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SECTION XXXXXX AIR SAMPLING SMOKE DETECTION SYSTEMS
THE A/E SHALL EDIT THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT, REMOVE BRACKETS AND
CHANGE THE RED TEXT TO AUTOMATIC TEXT TO MATCH THE SENTENCE.
THE A/E SHALL VERIFY THAT SECTION TITLES REFERENCED IN THIS SECTION ARE
CORRECT FOR THIS PROJECT'S SPECIFICATIONS; SECTION TITLES MAY HAVE CHANGED.
PART 1 - GENERAL
SCHEDULE 0 - SUMMARY
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - This Section Includes the following:
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Air Sampling Smoke Detector(s) (ASD).
0.1 Display(s).
0.2 Sampling pipe network.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Provide Air Sampling Smoke Detection (ASD) system(s) for both open
area detection and HVAC return coverage using Air Sampling Smoke Detection System(s) as
indicated in this Specification and on the Drawings.
SCHEDULE 1 - DEFINITIONS
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PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - AHJ Authority Having Jurisdiction
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - ASD Air Sampling Detection
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - ASSD Air Sampling Smoke Detection
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 3 - BAS Building Automation System
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 4 - FACP Fire Alarm Control Panel
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 5 - VEWFD Very Early Warning Fire Detection
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 6 - EWFD

Early Warning Fire Detection

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 7 - SFD Standard Fire Detection


SCHEDULE 2 - SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

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PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - System shall consist of a detector assembly housing an integral
aspiration fan, filter, laser based detection chamber and control, output and supervision
circuitry.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - System shall consist of a piping or tubing distribution network that runs
from the detector assembly(s) to the protected area(s) and is supported by calculations from a
computer-based design modeling tool.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - System shall consist of sampling points placed on the piping or tubing
network within the airstream of return air or transfer grilles and, where specified, make up air
ducts at spacing as specified herein and by Manufacturers guidelines.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 3 - For open area coverage system shall consist of sampling points placed
on the piping or tubing network at locations where smoke detectors are required by all
applicable codes and Owners Standards as indicated in this Specification.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 4 - In operation, the aspiration fan in the detector assembly draws air from
sampling points in the piping or tubing distribution network back to the detector assembly
where it is analyzed for fire products.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 5 - System shall include configurable alarm and trouble relay outputs for
interface to other systems where required.
DELETE PARAGRAPH BELOW IF NETWORKING OF ASD DETECTORS IS NOT REQUIRED.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 6 - System shall communicate on an RS485 network with each device
incorporating an integral repeater and loop isolator.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 7 - System shall be capable of communicating to various manufacturers
fire alarm or suppression control panel through a UL listed High Level Interface or by relay
connectivity where High Level Interface is not available with a particular manufacturers fire
alarm or suppression control panel.
SCHEDULE 3 - PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - System shall be complete in all ways. It shall include all engineering,
and electrical installation, all detection and control equipment, auxiliary devices and controls,
alarm interface, functional checkout and testing, training and all other operations necessary for
a functional, UL listed and FM Approved system.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - System design, installation, commissioning and testing shall be in
accordance with this Specification, the Manufacturers guidelines and per all applicable codes
and requirements of the local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - All Air Sampling Smoke Detection devices and associated components
shall be new, standard products or the manufacturers latest design and suitable to perform the
functions intended.

