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SECTION 13975 - STANDPIPES AND HOSES

PART 1 - GENERAL

0.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including Conditions of Contract and
Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

0.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes piping and equipment for the following building systems:

1. Automatic wet-type, Class I standpipes.

2. Automatic wet-type, Class II standpipes.
3. Automatic wet-type, Class III standpipes.
4. Manual wet-type, Class I standpipes.

B. Related Sections include the following:

1. Division 10 Section "Fire-Protection Specialties" for cabinets and fire extinguishers.

2. Division 13 Section "Fire Alarm" for alarm devices not in this Section.
3. Division 13 Section "Electric-Drive, Horizontal Fire Pumps."
4. Division 13 Section "Diesel-Drive, Horizontal Fire Pumps."
5. Division 13 Section "Electric-Drive, Vertical-Turbine Fire Pumps."
6. Division 13 Section "Diesel-Drive, Vertical-Turbine Fire Pumps."

0.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Hose Connection: Valve with threaded outlet matching fire hose coupling thread for
attaching fire hose.

B. Hose Station: Hose connection, fire hose rack, and fire hose.

C. Working Plans: Documents, including drawings, calculations, and material specifications

prepared according to NFPA 14 for obtaining approval from the Engineer and authorities
having jurisdiction.

0.4 SYSTEM PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Verify the design of standpipes for compliance with NFPA, and obtain approval from the
Engineer and authorities having jurisdiction. Include minimum residual pressures at
hydraulically remote outlets according to the following:

1.

1. DN40 Hose Connections: 450 kPa.

2. DN65 Hose Connections: 690 kPa.

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D. Components and Installation: Capable of producing piping systems with 1200 kPa
minimum working-pressure rating, unless otherwise indicated.

0.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For the following:

1. Pipe and fitting materials and methods of joining for standpipe piping.
2. Pipe hangers and supports.
3. Piping seismic restraints.
4. Valves, including specialty valves, accessories, and devices.
5. Alarm devices. Include electrical data.
6. Air compressors. Include electrical data.
7. Fire department connections. Include type; number, size, and arrangement of inlets;
caps and chains; size and direction of outlet; escutcheon and marking; and finish.
8. Hose connections. Include size, type, and finish.
9. Hose stations. Include size, type, and finish of hose connections; type and length of
fire hoses; finish of fire hose couplings; type, material, and finish of nozzles; and
finish of rack.

B. Fire-Hydrant Flow Test Report: As specified in "Preparation" Article in Part 3 of this

Section.

C. Field Test Reports and Certificates: As specified in "Field Quality Control" and
"Commissioning" Articles in Part 3 of this Section. Indicate and interpret test results for
compliance with performance requirements and as described in NFPA 14. Include
"Contractor's Material and Test Certificate for Aboveground Piping" and "Contractor's
Material and Test Certificate for Underground Piping."

D. Maintenance Data: For each type of standpipe specialty to include in maintenance manuals
specified in Division 1.

0.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Qualifications: An experienced installer who has designed, installed, and obtained
approvals for fire-suppression piping similar to that indicated for this Project.

B. Engineering Responsibility: Preparation of working plans, calculations, and field test

reports by a qualified professional engineer. Base calculations on results of fire-hydrant
flow test.

C. Professional Engineer Qualifications: A professional engineer who is legally qualified to

practice in jurisdiction where Project is located and who is experienced in providing
engineering services of the kind indicated. Engineering services are defined as those
performed for installations of fire-suppression piping that are similar to those indicated for
this Project in material, design, and extent.

D. Manufacturer Qualifications: Firms whose equipment, specialties, and accessories are listed
by product name and manufacturer in UL's "Fire Protection Equipment Directory" and FM's
"Fire Protection Approval Guide" and that comply with other requirements indicated.

E. Standpipe Components: Listing/approval stamp, label, or other marking by a testing agency

acceptable to the Engineer and authorities having jurisdiction.

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F. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in latest
and relevant IEC standard, by a testing agency acceptable to the Engineer.

G. NFPA Standard: Equipment, specialties, accessories, installation, and testing complying

with NFPA 14, "Standpipe and Hose Systems."

