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INEREX ®
INERT GAS EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS. CONSTANT FLOW TECHNOLOGY.
Design, Installation, Operation and

Maintenance Manual for
INEREX® Systems
200 bar systems

300 bar systems
R-FIR-DIOMM INEREX®-GB-2015 04_01 PART NUMBER 027650013

All INEREX® System components are approved and certified compliant with recognized international norms.
Certifications relate to individual products, and are clearly indicated on each respective product page.
In addition, all CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. manufacturing sites comply with ISO 9001
quality standards.
π EN 12094-4
Certificate No. 724a
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Contents
Contents
1 Notes on the documentation ........................................................................................................ 11
1.1 Other applicable documents ............................................................................................................ 11
1.2 Storage of the documents ............................................................................................................... 11
1.3 Symbols used ................................................................................................................................. 11
1.4 Applicability of this manual ............................................................................................................. 11
1.5 Subject to change ........................................................................................................................... 11
1.6 List of abbreviations ........................................................................................................................ 12
1.7 Glossary - technical definitions ....................................................................................................... 13
1.8 Metric conversion factors ................................................................................................................ 16
Part 1 - INEREX® System - Design manual

2 General information ...................................................................................................................... 17
2.1 Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 17
2.2 Types of inert gases ........................................................................................................................ 18
2.3 Safety precautions .......................................................................................................................... 19
2.3.1 Environment and exposure ............................................................................................................. 19
2.3.2 Hazard due to reduced oxygen level .............................................................................................. 19
2.3.3 NOAEL and LOAEL ........................................................................................................................ 19
2.3.4 General safety precautions ............................................................................................................. 20
2.3.5 Additional safety precautions for cylinders including transportation ............................................... 20
3 Component descriptions .............................................................................................................. 21

3.1 Cylinder .......................................................................................................................................... 23
3.1.1 Cylinder mounting parts single row for 67l and 80 l cylinder ........................................................... 23
3.1.2 Cylinder mounting parts double row for 67l and 80 l cylinder .......................................................... 24
3.2 Valves Series B0480 ....................................................................................................................... 25
3.2.1 Pressure regulator series B0840 ..................................................................................................... 26
3.2.2 Gasket ............................................................................................................................................ 26
3.2.3 Pressure gauge .............................................................................................................................. 27
3.2.3.1 Pressure gauge for IG01 ................................................................................................................. 27
3.2.3.2 Pressure gauge for IG100 ............................................................................................................... 27
3.2.3.3 Pressure gauge for IG55 ................................................................................................................. 27
3.2.3.4 Pressure gauge for IG541 ............................................................................................................... 27
3.3 Release devices ............................................................................................................................. 28
3.3.1 Manual/pneumatic release device .................................................................................................. 28
3.3.2 Pneumatic release device ............................................................................................................... 28
3.3.3 Electromagnetic release devices .................................................................................................... 29
3.3.3.1 Electromagnetic release device with and without diode ................................................................. 29
3.3.3.2 Reset tool for electromagnetic release device ................................................................................ 29
3.3.3.3 Adapter ........................................................................................................................................... 29
3.4 Pilot hose ......................................................................................................................................... 30
3.5 Discharge hoses ............................................................................................................................. 31
3.5.1 Discharge hose DN16 ..................................................................................................................... 31
3.5.2 Discharge hose DN12 straight ........................................................................................................ 32
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3.6 Bleed valve ..................................................................................................................................... 33

3.7 Check valve .................................................................................................................................... 33
3.8 Manifolds ......................................................................................................................................... 34
3.8.1 Manifold for 100 bar inert gas - single row ..................................................................................... 34
3.8.2 Manifold for 100 bar inert gas - double row .................................................................................... 34
3.8.3 Manifold connector .......................................................................................................................... 34
3.8.4 Manifold end caps ............................................................................................................................ 34
3.8.5 Manifold mounting parts ................................................................................................................. 35
3.9 Nozzles ........................................................................................................................................... 36
3.10 Optional components ...................................................................................................................... 37
3.10.1 Pressure gauge for manifold ........................................................................................................... 37
3.10.2 Pressure relief device for manifold ................................................................................................. 37
3.10.3 Pressure and flow detector switch .................................................................................................. 37
4 Design ........................................................................................................................................... 38
4.1 Determine the volume of the hazard ................................................................................................ 39
4.1.1 Rectangular enclosures .................................................................................................................. 39
4.1.2 Non-rectangular irregular enclosures ............................................................................................... 39
4.1.3 Integrity test of the enclosure ......................................................................................................... 39
4.1.4 Limitations - enclosure .................................................................................................................... 39
4.2 Calculation of the extinguishing agent ............................................................................................ 40
4.2.1 Formula for the calculation of the minimum design quantity ........................................................... 40
4.2.2 Calculation of the design concentration .......................................................................................... 40
4.2.3 Alternative quick calculation ........................................................................................................... 41
4.2.4 Adjustments .................................................................................................................................... 46
4.2.4.1 Altitude and temperature adjustments ............................................................................................ 46
4.2.4.2 Reserve quantity ............................................................................................................................. 46
4.2.4.3 Unclosable openings ...................................................................................................................... 46
4.2.4.4 Relief device to avoid overpressure ................................................................................................ 46
4.3 Selection of cylinders ...................................................................................................................... 47
4.3.1 Dependency of the pressure inside the cylinder and the ambient temperature .............................. 47
4.3.2 Define the number of cylinders ....................................................................................................... 49
4.3.3 Check of the final oxygen concentration ......................................................................................... 49
4.4 Limitations ....................................................................................................................................... 49
4.4.1 Limitations cylinders ........................................................................................................................ 49
4.4.2 Define the pipework and the location of the pipework .................................................................... 50
4.4.3 Define the nozzles and the location of the nozzles ......................................................................... 50
4.4.3.1 Limitations nozzles and location of the nozzles .............................................................................. 50
4.4.4 Limitations according to UL certification (UL 2127) ........................................................................ 51
4.5 VdS calculation software for gas extinguishing systems ................................................................ 53
4.5.1 Quick start guide of the VdS calculation software ........................................................................... 54
4.5.1.1 Project - input screen ...................................................................................................................... 54
4.5.1.2 Sections graphic - input screen ...................................................................................................... 55
4.5.1.3 Calculations zones - input screen .................................................................................................... 56
4.5.1.4 Storage - input screen ..................................................................................................................... 57
4.5.1.5 Hydraulic calculation report ............................................................................................................ 58
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Part 2 - INEREX® System - Installation, operation and maintenance manual

5 Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 64
5.1 Scope .............................................................................................................................................. 64
5.2 Responsibilities ............................................................................................................................... 64
5.2.1 Responsibilities - design engineer .................................................................................................. 64
5.2.2 Responsibilities - installer ............................................................................................................... 64
5.3 Pipework ......................................................................................................................................... 64
5.3.1 Selection of pipework ....................................................................................................................... 64
5.3.2 Pipe supports .................................................................................................................................. 65
5.3.3 Installation of pipes .......................................................................................................................... 66
5.3.4 Cleaning of pipework ....................................................................................................................... 66
5.3.5 Installation of nozzles ..................................................................................................................... 66
5.3.6 Earthing of the pipework ................................................................................................................. 67
5.3.7 Testing the pipework ....................................................................................................................... 67
5.4 Cylinders ......................................................................................................................................... 68
5.4.1 Labels .............................................................................................................................................. 68
5.4.2 Additional safety precautions for storage rooms and protected enclosures ................................... 69
5.4.3 INEREX® battery location ............................................................................................................... 70
5.5 Mounting the cylinder wall mounting rail ......................................................................................... 71
5.6 Manifold assembly ............................................................................................................................ 71
5.6.1 Manifold mounting rail ..................................................................................................................... 71
5.6.2 Manifold assembly steps ................................................................................................................. 73
5.7 INEREX® battery installation ........................................................................................................... 74
5.7.1 Single row ....................................................................................................................................... 74
5.7.2 Double row ...................................................................................................................................... 75
5.8 System assembly ............................................................................................................................ 76
5.9 Tests and checks before commissioning ........................................................................................ 83
5.9.1 Pilot line test .................................................................................................................................... 83
5.9.2 Electrical test of the system ............................................................................................................. 85
5.9.3 Commissioning checklist ................................................................................................................ 85
5.10 Necessary documents ... ................................................................................................................. 85
6 Operation ....................................................................................................................................... 86
6.1 Operating procedure ....................................................................................................................... 86
6.2 Personnel safety ............................................................................................................................. 86
6.3 INEREX® System 1 zone ................................................................................................................ 87
6.4 INEREX® System multi-sector distribution ..................................................................................... 88
7. Inspection and maintenance ....................................................................................................... 89

7.1 Restrictions and precautions .......................................................................................................... 89
7.2 Inspection and maintenance programme ........................................................................................ 89
7.3 Inspection intervals ........................................................................................................................ 89
7.3.1 At least annual inspections .............................................................................................................. 90
7.3.1.1 Pressure gauge and cylinder .......................................................................................................... 90
7.3.1.2 Valve ............................................................................................................................................... 90
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7.3.1.3 Release devices ............................................................................................................................. 92

7.3.1.4 Components .................................................................................................................................... 92
7.3.1.5 Pipework, pipe supports and manifolds .......................................................................................... 92
7.3.1.6 Nozzles ........................................................................................................................................... 92
7.3.1.7 Pilot and discharge hoses ............................................................................................................... 93
7.3.1.8 Cylinder assembly ........................................................................................................................... 93
7.3.1.9 Cylinder wall mounting rails and clamps for cylinder ....................................................................... 93
7.3.1.10 Manifold mounting rails and clamps for manifold ............................................................................ 93
7.3.1.11 Storage room .................................................................................................................................. 93
7.3.1.12 Pressure and flow detector switch .................................................................................................. 93
7.3.1.13 Protected enclosure ....................................................................................................................... 93
7.3.1.14 Electromagnetic release device ...................................................................................................... 94
7.4 Maintenance .................................................................................................................................... 94
7.4.1 5 year or 10 year maintenance (depending on local regulations) ................................................... 94
7.4.1.1 Cylinder ........................................................................................................................................... 94
7.4.1.2 Pilot and discharge hose .................................................................................................................. 95
7.4.2 10 year maintenance ........................................................................................................................ 95
7.4.2.1 Valve replacement ........................................................................................................................... 95
7.4.2.2 Pilot and discharge hose replacement ............................................................................................ 95
7.5 Personnel training ........................................................................................................................... 95
8 Post discharge maintenance ........................................................................................................ 96

8.1 General ............................................................................................................................................ 96
8.2 Disassembly .................................................................................................................................... 96
8.3 Refilling of an INEREX® cylinder ..................................................................................................... 97
8.4 Re-installation of an INEREX® cylinder ........................................................................................... 97
9 Malfunctioning ............................................................................................................................... 98
10 Recycling and disposal ................................................................................................................. 98
11 Limited warranty ........................................................................................................................... 98

11.1 Limitation of liability .......................................................................................................................... 99
11.2 Non-assignment of warranty ............................................................................................................ 99
11.3 Use of non CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. products .......................................... 99
Appendix
IG01 Material Safety Data Sheet .................................................................................................................. 100
IG100 Material Safety Data Sheet ................................................................................................................. 105
IG55 Material Safety Data Sheet .................................................................................................................. 110
IG541 Material Safety Data Sheet ................................................................................................................ 115
Tapered Thread Port Assembly .................................................................................................................... 120
Pressure and flow detector switch, part number 028250050 ........................................................................ 122
Commissioning Test for INEREX® System .................................................................................................... 123
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List of figures
List of figures
Title Figure Page
Temperature/pressure graph for IG01 4-1 47
Nozzle placement in a non-rectangular enclosure 4-5 50
Limitations tee splits 4-6 52
Project input screen VdS calculation software 4-7 55
Sections graphic input screen VdS calculation software 4-8 55
Calculation zones input screen VdS calculation software 4-9 56
Storage input screen VdS calculation software 4-10 57
Overpressure VdS calculation software 4-11 58
Installation height of the cylinder wall mounting rail 5-1 71
Distance between the discharge port of the valve and the centre of the manifold 5-2 72
Manifold assembly steps 5-3 73
End cap attached to the manifold mounting rail 5-4 74
Securely fixed cylinder 5-5 74
Cylinder double row 5-6 75
System assembly 5-7 76
Removal of the protection cap and outlet safety plug 5-8 77
Connecting the pressure regulator to the valve 5-9 78
Connecting the discharge hoses 5-10 78
Connecting the pressure gauge 5-11 79
Connecting the pneumatic release devices 5-12 79
Resetting the electromagnetic release device 5-13 80
Connecting the electromagnetic release device 5-14 80
Connecting the electromagnetic release device to power supply 5-15 81
Installation of a manual/pneumatic release device on top of the electromagnetic release device 5-16 81
Connecting adapters and pilot hoses to the pneumatic release devices on the slave valves 5-17 82
Connecting the bleed valve 5-18 82
Installation of the pilot line 5-19 82
Test unit 5-20 83
Pilot line test 5-21 84
Typical view of an INEREX System for the protection of one hazard area
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6-1 87
Typical view of an INEREX System for the protection of two hazard areas
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Valve performance test 7-1 91
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List of tables
Title Table Page
Metric conversion factors 1-1 16
Inert gas extinguishing agent quality requirements 2-1 18
Physical properties of inert gas extinguishing agents (SI Units) 2-2 18
Relative hazards to people from reduced oxygen levels (hypoxia) 2-3 19
NOAEL and LOAEL values 2-4 19
IG01 concentrations according to UL 2127 4-1 41
Total flooding quantity for IG01 (SI Units) 4-5 42
Altitude correction factors according to ISO 14250-1 (2000) and NFPA 2001 (2000) 4-9 46
Filling mass of INEREX cylinders at 15°C
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4-10 47
Storage floor loading capacity for 67 litres cylinders per metre 4-11 49
Minimum and maximum pipeline flow rates 4-14 51
Bullhead tee split limits and side/through split limits 4-15 51
Minimum design nozzle pressure 4-16 52
NPT threads according to ANSI/ASME B1.20.1 5-1 65
R threads according to ISO 7-1 5-2 65
Maximum distance between two pipe supports 5-3 66
Part numbers for cylinder labels depending on extinguishing agent 5-4 68
Distance between two manifold mounting rails 5-5 72
Components for system assembly 5-6 77
Restriction conditions specified in NFPA 2001 and recommended by EPA 6-1 87
Inspection and maintenance intervals 7-1 90
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Notes on the documentation
1 Notes on the documentation

Thank you for buying our INEREX® System. Before installing and using this appliance, please read this manual
carefully and keep it in a safe place for future reference. The instructions below are intended to help you
throughout the entire manual.
The present document is divided into two manuals:
• Part 1: INEREX® System - Design Manual
• Part 2: INEREX® System - Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual
1.1 Other applicable documents

When assembling the INEREX® System, pay attention to all the installation instructions for the components and
assemblies. These instructions are included with the individual components of the system and the additional
components.
We accept no liability for any damage caused by failure to observe these instructions!
1.2 Storage of the documents

Please pass on this manual and all other applicable documents and auxiliary equipment to the authorised person,
whose responsibility it is to ensure that the manual and auxiliary equipment are available whenever required.
1.3 Symbols used

Please observe all safety instructions in this document for the installation of the INEREX® System! Symbols in
these instructions:
DANGER!
Immediate risk of serious injury or death!
CAUTION!
Potentially dangerous situations for people and / or the product and / or the environment!
NOTE:
Useful information and instructions.
1.4 Applicability of this manual

This manual is used for designing, installing, operating and maintaining an INEREX® System in accordance with
UL listing.
1.5 Subject to change

The data and information such as illustrations, drawings, descriptions, dimensions, weights, materials, technical
and other performances as well as the products and services described in general product descriptions, cata-
logues, brochures, websites and price lists are subject to change and may be modified or updated at any time
without prior announcement by CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A.
With the exception of agreed rights of use, the supplier CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. or
licenser are generally owner of all industrial and intellectual property rights, especially industrial property rights,
patent and intellectual property rights including exploitation rights and rights of modification regarding the deliv-
ered products.
NOTE:
Each sales agent is obliged to hand over the INEREX® Design, Installation, Operation and Main-
tenance Manual to the end user. CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. will not accept
any liability in the event that the sales agent does not comply with this condition.
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1.6 List of abbreviations

A Ampere
AC Alternating Current
AHJ Authority Having Jurisdiction
AISI American Iron and Steel Institute
ANSI American National Standards Institute
atm Atmospheric Pressure
BSPT British Standard Pipe Thread
C Celsius
CEA Council for Estate Agencies
CGA Compressed Gas Association
CrMo-steel Chromium Molybdenum Alloy Steel; also known as Chrome-Moly
CTC Canadian Transport Commission
DC Direct Current
DN Nominal Diameter
DOT U.S. Department of Transportation
DSL Domestic Substances List
DF Design Factor
DQ Design Quantity
e.g. For example (abbreviation of Latin “exempli gratia”)
EINECS European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances
ELINCS European List of Notified Chemical Substances
EPA U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EU European Union
F Fahrenheit
FDQ Final Design Quantity
FIG. Figure
ft Foot/Feet
Hg Mercury
Hz Hertz (Frequency)
i.e. That is (abbreviation of Latin “id est”)
in Inch
ISO International Standards Organisation
kg Kilogramme
kg/m3 Kilogramme Per Cubic Metre
kJ Kilojoule
l Litre
lb. Pound
lbf Pound-Force
LOAEL Lowest Observable Adverse Effect Level
LPCB Loss Prevention Certification Board
mA Milliampere
mbar Millibar
MDQ Minimum Design Quantity
mm Millimetre
m3 Cubic Metre
MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet
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NFPA National Fire Protection Association

N Newton
Nm Newton Metre
NOAEL No Observed Adverse Effect Level
n.o.s Not Otherwise Specified
NPT National Pipe Thread (U.S.)
NDSL Non-Domestic Substances List
Pa Pascal
PMCC Pensky-Martens Closed-Cup Flash-Point Test
psi Pound-Force Per Square Inch
Rev. No. Revision Number
SARA The Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act
Sch. Schedule
SF Safety Factor
SI International System Of Units
TSCA Toxic Substances Control Act
UL Underwriters Laboratories
V Volt
VAC Volts Alternating Current
VDC Volts Of Direct Current
WHMIS Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
WN Welding Neck
1.7 Glossary - technical definitions

This glossary contains terms in an alphabetical list relating to:
• Part 1: INEREX® System - Design Manual
• Part 2: INEREX® System - Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual
Alternating current (AC): an electric current that reverses its direction at regularly recurring intervals.
Ampere: the unit of measurement of electrical current produced in a circuit by 1 volt acting through a resistance
of 1 ohm.
Approved: acceptance of the relevant Authority Having Jurisdiction.
ASME: the registered trademark of The American Society of Mechanical Engineers, formerly the American
Society of Mechanical Engineers. ASME is a professional association, an engineering society, a standards
organisation, a research and development organisation, a lobbying organisation, a provider of training and
education, and a non-profit organisation.
ASTM: known until 2001 as the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), is an international stand-
ards organisation that develops and publishes technical standards.
Atmospheric pressure: the force per unit area exerted on a surface by the weight of air above that surface in
the atmosphere of the earth.
Authority Having Jurisdiction: organisation, office, surveyor or individual responsible for approving equipment,
installations or procedures.
Boundary surface: the sum of any area of walls, ceilings and floors in an enclosure.
Class A fire: fire in ordinary combustible materials, e.g. fires involving solid materials normally of organic nature,
such as rubbers, wood, paper, data processing equipment etc. These fires typically produce deep-seated
fires that may require higher design concentrations for extended holding times.
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Class A polymeric fire: fire in plastic materials such as polypropylene or PVC. These fires typically produce
deep-seated fires that may require extended holding times.
Class B fire: fire in combustible liquids, mainly hydrocarbons, solvents, glycols, methanol, oils, tars and other
additives. These fires produce surface fires.
Class C fire: NFPA 2001, fire that involves energised electrical equipment where the electrical resistivity of the
extinguishing agent is of importance.
Clean agent: electrically non-conductive, volatile, or gaseous extinguishing agent that does not leave a residue
upon evaporation.
Commissioning: process by which an equipment, facility, or plant (which is installed, or is complete) is tested to
verify if it functions according to its design objectives or specifications.
Container: used as synonym for “cylinder” in the VdS calculation software.
Deep-seated fire: fire involving a flammable, which due to the way of storage contains oxygen. The flammable
e.g. bulk paper, rolls of paper, furs, dust collectors, vaults etc. will when on fire create a layer of more or less
solid ash preventing the extinguishing agent to reach the flame. The fire will continue until the oxygen within
the material is reduced to below the level sustaining the fire.
Design concentration: the required minimum concentration of extinguishing agent in percent which has to be
achieved inside the protected enclosure including safety factors.
Design quantity (DQ): the quantity of extinguishing agent to be discharged into the enclosure.
Design factor (DF): a fraction of the extinguishing agent minimum design quantity added thereto deemed appro-
priate due to a specific feature of the protection application or design of the suppression system.
Discharge rate: the ratio of the quantity of agent discharged from a nozzle to the discharge time measured
within ±1 second. When a minimum discharge rate is indicated, reference is made to the minimum quantity of
agent discharged and the time measured within ±1 second.
Discharge time: the time it takes to achieve a release of the required specific design quantity. ISO and NFPA
specify that 95% of the extinguishing agent including the allocated safety factor shall be discharged within 60
seconds.
Document: a form of information, a record or the capturing of some event or thing so that the information will
not be lost. Normally, a document is written, but a document can also be made with pictures and sounds. A
document can be put into an electronic form and saved and stored in a computer as a uniquely named file.
Product labels and stickers on products containing product specifications are also considered as documents.
Enclosure: the casing, housing, partitions or walls which surround the protected hazard and substantially will
contain the extinguishing agent for a sufficient length of time to achieve the fire extinguishing objectives.
Engineered system: a system that requires individual design and calculation to determine the flow rates, pipe
size, nozzles, nozzle pressures, area protected by each nozzle, quantity of extinguishing agent, and the num-
ber and types of nozzles and their placement in a specific system.
Extinguishing agent concentration: the portion of extinguishing agent in a mixture of extinguishing agent and
air expressed in volume percent.
Final design quantity (FDQ): the quantity of extinguishing agent determined from extinguishing agent minimum
design quantity as adjusted to account for design factors and pressure adjustment.
Fire alarm: an audible and/or visual device that alerts occupants that a fire occurs. Fire alarms usually signal
occupants to evacuate.
Gross volume: volume enclosed by building elements
Height: the measurement of vertical distance
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Hold time: period where the design concentration is higher than the cup burner extinguishing agent concentra-
tion in the protected enclosure. The general definition is that the hold time starts when design concentration
throughout the enclosure is reached and lasts until the concentration at the tallest hazard in the enclosure has
dropped to less than the extinguishing agent concentration. The minimum hold time is normally 15 minutes
unless specified otherwise by the Authority Having Jurisdiction. The determination of the required hold time,
may depend on:
1. Response time of trained personnel
2. Arrival time of fire department
3. Sources of persistent ignition
4. Excessive enclosure leakage
5. System enclosure venting requirements
6. Inertion and re-flash hazards
7. Cool-down time of hot equipment
8. Run-down time of rotating equipment
Inert gas extinguishing agent: an extinguishing agent that contains as primary components one or more of the
gases argon or nitrogen. Inert gases that are blends of gases can also contain carbon dioxide as a secondary
component.
INEREX® battery: several inert gas cylinders combined in one unit.
Inspection: a visual examination of the system or portion thereof to verify that it appears to be in operating con-
dition and is free of physical damage.
Listed: equipment, materials, or services included in a list published by an organisation acceptable to the Au-
thority Having Jurisdiction and concerned with evaluation of products or services, that maintains periodic
inspection of production of listed equipment or materials or periodic evaluation of services, and whose
listing states that either the equipment, material, or service meets appropriate designated standards or
has been tested and found suitable for a specified purpose.
LPCB: the Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB) is the leading international Certification Body in the fields
of security and fire protection.
LOAEL: Lowest Observable Adverse Effect Level. The lowest concentration at which an adverse toxicological
or physiological effect has been observed in humans.
Maintenance: a “thorough check” to give maximum assurance that the extinguishing system will operate as
intended. Design parameters should be closely examined for hazard changes since the last inspection, parts
and components should be closely examined and tested or replaced if necessary.
Maximum concentration: concentration achieved from the actual extinguishing agent quantity at the maximum
ambient temperature in the protected enclosure.
Minimum Design Quantity (MDQ): the minimum quantity of extinguishing agent to be discharged into the en-
closure.
NOAEL: No Observable Adverse Effect Level. The highest concentration at which no adverse toxicological or
physiological effect has been observed in humans.
Net volume: gross volume minus the volume of permanent impermeable building elements in the enclosure.
Normally occupied area: area that is intended for occupancy, where people are present most of the time.
Normally unoccupied area: area that is normally not occupied by people, but which may be entered occasion-
ally for brief periods. Examples: transformer bays, switch-houses, pump rooms, vaults, engine test stands,
cable trays, tunnels, microwave relay stations, flammable liquid storage areas, enclosed energy systems.
Nozzle: a device that is used to distribute the extinguishing agent within a specific volume or over a specific area
or both.
Nozzle coverage: maximum area or volume protected by one nozzle. The nozzle coverage is normally defined
on the basis of location or projection distance and the discharge rate. A sufficient number of nozzles must
always be installed to adequately cover the volume of the entire hazard.
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Protected area: all areas, rooms, enclosures that are connected to a fire extinguishing system.
PTFE tape: PolyTetraFluoroEthylene tape (EN 751-3) is a thin tape that is used as a sealant for threads.
Reserve quantity: quantity of extinguishing agent available for further discharge in addition to storage quantity.
Safety Factor (SF): a multiplier of the extinguishing agent concentration to determine the extinguishing agent
minimum design concentration.
Sea level equivalent of extinguishing agent: the extinguishing agent concentration in volume percent at sea
level for which the partial pressure of extinguishing agent matches the ambient partial pressure of extin-
guishing agent at a given altitude.
Sea level equivalent of oxygen: the oxygen concentration in volume percent at sea level for which the partial
pressure of oxygen matches the ambient partial pressure of oxygen at a given altitude.
Shall: indicates a mandatory requirement.
Should: indicates a recommendation.
Storage quantity: the total quantity of extinguishing agent kept available for use within a flooding area, compris-
ing the design quantity and any supplementary quantity.
Time delay: time between the release of the inert gas and the discharge through the nozzles.
Total flooding: the act and manner of discharging an extinguishing agent to achieve a specified minimum extin-
guishing agent concentration throughout a hazard volume.
Total flooding system: a system consisting of a supply of extinguishing agent and of a distribution network,
arranged to discharge the extinguishing agent into the hazard volume and to fill that hazard volume to an
effective extinguishing agent concentration to achieve a total flooding condition in a hazard volume.
Units: metric units of measurements are in accordance with the modernised metric system, known as the In-
ternational System of Units (SI). Three units - inch, litre and bar - outside of but recognised by SI, are
commonly used in fire protection. These units are listed in Table 1-1 in chapter 1.8.
VdS: an independent German institution ensuring safety and trust in the fields of fire protection and security.
1.8 Metric conversion factors

