SPECIFICATION – CARBON DIOXIDE FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM

WITH CHEETAH Xi® CONTROL PANEL

SECTION 1 – GENERAL CONDITIONS

I. SCOPE:
This specification outlines the requirements for a Carbon Dioxide (CO 2) Fire Suppression System with a
addressable detection and control system. The work described in this specification includes all engineering,
labor, materials, equipment, fees and services necessary, and required, to complete and test the suppression
and detection system.

II. APPLICABLE STANDARDS AND PUBLICATIONS:

The design, equipment, installation, testing and maintenance of the system shall be in compliance and
accordance with the applicable requirements set forth in the latest edition of the following codes, standards,
and third party approval agencies:

1) NFPA No. 12 - Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems

2) NFPA No. 70 - National Electrical Code
3) NFPA No. 72 - National Fire Alarm Code
4) FM Approvals
5) Underwriters Laboratories
6) Requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)

The standards listed, as well as all other applicable codes and standards shall be used as "minimum" design
standards. Also to be considered are the requirements of the "Authority Having Jurisdiction" (AHJ), and good
engineering practices.

III. REQUIREMENTS:
The Carbon Dioxide Suppression System installation shall be made in accordance with the drawings,
specifications and applicable standards. Should a conflict occur between the drawings and specifications, the
specifications shall prevail.

IV. EXCLUSIONS:
The work listed below shall be provided by others, or under other sections of the specification:
1) 120 VAC or 240 VAC power supply to the Carbon Dioxide system control panel
2) Interlock wiring and conduit for shutdown of HVAC, dampers, and/or electric power supplies, relays or
shunt trip breakers
3) Connection to local or remote fire alarm systems, or listed central alarm station(s)

V. QUALITY ASSURANCE:
A) SUPPLIER:
1) The supplier of the Fike Carbon Dioxide Suppression System hardware and detection components
shall have a minimum of 10 years experience in the design and manufacture of similar types of
suppression systems and who can refer to similar installations providing satisfactory service.
2) The name of the supplier, part numbers and serial numbers should appear on all major components.
3) All devices, components and equipment shall be the products of the same supplier.
4) All devices, components and equipment shall be new, standard products of the suppliers latest
design, and suitable to perform the functions and tasks intended.
5) All devices and equipment shall be U.L listed and/or FM approved.

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B) INSTALLER:
1) The installing contractor shall be trained by Fike to design, install, test and maintain the Fike Carbon
Dioxide Suppression Systems.
2) Whenever possible, the installing contractor shall employ a NICET certified special hazard designer,
level 2 or above, who will be responsible for this project.
3) The installing contractor shall be an experienced firm regularly engaged in the installation of
automatic Carbon Dioxide Clean Agent, or similar, fire suppression systems in strict accordance with
all applicable standards.
4) The installing contractor must have a minimum of five (5) years experience in the design, installation
and testing of Carbon Dioxide Clean Agent, or similar, fire suppression systems. A list of systems of
a similar nature and scope shall be provided, on request.
5) The installing contractor shall show evidence that his company carries a minimum $2,000,000.00
liability and completed operations insurance policy. These limits shall supersede limits required in the
general terms and conditions of the specifications.
6) The installing contractor shall maintain, or have access to, a Carbon Dioxide Clean Agent recharging
station. The installing contractor shall provide proof of his ability to recharge the largest Carbon
Dioxide Clean Agent system within 24 hours after a discharge. Include the amount of Carbon Dioxide
bulk agent storage available.
7) The installing contractor shall be an authorized stocking distributor of the Fike Carbon Dioxide Clean
Agent system equipment so that immediate replacement parts are available from inventory.
8) The installing contractor shall show proof of emergency service available on a twenty-four hour,
seven-day a week basis. Service personnel shall be available for emergency service response at all
times.

