Series 758 Firelock Actuated System Valve Installation, Maintenance, and Testing Manual
Series 758 Firelock Actuated System Valve Installation, Maintenance, and Testing Manual
Series 758 Firelock Actuated System Valve Installation, Maintenance, and Testing Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Required Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Trip Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
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Important Information
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This product must be installed by an experienced, trained installer, in accordance with the instructions provided
with each valve. These instructions contain important information.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury, property damage, or valve leakage.
If you need additional copies of this literature, or if you have any questions about the safe installation and use of
this device, contact Victaulic Company, P.O. Box 31, Easton, PA 18044-0031 USA, Telephone: 001-610-559-3300.
Definitions for identifying the various hazard levels shown on warning labels, or to indicate proper safety procedures in this
instruction manual, are provided below.
This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages on warning labels in this instruction manual. When
you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of personal injury. Carefully read and fully understand the message
that follows.
NOTICE
The use of the word NOTICE signifies special instructions, which are
important, but not related to hazards.
Printed in U.S.A.
GENERAL
1. Read and understand this manual before proceeding with installation, maintenance, and testing of the Victaulic
Fire Protection Device. This product must be installed by an experienced, trained installer, in accordance with instructions provided
with each valve. These instructions contain important information. Additional copies of these valve installation instructions are available
at no charge. If you need additional copies, or if you have any questions about the safe installation and use of this device, contact
Victaulic Company, P.O. Box 31, Easton, PA 18044-0031 USA, Telephone: 001-610-559-3300.
2. Use only recommended accessories. Use of improper accessories or equipment in conjunction with these fire protection
devices may result in improper operation of the system.
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3. Avoid dangerous environments. If utilizing electrically-powered tools for installation, be sure that the area is free of moisture or
wetness, which could create an unsafe condition. Keep work area well illuminated. Allow sufficient space for the device, trim, and
accessories, plus allow sufficient space to accommodate proper installation.
4. Prevent back injury. Larger and pre-trimmed valves may be sufficiently heavy. Installation may require more than one person, or
mechanical lifting equipment, to position the unit properly. Utilize proper lifting techniques and be aware of the possible need for
assistance.
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5. Inspect the equipment. Be sure all parts are included, and that you have all necessary tools available to install the device properly.
6. Wear safety glasses, hardhat, and safety footwear. Always practice safety first.
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7. Watch for pinch points. Do not put fingers under the valve base where they could be pinched by the weight of the valve. Exercise
caution around spring-loaded components, such as the swing clapper, clapper locking latch, and piston spring assembly.
8. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas, benches, and slippery floors invite accidents.
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9. Wear ear protection. Your hearing should be protected if exposed to long periods of very noisy job-site or shop operations.
10. Keep visitors away. All visitors should be kept a safe distance away from the work area.
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Piping systems must always be depressurized and drained before attempting disassembly and/or removal of any
Victaulic piping products.
Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury, property damage, or valve leakage.
1. Always notify the authority having jurisdiction. Any system service that requires taking a control valve or alarm valve out of
service may eliminate the fire protection provided by the system. Prior to servicing or testing the system, notify the authority having
jurisdiction of the operation being performed.
2. Always depressurize the system before attempting any maintenance work. Water under pressure, trapped air, or system
air pressure may be present and must be fully deactivated and depressurized prior to proceeding with any service work, disassembly, or
removal of any parts.
3. Follow NFPA requirements for system testing and inspection schedules. The authority having jurisdiction may mandate
more frequent or additional tests or inspections.
4. Keep system free from freezing (wet systems), foreign matter, or corrosive atmospheres. Any condition, which might
degrade the system or adversely affect system performance, must be avoided.
5. Depressurize valve before removing cover plate bolts. The cover may blow off if these bolts are removed while the valve is
pressurized.
INTRODUCTION
The following procedures are a guide for the proper assembly of Victaulic Series 758 Actuated System
Valves with Deluge Trim.
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These instructions are based on pipe that is prepared and grooved properly in accordance with the
latest published Victaulic grooving specifications.
