TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

FOR FIRE FIGHTING WORKS

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 FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEM

Contents
SECTION – I : FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEM ............................................................................................... 3
1.0 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................................. 3
2.0 SCOPE ............................................................................................................................................... 3
3.0 APPLICABLE CODES .......................................................................................................................... 4
4.0 APPROVAL BY LOCAL FIRE SERVICE .................................................................................................. 5
5.0 COORDINATION................................................................................................................................ 5
6.0 FIRE FIGHTING PUMPS ..................................................................................................................... 5
7.0 DIESEL FIRE PUMP ............................................................................................................................ 9
8.0 PIPING WORK ................................................................................................................................. 13
9.0 VALVES & ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................................ 18
10.0 EXTERNAL YARD HYDRANTS........................................................................................................... 20
11.0 INTERNAL HYDRANTS (LANDING VALVE) ....................................................................................... 21
12.0 FIRST-AID HOSE REEL EQUIPMENT ................................................................................................ 21
13.0 FIRE HOSE DELIVERY COUPLING, BRANCH PIPE AND NOZZLES: - .................................................. 22
14.0 FIRE SERVICE INLET AND FIRE SERVICE CONNECTION ................................................................... 23
15.0 HOSE PIPES .................................................................................................................................... 23
16.0 ORIFICE PLATE ................................................................................................................................ 23
17.0 PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHER ...................................................................................................... 24
18.0 SPRINKLER SYSTEM ....................................................................................................................... 26
19.0 TESTING .......................................................................................................................................... 31
20.0 COMMISSIONING ........................................................................................................................... 32

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 SECTION – I : FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEM

1.0 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

1.1 Fire suppression works specified in the tender have to be executed in accordance
with:

i) The rules and regulations of Local Fire Authority as per the statutory regulations
applicable for obtaining the occupation/No objection certificate from the Local
Development / Fire Authority.

ii) Applicable norms laid down by the relevant sections of latest editions of National
Building Code 2016 (NBC 2016) and all relevant codes of Bureau of Indian
Standards (B.I.S.) and CPWD general specifications for electrical works Part – 5
(Wet riser and sprinkler system) shall be followed as applicable.

iii) The codes of the National Fire Protection Association of USA (N.F.P.A.) shall
used as a general guide for good engineering practice, design and workmanship
norms.

1.2 All materials used in the works shall have Bureau of Indian Standards valid
certification stamped, marked or cast on the material in an acceptable and approved
manner, as specified hereinafter.

1.3 It is the contractor's responsibility to ensure the competence of design to meet the above
requirements.

1.4 Drawings issued with the tenders are schematic and indicate the concept. Contractor shall
make his shop drawings on basis of Architectural and Interior design drawings issued by
the Engineer-in- Charge. Work will be executed only as per approved shop drawings.

1.5 Contractors shall furnish detailed shop drawings, design calculations for submission and
approval of the Local Fire Authority and for Insurance Companies as may be required by
the Client.

2.0 SCOPE

2.1 Work under this sub-head consists of furnishing all Labour, Materials, equipment, and
accessories necessary and required to completely install the Fire Fighting equipment etc.

2.2 Without restricting to the generality of the foregoing the work of Fire Fighting System
shall include the followings:

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 a) Providing MS black steel pressure pipe line main including Valves, Fire
Hydrants, Excavation for Pipes, Laying of pipes, Painting of pipe and Making
Connection to supply system.

b) GI Pipe, Mains Laterals, Branches, Valves Hangers and Appurtenances.

c) Hose Reels, Rubberized fabric lined hose pipes, Hose cabinets & Landing Valves.

d) Portable Fire Extinguishers.

e) Fire Fighting Pumps.

3.0 APPLICABLE CODES

IS: 1239/3589 (Part 1 &

2)-- M.S. Pipe Heavy duty
Sluice valves for water works purposes (50 to 300
IS: 14846 -- mm.size) IS:

6392-1971 -- Steel Pipe Flanges

IS: 554 -- Pipe threads where pressure tight joints are Required

IS: 909 -- U/G fire hydrants, sluice valve type

IS: 5312 (P-1) -- NRV

Gunmetal full way valves with wheel tested to
IS: 778 -- 20kg/cm2 class II
They shall be of specified quality conforming to
Butterfly valves -- IS:13095
Internal hydrant shall comprise “Single Headed Single
IS:529 -- Outlet
GM Landing Valve” conforming to Type “A”.
IS:12585 -- Hose tubing (Thermoplastic)

IS:854 -- Hose tubing, Globe valve, Stop cock & Nozzle

Hose pipes rubber lined woven jacketed (RRL) &
IS:636 -- 63mm dia,
conforming to type “A”
The couplings shall be of instantaneous [Branch pipe,
IS:903 -- nozzle, spring
lock type Coupling etc]

IS:15683 -- Portable fire extinguishers

IS:5 -- Painting works

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4.0 APPROVAL BY LOCAL FIRE SERVICE
It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to get the approval in stages including
provisional Fire NOC from the Local fire Service as required. This shall be without any
extra liability / cost to Client and the cost shall be considered in the tender offer.

On successful completion of work, the contractor shall prepare as built drawings which
have been so approved by the Fire Service incorporating all changes that might have been
effected during execution of the work.

The contractor shall also bring to the notice of the Engineer-in-charge any deviations
from Local Fire Service/Building Bye Laws Norms and requirements in the systems that
he shall install as well as architectural features that will affect approval from the Fire
Service. No extra charges shall be paid on account of interaction with the Fire Service.

5.0 COORDINATION
The Contractor shall be required to co-ordinate his activities with all other services such
as Air Conditioning, Electrical and Civil (Interiors) etc.

6.0 FIRE FIGHTING PUMPS (N.A)

6.1 This section covers the general requirement of water pumps for main fire pump
(Sprinkle and Hydrant), Jockey (pressurization) pump and Terrace pump.

CAPACITY: The discharge and head of the pumps shall be as mentioned in Bill of
Quantities.

6.2 Type

The pump shall be centrifugal type direct driven with a 3 phase, 415 V ±10%, 50 Hz,
A.C. Motor. The standby fire pump shall be driven by diesel engine. The pumps may be
either of horizontal split casing (HSC) type with operating speed not exceeding 1500
rpm, or solid casing with operating speed not exceeding 3000 rpm, as specified in the
tender documents.

6.3 Rating

The main fire pump and terrace pump shall be suitable for continuous operation in the
system. The jockey pump shall be suitable for intermittent operation to built up pressure
in the system on account of leakage. The head and discharge requirements shall be as
specified in the Tender documents. The head shall be suitable for the system and shall
take into consideration the pressure drops across the various components in the water
circuit as well as the frictional losses.

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 • Pump shall be capable of discharging not less than 150 percent of the rated
discharge at a head of not less than 65 percent with the rated head. The shut off
head shall not exceed 120 percent of the rated head.

