Specifications 9 Gela4 , 4. kw Ka& 134 Vico Fire & Building
Products
Technical Services: Tel: (800) 381 -9312 / Fax: (800) 791 -5500
Series RFII — 5.6 K- factor
"Royal Flush II" Pendent Concealed Sprinklers
Quick & Standard Response, Standard Coverage
General Cap. The Protective Cap is temporarily
removed for installation, and then it
can be replaced to help protect the idlik
Description sprinkler while the ceiling is being in-
stalled or finished. The tip of the Pro -
The Series RFII Quick Response tective Cap can also be used to mark
(3 mm bulb) & Standard Response (5 the center of the ceiling hole into plas-
mm bulb), 5.6 K- Factor, "Royal Flush ter board, ceiling tiles, etc. by gently '
II" Concealed Pendent Sprinklers are pushing the ceiling product against the
decorative sprinklers featuring a flat Protective Cap. When the ceiling in- ��
cover plate designed to conceal the stallation is complete the Protective
sprinkler. It is the best choice for archi- Cap is removed and the Cover Plate
tecturally sensitive areas such as hotel Assembly installed.
lobbies, office buildings, churches, As an option, the Series RFII Standard
and restaurants. Response (5 mm bulb) "Royal Flush II"
Each unit includes a Cover Plate As- Concealed Pendent Sprinklers may be
sembly that conceals the sprinkler op- fitted with a silicone Air and Dust Seal UL, C -UL, and NYC. Maximum 175
erating components above the ceiling. (Ref. Fig. 5). The Air and Dust Seal is psi (12,1 bar) by FM.
The separable two -piece design of the intended for sensitive areas where it is
Cover Plate and Support Cup Assem- desirable to stop air and dust travel Technical
blies allows installation of the sprin- through the cover plate from the area
klers and pressure testing of the fire above the ceiling. Data
protection system prior to installation WARNINGS
of a suspended ceiling or application The Series RFII Concealed Pendent Approvals for Series RFII
of the finish coating to a fixed ceiling. Sprinklers described herein must be UL and C -UL Listed. FM Approved.
They also permit removal of sus- installed and maintained in compli- NYC under MEA 353 -01 -E. LPCB Ref.
pended ceiling panels for access to p
building service equipment without ante with this document, as well as No. 094a/09 for TY3551 & 094a/10 for
having to first shut down the fire pro wi the applicable standards of the TY3531) Approved.
hav system and remove sprinklers. Nat Fire Protection Association, The approvals apply only to the serv-
Also, the separable two-piece design in addition to the standards of any ice conditions indicated in the Design
o
f the the Sprinkler wo pi other authorities having jurisdiction. Criteria section and maximum pres-
inch e th mm) of vertical provides for design for adjustment, 2 Failure to do so may impair the per- sure ratings indicated in the
formance of these devices. Model/Sprinkler Identification Num-
to reduce the accuracy to which the res The owner is onsible for maintain- bers section.
length of fixed pipe drops to the sprin- p
klers must be cut. ing their fire protection system and de- Approvals for Air & Dust Seal
vices in proper operating condition. Part #10908100
The Series RFII Sprinklers are The installing contractor or sprinkler U L and C -UL Li for use with the
shipped with a Disposable Protective manufacturer should be contacted RFII (TY3551 & TY3504) Standard Re-
with any questions. sponse Concealed Sprinkler.