Piston
Assembly
Latch
Clapper
Seal
Alarm
Outlet
"WEEP" Hole
Alarm
Test
Seat
DIMENSIONS
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Dimensions
Inches/mm
Without Trim
Depth
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9.00
21.00
13.00
18.00
13.00
10.00
228,6
533,4
330,2
457,2
330,2
254,0
9.00
21.00
13.00
18.00
13.00
10.00
60,3
228,6
533,4
330,2
457,2
330,2
12.50
21.00
14.00
20.00
15.50
533,4
355,6
508,0
393,7
21.00
14.00
20.00
15.50
Flanged
Grooved
Flanged
Grooved
43.0
7.00
4.00
4.00
16.7
101,6
101,6
7,6
19,5
7.00
4.00
4.00
17.0
43.0
254,0
177,8
101,6
101,6
7,7
19,5
7.50
5.00
5.00
41.2
65.0
292,1
190,5
127,0
127,0
18,7
29,5
11.50
7.50
5.00
5.00
41.2
65.0
76,1 mm
317,5
12.50
11.50
317,5
533,4
355,6
508,0
393,7
292,1
190,5
127,0
127,0
18,7
29,5
12.50
21.00
14.00
20.00
15.50
11.50
7.50
5.00
5.00
42.1
65.0
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With Trim
177,8
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Height
A
B
mm
GROOVED GROOVED
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Valve
Size
Inches
317,5
533,4
355,6
508,0
393,7
292,1
190,5
127,0
127,0
19,1
29,5
15.00
20.00
15.00
21.00
14.00
12.00
8.00
9.00
6.00
55.0
95.0
381,0
508,0
381,0
16.00
21.10
16.00
165,1 mm
406,4
535,9
406,4
16.00
21.10
16.00
535,9
18.00
18.00
219,1
457,0
457,0
GROOVED FLANGED
304,8
203,2
228,6
152,4
24,9
43,1
12.00
8.50
7.00
7.00
73.0
115.0
558,8
355,6
304,8
215,9
177,8
177,8
33,1
52,2
22.00
14.00
12.00
8.50
7.00
7.00
73.0
115.0
406,4
558,8
355,6
304,8
215,9
177,8
177,8
33,1
52,2
16.00
23.00
16.00
12.00
14.00
9.50
7.00
142.0
182.0
406,4
584,0
406,4
304,8
355,6
241,3
177,8
64,4
82,6
406,4
355,6
14.00
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168,3
533,4
22.00
114,3
88,9
16.00
20.00
15.00
21.00
14.00
12.00
8.00
9.00
6.00
65.0
105.0
114,3
406,4
508,0
355,6
533,4
355,6
304,8
203,2
228,6
152,4
29,5
47,6
17.00
21.10
16.00
22.00
14.00
12.00
8.50
7.00
7.00
83.0
125.0
168,3
165,1 mm
431,8
535,9
406,4
558,8
355,6
304,8
215,9
177,8
177,8
37,6
56,7
17.00
21.10
16.00
22.00
14.00
12.00
8.50
7.00
7.00
83.0
125.0
431,8
535,9
406,4
558,8
355,6
304,8
215,9
177,8
177,8
37,6
56,7
18.00
18.00
16.00
23.00
16.00
12.00
14.00
9.50
7.00
155.0
195.0
219,1
457,0
457,0
406,4
584,0
406,4
304,8
355,6
241,3
177,8
70,3
88,5
50
40
30
20
10
0
10
15
20
25
50
75
100
125
150
175
NOTES:
200
225
250
275
300
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COMPRESSOR REQUIREMENTS
PR
12.0
8.0
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10.0
4.0
2.0
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0.0
50
75 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 550 600 650 700 750 800 850 900 950 1000
300 PSI
280 PSI
260 PSI
240 PSI
150.0
220 PSI
200 PSI
180 PSI
160 PSI
100.0
140 PSI
120 PSI
80 PSI
60 PSI
40 PSI
20 PSI
0.0
10
25
50
100
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50.0
200
300
400
500
1000
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140.0
300 PSI
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120.0
100.0
280 PSI
260 PSI
200.0
240 PSI
220 PSI
200 PSI
80.0
180 PSI
60.0
160 PSI
140 PSI
120 PSI
100 PSI
40.0
80 PSI
60 PSI
40 PSI
20.0
20 PSI
0.0
10
25
50
100
200
300
400
500
1000
100.0
240 PSI
220 PSI
200 PSI
180 PSI
80.0
160 PSI
140 PSI
60.0
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260 PSI
120 PSI
100 PSI
40.0
80 PSI
PR
60 PSI
20.0
40 PSI
ED
20 PSI
0.0
10
25
50
100
200
300
400
500
1000
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250.0
300 PSI
280 PSI
200.0
260 PSI
240 PSI
150.0
220 PSI
200 PSI
100.0
180 PSI
160 PSI
140 PSI
50.0
120 PSI
100 PSI
80 PSI
60 PSI
40 PSI
20 PSI
0.0
10
25
50
100
200
300
400
500
1000
250.0
200 PSI
160 PSI
140 PSI
150.0
120 PSI
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180 PSI
200.0
100 PSI
80 PSI
100.0
60 PSI
PR
40 PSI
50.0
0.0
25
50
100
200
300
400
500
1000
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20 PSI
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IMPORTANT SETTINGS
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INSTALLATION
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2. Regulate the air pressure to the proper system air pressure. Air pressure differing from the required system air
pressure could affect the operation of the system adversely.