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PRODUCT DATA SHEET 3 - Air sampling network shall be designed and installed to monitor the
total room for smoke concentration, not simply an area within a larger space. This requires that
air samples be continuously drawn from the ceiling, above ceiling, raised floor (if present), and
from the return air intakes serving the room when indicated on drawings.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 4 - Air sampling pipe networks at the ceiling, above ceiling, and the raised
floors shall mirror each other. This will facilitate response to an alarm as well as maintenance
by the on-site work force.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 5 - Detectors protecting areas less than 6000 square feet may be protected
using combined coverage systems Under certain restrictive circumstances the detectors can be
designed to cover, no more than three protected areas (above drop ceiling, ceiling, below raised
floor) plus HVAC return of a room. When protecting HVAC and one or more levels of
detection, 50% of a detectors airflow capacity shall be reserved for monitoring of the HVAC
system return air path serving the room.
DELETE UNUSED SPACING REQUIREMENTS IN PARAGRAPH BELOW.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 6 - Sample point spacing for open area detection shall be [200 VEWFD],
[400 EWFD], [900 SFD] square feet per sampling point.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 7 - Open area ceiling sampling points shall be oriented downward and shall
be within one to four inches below the underside of the ceiling above where the ceiling is
smooth. For ceilings that have beams, girders, solid joist or a waffle-like construction, etc.
mount detectors in accordance with the special provisions in NFPA 72 .
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 8 - Sampling points shall be accessible for inspection and maintenance. A
sampling point shall be visible from the floor, installed in an area on the ceiling or slab that is
free from obstructions for a minimum of 18 inches on all sides, and located so that it can be
reached from the floor by the use of a ladder.
DELETE UNUSED CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS IN PARAGRAPH BELOW.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 9 - Placement of sampling points nearest to walls shall be greater than 12
inches and less than [10 VEWFD], [12 EWFD], [15 SFD] foot.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 10 - Sampling points shall be a minimum of three feet away from air
supply diffusers.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 11 - Manufacturers specific FM approved software modeling tool which
uses pipe network parameters shall be used to predict performance of pipe network design(s).
Each of the following performance requirements shall be met:
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Transport Time: Shall not exceed [60 VEWFD], [90 EWFD], [120 SFD] seconds from the furthest
sampling point on each pipe run back to the detector.
11.1
Share: The sum of air drawn through the sampling points (excluding the end vent) versus the
total volume of air entering the pipe shall comply with Manufacturers design criteria.
11.2
Balance: The volume of air drawn from the last sampling point (not the end vent) versus the
average volume of air through all other sampling points on the pipe shall comply with the
Manufacturers design criteria.
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11.3

Suction Pressure: The suction pressure at every sampling point, including the end vent, shall
not be less than 25 Pascals.
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11.4
The Fire 1 target sample point sensitivity shall not exceed [1% VEWFD], [1.50% EWFD] or
[2.00% SFD] obsc/ft at each sampling point.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 12 - Sample point spacing for return air or transfer grille detection shall be
based upon sampling point distribution of a maximum of one (1) sample point per every four
(4) square feet of grille area. See manufacturers installation instructions for specific details.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 13 - Sampling pipe covering HVAC return air intakes shall standoff 3 to 6
inches from the grille in order to avoid the low or negative pressure point directly at the grille
surface. Furthermore, sampling points covering return air intakes shall be directed 33 to 45
into the airflow and shall not be placed outside of grille area. A means to disconnect the
sampling pipe from return air intakes shall be provided and based on Manufacturers
guidelines. Mechanical standoff fasteners used to support the sampling pipe network shall be
fit for purpose. Plastic zip ties are not permitted.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 14 - Where indicated on drawings, outside fresh air intake ducts shall each
be monitored by sampling points of a VEWFD ASSD system prior to filtration to monitor
incoming air for smoke. The sampling pipe network shall not be directly exposed to the outside
environment. Precautions shall be taken to ensure the ASSD system operates within its UL
listed temperature range and that condensation is prevented from entering the system (refer to
Drawing for details). Follow manufactures pipe network design guide for duct applications.
Air Sampling Smoke Detector(s) covering HVAC fresh air intake ducts shall be dedicated to the
duct in which they are monitoring. Detector(s) exhaust port shall pipe back into the fresh air
intake duct so as to maintain an equal pressure across detector inlet and exhaust port. These
detectors are supervisory inputs to the Fire Alarm Control Panel or BAS only and do not alarm
the building causing evacuation. Provide detailed drawing of proposed installation for approval
to the Architect/Engineer project manager prior to installation.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 15 - All sampling points shall be marked with the Manufacturers standard
identification labels.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 16 - For open area detection, provide a test point at the end of each pipe
run 4-feet above finished floor for testing smoke transport time back to the detector assembly.
Test point shall be constructed using a vented end-cap. Provide necessary signage to indicate
the purpose of this test point. Provide a detail of this sampling point along with signage
information for approval.
SCHEDULE 4 - SUBMITTALS
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Product Data:
Submit Manufacturers technical product data as a minimum, but not limited to, for the following:
Air Sampling Smoke Detector(s).
A. Display unit(s).
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B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.

Programming device(s).
Sampling pipe.
Input/output and monitoring devices.
Devices such as relays if needed, etc.
Wiring diagrams.
Equipment ratings.
Description of system operation for each product and that the system meets or
exceeds specified requirements.

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Shop Drawings:


1.1 Shop Drawings shall be prepared by persons with the following qualifications:
Trained and certified by Manufacturer in fire alarm and Air Sampling System design.
A. NICET certified fire alarm technician, Level III minimum.
B.
If required licensed or certified by the authorities having jurisdiction.
1.2 Information shall be submitted on 1/8" = 1'-0" scale building floor plans. Reproduction of contract
drawing will not be acceptable. The following information shall be included in the shop
drawings:
A.

