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Section 283101
Addressable Fire�Alarm System
PART 1 � GENERAL
A. Section Includes:
1. System smoke detectors.
2. Notification appliances.
1.02 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
B. Section 23 33 00 �Ductwork Accessories.
C. Section 26 05 00 � Basic Electrical Requirements.
D. Section 26 05 30 – Conduit.
E. Section 26 05 29 � Supporting Devices.
F. Section 26 05 53 – Identification for Electrical Systems
G. Section 28 05 00 – Electronic Safety and Security System Electrical Requirements.
H. Section 28 05 01 – Basic Electronic Safety and Security System Requirements.
1.03 REFERENCES
A. Review the Drawings and all sections of the Specifications for equipment furnished by
other Contractors and the Owner throughout the entire project.
B. See references noted in Specification Section 26 05 00, Paragraph 1.03.
C. EIA RS�232C.
D. 675 IAC 13�2.3�131 � 1998 Indiana Building Code, Chapter 11 � Accessibility.
E. NFPA 70 � National Electrical Code, Article 760.
F. NFPA 72 � National Fire Alarm Code.
G. NFPA 90A � Air Conditioning and Ventilating Systems.
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1.04 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
A. All items of the fire alarm system shall be listed as a product of a single fire alarm system
manufacturer under the appropriate category by the Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. (UL),
and shall bear the UL label. All control equipment shall be listed under UL category UOJZ
as a single control unit. Partial listing shall not be acceptable.
B. In addition to the UL�UOJZ requirement listed above, the system controls shall be UL
listed for power�limited applications per NFPA 70, Article 760. All circuits must be
marked in accordance with NFPA 70, Article 760.23.
1.05 DEFINITIONS
A. LED: Light�emitting diode.
B. NICET: National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies.
1.06 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit shop drawings and product data under provisions of Division 01 and Section 26 05
00.
B. Submit complete descriptive data indicating UL listing for all system components.
C. Submit complete sequence of operations of system.
D. Submit rough�in drawings containing 1/8" = 1'�0" scale drawings of Architect's building
floor plans indicating all conduit sizes and runs, quantity and types of cables, equipment
locations, visual device strobe output candela rating for each device, system riser diagram,
and any other special details required to coordinate the work.
E. These rough�in drawings shall be separate from general power and light, or other shop
drawing, and are to show symbols, wiring, details and notes applicable only to the fire
alarm system.
F. All drawings shall be revised to “As�Built” status at the project completion. All drawings
must be drawn on a CAD system. Hand drawn or scanned copies of drawings are not
acceptable. Drawings must be submitted as electronic drawing files in AutoCAD 2000
format on CD�ROM. File that are not editable (DWF, etc.) or in other formats (DXF, etc.)
are not acceptable. Each project drawing shall be submitted as a separate drawing file.
Zipped files containing multiple drawings are not acceptable.
G. General Submittal Requirements:
1. Shop Drawings shall be prepared by persons with the following qualifications:
a. Trained and certified by manufacturer in fire�alarm system design.
b. NICET�certified fire�alarm technician, Level III minimum.
c. Licensed or certified by authorities having jurisdiction.
H. Product Data: For each type of product indicated.
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I. Shop Drawings: For fire�alarm system. Include plans, elevations, sections, details, and
attachments to other work.
1. Comply with recommendations in the "Documentation" Section of the
"Fundamentals of Fire Alarm Systems" Chapter in NFPA 72.
2. Include voltage drop calculations for notification appliance circuits.
3. Include battery�size calculations.
4. Include performance parameters and installation details for each detector, verifying
that each detector is listed for complete range of air velocity, temperature, and
humidity possible when air�handling system is operating.
5. Include plans, sections, and elevations of heating, ventilating, and air�conditioning
ducts, drawn to scale and coordinating installation of duct smoke detectors and
access to them. Show critical dimensions that relate to placement and support of
sampling tubes, detector housing, and remote status and alarm indicators. Locate
detectors according to manufacturer's written recommendations.
6. Include voice/alarm signaling�service equipment rack or console layout, grounding
schematic, amplifier power calculation, and single�line connection diagram.
