17.7.3.2.

1Spot-type smoke detectors shall be located on the ceiling or, if on a sidewall,

between the ceiling and 12 in.(300 mm) down from the ceiling to the top of the detector

7.5.5. Record Drawings (As-Builts)

Record drawings shall consist of current updated and shop drawings reflecting the
actual installation of all system equipment, components, and wiring

7.5.5.2 A sequence of operations in input/output matrix or narrative form shall be

provided with the record drawings to reflect actual programming at the time of
completion
7.4.9 A narrative description or input/output matrix of operation shall be provided to
describe the sequence of operation
A.7.5.3(1) Owner’s Manual. An owner’s manual should contain the following
documentation:
(1) A detailed narrative description of the system inputs, evacuation signaling, ancillary
functions, annunciation, intended sequence of operations, expansion capability,
application considerations, and limitations.
(2) A written sequence of operation in matrix or narrative form.
(3) Operator instructions for basic system operations, including alarm acknowledgment,
system reset, interpretation of system output (LEDs, CRT display, and printout),
operation of manual evacuation signaling and ancillary function controls, and change of
printer paper
(4) A detailed description of routine maintenance and testing as required and
recommended and as would be provided under a maintenance contract, including
testing and maintenance instructions for each type of device installed.
This information shall include the following:
(a) Listing of the individual system components that require periodic testing and
maintenance
(b) Step-by-step instructions detailing the requisite testing and maintenance procedures,
and the intervals at which these procedures shall be performed, for each type of device
installed
(c) A schedule that correlates the testing and maintenance procedures
(5) A service directory, including a list of names and telephone numbers of those who
provide service for the system

17.5.3.1 Total coverage

Total coverage shall include all rooms, halls, storage areas, basements, spaces above
suspended ceilings, and other subdivisions and accessible spaces, as well as the inside
of all closets, elevator shafts, enclosed stairways etc.
17.5.3.1.1.An inaccessible compartment that contain combustible material shall be fitted
with detectors. Same compartment to be made accessible.

21.3. For Elevator:

Although 17.5.3.1 mentions elevator hoist ways as one of the areas where detection
must be installed where total coverage is specified, smoke detectors installed in
hoistways might require continuous maintenance and could be a common source of
false or nuisance alarms. If total coverage is the fi re protection design goal, then the
hoistway could be protected by a heat detector(s) to meet that goal or smoke detectors
that are specifically listed for the environment
Exception: For lobby ceiling configurations exceeding 15 ft (4.6 m) in height or that are
other than flat and smooth, detector locations shall be determined in accordance with
Chapter 17.
21.3.7 When sprinklers are installed in elevator pits, automatic fire detection shall be
installed to initiate elevator recall in accordance with 2.27.3.2.1(c) of ANSI/ASME
A.17.1/CSA B44, Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators

Sound distinctiveness of alarms

10.10.2. Audible alarm notification appliances for a fire alarm system shall produce
signals that are distinctive from other similar appliances used for other purposes in the
same area that are not part of the fire alarm or emergency communications system

10.10.5. Supervisory signals shall be distinctive in sound from other signals, and their
sound shall not be used for an y other purpose

10.10.6 Trouble signals required to indicate at the protected premises shall be indicated
by distinctive audible signals, which shall be distinctive from alarm signals
Power related(Chapter 10)
A.10.6.7.3 The secondary power supply is not required to supply power to the fire alarm
system through parallel distribution paths. Automatic transfer switches are commonly
used to allow secondary power to be supplied over the same distribution system as the
primary power. The generator does not need to be dedicated to the fire alarm system

23.8.5.9 Signal Initiation — Fire Pump

23.8.5.9.1 Where fire pumps are required to be monitored and a building fire alarm
system is installed, a pump running signal shall be permitted to be a supervisory or
alarm signal.

23.8.5.9.2 Where fire pumps are required to be monitored and a building fire alarm
system is installed, signals other than pump running shall be supervisory signals

17.12.2 Sprinkler Water flow Alarm-Initiating Devices-Activation of the initiating

device shall occur within 90 seconds of water flow at the alarm-initiating device when
flow occurs that is equal to or greater than that from a single sprinkler of the smallest
orifice size installed in the system

A.17.12.2 The waterflow device should be field adjusted so that an alarm is initiated no
more than 90 seconds after a sustained flow of at least 10 gpm (40 L/min)

17.13 -Detection of Operation of Other Automatic Extinguishing Systems. The

operation of fire extinguishing systems or suppression systems shall initiate an alarm
signal by alarm initiating devices installed in accordance with their individual listings

A.17.13 Alarm initiation can be accomplished by devices that detect the following:
(1) Flow of water in foam systems
(2) Pump activation
(3) Differential pressure
(4) Pressure (e.g., clean agent systems, carbon dioxide systems, and wet/dry chemical
systems)
(5) Mechanical operation of a release mechanism

Heat Detectors:

17.6.3.4.1.1 Ceiling Slope Less Than 30 Degrees. For a ceiling slope of less than 30
degrees, all detectors shall be spaced using the height at the peak
17.6.3.4.1.2 Ceiling Slopes of 30 Degrees or Greater. All detectors, other than those
located in the peak, shall be spaced using the average slope height or the height of the
peak
17.6.3.4.2.1 A row of detectors shall first be located at or within 36 in. (910 mm) of the
peak of the ceiling