Provide mounting details of air sampling smoke detectors, displays, power supplies
and other boxes to building structure, showing fastener type, sizes, material, and
embedded depth where applicable.
REVISE DRAWING NUMBER IN SUBPARAGRAPH BELOW BASED ON ACTUAL DRAWING
NUMBERS OF PROJECT.
B.
Air sampling pipe, fittings and pipe details including pipe routing and method to
remove pipe section at the HVAC return air grille. Reference Drawing XXX for
details.
The following Calculations and Wiring Diagrams shall also be included on the shop drawings:
C.
D.

Provide calculations for the battery stand-by power supply taking into
consideration the power requirements of all auxiliary components under full load
conditions. Include battery size calculations.
Show system components, including detectors and cabinets, locations, quantities,
and full schematic of system wiring showing conductor size, routings, quantities
and connection details.

Reflected Ceiling Plans: Show ceiling penetrations, ceiling-mounted items, and method of attaching
hangers to building structure.
System Performance Calculations:
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Submit report generated from Manufacturers system performance calculation program
illustrating performance criteria such as transport time to the detector. The system
transport time shall not exceed 60 [VEWFD], 90 [EWFD], 120 [SFD] seconds
from the furthest sampling point back to the detector.
A complete sequence of operation.
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PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - Permit Approved Drawings: Working plans, prepared according to
NFPA 72, that have been approved by Authorities Having Jurisdiction. Include design
calculations.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 3 - Maintenance data
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 4 - Warranty information.
SCHEDULE 5 - QUALITY ASSURANCE
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Manufacturer's Qualifications:
Firms regularly engaged in manufacture of Air Sampling Smoke Detection systems of types, sizes, and
electrical characteristics required, and whose products have been in satisfactory use in similar service for
not less than fifteen years.
0.1 The name of the manufacturer, part numbers and serial numbers shall appear on all major
components.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Designers and Technicians Qualifications:
1.1 A Professional Engineers (PE) license in Fire Protection Engineering, a PE license in Electrical
Engineering, a PE who is regularly engaged in the design of fire detection and alarm systems, or
a NICET Level III or Level IV certified fire alarm technician working under the direct
supervision of a PE as qualified above. The PE shall have evidence of not less than 4 years
experience in designing fire detection and alarm systems.
1.2 Final construction drawings shall be signed and stamped/sealed and issued by a Professional Engineer
registered in the state where the installation is to be made either by the System Designer or
Engineer Consultant.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - Contractor Qualifications:
2.1 All contractors involved with the design and installation of ASSD systems shall be very experienced
with the systems that they are designing / installing. A minimum of 5 years experience in the
installation of ASSD systems and a NICET level III fire alarm technician on staff to supervise
the design and installation is required.
2.2 The installing contractor shall be listed by the system manufacturer as being trained and certified to
model, design, install, program, test and maintain the ASSD system and shall be able to produce
a certificate stating such upon request.
2.3 The installing contractor shall maintain appropriate licensing and certifications from the state in
which the work occurs.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 3 - Installer and Testing Technicians Qualifications:
3.1 Installers of fire detection and alarm systems shall be trained and qualified by the system
manufacturer in the proper installation of the system per the occupancy use. System testing
technicians or others conducting system programming, certification, power up, and system
commissioning, shall be an accredited NICET Level II (or greater) fire alarm technician to
perform such work.
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PRODUCT DATA SHEET 4 - Materials and installation shall be in accordance with the latest
revisions of the following codes, standards and specifications, except where more stringent
requirements have been specified herein:
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NFPA 70:
National Electrical Code.
4.1 NFPA 72:
National Fire Alarm Code.
4.2
[NFPA 75: Standard for the Fire Protection of Information Technology
Equipment.]
4.3
[NFPA 76: Standard for the Fire Protection of Telecommunications Facilities.]
4.4 UL Listed and FM Approved devices.
4.5 Standards listed, as well as all other applicable codes and standards shall be used as minimum
design standards. Also, to be considered are the requirements of the Authority Having
Jurisdiction and good engineering practices.
SCHEDULE 6 - CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS AND DOCUMENTATION
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Operation and Maintenance Manuals:
Requirements and recommendations related to maintenance.
0.1 Manufacturers user training manuals.
0.2 Provide all information required for shop drawing and product data review.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Record Drawings:
1.1 Equipment installation, operation and programming manuals.
1.2 Manufacturers required maintenance related to system warranty requirements.
1.3 Include name, telephone number, address, and contact information for the local fire alarm installing
contractor.
1.4 Record drawings to show as-built conditions to include, but not limited to the following:
Parts list.
A. Circuit drawings, point-to-point wiring diagram, riser diagram and control
diagrams.
B.
Sequence of Operation which includes detailed operation and control of each item
of equipment and a control sequence.
C.
Final location of all devices related to the fire alarm system.
D. Show size and route of all conduits related to the fire alarm system.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - Field quality-control test reports.
Record all tests and system calibration using the Manufacturers standard commissioning form for each
and every ASSD system provided. A copy of these results shall be included in close-out submittals and a
copy made available to be left on site.
SCHEDULE 7 - DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
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PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - It is the Contractors responsibility to ensure on-time delivery of all
materials and equipment required for the Project. All materials furnished or incorporated in the