6.4 Material And Construction

i. The Centrifugal pumps shall conform to IS 1520.

ii. The Pump casing shall be of heavy section close grained cast iron and designed to
withstand 1.5 times the working pressure. The casing shall be provided with shaft
seal arrangement as well as flanges for suction and delivery pipe connections as
required.

iii. The impeller shall be of Bronze of Gunmetal. This shall be shrouded type with
machined collars. Wear rings, where fitted to the impeller, shall be of the same
material as the impeller. The impeller surface shall be smooth finished for
minimum frictional loss. The impeller surface shall be smooth finished for
minimum frictional loss. The impeller shall be secured to the shaft by a key.

iv. The shaft shall be of stainless steel and shall be accurately machined. The shaft
shall be balanced to avoid vibrations at any speed within the operating range of
the pump.

v. The shaft sleeve shall be of Gunmetal.

vi. The bearings shall be ball or roller type suitable for the duty involved. These shall
be grease lubricated and shall be provided with grease nipples/cups. The bearings
shall be effectively sealed against leakage of lubricant or entry of dust or water.

vii. The shaft seal shall be mechanical type, so as to allow minimum leakage. A drip
well shall be provided beneath the seal.

viii. The pumps shall be directly coupled with motor /diesel engine shaft through a
flexible coupling protected by a coupling guard.

ix. The pump and motor / diesel engine shall be mounted on a common base plate
fabricated from mild steel section. The base plate shall have rigid, flat and true
surfaces to receive the pump and motor/diesel engine mounting feet. The Pump
will be perfectly aligned with motor/engine so as to avoid any vibration during
operation.

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6.5 Accessories (N.A)

Each pump shall be provided with the following accessories: -

(a) Butterfly / Sluice valves on suction and discharge (if positive suction is not
provided butterfly valve at suction is not to be provided).

(b) Reducers, as may be required to match the sizes of the connected pipe work.

(c) Non-return valve at the discharge.

(d) Pressure gauge at discharge side between pump and non-return valve.

6.6 Installation (N.A)

(i) The pump and motor/engine assembly shall be mounted and arranged for ease
of maintenance and to prevent transmission of vibration and noise to the
building structure or to the pipe work.

(ii) The pump and motor / engine assembly shall be installed on suitable RCC
foundation. The Length and Width of the foundation shall be such that 100 mm.
space is left all around the base frame. The height of foundation shall be so
decided that the total weight of foundation block is 1.5 times the operating
weight of the pump assembly. The foundation shall be isolated from the floor
by vibration isolating pads. Angle iron frame of size 35 mm x 35 mm x 3 mm
shall be provided on the top edges of the foundation.

(iii) More than one pump and motor assembly shall not be installed on a single base
or cement concrete block.

(iv) The suction / discharge pipes shall be independently supported and their weight
shall not be transferred to the pump. It should be possible to disconnect any
pump for repairs without disturbing the connecting pipe line.

(v) A minimum clearance of 1 m. around the main pumps shall be provided. For
jockey pump- clearance of 75 cm. shall be adequate.

(vi) Sufficient space is to be left in front for the radiator of diesel engine for free
discharge of hot air. Arrangement of discharging hot air to outside the pump
house shall be provided so that hot air does not stagnate in the pump house.

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6.7 Air Vessel For Fire Pumps (N.A)

Air vessel shall be fabricated out of 8 mm thick MS sheet & the end shall be dished and
suitable supporting legs, air vessel shall be provided with a 100mm dia flanged
connection from pump, one 40mm dia drain with valve, one gunmetal water level
gauge and 25mm sockets for pressure switches. The vessel shall be 250mmx1200mm
dia high and tested at 25 Kg/cm2 pressure before installation.

The fire pumps shall operate on drop pressure in the mains automatically or manually.

(The ratings will be adjusted finally at the time of commissioning as per site
requirement and final setting shall be kept as per approval of Engineer-in-Charge).

6.8 Operating Conditions For The Fire Pumps (N.A)

Cut in Cut Out

Fire Service Pump Nos. Remarks
Pressure Pressure
To auto start and auto stop
on
Jockey pump
(N.A) Two Automatic Automatic pressure switch on air
vessel to stop.
To auto start on pressure
Main pump Push button
One Automatic switch on air vessel and
(Hydrant) (N.A) manual
manual off.
To auto start on pressure
Diesel Fire Pump Push button
(N.A) One Automatic switch on air vessel and
manual
manual off.
To auto start on pressure
Sprinkler Pump Push button
(N.A) One Automatic switch on air vessel and
manual
manual off.

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7.0 DIESEL FIRE PUMP (N.A)
7.1 Scope

This section covers the details of requirements of the standby fire pump, operated by a
diesel engine.

7.2 General

The diesel pump set shall be suitable for automatic and manual operation complete
with necessary automatic starting gear, for starting on wet battery system and shall be
complete with all accessories. Both engine and pump shall be assembled on a common
bed plate, fabricated from mild steel channel.

7.3 Drive

The pump shall be only direct driven by means of a hollow set coupling. Coupling guard
shall also be provided.

The speed shall be 1500 RPM.

7.4 Diesel Engine

7.4.1 Environmental conditions: -

The engine shall be suitable to operate under the conditions of environment at site.

7.4.2 Engine Rating:

The engine shall be multi cylinder/vertical 4 stroke cycle, water cooled, developing
suitable HP at the opening speed specified to drive the fire pump. Continuous capacity
available for the load shall be exclusive of the power requirement of auxiliaries of the
diesel engine, and after correction of altitude, ambient temperature and humidity for
specified environment conditions. The engine rating shall be suitable to drive the pump
at 150 percent of its rated discharge with at least 65 percent of rated head. The engine
shall have 10% overload capacity for one hour in any period of 12 Hours continuous
run.

The engine shall be suitable for cold starting for which suitable headers shall be
provided in lubricating oil.

The engine shall develop full load within 15 seconds from the receipt of signal to start.
The diesel engine shall conform to BS 649/IS 1601/IS 10002, amended up to date.

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7.4.3 Engine Accessories

The engine shall be complete with the following accessories:-

i) Fly wheel dynamically balanced.

ii) Direct a coupling for pump and coupling guard.

iii) Radiator with hoses, fan, water pump, drive arrangement and guard.

iv) Air cleaner dry type.

v) Fuel service tank with necessary pipe work.

vi) Pump for lubricating oil and lub. oil filter.

vii) Elect. starting battery (12 V / 24V with 2 Nos. Battery).

viii) Exhaust silencer with necessary pipe work.

ix) Governor.

x) Instrument panel housing all the gauges, including Tachometer, hour meter and
starting switch with key (for manual staring).

xi) Necessary safety controls.

xii) Winterization arrangement.

xiii) Hand operated semi rotary pump for filing the service tank

7.4.4 Cooling System-

The Engine shall be radiator water cooled. The radiator assembly shall be mounted on the
engine. The radiator fan shall be driven by the engine as its auxiliary with multiple fan
belts. When half the belts are broken, the remaining belts shall be capable of driving the
fan. Cooling water shall be circulated by means of an auxiliary pump of suitable capacity
driven by the engine in a closed circuit.

