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SECTION 05 73 00 - DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Post-supported railings with pipe infill.
2. Point-supported, stand-off railings with glass infill.
1.2 PRECONSTRUCTION TESTING
A. Preconstruction Testing Service: Owner will engage a qualified testing agency to perform
preconstruction testing on laboratory mockups.
1. Build laboratory mockups at testing agency facility; use personnel, materials, and
methods of construction that will be used at Project site.
2. Test railings according to ASTM E 894 and ASTM E 935.
1.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For the following:
1. Manufacturer's product lines of railings assembled from standard components.
2. Grout, anchoring cement, and paint products.
B. Shop Drawings: Include plans, elevations, sections, details, and attachments to other work.
C. Samples: For each type of exposed finish required.
1.4 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS
A. Qualification Data: For qualified testing agency.
B. Product Test Reports: Based on evaluation of comprehensive tests performed by a qualified
testing agency, according to ASTM E 894 and ASTM E 935.
C. Preconstruction test reports.
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Product Options: Information on Drawings and in Specifications establishes requirements for
system's aesthetic effects and performance characteristics. Do not modify intended aesthetic
effects, as judged solely by Architect, except with Architect's approval.
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B. Safety Glazing Labeling: Permanently mark glass with certification label of the SGCC or
manufacturer. Label shall indicate manufacturer's name, type of glass, thickness, and safety
glazing standard with which glass complies.
C. Mockups: Build mockups to verify selections made under sample submittals and to
demonstrate aesthetic effects and set quality standards for fabrication and installation.
1. Build mockups for each form and finish of railing consisting of two posts, top rail, infill
area, and anchorage system components.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. Delegated Design: Design railings, including comprehensive engineering analysis by a qualified
professional engineer in the state of North Carolina, using performance requirements and
design criteria indicated.
1. Design to comply with 2012 North Carolina building code.
B. Structural Performance: Railings shall withstand the effects of gravity loads and the following
loads and stresses within limits and under conditions indicated:
1. Handrails and Top Rails of Guards:
a. Uniform load of 50 lbf/ft. applied in any direction.
b. Concentrated load of 200 lbf applied in any direction.
c. Uniform and concentrated loads need not be assumed to act concurrently.
2. Infill of Guards:
a. Concentrated load of 50 lbf applied horizontally on an area of 1 sq. ft.
b. Infill load and other loads need not be assumed to act concurrently.
3. Glass-Supported Railings: Support each section of top rail by a minimum of three glass
panels or by other means so top rail will remain in place if any one panel fails.
C. Control of Corrosion: Prevent galvanic action and other forms of corrosion by insulating metals
and other materials from direct contact with incompatible materials.
2.2 MANUFACTURERS
A. Basis of design Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide the following:
1. Stainless-Steel Decorative Railings:
a. Viva Railings, LLC; Cube Multiline System.
1) Posts: 4 feet o.c.
2) Top Rail and Handrail: 1 1/2 inch diameter.
3) Infill Rails: 1/2 inch diameter.
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4) Spacing: 4 inches o.c.
2. Glass Infill Railings:
a. Viva Railings, LLC; Shoe System.
1) Stand-offs: 2-inch diameter.
2) Handrail: 1 1/2 inch diameter with brackets.
B. Subject to compliance with requirements, available manufacturers offering products that may be
incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to the following:
1. Stainless Fabricators, Inc.
2. P + P Artec, Inc.
2.3 METALS, GENERAL
A. Brackets, Flanges, and Anchors: Same metal and finish as supported rails unless otherwise
indicated.
2.4 STAINLESS STEEL
A. Tubing: ASTM A 554, Grade MT 304.
B. Pipe: ASTM A 312/A 312M, Grade TP 304.
C. Castings: ASTM A 743/A 743M, Grade CF 8 or CF 20.
D. Sheet, Strip, Plate, and Flat Bar: ASTM A 666, Type 304.
E. Bars and Shapes: ASTM A 276, Type 304.
2.5 GLASS AND GLAZING MATERIALS
A. Laminated Glass: ASTM C 1172, Condition A (uncoated), Type I (transparent flat glass),
Quality-Q3 with two plies of glass and polyvinyl butyral interlayer not less than 0.060 inch thick.
1. Kind: LT (laminated tempered).
2. Glass Color: Clear.
3. Interlayer Color: Clear.
4. Glass Plies for Structural Glass Balusters: Thickness required by structural loads, but not
less than 6.0 mm thick each.
5. Glass Plies for Glass Infill Panels: Thickness required by structural loads, but not less
than 5.0 mm each.
B. Glazing Cement and Accessories for Structural Glazing: Glazing cement, setting blocks, shims,
and related accessories as recommended or supplied by railing manufacturer for installing
structural glazing in metal subrails.
C. Glazing Gaskets for Glass Infill Panels: Glazing gaskets and related accessories recommended
or supplied by railing manufacturer for installing glass infill panels in post-supported railings.
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2.6 FASTENERS
A. Fastener Materials: Unless otherwise indicated, provide the following:
1. Stainless-Steel Components: Type 304 stainless-steel fasteners.
B. Anchors, General: Anchors capable of sustaining, without failure, a load equal to six times the
load imposed when installed in unit masonry and four times the load imposed when installed in
concrete, as determined by testing according to ASTM E 488, conducted by a qualified
independent testing agency.
C. Post-Installed Anchors: Torque-controlled expansion anchors.
2.7 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS
A. Wood Rails: Clear, straight-grained hardwood rails secured to recessed metal subrail.
1. Species: Walnut.
2. Finish: Transparent polyurethane.
3. Staining: Match Architect's sample.
4. Profile: Round, 2-inch diameter.
B. Nonshrink, Nonmetallic Grout: Factory-packaged, nonstaining, noncorrosive, nongaseous grout
complying with ASTM C 1107. Provide grout specifically recommended by manufacturer for
interior and exterior applications.
2.8 FABRICATION
A. General: Fabricate railings to comply with requirements indicated for design, dimensions,
member sizes and spacing, details, finish, and anchorage, but not less than that required to
support structural loads.
B. Connections: Fabricate railings with welded connections unless otherwise indicated.
C. Welded Connections: Cope components at connections to provide close fit, or use fittings
designed for this purpose. Weld all around at connections, including at fittings.
1. At exposed connections, finish exposed welds to comply with NOMMA's "Voluntary Joint
Finish Standards" for Type 1 welds: no evidence of a welded joint.
D. Mechanical Connections: Connect members with concealed mechanical fasteners and fittings.
E. Form changes in direction by bending or by inserting prefabricated elbow fittings.
F. Bend members in jigs to produce uniform curvature for each configuration required; maintain
cross section of member throughout entire bend without buckling, twisting, cracking, or
otherwise deforming exposed surfaces of components.
G. Close exposed ends of hollow railing members with prefabricated end fittings.
H. Provide wall returns at ends of wall-mounted handrails unless otherwise indicated.
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I. Brackets, Flanges, Fittings, and Anchors: Provide wall brackets, flanges, miscellaneous fittings,
and anchors to interconnect railing members to other work unless otherwise indicated.
2.9 GLAZING PANEL FABRICATION
A. General: Fabricate to sizes and shapes required; provide for proper edge clearance and bite on
glazing panels.
1. Clean-cut or flat-grind edges at butt-glazed sealant joints to produce square edges with
slight chamfers at junctions of edges and faces.
2. Grind smooth exposed edges, including those at open joints, to produce square edges
with slight chamfers at junctions of edges and faces.
B. Structural Glass Balusters: Factory-bond glass to aluminum base and top-rail channels in railing
manufacturer's plant using glazing cement to comply with manufacturer's written
specifications, unless field glazing is standard with manufacturer.
C. Structural Balusters: Provide laminated, tempered glass panels for both straight and curved
sections.