H. Acceptance Testing: Final acceptance testing and demonstration of the system shall be
conducted in the presence of and to the satisfaction of the DCA fire authorities, as outlined
in Part 3 - Execution.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

0.1 PIPING MATERIALS

A. Refer to Part 3 "Piping Applications" Article for applications of pipe, tube, fitting, and
joining materials.

0.2 PIPES

A. Steel Pipe, DN 150 and Smaller: Standard-Weight Steel Pipe ASTM A 53, Type S

(seamless), Grade A, Schedule 40, factory galvanized.

B. Steel Pipe, DN 200 and Larger: Standard-Weight Steel Pipe ASTM A 53, Type S

(seamless), Grade A, Schedule 40, factory galvanized.

0.3 PIPE FITTINGS

A. All fittings shall be factory galvanized.

B. Malleable-Iron Threaded Fittings: ASME B16.3.

C. Steel, Threaded Couplings: ASTM A 865.

D. Steel Flanges and Flanged Fittings: ASME B16.5.

E. Steel, Grooved-End Fittings: UL-listed and FM-approved, ASTM A 47, malleable iron or

ASTM A 536, ductile iron; with dimensions matching steel pipe and ends factory grooved
according to AWWA C606.

F. Steel, Press-Seal Fittings: UL 213 and FM-approved, 1200 kPa pressure rating; with steel
housing, butylene O-rings, and pipe stop; for use with Schedule 5, plain-end, steel pipe.
Include UL 45-listed fitting manufacturer's pressure-sealing tools.

0.4 JOINING MATERIALS

A. Refer to Division 15 Section "Basic Mechanical Materials and Methods" for pipe-flange
gasket materials and welding filler metals.

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B. Steel, Keyed Couplings: UL 213 and AWWA C606, for steel-pipe dimensions. Include
ASTM A 536, ductile-iron housing, rubber gaskets, and steel bolts and nuts. Include listing
for dry-pipe service for couplings for dry piping.

0.5 POLYETHYLENE ENCASEMENT

A. Polyethylene Encasement for Ductile-Iron Piping: ASTM A 674 or AWWA C105, film,

0.20-mm minimum thickness, tube or sheet.

0.6 GENERAL-DUTY VALVES

A. Refer to Division 15 Section "Valves" for gate, ball, butterfly, globe, and check valves not
required to be UL listed and FM approved.

0.7 FIRE-PROTECTION-SERVICE VALVES

A. General: UL listed and FM approved, with minimum 1200 kPa nonshock working-pressure
rating. Valves for grooved-end piping may be furnished with grooved ends instead of type
of ends specified.

B. Gate Valves, DN50 and Smaller: UL 262; cast-bronze, threaded ends; solid wedge;
OS&Y; and rising stem.

C. Gate Valves, DN65 and Larger: UL 262, iron body, bronze mounted, taper wedge, OS&Y,
and rising stem. Include replaceable, bronze, wedge facing rings, and flanged ends.

D. Swing Check Valves, DN50 and Smaller: UL 312 or MSS SP-80, Class 150; bronze body
with bronze disc and threaded ends.

E. Swing Check Valves, DN65 and Larger: UL 312, cast-iron body and bolted cap, with
bronze disc or cast-iron disc with bronze-disc ring and flanged ends.

F. Split-Clapper Check Valves, DN100 and Larger: UL 312, cast-iron body with rubber seal,
bronze-alloy discs, and stainless-steel spring and hinge pin.

0.8 SPECIALTY VALVES

A. Deluge Valves: UL 260, cast-iron body, 1200 kPa working pressure; hydraulically
operated, differential-pressure type. Include flanged inlet and outlet, bronze seat with O-
ring seals, trim sets for bypass, drain, electric sprinkler alarm switch, pressure gages, drip
cup assembly piped without valves and separate from main drain line, fill-line attachment
with strainer, and push-rod chamber supply connection.

1. Option: Grooved-end connections for use with grooved-end piping.

2. Wet, Pilot-Line Trim Set: Include gage to read push-rod chamber pressure, globe
valve for manual operation of deluge valve, and connection for actuation device.

