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SECTION 284621.11 - ADDRESSABLE FIRE-ALARM SYSTEMS

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Revise this Section by deleting and inserting text to meet Project-specific requirements.

This Section uses the term "Architect." Change this term to match that used to identify the design professional as defined in the General and Supplementary Conditions.

Verify that Section titles referenced in this Section are correct for this Project's Specifications; Section titles may have changed.

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1RELATED DOCUMENTS

Retain or delete this article in all Sections of Project Manual.

  1. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2SUMMARY

  1. Section Includes:
  2. Fire-alarm control unit.
  3. Manual fire-alarm boxes.
  4. System smoke detectors.
  5. Air-sampling smoke detectors.
  6. Nonsystem smoke detectors.
  7. Heat detectors.
  8. Notification appliances.
  9. Device guards.
  10. Firefighters' two-way telephone communication service.
  11. Firefighters' smoke-control station.
  12. Magnetic door holders.
  13. Remote annunciator.
  14. Graphic annunciator.
  15. Addressable interface device.
  16. Digital alarm communicator transmitter.
  17. Radio alarm transmitter.
  18. Network communications.
  19. System printer.
  20. Related Requirements:

Retain subparagraph below to cross-reference requirements Contractor might expect to find in this Section but are specified in other Sections.

  1. Section 271513 "Communications Copper Horizontal Cabling" for cables and conductors for fire-alarm systems.

1.3DEFINITIONS

Retain terms that remain after this Section has been edited for a project.

  1. EMT: Electrical Metallic Tubing.
  2. FACP: Fire Alarm Control Panel.
  3. HLI: High Level Interface.
  4. NICET: National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies.
  5. PC: Personal computer.
  6. VESDA: Very Early Smoke-Detection Apparatus.

1.4ACTION SUBMITTALS

  1. Product Data: For each type of product, including furnished options and accessories.
  2. Include construction details, material descriptions, dimensions, profiles, and finishes.
  3. Include rated capacities, operating characteristics, and electrical characteristics.
  4. Shop Drawings: For fire-alarm system.
  5. Comply with recommendations and requirements in the "Documentation" section of the "Fundamentals" chapter in NFPA72.
  6. Include plans, elevations, sections, details, and attachments to other work.
  7. Include details of equipment assemblies. Indicate dimensions, weights, loads, required clearances, method of field assembly, components, and locations. Indicate conductor sizes, indicate termination locations and requirements, and distinguish between factory and field wiring.
  8. Detail assembly and support requirements.
  9. Include voltage drop calculations for notification-appliance circuits.
  10. Include battery-size calculations.
  11. Include input/output matrix.
  12. Include statement from manufacturer that all equipment and components have been tested as a system and meet all requirements in this Specification and in NFPA72.
  13. Include performance parameters and installation details for each detector.
  14. Verify that each duct detector is listed for complete range of air velocity, temperature, and humidity possible when air-handling system is operating.
  15. Provide program report showing that air-sampling detector pipe layout balances pneumatically within the airflow range of the air-sampling detector.
  16. Include plans, sections, and elevations of heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning ducts, drawn to scale; coordinate location of duct smoke detectors and access to them.
  17. Show critical dimensions that relate to placement and support of sampling tubes, detector housing, and remote status and alarm indicators.

Retain one of first three subparagraphs below.

  1. Show field wiring required for HVAC unit shutdown on alarm.
  2. Show field wiring and equipment required for HVAC unit shutdown on alarm and override by firefighters' control system.
  3. Show field wiring and equipment required for HVAC unit shutdown on alarm and override by firefighters' smoke-evacuation system.
  4. Locate detectors according to manufacturer's written recommendations.
  5. Show air-sampling detector pipe routing.
  1. Include voice/alarm signaling-service equipment rack or console layout, grounding schematic, amplifier power calculation, and single-line connection diagram.

Retain subparagraph below for projects where routing of cable or conduit is critical and only outlet locations are indicated on Drawings. Delete reference to device addresses if indicated on Drawings.

