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Various
parts of a fire sprinkler systems must be tested at
different intervals per
NFPA 25. Below are some of the items tested
during an inspection: |

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Various
Spinkler Head Types |
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1. Are
systems functional upon arrival. |
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2. Are
gauges good and reading correctly. |
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3. Are main
control valves open. |
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4. Control
valves operate through full range. |
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5. Valves
lubricated as needed. |
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6. Building
heated in wet sprinkler area. |
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7. Are there
extra sprinkler heads in cabinet. |
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8. Water
motor and gong functional. |
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9. Electric
alarm test satisfactory. |
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10. Alarm devices
functional & free of damage. |
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11. Alarm trim
valves ok and set. |
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12. Stock & storage
18" below sprinkler. |
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13. Alarm time
delay tested in seconds. |
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14. More tested depending
on system type... |
Fire Hose & Fire Hydrant |