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SECTION 16721

FIRE ALARM SYSTEM

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION:

A. The Work shall consist of furnishing, installation and testing of a complete Class AIntelligent Analogue Addressable fire alarm system as shown on the drawings andspecified herein.

B. Automatic early fire detection is required for the entire building by Civil DefenseDepartment recommendation. An intelligent analogue fully addressable, automaticfire alarm and detection system must be installed to cover the entire building. Thissystem will have a small time delay if permitted under local regulations to enable

staff to investigate the cause of an alarm. This is to reduce the level of false alarmsand hence disturbance of hotel operation. Fire alarm system of the hotel shall beconnected to fire alarm command center for the complex via dedicated networkand shall be considered as part of total fire alarm system of the complex.

C. The system shall be as following:

1. The application shall be according to the (Fire Protection Requirements forbuildings) agreed by the Gulf Cooperation council. The GCC requirementsare based on NFPA 101 (life Safety Code) with some modification.

2. Detailed design shall follow the BS 5839 latest edition and/or NFPA 72(National Fire Alarm Code) latest edition

3. Fire alarm shall comply with the requirement of the local branch of thegeneral civil defense administration.

4. A complete fire alarm system will be provided complying with BS 5839.This system will be of the Analogue Soft Addressable Intelligent Type.System shall provide individual address of analog soft alarm initiatingdevices and two alarm levels (zone alarm & general alarm) of audiblealarm. Alarms shall be initiated from sprinkler system, analogue multi /individual optical smoke / heat sensors and manual stations near exits withmaximum spacing of 30 meters. Alarms shall be sounded throughelectronic sounders.

5. The system will consist of fire alarm control panel, mimic panels, repeaterpanel, addressable interface units (transponders), manual call stations,

smoke sensors, heat sensors, beam sensor (if required), duct multisensors, electronic addressable sounders with strobe lights, sealed leadacid batteries and battery charger.

6. Fire alarm system will be linked with TCP/IP network to other Fire alarmpanel and to central workstation.

7. Combined smoke and heat smoke detectors will be installed in allmechanical and electrical rooms. Other type of detectors shall be selectedfor rooms with special application

8. Cables for fire alarm system will be 2 hours fire resistant (to British,European and NFPA standards) and as recommended by manufacturer ofthe system.

9. The system will be interfaced to corresponding fire protection or sprinklersystems

ITCC in RiyadhResidential ComplexJ10-13300

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10. Fire alarm system shall be interfaced with access control system for doorrelease in case of fire.

11. Provision will be made to stop some or all HVAC supply fans in the eventof an alarm (refer to HVAC drawings) for respective zone only.

12. Fire alarm system shall interface with smoke extraction system.13. A master annunciation will be located in the security office to indicate from

which area an alarm originates.14. Voice Evacuation system shall be compulsory for the fire alarm system. It

shall be separated from the public address system as per code.15. Voice evacuation speakers shall be provided in all guest bed rooms and

front and back of house areas to provide sound level of 75dB at bed headand 65 dB in public areas.

16. Voice evacuation message shall take priority over fire alarm messagesand signals

17. All fire alarm initiated audible or signals shall be temporary deactivatedduring the time of sounding voice evacuation messages.

18. Portable visible and vibrating alarm units must be provided for guests with

impaired hearing and pull cords shall be provided in specially equippedrooms and disabled toilets for guests with disabilities. These units must beoperational throughout the hotel and be activated when the fire evacuationalarm is operated comply with local code requirements for fire alarm anddetection systems applicable to disabled people

19. Interface shall be done with public address, background music and audiovideo systems controls to send override signal in case of confirmed firealarm.

20. System shall have the ability to integrate with other security systems usingopen protocol and TCP/IP LAN to make one integrated system

21. The system shall interface with BMS system for alarm alert22. A 2-way telephone communication system shall be provided throughout at

all entries to exit stairs for Fire Department use from the main fire panel.23. Isolation modules shall be provided at the entry and/or exit from each24. Rate of rise heat detectors must be used in specific areas such as kitchens

and other areas with high ambient temperatures, or areas such as carparks where smoke detectors may be subject to false alarms due toatmosphere

25. CO and CO2 detectors shall be used in parking area to operate for theinterface with smoke extraction and ventilation system.

