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The Reliable Model G Automatic Sprinkler utilizes the oti,or-*4:
center strut solder in compression principle of construc-
tion. The fusible alloy is captured in the cylinder of the r� MIA
solder capsule by a stainless steel ball. When the fusible
alloy melts, the ball moves into the cylinder allowing the 4 ''
cylinder to fall away from the sprinkler.When this happens, • ..... i`
the lever is released to spring free from the sprinkler so =*'_.
that all of the operating parts clear from the waterway al- it _ "
lowing the deflector to distribute the discharging water.
Except for the parts in the cylinder as mentioned above, Upright Pendent
the sprinkler components are made from copper based
alloys for maximum corrosion protection. Lead plated,wax
coated or wax over lead plated sprinklers are available for - ,„ Dale,',
specially severe environments. Chrome plated sprinklers ' •, i/:\
are available for decorative purposes. ►,)
All sprinklers are individually hydrostatically tested. All um\ 1 ey
sprinklers are identified as to their fusing point by mark •'
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ings that appear on several of the operating parts and by - '
an identifying color that appears on the frame. t,
rb.411,Sprinkler Types a
Standard Upright-This deflector configuration is normal-
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ly used with exposed piping installations. Water is distrib Small Orifice Upright Conventional
uted laterally and downward in a wide pattern approximat-
ing a hemisphere which is completely and uniformly filled
with water in the form of small drops or spray.
Standard Pendent-This deflector configuration is nor- Application and Installation
mally used where the space above the piping is limited Standard sprinklers are used in fixed fire protection sys-
or where a concealed piping installation is employed. tems: Wet, Dry, Deluge or Preaction. Care must be exer-
The discharge characteristics of the standard pendent cised that the orifice sizes, temperature ratings, deflector
are virtually identical to the standard upright as de- styles and sprinkler spacings are in accordance with the
scribed above. latest published standards of the National Fire Protection
Association or the approving authority having jurisdiction.
Large and Small Orifice -By varying the orifice size, a The sprinklers must be installed with the Reliable Model
large or small orifice sprinkler is created that will distrib- W2 Sprinkler Wrench. Any other type of wrench may dam-
ute as much as 40% more water or 65% less water than age the sprinkler.
the normal '/2" (15mm) orifice sprinkler. The approvals or listings of Reliable Automatic Sprin-
klers by major approving organizations are shown in the
Conventional -This deflector configuration is used pri- tabulated list provided on the back of this bulletin.
marily in those countries where the LPC installation rules
have precedence. The sprinkler is designed to distribute
a portion of its water discharge upward against the ceil RECFNED
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ing with the balance downward. It may be installed in
either the upright or the pendent position. Sprinklers with OCT 2 8 2020
conventional deflectors are available with orifice sizes
corresponding to light, ordinary and extra-high hazard CITY OF TIGARD
installations. BUILDING DIVISION
Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc., 103 Fairview Park Drive, Elmsford, New York 10523
Technical Data
"K"Factor Sprinkler Sprinkler Identification Number
Sprinkler Type Height Approvals (SIN)
US Metric SSU SSP
Standard-Upright(SSU)and Pendent(SSP)
Deflectors Marked to Indicate Position
