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2. Foreword
FM Approvals are intended to verify that the products and services described will meet stated conditions of
performance, safety and quality useful to the ends of property conservation. The purpose of FM Approval
Standards is to present the criteria for FM Approval of various types of products and services, as guidance for
FM Approvals personnel, manufacturers, users and authorities having jurisdiction.
Products submitted for Approval shall demonstrate that they meet the intent of the Approval Standard, and that
quality control in manufacturing and/or applications shall ensure a consistently uniform and reliable product or
service. FM Approval Standards strive to be performance-oriented and to facilitate technological development.
For examining equipment, materials and services, FM Approval Standards:
a) must be useful to the ends of property conservation by preventing, limiting or not causing damage
under the conditions stated by the Approval listing; and
b) must be readily identifiable.
Continuance of Approval and Listing depends on compliance with the Approval agreement, satisfactory
performance in the field, on successful re-examinations of equipment, materials, and services as appropriate, and
on periodic follow-up audits of the manufacturing facility or service/application.
FM Global Technologies LLC reserves the right in its sole judgement to change or revise its standards, criteria,
methods, or procedures.
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3. TABLE OF CONTENTS
I INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................................................................... 1
II GENERAL DESCRIPTION ...................................................................................................................................................... 1
2.1 Description .......................................................................................................................................................................... 1
2.2 Markings ............................................................................................................................................................................. 1
2.3 Sizes .................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
2.4 Rated Working Pressure .................................................................................................................................................... 2
2.5 End Connections ................................................................................................................................................................. 2
III DESIGN ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
3.1 General ................................................................................................................................................................................ 2
3.2 Operation ............................................................................................................................................................................. 2
3.3 Orientation and Parts Removal .......................................................................................................................................... 3
3.4 Serviceability ...................................................................................................................................................................... 3
3.5 Materials ............................................................................................................................................................................. 3
3.6 Friction Loss ....................................................................................................................................................................... 3
3.7 Performance ........................................................................................................................................................................ 3
3.8 Clearances ........................................................................................................................................................................... 4
3.9 Trim Equipment .................................................................................................................................................................. 4
3.10 Intermediate Chamber ...................................................................................................................................................... 5
3.11 Auxiliary Equipment ........................................................................................................................................................ 5
IV TESTS — DRY PIPE VALVES ............................................................................................................................................... 5
4.1 Operational Tests ................................................................................................................................................................ 5
4.2 Friction Loss ....................................................................................................................................................................... 5
4.3 Strength of Clapper Latch .................................................................................................................................................. 6
4.4 Strength of Clapper ............................................................................................................................................................ 6
4.5 Hydrostatic Test .................................................................................................................................................................. 6
V TESTS — RUBBER FACINGS ................................................................................................................................................ 6
5.1 General ................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
5.2 Water Absorption ................................................................................................................................................................ 6
5.3 Hardness .............................................................................................................................................................................. 6
5.4 Aging ................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
5.5 Adhesion ............................................................................................................................................................................. 7
APPENDIX APPROVAL MARKS ............................................................................................................................................. 8
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I INTRODUCTION
1.1 A dry pipe valve is installed in the water supply line to a dry pipe sprinkler system. The sprinkler piping
downstream of the dry pipe valve contains air under pressure instead of water as in a wet system. When one
or more sprinklers operate, air escapes, the dry pipe valve trips and water is admitted to the system.
1.2 FM Approval is based upon satisfactory examination and tests of production samples and inspection of
manufacturing and quality control facilities. The following items are carefully evaluated in the course of an
examination: functional suitability, operational reliability, adequacy of design and workmanship, uniformity
and dependability of production, effectiveness of quality control and availability of replacement parts and
service.
1.3 The requirements of this standard are intended as guidelines reflecting current FM Approval tests and
practices. Items which do not precisely conform to these requirements may be approved if shown to perform
as well as or superior to Approved items and to meet the intent of this standard. In the same way, items that
do conform to each of these written requirements may not be approved if other considerations are felt to
seriously affect the performance of the item.
II GENERAL DESCRIPTION
2.1 Description
2.1.1 The differential type dry pipe valve has either one or two hinged discs or clappers within a valve body.
In the two clapper design, one is the water clapper, the other is the air clapper with a linkage assembly
between them. The one clapper design utilizes one side of the clapper to contain the water supply while
the other side contains pressurized air in the sprinkler piping. In both designs the ratio between the areas
or lever arms of the air clapper and water clapper is about 6 to 1 so that the water supply can be contained
by a relatively smaller air pressure. The space formed between the air and water clappers, or between the
two seat rings in the single clapper design, is called the intermediate chamber. This chamber is vented to
atmosphere through an automatic drain valve when the valve is in its normally shut or ‘‘set’’ position. This
chamber allows any water or air leakage by the clapper(s) to be detected. When the valve operates or
‘‘trips’’, water enters this chamber, the automatic drain valve shuts and water flows to the alarms asso-
ciated with the dry pipe system as well as into the sprinkler system piping.
