SECTION 15300 FIRE PROTECTION 00000000PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION: A.

The Work under this section shall include providing all materials, labors and plants to furnish and install fire protection system as shown on the drawings and specified herein.

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REFERENCES: A. SASO Saudi Arabian Standards Organization SASO 37 SASO 38 SASO 63 SASO 64 SASO 81 SASO 125 SASO 314 SASO 418 SASO 419 SASO 420 SASO 594 SASO 647 SASO 859 SASO 986 Steel carbon dioxide cartridges for fire extinguishers Methods of test for steel carbon dioxide cartridges for fire extinguishers Fire extinguishers - Part 1: Steel portable carbon dioxide fire extinguishers Test methods for portable fire extinguishers Fire extinguishers part 2: bromochlarodifluore-methane fire extinguishers Portable

Fire extinguishers - Part 4: Portable dry powder extinguishers Industrial safety and health regulations Part 2: Buildings - sections 2.7, 2.8 and 2.9 - fire protection Methods of testing mobile fire extinguishers Fire extinguisher - Part 5: Mobile carbon dioxide fire extinguishers Fire extinguisher - Part 6: Mobile dry-powder extinguishers. Methods of testing fire extinguishing dry chemical powder - Multipurpose phosphate Fire extinguishing Multipurpose phosphate. Threaded steel pipes Electrical installation of buildings - Part 4: Protection for safety - Section (482): protection against fire. dry chemical powder -

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ANSI - American National Standard Institute: ANSI B1.20.1 ANSI B16.1 ANSI B16.3 Pipe Threads Cast Iron Flanges and Flanged Fittings class 25, 125, 250 and 800 Malleable-Iron screwed Fittings 150 and 300 Pound

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ASTM - American Society for Testing and Materials: ASTM A 53 Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, (Galvanized), Welded and Seamless. Zinc Coated

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NFPA - National Fire Protection Association: NFPA 10 NFPA 13 NFPA 14 NFPA 20 NFPA 101 NFPA 1961 NFPA 1963 Portable Fire Extinguishers Installation of Sprinkler Systems. Standpipe and Hose Systems. Fire Protection Equipment. Life Safety Code. Fire Hose. Screw Threads and Gaskets for Fire Hose Connections.

E.

UL - Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. UL 299 UL 711 Dry-Chemical Fire Extinguishers. Rating and Fire Testing of fire extinguishers.

F.

UBC Uniform Building Code. Section 905 Section 906 Smoke Control. Smoke and Heat Venting.

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SUBMITTALS: A. B. C. D. Material and equipment information: Shall include catalog cuts and technical data for each component or device used in the system. The contractor shall provide information outlining the operation and maintenance procedures that will be required by Engineer. Sequence of operation, electrical schematics and connection diagrams shall be provided. Shop Drawings: Shop drawings shall indicate locations, installation details and operation details of all equipment associated with the fire protection systems.
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Certification and Guarantees: 1. 2. 3. Manufacturer's Guarantees for all proprietary equipment in brochure Certificate of Compliance. Test Reports.

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Operation and Maintenance Instructions: 1. 2. For all proprietary equipment and assemblies Valve Identification Brochure.

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WARRANTY: A. The Contractor shall furnish a written guarantee covering the satisfactory operation of the fire protection system in all its parts for a period of one (1) year after date of acceptance. During this period, the Contractor shall repair or replace any defective work and pay for any repair or replacement costs.

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QUALITY ASSURANCE: A. All the work specified in this section shall be installed in accordance with the applicable provisions of the following codes and standard: 1. 2. 3. Factory Mutual Laboratories (FM) Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

000PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 PIPES AND FITTINGS: A. Piping for fire hose cabinets and sprinkler system shall be galvanized steel pipe, welded, conforming to ASTM A 53, Type E, Grade A or B, Schedule 40, roll grooved ends. Fittings for pipes 2 inches dia. and smaller shall be malleable iron threaded type conforming to ANSI B16.3, Class 150. Fittings for pipes above 2 inches dia. shall be fire-lock fittings by VICTAULIC or approved equal with fire-lock couplings or as recommended by manufacturer. Sprinkler head connections shall be Snap-let By Victaulic or approved equal.