7. Include 1/8” = 1’� 0” scale floor plans to indicate final outlet locations showing
address of each addressable device. Show size and route of cable and conduits.
J. Qualification Data: For qualified Installer.
1. Technicians shall be factory�authorized technicians.
2. Technicians shall be NICET certified.
3. Installer shall have not less than 5 years experience with the manufacturer’s
product line, and not less than 5 years experience in projects of similar scope to this
project.
K. Field quality�control reports.
L. Operation and Maintenance Data: For fire�alarm systems and components to include in
emergency, operation, and maintenance manuals. In addition to items specified in
Division 01 Section "Operation and Maintenance Data," include the following:
1. Comply with the "Records" Section of the "Inspection, Testing and Maintenance"
Chapter in NFPA 72.
2. Provide "Record of Completion Documents" according to NFPA 72 article
"Permanent Records" in the "Records" Section of the "Inspection, Testing and
Maintenance" Chapter.
3. Record copy of site�specific software.
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4. Provide "Maintenance, Inspection and Testing Records" according to NFPA 72
article of the same name and include the following:
a. Frequency of testing of installed components.
b. Frequency of inspection of installed components.
c. Requirements and recommendations related to results of maintenance.
d. Manufacturer's user training manuals.
5. Manufacturer's required maintenance related to system warranty requirements.
6. Abbreviated operating instructions for mounting at fire�alarm control unit.
1.07 SCOPE OF WORK
A. Extension of Existing Fire Alarm System:
1. Extend the existing fire alarm system. Extend all features and functions of the
existing system to the new and renovated areas of the building.
2. Provide all necessary material and labor to furnish, install, and leave the system in
first class operating condition.
3. Assure that all new equipment connected to the existing system is compatible and
will operate properly with the existing fire alarm system.
4. Keep the existing fire alarm system operational at all times during the project,
except for approved shutdowns required for the indicated Work:
a. Notify the local fire department prior to any disruption.
b. Make all system changes or shutdowns so as to provide minimum of
interference with the operation of facility. Notify the Owner not less than
24 hours in advance of a shutdown/changeover and obtain approval from
the Owner and Architect/Construction Manager.
5. The extension of the existing system shall include, but is not limited to, the
following:
a. Automatic fire detectors.
b. Audio/visual units.
c. Visual only units.
d. All wiring, connections to devices, outlet boxes, and all other necessary
material for a complete operating system.
B. Noncoded UL�Listed addressable system, with automatic sensitivity control of certain
smoke detectors and multiplexed signal transmission, dedicated to fire�alarm service only.
1.08 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. Connection to kitchen hood fire�suppression system for system alarm initiation. The
kitchen hood fire�suppression systems shall shut down any gas supply for cooking.
B. Connection and operation under system alarm condition to shut�off valves for gas and fuel
oil supplies that serve or pass through student�occupied spaces. The system shall not shut
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off gas supplies serving emergency power sources. The kitchen hood fire�suppression
systems shall shut down any gas supply for cooking.
1.09 SYSTEM ALARM OPERATION
A. Alarm Activation: The system alarm operation subsequent to the alarm activation of any
manual station, or automatic detection device , or sprinkler flow switch activation shall be
as follows:
1. Signal Synchronization:
a. All audible alarm indicating appliances shall sound in a synchronized
temporal pattern alarm signal until silenced by the alarm silence switch at
the control panel or at the remote annunciator.
b. All visual alarm strobes shall operate in a continuous and synchronized
pattern until extinguished by total system reset. All visual alarm strobes
shall be synchronized as one pattern throughout the building.
2. Activation of alarm silence shall not extinguish visual alarms. All visual alarms
shall remain operating when audible alarms are silenced.
3. The audible alarms shall be automatically silenced after 15 minutes of alarm
operation.
4. Shut down building air handling systems in the zone affected. Upon total reset of
the fire alarm control panel, the air handling units shall sequentially start up to
minimize power demand. Coordinate with Temperature Control Trades and
provide separate contact closure from fire alarm system to building automation
system to signal total reset of the fire alarm system control panel.
