Without knowing full details of the site and the location of the ANSUL equipment, there are 3 main reasons for an accidental discharge:
Either the mechanical release mechanism was pulled by a disgruntled employee (most common reason for a discharge); the service/ maintenance schedule has not been followed and a fusible link has failed; the mechanism has failed within the Automan Unit.
ANSUL Systems operate automatically when fire linkages are connected and the tension lever is ON. ANSUL can also be deployed manually by pulling the handle.
yes, if it has a hood it has to have a fire suppression system.
ANSUL is the brand name of a wet chemical fire suppression system manufacturer based in the US. The systems are commonly found in kitchens.
Telegan Protection LtdSealand Centre
Ansul is a brand name for wet chemical fire suppression equipment found in kitchens of restaurants and hotels. The systems usually contain an automated activation system (via a heat rated fusible link) and a manual release mechanism. A low Ph fire suppression chemical (known as Ansulex, or R-102) is stored within agent tanks, and is fed through supply lines after actuation by pressurised Nitrogen or CO2 (stored in cartridge form) to discharge nozzles above appliances. Most of the system components are made from Stainless Steel for hygiene reasons. Ansul systems are very design specific and should only be designed, installed and maintained by authorised Ansul distributors and engineers.
The Ansul system can be activated manually by pulling a manual pull station or automatically by a fusible link melting due to high heat, releasing the fire suppression agent.
Ansul is an Oakville, Ontario based company which manufactures and distributes fire protection gear such as fire extinguishers, as well as fire hazard outfits for commercial businesses.
Action Fire Security Services Ltd.Bridges Industrial EstateRed Cow, Naas RoadDublin 22
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My brother has a Restaurant and days ago, he upgraded the Fire Suppression System (also named Ansul System). So the ansul, has only a microswitch that has only 3 leads (two contacts, one "nc" and "no"). Now, how is the diagram to interconnect this microswitch with othe elements (electrical) to disconnect one outlet that is located under the hood plus the fan, as per code here in the city? The guy who install the Ansul did only the mechanical part. I'm an electrician and I would like to do the electrical connections.
Moulded breakers or shunt trip breakers - selection is defined by the current rating requirement.