B. Pressure-Regulating Valves: UL 1468, 2760 kPa minimum rating, brass. Include DN40 or
DN65, female NPS inlet and outlet; adjustable setting feature; and straight or 90 degree
angle pattern design as indicated.

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1. Finish: Rough chrome-plated.

C. Ball Drip Valves: UL 1726, automatic drain valve, DN20, ball check device with threaded
ends.

0.9 MANUAL CONTROL STATIONS

A. Manual Control Stations: Hydraulic operation, with union, DN15 pipe nipple, and bronze
ball valve. Include metal enclosure labeled "MANUAL CONTROL STATION" with
operating instructions and cover held closed by breakable strut to prevent accidental
opening.

0.10 HOSE CONNECTIONS

A. Description: UL 668, 2070 kPa minimum pressure rating, brass, chrome plated hose valve
for connection of fire hose. Include 90 degree angle pattern design; female NPS inlet and
male hose outlet; and lugged cap, gasket, and chain. Include DN40 or DN65 as indicated,
and hose valve threads according to NFPA 1963 and matching local fire department threads.
1.
2. Valve Operation: Pressure-regulating type.
3. Finish: Rough brass.
4. Finish: Rough chrome-plated.

0.11 HOSE STATIONS

A. Description: UL 47, semiautomatic hose stations. Include brass, chrome plated rack nipple;
hose rack; Stainless Steel 316 cabinet with 5 mm thick wire glass door, and complete with
the following features:

1. Valves: UL 668, 2070 kPa minimum pressure rating, 90 degree angle pattern hose
valve with female NPS inlet and outlet, unless otherwise indicated.

a. Valve Operation: Pressure-regulating type.

2. Threads and Gaskets: NFPA 1963 and matching local fire department threads.
3. Flow-Restricting Devices: DN40 brass, chrome plated adjustable for DN40 fire
hose inlet.
4. Fire Hose: NFPA 1961 and UL 219, lined fire hose with couplings, gaskets, and
nozzle. Include the following fire hose materials:

a. Jacket: Synthetic thread.

b. Lining: Plastic compound.
c. Cover: Rubber, plastic, or combination of compounds.
d. Cover: Optional.

5. Nozzles: UL 401.
6. Drain Valves: UL 1726.
7. Mountings: Pipe clamp or wall bracket for freestanding units.
8. Mountings: Pipe escutcheon for cabinet-mounted units.

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B. DN65 by DN40 Hose Stations: DN65 hose valve; DN65 by DN40 reducer adapter; hose
rack with water-retention device and pins for folded, DN40 lined hose; DN40 lined hose
with swivel inlet coupling and nozzle; and reducer adapter spanner wrench.

1. Hose-Rack Finish: Polished chrome plated.

2. Hose Valve and Trim Finish: Brass, chrome plated.
3. Fire Hose: Lined, 30 m length.
4. Nozzle: Brass, chrome plated adjustable from shutoff to fog spray or straight stream.

C. DN40 Hose Stations: DN40 hose valve; hose rack with water-retention device and pins for
folded, DN40 lined hose; and DN40 lined hose with swivel inlet coupling and nozzle.

1. Hose-Rack Finish: Polished chrome plated.

2. Hose Valve and Trim Finish: Brass, chrome plated.
3. Fire Hose: Lined, 30 m length.
4. Nozzle: Brass, chrome plated adjustable from shutoff to fog spray or straight stream.

D. DN65 and DN40 Hose Stations: DN65 hose valve with male threaded outlet, cap, and
chain and DN40 hose valve; hose rack with water-retention device and pins for folded,
DN40 lined hose; and DN40 lined hose with swivel inlet coupling and nozzle.

1. Hose-Rack Finish: Polished chrome plated.

2. Hose Valve and Trim Finish: Brass, chrome plated.
3. Fire Hose: Lined, 30 m length.
4. Nozzle: Brass, chrome adjustable from shutoff to fog spray or straight stream.

E. DN40 Hose-Reel Hose Stations: DN40 hose valve; hose reel with water-retention device
and pins for DN40 lined hose; and DN40 lined hose with swivel inlet coupling and nozzle.

