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Automist Smartscan Hydra ® Design, Installation, Operation and Maintenance (DIOM) Manual Version 3.10.0 The Smartscan Hydra DIOM Manual is designed to provide stakeholders with essential information regarding specification, installation, maintenance, and commissioning of the Automist fire protection device.
DIOM Manual - version 3.01.0 ® S M A R T S C A N Contents INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMIST SMARTSCAN HYDRA ....................6 Introduction ................................7 Automist Smartscan Hydra ............................. 8 System Diagram ............................... 9 Water Supply Components (in required order) ....................10 Scope ..................................
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Stainless Steel Piping (alternative to high pressure hose) ................46 Hoses, Piping support ............................46 Detection Devices ..............................47 Compatible detectors/alarms ..........................48 Plumis Wireless Smoke Heat Alarm (DT01) ...................... 49 Pump with an output relay (AP10) ........................50 Integration with other alarm systems....................... 50 Domestic ..............................50 Residential ..............................
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® S M A R T S C A N Plumis Wireless Smoke Heat Alarm (DT01) Installation and Battery replacement ........64 B) Second Fix - Installing the controller ....................... 65 C) Second Fix - Installing the sprayhead(s) and pump ..................66 D) Second Fix - Connecting the Water Supply .....................
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DIOM Manual - version 3.01.0 ® S M A R T S C A N Repair ..................................100 Troubleshooting ..............................100 Returning equipment to Plumis - RMA ......................105 Warranty ................................105 APPENDIX A ................................107 APPENDIX B ................................109 APPENDIX C ................................112 Example Design Specification ..........................
The content in this manual may differ from the product and is subject to change without prior • notice. It is recommended to check you have the latest version of the DIOM from the Plumis website before proceeding. Follow all warnings, cautions and instructions contained in this manual.
When triggered by a Plumis multi-sensor wireless alarm or a wired detector, all the linked sprayheads will begin scanning. They start measuring the temperatures within the room using an infrared sensor.
® S M A R T S C A N System Diagram WRAS approved isolation valve Automist Smartscan Hydra supply label & cable tie WRAS approved ¾” single check valve (AC03) Filter (AC03) and bracket (P0001_D) PRV (P0001) (AC03) An optional hose is included in the kit for when the valve is too close to the wall ¾”...
Smartscan Hydra when installed in residential and domestic dwellings. It primarily covers the systems use for life safety but might also provide property protection. Automist Smartscan Hydra has been independently, third party tested by Exova Warrington Fire to confirm that it meets the performance requirements of BS 8458 2015, as validated by BSI Verification Certificate VC 71258.
This DIOM does not intend to cover all design requirements and the potential changes to category and resilience of the system to cover all circumstances of use and risk. In case of doubt, Plumis and/or a chartered fire engineer should be consulted regarding the most suitable specification of the system and a fire safety strategy should be drawn up to support the proposals for the specific case.
Automist was tested against the fire performance in BS 8458 at Warrington fire. Warrington fire operates a quality system in accordance with BS EN ISO/IEC 17025:2017 as required by BS 8458:2015. For more details see: Automist Smartscan Hydra Exova Warrington test report - BS 8458: 2015: Annex B, Method for •...
• Automist Smartscan Hydra supports up to 6 sprayheads per pump and controller pair. The extent of Automist coverage should be provided in all parts of the dwelling, except for the following areas, which may be excluded unless required by a fire strategy or risk assessment:...
Automist Design Guidelines A single Automist Smartscan Hydra sprayhead has a 6m range in front and 4m range along the wall. The spray pattern acknowledges it is easier for us to address fires in front of the sprayhead as opposed to alongside it.
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The sprayhead is engraved with KEEP CLEAR and DO NOT COVER. Our installers are also trained to instruct the occupant how the system works and give simple guidelines of use. Plumis also leave a tag on the sprayhead upon completion of installation and encourage the user to visit our website so they can learn more about its operation and register online.
(relocating or adding an additional head) and inform Plumis. This feedback helps Plumis to keep its preferred positions principles in line with how people use their homes, ensures we keep questioning if the assumptions are correct, and can improve our recommendations for the future.
As per the Authorised Reseller Installer (ARI) contract obligation the ARI must: • Submit complete and accurate technical documentation to Plumis including but not limited to, design layouts, Acknowledge and accepts that it shall remain fully responsible for all system designs and any deviations •...
Bar. Cold water use only. Sprayhead Location The Automist Smartscan Hydra Head is designed to be affixed into a rectangular hole (89+/-2mm wide x 117mm high) that is at least 57mm deep when using the “old work” clips provided on a vertical wall.