IMPORTANT Temperature Ratings
Always refer to Technical Data Model /Sprinkler 155F/68C Sprinkler - 135F/57C Plate
Sheet TFP700 for the "INSTALLER 200F/93C Sprinkler - 165F/74C Plate
WARNING" that provides cautions Identification Discharge Coeffigient
with respect to handling and instal- Nu mbers K = 5.6 GPM /psi (80,6 LPM /bar
lation of sprinkler systems and com Adjustment
ponents. Improper handling and in- 1/2 inch (12,7 mm)
stallation can permanently damage TY3551 (5mm bulb) & TY3531 (3 mm Finishes
a sprinkler system or its compo- bulb): maximum 175 psi (12,1 bar) by Cover Plate: Chrome Plated, Brass
nents and cause the sprinkler to fail UL, C -UL, FM, LPCB and NYC.
to operate in a fire situation or cause TY3504 (5 mm bulb) & TY3505 (3 mm Plated, or White Painted (Custom paint
it to operate prematurely. bulb): maximum 250 psi (17,3 bar) by matches and colors other than white
are available on request.)
Page 1 of 4 JULY, 2004 TFP181
Page 2 of 4 4FP1 g1
Physical Characteristics 1/2' NPT F r. SEALING
Frame Bronze , ASSEMBLY
Support Cup . Chrome Plated Steel
Guide Pins Stainless Steel `
�� i
Deflector Bronze FRAME j ■ l a_,
Compression Screw Brass r kn4_ I CAP
Bulb Glass . �
Cap Bronze or Copper SUPPORT ■
Sealing Assembly CUP WITH r BULB
Beryllium Nickel w/Teflon* ROLL FORMED 1 Cover Plate Brass THREADS 1 _ a 111 11 1 111 11 k iri i
Retainer Brass COMPRESSION
Ejection Spring .... Stainless Steel ; ,, —.
SCREW
GUIDE i m i , r
X11 r A
Patents PINS (2) �I / / g - I�
U.S.A. 4,014,388
DEFLECTOR
/ . (DROPPED
Operation DEFLECTOR i r % POSITION)
G- i
When exposed to heat from a fire, the i SPRINKLER/SUPPORT CUP
Cover Plate, which is normally sol- ASSEMBLY
dered to the Retainer at three points,
falls away to expose the Sprinkler As- THREAD INTO I RETAINER
sembly. At this point the Deflector sup- SUPPORT CUP J O WITH THREAD
ported by the Guide Pins drops down UNTIL MOUNTING 0 )
DIMPLES
P Y d
P SURFACE IS
to its operational position. FLUSH WITH EJECTION
The glass Bulb contains a fluid that CEILING SPRING
expands when exposed to heat. When
the rated temperature is reached, the
fluid expands sufficiently to shatter theme i.-17.
glass Bulb, activating the sprinkler and
allowing water to flow. SOLDER COVER
TABS (3) COVER PLATE/RETAINER PLATE
Desig ASSEMBLY
FIGURE 1
Criteria SERIES RFII CONCEALED SPRINKLER
ASSEMBLY
The RFII (TY3551 & TY3504), 5 mm
Bulb Type, Concealed Pendent Sprin- Step 1. The sprinkler must only be
klers are UL and C -UL Listed as stand- Installation installed in the pendent position and
and response - standard spray sprin- with the centerline of the sprinkler per -
klers for use in accordance with the The Series RFII must be installed in pendicular to the mounting surface.
current NFPA standard. They are FM accordance with the following instruc- Step 2. R emove the Protective Ca
Approved as standard response - tions: p p'
standard spray sprinklers for use in NOTES Step 3. With pipe thread sealant ap-
accordance with the current FM Loss plied to the pipe threads, hand tighten
Prevention Data Sheets. Do not install any bulb type sprinkler if the sprinkler into the sprinkler fitting.
The RFII (TY3531 & TY3505) 3 mm the bulb is cracked or there is a loss of Step 4. Wrench tighten the sprinkler
Bulb Type, Concealed Pendent 3pn liquid from the bulb. With the sprinkler using only the RFII Sprinkler Wrench
klers are UL and C-UL Listed as quick held horizontally, a small air bubble ( Ref. Figure 3). The RFII Sprinkler
response - standard spray sprinklers
should be present. The air bubble is approximately diameter
l Wrench is to be applied to the Sprin-
y 1 1/16 inch
for use in accordance with the current (1,6 mm) for the 155 °F /68 °C and 3/32 kier as shown in Figure 3.