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Concealed piping in masonry walls shall be protected against corrosion with DENSO tape or approved equal corrosion resistant wrapping approved by the Engineer. All exposed piping shall be painted red with alkyd enamel paint complying with the requirements of Section 09900 - PAINTING.
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SURFACE MOUNTED STAINLESS STEEL FIRE HOSE CABINETS: A. Fire hose cabinets shall be constructed of 20 gauge steel box, 20 gauge tubular stainless steel door with 18 gauge stainless steel frame with a continuous stainless steel hinge. Fire hose cabinets shall be surface mounted type as shown on drawings. Cabinets shall be complete with 38 mm single fire hose rack assembly with 30 m long linen hose, angle valve, cast brass fog nozzle and 10 Lbs. multipurpose dry chemical portable fire extinguisher, as mentioned below. Stainless steel surfaces shall have satin finish. Exposed steel surfaces and all other all other components shall be powdered coated with electrostatically-applied thermally fused re-coatable red polyester finish. Cabinet shall have break glass vision panel or clear tempered safety glass door (full glass) as shown on drawings with identifying lettering. Fire hose rack assembly and all other components inside cabinet shall be UL listed. Cabinets shall be of size as shown on drawings.

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RECESSED MOUNTED STAINLESS STEEL FIRE HOSE CABINETS: A. Fire hose cabinets shall be constructed of 20 gauge steel box, 20 gauge tubular stainless steel door with 18 gauge stainless steel frame with a continuous stainless steel hinge. Fire hose cabinets shall be recessed trimless type as shown on drawings. Cabinets shall be complete with 38 mm single fire hose rack assembly with 30 m long linen hose, angle valve, cast brass fog nozzle and 10 Lbs. multipurpose dry chemical portable fire extinguisher, as mentioned below. Stainless steel surfaces shall have satin finish. Exposed steel surfaces and all other all other components shall be powdered coated with electrostatically-applied thermally fused re-coatable red polyester finish. Cabinet shall have break glass vision panel or clear tempered safety glass door (full glass) as shown on drawings with identifying lettering. Fire hose rack assembly and all other components inside cabinet shall be UL listed. Cabinets shall be of size as shown on drawings. MULTI-PURPOSE PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS: A. Multi-purpose portable fire extinguishers shall be of red enamel steel shell, SASO 64 and SASO 647 compliant, UL Listed, FM approved, 4.5 kg (10 lbs.) capacity, Class A+B+C, multi-purpose dry chemical (Ammonium phosphate base) complete with squeeze grip discharge horn, pressure gauge and wall-mounted bracket.

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CARBON DIOXIDE PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS: A. Portable fire extinguishers shall be red glossy polyester-coated aluminum cylinder, SASO 63 compliant, UL Listed, 4.5 kg (10 lbs.) capacity, carbon dioxide agent used to provide protection against Class B and C fires, complete with squeeze grip, discharge horn and wall-mounted bracket.

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FLUSH FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTION: A. Fire department connection shall be UL Listed, wall type, cast brass six-way inlet body with drop clappers. Two polished brass 2-1/2 inch double female snoots with rigid end N.P.T. x pin lug hose thread swivels, plugs and chains, having NH standard threads, for the connection size as indicated or as specified in NFPA
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1963, and conforming to the local Fire Department requirements. Unit shall have wall escutcheon of polished cast brass, finish to match connections, with words both in English and Arabic "AUTO SPRINKLER - FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTION" in raised letters. 2.7 FIRE HOSE VALVE (FHV): A. Shall be UL Listed, FM approved suitable to be used as an auxiliary water supply by the fire service. Shall be single outlet furnished with polished brass round plate lettered WALL HYDRANT and female N.P.T. x male thread snoot with cap and chain. Threads conforming to the local Fire Department requirements. Size shall be 2-1/2 inch diameter.