D. Infill Panels: Provide laminated glass panels for both straight and curved sections.
2.10 STAINLESS-STEEL FINISHES
A. Directional Satin Finish: No. 4.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Perform cutting, drilling, and fitting required for installing railings. Set railings accurately in
location, alignment, and elevation; measured from established lines and levels and free of rack.
1. Set posts plumb within a tolerance of 1/16 inch in 3 feet.
2. Align rails so variations from level for horizontal members and variations from parallel
with rake of steps and ramps for sloping members do not exceed 1/4 inch in 12 feet.
B. Use steel pipe sleeves preset and anchored into concrete for installing posts. After posts have
been inserted into sleeves, fill annular space between post and sleeve with grout.
C. Form or core-drill holes not less than 5 inches deep and 3/4 inch larger than OD of post for
installing posts in concrete. Clean holes of loose material, insert posts, and fill annular space
between post and concrete with grout.
D. Weld posts to metal surfaces as designed and engineered for this purpose.
E. Anchor railing ends to concrete and masonry with sleeves concealed within railing ends and
anchored to wall construction with anchors and bolts.
F. Attach handrails to walls with wall brackets except where end flanges are used.
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1. Use type of bracket with flange tapped for concealed anchorage to threaded hanger bolt.
2. Locate brackets as indicated or, if not indicated, at spacing required to support structural
loads.
G. Secure wall brackets and railing end flanges to building construction as follows:
1. For concrete and solid masonry anchorage, use drilled-in expansion shields and hanger
or lag bolts.
2. For hollow masonry anchorage, use toggle bolts.
3. For wood stud partitions, use hanger or lag bolts set into wood backing between studs.
4. For steel-framed partitions, fasten brackets with toggle bolts installed through flanges of
steel framing or through concealed steel reinforcements.
H. Post-Supported Glass Railings: Install assembly to comply with railing manufacturer's written
instructions and with requirements in other Part 3 articles. Erect posts and other metal railing
components, then set factory-cut glass panels. Do not cut, drill, or alter glass panels in field.
Protect edges from damage.
3.2 CLEANING
A. Clean aluminum and stainless steel by washing thoroughly with clean water and soap, rinsing
with clean water, and wiping dry.
B. Clean and polish glass as recommended in writing by manufacturer. Wash both exposed
surfaces in each area of Project not more than four days before date scheduled for inspections
that establish date of Substantial Completion.
C. Clean wood rails by wiping with a damp cloth and then wiping dry.
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SECTION 28 31 11 - DIGITAL, ADDRESSABLE FIRE-ALARM SYSTEM
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Fire-alarm control unit.
2. Manual fire-alarm boxes.
3. System smoke detectors.
4. Projected Beam Type detectors.
5. Heat detectors.
6. Notification appliances.
7. Remote annunciator.
8. Addressable interface device.
9. Digital alarm communicator transmitter.
10. System printer.
1.3 CODES AND STANDARDS:
A. ANSI/ASME AII Safety Code for elevators and escalators.
B. Factory Mutual (FM), FM AG Approval Guide
C. NFPA Standards 101, 72, 1221 and 90A, latest edition.
D. National Electrical Code, latest edition.
E. Local Building Code.
F. Requirements of local Fire Departments.
G. UL Publication.
1.4 DEFINITIONS
A. LED: Light-emitting diode.
B. NICET: National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies.
C. FACP: Fire alarm control panel.
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1.5 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. Noncoded, UL-certified addressable system, with multiplexed signal transmission and
voice/strobe evacuation.
1.6 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. Seismic Performance: Fire-alarm control unit and raceways shall withstand the effects of
earthquake motions determined according to SEI/ASCE 7.
1. The term "withstand" means "the unit will remain in place without separation of any parts
from the device when subjected to the seismic forces specified and the unit will be fully
operational after the seismic event.
1.7 SUBMITTALS
A. General Submittal Requirements:
1. Submittals shall be approved by authorities having jurisdiction prior to submitting them to
Engineer.
2. Shop Drawings shall be prepared by persons with the following qualifications:
a. Trained and certified by manufacturer in fire-alarm system design on the specific
fire alarm system being installed on this project.
1) The factory training and certification must have occurred within the most
recent 24 months.
2) Copies of the certification must be part of the Contractor’s submittal to the
Engineer prior to installation.
3) The submittal will not be approved without this certification.
b. In addition to the requirement for factory certification the person preparing the shop
drawings shall be a NICET-certified fire-alarm technician, Level III minimum.
B. Product Data: For each type of product indicated.
C. Shop Drawings: For fire-alarm system. The submittal shall include all required items as
indicated below. Partial submittals are not acceptable and will be rejected.
1. Comply with recommendations in the "Documentation" Section of the "Fundamentals of
Fire Alarm Systems" Chapter in NFPA 72.
2. Include voltage drop calculations for notification appliance circuits.
a. End Of Line (EOL) voltage drop must not exceed 14% of the expected battery
voltage.
b. Submit calculations indicating compliance with this criteria.
3. Include battery-size calculations.
a. Battery:
1) Sizing calculations showing compliance for:
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a) Provide 60-hours battery capacity while in the alarm mode for 5-
minutes.
2) Submit battery information indicating the rating of each battery that will be
used on this project.
4. Include performance parameters and installation details for each detector, verifying that
each detector is listed for complete range of air velocity, temperature, and humidity
possible when air-handling system is operating.
5. Include plans, sections, and elevations of heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning ducts,
drawn to scale and coordinating installation of duct smoke detectors and access to them.
Show critical dimensions that relate to placement and support of sampling tubes, detector
housing, and remote status and alarm indicators. Locate detectors according to
manufacturer's written recommendations.
6. Include Floor Plans:
a. Indicate final outlet locations and routing of cable and conduits..
b. Show locations for isolation modules, terminal cabinet boxes, FACP, RAAP, NAP
power supplies, and main FACP battery cabinet. Isolation modules shall not be
located in the FACP.
c. Show address of each addressable device.
7. Include Reflected Ceiling Plans:
a. Show locations for all ceiling mounted devices, fully coordinated with all other
trades including, but not limited to Lighting, HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection,
Telecom, Security, and A/V.
8. Include riser diagram:
a. Indicate fire alarm system per the planned installation.
b. Indicate wiring circuits, and wire sizes.
c. Indicate Terminal cabinet locations.
9. Include voice/alarm signaling-service equipment rack or console layout, grounding
schematic, amplifier power calculation, and single-line connection diagram.
10. Device Address List:
a. Coordinate with final system programming.
b. Coordinate with Owner for final naming convention and room names to identify
location of devices.
11. System Operation Description:
a. Detailed description for this Project, including method of operation and supervision
of each type of circuit and sequence of operations for manually and automatically
initiated system inputs and outputs.
b. Manufacturer’s standard descriptions for generic systems are not acceptable.
D. Operating Instructions: For mounting at the FACP.
E. Product Certificates: Signed by manufacturers of system components certifying that products
furnished comply with requirements.
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F. Field Test Reports: Indicate and interpret test results for compliance with performance
requirements. Comply with NFPA 72.
G. Maintenance Data: For fire alarm systems to include in maintenance manuals specified in
Division 1. Comply with NFPA 72.
H. Submissions to Authorities Having Jurisdiction: In addition to distribution requirements for
Submittals specified in Division 01 Section “Submittal Procedures,” make an identical
submission to authorities having jurisdiction. Include copies of annotated Contract Drawings as
needed to depict component locations to facilitate review. Resubmit if required to make
clarifications or revisions to obtain approval. On receipt of comments from authorities having
jurisdiction, submit them to Engineer for review.
I. Certificate of Completion: Comply with NFPA 72.
J. Seismic Qualification Certificates: For fire-alarm control unit, accessories, and components,
from manufacturer.