Work shall be new, unused, of best quality, and especially adapted for the service required;
whenever the characteristics of any material are not particularly specified, such material shall
be utilized as is customary in first class work of a nature for which the material is employed.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Contractor shall provide necessary means to properly stage and store all
materials and equipment until time of use or installation on the Project. Contractor shall be
solely responsible for materials and equipment stored on the Site; type and extent of security
provided to be at Contractors discretion. Coordinate all requirements with Owner.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - Contractor shall be responsible for proper handling, rigging, and
installing of all materials and equipment for the Project.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 3 - Owner reserves the right to reject any materials or equipment that are
not properly stored in accordance with these specifications or the Manufacturers requirements.
SCHEDULE 8 - WARRANTY
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - All ASSD system components furnished and installed under this
contract, shall be guaranteed against defects in design, materials and workmanship for the full
warranty period which is standard with the Manufacturer, but in no case less than one (1) years
from the date of system acceptance.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
SCHEDULE 0 - MANUFACTURERS
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Manufacturers Basis of Design Bid: Subject to compliance with
requirements, provide products by Xtralis Inc. Base bid shall include the Basis of Design.
Substitutions will be considered for products by other manufacturers, but are not required in
advance of bid. When substitution requests are submitted, the Architect / Engineer will be the
sole judge of equivalency.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Manufacturers:
Xtralis Inc, (Basis of Design). Manufacturers Approved Unit(s):
VESDA VLF (LaserFOCUS)
A. VESDA VLC (LaserCOMPACT)
B.
VESDA VLP (LaserPLUS)
C.
VESDA VLS (LaserSCANNER)
D. VESDA VLI
E.
VESDA ECO
F.
VESDA VFT
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1.2 All devices and equipment shall be UL Listed and FM approved.
SCHEDULE 1 - MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Air Sampling Smoke Detector(s):
Detector(s) shall be aspirated laser-based type.
0.1 The laser detection chamber shall be of the mass light scattering type and capable of detecting a wide
range of smoke particle types of varying size. A particle counting method shall be employed for
the purposes of:
Preventing large particles from affecting the true smoke reading.
A. Monitoring contamination of the filter (dust & dirt etc.) to automatically notify
when maintenance is required. The particle counting method shall not be used for
the purpose of smoke density measurement.
Detector(s) shall be equipped with an integral two-stage disposable filter cartridge. The first stage shall
be capable of filtering particle in excess of 20 microns from the air sample. The second stage shall be
ultra-fine, removing more than 99% of contaminant particles of 0.3microns or larger, to provide a clean
air barrier across critical detector optics to eliminate internal detector contamination.
0.2 Detector(s) shall be self monitoring for filter contamination and provide indication through system
fault when replacement is necessary. Detectors which allow automatic reset of filter status upon
removal and reinsertion are not permitted.
0.3 Detector(s) shall contain relays for alarm and fault conditions. The relays shall be software
programmable to the required functions.
0.4 Detector(s) shall be network capable, each with its own integral bus isolator and repeater.
0.5 Detector(s) shall be equipped with integral control buttons for Reset and Isolate.
0.6 Detector(s) shall be equipped with a general purpose input to allow either: Remote Reset, Isolate or
Standby.
0.7 Detector(s) shall be modular, with each detector monitored by an integral or externally mounted
Display Unit featuring indicator LEDs. For addressable detectors, indicators shall identify
which pipe is carrying smoke. Remote Display units shall incorporate integral control buttons
for Reset and Isolate.
0.8 Detectors(s) shall permit configuration by Programmers that are either integral to the system, portable
or PC based.
0.9 Detector(s) shall allow programming of:
Smoke threshold alarm levels.
A. Time delays.
B.
Faults, including airflow, detector, power, filter and network as well as an
indication of the urgency of the fault.
C.
Configuration of relay outputs for remote indication of alarm and fault conditions.
D. General purpose input functionality.
Detectors shall provide a minimum of three alarm output levels corresponding to Alert, Action or
Prealarm and Fire 1. For suppression release and HVAC shutdown, when required, a fourth level
corresponding to Fire 2 shall be provided, in which case detectors capable of four alarm output levels
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shall be required. Alarm levels shall be programmable and able to be set within UL limits at absolute
sensitivities meeting sensitivity objectives. Setting and adjustment of sensitivities by means of adaptive
algorithms is not permitted.
Detector(s) shall incorporate a flow sensor in each pipe inlet and provide staged airflow faults. Detector
units which permit disabling of flow sensors is not permitted.
0.10
Detector(s) shall incorporate facilities to transmit the following faults:
Detector
A. Airflow
B.
Filter
C.
System
D. Zone
E.
Network
F.
Power
G. Urgent and Minor faults
Each detection unit shall store internally a minimum of 12,000 events in its history buffer for future
extraction and analysis of events and operational status.
0.11
Addressable detectors shall have four pipe inlets fitted with an integral scanning valve
mechanism to identify which sampling pipe is carrying smoke. The valve mechanism shall:
Begin to sample each pipe individually upon detection of smoke.
A. Be used to identify the level of smoke in each pipe.
B.
Be used to indicate in which pipe an alarm was first detected.
Detector and associated assemblies shall accommodate addition of Manufacturers compatible gas
detection and analysis equipment.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Display Unit(s):
Display Unit(s) shall have as a minimum the following features:
LED indicators corresponding to actual smoke growth.
A. Real-time smoke level in obsc/ft.
B.
LED indicators corresponding to the alarm thresholds of the detector.
C.
LED indication that the First Alarm Sector is established (four zone addressable
detectors).
D. LED indication of which pipe(s) is carrying smoke (four zone addressable
detectors).
E.
LED indicators shall be provided for each fault category.
F.
Minor and urgent fault LED indicators.
G. User interface buttons, supporting at a minimum, the following features:
1)
2)

