SINORIX™ Fire Extinguishing System

Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual

Model CPY-35
Model CPY-70
Model CPY-150
Model CPY-250
Model CPY-375
Model CPY-560
Model CPY-1200

Siemens Building Technologies

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION ______________________________________________________________________ 1-1
Introduction 1-1
Hardware of the System 1-1
Cylinder Valves 1-1
Cylinder Valve Controls 1-3
Cylinder Brackets 1-7
Agent Distribution Devices 1-10
Accessory Equipment 1-13
Storage Cylinders 1-15
Manifolding 1-15

2 SINORIX™ 227 _______________________________________________________________________ 2-1

HFC-227ea Properties 2-1
Personnel Safety 2-1
Thermal Decomposition Products 2-2
System Components 2-3
Cylinders 2-3
Nozzles 2-4
System Design 2-10
Introduction 2-10
Design Parameters 2-10
Tee Limitations 2-11
Defining the Scope of Protection 2-13
Amount of Agent Required 2-14
Nozzle Area Coverage 2-19
Nozzle Application 2-19
Equivalent Length Data 2-22
Material Safety Data Sheet 2-30

3 SYSTEM CHECKOUT AND MAINTENANCE ______________________________________________ 3-1

System Checkout After Installation 3-1
Maintenance 3-2
Weekly 3-2
Semi-Annual 3-3
Instructions After System Operation 3-3
Parts List 3-5

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Introduction
The “Engineered” concept of automatic systems al- manual actuation, there is only cylinder pressure
lows a range of flexibility in design parameters. The acting against the piston seal and the piston slides to
information contained in this manual will allow a sys- its full open position allowing cylinder discharge.
tems designer to properly design a Siemens SINORIX™
The CPY-35 and CPY-70 cylinders are equipped with
Fire Extinguishing System. It will also permit an “au-
1 inch valves (See Figure 1-1). The CPY-150 and
thority having jurisdiction” to determine that all re-
CPY-250 size cylinders are equipped with 1½ inch
quired design and engineering parameters have been
valves (See Figure 1-2). The CPY-375 and CPY-560
satisfied.
cylinders are equipped with 2½ inch valves (See
Figure 1-3) and the CPY-1200 cylinder is equipped
with a 4 inch valve (See Figure 1-4).
Hardware of the System Attached to the bottom of the cylinder valve is the siphon
tube. All size cylinders have straight tubes, therefore the
A. CYLINDER VALVES cylinders are to be installed only in a vertically upright
(valve on top) position.
The cylinder valves are back pressure type valves. A
piston in the valve bore is equipped with a rubber seal PORT - P - 1/8 INCH N.P.T.
that keeps the agent under pressure within the cylin- Located on the cylinder valve is a 1/8 inch pipe outlet
der. A small hole in the axis of the piston allows stamped “P”. The outlet transmits cylinder pressure to
cylinder pressure to equalize on both sides of the an optional low pressure-indicating switch, which su-
piston. Since the surface area at the top of the piston pervises the internal cylinder pressure. The low pres-
is greater than the surface area at the bottom of the sure indicating switch is installed into the port marked
piston, the net force seals the piston against the valve “P”. In order to install the pressure switch, the cylinder
discharge seat. When the cylinder pressure on the top must be empty with no pressure. This is done at the
of the piston is relieved by means of automatic or factory before filling and pressurizing.

P P

BURST
DISK

G
VALVE SEAT

1” VICTAULIC OUTLET
1” CYLINDER VALVE FOR USE ON THE CPY-35 AND CPY-70 CYLINDERS

Figure 1-1
1-Inch Cylinder Valve

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PORT - M - 1/8 INCH N.P.T.

Another 1/8 inch N.P.T. pipe outlet on the cylinder The 1/8 inch N.P.T. plug used for port “M” can be re-
valve stamped “M” is available for use as a pressure moved any time. It will not see pressure until the
source to drive the piston actuator slave control heads system is discharged.
on a multiple cylinder system or to actuate a pressure
operated switch.

VALVE
G
SEAT
1½” VICTAULIC OUTLET
1½” CYLINDER VALVE FOR USE ON THE CPY-150 AND CPY-250 CYLINDERS

Figure 1-2
1½-Inch Cylinder Valve

G
E
P P

M M

VALVE
SEAT
2½” VICTAULIC OUTLET
2½” CYLINDER VALVE FOR USE ON THE CPY-375 AND CPY-560 CYLINDERS

Figure 1-3
2½-Inch Cylinder Valve

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P
M
G

This solenoid installs on top of the top plug adapter.

4” VIC MALE OUTLET

4” CYLINDER VALVE FOR USE ON THE CPY-1200 CYLINDER
Figure 1-6
15 Watt Electric Solenoid
Figure 1-4
4-Inch Cylinder Valve

TABLE 1-1 Electric Solenoid Part Numbers

All cylinder valves are factory equipped with anti-recoil Hazardous
devices. The anti-recoil device MUST be attached to the valve Location
outlet at all times, unless the outlet is connected to the Model VDC AMPS Type
discharge piping or recharge adapters.
CPY EC-6 6VDC 0.385 No

B. CYLINDER VALVE CONTROLS CPY EC-6EXP 6VDC 0.320 Yes

The 11 watt type Electric Solenoid, Local Manual CPY EC-12 12VDC 0.385 No
Control, and Piston Actuator described below can be
CPY EC-12EXP 12VDC 0.385 Yes
used for the 1 inch, 1 ½ inch, and 2 ½ inch valves. See
Figure 1-5. The 4 inch valve requires the 15 watt CPY EC-24 24VDC 0.320 No
Electric Solenoid, see Figure 1-6.
CPY EC-24EXP 24VDC 0.320 Yes

CPY EC-120 120VAC 0.160 No

CPY EC-120EXP 120VAC 0.160 Yes

TABLE 1-2 Electric Solenoid 4" Valve Part Numbers

Model VDC AMPS Watts

CPY EC1200-12 12VDC 1.250 15

CPY EC1200-24 24VDC 0.625 15

The 11 watt solenoid mounts on side of the valve.

6 Electric Solenoid 4~ Valve Part No.
Figure 1-5
11 Watt Electric Solenoid
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CONTROL PANELS
A suitable control unit shall be specifically UL Listed
for releasing device service and/or approved for use
with the following Electric Solenoid releasing device
for Siemens discharge valves. For FM applications,
the control panel must have FM approval. The unit
shall provide for supervision of the releasing circuits
per NFPA requirements. In addition, a 24-hour battery
backup power supply as well as both manual and
automatic releasing capabilities shall be provided per
CPY-TPA1, Top Plug Adapter Assembly 1”
NFPA requirements. CPY-TPA1.5, Top Plug Adapter Assembly 1 1/2”
Electric
CPY-TPA2.5, Top Plug Adapter Assembly 2 1/2”
Solenoid
Electric Solenoid
The Electric Solenoid valve is normally closed and the
valve requires electrical energy to remain open. Open-
ing the valve vents the pressure from the top of the
piston in the cylinder valve allowing the piston to slide
upward and commence cylinder discharge. The Elec-
tric Solenoid valves are available in 6 VDC, 12 VDC,
24 VDC, and 120 VAC.
The source of the electrical energy will determine the Figure 1-7
number and rating of the electrical solenoids used. Use of Top Plug Adapter

The 6 volt DC, 12 volt DC and 24 volt DC solenoid

circuit must be supervised for a break in the wiring and/or a
ground.

The discharge valve equipped with a solenoid valve is

actuated from a Control Panel that is UL listed for
releasing device service and is compatible with Si-
emens equipment.
Prior to wiring the solenoid to the actuation circuit,
check to be sure the solenoid rating matches the
actuating circuit voltage. NOTE: Two 12 VDC sole-
noids can be wired in series in a 24 VDC actuating
circuit. Four 6 VDC solenoids can be wired in series in M

a 24 VDC actuating circuit. Mixing of solenoid voltages

is not allowed.
Connect solenoid pigtails to actuation circuit wires
with wire nuts within a junction box or by means
designated by the authority having jurisdiction.

Do not electrically activate the solenoid during filling DESIGNED FOR USE WITH LOCAL MANUAL OR PISTON ACTUATOR.

operation or at any time unless the discharge valve outlet has Figure 1-8
the anti-recoil fitting installed or the discharge piping is installed. CPY-TPA4 Top Plug Adapter 4 Inch

FIGURE 10 CPY-TP4 Top Plug 4 inch

FIGURE 11 Local Manual Mechanical Control

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Pull Tag
Control
Handle

G P

Pull Pin

Figure 1-9
Local Manual Mechanical Control Reset Pin

Local Manual Control Part Number CPY-LMC Piston Actuator-Slave Part Number CPY-PAS
The Local Manual Control Head features a local lever The Piston Actuator-Slave Control Head features a
that depresses a Schraeder Check Valve in the top pneumatically driven piston that depresses a
plug adapter thereby venting the pressure from the top Schraeder Check Valve thereby venting the pressure
of the piston in the cylinder valve. This allows the from the top of the piston in the cylinder valve, allowing
piston to slide upward and commence cylinder dis- the piston to slide upward and commence cylinder
charge. The Local Manual Control mounts directly on discharge. The pneumatic pressure required to oper-
top of an adapter that mounts directly on top of the ate the Piston Actuator-Slave Control Head is ob-
cylinder valve. When using a CPY-LMC, a CPY-POS tained from the “M” port of the master cylinder. Multiple
must also be installed to notify the control panel of cylinders equipped with Piston Actuator-Slave Con-
manual activation. trol Heads can be activated from one master cylinder
using 1/4 inch copper tubing (installer furnished) or 1/4
inch metal flex hose. The copper tubing will be 1/4 O.D.
with nominal 1/8 inch I.D. A.S.T.M.-280. Type K is
Be sure the safety pull pin is installed in the control
operating lever of the cylinder at all times. Ensure the safety acceptable. See Table 1-3. The Piston Actuator-Slave
pull pin is correctly installed until system is activated by use of Control Head mounts directly on the Top Plug Adapter
the local manual control. that mounts directly on top of the cylinder valve. See
Figures 1-7 and 1-8.

When reinstalling the Local Manual back onto the Top

Plug Adapter you must ensure that the locking pin is reset with
the handle in the up position. Failure to reset the control head
before installation will result in the unwanted discharge of the
system during installation. Pulling out the locking pin and at
the same time lifting the handle resets it. The pull pin and plastic
seal are to be in place at all times when the control is not in
use. See Figure 1-9.

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F Pressure Supplied from Port M

of Master Cylinder Valve TABLE 1-3 Piston Actuator Quantities
(See Figure 1-11)
1/8 Inch N.P.T. Female Max. Quantity Total Max.
Cylinder Valve of Piston Length
Model No. Size Actuators Copper Tube

CPY-35 1" 7 50 ft.

CPY-70 1" 7 50 ft.

CPY-150 1 1/2" 7 50 ft.

CPY-250 1 1/2" 7 50 ft.

CPY-375 2 1/2" 6 30 ft.

CPY-560 2 1/2" 6 30 ft.

CPY-1200 4" 6 30 ft.

NOTE: Tubing specs. ANSI H23.5, ASTM B280

When using the metal 1/4” flex hose CPY-MFH20 (20
inch), CPY-MFH24 (24 inch), CPY-MFH36 (36 inch), the
length of the flex hose is to be subtracted from max.
Figure 1-10 length of copper tubing in Table 1-3 to determine the
Port M of Master Cylinder max. amount of copper tubing that can be used. At no
time may the total length of copper tubing and the flex
hose exceed the stated lengths under Table 1-3.
FIGURE 13 Max. Number of
Piston Actuators

M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
CPY-35 / CPY-70 MAX OF SEVEN 1" SLAVE VALVES CAN BE USED
MASTER

M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
CPY-150 / CPY-250 MAX OF SEVEN 1-1/2" SLAVE VALVES CAN BE USED
MASTER

M 1 2 3 4 5 6
CPY-375 / CPY-560 MAX OF SIX 2-1/2" SLAVE VALVES CAN BE USED
MASTER

M 1 2 3 4 5 6
CPY-1200 MAX OF SIX 4" SLAVE VALVES CAN BE USED
MASTER

Figure 1-11
Max. Number of Piston Actuators
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Metal 1/4 inch Flex Hose

Piston Actuator - Slave

E
Top Plug
Adapter
P

M
Top
Plug

Master Cylinder

Pressure port Pressure port

marked “M” is marked “P” is used
used for slave for pressure switch.
actuation.

Figure 1-12
Pressure Port M for use with Piston Actuators

Manual Control - Electrical Pull Station Part or galvanized 1100 H Unistrut). The channel is to be
Number MH-501 supplied by the installer. The cylinder bracket must be
secured to a surface such that the bracket will with-
The cylinder valve can be electrically actuated by
stand a load up to 5 times the cylinder weight. This
means of an Electrical Manual Pull Station wired to the
precaution is to have the bracket safely support the
UL Listed and FM Approvals control panel for releas-
weight of the cylinder and the reaction force of the
ing device service. The releasing panel must be
SINORIX™ discharge.
compatible with Siemens electric solenoids. This con-
figuration can be backed up with Local Mechanical One cylinder bracket is required for the CPY-35 and
Manual Control Head mounted on top of a Top Plug CPY-70 cylinders. For the CPY-150, CPY-250, CPY-
Adapter. 375, CPY-560, and CPY-1200 cylinders two bracket
FIGURE 15 Manual Control — Electrical Pull straps are to be used. All cylinders must be mounted
vertically only, with valve up, resting firmly on the floor.
See Figures 1-15, 1-16 and 1-17.

SPECIAL NOTE: Discharge piping, no matter

what length, must be rigidly supported with UL
Listed pipe hangers to structural members to
prevent potential cylinder valve rotation.
Consult ANSI B 31.1.

Figure 1-13
Manual Control - Electrical Pull

C. CYLINDER BRACKETS
The cylinder brackets are manufactured of stainless
steel bands formed to the radius of the cylinders with Figure 1-14
flanges for bolting to continuous slot metal framing Cylinder Bracketing
channel (12 gauge steel with corrosion-resistant paint TABLE 8 Cylinder Model
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TABLE 1-4 Cylinder Models

Cylinder Cyl.
Model O.D. (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (R) Part Number Mounting
CPY-35 10.00" 9.875" 12.25" 11.25" 1.375" 4.75" 5.00" CPY CS-35/70 Wall
CPY-70 10.00" 9.875" 12.25" 11.25" 1.375" 4.75" 5.00" CPY CS-35/70 Wall
CPY-150 12.75" 12.63" 15.00" 14.00" 1.375" 6.13" 6.38" CPY CS-150 Wall
CPY-250 16.00" 15.88" 18.25" 17.25" 1.375" 7.75" 8.00" CPY CS-250/375 Wall
CPY-375 16.00" 15.88" 18.25" 17.25" 1.375" 7.75" 8.00" CPY CS-250/375 Wall
CPY-560 20.00" 19.88" 22.25" 21.25 1.375" 9.75" 10.00" CPY CS-560 Wall
CPY-1200 30.00" 29.88" 32.25" 31.250" 1.375" 14.75" 15.00" CPY CS-1200 Wall
CPY-1200 30.00" 4.5" 10.50" 9.50" 1.375" N/A N/A CPY CS-1200F Floor

1/2 Cylinder
Height Cylinder Strap

R
A
A

B
B
C
C

D D

Floor Strap Wall Strap

Figure 1-15 Only for use with the 1200 lb. Cylinder
Cylinder Strap

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LIQUID LEVEL INDICATOR

The Liquid Level Indicator from Siemens is a simple
manually operated device which provides a means to
determine the clean agent liquid level in vertically
mounted agent storage containers. Once the liquid
level is determined, it can then be converted into
pounds (kilograms) of clean agent present in the
agent storage container.

