: ...nformation in this manual AF X Systems BV will not accept any responsibility for any damage caused by the AF X Fireblocker system 2 0 Scope AF X Fireblocker is based on a condensed aerosol and designed to be part of a total flooding fire extinguishing system Precondition for powerful performance is the unit s connection to and activation by an effective fire detection system Rapid detection and re...

Page 7: ...g elements and discharged into the protected area blocking the fire by stopping the combustion chain reaction Activation simultaneously triggers other chemical reactions ensuring a final product that is harmless to man matter and the environment Schematic illustration of the AF X Fireblocker with its 6 key components 1 Connector to ensure quick installation 2 Patented extinguishing agent to ensure...

Page 8: ... generator A standalone AF X Fireblocker generator can be activated by means of a thermal circuit For this the AF X Bimetal Switch can be used A standalone system cannot be larger than the max coverage volume of the generator Please note that equipment used for heating or welding and other sources of energy might provoke activation of the fire extinguishing generator if the self activation tempera...

Page 9: ...trol Panel FECP is distributed correctly throughout the multiple generator system the monitoring and control units were developed The AF X MCU provides connection from the Kentec XT AX T or the Honeywell Notifier RP1r SURPA fire control panel to the AF X Fireblockers A maximum of 18 AF X MCU s can be connected to each extinguishing line A maximum of 2 AF X Fireblockers on each MCU 5 4 AF X Fireblo...

Page 10: ... of aerosol in the system shall be at least sufficient for the largest single hazard or group of hazards that are to be protected against simultaneously The mass of extinguishant required to achieve the design application density shall be calculated from Formula M ρ V where m is the total flooding quantity in g ρ is design application density in g m3 may need to be adjusted to compensate for any s...

Page 11: ... locations where personnel can be situated the minimum thermal clearance should refer to the temperature not exceeding 75 C Ø for locations where combustible materials or equipment can be situated the minimum thermal clearance should refer to the temperature not exceeding 200 C Ø for locations where non combustible equipment can be situated the minimum thermal clearance should refer to the tempera...

Page 12: ...pening directed downwards If a free downward outflow is not possible the generators can be mounted on the ceiling also with the discharge opening directed downwards 5 Generators need to be positioned in such a way that all discharged aerosol is dispersed unhampered and in full in the area to be protected This also implies that the generators always need to be projected towards unobstructed space a...

Page 13: ...a height of less than 1m generators should preferably discharge horizontally Horizontal discharge in areas lower than 1m 7 In an area higher than 1m generators should preferably discharge downwards at an angle cf drawing Downward discharge in areas higher than 1m 8 In areas up to a hight of 8 m generators should be placed in the meter of space directly below the ceiling For areas higher than 8 m c...

Page 14: ...on e De AF X Fireblocker generators are standard equipped with an IP55 female connector chassis see relevant product drawing Using the proper tools the installer must equip the control cable with a cable gland a hood and a male inlay that AF X Systems supplies f The AF X Fireblocker is delivered with a short circuit safety between the poles 1 and 2 of the female inlay in the connector This prevent...

Page 15: ...closed for a minimum of 30 minutes Though longer is better as it will allow for heated materials to cool down to safe temperatures Allowing air with new free radicals to come into the protected area might increase or restart the fire if temperatures are still too high b After extinguishing please contact your dealer immediately so that proper advice on the reconditioning and restoring of the prote...

Page 16: ...electric contacts fixed bolts and generators casing Please be aware that the extinguishant contains materials that have a relatively low melting temperature These materials increase the extinguishant s efficiency but it is therefore important to always ensure that the AF X Fireblocker is not exposed to temperatures that are outside the normal operating temperature range of 10 and 50 degrees Celsiu...

Page 17: ...n before entering the room Although the aerosol in itself is harmless ventilate the area for at least 30 minutes after activation Do not enter the area until after it is sufficiently ventilated To avoid any unwanted side effects remove the residue within a couple of hours Vacuum the dry residue from the floor and metals using a vacuum cleaner Dust the residue from electric parts using a fan or ven...

Page 18: ...nnex 3 of this manual Use original or similar packaging with foam blocks and necessary stickers 8 5 Waste and the environment After activation and subsequent disassembly the AF X Fireblocker can be handed in to a registered waste processing company in accordance with local laws and regulations In case the extinguishing units have not been activated and the extinguishing agent is still present in t...

Page 19: ... with 1 3 3 2 Ohm resistance Activation current 1 0 Ampere for 1 2 seconds 6 36 Volt DC Test current 0 04 Ampere within 5 minutes Service life 15 years Casing material Type 316 grade stainless steel Ingress Protection Rating IP55 Discharge time in seconds 60 Outflow Length in meters projection 1 5 1 5 5 5 Discharge openings 1 1 1 1 Minimum installation height horizontally 30 cm 30 cm 100 cm 100 cm...

