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P2904.2.4.2 Obstructions to Coverage

Residential Code 2018 of Kansas > 29 Water Supply and Distribution > P2904 Dwelling Unit Fire Sprinkler Systems > P2904.2 Sprinklers > P2904.2.4 Sprinkler Coverage > P2904.2.4.2 Obstructions to Coverage
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Sprinkler discharge shall not be blocked by obstructions unless additional sprinklers are installed to protect the obstructed area. Additional sprinklers shall not be required where the sprinkler separation from obstructions complies with either the minimum distance indicated in Figure P2904.2.4.2 or the minimum distances specified in the sprinkler manufacturer's instructions where the manufacturer's instructions permit a lesser distance.

For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 foot = 304.8 mm.
FIGURE P2904.2.4.2
MINIMUM ALLOWABLE DISTANCE BETWEEN SPRINKLER AND OBSTRUCTION

P2904.2.4.2.1 Additional Requirements for Pendent Sprinklers

Pendent sprinklers within 3 feet (915 mm) of the center of a ceiling fan, surface-mounted ceiling luminaire or similar object shall be considered to be obstructed, and additional sprinklers shall be installed.

P2904.2.4.2.2 Additional Requirements for Side-Wall Sprinklers

Sidewall sprinklers within 5 feet (1524 mm) of the center of a ceiling fan, surface-mounted ceiling luminaire or similar object shall be considered to be obstructed, and additional sprinklers shall be installed.

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