MEASURING
TAPE

TUBE

Floor Mount Bracket

Part Number CPYCS-1200F
Note: Requires 2 FLOAT
LIQUID
AGENT
Figure 1-16
1200 lb. CPYCS Floor Bracket

Figure 1-18
Liquid Level Indicator

OPERATION
A magnet equipped float moves with the liquid level
along the unit stem. Level readout is obtained by
simply removing the protective cap and pulling out a
calibrated tape until magnetic interlock with the float
is felt. With the tape in this position, the readout is
obtained at the point where the tape emerges from the
Wall Mount Bracket
Part Number CPYCS-1200
unit housing. With the graph (per cylinder size) the
Note: Requires 2 tape reading is converted to lbs. of clean agent in the
cylinder.
Figure 1-17
1200 lb. CPYCS Wall Bracket
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joints must be in accordance with ANSI B-20.1. Duc-

TABLE 1-5 Liquid Level Indicator Part Numbers tile iron 300 pound class or higher ASTM A-395, or
steel ASTMA-234 is acceptable.
LLI Part Number Cylinder Model No.
NOTE: Machined groove or rolled groved Victaulic
CPY-LL1 CPY-150 / CPY-250 fittings are to be used.
CPY-LL2 CPY-375 / CPY-560
PIPING REDUCTIONS
CPY-LL3 CPY-1200
All reductions in pipe size must be made by using
concentric reducer fittings after the tee. Reducing
D. AGENT DISTRIBUTION DEVICES bushings are not acceptable. All tees shall exit in the
horizontal plane. See Tee Orientation Figures 2-3 and 2-4.

1) PIPE, FITTINGS & PIPE SUPPORTS PIPE SUPPORTS

Pipe supports must be installed with allowance for
PIPE REQUIREMENTS
expansion and contraction. They must be rated to
Piping must be Schedule 40 steel pipe, either galva-
support the dead weight of the piping and the thrust
nized or black. Specifications ASTM A-53 or A-106,
forces of the SINORIX™ Fire Extinguishing System
ANSI B36.10 must be used for steel pipe.
discharge. The piping shall be installed in accordance
with proper commercial practices. Refer to ANSI B-
NOTE: Cast iron pipe and steel pipe to Specification
31.1 and FSSA Piping Handbook for bracing require-
ASTM A-120 or non-metallic pipe shall NOT be used.
ments.
NOTE: All piping must be thoroughly reamed to remove INSTALLATION OF PIPING
burrs and swabbed with a degreasing solvent to remove All piping must be installed in accordance with proper
all traces of cutting oils and chips. commercial practices. Allowance for expansion and
contraction of the piping must be taken into account.
Pipe Fittings The piping system shall be securely supported by UL
PIPING JOINING Listed hangers.
Piping, fittings, and pipe supports shall be in accor-
dance with the latest edition of NFPA 2001 available 2) SHUTTLE VALVES
from National Fire Protection Association, Battery The shuttle valve is used to connect two cylinders to
March Park, Quincy, MA 02269. Also consult ANSI B common discharge piping in a main reserve configura-
31.1., The Power Piping Code. The method of joining tion. The shuttle valve contains a shuttle check which
all pipe must be in accordance with the latest require- closes off the pipe to the empty cylinder (main) to allow
ments listed in NFPA 2001. Acceptable fittings include the charge from the reserve cylinder to flow out
screwed, flanged, welded, or victaulic. Temperature through the discharge piping.
ratings of the fittings must not be exceeded. Teflon
joint compound or tape must be applied on male The shuttle valve is available in 1 inch size for the 35 lb.,
threads only for screwed fittings (excluding the first and 70 lb. size cylinders and 1 1/2 inch size for the 150
two threads closest to the end of the pipe). All threaded lb., 250 lb., and 375 lb. size cylinders. See Figure 1-19.

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1 inch N.P.T. Outlet Path to Nozzles

From Cylinder Outlet From Cylinder Outlet

1 inch N.P.T. 1 inch N.P.T.

Shuttle Valve 1" (Part No. CPY-SCV1) for use with Model CPY-35 or Model CPY-70

1-1/2 inch N.P.T. Outlet Path to Nozzles

From Cylinder Outlet From Cylinder Outlet

1-1/2 inch N.P.T. 1-1/2 inch N.P.T.

Shuttle Valve 1-1/2" (Part No. CPY-SCV1.5) for use with Model CPY-150, Model CPY-250, Model CPY-375

Figure 1-19
Shuttle Valves

3) CHECK VALVES
Check valves are used when two or more agent Constructed of Ductile Iron, the Check Valves have
storage cylinders are manifolded together with one female NPT threads. Threaded to grooved fittings
common discharge piping configuration. Their pur- (CPY-TGF1.5, CPY-TGF2.5 or CPY-TGF4) are
pose is to prevent loss of agent in the event that any needed to connect check valves to cylinder valves.
of the agent storage cylinders are not connected to the The Check Valves cannot be installed in the vertical
manifold at time of system discharge. Figure 1-20 down-flow position.
shows configuration and dimension details of the
check valves.

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Model # Description Dim A Dim B T hreads

2" Flapper Female 2"

CPY-FCV2 6" 3-5/8"
Check Valve NPT

3" Flapper Female 3"

CPY-FCV3 8" 6"
Check Valve NPT

4" Flapper Female 4"

CPY-FCV4 10" 7"
Check Valve NPT

NOTE: The Check Valves cannot be installed in the vertical down-flow position.
Figure 1-20
Check Valves

4) FLEX HOSES
Flex hoses are used to connect the agent storage The recommended assembly configuration is to install
containers to the manifold in multiple cylinder arrange- a union-el to the cylinder valve discharge outlet, then
ments. Flex hoses are constructed of high pressure install the flex hose between the union-el and a check
hydraulic rubber in the 1 inch, and 1 1/2 inch sizes and valve, with the check valve connected to the appropri-
stainless steel corrugated inner core with stainless ate fitting in the manifold.
steel outer braid in the 2 1/2 inch and 4 inch size. See
NOTE: The 1 inch, 1 1/2 inch, and 2 1/2 inch flex hoses are to be
Figure 1-21 for details. All sizes are fitted with grooved
installed straight and going up into the check valve only. No
fittings on both ends. bends of the flex hose are to be used at the installation.
Flex Hoses
"A"

Hose (Rubber)
Victaulic Connection
to Cylinder Valve Victaulic Connection
to Check Valve
or System Pipe
Hose (Stainless
Steel Braided)
Size A Material
1” 18” Rubber
1-1/2” 18” Rubber
2-1/2” 18” Braided
4” 30-1/2” Braided

2-1/2" Victaulic Connection

to Cylinder Valve NOTE: the 4 inch check valve can
be installed horizontally or vertically

30-1/2” 26-1/2”

CPY-FH4 CPY-CVFH4
4” Flex Hose 1200 LB. 4" Check Valve - Flex Hose Combination

Figure 1-21
Flex Hoses
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E. ACCESSORY EQUIPMENT 2) LOW PRESSURE INDICATING SWITCH

1) MAIN RESERVE SELECTOR SWITCH The switch is be used as a cylinder pressure supervi-
The main reserve selector switch is a means of sory switch. It is attached to the port marked “P”. If the
transferring the electrical supply from the main cylin- cylinder to which it is attached leaks, reducing its
der to the reserve cylinder, Part Number CPY-MRS. pressure below 291+/- 10 PSIG, the switch contacts
FIGURE 25 Main Reserve Selector Switch will operate giving an indication on the control panel
that the cylinder has lost pressure. See Figure 1-23.
Selector Switch (Main-Reserve) Part Number CPY-MRS
SIEMENS
One version of the switch is normally closed (N/C) and
MAIN
the second version is normally open (N/O). The switch
RESERVE

CPY-MRS
is referenced in the no pressure condition. When the
cylinder is pressurized the contacts swing over. N/C
transfers to N/O when pressurized. The N/O transfers
to N/C when pressurized.
See control panel for correct wire of the low pressure
indicating switch. When the switch is used on a
SHUTTLE VALVE
standard supervisory input circuit there will be no
distinction between a wiring fault and device actua-
tion. This device is only to be utilized when accepted
by the authority having jurisdiction.
• CPY-PSS1 contacts are closed under pres-
sure.
• CPY-PSS2 contacts are open when under
Figure 1-22 pressure.
Main Reserve Selector Switch FIGURE 26 Low Pressure Indicating Switch

* Switch position at atmosphere - the opposite position will occur when the cylinder is pressurized.

Black PVC Insul. Wire

with 1/2 inch N/C

Connection Low Typical

to Control Pressure End of
Panel Switch Line
Resistor

Figure 1-23
Low Pressure Indicating Switch
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3) PRESSURE OPERATING SWITCH PART NO. external manual reset button is provided on the pres-
CPY-POS MANUAL RE-SETTING TYPE sure switch. After system activation, the reset button
must be depressed in order to return the device being
The switch is provided to furnish additional electrical
controlled back to the predischarge state.
contacts for control purposes at time of discharge.
See Figure 1-24. The switch may be installed into the Electrical Rating: 15 AMP - 125/250 VAC
same pneumatic tubing for the Piston Actuators pro- Switch: SPDT snap action
vided the maximum length for tubing outlined in Table Contacts: One - N.O.
1-3 is not exceeded. One - N.C.
The switch may also be connected to any point of the Pressure setting 20 + or - 10 psi actuation upon
discharge piping between the cylinder and nozzle. An pressure rise.

Pressure Switch
CPY-POS

1/4 X 1/8 NPT

Reducer

To Piston
Actuator

Fitting -
1/8 NPT X 1/4 Tube

1/4 Flex Hose

Connect Flex
Hose to Port

Manual
Reset Button

3-1/2” 2-13/16”

1-21/32” #6-32 Terminal

Screw (3 Places)

11/16” 4-3/8”

7/8” Diameter
Hole for
Electrical
Connection 1-11/16”

1/4 NPT
5/8” Wrench Flats 1-3/4”

Clearance for #10 Screws

2 Wall Mounting Holes

Figure 1-24
Pressure-Operated Switch Part No. CPY-POS

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NOTE: The Check Valves cannot be installed in the vertical down-flow position.

Check Valve

Flex Hose

Union Elbow

Figure 1-25
Typical Center Outlet Manifold

F. Storage Cylinders G. Manifolding

The following are configurations for cylinder use in the When required by hazard size, multiple cylinders may
engineered design method: be manifolded together to feed the common piping
a. Single hazard with one cylinder and its piping network. Figures 1-25 through 1-26 show typical mani-
and nozzle system. folds using threaded fittings, victaulic fittings and welded
fittings. When installing victaulic fitting manifold, only
b. Single hazard with multiple cylinders each with
machined groove piping is to be used.
their own piping and nozzle system.
c. Single hazard with multiple cylinders discharg- Use one of these whenever manifolding is required
ing through a common piping and nozzle and follow the guidelines listed below and sample
system. illustrations (See Figures 1-27 and 1-28.)
d. Multiple hazards with one cylinder discharging
NOTE: When designing systems with a manifold, the
through its piping and nozzle system. cylinders must be of all the same size and fill density.
e. Multiple hazards with multiple cylinders dis-
charging through a common piping and nozzle A center outlet manifold will be most economical. It
system. can be used when an even number of cylinders are
manifolded together. If the hazard requires an odd
number of cylinders, an end outlet type of manifold is
to be used.

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NOTE: The Check Valves cannot be installed in the vertical down-flow position.

Check Valve

Flex Hose

Union Elbow

Figure 1-26
Typical End Outlet Manifold

MANIFOLD DIMENSIONS
Wall space required for cylinder storage
A. 4.83 Feet
B. 7.25 Feet
C. 9.67 Feet A

3 Cylinder Manifold (4" Piping, 5" Outlet)

29"

4 Cylinder Manifold (4" Piping, 5" Outlet)

29"
5 Cylinder Manifold (5" Piping, 6" Outlet)
Figure 1-27
Cylinder Manifolds (Screwed Fittings)
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Manifold Dimensions Horizontal Outlet

10.67'

32"

7.17'
4.75'
32"

28"

28"

5 Cylinder Manifold 3 Cylinder Manifold 4 Cylinder Manifold

(5" Pipe, 6" Outlet) (4" Pipe, 5" Outlet) (4" Pipe, 5" Outlet)

Figure 1-28
1200 Cylinder Manifolds (Victaulic Fittings)

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SINORIX™ 227 HFC-227ea has acceptable toxicity and cardiac sen-

sitization levels for use in the United States Environ-
mental Protection Agency (EPA) Significant New Al-
HFC-227ea Properties ternative Policy (SNAP) program rules.

HFC-227ea is a colorless, odorless, electrically non-

conductive gas which is a clean and effective fire TABLE 2-2 Agent Safety
extinguishing agent that can be used on types A, B, PERSONNEL SAFET Y
and C fires. It will completely vaporize and require no
clean up after a system discharge. It is a very stable, 0 THROUGH 9% No restriction in normally occupied areas.
liquefied gas and can be used to protect electronic
equipment.
NOTE: A “normally occupied” area is one intended for
occupancy.
NOTE: The ASHRAE designation currently being used by
the National Fire Protection Association is HFC-227ea. NFPA 2001 states a (NOAEL) the highest concentra-
tion which no adverse physiological or toxicological
TABLE 2-1 Agent Specification effect has been observed. HFC-227ea has a value of
9% concentration for NOAEL.
QUALIT Y REQUIREMENT S/PROPERT Y REQUIREMENT
NFPA 2001 states a (LOAEL) the lowest concentration
Heptafluoropropane Mole % 99.0 (Min.)
which an adverse physiological or toxicological effect
Acidity, ppm by Weight 3.0 (Max.) has been observed.

Water Content, % by Weight .001 (Max.) Effect Level of > 10.5% concentration for LOAEL.
Consideration shall be given to the possibility of a
Personnel Safety clean agent migrating to adjacent areas outside of the
protected space. Care must be taken to insure that the
NOTE: Table 2-2 gives the percent concentration with calculated concentration for normally occupied spaces
observance of occupied or evacuated spaces for personnel.
does not exceed the NOAEL.
From NFPA 2001, Standard for Clean Agent Extin-
guishing Systems, the areas into which HFC-227ea is
discharged must be evacuated by personnel and the TEMP
areas ventilated after discharge. WARNING When HFC-227ea is discharged through the
nozzle orifices, the liquid HFC-227ea discharge can cause
HFC-227ea has acceptable toxicity for use in occu-
frostbite on the skin. Do not stand in direct line of the
pied spaces when the guidelines in this manual are
nozzle flow as the force of discharge could cause injury.
followed as well as NFPA 2001 – (2004 Edition).
The nozzles are to discharge the HFC-227ea in a
HFC-227ea has been evaluated for cardiac sensitiza- horizontal direction. The flow of HFC-227ea is not to be
tion through test protocols approved by the United blocked by any obstructions.
States EPA. The EPA SNAP Program classifies HFC-
227ea as acceptable for use as a total flooding agent Hazard enclosure temperature will impact the agent
in occupied spaces with no use limitations. Refer to quantity required. The higher the enclosure temperature,
SNAP Program rules for more information. the less HFC-227ea agent is required. Conversely,
the lower the enclosure temperature, the more HFC-
227ea agent is required. This must be taken into
account when calculating agent requirements.