7.4.5 Fuel System:

The fuel shall be gravity fed from the engine fuel storage tank to the engine driven fuel
pump. The engine fuel storage tank shall be mounted either adjacent to the engine itself
suitably wall mounted on bracket. The fuel filter shall be suitable located to permit easy
services.

All fuel tubing in the engine shall be with copper and fuel piping from day oil tank to
engine shall be MS C Class pipe with Reinforced flexible hose connection. Plastic
tubing shall not be permitted.

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 The fuel tank shall be welded Steel Construction (3mm Thick) and of 200 Ltrs. capacity
or of capacity sufficient to allow the engine to run on full load for at least 8 hours. The
tank shall be complete with necessary supports, level indicator (Protected against
mechanical injury) inlet,
outlet, overflow connection and drain plug and piping to the engine fuel tank. The outlet
shall be so located as to avoid entry of any sediment into the fuel line to the engine.

Tank shall be provided with epoxy coat from inside and outside with one coat of Red
oxide primer and two or more Coats of Synthetic enamel paint of approved shade.

7.4.6 Lubricating Oil System-

Forced feed Lub. Oil system shall be employed for positive lubrication. Necessary Lub.
oil filters shall be provided, located suitably for convenient servicing.

7.4.7 Starting system

The starting system shall comprise necessary batteries 12V / 24V volts starter motor of
adequate capacity and axle type gear to match with the toothed ring on the flywheel. By
metallic relay protection to protect starting motor from excessively long cranking runs
suitably integrated with engine protection system shall be included within the scope of
the work.

The battery capacity shall be suitable for meeting the needs of the starting system but
shall not be less than 180AH. The battery capacity shall be adequate for 10 consecutive
starts without recharging with cold engine under full compression.

Three attempt starting facility shall be provided if engine fails to start after third attempt,
the engine shall be locked out and suitable audio visual alarm shall be given to indicate
engine failure.

The scope shall cover all cabling, terminals, initial charging etc.

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7.4.8 Exhaust system

The exhaust system shall be complete with residential type silencer suitable for outdoor
installation, and silencer piping including bends and accessories needed to be taken out of
the building as per statutory requirement. The Contractors are advised to see the drawing
and site to assess the length and size of exhaust pipe required. The total backpressure
shall not exceed the engine manufacturer’s recommendation. The exhaust piping shall be
suitably insulated with 50 mm thick glass wool & 1 mm thick Al. sheet cladding.

7.4.9 Engine shut down mechanism –

This shall be manually operated and shall return automatically to the starting position
after use.

7.4.10 Governing System –

The engine shall be provided with an adjustable governor to control the engine speed
within 5% of its rated speed under all conditions of load up to full load. The governor
shall be set to maintain rated pump speed at maximum pump load.

An over speed shutdown device to shutdown the engine at a speed approximately 20%
above rated engine speed with manual reset, so that the automatic engine controller will
indicate an over speed signal until the device is manually reset to normal operating
position.

7.4.11 Engine Instrumentation

Engine instrumentation shall include the following:-

i) Lub. oil pressure gauge.

ii) Lub. oil temperature gauge

iii) Water temperature gauge

iv) Tachometer

v) Hour meter

The instrumentation panel shall be suitably mounted on the engine.

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7.4.12 Engine Protection Devices –

The following engine protection and automatic shut down facilities shall be provided:-

i) Low lub. oil pressure

ii) High cooling water temp

iii) High lub. Oil temperature

iv) Over speed shut down

7.4.13 Pipe work

All pipe lines with fittings and accessories required shall be provided for fuel oil, lub. oil
and exhaust systems. The fuel tubing to the engine shall be MS C – class pipe with
flexible hose connections wherever required.

7.4.14 Anti Vibration Mounting –

Suitable anti-vibration mounting duly approved by Engineer-in-charge shall be employed

for mounting the unit so as to minimize transmission of vibration to the structure. The
isolation efficiency achievable shall be clearly indicated.

7.4.15 Battery Charger

Necessary float and boost charger shall be incorporated in the control section of the
power and control panel, to keep the battery under trim condition. Voltmeter to indicate
the state of charge of the batteries shall be provided.

8.0 PIPING WORK

8.1 Pipes shall be of the following materials.

a) Pipes upto 150 mm dia shall be GI (C class) conforming to IS: 1239 for sizes up
to 150 mm.

b) Pipes above 150 mm shall be Electric Resistance Welded black steel pipe (GI),
Class 2 conforming to IS: 3589 for sizes greater then 150 mm. These pipes shall
be factory rolled and fabricated from MS Sheet of thickness mentioned in the IS
code. Cadmium plated steel nuts / bolts / washers shall be used.

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8.2 Pipe Joints

i) Electric welding joints shall be provided in the GI pipe works. Flanged joints
shall be provided for connection to valves, pumps, air vessels etc. and also on
straight lengths at suitable points to facilitate erection and subsequent
maintenance.

ii) MS Flange shall be in accordance with Table 17 of IS: 6392 i.e. Plate flanges for
welding and Flange

Thickness shall be as under. Gasket thickness shall not be less then 3 m.

Pipe Dia Flanged Thickness

250 & 200 mm 24 mm
150 mm 22 mm
100 mm 20 mm
180 mm 20 mm
65 mm and 50 mm 18 mm
40 mm and below 16 mm

All hardware items such as Nuts, Bolts, and Washers shall be of appropriate size.
Washers shall be used on both side of the Bolt.

8.3 Installation Of Pipes

1) The installation work shall be carried out in accordance with the detailed
drawings prepared by the contractor and approved by the Engineer-In-Charge.

2) In Pipe above Ground level expansion loops or joints shall be provided to take
care of expansion / contraction of pipes.

3) Tee of connections shall be through equal and reducing tees, otherwise ferrules
welded to the main pipe shall be used. Drilling and Tapping of the walls of the
main pipe shall not be resort to.

4) Open end of piping shall be blocked as soon as the pipe is installed to avoid the
entrance of foreign matter.

5) Piping installation shall be supported on or suspended from structure adequately.

The contractor shall provide clamps, hangers etc. as per detailed given below: -

• Split pipe support clamps with rubber lining for vertical, horizontal and
roof hanging.

• Clevis hangers for horizontal support to adjust wiring height.

• Sprinkler hangers for horizontal supports for pipes from 15-150 mm dia.