5. Activate a digital alarm communicator transmitter (DACT) for notification of alarm
and trouble conditions to the designated monitoring service.
B. Subsequent Alarm: Any subsequent alarm activation shall reactivate the alarm indicating
appliances as specified above.
C. Identify alarm at fire�alarm control unit and remote annunciators.
1.10 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Installer Qualifications: Personnel shall be trained and certified by manufacturer for
installation of units required for this Project.
B. Installer Qualifications: Installation shall be by personnel certified by NICET as fire�alarm
Level II technician.
C. Source Limitations for Fire�Alarm System and Components: Obtain fire�alarm system
from single source from single manufacturer. Components shall be compatible with, and
operate as, an extension of existing system.
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D. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in
NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
1.11 PROJECT CONDITIONS
A. Interruption of Existing Fire�Alarm Service: Do not interrupt fire�alarm service to facilities
occupied by Owner or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only
after arranging to provide temporary guard service according to requirements indicated:
1. Notify Architect no fewer than two days in advance of proposed interruption of
fire�alarm service.
2. Do not proceed with interruption of fire�alarm service without Architect's written
permission.
B. Installer Qualifications: Personnel shall be trained and certified by manufacturer for
installation of units required for this Project.
1.12 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING
A. Existing Fire�Alarm Equipment: Maintain existing equipment fully operational until new
equipment has been tested and accepted. As new equipment is installed, label it "NOT IN
SERVICE" until it is accepted. Remove labels from new equipment when put into service
and label existing fire�alarm equipment "NOT IN SERVICE" until removed from the
building.
1.13 WARRANTY
A. Provide warranty under the provisions of Division 01.
PART 2 � PRODUCTS
2.01 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS
A. Match existing.
2.02 NOTIFICATION APPLIANCE CIRCUIT (NAC) EXTENDER PANELS
A. Provide notification appliance circuit extender panels or remote booster power supply
panels as needed to serve all fire alarm system audible and visual notification appliances.
Provide panels with battery back�up.
B. Panel Power and Battery Back�Up.
1. Normal Power: Panel shall operate from 120 VAC power circuit under normal
conditions.
2. Battery Back�Up: Upon loss of the 120 VAC power circuit for the panel, the panel
shall automatically transfer to and operate from integral standby battery supply.
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Provide sealed type rechargeable battery supply for the panel with sufficient
additional capacity to operate the entire system, including all panels, detectors,
remote annunciators, and accessories, in a normal supervisory mode for a period of
24 hours with at least 5 minutes of alarm operation at the end of this period. The
system shall automatically transfer to the standby batteries upon power failure. All
battery charging and recharging operations shall be integral and automatic.
2.03 ADDRESSABLE PERIPHERAL DEVICES
A. Area Detectors:
1. Sensors: The sensors shall be of the heat or photoelectric smoke type and shall
communicate actual chamber values to the system control panel. The smoke
sensors and bases shall be listed to UL Standard 268 and documented compatible
with the control equipment to which they are connected. The sensors shall be listed
for both ceiling and wall mount applications. There shall be no limit to number of
sensors, stations or zone adaptor modules that may be activated or "in Alarm"
simultaneously.
2. Photoelectric Smoke Sensor Head:
a. The sensor shall be of the solid�state photoelectric type, shall operate on
the light scattering, photodiode principle, and shall contain no radioactive
material. The sensor shall use a pulsed infrared LED light source designed
to ignore invisible particles or smoke densities that are below the factory
set point, and be sealed against rear airflow entry. To minimize nuisance
alarms, detectors shall have a built�in insect screen.
b. The photoelectric type sensor shall be a plug�in unit that mounts to a
twist�lock base that is common with both the photoelectric smoke and heat
type sensor and shall be compatible with other addressable detectors,
addressable manual stations, and addressable zone adaptor modules on the
same circuit.
