Reliable PrePaK DDX Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual
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- Page 1 PrePaK™ Factory Assembled Fully Integrated Systems Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual Bulletin 761 March 2023 www.reliablesprinkler.com/valves-systems/PrePaK-systems/ PN 9999970797...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
IMPORTANT: This manual is provided to assist with the installation, operation, and maintenance of the Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Company PrePaK™. It is imperative that this manual be completely read and understood before installation or use of the product. Save this manual for future reference. - Page 3 List of Figures 1. Introduction The Reliable Model DDX PrePaK™ is a completely self-contained, supervised system that can be readily installed within a floor space (not including door swing) of 4.7 ft (0.43 m ) for 2” through 4” systems, and 6.5 ft (0.60 m...
- Page 4 Standard PrePaK™ Dimensions Figure 1 Nitrogen Generator PrePaK™ Dimensions Figure 2...
- Page 5 Figure 3 Product: Model DDX Type D Single/Double Interlock Preaction System The Reliable Model DDX Type D preaction system is an electric release system that incorporates a 24VDC normally closed so- RELEASING CIRCUIT lenoid valve on the deluge valve releasing trim. The solenoid valve is energized by a listed release control panel and detection DISABLE SWITCH system when the appropriate type and number of events have occurred to satisfy the panel program.
- Page 6 Model DDX Type F Double Interlock System Components Figure 4 Product: Model DDX Type F Double Interlock Preaction System RELEASING CIRCUIT The Reliable Model DDX Type F double interlock preaction system is an electric/pneumatic release system that incorporates a MODEL LP PNEUMATIC DISABLE SWITCH TO AIR/NITROGEN...
- Page 7 Model DDX-LP Low Pressure Dry System Components Figure 5 Product: Model DDX-LP Low Pressure Dry Pipe System DRY PILOT LINE The Reliable Model DDX-LP is a dry pipe system that incorporates a low-pressure dry pilot actuator on the deluge valve releas- SUPERVISORY/ALARM ing trim. SWITCH...
- Page 8 Figure 7 Product: Model DDX Deluge System, Wet Pilot Line Detection The Reliable Model DDX deluge system with wet pilot trim is a mechanical release system that incorporates a hydraulic pilot (detection) line directly connected to the deluge valve releasing trim.
- Page 9 THERMAL DETECTORS The Reliable Model DDX deluge system with dry pilot trim is a mechanical release system that incorporates a pneumatic pilot (detection) line connected to the deluge valve releasing trim. The Model LP dry pilot actuator serves to separate the dry pilot DRY PILOT LINE piping from the hydraulic pressure in the deluge valve releasing trim.
- Page 10 Figure 9 Product: Model DDX Deluge System, Electric Detection The Reliable Model DDX deluge system with electric trim is an electric release system that incorporates a 24VDC normally RELEASING CIRCUIT closed solenoid valve on the releasing trim. The solenoid valve is energized by a listed release control panel and detection DISABLE SWITCH system when the appropriate type and number of events have occurred to satisfy the panel program.
- Page 11 Product: Model DDX Single Interlock Preaction System, Dry Pilot Line Detection The Reliable Model DDX single interlock preaction system with dry pilot trim is a mechanical release system that incorporates a pneumatic pilot (detection) line connected to the deluge valve releasing trim. The Model LP dry pilot actuator serves to separate the dry pilot piping from the hydraulic pressure in the deluge valve releasing trim.
- Page 12 Product: Model DDX Single Interlock Preaction System, Wet Pilot Line Detection The Reliable Model DDX single interlock preaction system with wet pilot trim is a mechanical release system that incorporates a hydraulic pilot (detection) line directly connected to the deluge valve releasing trim.
- Page 13 THERMAL DETECTORS The Reliable Model DDX Type PL double interlock preaction system is a mechanical release system that incorporates a dual- chamber low-pressure dry pilot actuator on the deluge valve releasing trim. Both chambers of the dry pilot actuator must...
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Page 14: Placement And Anchoring
Reliable PrePaK compliant with OSHPD Special Seismic Certification Preapproval (SDS(g) = 2.5 and z/h = 1). One kit is required for each PrePaK™; please reference Reliable Caution Sheet 331 for full details. Based upon the type of system and options selected, some or all the following electrical devices are factory-wired to a... - Page 15 Factory Installed Electrical Devices Figure 14 Potter PFC4410-RC Releasing Control Panel Figure 15 TO 24VDC TERMINAL BOX FROM 120/220VAC TERMINAL BOX 24VDC TERMINAL BOX (MANUAL PULL STATION FOR SYSTEM SETUP IS INCLUDED AIR COMPRESSOR LED (ONLY WITH WHEN SYSTEM PRESSURE OPTIONAL NITROGEN INCORPORATES A SOLENOID SWITCH...
