Section 296-96-02471. ASME A17.1-2.27.8 FEO-K1 Fire service keys.

The key switches required by ASME A17.1-2.27.2 through 2.27.5 for all new and altered elevators in a building shall be operable by the FEO-K1 key. The keys shall be Group 3 Security (see ASME A17.1-8.1). A separate key shall be provided for each switch. This key shall be of a tubular, 7 pin, style 137 construction and shall have a bitting code of 6143521 starting at the tab sequences clockwise as viewed from the barrel end of the key. The key shall be coded "FEO-K1." The possession of the "FEO-K1" key shall be limited to elevator personnel, emergency personnel, elevator equipment manufacturers, and authorized personnel during checking of firefighters emergency operation.

Note:

(ASME A17.1-2.27.8) Local fire or building authorities may specify the requirements for a uniform keyed lock box and its location to contain the necessary keys. Where required, a lock box, including its lock and other components, shall conform to the requirements of UL 1037 (see Part 9). These keys shall be kept on the premises in a location readily accessible to firefighters and emergency personnel, but not where they are available to the public.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 70.87 RCW. WSR 13-24-066, § 296-96-02471, filed 11/27/13, effective 1/1/14.]

Chapter 70.87 RCW. WSR 13-24-066, § 296-96-02471, filed 11/27/13, effective 1/1/14.