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Home Fire Sprinkler

Display Guide

A COMPLETE

GUIDE TO

BUILDING AND

USING A NFPA

13D DISPLAY TO

EDUCATE YOUR

COMMUNITY

USE THIS KIT TO CUSTOMIZE THE HOME FIRE SPRINKLER DISPLAY TO MATCH THE REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR JURISDICTION.

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INTRODUCTION > 3

DISPLAY MATERIALS YOU’LL NEED > 4

PREFERRED TOOLS LIST > 5

SIGNAGE YOU’LL NEED > 6

FRAME CONSTRUCTION OVERVIEW > 7

DISPLAY COMPONENT PREPARATION > 8

SHORT WALL ASSEMBLY > 9

LONG WALL ASSEMBLY > 10

TOP ASSEMBLY > 11

UNIT ASSEMBLY > 12

RISER INSTALLATION OVERVIEW > 13

RISER INSTALLATION MATERIAL LIST > 14-15

13D RISER 3D VIEW - BYPASS METERS > 16

TOP VIEW - BYPASS METER > 17

FRONT VIEW - BYPASS METER > 18

SIDE VIEW - BYPASS METER > 19

SIGNAGE INSTALLATION > 20

USING YOUR HOME FIRE SPRINKLER DISPLAY > 21-23

T H E H F S C H O M E F I R E S P R I N K L E R D I S P L A Y K I T

TABLE OF CONTENTS


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INTRODUCTION

The Home Fire Sprinkler Display Kit contains instructions for building a portable display that shows the inner workings of an NFPA 13D home fire sprinkler system, various sprinkler options and how to do a flow test. It can be customized to match local system requirements. Refer to page 21 for ideas on using the display to improve home fire sprinkler awareness in your community.

The display can be constructed by personnel with moderate to good carpentry skills. Riser installation should only be done by an qualified home fire sprinkler installer.

The nonprofit Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition (HFSC) is a 501(c)(3) charitable educational organization and the leading resource for independent, noncommercial information about residential fire sprinklers. HFSC was formed in 1996 in response to the tremendous need to inform the public about the life-saving value of home fire sprinkler protection.

Development of this kit was funded through a grant from State Farm. HFSC thanks Tom Lia and the Northern Illinois Fire Sprinkler Advisory Board for technical assistance.

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☐ (1) box 11/4" Screws

☐ (1) box 3" Screws

☐ (1) box of sheet metal screws

☐ (1) pint of white paint

☐ (1) paintbrush or paint roller

☐ (1) paint tray

☐ (1) 31/4" x 10" x 5' HVAC Duct Work (optional)

☐ (1) Box 11/4" common nails or gun nails

☐ Zip ties or double stick tape for signage attachment

☐ Literature holder



DISPLAY MATERIALS YOU'LL NEED

☐ (1) 1/4" x 4' x 8' plywood (paint white on one side)

☐ (6) 2" x 4" x 8'

☐ (7) 2" x 6" x 8'

☐ (1) 2" x 10" x 8'

☐ (4) 2" Medium Duty Caster Wheels

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PREFERRED TOOLS LIST

☐ Table saw (preferred) or circular saw

☐ Miter saw for angular cuts

☐ Jig saw for curved cuts (optional)

☐ Impact driver for drywall screws

☐ Hammer or nail gun

☐ Square

☐ Tape measure

☐ Hole saw 21/4"

☐ 2 saw horses

☐ Power drill with screwdriver bit

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SIGNAGE YOU'LL NEED

☐ Concealed Pendant Sprinkler

☐ Concealed Sidewall Sprinkler

☐ Pendant Fire Sprinkler

☐ Sidewall Sprinkler

☐ 6" Inside Alarm Bell (NFPA 13D Option)

☐ Spare Fire Sprinkler Box

☐ Water Flow Switch (NFPA 13D Option)

☐ Fire Sprinkler Pipe

☐ Inspector Test Valve

☐ HVAC Duct Work (optional)

☐ Backflow Preventer (NFPA 13D Option)

☐ Sump Pump

☐ Floor Drain

☐ Pressure Gauge

☐ Control Valve

☐ Underground Water Supply

☐ Potable Water Supply

☐ Water Meter

☐ Department Information

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FRAME CONSTRUCTION OVERVIEW


Construction of the display frame starts with cutting the individual components to the correct length and angles. The components are then assembled into a Long Wall, Short Wall and the Top. Finally the three pieces are assembled into the display frame.

In addition there are flat panels that simulate the home's drywall. These panels can be either square cut or curved cut depending on preference.

Optional HVAC duct work can be added, particularly if the mounting of a fire sprinkler alarm is to be demonstrated.

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DISPLAY COMPONENT PREPARATION


Construction should begin by cutting out each of the components. It is helpful to layout the components as they are finished.