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Thermal Decomposition Products

There is a direct correlation between agent discharge
time and the amount of thermal decomposition prod- Clean agent shall not be used on fires involving the
following materials:
ucts (TDP) created. The type of fire and the amount of
agent exposed to open flame are critical. The forma- 1. Certain chemicals or mixtures of chemicals,
tion of thermal decomposition products will be mini- such as cellulose nitrate and gunpowder, that
mized by the use of Siemens early warning detection are capable of rapid oxidation in the absence of
systems. air.
The following is a list of safety provisions to prevent 2. Reactive metals such as lithium, sodium,
personnel from injury when working with or in the potassium, magnesium, titanium, zirconium,
environment protected by clean agent systems. uranium, and plutonium.
Personnel within the area, including installers, mainte- 3. Metal hydrides.
nance, construction and all those working within the 4. Chemicals capable of undergoing auto thermal
area are to be instructed in the following areas. decomposition, such as certain organic perox-
1. Emergency lighting and directional exit signs. ides and hydrazine.
2. Clear aisles and passages for exit routes. Table 2-3 gives the minimum design concentration
3. Self-closing exit doors that have panic hardware required for a variety of materials for fire extinguish-
provisions. ment. Refer to NFPA 2001 (2004 edition):
4. Continuous alarms during SINORIX™ 227 Fire Class A hazard extinguishment is based on a
Extinguishing System discharge and afterward 5.1875% extinguishing concentration. With a 20%
until normal atmosphere has been restored in safety factor per NFPA 2001 (5.1875 X 1.2 = 6.25%),
the area. the minimum design concentration for Class A hazards
5. Alarms within and outside of the area that will shall be 6.25% (For systems requiring FM Approval,
operate upon first detection of fire. the minimum Class A concentration shall be 6.5%.)
6. Warning signs located at the entrances to, and For Class B hazards, refer to Annex B of NFPA 2001
inside the areas, to inform that a SINORIX™ 227 (2004 Edition) for the cup burner extinguishment
Fire Extinguishing System is installed with concentration value for the particular Class B fuel(s) to be
instructions that are needed for the particular protected. Choose the fuel with the highest cup burner
hazard. extinguishment value and apply a 30% safety factor
The discharge of the HFC-227ea at 70O F has been (multiply this extinguishment concentration value by
established at 10 seconds maximum regardless of the 1.3) for the design concentration. The minimum design
weight discharged. The reasons for the rapid dis- concentration for the protection of all Class B hazards
charge is the following: shall be 8.71% based on a UL2166 total flooding test
program. For systems requiring FM Approval, the
a) Limit thermal decomposition products (TDP)
minimum Class B concentration shall be 9.0%.
b) Limit of fire damage and its effects;
c) Enhanced agent mixing.

See Appendix of NFPA –2001, Batterymarch Park, TABLE 2-3 Minimum Design Concentration
Quincy, Massachusetts 02169, for further discussion
FUEL Concentration % by Volume
of SINORIX ™ Fire Fighting mechanism.
Class A UL 6.25% FM 6.5%
In general, SINORIX™ 227 Fire Extinguishing Sys-
Class B Concentration determined by fuel tested using cup
tems are not suitable in fire suppression applications burner method, see NFPA 2001 Annex B. Design
involving other than Class A, B, or C fuels. The concentration determined by highest cup burner
concentration by volume for flame extinguishment extinguishment value of Class B fuel found w ithin T
ABLE
and inerting for various liquids and gases. See NFPA protected hazard. Minimum Class B design
concentration shall be: UL 8.71%, FM 9.0%.
2001 section 5.4 design concentration requirement.
Class C Minimum design concentration for Class C hazards
shall be at least that for Class A surface fire.

3 Minimum Design Concentration

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System Components required, within their fill ranges. System temperature

limits are 32O F (0O C) to 130O F ( 54.4O C) and system
operating pressure is 360 PSI (25.3 Kg/Cm²) at 70OF
Siemens Engineered SINORIX™ 227 Fire Extinguish- (21.1OC). The cylinders are manufactured, tested and
ing Systems, as outlined in this manual are those that stamped in accordance with DOT 4BW500 or DOT
are intended to be designed and installed to protect 4BA500. See Figure 2-1 for dimensional details.
single or multiple hazards within the limitations tested
by a recognized testing agency as stated in this
TABLE 2-4 Cylinder Fill Range
manual ONLY. AHJ should follow the information
specified by the Standard on Clean Agent Extinguish- Base Cylinder Max. Fill at Min. Fill at
ing Systems NFPA 2001. The equipment described in Model Size 70 lb./ft.3 30 lb./ft.3
this manual is listed by Underwriters Laboratories,
CPY-35 35 lb. 35 lb. 16 lb.
Inc., in accordance with the Standard for Halocarbon
Agent Extinguishing System Units, UL 2166, and CPY-70 70 lb. 71 lb. 31 lb.
approved by FM Approvals.
CPY-150 150 lb. 152 lb. 66 lb.
A. CYLINDERS
CPY-250 250 lb. 253 lb. 109 lb.
The SINORIX™ 227 Fire Extinguishing System Cylin-
ders are available in the following capacities: 35 lb., 70 CPY-375 375 lb. 379 lb. 163 lb.
lb., 150 lb., 250 lb., 375 lb., 560 lb., and 1200 lb. Each
CPY-560 560 lb. 561 lb. 241 lb.
of the basic sizes can be under filled in one pound
increments to meet the exact amount of HFC-227ea CPY-1200 1200 lb. 1211 lb. 519 lb.

CPY-70,
70 LB.
33.88"

CYLINDER
28.75"
27.75"

16.75"

CPY-35,
35 LB.
CYLINDER

10" 10"

CPY-1200,
CPY-250, 1200 LB.
CPY-150, 250 LB. CYLINDER
150 LB. CYLINDER
CYLINDER
44.6"
43.6"

38.7"
37.7"

68.93"

60.04"

30.00"

12.75" 16"

CPY-375,
375 LB. CPY-560,
CYLINDER 560 LB.
CYLINDER

28.00"
63.6"

62.6"
55.3"

54.0"

Figure 2-1
Cylinder and Valve Assembly

16" 20"

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B. NOZZLES Nozzle Type Sidewall 180O

Discharge nozzles are made of aluminum with female

pipe threads. Nozzles are available in 1/2 inch, 3/4
inch, 1 inch, 1 1/4 inch, 1 1/2 inch, and 2 inch sizes.
These nozzles are available in 1800 sidewall or 3600
central discharge patterns. Eight ports are used on
both types of nozzles. See Figure 2-2. All nozzles are
rated for a maximum hazard height of 16 ft. If hazards
exceed 16 ft. in height, a second tier of nozzles must
be used. See Figure 2-9. The minimum height is 1 ft.
Any combination of types of nozzles may be used in a
single area. When multiple nozzles are employed, the
coverage for each nozzle must not exceed its maxi-
mum length and area of coverage. See Figure 2-7.

PART NUMBERING AND NOZZLE TYPES

Flow Path 180O
The nozzle base part numbers are shown in Table 2-
7 and 2-8. The CPYEN prefix is standard for all
engineered clean agent nozzles.
The base five letters denote aluminum. The first numeri-
cal figure denotes the N.P.T. pipe size of the nozzle. Nozzle Type Central 360O
The next numerical figure denotes the type of nozzle
(odd numbers represent the 1800 sidewall type and
even numbers denote the 3600 central type of nozzle).
The final suffix of the nozzle part number denotes the
decimal size drill diameter of each orifice.

TABLE 2-5 Diameter Orifice

See Table 2-7 and 2-8 for the list of all part numbers.
Part Number Description
CPY EN-1-.XXXX 1/2" (180O) SIDEWALL
CPY EN-2-.XXXX 1/2" (360O) CENTRAL
CPY EN-3-.XXXX 3/4" (180O) SIDEWALL
CPY EN-4-.XXXX 3/4" (360O) CENTRAL
CPY EN-5-.XXXX 1" (180O) SIDEWALL
CPY EN-6-.XXXX 1" (360O) CENTRAL
CPY EN-7-.XXXX 1 1/4" (180O) SIDEWALL Flow Path 360
O

O
CPY EN-8-.XXXX 1 1/4" (360 ) CENTRAL
CPY EN-9-.XXXX 1 1/2" (180O) SIDEWALL Figure 2-2
CPY EN-10-.XXXX 1 1/2" O
(360 ) CENTRAL Discharge Nozzle Types
CPY EN-11-.XXXX 2" (180O) SIDEWALL
EXAMPLE
CPY EN-12-.XXXX 2" (360O) CENTRAL
CPYEN-3.2610
This is a sidewall nozzle with 3/4 inch pipe threads and
an 8 port pattern 180° type nozzle, drilled to a .2610.

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NOZZLE SELECTION
Sidewall type 180O: Typically to be installed adjacent across the enclosure. At no time shall the area cover-
to the center of one wall of one enclosure. Its dis- age be exceeded. See Figure 1-24.
charge path will be across the enclosure. At no time
shall the area coverage be exceeded. The use of two NOTE: For both types of nozzles the max hazard
180O nozzles may be installed in the center of the elevation is 16 ft when one level of nozzles is used. For
enclosure. See Figure 2-7 for the area coverage of hazards above 16 feet the additional height is to be
covered by the next level of nozzles. See Figure 2-9 for
one sidewall type nozzle.
details.
Central Type 360O: Typically to be installed at the
center of the enclosure. Its discharge path will be

TABLE 2-6 SinorixTM 227 Engineered Nozzle Numbering System

CPY Engineered Nozzle Part Number Generating System
BASE PART NOZZLE PIPE DRILL DIAMETER
NUMBER TY PE SIZE RANGE
NOZZLE PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION
CPY EN-1 180
1/2" 0.0781 TO 0.1960 XXXXXXXX-X- . XXXX
CPY EN-2 360
CPY EN-3 180
3/4" 0.1360 TO 0.2610
CPY EN-4 360 ORIFICE DRILL SIZE
(IN DECIMAL EQUIVALENTS)
CPY EN-5 180
1" 0.1660 TO 0.3320 BASE PART NUMBER
CPY EN-6 360
CPY EN-7 180
1-1/4" 0.2187 TO 0.4375 EXAMPLE:
CPY EN-8 360
CPYEN-3-.2610
CPY EN-9 180 3/4 PIPE THREADS, 180 DEG. TYPE NOZZLE
1-1/2" 0.2570 TO 0.5000
CPY EN-10 360 DRILLED TO 0.2610 SIZE ORIFICE.
CPY EN-11 180
2" 0.3281 TO 0.6563
CPY EN-12 360

Nozzle Orifice Orientation

O O
180O Sidewall 360O Central 180 Sidewall 360 Central

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TABLE 2-7 Sidewall 180O Nozzle Part Numbers

CPYEN-1 CPYEN-3 CPYEN-5

180O SIDEWALL TYPE 180O SIDEWALL TYPE 180O SIDEWALL TYPE
1/2 INCH TYPE NOZZLES 3/4 INCH TYPE NOZZLES 1 INCH TYPE NOZZLES
DRILL TOTAL NOZZLE PART DRILL TOTAL NOZZLE PART DRILL TOTAL NOZZLE PART
DIA. ORIFICE AREA NUMBER DIA. ORIFICE AREA NUMBER DIA. ORIFICE AREA NUMBER
0.0781 0.03832 CPYEN-1-.0781 0.1360 0.11621 CPYEN-3-.1360 0.1660 0.17314 CPYEN-5-.1660
0.0785 0.03872 CPYEN-1-.0785 0.1406 0.12421 CPYEN-3-.1406 0.1695 0.18052 CPYEN-5-.1695
0.0810 0.04122 CPYEN-1-.0810 0.1440 0.13029 CPYEN-3-.1440 0.1719 0.18567 CPYEN-5-.1719
0.0820 0.04225 CPYEN-1-.0820 0.1470 0.13577 CPYEN-3-.1470 0.1730 0.18805 CPYEN-5-.1730
0.0860 0.04647 CPYEN-1-.0860 0.1495 0.14043 CPYEN-3-.1495 0.1770 0.19685 CPYEN-5-.1770
0.0890 0.04800 CPYEN-1-.0890 0.1520 0.14517 CPYEN-3-.1520 0.1800 0.20358 CPYEN-5-.1800
0.0935 0.05493 CPYEN-1-.0935 0.1540 0.14901 CPYEN-3-.1540 0.1820 0.20812 CPYEN-5-.1820
0.0937 0.05516 CPYEN-1-.0937 0.1562 0.15330 CPYEN-3-.1562 0.1850 0.21504 CPYEN-5-.1850
0.0960 0.05791 CPYEN-1-.0960 0.1570 0.15487 CPYEN-3-.1570 0.1875 0.22089 CPYEN-5-.1875
0.0980 0.06034 CPYEN-1-.0980 0.1590 0.15885 CPYEN-3-.1590 0.1890 0.22444 CPYEN-5-.1890
0.0995 0.06221 CPYEN-1-.0995 0.1610 0.16287 CPYEN-3-.1610 0.1910 0.22922 CPYEN-5-.1910
0.1015 0.06473 CPYEN-1-.1015 0.1660 0.17314 CPYEN-3-.1660 0.1935 0.23526 CPYEN-5-.1935
0.1040 0.06796 CPYEN-1-.1040 0.1695 0.18052 CPYEN-3-.1695 0.1960 0.24137 CPYEN-5-.1960
0.1065 0.07127 CPYEN-1-.1065 0.1719 0.18567 CPYEN-3-.1719 0.1990 0.24882 CPYEN-5-.1990
0.1094 0.07520 CPYEN-1-.1094 0.1730 0.18805 CPYEN-3-.1730 0.2010 0.25385 CPYEN-5-.2010
0.1100 0.07603 CPYEN-1-.1100 0.1770 0.19685 CPYEN-3-.1770 0.2031 0.25918 CPYEN-5-.2031
0.1110 0.07742 CPYEN-1-.1110 0.1800 0.20358 CPYEN-3-.1800 0.2040 0.26148 CPYEN-5-.2040
0.1130 0.08023 CPYEN-1-.1130 0.1820 0.20812 CPYEN-3-.1820 0.2055 0.26534 CPYEN-5-.2055
0.1160 0.08455 CPYEN-1-.1160 0.1850 0.21504 CPYEN-3-.1850 0.2090 0.27446 CPYEN-5-.2090
0.1200 0.09048 CPYEN-1-.1200 0.1875 0.22089 CPYEN-3-.1875 0.2130 0.28506 CPYEN-5-.2130
0.1250 0.09817 CPYEN-1-.1250 0.1890 0.22444 CPYEN-3-.1890 0.2187 0.30052 CPYEN-5-.2187
0.1285 0.10375 CPYEN-1-.1285 0.1910 0.22922 CPYEN-3-.1910 0.2210 0.30688 CPYEN-5-.2210
0.1360 0.11621 CPYEN-1-.1360 0.1935 0.23526 CPYEN-3-.1935 0.2340 0.34404 CPYEN-5-.2340
0.1406 0.12421 CPYEN-1-.1406 0.1960 0.24137 CPYEN-3-.1960 0.2344 0.34522 CPYEN-5-.2344
0.1440 0.13029 CPYEN-1-.1440 0.1990 0.24882 CPYEN-3-.1990 0.2380 0.35590 CPYEN-5-.2380
0.1470 0.13577 CPYEN-1-.1470 0.2010 0.25385 CPYEN-3-.2010 0.2420 0.36797 CPYEN-5-.2420
0.1495 0.14043 CPYEN-1-.1495 0.2031 0.25918 CPYEN-3-.2031 0.2460 0.38023 CPYEN-5-.2460
0.1520 0.14517 CPYEN-1-.1520 0.2040 0.26140 CPYEN-3-.2040 0.2500 0.39270 CPYEN-5-.2500
0.1540 0.14901 CPYEN-1-.1540 0.2055 0.26534 CPYEN-3-.2055 0.2570 0.41500 CPYEN-5-.2570
0.1562 0.15330 CPYEN-1-.1562 0.2090 0.27446 CPYEN-3-.2090 0.2610 0.42802 CPYEN-5-.2610
0.1570 0.15487 CPYEN-1-.1570 0.2130 0.28506 CPYEN-3-.2130 0.2656 0.44324 CPYEN-5-.2656
0.1590 0.15885 CPYEN-1-.1590 0.2187 0.30052 CPYEN-3-.2187 0.2660 0.44457 CPYEN-5-.2660
0.1610 0.16287 CPYEN-1-.1610 0.2210 0.30688 CPYEN-3-.2210 0.2720 0.46485 CPYEN-5-.2720
0.1660 0.17314 CPYEN-1-.1660 0.2280 0.32662 CPYEN-3-.2280 0.2770 0.48210 CPYEN-5-.2770
0.1695 0.18052 CPYEN-1-.1695 0.2344 0.34522 CPYEN-3-.2344 0.2810 0.49613 CPYEN-5-.2810
0.1719 0.18567 CPYEN-1-.1719 0.2380 0.35590 CPYEN-3-.2380 0.2812 0.49683 CPYEN-5-.2812
0.1730 0.18805 CPYEN-1-.1730 0.2420 0.36797 CPYEN-3-.2420 0.2900 0.52842 CPYEN-5-.2900
0.1770 0.19685 CPYEN-1-.1770 0.2460 0.38023 CPYEN-3-.2460 0.2950 0.54679 CPYEN-5-.2950
0.1800 0.20358 CPYEN-1-.1800 0.2500 0.39270 CPYEN-3-.2500 0.2969 0.55386 CPYEN-5-.2969
0.1820 0.20812 CPYEN-1-.1820 0.2570 0.41500 CPYEN-3-.2570 0.3020 0.57305 CPYEN-5-.3020
0.1850 0.21504 CPYEN-1-.1850 0.2610 0.42802 CPYEN-3-.2610 0.3125 0.61359 CPYEN-5-.3125
0.1875 0.22089 CPYEN-1-.1875 0.3160 0.62741 CPYEN-5-.3160
0.1890 0.22444 CPYEN-1-.1890 0.3230 0.65552 CPYEN-5-.3230
0.1910 0.22922 CPYEN-1-.1910 0.3281 0.67638 CPYEN-5-.3281
0.1935 0.23526 CPYEN-1-.1935 0.3320 0.69256 CPYEN-5-.3320
0.1960 0.24137 CPYEN-1-.1960