26. Emergency alarms shall be provided at Poolside, Health Club, Gym,Steam rooms and Saunas.

1.2 REFERENCES:

A. IEC International Electrotechnical Commission

IEC 60839-1 Alarm Systems Part 1: General Requirements. Section One:General

IEC 60839-1-2 Alarm Systems Part 1: General Requirements. Section Two:Power Units, Test Methods and Performance Criteria

IEC 60839-1-3 Alarm Systems Part 1: General Requirements. SectionThree: Environmental Testing

IEC 60839-1-4 Alarm Systems Part 1: General Requirements. SectionFour: Code of Practice



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B. BS - British Standards Institute

All applicable codes and standards including BS 5839, BS 5750 and BSEN ISO9001/2

C. ANSI - American National Standard Institute

ANSI C18.1 Dry Cells and Batteries

ANSI C37.13a Low-Voltage AC Power Circuit Breakers Used in Enclosures

D. NFPA - National Fire Protection Association

NFPA 70 National Electric Code

NFPA 71 Installation, Maintenance and Use of Signaling Systems for

Central Station Service

NFPA 72A Installation, Maintenance and Use of Local ProtectiveSignaling Systems

NFPA 72B Installation, Maintenance and Use of Auxiliary ProtectiveSignaling Systems

NFPA 72C Installation, Maintenance and Use of Remote StationProtective Signaling Systems

NFPA 72D Installation, Maintenance and Use of Proprietary ProtectiveSignaling Systems

NFPA 72E Automatic Fire Detectors

NFPA 72F Installation, Maintenance and Use of EmergencyVoice/Alarm Communication Systems

NFPA 72-G89 Installation, Maintenance and Use of Notification Appliancesfor Protective Signaling Systems

NFPA 90A Air-conditioning and ventilating system

E. UL - Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.

UL 38 Manually Activated Signaling Boxes

UL 217 Smoke Detectors for Single Station

UL 228 Door Holders for Fire Protective Signaling Systems

UL 268 Smoke Detectors for Fire Protective Signaling Systems

UL 268 A Smoke detectors for duct application

UL 346 Water Flow Indicators for Fire Protective Signaling



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UL 464 Audible Signaling Appliances

UL 521 Heat Detectors for Fire Protective Signaling Systems

UL 864 Control Units for Fire Protective Signaling Systems

UL 1481 Power Supplies for Fire Protective Signaling Systems

UL 1489 Speakers for Fire Protective Signaling Systems

UL 1638 Visual Signaling Appliances

UL 1711 Amplifiers for Fire Protective Signaling Systems

F. NEMA - National Electrical Manufacturer's Association

NEMA 1985 Publication SB4, Training Manual on Fire Alarm Systems

G. Local Building Code

1.3 SUBMITTALS:

A. Product data for fire alarm system components including dimensioned plans,sections, and elevations showing minimum clearances, installed features anddevices, and list of materials and NRTL listing data.

B. Wiring diagrams from manufacturer differentiating between manufacturer-installedand field-installed wiring. Include diagrams for equipment and for system with all

terminals and interconnections identified. Include drawings indicating componentsfor both field and factory panel wiring.

C. Shop drawings. All fire alarm & fire suppression shop drawings shall be subject toapproval of Civil Defense Department of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and shall beartheir stamp.

D. System operation description including method of operation and supervision ofeach type of circuit and sequence of operations for all manually and automaticallyinitiated system inputs. Description shall cover this specific project. Manufacturer'sstandard descriptions for generic systems are not acceptable.

E. Product certification signed by the manufacturer of the fire alarm systemcomponents certifying that their products comply with the referenced standardsand specifications.

1.4 TRANSPORTATION, HANDLING AND STORAGE:

A. All the components of fire alarm system shall be provided in manufacturer'soriginal new and unopened packing bearing manufacturer's name and label.

B. Store materials, not in actual use, in covered and well-ventilated area and protectthem from dirt, dust, moisture, direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.

C. For further requirements follow manufacturer's written instructions regardingstorage and handling.



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1.5 WARRANTY:

A. Submit written guarantee signed by the contractor, manufacturer and installer offire alarm system for the period of 1 year from the date of substantial completion.The guarantee shall cover the repair and replacement of defective materials andworkmanship as directed by the Engineer.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. Manufacturer's Qualifications: Firms regularly engaged in manufacture of firealarm systems and components, whose products have been in satisfactory usein similar services for not less than 5 years period, and be subject to approval ofEngineer.

