
2.
The Model DDX Type D PrePaK system can be used in
both single and double interlock applications. Reliable Sin-
gle and Double Interlock Preaction Systems are designed
for water sensitive areas that require protection from inad-
vertent water flow into the sprinkler system piping.
The major benets of a single/double interlock preaction
System, when compared with a wet pipe system, are as fol-
lows:
A. A re alarm sounds prior to the flow of water from a
sprinkler, which may enable extinguishing the re by
handheld means before the operation of any sprinkler
occurs.
B. An annunciator signals whenever the integrity of piping
or sprinklers is accidentally or intentionally disturbed;
however, no water flow occurs unless the detection sys-
tem has been activated .
C. Detection and notication of a re condition are provid-
ed by re detectors, without the delay associated with
water delivery time in the event of a re. Note that with
a wet pipe system, the re alarm is delayed until after
water has begun flowing from an operated sprinkler.
In single interlock applications, one or more detectors
sense the presence of re, thereby causing the electrical re-
leasing control panel to activate notication appliances and
energize the solenoid releasing valve to the open position.
The use of cross-zoned detectors will require operation of
two detectors on separate zones before the solenoid valve
can open (Note: Verify that the detection method, including
the use of cross-zoned detection, are permitted by all ap-
plicable codes and standards, as well as the requirements
of all authorities having jurisdiction. Cross-zoned detection
may not be permitted in New York City or by Factory Mu-
tual.) The solenoid valve, when closed, preserves supply
water pressure in the Model DDX valve’s push-rod chamber.
Actuating the solenoid valve releases that water pressure
which allows the Model DDX valve to open.
To discharge water from sprinklers on a single interlock
system with cross-zoned detection, two separate electrical
detection zone must activate and a sprinkler must open.
During the early stages of a re, smoke or heat activates
the rst detector, which causes the control panel to produce
a local alarm and an alarm at the re alarm panel. Electri-
cal relays inside the releasing control panel can be used to
shut down air moving equipment or activate security doors
and other electrical devices when the panel goes into this
rst condition. Subsequent activation of a second, nearby or
adjacent detector, on a separate detection zone, will cause
the panel to energize the solenoid valve open and release
water into the sprinkler piping. Water flowing into the sprin-
kler piping will simultaneously produce water pressure that
cause the transfer of contacts in the alarm pressure switch
mounted in the riser assembly, thereby activating a water
flow alarm device. The flow of water into the sprinkler piping
effectively converts the dry system into a wet-pipe sprinkler
system. In the event that the re subsequently produces
sufcient heat to operate a sprinkler, water will flow from
that sprinkler.
To flow water into a double interlock preaction system,
two events must take place: a re detection device must
operate, and a pressure switch must be operated by the
loss of system pressure (sprinkler operation). These two
signals, an electric signal from the detection system and
an electrical signal from the pressure (pneumatic) sensor,
must coexist at the releasing control panel, which only then
will energize the solenoid releasing valve causing water flow
into the sprinkler system and out of the open sprinkler(s).
In the event that the system piping is ruptured or a sprin-
kler is accidentally opened, the system pressure switch will
operate and an alarm will sound. The Model DDX Type D
however, will not release water since the detection system
has not been activated.
When using the Reliable Model DDX PrePaK system in
either single or double interlock applications, the sprinkler
system is pressurized (supervised) with air or nitrogen and
is monitored by a system pressure switch.
A Model B Hydraulic Manual Emergency Releasing sta-
tion is standard equipment in the Model DDX PrePaK sys-
tem. It consists of an aluminum nameplate mechanically at-
tached to a ball valve. The valve handle in its OFF position is
guarded against accidental turning to the ON position (and
system discharge) by a nylon cable tie provided with the
PrePaK system assembly. The cable tie is designed to allow,
in case of an emergency, forceful turning of the valve handle
to the ON position.
Approvals
• The Model DDX N2-Blast PrePak Type D preaction
system is FM Approved as a factory-assembled Preac-
tion System to Approval Standard 1011/1012/1013,
Deluge and Preaction Sprinkler Systems.
• The Model DDX deluge valve and Type D preaction
trim are FM Approved and cULus Listed.
• The South-Tek N2-Blast® Model FPS-900-RS nitrogen
generator is FM Approved to Approval Standard 1035,
Nitrogen Generators for Corrosion Mitigation.
Technical Data
1. The Reliable Model DDX PrePaK systems are rated for
a minimum supply pressure of 20 psi (1.4 bar) and a
maximum supply pressure of 250 psi (17.2 bar).
2. Friction loss, expressed in equivalent length of Sched-
ule 40 pipe and based on Hazen-Williams Formula with
C=120 and a flowing velocity of 15 ft/s (4.6 m/s), is:
System Size Equivalent Length
2” (50mm) 4.4’ (1.3m)
2-1/2” (65mm) 6.0’ (1.8m)
3” (80mm) 12.6’ (3.8m)
4” (100 mm) 32.8 ft (17.7 m)
These values account for the Model DDX valve, supply
manifold tee, butterfly control valve, and the short sec-
tion of pipe located directly above Model DDX valve.