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 • Fasteners and fully threaded rods shall be used for installing the pipe
supports. The size of the pipe support and installation shall be in
accordance with manufacturers recommendations.

• For pipes of size 100 mm and above with the prior approval of the
Engineer-in- charge, U clamps with dash fasteners may be used for
supporting horizontal pipe from ceiling.
• All the pipe support material shall be GI of approved branded make.

6) Pipe supports in Pump house shall be floor mounted and of G.I. Spacing of pipe
support shall not be more than that specified below: -

Pipe Size (mm) Spacing (M)

20 to 25 2.00
32 to 125 2.50
150 and above 3.00

Extra support shall be provided at the bends and heavy fittings like valves to
avoid undue stress on the pipes.

7) Anti-vibration pads, Springs and Liners of resilient and non-deteriorating material

shall be provided at each support so as to prevent transmission of vibration
through the supports.

8) Pipe sleeves of diameters larger than the pipes by least 50 mm shall be provided
wherever pipes pass through walls and annular spaces shall be filled with felt and
finished with retaining rings.

9) a) Vertical riser shall be parallel to walls in column lines and shall be straight
and in Plumb. Riser passing from floor to floor shall be supported at each
floor by clamps etc. as per the para 5.

b) The space in the floor cutouts around the pipe works shall be closed using
cement concrete 1:2:4 or steel sheet from the fire safety considerations,
taking care to see that a small annular space is left around the pipes to
prevent transmission of vibration to the strcuture.

c) Riser shall have suitable support at the lowest point.

10) Where mild steel/GI pipes are to be buried under ground the same shall be treated
with anticorrosive protection before laying. The top of the pipes shall be not less
than 100 cms. Below the ground level. Where this is not practicable, permission of
the Engineer-In- Charge shall be obtained for buying the pipes at lesser depth.
Masonry or C.C. blocks shall be provided for supporting the pipes at interval as
per detail given above. After the pipes have been laid, the trench shall be refilled
with excavated soil in layers of 20 cm and rammed and any extra soil shall be
removed from the site of work by the contractor.

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 11) Underground pipe shall be laid at least 2 m away from the face of the building
preferably along with roads and foot paths. As far as possible laying of pipes under
road, pavement and large open spaces shall be avoided. Pipes shall not be laid
under building and where unavoidable, these shall be laid in masonry trenches
with removable covers.

12) For laying of external pipes, excavation up to a depth of 1.25 m or more is to be

carried out. This may cause hindrance in execution of other building works.
External pipes shall therefore be laid in a phased manner in coordination with
other agencies. The pipes shall be tested, and earth filled back before excavation
for next phase is taken up.' Equipment for testing etc should be available in
advance before start of underground pipe laying work.

13) To facilitate detection of leak and isolation of defective portion of pipe, valves
shall be provided in underground pipe at suitable locations. As far as possible
such valves shall be provided over ground. If the valves shall are to be provided
below ground, suitable masonry chamber with cover plate shall be provided.
Locations where vehicles can pass shall be avoided for provision of valves below
ground.

14) Pipe over ground shall be painted in red colour shade no. 536 of IS: 5. Suitable
identification shall be provided to indicate the run of underground wherever the
route of underground pipe cannot be ascertained from the location of yard
hydrant / isolating valves.

15) It shall be made sure that proper noiseless circulation is achieved in the system if
proper circulation is not achieved due to air bound connections, the contractor
shall rectify the defective connections. He shall bear all the expenses for carrying
out the above rectification including the tarring - up and re - finishing of floors,
walls etc. as required.

16) Wherever pipes pass through the brick or masonry/slab openings, the gaps shall
be sealed with fire sealant such as fire barrier caulks.

8.4 Pressure Testing

a) All piping shall be tested to hydrostatic test pressure of at least one and half times
of maximum operating pressure, but not less than 10 kg/cm² for a period of not
less than 24 hours. All leaks and defects in joints revealed during the testing shall
be rectified to the satisfaction of the Engineer-in-charge.

b) Piping repaired subsequent to the above pressure test shall be re-tested in the
same manner.

c) System may be tested in sections and such sections shall be securely capped.

d) Pressure gauges may be capped off during pressure testing of the installation.

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 Complete Flushing out Test of Sprinklers installation shall be carried out to clean the
sprinkler pipes for foreign materials before fixing the sprinkler heads to avoid obstruction
in the sprinklers

The Contractor shall provide all materials, tools, equipment, instruments, services and
labour required to perform the test, and shall ensure that the plant room and other areas
are cleaned up and spill over water is removed.

The Engineer-in-charge shall be notified well in advance by the contractor of his

intention to test a section of piping and all testing shall be witnessed by the Engineer-in-
charge or his authorized representative.

8.5 Anti-Corrosive Protection On Under Ground Pipe

Corrosion protection tape shall be wrapped on M.S./GI Pipes to be buried in ground. This
corrosion protection tape shall comprise of coal tar/asphalt component supported on
fabric of organic or inorganic fibre and minimum 4 mm. thick and conform to
requirement of IS:10221 - code of practice for coating and wrapping of underground
mild steel pipe line. Before application of corrosion protection tape all foreign matter on
pipe shall be removed with the help of wire brush and suitable primer shall be applied
over the pipe thereafter. The primer shall be allowed to dry until the solvent evaporates
and the surface becomes tacky. Both primer and tape shall be furnished by the same
manufacturer. Corrosion protection tape shall then be wound around the
pipe in spiral fashion and bounded completely to the pipe. There shall be no air pocket or
bubble beneath the tape. The overlaps shall be 15 mm and 250 mm shall be left uncoated
on either end of pipe to permit installation and welding. This area shall be coated insitu
after the pipe line is installed. The tape shall be wrapped in accordance with the
manufacturer’s recommendations. If application is done in cold weather, the surface of
the pipe shall be pre-heated until it is warm to touch and traces of moisture are removed
and then primer shall be applied and allowed to dry.

8.6 Pipe Measurement

Measurements of plumbing work shall be on following basis:-

a) Piping shall be measured along the centre line of installed pipes including all pipe
fittings and accessories but excluding valves and other items for which quantities are
specifically indicated in the schedule of work. No separate payment shall be made for
fittings and accessories.

b) The rate for piping work shall include all wastage allowances, flanges pipe supports,
hangers, excavation, refilling, testing, nuts, vibration isolators, and suspension where
specified or required, and any other item required to complete the piping installation.
None of these items will be separately measured and paid.

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9.0 VALVES & ACCESSORIES
9.1 Sluice Valves

Sluice valve conforming to IS: 14846 shall be provided. Valves shall be suitable to with-
stand the pressure in the system and rating shall be PN 20. Valves shall be right-handed
(i.e. handle or key shall be rotated clock wise to close the valve), the direction of opening
and closing shall be marked and an open/shunt indicator fitted.