Reset
Isolate

Display Unit shall be either integral to the detector or externally mounted next to its corresponding
detector or were designated on Drawings.
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PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - Programmers:
One Programmer module shall be required and shall be located within a detector or externally mounted
where designated on Drawing.
2.1 Programmer shall support the following features at a minimum:
Programming of any device on the network.
A. Viewing of the status of any device in the system.
B.
Adjustment of time and date.
C.
Adjustment of alarm thresholds.
D. Adjustment of period of sampling for each pipe (four zone addressable detectors).
E.
Configuration of relays.
F.
Setting of day/night, weekend and holiday sensitivity thresholds.
G. Multi-level password control.
H. Programming of high and low flow settings for airflow supervision.
I.
Programming of aspirator speed control (detectors with adjustable fan speed
settings).
J.
Programming of maintenance intervals.
K. Testing of relays to aid commissioning and testing.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 3 - Sampling Pipe, Fittings and Mounting Hardware:
Material for pipe and fittings shall be orange chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) pipe. The pipe
shall be UL listed as an accessory for plenum use as per UL1887 standard.
3.1 Pipe interior shall be smooth bore.
3.2 The pipe shall be marked with the UL Listing information and marking requirements as per NFPA 72.
3.3 All fittings shall be made with compatible CPVC pre-formed elbows, tees, couplings and unions.
3.4 All joints in the sampling pipe must be air tight and made by using solvent cement, except at entry to
the detector.
3.5 Pipe shall be UL listed and FM approved for its intended use and with the system in which it is
connected to.
3.6 Mechanical pipe fasteners and hangers shall be approved for use with the CPVC pipe material in
which it is supporting. Fasteners and hangars shall allow pipe to freely slide in and out to
facilitate expansion and contraction of the material.
3.7 It shall be the installing contractors responsibility to confirm pipe material and mounting methods
selected meets this Specification, requirements of the local Authority Having Jurisdiction and
Manufacturers guidelines.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 4 - Power Supply and Batteries:
System shall be powered by from a UL1481 listed regulated supply of nominally 24Vdc.
4.1 Power supply shall be provided with appropriately sized/rated batteries to accommodate the systems
power requirements in the event main AC power is interrupted.
4.2 Provide battery size based on the systems power requirements which will have 24-hour standby and
15-minutes in an alarm condition.
SCHEDULE 2 - INITIAL COMMISSIONING SETTINGS
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A.