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As high as possible up to 40cm above countertop Figure 32: Automist Smartscan Hydra head positioned above kitchen worktop b) Everywhere else The sprayhead must be installed at a height of 1400 - 1450mm from the finished floor level in non-kitchen area.
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(non- kitchen area. Figure 33: Automist Smartscan Hydra sprayhead mounting hole (non-kitchen area) IMPORTANT! Automist should not be used in areas with a large (greater than 2 sqm) highly polished metal surface without a glass coating, such as a commercial kitchen, as the accuracy of the fire detection could be reduced.
UK for this type of system. As soon as completed, all supporting evidence will be made available publicly. In the meantime, Plumis has carried out in-house testing to verify component durability and reliability, following UL 2167 “Water Mist Nozzles for Fire Protection Service”: 6 - General Construction (6.2 and 6.5 not applicable as electronically controlled nozzle)
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Automist Smartscan Hydra DIOM Manual - version 3.01.0 ® S M A R T S C A N Wired detector Wireless detector Wireless detector Figure 34: Automist Smartscan Hydra data and alarm cable diagram Cable Plumis Manufacturer MFG Part Supplier Type...
Hydroscand (several locations in the UK) http://www.hydroscand.co.uk/ When installing flexible high-pressure hose behind plasterboard walls, Plumis recommends the hose is left free and unconstrained. This is because mounting the hose in a conduit or narrow groove within joists makes it more susceptible to perforation when subsequent building works are carried out. Flexible high- pressure hoses must be mounted as close to the ground as possible and within the wall.
Automist, although they can be integrated (see page 50). The use with other types of detection not sanctioned by Plumis could lead to death or injury. The system is designed to be triggered by compatible detectors/alarms only (see page 48).
An Apollo heat detector should only be chosen over and above a multisensory detector if it is not possible to use a multisensor detector as the type of substance encounter causes frequent false alarms. Use of heat detectors for code compliance should be verified with Plumis as this type of alarm is slower to react than multisensory detectors.
The Wireless Smoke Heat Alarm is a 3xAAA battery powered wireless alarm custom designed for use with an Automist Smartscan Hydra sprayhead only. The alarm has a built-in wireless transmitter, which communicates with the control panel via the sprayhead receivers. When smoke is detected, the alarm sounds a loud local alarm, and the built-in transmitter sends a signal to the control panel.
Valves A WRAS approved isolation valves is required so that the Automist Smartscan Hydra system can be shut off from the water main. All such valves must be labelled with the included warranty void anti-tamper sticker.
Alternatively, a flame proof enclosure (G0001_M) can be purchased from Plumis for the purpose of protection, to minimise the effect of a fire to the pump when it is in the room it is trying to protect.
We also monitor that the thermopile sensors are reading temperatures and all heads are ready to operate. Many options for such an alarm are available and Plumis recommends the purchase of an inexpensive alarm like the one in the following link: LED Power Cut Failure Outage Alert Automatic Alarm Warning Siren Indicator (ASIN - B01GE3NDB4) •...
• Electrical cable • PTFE tape During second fix: • A pressure gauge kit (CM01) (available from Plumis) • A commissioning kit (CM06) (available from Plumis) • A suitable tool for tightening BSP hoses, e.g. wrenches • A set of screwdrivers including Torx bits •...
The circuit supplying an Automist Smartscan Hydra unit must/should be protected by a C type breaker (C10’ or ‘C16’ for one unit (per pump), or ‘C20’ / ‘C32’ for two Automist Smartscan Hydra units). This must be on a C-type breaker, on an RCBO or an RCD protected circuit. The RCD/RCBO circuit must protect only the Automist Smartscan Hydra system and not be incorporated with any other circuit in the property.
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1.5 – 6 bar pressure static water pressure IMPORTANT! Before installation ensure the hoses are in line with Plumis guidelines. See Hoses, Piping and for high pressure hose specification on page 45. The maximum total length of high-pressure hoses is 60 m.
® S M A R T S C A N Plumis Wireless Smoke Heat Alarm (DT01) Installation and Battery replacement Once a suitable location is found, mount the alarm as follows: Refer to the diagram below and install the mounting base on the ceiling or on the wall (if permitted for the application) using the screw location as required.
See Figure 2 for installation sequence. • WRAS approved isolation valves are required so that the Automist Smartscan Hydra system can be shut off from the water main. All such valves must be labelled with the included warranty void anti-tamper sticker. This enables clear identification of any tampering with the water valve (note: spare stickers can be ordered from Plumis) Place sticker over valve body &...