B. Installer Qualifications: An experienced specialist sub-contractor who is authorizedby the system manufacturer, and subject to approval of the Engineer.

C. All the components and installations shall comply with the requirements of IEC,BS, LPCB, NFPA and NEMA standards.

D. Provide system and components specified in this section that are listed andlabeled by UL and/or conform to equivalent BS Standards.

E. Single Source Responsibility: All components and accessories shall be product ofsingle manufacturer.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION:

A. The system shall be complete network based Class A Intelligent AnalogueAddressable, double stage fire alarm system. The system shall be electricallysupervised against both short and open wiring faults in the detection circuit, thealarm circuit and the alarm and fault relay coils. Alarms shall be initiated fromeither manual stations and/or various types of detectors. Alarms shall be soundedthrough conveniently located motorized bells or electronic sounders as applicable.The system shall be capable of being expanded at any time. The system shallconsist of main fire alarm control panels (MFACP), local fire alarm control panels(FACP), repeater panels ,annunciator, computer operated network, break-glass

type manual stations, detectors, horns, strobe lights, batteries, Class A STY7wiring, raceways and other required accessories to complete the system.

B. The Fire Detection and Alarm System shall provide the following facilities as aminimum:

1. Detect automatically the presence of fire and give local audible and visualwarning.

2. Provide audible and visual warning upon the manual operation of a callpoint.



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3. Automatically shutdown air conditioning plant, lead elevators to nearestfloor and capture them, in the event of fire and/or other ancillary services, ifrequired.

4. The system shall be capable of monitoring pre-alarm condition and settingsensitivity of detectors.

5. The system shall be able to support both addressable and conventionaldetectors through interface units.

6. Provide alarm at local Fire Station through automatic dialer.

7. Provide signaling interface to allow automatic announcement of pre-recorded message on Voice evacuation System in case of alarm.

8. Provide interface with Building Management System (BMS).

9. Provide interface with Voice Evacuation system

10. Provide interface with egress door interlock

11. Provide interface to building security system

12. Provide interface to Gas Leak Detection System

13. Provide interface to Background Music System

14. Provide TCP/IP Ethernet Port for LAN/ WAN connectivity to fire alarm

command center via project LAN

15. Detection system shall be used to actuate gas suppression system andPreaction fire protection system by an approved method of detection,meeting the requirements of NFPA 72 and listed releasing devicescompatible with the system.

2.2 GENERAL:

A. All component of fire alarm system shall be product of a single manufacturer andshall conform to the requirements of IEC 60839, NFPA 70, 72, 90A, and 101,Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) and Factory Mutual (FM) or equivalent Codes.

B. The supply breakers for F.A. system shall be marked "DO NOT DISCONNECT,FIRE ALARM SUPPLY".

2.3 ANALOGUE ADDRESSABLE MAIN FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANEL (MFACP) ANDFIRE ALAMRM CONTROL PANELS (FACPS)

A. Panels shall be installed as indicated on the drawing. The fire alarm control panelshall be latest addressable technology and capable of working on both Hardaddressing and Soft addressing techniques simultaneously using appropriateprotocol loop cards. The panel shall have an Infra red Programmer for userfriendly system.



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B. The control panels shall be housed in a UL-listed cabinets suitable for surface orsemi-flush mounting. Cabinet and front shall be corrosion protected, given a rust-resistant prime coat, and manufacturer's standard finish. The back box and doorshall be constructed of 0.060 steel with provisions for electrical conduitconnections into the sides and top. The door shall provide a key lock and shallinclude a glass or other transparent opening for viewing of all indicators. Forconvenience, the door may be site configured for either right or left hand hinging.The control unit shall be modular in structure for ease of installation, maintenance,and future expansion.

C. The FACP display shall provide a 640-character backlit alphanumeric LiquidCrystal Display (LCD). It shall also provide ten Light-Emitting-Diodes (LEDs), thatindicate the status of the following system parameters: AC POWER, FIREALARM, PREALARM, SECURITY, SUPERVISORY, SYSTEM TROUBLE,OTHER EVENT, SIGNALS SILENCED, POINT DISABLED, and CPU FAILURE.

D. The panel shall be suitable for wall mounting and for surface/recessed installation

as may be required.

