Generators
Name the NFPA code number for Emergency and Standby Power Systems
110
What NFPA code number is the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code?
72
What is the code violation in this photo?
Can't run extension cord in wall (cord not rated for that use).
How many theme & Water parks does Disney and Universal have in Florida?
10 (Magic Kindgom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kindgom, Blizzard Beach, Typhoon Lagoon, Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, Epic Universe, Volcano Bay)
What does it mean if an ATS is "4-pole"?
Should a generator be grounded as a separately derived system when using 4-pole ATS’s?
Yes
Name at least one code issue with this bad install
Ground Screw bonds to plastic enclosure. Netural is on ground terminal.
What is Bond's favorite Theme Park?
Universal Studios - Best vibes and best annual event - HHN
Can the life safety ATS be in the same room as the service entrance gear? Can the optional standby ATS be in the same room as the service entrance gear?
Nope; Yes
Does a generator require ground fault protection?
No but ground fault alarm is preferred
What does Class "A" and Class "B" mean?
Refers to how FA devices are wired: Class "A" means a FA "circuit" loops back to the panel (more $$$) - if a wire is cut, all devices still have functionaility; Class "B" is a straight line & does not loop around, if a line is cut, the devices after the cut will not be functional.
What is wrong on this install?
They attached the "grounded" wire to the ground. They have 2-wire system with not EGC. The proper code way to do this is to make them GFCI's.
What does EPCOT Stand for?
Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow
What two companies do we allow for ATS's
ASCO/Schneider Electric and RussElectric/Siemens
Can Storm piping (including roof drains) be located within the generator room?
Nope. Only items directly serving the room are permitted.
In Florida, how far from the end of a patient corridor is a fire alarm notification device required in a private mode system?
It's not required in patient corridor for private mode.
Name at least one thing wrong in this bad install
Multiple wires underneath lugs (can't do that ever unless its specifically rated for that)
Trying to split the load between two breakers (can't do.
Wires "jumper" colors don't match the incoming wires -- can't use white for phase conductor (white is reserved for neutrals)
Name all 6 "universes" at EPIC Universe
Super Nintendo World, How to Train your Dragon - Isle of Berk, Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Paris/Ministry of Magic, Celestial Park, and Dark Universe
Panelboards have AIC ratings, what is the ATS equivalent?
WSR (Withstand Rating)
What is the minimum amount of fuel required for a hospital generator in Florida (in hours of run time at 100%)?
FBC 449.4.2.9.2
The emergency power system shall be fueled by a fuel supply stored on-site sized to fuel the generator for 100-percent load for 64 hours or for 72 hours of actual demand load of the occupied patient area(s) and patient support area(s) and patient support utilities during and immediately following a disaster, whichever is greater.
Name at least two things wrong
NM/Romex cables have no clamp on panel entry
Multiple conductors under the panel main neutral lug
Hot conductor Under panel main hot lug
Fourth Feeder wire is not capped off appropriately.
What is this character's name?
Earl the Squirrel
What are the three transition types of ATS's?
Open Transition
Closed Transition
Dealyed Transition