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2.1.2 The mechanical type dry pipe valve has one clapper which is held on its seat by a latch, either at the
clapper or at some point in a lever system. When system air pressure is reduced to 5 to 30 psig (34.5 to
198 kPa) the latch is disengaged from the clapper by mechanical means and the valve operates similarly
to the differential type. This type of dry pipe valve is more or less independent of system water pressure.
2.1.3 Some dry pipe valves may employ a combination of differential and mechanical design principles.
2.2 Markings
A corrosion resistant nameplate permanently fastened to the valve in a prominent position shall show: manu-
facturer’s or vendor’s name or trademark, rated working pressure, nominal valve size, distinctive model desig-
nation, year of manufacture and the symbol of FM Approval. All or part of this marking may be cast in raised
letters on the valve body. If the valves are manufactured at more than one location, each valve shall be uniquely
marked to indicate place of origin.
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2.3 Sizes
Standard dry pipe valve sizes are: 2 in. (51 mm), 3 in. (76 mm), 4 in. (102 mm), 6 in. (152 mm) and 8 in. (203
mm). Other sizes may be Approved if there is a demonstrated need for them and they meet the requirements of
this standard.
2.4 Rated Working Pressure
A dry pipe valve shall be designed for a minimum working pressure of 175 psig (1216 kPa).
2.5 End Connections
2.5.1 Valve bodies of 3 in. (76 mm) and larger sizes shall have flanged ends conforming to a recognized national
standard for flanged fittings, such as ANSI B16.5. Two in. (51 mm) valve bodies may have flanged ends
or threaded ends conforming to a recognized national standard for tapered pipe thread, such as ANSI B2.1.
Other end connections may be Approved if there is a demonstrated need for them and these will be
examined on a case-by-case basis.
2.5.2 Valves manufactured outside North America may be Approved with end connections conforming to
National Standards recognized in the country of manufacture.
III DESIGN
3.1 General
3.1.1 Dry pipe valves often remain inactive for long periods of time yet they must be able and ready to operate
positively and reliably at any moment. Overall design should be uncomplicated and construction should
be simple and rugged with appropriately generous dimensions and clearances.
3.1.2 Valves shall be designed for an extended service life. Valves which meet the requirements of this standard
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are expected to perform reliably, under favorable conditions, for at least 75 years.
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3.2 Operation
3.2.1 Dry pipe valve components shall operate positively, with no sluggishness or hang-ups, when tripped.
Bumpers, stops or other means shall be provided to prevent damage to the clapper assembly or other valve
parts when the clapper assembly comes to a stop after being tripped.
3.2.2 Latches or other devices shall be provided to prevent the dry pipe valve from reseating automatically after
being tripped. The clapper shall remain above the seat to allow system drainage until manually reset.
3.2.3 It shall not be possible to render the valve inoperative by any external mechanical device(s).
3.2.4 Valves shall be designed so that component parts do not strike clapper rings or seat rings during tripping
or resetting operations.
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3.3 Orientation and Parts Removal
Dry pipe valves shall be designed so that all parts are uniquely oriented to minimize the possibility of improper
assembly. All parts shall be easily removed for inspection, cleaning, repair or replacement without injury to the
machined surfaces of the clapper and seat rings. Valve parts shall be able to be removed with standard tools.
3.4 Serviceability
Dry pipe valves shall be reasonably easy to set or reset after tripping by one person using standard tools. The
body handhole cover(s) shall be designed to fit on the body in only one orientation if the position of the handhole
cover(s) can affect the operation of the valve. The handhole(s) shall be large enough to permit normal mainte-
nance, repairs and resetting.
3.5 Materials
All materials used in dry pipe valves shall be suitable for the intended purpose. All valve parts which could affect
the operation of the valve if they become corroded or tuberculated shall be constructed of corrosion resistant
materials. Metal seat rings which come into contact with rubber seating rings shall be constructed of material
which will not naturally stick to rubber.
3.6 Friction Loss
The loss in water pressure across the valve shall not exceed 5 psi (34.5 kPa) at the flow rates listed below:
Valve Size Flow
in. (mm) gpm (m3/min.)