Name of unit Unit symbol Conversion factor U.S.
millimetre mm 1 in = 25,4 mm
litre l 1 gal. = 3,785 l
cubic metre m3 1 ft3 = 0,028317 m3
kilogramme kg 1 lb. = 0,4536 kg
kilogramme per cubic metre kg/m3 1 lb./ft3 = 16,0185 kg/m3
pascal Pa 1 psi = 6895 Pa
bar bar 1 psi = 0,0689 bar
bar bar 1 bar = 105 Pa
Table 1-1 Metric conversion factors
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General information
2 General information
2.1 Introduction
The INEREX® System is a fire suppression system, that is particularly useful for suppressing fires in hazards
where an electrically non-conductive medium is required; where clean-up of other extinguishing agents is a
problem; or where the hazard is normally occupied and requires a non-toxic extinguishing agent and where an
extinguishing capability with low weight is required.
The following examples are typical hazards protected by an INEREX® System:
• Computer rooms
• Telecommunication switch gear
• Storages
• Vaults
• Process equipment
• Machinery spaces
• Historic buildings and museums
• All normally occupied or non-occupied electronic areas where equipment is either very sensitive or
irreplaceable
The INEREX® System is designed for fires of class A, class B and class C.
• Class A fire: fire in ordinary combustible materials, e.g. fires involving solid materials normally of organic na-
ture, such as rubbers, wood, paper, data processing equipment etc. These fires typically produce deep-seat-
ed fires that may require higher design concentrations for extended holding times.
• Class A polymeric fire: fire in plastic materials such as polypropylene or PVC. These fires typically produce
deep-seated fires that may require extended holding times.
• Class B fire: fire in combustible liquids, mainly hydrocarbons, solvents, glycols, methanol, oils, tars and
other additives. These fires produce surface fires.
• Class C fire: NFPA 2001, fire that involves energised electrical equipment where the electrical resistivity of
the extinguishing agent is of importance.
The INEREX® System uses inert gas as extinguishing agent. The inert gas is stored in steel cylinders located in
a safe and accessible location. The inert gas is distributed and discharged into the area affected by fire through
a network of pipes and nozzles. Each nozzle is drilled with a specific fixed opening designed to deliver a uniform
amount of extinguishing agent into the protected area. The cylinders are connected to the pipework or the
manifold by means of flexible discharge hoses and discharge pressure regulators. Various types of actuators are
available for the release of the inert gas into the protected area in case of fire.
The INEREX® System can be actuated by detection and control equipment for automatic system operation along
with providing local and remote manual operation as needed. Accessories are used to provide alarms, ventilation
control, door closures, or other auxiliary shutdown functions.
The INEREX® System combines an environmentally safe extinguishing agent and specially developed
components for a fast extinguishing agent discharge. The resulting rapid fire suppression reduces property
damage to the lowest possible level.
The INEREX® System is designed for total flooding in accordance with NFPA 2001 Standard on Clean Agent Fire
Extinguishing Systems, ISO14520-1 Gaseous fire-extinguishing systems and the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency.
The complexity of the INEREX® System does not allow for any simple method of manual calculation. Therefore,
the flow calculations and design criteria described in this manual have been incorporated into a VdS calculation
software. The calculations are based on conserving mass, energy and momentum in the pipework. The routine
calculates the flow in quasi-steady state steps from the initiation of the discharge to the final gas distribution.
The system designer must become thoroughly familiar with this manual in order to learn the proper procedures
for applying the input parameters to the INEREX® System flow calculation software. There are a number of
limitations to these input parameters which must be observed if accurate results are to be obtained.
2.2 Types of inert gases

The INEREX® System is designed for the use with inert gases:
• IG01 (Argon)
• IG100 (Nitrogen)
• IG55 (Argon and Nitrogen)
• IG541 (Nitrogen IG100, Argon IG01 and Carbon dioxide)
As inert gases are derived from gases present in the earth’s atmosphere, they exhibit no ozone depletion potential
and they do not contribute to global warming.
When an inert gas is discharged into an enclosure, it introduces the proper mixture of gas that will allow persons
to breathe in a reduced oxygen atmosphere. The advantages of inert gases are:
• People safe at concentration levels required to suppress fire
• Zero ozone depletion potential
• Colourless, odourless
• No residue to clean up after discharge
• No decomposition products
• Electrically non-conductive
The extinguishing effect of the INEREX® System is based on distributing the inert gas into the protected area
by total flooding. All gases used in the INEREX® System are chemically inert. Therefore they have an excellent
extinguishing efficiency with fires of class A, B and C. All gases used in the INEREX® System are suitable for the
extinguishing of deep-seated fires.
IG01 IG100 IG55 IG541

Composition in volume percent N2 - 99.9% minimum 50% 52%
Ar 99.9% minimum - 50% 40%
CO2 - - 0% 8%
Water content in percent by weight 0.005% maximum 0.005% maximum 0.005% maximum 0.005% maximum
Table 2-1 Inert gas extinguishing agent quality requirements
IG01 IG100 IG55 IG541

Chemical formula Ar N2 N2 / Ar N2 / Ar / CO2
Molecular weight 39.90 g/mole 28.02 g/mole 33.95 g/mole 34.00 g/mole
Boiling point at 760 mm Hg -189.85°C -195.80°C -190.10°C -196.00°C
Boiling point at 1013 bar -185.90°C -195.80°C -196.00°C -196.00°C
Freezing point -189.35°C -210.01°C -199.70°C -78,5°C
Critical temperature -122.30°C -146.95°C -134.7°C N/A
Critical pressure 4903 kPa 3399 kPa 4150 kPa N/A
NOAEL 43% 43% 43% 43%
LOAEL 52% 52% 52% 52%
Specific heat, vapour at constant pres- 0.519 kJ/kg 1.04 kJ/kg 0.782 kJ/kg 0.574 kJ/kg
sure (1 atm) at 25°C
Heat of vapourisation at boiling point 163 kJ/kg 199 kJ/kg 181 kJ/kg 220 kJ/kg
Relative dielectric strength at 1 atm at 1.01 1.0 1.01 1.03
734 mm Hg at 25°C (N2= 1.0)
Solubility of water in extinguishing agent 0.006% 0.0013% 0.006% 0.015%
at 25°C
Ozone depletion potential 0 0 0 0
Table 2-2 Physical properties of inert gas extinguishing agents (SI Units)
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2.3 Safety precautions

The design, installation, operation, testing and maintenance of the INEREX® System must be in accordance
with, but not necessarily limited to, the recommendations of CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A.,
plus the applicable requirements set forth in the latest editions of the following standards:
• NFPA 2001 Standard on Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems
• ISO 14520-1 Gaseous fire-extinguishing systems
The standards and requirements listed, as well as all other applicable codes and standards, must be used as
“minimum” safety precaution standards.
Before handling the INEREX® System, all responsible personnel must be thoroughly trained in the safe handling
of the cylinders as well as in the proper procedures for installation, removal, filling, and connection of all
components. The INEREX® System uses equipment under high pressure (up to 360 bar / 5220 psi). Any person
installing or servicing an INEREX® System must be aware of the safety issues in order to avoid any dangerous
situation.
2.3.1 Environment and exposure

Inert extinguishing agent gases do not cause any decomposition product when exposed to temperatures up
to 2000°C (3632°F). Inert gases have no negative influence on equipment or materials which are operated in
normal office environment. As inert gases are derived from gases present in the earth’s atmosphere, full-scale
testing can be performed without concerns about environmental impact.
2.3.2 Hazard due to reduced oxygen level

The design concentration of extinguishing agent reduces the oxygen level in the air to approximately 12% to
13%. At this level the air is still breathable, although there is impairment in physical performance.
If a person is exposed to this reduced oxygen level, a quick evacuation out of the enclosure should lead to a
fast and healthy recovery with no long-lasting physiological effects. Unnecessary exposure of personnel to any
extinguishing agent must be avoided by evacuation from the protected area prior to discharge.
Oxygen concentration in volume percent Health effects on persons
19% Some adverse physiological effects occur, but they may not be noticeable.
15% - 19% Impaired thinking and attention. Increased pulse and breathing rate. Reduced coor-
dination. Decreased ability to work strenuously. Reduced physical and intellectual
performance without awareness.
12% - 15% Poor judgement. Faulty coordination. Abnormal fatigue upon exertion. Emotional upset.
10% - 12% Very poor judgement and coordination. Impaired respiration that may cause permanent
heart damage. Possibility of fainting within a few minutes without warning. Nausea and
vomiting.
< 10% Inability to move. Fainting almost immediate. Loss of consciousness. Convulsions.
Death.
Table 2-3 Relative hazards to people from reduced oxygen levels (hypoxia)
2.3.3 NOAEL and LOAEL

The NOAEL (No Observable Adverse Effect Level) and the LOAEL (Lowest Observable Adverse Effect Level)
are used in several international standards to establish minimum exposure levels to mixtures of extinguishing
agent and air.
NOAEL and LOAEL values are normally applied to chemicals with known toxic effects, however, in order that
inert gases can be cross-referenced to these standards, functional equivalents have been agreed based upon
the physiological effects in humans in hypoxic atmospheres. For inert gas the NOAEL corresponds to an oxygen
level of 12%-vol and the LOAEL to an oxygen level of 10%-vol.
Level Minimum level of oxygen Equivalent maximum concentration of
extinguishing agent (inert gas)
NOAEL 12%-vol 43%-vol
LOAEL 10%-vol 52%-vol
Table 2-4 NOAEL and LOAEL values
2.3.4 General safety precautions

The following safety procedures must be observed at all times:
DANGER!
Always wear safety goggles, safety shoes, helmet and protective clothing, when working on the
INEREX® System.
DANGER!
Always do the work in a clean and well-lit area with good airflow.
DANGER!
Do not eat, drink or smoke in the work area.
2.3.5 Additional safety precautions for cylinders including transportation

DANGER!
Do not handle, move or leave a cylinder unfastened without the protection cap.
DANGER!
Each INEREX® cylinder is factory-equipped with an outlet safety plug installed on the cylinder
outlet and securely chained to the cylinder to prevent loss. The outlet safety plug must be
installed on the cylinder at all times, except when the cylinder is connected to the pipework or
when the cylinder is filled or refilled.
DANGER!
Cylinders must be transported properly secured. Cylinders must not be rolled, dragged or slid,
nor allowed to be slid from tailgates of vehicles. Cylinders next to the driver’s cabin must be
parallel with vehicle axles or standing up.
DANGER!
Cylinders must not be dropped or permitted to strike against other surfaces or each other.
DANGER!
Cylinders must be stored standing upright and secured in place.
DANGER!
Always secure a standing cylinder to prevent falling.
DANGER!
Do not grab the protective cap to move or lift the cylinder.
DANGER!
If pressure must be released from a cylinder, secure the cylinder properly for pressure bleed-off.
The outlet force may exceed 2000N (449.61 lbf).
CAUTION!
Always obey the local transportation regulations and ensure proper shipping documents.
CAUTION!
Refilling of INEREX® cylinders must only be performed by CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves
Technology S.A. certified filling stations.
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Component descriptions
3 Component descriptions
This chapter provides a functional description of the components in the INEREX® System designed for use with
inert gases. CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. offers all components to configure a complete 200
or 300 bar system.
DANGER!
For your own safety, do not allow anyone other than fire protection personnel - qualified and
trained by CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. - to install, service or repair this
INEREX® System. Any improper use is forbidden.
NOTE:
The INEREX® System must not be combined with components produced by other manufacturers
than CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. The use of non-genuine CEODEUX
Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. components shall be considered as improper use. We
accept no liability. The limited warranty does not apply to malfunction, failure or damage of the
INEREX® System if non-genuine components are used.
NOTE:
The INEREX® System is built according to the state-of-the-art and recognised safety rules
and regulations. The INEREX® System must be installed, inspected, maintained, tested and
recharged only by fire protection personnel - qualified and trained by CEODEUX Extinguisher
Valves Technology S.A. - in accordance with existing regulations, rules and guidelines including
requirements of the Governmental and/or Local Authority and other regulatory authorities, e.g.:
NFPA 2001 Standard on Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems.
NOTE:
CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. cannot be held responsible for eventual
damage caused by inappropriate, improper or irresponsible use and/or for repairs made to the
product by unauthorised personnel. Intended use includes observance of this manual and all
other applicable documents, as well as adherence to maintenance and inspection conditions.
NOTE:
Due to continuous improvement of our products, CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology
S.A reserves the right to modify products without prior notice. Therefore, the delivered compo-
nents may differ from the components pictured in this chapter, without any change in the use
and the characteristics of the components.
Components according to the figure on page 25

1 Cylinder 10 Pressure regulator
2 Clamp for cylinder 11 Manifold mounting rail
3 Cylinder wall mounting rail 12 Clamp for manifold
4 Valve 13 Manifold
5 Pressure gauge 14 Pneumatic release device
6 Electromagnetic release device 15 Bleed valve
7 Manual/pneumatic release device 16 Check valve
8 Discharge hose 17 Nozzle
9 Pilot hose 18 Protection cap
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16
13
11 8
7
16
6 14 15
4
5
10
17
9
18
3
2
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3.1 Cylinder
The cylinder for vertical installation only is a red-coated steel construction. The cylinders are constructed, tested
and marked in accordance with DOT and/or CE regulations. Each cylinder is delivered with a protection cap.
Technical data
Part number 028800020 028800017 028800021
Water volume 80 litres 80 litres 67 litres 140 litres
External diameter 267 ± 1 mm 267 ± 1 mm 267 ± 1 mm
Height 1760 ± 10 mm 1680 ± 10 mm 1470 ± 10 mm
Working pressure 200 bar 300 bar 200 bar 300 bar
Test pressure 300 bar 450 bar 300 bar 450 bar
Material CrMo-steel CrMo-steel CrMo-steel CrMo-steel
Protection cap thread W80 x 1/11“ W80 x 1/11“ W80 x 1/11“ W80 x 1/11“
Conformity 2010/35/EU - TPED 2010/35/EU - TPED 2010/35/EU -TPED 2010/35/EU - TPED
Cylinder/valve assembly
Part number (empty) B04807002 B04808003 B04807001
Part number (filled IG01) B04807102 B04808103 B04807101
3.1.1 Cylinder mounting parts single row for 67l and 80l cylinder
Galvanised steel wall mounting rails and clamps are used to mount the cylinders in a vertical position to the wall.
The wall mounting rail is available for 1 to 10 cylinders.
End cap
Cylinder wall mounting rail
Clamp for
cylinder
End cap
Part Part number Cylinders Length Diameter

Cylinder wall mounting rail 024900311 1 400 mm
024900312 2 645 mm
024900313 3 940 mm
024900314 4 1240 mm
024900315 5 1535 mm
Clamp for cylinder 024900321 263-276 mm
End cap 024900322
3.1.2 Cylinder mounting parts double row for 67l and 80l cylinder
Galvanised steel wall mounting rails, bolts and nuts are used to mount the cylinders with wooden brackets in a
vertical position to the wall. The cylinder mounting parts are available in two sizes for 4 or 6 cylinders.
End cap
rail
ll mounting
Cylinder wa
acket
Nuts Rail br
et
brack
Middle
et
brack
Outer
Bolts
Washer Nuts
Part Part number Cylinders Length

Cylinder wall mounting rail 024900312 2 645 mm
024900313 3 940 mm
End cap 024900322 2
Rail bracket 024900323 2 645 mm
024900326 3 940 mm
Middle bracket 024900324 2 645 mm
024900327 3 940 mm
Outer bracket 024900325 2 645 mm
024900328 3 940 mm
Bolts and nuts mounting kit 024900329
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3.2 Valve Series B0480

Technical data
Part number B04801218 B04802020
Connection for release device M42 x 1.5 M42 x 1.5
Discharge port W21.8 x 1/14” DIN 477 W21.8 x 1/14” DIN 477
Burst disc 300 bar 450 bar
Port for pilot hose G 1/8” G 1/8”
Monitoring port M10 x 1 M10 x 1
Working pressure 200 bar 300 bar
Outlet orifice size 12 mm 12 mm
Flow rate Kv = 2.66 / Cv = 3.09 Kv = 2.66 / Cv = 3.09
Operating pressure 200 bar at 15°C 300 bar at 15°C
Leak rate at 20 bar to 200 bar 10-4 mbar l/s 10-4 mbar l/s
Torque moment max. 200 Nm with 3 layers of PTFE tape max. 200 Nm with 3 layers of PTFE tape
(EN 751-3) (EN 751-3)
Material valve Brass Brass
Conformity 2010/35/EU 2010/35/EU
89/106 ECC - CPR 89/106 ECC - CPR
Connection for release device

M42 x 1.5
Discharge port
Port for pilot hose
W21.8 x 1/14 DIN 477
Monitoring port
(for pressure switch or
pressure gauge)
Burst disc
300 bar (200 bar version)
450 bar (300 bar version)
Cylinder connection
Outlet safety plug
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3.2.1 Pressure regulator series B0840

Technical data
Part number B08400003
Inlet connection W21.8 x 1/14” DIN 477
Outlet connection W21.8 x 1/14” DIN 477
Nominal inlet pressure 200 / 300 bar
Maximum inlet pressure 360 bar
Inlet orifice size 12 mm
Static outlet pressure 60 bar
Dynamic outlet pressure see chart below
Material Brass
The pressure regulator modulates the discharge pressure to a constant

pressure, which still delivers the extinguishing agent within 60 seconds,
but with significant performance and cost benefits. It prevents discharge
freeze-up and explosive force of discharge. Low-pressure manifolds and
pipework can be used - that means lower costs.
After a system discharge, no reconditioning of the pressure regulator is
necessary. Functional tests are possible even while the system is armed.
The pressure regulator is screwed with a gasket on the discharge port of
the valve.
3.2.2 Gasket
Technical data
Part number 024100104
Working pressure 360 bar at 20°C
Material PA 6
The gasket is used in between the connection of the pressure regulator to
the discharge port of the valve.
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3.2.3 Pressure gauge

The pressure gauge measures the pressure in the cylinder. It is equipped with an integrated pressure switch to
supervise the loss of pressure in the cylinder. A separate 200 bar or 300 bar pressure gauge is used for each
inert gas.
Each valve must be equipped with a pressure gauge. The pressure gauge is connected to the monitoring port
of the valve.
3.2.3.1 Pressure gauge for IG01

Technical data
Part number 029720215 029720216
Connection M10 x 1 M10 x 1

Technical data
Part number 029720217 029720218

Technical data
Part number 029720219 029720220

Technical data
Part number 029720221 029720222
3.3 Release devices

The INEREX® System can be combined with three different types of release devices. The different types of
release devices are specified in this chapter.
3.3.1 Manual/pneumatic release device

Technical data
Valve connection M42 x 1.5
Working pressure 300 bar
Pneumatic connection G 1/8”
Material Brass and stainless steel
Actuation force <150 N
Actuation pressure min. 21 bar for 300 bar systems: p max. = 360
bar
min. 15 bar for 200 bar systems: p max. = 240
bar
Conformity 89/106/EEC
VdS
LPCB
The manual/pneumatic release device allows manual or pneumatic actuation
of several system components. This release device is used for pneumatic
actuation of multiple cylinders in series, which are connected to the master
cylinder by a pilot hose. Manual actuation is accomplished by pulling the
hand lever on the manual/pneumatic release device. In the closed position
the manual/pneumatic release device is secured with a safety pin. By
removing the safety pin, the hand lever can be manually pressed down to
activate the valve so that inert gas is released.
3.3.2 Pneumatic release device

Technical data
Pneumatic connection G 1/8”
Material Brass
Actuation pressure min. 21 bar for 300 bar systems: p max. = 360
bar
min. 15 bar for 200 bar systems: p max. = 240
bar
VdS
LPCB
This release device is used for pneumatic actuation of multiple cylinders in
series, which are connected to the master cylinder by a pilot hose. Cylinders
equipped with the pneumatic release device serve as slave cylinders.
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3.3.3 Electromagnetic release devices

The electromagnetic release device is used to actuate the system electrically. It is mounted on top of the master
valve and is operated by an electrical signal from a fire detection system. In order to actuate the electromagnetic
release device a constant DC voltage of 24V is required.
The electromagnetic release device can be combined with the manual/pneumatic release device or the pneumatic
release device.
3.3.3.1 Electromagnetic release device with and without diode

Technical data
Part number B04425148 (with diode)
B04425149 (without diode)
Nominal voltage 24 VDC
Electrical connection -
Nominal current 0.5 A
Protection class IP65
Material Brass and stainless steel
Plastic protection cap
3.3.3.2 Reset tool for electromagnetic release device

Technical data
Connection M42 x 1.5
Material Brass
The reset tool is used to reset the electromagnetic release device pin after
system discharge. The reset tool is screwed into the bottom of the electro-
magnetic release device.
3.3.3.3 Adapter
Technical data
Connection G1/8” / M12 x 1.5
Material Brass
The adapter is used for the connection of pilot hoses to the manual/pneumatic
release device or to the pneumatic release device.
3.4 Pilot hose

Technical data
Part number B06920211 B06920212 B06920213
Connection 2 x M12 x 1.5 2 x M12 x 1.5 2 x M12 x 1.5
Length 400 mm 700 mm 500 mm
Bending radius 75 mm 75 mm 75 mm
Nominal diameter DN 6 DN 6 DN 6
Working pressure 400 bar 400 bar 400 bar
Burst pressure 1600 bar 1600 bar 1600 bar
Standard EN 857 2 SC EN 857 2 SC EN 857 2 SC
Material
• Connection Galvanised steel
• Hose inner layer Oil resistant synthetic rubber
• Hose insert Two high tensile steel wire braided inserts
• Hose outer layer Oil resistant and weatherproof synthetic rubber
Conformity VdS
The pilot hose is used to build up the pilot line, e.g. for the connection of
several release devices and/or for the connection of the valve to the release
device.
The pilot hose may only be used in accordance with component approv-
al in stationary inert gases fire extinguishing systems. Several cylinders,
equipped with valves, can be connected with pilot hoses.
DKOL - DN 6 form N DIN 20078 connection with O-Ring fit to flare (24°) DIN EN ISO 8434-1 light series.
M12 x 1.5
M12 x 1.5
Marking: Part number, approval sign, working pressure, type 3, date of manufac-
ture (week/year)
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3.5 Discharge hoses