The material of valves shall be as under:

Body : Cast iron

Disc: Stainless steel

Seat: Nitrile rubber

O-ring: Nitrile

9.2 Butterfly Valves with and without Tamper Proof Switch

Butterfly valve conforming to IS: 13095 shall be provided. Butterfly valve shall be
suitable to with- stand the pressure in the system and rating shall be PN 20. Valves shall
be right-handed (i.e. handle or key shall be rotated clock wise to close the valve), the
direction of opening and closing shall be marked and an open/shunt indicator fitted.

The material of valves shall be as under:

Body: Cast iron

Disc: Stainless steel

Seat: Nitrile rubber

O-ring: Nitrile

Tamper Proof Switch has 100 percent synchronization which activates the alarm panel
even when the valve is closed upto 50% and in bidirectional way. In addition, the switch
is designed to operate in temperatures ranging from –40°C to 49°C (–40°F to 120°F). The
Switch is equipped with tamper resistant cover screws to prevent unauthorized entry.
Inside, two sets of SPDT (Form C) synchronized switches are enclosed in a durable
terminal block to assure reliable performance.

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9.3 Non-Return Valve

Non-return valves shall be swing check type in horizontal run and lift check type in
vertical run of pipes. They shall conform to IS 5312. They shall be suitable to with-stand
the pressure in the system and rating shall be PN 20.

The material of valves shall be as under:

Body: Cast iron

Disc: Stainless steel

Seat: Nitrile rubber

O-ring: Nitrile

AIR RELEASE VALVE

Air release valves shall be provided at all high points in the piping system for venting.
Valves shall be of the double float type, with G.M. body, vulcanite balls, rubber sealing,
etc. Air valves shall be of the sizes specified and shall be associated with an equal size
forged ball valve.

9.4 Full Way Ball Valve

9.4.1 The Ball Valve shall be made from forged brass. The valve shall be internally
threaded to receive pipe connections.

9.4.2 The Ball shall be made from brass and machined to perfect round shape and
subsequently chrome plated. The seat of the valve body bonnet gasket and gland
packing shall be of Teflon.

9.4.3 The handle shall be of chrome plated steel with PVC jacket. The handle shall also
indicate the direction of ‘open’ and ‘closed’ situations. The gap between the ball and the
teflon packing shall be sealed to prevent water seeping.

9.4.4 The handle shall also be provided with a lug to keep the movement of the ball valve
within 90 degree.

9.5 Strainer

Strainers shall be preferably of the approved type with fabricated steel bodies. Strainers
shall be fabricated by minimum 1 mm thick stainless-steel sheet with 3 mm dia.
perforation holes. Strainers shall be provided with
flanges or threaded sockets as required. They shall be designed so as to enable blowing
out accumulated dirt and facilitate removal and replacement of screen without
disconnection of the main pipe.

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9.6 Pressure Gauges

Pressure gauges shall be of 150mm dia. dial and of appropriate range and be complete
with shut off gauge valve etc.

duly calibrated before installation. Care shall be taken to protect pressure gauges during
pressure testing.

9.7 Flexible Connection For Pumps

All suction and delivery lines shall be provided with double flanged reinforced neoprene
flexible pipe connectors. Connectors should be suitable for a working pressure of each
pump. Length of the connector shall be as per manufacturer’s details.

10.0 EXTERNAL YARD HYDRANTS (N.A)

10.1 For fighting fire from outside the building, yard hydrants are provided around the
building. For connecting yard hydrants, a ring of pipe shall be laid under ground around
the building at a minimum distance of 2 m. from the face of the building.

Yard hydrants shall be located at a minimum distance of 2 m but not more than 15 m
from the building face. The yard hydrants shall be accessible and should normally be
provided near boundary wall/along road. While locating yard hydrants it should be
ensured that same don’t become hindrance in vehicular movement or entrance to the
building. Yard hydrants should be located around the building in such a way that it
should be possible to fight fire on any face of the building from the nearest hydrant. A
distance of 45 m from hydrant to hydrant will be adequate.

Yard hydrant will include the following accessories.

(i) connection from ring main with 80 mm dia MS
Pipe

(ii) 63 mm dia single head landing valve -- 1 No.

(iii) Butterfly / Sluice valve 80 mm dia. -- --

(iv) Hose pipe 63 mm dia 15 m long with male and
female
coupling at both ends. -- 2 Nos.

(v) Branch pipe 63 mm dia with 20 mm (nominal internal diameter) nozzle and suitable

for instantaneous connection. -- 1 No.

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 All above components shall be housed in a 750x600x250 mm size MS Cabinet made
from 2 mm thick MS sheet with glass door of thickness 6 mm. The cabinet shall be
painted with red color shade no. 536 as per IS: 5.

A brick pedestal with brick wall with plaster shall also be constructed for supporting the
FHC box. All surfaces shall be plastered with 1:4 ratio (1 cement: 4 fine sand) mortar.

Sample of one installation to be approved before proceeding the execution.

11.0 INTERNAL HYDRANTS (LANDING VALVE)

Landing valves are provided in the system for connection of hose pipes for discharging
water for firefighting by fire brigade or trained personnel.

11.1 The Landing valve shall be as per IS: 5290

11.2 The Landing valve are of Double head outlet types

11.3 Material of construction

-
i) Body, outlet and cap etc. - SS 304
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ii) Spindle - SS 304
-
iii) Hand wheel - C.I.

11.4 The water discharge shall be not less than 900 LPM for single head valves at 3.5 Kg/cm2
pressure.

11.5 Installation

The landing valve shall be fitted to a T connection of the riser at the landing in such a
way that the valve is in the centre of the internal hydrant opening and at a height of 1
m. from floor level.

The valve base shall be vertical and the valve facing outside. There should be no
hindrance in the operation of the handle.

All above components shall be housed in a 2100x900x700 mm size 14 Gauge MS

Cabinet made from 2 mm thick sheet with glass door of thickness 6 mm.

12.0 FIRST-AID HOSE REEL EQUIPMENT

12.1 First Aid hose reel is meant for delivering small quantity of water in early stage of fire
and cane be operated even by untrained personnel, and thus provides a most effective
firefighting facility. It consists of length of 20 mm (nominal internal) diameter hose
tubing warped around a reel with water inlet pipe, stop valve and shut off nozzle. The

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 entire assembly is mounted on a wall bracket and can swing 180 degrees. The water
inlet is connected to the riser pipe by means of 40 mm socket and valve. The hose tube
can be pulled out easily for the purpose of discharge of water on fire.

First aid hose reel shall be as per IS-884. The coupling, branch pipe and nozzle shall be
as per IS: 8090

12.2 Material of construction: -

i) Hub and sides - GI

ii) Wall Bracket - GI
iii) Hose tube (20 mm) - Termoplstic (Textile reinforced ) type - 2 as per IS :
12585
(Nominal internal dia)
iv) Nozzle with branch pipe - Brass
v) Stop valve (Ball valve) - Brass

Normally MS construction is used. Other material may be used in areas having corrosive
atmosphere.

