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    The document summarizes different types of automatic sprinkler systems, including wet-pipe, dry-pipe, pre-action, and deluge systems. It describes how each system operates, when water is introduced into the piping, and any time delays involved. It also lists common sprinkler components and types of sprinklers used in automatic sprinkler systems.

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    The American University in Cairo

    AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERS

    Sprinkler System

    OPERATION
    Automatic sprinkler system as a network of

    charged hose line (pipes) suspended throughout a facility and ready to deliver water through regularly spaced nozzles (sprinklers) shortly after fire starts. Water is automatically released when sprinklers fusible element (metal link or glass bulb) is heated equal or above its temperature rating.

    Continue
    The metal link melts or the bulb bursts,

    releasing the water under pressure, which hits the sprinklers deflector to form an umbrella-like spray pattern over the fire. Each sprinkler operates individually.

    Types of Sprinkler Systems


    1. Wet-pipe System
    2. Dry-pipe System 3. Pre-action System 4. Deluge System

    The Wet-pipe Sprinkler System


    Is the most common.
    The sprinkler piping is filled with water

    under pressure. When the individually fused sprinklers operate, the water immediately discharges and continues to flow until the system is shut off.

    The Dry-pipe Sprinkler System


    Is used in unheated areas where water in

    piping would be susceptible to freezing. Instead of water, the the piping contains pressurized air. The air holds the water behind a dry-pipe valve, which is located in heated area. When a sprinkler operates, the drop in air pressure automatically opens the dry-pipe valve, which lets water into the pipes. Time delay.

    The Pre-action Sprinkler System


    Is similar to a dry-pipe system but is considered slightly more efficient. This system is used where an alarm in advance of sprinkler operation is desired, and where it is particularly important to prevent accidental discharge of water. Heat or smoke detectors are installed throughout a protected area. When a detector actuates, an automatic water control valve admits water through sprinkler piping, where it remains until a sprinkler head operates.

    The Deluge System


    Operates in much the same manner as the

    pre-action system, but with one exception: The sprinkler heads are open (they have no fusible element) so that water will discharge from all sprinklers simultaneously, wetting down the entire protected area. This system is used in high-hazard occupancies where the immediate application of large quantities of water is needed.

    Alarms
    Within each sprinkler system is an alarm. It is activated when a predetermined

    amount of water flows through an alarm actuating device. A local alarm sounds an audible signal on the premises and alert employees. A proprietary or central station alarm sends an electrical impulse to a supervisory station.

    Alarms

    Types Of Sprinklers
    1.
    2. 3.

    4.
    5. 6. 7. 8.

    Upright Standard Sprinkler Pendent Standard Sprinkler Dry-pendent Sprinkler Sidewall Sprinkler Rack Storage Sprinkler Large-drop sprinkler Early Suppression-Fast Response (ESFP) On-off Sprinklers

    Sprinkler Components
    Orifice Size
    Temperature Rating Occupancy (light Moderate Extra)

    Control Valves
    Commodity Classification Sprinkler Piping and Spacing Water Supply (Tanks Muncipal -) Connections (Test conn. siamese)

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