  1. Include floor plans to indicate final outlet locations showing address of each addressable device. Show size and route of cable and conduits and point-to-point wiring diagrams.
  1. General Submittal Requirements:

Retain first subparagraph below if a fire-alarm construction permit is required prior to the Work of this Section and the permit is issued by authorities having jurisdiction after the review and approval of Shop Drawings.

  1. Submittals shall be approved by authorities having jurisdiction prior to submitting them to Architect.

See Editing Instruction No.2 in the Evaluations for discussion about qualifications for system design and installation. Coordinate subparagraph below with "Quality Assurance" Article.

  1. Shop Drawings shall be prepared by persons with the following qualifications:
  2. Trained and certified by manufacturer in fire-alarm system design.
  3. NICET-certified, fire-alarm technician; [LevelIII] [LevelIV] minimum.

Retain subparagraph below if authorities having jurisdiction have licensing requirements.

  1. Licensed or certified by authorities having jurisdiction.

Retain "Delegated-Design Submittal" Paragraph below if design services have been delegated to Contractor.

  1. Delegated-Design Submittal: For notification appliances and smoke and heat detectors, in addition to submittals listed above, indicate compliance with performance requirements and design criteria, including analysis data signed and sealed by the qualified professional engineer responsible for their preparation.
  2. Drawings showing the location of each notification appliance and smoke and heat detector, ratings of each, and installation details as needed to comply with listing conditions of the device.
  3. Design Calculations: Calculate requirements for selecting the spacing and sensitivity of detection, complying with NFPA72. Calculate spacing and intensities for strobe signals and sound-pressure levels for audible appliances.
  4. Indicate audible appliances required to produce square wave signal per NFPA72.

1.5INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

Coordinate "Qualification Data" Paragraph below with qualification requirements in Section014000 "Quality Requirements" and as may be supplemented in "Quality Assurance" Article.

  1. Qualification Data: For Installer.
  2. Field quality-control reports.

1.6Sample Warranty: For special warranty.

1.7CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

  1. Operation and Maintenance Data: For fire-alarm systems and components to include in emergency, operation, and maintenance manuals.
  2. In addition to items specified in Section017823 "Operation and Maintenance Data," include the following[and deliver copies to authorities having jurisdiction]:
  3. Comply with the "Records" section of the "Inspection, Testing and Maintenance" chapter in NFPA72.
  4. Provide "Fire Alarm and Emergency Communications System Record of Completion Documents" according to the "Completion Documents" Article in the "Documentation" section of the "Fundamentals" chapter in NFPA72.
  5. Complete wiring diagrams showing connections between all devices and equipment. Each conductor shall be numbered at every junction point with indication of origination and termination points.
  6. Riser diagram.
  7. Device addresses.
  8. Air-sampling system sample port locations and modeling program report showing layout meets performance criteria.
  9. Record copy of site-specific software.
  10. Provide "Inspection and Testing Form" according to the "Inspection, Testing and Maintenance" chapter in NFPA72, and include the following:

1)Equipment tested.

2)Frequency of testing of installed components.

3)Frequency of inspection of installed components.

4)Requirements and recommendations related to results of maintenance.

5)Manufacturer's user training manuals.

  1. Manufacturer's required maintenance related to system warranty requirements.
  2. Abbreviated operating instructions for mounting at fire-alarm control unit and each annunciator unit.

Retain "Software and Firmware Operational Documentation" Paragraph below for PC-based control systems.

  1. Software and Firmware Operational Documentation:
  2. Software operating and upgrade manuals.
  3. Program Software Backup: On magnetic media or compact disk, complete with data files.
  4. Device address list.
  5. Printout of software application and graphic screens.

1.8MAINTENANCE MATERIAL SUBMITTALS

  1. Furnish extra materials that match products installed and that are packaged with protective covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.

Revise subparagraphs below to suit Project.