C) SUBMITTALS:
1) The installing contractor shall submit the following design information and drawings for approval prior
to starting work on this project:
a) Field installation layout drawings having a scale of not less than 1/8” = 1’-0”, or 1:100m, detailing
the location of all CO2 cylinders, manifold arrangement, pipe runs including pipe sizes and
lengths, control panel(s), detectors, manual pull stations, abort stations, audible and visual
alarms, etc.
b) Layout drawings shall provide a piping isometric drawing detailing manifold and piping system
hydraulic node points.
c) Auxiliary details and information such as maintenance panels, door holders, special sealing
requirements and equipment shutdowns.
d) Separate drawings, shall be provided for each Carbon Dioxide design and/or hazard space, and
for the mechanical and electrical work.
e) A separate layout, or drawing, shall show isometric details of agent storage containers, mounting,
and anchoring details.
f) Electrical layout drawings shall show the location of all devices and include point-to-point conduit
runs with the proposed number of wires to be contained in each so noted.
g) Provide an internal control panel wiring diagram which shall include power supply requirements
and field wiring termination points.
h) Graphic Annunciator wiring schematics and dimensioned display panel illustration shall be
provided. (Optional device)

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i) Complete hydraulic flow calculations shall be provided for all engineered systems utilizing the
latest version of the equipment manufacturer’s flow calculation program. The individual sections
of pipe and each fitting to be used, as shown on the isometrics, must be identified and included in
the calculation. Total agent discharge time must be shown and nozzle code numbers listed for
final nozzle fabrication.
j) Provide calculations for the battery stand-by power supply, taking into consideration the power
requirements of all alarms, initiating devices and auxiliary components under full load conditions.
k) A complete sequence of operation shall be submitted detailing all alarm devices, shutdown
functions, remote signaling, damper operation, time delay and agent discharge for each zone or
system.
2) Submit drawings, calculations and system component data sheets for approval to the local Fire
Prevention Agency, owners Insurance Underwriter and all other Authorities Having Jurisdiction before
starting installation. Submit approved plans to the Architect/Engineer for record.

SECTION 2 – SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

I. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION:
A) The system shall be a Carbon Dioxide Clean Agent Fire Suppression System manufactured by Fike and
supplied through an authorized and trained sales outlet. Systems shall be designed in accordance with
the manufacturer's guidelines.
B) The Carbon Dioxide Suppression System provided shall conform to one of the following design criteria:
1) Total Flood / Surface Fire Minimum design concentration - 34%
2) Total Flood / Deep Seated Fire Minimum design concentration - 50%
3) Local Application - Rate-by-Area Minimum design - Based on nozzle flow rate
4) Local Application - Rate-by-Volume Minimum design - 1 lb./ ft3/ min. (16kg/ m3/ min.)
5) A combination of system designs from above
NOTE: It shall be the responsibility of the Fire Protection Engineer, or system designer, to select and apply the
appropriate design criteria for the hazard(s) covered under this specification.
C) The system shall be complete in all ways. It shall include all mechanical and electrical installation, all
detection and control equipment, agent storage cylinders with agent, system actuation equipment,
discharge nozzles, pipe and fittings, manual release and abort stations, audible and visual alarm devices,
auxiliary devices and controls, shutdowns, alarm interface, caution/ advisory signs, functional checkout
and testing, training and all other operations necessary for a functional U.L. Listed and/or F.M. Approved
Carbon Dioxide Clean Agent Fire Suppression system.
The system design, for a specific hazard, shall conform to all applicable requirements of NFPA 12, latest
edition, and the Fike “Carbon Dioxide System Design Manual”, P/N C06-018, to provide the following:
1) Hazard Volume – ft3 or m3
2) Agent quantity adjustment for:
a) Fuel conversion factor
b) High or low temperature adjustment
c) Ventilation – No shutdown capability
d) Uncloseable openings
3) Discharge duration
4) Minimum system flow rate
5) Nozzle quantity and flow rate in lbs. / kg per minute

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6) Carbon Dioxide agent required