E. Main FACP shall contain a microprocessor based Central Processing Unit (CPU)and power supply in an economical space saving single board design in Metalenclosure. The CPU shall communicate and control the following types ofequipment: intelligent addressable smoke and thermal (heat) detectors,addressable modules, printer, annunciators, and other system controlled devices.

F. The FACP Central Processing Unit shall contain and execute all control-by-event(including Boolean functions including but not limited to AND, OR, NOT, ANYx,and CROSSZONE) programs for specific action to be taken if an alarm conditionis detected by the system. Such control-by-event programs shall be held in non-

volatile programmable memory, and shall not be lost with system primary andsecondary power .

G. The analogue addressable fire alarm control panel shall have the followingfeatures:-

1. Fire Panel shall be latest technology and capable of connecting both hardaddressables and automatic soft addressable technology devices.

2. Multi tasking micro processor controlled 10 loop on single mother boardwith minimum 300 devices on each loop , builtin 4 alarm circuits asstandard and Integreted Digital Voice Alarm Panel.

3. Passwords and Users: Atleast upto 9 user passwords shall be available,

each of which may be assigned access to the programming changemenus, the alter status menus, or both. Only the master password shallallow access to password change screens.

4. Builtin switch mode high capacity 6 Amp power supply charger.5. Battery level status keys on panel and minimum 24 hours back up.6. Minimum 640 character Alphanumeric Liquid crystal display for Fire,

System trouble, event messages etc.7. BacNET Interface.8. All controls shall be enclosed behind a lockable metal cover.9. The panel shall be able to address more than 10 loops, each loop length

shall be 2000 meters minimum and addresses over 300 devices per loop.10. Multi zones mimimum 1000 configuration shall be possible.11. The panel shall have a log of atleast last 4000 previous common events.

The panel shall also maintain atleast 1000 most recent alarms in history



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buffer for fast search from 4000 event history file.12. The panel shall incorporate a built-in DRILL test facility. It shall be possible

to drill on single key without effecting out relay interfaces.13. Smoke Control Modes: The system shall provide means to perform FSCS

mode Smoke Control to meet NFPA-92A and 90B and HVAC mode tomeet NFPA 90A.

14. All field detectors connected in a particular loop or zone shall be able toget addressed and tested via IR programmer by selecting without initiatingaudible alarm.

15. The panel shall have information retrieval facility for engineering setup andsystem status.

16. The panel shall have a secure peer to peer networking facility withminimum 100 panels (nodes) on a single fire alarm network.

H. In addition to the above all other necessary controls, elements and accessoriesshall be included to provide a complete and efficient panel conforming to therequirements of NFPA, UL 9th edition. FACP to be connected to all fire exits to

operate automatically in case of fire.

2.4 INTER-CONTROLLER NETWORK:

A. Inter-Controller Network shall allow different Fire Controllers to be "seamlessly"networked together.

B. The network shall be highly resilient and allow true peer to peer communicationsuch that an operator can gain access, interrogate as well as control other FireControllers (Nodes) from any one of the Fire Controller connected to this network.For extended interrogation and control, the network shall allow up to three nodeson the network to be configured either as a Master Operating Station or Graphical

User Interface.

C. The Virtual Front Panel (VFP) feature shall enable the operator tointerrogate/control any other Fire Controller from the Keypad/Display of any givenFire Controller - interconnected on the network. Furthermore, it shall be possibleto group controllers into sub-nets whereby, each panel can be programmed tointer-react only with other selected controllers.

D. The network shall allow Bi-Directional signalling and use a token-passing, noncollision communication protocol for data transmission.

E. The network shall offer a high level of integrity and support combination of MICC,twisted/shielded pair cabling, fibre optic cabling or dedicated telephone line to suitsite requirement. It shall be possible to locate different Fire Controllers as 'Nodes'on the network - up to 3000 meters apart to suit site requirement and beinterconnected using shielded/twisted pair cable such as Belden 9841 or equal.

F. The network shall be flexible so as to enable from 2 to 50 Fire Controllers to beseemlessly linked together, providing an enhanced system capability for futureextension.

G. Data shall be re-generated at each Fire Controller and sent out over the networkas new clean data. All degradation in received data due to noise on the line, lineattenuation or phase shifting shall be eliminated when the data is re-generated.



