Chapter 3 Component Description; Introduction; In Cylinder Valve - Kidde Fire Systems ECS Manual

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INTRODUCTION

This chapter provides a functional description of the modules and assemblies in the Kidde ECS
System.
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3 in Cylinder Valve

In 2001, Kidde Fire Systems added a 3 inch discharge valve to its product line. This valve
replaces the 2½ inch valves previously used on the 600 lb cylinder and is a standard fitting for
the 900 lb cylinder assemblies (also new for the year 2001). A number of distinct differences
between the 1½ inch, 2 inch and 2½ inch valves and the new 3 inch valve are detailed in this
manual (see Paragraph 3-3.1, Paragraph 3-3.7.2, Paragraph 3-3.7.10, Paragraph 4-3.21,
Paragraph 6-2.3 and Paragraph 6-2.8). Data relating to the 600 lb cylinder assembly with a
2½ inch valve is included in this manual and is indicated by the reference "old style". For
information on the availability of obsolete products, including spare parts, please contact the
factory or your Kidde Representative.
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CHAPTER 3
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
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Component Description
October 2014