NFPA standard. They are FM Ap- inch (2,4 mm) for the 200 °F /93 °C tem- Step 5. Replace the Protective Cap
proved as standard response - stand- perature ratings. (Ref. Figure 4) by pushing it upwards
and spray sprinklers for use in accord- A leak tight 1/2 inch NPT sprinkler joint until it bottoms out against the Support
ance with the current FM Loss should be obtained with a torque of 7 Cup. The Protective Cap helps prevent
Prevention Data Sheets. q damage to the Deflector and Arms dur-
- The Series RFII Concealed Pendent to 14 ft.lbs (9,5 to 19,0 Nm). A maxi- i ng ceiling installation and /or during
Sprinklers are only listed and ap- mum of 21 ft.lbs. (28 Nm) of torque application of the finish coating of the
proved with the Series RFII Concealed is to be used to install sprinklers. ceiling. It may also be used to locate
Cover Plates having Se a metallic RFII Conc
or sled Higher levels of torque may distort the the center of the clearance hole by
painted finish. sprinkler inlet with consequent leak- gently pushing the ceiling material up
age or impairment of the sprinkler. against the center oint of the Protec-
The
hel Series RFII
e
RFII must not b used u in Do not attempt to compensate for in- tive Cap. p
above the ceiling is greater than that sufficient adjustment in the Sprinkler under- NOTE
the Sprinkllee r /Supporrt t Cup over -tightening
below. Down drafts through the Sup- Assembly . A remains
Assembly. P
port Cup could delay sprinkler opera- Readjust the position of the sprinkler i lon g as the Protective Ca n place, the system is considered to
tion in a fire situation. fitting to suit. be "Out of Service ".
' Registered Trademark of DuPont
TFP181 Page 3 of 4
FACE OF CLEARANCE HOLE CLEARANCE �.
. r SPRINKLER DIAMETER HOLE
FITTING DIMENSION C
bamtit
' SPRINKLER "
SUPPORT CUP i It ITI iI
\ (
ASSEMBLY .._—
1/2" (12,7 mm) �' I■I ■i
THREADED
D ADJUSTMENT I(
FACE OF CEILING,
RETAINING RING I r FIGURE 4
MOUNTING 4 DISPOSABLE PROTECTIVE CAP
SURFACE 0 - 7
r
\ / I ► Step 6. After the ceiling has been com
_ pleted with the 2 -1/2 inch (63,5 mm)
\r-- 21 '' ta�� diameter clearance hole and in prepa ; Y ration for installing the Cover Plate As
sembly, remove and discard the Pro -
I I
z_r__ - �_r tective Cap, and verify that the
3/16" to 11/16" MANUFACTURER DEFLECTOR COVER PLATE Deflector moves up and down freely. If
(4,8 to 17,5 mm) PRESET GAP IN DROPPED RETAINER the Sprinkler has been damaged and
REFERENCE 3/32" (2,4 mm) POSITION ASSEMBLY the Deflector does not move up and
down freely, replace the entire Sprin-
COVER PLATE COVER PLATE kler assembly. Do not attempt to mod-
- PROFILE DEPTH DIAMETER — ify or repair a damaged sprinkler.
DIMENSION B DIMENSION A Step 7. When installing an Air and
Dust Seal, refer to Figure 5, otherwise
proceed to Step 8. To attach the Air and
A: 3 -1/4" (82,6 mm) C: 2 -3/8" to 2 -5/8" (60,3 to 66,7 mm) Dust Seal, verify the angle of the out -
B: 3/16" (4,8 mm) D: 1 -3/4" to 2 -1/4" (44,5 to 57,2 mm) side edge of the seal is oriented ac-
cording to Figure 5. Start the edge of
FIGURE the Retainer in the grooved slot of the
SERIES RFII CONCEALED SPRINKLER Air and Dust Seal and continue around
INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS the retainer until the entire Air and
Dust Seal is engaged.
