Data/ The Attendant™ II

Dry Chemical Gasoline

Specification Station Fire
Suppression System
Sheet TM

TYPICAL MAIN ISLAND PROTECTION

1. Fixed temperature electrical 5

thermal detectors 4
2. Model ECH-Series Control Head

3. Model PAC-10/200 Pneumatic

Actuating Cylinder

4. Model ATD-35BC/80sBC Agent 2

Storage Cylinders

5. Fixed agent distribution piping 3 1

6. Model N-CATD Discharge Nozzles

6
7. Model RPS-M Remote Mechanical
Pull Station 7

General A modular concept of protection is used. A nozzle pair (called a

“cluster”) protects a specific hazard module determined by the hazard
The Attendant II Gasoline Station Fire Suppression System is a fire size and the cluster’s positioning within the module. Sets of clusters
control system designed to aid and enable occupants to evacuate are located to protect adjacent hazard modules that make up the
parked vehicles subjected to fire resulting from spilled fuel in the hazard area. A dedicated, stored-pressure cylinder containing sodium
protected area of gasoline service stations. A secondary purpose is to bicarbonate-based dry chemical extinguishing agent supplies the
extinguish small spill fires in the protected area. clusters with the necessary fire fighting agent through a fixed piping
network. Electrical fixed temperature thermal detectors are strategically
Gasoline service station vehicle fueling area fires are unique hazards,
positioned over the dispenser island. These detectors monitor the
having environmental and physical variables that can affect the
ambient temperature of the hazard area, and initiate a signal in the
extinguishing capability of The Attendant II Gasoline Station Fire
event that the rated temperature is exceeded. The control head
Suppression System. These variables include:
receives this signal and responds by initiating a pneumatic actuation
1. Unusual wind or weather conditions.
system. This actuation system opens the valve assemblies on the
2. Spills that extend beyond the protected area.
agent storage cylinders and releases the agent into the discharge
3. Sources of ignition beyond the protected area.
piping network. A mechanical means of manually activating the system
4. Sources of ignition that continue past the end of the discharge.
without electrical power is provided. This manual actuation may be
5. Large trucks and unforeseen obstacles to the discharge pattern.
either by turning the lever on the control head, or pulling the handle on
a remote manual release device.
System Operation
Expanded capability is available to provide supervision of the
The Attendant II Gasoline Station Fire Suppression System has been detection/initiation circuit, remote electrical manual actuation, gas
designed and tested to the September 29, 1998 revision of UL 1254 dispenser shut down, and audible alarm. Optional equipment will
Standard for Pre-Engineered Dry Chemical Extinguishing System enhance the basic system functions and be applicable when designing
Units and is Listed by Underwriters Laboratories for main island custom configurations to suit a particular customer’s needs or to
protection and end-of-island protection. comply with local codes.