7) Number and size of Carbon Dioxide cylinders provided
D) Provide two (2) inspections during the first year of service. Inspections shall be made at 6 month intervals
commencing when the system is first placed into normal service.
E) The general contractor shall be responsible for sealing and securing the protected spaces against agent
loss or leakage during the required "hold" period (Total Flood applications only).
F) The system(s) shall be actuated by ionization, photoelectric, or thermal detectors installed at spacings as
detailed in NFPA 72 (latest edition), in both the room, underfloor and above ceiling (if required) protected
spaces. Fike recommends detector spacing of 250 ft2 (23.2 m2) per detector (Ion. or P/E) and 400 ft2 (37
m2) for thermal detectors. These values may need to be reduced or adjusted for high airflow/velocity
applications and/or ceiling height.
G) Detectors shall be wired in Sequential detection method of operation, standard Cross-Zoned detection, or
single detector release using either the Class "A" or Class "B" wiring arrangement. No other detection /
wiring arrangements will be acceptable.
H) Automatic operation of each protected area shall be as follows:
1) Actuation of one (1) detector, within the system, shall:
a) Illuminate the "ALARM" LED on the control panel face.
b) Energize an alarm bell and an optional visual indicator.
c) Transfer sets of auxiliary contacts which can perform auxiliary system functions such as:
(1) Operate door holder / closures on access doors.
(2) Transmit a signal to a fire alarm system.
(3) Shutdown HVAC equipment.
d) Light an individual LED on a graphic annunciator panel (optional).
2) Actuation of a 2nd detector, within the system, shall:
a) Illuminate the "PREDISCHARGE" LED on the control panel face.
b) Energize a “PREDISCHARGE” horn, bell, or horn/strobe device.
c) Shut down the HVAC system and/or close dampers.
d) Start time-delay sequence (Not to exceed 30 seconds).
e) Light an individual lamp on a graphic annunciator panel (optional).
3) After completion of the time-delay sequence, the Carbon Dioxide Clean Agent system shall discharge
and the following shall occur:
a) Illuminate a "RELEASE" LED on the control panel face.
b) Shutdown of all power to high-voltage equipment.
c) Energize a visual indicator outside the hazard in which the discharge occurred.
d) Energize a "SYSTEM RELEASE" audible device. (Optional)
4) The system shall be capable of being actuated by electric/manual discharge devices located at each
hazard exit. Operation of a manual device shall duplicate the detection sequence described above,
except that the time delay function SHALL be bypassed. The manual discharge station shall be of
the electrical actuation type and shall be supervised by the main control panel.
5) The system shall also be capable of being “Manually Actuated” at the cylinder location via the manual
actuation provision provided with each “Master” cylinder actuation package, P/N C85-113 or C85-114.
Providing a Pressure switch, P/N C70-202 (standard), or P/N CO2-1231 (explosion proof), wired into

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the manual actuation circuit of the control panel, will insure that all the system’s auxiliary functions
operate as required should the system be actuated from the cylinder location. A connecting link
assembly, P/N C70-228, must be provided on systems having two (2) “Master” valves, to link the
valves together insuring the simultaneous actuation of both cylinders.

II. MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT:

A) General Requirements:
The Fike Carbon Dioxide Clean Agent System materials and equipment shall be standard products of the
supplier's latest design and suitable to perform the functions intended. When one or more pieces of
equipment must perform the same functions, they shall be duplicates produced by one manufacturer.
1) All devices and equipment shall be U.L Listed and/or FM approved.