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TABLE 2-7 Sidewall 180O Nozzle Part Numbers

CPYEN-7 CPYEN-9 CPYEN-11

180O SIDEWALL TYPE 180O SIDEWALL TYPE 180O SIDEWALL TYPE
1 1/4 INCH TYPE NOZZLES 1 1/2 INCH TYPE NOZZLES 2 INCH TYPE NOZZLES
DRILL TOTAL NOZZLE PART DRILL TOTAL NOZZLE PART DRILL TOTAL NOZZLE PART
DIA. ORIFICE AREA NUMBER DIA. ORIFICE AREA NUMBER DIA. ORIFICE AREA NUMBER
0.2187 0.30052 CPYEN-7-.2187 0.2570 0.41500 CPYEN-9-.2570 0.3281 0.67638 CPYEN-11-.3281
0.2210 0.30688 CPYEN-7-.2210 0.2610 0.42802 CPYEN-9-.2610 0.3320 0.69256 CPYEN-11-.3320
0.2340 0.34404 CPYEN-7-.2340 0.2656 0.44324 CPYEN-9-.2656 0.3390 0.72207 CPYEN-11-.3390
0.2344 0.34522 CPYEN-7-.2344 0.2660 0.44457 CPYEN-9-.2660 0.3437 0.74223 CPYEN-11-.3437
0.2380 0.35590 CPYEN-7-.2380 0.2720 0.46485 CPYEN-9-.2720 0.3480 0.76092 CPYEN-11-.3480
0.2420 0.36797 CPYEN-7-.2420 0.2770 0.48210 CPYEN-9-.2770 0.3580 0.80528 CPYEN-11-.3580
0.2460 0.38023 CPYEN-7-.2460 0.2810 0.49613 CPYEN-9-.2810 0.3594 0.81159 CPYEN-11-.3594
0.2500 0.39270 CPYEN-7-.2500 0.2812 0.49683 CPYEN-9-.2812 0.3680 0.85089 CPYEN-11-.3680
0.2570 0.41500 CPYEN-7-.2570 0.2900 0.52842 CPYEN-9-.2900 0.3750 0.88357 CPYEN-11-.3750
0.2610 0.42802 CPYEN-7-.2610 0.2950 0.54679 CPYEN-9-.2950 0.3770 0.89302 CPYEN-11-.3770
0.2656 0.44324 CPYEN-7-.2656 0.2969 0.55386 CPYEN-9-.2969 0.3860 0.93617 CPYEN-11-.3860
0.2660 0.44457 CPYEN-7-.2660 0.3020 0.57305 CPYEN-9-.3020 0.3906 0.95861 CPYEN-11-.3906
0.2720 0.46485 CPYEN-7-.2720 0.3125 0.61359 CPYEN-9-.3125 0.3970 0.99029 CPYEN-11-.3970
0.2770 0.48210 CPYEN-7-.2770 0.3160 0.62741 CPYEN-9-.3160 0.4040 1.02552 CPYEN-11-.4040
0.2810 0.49613 CPYEN-7-.2810 0.3230 0.65552 CPYEN-9-.3230 0.4062 1.03671 CPYEN-11-.4062
0.2812 0.49683 CPYEN-7-.2812 0.3281 0.67638 CPYEN-9-.3281 0.4130 1.07172 CPYEN-11-.4130
0.2900 0.52842 CPYEN-7-.2900 0.3320 0.69256 CPYEN-9-.3320 0.4219 1.11840 CPYEN-11-.4219
0.2950 0.54679 CPYEN-7-.2950 0.3390 0.72207 CPYEN-9-.3390 0.4375 1.20264 CPYEN-11-.4375
0.2969 0.55386 CPYEN-7-.2969 0.3437 0.74223 CPYEN-9-.3437 0.4531 1.28993 CPYEN-11-.4531
0.3020 0.57305 CPYEN-7-.3020 0.3480 0.76092 CPYEN-9-.3480 0.4688 1.38088 CPYEN-11-.4688
0.3125 0.61359 CPYEN-7-.3125 0.3580 0.80528 CPYEN-9-.3580 0.4844 1.47431 CPYEN-11-.4844
0.3160 0.62741 CPYEN-7-.3160 0.3594 0.81159 CPYEN-9-.3594 0.5000 1.57080 CPYEN-11-.5000
0.3230 0.65552 CPYEN-7-.3230 0.3680 0.85089 CPYEN-9-.3680 0.5156 1.67034 CPYEN-11-.5156
0.3281 0.67638 CPYEN-7-.3281 0.3750 0.88357 CPYEN-9-.3750 0.5313 1.77361 CPYEN-11-.5313
0.3320 0.69256 CPYEN-7-.3320 0.3770 0.89302 CPYEN-9-.3770 0.5469 1.87930 CPYEN-11-.5469
0.3390 0.72207 CPYEN-7-.3390 0.3860 0.93617 CPYEN-9-.3860 0.5625 1.98804 CPYEN-11-.5625
0.3437 0.74223 CPYEN-7-.3437 0.3906 0.95861 CPYEN-9-.3906 0.5781 2.09984 CPYEN-11-.5781
0.3480 0.76092 CPYEN-7-.3480 0.3970 0.99029 CPYEN-9-.3970 0.5938 2.21544 CPYEN-11-.5938
0.3580 0.80528 CPYEN-7-.3580 0.4040 1.02552 CPYEN-9-.4040 0.6094 2.33337 CPYEN-11-.6094
0.3594 0.81159 CPYEN-7-.3594 0.4062 1.03671 CPYEN-9-.4062 0.6250 2.45437 CPYEN-11-.6250
0.3680 0.85089 CPYEN-7-.3680 0.4130 1.07172 CPYEN-9-.4130 0.6406 2.57842 CPYEN-11-.6406
0.3750 0.88357 CPYEN-7-.3750 0.4219 1.11840 CPYEN-9-.4219 0.6563 2.70635 CPYEN-11-.6563
0.3770 0.89302 CPYEN-7-.3770 0.4375 1.20264 CPYEN-9-.4375
0.3860 0.93617 CPYEN-7-.3860 0.453 1 1.28993 CPYEN-9-.4531
0.3906 0.95861 CPYEN-7-.3906 0.4688 1.38088 CPYEN-9-.4688
0.3970 0.99029 CPYEN-7-.3970 0.4844 1.47431 CPYEN-9-.4844
0.4040 1.02552 CPYEN-7-.4040 0.5000 1.57080 CPYEN-9-.5000
0.4062 1.03671 CPYEN-7-.4062
0.4130 1.07172 CPYEN-7-.4130
0.4219 1.11840 CPYEN-7-.4219
0.4375 1.20264 CPYEN-7-.4375

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TABLE 2-8 Central 360O Nozzle Part Numbers

CPYEN-2 CPYEN-4 CPYEN-6
360O CENTRAL TYPE 360OCENTRAL TYPE 360O CENTRAL TYPE
1/2 INCH TYPE NOZZLES 3/4 INCH TYPE NOZZLES 1 INCH TYPE NOZZLES
DRILL TOTAL NOZZLE PART DRILL TOTAL NOZZLE PART DRILL TOTAL NOZZLE PART
DIA. ORIFICE AREA NUMBER DIA. ORIFICE AREA NUMBER DIA. ORIFICE AREA NUMBER
0.0781 0.03832 CPYEN-2-.0781 0.1360 0.11621 CPYEN-4-.1360 0.1660 0.17314 CPYEN-6-.1660
0.0785 0.03872 CPYEN-2-.0785 0.1406 0.12421 CPYEN-4-.1406 0.1695 0.18052 CPYEN-6-.1695
0.0810 0.04122 CPYEN-2-.0810 0.1440 0.13029 CPYEN-4-.1440 0.1719 0.18567 CPYEN-6-.1719
0.0820 0.04225 CPYEN-2-.0820 0.1470 0.13577 CPYEN-4-.1470 0.1730 0.18805 CPYEN-6-.1730
0.0860 0.04647 CPYEN-2-.0860 0.1495 0.14043 CPYEN-4-.1495 0.1770 0.19685 CPYEN-6-.1770
0.0890 0.04800 CPYEN-2-.0890 0.1520 0.14517 CPYEN-4-.1520 0.1800 0.20358 CPYEN-6-.1800
0.0935 0.05493 CPYEN-2-.0935 0.1540 0.14901 CPYEN-4-.1540 0.1820 0.20812 CPYEN-6-.1820
0.0937 0.05516 CPYEN-2-.0937 0.1562 0.15330 CPYEN-4-.1562 0.1850 0.21504 CPYEN-6-.1850
0.0960 0.05791 CPYEN-2-.0960 0.1570 0.15487 CPYEN-4-.1570 0.1875 0.22089 CPYEN-6-.1875
0.0980 0.06034 CPYEN-2-.0980 0.1590 0.15885 CPYEN-4-.1590 0.1890 0.22444 CPYEN-6-.1890
0.0995 0.06221 CPYEN-2-.0995 0.1610 0.16287 CPYEN-4-.1610 0.1910 0.22922 CPYEN-6-.1910
0.1015 0.06473 CPYEN-2-.1015 0.1660 0.17314 CPYEN-4-.1660 0.1935 0.23526 CPYEN-6-.1935
0.1040 0.06796 CPYEN-2-.1040 0.1695 0.18052 CPYEN-4-.1695 0.1960 0.24137 CPYEN-6-.1960
0.1065 0.07127 CPYEN-2-.1065 0.1719 0.18567 CPYEN-4-.1719 0.1990 0.24882 CPYEN-6-.1990
0.1094 0.07520 CPYEN-2-.1094 0.1730 0.18805 CPYEN-4-.1730 0.2010 0.25385 CPYEN-6-.2010
0.1100 0.07603 CPYEN-2-.1100 0.1770 0.19685 CPYEN-4-.1770 0.2031 0.25918 CPYEN-6-.2031
0.1110 0.07742 CPYEN-2-.1110 0.1800 0.20358 CPYEN-4-.1800 0.2040 0.26148 CPYEN-6-.2040
0.1130 0.08023 CPYEN-2-.1130 0.1820 0.20812 CPYEN-4-.1820 0.2055 0.26534 CPYEN-6-.2055
0.1160 0.08455 CPYEN-2-.1160 0.1850 0.21504 CPYEN-4-.1850 0.2090 0.27446 CPYEN-6-.2090
0.1200 0.09048 CPYEN-2-.1200 0.1875 0.22089 CPYEN-4-.1875 0.2130 0.28506 CPYEN-6-.2130
0.1250 0.09817 CPYEN-2-.1250 0.1890 0.22444 CPYEN-4-.1890 0.2187 0.30052 CPYEN-6-.2187
0.1285 0.10375 CPYEN-2-.1285 0.1910 0.22922 CPYEN-4-.1910 0.2210 0.30688 CPYEN-6-.2210
0.1360 0.11621 CPYEN-2-.1360 0.1935 0.23526 CPYEN-4-.1935 0.2340 0.34522 CPYEN-6-.2340
0.1406 0.12421 CPYEN-2-.1406 0.1960 0.24137 CPYEN-4-.1960 0.2380 0.35590 CPYEN-6-.2380
0.1440 0.13029 CPYEN-2-.1440 0.1990 0.24882 CPYEN-4-.1990 0.2420 0.36797 CPYEN-6-.2420
0.1470 0.13577 CPYEN-2-.1470 0.2010 0.25385 CPYEN-4-.2010 0.2460 0.38023 CPYEN-6-.2460
0.1495 0.14043 CPYEN-2-.1495 0.2031 0.25918 CPYEN-4-.2031 0.2500 0.39270 CPYEN-6-.2500
0.1520 0.14517 CPYEN-2-.1520 0.2040 0.26140 CPYEN-4-.2040 0.2570 0.41500 CPYEN-6-.2570
0.1540 0.14901 CPYEN-2-.1540 0.2055 0.26534 CPYEN-4-.2055 0.2610 0.42802 CPYEN-6-.2610
0.1562 0.15330 CPYEN-2-.1562 0.2090 0.27446 CPYEN-4-.2090 0.2656 0.44324 CPYEN-6-.2656
0.1570 0.15487 CPYEN-2-.1570 0.2130 0.28506 CPYEN-4-.2130 0.2660 0.44457 CPYEN-6-.2660
0.1590 0.15885 CPYEN-2-.1590 0.2187 0.30052 CPYEN-4-.2187 0.2720 0.46485 CPYEN-6-.2720
0.1610 0.16287 CPYEN-2-.1610 0.2210 0.30688 CPYEN-4-.2210 0.2770 0.48210 CPYEN-6-.2770
0.1660 0.17314 CPYEN-2-.1660 0.2340 0.34404 CPYEN-4-.2340 0.2810 0.49613 CPYEN-6-.2810
0.1695 0.18052 CPYEN-2-.1695 0.2344 0.34522 CPYEN-4-.2344 0.2812 0.49683 CPYEN-6-.2812
0.1719 0.18567 CPYEN-2-.1719 0.2380 0.35590 CPYEN-4-.2380 0.2900 0.52842 CPYEN-6-.2900
0.1730 0.18805 CPYEN-2-.1730 0.2420 0.36797 CPYEN-4-.2420 0.2950 0.54679 CPYEN-6-.2950
0.1770 0.19685 CPYEN-2-.1770 0.2460 0.38023 CPYEN-4-.2460 0.2969 0.55386 CPYEN-6-.2969
0.1800 0.20358 CPYEN-2-.1800 0.2500 0.39270 CPYEN-4-.2500 0.3020 0.57305 CPYEN-6-.3020
0.1820 0.20812 CPYEN-2-.1820 0.2570 0.41500 CPYEN-4-.2570 0.3125 0.61359 CPYEN-6-.3125
0.1850 0.21504 CPYEN-2-.1850 0.2610 0.42802 CPYEN-4-.2610 0.3160 0.62741 CPYEN-6-.3160
0.1875 0.22089 CPYEN-2-.1875 0.3230 0.65552 CPYEN-6-.3230
0.1890 0.22444 CPYEN-2-.1890 0.3281 0.67638 CPYEN-6-.3281
0.1910 0.22922 CPYEN-2-.1910 0.3320 0.69256 CPYEN-6-.3320
0.1935 0.23526 CPYEN-2-.1935
0.1960 0.24137 CPYEN-2-.1960

