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Concealed Sprinkler With a �
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1. Push -on /Thread -off cover plate attachment ; x,14 ,, f i t • * - :
with y" (13mm) assembly adjustment. ;:;, *v..7',..-,,, r r °` �'° `.
2. Smooth aesthetic ceiling profile. ;,,,,--.• : ' }
3. Factory installed protective cap. • - ' ;,
4. Available in brass, chrome or black , • ; -• •-•i=�.,
plated and white painted finishes. ,
5. Ordinary temperature rating. =` ,
Approvals & Listings . ,
1. UndeMmte rs Labortories, Inc. (UL)-
Quick ick The Model G4A Concealer® is designed for use where aes-
2. Underwriters Laboratories of Canada (ULC)- thetic appearance is important Offices, hospitals, motels and
Quick Response restaurants are but a few of the applications where it can be
3. Factory Mutual Research Corp. (FM)- used. It is available in different orifice sizes allowing the de-
signer to optimize system performance, thereby achieving a
Standard Respcnse very efficient installation.
• Light Hazard articies- The Model G4A Concealer® is a UL Listed Quick Response
No Limitations Concealed sprinkler intended for use in accordance with NFPA
• Hazard 13. FM Approves this sprinkler as a standard response con -
coaled sprinkler intended for use in accordance with FM Loss
1 & 2 Wet Systems Only Groups Prevention Data Sheet 2-8N.
4. NYC MEA 258-93 -E - Quick Response
Product Description
The Reliable Model G4A Concealer a proven quick re-
U.S. Patent number 4,880,063. sponse fusible element in a standard style sprinkler frame with a
drop -down deflector. This assembly is recessed into the ceiling
Application and concealed by a flat push-on/thread-off cover plate
PP assembly. The push-on/thread-off cover plate assembly and
The Reliable Model G4A sprinkler cup assemblies are held tight by a flexible tooth en-
Concealer"' is the most versatile gagement to the threaded cup. This threaded engagement
quick response concealed sprin- provides' /z" (13mm) of cover adjustment The flat cover plate is
kler available. It provides the best - attached to the skirt using 135 °F (57°C) ordinary temperature
form of fire protection while offer- - classication solder, forming the Push-0NThread-off cover plate
ing an attractive appearance and i assembly.
'/z" (13mm) of cover adjustment i ` - When the ceiling temperature rises, the solder holding the flat
for ease of installation. The small ' - . , ..., , cover plate melts, the flat cover plate released thus exposing
diameter push -on /thread -off the sprinkler inside to the rising ambient temperature.
cover plate assembly is easily at- • - The subsequent fusing of the element opens the waterway
tacked and blends into the ceiling, ' and causes the deflector to distribute the water. Any secure en-
concealing the most dependable gagement between the cover plate and cup will assure that the
fire protection available, an auto- drop -down deflector is properly located below the ceiling.
matic sprinkler system.
The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. , 525 North MacQuesten Parkway, Mount Vernon , New York, 10552
Installation Ordering Information .
Do not install the G4A Concealer in ceilings which have posi- 1. Sprinkler Model '
odel a
tive pressure in the space above. 2. Nominal Orifice ..:---..7 i
• Cut a 2 8 inch (67mm) diameter hole in the ceding, the spin- 3. Rat Cover Plate
kler is easily installed with the Model G4 Wrench. The Assembly Rnish
wrench has drive tangs which insert into the cup slots. 4. Inlet Type
!VII li
When installing a sprinkler the wrench is first positioned into
the sprinkler/cup assembly until the wrench tangs engage t,) 1
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the drive slots in the �p of the cup (there are two sets of - - Cover Plate Finishes f ..,
drive slots in the cup). The spe pipe fitting. Is then tightened into
the . St Finishes '�
the sprinkler c -
When inserting or removing the wrench from up assembly, care should be taken to prevent Bronze — 1 1 —
damage to the sprinkler DO NOT WRENCH ON ANY Chrome
OTHER PART OF THE SPRINKLER/CUP ASSEMBLY. Rnal White Paint (2) Model G4 Sprinkler
adjustment of the cover is made by hand turning the cover Wrench
in the clockwise direction until it is tight against the ceding. Special Application
A protective cap is provided to protect the drop -down sprinkler Finishes UL Listing Category
deflector from damage which could occur during construction Bright Brass
before the cover plate is installed. The cap is factory installed in- Black Plating Spers, Automatic and
side the sprinkler cup. Remove cap to install sprinkler, then Black Paint p
re- install cap until the cover plate is installed. Off White(2) Quick Response Sprinkler
Maintenance Satin Chrome UL Guide Number
The Model G4A Concealer should be inspected quarterly (" Other finishes and colors are VNIV
and the sprinkler system maintained in accordance with NFPA tvoarm� ��to tor
25. Do not clean sprinklers with soap and water, ammonia or any ar FM Approval of the painted finish
other cleaning fluids. Remove any sprinkler that has been is t o w ea finishes
painted (other than factory applied) or damaged in any way. A l3\A A_ pl ed.
stock of spare sprinklers should be maintained to allow quick re-
placement of damaged or operated sprinklers. Prior to installa- Temperature Rating
lion, sprinklers should be maintained in the original cartons and Classification Sprinkler Cover Max. Ambient
packaging to minimime the potential for damage to sprinklers that date Temp.
would cause improper operation or non-operation. Ordinary 165°F/74°C 135°F/57 °C 100°F/38 °C
Technical Data Sprinkler
Sprinkler Inlet
Total N Nominal K Factor . Apps Identit atIon (SIN)
_ Adjustment Orifice US Metric
1 Non Adjustable 1 h" (13mm) Ye (15mm) 5.6 80 1 h" NPT (R1/2) 1,2,3,4 R5415
Non Adjustable 1/2" (13mm) 7 1 e " (11mm) 4.2 60 1 12 "NPT (FM) 1,2,4 R5413
Non Adjustable 1 h" (13mm) %" (10mm) 2.8 40 1/2 "NPT (R1/2) 1,2,3,4 R5411
Adjustable 1Ye (38mm) 1/2" (15mm) 5.6 80 1" NPT Male or Female 1,2,4 R5418
Adjustable 1 (38mm) ;{,," (11mm) 4.2 60 1" NPT Male or Female 1,2,4 R5413
Adjustable 1 (38mm) X" (10mm) 2.8 40 1" NPT Male or Female 1,2,4 R5412
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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
Products manufactured and distributed by Reliable have been protecting life and property for over 80 years, and are installed and serviced by the most highly qualified
and reputable sprinkler contractors located throughout the United States, Canada and foreign countries
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