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What NFPA standards cover the installation and maintenance of sprinkler systems? - Answer: NFPA 13
What are the three types of devices used to activate sprinkler systems? - Answer: - Fusible link
- Frangible Bulb
- Chemical Pellet
What are the 3 most common sprinkler head positions? - Answer: - Upright
- Sidewall
- Pendant
What is the minimum residual pressure that must be supplied to the highest sprinkler head? - Answer:
100 kpa
Advantages of automatic sprinkler systems - Answer: - Most reliable fire protection device
- Rarely fail to operate
- Control or extinguish 96% of fires
- Create less business interruption and water damage
- Enhance life safety
- Reduce insurance costs
Reasons for sprinkler system failure - Answer: - Partially or completely close water main valve
- Interruption in the municipal water supply system
- Sprinkler heads were damaged or painted over
- Broken pipes