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Marinette, WI 54143-2542 July 15, 2004
Telephone: 800-526-1079
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PC98144(2)
Suggested Architect’s Specifications 3.3 - Pneumatic actuation. The system shall have a PAC-Series
Pneumatic Actuating Cylinder whose valve opens upon activation of
1. General the control head. The valve shall release nitrogen from the PAC
cylinder into the pneumatic pipe and tubing network. This nitrogen
1.1 The fire extinguishing system shall be the stored pressure dry
shall depress a piston above the valve stem in each agent cylinder,
chemical pre-engineered fixed nozzle type manufactured by Pyro-
opening each agent cylinder valve and releasing the pressurized
Chem. This system shall provide for protection of the gasoline station
agent.
vehicle fueling area(s) described and defined in drawing ____ (Note
3.4 - Manual actuation. The system shall have mechanical manual
drawing number and revision).
actuation capability requiring no electrical power. This is accomplished
1.2 The system shall be capable of automatic and manual actuation. It
locally by twisting the handle on the cover of the ECH-Series Control
shall be tested in accordance with the September 29, 1998 revision of
Head, or remotely by means of a Model RPS-M remote mechanical
U.L. 1254 Standard for Pre-Engineered Dry Chemical
pull station.
Extinguishing System Units, and be Listed by Underwriters
3.5 - Auxiliary output. The system shall shut off power to all fuel
Laboratories. The system shall be installed and maintained in
dispensing units in the event of system actuation. This is accomplished
accordance with NFPA 17 Standard for Dry Chemical
by means of dry contacts on a Model MS-DPDT micro switch installed
Extinguishing Systems, NFPA 30 Flammable and Combustible
in the ECH-Series Control Head. The micro switch may also be used
Liquids Code, the manufacturer’s UL Listed Technical Manual, and all
for auxiliary functions such as audible alarms or alarm signalling.
local and/or State Codes and Standards.
3.6 - Supervision. A Model SM Series Solenoid Monitor shall be used
1.3 The system shall be designed for operation at ambient
to supervise the integrity of all electrical actuation circuits, whether
temperatures from –20 °F to 120 °F (–29 °C to 49 °C).
automatic or manual.
1.4 The system shall be designed for operation in a minimum 10 mile
3.7 - Manual electrical actuation (optional). The system can have
per hour wind.
electrical manual actuation capability. This is accomplished by the use
of a Remote Electrical Pull Station installed in the automatic detection
2. Cylinder and Agent circuit.
2.1 - Agent. The extinguishing agent shall be Pyro-Chem sodium
bicarbonate-based dry chemical agent (BC type). 4. Distribution Nozzles
2.2 - Cylinders. Steel cylinders manufactured, tested, and marked in
4.1 - Nozzles. The system shall utilize Model N-CATD Discharge
accordance with DOT 4BW450 shall be used to store the extinguish-
Nozzles to distribute agent throughout the hazard area. The quantity,
ing agent. Cylinder Models ATD-35BC and ATD-80sBC shall be used
location, and orientation of nozzles shall be in accordance with Pyro-
with extinguishing agent fill weight of 35 lbs. and 80 lbs., respectively.
Chem, The Attendant II Gasoline Station Fire Suppression System
All models are charged with dry nitrogen to 450 psig at 70°F.
Technical Manual, Part No. 551227.
2.3 - Cylinder valve. A pressure sealed poppet-type valve having a
4.2 - Nozzle covers. All nozzles shall be installed with nozzle covers to
brass body, stainless steel stem with rubber seat washer, fusible
prevent foreign matter from clogging the discharge nozzles.
safety relief assembly, and pressure gauge shall be used on all agent
cylinders.
2.4 - Cylinder bracketing. Cylinders shall be mounted vertically. The
5. Pipe and Fittings
cylinders shall be secured by use of a steel mounting bracket affixed 5.1 - Pipe. All pipe shall be Schedule 40 black, galvanized, chrome
to a rigid bracket capable of supporting the weight of the filled cylinder plated or stainless steel pipe in compliance with NFPA 17. All pipe
and the concussion of cylinder discharge. ends shall be thoroughly reamed after cutting, and all oil, chips, and
debris shall be removed prior to nozzle installation.
3. Actuation Controls 5.2 - Fittings. Standard weight malleable, galvanized, chrome plated or
stainless steel fittings shall be used.
3.1 - Control Head. The system control head shall include a Model
5.3 - Size. All system pipe and fittings will be sized in accordance with
ECH-Series Control Head. The control head shall be mounted directly
the system Technical Manual. No substitutions are allowed.
on the valve of a pneumatic actuating cylinder. A carbon dioxide pilot
5.4 - Joints. No joint sealant shall be used in the discharge piping.
cartridge that complies with MIL-C0601G shall be used as an integral
Exception: Teflon tape may be used to ensure a snug fit.
component of the control head. Control head status shall be visually
5.5 - Straps. All system discharge pipe shall be securely fastened by
indicated by a SET/FIRED indicator.
means of pipe hangers and/or pipe straps. UL listed pipe hangers
3.2 - Detection. The ambient temperature of the hazard area shall be
shall be used.
monitored by fixed temperature electrical thermal detectors. When the
5.6 - Union. A union shall be installed in the discharge piping
temperature of the hazard area exceeds the rating of any detector, the
conveniently close to the cylinder valve to permit disconnection for
detector shall close a normally open switch element within the
inspection and service.
detector, sending a signal to the control head. This signal shall
energize a solenoid in the control head which exercises the control
head and actuates the system.

MOUNTING
APPROX. BRACKET
MODEL NO. A B C D WEIGHT USED
ATD-35BC 10.00 30.00 35.75 27.75 70 lbs. MB-ATD or MB-U10
ATD-80sBC 14.00 40.25 46.00 37.25 192 lbs. MB-ATDS or MB-U14

ALL DIMENSIONS IN INCHES

002841PC