3. Addressable Sensor Bases: Sensor bases shall be compatible with all sensors.
Each base shall be capable of communicating sensor values to the panel if a "wrong
device type" trouble condition is present. The panel shall continue to monitor for
alarms and troubles using the default setting for the wrong device until the proper
type is installed or the program is changed. Each sensor base shall contain a LED
(if not part of the sensor head) that will flash each time it is scanned by the control
panel (about once every 4 seconds). When the control panel determines that a
sensor is in the alarm or trouble condition, the control panel shall command the
LED on that sensor's base to turn on steady indicating the abnormal condition.
Each sensor base shall contain a magnetically actuated test switch to provide for
easy alarm testing at the sensor location.
a. Base: Unless otherwise indicated, the sensor base shall provide
connections for sensor and annunciate power�on, alarm and trouble
conditions locally at the base.
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b. Base With Supervised Relay: Where indicated, the sensor base shall be
provided with a control relay for programmable operation. The relay shall
not take any additional addressable device capacity.
B. Duct Smoke Detector: Each duct detector shall be a complete package that includes a
solid�state photoelectric type sensor, a sensor base, a compact air duct sensor housing with
supervised output for multiple remote relays, a set of sampling tubes, a remote relay, and a
duct detector remote test station:
1. Detector and Housing: Housing and sensor shall obtain operating power from the
supervisory current in the fire alarm detection loop.
2. Sampling Tubes: Provide each duct detector with sampling tubes in accordance
with the detector manufacturer’s recommendations and instructions.
3. Remote Relays: Provide each duct detector with remote relay contacts for the
functions listed below. Relay shall operate on 24 VDC power and provide at least
one normally�open and one normally�closed set of contacts.
a. Provide each duct detector with a remote relay for shutdown of the
associated air handling unit motor starter or motor drive control circuit and
dampers as specified in this Section and in Division 23.
b. Provide each duct detector with a remote relay for signaling the building
automation system as specified in this Section and in Division 23.
4. Remote Test Station: Provide each duct detector with one remote test station.
Station shall include alarm indicator light and key test switch. Install the station on
the nearest adjacent wall to the duct detector.
C. Addressable Input/Output Modules: Modules shall be designed for flush mounting in
standard electrical outlet box and to operate on 24 VDC:
1. Monitor Module:
a. Module shall provide supervised monitor circuit(s) capable of reporting
normal, alarm and/or trouble conditions:
b. Provide monitor modules as required for conventional initiating device
circuits of the system for items such as dry contacts and direct connected
detectors.
2. Tamper Switch and Waterflow Switch Monitor Module:
a. Module shall provide supervised Class B monitoring of normally open, dry
contacts. Provide a monitor module for each sprinkler system flow switch
and each supervised control valve, including wall indicating valves and
post indicating valves.
3. Control Relay Module:
a. Module shall provide double pole/double throw contacts for control of
external appliances such as fans and dampers.
b. Provide control modules for air handling units, fans and dampers as
necessary to meet all requirements specified in the Contract Documents.
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c. Provide control modules for each elevator control panel for elevator
capture.
d. Provide each module with trim plate for outlet box mounting.
4. Signal Module:
a. Module shall provide supervised signal circuits capable of activating audio
and visual alarm signaling devices and reporting trouble conditions. Each
signal module circuit shall be individually fused at 2 amperes.
b. Provide signal modules as required to operate all audio/visual signal
devices.
2.04 SYSTEM SMOKE DETECTORS
A. General Requirements for System Smoke Detectors:
1. Comply with UL 268; operating at 24�V dc, nominal.
2. Detectors shall be two�wire intelligent�type.
3. Integral Addressable Module (Intelligent Electronics): Arranged to communicate
detector status (normal, alarm, or trouble) to fire�alarm control unit.
4. Base Mounting: Detector and associated electronic components shall be mounted
in a twist�lock module that connects to a fixed base. Provide terminals in the fixed
base for connection to building wiring.
5. Self�Restoring: Detectors do not require resetting or readjustment after actuation to
restore them to normal operation.
6. Integral Visual�Indicating Light: LED type indicating detector has operated and
communication status.