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2.5 GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE:

A. The Graphical User Interface shall be PC based and incorporate the very latest inoperating system software such as Windows NT multi-tasking operating system.

B. It shall provide combined text and graphics display on a single PC using highresolution color SVGA display and use simple operator controls with no qwertykeypad.

C. The PC based Graphical User Interface shall use a unique configuration toolGRAB-IT, Graphical, Autocad, Bitmap, Information, Transfer to automaticallyconfigure the system such that Installation Plans, device type and location, floodfill areas, flood fill locations, zoom areas, and zoom magnifications shall all beimported from Autocad.

D. This configuration tool significantly reduces configuration time, increases the

integrity of information and enables simple updates to the system in future.

2.6 COMPUTER SPECIFICATIONS

A. Hardware:

1. Processor: IBM compatible PC with Intel core i7 2.66 GHz processor onIntel motherboard, upgradable type.

2. Memory: 2 MB pipeline burst cache memory, flash bios; 4 GB DDR3 RAM.

3. Graphic Card: PCI Express super VGA graphic card with 1 GB RAM.

4. Hard Drive: 1 TB hard drive.

5. Floppy Drive: 3.5 floppy drive, 1.44 MB.

6. CD Drive: DVD RW Drive 22X.

7. Ports: 2 Serial Ports, one parallel port for printer.

8. Pointing Device: Bus Mouse.

9. Keyboard: Microsoft 101-keys English and Arabic keyboard.

10. Monitor: 19" flat screen color SVGA monitor, high resolution, noninterlaced, graphic type with display power management.

11. Network Interface: Fire alarm manufacturer's standard interface board.

B. Software:

1. Windows Vista (operating system) or any latest operating system availableat the time of construction of the project as well as the related softwarerequired for the installation of the operating system.

2. AutoCADLite for generating and editing graphic maps.



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2.7 SYSTEM EVENT PRINTER:

A. The system printer shall be standard 80 column printer compatible with thesystem, and shall log all events, change of status, alarm and fault messagesalong with time of the day and date. The printer shall operate independently of thecontrol unit (FACP) and shall not inhibit the fire controller operation in any waywhen printing.

1. The printer shall provide the following:

a. Hard copy of every event occurringb. Status read out of every addressable pointc. Devices tested on a walk testd. Contaminated detectors needing replacemente. Isolated devicesf. Single point scan printout of analogue values

g. Hard copy of historic log

2.8 FIRE BRIGADE SIGNALING

A. The panel shall include provision For the DACT digital alarm communicatorTransmitter through EIA -485 port with at least 636 channels to the fire brigade.Under test conditions, however it shall be possible to isolate remote signaling tothe Fire Brigade.

2.5 ADDRESSABLE REPEATER PANEL:

A. Repeater panel shall be manufacturer's standard, surface mounted type

comprising of following:

1. General Purpose housing2. AC/DC Converter Module (DCCM) Surface3. Front Cover Assembly4. Built-in Short Circuit Line isolator

The front panel of the repeater shall contain the following displays and indicators:

a. An 80-character backlit LCD alphanumeric display arranged in 4rows of 20 characters (to display information about the systemstatus and alarms).

b. A green LED : Power c. Two red LED's : Fired. A yellow LED : Faulte. A yellow LED : Disabledf. 80 red LED's : Fire Zones

2.6 FIRE ALARM ANNUNCIATOR

A. Fire alarm annunciator shall be manufacturers standard surface mounted type.

B. The annunciator shall be used to help in monitoring and control all elements of firealarm from a central location and aims to keep monitoring of system performance.



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C. The fire alarm annunciator shall be complete with numeric data and LED lightsand 24 VDC power supply and standby battries.