1. Hose-Rack Finish: Polished chrome plated.

2. Hose Valve and Trim Finish: Brass, chrome plated.
3. Fire Hose: Lined, 30 m length.
4. Nozzle: Brass, chrome plated adjustable from shutoff to fog spray or straight stream.

0.12 ROOF HOSE CABINETS

A. Description: FM-approved, low-profile-type, hose station for roof mounting. Include the
following:

1. Housing: Stainless Steel 316 construction with reinforcement and modified to hold
not less than length of fire hose indicated.
2. Shutoff Valve: DN40 gate valve with extended stem.
3. Hose Connection: DN40 valve.
4. Fittings: Brass, chrome plated.
5. Hose: DN40, lined and suitable for exterior service. Include two 23 m lengths
coupled together.
6. Nozzle: DN40 brass, chrome plated adjustable from shutoff to fog spray or straight
stream.
7. Nozzle: Brass, adjustable-fog type.
8. Drain Valve: DN15 gate valve with extended stem.
9. Finish: Polished stainless steel.
10. Roof Curb: Matching housing dimensions.
11. Mounting Materials: Structural steel and wood blocking as recommended in writing
by manufacturer.
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0.13 MONITORS

A. Description: UL-listed, stationary, single-waterway type for 47.3-L/s water stream.

Include the following features:

1. Waterway: DN65 minimum, brass tube.

2. Operation: Lever handle.
3. Horizontal Rotation: 360 degrees with locking device.
4. Vertical Rotation: 80-degree elevation and 60-degree depression with locking device.
5. Nozzle: Brass, chrome plated adjustable from shutoff to fog spray or straight stream.

0.14 WALL FIRE HYDRANTS

A. Description: Cast-brass body with brass wall escutcheon plates; brass, lugged caps with
gaskets and brass chains; and brass, lugged swivel connections. Include outlets with threads
according to NFPA 1963 and matching local fire department sizes and threads, inlet with
pipe threads, extension pipe nipple, and valve control.

1. Type: Flush mounting.

2. Type: Exposed, projecting mounting.
3. Escutcheon Plates: Round.
4. Escutcheon Plates: Square or rectangular.
5. Finish: Polished chrome-plated.
6. Hydrant, Escutcheon-Plate Marking: "HYDRANT."
7. Hydrant, Valve Control: Wall-mounting assembly with extension rod for manual
control of valve inside building.
8. Hydrant, Valve Escutcheon Plate Marking: "HYDRANT VALVE CONTROL."

0.15 FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTIONS

A. Wall, Fire Department Connections: UL 405; cast-brass body with brass, wall, escutcheon
plate; brass, lugged caps with gaskets and brass chains; and brass, lugged swivel
connections. Include inlets with threads according to NFPA 1963 and matching local fire
department sizes and threads, outlet with pipe threads, extension pipe nipples, check devices
or clappers for inlets, and escutcheon plate with marking "STANDPIPE." Fire department
connections shall be suitable for use by [Dubai Airport Fire-brigade].

1. Type: Flush mounting.

2. Type: Exposed, projecting mounting.
3. Escutcheon Plate: Round.
4. Escutcheon Plate: Square.
5. Escutcheon Plate: Rectangular.
6. Finish: Polished chrome-plated.

B. Exposed, Freestanding, Fire Department Connections: UL 405, cast-brass body, inlets with
threads according to NFPA 1963 and matching local fire department sizes and threads, and
bottom outlet with pipe threads. Include brass, lugged caps, gaskets, and brass chains;
brass, lugged swivel connection and drop clapper for each hose-connection inlet; 460-mm-
high brass sleeve; and round, floor, brass, escutcheon plate with marking "STANDPIPE."
Fire department connections shall be suitable for use by [Dubai Airport Fire-brigade].

