1. (1) Maintenance will be conducted on extinguishing systems at least every six months or immediately after use or activation.

   1. (a) When fusible links are a required portion of the system, fusible links will be replaced semiannually or as required by the manufacturer of the system.
   2. (b) Fusible links will show the date when installed by year only.
   3. (c) Fusible links will not be used after February 1 of the next year showing a previous years date.

2. (2) Interchanging of parts from different manufactured systems is prohibited.

   1. (a) Parts shall be specifically listed and compatible for use with the designed system.

3. (3) All replaced parts to the system serviced will be returned to the system owner or manager after completion of the service.

   1. (a) Parts that are required to be returned to the manufacturer due to warranty are exempt.

4. (4) Any system requiring a hydrostatic test, will not be serviced until such system has been subjected to, and passed, the required test.

   1. (a) A non-compliance tag will not be accepted to meet the requirements of this section.

5. (5) At the time of installation, and during any service, all servicing will be done in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, adopted statutes, and these rules.

   1. (a) Systems will be placed and remain in an operable condition, free from defects which may cause malfunctions.
   2. (b) Discharge nozzles and piping will be free of obstructions or substances.

KEY: fire prevention, fire suppression systems, systems

Date of Last Change: September 13, 2016

Notice of Continuation: April 19, 2022

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 53-7-204