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TABLE 2-8 Central 360O Nozzle Part Numbers

CPYEN-8 CPYEN-10 CPYEN-12
360O CENTRAL TYPE 360O CENTRAL TYPE 360O CENTRAL TYPE
1 1/4 INCH TYPE NOZZLES 1 1/2 INCH TYPE NOZZLES 2 INCH TYPE NOZZLES
DRILL TOTAL NOZZLE PART DRILL TOTAL NOZZLE PART DRILL TOTAL NOZZLE PART
DIA. ORIFICE AREA NUMBER DIA. ORIFICE AREA NUMBER DIA. ORIFICE AREA NUMBER
0.2187 0.30052 CPYEN-8-.2187 0.2570 0.41500 CPYEN-10-.2570 0.3281 0.67638 CPYEN-12-.3281
0.2210 0.30688 CPYEN-8-.2210 0.2610 0.42802 CPYEN-10-.2610 0.3320 0.69256 CPYEN-12-.3320
0.2340 0.34404 CPYEN-8-.2340 0.2656 0.44324 CPYEN-10-.2656 0.3390 0.72207 CPYEN-12-.3390
0.2344 0.34522 CPYEN-8-.2344 0.2660 0.44457 CPYEN-10-.2660 0.3437 0.74223 CPYEN-12-.3437
0.2380 0.35590 CPYEN-8-.2380 0.2720 0.46485 CPYEN-10-.2720 0.3480 0.76092 CPYEN-12-.3480
0.2420 0.36797 CPYEN-8-.2420 0.2770 0.48210 CPYEN-10-.2770 0.3580 0.80528 CPYEN-12-.3580
0.2460 0.38023 CPYEN-8-.2460 0.2810 0.49613 CPYEN-10-.2810 0.3594 0.81159 CPYEN-12-.3594
0.2500 0.39270 CPYEN-8-.2500 0.2812 0.49683 CPYEN-10-.2812 0.3680 0.85089 CPYEN-12-.3680
0.2570 0.41500 CPYEN-8-.2570 0.2900 0.52842 CPYEN-10-.2900 0.3750 0.88357 CPYEN-12-.3750
0.2610 0.42802 CPYEN-8-.2610 0.2950 0.54679 CPYEN-10-.2950 0.3770 0.89302 CPYEN-12-.3770
0.2656 0.44324 CPYEN-8-.2656 0.2969 0.55386 CPYEN-10-.2969 0.3860 0.93617 CPYEN-12-.3860
0.2660 0.44457 CPYEN-8-.2660 0.3020 0.57305 CPYEN-10-.3020 0.3906 0.95861 CPYEN-12-.3906
0.2720 0.46485 CPYEN-8-.2720 0.3125 0.61359 CPYEN-10-.3125 0.3970 0.99029 CPYEN-12-.3970
0.2770 0.48210 CPYEN-8-.2770 0.3160 0.62741 CPYEN-10-.3160 0.4040 1.02552 CPYEN-12-.4040
0.2810 0.49613 CPYEN-8-.2810 0.3230 0.65552 CPYEN-10-.3230 0.4062 1.03671 CPYEN-12-.4062
0.2812 0.49683 CPYEN-8-.2812 0.3281 0.67638 CPYEN-10-.3281 0.4130 1.07172 CPYEN-12-.4130
0.2900 0.52842 CPYEN-8-.2900 0.3320 0.69256 CPYEN-10-.3320 0.4219 1.11840 CPYEN-12-.4219
0.2950 0.54679 CPYEN-8-.2950 0.3390 0.72207 CPYEN-10-.3390 0.4375 1.20264 CPYEN-12-.4375
0.2969 0.55386 CPYEN-8-.2969 0.3437 0.74223 CPYEN-10-.3437 0.4531 1.28993 CPYEN-12-.4531
0.3020 0.57305 CPYEN-8-.3020 0.3480 0.76092 CPYEN-10-.3480 0.4688 1.38088 CPYEN-12-.4688
0.3125 0.61359 CPYEN-8-.3125 0.3580 0.80528 CPYEN-10-.3580 0.4844 1.47431 CPYEN-12-.4844
0.3160 0.62741 CPYEN-8-.3160 0.3594 0.81159 CPYEN-1 0-.3594 0.5000 1.57080 CPYEN-12-.5000
0.3230 0.65552 CPYEN-8-.3230 0.3680 0.85089 CPYEN-10-.3680 0.5156 1.67034 CPYEN-12-.5156
0.3281 0.67638 CPYEN-8-.3281 0.3750 0.88357 CPYEN-10-.3750 0.5313 1.77361 CPYEN-12-.5313
0.3320 0.69256 CPYEN-8-.3320 0.3770 0.89302 CPYEN-10-.3770 0.5469 1.87930 CPYEN-12-.5469
0.3390 0.72207 CPYEN-8-.3390 0.3860 0.93617 CPYEN-10-.3860 0.5625 1.98804 CPYEN-12-.5625
0.3437 0.74223 CPYEN-8-.3437 0.3906 0.95861 CPYEN-10-.3906 0.5781 2.09984 CPYEN-12-.5781
0.3480 0.76092 CPYEN-8-.3480 0.3970 0.99029 CPYEN-10-.3970 0.5938 2.21544 CPYEN-12-.5938
0.3580 0.80528 CPYEN-8-.3580 0.4040 1.02552 CPYEN-1 0-.4040 0.6094 2.33337 CPYEN-12-.6094
0.3594 0.81159 CPYEN-8-.3594 0.4062 1.03671 CPYEN-1 0-.4062 0.6250 2.45437 CPYEN-12-.6250
0.3680 0.85089 CPYEN-8-.3680 0.4130 1.07172 CPYEN-10-.4130 0.6406 2.57842 CPYEN-12-.6406
0.3750 0.88357 CPYEN-8-.3750 0.4219 1.11840 CPYEN-10-.4219 0.6563 2.70635 CPYEN-12-.6563
0.3770 0.89302 CPYEN-8-.3770 0.4375 1.20264 CPYEN-1 0-.4375
0.3860 0.93617 CPYEN-8-.3860 0.4531 1.28993 CPYEN-1 0-.4531
0.3906 0.95861 CPYEN-8-.3906 0.4688 1.38088 CPYEN-1 0-.4688
0.3970 0.99029 CPYEN-8-.3970 0.4844 1.47431 CPYEN-1 0-.4844
0.4040 1.02552 CPYEN-8-.4040 0.5000 1.57080 CPYEN-1 0-.5000
0.4062 1.03671 CPYEN-8-.4062
0.4130 1.07172 CPYEN-8-.4130
0.4219 1.11840 CPYEN-8-.4219
0.4375 1.20264 CPYEN-8-.4375

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P/N 500-697967BG-5
August 6, 2009
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SYSTEM DESIGN
A. Introduction
The design section provides an understanding of the
TABLE 2-9 Flow Limitations
characteristics of HFC-227ea in relation to its flow
from its storage container, through the piping network, 1. Duration of Discharge
to its discharging from the distribution nozzles. Infor- The liquid HFC-227ea discharge from a nozzle shall not
mation is also given for the “authority having jurisdic- exceed 10 seconds in accordance w ith NFPA 2001. A design
discharge timeof less than 6 seconds liquid is not to be used.
tion” for approving the system installation. Systems
2. Maximum Percent In Pipe
shall be installed and maintained in accordance with
NFPA 2001 and this manual. The calculation method Maximum percent in pipe is 82.1%.
has been investigated for specific types of pipe, types 3. T he Minimum Orifice Area Ratio
of fitting, and pipe inside diameters. When the speci- The minimum orifice area ratio for 1/2 inch nozzles is 10% of
fied limitations are not maintained there is a risk that open end pipe. For the remainder of nozzle sizes the ratio is
the system will not supply the designed quantity of 20% of open end pipe.
agent. 4. Limit of Agent

The flow of HFC-227ea through the discharge piping Limit of agent before first tee is 9.3%. The amount of agent in
the pipe before the first tee (closest to the agent supply
is a complex two phase flow. SINORIX™ 227 Fire cylinder or cylinders) shall not be below 9.3%.
Extinguishing Systems have been investigated and
5. Minimum Nozzle Pressure
comply with UL 2166 test standards for clean agents.
Minimum nozzle presssure is 68 PSIG.
NFPA 2001 standards shall be followed by the system
designer. NFPA 2001 may be obtained from National 6. Maximum Nozzle Orifice Area
Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, The maximum nozzle orifice area is 81.3% of open end pipe.
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269. 7. Minimum Flow Rates

SINORIX™ 227 Fire Extinguishing System is designed The miminum flow rates must be exceeded.
for total flooding applications to extinguish Class A, B, NOTE: This chart gives approximate sizes only--the fact that a system
and C type fires. It is important that every system be may be esti mated by thi s chart does not guarantee that suffi ci ent
p re s s u re i s a v a i l a b l e to a c tu a l l y d e v e l o p a n a c c e p ta b l e p i p i n g
designed to provide maximum extinguishing charac- network--long runs of pipe or large numbers of fittings may drop the
teristics and that the limitations for total flooding are system pressures bel ow acceptabl e l i m i ts even w hen pi pe si zes
followed. conform fully to the above chart--an actual computer calculation must
be done to confi rm both pi pe si zi ng and feasi bi l i ty of the pi pi ng
network.
B. Design Parameters
8. Maximum Arrival T ime Imbalance
The Hydraulic Flow Calculation Program SINORIX™ When the difference betw een liquid arrival times at tw o of the
CPY 3.30 will select the pipe sizes for each section in nozzles exceeds the 1.02 second allow ed maximum, a
the piping network based on the HFC-227ea flow rate w arning w ill be activated.
for each section. However, if so desired, pipe sizes can 9. Maximum Runout T ime Imbalance
be manually input into the program. When doing so, the The maximum runout time imbalance exceeded betw een
pipe sizes chosen must fall within the minimum and nozzles X and Y. The difference betw een liquid runout times at
maximum range of flow rates shown in Table 2-10. tw o of the nozzles exceeds the 2.16 second allow ed
maximum.

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C. Tee Limitations
To obtain the most economical piping for a given hazard • System minimum flow imbalance from the side
layout, tees are employed to branch the HFC-227ea outlet of a Thru Tee is 10 %.
flow to the various locations within the hazard or multiple • Bullhead tees must have both outlets in the
hazards. The exit branches of the tees must be horizon- same horizontal plane.
tal. The maximum and minimum percent imbalances
• Side tee splits must have the inlet and both
permitted are shown as follows. The system has been
outlets in the same horizontal plane.
tested using Schedule 40 steel pipe and 300 pound
class ASTM A-197 fittings. See Hughes Associates, • Elbows before tee splits must be located a
Inc. SINORIX™ CPY 3.10 User’s Manual for more minimum distance of 10 nominal pipe diam-
details on pipe and fitting details. eters up stream of the tee. The fittings are
measured center to center.
• System maximum imbalance from a branch of a
Bullhead Tee is 30 - 70 %. • It is not allowed to increase pipe size (diameter)
in the downstream flow direction in a pipe network.
• System minimum imbalance from a branch of a
Bullhead Tee is 50 - 50 %. • Tee splits must be spaced a minimum of 10
nominal pipe diameters apart, plus fittings,
• System maximum flow imbalance from the side
measured center to center.
outlet of a Thru Tee is 35%.

70% Maximum Imbalance

for Bull Tee
Unbalance Limits
for Bull Tee

30% 100%
50%

Minimum Imbalance
for Bull Tee
Balance for Bull Tee

50%
100%

100%

Minimum Imbalance
for Thru Tee Side Outlet Section
Unbalanced Limit
for Thru Tee Minimum
Allowable for
Side Outlet Tee

90% MAX. 10% MIN.

Unbalanced Limit
100% for Thru Tee Maximum
Allowable for
Side Outlet Tee

65% MIN. 35% MAX. Maximum Imbalance

for Thru Tee Side Outlet
Figure 2-3 Section
Tee Limitations

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UNBALANCED SYSTEMS computer calculation must be done to confirm both

For unbalanced systems one or more of the following pipe sizing and feasibility of the piping network.
conditions apply:
(a) Unequal flow rates at one or more nozzles. TABLE 2-10 Min. and Max. Flow Rates
(b) Unequal orifice areas in multiple nozzle systems. LBS/SEC NOMINAL PIPE SIZE
(c) Unequal pipe sizes and/or lengths of branch legs. 0.7 - 3.4. 1/2 -SCH 40
(d) Odd number of nozzles. 2.0 - 5.8 3/4 -SCH 40
(e) Both Bull tees and Side/Thru tee Applications are 3.4 - 8.4. 1 -SCH 40
used. The tee exits must be in the horizontal plane. 5.8 - 13.0 1 1/4 -SCH 40
8.4 - 19.5 1 1/2 -SCH 40
NOTE: Table 2-10 gives approximate sizes only — the 13.0 - 33.0. 2 -SCH 40
fact that a system may be estimated by this chart does 19.5 - 58.0 2 1/2 -SCH 40 TABLE
not guarantee that sufficient pressure is available to 33.0 - 95.0 3 -SCH 40
actually develop an acceptable piping network — long 58.0 - 127.0 4 -SCH 40
runs of pipe or large numbers of fittings may drop the 95.0 - 222.0 5 -SCH 40
system pressures below acceptable limits even when 127.0 - 317.8 6 -SCH 40
pipe sizes conform fully to the above chart — an actual The chart assumes the use of a grade of pipe which may be used
in Schedule 40 wall thickness in the full range of pipe sizes noted.

AGENT STORAGE TEMPERATURE

Calculation is based on agent storage temperature of 70°F. Therefore, the container operating/storage
temperature must be in the 60 to 80°F range for a single unbalanced system protecting two or more separate
hazards. If the container operating/storage temperature is outside this range, an insufficient quantity of agent
may be discharged from one or more discharge nozzles.

