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Description / Abstract:
These requirements cover alarm accessories for automatic
water-supply control valves for use in automatic sprinkler
equipment for fire protection service. Accessories may include
water motors and gongs, pressure-operated switches, and other
electrical and nonelectrical attachments, components, or units
commonly used with alarm, dry-pipe and pre-action valves.
Requirements for the installation and use of alarm accessories
with automatic water-supply control valves are included in the
Standard for Installation of Sprinkler Systems, NFPA 13.
The electrical alarm accessories for automatic water-supply
control valves are intended for fire-protective signaling use in
ordinary locations in accordance with the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70.