1. Finish Including Sleeve: Polished chrome-plated.

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0.16 ALARM DEVICES

A. General: Types matching piping and equipment connections.

B. Water-Flow Indicators: UL 346; electrical-supervision, vane-type water-flow detector; with

1725 kPa pressure rating; and designed for horizontal or vertical installation. Include two
single-pole, double-throw, circuit switches for isolated alarm and auxiliary contacts, 7 A,
125 V ac and 0.25 A, 24 V dc; complete with factory-set, field-adjustable retard element to
prevent false signals and tamperproof cover that sends signal if removed.

C. Pressure Switches: UL 753; electrical-supervision-type, water-flow switch with retard

feature. Include single-pole, double-throw, normally closed contacts and design that operate
on rising pressure and signals water flow.

D. Valve Supervisory Switches: UL 753; electrical; single-pole, double throw; with normally
closed contacts. Include design that signals controlled valve is in other than fully open
position.

E. Indicator-Post Supervisory Switches: UL 753; electrical; single-pole, double throw; with

normally closed contacts. Include design that signals controlled indicator-post valve is in
other than fully open position.

0.17 PRESSURE GAGES

A. Pressure Gages: UL 393, 90 to 115 mm diameter dial with dial range of 0 to 1725 kPa.

0.18 CONTROL PANELS

A. Description: Single-area, two-area, or single-area cross-zoned type as indicated. Control

panel includes NEMA ICS 6, Type 1 enclosure, detector, alarm, and solenoid-valve
circuitry for operation of deluge valves. Panels contain power supply; battery charger;
standby batteries; field-wiring terminal strip; electrically supervised solenoid valves and
polarized fire alarm bell; lamp test facility; single-pole, double-throw auxiliary alarm
contacts; and rectifier.

1. Panels: UL listed and FM approved when used with thermal detectors and Class A
detector circuit wiring. Electrical characteristics are 230 V ac, 50 Hz, with 24 V dc
rechargeable batteries.
2. Manual Control Stations: Electric operation, metal enclosure, labeled "MANUAL
CONTROL STATION" with operating instructions and a cover held closed by
breakable strut.
3. Manual Control Stations: Hydraulic operation, with union, DN15 pipe nipple, and
bronze ball valve. Include metal enclosure labeled "MANUAL CONTROL
STATION" with operating instructions and a cover held closed by breakable strut.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

0.1 PREPARATION

A. Perform fire-hydrant flow test according to NFPA 291. Use results for system design
calculations required in "Quality Assurance" Article in Part 1 of this Section.

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B. Report test results promptly and in writing.

0.2 EARTHWORK

A. Refer to Division 2 Section "Earthwork" for excavating, trenching, and backfilling.

0.3 EXAMINATION

A. Examine roughing-in for hose connections and stations to verify actual locations of piping
connections before installation.

B. Examine walls and partitions for suitable thickness, fire- and smoke-rated construction,
framing for hose-station cabinets, and other conditions where hose connections and stations
are to be installed.

C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

0.4 PIPING APPLICATIONS

A. Do not use welded joints with galvanized steel pipe.

B. Flanges, unions, and transition and special fittings with pressure ratings the same as or
higher than system's pressure rating may be used in aboveground applications, unless
otherwise indicated.

C. Piping between Fire Department Connections and Check Valves: Use galvanized, standard-
weight steel pipe with threaded ends; cast- or malleable-iron threaded fittings; and threaded
joints.

D. Piping between Fire Department Connections and Check Valves: Use galvanized, standard-
weight steel pipe with grooved ends; steel, grooved-end fittings; steel, keyed couplings; and
grooved joints.

E. Underground Service-Entrance Piping: RTRP (GRE) pipe and fittings. Refer to Division
15, Section “Water Distribution Piping” for pipes underground and upstream of backflow
preventer

F. Standpipes: Use the following:

1. DN100 and Smaller: Galvanized, standard-weight steel pipe with threaded ends;
cast- or malleable-iron threaded fittings; and threaded joints.
1. DN100 and Smaller: Galvanized, standard-weight steel pipe with grooved ends;
steel, grooved-end fittings; steel, keyed couplings; and grooved joints.
2. DN125 and DN150 : Galvanized, standard-weight steel pipe with grooved ends;
steel, grooved-end fittings; steel, keyed couplings; and grooved joints.
3. DN200 and Larger: Galvanized, standard-weight steel pipe with grooved ends; steel,
grooved-end fittings; steel, keyed couplings; and grooved joints.