FROM SUPPLY
TO HAZARD TO HAZARD

TO HAZARD
TO HAZARD
FROM SUPPLY
FROM SUPPLY TO HAZARD
TO HAZARD
GOOD GOOD

NO GOOD

TO HAZARD
TO HAZARD FROM SUPPLY

TO HAZARD
TO HAZARD

TO HAZARD FROM SUPPLY

GOOD GOOD FROM SUPPLY

TO HAZARD

NO GOOD
TO HAZARD

TO HAZARD
TO HAZARD

FROM SUPPLY
TO HAZARD FROM SUPPLY
FROM SUPPLY
TO HAZARD
TO HAZARD
GOOD GOOD NO GOOD

Figure 2-4

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Tee Orientations c) Pressure Adjustment: The design quantity of the

SINORIX™ 227 Fire Extinguishing System agent
D. Defining the Scope of Protection shall be adjusted to compensate for ambient pres-
sures that vary more than 3000 ft (915 m) of ele-
Before making any calculation, the following must be
vation from standard sea level pressure. See Table
known. This will provide the design parameters to
2-13.
protect the hazard.
a) The hazard class: A, B, C. d) The minimum and maximum ambient temperature
b) Based on the class of fire, the design concen- in the volume being protected.
tration by volume will be assigned. e) The minimum and maximum temperature at which
NOTE: Class A fires are those which involve ordinary the HFC-227ea Cylinders shall be stored when
combustible materials such as wood, cloth, paper, rubber systems are unbalanced and protection different
and many plastics or other cellulose type materials. Refer hazards is 60 deg. The Max is 80 deg.
to NFPA 2001 (2004 Edition).
f) The exact internal dimensions of the hazard in
Class A hazard extinguishment is based on a terms of length, width and height.
5.1875% extinguishing concentration. With a 20% g) Will materials, stock, etc., that accrue on a daily
safety factor per NFPA 2001 (5.1875 X 1.2 = 6.25%), basis affect the volume in any appreciable
the minimum design concentration for Class A haz- amounts?
ards shall be 6.25% (For systems requiring FM
Approval, the minimum Class A concentration shall h) If any air handling equipment is assigned to the
be 6.5%.) See UL2166 and NFPA 2001 (2004 Edi- hazard, review the equipment’s capacity as to
tion) for more information. air changes per hour. A hold time of the agent
after discharge must be taken into consideration.
1.) Power is to be effectively shut down at sys-
tem discharge. If power can not be shut i) When the calculation method is used for mul-
down, the hazard must be classified as Class C. tiple hazards and the temperature of the cylin-
ders varies +/- 10°F (5.5°C) there is the risk that
2.) Higher design concentrations are required the system will not supply the required quantity
for the protection of Class B fuels. See Annex of extinguishing agent.
B of NFPA 2001 (2004 Edition) for more
information on the minimum cup burner value
for a fuel. Per NFPA 2001, use the highest TABLE 2-11 Min. Design Concentration Volume
minimum cup burner value and apply a 30% FUEL Concentration % by Volume
safety factor (multiply this extinguishment
Class A UL 6.25% FM 6.5%
concentration value by 1.3) for the design
concentration. The minimum design concen- Commercial grade heptane extinguishments concentration
testing is conducted at 6.7%. Per NFPA 2001 (2004 edition) a
tration for the protection of all Class B haz- 30% Safety Factor is applied. 6.7% times 1.3 = the 8.71%
ards shall be 8.71% based on a UL2166 total design concentration.
flooding test program. For systems requiring Class B Design concentration determined by highest cup
FM Approval, the minimum Class B concen- burner extinguishment value of Class B fuel found
tration shall be 9.0%. w ithin protected hazard. Minimum Class B design
concentration shall be: UL 8.71%, FM 9.0%.
3.) Electrical nonconductivity of the extinguish- See below for the minimum design concentraiton required.
ing media is of importance. The volumes,
Minimum design concentration for Class C hazards shall be at
areas, and measurements of the hazard that least that for Class A surface fire. The design concentration for
are used for Class A hazards are the same as Class B fuels and all manually actuated only systems can be
for those of Class B and C. achieved by increasing the extinguishments concentration by a
safety factor of 30%.
See tables above for the required concentra-
tion by volume for flame extinguishment and
inerting for various hazards. The minimum
use concentration for total flooding applica- VENTILATION AND UNCLOSEABLE OPENINGS
tions of SINORIX™ is 6.25% v/v for Class A When the system is discharged into a complete enclo-
materials, in accordance with NFPA 2001, sure, normal cracks and gaps under doorways must
unless a higher concentration is required for not impact system performance. If there are openings
the specific hazard being protected. in the volume, they must be sealed. Doors and normal

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vents that are required in the enclosure must be closed Minimum ambient temperature: 70°F
prior to, or at the time of discharge. Doors or closures The room is normally occupied.
that normally swing to a closed position, are not held
Area. A = L x W
open, or will not be open when SINORIX™ 227 Fire
Extinguishing System is discharged, need no system A = 20 ft. x 20 ft. = 400 square feet.
generated mechanism to make them close. Doors and Volume, V = H x A
closures, including ventilation, that are held open or V = ( 8 ft. x 400 ft. 2) = 3200 cubic feet to be protected.
operating must have devices installed to close them at
V x [ 0.0341 (lb/cu ft.) ] = lbs of required agent.
the beginning, or before system discharge. Doors
3200 cu ft. x 0.0341 (lb/cu ft.) = 109.12 lbs of HFC-
should be closed and ventilation fans shut down prior to
227ea agent is the minimum amount for this section.
discharge.

E. Amount of Agent Required SECTION II - Storage Room A

Area. A = L x W
Equipment facility example: the following is an example A = 15 ft. x 10 ft. = 150 square feet.
of a hazard with a three nozzle engineered system. The
system is for the protection of equipment. Table 2-12 Volume, V = H x A
shows the amount in pounds per cubic foot of HFC- V = ( 8 ft. x 150 ft. 2) = 1200 cubic feet to be protected.
227ea required for a specific concentration at a spe- V x [ 0.0341 (lb/cu ft.) ] = lbs of required agent.
cific temperature. 1200 cu ft. x 0.0341 (lb/cu ft.) = 40.92 lbs of HFC-
At 700F and 7% concentration, the value used is 0.0341 227ea agent is the minimum amount for this section.
(lb/cu ft) W/V [agent weight requirements (lb/cu ft)]. In
order to determine the quantity of agent required, SECTION III - Storage Room B
multiply the volume of the hazard by the factor 0.0341. Area. A = L x W
A = 15 ft. x 10 ft. = 150 square feet.
HAZARD: EQUIPMENT ROOM Volume, V = H x A
SECTION I - Computer Room V = ( 8 ft. x 150 ft. 2) = 1200 cubic feet to be protected.
Length 20 feet; Width 20 feet; Height 8 feet.
V x [ 0.0341 (lb/cu ft.) ] = lbs of required agent.
Concentration specified, by the requirements of the
end user are 7 % For Class A Hazard. 1200 cu ft. x 0.0341 (lb/cu ft.) = 40.92 lbs of HFC-
227ea agent is the minimum amount for this section.

36'0"

15'0" 20'0"

TAPE LIBRARY COMPUTER ROOM

10'0"

20'0"

STORAGE ROOM

10'0"

Figure 2-5
SINORIXTM EXAMPLE Three Nozzle Application
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AREA MINIMUM ADJUSTED TABLE 2-13 Atmospheric Correction Factor

AGENT AGENT Correction
Section I 109.12 lbs. 110 lbs. Altitude Enclosure Pressure Factor
Section II 40.92 lbs. 41 lbs. -3,000 ft (0.92 km) 16.25 psia (84.0 cm Hg) 1.11
Section III 40.92 lbs. 41 lbs. 2,000 ft (0.61 km) 15.71 psia (81.2 cm Hg) 1.07

Min agent required = 192 lbs. -1,000 ft (0.30 km) 15.23 psia (78.7 cm Hg) 1.04
Use One CPY 250 Cylinder filled to 197 lbs. of agent. 0 ft (0.00 km) 14.71 psia (76.0 cm Hg) 1.00
1,000 ft (0.30 km) 14.18 psia (73.3 cm Hg) 0.96
NOTE: The Agent required is rounded up to a whole
number when determining the fill for the cylinder. 2,000 ft (0.61 km) 13.64 psia (70.5 cm Hg) 0.93
3,000 ft (0.92 km) 13.12 psia (67.8 cm Hg) 0.89
Pressure Adjustment: The design quantity of the HFC-
4,000 ft (1.21 km) 12.58 psia (65.0 cm Hg) 0.86
227ea agent shall be adjusted to compensate for
ambient pressures that vary more than 3000 ft (915 m) 5,000 ft (1.52 km) 12.04 psia (62.2 cm Hg) 0.82
of elevation from standard sea level pressure. 6,000 ft (1.83 km) 11.53 psia (59.6 cm Hg) 0.78

Based on the elevation, apply the correction factor 7,000 ft (2.13 km) 11.03 psia (57.0 cm Hg) 0.75
(C.F.) from Table 2-13 to determine the required agent 8,000 ft (2.43 km) 10.64 psig (55.0 cm Hg) 0.72
weight according to the formula: 9,000 ft (2.74 km) 10.22 psig (52.8 cm Hg) 0.69

W = C.F.* ( ( ))
V
s
C
100-C
10,000 ft (3.05 km) 9.77 psig (50.5 cm Hg)

NOTE: In order to calculate concentrations for

0.66

temperatures not shown on Table 2-12, the following

equations from NFPA 2001 shall be used.

V C
W= s
( 100-C )
TABLE 2-12 Agent Required
Amount of HFC-227ea Agent Required
HFC-227ea Weight Requirements of Hazard Volume W/V (lb/cu ft)
Design Concentration (% by Volume)
Specific
Temp. Vapor
-t - Volume 6.25 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
(O F) (cu ft/lb)
-S-
10 1.9264 0.0346 0.0391 0.0451 0.0513 0.0577 0.0642 0.0708 0.0776
20 1.9736 0.0337 0.0381 0.0441 0.0501 0.0563 0.0626 0.0691 0.0757
30 2.0210 0.0329 0.0372 0.0430 0.0489 0.0550 0.0612 0.0675 0.0739
40 2.0678 0.0322 0.0364 0.0421 0.0478 0.0537 0.0598 0.0659 0.0723
50 2.1146 0.0315 0.0356 0.0411 0.0468 0.0525 0.0584 0.0645 0.0707
60 2.1612 0.0308 0.0348 0.0402 0.0458 0.0514 0.0572 0.0631 0.0691
70 2.2075 0.0302 0.0341 0.0394 0.0448 0.0503 0.0560 0.0618 0.0677
80 2.2538 0.0295 0.0334 0.0386 0.0439 0.0493 0.0548 0.0605 0.0663
90 2.2994 0.0289 0.0327 0.0378 0.0430 0.0483 0.0538 0.0593 0.0650
100 2.3452 0.0284 0.0321 0.0371 0.0422 0.0474 0.0527 0.0581 0.0637
110 2.3912 0.0278 0.0315 0.0364 0.0414 0.0465 0.0517 0.0570 0.0625
120 2.4366 0.0273 0.0309 0.0357 0.0406 0.0456 0.0507 0.0560 0.0613
130 2.4820 0.0268 0.0303 0.0350 0.0398 0.0448 0.0498 0.0549 0.0602
140 2.5272 0.0263 0.0298 0.0344 0.0391 0.0440 0.0489 0.0540 0.0591
150 2.5727 0.0259 0.0293 0.0338 0.0384 0.0432 0.0480 0.0530 0.0581

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NOTE: This calculation includes an allowance for the

1) W = [ Mass of HFC-227ea (lb) ]
normal leakage from a “tight” enclosure due to agent
2) t [Temperature (OF)] = The design temperature in the expansion.
hazard area.
Note: The Above Method of determining the amount of
3) s [Specific Volume (cu ft/lb)] = Specific volume of HFC-227ea is from Table 2-12. This can also be
superheated HFC-227ea vapor may be approximated accomplished by using the computer software program,
by the formula: by using the input section under enclosure information
and supplying the design criteria and hazard
s = 1.885 + 0.0046t configuration. The computer program will automatically
where t = temperature (OF) calculate each hazard area and then summarize the total
requirements.
4) C [Concentration (%)] = volumetric concentration of
HFC-227ea in air at the temperature indicated.

NOTE: The agent required must be based on the lowest FIGURE 2-6 Hazard Example: Output Statements
expected ambient temperature in the protected space. The following are the output statements for the hazard
Care must be taken that the calculated concentration for example. They are for reference only. See the soft-
normally occupied spaces at the highest expected ware instructions for further details.
ambient temperature in the space does not exceed 10.5%
v/v per NFPA 2001.

Figure 2-6
Hazard Example: Output Statements

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Figure 2-6 (Cont.)

Hazard Example: Output Statements
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Figure 2-6 (Cont.)

Hazard Example: Output Statements
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F. Nozzle Area Coverage area coverage per nozzle is 40 ft. x 40 ft. = 1600 sq. ft.
Nozzles shall be installed with the inlet to the nozzle The longest side length is 40 ft. maximum. This maximum
perpendicular to the ceiling. When installing the 1800 length limitation applies for a range in hazard height
type nozzle, the side holes of the pattern are to be from 1 ft. minimum to 16 ft. maximum.
parallel with the wall on which the nozzle is being
installed. G. Nozzle Application

See Figures 2-7 and 2-8. Review the following.

1. Cylinder location.
All nozzles are rated for a maximum hazard height of
16 ft. See Figure 2-9. If hazard exceeds 16 ft. in height, 2. The anticipated piping requirements.
multiple tier of nozzles must be used for each 16 ft. 3. Any obstructions that will hinder the distribution
increment of enclosure of height. The maximum floor of the agent.

40' Max. 40' Max.

L/2 L/2

L/2 L/2

40' 40'

L/2 L/2

Nozzle Type Nozzle Type

Sidewall 180° Central 360°

Flow Path 180°

Flow Path 360°

80' Max.
40' Max. 40' Max.

Min. Distance
4 inches

Flow Path 360°

40' Max. 40' Max.

Flow Path 180°

40' Max.

Two Sidewalls 180O Max. Area Coverage

O
Sidewall 180 Nozzle Max. Area Coverage Central 360O Nozzle Max. Area Coverage

Figure 2-7
Area Coverage Per Nozzle

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The 180o sidewall nozzles shall be adjacent to a wall. The They may be applied back to back, providing an area
area coverage can not be exceeded. Two 180o nozzles coverage of 40 by 80 feet.
may be used in the center of the hazard. They may be
See Figure 2-7 for details.
installed from 2 to 12 inches down when referenced from
the ceiling. When referencing the wall to the nozzle, the For the 360o nozzle, reference the center of the orifice.
range of installation is from 0 to 12 inches off the wall.

2" Min.
12" Max.
Orifice CL

2" Min. Orifice CL

12" Max.
0" Min.
12" Max.

2" Min.
12" Max.
Orifice CL

2" Min.
12" Max.

0" Min.
0" Min.
12" Max.
12" Max.
Orifice CL

2" Min.
12" Max.
2" Min.
12" Max.

0" Min.
12" Max.
Orifice CL
CL

For a 360O nozzle, reference the center of the orifice; for a 180O nozzle,
reference the center line between the top orifice and the bottom orifice.

Figure 2-8
Nozzle Location within a Hazard

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For the 180o nozzle reference, the centerline is be- 12 inches down when referenced from the ceiling. See
tween the top orifice and the bottom orifice. Figure 2-7 for details.
The 360o Central nozzle shall be installed at the center During nozzle installation, pipe supports shall be rated
of the hazard. The area coverage can not be ex- to support the dead weight of the piping and the thrust
ceeded. The nozzles may be installed from 2 inches to forces of the HFC-227ea discharge.