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SPRINKLER SYSTEM: A. Sprinkler Heads: 1. General: Automatic sprinkler heads shall be UL and ULC Listed and FM approved, fusible element type. Sprinkler heads shall be with nominal 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) discharge orifice, 5.6 K-Factor, maximum working pressure of 175 psi, and temperature rating of 93 C for kitchen and 74 C for other areas. Sprinkler heads shall be located where shown on the drawings, and shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 13 Standards. Pendant Sprinkler Heads (Concealed): Shall be flush concealed sprinkler with brass sprinkler head and 92 mm dia. colored cover plate projecting maximum 4.76 mm below ceiling. Color of cover plate shall match the color of ceiling in that area. Sprinkler absorbs heat through ceiling plate which is secured to supporting ring by fusible alloy. At its rated temperature, the plate falls away and exposes the sprinkler to the direct heat from fire. Heat melts the fusible element, releasing water flow. Concealed type sprinklers shall be used where shown on drawings. 3. Pendant Sprinkler Heads (Recessed): Shall be recessed pendent type (adjustable), bright chrome, 2-3/8 inch length and 1-1/2 inch width (across frame arms). Each sprinkler head shall be provided with adjustable chrome plated recessed metal escutcheon, 3-1/4 inch dia; all nominal sizes. Fusible alloy element is sealed into bronze center strut by a stainless steel ball. When the alloy melts at its rated temperature, the ball is forced upward into center strut, releasing the two ejectors and operating the sprinkler. Upright Sprinkler Heads: Shall be bright chrome plated. Fusible alloy element is sealed into bronze center strut by a stainless steel ball. When the alloy melts at its rated temperature, the ball is forced upward into center strut, releasing the two ejectors and operating the sprinkler.

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Sidewall Sprinkler Heads: Shall be bright chrome, 2-3/8 inch length and 11/2 inch width (across frame arms). Sprinkler head shall be designed with a special deflector which causes most of water to be discharged to one side in manufacturer's standard pattern. Fusible alloy element is sealed into bronze center strut by a stainless steel ball. When the alloy melts at
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its rated temperature, the ball is forced upward into center strut, releasing the two ejectors and operating the sprinkler. B. Water Flow Indicators: 1. Water flow indicators shall be of the paddle flow clamp-on type with vane projecting into pipe through a hole drilled in pipe, instantly recycling retard, and adjustable time setting of 30 to 60 seconds. Unit shall be for operation on 220 volt, single phase, 60 hertz service with contacts for connection to main fire alarm panel.

C.

Floor Control Valve Assembly (FCVA): 1. Floor control valve assembly shall be the same as the Water flow indicator mentioned above and as detailed in Drawings.

D.

Valve Supervisory Switches: 1. Provide UL listed valve supervisory switches as required, arranged, to detect the open or closed position of control valves. Switches shall be attached to the various control valves being supervised and shall be complete with tamper switches, required trim, contacts for connection to main fire alarm panel and electrical characteristics compatible with those of the fire alarm system.

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Alarm Check Valve: 1. Shall be single-piece (trim-less) ductile iron valve body, as shown on the drawings, UL listed and FM approved. Valve shall be provided with all required accessories and trims including water pressure gauge and pressure switch for electric alarm to main fire alarm panel.

F.

Valve Identification: 1. Provide UL listed tags on all control drain, test and alarm valves in accordance with NFPA Standards No's. 13 and 14.

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FM-200 FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM: A. System Description and Operation: 1. The system shall be a total flooding FM-200 extinguishing system designed to provide a uniform concentration of 7% FM-200 as shown on the drawings and in accordance with NFPA 2001. The system shall be actuated by a dual-loop system of a combination of ionization smoke detectors. Automatic operation in each separate protected area shall be as follows: Actuation of one detector in either loop shall: a. b. Illuminate the respective zone (circuit) lamp on the control unit. Energize a pre-alarm audible bell signal associated with that area in which the detector was operated.
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Transmit a signal to the building's fire alarm system.