  1. Lamps for Remote Indicating Lamp Units: Quantity equal to [10] <Insert number> percent of amount installed, but no fewer than one unit.
  2. Lamps for Strobe Units: Quantity equal to [10] <Insert number> percent of amount installed, but no fewer than one unit.

Insert flame detectors in Part2 if retaining first option in "Smoke Detectors, Fire Detectors(,and Flame Detectors)" Subparagraph below.

  1. Smoke Detectors, Fire Detectors[,and Flame Detectors]: Quantity equal to [10] <Insert number> percent of amount of each type installed, but no fewer than one unit of each type.
  2. Detector Bases: Quantity equal to [two] <Insert number> percent of amount of each type installed, but no fewer than one unit of each type.
  3. Keys and Tools: One extra set for access to locked or tamperproofed components.
  4. Audible and Visual Notification Appliances: [One] <Insert number> of each type installed.
  5. Fuses: [Two] <Insert number> of each type installed in the system. Provide in a box or cabinet with compartments marked with fuse types and sizes.
  6. Filters for Air-Sampling Detectors: Quantity equal to [two] <Insert number> percent of amount of each type installed, but no fewer than one unit of each type.
  7. Air-Sampling Fan: Quantity equal to [one] <Insert number> for every five detectors, but no fewer than one unit of each type.

1.9QUALITY ASSURANCE

Retain one of or both "Installer Qualifications" paragraphs below. See Editing Instruction No.2 in the Evaluations for discussion about Installer qualifications. Coordinate with "Informational Submittals" Article.

  1. Installer Qualifications: Personnel shall be trained and certified by manufacturer for installation of units required for this Project.
  2. Installer Qualifications: Installation shall be by personnel certified by NICET as fire-alarm [LevelII] [LevelIII] [LevelIV] technician.

Retain one of four "NFPA Certification" paragraphs below to require independent system verification.

  1. NFPA Certification: Obtain certification according to NFPA72 by an NRTL (nationally recognized testing laboratory).
  2. NFPA Certification: Obtain certification according to NFPA72 by a UL-listed alarm company.
  3. NFPA Certification: Obtain certification according to NFPA72 in the form of a placard by an FM Global-approved alarm company.
  4. NFPA Certification: Obtain certification according to NFPA72 by <Insert certification agency>.

1.10PROJECT CONDITIONS

  1. Perform a full test of the existing system prior to starting work. Document any equipment or components not functioning as designed.

Retain "Interruption of Existing Fire-Alarm Service" Paragraph below if interruption of existing fire-alarm system is required.

  1. Interruption of Existing Fire-Alarm Service: Do not interrupt fire-alarm service to facilities occupied by Owner or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after arranging to provide temporary guard service according to requirements indicated:
  2. Notify [Architect] [Construction Manager] [Owner] no fewer than [seven] <Insert number> days in advance of proposed interruption of fire-alarm service.
  3. Do not proceed with interruption of fire-alarm service without [Architect's] [Construction Manager's] [Owner's] written permission.
  4. Use of Devices during Construction: Protect devices during construction unless devices are placed in service to protect the facility during construction.

1.11SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING

Retain this article if Project requires replacement or extension of an existing system in an occupied building. Coordinate with Drawings.

  1. Existing Fire-Alarm Equipment: Maintain existing equipment fully operational until new equipment has been tested and accepted. As new equipment is installed, label it "NOT IN SERVICE" until it is accepted. Remove labels from new equipment when put into service, and label existing fire-alarm equipment "NOT IN SERVICE" until removed from the building.
  2. Equipment Removal: After acceptance of new fire-alarm system, remove existing disconnected fire-alarm equipment and wiring.

1.12WARRANTY

When warranties are required, verify with Owner's counsel that warranties stated in this article are not less than remedies available to Owner under prevailing local laws.

  1. Manufacturer's Warranty: Manufacturer agrees to repair or replace fire-alarm system equipment and components that fail in materials or workmanship within specified warranty period.

