Kidde Fire Systems
Flow Calculation Software for
Engineered Suppression Systems
Version 4.0 Effective: April 2023
K-85-100 Rev AM
FEATURES
• All platforms accessed via common User Interface (see Table 1). • 2D and isometric views and outputs provided
• Compatible with Windows XP, 7, 8, and 10 operating systems • Output Report includes component part num-
bers
• Operates on 64-bit computers
• A pair of nodes designation for every fitting in
• User-friendly data entry and editing capability
the pipe network
• Branch-by-branch manifold data entry enables easy modifica-
• Flow Calculation output includes pressure vent-
tion
ing calculations for all chemical clean agents
• Segment Information Window included in the Isometric Drawing
• Option to select ISO14520 or NFPA 2001 method
to display information about pipe type, pipe diameter, length,
for calculating the Altitude Correction Factor.
and elevation
• Agency listed (See manuals for specific listings)
DESCRIPTION
The Kidde Fire Systems Flow Calculation Software for engi-
neered suppression systems is a sophisticated calculation rou-
tine for predicting the flow of an agent through a pipe network
system. The Windows-based user interface provides a conve-
nient, fast, and user-friendly method for entering information
about the system.
The Windows-based user interface now uses Microsoft’s NET
technology to enable compatibility with Microsoft’s operating
systems in years to come.
Operating instructions are detailed in the software manuals
listed below.
Table 1
Software
Part Number Agent Approvals
Guide Rev
06-236272-001 ECS™ HFC-227ea AD UL, ULC, FM
06-237379-001 ECS™ 360 with Fluoro-K AD UL, ULC, FM
06-237379-001 ECS™ 360 with 3M™ Novec™ 1230 AD UL, ULC, FM
06-236091-001 ADS™ HFC-227ea AD UL, ULC, FM
06-237256-004 ADS™ with Fluoro-K™ AA UL, ULC, FM
06-237256-004 ADS™ 3M™ Novec™ 1230 AA UL, ULC, FM Isometric layout of piping is clearly displayed.
06-236200-001 FE-13™ AB UL
06-235945-001 HP CO2 AD UL, ULC, FM ORDER INFORMATION
06-237588-001 ECS-500™ with Fluoro-K™ AA UL, ULC, FM Version 4.0 Flow Calculation Software is available for download
06-237588-001 ECS-500™ with 3M™ Novec™ 1230 AA UL, ULC, FM from the distributor extranet site ([Link]).
06-237520-001 Natura™ Inert Gas System AD UL, FM A HASP key (P/N 06-118361-009) is required to run the soft-
ware and can be ordered via normal channels.
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for the product's suitability for a particular application. The fire suppression system Kidde Fire Systems
design, installation, maintenance, service and troubleshooting must be performed by 400 Main Street
trained, authorized Kidde Fire Systems distributors for the product to work correctly. If Ashland, MA 01721
you need more information on this product, or if you have a particular problem or Ph: 508.881.2000
question, contact KIDDE-FENWAL, INC., Ashland, MA 01721 USA. Fax: 508.881.8920
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