7/20/2023
ASCS
REMINDER >> Onboard Fire Suppression System Is Mandatory At Knoxville Raceway
A reminder to all teams that you will not be allowed to race without the approved onboard fire suppression system. From the Knoxville Raceway Rules, it reads as follows:
7.1-Fire Suppression System(s) These systems will be mandatory for the 2023 season at Knoxville Raceway starting April 21st at the World of Outlaw show for the 410 class. Approved systems will be mandatory for the 360 and Pro Series on June 9th.
A fire suppression system that meets the SFI 17.3 specification must be installed and functional.
The fire suppression system must include a thermal trigger and a manual trigger, both mounted in the driver’s compartment. The thermal trigger must be in the lower area of the drivers compartment forward of the seat near the area of the fuel pump. The manual trigger must be mounted within reach of the driver on the forward left-hand side of the cockpit. A minimum of one nozzle must be mounted in the lower area of the cockpit forward of the seat.
The DOT approved cylinder manufactured of aluminum or steel must be securely mounted to the frame per the manufacturer’s instructions and the discretion of track Officials. The cylinder must have a minimum capacity of 5 lbs.
The system must be fully charged and display a legible and valid SFI 17.3 and manufacture label, easily viewable at any time by Track Officials. Cylinders that are beyond useful certification date must be inspected, serviced and re-labeled by the manufacturer.
If a nozzle is connected to the cylinder with a line, the line must be steel or steel reinforced and must be triggered at the end of the line.
Approved Manufacturers
• Lifeline Fire & Safety USA, 540-251-2724
• Safety Systems Inc. (Firebottle), Ft Myers, FL, 239-995-6300
• Spa Technique Inc. Indianapolis, IN 317-271-7941
• Safecraft Safety Equipment, Martinez, CA, 800-400-2259
Submitted By: Bryan Hulbert