- Page 16 Pressure and Tamper Switch Wiring Figure 16 Solenoid and Air Compressor Wiring Figure 17 RELEASING CIRCUIT DISABLE SWITCH (RCDS) ELECTRIC ENCLOSURE LOW AIR SUPERVISORY WATER FLOW ALARM LOW NITROGEN CYLINDER SOLENOID PRESSURE SWITCH PRESSURE SWITCH PRESSURE SWITCH VALVE WIRED TO ZONE #4 IN RELEASING WIRED TO ZONE #3 IN RELEASING WIRED TO AUXILIARY POWER CONTROL PANEL WHEN SO...
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Page 17: Field Wiring: Units With Releasing Control Panel
Optional CoilKeeper™ Wiring Figure 18 8. Field Wiring: Units with Releasing Control Panel This section provides basic information regarding low voltage field wiring. For PrePaK™ units provided with an integral Potter PFC-4410 Releasing Control Panel, all input and output functions are factory wired (mapped) to a watertight junction box located in the interior upper left corner of the unit. - Page 18 24VDC Terminal Box (Units with Integral Panel) Figure 19 C. Local Monitoring NOTE: FACTORY WIRING SHOWN IN BLACK. Control valve tamper switch(es), system pressure switch, and water flow alarm switch are factory wired no additional field FIELD WIRING (BY OTHERS) wiring is necessary.
- Page 19 Class A Detector Circuit Wiring Example Figure 20 Class B Detector Circuit Wiring Example Figure 21 NOTE: FACTORY WIRING SHOWN IN BLACK. NOTE: FACTORY WIRING SHOWN IN BLACK. FIELD WIRING (BY OTHERS) SHOWN IN RED. MANUAL FIELD WIRING (BY OTHERS) SHOWN IN RED. EMERGENCY MANUAL 24VDC TERMINAL...
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Page 20: Releasing Control Panel Programming
Output Device (Notification) Wiring Example Figure 22 9. Releasing Control Panel Programming The information in the following table applies ONLY to units provided with an integral Potter PFC-4410RC releasing control panel. Program selection and/or programming of separate, approved releasing control panels should only be done by qualified personnel knowledgeable in the specific operation of each type of system. - Page 21 Single Interlock, Single Zone Detection Potter Program #6 Single Interlock, Cross-Zoned Detection Potter Program #7 (Also used for Type F Double Interlock Preaction Single Zone Detection) (Also used for Type F Double Interlock Preaction Cross-Zoned Detection) 1. Apply power to panel. 5.
- Page 22 Single Interlock Preaction, New York City Custom Program Type D Double Interlock Preaction, Single Zone Detection, Program #9 1. Apply power to the panel. 12. Press the SET button. 1. Apply power to the panel. 5. Press the FUNCTION button until the display 2.
- Page 23 Electric Release Deluge, Single Zone Detection, Program #5 Electric Release Deluge, Cross-Zoned Detection, Program #2 1. Apply power to the panel. 5. Press the FUNCTION button until the display reads 1. Apply power to the panel. 5. Press the FUNCTION button until the display reads 2.
- Page 24 24VDC Terminal Box (Units without Integral Panel) Figure 23 10. Field Wiring: Units Without Releasing Control Panel For PrePaK™ units provided without an integral release panel, a separate listed and approved releasing control panel must be provided by others to perform detection, release, local notification, and monitoring functions. All factory installed electrical devices in the PrePaK™...
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Page 25: Addressable Fire Alarm Systems
Reliable PrePaK™ units are easily adaptable for use with addressable fire alarm systems by utilizing the following modules Except for electric release deluge and wet pilot line deluge systems, all Reliable PrePaK™ cabinet mounted systems require air compatible with the specific brand of addressable system: or nitrogen pressure for operation and/or supervision. -
Page 26: Resetting System
Allow pneumatic pressure to stabilize, and place air or nitrogen supply into automatic operation. Reliable Type D, Type F, and DDX-LP PrePaK™ up to 6” (150mm) size are available with an optional, fully integrated South-Tek c. For systems using a solenoid valve: De-energize (close) the solenoid by resetting the releasing control panel. -
Page 27: Inspections
The Reliable PrePaK™and associated equipment shall periodically be given a thorough inspection. NFPA 25 “Inspection, The Reliable PrePaK™ and associated equipment shall periodically be given a thorough test. NFPA 25 “Inspection, Testing and Testing and Maintenance of Water Based Fire Protection Systems” provides minimum inspection requirements. System Maintenance of Water Based Fire Protection Systems”... - Page 28 Reliable Technical Services department may be reached at 800-557-2726, or via email at techserv@reliablesprinkler.com. and/or the authority having jurisdiction. The Reliable PrePaK™ and associated equipment shall regularly maintained. NFPA 25 “Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Notes: Water Based Fire Protection Systems” provides minimum maintenance requirements. System components shall be maintained in accordance with the latest requirements of NFPA 25.
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