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O-ring, and locking pin after removal. The Automist Smartscan Hydra pump unit must be housed close to a 3/4” BSP water supply with an approved isolation valve to the check valve. A synthetic rubber washer is supplied with each device to facilitate fitting to the flat-faced outlet.
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Washer Pump Figure 68: Automist Smartscan Hydra Water Assembly Order IMPORTANT! Do not install the filter directly to the pump. You must maintain the assembly order as described above! The new hose-sets supplied with the appliance are to be used and the old hose-sets must not be reused.
Figure 69 : The Automist Controller STOP Button: Pressing the STOP button during a fire condition will stop the Automist Smartscan Hydra pump for 2 minutes. After activation, the system will alarm for 12 minutes. During this time if at the end of the first 2 minutes (during the last 10 minutes), an alarm triggers the system will reactivate.
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IMPORTANT! The controller lid must be screwed closed when performing this procedure. When Automist Smartscan Hydra is powered up for the first time the YELLOW LED will remain solid to indicate that the system has not been commissioned. Commissioning is a simple programmed procedure which allows Automist Smartscan Hydra to be tested.
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By leaving an installed system with pressures outside the specified range, you might become liable for deaths or injuries. If the achieved output pressure is outside the specified range, refer to the commissioning troubleshooting guide (see page 100) and contact Plumis if the situation cannot be resolved.
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The high-pressure hose must be cleared of water by connecting a bicycle pump or a suitable compressor pump (see page 86) to the Plumis supplied attachment that is connected to the test point.
Place the two warning stickers and the commissioning label: • Label the separate circuit on the distribution board Label the alarm that triggers Automist Smartscan Hydra, preferably near the test button • • Complete the installer commissioning label and affix to your Automist Smartscan Hydra pump.
Once the system is commissioned ALARM TEST MODE allows you to test the alarms in the home without activating Automist Smartscan Hydra, by causing the paired heads to begin scanning. IMPORTANT! The scanning should be smooth. Watch to see the head movement is consistent.
50 mm deep within a wall • Automist Smartscan Hydra may be protected by an RCD or RCBO, but this protection must not be shared with other circuits. Therefore, Automist Smartscan Hydra must be connected to the non- protected side of the consumer unit.
Head placement matches the layout drawing supplied with the commissioning form. • The coverage must be in line with Plumis Guidelines and the guidance in this DIOM. Any deviations must be justified by the Designer and agreed in written with the AHJ.
This mode was created to address the fire returning after the occupant believes it has been extinguished. When in this mode do not switch off the power or it will reset the 12-minute timer. If the alarm condition has ended, Automist Smartscan Hydra will return to an uncommissioned state and requires full recommissioning.
(on page 107), offer them a solution (relocating or adding an additional head) and inform Plumis. This feedback helps Plumis keep our preferred positions principles are in line with how people use their homes and can improve our recommendations for the future.
Pour out any stagnant water into a bucket. If this is more than a pint, please take a photo and contact Plumis, as this could be evidence of a faulty solenoid valve on the pump. If you suspect a leak dry the area and place a dry paper towel down and observe after 10 minutes.
Take care not to touch the PCB. Do not over tighten the terminals. The latest version of the software is uploaded to the datalogger once a year by Plumis. Locate the controller within the customer’s house. Common locations include near the RCD. Check that only the controller green LED is lit, showing the controller is powered with no errors.
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Flasher. Watch the Flasher display, it will say "Erasing", then "Programming", and finally "OK". Note: If the red "ERROR" is displayed, please check your connection, and retry. If it persists, contact Plumis R&D for advice. Note: The Hydra heads will lock and start flashing red x4. The heads will remain like this until we reset the controller in the next section.
(see page 75). Cleaning The Automist Smartscan Hydra wall-mounted head must be wiped clean with a damp cloth. Do not attempt to clean with any other chemical cleaners or abrasives To clean your alarm, remove it from the mounting base. N.B. This will trigger a tamper error on the controller.
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1.5 bar. If the flow is close to or below 8 lpm, the mains pressure may be too low for Automist Smartscan Hydra to operate correctly, or there may be constrictions in the water supply.
Plumis Ltd offers a parts only warranty for its products to be free from defects under normal residential use for a period of two years from the date that the installation is approved by Plumis. If annual servicing is kept up to date, then this warranty is extended to four years. This warranty is limited to repair or replacement of units returned to Plumis Ltd according to our return procedure.
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Date Type Code compliance or elective e.g. BLU234 e.g. Ms Smith e.g. 01/01/2020 upgrade e.g. Plumis Ltd, Unit 4, Phoenix Trading Estate, Bilton Rd, Perivale, Greenford UB6 7DZ Address Property Type New Build 1-2 Storey 3 Storey 4+ Storey Flat...
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