7. Remote Control: Unless otherwise indicated, detectors shall be analog�addressable
type, individually monitored at fire�alarm control unit for calibration, sensitivity,
and alarm condition and individually adjustable for sensitivity by fire�alarm control
unit.
a. Rate�of�rise temperature characteristic shall be selectable at fire�alarm
control unit for 15 or 20 deg F per minute.
b. Fixed�temperature sensing shall be independent of rate�of�rise sensing and
shall be settable at fire�alarm control unit to operate at 135 or 155 deg F.
c. Provide multiple levels of detection sensitivity for each sensor.
B. Photoelectric Smoke Detectors:
1. Detector address shall be accessible from fire�alarm control unit and shall be able
to identify the detector's location within the system and its sensitivity setting.
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2. An operator at fire�alarm control unit, having the designated access level, shall be
able to manually access the following for each detector:
a. Primary status.
b. Device type.
c. Present average value.
d. Present sensitivity selected.
e. Sensor range (normal, dirty, etc.).
C. Duct Smoke Detectors: Photoelectric type complying with UL 268A.
1. Detector address shall be accessible from fire�alarm control unit and shall be able
to identify the detector's location within the system and its sensitivity setting.
2. An operator at fire�alarm control unit, having the designated access level, shall be
able to manually access the following for each detector:
a. Primary status.
b. Device type.
c. Present average value.
d. Present sensitivity selected.
e. Sensor range (normal, dirty, etc.).
3. Weatherproof Duct Housing Enclosure: NEMA 250, Type 4X; NRTL listed for
use with the supplied detector.
4. Each sensor shall have multiple levels of detection sensitivity.
5. Sampling Tubes: Design and dimensions as recommended by manufacturer for
specific duct size, air velocity, and installation conditions where applied.
6. Relay Fan Shutdown: Rated to interrupt fan motor�control circuit.
2.05 SIGNAL NOTIFICATION APPLIANCES AND ACCESSORIES
A. General Requirements for Notification Appliances: Connected to notification appliance
signal circuits, zoned as indicated, equipped for mounting as indicated and with screw
terminals for system connections.
B. Audio/Visual Units.
1. Units shall meet minimum requirements of Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA). Units shall operate from 24 VDC, polarized. Visual units shall utilize a
Xenon strobe with a light intensity meeting ADA requirements. Unit housing shall
be red and have the word "FIRE" in readily visible in white lettering.
2. Units shall include separate wire leads for in/out wiring of the signal circuit(s) and
have the ability of the control panel silencing the audio alarm portion of the unit
and the visual portion of the unit remain flashing.
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3. Indoor Units:
a. Units shall have a minimum SPL level of 82 dBA (synchronized temporal
pattern) under UL 464 reverberant chamber test.
b. Units shall have the ability for the horns and visual strobes to be operated
in a synchronized pattern so that all strobes flash at the same time.
c. Units shall have selectable strobe outputs of 15, 30, 75 and 110 candelas.
d. Units shall be Simplex Model 4906�9127, GE Security/EST Model G1RF
Series, Notifier Model P1224MC, or approved equal.
C. Visual Units:
1. Unit shall meet minimum requirements of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Unit shall operate from 24 VDC, polarized, and utilize a Xenon strobe. Unit
housing shall be red and have the word "FIRE" in readily visible in white lettering.
2. Units shall include separate wire leads for in/out wiring of the signal circuit(s) and
have the ability of the control panel silencing the audio alarm signals while visual
units remain flashing.
3. Indoor Units:
a. Units shall have the ability for the strobes to be operated in a synchronized
pattern so that all strobes flash at the same time.
b. Units shall have selectable strobe outputs of 15, 30, 75 and 110 candelas.
D. Synchronizing Modules: Provide synchronizing modules as required to synchronize the
horns and the strobes of all audio/visual units and visual units. Module shall be as
manufactured by specified acceptable manufacturer.
E. Appliances shall comply with UL 1480 and shall be listed and labeled by an NRTL.
2.06 FIRE ALARM CABLE
A. All wiring shall be power�limited cable unless other types are required by system
manufacturer or applicable codes.
B. All wiring shall meet the requirements of the National Electrical Code and all other
applicable national, state, and local codes.