Verify available warranties and warranty periods for units and components. Potter Electric Signal Company, LLC offers a five-year manufacturer's warranty from the date of manufacture, exceeding the warranty offered by other manufacturers (two-years).

  1. Warranty Extent: All equipment and components not covered in the Maintenance Service Agreement.
  2. Warranty Period: [Five] <Insert number> years from date of manufacture.
  1. Warranties specified in Division 01 Specification Sections shall be in addition to, and run concurrent with, other warranties required by the Contract Documents. Manufacturer's disclaimers and limitations on product warranties do not relieve Contractor of obligations under requirements of the Contract Documents.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

See Editing Instruction No.1 in the Evaluations for cautions about named manufacturers and products. For an explanation of options and Contractor's product selection procedures, see Section016000 "Product Requirements."

2.1SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

Descriptions in this article are examples only; revise to suit Project.

Retain "Source Limitations for Fire-Alarm System and Components" Paragraph below for fire-alarm projects that are renovations of or additions to existing facilities.

  1. Source Limitations for Fire-Alarm System and Components: Components shall be compatible with, and operate as an extension of, existing system. Provide system manufacturer's certification that all components provided have been tested as, and will operate as, a system.

Retain one of first two options in first paragraph below. System in first option is a quality-assurance program described in NFPA72 and administered by UL. System in second option is a similar program administered by FM Global. See Editing Instruction No.2 in the Evaluations for discussion about UL certification and FM Global placards. Coordinate with Drawings.

  1. Noncoded, UL-certified addressable system, with multiplexed signal transmission and [voice][horn]/strobe evacuation.
  2. Automatic sensitivity control of certain smoke detectors.
  3. All components provided shall be listed for use with the selected system.
  4. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.

2.2SYSTEMS OPERATIONAL DESCRIPTION

Revise this article to provide a functional description applicable to Project.

The word "systems" in the option in first paragraph below refers to systems specified in other Sections that initiate fire-alarm signals. An example is smoke detectors supplied under Section087100 "Door Hardware" that provide for closing of smoke doors or unlocking of related doors. Coordinate with requirements in other Sections that specify those other systems.

  1. Fire-alarm signal initiation shall be by one or more of the following devices[and systems]:

Retain only those devices and systems in subparagraphs below applicable to Project. Coordinate with requirements in other Sections that specify listed devices and systems.

  1. Manual stations.
  2. Heat detectors.
  3. Flame detectors.
  4. Smoke detectors.
  5. Duct smoke detectors.
  6. Air-sampling smoke-detection system (VESDA).
  7. Carbon monoxide detectors.
  8. Combustible gas detectors.
  9. Automatic sprinkler system water flow.
  10. Preaction system.
  11. Fire-extinguishing system operation.
  12. Fire standpipe system.
  13. Dry system pressure flow switch.
  14. Fire pump running.
  15. Insert alarm-initiating devices and systems>.
  1. Fire-alarm signal shall initiate the following actions:

Retain only those actions in subparagraphs below applicable to Project. Coordinate with requirements in other Sections that specify listed devices and systems.

  1. Continuously operate alarm notification appliances[,including voice evacuation notices].
  2. Identify alarm and specific initiating device at fire-alarm control unit[,and remote annunciators].
  3. Transmit an alarm signal to the remote alarm receiving station.
  4. Unlock electric door locks in designated egress paths.
  5. Release fire and smoke doors held open by magnetic door holders.
  6. Activate voice/alarm communication system.
  7. Switch heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning equipment controls to fire-alarm mode.
  8. Activate smoke-control system (smoke management) at firefighters' smoke-control system panel.
  9. Activate stairwell and elevator-shaft pressurization systems.
  10. Close smoke dampers in air ducts of designated air-conditioning duct systems.
  11. Activate preaction system.

Coordinate first subparagraph below with "Elevator Recall" Paragraph in "Fire-Alarm Control Unit" Article.