Actuation of a second detector in the other loop shall: a. b. c. d. Illuminate the respective zone circuit lamp on the control unit. Energize an evaluation audible horn signal associated with the area in which the detector was operated. Shut down the air conditioning system and/or close its damper. Actuate a time delay mechanism which shall delay release of the FM 200 for 30 seconds necessary for a warning alarm for a personnel to evacuate before release of FM 200.

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Discharge of the FM-200 shall de-energize computer equipment and power to rooms indicated on drawings. The system shall be capable of being actuated by manual discharge switches for each protected area. Operation of a manual discharge switch shall override all time delay and short devices in the system. The system shall include an emergency power back-up.

7. B.

Material and Equipment:

1. General Requirements: Materials and equipment shall be standard products of

the manufacturer's latest design and suitable to perform the functions intended.

2. Pipe: ASTM A 53 standard weight, Schedule 80, seamless galvanized steel

pipe.

3. Fittings: ANSI/ASME B16.3; Class 300, galvanized malleable iron, threaded. 4. Discharge Nozzles:
Manufacturers standard anodized aluminum nozzles designed to complete discharge of agent in 10 seconds, or less, size as shown on drawings. Nozzles shall be 360 degree pattern, UL listed, FM or LPCB approved and provided with internal threads.

5. Signs: Instruction signs complying with NFPA shall be provided in order to easily
understand the function of all devices. All signs shall be manufacturers standard durable plastic and backed with adhesive for easy installation. Signs shall be installed at all entrances to the protected area and near devices for which extra explanation is helpful or as required by the Engineer. C. Control and Supervisory Systems:

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An electrical control unit shall be provided to perform the functions necessary to operate the detection and FM 200 Fire Suppression System.

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The control unit shall be housed in a wall-mounted, sheet metal enclosure suitable for protecting electrical circuits. It shall be a NEMA Type 1 metal cabinet with hinged, locked doors. The control unit shall operate on voltage available on site, unless indicated otherwise on drawings. The FM-200 control unit shall control circuits to the detectors, time delays, control heads, manual discharge switches, alarm horns and lights, pressure switches and other required equipment. All such circuits shall be supervised so that a visible and audible trouble signal occurs at the control unit should a fault occur. The control unit shall supervise all FM-200 storage containers against loss of pressure. A pressure switch shall be located on each container and shall cause a visible and audible "trouble" alarm signal to the panel. The control unit shall supervise all circuitry for ground fault. This system shall utilize a time delay of 30 seconds to delay the release of the FM-200 after the control unit has received alarm signals from the detection circuits. The time delay shall be of solid-state electronic design, adjustable from 0 to 120 seconds. The timing circuit shall automatically reset when it is interrupted and restart at the beginning of the cycle when the interruption is removed. Abort switches shall be provided to prevent FM-200 discharge if such switches are actuated within the pre-discharge period. Manual pull stations shall have a cast metal housing with release configuration to prevent accidental system discharge. The detectors shall be spaced, located, etc. in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. The smoke detector shall have a status indicating LED for visual supervision. The sensitivity of the detector shall be monitored without removal of the detector head. The alarm bells shall operate on 24 volt polarized DC power. The alarm horns shall operate on 24 volt polarized DC power. All wiring shall be furnished and installed by the Contractor in accordance with applicable rules of the National Electrical Code.

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FM-200 Storage and Distribution: 1. 2. Each protected area shall have its own separate supply of FM-200. The FM-200 shall be stored in manufacturers standard welded steel painted containers, UL listed, FM or LPCB approved and suitable for the liquid clean agent having a natural vapor pressure of 458 kPa at 25 o C, and super-pressurized with dry nitrogen to 2048 kPa. at 21 oC to provide a quick and effective discharge in 10 seconds, or less. Each agent storage container shall be suitable for refilling and shall be equipped with a
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discharge valve assembly with fast acting rupture disc, safety plug, overpressure relief, fill port, pressure gauge, low pressure supervisory switch and liquid level indicator. Capacity of FM-200 storage containers shall be as shown on the drawings. 3. 4. 5. Each storage container shall be secured in place by steel retaining brackets. Discharge nozzles shall distribute the FM-200 throughout the protected area. All distribution piping shall be in accordance with the latest requirements listed in NFPA. The piping shall be securely supported by UL listed hangers with allowable for expansion and contraction. All reductions in pipe size must be made by using reducing fittings, reducer swaged nipples. Reducing bushings are not acceptable. All pipe lengths must be reamed, blow clear and swabbed with suitable solvents to remove burrs, mill varnish and cutting oil before assembly.