Page 20: ...istributor dealer AF X Systems BV or on the website www af x com User Manual AF X Fireblocker Nano Series version 3 5 20 Annex 2 AF X Fireblocker Production Label All AF X Fireblocker generators hold a production sticker like the one in this annex When making reference to a specific generator please use the Serial number together with the Production code as referred to in the lower left corner of ...

Page 21: ...uri celex 3A32015R0830 0 2 General requirements for compiling a safety data sheet 0 2 1 The safety data sheet shall enable users to take the necessary measures relating to protection of human health and safety at the workplace and protection of the environment The writer of the safety data sheet shall consider that a safety data sheet must inform its audience of the hazards of a substance or a mix...

Page 22: ...n placed in extinguishing Units Synonyms Fire Extinguisher unit 1 2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Main use category Industrial use professional use consumer use Use of substance mixture Fire Extinguisher Remark relevant uses Dry Fire Extinguisher suitable for confined area s e g engine rooms technical areas server rooms for computers cargo compartmen...

Page 23: ...ve clothing eye protection face protection P370 P380 In case of fire Evacuate area 2 3 Other hazards Extinguishing Agent Mixture and Generator Risk of burn injuries in case of direct contact with the surface of the generator when heated by activation Unconsciousness due to inhaling aerosols when generator has been activated Do not handle device shortly after ignition because of heated device SECTI...

Page 24: ...irst aid measures In general in case of doubt or if symptoms persist always call a physician Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person In case of breaking or opening of a generator evacuate people from the contaminated area and provide maximum ventilation If inhaled Inhalation of gas after ignition Bring victim to well ventilated area Ventilate area Consult a physician If inhaled Inhal...

Page 25: ... and if possible remove them into safety Do not move the load if already exposed to excessive heat Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire Protection during firefighting Do not breathe fumes Fire fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self contained breathing apparatus SCBA with a full face piece operated in positive pressure mode Clothing for fire fighters including he...

Page 26: ... surfaces with an excess of water Wash clothing and equipment after handling Special cleaning advise for the dry or iced cleaning of sensitive electronics can be obtained at the AF X Systems technical department Other information Do not wash out with water in a sensitive environment Dispose the product depending on the degree and type of contamination in an authorized waste disposal site 6 4 Refer...

Page 27: ...sparks and no smoking Special rules on packaging Meet the legal requirements Keep packaging closed when not in use Do not store in unlabeled containers 7 3 Specific end use s Consult the identified uses in the User Manual of this product SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS PERSONAL PROTECTION 8 1 Control parameters most critical National and International limits Not applicable 8 2 Exposure controls 8 2 1 ...

Page 28: ...piratory protection Carry operations in the open under local exhaust ventilation or with respiratory protection to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure levels Dust production dust mask with filter type P2 Where risk assessment shows air purifying respirators are appropriate use a full face particle respirator type N100 US or type P3 EN 143 respirator cartridges as a backup to engineerin...

Page 29: ...d in the Users and Installation Manual of the product 10 2 Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions section 7 and in correct usage as prescribed in the Users and Installation Manual of the product 10 3 Conditions to avoid High humidity above 95 temperatures 50 0 C 10 3 Materials to avoid Strong reducing agents powdered metals strong acids and bases 10 4 Hazardous decompositio...

Page 30: ... INFORMATION 12 1 Toxicity Individual components of the content show toxicity to the environment 12 2 Persistence and degradability No data available 12 3 Bio accumulative potential No data available 12 4 Mobility in soil No data available 12 5 PBT and vPvB assessment No data available 12 6 Other adverse effects No data available SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS 13 1 Waste treatment methods Prod...

Page 31: ...14 2 UN proper shipping name Proper Shipping Name SAFETY DEVICES electrically initiated 14 3 Transport hazard class Class UN 9 Hazard labels UN Not applicable 14 4 Packing group Packing group UN Not applicable 14 5 Environmental hazards Other information See section 12 14 6 Special precautions for user The protective measures listed in section 6 7 and 8 have to be considered 14 7 Transport in bulk...

Page 32: ...Data sources BIG database ECHA website Information on Registered Substances Handbook of Chemistry and Physics CRC Press Inc Information of the suppliers Text of H code s R phrase s and hazard codes mentioned in Section 3 H228 Flammable solid P210 Keep away from heat hot surfaces sparks open flames and other ignition sources No smoking P280 Wear protective gloves protective clothing eye protection ...

Page 33: ...ies is a product of AF X Systems BV Amsterdam The Netherlands This Safety Data Sheet is prepared by AF X Systems BV in close cooperation and based on the data as supplied by Aerospace Propulsion Products BV part of Ariane Group Aerospace Propulsion Products BV produces this fire extinguishing gas generators exclusively for AF X Systems BV Doc reference AER SP 002 issue 2 Email ralph af x com info ...