The initial alarm threshold sensitivity setting at time of system commissioning shall be set and
based upon the following formulas for each ASSD system:

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Fire 1 Divide target sampling point sensitivity of [1% VEWFD], [1.5% EWFD], [2.00% SFD] obs/ft by
number of holes in overall system pipe network to derive at the Fire 1 alarm threshold.
0.1 Action or Prealarm Program at 40% below Fire 1 threshold.
0.2 Alert Program at 30% below Action threshold.
0.3 Fire 2 - Program at 400% above Fire 1 threshold.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Both day and night alarm thresholds are to be programmed to the same
settings.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - Detector(s) alarm delays shall be as follows :
Fire 2 (where required): 30 seconds.
2.1 Fire 1: 15 seconds.
2.2 Action / Prealarm: 30 seconds.
2.3 Alert: 30 seconds.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 3 - Detector(s) flow delays
Flow High: 10 seconds
3.1 Flow Low: 10 seconds
3.2 Flow delay: 60 seconds
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 4 - Scan Delay (Four Zone Detectors): 30 seconds
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 5 - Sector Delay (Four Zone Detectors): 15 seconds
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 6 - Filter Fault: 1825 days
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 7 - Signals
REVISE SUBPARAGRAPHS BELOW TO MEET PROJECT REQUIREMENTS.
Fire 2 (where indicated for use):
Discrete visual indicator at detector unit
A. Fire alarm at Fire Alarm Control Panel
B.
Audible/visual alarm at Fire Alarm Control Panel
C.
Fire alarm signal to the monitoring station
D. Actuation signal for release of fire suppression systems or HVAC shutdown when
indicated
Fire 1
Discrete visual indicator at detector unit
E.
Fire alarm at Fire Alarm Control Panel
F.
Audible/visual alarm at Fire Alarm Control Panel
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G.

Fire alarm signal to the monitoring station

Action / Prealarm
Discrete visual indicator at detector unit
H. Action/Prealarm at Fire Alarm Control Panel
I.
Audible/visual alarm at Fire Alarm Control Panel
J.
Fire alarm signal to the monitoring station
Alert
Discrete visual indicator at detector unit
K. Alert at Fire Alarm Control Panel
L.
Audible/visual alarm at Fire Alarm Control Panel
M. Fire alarm signal to the monitoring station
Scan Threshold (4 zone detectors when used)
Discrete visual indicator at detector unit
Sector Pipe Identification (4 zone detectors when used)
Discrete visual indicator at detector unit
Urgent Fault
Discrete visual indicator at detector unit
N. Trouble indication at Fire Alarm Control Panel
O. Trouble to the monitoring station
Minor Fault
Discrete visual indicator at detector unit
P.
Trouble indication at Fire Alarm Control Panel
Q. Trouble to the monitoring station
SCHEDULE 3 - FINAL ALARM THRESHOLD SETTINGS AFTER 30 DAY VERIFICATION
TEST
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - To ensure that the earliest possible alarm for detected smoke is rendered
with the fewest number of false alarms. Each ASSD system shall be subjected to a 30-day
minimum test before the system is considered acceptable. During the period while the
sensitivity verification test is being conducted, normal operations shall continue unaltered
within the fire zone. The building alarm shall be connected to the ASSD system, but alarms
triggered by the system should not activate the automatic suppression systems and/or fire
department notification.