1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on actual test of
assembled components or on calculation.
2. Dimensioned Outline Drawings of Equipment Unit: Identify center of gravity and locate
and describe mounting and anchorage provisions.
3. Detailed description of equipment anchorage devices on which the certification is based
and their installation requirements.
K. Field quality-control reports.
L. Operation and Maintenance Data: For fire-alarm systems and components to include in
emergency, operation, and maintenance manuals. In addition to items specified in Division 01
Section "Operation and Maintenance Data," include the following:
1. Comply with the "Records" Section of the "Inspection, Testing and Maintenance" Chapter
in NFPA 72.
2. Provide "Record of Completion Documents" according to NFPA 72 article "Permanent
Records" in the "Records" Section of the "Inspection, Testing and Maintenance" Chapter.
3. Record copy of site-specific software.
4. Provide "Maintenance, Inspection and Testing Records" according to NFPA 72 article of
the same name and include the following:
a. Frequency of testing of installed components.
b. Frequency of inspection of installed components.
c. Requirements and recommendations related to results of maintenance.
d. Manufacturer's user training manuals.
5. Manufacturer's required maintenance related to system warranty requirements.
6. Abbreviated operating instructions for mounting at fire-alarm control unit.
M. Software and Firmware Operational Documentation:
1. Software operating and upgrade manuals.
2. Program Software Backup: On magnetic media or compact disk, complete with data
files.
3. Device address list.
4. Printout of software application and graphic screens.
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1.8 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Installer Qualifications: All persons terminating wiring, installing fire alarm system devices and
/or programming the fire alarm systems shall meet the following minimum requirements:
1. Trained and certified by manufacturer in fire-alarm system design on the specific fire
alarm system being installed on this project.
a. The factory training and certification must have occurred within the most recent 24
months. The manufacturer must sign the certification certifying the installer’s
compliance with their requirements.
b. Copies of the certification must be part of the Contractor’s submittal to the
Engineer prior to installation.
B. Source Limitations for Fire-Alarm System and Components: Obtain fire-alarm system from
single source from single manufacturer.
C. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70,
by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
D. NFPA Certification: Obtain certification according to NFPA 72 by compliance with the
Engineer’s witness test. Refer to Part 3 – Execution.
1.9 SOFTWARE SERVICE AGREEMENT
A. Comply with UL 864.
B. Technical Support: Beginning with Substantial Completion, provide software support for one
year.
C. Upgrade Service: Update software to latest version at Project completion. Install and program
software upgrades that become available within one year from date of Substantial Completion.
Upgrading software shall include operating system. Upgrade shall include new or revised
licenses for use of software.
1. Provide 30 days' notice to Owner to allow scheduling and access to system and to allow
Owner to upgrade computer equipment if necessary.
1.10 EXTRA MATERIALS
A. Furnish extra materials that match products installed and that are packaged with protective
covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.
1. Lamps for Remote Indicating Lamp Units: Quantity equal to 5 percent of amount
installed, but no fewer than 2 units.
2. Lamps for Strobe Units: Quantity equal to 5 percent of amount installed, but no fewer
than 2 units.
3. Smoke Detectors and Fire Detectors: Quantity equal to 6 percent of amount of each type
installed, but no fewer than 1 unit of each type.
4. Detector Bases: Quantity equal to 6 percent of amount of each type installed, but no
fewer than 1 unit of each type.
5. Keys and Tools: One extra set for access to locked and tamper proofed components.
6. Fuses: Two of each type installed in the system.
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7. Manual Stations: Quantity equal to 2 percent of amount installed, but no fewer than 1
unit.
8. Indoor Notification Appliance: Quantity equal to 4 percent of each type installed, but no
fewer than 1 unit of each type.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:
1. Simplex Grinnell; by Tyco.
2. Edwards; by United Technologies Corporation.
3. NOTIFIER; by Honeywell.
B. Bid Alternate: Provide products from Simplex Grinnell by Tyco. Provide bid as separate line
item. See Division 01 specifications section “Alternates”.
2.2 SYSTEMS OPERATIONAL DESCRIPTION
A. Fire-alarm signal initiation shall be by one or more of the following devices and/or systems:
1. Manual stations.
2. Heat detectors.
3. Smoke detectors.
4. Duct smoke detectors.
5. Fire-extinguishing system operation.
B. Fire-alarm signal shall initiate the following actions:
1. Continuously operate alarm notification appliances.
2. Identify alarm at fire-alarm control unit and remote annunciators.
3. Transmit an alarm signal to the remote alarm receiving station.
4. Unlock electric door locks in designated egress paths. Refer to plans for egress paths.
5. Switch heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning equipment controls to fire-alarm mode.
a. Unless otherwise noted on the fire alarm matrix on the drawings the default
condition shall be ‘OFF’ during a general fire alarm condition with a manual
override switch/control for activation by the fire department.
6. Activate emergency lighting control.
7. Activate emergency shutoffs for gas and fuel supplies.
8. Recall elevators to primary or alternate recall floors.
9. Record events in the system memory.
10. Record events by the system printer.
11. Activate voice/alarm communication system.
12. Shunt trip elevator power where sprinkler heads are installed in elevator shafts,
machine rooms or pits.
C. System trouble signal initiation shall be by one or more of the following devices and actions:
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1. Open circuits, shorts, and grounds in designated circuits.
2. Opening, tampering with, or removing alarm-initiating and supervisory signal-initiating
devices.
3. Loss of primary power at fire-alarm control unit.
a. When 8-hours have elapsed after the power outage.
4. Ground or a single break in fire-alarm control unit internal circuits.
5. Abnormal ac voltage at fire-alarm control unit.
6. Break in standby battery circuitry.
7. Failure of battery charging.
8. Abnormal position of any switch at fire-alarm control unit or annunciator.
D. Voice/Alarm Signaling Service: Central emergency communication system with
redundant microphones, preamplifiers, amplifiers, and tone generators provided as a
special module that is part of fire-alarm control unit.
1. Indicate number of alarm channels for automatic, simultaneous transmission of
different announcements to different zones or for manual transmission of
announcements by use of the central-control microphone. Amplifiers shall comply
with UL 1711.
a. Allow the application of, and evacuation signal to, indicated number of zones
and, at the same time, allow voice paging to the other zones selectively or in
any combination.
b. Programmable tone and message sequence selection.
c. Standard digitally recorded messages for "Evacuation" and "All Clear." All
messages to be verified with owner and set prior to acceptance testing.
d. Generate tones to be sequenced with audio messages of type recommended
by NFPA 72 and that are compatible with tone patterns of notification-
appliance circuits of fire-alarm control unit.
2. Status Annunciator: Indicate the status of various voice/alarm speaker zones and the
status of firefighters' two-way telephone communication zones.
3. Preamplifiers, amplifiers, and tone generators shall automatically transfer to backup units,
on primary equipment failure.
E. System Trouble and Supervisory Signal Actions: Initiate notification appliance and annunciate
at fire-alarm control unit and remote annunciators. Record the event on system printer.
2.3 FIRE-ALARM CONTROL UNIT
A. General Requirements for Fire-Alarm Control Unit:
1. Field-programmable, microprocessor-based, modular, power-limited design with
electronic modules, complying with UL 864 and listed and labeled by an NRTL.
a. System software and programs shall be held in flash electrically erasable
programmable read-only memory (EEPROM), retaining the information through
failure of primary and secondary power supplies.
b. Include a real-time clock for time annotation of events on the event recorder and
printer.
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2. Addressable initiation devices that communicate device identity and status.
a. Smoke sensors shall additionally communicate sensitivity setting and allow for
adjustment of sensitivity at fire-alarm control unit.
b. Temperature sensors shall additionally test for and communicate the sensitivity
range of the device.