B) Carbon Dioxide Storage and Distribution:

Each system shall have its own supply of agent or from a common agent supply protecting multiple
enclosures with selector valves.
1) Each supply shall be located as near as possible to the hazard area to reduce the amount of pipe and
fittings required to install the system.
2) The Carbon Dioxide agent shall be stored in FIKE P/N C70-XXX Series Agent Storage cylinders.
Cylinders shall be of seamless steel construction, tested and marked in accordance with all
Department of Transportation (DOT) specifications for 3AA steel cylinders.
3) Fike Carbon Dioxide cylinders shall have a red enamel or red epoxy finish. They are available in
capacities of 50 lb. (22.7 kg), 75 lb. (34 kg), and 100 lb. (45.4 kg). Variable weight filling of Carbon
Dioxide cylinders is “NOT” allowed.
4) Fike Carbon Dioxide Cylinders are equipped with a pressure differential valve machined from a brass
forging with stainless steel trim and components and provided with a siphon tube to completely
discharge the contents of the cylinder.
5) Each Fike Carbon Dioxide cylinder has a fill weight charged pressure of 850 psi @ 70 F. (5861 kPa
@ 21C).
6) Each cylinder valve shall have a pressure relief provision that automatically operates when the
internal cylinder pressure reaches 2,650-3,000 psi (18,269-20,682 kPa) Fike Carbon Dioxide
cylinders can be stored in an ambient temperature range of 32 to 130F (0 to 54.4C) for Local
Application system designs and 0 to 130 F (-17.8 to 54.4C) for Total Flood system designs.
7) Each cylinder shall have an identification label securely attached which contains the cylinder serial
number, empty/full weights, cylinder part number, and listing information.
8) Each cylinder must be provided with a maintenance record card and safety/shipping cap.
9) Cylinder straps shall be supplied for all single cylinder systems as a minimum.
10) Cylinder racking shall be supplied for multiple cylinder systems. Racking shall be available in single
row, double row and back-to-back arrangements. Provisions for weighing the cylinders in place shall
be made available as an option for all racking configurations.
11) Check valves shall be provided on all systems utilizing a connected reserve supply. This prevents
the reserve bank of cylinders from being activated when the main bank discharges. The check valve
shall be constructed of [brass] [stainless steel] and capable of withstanding pressures of up to 5,000
psi. The check valve shall be of an “inline flow” design for minimal flow restriction during discharge.

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12) Engineered Discharge Nozzle(s) shall be provided, within the manufacturer’s guidelines, to distribute
the agent throughout the protected spaces for Total Flood applications or to direct the agent on the
hazard for Local Application applications. The nozzles shall be FIKE P/N C80-XXX-XXXX designed
to provide proper agent quantity and distribution. Nozzles shall be available with ½” NPT threads.
Orifice size to be determined by a computerized hydraulic calculation based on flow rate and the
system design requirements. Nozzles to be constructed of natural brass or zinc plated aluminium for
maximum corrosion resistance. Nozzles to be equipped with flange mounting kits and sealing discs
where necessary.
13) Distribution Piping to meet the requirements of ASTM [A53] [A106] specifications. Distribution piping
up to ¾ in. diameter shall be Schedule 40 seamless steel [black] [galvanized] pipe. Distribution
piping larger than ¾ in. diameter shall be Schedule 80 seamless steel [black] [galvanized] pipe. For
pipe sizes up to 2 in. diameter, Class 300 [malleable] [ductile] iron fittings shall be used. For pipe
larger than 2 in. diameter, IPS and forged steel fittings shall be used.
14) Discharge Pressure Switch, P/N C70-202 or C02-1231shall be installed in the piping network, before
the Lock-out valve, to provide a positive pneumatic confirmation to the control / releasing panel that
the CO2 has been discharged manually, this switch provides to input to the control system needed to
activate various audio/visual warning devices and auxiliary relays that would not be activated
otherwise.
15) When a Carbon Dioxide system (Total Flood and/or Local Application) is installed where the
discharge of the Carbon Dioxide agent will expose personnel to hazardous concentration of CO 2 the
following items shall be provided:
a) Lock-out (Stop / Maintenance) Valve P/N C02-12XX is used to prevent discharge of CO 2 agent
from the system while the system is “Locked out” for maintenance or other purposes. The system
control panel shall supervise the valve’s position providing a trouble signal when in the closed
and locked position.
b) Pneumatic Time Delay P/N C70-23X is used pneumatically delay the discharge of CO 2 agent for
a specific period of time (30 or 60 seconds). This delay is primarily intended to allow personnel
time to leave the protected area; even if the system is discharged manually and also allows
additional time for shutdown functions (ventilation, equipment etc.)
c) Pneumatic Pre-Discharge Alarm (Siren) P/N C02-1230 is used to warn personnel of a CO 2
system discharge before the CO2 agent discharged, this device is installed in the piping / manifold
before the Pneumatic Time Delay.
d) Olfactory Device P/N 02-9868 is used to give a distinctive odor to the discharging CO 2 agent
which serves as an indication to personnel that CO2 agent is present.