SQUARE CUT PIECES

Cut (4) two-by-fours to 68"

Cut (2) two-by-fours to 32"

Cut (2) two-by-sixes to 29"

Cut (4) two-by-sixes to 68"

Cut (1) two-by-six to 441/2"

Cut (1) two-by-six to 48"

Cut (1) two-by-six to 4"

Cut (1) two-by-ten to 441/2"

ANGLE CUT PIECES

Cut (1) two-by-four to 493/4" with 65° and 22° end cuts (see illustration)

Cut (1) two-by-six to 463/4" with 22° end cuts (see illustration)

Cut (1) two-by-six to 241/2" with 90° and 22° end cuts (see illustration)



PLYWOOD PANEL PIECES

Paint one side of 4' x 8' panel white and let dry.

Cut (2) 12" X 441/2" panels

Cut (2) 12" X 261/4" panels

Cut (1) 12" X 281/2" panel

493⁄4"65° 22°

46�3⁄4"22°22°

2" X 4"

2" X 6"

24�1⁄2"90°22°

18�1⁄4"90°22°

11�1⁄4"90° 22°

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SHORT WALL ASSEMBLY

1. On saw horses, lay out (4) 68" two-by-four studs 16", 101/2" and 51/2" on center.

2. Attach (1) 32" two-by-four stud to each end using 3" screws.


68”

32”

5½” on center

10½” on center

16” on center

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LONG WALL ASSEMBLY

1. On saw horses, layout (4) 68" two-by-six studs 16", 16" and 121/2" on center.

2. Attach (1) 441/2" two-by-six stud to top of studs using 3" screws.

3. Attach (1) 441/2" two-by-ten stud to bottom of studs using 3" screws. Align the studs along the back edge of the two-by-ten.


68”

44½”

12½” on center

16” on center

16” on center

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TOP ASSEMBLY

1. On saw horses, lay out (1) 48" two-by-six stud.

2. Attach (1) 29" two-by-six stud to end using 3" screws.

3. Attach (1) 4" two-by-six stud to end using 3" screws.

4. Attach (1) 29" two-by-six stud to connect 4" and 48" studs using 3" screws.

5. Attach (1) 141/2" angle cut two-by-six stud to other end of 48" stud using 3" screws.

6. Attach (1) 463/4" angle cut two-by-six stud to connect 141/2" and 29" studs using 3" screws.

7. Slide (1) 241/2" angle cut two-by-six stud and (1) 181/4" angle cut two-by-six stud into position (see illustration) and attach using 3" screws.


48"

29"

4"

24"

18¼"

11¼"

46¾"

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UNIT ASSEMBLY

1. Place Long Wall on sawhorses backside down.

2. Position Short Wall as shown.

3. Attach using 3" screws.

4. Position (1) 493/4" angle cut two-by-four as shown.


6. Position Top as shown.


8. Attach (4) casters to bottom as shown using 11/4" screws.

9. Attach (5) plywood panels white-side out as shown using 11/4" screws or nails (optional).

10. Stand Unit upright.

11. Attach HVAC duct work as shown using 11/4" screws (optional).

12. Install smoke alarm.


Steps 1-3

Steps 6-7

Step 9

Step 12

Steps 4-5

Step 8

Steps 10-11

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RISER INSTALLATION OVERVIEW


The Riser should be installed by an qualified fire sprinkler installer using the following diagrams.

The drawings illustrate installing the riser bypassing the water meter. If local ordinances require the meter to be inline, adapt the installation to reflect that.

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T H E H F S C F I R E A N D S P R I N K L E R B U R N D E M O N S T R A T I O N K I T


ITEM # QUANTITY DESCRIPTION

1 ☐(1) Water Meter

2 ☐(1) Domestic Shutoff Valve

3 ☐(1) Double Check Valve Assembly

4 ☐(1) 1" x 0'-4" Blk Sch 40 Nipple

5 ☐(1) 1" D.I. Threaded 90 Degree Elbow

6 ☐(2) 1" x 1'-4" Black Sch. 40 Pipe

7 ☐(2) 1" D.I. Threaded Tee

8 ☐(1) 1" Flow Switch - Optional

9 ☐(2) 1" x 0'-4" Blk Sch 40 Nipple

10 ☐(1) 1" Test and Drain Valve w/Orifice = to smallest sprinkler

11 ☐(1) 1" x 1" x 1/2" D.I. Threaded Tee

12 ☐(1) 1/2" x 1/4" D.I. Threaded Bushing

13 ☐(1) 1/4" x 0'-2" Brass Nipple

14 ☐(1) 1/4" 3-Way Valve

15 ☐(1) 1/4" Brass Plug

16 ☐(1) 1/4" Pressure Gauge - Optional

17 ☐(1) 1" x 0'-8" Black Sch. 40 Pipe

18 ☐(1) 1" Steel to CPVC Adapter

RISER INSTALLATION MATERIAL LIST

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19 ☐(1) 1" x 0'-10" CPVC Pipe