The water flow rate shall be not less than 24 lpm and the range of jet shall be not less
the 6 m.

12.3 Installation

a) First aid hose reels are installed with internal hydrant. First aid hose reel shall
be installed in MS cabinet made from 14 Gauge thick sheet with glass door of
size 2100x900x715 mm. The size of the cabinet shall be such that there is no
obstruction in swinging the hose reel. The location of cabinet shall be such that
there is no obstruction in swinging the hose reel and does not form obstruction
to passage / escape route.

b) The length of hose tube shall be such that the nozzle of the hose can be taken in
to every room and within a range of 6 m from any part of the room.

c) There shall be no obstruction in swinging the hose reel and should be installed
above landing valve where provided.

d) The inlet valve shall be at 900 mm above floor level.

e) Hose reel bracket should be firmly grouted on the wall with the help of rawl
botls.

13.0 FIRE HOSE DELIVERY COUPLING, BRANCH PIPE AND NOZZLES (N.A)
13.1 These are important accessories used for fire fighting operations.

13.2 Material of construction: Stainless steel 304

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 13.3 Delivery hose coupling’s

13.3.1 The 63 mm dia. delivery house couplings consist of male half coupling and female half
coupling. Groves are provided on outer side on both coupling for binding hose pipes
with wires. In female couplings spring loaded cam tooth is provided for holding male
half coupling in position. Male half coupling and female half coupling are provided on
both the sides (i.e. on one side male and on the other side female) of hose pipes. Two or
more pipes can be joined together with the help of these couplings instantaneously.

13.4 Branch pipe and Nozzle

13.4.1 Branch pipes with nozzle are mounted and the end of hose pipe. Branch pipe is properly
finished and free from sharp edges. During operation a fire man has to hold the branch
pipe. One end of branch pipe is fixed with hose coupling and the other end is threaded
to fit the nozzle.

13.4.2 Nozzle is tapered pipe with one and threaded internally which is fixed on branch pipe.
The size of other end i.e. Nozzle shall be 20 mm (nominal internal diameter)

14.0 FIRE SERVICE INLET AND FIRE SERVICE CONNECTION

a) These are provided for connection of fire service hose pipes for either directly
pressurizing the system with their pumps or filling water in the tank from a
distance. In the first case non return valve with butterfly valve shall be provided
for holding water pressure. Fire service inlet shall be provided with each wet riser
/ down comer and the ring main. The arrangement has been shown in Fig. 5.
These are fixed to 150 mm dia pipe and located in MS Box made of 2 mm thick
mild steel sheet with open able glass cover.
b) These shall be as per IS: 904.
c) Material of construction : Gunmetal / CI

15.0 HOSE PIPES

a) Hose pipes shall be rubber lined woven jacketed and 63 mm in diameter. They
shall conform to Type A (Re-inforced rubber lined) of IS: 636. They shall be
flexible and capable of being rolled. Length of hose pipe will be 15 m.

b) The hose pipe shall be complete with male and female coupling at the ends as per
detailed given in 13.3.

c) Besides keeping hose pipe with internal hydrant and yard hydrant, spare hose
pipes along with branch pipe shall be kept in fire control room / pump room.

16.0 ORIFICE PLATE (N.A)

16.1 The pressure in a Fire Fighting system varies from point to point. The pressure will be
maximum in the pump house and minimum at the farthest hydrant at TOP level. To

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 reduce pressure to operating pressure at every internal /external hydrant, orifice plates are
provided before connection of landing valve between the flanges of landing valve and
pipe flange

Table for selection of orifice plate

Diametre of orifice
Pressure loss (kg/cm2) Pipe Size
80 mm 100 mm
3.5 41.9
3 43.0
2.5 44.80
2 46.40
1.5 48.90 56.20
1 52.30 57.60
0.9 53.20 59
0.8 54.10 60.40
0.7 55.30 62
0.6 56.60 63.90
0.5 58.20 66.50
0.4 59.80 69.70
0.3 62.00 74.20
0.2 65.00 81.10
0.1 ---- 82.20

17.0 PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHER

Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided as per Bill of Quantities and shall: -

17.1 ABC Type Dry Powder Extinguisher

17.1.1 The Extinguisher shall be filled with ABC Grade 40, Mono Ammonium Phosphate
(MAP base) from approved manufacturer.

17.1.2 The Capacity of the extinguisher when filled with Dry Chemical Powder (First filling)
as per IS 15683, part II 8/ IS 2171, shall be 4.0 kg +/-2 % or 10 kg +/-3 %.

17.1.3 It shall be operated upright, with a squeeze grip valve to control discharge. The plunger
neck shall have a safety city, fitted with a pin, to prevent accidental discharge. It shall
be pressurized with Dry Nitrogen, as expelling. The Nitrogen to be charged at a
pressure of 15 kg / cm².

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17.1.4 Body shall be of mild steel conforming to relevant IS Standards. The neck ring shall be
also mild steel and welded to the body. The discharge valve body shall be forged brass
or leaded bronze, while the spindle, spring and siphon tube shall be of brass. The nozzle
shall be of brass, while the hose shall be of braided nylon. The body shall be cylindrical
in shape, with the dish and dome welded to it. Sufficient space for Nitrogen gas shall be
provided inside the body, above the powder filling.

17.1.5 The Neck ring shall be externally threaded the threading portion being 1.6 cm. The
filler opening in the neck ring shall not less then 50 mm. Discharge nozzle shall be
screwed to the hose. The design of the nozzle shall meet the performance requirement,
so as to discharge at least 85 % of contents upto a throw of 4 meters, continuously, at
least for 15 seconds. The hose, forming part of discharge nozzle, shall be 500 mm long,
with 10 mm dia internally for 5 kg capacity and 12 mm for 10 kg capacity. It shall have
a pressure gauge fitted to the valve assembly or the cylinder to indicate pressure
available inside. The extinguisher shall be treated with anti corrosive paint, and it shall
be labeled with words ABC 2.5 cm long, within a triangle of 5 cm on each face. The
extinguisher body and valve assembly shall withstand internal pressure of 30 kg / cm²
for a minimum period of 2 minutes. The pressure Gauge shall be imported and suited
for the purpose.

17.3 Carbon Dioxide Extinguisher

17.3.1 The Carbon Dioxide Extinguisher shall be as per IS: 15683.

17.3.2 The Body shall be constructed of seamless tube conforming to IS: 7285, and having a
convex dome and flat base.

Its dia shall be maximum 140 mm, and the overlay height shall not exceed 720 mm.

17.3.3 The discharge mechanism shall be through a control valve conforming to IS: 3224. The
internal siphon tube shall be of copper or aluminum conforming to relevant
specifications.

