[2.9
MASTER BOX PEDESTAL
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NOTE: Select master box pedestal for pedestal
mounted telegraphic master boxes. Select radio
master box pedestal for pedestal mounted radio
master boxes.
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Construct pedestal of galvanized sheet metal with heavy cast iron base,
designed to support the fire alarm box and light. The shaft shall be
rectangular in cross section with a hollow compartment inside, readily
accessible and containing facilities for installing cable terminals. Such
facilities shall be capable of mounting no less than ten two-point
terminals. The pedestal shall have a suitable red and white finish of the
same shades as those used for the fire alarm boxes.
][2.10
RADIO MASTER BOX PEDESTAL
Pedestal shall have a round aluminum barrel with a bell base, designed to
support the radio transmitter, location light, and antenna. The bell base
shall contain a compartment with access plate to permit pulling and
splicing of cables in the base.
]2.11
[MASTER BOX LOCATION LIGHT] [RADIO MASTER BOX LOCATION LIGHT]
Light shall be a vaportight, incandescent type fixture constructed of a
cast aluminum housing and unbreakable, heat resistant, threaded ruby globe.
The light shall be supported with 15 mm 1/2 inch galvanized steel conduit
screwed into the hub on the top of the master box. Light shall be located
approximately one foot above the master box. Light shall be provided with
an incandescent 25-watt, 130-volt AC extended service lamp.
2.12
AFFF CONCENTRATE
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NOTE: Select percentage when specifying MIL-F-24385
concentrate. Consult the facility fire department
and the Division Fire Protection Engineer.
MIL-F-24385 does not cover alcohol resistant-type
concentrate. Specify UL listed alcohol
resistant-type concentrate if there is a possibility
of alcohol-based liquids being present. When
alcohol resistant foam is required, it must be used
at the UL listed application rate. Currently 3
percent alcohol resistant-type concentrate is not
available.
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[MIL-F-24385, [3] [6] percent] [UL listed alcohol/polar solvent resistant
type].
2.12.1
Concentrate Fill Pump
Provide one pump to fill foam system tank. Pump shall have a minimum flow
rate of 27 L/m 7 gpm. Pump shall be complete with 115 VAC motor, fused
switch, power cord with plug and 3 meters 10 foot minimum suction and clear
discharge hoses.
SECTION 13957N
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