C) CONTROL PANEL
1) The control panel shall be a Cheetah Xi Control panel, P/N 10-068-X-X-X, manufactured by Fike,
Blue Springs, MO.
2) The CHEETAH Xi Control System, and its components, shall be UL listed and FM approved for clean
agent / inert gas releasing service and be suitable for Deluge and Pre-action sprinkler service.
3) The CHEETAH Xi Control System shall perform all functions necessary to operate the system
detection, actuation and auxiliary functions, as outlined.
4) The CHEETAH Xi Control System shall be capable of providing 7 Ah, 12 Ah, 18 Ah, 40 Ah, or
75 Ah of battery standby power supplies.
5) The CHEETAH Xi Control System shall be microprocessor based with hardware and software
integration designed to guarantee reliability.
6) The CHEETAH Xi Control System shall support Cross Zone, Counting Zone, Single Detector Release
and Manual Release detection/actuation methods.

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7) The CHEETAH Xi Control System shall provide the following capabilities and functions:
a) Two (2) Class B (Style Y), indicating appliance circuits rated for 2.0 amps @ 24 VDC.
b) Two (2) Signal Line Circuits, Style 4/6 (Class A/B). Communicates to up to 254 addressable
devices per circuit. Addressable devices described below.
c) Two auxiliary supply circuits rated 2A @ 24VDC, each
d) One resettable auxiliary supply circuit rated 2A @ 24 VDC.
e) Three (3) Form “C” relays, rated 2 amps @30 VDC. These relays provide alarm, trouble, and
supervisory annunciation.
f) Optional CRM4, Relay module (P/N 10-2204) provides 4 programmable contacts rated 2A @
30 VDC. CHEETAH Xi can support two (2) CRM4 modules.
g) Optional SLM, Supplemental Loop Module (P/N 10-2473) provides two additional Signal Line
Circuits, Style 4/6/7 (Class A/B). Communicates to up to 254 addressable devices per circuit.
Addressable devices described below.
h) Optional SPS, Supplemental Power Supply (P/N 10-2474-p). Operates from 120VAC, 50/60
Hz (p=1) or 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz (p=2). Increases CHEETAH Xi’s external normal standby current
from 2.0A to 4.0A and CHEETAH Xi’s external alarm current from 6.0A to 12.0 A. Provides two
(2) auxiliary supply circuits rated 2A @ 24 VDC, each. Supports up to 75 Ah of standby battery
capacity.
i) Ten (10) Status LEDs plus alpha-numeric display for troubleshooting: AC power; alarm;
trouble; supervisory; silence; predischarge; release; release disabled; abort and ground fault.
j) Programmable pre-discharge and discharge timers
k) Intelligent Transistor protection to prevent noise spikes and microprocessor failure from
inadvertently activating release outputs
l) Disable function to disable release outputs
m) Multiple input power source – 120 VAC or 240 VAC @ 50/60 Hz
n) 6.0 amps @ 24 VDC power supply to operate high current draw horns and strobes. Capable
of allowing expansion to 12 amps by use of optional module Supplemental Power Supply (SPS)
which also is capable of supporting 75 Ah of standby batteries.
o) Available in either Red or Gray finish