3. Addressable control circuits for operation of mechanical equipment.
B. Alphanumeric Display and System Controls: Arranged for interface between human operator at
fire-alarm control unit and addressable system components including annunciation and
supervision. Display alarm, supervisory, and component status messages and the
programming and control menu.
1. Annunciator and Display: Liquid-crystal type, 3 line(s) of 80 characters, minimum.
2. Keypad: Arranged to permit entry and execution of programming, display, and control
commands and to indicate control commands to be entered into the system for control of
smoke-detector sensitivity and other parameters.
C. Circuits:
1. Addressable Systems: Notification Appliance, and Signaling Line Circuits:
a. Notification Appliance Circuits (NAC): Class B.
b. Initiating Device Circuits: Class A, T-Taps not permitted.
c. Signaling Line Circuits (SLC): Class A, T-Taps not permitted.
2. Serial Interfaces: Two RS-232 ports for printers.
D. Smoke-Alarm Verification:
1. Initiate audible and visible indication of an "alarm-verification" signal at fire-alarm control
unit.
2. Activate an NRTL-listed and -approved "alarm-verification" sequence at fire-alarm control
unit and detector.
3. Record events by the system printer.
4. Sound general alarm if the alarm is verified.
5. Cancel fire-alarm control unit indication and system reset if the alarm is not verified.
E. Notification Appliance Circuit: Operation shall sound in the ANSI 53.41 three-pulse temporal
pattern described in NFPA 72. Horns shall be set at 95 dB.
F. Remote Smoke-Detector Sensitivity Adjustment: Controls shall select specific addressable
smoke detectors for adjustment, display their current status and sensitivity settings, and change
those settings. Allow controls to be used to program repetitive, time-scheduled, and automated
changes in sensitivity of specific detector groups. Record sensitivity adjustments and
sensitivity-adjustment schedule changes in system memory, and print out the final adjusted
values on system printer.
G. Transmission to Remote Alarm Receiving Station: Automatically transmit alarm, supervisory,
and trouble signals to a remote alarm station.
H. Printout of Events: On receipt of signal, print alarm, supervisory, and trouble events. Identify
zone, device, and function. Include type of signal (alarm, supervisory, or trouble) and date and
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time of occurrence. Differentiate alarm signals from all other printed indications. Also print
system reset event, including same information for device, location, date, and time. Commands
initiate the printing of a list of existing alarm, supervisory, and trouble conditions in the system
and a historical log of events.
I. Primary Power: 24-V dc obtained from 120-V ac service and a power-supply module. Initiating
devices, notification appliances, signaling lines, trouble signals and supervisory signals shall be
powered by 24-V dc source.
1. Alarm current draw of entire fire-alarm system shall not exceed 80 percent of the power-
supply module rating.
J. Secondary Power: 24-V dc supply system with batteries, automatic battery charger, and
automatic transfer switch.
1. Batteries: Sealed lead calcium or Sealed, valve-regulated, recombinant lead acid
2. Battery Nominal Life Expectancy: 20 years, minimum.
3. Facilities without generator power to the Fire Alarm Control Panel must have 60-hours
battery capacity while in the alarm mode for 5-minutes.
4. End Of Line (EOL) voltage drop must not exceed 14% of the expected battery voltage.
5. Magnetic door holders are not served by emergency power. Magnetic door holders are
released when normal power fails unless restored within 60 seconds.
K. Battery Charger:
1. Solid-state, fully automatic, variable-charging-rate type.
2. Provide capacity for 150 percent of the connected system load while maintaining
batteries at full charge.
3. Whenever batteries are fully discharged, the charger shall recharge them completely
within four hours.
4. Charger output is supervised as part of system power supply supervision.
L. Integral Automatic Transfer Switch:
1. Transfers the load to the battery without loss of signals or status indications when normal
power fails.
M. Instructions: Computer printout or typewritten instruction card mounted behind a plastic or glass
cover in a stainless-steel or aluminum frame. Include interpretation and describe appropriate
response for displays and signals. Briefly describe the functional operation of the system under
normal, alarm, and trouble conditions.
N. Air Handling Unit Shutdown Defeat:
1. A supervised “AHU Shutdown Defeat” switch must be provided in or adjacent to the
FACP and as a key-operated function in the Remote Annunciator (where provided).
a. All smoke dampers associated with the AHU(s) shall remain in the open position
while the AHU Shutdown Defeat switch has been placed in the off-normal position.
2. Whenever the Remote Annunciator option is utilized, provide an informative engraved
label at the FACP about this function.
3. The switch must cause a system “trouble” indication when it’s placed in the off-normal
(“AHU Shutdown Defeated”) position.
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2.4 MANUAL FIRE-ALARM BOXES
A. General Requirements for Manual Fire-Alarm Boxes: Comply with UL 38. Boxes shall be
finished in red with molded, raised-letter operating instructions in contrasting color; shall show
visible indication of operation; and shall be mounted on recessed outlet box. If indicated as
surface mounted, provide manufacturer's surface back box.
1. Double-action mechanism requiring two actions to initiate an alarm, pull-lever type; with
integral addressable module arranged to communicate manual-station status (normal,
alarm, or trouble) to fire-alarm control unit.
2. Station Reset: Key- or wrench-operated switch.
3. Weatherproof Protective Shield (as shown on floor plans): Factory-fabricated clear
plastic enclosure hinged at the top to permit lifting for access to initiate an alarm.
2.5 SYSTEM SMOKE DETECTORS
A. General Requirements for System Smoke Detectors:
1. Comply with UL 268; operating at 24-V dc, nominal.
2. Detectors shall be four-wire type.
3. Integral Addressable Module: Arranged to communicate detector status (normal, alarm,
or trouble) to fire-alarm control unit.
4. Base Mounting: Detector and associated electronic components shall be mounted in a
twist-lock module that connects to a fixed base. Provide terminals in the fixed base for
connection to building wiring.
5. Self-Restoring: Detectors do not require resetting or readjustment after actuation to
restore them to normal operation.
6. Integral Visual-Indicating Light: LED type indicating detector has operated and power-on
status.
7. Remote Control: Unless otherwise indicated, detectors shall be analog-addressable
type, individually monitored at fire-alarm control unit for calibration, sensitivity, and alarm
condition and individually adjustable for sensitivity by fire-alarm control unit.
a. Rate-of-rise temperature characteristic shall be selectable at fire-alarm control unit
for 15 or 20 deg F per minute.
b. Fixed-temperature sensing shall be independent of rate-of-rise sensing and shall
be settable at fire-alarm control unit to operate at 135 or 155 deg F.
c. Provide multiple levels of detection sensitivity for each sensor.
8. Spacing: Drawings reflect spacing based on a prescriptive design of 30 ft per NFPA 72. If
smoke detector supplied cannot meet this spacing requirement, contractor is responsible
for providing additional smoke detectors to cover area as indicated on the drawings.
B. Photoelectric Smoke Detectors:
1. Detector address shall be accessible from fire-alarm control unit and shall be able to
identify the detector's location within the system and its sensitivity setting.
2. An operator at fire-alarm control unit, having the designated access level, shall be able to
manually access the following for each detector:
a. Primary status.
b. Device type.
c. Present average value.
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d. Present sensitivity selected.
e. Sensor range (normal, dirty, etc.).
C. Ionization Smoke Detector:
1. Detector address shall be accessible from fire-alarm control unit and shall be able to
identify the detector's location within the system and its sensitivity setting.
2. An operator at fire-alarm control unit, having the designated access level, shall be able to
manually access the following for each detector:
a. Primary status.
b. Device type.
c. Present average value.
d. Present sensitivity selected.
e. Sensor range (normal, dirty, etc.).