3.5.1 Discharge hose DN 16
Technical data
Nominal diameter DN16
Connection thread inlet W21.8 x 1,14” • G3/4”
Length 400 mm
Working pressure max. 350 bar
Burst pressure 1400 bar
Bending radius 180 mm
Standard EN 853 2 SN
Material
• Connection Galvanised steel
Conformity VdS
The discharge hose is used for the connection of the pressure regulator to
the check valve.
The discharge hose is provided with one W21.8 x 1/14” nut and one G3/4”
nut.
The nuts are protected with plastic caps, which must be removed before
installation.
The W21.8 x 1/14“ nut with the inserted gasket is installed on the pressure
regulator.
The G3/4“ nut with the inserted gasket is connected to a check valve.
SW30 W21.8 x 1/14” SW32 G3/4”
Marking: Part number, approval sign, working pressure, type 1, date of manufacture (week/year)
Length 400 mm
Inserted gasket Inserted gasket

Nut closed with plastic cap Nut closed with plastic cap
3.5.2 Discharge hose DN 12 straight

Technical data
Nominal diameter DN 12
Connection thread inlet W21.8 x 1/14” • G3/4”
Length 400 mm
Working pressure max. 380 bar
Burst pressure 1520 bar
Bending radius 130 mm
Standard EN 853 2 SN
Material
• Connection W21.8 x 1/14” Brass
• Connection G3/4” Steel coated
Conformity VdS
The discharge hose is used for the connection of the pressure regulator to
the check valve.
The discharge hose is provided with one W21.8 x 1/14” nut and one G3/4”
nut.
The nuts are protected with plastic caps, which must be removed before
installation.
The W21.8 x 1/14“ nut with the pressed gasket is installed on the pressure
regulator.
The G3/4“ nut with the inserted gasket is connected to a check valve.
SW30 W21.8 x 1/14” SW32 G3/4”
Marking: Part number, approval sign, working pressure, type 1, date of manufacture (week/year)
Length 400 mm
Pressed gasket Inserted gasket

Nut closed with plastic cap Nut closed with plastic cap
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3.6 Bleed valve

Technical data
Nominal diameter DN 1.5
Connection thread inlet G1/8” DIN ISO 228-1
Closing pressure 0.7 - 1.5 bar
Material Brass
Conformity VdS
The bleed valve is installed at the end of the pilot line at the last pneumatic
release device. The bleed valve prevents an accidental system release. The
bleed valve is provided with a connection thread G1/8” DIN ISO 228-1 for the
connection at the end of the pilot line at the last pneumatic release device.
3.7 Check valve

Technical data
Nominal diameter DN 12
Connection thread inlet G3/4” DIN ISO 228-1
Connection thread outlet R1” DIN EN 10226-1
Pressure to open < 0.1 bar
Leak rate at 20 bar < 20 bubbles / 1min
Material
• Housing Brass
• Ball Stainless steel
• Sealing Thermoplastic
Conformity VdS
The check valve prevents a back-flow of the extinguishing agent into the
cylinder. The check valve is provided with a connection thread R1“ DIN EN
10226-1 for the connection to the manifold and a connection thread G3/4“
DIN ISO 228-1 for the connection to the discharge hose.
3.8 Manifolds
Manifolds are used to connect several cylinders at 100 bar pressure. They can only be used with valves with pressure
regulators.
3.8.1 Manifold for 100 bar inert gas - single row

Technical data
Part number B05800013 B05800014 B05800015
Connection for 2 cylinders 3 cylinders 5 cylinders
Test pressure 150 bar 150 bar 150 bar
Inlet connection Rc1” Rc1” Rc1”
Outlet connection R2” R2” R2”
Material Galvanised steel Galvanised steel Galvanised steel
Conformity 97/23/EC 97/23/EC 97/23/EC
3.8.2 Manifold for 100 bar inert gas - double row

Technical data
Part number B05800016 B05800017 B05800018
Test pressure 150 bar 150 bar 150 bar
Inlet connection Rc1” Rc1” Rc1”
Outlet connection R2” R2” R2”
Material Galvanised steel Galvanised steel Galvanised steel
Conformity 97/23/EC 97/23/EC 97/23/EC
3.8.3 Manifold connector

Technical data
Test pressure 300 bar
Connection R2”
Standard ISO 49 and EN 10242
Material Galvanised steel
The manifold connector is used to connect several manifolds. The red dot confirms
testing up to 300 bar.
3.8.4 Manifold end caps

Technical data
Part number B023400100 026300501
End cap
Test pressure 300 bar 300 bar
Standard ISO 49 and EN 10242 ISO 49 and EN 10242
Cap connection R2” R2” to 1”
End cap
Material Galvanised steel Galvanised steel with port
The red dot confirms testing up to 300 bar.
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3.8.5 Manifold mounting parts

Galvanised steel wall mounting rails and clamps are used to mount the manifold.
Manifold mounting rail

610 mm
Manifold mounting rail Clamp for manifold End cap

305 mm
Part Part number Length Diameter

Manifold mounting rail B05805000 305 mm
B05805001 610 mm
Clamp for manifold B05805004 2”
End cap 024900322
3.9 Nozzles
Technical data
Connection thread R1/2” DIN EN 10226-1
R3/4” DIN EN 10226-1
R1” DIN EN 10226-1
R1 1/2” DIN EN 10226-1
Material nozzle body Brass
Conformity VdS
The nozzle distributes the extinguishing agent evenly in the extinguishing zone in the calculated flooding time.
Nozzles are designed to direct the discharge of inert gas using the stored pressure from the cylinders. Nozzles
are available in 360° discharge patterns.
The nozzle selection depends on the hazard and location to be protected.
Nozzles are available with a connection thread R1 1/2“, R1“, R1/2“ and R3/4“ and can be screwed into every
fitting corresponding to the pressure stage and the thread. The nozzle outlet must point downwards to distribute
the extinguishing agent effectively and to prevent pollution.
Connection thread Part number Orifice Diameter Part number Orifice Diameter
B04611100 3 mm B04611108 3.5 mm
B04611101 4 mm B04611109 4.5 mm
B04611102 5 mm B04611110 5.5 mm
R1/2” DIN EN 10226-1 B04611103 6 mm B04611111 6.5 mm
B04611104 7 mm B04611112 7.5 mm
B04611105 8 mm B04611113 8.5 mm
B04611106 9 mm B04611114 9.5 mm
B04611200 7 mm B04611208 7.5 mm
B04611201 8 mm B04611209 8.5 mm
B04611202 9 mm B04611210 9.5 mm
R3/4” DIN EN 10226-1 B04611203 10 mm B04611211 10.5 mm
B04611204 11 mm B04611212 11.5 mm
B04611205 12 mm B04611213 12.5 mm
B04611206 13 mm B04611214 13.5 mm
B04611300 10 mm B04611309 10.5 mm
B04611301 11 mm B04611310 11.5 mm
B04611302 12 mm B04611311 12.5 mm
B04611303 13 mm B04611312 13.5 mm
R1” DIN EN 10226-1
B04611304 14 mm B04611313 14.5 mm
B04611305 15 mm B04611314 15.5 mm
B04611306 16 mm B04611315 16.5 mm
B04611307 17 mm B04611316 17.5 mm
B04611400 15 mm B04611412 15.5 mm
B04611401 16 mm B04611413 16.5 mm
B04611402 17 mm B04611414 17.5 mm
B04611403 18 mm B04611415 18.5 mm
B04611404 19 mm B04611416 19.5 mm
R1 1/2” DIN EN 10226-1 B04611405 20 mm B04611417 20.5 mm
B04611406 21 mm B04611418 21.5 mm
B04611407 22 mm B04611419 22.5 mm
B04611408 23 mm B04611420 23.5 mm
B04611409 24 mm B04611421 24.5 mm
B04611410 25 mm B04611422 25.5 mm
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3.10 Optional components

3.10.1 Pressure gauge for manifold
Technical data
Diameter 80 mm
Connection thread G1/2”
Pressure gauge scale 0 - 400 bar
Quality class 1.6
The pressure gauge for manifold is used to monitor the discharge pressure.
It is mandatory when using directional valves.
3.10.2 Pressure relief device for manifold

Technical data
Set pressure 66 bar at 20°C / 957 psi at 68°F
Connection thread G1/2”
The pressure relief device for manifold is a safety device to prevent over-
pressure during discharge.
3.10.3 Pressure and flow detector switch

Technical data
Opening pressure 2 bar
Connection thread G1/2” or G3/4”
Power source 400 VAC / 3 A or
24 VDC / 10 A
Protection IP65
The pressure and flow detector switch is connected to the manifold and to a
power supply. It reacts in the earliest stage of extinguishing agent discharge
at 2 bar pressure and energises or de-energises electrically operated equip-
ment. After a discharge the pressure and flow detector switch must be reset
manually.
For the connection of the pressure and flow detector switch refer to the ap-
pendix, page 122.
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4 Design
The design of the INEREX® System must be in accordance with, but not necessarily limited to, the
recommendations of CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. and the applicable requirements set forth
in the latest editions of the following standards:
“minimum” design standards. Also, compliance with the Authority Having Jurisdiction is required and good engi-
neering practices must be implemented.
The INEREX® System is designed for total flooding in accordance with the standards mentioned above.
The designer must be trained and certified by CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. The designer
must consider and address possible fire hazards within the protected enclosure at the design stage.
The designer must consider the effect of extinguishing agent distribution through the hazard when the INEREX®
System is operational and in use. The design must be based on a detailed knowledge of the protected area, its
use and the necessity of personnel protection.
It is important to consider the fire precautions of the premises as a whole. An INEREX® System can only be part
of a fire protection concept in combination with other fire protection measures, e.g. a fire detection system.
The design engineer must become thoroughly familiar with this design manual in order to define the proper pro-
cedures for applying the input parameters to the VdS calculation software. There are a number of limitations to
these input parameters which must be observed if accurate results are to be obtained. Most of these limitations
are in the VdS calculation software.
NOTE:
For a sample calculation with the VdS calculation software, refer to chapter 4.5.
Before you start to design an INEREX® System, the following data must be known:
• Kind and use of enclosure to be protected (e.g. computer room, storage room, museum etc.)
• Volume of the enclosure including false ceilings and/or subfloors and special characteristics of the enclo-
sure (e.g. closable and unclosable openings, ventilation systems, unclosable leakages at cables entries,
windows)
• Minimum and maximum temperatures in the enclosure
• Altitude of the enclosure above or below sea level
• Structural strength of the enclosure
• Storage conditions of the cylinders
• Distance between the protected enclosure and the storage room of cylinders
The INEREX® System is designed for fires of class A, B, C (refer also to chapter 2). The INEREX® System is not
designed for local application.
The extinguishing agents IG01, IG100, IG55 and IG541 must not be used on fires involving the following
materials:
• Materials that contain their own oxygen supply and liberate oxygen when burning, such as cellulose
nitrate, gunpowder
IG55, IG541 and IG100 are not effective for fires of:
• Metal hydrides
• Reactive metals such as sodium, potassium, magnesium, titanium, zirconium, uranium and plutoni-
um.
For fires involving metal hydrides or reactive metals IG01 can be used.
However, there are certain restrictions that must be addressed by the design engineer before applying the input
data. The following chapters describe the essential design parameters and design limitations which must be
considered.
CAUTION!
For hazards beyond the scope described in this manual, the designer must consult CEODEUX
Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A., NFPA 2001 and ISO14520-1 on the suitability of inert gas
as extinguishing agent for the protection, necessary design concentration and personnel expo-
sure effects from that concentration.
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Design
4.1 Determine the volume of the hazard

The first step in the design of an INEREX® System is to calculate the volume of each enclosure to be protected.
With the exception of solid objects, the enclosure must be considered as an empty room, when calculating the
volume of the enclosure. Solid objects are e.g. columns, beams, cut-out room sections, closets that will always
be closed, ducts that pass completely through the area without any openings, and any other large, permanently
fixed objects that can not be removed from the enclosure.
For small enclosures, the equipment of the enclosure must also be considered, because the equipment reduc-
es a considerable percentage of the enclosure volume. Consider if the reduced volume will raise the effective
concentration of the extinguishing agent in normally occupied areas from the NOAEL to the LOAEL. This con-
sideration must be carefully balanced against the need to maintain an adequate concentration even when the
enclosure is empty.
4.1.1 Rectangular enclosures

1. Make a drawing of the enclosure whose volume you want to calculate.
2. Measure the length, width and height of the enclosure.
3. For the calculation of the volume, multiply the length by the width and then by the height. Use the same units,
whether feet, metres or inches, in all measurements.
4. Subtract the volume of solid objects in order to calculate the net volume of the enclosure.
Calculate the volume of each solid object separately and add them together to determine the volume of all
solid objects.
4.1.2 Non-rectangular irregular enclosures

1. Make a drawing of the enclosure whose volume you want to calculate.
2. Divide the enclosure into measurable sections, mapping out square or rectangular sections first and then
irregular sections separately.
3. Measure the length, width and height of each section.
4. Calculate of the volume of each section separately by multiplying the length by the width and then by the
height. Use the same units, whether feet, metres or inches, in all measurements.
5. Add the result of all sections together to determine the volume of the enclosure.
6. Subtract the volume of solid objects in order to calculate the net volume of the enclosure.
Calculate the volume of each solid object separately and add them together to determine the volume of all
solid objects.
4.1.3 Integrity test of the enclosure

For an INEREX® System you must perform an integrity test of the enclosure to locate and then effectively seal
any significant leaks that could result in a failure of the enclosure to hold the extinguishing agent concentration
level for the specified hold time. For the calculation of the extinguishing agent concentration for the specified hold
time, a blower door test must be performed to establish the integrity of enclosures.
The blower door fan is used to blow air into or out of the enclosure, creating either a positive and/or negative
pressure differential between inside and outside. This pressure difference forces air through all air leaks of the
enclosure. The tighter the enclosure, the less air is needed from the blower door fan to create a pressure change
in the enclosure. For detailed information refer to the standards of NFPA 2001 Standard on Clean Agent Fire
Extinguishing Systems.
4.1.4 Limitations - enclosure

• Structural strength of the enclosure: walls, ceilings, false ceilings, floors, subfloors, doors, windows etc. of
the enclosure must withstand any increase of pressure during discharge. If the pressure due to discharge
presents a threat to the structural strength of the enclosure, venting must be provided to prevent excessive
pressures. Refer also to chapter 4.2.4.4.
• The enclosure must be non-combustible or fire-resistant, so that the enclosure is maintained until the end of
the hold time.
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NOTE:
To avoid loss of extinguishing agent through openings to adjacent areas, openings must either
be permanently sealed or equipped with automatic closures.
CAUTION!
Forced-air ventilating systems using additional air must shut down or close automatically be-
fore or simultaneously with the discharge of the extinguishing agent, because their continued
operation can adversely affect the performance of the INEREX® System or result in propagation
of the fire.
4.2 Calculation of the extinguishing agent

The procedure to determine the quantity of the extinguishing agent required to protect a specified hazard is as
follows:
1. Calculate the design quantity of gas required to protect a room of the given volume and the given risk (refer
to chapter 4.2.1).
2. Calculate the design concentration of gas required to protect a room of the given volume and the given risk
(refer to chapter 4.2.2).
3. Corrections due to forced-air ventilating systems, interconnected volumes or unclosable openings if neces-
sary (refer to chapter 4.2.4).
4. The height and temperature dependence of the design quantity has to be taken into account (refer to chapter
4.2.4).
5. The final storage quantity is based on the design quantity and the reserve quantity, which have to be deter-
mined according to chapter 4.3.2.
4.2.1 Formula for the calculation of the minimum design quantity

The minimum design quantity can be calculated with the formula:
V 100
Q= · In ( )
S 100 - C
Definitions:
Q: inert gas design quantity in kg.
V: net volume of the enclosure in m3 (enclosure gross volume minus solid objects; refer to chapter 4.1).
S: K1 + (K2.T)
The relevant values of K1 and K2 are:
IG01: K1 = 0.56119 and K2 = 0.00205
IG100: K1 = 0.79968 and K2 = 0.00293
IG55: K1 = 0.6598 and K2 = 0.002416
IG541: K1 = 1.683 and K2 = 0.0044
T: minimum anticipated temperature in the enclosure in °C.
C: design concentration of inert gas in volume percent.
NOTE:
A temperature adjustment is already integrated in this formula. It is universally valid for designs
according to NFPA 2001 (2000) and ISO 14520-1 (2000).
4.2.2 Calculation of the design concentration

The second step in the design of an INEREX® System is to calculate the required design concentration for the
enclosure to be protected.
NFPA 2001 requires that 95% of the design quantity must be discharged within 60 seconds from the start of the
discharge. An INEREX® System must, therefore, be designed to meet this criterion unless the Authority Having
Jurisdiction permits a longer discharge time. The INEREX® System is listed for discharge times of the required
range according to NFPA 2001.
The minimum design concentration for an INEREX® System according to UL 2127 depends on the class of fire.
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Design
Risk IG01 Extinguishing agent Safety factor IG01 Design concentration

concentration [%-vol ] [%-vol ]
Class A 30.7 1.2 36.9
Class B 40.5 1.3 52.7
Class C 30.7 1.35 41.5
Table 4-1 IG01 concentrations according to UL 2127

Class A 31.0 1.2 37.2
Class B 36.9 1.3 48.0
Class C 31.0 1.35 41.9

Class A 31.8 1.2 38.2
Class B 37.1 1.3 48.3
Class C 31.8 1.35 43.0

Class A 28.4 1.2 34.1
Class B 36.7 1.3 47.7
Class C 28.4 1.35 38.4
NOTE:
If there are flammable liquids in one calculation area, the maximum design concentration must
be applied.
4.2.3 Alternative quick calculation

A quick quantity calculation can be made by using the flooding factors as shown in table 4-5 to table 4-8.
• Select the row corresponding to the lowest anticipated temperature in the protected enclosure.
• Read off the flooding factor from the column for the required design concentration.
If you want to use IG100 for example as extinguishing agent, the flooding factor at a temperature of 20°C and
design concentration of 42% is 0.545 kg/m3.
Only set design concentrations are given. If the design concentration required is between those given in the
tables, then extrapolation will provide an acceptable flooding factor.
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Tempera- Specific Volume requirements of IG01 per unit volume of Hazard Vagent/VEnclosure
ture °C vapour Design Concentration (Percent by Volume)
volume
m3/kg C
T S 34 38 42 46 50 54 58 62
-40 0.479 0 0.522 0.601 0.685 0.775 0.872 0.976 1.091 1.217
-35 0.489 3 0.511 0.588 0.671 0.758 0.853 0.956 1.068 1.191
-30 0.499 6 0.501 0.576 0.657 0.743 0.836 0.936 1.046 1.167
-25 0.509 8 0.491 0.565 0.644 0.728 0.819 0.917 1.025 1.143
-20 0.520 1 0.481 0.554 0.631 0.714 0.803 0.899 1.005 1.120
-15 0.530 4 0.472 0.543 0.619 0.700 0.787 0.882 0.985 1.009
-10 0.540 6 0.463 0.533 0.607 0.686 0.772 0.865 0.966 1.078
-5 0.550 9 0.454 0.523 0.596 0.674 0.758 0.849 0.948 1.058
0 0.561 2 0.446 0.513 0.585 0.661 0.744 0.833 0.931 1.038
5 0.571 5 0.438 0.504 0.574 0.649 0.731 0.818 0.914 1.020
10 0.581 7 0.430 0.495 0.564 0.638 0.718 0.804 0.898 1.002
15 0.592 0 0.423 0.486 0.554 0.627 0.705 0.790 0.883 0.984
20 0.602 3 0.416 0.478 0.545 0.616 0.693 0.777 0.868 0.968
25 0.612 6 0.409 0.470 0.536 0.606 0.682 0.764 0.853 0.951
30 0.622 8 0.402 0.462 0.527 0.596 0.670 0.751 0.839 0.936
35 0.633 1 0.395 0.455 0.518 0.586 0.659 0.739 0.825 0.920
40 0.643 4 0.389 0.448 0.510 0.577 0.649 0.727 0.812 0.906
45 0.653 6 0.383 0.440 0.502 0.568 0.639 0.716 0.799 0.892
50 0.663 9 0.377 0.434 0.494 0.559 0.629 0.704 0.787 0.878
55 0.674 2 0.371 0.427 0.487 0.550 0.619 0.694 0.775 0.864
60 0.684 5 0.366 0.421 0.479 0.542 0.610 0.683 0.763 0.851
65 0.694 7 0.360 0.414 0.472 0.534 0.601 0.673 0.752 0.839
70 0.705 0 0.355 0.408 0.465 0.526 0.592 0.663 0.741 0.827
75 0.715 3 0.350 0.403 0.459 0.519 0.584 0.654 0.730 0.815
80 0.725 6 0.345 0.397 0.452 0.511 0.575 0.645 0.720 0.803
85 0.735 8 0.340 0.391 0.446 0.504 0.567 0.636 0.710 0.792
90 0.746 1 0.335 0.386 0.440 0.497 0.560 0.627 0.700 0.781
95 0.756 4 0.331 0.381 0.434 0.491 0.552 0.618 0.691 0.770
100 0.766 6 0.326 0.376 0.428 0.484 0.545 0.610 0.682 0.760
Table 4-5 Total flooding quantity for IG01 (SI Units)
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Design
volume
m3/kg C
T S 34 38 42 46 50 54 58 62
-40 0.682 5 0.523 0.601 0.685 0.775 0.872 0.977 1.091 1.217
-35 0.697 1 0.512 0.589 0.671 0.759 0.853 0.956 1.068 1.191
-30 0.711 8 0.501 0.576 0.657 0.743 0.836 0.936 1.046 1.167
-25 0.726 4 0.491 0.565 0.644 0.728 0.819 0.917 1.025 1.143
-20 0.741 1 0.481 0.554 0.631 0.714 0.803 0.899 1.005 1.120
-15 0.755 7 0.472 0.543 0.619 0.700 0.787 0.882 0.985 1.009
-10 0.770 4 0.463 0.533 0.607 0.686 0.772 0.865 0.966 1.078
-5 0.785 0 0.454 0.523 0.596 0.674 0.758 0.849 0.948 1.058
0 0.799 7 0.446 0.513 0.585 0.661 0.744 0.833 0.931 1.038
5 0.814 3 0.438 0.504 0.574 0.649 0.731 0.818 0.914 1.020
10 0.829 0 0.430 0.495 0.564 0.638 0.718 0.804 0.898 1.002
15 0.843 6 0.423 0.486 0.554 0.627 0.705 0.790 0.883 0.984
20 0.858 3 0.416 0.478 0.545 0.616 0.693 0.777 0.868 0.968
25 0.872 9 0.409 0.470 0.536 0.606 0.682 0.764 0.853 0.951
30 0.887 6 0.402 0.462 0.527 0.596 0.670 0.751 0.839 0.936
35 0.902 2 0.395 0.455 0.518 0.586 0.659 0.739 0.825 0.920
40 0.916 9 0.389 0.448 0.510 0.577 0.649 0.727 0.812 0.906
45 0.931 5 0.383 0.440 0.502 0.568 0.639 0.715 0.799 0.892
50 0.946 2 0.377 0.434 0.494 0.559 0.629 0.704 0.787 0.878
55 0.960 8 0.371 0.427 0.487 0.550 0.619 0.694 0.775 0.864
60 0.975 5 0.366 0.421 0.479 0.542 0.610 0.683 0.763 0.851
65 0.990 1 0.360 0.414 0.472 0.534 0.601 0.673 0.752 0.839
70 1.004 8 0.355 0.408 0.465 0.526 0.592 0.663 0.741 0.827
75 1.019 4 0.350 0.402 0.459 0.519 0.584 0.654 0.730 0.815
80 1.034 1 0.345 0.397 0.452 0.511 0.575 0.645 0.720 0.803
85 1.048 7 0.340 0.391 0.446 0.504 0.567 0.636 0.710 0.792
90 1.063 4 0.335 0.386 0.440 0.497 0.559 0.627 0.700 0.781
95 1.078 0 0.331 0.381 0.434 0.491 0.552 0.618 0.691 0.770
100 1.092 7 0.326 0.375 0.428 0.484 0.544 0.610 0.681 0.760
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volume
m3/kg C
T S 34 38 42 46 50 54 58 62
-40 0.568 17 0.524 0.603 0.688 0.778 0.875 0.980 1.095 1.221
-35 0.563 24 0.513 0.591 0.673 0.761 0.856 0.959 1.072 1.196
-30 0.587 32 0.503 0.579 0.659 0.746 0.839 0.940 1.050 1.171
-25 0.599 40 0.493 0.567 0.646 0.731 0.822 0.921 1.029 1.147
-20 0.611 48 0.483 0.556 0.633 0.716 0.806 0.903 1.008 1.125
-15 0.623 55 0.474 0.545 0.621 0.702 0.790 0.885 0.989 1.103
-10 0.635 63 0.465 0.535 0.609 0.689 0.775 0.868 0.970 1.082
-5 0.647 71 0.456 0.525 0.598 0.676 0.761 0.852 0.952 1.062
0 0.659 79 0.448 0.515 0.587 0.664 0.747 0.837 0.935 1.042
5 0.671 86 0.440 0.506 0.576 0.652 0.733 0.822 0.918 1.024
10 0.683 94 0.432 0.497 0.566 0.640 0.720 0.807 0.902 1.006
15 0.696 02 0.424 0.488 0.556 0.629 0.708 0.793 0.886 0.988
20 0.708 10 0.417 0.480 0.547 0.619 0.696 0.779 0.871 0.971
25 0.720 17 0.410 0.472 0.538 0.608 0.684 0.766 0.856 0.955
30 0.732 25 0.403 0.464 0.529 0.598 0.673 0.754 0.842 0.939
35 0.744 33 0.397 0.456 0.520 0.588 0.662 0.742 0.828 0.924
40 0.756 41 0.390 0.449 0.512 0.579 0.651 0.730 0.815 0.909
45 0.768 48 0.384 0.442 0.504 0.570 0.641 0.718 0.802 0.895
50 0.780 56 0.378 0.435 0.496 0.561 0.631 0.707 0.790 0.881
55 0.792 64 0.373 0.429 0.488 0.553 0.622 0.696 0.778 0.868
60 0.804 71 0.367 0.422 0.481 0.544 0.612 0.686 0.766 0.855
65 0.816 79 0.362 0.416 0.474 0.536 0.603 0.676 0.755 0.842
70 0.828 87 0.356 0.410 0.467 0.528 0.594 0.666 0.744 0.830
75 0.840 95 0.351 0.404 0.460 0.521 0.586 0.656 0.733 0.818
80 0.853 02 0.346 0.398 0.454 0.513 0.578 0.647 0.723 0.806
85 0.865 10 0.341 0.393 0.448 0.506 0.569 0.638 0.713 0.795
90 0.877 18 0.337 0.387 0.441 0.499 0.562 0.629 0.703 0.784
95 0.889 26 0.332 0.382 0.435 0.493 0.554 0.621 0.693 0.773
100 0.901 33 0.328 0.377 0.430 0.486 0.547 0.612 0.684 0.763
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Design
volume
m3/kg C
T S 34 38 42 46 50 54 58 62
-40 0.562 4 0.521 0.600 0.684 0.773 0.870 0.975 1.089 1.214
-35 0.574 3 0.511 0.587 0.669 0.757 0.852 0.954 1.066 1.189
-30 0.586 3 0.500 0.575 0.656 0.742 0.834 0.935 1.044 1.165
-25 0.598 2 0.490 0.564 0.643 0.727 0.818 0.916 1.023 1.142
-20 0.610 2 0.481 0.553 0.630 0.713 0.802 0.898 1.003 1.119
-15 0.622 1 0.471 0.542 0.618 0.699 0.786 0.881 0.984 1.098
-10 0.634 1 0.463 0.532 0.606 0.686 0.772 0.864 0.966 1.077
-5 0.646 0 0.454 0.522 0.595 0.673 0.757 0.848 0.948 1.067
0 0.658 0 0.446 0.513 0.584 0.661 0.744 0.833 0.931 1.038
5 0.669 9 0.438 0.504 0.574 0.649 0.730 0.818 0.914 1.019
10 0.681 9 0.430 0.495 0.564 0.638 0.717 0.804 0.898 1.001
15 0.693 8 0.423 0.486 0.554 0.627 0.705 0.790 0.882 0.984
20 0.705 8 0.416 0.478 0.545 0.616 0.693 0.777 0.868 0.968
25 0.717 7 0.409 0.470 0.536 0.606 0.682 0.764 0.853 0.951
30 0.729 7 0.402 0.462 0.527 0.596 0.670 0.751 0.839 0.936
35 0.741 6 0.395 0.455 0.518 0.586 0.660 0.739 0.826 0.921
40 0.753 6 0.389 0.448 0.510 0.577 0.649 0.727 0.812 0.906
45 0.765 5 0.383 0.441 0.502 0.568 0.639 0.716 0.800 0.892
50 0.777 5 0.377 0.434 0.494 0.559 0.629 0.705 0.787 0.878
55 0.789 4 0.371 0.427 0.487 0.551 0.620 0.694 0.776 0.865
60 0.801 4 0.366 0.421 0.480 0.543 0.610 0.684 0.764 0.852
65 0.813 3 0.361 0.415 0.473 0.535 0.601 0.674 0.753 0.840
70 0.825 3 0.355 0.409 0.466 0.527 0.593 0.664 0.742 0.827
75 0.837 2 0.350 0.403 0.459 0.519 0.584 0.655 0.731 0.816
80 0.849 2 0.345 0.397 0.453 0.512 0.576 0.645 0.721 0.804
85 0.861 1 0.341 0.392 0.446 0.505 0.568 0.636 0.711 0.793
90 0.873 1 0.336 0.386 0.440 0.498 0.560 0.628 0.701 0.782
95 0.885 0 0.331 0.381 0.434 0.491 0.553 0.619 0.692 0.772
100 0.897 0 0.327 0.376 0.429 0.485 0.545 0.611 0.683 0.761
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4.2.4 Adjustments
4.2.4.1 Altitude and temperature adjustments
According to NFPA 2001 (2000) and ISO 14520-1 (2000), the design quantity of the extinguishing agent must
be adjusted to compensate only for ambient pressures that vary by more than 11% (equivalent to approximately
1000 metres of elevation change) from standard sea level pressure (1.013 mbar). The ambient pressure is af-
fected by changes in altitude, pressurisation or de-pressurisation of the protected enclosure, and weather-relat-
ed barometric pressure changes. The quantity of extinguishing agent is determined by multiplying the quantity
determined in chapter 4.2.1 by the ratio of the average ambient enclosure pressure to the standard sea level
pressure. Correction factors for gaseous agents are shown in table 4-9.
Equivalent altitude metres Correction factor