D) ADDRESSABLE DEVICES:
The CHEETAH Xi control panel shall capable of communicating to up to 254 devices per SLC circuit. All
devices are available in both non-isolator and isolator versions.
1) Photo/Photo-heat/Ion/Thermal Sensors
a) The sensors shall be spaced and installed in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications
and the guidelines of NFPA 72 current edition.
b) The Photoelectric sensor shall be a FIKE P/N 63-1052 or 63-1058.
c) The Photo/Heat sensor shall be a FIKE P/N 63-1053 or 63-1059
d) The Ionization detector shall be a FIKE P/N 67-033 or 67-034.
e) The Thermal detector shall be a FIKE P/N 60-1039 or 60-1040.
f) All detectors shall be supported by 4” base 63-1055 or 63-1061 or 6” base 63-1054 or 63-
1060.

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2) Releasing Module (RM)

a) The RM, FIKE P/N 55-052 or 55-053, shall be capable of supporting up to 2.0A @ 24 VDC
of releasing current
b) The RM shall be capable of operating in one of two modes; connection to a single compatible
solenoid or connection to, up to, six (6) agent release modules (ARM) FIKE P/N 10-1832.
3) Supervised Control Module (SCM)
a) The SCM, FIKE P/N 55-042 or 55-047, shall be capable of supplying up to 2.0A @ 24 VDC of
supervised output current for connection to compatible bells, horns, strobes, etc.
4) Relay Module (RM)
a) The RM, FIKE P/N 55-043 or 55-048, shall be capable function programmable by the
CHEETAH Xi control panel. Each contact shall be capable of switching up to 2A @ 30 VDC.
5) Monitor Module (MM)
a) The MM, FIKE P/N’s 55-045, 55-050, 55-041 and 55–046 capable of Class A contract
wiring shall be functionally identical, the only difference between the four models being the
isolation option and mounting/packaging.
b) The MM shall monitor normally open or normally closed contacts and shall be programmed
for a variety of input types as defined in the CHEETAH Xi programming. Also capable of short
circuit detection with 14K series resistor.
6) Intelligent Pull Station
a) The intelligent pull station, FIKE P/N 20-1063 or 20-1064 shall be an intelligent input module that
is activated through dual-action, pushing in and pulling down as instructed.
7) Intelligent Duct Sensor and Housing
a) The intelligent duct sensor, FIKE P/N 63-1057 or 63-1062 with the housing P/N being P/N 63-
1056. The duct sensor provides connection to standard remote accessories and also provides a
relay contact output that transfers upon activation of the duct sensor. Sampling tubes are
available in four different lengths 1.5, 3.0, 5.0 and 10.0.

E) MANUAL RELEASE (Electric):

The electric manual release switch shall be a dual action device which provides a means of manually
discharging the system when used in conjunction with the FIKE Cheetah Xi Control System.
1) The Manual Release switch shall be a FIKE P/N 10-1638 or a Manual Pull station, P/N 02-3710.
2) The Manual Release switch or Manual Pull station shall be a dual action device requiring two distinct
operations to initiate a system actuation.
3) Manual actuation shall bypass the time delay function, causing the system to discharge and shall
cause all release and shutdown devices to operate in the same manner as if the system had operated
automatically.
4) A Manual Release or Manual Pull switch shall be located at each exit from the protected hazard and
shall have an advisory sign, FIKE P/N 02-10312, provided at each location.
5) The Manual Release or Manual Pull station shall be connected to a MM which is programmed for the
intended function.

F) ABORT STATION (Switch):

Abort Station (switch) shall be “NOT” used on a Carbon Dioxide system that must conform to NFPA 12.

G) AUDIBLE and VISUAL ALARMS:

Alarm audible and visual signal devices shall operate from the Cheetah Xi Control Panel.