D. Duct Smoke Detectors: Photoelectric type complying with UL 268A.
1. Detector address shall be accessible from fire-alarm control unit and shall be able to
identify the detector's location within the system and its sensitivity setting.
2. An operator at fire-alarm control unit, having the designated access level, shall be able to
manually access the following for each detector:
a. Primary status.
b. Device type.
c. Present average value.
d. Present sensitivity selected.
e. Sensor range (normal, dirty, etc.).
3. Weatherproof Duct Housing Enclosure: NEMA 250, Type 4X; NRTL listed for use with
the supplied detector.
4. Each sensor shall have multiple levels of detection sensitivity.
5. Sampling Tubes: Design and dimensions as recommended by manufacturer for specific
duct size, air velocity, and installation conditions where applied.
6. Relay Fan Shutdown: Rated to interrupt fan motor-control circuit.
E. Remote Test Switch and Indicating Lights: All duct detectors shall have a remote test switch
and indicating light installed in the nearest corridor or public area and identified by an engraved
label affixed to the wall or ceiling.
2.6 PROJECTED BEAM SMOKE DETECTORS
A. Projected Beam Light Source and Receiver: Designed to accommodate small angular
movements and continue to operate and not cause nuisance alarms.
1. Adjustable Sensitivity: More than a six-level range, minimum.
a. Linear Range of Coverage: 150 feet, minimum.
B. Detector Address: Accessible from fire-alarm control unit and able to identify the detector's
location within the system and its sensitivity setting.
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C. An operator at fire-alarm control unit, having the designated access level, shall be able to
manually access the following for each detector:
1. Primary status.
2. Device type.
3. Present average value.
4. Present sensitivity selected.
5. Sensor range (normal, dirty, etc.).
2.7 HEAT DETECTORS
A. General Requirements for Heat Detectors: Comply with UL 521.
B. Heat Detector, Combination Type: Actuated by either a fixed temperature of 135°F or a rate of
rise that exceeds 15°F per minute unless otherwise indicated.
1. Mounting: Twist-lock base interchangeable with smoke-detector bases.
2. Integral Addressable Module: Arranged to communicate detector status (normal, alarm,
or trouble) to fire-alarm control unit.
C. Spacing: Drawings reflect spacing based on a prescriptive design of 30 ft per NFPA 72. If heat
detector supplied cannot meet this spacing requirement, contractor is responsible for providing
additional heat detectors to cover area as indicated on the drawings.
2.8 NOTIFICATION APPLIANCES
A. General Requirements for Notification Appliances: Individually addressed, connected to a
signaling line circuit, equipped for mounting as indicated and with screw terminals for system
connections.
1. Combination Devices: Factory-integrated audible and visible devices in a single-
mounting assembly, equipped for mounting as indicated and with screw terminals for
system connections.
B. Horns: Electric-vibrating-polarized type, 24-V dc; with provision for housing the operating
mechanism behind a grille. Comply with UL 464. Horns shall produce a sound-pressure level
of 90 dBA, measured 10 feet from the horn, using the coded signal prescribed in UL 464 test
protocol.
B. Voice/Tone Notification Appliances:
1. Comply with UL 1480.
2. Speakers for Voice Notification: Locate speakers for voice notification to provide
the intelligibility requirements of the "Notification Appliances" and "Emergency
Communications Systems" chapters in NFPA 72.
3. High-Range Units: Rated 2 to 15 W.
4. Low-Range Units: Rated 1 to 2 W.
5. Mounting: surface mounted and bidirectional.
6. Matching Transformers: Tap range matched to acoustical environment of speaker
location.
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C. Visible Notification Appliances: Xenon strobe lights comply with UL 1971, with clear or nominal
white polycarbonate lens mounted on an aluminum faceplate. The word "FIRE" is engraved in
minimum 1-inch- high letters on the lens.
1. Rated Light Output:
a. 15/30/75/110 cd, selectable in the field.
2. Mounting: Wall or ceiling mounted as indicated on plans.
3. For units with guards to prevent physical damage, light output ratings shall be determined
with guards in place.
4. Flashing shall be in a temporal pattern, synchronized with other units.
5. Strobe Leads: Factory connected to screw terminals.
6. Mounting Faceplate: Factory finished.
7. Finish Color: Where mounted on ACT or Gyp ceilings, finish color shall be white; all
others shall be red. Colors to be confirmed by Architect.
2.9 REMOTE ANNUNCIATOR
A. Description: Annunciator functions shall match those of fire-alarm control unit for alarm,
supervisory, and trouble indications. Manual switching functions shall match those of fire-alarm
control unit, including acknowledging, silencing, resetting, and testing.
1. Mounting: Flush cabinet, NEMA 250, Type 1.
2. Finish: White.
B. Display Type and Functional Performance: Alphanumeric display and LED indicating lights
shall match those of fire-alarm control unit. Provide controls to acknowledge, silence, reset, and
test functions for alarm, supervisory, and trouble signals.
C. Wall-mounted Device Location Maps indicating the building floor plan with a “You Are Here”
designation.
1. Mounting: Adjacent to remote annunciator and the FACP.
2.10 ADDRESSABLE INTERFACE DEVICE
A. Description: Microelectronic monitor module, NRTL listed for use in providing a system address
for alarm-initiating devices for wired applications with normally open contacts.
B. Multi-gang Indicating Addressable devices are not permitted. All devices shall be installed in
individual boxes
2.11 DIGITAL ALARM COMMUNICATOR TRANSMITTER
A. Digital alarm communicator transmitter shall be acceptable to the remote central station and
shall comply with UL 632 and be listed and labeled by an NRTL.
B. Functional Performance: Unit shall receive an alarm, supervisory, or trouble signal from fire-
alarm control unit and automatically capture two telephone lines and dial a preset number for a
remote central station. When contact is made with central station(s), signals shall be
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transmitted. Whenever service on either line is interrupted for longer than 45 seconds,
transmitter shall initiate a local trouble signal and transmit the signal indicating loss of telephone
line to the remote alarm receiving station over the remaining line. Transmitter shall
automatically report telephone service restoration to the central station. If service is lost on both
telephone lines, transmitter shall initiate the local trouble signal.
C. Local functions and display at the digital alarm communicator transmitter shall include the
following:
1. Verification that both telephone lines are available.
2. Programming device.
3. LED display.
4. Manual test report function and manual transmission clear indication.
5. Communications failure with the central station or fire-alarm control unit.
D. The following signals shall be reported as applicable:
1. Fire Alarm
2. Burglary/Intrusion/Duress/Other Security or Emergency Alarms
3. Fire Alarm System AC Power Trouble after 8-hours.
4. Low Battery
E. Secondary Power: Integral rechargeable battery and automatic charger.
F. Self-Test: Conducted automatically every 24 hours with report transmitted to central station.
G. Precedence of Signals:
1. Fire Alarm.
2. Supervisory signal.
3. Trouble Signal.
4. Security Alarm.
H. Contractor: Contractor must program the PROM, connect each DACT to the telephone lines
provided and verify proper signal receipt by the supervising station.
I. The installation of this device shall include the required telecommunications cabling as specified
for data outlets in these specifications.
2.12 SYSTEM PRINTER
A. Printer shall be listed and labeled by an NRTL as an integral part of fire-alarm system. Printer
shall be 120 volt ac and use ordinary (non-thermal) paper. Install as shown on drawings or as
selected by Owner. For high rise buildings, the printer must be monitored by the Central FACP
and be powered from an emergency circuit.
1. Provide wall shelf for mounting.
2. Provide dedicated 120-volt receptacle from same power source as the FACP.
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2.13 DEVICE GUARDS
A. Description: Welded wire mesh of size and shape for the manual station, smoke detector,
gong, or other device requiring protection.
