Kidde Fire Systems Surge Protector P/N 81-CO2MAN-001 Manuale Utente

September 2013

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P/N 81-CO2MAN-001

Use the following steps to connect the cylinder(s) to the system piping or manifold using the 

flex hose.
1. Inspect hose to verify the thread connections and hose are not damaged.
2. Apply Teflon tape or pipe dope to the threaded male end and connect to the system piping 

or manifold.

3. Connect the swivel female end to the male discharge head.
4. The hose may be installed horizontally or in a 90 degree up position.
5. Verify that the discharge hose does not flatten when installed and does not kink.

Do not use the swivel adapter to connect more than one cylinder or more than one main and 

reserve cylinder. Connect the cylinder to the system piping using the swivel adapter, by 

following the steps listed below:
1. Disassemble the swivel adapter and inspect the thread connections, O-ring and union for 

damage.

2. Apply Teflon tape or pipe dope to the male threads on the system piping and attach the 

swivel nut piece to the system piping.

3. Connect the swivel union (1/2 in. NPT) (DN15) to the system piping.
4. Connect the other end (3/4 in. NPT) (DN20) to the discharge head.

Figure 4-21.  Swivel Adapter to Piping