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Product code:
BOUT32-RED - A6E60200516
BOUT67-RED - A6E60200459
BOUT80-RED - A6E60200460
BOUT120-RED - A6E60200722
Functions
The extinguishant cylinder contains FK5-1-12 over-pressurized with nitrogen, or HFC227ea
over-pressurized with nitrogen.
The cylinder is used alone or as part of a cylinder battery.
The fitted cylinder - meaning the cylinder, its valve unit and its protective cap - has been
manufactured in compliance with the European directive regarding transportable pressure
equipment (TPED 2010/35/EU). The valve and the cylinder are marked π (pi).
The cylinder is made of seamless forged steel. It is covered with priming paint and a top
coat, whose colors are given in the technical data.
The cap protects the valve during transport, handling and storage of the cylinder.
Type summary
Delivery
The cylinder is delivered with:
● a protective cap PROCAP-N,
● a set of instruction labels in 4 languages.
Equipment combinations
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Product documentation
Notes
Security
This product may only be installed by Siemens-authorized specialized installers, with
experience in the design, installation and maintenance of automatic extinguishing systems.
During installation, it must be ensured that:
● this product is installed in compliance with the accident prevention regulations and
national regulations in force,
● this product is used as intended,
● any danger is avoided,
● Siemens requirements are met (assembly instructions, technical instructions,
commissioning, and operating instructions),
● the operators have received and understood the information related to this product.
At commissioning, ensure compliance with the legislation in force, technical regulations and
safety instructions.
Failure to comply with Siemens' instructions may result in serious bodily injury or significant
property damage, for which Siemens cannot be held liable.
Siemens reserves the right to make technical modifications and/or improvements at any
time.
Transport
● Do not transport the cylinder if the valve is fitted with actuators.
● Ensure that all valve ports are closed with Siemens caps.
● Always transport the cylinder equipped with its protective cap.
● Never let the cylinder fall.
● Never bang cylinders together.
● Comply with the applicable transport regulations.
Installation
● Before carrying out any operation on the cylinder valve, fix the cylinder to its attachment
support.
● Remove the protective cap.
● Affix the instruction label so that it is visible.
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Maintenance
Safety measures
● Before handling, dismantling or transport, place the cylinder in safe position.
After an actuation
● Make the installation safe.
● Replace the cylinder with an identical cylinder.
Regulatory check
According to the applicable national regulations. Must be carried out at least every 10 years
on manufacturing date of the cylinder.
● Carry out periodic inspections in compliance with Siemens' instructions.
For cylinders containing pressurized FK5-1-12, periodic testing is reduced to 5 years if the
cylinder must be moved.
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Technical data
BOUT32-RED
* Special feature of FK5-1-12: When calculating the necessary quantity of agent, take into account that some FK5-
1-12 remains in the cylinder after discharge, that is not used for extinguishing.
Remaining extinguishing agent quantity after discharge: approximately 2 kg
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BOUT67-RED
* Special feature of FK5-1-12: When calculating the necessary quantity of agent, take into account that some FK5-
1-12 remains in the cylinder after discharge, that is not used for extinguishing.
Remaining extinguishing agent quantity after discharge: approximately 2 kg
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BOUT80-RED
* Special feature of FK5-1-12: When calculating the necessary quantity of agent, take into account that some FK5-
1-12 remains in the cylinder after discharge, that is not used for extinguishing.
Remaining extinguishing agent quantity after discharge: approximately 2 kg
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BOUT120-RED
* Special feature of FK5-1-12: When calculating the necessary quantity of agent, take into account that some FK5-
1-12 remains in the cylinder after discharge, that is not used for extinguishing.
Remaining extinguishant quantity after discharge: approximately 4 kg
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Marking (on cylinder shoulder)
First line Coupling thread/Country of origin/Supplier ID/Cylinder
serial number/Non-destructive test marking
Second line Minimum guaranteed thickness (mm)/Empty weight
(kg)/Actual water capacity (l)/PW Operating pressure/
PH Test pressure (bar)
Third line π and notified body number/Minimum operating
temperature/Manufacturing standard/Notified body
country and stamp/Last testing date/Next testing year
Dimensions
Dimensions in mm
A* B C* D* E* F
BOUT32-RED 1 245 1030 ±20 1 100 1 233 150 229 ±1 %
BOUT67-RED 1 765 1 550 ±15 1 620 1 753 150 267 ±1 %
BOUT80-RED 1 965 1 750 ±18 1 820 1 953 150 267 ±1 %
BOUT120-RED 1 775 1 560 ±20 1 630 1 763 150 345 ±1 %
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Edition 2019-01-28