- 1000 1.130
0 1.000
1000 0.885
1500 0.830
2000 0.785
2500 0.735
3000 0.690
3500 0.650
4000 0.610
4500 0.565
Table 4-9 Altitude correction factors according to ISO 14520-1 (2000) and NFPA 2001 (2000)
4.2.4.2 Reserve quantity

Normally the Authority Having Jurisdiction determines whether a hazard requires a reserve set of INEREX® cyl-
inders, either connected to the pipework or spare.
NFPA 2001, Standard on Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems, states: “Reserve Agent Supply. Where re-
quired, a reserve agent supply shall consist of as many multiples of the primary agent supply as the authority
having jurisdiction considers necessary.” “Uninterrupted Protection. Where uninterrupted protection is required,
both the primary and the reserve agent supplies shall be permanently connected to the distribution piping and
arranged for easy changeover.”
4.2.4.3 Unclosable openings

If there are unclosable openings in an enclosure, the loss of extinguishing agent must be compensated by
extending the discharge time, which in turn extends the period of extinguishing agent application. In order to
determine the additional required extinguishing agent, an integrity test of the enclosure must be performed to
determine the loss through unclosable openings. The loss of extinguishing agent through unclosable openings
can be compensated by extending the discharge time or by applying additional extinguishing agent.
NOTE:
According to NFPA 2001 (2012), 95% of the extinguishing agent design concentration must be
discharged within 60 seconds from the start of the discharge.
NOTE:
According to NFPA 2001 (2012), the maximum permitted time to extinguish a fire is 30 seconds,
after the end of the discharge.
4.2.4.4 Relief devices to avoid overpressure

Special consideration must be given to inert gas systems where the concern exists that the high concentration
can result in significant overpressure in the enclosure during discharge. In order to compensate an eventual
overpressure and to avoid damage to the enclosure and equipment in the enclosure, suitable pressure relief
devices must be provided.
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4.3 Selection of cylinders

• Define the pressure of the system (200 bar or 300 bar)
• Define the size of the cylinders
• Define how many cylinders are required
NOTE:
67 and 80 litres INEREX® cylinders are available for the 200 bar INEREX® System.
80 and 140 litres INEREX® cylinders are available for the 300 bar INEREX® System.
NOTE:
Only one cylinder size and one system pressure must be used in an INEREX® system. Com-
ponents must agree to the chosen system pressure (200 or 300 bar). The cylinders are facto-
ry-filled by UL recognised filling stations.
NOTE:
The INEREX® cylinders must not be combined with components produced by other manufac-
turers than CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. The use of non-genuine CEODEUX
Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. components shall be considered as improper use. We
accept no liability.
Cylinder Extinguishing agent filling mass in kilogramme at 15°C

capacity IG01 IG100 IG55 IG541
67 litres, 200 bar 24.1 15.1 19.3 20.2
80 litres, 200 bar 28.5 17.9 22.9 24.2
80 litres, 300 bar 40.8 24.7 31.2 33.2
140 litres, 300 bar 71.4 43.2 56.3 58.2
Table 4-10 Filling mass of INEREX® cylinders at 15°C
The filling tolerance for each cylinder is +0/-2.5 % of the nominal filling pressure.
4.3.1 Dependency of the pressure inside the cylinder and the ambient temperature
The filling pressure of 200 bar or 300 bar is measured at 15°C according to international standards. The pressure
inside the cylinder depends on the ambient temperature.
Figure 4-1 Temperature/pressure graph for IG01
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4.3.2 Define the number of cylinders

The number of required INEREX® cylinders is determined from the adjusted design quantity with the following
formula:
N = Qadj / Qcyl
Definitions:
N: number of cylinders
Qadj: design quantity adjusted in kg
Qcyl: filling mass of cylinder in kg
If the result has decimal places, the result must be rounded up to the next whole number.
4.3.3 Check of the final oxygen concentration

As only completely filled cylinders can be used, the achieved extinguishing agent concentration is higher than the
design concentration. The maximum achievable concentration is thus depending on the design concentration,
volume of the enclosure, cylinder pressure and cylinder size.
The oxygen concentration is automatically calculated by the VdS calculation software. Check that the calculated
oxygen concentration is above NOAEL or LOAEL at the minimum operating temperature.
4.4 Limitations
4.4.1 Limitations cylinders
• The floor of the storage room must be able to carry the weight of the filled cylinders.
Weight per metre of 67 litres cylinders 200 bar cylinders
Single row 310 kg
Double row 620 kg
Table 4-11 Storage floor loading capacity for 67 litres cylinders per metre
Weight per metre of 80 litres cylinders 200 bar cylinders 300 bar cylinders
Single row 360 kg 530 kg
Double row 720 kg 1060 kg
Weight per metre of 140 litres cylinders 300 bar cylinders

Single row 750 kg
Double row 1500 kg
• Cylinders must be located as close as possible to the protected areas.

• Cylinders and components must be located and arranged so that inspection, testing, recharging, and main-
tenance activities are facilitated and interruption of protection is held to a minimum.
• If the cylinders are located outside a protected area, they must be located as close as possible to the pro-
tected area in an easily accessible location and they must be effectively ventilated.
• Cylinders must not be exposed to ambient temperatures exceeding 54.4°C (130°F).
CAUTION!
Do not store cylinders so that they can be rendered inoperable or unreliable due to mechanical
damage or harsh weather conditions or exposure to chemicals or by any other foreseeable
cause.
If the exposure of the cylinders to such conditions is unavoidable then suitable enclosures or
protective measures must be employed.
NOTE:
Each INEREX® cylinder has a permanent marking specifying the kind of extinguishing agent
(IG01, IG100, IG55 or IG541), the pressurisation level of the INEREX® cylinder and nominal vol-
ume of extinguishing agent.
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4.4.2 Define the pipework and the location of the pipework

• Define the minimum and maximum height of the ceiling
• Define the dimensions of all pipework sectors
• Define the size of the pipes
• Define the number of the pipes
• Define the location of all fittings
• Define the number of all fittings
• Define the pipe supports
The pipework between the connected cylinders and the nozzles must be by the shortest route, with a minimum
of fittings. Every attempt must be made to keep the system in reasonable balance by supplying the nozzles
from a central point, if this can be done without substantially increasing the length and volume of the pipes. The
maximum pipe run permissible will be almost proportional to the total quantity of the extinguishing agent to be
discharged. All elevation changes in the pipework must be clearly indicated so that these will not be overlooked
in the flow calculations.
4.4.3 Define the nozzles and the location of the nozzles

• Define the minimum and maximum height of the ceiling
• Define the location of the nozzles
• Define the nozzle area coverage
• Define the number of nozzles
• Define the size of nozzles
The nozzle is the ultimate device that distributes the extinguishing agent to the protected area. The nozzle flow
rate depends upon the velocity, pressure and density of the extinguishing agent as it enters the nozzle. The flow
rate from each nozzle is limited to the amount of flow that the pipeline can deliver to the nozzle.
4.4.3.1 Limitations nozzles and location of the nozzles

• The maximum protected area per nozzle is 100 m2.
• The maximum height covered by one nozzle is 5m. If the ceiling height exceeds the maximum allowable
ceiling height of 5 m, multiple levels of different heights for nozzles must be designed into the system.
• The maximum distance between two nozzles is 10 m.
• The minimum ceiling height is 0.3 m.
• Nozzles must be mounted vertically to the ceiling or subfloor surface and oriented with the orifices radiating
symmetrically outward from the pipework.
• If the enclosure is not rectangular, a second nozzle must be installed, even if the enclosure is smaller than
the maximum protected area of 100 m2 per nozzle. Refer to figure 4-5.
Figure 4-5 Nozzle placement in a non-rectangular enclosure
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• Obstructions located near the nozzle could impede the discharge of extinguishing agent and can affect the
distribution of the extinguishing agent within the enclosure. Obstructions, e.g. ducts, cables, trays, large con-
duits, and light fixtures can disrupt the flow pattern of the extinguishing agent from the nozzles. If the flow of
the extinguishing agent is forced down to the floor, for example, it is unlikely that required concentration will be
achieved at the mid or upper elevations. Certainly a uniform dispersion and concentration will not be achieved.
NOTE:
The number, placement and type of the nozzles must ensure that the design concentration will
be distributed in all parts of the protected area. The extinguishing agent must not splash flam-
mable liquids or create dust clouds that could extend the fire, create an explosion, or otherwise
adversely affect the contents or integrity of the protected area.
4.4.4 Limitations according to UL certification (UL 2127)

1 Description of the general principles utilised in the calculation method
Refer to the formula for the calculation of the minimum design concentration in chapter 4.2.1.
2 Limitation of the cylinder volume to the pipe volume ratio

The highest ratio is 94.8% (when expressed as the pipe volume (in litres) divided by the extinguishing agent
free volume at 21°C/70°F (in m3) multiplied by 100).
3 Limitations of minimum and maximum pipeline flow rates

Pipe flow limit summary
Pipe size in 1/2” 3/4” 1” 1 1/4” 1 1/2” 2” 2 1/2” 3” 4” 5” 6”
inch
Minimum 0.0386 0.0677 0.1097 0.1899 0.2585 0.4262 0.6079 0.9388 1.6155 2.5404 3.6683
flow kg/s
Maximum 0.7802 1.3687 2.2181 3.8380 5.2252 8.6139 12.287 18.974 32.673 51.3473 74.1451
flow kg/s
Table 4-14 Minimum and maximum pipeline flow rates
4 Limitations regarding the types of tee splits (for example: bullhead or side outlet) and attached fittings
The intended range of flow splits and information on the orientation, installation, and critical length for each
type of split.
The type of splits covered here are side/through and bullhead orientations. Since this is for inert gas, the tee
orientation can be in any direction.
Bullhead tee split limits Side/through split limits
Minimum split 50% / 50% 20% / 80%
Maximum split 13% / 87% 60% / 40%
Since bullhead tee outlets are symmetrical, either of For side tees the side split is referenced first with the
them can be the major/minor flow. through split referenced second. So the side can han-
dle between 20% and 60% of the extinguishing agent
split, while the through can handle between 80% and
40% of the extinguishing agent split.
Table 4-15 Bullhead tee split limits and side/through split limits
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BULL TEE BULL TEE FLOW BULL TEE FLOW

SPLIT LIMITS SPLIT LIMITS
OUT OUT OUT -50% OUT -50% OUT -87% OUT -13%
BULL TEE BULL TEE

MINIMUM MAXIMUM
UNBALANCE UNBALANCE
IN IN -100% IN -100%
SIDE TEE SIDE TEE FLOW SIDE TEE FLOW

SPLIT LIMITS SPLIT LIMITS
IN OUT IN -100% OUT -80% IN -100% OUT -40%
SIDE TEE SIDE TEE

MINIMUM MAXIMUM
UNBALANCE UNBALANCE
OUT OUT -20% OUT -60%
Figure 4-6 Limitations tee splits
5 Limitations due to conditions that result in an extinguishing agent time imbalance at each nozzle, for example
limits on the variance for extinguishing agent arrival time and run-out time between nozzles
Use the VdS calculation software limitations for the maximum difference in transport time as limitation that
addresses both arrival and run-out imbalances. For the testing conducted, the limit would be 14.05 seconds.
6 Limitations due to minimum design nozzle pressure

Type of gas Pressure (bar) determined by Class A and B fire tests
IG01 44.9
IG100 49.2
IG55 43.9
IG541 49.8
Table 4-16 Minimum design nozzle pressure
7 Method for determining nozzle orifice area and selection of nozzles, as well as nozzle flow information, limits
for minimum and maximum nozzle orifice area in relation to the attached pipe area
The method to determine the nozzle orifice area is usually done by the VdS calculation software, so this part
of the UL requirements will be taken care of in your calculation examples.
• minimum area ratio: 0.01733 or 1.7%
• maximum area ratio: 0.25641 or 25.6%
8 Nozzle area coverage limitations and information on location of nozzles in the protected area
Refer to chapter 4.4.3 and chapter 4.4.3.1.
9 Filling weights or volumes of each cylinder size

Refer to table 4-10.
10 Minimum and maximum design discharge time

The minimum discharge time would be 23.8 seconds based on the VdS calculation software tests, and 60
seconds based on the fire tests (95% of the extinguishing agent mass).
11 Operating temperature range limitations

The INEREX® System operates safely at temperatures from -17.8°C to 54.4°C (0°F to 130°F).
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12 Description of the design of an INEREX® System including a sample calculation including all VdS calculation
software input screens and the resulting hydraulic calculation report
Refer to chapter 4.5
13 Equivalent length values of all fittings and all system equipment through which the extinguishing agent flows
The resistance coefficient is integrated automatically into the VdS calculation software.
14 Limitation master cylinder

One master cylinder opens no more than 45 slave cylinders. Additional master cylinder must be used every
45 slave cylinders.
4.5 VdS calculation software for gas extinguishing systems

The basis for an optimal application of inert gas fire extinguishing systems are the hydraulic equations combin-
ing the technical data of the installation components (pipe diameters, nozzle placement, resistance coefficients
etc.) with the specific properties of the extinguishing agent and the physical conditions during the discharge (e.g.
pressure in the pipes and at the nozzles, temperature).
From all this results the data necessary for the installation, such as discharge time, nozzle orifices, pipe diame-
ters and recommendations for pressure relief devices.
The VdS calculation software allows you to calculate inert gas extinguishing installations of very different con-
struction. Your input of flooding areas, gas storage, and pipework will be saved in project files which the program
accesses for any calculation. You can modify these parameters anytime and make a recalculation of any system
with altered parameters to see the effects on the discharge time or on the distribution of the extinguishing agent
amongst the nozzles. The results can be printed or viewed on screen.
For the intended purpose of the VdS calculation software it is necessary that the user of the VdS calculation soft-
ware has the required knowledge of inert gas extinguishing systems and of the state of the art in the field of inert
gas extinguishing systems and that the user creates INEREX® System layouts which represent this knowledge.
Below you find an overview of the functions of the VdS calculation software.
Quantity calculation for IG01, IG100, IG55 and IG541 according to the regulations:
• VdS 2380 Fire Extinguishing Systems using non-liquefied Inert Gases
Dimensioning of a completely entered pipework
• Pipe diameter, grading according to pipe catalogue
• Nozzle orifice diameters
• Listing of the required material: pipes, fittings, nozzles
• Graphic display of the pipework
• Calculation of O2 and CO2 concentrations in the flooded area after the discharge
• Calculation of a recommended value for the pressure relief opening
Recalculation of a completely entered installation
• Dynamic flooding
• Quantity per nozzle
• Discharge time and maximum mass flow
• Recommended value for the pressure relief opening
• Calculation of O2 and CO2 concentrations in the flooded area after the discharge
Required input
• Layout of the pipework
• Discharge time
• Storage of cylinders*:
Volume
Filling pressure at 15°C
* The VdS calculation software uses the word “container” instead of “cylinder”.
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Number of cylinders
Storage temperature
• Component, pipe, and nozzle data:
Resistance coefficients of combinations of valves, discharge hoses and check valves
Nozzle coefficients
• Nozzles
Nozzle type
Number of nozzle orifices for each nozzle
• Pipes
Pipe type
Length
• Fittings: straight unions, elbow unions, tee unions, cross unions, blanking and adaptors
4.5.1 Quick start guide of the VdS calculation software

In the following chapters, we perform a sample calculation for the protection of an enclosure with the VdS calcu-
lation software.
NOTE:
For detailed information about the VdS calculation software and its use, refer to the software
manual of the VdS calculation software.
Example:
• Our sample enclosure is a computer room with the dimensions 7 m x 8 m x 2.5 m, the volume of the room
is 140 m3.
• The computer room has no subfloor and no false ceiling.
• The highest admissible overpressure in the enclosure is 1 mbar (100 Pa).
• The ambient temperature in the enclosure is 20°C.
• IG55 is used as extinguishing agent
• The calculation is according to NFPA 2001 guidelines.
• Pipes: schedule 40
4.5.1.1 Project - input screen
The tab “Project” provides general information on the respective project. Enter your project information like name
of the project, project number, building, object etc.
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Figure 4-7 Project input screen VdS calculation software
4.5.1.2 Sections graphic - input screen

The pipework must be divided into sections and clearly identified for flow calculation purposes. Each section
must be determined by a starting node and an end node.
A new section of the pipework is identified whenever there is a change in the size of a pipe or change of flow
rate or elevation. A pipe section ends at the junction of each fitting in the pipework. Fittings are included in the
sections that follow them.
The length of one section (length between two nodes) must not exceed 20 m. If sections are longer than 20 m,
they must have node points every 20 m.
Figure 4-8 Sections graphic input screen VdS calculation software
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4.5.1.3 Calculation zones - input screen

The protected enclosure, in this case our computer room, is calculated on the input screen “Calculation zones”.
If there are several protected enclosures, the VdS calculation software calculates the design quantity for each
enclosure separately. In each calculation zone, the extinguishing agent is distributed equally among all nozzles
assigned to the calculation zone.
1. Enter the volume of the enclosure in m3 in the line “Total volume”, in our example 140 m3. The “Total surface
of the zone” (total surface of the enclosure) is automatically calculated by the VdS calculation software.
2. Enter the highest admissible overpressure in the enclosure (1 mbar or 100 Pa in our example) in the line
“Max. overpressure”.
3. Enter the temperature in the protected enclosure in the line “Design temperature”.
4. Select the assigned nozzles for the current calculation zone.
5. Enter the extinguishing agent concentration in the line “Extinguishing concentration CL”.
6. Select the class of fire at the end of the line “Design (safety) factor DF”.
Figure 4-9 Calculation zones input screen VdS calculation software
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4.5.1.4 Storage - input screen

Now, we define the storage conditions of the extinguishing agent on the tab “Storage”.
In our example, we assume that:
• the storage quantity (design quantity plus safety factor) is stored in 4 cylinders with a volume of 80 litres at
an absolute filling pressure of 301 bar
• the filling temperature is 15°C and the storage temperature 20°C
• the discharge time is 60 seconds
The “Container storage pressure” (absolute pressure) and the “Gas mass in one container” are automatically
calculated by the VdS calculation software.
Figure 4-10 Storage input screen VdS calculation software
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4.5.1.5 Hydraulic calculation report

When all data is entered in the VdS calculation software, you can generate a hydraulic calculation report.
The hydraulic calculation report contains the following information:
• Project information: General information and error messages (for example discharge time exceeds the max-
imum allowed discharge time, pressure in the pipe to high, etc.)
• Input data: Your input data
• Calculation results: The designed system, to be evaluated
• The points for you to check are:
the calculated diameters of the pipes
the calculated diameters of the nozzle orifices
the calculated discharge time
Figure 4-11 Overpressure VdS calculation software
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VdS SCHADENVERHÜTUNG CEODEUX B08405000 Page: 1

Version: 2.2.01
Licenced to: FRD Serial no: [dongle]
File: C:\Users\Richard\AppData\Local\Programs\VdS Flow Calc Rotarex B0840\projects\exemple manual UL.prj - Customer 17/02/2015
Project:
Project-No:
Building:
Object: COMPUTER ROOM - 140 m3
Contractor:
Owner:
Project engineer:
Date: 17/02/2015
Regulation rule for calculation of IG55 quantities: NFPA 2001
Altitude above sealevel: 0m
Atmospheric correction factor: 1,000
Pipe catalogue: Sch40-ANSI.rkl