3. Restrict the air supply in order to ensure that air being
exhausted from an open head or manual release valve is
not replaced by the air supply system as fast as it is being
exhausted.
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4. It is recommended practice that an inspectors test connection be provided on the release system. This inspectors
test connection should be equipped with a ball valve (normally locked closed), which can be opened in order to simulate the actuation of a release device. Locate the test
connection at the highest, most hydraulically demanding
location in the release system. The test connection should
terminate with an orifice equal to the smallest orifice in the
releasing system. The inspectors test connection can be
used in order to confirm that the air or water supply systems are not supplying pressure at a rate faster than the
releasing device can exhaust pressure.
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Slow fill
ball valve
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Opening the main control valve of the water supply will cause water to flow from all
open system openings.
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Set Screw
Body
Spring
Opening the main control valve of the water supply will cause water to flow from all
open system openings.
Doing so may cause personal injury or property damage.
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Drain
Hose
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Cap
Compression
Fitting
5a. Remove the cap from the Series 746 Auto Drain. Pull
on the auto drain set screw until the auto drain is set
(approximately 10 psi). Replace the protective cap on the
auto drain.
Make sure you replace the protective cap over the auto drain set screw to avoid
accidental contact. Hitting the set screw will cause the valve to trip.
Failure to follow this instruction could cause serious personal injury and/or property
damage.
Any system service that requires taking the control valve or deluge
system out of service may eliminate the fire protection provided by
the system. Prior to servicing or testing the system, notify the
authority having jurisdiction of the operation being performed.
Consideration of a fire patrol should be given in the affected areas.
Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury or property
damage.
WEEKLY INSPECTION
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4. Confirm that the valve and trim are not subject to freezing conditions.
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5. Verify that all system valves are in their normal operating position.
6. If the deluge system is equipped with a Series 746
Accelerator, observe and record the pressure in the upper
chamber of the accelerator. This pressure should equal the
system air pressure within the allowable tolerances of the
gauges. If the upper chambers air pressure is below the
system air pressure, follow the troubleshooting procedure
for the accelerator.
REQUIRED TESTS
Main Drain Test
Perform the main drain test on a frequency required by the
current NFPA-25 code. The authority having jurisdiction in
your area may require that you perform these tests on a
more frequent basis. Verify these requirements by contacting the authority having jurisdiction in your affected area.
1. Inform the authority having jurisdiction, remote station
alarms monitor, and anyone in the affected area that the
test will be performed.
2. Perform and record as per the monthly visual inspection.
3. Confirm that sufficient drainage is in place for a full flow
drain test.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury, property
damage, and/or system failure.
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Alarm Line
Ball Valve
NOTE: Photo taken of alarm valve for clarity of ball valves location.
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8. With the water supply drain fully open, record the water
supply pressure (record as the residual pressure).
Alarm Test
Ball Valve
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NOTE: Photo taken of alarm valve for clarity of ball valves location.
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5. Open the alarm test ball valve in the deluge system trim.
Confirm that mechanical and electric alarms provided are
activated, and that remote monitoring stations, if provided,
receive an alarm signal.
7. Confirm that the alarm line ball valve in the deluge system trim is open. Confirm that the alarm test ball valve and
the alarm drain ball valve are closed.
8. Verify that the intermediate chamber of the deluge system is dry. No water should flow from the ball drip.
9. Notify the authority having jurisdiction, remote station
alarm monitors, and those in the affected area that the
valve has been placed back in service.
3. Open the water supply drain valve fully to flush any foreign materials from the system.
2. Open the main water supply drain to flush any contaminants that may have collected.
TRIP TEST
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The frequency of inspections may vary due to environmental conditions around the valve. For minimum maintenance
and inspection requirements, refer to the NFPA pamphlet
describing the care and maintenance of sprinkler systems.
