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M1w Bulletin 1 3oK
M odel F1FR
Model F1FR Recessed
• Quick Response ii
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Model Fl FR Sprinkler Types
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Standard:Upriclnt ' •"
Standard Pendent l+
Conventional
Vertic dewE l � ,
Horizontal Sidewall
— HSVV 1 Deflector
Model F1 FR Recessed Sprinkler Types Upright Pendent
Recessed Pendent
Recessed Horizontal Sidewall ...4,--1_-, ,; :.. _.
— HSW 1 Deflector __ -
Product Dcriptnon _T
Reliable Mode
Is Fl FR and Fl FR Recessed Sprinklers are - - 4 -
quick response sprin <.lers which combine the durability of a
standard sprinkler with the attractive low profile of a decora- Vertical Sidewau Conventional
five sprinkler.
The Models F1FR and F1FR Recessed automatic sprin-
klers utilize a 3.0 mm rrangible glass bulb. These sprinklers
have demonstrated response times in laboratory tests which
are five to ten times taster than standard response sprin- -- - y - ,...
klers. This quick response enables the Model F1FR and .`` • •
F1FR Recessed sprinklers to apply water to a fire much - • • • .
faster than standard r prinklers of the same temperature rat- -,y- I . joy e : • • : _ c
� The glass :bulb consists of an accurately controlled • • . . •
amount of spacial fli; id hermetically sealed inside a pre- • • •. • •
• cisely manufactured glass capsule. This glass bulb is spe- • •
cially constructed to provide fast thermal response. h Horizontal Sidewall • • RSg Pendent • • •
balance of parts are made of brass, copper and beryllium HSw 1 Deflector
nickel. • • • • •
At normal temperat res, the glass bulb contains the fluid Apptiieation used fire protec;
in both the liquid anc vapor phases. The vapor phase can G l ick esponse sprink QrSs'3f�
be seen as a .mall bubble. As heat is applied, the liquid ex ton mss: Wet, Dry, Deluge or PrecletiPm care cx
pands, forcinct the buoble smaller and smaller as the liquid exercised that the orifice size, temperaturerabn9 de
p re rinkler type are in accordance with the latest
ressure increases. �,ontinued heating forces the liquid to �e and sp
push out against the bulb, causing the glass to shatter, published standards the National Fire Protection Asso-
Having Jurisdiction.
opening the waterway and allowing the deflector to distrib- the approving
ute the discharging water. Quick response sprinklers are intended for installation as
The temperature ruing of the sprinkler is identified by the specified in NFPA 13. Quick response sprinklers r and stan-
installation
color of the glass bulb. dard response sprinklers should not be intermixed.
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The Reliable Automatic Sprirdder
Co., Inc. 525 North MacQuesten Parkway, Mount Vernon, New York 10552
Wodel F1FR QLlick Response Upright, Pen & Conventional Sprinklers
• ' Installation! Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench .
Installation Data
SprInider Type "K" Factor SprUtlder Identlflcalion
Standarc Upright (SSU) and Pendent (SSP) 113 IdeUlc N
Detectors 11Aaf t d to indicate Position SS11 SSP
%° 15mm Standard Orific 2 with Y° NPT (RYA) Thread 5.62 81.0 2.2° (56mm) 12,3,4,5.6,7 83625 R3615
' %s2" 20mm Large Orifice with 3; NPT (R34)Thread 8.0 115.3 23 (5(3rrm) 1,2,3,4.7,8 _ R3622 R3612
%" (17mm) Smal Orifice weh X NPT (RY) Thread (1) 4.24 61.0 254" (65mm) 1,2,8 R3623 R3613
3e (10mrn)Smalt Orifice u►ith / "NPT (RY)Threadt i t , 2.82 40.6 254 "(65nm) 12,8 83621 R3611
10mm Orifice XLH with 1131. 4.10 59.1 56.1mm 4,6,7 83624 83614
Conventional-Install in Upri e ht or Pendent Position
10nvn Orifice XLH with R% Thread 4.10 59.1 56.1mm - R3674
15mm Standard Orifice with ' /z NPT (R%) Thread 5.6 81.0 56.1mm 4,6,7 R3675
20mm - • e Orifice with 14' NPT (RN 8.0 115.3 58.4mm 4.7 R3672
"' Identified by g. pintle extending beyond the deflector.
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Upright Pendent Upright (1) Conventional
Model F1FR Quick Response Recessed Pendent Sprinkler
Installation Wrench: Model RC1 Sprinkler Wrench •
Installation Data: •
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Nominal Thread "K" Factor Sprinkler Approyalt � • Spbnkle; identification
Orifice : Size US ' Metric Height Organiaacbne• • NUMiber (SIN) .....
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/,,° ( 15mm) z" NPT (R'h) 5.62 81.0 2.2" (56mm) 1,2,3,4,5,7 f3 : • • • • j13615 •
1 %s2" (20mm) _ t ∎" NPT (F1 8.0 115.3 2.3" (58mm) 12,3 • • ' : • • A�3612 cinrinr
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'/,e" tit (11 mm) ! NPT (R1/2) 4.24 _ 61.0 2.54" (65mm) 1,2,8 . • • r613
3B"tit(10mm : °NPT(RY2 2.82 , 40.6 2.54 "(65mm) 1,2,8 - •-.•.. • R3611
10mm 1'Y8 4.10 59.1 .56.1mm , .4,7 •••..• •R3614 • •CET%
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t Identified by a ointle ex ending beyond the deflector. - •••• • • • • • •
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t2) Refer to escutcheon da a table for approvals and dimensions. • • • ::.
