wet-pipe systems.
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Tests shall be conducted under the supervision of a factory-trained
representative of the control panel manufacturer. The electrical control
system shall be tested to verify that the control panel and all wiring have
been installed correctly and that all components function as intended.
Tests shall be conducted using normal operating and battery power. Testing
shall include, but not be limited to, each of the following:
a.
Alarm initiating circuit and device. This shall include heat
detectors, manual actuation stations, waterflow and pressure
switches, and similar devices connected to the control panel.
b.
Supervisory circuit and device. This shall include valve
supervisory (tamper) switches, pump power circuits, pump running,
low liquid level in foam concentrate tank, and similar circuits
and devices.
c.
Actuation circuit and device. This shall include circuits to
automatic water control valves, foam concentrate pumps, fire
pumps, and similar circuits related to system activation.
d.
Annunciator lamp and notification appliance. This shall include
bells, horns, electronic signaling, and similar devices.
3.6
FINAL TEST
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NOTE: This paragraph must be modified to suit
specific project requirements and preferences.
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3.6.1
Requirements
The Final Test shall be a repeat of Preliminary Tests, except that flushing
and hydrostatic tests shall not be repeated. In addition, the system shall
be automatically actuated and allowed to discharge for a period of at least
one minute prior to shutting the system off. The Contractor shall correct
system failures and other deficiencies identified during testing and shall
retest portions of the system affected by the required corrections.
3.6.1.1
Pretest Requirements
The system will be considered ready for final testing only after the
following have been accomplished.
a.
The required test plan has been submitted and approved.
b.
Preliminary tests have been made and deficiencies determined to
have been corrected to the satisfaction of the equipment
manufacturer's technical representatives and the Contracting
Officer.
c.
Test reports, including the required videotape of the preliminary
tests, have been submitted and approved.
d.
The control panels and detection systems shall have been in
service for a break-in period of at least 14 consecutive days
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