1. Factory fabricated and furnished by manufacturer of device.
2. Finish: Paint of color to match the protected device.
2.14 WIRING
A. Non-Power-Limited Circuits: Copper conductors with 600-V rated, 75 deg C, color-coded
THHN/THWN insulation.
1. Low-Voltage Circuits: Stranded No. 14 AWG, minimum.
2. Line-Voltage Circuits: Solid No. 14 AWG, minimum.
B. Power-Limited Circuits: NFPA 70, Types FPL, FPLR, or FPLP, as recommended by
manufacturer.
C. Wiring shall be color coded as follows:
1. Addressable loop (signaling line) circuits shall be wired with type FPL/FPLR/FPLP fire
alarm cable, low capacitance (30-pF Max.), 16 AWG minimum, twisted shielded copper
pair. Cable shield drain wires are to be connected at each device on the loop to maintain
continuity, taped to insulate from ground, and terminated at the FACP. Acceptable
manufacturers include Atlas, Belden, West Penn or equal wire having capacitance of 30
pf/ft. maximum between conductors. The cable jacket color shall be red, with Red (+)
and Black (-) conductor insulation.
2. Unshielded Cable, otherwise equal to the above, is permitted where the manufacturer’s
installation instructions unequivocally require, or state a preference for, the use of
unshielded cable for all systems.
3. Alarm notification appliance circuits (horns and strobes) shall be wired with type
THHN/THWN, stranded copper, AWG 16 minimum, color coded Blue (+), Black (-)
conductor insulation.
4. One way voice/Alarm digital audio circuits shall be wired with low capacitance (30-pF
Max.), AWG 18 minimum, twisted shielded copper pair. Cable shield drain wires are to
be connected continuous from the amplifier to the end of the line. Acceptable
manufacturers include Atlas, Belden, West Penn or equal wire having capacitance of 30
pf/ft. maximum between conductors. The cable jacket shall be Gray outer jacket, Red
(+), Black (-) conductor insulation.
a. Note: Where required to meet NFPA fire rating requirements MI cable shall be
utilized.
5. System equipment with 24VDC operating power shall be wired with type THHN/THWN,
stranded copper, AWG 14 minimum, color coded Yellow (+), Brown (-) conductor
insulation.
6. Door control circuits for maglocks if supplied from fire alarm system shall be wired with
type THHN/THWN, stranded copper, AWG 14 minimum, color coded Orange conductor
insulation.
7. Circuits from Zone Addressable Monitored Devices shall be wired with type
THHN/THWN, stranded copper, AWG 14 minimum, color coded Violet (+), Gray (-)
conductor insulation.
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8. For underground circuits installed in conduit, use Type TC or PLTC cable (PE insulated)
to avoid problems for moisture. Color coding for specific application, as described herein,
shall be followed.
2.15 POWER SUPPLIES
A. Notification Appliance circuit booster (“ADA”) power supplies and Voice Messaging power
supplies must be individually monitored for integrity and are not permitted to be located above a
ceiling, or in non-conditioned space. Any 24vdc power circuits serving addressable control
relays must also be monitored for integrity. Provide a smoke detector within 15 feet of the
power supply.
1. Each Power Booster shall be addressable to and supervised, per NFPA requirements, by
the FACP.
2. The FACP shall be able to distinguish each individual Power Booster and issue a digital
readout for each individual Power Booster that reports a trouble signal.
3. Provide dedicated 120-volt receptacle from the same source as the FACP.
4. Notification Appliance circuit booster total capacity shall not be less that the total load
connected to the circuit booster, as calculated from the devices Cd as shown on the
drawings, plus 30% spare capacity for additional devices or a change to Cd settings.
2.16 ISOLATION MODULES
A. To minimize the impact of a wiring fault (short), isolation modules or (if the ceiling height is <10
feet) isolator base type initiating devices shall be provided as follows:
1. After each 20 devices and control points on any addressable circuit.
2. For each addressable circuit that extends outside the building walls.
3. Immediately adjacent to the FACP, at each end of the addressable loop. These two
isolators must be in the same room as the FACP and within 15 feet. Isolation modules
shall not be located in the FACP.
4. For loops covering more than one floor, install isolator at terminal cabinet on each floor
(with additional isolator(s) on any floor with over 20 addresses).
5. Coordinate with the Owner and the Engineer for the approved method of installation for
accessibility and maintenance.
2.17 TVSS
A. The following protection against voltage transients and surges must be provided by the fire
alarm equipment supplier, and installed by the electrical contractor for all fire alarm system
panels:
1. On AC Input:
a. A feed through (not a shunt-type) branch circuit transient arrestor such as the EFI
HWM-120, Leviton OEM-120EFI, Northern Technologies TCS-HW, Transtector
ACP100BWN3, or any equivalent UL Listed device submitted to and approved by
the Engineer.
b. Install suppressor on the outside of the electrical panelboard, and trim excess lead
lengths.
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c. Wind small coil in the branch circuit conductor just downstream of the suppressor
connection. Coil to be wound using 5 to 10 turns, ¾”-1” diameter. The coil shall
be securely tie-wrapped at two points to maintain the coil diameter and winding
integrity.
1) This series impedance will improve the effectiveness of the arrestor in
suppressing voltage transients.
2. On DC Circuits Extending Outside Building:
a. Acceptable models: Simples 2081-9027 and 2081-9028, Transtector TSP8601,
the Ditek DTKxLVL series, Citel American BF280-24V, Northern Technologies
DLP-42. Equal products may be submitted to the Engineer for approval.
b. Adjacent to the FACP, and also near point of entry to outlying building, provide “pi”
type filter on each leg, consisting of a primary arrestor, a series impedance, and a
fast acting secondary arrestor which clamps at 30v to 40v.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION
A. Comply with NFPA 72 for installation of fire-alarm equipment.
B. Equipment Mounting: Install fire-alarm control unit on wall as indicated on the drawings.
1. Install seismic bracing. Comply with requirements in Division 26 Section "Vibration and
Seismic Controls for Electrical Systems."
C. Control Relays
1. Control relays shall be installed to meet NFPA requirements. This shall include but not
limited to control relays that actuate smoke and/or fire dampers and motors associated
with smoke exhaust/removal systems.
a. The maximum distance from the fire alarm control relay to the motor controller or
smoke/fire damper shall be 3-ft.
D. Smoke- or Heat-Detector Spacing:
1. The fire alarm devices shown on the plans and details are diagrammatic in nature and
are to establish the basis for bidding. The certified contractor shall install all devices in
compliance with NFPA, National, Local codes as applicable to this project.
2. During installation the certified contractor shall review the design layout and adjust the
fire alarm system using, but not limited to, the following guidelines:
a. Comply with NFPA 72, "Smoke-Sensing Fire Detectors" Section in the "Initiating
Devices" Chapter, for smoke-detector spacing.
b. Comply with NFPA 72, "Heat-Sensing Fire Detectors" Section in the "Initiating
Devices" Chapter, for heat-detector spacing.
c. Not less than 4 inches (100 mm) from a side wall to the near edge.
d. For exposed solid-joist construction, mount detectors on the bottom of joists unless
the depth of the beams creates a pocket as defined by NFPA.
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e. Refer to the latest edition of the NFPA for mounting of detectors where there is no
gypsum board or acoustical tile (drop) ceilings to mount detectors on. Follow
NPFA requirements for mounting height.
f. Review all structural beam depths, spacing and structural ceilings prior to installing
conduits and detectors.
g. On smooth ceiling, install not more than 30 feet (9 m) apart in any direction.
h. Wall-Mounted Smoke Detectors: Not less than 4 inches (100 mm), but not more
than 12 inches (300 mm), below the ceiling.
i. Spacing of detectors for irregular areas, for irregular ceiling construction, and for
high ceiling areas shall be determined according to the appropriate Appendix in
NFPA 72.
j. HVAC: Locate detectors not closer than 3 feet from air-supply diffuser or return-air
opening.
k. Lighting Fixtures: Locate detectors not closer than 12 inches from any part of a
lighting fixture.
