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Obstructions and obstacles
Obstructions and obstacles may compromise sprinkler discharge patterns which are critical for proper fire protection.
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NEVER attach items to sprinklers or hang items from the ceiling in an area protected with sprinklers.
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NEVER install walls in areas protected with sprinklers without having a specialized company verifying the design of
the sprinkler system.
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ALWAYS remove obstructions and obstacles to sprinkler spray patterns.
Sprinkler systems that have been subjected to a fire
Sprinkler systems that have been subjected to a fire must be returned to service as soon as possible.
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After an event of fire, the entire sprinkler system must be inspected for damage and repaired as necessary.
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Refer to the minimum requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction for replacement of sprinklers.
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Consider the employment of a fire patrol as long as the sprinkler system is out of service.
Inspections and testing
The owner is responsible for having the sprinklers inspected and tested according to standards of the applicable
approval body and to the requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction to maintain proper operating condition of the
system.
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Sprinklers must be inspected on a regular basis for corrosion, mechanical damage, obstructions, paint, etc.
Frequency of inspections may vary due to corrosive atmospheres, water supplies, and activity around the sprinkler.
The applicable approval body or Authority Having Jurisdiction may require sprinklers to be replaced after a specified
term of service.
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Refer to the standards of the applicable approval body, such as NFPA, FM, VdS, or LPCB, and the requirements of
the Authority Having Jurisdiction for detailed inspection, testing and replacements requirements.
Sprinklers removed from the system for testing or for any other purpose must be replaced according to section 4.
4. REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT
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WARNING
Removal and replacement of sprinklers by insufficiently qualified personnel poses the risk of fatal consequences in case
of fire.
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Removal or replacement of sprinklers must be performed by qualified personnel familiar with safe practices and
applicable and recognized design and installation standards issued, for example, by NFPA, FM, VdS, or LPCB, and
trained how to properly perform the installation procedures.
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WARNING
Removal and replacement of sprinklers will temporarily eliminate the fire protection capabilities of the sprinkler system.
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Consider the employment of a fire patrol in the affected area.
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Prior to proceeding, notify all Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
F_031022 Rev 01 August 25, 2022
Operation and Maintenance
Instructions
Model XT-1 Sprinklers
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