NOTE
The Air and Dust Seal is only to be
installed on the periphery of the Re-
,t+ =ll FRAME �l�l:____ tainer.
ARM r Step 8. Screw on the Cover Plate /Re
• tainer Assembly until the Retainer -
1 1 W - _ Figure 2 (or Air and Dust Seal - Figure
SUPPORT l � 5) contacts with the ceiling. Do not
continue to screw on the Cover
CUP ■ ' A_ I Plate /Retainer Assembly such that it
� ���� �-�������� lifts a ceiling panel out of its normal
,... A position. If the Cover Plate /Retainer
I■I �` % Assembly cannot be engaged with the
- -- -- 0 Support Cup or the Cover Plate /Re-
7/8" (23 mm) tainer Assembly cannot be engaged
SQUARE sufficiently to contact the ceiling, the
Sprinkler Fitting must be repositioned.
ALIGN , J
ARROWS WITH \ \ Care and
FRAME ARMS ii IIMI <I Maintenance
ACCEPTS \'- �' The Series RFII must be maintained
�
0 1/2" SOCKET — and serviced in accordance with the
DRIVE following instructions:
NOTES
FIGURE 3 Absence of the Cover Plate Assembly
RFII SPRINKLER WRENCH may delay sprinkler operation in a fire
situation.
Page 4 of 4 TFP181
When properly installed, there is a SUPPORT SPRINKLER FACE OF ORIENT
. nominal 3/32 inch (2,4 mm) air gap CUP CEILING SEAL
between the lip of the Cover Plate and I % BEVEL AS
the ceiling, as shown in Figure 2. This �_�` i COVER �,
j l• SHOWN
air gap is necessary for proper opera ATE G
tion of the sprinkler. If the ceiling is to ` +
) RETAINER
be repainted after the installation of ) ' 9 ASSEMBLY' the Sprinkler, care must be exercised - - � to ensure that the new paint does NOT t _ seal off any of the air gap. /i 'i,
n . A - + CLEAN
Factory painted Cover Plates MUST ��, � ��' ROOM
NOT be repainted. They should be re — LIP OF COVER SEAL
placed, if necessary, by factory RETAINER PLATE
painted units. FIGURE 5
Do not pull the Cover Plate relative to OPTIONAL AIR AND DUST SEAL FOR SERIES RFII (TY3551 & TY3504)
the Enclosure. Separation may result.
Before closinga fire protection system Inspection Service in accordance with DAMAGES, AND IN NO EVENT
main control valve for maintenance local requirements and /or national SHALL TYCO FIRE PRODUCTS' LI-
work on the fire protection system that codes. ABILITY EXCEED AN AMOUNT
it controls, permission to shutdown the EQUAL TO THE SALES PRICE.
affected fire protection system must be THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS
obtained from the proper authorities _ MADE IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL,
and all personnel who may be affected warranty OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR
III
by this action must be notified. y IMPLIED. INCLUDING WARRANTIES
Sprinklers that are found to be leaking OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FIT -
or exhibiting visible signs of corrosion Products manufactured by Tyco Fire NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PUR-
must be replaced. Products are warranted solely to the POSE.
Automatic sprinklers must never be original Buyer for ten (10) years
paint,
Automatic coated must
otherwise be against defects in material and work -
painted,
altered , plated,
leaving the fo oth. rw manship when paid for and properly Ordering
ise
fied sprinklers must be replaced. installed and maintained under normal
Sprinklers that have been exposed to use and service. This warranty will ex- Procedure
or rr
Sprinklers that have
of combustion, but pire ten (10) years from date of ship -
co not operated, should be replaced ment by Tyco Fire Products. No war- When placing an order, indicate the full
ranty is given for products or product name. Contact our local dis-
- if they cannot be completely cleaned components manufactured by compa- tributor for availability. Y
by wiping the sprinkler with a cloth or nies not affiliated by ownership with
by brushing it with a soft bristle brush. Tyco Fire Products or for products and Sprinkler Assembly:
areo must ber x to avoid during, n dam- components which have been subject ap ng) Series RFIpl
a9 the sprinklers g, to misuse, improper installation, corro dent Sprinkler, P/N (specify).