20 ☐(4) 1" CPVC 90

21 ☐(1) 1" x 0'-3" CPVC Pipe

22 ☐(2) 1" x 0'-9" CPVC Pipe

23 ☐(2) 1" CPVC Tee

24 ☐(2) 1" x 0'-3" CPVC Pipe

25 ☐(1) 1" x 1" x 1/2" Sprinkler Head Tee

26 ☐(2) 1" x 0'-6" CPVC Pipe

27 ☐(3) 1" x 1/2" Sprinkler Head 90

28 ☐(2) 1" x 1'-3" CPVC Pipe

29 ☐(1) 1/2" Residential Concealed Sidewall Sprinkler

30 ☐(1) 1/2" Residential Semi-Recessed Sidewall Sprinkler

31 ☐(1) 1/2" Residential Concealed Pendent Sprinkler

32 ☐(1) 1/2" Residential Semi-Recessed Pendent Sprinkler

33 ☐(1) 6" Alarm Bell — Optional

34 ☐(1) Emergency Sprinkler Cabinet with Wrench — Optional

35 ☐(10) 1" No-Block CPVC Pipe Hanger

RISER INSTALLATION MATERIAL LIST cont'd

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13D RISER 3D VIEW - BYPASS METER


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TOP VIEW - BYPASS METER


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FRONT VIEW - BYPASS METER


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SIDE VIEW - BYPASS METER


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SIGNAGE INSTALLATION


Place the signs on the appropriate components using zip ties or double stick tape. Local fire departments can create and post their own sign that includes their contact information; Fire Department name and logo, address, phone number, email address, website address, QR Code, etc.

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Now that you’ve assembled your display, it’s time to plan how you’ll use it. The display is portable and it works with a wide range of audiences and

many types of events. Here are some examples:

COMMUNITY EVENTS

• State Fair

• Home Shows and Building Trade Shows

• Fire Prevention Week Activities

• Safety Fair

• Fire Station Open Houses

SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

• Vocational-technical high school competitions

• Parent-Teacher conferences

• Safety Day

HOMEBUILDERS

• Partner with a homebuilder who offers sprinklers as a way to educate during open houses.

• Bring the display to area chapter meetings of your local homebuilders’ association to accompany your presentation.

MUNICIPAL ACTIVITIES

• Present the display at the Building Department so homebuilders can see it when they bring plans in for approval.

• Get on the agenda of your Planning and Zoning Boards and bring the display to explain the value of trade ups to encourage sprinklering of new developments.

• Present the display at your Town/Village Hall.

• Share the display during Town/Village meetings, elections and other public events.



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USE THE DISPLAY TO EDUCATE OTHER PROFESSIONALS AT THEIR OFFICES AND MEETINGS

• Insurance agents

• Real Estate agents

• Water suppliers

OTHER FIRE DEPARTMENTS

• The portability of this display is one of its best features. If there are other departments near your jurisdiction, offer to share your display when they have public education opportunities in their jurisdictions.

EVALUATE THE DISPLAY’S EFFECTIVENESS

It’s important to know whether public education work is effective and to make changes to improve it. Evaluation is also important (often essential) in order to obtain municipal and grant funding. Pre- and post-tests give you a quick answer to how much your audience learned after their exposure to the Display. Using these tests is an easy way to help you determine how well the display meets your educational goals. You can modify these sample test questions based on your audience and the purpose for using the display. Please share your evaluation results with HFSC so we can improve the resources we create and offer to the fire service.

SAMPLE PRE- AND POST-TEST

1. Do you have fire sprinklers installed at home? Yes/No

2. Would you buy a home with fire sprinklers installed? Yes/No/Maybe

3. True or False: Home fire sprinklers are triggered by the smoke alarm.

4. True or False: If fire breaks out, all the fire sprinklers flow water at once.

5. True or False: Home fire sprinklers work automatically, preventing flashover and controlling the heat, smoke and flames until the fire department arrives.

MEDIA

When you bring the display to a public event, inform your local media ahead of time to encourage coverage of this public safety activity. Let them know that you will be providing a unique hands-on educational resource for the event’s audience. Be sure to mention that the Display makes a great visual backdrop for print and television.

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GET LOCAL HELP FOR YOUR DISPLAY

If your jurisdiction doesn’t have the budget to purchase the construction materials, reach out to businesses and groups for funding. Be sure to publicly thank your sponsors during events, in local media coverage and you may want to post the names and logos of your sponsors on the side of

the display.

HERE ARE SOME IDEAS:

Sprinkler Contractors

You’ll need to partner with a sprinkler contractor experienced in NFPA 13D installations to build the Display. They may also be able to help you acquire the sprinkler components by sharing their industry contacts.

Lumberyards/Big Box Stores

Call the manager at your local retailer and request to meet him/her at the store. Bring the list of tools and construction materials and be prepared to explain what the display is and how it can be used to conduct life safety education in your community. Ask the manager if there are any tools or materials that the store can donate to support this permanent public safety resource. Offer store name and logo recognition in return for their support.

Insurance Companies

If your local residential property insurers offer a discount for homes protected by fire sprinklers, contact area offices to request a donation and/or participation in your educational events. (Note: State Farm is HFSC’s sponsor for this display but you can work with any home insurer.)

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