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1) The Alarm Bell, Alarm Horn and Horn/Strobe devices shall be FIKE P/N’s 20-XXX, or equal in quality,
performance and features. A label shall be attached to the strobe lens when required.
2) The visual alarm unit shall be a FIKE P/N 20-XXX Vertical Strobe device, or equal in quality,
performance and features. A label shall be attached to the strobe lens when required.
3) A Strobe device shall be placed outside, and above, each exit door from the protected space.
Provide an advisory sign, FIKE P/N 02-10313, at each light location.

H) CAUTION and ADVISORY SIGNS:

Provide signs, as required, to comply with NFPA 12 and the recommendations of the equipment supplier:
1) P/N C70-1032 - Warning Sign / Manual Actuation (Locate at cylinders)
2) P/N C70-1033 - Warning Sign / Operation of Manual Lever (Locate at cylinders)
3) P/N C70-1034 - Caution Sign / Vacate Immediately (Nearby space)
4) P/N C70-1035 - Warning Sign / Vacate Immediately (Inside room)
5) P/N C70-1081 - Warning Sign / Do Not Enter (Outside of Door(s) into Hazard Space)

I) AUXILIARY PANELS: (Optional)

1) A Graphic Annunciator panel will be mounted adjacent to the Cheetah Xi control panel. The graphic
annunciator shall show a scale layout of the protected area(s) and have indicator LEDs to locate each
system detector and/or other system components. The panel shall have a lamp test switch located on
the panel face. Other panel options shall be available.
Scale shall not be less than 1/8” = 1’-0” (1:100 m).

J) SYSTEM and CONTROL WIRING:

1) All system wiring shall be furnished and installed by the contractor.
2) All wiring shall be installed in electrical metallic tubing (EMT), or conduit, and must be installed and
kept separate from all other building wiring.
3) All system components shall be securely supported independent of the wiring. Runs of conduit and
wiring shall be straight, neatly arranged, properly supported, installed parallel and perpendicular to
walls and partitions.
4) The sizes of the conductors shall be those specified by the manufacturer. Color coded wire shall be
used. All wires shall be tagged at all junction points and shall be free from shorts, earth connections
(unless so noted on the system drawings), and crosses between conductors. Final terminations
between the Cheetah Xi control panel and the system field wiring shall be made under the direct
supervision of a factory trained representative.
5) All wiring shall be installed by qualified individuals, in a neat and workmanlike manner, to conform to
the National Electrical Code, Article 725, and Article 760, except as otherwise permitted for limited
energy circuits, as described in NFPA 72 current edition. Wiring installation shall meet all local, state,
province and/or country codes.
6) The complete system electrical installation, and all auxiliary components, shall be connected to earth
ground in accordance with the National Electrical Code.

K) SYSTEM INSPECTION and CHECKOUT:

After the system installation has been completed, the entire system shall be checked out, inspected and
functionally tested by qualified, trained personnel, in accordance with the manufacturer's recommended
procedures and NFPA standards.

1) All cylinders and distribution piping shall be checked for proper mounting and installation.

2) All electrical wiring shall be tested for proper connection, continuity and resistance to earth.

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3) The complete system shall be functionally tested, in the presence of the owner or his representative,
and all functions, including system and equipment interlocks, must be operational at least five (5)
days prior to the final acceptance tests.

a) Each detector shall be tested in accordance with the manufacturers recommended procedures,
and test values recorded.

b) All system and equipment interlocks, such as door release devices, audible and visual devices,
equipment shutdowns, local and remote alarms, etc. shall function as required and designed.

c) Each Cheetah Xi control panel circuit shall be tested for trouble by inducing a trouble condition
into the system.

M) TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
Prior to final acceptance, the installing contractor shall provide operational training to each shift of the
owners personnel. Each training session shall include system Cheetah Xi Control Panel operation,
manual and (optional) abort functions, trouble procedures, supervisory procedures, auxiliary functions and
emergency procedures.