17.3.4 Hose pipe shall be high pressure braided Rubber hose with a minimum burst pressure of
140 kg/cm², and shall be approximately 1.0 meters in length having internal dia of 10
mm. The discharge horn shall be of high quality unbreakable plastic with gradually
expanding shape, to convert liquid carbon dioxide into gas form. The handgrip of
Discharge horn shall be insulated with Rubber of appropriate thickness.

17.3.5 The gas shall be conforming to IS: 307 and shall be stored at about 85 kg/cm². The
expansion ratio between stored liquid carbon dioxide to expanded gas shall be 1:9 times
and total discharge time shall be minimum 10 sec. and Maximum 25 sec.

17.3.6 The extinguisher shall fulfill the following test pressures:

a) Cylinder: 236 kg/cm²

b) Control Valve: 125 kg/cm²

c) Burst pressure of Hose: 140 kg/cm² minimum.

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17.3.7 It shall be an upright type. The cylinder, including the control valve and high pressure
Discharge Hose must comply with relevant Statutory Regulations, and be approved by
chief Controller of Explosives, Nagpur and also bear IS marking.

17.3.8 The Extinguisher including components shall be ISI Mark.

18.0 SPRINKLER SYSTEM

18.1 System Design

18.1.1 Automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for all areas as per requirement with
permitted exceptions e.g. electrical switch rooms, power transformers and D.G. rooms,
Panel rooms, Electrical rooms, CNS Equipment rooms, UPS and Battery rooms as
identified and as shown in drawings.

18.1.2 Sprinkler heads shall be provided at appropriate spacing to cover max 12 sqmtr. per
Sprinkler head or as per specific requirements to meet the approval of the authority
having jurisdiction. The spacing shall also be in conformity with the drawings and
properly coordinated with Electrical Fixtures, Ventilation Ducts and Grills and other
services along the ceiling.

18.1.3 Types of sprinklers to be used shall be as given in specifications, BOQ and approved by
the Engineer-in-charge.

18.1.4 Spacing below Sprinkler Heads: - Clear minimum space of 0.5 m shall be maintained
below the deflector of sprinkler head.

18.1.5 Location of Sprinkler in relation to Building Structure:-

i) Ceiling Sprinklers Deflector shall not be less than 150 mm and more than 300
mm below the ceiling.

ii) Side wall sprinkler defector shall not be less than 100 mm. and not more
than 150 mm. below the ceiling.

iii) If depth of a beam in an area is less than 450 mm. distance at (i) and (ii) shall be
maintained and provision of beam shall not be considered. If the depth of a
beam in an area is more than 450 mm, then the beam shall be regarded as a
boundary.

18.1.6 Concealed Spaces

Spaces between roofs and ceiling more than 0.8 m deep shall be sprinkler protected as
follows:-

a) Sprinkler heads shall be provided considering the space as any other area in the
building.

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 b) Sprinkler heads may be connected individually with the range/distributlon
pipes below, which shall be sized by taking the room and concealed space
sprinklers cumulatively.

c) Sprinkler heads may be connected with independent range/distribution

pipes connected with common feed pipe. The common feed pipes shall
be not less than 65 mm. dia.

18.1.7 Obstruction below Sprinklers:

Sprinklers shall be fitted under the following types of obstruction which are either More
than 0.8 m. wide and less than 150 mm. from the adjacent walls or partitions, or more
than 1 m. wide.

18.2 Sprinkler Heads

18.2.1 Sprinkler heads shall be quartz bulb with bulb, valve assembly yoke and the deflector.

18.3 Types

18.3.1 Conventional Pattern

The sprinklers shall be designed to produce a spherical type of discharge with a portion
of water being thrown upwards to the ceiling side of wall extras. The sprinklers shall
suitable for erection in upright position or pendant position.

a) Spray Pattern
The spray type sprinkler shall produce a hemispherical discharge below the
plane of the deflector.

b) Ceiling (flush) Pattern

These shall be designed for use with concealed pipe work, these shall be
installed pendant with plate or
base flush to the ceiling with spray head below the ceiling.

c) Side Wall Sprinklers

These shall be designed for installation alongwith the walls of room close to the
ceiling. The discharge pattern shall be similar to one quarter of sphere with a
small proportion discharging on the wall behind the sprinklers.

18.3.2 Construction

i) Bulb: - Bulb shall be made of corrosion-free material strong enough to with

stand any

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 water pressure likely to occur in the system. The bulb shall shatter when
the temperature of the surrounding air reaches a predetermined level.

ii) Valve assembly:- Water passage of the sprinkler shall be controlling assembly
of flexible construction. The valve assembly shall be held in position by the
quartzoid bulb. The assembly be stable and shall withstand pressure surges or
external vibration without displacement.

iii) Yoke:- The yoke shall be made of high quality gun metal. The arms of yoke
shall be so designed as to avoid interference with discharge of water from the
deflector. The sprinkler body shall be coated with an approved anti corrosive
treatment if the same is to used in corrosive conditions.

iv) Deflection: The deflector shall be suitable for either upright or pendent erection.
The deflector shall be designed to give an even distribution of water over the
area protected by each sprinkler.

a) Colour Code
The following colour code shall be adopted for classification of sprinkler
according to nomination temperature ratings.

Sprinkler Temperature Rating Colour of the Bulb

68 deg.C Red
79 deg C Yellow

b) Size of sprinklker Orifices

The sprinklers shall be of 15mm nominal bore size.

18.5 Alarm Valve & Automatic Water Motor Gong Valve

a) The alarm valve & water motor gong valve is to be provided on all the
Sprinkler main delivery pipes or Installation Control Valves (ICV) as per
approval of authority having jurisdiction.

b) The Installation Control valve (ICV) shall be double seated clapper type check
valve. The Body and cover shall be made from Cast Iron to IS: 210 Grade FG
200. The seat and seat clamp shall be made from bronze to IS: 318, LTB II grade.
The sealing to the seat shall be neoprene gasket. The hinges pin and ball shall be
from stainless steel.

c) It shall be vertically mounted and the direction of water travel shall be indicated
on the surface.

d) A By-pass check valve shall be fitted to adjust minor and slow variations in water
pressure for balancing so as to avoid any false alarm.

e) The valve shall also be provided with a Test Control Box. The Box shall house a
lever to test and operate the ICV. A brass strainer shall also be provided at the

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 point of water supply to the Alarm gong. A Retarding Chamber shall also be
provided. The Chamber shall be able to balance the water pressure in case of
water line surges.

f) Each Installation Control Valve (ICV) shall have two sets of pressure Gauges
with brass ball valve type shut off.

g) A Water Motor Alarm shall also be provided. This shall be mechanically

operated by discharge of water through an impeller. The drive bearing shall be
weather resistant. A strainer shall be provided on line before the nozzle. The
Gong piece shall be constructed from bronze to IS 318, 2 TB II Grade, and base
of cast iron. The motor Housing, Rotor and Housing Cover shall be pressure die
cast aluminum.

h) A brass automatic ball drop valve with the retard chamber shall also be provided.