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CARBON - DIOXIDE FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM: A. Carbon dioxide shall be supplied from high-pressure cylinders and shall be stored in rechargeable containers designed to hold pressurized carbon dioxide in liquid form at atmospheric temperatures corresponding to a normal pressure of 5860 kilopascal at 21 degrees C 850 pounds per square inch (psi) at 70 degrees F. High-pressure cylinders shall be constructed, tested, and marked in accordance with SASO 37 & 38 for seamless steel cylinders. Each cylinder shall be provided with a safety device to relieve excess pressure safely, in advance of the rated cylinder test pressure. Devices shall be Interstate Commerce Commission approved frangible safety disks. Carbon dioxide cylinders shall be supported by suitable racks attached to walls and floor. Cylinder framing shall be fitted with a weighing bar bracket, weight bar, and direct-reading scale to weigh cylinders in place without deactivating the system. System shall be arranged for fully automatic, manually operated, and remotepushbutton electric control operation. Operating controls shall be the enclosed release type to prevent accidental operation. System shall be designed and constructed to include a fixed supply of carbon dioxide cylinders connected to properly sized, fixed piping with fittings and nozzles to direct this agent into an enclosure surrounding the hazard.

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FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM FOR KITCHEN HOODS: A. The fire suppression system shall be the dry chemical pre-engineered, piped, fixed nozzle type. The system shall be suitable for ventilating hoods and cooking appliances, and shall be specifically UL listed for the hazard and installed in
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accordance with NFPA 96. The system shall actuate automatically by heat sensitive detectors and shall also be provided with manual operation by strike push button. The system shall be complete with all required equipments and accessories including detectors, piping, fittings, nozzles, valves and chemical storage cylinder. The contractor shall also be fully responsible for design and shop drawings for the system and all shall be subject to approval of the Engineer; capacity of system shall be as required. 2.12 0VALVES: A. 2.13 Refer to Section 15100 - VALVES.

PUMPS: A. Refer to Section 15453 - PUMPS.

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PIPE HANGERS AND SUPPORTS: A. Refer to Section 15140 - HANGERS AND SUPPORTS.

00PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 INSTALLATION: A. Installation shall be made in accordance with the applicable National Fire Protection Association Standards. All equipment and devices used shall be listed in either the UL Fire Protection List or the Factory Mutual Approval Guide. Installation of the fire protection systems shall be made in strict accordance with NFPA 12A, 70, 72A, 72E and 2001. The fire protection system shall be installed by an experienced firm regularly engaged in the installation of fire extinguishing systems; firm shall be subject to Engineer's approval. Installation shall also comply with the requirements of Section 15050 - BASIC PIPING MATERIALS AND METHODS. Seal all pipe penetrations of fire barriers (walls and slabs) using fire barrier penetration seals as specified in relevant Section of the Specifications or as approved by the Engineer. System Inspection and Checkouts: 1. After installation is complete the system shall be inspected by factorytrained personnel in accordance with the manufacturer's recommended procedures, in the presence of Engineer.

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INSPECTION AND TESTING: A. Tests shall demonstrate that entire system functions as intended. Tests shall be carried out in accordance with applicable requirements of NFPA. Discharge tests shall be conducted for each area; each area shall be tested separately. Piping system shall be capped and subjected to minimum static water pressure of 1.5 times designed working pressure and maintained for two hours with no leaks or loss of pressure. After performance test, complete the necessary adjustments
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and reset the control and equipment. END OF SECTION

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