2.7 FIELD DEVICES:

A. General: Fire detecting devices shall comply with the applicable requirements ofNFPA 72, NFPA 90A, UL 268, and UL 521 and other Standards mentioned inClause 1.3. The detectors shall be provided as indicated. Detector base shallhave screw terminals for making connections. No solder connections will beallowed. Detectors shall be connected into alarm initiating circuits. Detector basesshall incorporate built-in isolators modules. Detectors located in concealedlocations (above ceiling, etc.) shall have a remote visible indicator lamp. Installeddevices shall conform to the classification of the area. Addressable fire detectingdevices except flame detectors shall be dynamically supervised and uniquelyidentified in the control panel. Detectors shall meet the following requirements:

1. Operating temperature range of 0o

C to + 50o

C2. Relative humidity up to 95%3. Electro magnetic compatibility to IEC Standard 801 or equivalent4. Shock/Impact/Vibration/Corrosion5. Interchangeable plug-in base6. Smart card addressing technology7. Made of fire resisting material8. Enclosure protection shall be to IP 43 or equivalent9. Detector shall be wiring polarity independent10. Detectors shall include service and maintenance park position

B. Analogue Addressable Optical Smoke & Heat (Combined) Detectors: These shall

be of SAFE addressable optical smoke and heat type. The optical element shallmonitor for visible smoke from slow smoldering fires. Smoke sending shall be bypulses of infrared beam projected across a dark sensor chamber by the LEDemitter. A photodiode receive fitted at an obtuse angle to the IR beam shallnormally sense some standing light scatter. When smoke enters the smokechamber through entry slots around the sensor head, more light shall be scatteredtowards photodiode receiver thus enabling the microprocessor and measurementcircuits on the PCB to pick up the fire threshold. Heat sensing shall be done bythe two thermisters in close contact with the mesh which shall prevent foreignbodies entering bodies entering into the sensor chamber and shall serve as anheat sink for the two thermisters to allow even heat dissipation. The sensor shallmeasure both smoke & heat values combined together at the same time.

All Optical Smoke & Heat combined shall comprise of three components:

Termination Plate, Electronics Module and a replaceable sensor chamber. Thetermination plate shall incorporate the terminals for wiring only and shall notcontain any electronic parts. The electronic module shall plug onto the terminationplate as second fix item. It shall have microprocessors, short-circuit isolators andall electronic components and circuitry suitable for an Analogue addressablesystem. The sensing chamber shall fit on the electronics module as a third fixitem.



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This design shall allow sensing element alone to be replaced, should be becomedirty due to a build up of dust from the surrounding atmosphere. When removed,the panel shall display a fault condition with a message Sensor chamberRemoved with a relevant label/address. The sensor chamber shall also have 360degree viewing LED indicator. Sensors mounted in the ceiling shall be providedwith semi-flush mounting kit.

C. Analogue Addressable High Performance Optical Smoke Detectors: Ceiling-mounted type detectors shall be pluggable type, nominal 24 VDC operation.Detector shall have solid state circuitry and LED visual alarm indicator. Detectorshall react to whole range of fires including slow smoldering fire and open flamingfire. Detector shall combine the optical and heat detection technology todetect clear burning fires and having high immunity to false alarm. For normalambient conditions the high performance optical detector behaves as anoptical detector of normal sensitivity. The sensitivity of the optical array system ofdetector is increased upon rise in temperature resulting in enhanced early

response of fire condition.

D. Analogue Addressable Heat Detectors: Addressable heat detectors shall bedesigned for detection of fire by combination fixed temperature and rate-of-riseprinciple. Heat detectors shall be rated in accordance with UL 521 or equivalent.Shall initiate an alarm when the air temperature reaches the detector's fixedtemperature rating of 60oC or when the rate-of-rise of element is triggered.Detectors shall be of fully solid construction and require no replacement of partsafter each operation and/or testing. Detectors shall have built-in LED alarmindicator. Detectors shall be of plug-in type suitable for common interchangeablebase, same as used for smoke detectors.

E. Duct Detector: Smoke detector housing shall accommodate either an intelligentionization detector or an intelligent photoelectric detector that provides continuousanalog monitoring and alarm verification from the panel. When sufficient smoke issensed, an alarm signal is initiated at the FACP, and appropriate action taken tochange over air handling systems to help prevent the rapid distribution of toxicsmoke and fire gases throughout the areas served by the duct system.

F. Manual fire alarm stations shall be UL listed non-code, non-breakglass typeaddressable, equipped with key lock so that they may be tested without operatingthe handle. Stations must be designed such that after an actual activation, theycannot be restored to normal except by key reset. The contacts shall be goldplated for high reliability. An operated station shall automatically condition itself so

as to be visually detected, as operated, at a minimum distance of 100 feet (30.5m) front or side. Manual stations shall be constructed of high impact Lexan, withoperating instructions provided on the cover.