E. Smoke detector: Mount photoelectric smoke detector within 15’ of the central FACP and each
external power supply.
F. Duct Smoke Detectors: Comply with NFPA 72 and NFPA 90A. Install sampling tubes so they
extend the full width of duct. Each duct detector installation shall have a hinged or latched duct
access panel, 12x12 inches minimum, for sampling tube inspection and cleaning. Indicate
airflow direction on the duct, adjacent to the detector.
1. Verify that each unit is listed for the complete range of air velocity, temperature, and
humidity possible when air-handling system is operating.
2. Install sampling tubes so they extend the full width of the duct.
G. Manual Pull Stations: Mount semi-flush in recessed back boxes. Mount 48” AFF to top of
device.
1. Coordinate with the general contractor for installation of devices required by code to be
within 5-ft of exit doors.
a. Method of installing fire alarm cables through mullions of curtain wall systems.
1) Submit to the Engineer and Engineer for approval installation drawings
showing methods to be used for routing of cables and device mounting.
H. Remote Status and Alarm Indicators: Install near each smoke detector that is not readily visible
from normal viewing position. Indicators shall be installed in individual boxes and not be
installed in multi-gang boxes.
I. Audible Alarm-Indicating Devices: Install 80” AFF to device bottom unless noted otherwise on
the drawings.
J. Visible Alarm-Indicating Devices: Install 80” AFF to device bottom unless noted otherwise on
the drawings.
K. Device Location-Indicating Lights: Locate in public space near the device they monitor.
L. Fire-Alarm Control Unit: Surface mounted, with tops of cabinets not more than 72 inches above
the finished floor.
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M. Annunciator: Install with top of panel not more than 72 inches above the finished floor.
N. Digital dialer: Provide two (2) data outlet jacks compatible with the digital dialer, including data
cabling as specified in these specifications (Category 5e minimum rating). Connect to the local
floor telecommunications equipment as specified in these specifications. Install in ½” conduit
minimum from outlet jacks to telecommunications equipment.
O. Smoke Detector Protection: Unless suitable protected against dust, paint, etc., spot type smoke
detectors shall not be installed until the final construction clean-up has been completed. In the
event of contamination during construction, the detectors must be replaced.
P. Detector Identification: Identification of individual detectors is required. Assign each a unique
number as follows, in sequence starting at the FACP: (Addressable Loop#-- Device#) Put on
the as-built plans, and also permanently mount on each detector’s base so that it’s readable
standing on the floor below without having to remove the smoke detector. Exception: for
detectors with housings (i.e., air duct, projected beam, air sampling, flame), apply the
identification to a suitable location on exterior of their housing.
Q. Fire Alarm System notification circuits, an end-of-line (EOL) resistor should be located as
follows:
1. In a location that is accessible to fire alarm maintenance personnel.
2. In an area where maintenance or testing at the EOL resistor location will not be disruptive
to the normal use of the facility.
3. In an area that is not easily accessible to the normal building occupants (objective is to
avoid accidental or malicious damage by building occupants).
4. In an area that is no higher than 9 ft of lower than 7 ft from the floor level.
5. Not located in a stairway or bathroom location.
R. The branch circuit breaker(s) supplying any circuit for Fire Alarm system equipment must be
physically protected by panelboard lock or handle lock and must be identified with a 1/4"
permanent red dot applied to handle or exposed body area.
S. A floor plan diagram with device identifiers shall be framed under glass and mounted near the
main Fire Alarm Control Panel.
3.2 CONNECTIONS
A. For fire-protection systems related to doors in fire-rated walls and partitions and to doors in
smoke partitions, comply with requirements in Division 08 Section "Door Hardware." Connect
hardware and devices to fire-alarm system.
1. Verify that hardware and devices are NRTL listed for use with fire-alarm system in this
Section before making connections.
B. Make addressable connections with a supervised interface device to the following devices and
systems. Install the interface device less than 3 feet from the device controlled. Make an
addressable confirmation connection when such feedback is available at the device or system
being controlled.
1. Alarm-initiating connection to smoke-control system (smoke management) at firefighter
smoke-control system panel.
2. Alarm-initiating connection to stairwell and elevator-shaft pressurization systems.
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3. Alarm-initiating connection to activate emergency lighting control.
4. Alarm-initiating connection to activate emergency shutoffs for gas and fuel supplies.
5. Supervisory connections at fire-pump power failure including a dead-phase or phase-
reversal condition.
6. Supervisory connections at fire-pump engine control panel.
3.3 WIRING INSTALLATION
A. Installer Qualifications: All persons terminating wiring, installing fire alarm system devices and
/or programming the fire alarm systems shall meet the following minimum requirements:
1. Trained and certified by manufacturer in fire-alarm system design on the specific fire
alarm system being installed on this project.
a. The factory training and certification must have occurred within the most recent 24
months. The manufacturer must sign the certification certifying the installer’s
compliance with their requirements.
b. Copies of the certification must be part of the Contractor’s submittal to the
Engineer prior to installation.
c. The submittal will not be approved without this certification.
2. In addition to the requirement for factory certification the person preparing the shop
drawings shall be a NICET-certified fire-alarm technician, Level III minimum.
B. Wiring Method: Install wiring in metal raceway according to Division 26 Section “Raceways and
Boxes for Electrical Systems.” Conceal raceway except in unfinished spaces and as indicated.
1. Coordinate with the general contractor for installation of devices required by code to be
within 5-ft of exit doors.
a. Method of installing fire alarm cables through mullions of curtain wall systems.
1) Submit to the Engineer for approval installation drawings showing methods
to be used for routing of cables and device mounting.
2. All Class A SLC loop circuits, as required herein, shall have the supply and return ‘loop’
cables installed in separate raceways to insure survivability except as noted herein.
a. On multi-story buildings each floor shall have a dedicated Class A SLC loop.
b. Minimum separation distance between the Class A SLC supply and return
raceways/cables shall be the corridor width, less 1-ft., for the floor being served by
the Class A SLC loop.
1) Exception: The supply and return Class A loop cables may occupy the same
raceway from the junction box where the SLC initiating device is mounted
for a maximum distance of 6-ft. where they shall enter into a common
junction box where they shall be installed in separate raceways to the next
device on the loop, fire alarm terminal cabinet or fire alarm control panel.
c. As an option on multi-story buildings, the Class A SLC supply and return raceways
may be installed so that the Class A SLC loop cables terminate in fire alarm
terminal cabinets located at opposite ends of the floor being served by a Class A
SLC loop. From the terminal cabinets on each floor the supply and return loop
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cables shall be installed in raceways containing only SLC cables and shall be
routed to the next fire alarm terminal cabinet on a lower floor or directly back to the
fire alarm control panel.
d. The supply and return Class A SLC loop cables/raceways shall be kept separated
back to within 10-ft. from where they enter the fire alarm control panel.
C. Wiring within Enclosures: Separate power-limited and non-power-limited conductors as
recommended by the manufacturer.
1. All wiring and splices shall be made using terminal blocks. Crimp type connectors or
‘wire nuts’ connectors are prohibited.
2. All terminal block screws shall have pressure wire connectors of the self-lifting or box lug
type.
3. All terminal blocks shall be securely fastened in place using screws. Adhesive tape or
glue will not be acceptable.
4. Run fire alarm system wiring in dedicated raceway system containing only fire alarm
system wiring.
5. Install conductors parallel with or at right angles to sides and back of the enclosure.
6. Bundle, lace, and train conductors to terminal points with no excess.
7. Connect conductors that are terminated, spliced, or interrupted in any enclosure
associated with the fire alarm system to terminal blocks.