C. Plenum Rated Cabling: Where system cabling is installed without conduit or other
enclosed raceways, <or in open cable tray> in supply and return air ducts, air plenums such
as above accessible ceiling, or in risers, system cabling shall be plenum�rated.
D. Communications Wiring: Twisted and shielded #18 AWG two�conductor cable or other
cabling as recommended by the fire alarm system manufacturer. Minimum conductor size
shall be #18 AWG.
E. Notification Appliance Signal Wiring: Wiring to signaling devices, such as fire alarm
audio and visual units, shall be solid or stranded, two�conductor cable. Minimum
conductor size shall be< #16 AWG.>< #14 AWG.>.
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F. All 24 volt power wiring from control panels to zone addressable modules shall be
two�conductor cable or other cabling as recommended by the fire alarm system
manufacturer. Minimum conductor size shall be #14 AWG.
PART 3 � EXECUTION
3.01 GENERAL
A. Provide the system as indicated and in accordance with all applicable codes and the
manufacturer's recommendations. All wiring shall be installed in strict compliance with all
the provisions of NFPA 70 � Article 760, Power�Limited Protective Signaling Circuits.
B. All equipment and wiring shall be installed as directed by the manufacturer's instructions
and diagrams.
C. The manufacturer's authorized representative shall provide on�site supervision of
installation.
D. Coordinate the installation of equipment and devices that pertain to the work of other
Trades on the project with the appropriate Trade.
3.02 SYSTEM INSTALLATION
A. Comply with NFPA 72 for installation of fire�alarm equipment.
B. All equipment shall be installed at the locations and heights indicated.
C. 120 VAC Power: Provide 120 VAC power from dedicated circuits to the control panel and
any required Notification Appliance Circuit (NAC) extender panels whether or not
indicated on the Drawings.
D. Mounting Heights:
1. Mount fire alarm audio/visual units, visual units, and audible only units at 84"
(7’�0”) above finish floor to the top (80” to the bottom) or 6” below finished
ceilings, whichever is lower, to the top of the outlet boxes unless otherwise noted.
E. Area Detectors:
1. Provide area detectors at all indicated locations.
2. Notification Appliance Circuit (NAC) Extender Panels: Provide an area smoke
detector at each Notification Appliance Circuit (NAC) extender panel location
whether or not indicated on the Drawings.
F. Duct Smoke Detectors:
1. Detectors:
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a. Provide duct smoke detectors in all new fan systems that are in excess of
2,000 cubic feet per minute in accordance with NFPA 90A.
b. Provide each duct detector with sampling tubes in accordance with the
detector manufacturer’s recommendations and instructions.
c. Connect the detectors so that if smoke of sufficient concentration appears,
they will activate the fire alarm system in the same manner as manual
stations, area detectors, or other initiating device.
d. In return air ducts, install the detectors ahead of any fresh�air inlet.
e. In return air ducts, install the detectors ahead of any fresh�air inlet.
2. Remote Relays:
a. Provide each duct detector with a remote relay for shutdown of the
associated air handling unit motor starter or motor drive control circuit and
dampers as specified in this Section and in Division 23. Locate the relay
within 3 feet of the device being controlled in accordance with NPFA 72.
The Temperature Control Trade shall wire from the contacts of each
detector’s associated remote relay to the associated air handling unit motor
starter or motor drive control circuit for shutdown of the fan. This
Contractor shall furnish and install all other detector wiring for power,
alarm, trouble, etc.
b. Provide each duct detector with a remote relay for signaling the building
automation system as specified in this Section and in Division 23. Locate
the relay within 3 feet of the device being controlled in accordance with
NPFA 72. The Building Automation System contractor shall wire from
contacts of each detector’s associated remote relay to the associated air
handling unit building automation system control panel.
3. Remote Test Station: Provide each duct detector with one remote test station.
Install the station on the nearest adjacent wall to the duct detector at a height of
48 inches above the finished floor. Provide printed label on each station indicating
associated air handler and associated detector (supply or return).