16'
360O
Central
Max. Nozzle Height
per section is 16’

16'
180O
Side Wall
Max. Nozzle Height
per section is 16’

180O
Side Wall
Max. Nozzle Height
per section is 16'
30’

180O
Side Wall
Max. Nozzle Height
per section is 16'

Figure 2-9
Nozzle Elevation

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(a) If nozzles are only located above the container H. Equivalent Length Data
outlet, the maximum elevation difference
between the container outlet and the farthest TABLE 2-14
Equivalent Length T hreaded Fittings 300 lb. Malleable
horizontal pipe run or discharge nozzle (which-
Unit of Meature: Feet
ever is furthest) shall not exceed 30 feet.
Pipe 90 45 T hru Side Union Union
(b) If nozzles are only located below the container Size El. El. Tee Tee Cplg. Elbow
outlet, the maximum elevation difference 1/2" 1.7 0.8 1.0 3.4 0.4 2.1
between the container outlet and the farthest 3/4" 2.2 1.0 1.4 4.5 0.5 2.7
horizontal pipe run or discharge nozzle (which-
1" 2.8 1.3 1.8 5.7 0.6 3.4
ever is furthest) shall not exceed 30 feet.
1 1/4" 3.7 1.7 2.3 7.5 0.9 5.2
(c) If nozzles are located above and below the 1 1/2" 4.3 2.0 2.7 8.7 0.9 5.2
container outlet, the maximum elevation
2" 5.5 2.6 3.5 11.2 1.2 6.7
difference between the farthest horizontal pipe
2 1/2" 6.5 3.1 4.1 13.4 1.4 8.0
runs or nozzles (whichever is furthest) shall not
exceed 30 feet. 3" 8.2 3.8 5.1 16.8 1.8 10.0
4" 10.7 5.0 6.7 21.8 2.4 13.1

NOTE: If a systems violates these limits, then consult the 5" 13.4 6.3 8.4 27.4 3.0 16.4
manufacture engineering team for design review, and 6" 16.2 7.6 10.1 32.8 3.5 19.7
what course of action should be taken.
TABLE 2-15
Equivalent Length Vitaulic Fittings
Unit of Measure: Feet
Pipe 90 45 T hru Side
A B Size Elbow Elbow Tee Tee
3/4" 1.3 0.6 1.3 3.2
1" 1.7 0.8 1.7 4.2
1 1/4" 2.1 1.0 2.1 5.3
1 1/2" 2.6 1.2 2.6 6.3
2" 3.5 1.8 3.5 8.5
30 Feet 30 Feet
2 1/2" 4.3 2.2 4.3 10.8
3" 5.0 2.6 5.0 13.0
4" 6.8 3.4 6.8 16.0
5" 8.5 4.2 8.5 21.0
6" 10.0 5.0 10.0 25.0

A
B
T
E
L
TABLE 2-16
Equivalent Length Welded Fittings
Unit of Measure: Feet
Pipe 90 45 T hru Side
Size Elbow Elbow Tee Tee
C
1/2" 0.8 0.3 0.7 2.1
30 Feet 3/4" 1.1 0.4 0.9 2.8
1" 1.4 0.5 1.1 3.5
1 1/4" 1.8 0.7 1.5 4.6
1 1/2" 2.1 0.8 1.7 5.4
2" 2.8 1.0 2.2 6.9
2 1/2" 3.3 1.2 2.7 8.2
3" 4.1 1.5 3.3 10.2
4" 5.4 2.0 4.4 13.4
Figure 2-10 5" 6.7 2.5 5.5 16.8
Nozzle Locations 6" 8.1 3.0 6.6 20.2

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22 Shuttle
TABLE 2-17
Equivalent Length. Cylinder Valves with Syphon Tubes, Discharge Flex Hoses, Check Valves, and Shuttle Valves

Cylinder Valve Equivalent Discharge Equivalent Check Equivalent Shuttle Equivalent

and Syphon Tube Length (ft) Flex Hose Length (ft) Valve Length (ft) Valve Length (ft)

1" and 35 lb. cyl. 16.5

1" 7.0 N/A 1"
N/A 7.9
1" and 70 lb. cyl. 17.5

1 1/2" and 150 lb. cyl. 28.3

1 1/2" 7.6 2"
4.0 1 1/2" 12.1
1 1/2" and 250 lb. cyl. 28.3

2 1/2" and 375 lb. cyl. 30.8

2 1/2" 11.6 3"
4.0 N/A N/A
vesVal2 1/2" and 560 lb. cyl. 30.8

4" and 1200 lb. cyl. 75.0 4" 10.0 4" 2.0 N/A N/A

NOTE: The equivalent lengths referenced under tables 2-14, 2-15, 2-16 and 2-17 are associated with schedule 40 pipe.

TABLE 2-18 Minimum Pressure At Inspection

Cylinder Pressure V s. Temperature At Cylinder Gauge

Cylinders are charged to 360 psig at 70OF
Temperature Nominal Charged
O O
F C Pressure PSIG Bar
32 0 288 19.9
40 4.4 303 20.9
50 10.0 321 22.2
60 15.6 340 23.5
70 21.1 360 24.8
80 26.7 381 26.3
90 32.2 402 27.7
100 37.5 425 29.3
110 43.3 449 31.0
120 48.9 475 32.7
130 54.4 502 34.6

NOTE: The pressure tolerance at full operation is +15 -0 PSIG.

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O
Liquid Level Indicator Readings for 150 lb Chart at 70 F

20

18

16

14
LLI Tape Reading in Inches

12

10

0
0 50 100 150 200

Pounds HFC-227ea +/-2.5%

Figure 2-11 EXAMPLE:

LLI Readings for 150 lb. Chart at 70OF DATA=12 INCHES
TEMPERATURE=70O
AGENT IN CYLINDER=116 LBS.

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Liquid Level Indicator Readings for 250 lb Chart at 70O F

20

18

16

14
LLI Tape Reading in Inches

12

10

0
50 100 150 200 250 300

Pounds HFC-227ea +/-2.5%

Figure 2-12
LLI Readings for 250 lb. Chart at 70OF

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Liquid Level Indicator Readings for 375 lb Chart at 70O F

35

30

25
LLI Tape Reading in Inches

20

15

10

0
0 100 200 300 400

Pounds HFC-227ea +/-2.5%

Figure 2-13
LLI Readings for 375 lb. Chart at 70OF
TABLE 24 Physical Pro perties of HFC-227ea

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Liquid Level Indicator Readings for 560 lb Chart at 70 F
35

30

25
LLI Tape Reading in Inches

20

15

10

0
200 250 300 350 400 450 500 550
Pounds HFC-227ea +/-2.5%

Figure 2-14
LLI Readings for 560 lb. Chart at 70OF

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O
Liquid Level Indicator Readings for 1200 lb Chart at 70 F

30

25
LLI Tape Reading in Inches

20

15

10

0
400 600 800 1000 1200 1400
Pounds HFC-227ea +/-2.5%

Figure 2-15
LLI Readings for 1200 lb. Chart at 70OF

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TABLE 2-19 Physical Properties of HFC-227ea

Molecular Weight 170.0

Boiling Point at 1 atm., OF 1.9

Freezing Point, OF -204.0

Critical Temperature, OF 214.0

Critical Pressure, psia 422.0

Critical Volume, cu. ft. per lb. 0.0258

Critical Density, lb. per cu. ft. 38.76

Critical Compressibility 0.255

Acentric Factor 0.356

Dipole Moment, Debyes 1.4309

Specific Heat, Saturated Liquid (Cp) at 77OF, BTU per lb. Per OF .282

Specific Heat, Saturated Vapor (Cp) at 77OF, BTU per lb. Per OF .2054

Specific Heat, Saturated heated Vapor (Cp) at 1 atm., 77OF, BTU per lb. PerOF 0.1932

Heat of Vaporization at b.p., BTU/lb. 56.7

Thermal Conductivity, Liquid at 77OF, BTU/h ft. OF 0.040

Thermal Conductivity, Vapor at 77OF, BTU/h ft. OF 0.0073

Viscosity, Liquid at 77OF, centipoise 0.443

Viscosity, Vapor at 77OF, centipoise 0.0127

Surface Tension at 77OF, dynes per cm 7.00

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The MSDS format adheres to the standards and regulatory requirements

of the United States and may not meet regulatory requirements
in other countries.
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FE-227
6160FR Revised 21-MAY-2001
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CHEMICAL PRODUCT/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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Material Identification
FE-227 is a registered trademark of DuPont.

CAS Number : 431-89-0

Formula : CF3 CHF CF3
Molecular Weight : 170.04
CAS Name : Propane, 1,1,1,2,3,3,3-Heptafluoro-

Tradenames and Synonyms

HFA 227ea
FC-227ea
Dymel 227 ea/p
2-Hydroperfluoropropane
Propane, 1,1,1,2,3,3,3-Heptafluoro-
HFC-227ea
2-Hydroheptafluoropropane
FM-200(tm) Great Lakes Chemical Corp.
Heptafluoropropane

Company Identification

MANUFACTURER/DISTRIBUTOR
DuPont
Fluoroproducts
1007 Market Street
Wilmington, DE 19898
PHONE NUMBERS
Product Information : 1-800-441-7515 (outside the U.S.
302-774-1000)
Transport Emergency : CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300(outside U.S.
703-527-3887)
Medical Emergency : 1-800-441-3637 (outside the U.S.
302-774-1000)

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COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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Components

Material CAS Number %

1,1,1,2,3,3,3-Heptafluoropropane 431-89-0 99+

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HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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# Potential Health Effects

Based on animal data, exposure to HFC-227ea by inhalation

may cause suffocation, if air is displaced by vapors, and
irregular heart beat with a strange sensation in the chest,
"heart thumping," apprehension, lightheadedness, feeling of
fainting, dizziness, weakness, sometimes progressing to loss
of consciousness and death.
HFC-227ea may cause frostbite if liquid or escaping vapor
contacts the skin.

HFC-227ea may cause "frostbite-like" effects if the liquid

or escaping vapors contact the eyes.

In one study, human volunteers were selected to inhale

HFC-227ea at a concentration of 6000 ppm but the study was
terminated due to a rise in pulse rate that was believed to
be unrelated to the chemical. In a subsequent study with
human volunteers inhaling concentrations up to 8000 ppm no
clinically significant effects were observed for any of the
measured laboratory parameters.

Individuals with preexisting diseases of the cardiovascular

system or nervous system may have increased susceptibility
from excessive exposures.

Carcinogenicity Information

None of the components present in this material at concentrations

equal to or greater than 0.1% are listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH
as a carcinogen.

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FIRST AID MEASURES
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First Aid

INHALATION
If inhaled, immediately remove to fresh air. If not breathing,
give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. Call a physician.

SKIN CONTACT
Treat for frostbite if necessary by gently warming affected area.

EYE CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water
for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician.

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(FIRST AID MEASURES - Continued)

INGESTION
Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure.
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FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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Flammable Properties
1,1,1,2,3,3,3-Heptafluoropropane is not flammable, however
in the presence of a flame or ignition source it may
decompose to form toxic hydrogen fluoride or carbonyl
fluoride.
Non-flammable.
Extinguishing Media

Use media appropriate for surrounding material.

Fire Fighting Instructions
Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) may be required if
cylinders rupture or release under fire conditions.

Keep cylinders cool with water spray applied from a safe

distance.
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ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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Safeguards (Personnel)
NOTE: Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES and HANDLING (PERSONNEL)
sections before proceeding with clean-up. Use appropriate
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean-up.

Evacuate personnel, thoroughly ventilate area, use self-contained

breathing apparatus. Keep upwind of leak - evacuate until gas has
dispersed.

Initial Containment
Use forced ventilation to disperse vapors.

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HANDLING AND STORAGE
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Handling (Personnel)
Do not breathe gas. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, or clothing.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash clothing after use.

Storage
Store in a well ventilated place. Store in a cool, dry place.
Keep container tightly closed.

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EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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Engineering Controls
Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep container tightly closed.
Personal Protective Equipment

EYE/FACE PROTECTION
Wear safety glasses or coverall chemical splash goggles.
RESPIRATORS
Wear NIOSH approved respiratory protection, as appropriate.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
Where there is potential for skin contact have available and wear
as appropriate impervious gloves, apron, pants, and jacket.
Exposure Guidelines
Exposure Limits
FE-227
AEL * (DuPont) : 1000 ppm, 8 & 12 Hr. TWA
* AEL is DuPont’s Acceptable Exposure Limit. Where governmentally
imposed occupational exposure limits which are lower than the AEL
are in effect, such limits shall take precedence.
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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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Physical Data

Boiling Point : -15.6 C (3.9 F)

Melting Point : -133 C (-207 F)
Vapor Pressure : 66.69 psia @ 25 C (77 F) (460.06 kPa)
Liquid Density : 1.386 g/cm3 @ 25 C (77 F) (86.53 lb/ft3)
Critical temperature : 101.6 C (214.9 F)
Critical pressure : 424.7 psia (2930 kPa)

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Odor : Slight Ethereal
Form : Liquified Gas

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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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Chemical Stability

Stable at normal temperatures and storage conditions.

Avoid sources of heat or open flame.

Incompatibility with Other Materials

Incompatible with strong reducing agents such as alkali
metals (e.g., sodium, potassium), alkali-earth metals (e.g.,
magnesium, calcium), and powdered aluminum or zinc.

Decomposition

Decomposes by reaction with high temperature (open flames,

glowing metal surfaces, etc.) forming hydrofluoric acid,
carbonyl fluorides, carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.

Polymerization

Polymerization will not occur.

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TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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# Animal Data

HFC-227ea

Inhalation 4 hour LC50: > 788,698 ppm in rats

Repeated exposure of rats by inhalation for 4 weeks at

concentrations up to 50,000 ppm revealed no toxicologically
significants effects. The NOEL for this study was 50,000
ppm. A 90-day inhalation study in rats did not find any
exposure related effects at 105,000 ppm. The NOEL for this
study was 105,000 ppm.
Cardiac sensitization, a potentially fatal disturbance of
heart rhythm associated with a heightened sensitivity to the
action of epinephrine, occurred in dogs at 105,000 ppm. The
NOAEL for cardiac sensitization was 90,000 ppm. In a
different study to evaluate cardiac sensitization in dogs,
concentrations of 90,000, 105,000, and 14,000 ppm caused a
dose-related increase in incidence and severity; at 90,000
ppm efffects were minimal or mild in nature.
Inhalation studies of HFC-227ea in rabbits and rats do not

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suggest developmental toxicity at concentrations up to

105,000 ppm. Tests have shown that HFC-227ea does not cause
genetic damage in bacterial or mammalian cell cultures.
Tests in animals for carcinogenicity or reproductive
toxicity have not been conducted.

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DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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Waste Disposal

Treatment, storage, transportation, and disposal must be in

accordance with applicable Federal, State/Provincial, and Local
regulations. Incinerate material in accordance with Federal,
State/Provincial and Local requirements.

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TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
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Shipping Information

DOT
Proper Shipping Name : Heptafluoropropane
Hazard Class : 2.2
I.D. No. (UN/NA) : UN 3296
DOT Label(s) : Nonflammable Gas

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REGULATORY INFORMATION
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U.S. Federal Regulations

TSCA Inventory Status : Listed.

TITLE III HAZARD CLASSIFICATIONS SECTIONS 311, 312

Acute : Yes
Chronic : No
Fire : No
Reactivity : No
Pressure : No

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OTHER INFORMATION
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NFPA, NPCA-HMIS

NFPA Rating
Health : 1
Flammability : 0
Reactivity : 1

NPCA-HMIS Rating
Health : 1

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(Continued)
Flammability : 0
Reactivity : 0

Personal Protection rating to be supplied by user depending on use

conditions.
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The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relates only to the
specific material designated herein and does not relate to use in
combination with any other material or in any process.

Responsibility for MSDS : MSDS Coordinator

> : DuPont Fluoroproducts
Address : Wilmington, DE 19898
Telephone : (800) 441-7515

# Indicates updated section.

This information is based upon technical information believed to be

reliable. It is subject to revision as additional knowledge and
experience is gained.

End of MSDS

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System Checkout and

Maintenance
System Checkout After Installation SOLENOID OPERATED CYLINDER VALVE

The following checkout procedure applies to Siemens 1. Disconnect solenoid wiring from control panel.
furnished SINORIX™ Fire Extinguishing System hard- 2. Remove coil from solenoid assembly by removing
ware only. Automatic detection and releasing control retaining nut and sliding coil off of the shaft.
panel hardware and associated devices (alarms, pull 3. Reconnect solenoid wiring to control panel.
stations, etc.) along with their associated control func-
4. Insert test dowel CPY-TD into coil.
tions are required to be checked in accordance with
instructions provided with these components, and 5. Energize the coil by cycling the control panel. A
according to NFPA 2001 Standards. magnetic field will occur by the functioning of the
coil and will grasp and hold the test dowel.
NOTE: All detection devices and auxiliary alarm and See Figure 3-1.
control devices must be electrically compatible with
each other. They must be UL Listed and FM Approved by NOTE: Any device other than Siemens test dowel part
the authority having jurisdiction. The control panel must number CPY-TD or no device at all could result in coil
be UL Listed for releasing device service and electrically burnout.
compatible with the Siemens electrical components.