0.5 VALVE APPLICATIONS

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A. Drawings indicate valve types to be used. Where specific valve types are not indicated, the
following requirements apply:

1. Fire-Protection-Service Valves: UL listed and FM approved for applications where

required by NFPA 14.

a. Shutoff Duty: Use gate valves.

2. General-Duty Valves: For applications where UL-listed and FM-approved valves are
not required by NFPA 14.

a. Shutoff Duty: Use gate, ball, or butterfly valves.

b. Throttling Duty: Use globe, ball, or butterfly valves.

0.6 JOINT CONSTRUCTION

A. Refer to Division 15 Section "Basic Mechanical Materials and Methods" for basic piping
joint construction.

B. Steel-Piping, Grooved Joints: Use Schedule 40 steel pipe. Assemble joints with couplings,
gaskets, lubricant, and bolts according to coupling manufacturer's written instructions. Use
gaskets listed for dry-pipe service for dry piping.

0.7 SERVICE-ENTRANCE PIPING

A. Connect standpipe piping to water-service piping of size and in location indicated for
service entrance to building. Refer to Division 2 Section "Water Distribution" for exterior
piping.

B. Install shutoff valve, backflow preventer, pressure gage, drain, and other accessories
indicated at connection to water-service piping. Refer to Division 2 Section "Water
Distribution" for backflow preventers.

0.8 WATER-SUPPLY CONNECTION

A. Connect standpipe piping to building interior water distribution piping. Refer to

Division 15 Section "Water Distribution Piping" for interior piping.

B. Install shutoff valve, backflow preventer, pressure gage, drain, and other accessories
indicated at connection to water distribution piping. Refer to Division 15 Section
"Plumbing Specialties" for backflow preventers.

0.9 PIPING INSTALLATION

A. Refer to Division 15 Section "Basic Mechanical Materials and Methods" for basic piping
installation.

B. Locations and Arrangements: Drawing plans, schematics, and diagrams indicate general
location and arrangement of piping. Install piping as indicated, as far as practical.

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1. Deviations from approved working plans for piping require written approval from the
Engineer and authorities having jurisdiction. File written approval with the Engineer
before deviating from approved working plans.

C. Install underground service-entrance piping according to NFPA 24 and with restrained

joints.

D. Use approved fittings to make changes in direction, branch takeoffs from mains, and
reductions in pipe sizes.

E. Install unions adjacent to each valve in pipes DN50 and smaller. Unions are not required
on flanged devices or in piping installations using grooved joints.

F. Install flanges or flange adapters on valves, apparatus, and equipment having DN65 and
larger connections.

G. Install drain valves on standpipes.

H. Install ball drip valves to drain piping between fire department connections and check
valves. Drain to floor drain or outside building.

I. Install alarm devices in piping systems.

J. Hangers and Supports: Comply with NFPA 13 for hanger materials. Install according to
NFPA 14.

K. Earthquake Protection: Install piping according to NFPA 13 to protect from earthquake

damage.

L. Install piping with grooved joints according to manufacturer's written instructions.

Construct rigid piping joints, unless otherwise indicated.

M. Install pressure gages on riser or feed main, at each sprinkler test connection, and at top of
each standpipe. Include pressure gages with connection not less than DN8 and with soft
metal seated globe valve, arranged for draining pipe between gage and valve. Install gages
to permit removal, and install where they will not be subject to freezing.

0.10 VALVE INSTALLATION

A. Refer to Division 15 Section "Valves" for installing general-duty valves. Install fire-
protection specialty valves, trim, fittings, controls, and specialties according to NFPA 13
and NFPA 14, manufacturer's written instructions, and authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Gate Valves: Install fire-protection-service valves supervised-open, located to control

sources of water supply except from fire department connections. Provide permanent
identification signs indicating portion of system controlled by each valve.

C. Valves for Wall Fire Hydrants: Install gate valve with nonrising stem in supply pipe.

D. Install check valve in each water-supply connection. Install backflow preventers instead of
check valves in potable-water supply sources.