Component catalogue: Firetec.arm
Nozzle catalogue: Firetec.noz
Error messages:
No error detected
10
11
11002
8
9
6
11001 4
7
5
2
3
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Version: 2.2.01
Calculation results:
IG55 design data:

Design quantity: 107,70 kg
Minimum storage quantity: 107,70 kg
Container pressure: 309,8 bar abs
IG55-mass in one container: 32,3 kg
Number of containers: 4
Actual storage quantity: 129,1 kg
Discharge time:
Discharge time : 55,0 s
System information:
Pipe system working pressure: 33,0 bar abs
Container working pressure: 216,9 bar abs
Total network volume: 7,5 l

Version: 2.2.01
Pipe system pressures during the controlled phase of the discharge 24,1 seconds after start
Section- Starting- Endnode Pressure Temperature Flowrate Pipedimension

No: node Nozzle [bar abs] [°C] [kg/s] Di [mm] DN
1 0 1 156,1 -13,9 0,46 11,7 * CEODE

2 1 2 32,2 -57,1 1,83 35,1 11/4
3 2 3 31,9 -57,1 1,83 35,1 11/4
4 3 4 31,5 -55,8 1,83 35,0 11/4
5 4 5 31,0 -53,8 1,83 35,0 11/4
6 5 6 30,6 -52,6 1,83 35,0 11/4
7 6 7 30,2 -51,5 1,83 35,0 11/4
8 7 8 29,7 -50,2 1,83 35,0 11/4
9 8 9 29,0 -50,0 0,94 21,0 3/4
10 9 11001 29,0 -49,7 0,94 20,0 3/4 N
11 8 10 28,5 -44,7 0,89 21,0 3/4
12 10 11 27,4 -45,4 0,89 21,0 3/4
13 11 11002 27,3 -45,2 0,89 20,0 3/4 N
* Attention! This pipe dimension is not in the pipe catalogue!
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Version: 2.2.01
Nozzle data:
Calculation- Nozzle Nozzle Number of Pipeconnection Orifice IG55 out-

zone no: no. type orifices Di [mm] DN [mm] put [kg]
1 11001 1 1 20,0 3/4 N 13,0 67,1

1 11002 1 1 20,0 3/4 N 13,0 62,0
IG55 distribution by calculation zone
Calculation zone Number of 100% design 95% design Calculated

nozzles quantity [kg] quantity [kg] total output [kg]
1 ROOM 2 108 102 129
Max. transport time difference between nozzles 11002 and 11001 is 0,05 s

Version: 2.2.01
Concentrations:
Calculation- Gascomposition after the discharge of the design quantity [%]

zone no: O2 CO2 AR N2
1 12,2 0,0 21,6 66,2
Total flooded design quantity within discharge time: 107,70 kg
Calculation- Gascomposition after total discharge [%]

zone no: O2 CO2 AR N2
1 11,0 0,0 24,4 64,6
Total flooded IG55 mass: 128,6 kg
Pressure relief opening:
Calculation- Recommended area against overpressure

zone no: Area [m²] Overpressure [mbar] Max. flow [kg/s]
1 0,152 1,0 1,83
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Version: 2.2.01
Dynamic flooding results
The calculation bases on a mean nozzle pressure!
Flooding Storage Flooded Flow Storage Pressure downstream Pressure at

time [s] mass [kg] ratio [%] [kg/s] pressure [bar] control valve [bar] nozzle [bar]
0,0 129,1 0,0 0,00 309,8 1,0 1,0

1,5 125,8 3,1 1,83 294,6 32,9 28,1
1,8 125,3 3,5 1,83 291,6 32,9 28,1
2,0 124,9 3,9 1,83 292,5 32,9 28,1
2,3 124,4 4,4 1,83 288,7 32,9 28,1
2,5 123,9 4,8 1,83 289,0 32,9 28,1
3,0 123,0 5,7 1,83 286,4 32,9 28,1
5,0 119,4 9,0 1,83 271,8 32,9 28,1
7,0 115,7 12,4 1,83 257,7 32,9 28,1
9,0 112,1 15,8 1,83 244,6 32,9 28,1
11,0 108,4 19,2 1,83 232,3 32,9 28,1
16,0 99,3 27,7 1,83 202,4 32,9 28,1
21,0 90,1 36,2 1,83 172,0 32,9 28,1
26,0 81,0 44,7 1,83 146,5 32,9 28,1
31,0 71,8 53,2 1,83 126,5 32,9 28,2
36,0 62,7 61,7 1,83 104,5 35,9 30,6
41,0 53,5 70,2 1,83 85,2 41,6 35,5
46,0 44,4 78,6 1,83 68,0 41,9 35,7
51,0 35,2 87,2 1,83 51,3 37,2 31,7
56,0 26,1 95,6 1,83 36,3 33,4 28,6
61,0 17,5 103,6 1,52 22,9 22,7 19,4
66,0 12,3 108,4 0,88 16,0 15,1 13,0
71,0 8,7 111,8 0,62 11,6 10,9 9,4
76,0 6,1 114,2 0,44 8,3 8,0 6,9
81,0 4,3 115,9 0,31 5,9 5,6 4,9
86,0 3,1 117,0 0,22 4,2 4,1 3,5
Discharge time at valve: 55,0 s
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Version: 2.2.01
Storage mass [kg] Flooded ratio [%]

150 125
125
100
100
75
75
50
50
25
25
0 0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
Time [s] Time [s]
Flow [kg/s] Storage pressure [bar]

2,0 350
1,8 300
1,5
250
1,3
200
1,0
150
0,8
100
0,5
0,3 50
0,0 0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
Time [s] Time [s]
Pressure downstream control valve [bar] Pressure at the nozzle [bar]

45 40
40 35
35
30
30
25
25
20
20
15
15
10
10
5 5
0 0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
Time [s] Time [s]
INEREX® System - Installation, operation and maintenance manual
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5 Installation
The installation of the INEREX® System must be in accordance with, but not necessarily limited to, the
recommendations of CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A., plus the applicable requirements set
forth in the latest editions of the following standards:
“minimum” installation standards. Also, compliance with the Authority Having Jurisdiction is required and good
engineering practices must be implemented.
The INEREX® System must be installed in such a way as to facilitate proper inspection, testing, manual operation,
recharging and any other required maintenance as may be necessary. The INEREX® System must not be subject to
severe weather conditions or mechanical, chemical or other damage that could render the equipment inoperative.
5.1 Scope
The following installation procedures should, as a minimum, be carried out as described. The procedures togeth-
er with commissioning checks are intended to ensure the required designed properties and the correct function/
operation of the installed INEREX® System. The installer of an INEREX® System must be familiar with these
procedures. The intentions of the procedures are also to minimise risk to personnel during and after installation.
5.2 Responsibilities
5.2.1 Responsibilities – design engineer
It is the responsibility of the design engineer of an INEREX® System to ensure that the requirements listed herein
are incorporated in the project documentation and that detailed information and procedures are made available
to the installer.
5.2.2 Responsibilities – installer

It is the responsibility of the installer that his skilled labour force is presented with this installation instruction and
that detailed information and procedures are explained to the executor.
5.3 Pipework
5.3.1 Selection of pipework
The correct type and size of pipes and fittings must be selected individually for each system. Temperatures,
operating pressures and ambient conditions must be considered.
According to NFPA 2001 and ISO 14520-1, pipes and fittings must be of non-combustible material with physical
and chemical characteristics such that its integrity under stress can be predicted with reliability. Pipes and fittings
must be able to withstand the anticipated pressures and low temperatures.
CAUTION!
Do not use non-metallic pipes and class 150-lb or cast-iron fittings!
CAUTION!
The identification number of each pipe must not be painted over, concealed, or removed!
CAUTION!
Any deviations in the routing of the pipework or in the number of fittings must be approved by
the design engineer before installation!
CAUTION!
The pipework must not be subjected to mechanical, chemical, vibration or other damages.
The selected piping schedule must always be in accordance with the requirements of the Authority Having Ju-
risdiction.
Pressure rated pipes like standard carbon steel pipes, low temperature carbon steel pipes, stainless steel pipes,
pipes according to AISI 304 or AISI 316 can be used for the pipework.
Recommended pipe qualities and fittings are specified below. Fittings must withstand a test pressure of 1.5 times
of the maximum pressure in the pipework.
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The wall thickness of alternative pipe qualities shall be calculated in accordance with ASME B31.1. The following
pipes and fittings can be used, for example:
Example 1:
• Pipes: Galvanised welded steel pipes according to DIN 2458, steel 37-2.
• Fittings: Malleable Iron ½” to and including 3” according to DIN 2950/EN 10242 pressure tested at mill
to 100 bar.
Seamless steel fittings to according to EN 10241 pressure tested at mill to 150 bar.
Example 2:
• Pipes: Schedule 40, ANSI B 36.10 - 1979, ASTM A 53, Grade B / A 106 Grade B.
Fittings: Malleable Class 300 Iron or Class 3000 (up to and including 3” above 3”).
• Other pipe and fitting qualities depending on local regulations.
The pipework must be installed so that it cannot be damaged by its own weight, temperature, fluctuations, vibra-
tion, release of the extinguishing agent or other installation inherent or factory influences. All pipework must be
easily accessible and must additionally be secured by pipe supports.
All threads of the pipes and pipe components like fittings, nozzles must be sealed with PTFE tape. PTFE tape
must be applied according to EN 751-3 or other applicable standards.
Pipe diameters must be determined with the VdS calculation software. Ensure that the type and size of the se-
lected pipes in the VdS calculation software are identical to the pipes installed on-site.
Pipe size Outside diameter of pipe OD Hand tight engagement Nominal useful length
(inch) (mm) (inch) (mm) (inch) (mm) (inch)
1/2 21.34 0.840 8.13 0.320 13.56 0.5337
3/4 26.67 1.050 8.61 0.339 13.86 0.5457
1 33.40 1.315 10.16 0.400 17.34 0.6828
1 1/4 42.16 1.660 10.67 0.420 17.95 0.7068
1 1/2 48.26 1.900 10.67 0.420 18.38 0.7235
2 60.32 2.375 11.07 0.436 19.22 0.7565
2 1/2 73.02 2.875 17.32 0.682 28.89 1.1375
3 88.90 3.500 19.46 0.766 30.48 1.2000
Table 5-1 NPT threads according to ANSI/ASME B1.20.1
Pipe size Outside diameter of pipe OD Hand tight engagement Nominal useful length
(not defined in ISO 7-1)
(inch) (mm) (inch) (mm) (inch) (mm) (inch)
1/2 21.34 0.840 8.2 0.3228 13.2 0.5197
3/4 26.67 1.050 9.5 0.3740 14.5 0.5709
1 33.40 1.315 10.4 0.4094 16.8 0.6614
1 1/4 42.16 1.660 12.7 0.5000 19.1 0.7520
1 1/2 48.26 1.900 12.7 0.5000 19.1 0.7520
2 60.32 2.375 15.9 0.6260 23.4 0.9213
2 1/2 73.02 2.875 17.5 0.6890 26.7 1.0512
3 88.90 3.500 20.6 0.8110 29.8 1.1732
Table 5-2 R threads according to ISO 7-1
Although the pipework is not subjected to continuous pressurisation, care must be taken that the type of pipes
installed can withstand the maximum stress at maximum storage temperatures. According to NPFA 2001 the
maximum allowable stress levels must be established at values of 67% of the minimum yield strength or 25% of
the minimum tensile strength, whichever is less.
5.3.2 Pipe supports

The pipework must be securely fastened to pipe supports to prevent unacceptable vertical or lateral movement
during discharge. The pipework must be securely supported with due allowance for extinguishing agent thrust
forces and thermal expansion and contraction. The pipework and pipe supports must not be subjected to me-
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chanical, chemical, vibration, or other damage. Combustible materials must not be used. Obey also the standard
ASME B31.1, Power Piping Code.
Pipe supports must be connected directly to the structure of the building and must not be used as supports for
other objects. The structure of the building to which the pipe supports are attached must be strong enough to
take the load.
The low temperature generated during discharge must be taken into account when designing pipe supports. The
pipe supports and their anchors must also be able to withstand static and dynamic loads.
Pipes longer than 1m must be fixed with pipe supports. The maximum distance between two pipe supports along
the pipework must not exceed the values given in table 5-3.
Nominal diameter (mm) Maximum distance between two pipe supports (m)
< DN25 2
DN25 to DN50 3
> DN50 4
Table 5-3 Maximum distance between two pipe supports
The distance between a pipe support and the last nozzle must be as short as possible and must not exceed:
• 0.1m for pipes of a nominal diameter less than or equal to DN25
• 0.25m for pipes of a nominal diameter greater than or equal to DN25
NOTE:
When selecting pipe supports, consider the galvanic corrosion potential between the selected
materials.
5.3.3 Installation of pipes

Pipes and fittings less than or equal to DN80 must have threads cut to NPT or BSPT R threads. The inside of all
pipes and fittings must be smooth, clean, and free from blisters, loose mill scale, sand and dirt before installation.
PTFE tape must be applied only to the male threads of the pipe, according to EN 751-3 or other applicable stand-
ards.
NOTE:
Pipes and fittings must be installed in strict accordance with the system drawings. Any devi-
ations in the routing of the pipes or in the number of fittings must be approved by the design
engineer before installation.
5.3.4 Cleaning of pipework

Before the installation of nozzles, the pipework must be cleaned. The pipework must be blown free from impuri-
ties, burrs and dirt by using compressed air or dry nitrogen, to ensure that the nozzles will not be obstructed from
inside of the pipework during a discharge.
NOTE:
A certificate, that the pipework has been cleaned, must be issued at the end.
5.3.5 Installation of nozzles

Nozzles are all delivered with male NPT or BSPT R threads. PTFE tape must be applied to the threads according
to EN 751-3 or other applicable standards and tightened with a suitable steel bar.
Nozzles must be installed in such a manner that they cannot detach from the pipework during discharge. Ade-
quate supports must be provided for nozzles.
During the installation of the nozzles, the pipework must be inspected internally to detect the possibility of any
oil or particulate matter, that could affect the distribution of extinguishing agent by reducing the nozzle orifice
diameter or by clogging the nozzle.
Nozzles must be oriented in such a manner that an optimum extinguishing agent distribution is achieved.
CAUTION!
Do not damage the thread of the nozzle! If the thread is damaged, replace the nozzle!
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CAUTION!
The nozzles must be installed such that they will not cause injury to personnel. The extinguish-
ing agent must not be discharged at head height or below where people in a normally occupied
area could be injured by the discharge. The extinguishing agent must not directly be discharged
on any loose objects or shelves, cabinet tops or similar surfaces where loose objects could be
propelled by the discharge.
NOTE:
Nozzles must be installed in strict accordance with the system drawings. Any deviations in the
location of the nozzles or in the number of nozzles must be approved by the design engineer
before installation.
NOTE:
We recommend to mark each nozzle with a special sealing paint, so that it is possible to find out
if the pipework or the nozzles were manipulated.
5.3.6 Earthing of the pipework

As the INEREX® System is used for inerting, the pipework must be adequately bonded and earthed. Potential
equalisation conductors between all pipes must be provided, for the simple reason that an electrostatic charging
of conductors not bonded to earth may occur during the discharge of the extinguishing agent. These conductors
may discharge to other objects with sufficient energy to initiate an explosion.
NOTE:
A green/yellow coloured wire must be used exclusively for the identification of earthing.
5.3.7 Testing the pipework

The pipework must be pneumatically tested in a closed circuit for a period of 10 minutes at 276 kPa (40 psig).
After 10 minutes, the pressure drop must not exceed 20 percent of the test pressure.
Exception according to NFPA 2001: the pressure test can be omitted if the total pipework has only one change
in direction between the cylinder and the nozzle, and where the pipework is physically checked for tightness.
A flow test using nitrogen or an inert gas must be performed on the pipework to verify that the flow is continuous
and that the pipework and nozzles are unobstructed.
NOTE:
A discharge test is generally recommended.
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5.4 Cylinders
5.4.1 Labels
Cylinders are filled with the extinguishing agent at a CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. manufac-
turing facility and labelled with filling, safety, transport, maintenance and warning information.
DANGER: Pressurized
cylinder capable of violent
discharge! Never handle or
IG 01 (Argon) - 80 L - 300 bar Maintenance:
Mimimum Annually:
transport without safety
INEREX Clean Agent Fire Suppression System • Check Pressure gauge. If
pressure loss exceeds
devices installed. The
pressurized cylinder can be WARNING: THE DISCHARGE OF CLEAN AGENT 10% (adjusted for
extremely dangerous and temperature) replace
can cause property SYSTEMS TO EXTINGUISH A FIRE CAN RESULT IN A unit.
damage, severe injury or POTENTIAL HAZARD TO PERSONNEL FROM THE • Check that all parts are
death. Safety plugs must
be installed in the NATURAL FORM OF THE CLEAN AGENT OR FROM THE free from damage,
cylinders are held in
discharge outlets at all PRODUCTS OF COMBUSTION THAT RESULT FROM place, tubing pipe and
times unless mounted in
the bracket or otherwise EXPOSURE OF THE AGENT TO THE FIRE OR HOT nozzles are secure
safely secured. SURFACES. UNNECESSARY EXPOSURE OF and free from damage
and nozzles are
Argon compressed
PERSONNEL EITHER TO THE NATURAL AGENT OR TO free from obstructions.
UN 1006 THE PRODUCTS OF DECOMPOSITION SHALL BE • Record date and service
AVOIDED. performed on
record tag provided.
FACTORY FILLED
SPECIFICATIONS FOR Prior to installation, read and comply with all the INEREX Clean Agent Fire • Safely restore system to
MODEL B04808103 Suppression Systems Design, Installation and Maintenance Manual and this label. Only operating condition.
TARE WEIGHT trained personnel shall store, handle, transport, install, inspect, maintain, and test cylinder
and components in accordance with:
• National Fire Protection Association Standard 2001 Titled: Standard for Clean Agent
Fire Extinguishing Systems.
AGENT WEIGHT
• INEREX Clean Agent Fire Suppression Systems Design Installation and
40,8 kg Maintenance Manual.
Contents: IG 01 (Argon) pressurized to 300 bar (4350 psi)

GROSS WEIGHT @70°F (21.10°C). HMIS # 000.
Transport and store cylinder in the vertical position only.
PRESSURE • Systems designed and installed in accordance with the INEREX Design Installation and
Maintenance Manual Part nr: 027650013
300 bar • Suitable for use between 0°F and 130°F (-17.8°C to +54.4°C).
• System cylinder has been factory tested to 450 bar (6500 psi)
Year of manufacturing RECYCLING PROTECTS THE ENVIRONMENT.
DO NOT DISPOSE. DISCHARGE ONLY IN CASE OF FIRE.
IF CONTAINER CONTENTS MUST BE REMOVED FOR SERVICE, MAINTENANCE
OR DISMANTLING OF THE CLEAN AGENT SYSTEM - PRIOR TO REMOVAL,
Filling location CONTACT YOUR LOCAL INSTALLER OR MANUFACTURER FOR INSTRUCTIONS
ON HANDLING EQUIPMENT AND RECLAIMING OR RECYCLING CLEAN AGENT.
DO NOT COVER, REMOVE OR DEFACE THIS LABEL.
Label Pt.# 028000311
Manufactured by:
ROTAREX 80 L
ARGON FIRETEC
Rotarex Firetec
24 rue de Diekirch, B.P. 15, L7505 Lintgen, Luxembourg
www.rotarex.com 300 bar
Label part number Cylinder size Working pressure Extinguishing agent

028000303 67 litres 200 bar IG01
028000304 67 litres 200 bar IG100
028000305 67 litres 200 bar IG55
028000306 67 litres 200 bar IG541
028000307 80 litres 200 bar IG01
028000308 80 litres 200 bar IG100
028000309 80 litres 200 bar IG55
028000310 80 litres 200 bar IG541
028000311 80 litres 300 bar IG01
028000312 80 litres 300 bar IG100
028000313 80 litres 300 bar IG55
028000314 80 litres 300 bar IG541
Table 5-4 Part numbers for cylinders labels depending on extinguishing agent
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5.4.2 Additional safety precautions for storage rooms and protected enclosures
CAUTION!
Attach warning signs to all entrance doors of the gas storage room. The warning sign in national
language and in English (part number 02800318) must contain the following information:
DANGER!
GAS STORAGE AREA!
FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM INEREX®
AUTHORISED PERSONNEL ONLY!
DANGER
Gas storage area!
Fire protection system INEREX
Authorised personnel only!
ROTAREX
FIRETEC
24 rue de Diekirch
B.P.19, L-7505 Lintgen
Luxembourg, Europe
CAUTION!
Attach warning signs to all entrance doors of the protected enclosures. The warning sign in na-
tional language and in English (part number 02800319) must contain the following information:
THIS ROOM IS PROTECTED BY A FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM!
LEAVE THE ROOM IMMEDIATELY WHEN ALARM SOUNDS!
WARNING
This room is protected by a Fire protection system!
Leave the room immediately when alarm sounds.
ROTAREX
FIRETEC
24 rue de Diekirch
Luxembourg, Europe
CAUTION!
Attach warning signs to all exit doors of the protected enclosures. The warning sign in national
language and in English (part number 02800320) must contain the following information:
THIS ROOM IS PROTECTED BY A FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM!
LEAVE THE ROOM IMMEDIATELY WHEN ALARM SOUNDS!
TAKE THE EMERGENCY EXITS!
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WARNING
This room is protected by a Fire protection system!
Leave the room immediately when alarm sounds
Take emergency exits!
ROTAREX
FIRETEC
24 rue de Diekirch
Luxembourg, Europe
NOTE:
Operating instructions must be permanently fixed inside the storage room in a visually unob-
structed position.
NOTE:
The name of the installer, and the name of the company responsible for maintenance of the
system must be available. Record the year of installation and the date of an essential change.
Instructions for use, maintenance and relevant data of the installation must always be available,
including a plan of the pipework and plans of the protected areas.
5.4.3 INEREX® battery location

Cylinders must be securely installed and secured according to the installation guidelines in this manual and in a
manner that provides for convenient individual servicing.
NOTE:
Before starting with the INEREX® battery assembly, check the floor and the wall for unevenness.
If there is any unevenness, remove it, so that the INEREX® battery can be assembled properly.
NOTE:
At least 1m of clearance must be in front of the INEREX® battery in order to assemble the INER-
EX® battery and to exchange a cylinder.
NOTE:
Cylinders must be located and mounted where they will not be accidentally damaged or moved.
If necessary, install suitable protection to prevent the cylinder from damage or movement.
NOTE:
Cylinders must be installed in strict accordance with the system drawings. Any deviations in the loca-
tion, size or in the number of cylinders must be approved by the design engineer before installation.
NOTE:
Cylinders must be located as close as possible to the protected areas.
NOTE:
Cylinders and accessories must be located and arranged so that inspection, testing, recharging,
and maintenance activities are facilitated and interruption of protection is held to a minimum.
NOTE:
Install a thermometer with an accuracy of +/- 1°C at the place where the cylinders are stored.
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5.5 Mounting the cylinder wall mounting rail

DANGER!
Do not remove the protection cap until you start with the system assembly, chapter 5.8.
1. Calculate the position for the cylinder wall mounting rail (2/3 height of the cylinder).
2. Mark the calculated height for the cylinder wall mounting rail with a suitable pen on the wall or solid structure
and drill boreholes.
3. Align the cylinder wall mounting rail.
4. Fix the cylinder wall mounting rail horizontally to a wall or solid structure using suitable dowels and bolts.
5. Fix an end cap to each end of the cylinder wall mounting rail.
Figure 5-1 Installation height of the cylinder wall mounting rail
5.6 Manifold assembly

5.6.1 Manifold mounting rail
The mounting position of the manifold mounting rail depends both on the height of the cylinder and discharge
port of the valve. The distance between the discharge port of the valve and the centre of the manifold should be
approximately 500 mm. Refer to figure 5-2. The upper borehole for mounting the manifold mounting rail must be
drilled at this height.
1. Remove the protection cap of one cylinder to measure the height of the discharge port of the valve.
NOTE:
Immediately reinstall the protection cap to the cylinder.
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2. Calculate the position of the upper borehole of the manifold mounting rail.
NOTE:
If necessary, make a pre-assembly with the pressure regulator, the discharge hose, the
manifold and the manifold mounting rail. Remove the protection cap for pre-assembly and
immediately reinstall it after pre-assembly.
3. Hold the manifold on the wall or solid structure to mark the boreholes.
NOTE:
The open side of the manifold mounting rail must face upwards.
4. Drill the holes at the marked height.
5. Fix the manifold mounting rail to the wall or solid structure using suitable dowels and bolts.
6. Tighten the bolts. The manifold mounting rails must be firmly attached to the wall or solid structure and not
be able to move.
7. When mounting the second manifold mounting rail, take care of the correct distance between two manifold
mounting rails. The distance between two manifold mounting rails depends on the length of the manifold.
Refer to table 5-5.
Figure 5-2 Distance between the discharge port of the valve and the centre of the manifold
Distance between two manifold mounting rails
Manifold for 100 bar inert gas - 1 row
Part number B05800013 B05800014 B05800015
Length L 580 mm 885 mm 1495 mm
Distance between two manifold mounting rails +/- 450 mm +/- 730 mm +/- 1350 mm
Manifold for 100 bar inert gas - 2 rows
Part number B05800016 B05800017 B05800018
Length L 580 mm 885 mm 1495 mm
Distance between two manifold mounting rails +/- 450 mm +/- 730 mm +/- 1350 mm
Table 5-5 Distance between two manifold mounting rails
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5.6.2 Manifold assembly steps