WARNING: Do not apply

any current through the
coil when it is removed Magnetic flux
from the dischage must hold the
solenoid without test dowel’s weight.
dowel. This will prevent
coil burn out.

Figure 3-1
Solenoid Operated Cylinder Valve
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BALANCE OF SYSTEM
1. Cylinder bracketing firmly secured in place.
2. Cylinder secured to bracketing.
3. Pipe brackets and hangers firmly secured in
place.
4. Pipe secured to brackets and hangers.
5. Tees must exit in the horizontal plane.
6. Nozzles in proper location. See design section
to review the nozzle type.
Piston After
7. De-energize the coil circuit by resetting control Operation To return piston after operation,
panel. push up on the piston rod.
Figure 3-2
8. Disconnect solenoid wiring from control panel.
Steps After Piston Act Operation
9. Reinstall coil on shaft using retaining clip.
10. Reconnect solenoid wiring to control panel.
LOCAL MANUAL CONTROL
PART NUMBER CPY-LMC
PISTON ACTUATOR-SLAVE 1. Remove the local mechanical manual control head
PART NUMBER CPY-PAS from the top plug adapter.
1. Detach 1/4” flex hose or 1/4” copper tubing from 2. Remove pull pin.
the top of the piston actuator - slave control head.
3. Operate lever and observe the locking pin full
2. Remove piston actuator from the top plug adapter.
travel across the top of the control handle.
3. Attach a regulated nitrogen source of 20-25 PSI
to the top of the piston actuator-slave. 4. Reset by pulling out the locking pin and at the
same time pulling up on the control handle. Re-
place pull pin and reseal with breakaway plastic
DO NOT APPLY PRESSURE WHILE THE UPPER seal.
BODY IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE LOWER BODY. THE
5. Replace mechanical manual control head onto the
LOWER BODY MUST BE THE BRAKE FOR THE PISTON.
top plug adapter.
4. Apply 20-25 PSI pressure to the top of the piston See Figures 1-9 and 3-3 for resetting the local manual
actuator. The piston rod must travel a full stroke, operator.
as seen by the piston going flush with the top of
the lower piston body.
5. Relieve pressure to the top of the piston actuator.
After the test, the piston must be manually pushed Maintenance
to the top of the piston body. Do not return the
piston actuator to the top plug adapter without re- Siemens systems shall be maintained in accordance
setting the piston. with NFPA 2001 and this manual.

If you do not reset the piston, the valve will Weekly

discharge. See Figure 3-2 for resetting the piston. The owner or designated personnel is to perform the
following checks:
6. Once the piston is reset return the piston actuator 1. Check pressure gauge(s) on cylinder valve(s). If
to the top plug adapter. the pressure is 10 % below the pressure required
7. Re-assemble 1/4” flex hose or 1/4” copper tubing for the temperature of the cylinder at time of in-
to the top of the piston actuator. spection (See Table 2-9) the cylinder must be ser-
viced by an authorized Siemens distributor. It is
recommended that a copy of Table 2-18 be made
with all pertinent information filled in and located
in the vicinity of the cylinder location.

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2. Check for physical damage or missing parts from

the SINORIX™ Fire Extinguishing System hard-
Instructions After System
ware. Operation
3. Check the discharge nozzles for orientation and
tightness.
Before entering the enclosure after SINORIX™ Fire
4. Check for obstructions that would interfere with Extinguishing System discharge, ventilate the enclo-
nozzle discharge pattern or mechanical operation sure thoroughly. The Sinorix chemical agents do not
of the system. leave a residue, thus, there are no clean up operations
5. Check that all tamper seals are intact and secure. resulting from a discharge. An authorized installer or
system designer must be consulted after the system
Semi-Annual has discharged. The cylinder must be removed from
The semi-annual maintenance is to be performed by the bracket to be recharged with the appropriate
an authorized Siemens distributor. chemical agent and repressurized with nitrogen.
1. Repeat weekly inspection. 1. Disconnect wiring from junction box. Solenoid will
remain with cylinder assembly for recharging.
2. At least semiannually, the agent quantity and pres-
2. When piston actuators are being used, no vent-
sure of refillable containers shall be checked. If a
ing of the actuator tubing is required.
container shows a loss in net weight of more than
3. Remove all pressure actuating tubes from cylin-
5% or a loss in pressure (adjusted for tempera-
der valve adapters.
ture) of more than 10%, it shall be refilled or re-
4. Remove all pressure actuating tubes and the pis-
placed. Inspection of the CPY-35 and CPY-70
ton actuators from the top plug adapters. The pis-
cylinders have to be weighed. The CPY-150, CPY-
tons are to be manually pushed back to the top of
250, CPY-375, CPY-560, and the CPY-1200 cyl-
the of the piston actuators. Failure to reset the pis-
inders can be inspected using the liquid level indi-
ton actuator before returning it to service will re-
cator or weighed.
sult in an unwanted discharge of the system.
Liquid Level Indicator Operation 5. Remove all Local Manual Control Heads from the
Level readout is obtained by simply removing the cylinder adapters.
protective cap and pulling out a calibrated tape
until magnetic interlock with the float is felt. With
the tape in this position, the reading is obtained at
the point where the tape emerges from the unit When returning the Local Manual Control onto
housing. With the graph (one per cylinder size) the top plug adapter, the locking pin must be checked
the tape reading is converted to lbs. of clean agent to ensure it is reset with the handle in the up position.
in the cylinder. Graph data is for 70O F operations.
From the reading in inches Y axis, go over to the Failure to reset the control head before returning it to
line and drop down to the X axis for the reading in service will result in an unwanted discharge of the
lbs. of agent in the cylinder. system during installation.
See Figure 2-11 for the CPY-150 cylinder
The local manual control head is reset by pulling out
See Figure 2-12 for the CPY-250 cylinder
the locking pin and at the same time lifting the handle.
See Figure 2-13 for the CPY-375 cylinder
The pull pin and plastic seal must be in place at all
See Figure 2-14 for the CPY-560 cylinder
times when the control is not in use. See Figure 3-3.
See Figure 2-15 for the CPY-1200 cylinder
6. Remove cylinder piping from cylinder valves.
7. Attach anti-recoil plugs on all cylinders.
3. Perform functional test of all component parts of 8. Loosen cylinder bracketing and remove cylinders.
the entire system (See System Checkout). 9. Have cylinders recharged only by a qualified Si-
emens SINORIX™ 227 Fire Extinguishing System
NOTE: This system consists of components tested
recharge facility.
within limitations contained in this manual. The designer
of this system must be consulted prior to any planned NOTE: Only Siemens qualified SINORIX™ 227 Fire
changes to either the system or the area being protected. Extinguishing System recharge personnel shall inspect
An authorized Siemens distributor must be consulted cylinder, valve, and controls for nicks, corrosion and
after the system has discharged. impairment of parts.

TABLE 23 Minimum Pressure At Ins pection

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10. Replace all parts as necessary. Check nozzles for To make sure there is no residual pressure within the
any damage, misalignment or foreign matter. Af- cylinder, install the anti-recoil fitting on the discharge
ter system discharges through a shuttle valve, outlet and actuate the cylinder valve.
functionally test the shuttle valve for free move-
ment.
DO NOT BREATHE THE GAS VENTING FROM THE
Pull Tag Control Handle ANTI-RECOIL.

Only the bore of the valve and the piston “O” ring shall
be greased with CPY-G grease. The seating surface
in the valve and the rubber piston seat shall NOT be
Pull Pin greased. Only Siemens CPY-G grease shall be used.
11. After the recharging has been completed, replace
Reset Pin cylinders in brackets and refasten brackets.
12. Remove anti-recoil plug outlets.
Set Screw 13. Reconnect discharge piping.
(3 Places) 14. Reset control panel.
15. Reconnect all mechanical control heads.
16. Reinstall the solenoid coils on the solenoids, and
Figure 3-3 replace the top coil fastener, if removed. Check
Steps after Local Manual that all wire nuts are reconnected.
17. Reconnect all pressure actuators and pressure ac-
tuation tubing.
Follow all directions on the cylinder nameplate. If the 18. Follow instructions given in “System Checkout
valve is to be disassembled to lubricate the “O” ring, After Installation.”
make sure the pressure within the cylinder is at ZERO
PSIG.

TABLE 24 Physical Pro perties of HFC-227ea

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TABLE 3-1 Parts List

MODEL: SINORIXTM CYLINDER AND VALVE ASSEMBLY

SIEMENS Description SIEMENS

Model No. Part No.
CPY-35 35 lb. Cylinder / 1" Valve 500-697900BG
CPY-70 70 lb. Cylinder / 1" Valve 500-697901BG
CPY-150 150 lb. Cylinder / 1 1/2" Valve 500-697902BG
CPY-250 250 lb. Cylinder / 1 1/2" Valve 500-697903BG
CPY-375 375 lb. Cylinder / 2 1/2" Valve 500-697904BG
CPY-560 560 lb. Cylinder / 2 1/2" Valve 500-697905BG
CPY-1200 1,200 lb. Cylinder / 4" SS Valve 500-649670BG
CPY-FE227 1 lb. HFC-227ea 500-649839BG
CPYCS-35/70 35, 70 lb. Cylinder Strap 500-697907BG
CPYCS-150 150 lb. Cylinder Strap 500-697908BG
CPYCS-250/375 250 lb. and 375 lb. Cylinder Strap 500-697909BG
CPYCS-560 560 lb. Cylinder Strap 500-697910BG
CPYCS-1200 1200 lb. Wall Cylinder Strap 500-649677BG
CPYCS-1200F 1200 lb. Floor Cylinder Strap 500-649846BG
CPYEC-12 Electric Solenoid (12VDC) 500-697912BG
CPYEC-24 Electric Solenoid (24VDC) 500-697913BG
CPYEC-120 Electric Solenoid (120VAC) 500-697914BG
CPYEC-6 Electric Solenoid (6VDC) 500-697911BG
CPYEC-12EXP Electric Solenoid (12VDC Expl. Proof) 500-697916BG
CPYEC-24EXP Electric Solenoid (24VDC Expl. Proof) 500-697917BG
CPYEC-120EXP Electric Solenoid (120VAC Expl. Proof) 500-697918BG
CPYEC-6EXP Electric Solenoid (6VDC Expl. Proof) 500-697915BG
CPYEC1200-12 1200 lb. Electric Solenoid (12VDC) 500-649853BG
CPYEC1200-24 1200 lb. Electric Solenoid (24VDC) 500-649671BG
CPY-TP1 Top Plug 1" Valve 500-697919BG
CPY-TP1.5 Top Plug 1 1/2" Valve 500-697920BG
CPY-TP2.5 Top Plug 2 1/2" Valve 500-697921BG
CPY-TP4 Top Plug 4" Valve 500-649672BG
CPY-TPA1 Top Plug Adapter Assembly 1" Valve 500-697922BG
CPY-TPA1.5 Top Plug Adapter Assembly 1 1/2" Valve 500-697923BG
CPY-TPA2.5 Top Plug Adapter Assembly 2 1/2" Valve 500-697924BG
CPY-TPA4 Top Plug Adapter Assembly 4" Valve 500-649673BG
CPY-LMC Local Manual Control 500-697925BG
CPY-PAS Piston Actuator Slave 500-697926BG
CPYEN-1 1/2" 180 Degree Sidewall 500-697927BG
CPYEN-2 1/2" 360 Degree Sidewall 500-697928BG
CPYEN-3 3/4" 180 Degree Sidewall 500-697929BG
CPYEN-4 3/4" 360 Degree Sidewall 500-697930BG
CPYEN-5 1" 180 Degree Sidewall 500-697931BG
CPYEN-6 1" 360 Degree Sidewall 500-697932BG
CPYEN-7 1 1/4" 180 Degree Sidewall 500-697933BG
CPYEN-8 1 1/4" 360 Degree Sidewall 500-697934BG
CPYEN-9 1 1/2" 180 Degree Sidewall 500-697935BG
CPYEN-10 1 1/2" 360 Degree Sidewall 500-697936BG
CPYEN-11 2" 180 Degree Sidewall 500-697937BG
CPYEN-12 2" 360 Degree Sidewall 500-697938BG

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TABLE 3-1 Parts List (Cont.)

SIEMENS Description SIEMENS

Model No. Part No.
CPY-PSS1 Pressure Supervisory Switch (NC) Atm - Black Wire 500-697939BG
CPY-PSS2 Pressure Supervisory Switch (NO) Atm - Blue Wire 500-697940BG
CPY-POS Pressure Operated Switch (NC/NO) SPDT 500-697941BG
CPY-MFH20 Metal 1/4" Flex Hose 20" Actuation from “M” Port 500-697942BG
CPY-MFH24 Metal 1/4" Flex Hose 24" Actuation from “M” Port 500-697943BG
CPY-MFH36 Metal 1/4" Flex Hose 36" Slave Act from “M” Port 500-697944BG
CPY-PE Pneumatic Elbow - Slave Cyls. 1/8" NPT x 7/16-20 500-697945BG
CPY-PT Pneumatic Tee - Slave Cyls. 1/8" NPT x 7/16-20 500-697946BG
CPY-SV Cylinder Filling Schrader Valve w/Cap 500-697947BG
CPY-SCV1 Shuttle Check Valve 1" Pipe Thread 500-697948BG
CPY-SCV1.5 Shuttle Check Valve 1 1/2" Pipe Thread 500-697949BG
CPY-SWKEY Software Key 500-649842BG
CPY-FH1 1" Flex Hose 500-697950BG
CPY-FH1.5 1 1/2" Flex Hose 500-697951BG
CPY-FH2.5 2 1/2" Flex Hose 500-697952BG
CPY-FH4 4" Flex Hose 500-649848BG
CPY-FCV2 2" Flapper Check Valve 712-050476
CPY-FCV3 3" Flapper Check Valve 712-050477
CPY-FCV4 4" Flapper Check Valve 712-050478
CPY-TGF1.5 1.5" Thrd By Groove Fitting 731-050480
CPY-TGF2.5 2.5" Thrd By Groove Fitting 731-050481
CPY-TGF4 4" Thrd By Groove Fitting 731-050482
CPY-RA1 1" Recharge Adapter 500-697956BG
CPY-RA1.5 1 1/2" Recharge Adapter 500-697957BG
CPY-RA2.5 2 1/2" Recharge Adapter 500-697958BG
CPY-RA4 4" Recharge Adapter 500-649850BG
CPY-G Piston Grease Fortified with Teflon 500-697959BG
CPY-VSK1 Valve Service Kit - 1" Valve 500-697960BG
CPY-VSK1.5 Valve Service Kit - 1 1/2" Valve 500-697961BG
CPY-VSK2.5 Valve Service Kit - 2 1/2" Valve 500-697962BG
CPY-VSK4 Valve Service Kit - 4" Valve 500-649852BG
CPY-PG SinorixTM Pressure Gauge 500-697963BG
CPY-MRS Main Reserve Switch 500-697964BG
CPY-TD Test Dowel For Solenoid Coil 500-697965BG
CPY-IMO SinorixTM Hardware Manual 500-697967BG
CPY-LL1 Liquid Level Indicator 150/250 500-697969BG
CPY-LL2 Liquid Level Indicator 375/560 500-697970BG
CPY-LL3 Liquid Level Indicator 1200 500-649674BG
CPY-SGN1 Sign - Do Not Enter 500-697976BG
CPY-SGN2 Sign - Vacate Room 500-697977BG
CPY-SGN3 Sign - Operation of manual station 500-697978BG

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