2 (51) 150 (0.43)
3 (76) 400 (1.51)
4 (102) 750 (2.84)
6 (152) 1500 (4.30)
8 (203) 3000 (11.35)
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3.7 Performance
3.7.1 Differential type dry pipe valves shall have a ratio of system water pressure to air pressure when the valve
operates (trips) of between 5 and 6.5 at all water pressures from 20 psig (138 kPa) to the rated working
pressure.
3.7.2 Mechanical type dry pipe valves shall operate at air pressures between 5 psig (34.5 kPa) and 30 psig
(198 kPa) for all water pressures from 20 psig (138 kPa) to the rated working pressure.
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3.8 Clearances
3.8.1 Ample clearances shall be provided between all moving and stationary parts so that corrosion or deposits
will not interfere with operation of the valve.
3.8.2 The following minimum dimensions shall be maintained:
1⁄8 in. (3 mm) between seat rings and metal parts of clapper assemblies such as metal retaining rings.
3⁄4 in. (19 mm) between valve body and clapper assembly in all positions from closed to wide open.
1⁄2 in. (13 mm) between valve body and clapper hubs or hubs of any intermediate levers.
1⁄32 in. (1 mm) between hinge pins and bearings.
1⁄16 in. (2 mm) between face of metal clapper seat ring and clapper (for clappers with metal seat rings).
3.8.3 The above clearances may be modified for valves which utilize special materials, coatings or finishes.
Examination of these valves will be on a case-by-case basis.
3.9 Trim Equipment
3.9.1 Dry pipe valves shall be supplied with auxiliary equipment which is necessary for operation of the system,
or which may be necessary or desirable for a particular installation. This equipment includes pipes, fittings,
valves, gages, alarms and switches. Exhausters and accelerators are auxiliary devices used to decrease the
time of operation of the system. Necessary openings in the dry pipe valve must be provided for auxiliary
equipment.
3.9.2 The air supply line shall be 3⁄4 in. (19 mm) NPS and located on the air side of the valve above any priming
connections.
3.9.3 A drain line shall be provided on the water side of the valve, sized as follows:
2 in. (51 mm) valves 3⁄ 4 in. (19 mm) NPS
3 in. (76 mm) valves 11⁄4 in. (28 mm) NPS
4, 66 & 8 in. (102, 152 & 203 mm) valves 2 in. (51mm) NPS
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3.9.4 A 3⁄4 in. (19 mm) NPS minimum fitting shall be provided for possible installation of an automatic sprinkler
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within the dry pipe valve enclosure. (This may be piped to the priming connection.)
3.9.5 If priming water is needed to seal the air seat, provisions for adding it shall consist of the following: a 3⁄4
in. (19 mm) NPS connection on the air side of the dry pipe, a shut-off valve, and a cup to prevent direct
connection of a priming water supply line to the priming water line.
3.9.6 If priming water is used, a connection shall be provided so that proper priming water level can be
determined.
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3.10 Intermediate Chamber
3.10.1 The intermediate chamber of a dry pipe valve shall have an automatic drain valve for venting to
atmosphere any water leakage by the clapper(s). The drain valve shall have a means to check the position
of the clapper or ball portion of the valve to ensure that it is operating properly. A drain valve may be
one of several types and may be located either inside or outside the chamber. One type located within the
chamber closes mechanically when the clapper is raised. Other types located outside the chamber are
called velocity drain valves, and close when a flow of water enters the chamber. Velocity drain valves
shall shut at flow rates of between 2 and 10 gpm (7.6 and 37.9 dm3/min.).
3.10.2 Dry pipe valves which do not have intermediate chambers shall have some means to detect the presence
of water if it rises approximately one foot above the valve clapper.
3.11 Auxiliary Equipment
3.11.1 Dry pipe valves shall have the capability of operating various Approved, audible alarm devices, such as
water motor gongs (FM Approval Standard Class No. 1050) and pressure switches (FM Approval
Standard Class No. 3132). The valve shall also have the ability to test these alarm devices without
tripping the valve or allowing water into the system piping.
3.11.2 Valve shall be equipped with Approved gages (FM Approval Standard Class No. 2311) to indicate air
pressure and water supply pressure.
3.11.3 Air Pressure Maintenance Devices are used to maintain dry pipe system air pressure within pre-set limits
and are examined in accordance with FM Approval Standard Class No. 1032.
3.11.4 Quick-Opening Devices, Accelerators and Exhausters, are used to increase the speed of operation of dry
pipe valves and are examined in accordance with FM Approval Standard Class No. 1031.