G. Horn strobe: Horn Strobe shall be UL listed field programmable without use ofspecial tools, at a sound level of at least 98 dBA measured at 10 feet from thedevices and 75 candella. Shall be flush or surface mounted as shown on plans.Electronic horns and strobe shall operated on common 24V. DC. Nominal

Horns output shall be from 101 to 120 dB and strobe (flasher) shall be minimum115 candela. Horns shall be with three selection switch for filed horn tones.

For outdoor use, horns and strobe shall be completely weatherproof, IP 65.



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H. Remote LED indicator: Indicator shall be use in locked areas and in accessiblelocation to provide indication of the activation of an automatic detector. LED shallbe activated if detector triggered. LED activation shall be cancelled when detectoris reset. LED shall be with wide viewing angle and shaped lens design tomaximize viewing area.

I. RED indicating Beacon Waterproof: beacon shall be used for outdoor areas toprovide audible indication of fire for impaired hearing people and areas with highambient noise level. LED shall be IP 65. LED beacon shall be loped powered typeand can be connected to the sounder circuit.

J. Addressable Ancillary Modules

1. Addressable Interface Module: It shall provide clean changeover contactand shall be used on the address loops and used for remote plantshutdown, controlling door release units, stoppage of extract fans,

interface control of elevators, etc.

2. Line Isolator Module: The line isolator module shall protect the loop circuitin the event of a short circuit condition by isolating the relevant section onthe loop between two isolator units.

3. Addressable Contact Monitoring Module: The module shall be used tomonitor status of sprinkler system water flow switches and transferswitches.

2.8 BATTERIES:

A. Batteries shall be provided and shall be the sealed, lead-acid type requiring noadditional water. The batteries shall have ample capacity, with primary powerdisconnected, to operate the fire alarm system for a period of 90 hours. Thisperiod of operation via batteries, the batteries shall have ample capacity to allcomponents of the system, including all alarm signaling devices in the total alarmmode for a minimum period of 3 hours. Batteries shall be sized to deliver 50percent more ampere/hours based on a 90 hour discharged rate than required forthe calculated capacities. Battery cabinet shall be a separate cabinet. Battery shallbe provided with over current protection in accordance with NFPA 72.

2.9 WIRING:

A. All fire alarm system wiring shall be Class A STY17.

B. Wiring for loop circuit shall be twisted shielded 1 pair cable, Belden 1030A orequivalent.

C. Network communication cable shall be 1 pair computer cable, Belden 9841 orequivalent.

2.10 RACEWAYS:

A. Refer to Section 16050 - BASIC MATERIALS AND METHOD.



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2.11 OPERATION OF FIRE ALARM SYSTEM

A. Activation of the fire alarm system shall directly initiate some or all of the followingto be agreed as a part of the overall engineering policy.

1. Signal to all elevator machine rooms indicating fire status (to control lifts)2. Release doors normally locked by magnetic devices.3. Release doors normally held open by magnetic devices4. Shutdown mechanical equipment ventilation plant5. Shutdown general exhaust fans6. Start up smoke extract fans7. Start up exhaust make up fans8. Start up stair vestibule pressurization fans9. Automatically operate fire dampers10. Initiate alert signals to panels in the adjacent office tower.11. Sprinkler valves, flow switches and other monitored valves shall be directly

supervised by the fire alarm systems.

B. Fire condition:

When a fire alarm condition is detected and reported by one of the systeminitiating devices or appliances, the following functions shall immediately occur:

1. The system alarm LED shall flash.2. A local piezo-electric audible device in the control panel shall sound a

distinctive signal.3. The 640-character backlit LCD display shall indicate all information

associated with the fire alarm condition, including the type of alarm point

and its location within the protected premises.4. Printing and history storage equipment shall log and print the event

information along with a time and date stamp.5. All system outputs assigned via preprogrammed equations for a particular

point in alarm shall be executed, and the associated system outputs (alarmnotification appliances and/or relays) shall be activated.