8. All doors of all enclosures shall contain a green insulated #12 copper conductor bonding
the enclosure to the door. This shall not impede opening of the door to 180 degrees.
9. Mark each terminal according to the system’s wiring diagrams.
10. Make all connections with approved crimp-on terminal spade lugs, screw terminal blocks,
or plug connectors.
11. Label all wires at all termination points.
12. Label inside of enclosure with 120 VAC source panel board and circuit number.
3.4 IDENTIFICATION
A. Identify system components, wiring, cabling, and terminals. Comply with requirements for
identification specified in Division 26 Section "Identification for Electrical Systems."
1. All system wiring shall be labeled at each termination point or splice.
B. Identify each enclosure with an engraved, red, laminated, phenolic-resin nameplate with
lettering not less than 1 inch (25 mm) high. Identify individual components and modules within
cabinets with permanent labels.
C. Install Instructions frame in a location visible from the FACP.
D. Label Central FACP with engraved label indicating panel location, panel name, and circuit
number of power source to FACP.
E. It is understood that the room names and numbers shown on the contract document may
change prior to the final acceptance of the building by the Owner.
1. The installing contractor shall coordinate with the Owner and/or the General Contractor
the final room names and numbers for the entire building. This shall occur prior to the
final Engineer’s acceptance testing.
2. The FACP programming and subsequent display readouts shall indicate these room
names, numbers and identical device addresses in order as follows:
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a. Device type.
b. Equipment or unit number associated with the device whenever applicable.
c. Location by room number.
d. Device address number.
3.5 GROUNDING
A. Ground fire-alarm control unit and associated circuits; comply with IEEE 1100. Install a ground
wire from main service ground to fire-alarm control unit.
B. Ground the enclosure doors using a green insulated #12 grounding conductor attached to the
enclosure housing and the door. Install so that the door is free to swing open 180- degrees.
C. The Fire Alarm Control Panel shall be grounded to the AC supply source with an insulated
equipment grounding conductor installed and routed in the same raceway with the AC branch
circuit conductors feeding the Fire Alarm Control Panel.
3.6 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Field tests shall be witnessed by the Owner Representative and/or the Engineer of Record.
B. Tests and inspections.
1. Manufacturer's Field Service: The trained and certified person who terminates and
programs the system shall be required to perform all field testing as described within
these specifications.
C. Contractor/Manufacturer Representative Tests and Inspections:
1. Visual Inspection: Conduct visual inspection prior to testing.
a. Inspection shall be based on completed Record Drawings and system
documentation that is required by NFPA 72 in its "Completion Documents,
Preparation" Table in the "Documentation" Section of the "Fundamentals of Fire
Alarm Systems" Chapter.
b. Comply with "Visual Inspection Frequencies" Table in the "Inspection" Section of
the "Inspection, Testing and Maintenance" Chapter in NFPA 72; retain the
"Initial/Reacceptance" column and list only the installed components.
2. System Testing: Comply with "Test Methods" Table in the "Testing" Section of the
"Inspection, Testing and Maintenance" Chapter in NFPA 72.
3. Test audible appliances for the public operating mode according to manufacturer's written
instructions. Perform the test using a portable sound-level meter complying with Type 2
requirements in ANSI S1.4.
4. Test audible appliances for the private operating mode according to manufacturer's
written instructions.
5. Test visible appliances for the public operating mode according to manufacturer's written
instructions.
6. Factory-authorized service representative shall prepare the "Fire Alarm System Record of
Completion" in the "Documentation" Section of the "Fundamentals of Fire Alarm
Systems" Chapter in NFPA 72.
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D. Reacceptance Testing: Perform reacceptance testing to verify the proper operation of added or
replaced devices and appliances.
E. The engineer shall then be informed by written notification that the system is complete per plans
and specifications that the 100% system test was completed and is ready for the Engineer’s
acceptance test.
F. Fire-alarm system will be considered defective if it does not pass tests and inspections.
G. The Contractor shall notify the Engineer two (2) weeks in advance to schedule the Engineer’s
acceptance test of the completed system.
H. Engineer of Record Test and Inspections:
1. The Engineer, in the presence of the contractor and an authorized factory-trained
representative of the manufacturer who terminated and programmed the fire alarm
system, shall perform an acceptance test to verify compliance with the plans,
specifications and applicable codes.
2. The contractor shall assist the engineer with the test.
3. The test shall be directed and controlled by the Engineer.
4. The contractor shall provide two-way radios, ladders and any other materials needed to
test the system (smoke candles, approved test smoke, etc.).
I. After the Engineers acceptance test has been successfully completed and all deficiencies have
been corrected, conduct a system test at final inspection as directed by State Construction
Office representative. The installing contractor shall then provide specific documentation for the
fire alarm system. This documentation shall include but is not limited to the following:
1. System Status and Program Printout.
2. System Operation Matrix.
3. As-Built Drawings.
4. Two Bound Copies of General System Information for the Owner.
5. For buildings with a smoke control or smoke purge system, an HVAC balance report in
the smoke control/purge mode.
J. After testing and correction of deficiencies have been completed the contractor shall provide
site specified FACP programming on a diskette or CD as appropriate for review. This process
shall be repeated until there are no further errors or corrections to the database.
3.7 FINAL DOCUMENTATION
A. After all system corrections have been made provide to the engineer the following
documentation.
1. Riser diagram(s) showing all fire alarm panels, power booster panels, fire alarm devices
and terminal boxes. The diagram shall represent how the devices are connected to the
fire alarm system and shall be suitable for trouble shooting the fire alarm system
connections.
2. Documentation shall be provided in CAD file format compatible with the engineer’s CAD
files for the project.
3. The contractor shall make all corrections to the file(s) as directed by the engineer.
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3.8 GUARANTEE
A. All wiring, etc., shall be in strict accordance with the local Electrical Code requirements and
shall have the written approval of all public authorities having jurisdiction. The Contractor shall
guarantee all equipment and wiring free from inherent mechanical and electrical defects for a
period of one (1) year from date of installation. The final connection between the equipment
and wiring system and all programming shall be made under the direct supervision of a qualified
technical representative of the manufacturer. All products of combustion detectors shall have
sensitivities set by Factory Trained Technician, and results submitted to the Engineer.
3.9 DEMONSTRATION
A. Engage a factory-authorized service representative to train Owner's maintenance personnel to
adjust, operate, and maintain fire-alarm system.
3.10 TRAINING
A. Training shall cover the following topics at a minimum:
1. Preventative maintenance service techniques and schedules, including historical data
trending of alarm and trouble records.
2. Overall system concepts, capabilities, and functions. Training shall be in-depth, so that
the owner shall be able to add or delete devices to the system and to take any device out
of service and return any device to service without need for Manufacturer’s approval.
3. Explanation of all control functions, including training to program and operate the system
software.
4. Methods and means of troubleshooting and replacement of all field wiring and devices.
5. Methods and procedures for troubleshooting the main fire alarm control panel, including
field peripheral devices as to programming, bussing systems, internal panel and unit
wiring, circuitry and interconnections.
6. Manuals, drawings, and technical documentation. Actual system software used for
training shall be provided on 3 ½ inch floppy disk or CD and shall be left with the Owner
at the completion of training for the Owner’s use in the future.
PART 4 - NFPA FORMS
4.1 FIRE ALARM SYSTEM CERTIFICATION OF COMPLETION.
A. Complete the latest revised NFPA 72-2013, Figure 4.5.2.1, “Record of Completion” Form.
1. On the form, place the installers name and NICET number or factory authorized
certification number of installing technician who is responsible for certifying the
installation of the fire alarm system.
B. Submit to Engineer for review prior to Engineer’s scheduled acceptance testing.
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