The numbers of the following assembly steps correspond to the numbering in figure 5-3.
Figure 5-3 shows two manifolds for two cylinders each, which are connected in the middle by a manifold con-
nector.
Figure 5-3 Manifold assembly steps
1 Check valve
a. Wrap self-adhesive PTFE tape around the R1” thread of the check valve according to EN 751-3 or any ap-
plicable standard. Stretch the PTFE t ape easily while wrapping it around the thread in order to avoid bulges
and to improve adherence.
b. Cut off the PTFE tape cleanly and press it carefully by hand against the thread.
c. Screw a check valve in each manifold inlet connection Rc1” and tighten it according to the Tapered Thread
Port Assembly, appendix pages 120 - 121.
NOTE:
According to NFPA 2001, each manifold inlet must be equipped with a check valve to pre-
vent loss of extinguishing agent and to ensure personnel safety if the system is operated
when any cylinders are removed for maintenance.
2 Manifold connector
A manifold connector is used for the connection of two manifolds.
a. Wrap self-adhesive PTFE tape around each R2” thread of the manifold according to EN 751-3 or any applica-
ble standard. Stretch the PTFE tape easily while wrapping it around the thread in order to avoid bulges and
to improve adherence.
b. Cut off the PTFE tape cleanly and press it carefully by hand against the thread.
c. Screw the manifold connector to the R2” thread of the first manifold and tighten it according to the Tapered
Thread Port Assembly, appendix pages 120 - 121.
d. Screw the second manifold into the manifold connector and tighten it according to the Tapered Thread Port
Assembly, appendix pages 120 - 121.
NOTE:
Make sure, that all check valves attached to the two manifolds, face in the same direction
and that they are correctly aligned.
3 End cap
a. Screw a manifold end cap on the one end of the manifold (R2” thread), that will not be connected to the pipework.
b. Tighten it according to the Tapered Thread Port Assembly, appendix pages 120 - 121.
4 Clamp for manifold

a. Put the clamps for manifold on the manifold.
b. Push the clamps for manifold together with the manifold carefully into the manifold mounting rail. First tighten
the clamps for manifold by hand and then with a torque of 50 - 55 Nm.
c. Attach an end cap to each manifold mounting rail as shown in figure 5-4.
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Figure 5-4 End cap attached to the manifold mounting rail
NOTE:
An adjustment of the manifolds may be necessary when all cylinders are in place.
NOTE:
A special kind of manifolds is equipped with an accessory port, where optional components
like a pressure gauge for manifold, a pressure relief device for manifold or a pressure and flow
detector switch can be connected to the pipework by using a fitting (refer to chapter 3.10).
5.7 INEREX® battery installation

5.7.1 Single row
1. Put the cylinder on the cylinder wall mounting rail.
2. Remove the screw and the nut of the clamp for cylinder. The clamp for cylinder is now open in the middle.
3. Fix the clamp with the cylinder into the cylinder wall mounting rail.
Figure 5-5 Securely fixed cylinder
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4. Close the clamp for cylinder with the screw and the nut. Tighten the screw with a torque of 50-55 Nm.
NOTE:
For cylinders with a diameter of 267mm, the distance between each cylinder is 305mm.
5.7.2 Double row

1. Fit the bolt into the profile of the cylinder wall mounting rail. Tighten the nut against the washer and use the
wooden rail bracket as a template for the exact location of the bolt. Tighten the nut against the washer (max-
imum torque of 10 - 15 Nm).
2. Put the rail bracket on the bolt.
3. For the first row of cylinders, put the cylinders between the rail bracket and the middle bracket.
4. Put the middle bracket on the bolt.
5. For the second row of cylinders, put the cylinders between the middle bracket and outer bracket.
6. Put the outer bracket on the bolt and secure it with a nut.
7. Tighten the nuts on bolts (maximum torque of 30 Nm).
cylinder wall mounting rail
bolt
outer bracket
rail bracket
nut middle bracket
Figure 5-6 Cylinder double row
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5.8 System assembly
Figure 5-7 System assembly
Position Part
1a / 1b Valve 200 bar or 300 bar
2a / 2b Cylinder with valve 200 bar or 300 bar
3 Discharge pressure regulator
4 Electromagnetic release device
5 Manual/pneumatic release device
6 Pneumatic release device
7 Adapter M12x1.5 - G1/8”
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Position Part
8a / 8b Pressure gauge 200 bar or 300 bar
9 Bleed valve
10 Discharge hose
11 Pilot hose
12 Manifold
13 Check valve
14 Manifold connector
15 Manifold end cap
16 Manifold mounting rail
17 Clamp for manifold
18 End cap
19 Cylinder wall mounting rail
20 Clamp for cylinder
Table 5-6 Components for system assembly
1. When all cylinders are securely fastened, remove the protection cap from the cylinder and store it near the
cylinder. Refer to figure 5-8.
DANGER!
The protection cap and the outlet safety plug must be installed on the cylinder at all times,
except when the cylinder is connected to the pipework or when the cylinder is filled or
refilled.
2. Remove the red protection cap from the valve. Refer to figure 5-8.
3. Remove the outlet safety plug from the discharge port. Refer to figure 5-8.
4. Make sure, that the discharge port W21.8 x 1/4 DIN 477 of each valve is facing to the right. Refer to figure
5-8.
Figure 5-8 Removal of the protection cap and outlet safety plug
5. Mount the pressure regulator to the discharge port of the valve. Put a gasket between valve and pressure reg-
ulator when assembling. Tighten the pressure regulator with a torque of 50 +0/-5 Nm.
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NOTE:
The pressure regulator is equipped with a connection port for the discharge hose.
The connection port must face upwards. Refer to figure 5-9.
Figure 5-9 Connecting the pressure regulator to the valve
6. Connect the discharge hose to the pressure regulator and to the check valve at the manifold. Tighten the
swivel nuts of the discharge hose with a torque of 30 - 40 Nm. Refer to figure 5-10.
Figure 5-10 Connecting the discharge hoses
7. Before assembling the pressure gauge, make sure that the O-ring seal back-up ring is not damaged.
Mount a pressure gauge (200 bar or 300 bar depending on your system) to the monitoring port of the valve.
The pressure gauge can be turned 360 degrees. Screw in pressure gauge to the monitoring port up to the
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stop and turn back a maximum of one turn for correct orientation. The pressure gauge can be mounted and
removed even if the valve is pressurised.
If no pressure gauge is mounted the monitoring port of the valve must be sealed with the screw plug. Refer
to figure 5-11.
Figure 5-11 Connecting the pressure gauge
8. Mount a pneumatic release device on all slave cylinders and tighten the pneumatic release devices with a
torque of 50 Nm +0/-15 Nm. Refer to figure 5-12.
Figure 5-12 Connecting the pneumatic release devices
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9. Reset the electromagnetic release device with the reset tool. For resetting, screw the reset tool into the
bottom of the electromagnetic release device. Refer to figure 5-13.
DANGER!
Before mounting the electromagnetic release device on top of the master valve, check if the
red marking on the actuating pin is visible! The electromagnetic release device is activated,
if the actuating pin is visible. Reset the electromagnetic release device with the reset tool
before mounting. Failure to reset the electromagnetic release device will result in accidental
discharge when the electromagnetic release device is installed on the valve. Personal injury
and/or property damage could occur.
Figure 5-13 Resetting the electromagnetic release device
10. Mount the electromagnetic release device on top of the master valve and tighten it with a torque of 50 Nm
+0/-15 Nm. Refer to figure 5-14.
Figure 5-14 Connecting the electromagnetic release device
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The electromagnetic release device is operated by an electrical signal from a fire detection system. In order
to actuate the electromagnetic release device a constant DC voltage of 24V is required.
Conduit Conduit
connection connection
cover cover
Screw Screw
Gasket
Insert screw driver
in this location
1. 2. 3.
Remove the screw from the When the screw is removed from Carefully remove the inner
conduit connection cover. the conduit connection cover, casing with a small flat head
remove the gasket from the body. screw driver.
FRONT BACK
4. 5. 6.
Turn the casing around to make Connect the positive con- Reassemble the electro-
your connections. ductor to terminal (1). magnetic release device
Connect the negative feeding the connected
conductor to terminal (2). conductors through the
conduit connection.
Figure 5-15 Connecting the electromagnetic release device to power supply
11. Mount a manual/pneumatic release device on top of the electromagnetic release device and tighten it with a
torque of 50 Nm +0/-15Nm. Refer to figure 5-16.
Figure 5-16 Installation of a manual/pneumatic release device on top of the electromagnetic release device
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12. Mount an adapter with the G1/8” thread to all connections of the pneumatic release devices on the slave
valves, except for the last connection on the last pneumatic release device. Tighten the adapters with a
torque of 8 -10 Nm. Refer to figure 5-17.
Figure 5-17 Connecting adapters and pilot hoses to the pneumatic release devices on the slave valves
13. Connect the pilot hoses between the adapters at the M12 x 1.5 thread and tighten the pilot hoses with a
torque of 8 - 10 Nm.
14. Screw a bleed valve with the G1/8” DIN ISO 228-1 thread into the connection of the last pneumatic release
device on the last slave valve and tighten it with a torque of 8 - 10 Nm. Refer to figure 5-18.
Figure 5-18 Connecting the bleed valve
CAUTION!
A bleed valve must always be installed at the end of each pilot line! The bleed valve vents an
overpressure in the pilot line and therefore prevents an accidental system release.
NOTE:
The bleed valve is installed at the end of the pilot line or at the last pneumatic release device.
In case of leakage (malfunction) on the master valve, the bleed valve prevents a slow pres-
sure build-up in the pilot line and therefore prevents an accidental system release. In case
of a normal discharge, the bleed valve closes and allows the pressure to increase in the pilot
line and a release of the slave valves.
15. Remove the safety plug from the port for pilot hose on the master valve and mount an adapter with the G1/8”
thread to the port for pilot hose and tighten it with a torque of 8 - 10 Nm. Refer to figure 5-19.
16. Connect a pilot hose between the adapter at the port for pilot hose on the master valve and the adapter at the
pneumatic release device on the first slave valve. Tighten the pilot hoses with a torque of 8 - 10 Nm. Refer
to figure 5-19.
bleed valve
port for pilot hose
master valve slave valve slave valve slave valve
Figure 5-19 Installation of the pilot line
CAUTION!
Do not remove the safety plug from the port for pilot hose on the slave valve!
17. Connect the manifold to the pipework according to the Tapered Thread Port Assembly, appendix pages 120
- 121.
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5.9 Tests and checks before commissioning

This chapter is a guide for final tests and inspections before the INEREX® System is commissioned. Commis-
sioning testing must be performed on-site to verify the functionality, continued availability, safety and efficiency
of the INEREX® System.
The complete system must be tested by qualified personnel to prove the correct operation of all required func-
tions. All mechanical components must be checked for their suitability for the application and to make sure that
the installation is in accordance with the system listing.
NOTE:
On pages 123 - 126 you find a “Commissioning Test for INEREX® System” which guides you step
by step through the commissioning procedure.
5.9.1 Pilot line test

Test the pilot line for complete tightness with an appropriate test unit.
The test unit for the pilot line test consists of a portable high-pressure cylinder (5 l – 200 bar for example) and is
filled with inert gas. The valve of the test unit must be equipped with a pressure reducing unit and with a hand
wheel valve and a high pressure flexible hose.
NOTE:
Normally, this type of high-pressure cylinder and pressure reducing unit is available as gas
carrier.
High pressure flexible hose
Hand wheel valve
Pressure reducing unit

(high pressure/low pressure)
High pressure cylinder
Figure 5-20 Test unit
1. Disconnect the pilot hose from the port for pilot hose on the master valve. Refer to figure 5-21.
2. Connect the end of the pilot hose, which was disconnected in step 1, to the high pressure flexible hose of the
test unit and tighten it carefully. Refer to figure 5-21.
3. Open the hand wheel valve of the high pressure cylinder of the test unit and pressurise the pilot line to 3 bar
maximum.
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4. When the pilot line is pressurised to 3 bar maximum, close the hand wheel valve of the test unit and the tap
of the pressure reducing unit.
5. Wait for 10 minutes and then check the pressure in the pilot line. If the pressure in the pilot line has not
dropped, the pilot line is free from leakage.
CAUTION!
If the pressure in the pilot line has dropped, there is one or more leakage in the pilot line. In
this case, check all pilot line connections for tightness. Additionally test all pilot line con-
nections with leak spray. Repeat steps 3 - 5 until the pilot line is free from leakage.
6. If the pilot line is free from leakage or if all leakage is eliminated, disconnect the high pressure flexible hose
of the test unit from the pilot line.
7. Connect the pilot hose to the port for pilot hose of the master valve and tighten it with a torque of 8 -10 Nm.
NOTE:
We strictly recommend to test all connections of the cylinder/valve assembly with leak spray.
NOTE:
A certificate, that the pilot line test was performed successfully, must be issued at the end.
Figure 5-21 Pilot line test
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5.9.2 Electrical test of the system

The INEREX® System must be electrically tested by a fire alarm specialist before it is commissioned. All electrical
functions of the INEREX® System must be tested.
5.9.3 Commissioning checklist

After the INEREX® System installation is completed, perform the following inspections and tests (on pages 123
- 126 you find a commissioning checklist for INEREX® System which guides you step by step through the com-
missioning procedure.
1. Make sure that the pressure gauges of the cylinders indicate the correct pressure and that they are installed
in accordance with the installation drawings.
2. Make sure that all cylinders are securely fastened in the clamps for cylinder and that all cylinder wall mount-
ing rails are properly installed.
3. The pipework must be inspected for compliance with the system drawings, NFPA 2001 or ISO 14520-1 as
appropriate, design limitations within this manual and the VdS calculation associated with each independent
pipework and nozzle configuration.
4. Make sure that the manifold, the pipework and pipe supports are securely installed. Make sure that all fittings
are tight and securely fastened to prevent extinguishing agent leakage or hazardous movements during dis-
charge.
5. The pipework must be cleaned, blown free of foreign material and inspected internally to ensure that oil or
particulate matter will not soil the hazard area or reduce the nozzle orifice area and affect agent distribution.
6. The pipework must be pressure tested in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 2001 or ISO 14520-1.
7. Make sure that the check valves are installed in the proper location as indicated in the installation drawings.
8. Make sure that the nozzles are installed in the correct locations and have the correct part numbers and
orifice sizes as indicated in the installation drawings. The nozzles must be oriented such that optimum extin-
guishing agent distribution can be achieved. Check the nozzle orifices for any obstructions.
9. The nozzles, piping, manifold mounting rails and clamps for manifolds must be installed such that they will
not cause injury to personnel. The extinguishing agent must not be discharged at head height or below
where people in a normal work area could be injured by the discharge. The extinguishing agent must not
be discharged directly on any loose objects or shelves, cabinet tops or similar surfaces where loose objects
could be propelled by the discharge.
10. Manual/pneumatic release devices must be clearly identified and properly installed where they are easily
accessible. Manual/pneumatic release devices that actuate the INEREX® System must be properly identi-
fied as to their purpose. Particular care should be taken where manual/pneumatic release devices for more
than one system are in close proximity and could be confused and the wrong system actuated. In this case,
manual/pneumatic release devices must be clearly identified as to which hazard area they affect.
11. If a reserve quantity is required, make sure that it is according to NFPA 2001 (refer to chapter 4.2.4.2).
5.10 Necessary documents

After the installation is finished, the installer must submit to the end user all technical documents giving sufficient
information to estimate the hazards and the effectiveness of the inert gas extinguishing system as follows:
• Name of the owner
• Location of the risk
• Drawings of the protected enclosures (minimum scale 1:100)
• Protected risk
• Type, arrangement, surface coverage, performance characteristics and possibly direction of the nozzles
• Pressure drop data for valves and fittings
• Calculation of the required inert gas storage quantity
• Hydraulic calculations including appropriate isometric drawings and length of pipes and pipe diameter (in-
ternal diameter; alternatively nominal width and wall thickness; as the case may be, the wall thickness may
also be part of the system approval; for individual projects these specifications will then be required only in
the event of a deviation)
• Location and size of the storage room including filling pressure, ambient temperature
• Inspection and maintenance instructions, and
• Possible endangerment of the neighbourhood or danger from the neighbourhood
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6 Operation
The INEREX® System is a fire suppression system based on a constant flow technology, that uses inert gas
IG01, IG100, IG55 or IG541 as extinguishing agent. The INEREX® System operates safe at temperatures from
-17.8°C to 54.4°C (0°F to 130°F) according to ISO 14520-1/EN12094 and NFPA 2001. Inert gas fire suppression
systems are based in the principle of reducing the oxygen concentration inside the protected area.
The required quantity of inert gas is held in high-pressure (200 or 300 bar) cylinders by valves with pressure
regulators. In case of fire, the valves are actuated by release devices.
An electromagnetic release device is mounted on top of the master valve and is operated by an electrical sig-
nal from a fire detection system in the protected enclosure. Additionally a manual/pneumatic release device is
mounted on top of the electromagnetic release device, in order to provide additionally a manual actuation.
As soon as a fire is detected by the fire detection system a signal is sent to the electromagnetic release device of
the master valve. The electromagnetic release device then actuates the master valve. Alternatively the system
can be manually actuated. Slave valves are connected to the master valve by pilot hoses. When the master valve
opens, pressure is built up in the pilot line and is passed on to the pneumatic release devices on the slave valves.
Each pneumatic release device then automatically opens the slave valves.
The inert gas is released almost simultaneously from all cylinder valve assemblies across the pressure regulators
into the discharge hoses and then into the manifold. The gas from all the cylinders is collected in the manifold and
then discharged across the pipework to the nozzles. The nozzles distribute the inert gas into the hazard area.
As soon as the hazard area is flooded with inert gas, the oxygen concentration in the air decreases quickly and
uniformly until it reaches a level where combustion is no longer supported. The fire suffocates as a result.
6.1 Operating procedure

A fire extinguishing system which is based on inert gases for enclosures presents a risk of suffocation. To pre-
vent suffocation, additional life safety systems (i.e. fire detection system, alarms) must be installed.
NOTE:
Additional life safety systems are not part of the INEREX® System. They must be provided by
external companies.
Automatic actuation:
For an automatic actuation the INEREX® System must be connected to a fire detection system. In case of fire the
fire detection systems sends a signal to the INEREX® System and actuates the system automatically.
Manual actuation:
1. Proceed to the appropriate INEREX® System master valve/cylinder for the hazard in the gas storage room.
2. Remove the safety pin from the manual/pneumatic release device.
3. Press the hand lever of the manual/pneumatic release device down.
DANGER!
When the INEREX® System is actuated, everyone must evacuate the hazard area immediately.
Make sure no one enters the hazard area. Call the fire department immediately.
DANGER!
Do not intentionally remain in the area during a discharge because the release of gas will create
considerable turbulence in the enclosure and may be dangerous to life.
6.2 Personnel safety

The extinguishing agent concentration and the reduced oxygen concentration may be dangerous to life. Person-
nel must be trained in how to behave in case of fire and how to evacuate the hazard area.
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Operation
Oxygen concentration Restriction conditions (NFPA 2001) Restriction conditions (EPA)

12% or more It may take no longer than 5 minutes to It may take no longer than 1 minute to
egress the area. egress the area.
10% - 12% It may take no longer than 3 minutes to It may take no longer than 1 minute to
egress the area. egress the area.
Below 10% Normally unoccupied area and it shall be Normally unoccupied area and it shall be
within 30s to egress the area within 30s to egress the area
Table 6-1 Restriction conditions specified in NFPA 2001 and recommended by EPA
NOTE:
The operator is responsible for the appropriate safety precautions and any measures to be tak-
en for the protection of life.
NOTE:
We recommend to inform the local fire department that an inert gas extinguishing system has
been installed.
6.3 INEREX® System 1 zone
Figure 6-1 Typical view of an INEREX® System for the protection of one hazard area
Figure 6-1 shows a typical INEREX® System installed for the protection of one hazard area. The hazard area is
a server room with a subfloor. According to NFPA 2001 the INEREX® cylinders are stored close to the protected
area. The server room is protected by four nozzles - two nozzles for the server room and two nozzles for the
subfloor.
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6.4 INEREX® System multi-sector distribution
Figure 6-2 Typical view of an INEREX® System for the protection of two hazard areas
Figure 6-2 shows a typical INEREX® System installed for the protection of two hazard areas. The hazard areas
are server rooms with subfloors and a difference in elevation. According to NFPA 2001 the INEREX® cylinders
are stored close to the protected area. Each server room is protected by four nozzles - two nozzles for the server
room and two nozzles for the subfloor.
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Inspection and maintenance
7 Inspection and maintenance

Inspection and maintenance of the INEREX® System must be in accordance with, but not necessarily limited to,
the recommendations of CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A., plus the applicable requirements set
forth in the latest editions of the following standards:
“minimum” inspection and maintenance standards. Also, compliance with the Authority Having Jurisdiction is
required and good engineering practices must be implemented.
Regular inspections and maintenance must be performed to ensure that the system will function properly. Fre-
quency and type of inspection and maintenance depend on the nature of the installation, legal and official regu-
lations, environmental conditions, etc.
Inspections and maintenance must be performed by qualified personnel specially designated for this work, thor-
oughly instructed in their duties, with a comprehensive knowledge of the installation.
7.1 Restrictions and precautions

The following inspection and maintenance procedures and intervals represent the minimum requirements for the
INEREX® System. These procedures do not preclude those required by applicable standards and/or the Authori-
ty Having Jurisdiction. More frequent service intervals may be necessary if systems are installed in more severe
environmental conditions.
7.2 Inspection and maintenance programme

A regular inspection and maintenance programme must be established for the continuous operation of the INER-
EX® System. A periodic inspection and maintenance programme must be established and obeyed.
An inspection and maintenance log book must be maintained for ready reference. This log book must include the
following data and can be completed with additional information by the inspector.
• Inspection and maintenance date
• Inspection and maintenance interval
• Name of inspector
• Inspection and maintenance procedures performed
• Results of any inspection
• Maintenance performed as a result of the inspection
• Any other event affecting the installation, e.g. fires, unintentional discharge, deactivation, malfunction-
ing, etc.
7.3 Inspection intervals

The installer must provide the user with an inspection programme for the system and components. The pro-
gramme must include instructions on the action to be taken in respect of faults.
The inspection programme is intended to detect faults at an early stage to allow rectification before the system
may have to operate. A suitable programme is as follows.
DANGER!
Inspections must be performed by qualified personnel only!
Interval Inspection and maintenance Refer to chapter

At least annually Pressure gauge and cylinder 7.3.1.1
Valve 7.3.1.2
Release devices 7.3.1.3
Components 7.3.1.4
Pipework, pipe supports and manifolds 7.3.1.5
Nozzles 7.3.1.6
Pilot and discharge hoses 7.3.1.7
Cylinder assembly 7.3.1.8
Cylinder wall mounting rails and clamps for cylinder 7.3.1.9
Manifold mounting rails and clamps for manifold 7.3.1.10
Storage room 7.3.1.11
Pressure and flow detector switch 7.3.1.12
Protected enclosure 7.3.1.13
Electromagnetic release device 7.3.1.14
5 year maintenance Cylinder 7.4.1.1
Pilot and discharge hoses test 7.4.1.2
10 year maintenance Valve replacement 7.4.2.1
Pilot and discharge hose replacement 7.4.2.2
Table 7-1 Inspection and maintenance intervals
CAUTION!
If any changes are made to the INEREX® System or its components which could have an adverse
influence on the effectiveness of the INEREX® System (characteristics of fire risk, enclosure,
ventilation etc.), the insurer (if applicable) must be informed and the INEREX® System must be
modified as appropriate. Any change or extension of the INEREX® System must be performed by
qualified personnel approved for the INEREX® System.
CAUTION!
After a discharge of the INEREX® System, the INEREX® System must be controlled and commis-
sioned by approved and qualified personnel.
7.3.1 At least annual inspections