IV TESTS — DRY PIPE VALVES
4.1 Operational Tests
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A sample valve will be installed in a vertical riser. The valve will be set with air pressure above and water below,
with the water control valve at least 1/3 open. The valve will be tripped at various water supply pressures from
20 psig (138 kPa) to the rated working pressure by slowly reducing the system air pressure above the valve.
Normally each valve will be operated at least three times at each supply pressure increment (approximately 20
psig or 138 kPa). All operations must fall within the specifications of Paragraph 3.7.
4.2 Friction Loss
A sample valve will be installed between two flanged test pipes of the same nominal diameter as the valve and
equipped with piezometer rings. The head loss between the piezometers will be measured for sufficient flows to
determine the valve head loss characteristics. The head loss shall be in accordance with Paragraph 3.6.
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4.3 Strength of Clapper Latch
In some situations a dry pipe valve may experience a reverse flow through the valve. To test the strength of the
clapper latch, a sample valve will be subject to a reverse flow of approximately 2000 gpm (7.57 m3/min.) for
5 minutes with the clapper on the wide open latch. The valve shall remain open during the test and no permanent
distortion or function impairment shall occur.
4.4 Strength of Clapper
To further the strength of the clapper assembly, a sample valve will be tripped with air below the valve instead
of water. The valve will be set with approximately 100 psig (690 kPa) air above and below the valve with a
supply volume below the valve of approximately 375 gals. (1.4 m3). The valve will be tripped by rapidly
releasing the air pressure above the valve through a 2 in. (51 mm) drain valve. No damage to any valve parts
shall result from this test and the valve shall operate satisfactorily after the test.
4.5 Hydrostatic Test
With the clapper assembly removed, a sample valve will be subjected to a hydrostatic test of 700 psig (4.8 M Pa)
or 4 times the rated working pressure, whichever is greater, for 5 minutes. No leakage or permanent distortion
shall result from this test.
V TESTS — RUBBER FACINGS
5.1 General
Rubber facing utilized in many dry pipe valves play a critical role in the reliable operation of the valve especially
after extended periods of time. These rubber parts (natural or synthetic) will be the subject of a special
examination as deemed necessary by FM Approvals and will include the below listed tests.
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5.2 Water Absorption
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A sample of the valve facing will be maintained in water at a temperature of 212°F (373°C) for 6 hours. At the
end of this period, the increase in weight of the sample shall not exceed 1.5% of the original weight and the
increase in thickness shall not exceed 1.5% of the original thickness.
5.3 Hardness
A sample facing will be tested for hardness. A value of 50 to 70 based on the Shore durometer ‘‘A’’ scale will
be acceptable.
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5.4 Aging
A sample facing will be subject to an accelerated aging test in accordance with ASTM D572 (Accelerated Aging
of Vulcanized Rubber by the Oxygen-Pressure Method). After the test the sample will be examined for resilience;
no cracking shall occur when the sample is bent double.
5.5 Adhesion
5.5.1 Due to the reaction between sulfur and copper, rubber products that contain sulfur may stick to valves with
bronze seating surfaces. This situation will generally be limited to natural rubber facings; however, some
synthetic rubber products may be sulfur cured. Testing will not be necessary if seating surfaces are made from
materials that do not contain copper or if seating surfaces are tinned or coated with a suitable material.
5.5.2 If it is suspected that this situation may occur, the valve will be tested as follows:
— the clapper with rubber facing will be set on its seating surface with a pressure of 50 psig (340 kPa).
— the valve will be maintained in an environment of approximately 150°F (338°K) for 30 days.
— at the end of this period the clapper shall be able to be lifted off its seat by hand.
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APPENDIX
APPROVAL MARKS
REPRODUCTION ART: FM Approval Marks
For use on nameplates, in literature, advertisements,
packaging and other graphics.
1) The FM Approvals diamond mark is acceptable
to FM Approvals as an Approval mark when
used with the word ‘‘Approved.’’
2) The FM Approval logomark has no minimum
size requirement, but should always be large
enough to be readily identifiable.
3) Color should be black on a light background or a
reverse may be used on a dark background.
For Cast-On Marks
4) Where reproduction of the mark described
above is impossible because of production
restrictions, a modified version of the diamond is
suggested. Minimum size specifications are the
same as for printed marks. Use of the word
‘‘Approved’’ with this mark is optional.
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FM Approved. The FM Approval marks should never be used in any manner (including advertising, sales or promotional
purposes) that could suggest or imply FM Approval or endorsement of a specific manufacturer or distributor. Nor should
it be implied that Approval extends to a product or service not covered by written agreement with FM Approvals. The
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