This is just my 2 cents worth (in Canadian funds), but this is what NFPA 14-2013 says on the subject:
5.6.4* A test connection for testing the waterflow device shall be provided. A.5.6.4 It is acceptable to utilize a hose valve on the standpipe to test the waterflow device as long as the water is dispersed to an acceptable location. This could be done with a hose valve on the roof or by using a hose connected to a hose valve discharging to a suitable location. So, my reading of this is "a hose ... discharging to a suitable location". It doesn't say "fire hose", so I think a garden hose should suffice. Pete Schwab's substantiation when he proposed the new A.5.6.4 text was that "It should be allowed to use hose valves versus installing a test connection to test the waterflow device." Best regards, Larry Keeping From: Sprinklerforum [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Versoi, Michael Sent: August-02-16 6:37 PM To: [email protected] Subject: RE: High Rise Standpipe The specific information regarding the systems was passed along via a phone conversation. I assumed the Standpipe(s) in question were Class III, and posed the question as such, but was told they were Class II. There could be misinformation provided or interpreted. The question is still the same. Is Quarterly/Annual waterflow testing through a garden hose to activate the device an acceptable means for Class II system or must the Hand Hose station be utilized? Any input would be appreciated. Best regards, Michael Versoi Fire Sprinkler General Foreman NICET III Siemens Industry, Inc. Building Technologies 22010 SE 51st Street Issaquah, WA 98029 425.507.4300 Office 1.866.674.2728 Fax 425.281.7313 Mobile 24 hr Dispatch: 800-952-6348 This message and any attachments are solely for the use of intended recipients. The information contained herein may include trade secrets, protected health or personal information, privileged or otherwise confidential information. Unauthorized review, forwarding, printing, copying, distributing, or using such information is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. If you are not an intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you received this email in error, and that any review, dissemination, distribution or copying of this email and any attachment is strictly prohibited. If you have received this email in error, please contact the sender and delete the message and any attachment from your system. Thank you for your cooperation
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