72"(15 mm)Standard Orifice with 1/2"NPT(R'/2)Thread 5.62 81.0 2 7/8"(73 mm) 1,2,3,4,5,6 R1025 R1015
7/18"(11 mm)Small Orifice with 1/2"NPT(R'/2)Thread 4.24 61.0 2'A"(73 mm) 1 R1023 R1013
3/8"(10 mm)Small Orifice with 1/2"NPT(R'/2)Thread 2.82 40.6 2 1/8"(73 mm) 1,2, R1021 R1011
5/1s"(8 mm)Small Orifice with 1/2"NPT(R1/2)Thread 1.98 28.5 2 7/8"(73 mm) 1,5 R1022 R1012
77/32"(20 mm)Large Orifice with 1/2"NPT(R1/2)Thread 7.96 114.7 2 7/8"(73 mm) 1,2, R1026 R1016
17/32"(20 mm)Large Orifice with 3/4"NPT(R3/4)Thread 8.20 118.2 2 15/16°(75 mm) 1,2, R1027 R1017
20 mm XHH with 20 mm Thread 8.20 118.2 75.4 mm 3,4, R1027 R1017
10 mm XLH with 10 mm Thread 4.10 59.1 73 mm 3,4, R1024 R1014
Conventional—Installed in Upright or Pendent Position
10mm XLH with l0mm Thread 4.10 59.1 73 mm 4 R1074
15mm Standard Orifice with(R1/2) Thread 5.62 81.0 73 mm 3,4,6 R1075
20mm XHH with(R3/4)Thread 8.20 118.2 75.4 mm 3,4 R1077
Temperature Ratings
Sprinkler Maximum Maintenance
Classification Rating Ambient Frame'1) Model G Sprinklers should be inspected and the sprinkler
Temperature Color system maintained in accordance with NFPA 25. Do not clean
°F °C °F °C sprinklers with soap and water, ammonia or any other clean-
Ordinary 135 57 100 38 Black
Ordinary 165 74 100 38 Uncolored ing fluids. Remove any sprinkler that has been painted (other
Intermediate 212 100 150 66 White than factory applied)or damaged in any way.A stock of spare
High 286 141 225 107 Blue sprinklers should be maintained to allow quick replacement of
11 Frame color does not apply to painted or plated sprinklers damaged or operated sprinklers. Prior to installation,sprinklers
-Use sprinkler rating as identified on operating parts.
Finishes toshould be maintained in the original cartons and packaging un-
til used to minimize the potential for damage to sprinklers that
Standard Finishes would cause improper operation or non-operation.Use only the
Bronze —All Temperature Ratings Model W2 Sprinkler Wrench for sprinkler removal and installa-Chrome —All Temperature Ratings p p
White j21 —All Temperature Ratings tion.Any other type of wrench may damage the sprinkler.
Only Frame and Deflector are Painted Approval Organizations
Special Application Finishes 1. Underwriters Laboratories,Inc.and UL Certified for Can-
Bright Brass Plated —Only frame,deflector and cap are plated.135°F ada(cULus).
(57°C),165°F(74°C),212°F(100°C)Temp.Rating. 2. FactoryMutual Research Corporation
Plated —Only frame,deflector and cap are plated.All
Polyester Coated'21a31 Temp.Ratings. 3. Loss Prevention Council
Lead Plated —Only frame and deflector are coated. 4. Pleniere Assemblee
Wax-Coated'31 —165°F(74°C),212°F(100°C)and 286°F(141°C) 5. N.Y.C. BS&A No.587-75-SA or
Wax-Coated Over Temp.Ratings.
Lead Plated 131 —165°F(74°C)Clear Wax,212°F(100°C) Brown N.Y.C. MEA 258-93-E
Wax. 6. CE Certificate: 1438-CPD-0054(R1015)
1438-CPD-0053(R 1025)
—165°F(74°C)Clear Wax,212°F(100°C) Brown 1438-CPD-0052(R1075)
Wax.
1 Other colors and finishes are available.Consult factory for details. 1438 CPD 0056(R1077)
{2) UL listed and NYC MEA Approved only. Ordering Information
'31 212°F(100°C)brown wax may be used on 286°F(141°C) Specify:
sprinklers when maximum ambient temperatures do not exceed 150°F 1. Model G
(66°C).UL Listed,FM Approved,NYC MEA 258-93-E. 2. Deflector
'4' FM Approved for R1027 only. • Upright
• Pendent
• Conventional
3. Nominal Orifice
4. Inlet Thread
5. Temperature Rating
6. Finish
The equipment presented in this bulletin is to be installed in accordance with the latest published Standards of the National Fire Protection Association,Factory
Mutual Research Corporation,or other similar organizations and also with the provisions of governmental codes or ordinances whenever applicable.
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