NFPA 96 Chapter 16: Cooking Operations PDF
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This document outlines the requirements for cooking operations in buildings utilizing downdraft appliance ventilation systems, specifically focusing on fire safety, ventilation system components required to prevent fire hazards, and the required specifications for the apparatus. The text covers components like airflow switches, exhaust systems, and materials usage.
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Cooking Operations in Buildings That Utilize Downdraft Appliance Ventilation Systems ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ [[16.1\*]](https://link.nfpa.org/publications/96/2024/annexes/A/groups/16#ID000960000941) General Requirements. **16.1.1** Down...
Cooking Operations in Buildings That Utilize Downdraft Appliance Ventilation Systems ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ [[16.1\*]](https://link.nfpa.org/publications/96/2024/annexes/A/groups/16#ID000960000941) General Requirements. **16.1.1** Downdraft appliance ventilation systems containing or for use with appliances used in processes producing smoke or grease-laden vapors shall be equipped with components complying with the following: - **16.1.2** The downdraft appliance ventilation system shall be capable of capturing and containing all the effluent discharging from the appliance(s) it is serving. 16.2 Fire-Extinguishing Equipment. For fire-extinguishing equipment on downdraft appliance ventilation systems, the following shall apply: - **16.2.1** A listed downdraft appliance ventilation system employing an integral fire-extinguishing system, including detection systems, that has been evaluated for grease and smoke capture, fire extinguishing, and detection shall be considered as complying with Section [**[16.2]**](https://link.nfpa.org/publications/96/2024/chapters/16#ID000960000839). **16.2.2** The downdraft appliance ventilation system shall be provided with interlocks such that the cooking fuel supply will not be activated unless the exhaust and supply air systems have been activated. 16.3 Airflow Switch or Transducer. **16.3.1** An airflow switch or transducer shall be provided after the last filter component to ensure that a minimum airflow is maintained. **16.3.2** The airflow switch or transducer shall open the interlock circuit when the airflow falls 25 percent below the system's normal operating flow or 10 percent below its listed minimum rating, whichever is lower. **16.3.3** The airflow switch or transducer shall be a manual reset device or circuit. 16.4 Surface Materials. Any surface located directly above the cooking appliance shall be of noncombustible or limited-combustible materials.