Activation of the control panel acknowledge switch in response to newalarms and/or troubles shall silence the local panel piezo electric signaland change the alarm and trouble LEDs from flashing mode to steady-ONmode. If multiple alarm or trouble conditions exist, depression of thisswitch shall advance the LCD display to the next alarm or trouble

condition. In addition, the FACP shall support Block Acknowledge to allowmultiple trouble conditions to be acknowledged with a single depression ofthis switch. Depression of the Acknowledge switch shall also silence allremote annunciator piezo sounders

Depression of the Signal Silence switch shall cause all programmed alarmnotification appliances and relays to return to the normal condition. Theselection of notification circuits and relays that are silence able by thisswitch shall be fully field programmable within the confines of all applicablestandards. The FACP software shall include silence inhibit and auto-silence timers.



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20. Addressable analog current interface (4 20ma) The scale of themeasurement shall be configurable in the service/programming tool fordisplay in useful range and engineering unit elsewhere in the system.

21. Conventional Zone Interface module22. Intrinsically Safe Interface23. DC Riser supervision modules24. Commandable Sensor Base - Addressable sensors shall have optional

sounder bases and relay bases which can be controlled independentlythrough software for desired mode of operation.

25. Conventional Zone Interface module shall report open/short trouble, alarmand provide reset capability without the need for external relays.

C. Noise Immunity: The Systems Loop circuit shall be immune to noise and EMI. Itshall be possible to reuse the following wire types that may be present fromlegacy installations: twisted pair, twisted/shielded pair, parallel conductors (THHN)without loss of device/circuit capacity or communications data rate. Distances of

up to 20000 feet shall be supported using 18 gage non-shielded wire.

It shall be possible to synchronize all audible and visual devices on the sameNetwork. Visual flash rate shall be maintained as required by UL1971 and NFPA72 standard. Audible signal rate shall be configured as March Time, CanadianTwo-Stage, California, Temporal or programmed zone code on a per circuit basis.

The following advanced detection methods shall be supported: AWACS ,MatrixGroups ,AND Groups, Cooperative alarming.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

The contractor shall examine the areas and conditions where equipment is to be installedand correct any unsatisfactory conditions detrimental to the proper and timely completionof the work. Do not proceed with the work until unsatisfactory conditions have beencorrected in a manner acceptable to client.

Drawings indicate diagrammatically desired locations or arrangement of devices and alsothe type of sensors. However proper judgment must be exercised in executing work so asto secure the best possible installation in available space and over-come local difficultiesowing to space limitations or interference of any other structural conditions.

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. The system shall be wired with a fire rated type cable FP200 for detector andalarm circuits. Or 16 awg to 12 awg twisted pair fire retardant cables.

B. For use outside the buildings, cables shall be used in G.I. pipes for wiring fromisolated buildings and from junction boxes up to the main fire alarm control panel.

C. eMT conduit & cables to be used within the building. Skilled labor in the use ofsuch wiring cables shall be employed to achieve acceptable standards ofworkmanship.

D. Fire alarm wiring circuits shall be segregated from lighting and power circuits.



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E. Junction boxes used for fire alarm system shall be clearly marked with plasticengraved labels on covers to read FIRE ALARM JUNCTION BOXES.Furthermore the terminals provided inside of each junction box should be clearlynumbered and marked. Schedule of termination for each junction box is to beprovided and fitted inside junction box cover. This shall clearly show incoming andoutgoing wiring connections on the terminals.

F. Field wiring shall be looped between equipment and use of junction boxes kept toa minimum as far as practicable.

G. Compatibility :

The contractor shall fully ascertain and ensure that system to be installed shall befully compatible with existing detectors, if any. This is to ensure that any futureinterconnections can be made to the system.

3.2 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. The completed installation shall be inspected by client supervising engineer toensure that the work has been carried out in a satisfactory manner and that themethod complies with the manufacturers recommendations and standards.

B. A functional test of the installation shall be made to ensure that it will givesatisfactory service under all conditions likely to be experienced and demonstratethat operating and installation requirements of this specification have been met.

C. Contractor to provide competent personnel to demonstrate the operation of firealarm system as a whole to the full satisfaction of client supervising staff.

D. Contractor shall provide detailed installation / commissioning time schedule withtheir quotation.

E. Overall system test will be carried out in accordance with acceptance testprocedures (ATP) as mentioned below.

F. Acceptance test procedures (ATP) for the systems shall be prepared by thecontractor. The ATPs will be submitted to client. For review and approval, three(3) working weeks before commencement of ATP.

Client will review and return the ATP with comments and / or approvals within two

(2) working weeks. Contractor will incorporate any agreed to changes on revisionin the ATP.

END OF SECTION



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