More frequent full and partial flow tests may be required by
the authority having jurisdiction.
MAINTENANCE
Full flow testing allows the full flow of water into the sprinkler system, and it must be done in warm weather when
there is no chance of freezing conditions.
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3. Open the water supply drain valve fully to flush any foreign materials from the system.
Any system service that requires taking the control valve or deluge
system out of service may eliminate the fire protection provided by
the system. Prior to servicing or testing the system, notify the
authority having jurisdiction of the operation being performed.
Consideration of a fire patrol should be given in the affected areas.
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7. Record the system air pressure when the valve activates. When the valve activates, water will be expelled
from the ball drip and the deluge actuator.
8. Follow Steps 4 - 12 of Placing the System in Service.
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6. Open the system main drain valve. This drains the system of any water that has accumulated. If the system has
operated, open the remote test valve and any auxiliary
drain valves in the system.
If water is coming from the weep hole under the valve cover,
THE WATER SUPPLY VALVE IS NOT CLOSED! CLOSE THE
WATER SUPPLY VALVE NOW!
Use caution when closing the water supply valve. The clapper
could trip and pinch fingers.
Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury or property
damage.
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The use of solvents or abrasives on or near the seat ring may diminish the ability of
the valve to seal properly.
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4. Pry the clappers seal, along with the outer seal-retaining ring, out of the clapper. Inspect the seal. If the seal is
torn, or if it shows any signs of wear, replace the seal.
3a. Carefully put the rubber seal into the clapper so that
the clapper retains the outer edge of the seal. Make sure
that the seal is pushed all the way down in the clapper, and
the the outer seal-retaining ring snaps into position.
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Sealing side
of gasket
4. Place the brass retaining ring onto the seal and bolt the
retaining ring to the clapper with the bolt/washer provided
by Victaulic. Tighten the bolt/washer sufficiently, and
apply an additional turn to ensure a proper seal.
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5. Confirm the free movement of the clapper prior to re-assembling the valve.
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3. Slide the shaft through the body into the first clapper
arm, then through the clapper spring coils, then out the
second clapper arm and into the body.
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Torque
(Ft. Lbs.)
Size
(Inches)
Torque
(Ft. Lbs.)
Size
(Inches)
Torque
(Ft. Lbs.)
30
76,1 mm
60
115
30
60
165,1 mm
115
100
100
Size
(Inches)
60
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Solution
Problem
Possible Cause
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Problem
Check for any leaks in the system and the trim. Confirm the proper operation of
the air maintenance device attached to the trim.
Apply soapy water to all dry accelerator joints and check for air leaks. Repair all
leaks and re-test.
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TROUBLESHOOTING System
Possible Cause
Solution
Check for system leaks.
Confirm the proper operation of the air
maintenance device attached to the system.
Consider installing a low air pressure alarm.
Check the clappers rubber seal and the valve seat
ring for physical damage, or the presence of a
foreign object in the seal surface.
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Problem
Valve actuates when no sprinkler activation has
occurred.
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WARRANTY
We warrant all products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal conditions of use and service.
Our obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing at our option at our factory any product which shall
within one year after delivery to original buyer be returned with transportation charges prepaid, and which our examination
shall show to our satisfaction to have been defective.
THIS WARRANTY IS MADE EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE BUYERS SOLE AND
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL BE FOR THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS AS PROVIDED
HEREIN. THE BUYER AGREES THAT NO OTHER REMEDY (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR LOST PROFITS, LOST SALES, INJURY TO PERSON OR PROPERTY OR ANY OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS) SHALL BE AVAILABLE TO HIM.
Victaulic neither assumes nor authorizes any person to assume for it any other liability in connection with the sale of such
products.
This warranty shall not apply to any product which has been subject to misuse, negligence or accident, which
has been repaired or altered in any manner outside of Victaulic's factory or which has been used in a manner
contrary to Victaulics instructions or recommendations. Victaulic shall not be responsible for design errors
due to inaccurate or incomplete information supplied by Buyer or its representatives.
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Phone: 610/559-3300 FAX: 610/250-8817
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This product shall be manufactured by Victaulic Company. All products to be installed in accordance with current Victaulic installation/assembly instructions.
Victaulic reserves the right to change product specifications, designs and standard equipment without notice and without incurring obligations.
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