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PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - At the end of this 30-day period the Fire Alarm Contractor shall
download each ASSD systems event log using the Manufacturers software and analyze the
data providing for adjustments in accordance with the Manufacturers recommended procedure
for data analysis, settings adjustment and compensatory measures should adjustment exceed
minimum performance requirements as outlined herein.
SCHEDULE 4 - DEVICE LABELING:
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - All piping and sampling points shall be labeled as per Manufacturers
recommendation and per NFPA 72, current edition, requirements.
SCHEDULE 5 - ELECTRICAL POWER AND WIRING
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - General: All power and distribution shall meet the requirements of the
Manufacturer, applicable codes and standards.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - The FIRE alarm level contacts for each zone will be tied into the
building fire alarm control panel for alarm annunciation. For an addressable ASSD, each zone
will be assigned an individual address that will appear at the building fire alarm control panel
and at all remote annunciator panels. The system will activate an alarm condition in the
building fire alarm system when the ASSD system FIRE 1 alarm level is reached.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
SCHEDULE 0 - EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Comply with NFPA 72 and in accordance with the Manufacturers
written instructions for installation of Air Sampling Smoke Detection systems.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Air Sampling Smoke Detector assembly:
Detector assembly shall be mounted to a wall in the protected room at a height of approximately 48 to 60
inches to top of detector measured above finished floor.
1.1 Mounting location shall be a fully accessible and visible location.
1.2 Mounting or attachment to site equipment, cable trays, movable walls, other equipment or equipment
supports is not permitted.
1.3 Piping network insertion into the detector inlet shall not be glued.
1.4 Air Sampling Smoke Detector assembly shall be installed in accordance with this Specification and
the Manufacturers installation and instruction manuals.
1.5 Flexible tubing for termination of the sampling pipe network into detector inlet is not permitted (refer
to Drawing for details).
1.6 Air Sampling Smoke Detector assembly shall be installed in accordance with this Specification, the
Manufacturers installation and instruction manuals.
1.7 Installation techniques shall be in compliance with the geographical seismic zone requirements in
seismic zones per the AHJ.
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PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - Pipe Mounting:
The pipe network shall be mounted as per the design and ASPIRE2 specifications. The hardware used for
mounting will depend upon the design and site requirements.
2.1 To minimize flexing the pipes shall be secured every 5 feet.
2.2 Pipes shall be suspended between 1 to 4 inches below the ceiling.
2.3 When installing a pipe network in areas subject to high temperature fluctuations allow for the
contraction and expansion of pipes.
2.4 Where expansion or contraction of pipes is likely either after installation or on a continuous
basis, do not place pipe clips adjacent to couplings and socket unions as these may interfere
with the movement of the pipe.
2.5 No bends are permitted within the first 18 from the detector inlet.
2.6 Piping shall be mounted as close to the ceiling as possible.
2.7 The routing of the piping network shall be coordinated with potential obstructions, including
cable trays, grounding bars, and HVAC ductwork.
2.8 All changes in direction shall be made with standard elbows or tees.
2.9 All joints shall be air-tight and made by using solvent cement, except at the entry to the detector
assembly. Refer to ASTM F402-88 standard practice for safe handling of solvent cements,
primers and cleaners used for joining thermoplastic pipe and fittings.
2.10 Flexible tubing for termination of the sampling pipe network into detector inlet is not permitted
(refer to Drawing for details).
2.11 All pipes shall be supported by mechanical hangers attached to the structure of the building.
Not more than one foot of pipe shall extend beyond the last hanger of each sampling pipe. The
final installation shall result in no noticeable deflection in the piping network.
DELETE SUBPARAGRAPH BELOW IF NOT APPLICABLE.
2.12 Attachment of air sampling pipes to cable trays gray iron and telecommunications equipment
is prohibited.
2.13 Piping shall be labeled with the Air Sampling Smoke Detection system with Manufacturers
identification at least 20-foot intervals.
2.14 Placement of the sampling pipe shall take into consideration appropriate sampling point
locations and spacing.
2.15 All sampling pipe penetrations of fire-rated partitions shall be sealed with an Underwriters
Laboratorys Listed and/or FM Global Approved through-penetration firestop material.
2.16 Sampling pipe covering HVAC return air intakes or transfer grilles shall standoff 3-6 inches
from the grille in order to avoid the low or negative pressure point directly at the grille surface.
Furthermore, sampling points covering return air intakes or transfer grilles shall be directed 33
to 45 into the airflow and shall not be placed outside of grille area. A means to disconnect the
sampling pipe from return air intakes shall be provided and based on Manufacturers guidelines.
Mechanical standoff fasteners used to support the sampling pipe network shall be fit for
purpose. Plastic zip ties are not permitted.
2.17 Sample pipe serving return air grilles shall be fitted with a CPVC union to facilitate removal
of sample pipe from grille to access HVAC filters.
2.18 Sampling pipe serving outside air intake ducts shall not be directly exposed to the outside
environment. Precautions shall be taken to ensure the ASSD system operates within its UL
listed temperature range and that condensation is prevented from entering the system (refer to
Drawing for details). Furthermore, sampling points covering outside air intake ducts shall be
placed prior to filtration. Follow manufactures pipe network design guide for duct
applications.
Provide detailed drawing of proposed installation for approval to the
Architect/Engineer project manager prior to installation.
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2.19 Swarf and other debris accumulated in pipes during installation and assembly shall be removed
by negative airflow prior to connection to the detector.
2.20 Sampling pipe network shall be installed in accordance with this Specification and the
Manufacturers design manual.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 3 - Capillary Sampling Network:
3.1