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Model Fl FR Quick Response Vertical Sidewall Sprinkler
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench
• Installation Position: Upright or Pendent
Approval Type: Light Hazard Occupancy
Installation Data: -
"K" Factor Approval Sprirt9der Idert<Bication
Nominal Orifice Thread Size Sprinkler Height Organi Number (SIN)
US Metric
1" 1 k" NPT (R'h) 5.62 81.0 2.2" (56mm) 1, 2, 3, 6, 8 _
R3685
15mm 1/2" NPT (Rh) 5.62 81.0 2.2" (56mm) 4 (1)
(1) LPC Approval is Pendent only.
Deflector to Ceiling
_4: _ r7 - _ Orientation Dimension (Ain. - Max.)
Upright 4" -12" (102mm - 305mm) __
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' Pendent 6" - 12" (152mm - 305mm)
Vertical Sidewall
Model Fl FR Quick Response Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler
Deflector: HSW 1
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench •
Installation Data: • •
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— Approval Organizations ; • $pAykler • • •
"K" Factor and Type of PPOreell . •ldeatHicatlon
Nominal Thread Sprinkler Light •Orcinary I' TIN)
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Orifice Size US Metric Length Hazard • � OO • • _
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1,2,3,5,8 •• • .
%" (15mm) '' /z" NPT(R' /2) 5.62 81.0 2.63" (67mm) 11.5 • X635 • • • •
NOTE: UL and ULC Listing permits use with F1 or F2 recessed escutcheon. • •
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' • • If llattlon • Maintenance
Quick response sprinklers are intended for installation The Models F1FR and F1FR Recessed Sprinklers
as specified in NFPA 13. Quick.response sprinklers and should be inspected quarterly and the sprinkler system
standard response spr nklers should not be intermixed. maintained in accordance with NFPA 25. Do not clean ,-
The Model F1FR Recessed Quick Response Sprinklers sprinklers with soap and water, ammonia or any other
are to be installed as shown. The Model or F2 Escutch- cleaning fluids. Remove dust by using a soft brush or gen-
eons illustrated are the only recessed escutcheons to be tie vacuuming. Remove any sprinkler which has been
used with the Model Fl FR Sprinklers. The use of any other painted (other than factory applied) or damaged in any
recessed escutcheon VII void all approvals and negate all way. A stock of spare sprinklers should be maintained to
warranties allow quick replacement of damaged or operated sprin-
When installing Model Fl FR Sprinklers, use the Model D klers. Prior to installation, sprinklers should be maintained
Sprinkler Wrench. When installing Model F1 FR Recessed in the original cartons and packaging until used to mini- i
Sidewall Sprinklers, use the Model GFR1 Sprinkler mize the potential for damage to sprinklers that would
Wrench. Use the Model RC1 Wrench for installing F1FR cause improper operation or non - operation.
Recessed Pendant Sprinklers. Any other type of wrench
may damage these sprinklers.
Approval Organizatif:ns Sprinkler Types
1. Underwriters .Laboratories, Inc. Standard Upright
2. Underwriters' Labora:ories of Canada • Standard Pendent
3. Factory Mutual Research Corporation Conventional
4. Loss Prevention Council Sidewall (Vertical, Horizontal HSW1)
5. NYC BS&A No. 587-75-SA Recessed Pendent
6. Meets MIL- S-901C and MIL -STD 167 -1 Recessed Horizontal Sidewall HSW1
7. Verband der Schadenversicherer t,1 w
8. NYC MEA 258 -93-E Finishes
ULl Listing Category standard Finishes
Sprinklers, Automatic & Open Sprinkler Escutcheon
Quick Response Sprinkier Bronze Brass
ULI Guide Number Chrome Plated Chrome Plated
VN IV White Polyester Coated White Painted
Temperature Ratings
Special Application Finishes
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lire 9 Sprinkler Escutcheon ;
Sprinkler Max. Ambient Bulb Bright Brass • Bright Brass
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Classification .r lure d Black Plated
Temp. Color Black Plate
°C - °F Black Paint Black Paint
Ordinary 57 -35 100°F (38°C) Orange Off White Off White
Ordinary 68 'S5 icxy'F(38°C) Red
Intermediate 79 75 150°F(66°C) Yellau Satin Chrome Satin Chrome
Intermediate 93 2000 • 150°F(66°C) Green High CI) '141 286 2(107°C) Blue t Other finishes and colors are available on s order. • •
Consult the factory for det aitli • • • • •••••
(1 Not available for recessed Sprinklers. (2) FM Approval is limited to bronze and brags + chrome or bf%'R 11
Escutcheon Data
plated finishes only. • • • • • •
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t= eoBOft Ordering Information' •
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Escutdieon
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Appro a�)ustmtentukleon t Specify: Sprikler odel •" • ' • • • • • • •
model • •
V" Ye -1XO" 2. Sprinkler Type • • •
Fl 1,2,4 :19mm) (19mm) , (5mm -24mm) • 3. Orifice Size • •
• — 4, Deflector Type •
%" 1" KB " - ' %B 5. T Rating . . • •• • •
F2 1,2,3,4,:1,7,8 13mm (25mm) (5nvn 24mm) •' • • •
( ) 6. Sprinkler Finish •
7. Escutcheon Type •••• •
8. Escutcheon Finish (where applicapta) • • • • •
Note: When Model F1FR Recessed Sprinklers•are
ordered, the sprinklers and escutcheons are packaged
separately.
The equipment presented in this bt. Iletin is to be installed in accordance with the latest pertinent 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. .
Products manufactured and distribt tad by Reliable have been protecting life and property for over 80 years. and are installed and serviced by the most highly qualified and reputa-
ble sprinkler contractors .orated th •oughout the United States, Canada and foreign countries.
Manufactured by •
The Reliable Automatic SpiiNder Co., MC. ® P
ajtild (800)431-1588 Sales
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(91468 - 3470 Corporate Offices
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