4. This Contractor shall furnish and install all other detector wiring for power, alarm,
trouble, etc.
G. Audio/Visual Units and Visual Units.
1. Set the strobe output levels to 75�candela for all rooms up to a maximum
dimension of 40’ x 40’ where in compliance with applicable codes.
2. The strobe output levels may be set to 15�candela in the following rooms if their
usage meets all 1998 Indiana Building Code, Chapter 11 – Accessibility (675 IAC
13�2.3�131) requirements for strobe brightness and coverage:
a. Small toilet rooms.
b. Small internal office suite hallways.
c. Small mechanical rooms.
3. Set the strobe output levels to 110�candela strobe in all rooms exceeding 50 feet in
any direction or where required for provide coverage required by applicable codes.
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This shall include, but not be limited to, cafeterias, gymnasiums, field houses, and
auditoriums.
I. Kitchen Hood: Connect the fire alarm system to the kitchen hood fire�suppression system
for system alarm initiation. The kitchen hood fire�suppression systems shall shut down any
gas supply for cooking.
J. Gas and Fuel Shut�Off Valves: Connect the system to shut�off valves for gas and fuel oil
supplies that serve or pass through student�occupied spaces for alarm condition shut down.
3.03 CONDUIT, RACEWAYS AND WIRE AND CABLE INSTLLATION
A. All wiring shall meet the requirements of the National Electrical Code, and all national,
state, and local codes.
B. Install all fire alarm system cables as follows:
1. General: Install all system cabling in conduit, boxes, and other enclosed raceways
for system equipment and outlets unless specifically otherwise noted.
2. Above Finished Ceilings:
a. Install cables without conduit only in areas specifically indicated in the
Contract Documents and when routed concealed above accessible ceilings.
In all other locations install cables in conduit or other enclosed raceways.
b. Where cables are installed without conduit or other enclosed raceway or in
open cable tray
1) Route cables parallel or perpendicular to building lines.
2) Arrange cable runs to maintain headroom above ceiling and
present neat appearance.
3) Bundle cable runs together by system type and secure the cables to
the building structure utilizing bridle rings or cable ties of at least
30 pounds tensile strength.
4) Secure and support all cables at intervals not more than six feet
(6’�0”) and such that cables do not sag more than seven (7) inches
from any point of support.
5) Provide clearances of at least 10 feet from electrical bus duct, six
(6) feet from large motors and transformers, 12 inches from
conduit and cables used for electrical power distribution, and
6 inches from lighting fixtures that utilized ballasts (fluorescent,
high intensity discharge, etc.) to minimize electromagnetic
interference.
C. All fire alarm system cabling within building perimeters are to be installed above the
building finished floor line.
D. Provide all wiring, conduit, pull boxes, outlets, and mounting boxes required for the
installation and operation of a complete fire alarm system, as specified and described.
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E. Provide all outlets and mounting boxes required as a part of the mounting arrangement for
stations, control cabinets, and signals. These shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's
specifications.
F. This Contractor shall provide power from a dedicated 1P�20 ampere, 120�volt circuit for
fire alarm system control panel and all notification appliance circuit (NAC) extender
panels. Wiring for 120 VAC power wiring shall be #12 AWG installed in conduit.
G. Audio/visual and Visual Only Unit Cabling.
1. A single pair of conductors can be used for indicating appliance circuits where the
system provides the capability to silence audio devices without interrupting
visual/strobe operation.
2. Where audio units cannot be silenced without interrupting visual/strobe operation
provide separate pairs of conductors on indicating appliance circuits for the audio
and the visual signals as required to allow the audio units to be silenced while the
visual units remain activated.
3.04 CLEANING
A. Clean all dirt and debris from the inside and the outside of the fire alarm equipment after
completion of system installation.
3.05 PROGRAMING AND LABELING
A. Program the system to display the Owner's room numbers for each system addressable
device. Do not use the Architect’s room numbers.
B. System labeling shall utilize the Owner's room numbers.
3.06 TESTING
A. The completed fire alarm system shall be fully tested in accordance with NFPA�72 by the
Contractor in the presence of the Owner's representative, the Engineer, the Architect and
the local authority having jurisdiction, and the manufacturer's technical representative.