In areas with a suspended ceiling the sampling pipe network shall be installed above the ceiling
with remote sampling points extending through the ceiling using appropriate lengths of 3/8 inch
inside diameter capillary tubing attached to remote sampling points. Remote sampling point
locations shall align in center of ceiling tile where possible provided spacing meets the
requirements of this specification. Appearance shall be uniform in terms of sampling point row
alignment. Coordinate layout with T-Bar grid.
DELETE TEXT BELOW IF NOT APPLICABLE.
3.2 In areas designated on the Drawings, lower level sampling points shall extend from sampling
pipe network supported to the underside of the ceiling using lengths of 3/8 inch diameter
capillary tubing attached to remote sampling points. [Secure remote sampling points to
auxiliary iron using in an acceptable manner that ensures secure support but allows future
relocation. Sampling points shall reside within 1 to 6 inches of the underside of ox iron
approximately 9.2 feet above finished floor.]
3.3 The maximum length of the capillary tube shall be 26 feet.
3.4 Two additional feet of capillary tubing shall be provided for each drop to permit future
relocation of remote sampling points (not to exceed 26 foot limitation).
3.5 Remote sampling points shall be labeled with the Manufacturers standard identification
marking.
3.6 Capillary tube and attachment to sampling pipe network shall be that required by the
manufacturer.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 4 - Combined Detection Coverage:
4.1 It is permissible for a sampling pipe network to protect both the ceiling and return air grilles provided
individual pipe or a branched sampling pipe network is deployed and that the area is serviced by
the same HVAC system. Strict compliance with the Manufacturers system design manual shall
be given when applying a system in this fashion.
SCHEDULE 1 - IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Install framed instructions in a location visible from Air Sampling
Detector.
SCHEDULE 2 - FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Perform tests and inspections.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - The Air Sampling Smoke Detection System Contractor shall draft and
submit, to the Architect / Engineer and the Owners Representative, for approval, a detailed
Method of Procedure (MOP) commissioning plan, per area, which outlines all commissioning
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activities and identifies each activity and test, zone specific, necessary for a complete
verification of the design and operation prior to start of testing.
ADJUST DURATION BELOW TO MEET PROJECT REQUIREMENTS.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - The complete system shall be functionally tested in the presence of
Architect / Engineer and/or Owners Representative and all functions must be operational at
least [five (5)] days prior to the final acceptance tests.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 3 - Tests and Inspections:
General testing:
All system and equipment devices shall function as required and designed.
A. Each detector unit circuit shall be tested for trouble by inducing a trouble condition
into the system.
B. Test wiring runs for continuity, short circuits, and grounds before system is
energized. Test and record resistance, current, and voltage readings as work
progresses.
C. Field tests shall be performed for all devices and functions of the ASSD system
(100%) prior to the performing a final test to be witnessed and accepted by the local
AHJ. All testing shall be coordinated with the Architect / Engineer and the Owners
Representative
3.2
3.3
3.4

Visual Inspection: Conduct visual inspection prior to testing.


Correct malfunctioning equipment, and then retest to demonstrate compliance. Replace
equipment that cannot be corrected or does not perform as specified and indicated, then retest to
demonstrate compliance. Repeat procedure until satisfactory results are obtained.
Report test results promptly and in writing to Architect / Engineer, the Owners Representative
and Authorities Having Jurisdiction.

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 4 - Acceptance Tests:


Prior to final acceptance, the installing contractor shall provide complete operation and maintenance
instruction manuals as indicated in this specification Part 1, Closeout Submittals and Documents. All
aspects of system operation and maintenance shall be detailed, including piping isometrics, wiring
diagrams of all circuits, a written description of the system design, sequence of operation and drawing(s)
illustrating control logic and equipment used in the system. Checklists and procedures for emergency
situations, troubleshooting techniques, maintenance operations and procedures shall be included in the
manual.
4.1 Final Acceptance Test shall begin only when the Preliminary Test Report has been approved.
4.2 As-Built Drawings and previous test results shall be available at the time of testing.
4.3 The installation shall not be considered accepted until identified discrepancies have been corrected
and test documentation is properly completed and received.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 5 - Prepare test and inspection reports.
Upon completion of a successful test, the fire protection contractor shall so certify the system in writing
to Owners Representative.
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5.1 Submit copy of test results in duplicate, after signed off by the AHJ, to the Architect / Engineer and
the Owners Representative.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 6 - Upon acceptance by the Architect / Engineer and the Owners
Representative, the completed system(s) shall be placed into service.
SCHEDULE 3 - DEMONSTRATION AND TRAINING
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Train Owner's maintenance personnel to adjust, operate, and maintain
Air Sampling Smoke Detection Systems.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Prior to final acceptance, the installing contractor shall provide
operational training to each shift of Owners personnel. Each training session shall include
ASSD system operation, trouble procedures, supervisory procedures, auxiliary functions and
emergency procedures.
ADJUST DURATION BELOW TO MEET PROJECT REQUIREMENTS.
Furnish training for a minimum of [four (4)] Owner designated employees of the system user:
Training in the receipt, handling, and acknowledgement of alarms.
A. Training in the system operation including manual control of output functions from
the system.
B.
Training in the testing of the system including logging of detector sensitivity, field
test of devices and response to common troubles.
C.
The total training requirement shall be sufficient to cover all items specified.
END OF SECTION XXXXXX

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