Fire Control Panel
FP-C2
Rev 7.0
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5.
Installation of FirePro Generators
FirePro Condensed Aerosol Fire Extinguishing System Arrangement.
FirePro units and system components installed to allow inspection and maintenance.
Locate FirePro units where they are not exposed to mechanical damage, exposed to chemicals, or weather
conditions, that may render them inoperative. Protective provisions shall be adopted, if necessary.
FirePro units shall be securely installed. Use heavy duty brackets where necessary. Brackets should be capable
of handling the risk environment, including vibration.
FirePro units must be installed at NOT less than the minimum safe distances as
specified in the design calculations.
Means for prompt rescue of any trapped personnel shall be provided, including:
Adequate aisle ways/routes of exit.
Alarms
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audible and visual, that operate immediately on detection of the fire.
Signs in accordance with relevant standards for the installation.
System components shall be positioned to the minimum clearances from
energized electrical parts as per: AS 4487 and AS 3000.
Handling and Storage - when handling the Condensed Aerosol Generators do
not:
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Disassemble the unit
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Carry out any welding work in the vicinity of the fire
extinguishing system components.
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Exert force or impact which creates physical or
mechanical damage to the casing.
STORAGE and OPERATIONAL CONDITIONS
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Temperature:
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54 and +54°C
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Humidity: maximum 98% RH
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Service life: 15 years (date of manufacture appears on each generator)
Positioning
CORRECT
FP Units directing the aerosol stream away from opening
INCORRECT
FP units are directing the stream towards the opening.