7.3.1.1 Pressure gauge and cylinder
Check if the pressure gauges on the cylinders indicate approximately 200 bar or 300 bar at 15°C (59°F) ambient
temperature, depending on your INEREX® System. The pressure varies with lower or higher temperatures.
If a pressure gauge of an INEREX® cylinder shows a loss in pressure (adjusted for temperature) of more than 10
percent, the cylinder must be refilled or replaced.
DANGER!
If the needle of the pressure gauge is in the red sector, immediately refill or replace the cylinder
and report this to CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A.
CAUTION!
200 bar cylinder: if the indicated pressure is below 180 bar, the cylinder must be refilled or re-
placed. 300 bar cylinder: if the indicated pressure is below 270 bar, the cylinder must be refilled
or replaced.
NOTE:
Refer also to chapter 4.3 and chapter 4.3.1. Refer also to the “Material safety data sheets” of the
different extinguishing agents in the appendix of this manual.
7.3.1.2 Valve
Check the operating position of the valves (visual inspection). Check the burst disc for damage. If the burst disc
is damaged, consult CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. for replacement.
Test the performance of the valve. A performance test of the valve can be executed with filled cylinders. During
the performance test, the correct opening and closing of the valve are checked.
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pilot hose pneumatic pressure regulator

discharge hose
release
manual/pneumatic
device
release device
electromagnetic
release device
port for pilot hose

master valve slave valve slave valve slave valve
Figure 7-1 Valve performance test

Performance test steps:
1. If your INEREX® System is connected to detection and/or control equipment (e.g. alarm devices, smoke
detectors), disconnect the INEREX® System from the connected detection and/or control equipment.
2. Disconnect the electrical power supply from the electromagnetic release device on the master valve.
3. Disconnect all pilot hoses and all adapters.
4. Seal the port for pilot hose on the master valve with the corresponding safety nut.
5. Remove all release devices from the valves (manual/pneumatic and electromagnetic release device from the
master valve and the pneumatic release devices from the slave valves).
6. Remove all discharge hoses from the pressure regulators.
7. Remove all pressure regulators with the gasket from the discharge ports of the valves.
8. Seal the discharge port of each valve securely with the outlet safety plug. Tighten the outlet safety plug with
a torque of 35 Nm maximum.
9. In order to test the performance of a valve, the valve must be activated. Therefore, screw the manual/pneu-
matic release device in the inactivated position to the valve.
10. In order to actuate the valve, remove the safety pin from the manual/pneumatic release device and pull the
hand lever. The valve is now actuated. The pressure in the valve chamber drops and simultaneously the
pressure in the cylinder lifts up a piston inside the valve and opens the valve. Pressure builds up in the dis-
charge port of the valve.
11. Push the hand lever of the manual/pneumatic release device back to the inactivated position and secure the
pneumatic/manual release device with the safety pin.
12. Unscrew the manual/pneumatic release device.
13. Carefully unscrew the outlet safety plug by a half turn for degassing the pressure in the discharge port.
If you can clearly hear gas escaping for a short time, the opening and the closing of the valve function prop-
erly.
CAUTION!
The degassing must stop immediately when the valve closes. If the valve does not close, the
outlet safety plug must not be detached.
CAUTION!
If the valve is not closing, this indicates a malfunction and the valve needs to be replaced
immediately. In order to replace the valve, empty the cylinder by discharging the extinguish-
ing agent through the discharge port by opening the outlet safety plug a half turn, so that
the inert gas can escape slowly. Make sure, that the cylinder is securely fastened before
discharging.
14. Steps 8 - 13 must be performed for each valve of your INEREX® System.
System re-assembly after the performance test:

After the performance test, the INEREX® System must be re-assembled. Refer also to chapter 5.8, steps 4 -15.
1. Remove the outlet safety plug from the discharge port.
2. Mount the pressure regulator to the discharge port of the valve. Put a new gasket between each valve and pres-
sure regulator when assembling. Tighten the pressure regulator with a torque of 50 +0/-5 Nm.
3. Connect the discharge hose to the pressure regulator. Tighten the swivel nuts of the discharge hose with a
4. Mount a pneumatic release device on all slave cylinders and tighten the pneumatic release devices with a
torque of 50 Nm +0/-15 Nm.
5. Check the electromagnetic release device. If the red marking on the actuating pin is visible, reset the elec-
tromagnetic release device before mounting. Refer to chapter 5.8 step 9.
6. Mount the electromagnetic release device on top of the master valve and tighten it with a torque of 50 Nm
0/-15 Nm.
7. Mount a manual/pneumatic release device on top of the electromagnetic release device and tighten it with a
torque of 50 Nm +0/-15Nm.
8. Connect the adapters to all connections of the pneumatic release devices on the slave valves.
9. Connect the pilot hoses between the adapters at the M12 x 1.5 thread and tighten the pilot hoses with a
10. Mount an adapter with the G1/8” thread to the port for pilot hose on the master valve and tighten it with a
11. Connect a pilot hose between the adapter at the port for pilot hose on the master valve and the adapter at
the pneumatic release device on the first slave valve. Tighten the pilot hoses with a torque of 8 - 10 Nm.
7.3.1.3 Release devices

• Manual/pneumatic release device: check that the manual/pneumatic release device is not obstructed,
especially the hand lever (visual inspection). The manual/pneumatic release device must always be freely
accessible and secured by a safety pin.
• Electromagnetic release device: check the electrical connections for wear and damage.
• Pneumatic release device: check the pneumatic release devices on all slave cylinders for physical dam-
age, deterioration or corrosion (visual inspection). If any deterioration or corrosion is evident replace the
pneumatic release device.
7.3.1.4 Components
Check all INEREX® System components for physical damage, deterioration or corrosion (visual inspection). If
any deterioration or corrosion is evident replace the damaged parts.
7.3.1.5 Pipework, pipe supports and manifolds

Check the pipework, pipe supports and manifolds for physical damage, deterioration or corrosion (visual in-
spection). If any deterioration or corrosion is evident replace the damaged parts. Tighten loose parts. Clean the
pipework, if necessary with water and a suitable detergent.
CAUTION!
Do not use corrosive cleaning solutions, high alkaline cleaners or chlorine for cleaning, be-
cause they could cause corrosion.
7.3.1.6 Nozzles
Check the nozzles for physical damage, deterioration or corrosion (visual inspection). If any physical damage,
deterioration or corrosion is evident replace the nozzle. Nozzles must be replaced by nozzles with the same part
number.
CAUTION!
Do not interchange nozzles, since interchanging can adversely affect the proper extinguishing
agent distribution and concentration within the protected enclosure!
Make sure that the nozzles are not obstructed. If there are any obstructions, remove these obstructions. Remove
dirt and dust from the nozzles.
CAUTION!
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7.3.1.7 Pilot and discharge hoses

• Pilot hoses: check the pilot hoses for damage, abrasion, cuts, kinks (visual inspection). If visual examination
shows any deficiency, the hoses must be replaced immediately. Make sure that the pilot hoses are securely
fastened.
• Discharge hoses: check the discharge hoses for damage, abrasion, cuts, kinks (visual inspection). If visual
examination shows any deficiency, the hoses must be replaced immediately. Make sure that the discharge
hoses are securely fastened.
7.3.1.8 Cylinder assembly

Check the cylinder assembly (cylinder, valve, pressure regulator, pressure gauge and release device) for leak-
age, physical damage, deterioration, corrosion. If any deterioration, leakage or corrosion is evident replace the
damaged parts.
7.3.1.9 Cylinder wall mounting rails and clamps for cylinder

Check all cylinder wall mounting rails and clamps for cylinder for physical damage, deterioration, corrosion and
tightness (visual inspection). If any deterioration or corrosion is evident replace the damaged parts. Tighten loose
parts.
7.3.1.10 Manifold mounting rails and clamps for manifold

Check all manifold mounting rails and clamps for manifold for physical damage, deterioration, corrosion and
tightness (visual inspection). If any deterioration or corrosion is evident replace the damaged parts. Tighten loose
parts.
7.3.1.11 Storage room

Make sure that the access to the storage room is unobstructed.
Verify that the temperature in the storage room does not exceed the operating temperature range for cylinders,
valves and other components from -17.8°C to 54.4°C (0°F to 130°F).
7.3.1.12 Pressure and flow detector switch

Check the pressure and flow detector switch for physical damage, deterioration or corrosion (visual inspection).
If any physical damage, deterioration or corrosion is evident replace the pressure and flow detector switch.
Remove dirt and dust from the pressure and flow detector switch.
CAUTION!
Make sure that the pressure and flow detector switch is activated. If the pressure and flow detector switch is not
activated, perform the following steps to activate the pressure and flow detector switch manually:
1. Activate the pressure and flow detector switch manually by pulling the manual actuation button. Refer to the
appendix, page 122.
2. Make sure that the pressure and flow detector switch initiates a signal on the control panel.
3. Reset the pressure and flow detector switch manually by pulling the reset actuation button. Refer to the ap-
pendix, page 122.
7.3.1.13 Protected enclosure

Check the protected enclosure to determine whether boundary penetration or other changes have occurred that
could cause leakage and affect the distribution of extinguishing agent. If this cannot be visually determined, re-
peat the integrity test of the enclosure according to chapter 4.1.3.
DANGER!
If the integrity test reveals increased leakage that would result in an inability to retain the ex-
tinguishing agent for the required period, the INEREX® System must be re-designed with the
VdS calculation software to ensure that the required extinguishing agent concentration can be
achieved and maintained.
Check the protected enclosure for changes in the volume of the enclosure and changes in the type of hazard.
DANGER!
If there are changes in the volume of the enclosure and/or changes in the type of hazard, the
INEREX® System must be re-designed with the VdS calculation software to ensure that the re-
quired extinguishing agent concentration can be achieved and maintained.
7.3.1.14 Electromagnetic release device

Make sure that the electromagnetic release device complies with the system drawings and that the power supply
is sufficient to activate the electromagnetic release device and other electrically operated accessories, e.g. alarm
devices, forced-air ventilation control devices.
CAUTION!
In order to avoid an accidental discharge of the system, unscrew the electromagnetic release
device from the master valve for maintenance.
NOTE:
Cables must be secured to cable trays (solid construction elements) with cable strips or other
suitable means according to normal practice.
7.4 Maintenance
Maintenance work shall be conducted in such a manner as to keep the shut-down period to a minimum, both in
time and extent. In multi-area INEREX® System installations, the protected areas can be shut down sequentially
so as to disable only a small part of the INEREX® System installation at any one time.
7.4.1 5 year or 10 year maintenance (depending on local regulations)

7.4.1.1 Cylinder
According to DOT, CTC or similar regulations, inert gas cylinders must not be recharged without retesting if more
than 5 years have elapsed since the date of the first installation or of the last test and inspection.
Cylinders continuously in service without discharging must be given a complete external visual inspection every
5 years or more frequently if required. The visual inspection shall be in accordance with Section 3 of CGA C-6,
Standard for Visual Inspection of Steel Compressed Gas Cylinders, except that the cylinders need not be emp-
tied or stamped while under pressure. All inspections have to be performed by inspectors approved by CGA /
DOT or any equivalent organisation.
Inspections must be made only by qualified personnel and the results must be recorded on both of the following:
• A record tag permanently attached to each cylinder,
• A suitable inspection report. A completed copy of the inspection report must be furnished to the owner of
the system or an authorised representative. These records must be retained by the owner for the life of the
INEREX® System.
If the external visual inspection indicates that a cylinder has been damaged, additional strength tests must be
performed, or otherwise the cylinder must be replaced.
DANGER!
Cylinders are pressurised vessels containing inert gas. The pressure causes considerable thrust
when a release device is actuated. Therefore the protection cap supplied with the cylinder must
be installed when handling or storing the cylinder, or whenever it is not securely fastened. The
protection cap prevents objects from striking the valve and/or release device, and reduces and
redirects the thrust if the cylinder is accidentally discharged.
DANGER!
The cylinder must not be exposed to temperatures exceeding 54.4°C (130°F).
NOTE:
The transportation of charged cylinders that have not been tested within 5 years (depending
on local regulations) could be illegal. Federal and local regulations should be consulted be-
fore transporting. Refer to the National Fire Protection pamphlet 2001, Section 4-2.1. 8.1 or any
equivalent standard.
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7.4.1.2 Pilot and discharge hose

Pilot and discharge hoses are wear parts and their deterioration will mainly depend on environmental conditions.
A specific replacement programme must be set up in accordance with the harshness of the conditions of use.
NOTE:
We strictly recommend to replace all pilot and discharge hoses every ten years.
NFPA 2001 allows the use of pilot and discharge hoses for a period exceeding five years, if the pilot and dis-
charge hoses are tested every five years at 1 1/2 times the maximum cylinder pressure at 54.4°C (130°F).
Hydrostatic test procedure according to NFPA 2001:
1. Remove the pilot and discharge hoses from any attachment.
2. Fill each pilot and discharge hose with water and place them in a protective enclosure designed to permit
visual observation of the test.
3. Apply pressure at a rate-of-pressure rise to reach the test pressure within a minimum of 1 minute. Maintain
the test pressure for 60 seconds.
4. Note any distortion or leakage. If the test pressure has not dropped or if the swivel nuts have not moved,
release the pressure. The hose is then considered to have passed the hydrostatic test if no permanent dis-
tortion has taken place.
5. Each pilot or discharge hose that has passed the test must be marked to show the date of test.
6. Each pilot or discharge hose that has passed the test must be completely dried internally before re-installa-
tion.
7.4.2 10 year maintenance

7.4.2.1 Valve replacement
Valves must be replaced every 10 years.
7.4.2.2 Pilot and discharge hose replacement

All pilot and discharge hoses must be replaced every 10 years from the date of production. The date of produc-
tion is indicated on the hoses.
7.5 Personnel training

All qualified personnel who may be expected to inspect, test, maintain or operate the INEREX® System must be
trained and kept adequately trained in the functions they are expected to perform.
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8 Post discharge maintenance

8.1 General
This chapter contains post fire maintenance instructions for the INEREX® System. The information in this chapter
is only for qualified personnel and for filling stations certified by CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A.
DANGER!
The refilling of the cylinders and re-installation works shall be done as soon as possible within
24 hours.
CAUTION!
After a discharge of the INEREX® System, the INEREX® System must be controlled and commis-
sioned by approved by qualified personnel. The handling of the cylinders and components must
be accomplished in accordance with the instructions contained in this manual and applicable
standards.
CAUTION!
If the INEREX® System is not functional for more than 24 hours, this must be reported to the in-
surer (if applicable) and the Authority Having Jurisdiction. Other fire prevention measures must
be carried out immediately.
8.2 Disassembly
DANGER!
Before disassembling the INEREX® System shut-down the power supply of the system.
DANGER!
Make sure, that all pressure has been relieved from the INEREX® System before disassembling.
Pressurised cylinders are extremely hazardous. The valve is capable of producing high dis-
charge thrusts if not handled properly.
CAUTION!
Handle all dismantled parts carefully in order to avoid damage.
The following steps must be repeated until all cylinders are ready for transportation.
1. Disconnect all wiring from the electromagnetic release device.
2. Unscrew the discharge hoses from the pressure regulators.
3. Unscrew the pilot hoses from the release devices (either the manual/pneumatic or the pneumatic release
device) and the port for pilot hose on the master valve.
4. Unscrew the manual/pneumatic release device from the electromagnetic release device of the master valve.
5. Unscrew the electromagnetic release device of the master valve.
6. Unscrew the pneumatic releases device of the slave valves.
7. Unscrew the pressure gauges from the monitoring port of the valves.
8. Dispose of all gaskets, which were installed between the discharge port of the valve and the pressure regu-
lators.
9. Screw an outlet safety plug on the discharge port of each valve.
10. Screw a protection cap on each cylinder.
DANGER!
Always fit the protection cap on the cylinder before moving the cylinder. Failure can result
in serious bodily injury, death, or property damage.
DANGER!
Do not grab the protective cap to move or lift the cylinder.
11. Unfasten the clamps for cylinder: remove the screw, the nut and the washer from the middle of the clamp for
cylinder and keep them in a safe place.
12. Take the cylinder out of the clamps for cylinder.
13. Put the cylinder on a cylinder carrier and fix it securely.
14. Move the cylinder to an transportation vehicle and fasten it securely.
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DANGER!
Cylinders must be transported properly secured. Cylinders must not be rolled, dragged or
slid, nor allowed to be slid from tailgates of vehicles. Cylinders next to the driver’s cabin
must be parallel with vehicle axles or standing up.
DANGER!
Cylinders must not be dropped or permitted to strike against other surfaces or each other.
8.3 Refilling of an INEREX® cylinder

Before removing the valve for filling, make sure that all pressure has been relieved from the cylinder.
Relief of pressure
1. Mount a manual/pneumatic release device on the valve.
2. Remove the safety pin from the manual/pneumatic release device and activate the manual/pneumatic re-
lease device by pulling the hand lever in order to release the inert gas.
3. When all inert gas is released, close the manual/pneumatic release device.
4. Remove the manual/pneumatic release device from the valve.
5. Remove the valve from the cylinder.
Assembly and filling
1. Screw the valve with W28,8 x 1/14” inlet into the cylinder using a maximum torque of 200 Nm and 3 layers
of PTFE tape.
Screw the valve with 1”NGT inlet in accordance to CGA V-1 into the cylinder.
2. Remove the screw plug, part number 029480009, from the monitoring port of the valve.
3. Remove the outlet safety plug from the discharge port of the valve.
4. Fill the cylinder via the discharge port of the valve.
5. Screw the outlet safety plug on the discharge port of the valve and tighten it with a torque of 35 Nm.
6. Close the monitoring port of the valve with the screw plug, part number 029480009.
7. Screw the protection cap on the cylinder.
CAUTION!
The pressure gauge of the INEREX® System is not to be used to determine when the intend-
ed charging pressure has been reached. A pressure regulator is to be used when the pres-
sure source is a tank of high pressure gas.
CAUTION!
Use only clean cylinders without any remnants of PTFE tape, paint particles or other contam-
ination. Contamination can cause leaks in the valve and can lead to malfunction of the valve.
CAUTION!
Do not fill cylinders super-cooled. Super-cool filling can cause leakage of the valve.
CAUTION!
For safety reasons, the outlet safety plug and the protection cap must be installed on the
cylinder at all times, except when the cylinder is connected to the pipework or when the
cylinder is filled or refilled.
8.4 Re-installation of an INEREX® cylinder

1. Re-install the INEREX® battery. For the single row installation, refer to chapter 5.7.1. For the double row
installation refer to chapter 5.7.2.
2. For system assembly refer to chapter 5.8.
NOTE:
Use a new gasket between the valve and the pressure regulator when re-assembling.
NOTE:
Reset the electromagnetic release device with the reset tool for electromagnetic release
device before mounting to the valve.
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Recycling and disposal
Limited warranty
9 Malfunctioning
Malfunctioning of the INEREX® System can only be caused by improper installation or the use of non-genuine
CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. components, which is considered as improper use.
NOTE:
Strictly obey this “Design, Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual for INEREX® Sys-
tems” to avoid malfunctioning of the INEREX® System.
NOTE:
If the INEREX® System is not designed, installed, operated and maintained correctly, CEODEUX
Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. cannot be held responsible for any possible breakage,
damage and malfunctions.
10 Recycling and disposal

All parts of the INEREX® System and all accessories must be returned to CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves
Technology S.A. or to an authorised CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. representative for recycling
and disposal.
The packaging of the INEREX® System must be handed over to a proper disposal organisation.
NOTE:
The disposal of the cylinder must only be by qualified specialists.
11 Limited warranty
CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. warrants to the original purchasers that the products manu-
factured by it shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of one (1)
year from the date of manufacture. Provided the product is supplied and installed by an authorised CEODEUX
Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. distributor, in accordance with the written instructions contained in the
instruction manuals or other data supplied with CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. products, and
when the CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. products have not been altered or modified and as
long as the following conditions are met:
1. The original purchaser must maintain a semi-annual maintenance agreement with an authorised Rotarex
distributor, commencing with the date the Rotarex product was accepted by the purchaser and placed into
service. The service agreement must remain in effect for the duration of the warranty.
2. The CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A. warranty registration card must be completed and
returned to:
CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A.
24, route de Diekirch
B.P.19 L-7505 Lintgen
Luxembourg
If within thirty (30) days after the buyer’s discovery of what buyer believes is a defect, buyer notifies in writing
and ships the product to CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A, 24 route de Diekirch, B.P.19 L-7505
Lintgen, Luxembourg. CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A at its option, and within forty-five (45)
days of receipt, will repair, replace or refund the purchase price of that part or product found by CEODEUX Ex-
tinguisher Valves Technology S.A to be defective. Failure of the buyer to give such written notice and ship the
product within thirty (30) days shall be deemed obsolete and unconditional waiver of any and all claims of buyer
arising out of such defect.
This warranty does not extend to any product or parts that is not installed and used continuously after installation
in accordance with CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A instructions, all applicable state and local
regulations, and all applicable national standards. This warranty does not extend to any product or part that has
been damaged by accident, misuse, abuse, failure to maintain, or neglect, nor does it extend to any product or
party which has been modified, altered, dissembled, or repaired in the field.
This warranty does not cover any cosmetic issues, such as scratches, dents, marring, fading of colours or discol-
ouration. In no event shall CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A be liable for consequential or inciden-
tal damages arising from the purchase and or use of CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A products,
including but not limited to: damages resulting from loss of use of CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology
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S.A products, the costs of replacing discharge suppression agent, damages for lost profits or income, or damag-
es for resulting harm to property other than the CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A products.
Furthermore, CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A is not liable for defects in product compliance due
to normal wear of those parts, which by their nature, are subject to continuous wear.
Except as expressly set forth above, and subject to the limitation of liability below, CEODEUX Extinguisher
Valves Technology S.A MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY,EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, with respect to its products and parts, whether used alone or in combination with others. CEODEUX
Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A disclaims all warranties not stated herein.
11.1 Limitation of liability

CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A total liability for any and all losses and damages arising out of
any cause breach of this warranty, shall in no event exceed the purchase price of the products or parts in respect
of which such cause arises, whether such cause be based on theories of contract, negligence, strict liability, tort
or otherwise.
CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A shall not be liable for incidental, consequential, lost profit or
punitive damages or other losses. CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A shall not be liable for , and
buyer assumes any liability for, all personal injury and property damage connected with the handling, transpor-
tation, possession, further manufacture, other use or resale of products, whether used alone or in combination
with any other products or materials, except to the extent any such personal injury or property damage caused
solely by a breach of this warranty.
NOTE:
Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental, consequential, or punitive
damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. The warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from state to state. The portions
of this limited warranty and limitation of liability shall be considered severable and all portions
which are not disallowed by applicable law shall remain in full force and effect.
11.2 Non-assignment of warranty

The limited warranty set forth herein may not be assigned, transferred or sold in any way and extends only to the
original purchaser.
11.3 Use of non CEODEUX Extinguisher V

alves Technology S.A products
All CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A products are furnished using all CEODEUX Extinguisher
Valves Technology S.A components. All units must exclusively use CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technolo-
gy S.A components, especially for connection(s) to the tubing. Failure to use CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves
Technology S.A components exclusively voids all warranties and will release CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves
Technology S.A of any and all liability on the performance of the CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology
S.A components and unit.
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IG01 Material safety data sheet

Section 1: Identification of the material and supplier
Product name IG01
Recommended use Fire extinguishing agent
Supplier identification CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A.
24, rue de Diekirch, BP 19
L-7505 Lintgen
Luxembourg
Tel.: +352 32 78 32-1
Fax: +352 32 78 32-854
E-mail: [email protected]
Section 2: Hazards identification

Physical state Gas. [NORMALLY A COLOURLESS GAS: MAY BE A CLEAR COLOURLESS LIQUID AT
LOW TEMPERATURES. SOLD AS A COMPRESSED GAS IN STEEL CYLINDERS.]
Emergency overview WARNING!
GAS:
CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE.
Do not puncture or incinerate cylinder.
Can cause rapid suffocation.
May cause severe frostbite.
LIQUID:
Extremely cold liquid and gas under pressure.
Do not puncture or incinerate cylinder. May cause target organ damage, based on animal
data. Contact with rapidly expanding gases or liquids can cause frostbite.
Target organs May cause damage to the following organs: lungs.
Routes of entry Inhalation
Potential acute health effects Eyes Contact with rapidly expanding gas may cause burns or frostbite.
Contact with cryogenic liquid can cause frostbite and cryogenic burns.
Skin Contact with rapidly expanding gas may cause burns or frostbite.
Inhalation Acts as a simple asphyxiant.
Ingestion Ingestion is not a normal route of exposure for gases. Contact with
cryogenic liquid can cause frostbite and cryogenic burns.
Potential chronic health effects Chronic effects May cause target organ damage, based on animal data.
Medical conditions aggravated by Pre-existing disorders involving any target organs mentioned in this MSDS as being at risk
overexposure may be aggravated by overexposure to this product.
See toxicological information (Section 11)
Section 3: Composition / information on ingredients

Component name CAS# / Codes Concentration R Phrases EU Classification
Argon 7440-37-1 100% None Non-flammable gas
EC#231-147-0
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Section 4: First aid measures

No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. If it is suspected that fumes are still pres-
ent, the rescuer should wear an appropriate mask or self-contained breathing apparatus. It may be dangerous to the person
providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
Eye contact Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for
at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical attention
immediately.
Skin contact None expected.
Frostbite Try to warm up the frozen tissues and seek medical attention.
Inhalation Move exposed person to fresh air. If not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory
arrest occurs, provide artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel.
Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention immedi-
ately.
Ingestion As this product is a gas, refer to the inhalation section.
Section 5: Fire-fighting measures

Flammability of the product Non-flammable.
Products of combustion Not applicable.
Fire-fighting media and instructions Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire.
Apply water from a safe distance to cool cylinder and protect surrounding area. If involved in
fire, shut off flow immediately if it can be done without risk.
Contains gas under pressure. In a fire or if heated, a pressure increase will occur and the
cylinder may burst or explode.
Special protective equipment for Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing
fire-fighters apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode.
Section 6: Accidental release measures

Personal precautions Immediately contact emergency personnel. Keep unnecessary personnel away. Use suita-
ble protective equipment (section 8). Shut off gas supply if this can be done safely. Isolate
area until gas has dispersed.
Environmental precautions Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and
sewers.
Methods for cleaning up Immediately contact emergency personnel. Stop leak if without risk. Note: see Section 1 for
emergency contact information and Section 13 for waste disposal.