Upon completion of a successful test, the contractor shall so certify in writing to the Owner,
Engineer, Architect, and all authorities having jurisdiction
3.07 WARRANTY
A. Provide warranty under the provisions of Division 01.
B. The equipment manufacturer shall make available to the Owner a maintenance contract
proposal to provide a minimum of two inspections and tests per year in compliance with
NFPA 72 guidelines.
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3.08 CLOSE OUT MANUALS
A. At the completion of the project and before final payment the Electrical Contractor shall
turn over to the Owner all system keys, spare parts, manuals, as�built drawings, etc.,
required by these Specifications, and certify in writing that the Fire Alarm System has been
installed in conformance with all applicable codes and is operating properly.
3.09 CONNECTIONS
A. For fire�protection systems related to doors in fire�rated walls and partitions and to doors in
smoke partitions, comply with requirements in Division 08 Section "Door Hardware."
Connect hardware and devices to fire�alarm system.
1. Verify that hardware and devices are NRTL listed for use with fire�alarm system in
this Section before making connections.
B. Make addressable connections with a supervised interface device to the following devices
and systems. Install the interface device less than 3 feet from the device controlled. Make
an addressable confirmation connection when such feedback is available at the device or
system being controlled.
1. Alarm�initiating connection to activate emergency shutoffs for gas and fuel
supplies.
3.10 IDENTIFICATION
A. Identify system components, wiring, cabling, and terminals. Comply with requirements for
identification specified in Division 26 Section "Identification for Electrical Systems."
B. Install framed instructions in a location visible from fire�alarm control unit.
3.11 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Manufacturer's Field Service: Engage a factory�authorized service representative to
inspect, test, and adjust components, assemblies, and equipment installations, including
connections.
B. Perform tests and inspections.
1. Manufacturer's Field Service: Engage a factory�authorized service representative
to inspect components, assemblies, and equipment installations, including
connections, and to assist in testing.
C. Tests and Inspections:
1. Visual Inspection: Conduct visual inspection prior to testing.
a. Inspection shall be based on completed Record Drawings and system
documentation that is required by NFPA 72 in its "Completion Documents,
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Preparation" Table in the "Documentation" Section of the "Fundamentals
of Fire Alarm Systems" Chapter.
b. Comply with "Visual Inspection Frequencies" Table in the "Inspection"
Section of the "Inspection, Testing and Maintenance" Chapter in NFPA 72;
retain the "Initial/Reacceptance" column and list only the installed
components.
2. System Testing: Comply with "Test Methods" Table in the "Testing" Section of
the "Inspection, Testing and Maintenance" Chapter in NFPA 72.
3. Test audible appliances for the public operating mode according to manufacturer's
written instructions. Perform the test using a portable sound�level meter complying
with Type 2 requirements in ANSI S1.4.
4. Test audible appliances for the private operating mode according to manufacturer's
written instructions.
5. Test visible appliances for the public operating mode according to manufacturer's
written instructions.
6. Factory�authorized service representative shall prepare the "Fire Alarm System
Record of Completion" in the "Documentation" Section of the "Fundamentals of
Fire Alarm Systems" Chapter in NFPA 72 and the "Inspection and Testing Form"
in the "Records" Section of the "Inspection, Testing and Maintenance" Chapter in
NFPA 72.
D. Reacceptance Testing: Perform reacceptance testing to verify the proper operation of
added or replaced devices and appliances.
E. Fire�alarm system will be considered defective if it does not pass tests and inspections.
F. Prepare test and inspection reports.
G. Maintenance Test and Inspection: Perform tests and inspections listed for weekly,
monthly, quarterly, and semiannual periods. Use forms developed for initial tests and
inspections.
1. Provide pricing to the Owner after commissioning.
H. Annual Test and Inspection: One year after date of Substantial Completion, test fire�alarm
system complying with visual and testing inspection requirements in NFPA 72. Use forms
developed for initial tests and inspections.
1. Provide pricing to the Owner after commissioning.
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