18.6 Inspection Test Valves

Inspection and testing of the sprinkler system shall be done by providing an assembly
consisting of gunmetal valves, gunmetal sight glass, bye-pass valve.

18.7 Flow Switches with Retard (0-60 seconds)

The Flow Switches with Retartd (0-60 seconds) are to be provided on the Sprinkler
System pipes for each zone, complete with all necessary wiring up to monitor modules as
per instructions of the engineer in charge.

18.8 pressure switches

Pressure switches shall be differential type for operation of all pumps and for the various
duties and settings required. Pressure switches shall be for heavy duty operation and of
approved make. All pressure switches shall be factory calibrated.

18.9 Annunciation Panel

Electrically operated alarm shall be provided for indication of operation of sprinkler in an

area. Water flow switches shall be installed in main distribution pipes which shall be
wired to sprinkler annunciation panel. In the event of operation of a sprinkler, the flow
switch will operate and give signal to the annunciation panel to

indicate operation of sprinkler in the area. This will initiate an electrically operated alarm.
The system shall be independent of fire alarm system.

Construction details

The Panel shall be fabricated out of not less than 1.6 mm thick MS sheet and powder
coated after 7 tank treatment process and shall be totally enclosed dust damp and vermin
proof. Suitable knockout shall be provided for entry of cables. The panel shall be

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 designed such that the equipment for power supply battery charging are housed in
independent compartments. Sealed maintenance free batteries shall also be
accommodated inside the panel.

Indicating lamps control switches, buttons and fuses shall be suitably located in the front
and properly labeled.

The indicating lamps shall be LED type of following colours. The flow switch
operation conditions shall be indicated by twin lamps.

a) Red to indicate flow switch operation.

b) Amber to indicate fault condition.

c) Green to indicate healthy conditions.

The test buttons to test the indication lamps shall be provided.

The panel shall be solid state type or microprocessor type as indicated in the tender.

The primary function of the panel shall be to respond automatically to the operation of
one or more flow switches to give alarm and to indicate area/areas where the device has
activated. The operation of one or more flow switches shall result in simultaneous alarm
given by the following: -

a) External alarm hooter (s)

b) A visible indication on panel.

c) Audible alarm on panel itself (common for all zones)

The panel shall indicate the fault within the system and immediate fault warning shall be
given by an audible and visible signal on the panel in case of open circuit, short circuit
and earth fault in cable between flow switch and annunciation panel.

The panel shall be complete with mimic diagram for the areas covered by different flow
switches. The layout of mimic diagram shall be got approved by the Engineer-In-Charge.

Battery back up with trickle cum boost charger shall be provided for operation of the
system. Indication of mains failure and low battery voltage shall be provided. The
batteries shall be sealed maintenance free. The capacity of the battery shall be 12 Volt 2
Nos 24 AH each. All standard accessories shall be provided.

18.10 Installation Of Sprinkler System

a) The installation shall be carried out as per Chapter 8 and 18. Following
additional points are to be taken care for sprinkler installations.

b) For fixing sprinkler heads, 15 mm dia M.S. Socket is to be welded to range

pipes at the locations as per drawings. Dead plug shall be fixed in the socket.

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 c) If sprinkler head is to be provided away from range pipe, M.S. pipe nipple of
suitable size be used to extend the sprinkler head and socket is welded at
desired locations.

d) Joints for Sprinkler pipes: DI fittings up to 50mm diameter shall be threaded

joints using Teflon Tape or equivalent bonding tape on the threads. Joints for
pipe and fittings above 50mm diameter shall be welded joints.

e) After completion of work in sections, pressure rating of entire pipe work shall
be carried out for 24 hours.

f) After completion of entire work, pressure rating of entire pipe work shall be
carried out for 24 Hours at a pressure of 7.5 kg/cm2. The drop of pressure up to
0.5 kg/cm2 shall be accepted.

g) The lines shall be flushed before completion of building work so that any
foreign matter which might have entered the system is taken out. The
pressurization pump (Jockey pump) be operated and valve open at different
locations.

h) During occupation of the building, sprinkler heads shall be provided in place of

dead plugs. Taflon tape shall be used on threaded portion. The sprinkler heads
shall be properly tightened in the socket.

i) When all sprinklers heads are installed, pressure is built up in the system by
pressurization pump slowly and in case no leak is found, desired pressure is
developed and maintained. In case any leak is detected, the same shall be
attended before pressurizing the system further.

19.0 TESTING
19.1 Initial Testing

19.1.1 During laying of pipes, the same shall be subjected to 10 kg/cm2 hydraulic pressure for
a period of 24 hours, in sections.

19.1.2 After completion of the work all valves/ fittings shall be installed in position and entire
system shall be tested for

24 hours at a pressure of 10 kg/ cm2. The drop of pressure up to 0.5 kg/cm2 shall be
accepted.

19.1.2 Final Testing

19.1.2.1 After completion, all operation checks as per Para 2.4.1.14 shall be carried out for
automatic operation of the systems. For this purpose, landing valves may be opened at
different locations. The exercise shall be repeated couple of times to ensure trouble free
operation of the system

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19.1.2.2 Flow Test: - The design flow of pumps shall be checked. The pump shall be operated
after opening a number of landing valves at different locations. Design pressure is to be
maintained in the pump house. Water discharge is to be measured by drop in level in
UG tank for a certain period. All pumps shall be tested one by one. The flow rate shall
be not less than as specified while maintaining the design pressure in pump house.

19.2 Inspection By Local Fire Officer

After completion of the work and testing to the entire satisfaction of Engineer-in Charge,
the installation shall be offered for inspection by Chief Fire Officer or his representative.
Testing as desired by the Fire Officer shall be carried out. The contractor will extend all
help including manpower during testing. The observation of Chief Fire Officer which are
a part of agreement shall by attended by the contractor. Nothing extra is to be paid for
testing as above.

20.0 COMMISSIONING
a) Flushing the System:- Before commissioning, the entire system shall be flushed
to ensure that any earth/ foreign matters which might have entered during
installation are taken out. For this, pump may be operated and valves opened at
different locations.

b) As soon as the work is complete, the system shall be commissioned and made
available for use. Requirement of fire fighting installations is equally important
during occupation of the building. If the building is to be occupied in part, fire
fighting system of building completed shall be commissioned by isolating the
system of under construction portion of the building.

c) The fire fighting system shall be maintained and manned from the very first day
of its commissioning.

d) Any defects noticed during the warranty period shall be promptly attended by the
contractor and availability of the system at all time is to be ensured.

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