E. Deluge Valves: Install in vertical position, in proper direction of flow, in main supply to
deluge system.

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0.11 HOSE-CONNECTION INSTALLATION

A. Install hose connections adjacent to standpipes, unless otherwise indicated.

B. Install freestanding hose connections for access and minimum passage restriction.

C. Install DN40 hose-connection valves with flow-restricting device, unless otherwise

indicated.

D. Install DN65 hose connections with quick-disconnect DN65 to DN40 reducer adapter and
flow-restricting device, unless otherwise indicated.

E. Install wall-mounting-type hose connections in cabinets. Include pipe escutcheons, with

finish matching valves, inside cabinet where water-supply piping penetrates cabinet. Install
valves at angle required for connection of fire hose. Refer to Division 10 Section "Fire-
Protection Specialties" for cabinets.

0.12 HOSE-STATION INSTALLATION

A. Install freestanding hose stations for access and minimum passage restriction.

B. Install DN40 hose-station valves with flow-restricting device, unless otherwise indicated.

C. Install DN65 hose connections with quick-disconnect DN65 by DN40 reducer adapter and
flow-restricting device, unless otherwise indicated.

D. Install freestanding hose stations with support or bracket attached to standpipe or substrate.

E. Install wall-mounting, rack-type hose stations in cabinets. Include pipe escutcheons, with
finish matching valves, inside cabinet where water-supply piping penetrates cabinet. Install
valves at angle required for connection of fire hose. Cabinets are specified in Division 10
Section "Fire-Protection Specialties."

F. Install hose-reel hose stations on wall with bracket attached to substrate.

0.13 ROOF HOSE CABINET INSTALLATION

A. Install cabinets according to manufacturer's written instructions.

0.14 CONNECTIONS

A. Connect water-supply piping and standpipes to fire pumps. Include backflow preventers.

B. Install ball drip valves at each check valve for fire department connection. Drain to floor
drain or outside building.

C. Connect piping to specialty valves, hose valves, specialties, fire department connections,
and accessories.

D. Electrical Connections: Power wiring is specified in Division 16.

E. Connect alarm devices to fire alarm.

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F. Connect compressed-air supply to dry-pipe valve.

G. Connect air compressor to the following piping and wiring:

1. Pressure gages and controls.

2. Electrical power system.
3. Fire alarm system devices, including low-pressure alarm.

0.15 LABELING AND IDENTIFICATION

A. Install labeling and pipe markers on equipment and piping according to requirements in
NFPA 14 and in Division 15 Section "Mechanical Identification."

0.16 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Flush, test, and inspect standpipes according to NFPA 14, "Tests and Inspection" Chapter.

B. Replace piping system components that do not pass test procedures and retest to
demonstrate compliance. Repeat procedure until satisfactory results are obtained.

C. Report test results promptly and in writing to the Engineer and authorities having
jurisdiction.

0.17 COMMISSIONING

A. Verify that specialty valves, trim, fittings, controls, and accessories are installed and operate
correctly.

B. Verify that air compressors and their accessories are installed and operate correctly.

C. Verify that specified tests of piping are complete.

D. Verify that potable-water supplies have correct types of backflow preventers.

E. Verify that hose connections and fire department connections have threads compatible with
local fire department equipment.

F. Drain dry-type standpipe piping.

G. Pressurize and check dry-pipe valve air-pressure maintenance devices and air compressors.

H. Fill wet-pipe standpipe piping with water.

I. Verify that hose connections are correct type and size.

J. Verify that hose stations are correct type and size.

K. Energize circuits to electrical equipment and devices.

L. Start and run air compressors.

M. Adjust operating controls and pressure settings.

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PROJECT STANDARD SPECIFICATION

N. Coordinate with fire alarm tests. Operate as required.

O. Coordinate with fire-pump tests. Operate as required.

0.18 DEMONSTRATION

A. Demonstrate equipment, specialties and accessories, and train the Employer's maintenance
personnel to adjust, operate, and maintain standpipes and hoses. Refer to Division 1 Section
"[Demonstration and Training] [Closeout Procedures]."

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