Section 7: Handling and storage
Handling High pressure gas. Do not puncture or incinerate cylinder. Use equipment rated for cylinder
pressure. Close valve after each use and when empty. Protect cylinders from physical dam-
age; do not drag, roll, slide, or drop. Use a suitable hand truck for cylinder movement.
Never allow any unprotected part of the body to touch uninsulated pipes or vessels that
contain cryogenic liquids. Prevent entrapment of liquid in closed systems or piping without
pressure relief devices. Some materials may become brittle at low temperatures and will
easily fracture.
Storage Cylinders should be stored upright, with valve protection cap in place, and firmly secured
to prevent falling or being knocked over. Cylinder temperatures should not exceed 52°C
(125°F).
For additional information concerning storage and handling refer to Compressed Gas As-
sociation pamphlets P-1 Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Containers and P-12 Safe
Handling of Cryogenic Liquids available from the Compressed Gas Association, Inc.
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Section 8: Exposure controls / personal protection

Engineering controls Use only with adequate ventilation. Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or
other engineering controls to keep worker exposure to airborne contaminants below any
recommended or statutory limits.
Personal protection Eyes Safety eye-wear complying with an approved standard should be used
when a risk assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure
to liquid splashes, mists or dusts.
When working with cryogenic liquids, wear a full face shield.
Skin Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based
on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be
approved by a specialist before handling this product.
Respiratory Use a properly fitted, air-purifying or air-fed respirator complying with
an approved standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary.
Respirator selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure
levels, the hazards of the product and the safe working limits of the
selected respirator.
The applicable standards are (US) 29 CFR 1910.134 and (Canada)
Z94.4-93
Hands Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved
standard should be worn at all times when handling chemical products
if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary.
Insulated gloves suitable for low temperatures.
Personal protec- Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) should be used to avoid
tion in case of a inhalation of the product.
large spill
Product name IG01 Oxygen Depletion [Asphyxiant]
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9: Physical and chemical properties

Physical state Compressed gas
Colour Colourless
Odour None
Flash point (PMCC) (°C/F) Non-flammable
Solubility in water Negligible
Boiling / condensation point -185.87°C (-302.57°F )
Specific Volume 0.622 m3/kg (9.8 ft3/lb)
Gas Density 1.608 kg/m3 (0.102 lb/ft3)
Section 10: Stability and reactivity

Stability and reactivity The product is stable.
Hazardous decomposition products Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should not
be produced.
Hazardous polymerization Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous polymerization will not occur.
Section 11: Toxicological information

Toxicity data
Chronic effects on humans May cause damage to the following organs: lungs.
Other toxic effects on humans No specific information is available in our database regarding other toxic effects of this
material to humans.
Specific effects
Carcinogenic effects No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Mutagenic effects No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Reproduction toxicity No known significant effects or critical hazards.
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Section 12: Ecological information

Aquatic eco-toxicity Not available.
Environmental fate Not available.
Environmental hazards No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Toxicity to the environment Not available.
Section 13: Disposal considerations

Products removed from the cylinder must be disposed of in accordance with appropriate Federal, State, local regulations. Do not
dispose of locally. Do not dispose of the product in the domestic waste or at any waste collection places.
Section 14: Transport information

Regulatory UN number Proper shipping Class Packing group Label Additional information
information name
DOT UN1006 Compressed 2.2 Not applicable Limited quantity
Classification gases, n.o.s. (gas). Yes.
(IG01) Packaging instruction
Passenger aircraft
Quantity limitation: 75 kg
Cargo aircraft
TDG UN1006 Compressed 2.2 Not applicable Explosive Limit and
Classification gases, n.o.s. (gas). Limited Quantity Index
(IG01) 0.125
Passenger Carrying
Road or Rail Index
75
Mexico UN1006 Compressed 2.2 Not applicable -
Classification gases, n.o.s. (gas).
(IG01)
“Refer to CFR 49 (or Authority Having Jurisdiction) to determine the information required for shipment of the product.”
Section 15: Regulatory information

Classification and labelling have been performed according to EU directives 67/548/EEC and 99/45/EC including amendments
(2001/60/EC and 2006/8/EC)
EU Hazard Symbol and Indication of Non-flammable gas. Not classified as a dangerous substance.
Danger
R phrases None
S phrases S9 Keep cylinder in a well-ventilated place.
US REGULATIONS (Federal, State) and INTERNATIONAL CHEMICAL REGISTRATION LAWS
TSCA Listing This product contains ingredients that are listed on or exempt from listing on the EPA Toxic
Substances Control Act Chemical Substance Inventory.
EINECS Listing All ingredients in this product are listed on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial
Chemical Substances (EINECS) or the European List of Notified Chemical Substances
(ELINCS) or are exempt from listing.
DSL/NDSL (Canadian) Listing All ingredients in this product are listed on the Domestic Substances List (DSL) or the
Non-Domestic Substances List (NDSL) or are exempt from listing.
WHMIS Classification This product was classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Canadian Con-
trolled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all the information required by these
regulations.
California Proposition 65 This product does not contain materials which the State of California has found to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
SARA Title III Sect. 302 (EHS) This product does not contain any chemicals subject to SARA Title III Section 302.
SARA Title III Sect. 304 This product does not contain any chemicals subject to SARA Title III Section 304.
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SARA Title III Sect. 311/312 Catego- Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard - Pressure Hazard
rization
SARA Title III Sect. 313 This product does not contain a chemical which is listed in Section 313 at or above the
minimum concentrations.
Section 16: Other information

United States label requirements GAS:
LIQUID:
Canada label requirements Class A: Compressed gas.
Hazardous Material Health 0
Information System (U.S.A.) Flammability 0
Physical hazards 0
Information System (U.S.A.) Fire hazard 0
Liquid: Reactivity 0
Personal protection
National Fire Protection Flammability
Association (U.S.A.)
0
Health 0 0 Instability
SA
Special
Liquid: 0
SA
Special
Notice to reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above-named
supplier, nor any of its subsidiaries, assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the
information contained herein.
Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present
unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot
guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.
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Product name IG100
L-7505 Lintgen
Luxembourg
Tel.: +352 32 78 32-1
Fax: +352 32 78 32-854

GAS:
LIQUID:

Nitrogen 7727-37-9 100% None Non-flammable gas
EC#231-783-9
106 Appendix

immediately.
ately.

Products of combustion Decomposition products may include the following materials: nitrogen oxides.

sewers.

easily fracture.
(125°F).
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Z94.4-93
large spill
Product name Nitrogen Oxygen Depletion [Asphyxiant]

Colour Colourless
Odour None
Boiling / condensation point -195.79°C (-320.4°F)

be produced.

Toxicity data
material to humans.
Specific effects
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information name
Passenger aircraft
Cargo aircraft
(IG100) 0.125
Passenger Carrying
Road or Rail Index
75
(IG100)

(2001/60/EC and 2006/8/EC)
Danger
R phrases None
regulations.
MA Right To Know Law All components have been checked for inclusion on the Massachusetts Substance List
(MSL). Those components present at or above the minimum concentration include: Nitrogen
PA Right To Know Law This product contains the following chemicals found on the Pennsylvania Hazardous Sub-
stance List: Nitrogen
NJ Right To Know Law This product contains the following chemicals found on the New Jersey Right To Know
Hazardous Substance List: Nitrogen
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rization

LIQUID:
Physical hazards 0
Personal protection
0
SA
Special
Liquid: 0
SA
Special
Notice to reader
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Product name IG55
L-7505 Lintgen
Luxembourg
Tel.: +352 32 78 32-1
Fax: +352 32 78 32-854

GAS:
LIQUID:

Argon 7440-37-1 48-50% None Non-flammable gas
EC#231-147-0
Nitrogen 7727-37-9 50-52% None Non-flammable gas
EC#231-783-9
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immediately.
ately.

Products of combustion Decomposition products may include the following materials: nitrogen oxides.

sewers.

easily fracture.
(125°F).
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Z94.4-93
large spill

Colour Colourless
Odour None
Boiling / condensation point -190.1°C (-310.18°F)
Gas Density 1.41223 kg/m3 (0.08816 lb/ft3 )

be produced.

Toxicity data
material to humans.
Specific effects
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information name
Passenger aircraft
Cargo aircraft
(IG55) 0.125
Passenger Carrying
Road or Rail Index
75
(IG55)

(2001/60/EC and 2006/8/EC)
Danger
R phrases None
regulations.
MA Right To Know Law All components have been checked for inclusion on the Massachusetts Substance List
(MSL). Those components present at or above the minimum concentration include: Nitrogen
- Argon
PA Right To Know Law This product contains the following chemicals found on the Pennsylvania Hazardous Sub-
stance List: Nitrogen - Argon
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NJ Right To Know Law This product contains the following chemicals found on the New Jersey Right To Know
Hazardous Substance List: Nitrogen - Argon
rization

LIQUID:
Physical hazards 0
Personal protection
0
SA
Special
Liquid: 0
SA
Special
Notice to reader
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Product name IG541
L-7505 Lintgen
Luxembourg
Tel.: +352 32 78 32-1
Fax: +352 32 78 32-854

GAS:
LIQUID:

Nitrogen 7727-37-9 52% None Non-flammable gas
EC#231-783-9
Argon 7440-37-1 40% None Non-flammable gas
EC#231-147-0
Carbon Dioxide 124-38-9 8% None Non-flammable gas
116 Appendix

immediately.
ately.

Products of combustion None.
Special protective equipment for Firefighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing
firefighters apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode.

sewers.

easily fracture.
(125°F).
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Z94.4-93
large spill

Colour Colourless
Odour None
Boiling / condensation point -196°C (-320.8°F)

be produced.

Toxicity data
material to humans.
Specific effects
118 Appendix



information name
Passenger aircraft
Cargo aircraft
(IG541) 0.125
Passenger Carrying
Road or Rail Index
75
(IG541)

(2001/60/EC and 2006/8/EC)
Danger
R phrases None
regulations.
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rization

LIQUID:
Physical hazards 0
Personal protection
0
SA
Special
Liquid: 0
SA
Special
Notice to reader
120 Appendix
Tapered thread port assembly

(according to “Parker Hannifin Corporation 4300 Catalog”)
Tapered thread ports

Tapered thread ports include NPTF, BSPT and metric taper. The tapered threads in these ports serve two func-
tions:
1. to hold the fitting in place while under pressure and
2. to serve as the primary seal.
Tapered thread port
The variety of thread forms available under taper threads include:

• NPT – American Standard Taper Pipe Thread (ANSI B1.20.1).
• NPTF – Dryseal American Standard Taper Pipe Thread (SAE J476, ANSI B1.20.3).
• BSPT or JIS “PT” – British Standard Pipe, Tapered (BS21, JIS B 0203, ISO 7), also known as “R” for male
and “Rc” for female.
• M-Keg – Metric taper threads (DIN 158)
However, variations in condition of mating threads, fitting and port materials, assembly procedures and operating
conditions make self-sealing highly improbable. Some type of thread sealant is, therefore, required to achieve
proper seal and, in some cases, additional lubricity to prevent galling.
Types of sealant/lubricant
Sealant/lubricants assist in sealing and provide lubrication during assembly, reducing the potential for galling.
Pipe thread sealants are available in various forms such as dry pre-applied, tape, paste and anaerobic liquid.
Pre-applied sealants, such as powdered PTFE are usually applied to connectors by the manufacturer. Connec-
tors with some of these sealants may be remade a few times without needing additional sealant.
PTFE tape, if not applied properly, can contribute to system contamination during assembly and installation. In
addition, because of PTFE’s high lubricity, fittings can be more easily over tightened; and it does not offer much
resistance to loosening due to vibration.
Paste sealants can also contribute to system contamination, if not applied properly. They are also messy to work
with; and some types require a cure period after component installation, prior to system start up.
Anaerobic liquids are available from several manufacturers and perform sealing as well as thread locking func-
tions. They are applied to the connectors by the user and require a cure period prior to system start up. Some
are soluble in common hydraulic fluids and will not contaminate the system. For proper performance they need
to be applied to clean and dry components, carefully following the manufacturer’s directions.
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The proper method of assembling tapered threaded connectors is to assemble them finger tight and then wrench
tighten further to the specified number of turns from finger tight given in the table below.
The following assembly procedure is recommended to minimize the risk of leakage and/or damage to compo-
nents.
1. Inspect components to ensure that male and female port threads and sealing surfaces are free of burrs,
nicks and scratches, or any foreign material.
2. Apply sealant/lubricant to male pipe threads if not pre-applied.
If PTFE tape is used it should be wrapped 1-1/2 to 2 turns in clockwise direction when viewed from the pipe
thread end.

CAUTION!
More than two turns of tape may cause distortion or cracking of the port.
3. Screw the connector into the port to the finger tight position.
4. Wrench tighten the connector to the appropriate turns from finger tight values shown in the table below, mak-
ing sure that the tube end of a shaped connector is aligned to receive the incoming tube or hose assembly.
Never back off (loosen) pipe threaded connectors to achieve alignment.
5. If leakage persists after following the above steps, check for damaged threads and total number of threads
engaged.
If threads on the fitting are badly nicked or galled, replace the fitting. If port threads are damaged, re-tap, if pos-
sible, or replace the component. If the port is cracked, replace the component.
Normally, the total number of tapered threads engaged should be between 3-1/2 and 6. Any number outside of
this range may indicate either under or over tightening of the joint or out of tolerance threads. If the joint is under
tightened, tighten it further but no more than one full turn. If it is over tightened, check both threads, and replace
the part which has out-of-tolerance threads.
As a general rule, pipe fittings with tapered threads should not be assembled to a specific torque because the
torque required for a reliable joint varies with thread quality, port and fitting materials, sealant used, and other
factors. Where many of these factors are well-controlled, such as particular jobs on an assembly floor, a torque
range that produces the desired results may be determined by test and used in lieu of turns count for proper joint
assembly.
Tapered pipe thread size Turns from finger tight
BSPT NPTF
1/8-28 1/8-27 2-3
1/4-19 1/4-18 2-3
3/8-19 3/8-18 2-3
1/2-14 1/2-14 2-3
3/4-14 3/4-14 2-3
1-11 1-11 1/2 1.5 - 2.5
1 1/4-11 1 1/4-11 1/2 1.5 - 2.5
1 1/2-11 1 1/2-11 1/2 1.5 - 2.5
2-11 2-11 1/2 1.5 - 2.5
Assembly turns from finger tight values for steel, stainless steel and brass pipe fittings
122 Appendix
Pressure and flow detector switch, part number 028250050
Commissioning Test for
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GENERAL CUSTOMER INFORMATION
Company: Test performed by:
Address:
Name Signature
Telephone:
Name Signature
Protected hazard:
Date of test:
Please send the filled out and signed form back to CEODEUX Extinguisher Valves Technology S.A., Fax: +352 32 78 32-326
Name Signature
Location of INEREX ®
System:
Comments:
THE FOLLOWING TESTS HAVE TO BE PERFORMED STEP BY STEP AS LISTED BELOW!
ENCLOSURE Result of test Comments

Check if the net volume of the protected enclosure corresponds with the
project specification.□ □ passed □ failed
Check if the class of fire corresponds with the project specification.□ □ passed □ failed
Make sure that the enclosure is cleaned. □ □ passed □ failed
Check if the pressure relief opening has been taken into consideration and
compare the maximum overpressure of the building parts. □ □ passed □ failed
Check if the relief devices are kept clear and that the warning signs for the
relief devices are attached. □ passed □ failed
Check if the doors are self-closing. □ □ passed □ failed
Make sure that all doors (in- and outside) are provided with warning signs. □ passed □ failed
CYLINDERS Result of test Comments

Make sure that the floor construction of the storage room will carry the load
of cylinders. Refer to chapter 4.4.1. □ passed □ failed
Check if the cylinder wall mounting rails are fastened securely to a solid
and stable structure. Refer to chapter 5.5.□ □ passed □ failed
Check if the clamps for cylinder are fastened securely.
Refer to chapter 5.7. □ passed □ failed
Check if the cylinders are labelled with the correct cylinder label.
Refer to chapter 5.4.1. □ passed □ failed
Make sure that the type of gas, the number of cylinders, the volume and the □ passed □ failed
filling pressure correspond with the project specification.
Minimum/maximum pressure acceptable:
200 bar system: 190 bar - 200 bar at 15°C
300 bar system: 285 bar - 300 bar at 15°C
Make sure that the protection caps of the cylinders are available. □ □ passed □ failed
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MANIFOLDS Result of test Comments

Check if the specification of the manifolds corresponds with the project
specification (pressure test, check valve, end cap etc.). □ passed □ failed
Refer to chapter 5.6.
Check if the bolts are tightened and if the manifold mounting rails are in-
stalled and fastened to a solid and stable structure. Refer to chapter 5.6.1. □ passed □ failed
Check if all clamps for manifold are tightened securely with a torque of 50
Nm - 55 Nm. Refer to chapter 5.6.1. □ passed □ failed
Check if the check valves are connected correctly. Refer to chapter 5.6.2. □ passed □ failed
Make sure that all manifold inlet connections Rc1” are equipped with a
check valve. Refer to chapter 5.6.2.□ □ passed □ failed
DISCHARGE HOSE Result of test Comments
Check if the discharge hoses correspond with the project specification. □ passed □ failed
Make sure that the discharge hoses are fixed and tightened securely to the
connection port of the pressure regulator and to the check valve. □ passed □ failed
Make sure that the swivel nuts are tightened with a torque of 30 - 40 Nm.
Refer to chapter 5.8. □ passed □ failed
Check if the discharge hoses have a smooth bending. Minimum bending
radius 160 mm. Refer to chapter 5.8. □ □ passed □ failed
PRESSURE GAUGE / ELECTROMAGNETIC RELEASE DEVICE Result of test Comments

Check if the indicated pressure on the pressure gauge corresponds with the
project specification. □ passed □ failed
During the commissioning test, make sure that the electromagnetic release
devise is disconnected or isolated from the release control panel. □ passed □ failed
PILOT LINE Result of test Comments

Check if the electromagnetic release devises, manual/pneumatic and pneu-
matic release devises are installed as indicated in the project documentation. □ passed □ failed
Make sure that the pneumatic release devices are installed and tightened
securely with a torque of 50 Nm 0/-15 Nm. Refer to chapter 5.8. □ passed □ failed
Make sure that the pneumatic release devices are connected by pilot
hoses. Refer to chapter 5.8. □ passed □ failed
Make sure that the master valve is connected to the pneumatic release
devices of the slave valves by a pilot hose. Refer to chapter 5.8. □ passed □ failed
Make sure that the swivel connections of the pilot hoses are tightened
securely. Refer to chapter 5.8. □ passed □ failed
Make sure that one electromagnetic release device controls no more than
45 INEREX® cylinders. □ passed □ failed
Make sure that a bleed valve is installed on the last pneumatic release
device at the end of the pilot line. Refer to chapter 5.8. □ □ passed □ failed
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PIPEWORK Result of test Comments
Make sure that the pipework has been flushed. Refer to chapter 5.3.4.□ □ passed □ failed
Check if the pipe supports are fastened securely to a solid and stable
structure. Refer to chapter 5.3.2.□ □ □ passed □ failed
Make sure that the distance between the pipe supports does not exceed
the maximum recommended distance. Refer to chapter 5.3.2 □ passed □ failed
Check if the correct pipe schedule and the correct fittings are used. □ passed □ failed
Make sure that the pipework has been leak and pressure tested.
Refer to chapter 5.3.7.
□ passed □ failed
NOZZLES Result of test Comments

Check if the nozzles are installed according to the VdS calculation (size and
orifice). □ passed □ failed
Check if the nozzles are securely screwed into the fittings.
PILOT LINE Result of test Comments

Make sure that the pilot line test was successfully performed.
ELECTRICAL FUNCTION Result of test Comments

Check the function of the electromagnetic release device by energising the
electromagnetic release device for 2 minutes. □ passed □ failed
If the test of the electromagnetic release device was successful, reset the
electromagnetic release device with the reset tool for electromagnetic re-
lease device and mount the electromagnetic release device on the master
valve.
If a pressure and flow detector switch is installed, check the proper opera-
tion.
Test the contact of the pressure gauge with integrated pressure switch. □ passed □ failed
Make sure that a forced-air ventilation stop is provided. □ passed □ failed
DOCUMENTS Result of test Comments

Make sure that the “Design, Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manu-
al for INEREX® Systems” was delivered to the customer. □ passed □ failed
Make sure that the detailed operating instructions were delivered to the
customer.
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COMMENTS
Commissioning engineer Signature Date
Customer Signature Date
Cut the Commissioning Test for INEREX® System off from the manual and fax or mail the filled out document to
Fax: +352 32 78 32-326
email: [email protected]
INEREX
INERT GAS EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS. CONSTANT FLOW TECHNOLOGY.
®

24 route de Diekirch - B.P. 19
L-7505 Lintgen - Luxembourg
Tel: +352 32 78 32-1
Fax: +352 32 78 32-326
email: [email protected]
www.rotarex.com
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Rev. Document Number Document Title Date Description of changes

Part 1 - INEREX® System - Design manual

3 Component descriptions .............................................................................................................. 21

3.6 Bleed valve ..................................................................................................................................... 33

Part 2 - INEREX® System - Installation, operation and maintenance manual

7. Inspection and maintenance ....................................................................................................... 89

7.3.1.3 Release devices ............................................................................................................................. 92

8 Post discharge maintenance ........................................................................................................ 96

10 Recycling and disposal ................................................................................................................. 98

11 Limited warranty ........................................................................................................................... 98

Commissioning Test for INEREX® System .................................................................................................... 123

1 Notes on the documentation

1.1 Other applicable documents

1.2 Storage of the documents

1.3 Symbols used

1.4 Applicability of this manual

1.5 Subject to change

1.6 List of abbreviations

NFPA National Fire Protection Association

1.7 Glossary - technical definitions

Approved: acceptance of the relevant Authority Having Jurisdiction.

Container: used as synonym for “cylinder” in the VdS calculation software.

Gross volume: volume enclosed by building elements

Height: the measurement of vertical distance

Shall: indicates a mandatory requirement.

Should: indicates a recommendation.

1.8 Metric conversion factors

2.2 Types of inert gases

IG01 IG100 IG55 IG541

IG01 IG100 IG55 IG541

2.3 Safety precautions

2.3.1 Environment and exposure

2.3.2 Hazard due to reduced oxygen level

2.3.3 NOAEL and LOAEL

2.3.4 General safety precautions

2.3.5 Additional safety precautions for cylinders including transportation

Components according to the figure on page 25

Part Part number Cylinders Length Diameter

Part Part number Cylinders Length

3.2 Valve Series B0480

Connection for release device

3.2.1 Pressure regulator series B0840

The pressure regulator modulates the discharge pressure to a constant

3.2.3 Pressure gauge

3.2.3.1 Pressure gauge for IG01

3.2.3.2 Pressure gauge for IG100

3.2.3.3 Pressure gauge for IG55

3.2.3.4 Pressure gauge for IG541

3.3 Release devices

3.3.1 Manual/pneumatic release device

3.3.2 Pneumatic release device

3.3.3 Electromagnetic release devices

3.3.3.1 Electromagnetic release device with and without diode

3.3.3.2 Reset tool for electromagnetic release device

3.4 Pilot hose