N) OPERATION and MAINTENANCE:

Prior to final acceptance, the installing contractor shall provide complete operation and maintenance
instruction manuals, four (4) copies for each system, to the owner. All aspects of system operation and
maintenance shall be detailed, including piping isometrics, wiring diagrams of all circuits, a written
description of the system design, sequence of operation and drawing(s) illustrating control logic and
equipment used in the system. Checklists and procedures for emergency situations, troubleshooting
techniques, maintenance operations and procedures shall be included in the manual.

O) AS-BUILT DRAWINGS:
Upon completion of each system, the installing contractor shall provide four (4) copies of system "As-
Built" drawings to the owner. The drawings shall show actual installation details including all equipment
locations (i.e.: control panel(s), agent cylinder(s), detectors, alarms, manuals and aborts, etc.) as well as
piping and conduit routing details. Show all room or facilities modifications, including door and/or damper
installations completed. One (1) copy of reproducible engineering drawings shall be provided reflecting
all actual installation details.

P) ACCEPTANCE TESTS:
1) At the time "As-Built" drawings and maintenance/operations manuals are submitted, the installing
contractor shall submit a "Test Plan" describing procedures to be used to test the control system(s).
The Test Plan shall include a step-by-step description of all tests to be performed and shall indicate
the type and location of test apparatus to be employed. The tests shall demonstrate that the
operational and installation requirements of this specification have been met. All tests shall be
conducted in the presence of the owner and shall not be conducted until the Test Plan has been
approved.
2) The tests shall demonstrate that the entire control system functions as designed and intended. All
circuits shall be tested: automatic actuation, solenoid and manual actuation, HVAC and power
shutdowns, audible and visual alarm devices and manual override of abort functions. Supervision of
all panel circuits, including AC power and battery power supplies, shall be tested and qualified.
3) A room pressurization test shall be conducted, in each protected space, to determine the presence of
openings, which would affect the agent system concentration levels. The test(s) shall be conducted
using the Retro-Tec Corp. Door Fan system, or equivalent, with integrated computer program. All
testing shall be in accordance with NFPA 2001, current edition.

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4) If room pressurization testing indicates that openings exist which would result in leakage and/or loss
of the extinguishing agent, the installing contractor shall be responsible for coordinating the proper
sealing of the protected space(s) by the general contractor or his sub-contractor or agent. The
general contractor shall be responsible for adequately sealing all protected space(s) against agent
loss or leakage. The installing contractor shall inspect all work to ascertain that the protected space(s)
have been adequately and properly sealed.
THE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM INSTALLING CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE
SUCCESS OF THE ROOM PRESSURIZATION TESTS.
5) If the first room pressurization test is not successful, in accordance with these specifications, the
installing contractor shall direct the general contractor to determine, and correct, the cause of the test
failure. The installing contractor shall conduct additional room pressurization tests, at no additional
cost to the owner, until a successful test is obtained. Copies of successful test results shall be
submitted to the owner for record.
6) Upon the successful completion of the room integrity testing, the installing contractor shall conduct a
full discharge test of the Fike Carbon Dioxide Suppression System(s) installed, as outlined in
NFPA 12, current edition.
7) When conducting a discharge test in a Total Flood application, a 3 point concentration test strip
recorder should be used to provide a record of CO2 concentration and hold times.
8) Upon acceptance by the owner, the completed system(s) shall be placed into service.

Q) SYSTEM INSPECTIONS:
1) The installing contractor shall provide two (2) inspections of each system, installed under this
contract, during the one-year warranty period. The first inspection shall be at the six month interval,
and the second inspection at the 12 month interval, after system acceptance. Inspections shall be
conducted in accordance with the manufacturer's guidelines, and the recommendations of NFPA 12.
2) Documents certifying satisfactory system(s) operation shall be submitted to the owner upon
completion of each inspection.

R) WARRANTY:
All Fike system components furnished, and installed under this contract, shall be guaranteed against
defects in design, materials and workmanship for the full warranty period which is standard with the
manufacturer, but in no case less than one (1) year from the date of system acceptance.

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