and after installation. Sprinklers dam- sion, or which have not been installed, p ( p Y
aged by dropping, striking, wrench maintained, modified or repaired in ac-
twist/slippage, or the like, must be re- cordance with applicable Standards of
155F/68C z790 - 1 - 2
placed. Also, replace any sprinkler that PP TY3551 51- 796 -1 -155 51-790-1-200
P P Y P the National Fire Protection Associa- TY35o4 51- 796 -1 -155 51- 796 -1 -200
has a cracked bulb or that has lost tion, and /or the standards of any other TY3531 51- 792 -1 -155 51- 792 -1 -200
liquid from its bulb. (Ref. Installation Authorities Having Jurisdiction. Mate - TY3505 51- 797 -1 -155 51- 797.1 -200
Section). rials found by Tyco Fire Products to be
If a sprinkler must be removed, do not defective shall be either repaired or Separately Ordered Cover Plate:
reinstall it or a replacement without replaced, at Tyco Fire Products' sole Specify: (specify temperature rating)
reinstalling the Cover Plate Assembly. option. Tyco Fire Products neither as- Series RFII Concealed Cover Plate
If a Cover Plate Assembly becomes sumes, nor authorizes any person to with (specify finish), P/N (specify).
dislodged during service, replace it im- assume for it, any other obligation in
mediately. connection with the sale of products or 135F/57C(a) 165F/74c•(n)
parts of products. Tyco Fire Products Brass 56- 792 -1 -135 56- 792 -1 -165
P P Y Bright Brass 56- 792 -2 -135 56- 792 -2 -165
The owner is responsible for the in- shall not be responsible for sprinkler Chrome 56- 792 -9 -135 56- 792 -9 -165
spection, testing, and maintenance of system design errors or inaccurate or Brushed Chrome 56- 792 -8 -135 56 -7992 -8 -165
their fire protection system and de- incomplete information supplied by White 56- 792 -3 -135 56- 792 -3 -165
White (RAL9010)• 56- 792 -3 -135 56- 792 -3 -165
vices in compliance with this docu- Buyer or Buyer's representatives. Bright White 56- 792 -4 -135 56- 792 -4 -165
. ment, as well as with the applicable IN NO EVENT SHALL TYCO FIRE Oft White 56- 792 -5 -135 56- 792 -5 -165
standards of the National Fire Protec- PRODUCTS BE LIABLE, IN CON- Clac 56- 792 -6 -135 56- 792 -6 -165
Custom 56-792-X-135 56- 792 -X -165
tion Association (e.g., NFPA 25), in TRACT, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY OR
addition to the standards of any other UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THE- (a) For use with 155F/68C sprinklers.
jurisdiction. The in- (b) For use with 200F/93C eresales sprinklers. only.
• authorities having 1 ORY, FOR INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, Eastern Hemisphere sales only.
stalling contractor or sprinkler manu- SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
facturershouldbecontactedrelativeto DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT Sprinkler Wrench:
any questions. LIMITED TO LABOR CHARGES, RE- Specify: RFII Sprinkler Wrench,
It is recommended that automatic GARDLESS OF WHETHER TYCO P/N 56-000-1-075.
sprinkler systems be inspected, FIRE PRODUCTS WAS INFORMED Air and Dust Seal:
tested, and maintained by a qualified ABOUT THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH Specify: Air and Dust Seal,
P/N 56- 908 -1 -001.
TYCO FIRE PRODUCTS, 451 North Cannon Avenue, Lansdale, Pennsylvania 19446
Vices Fire & Building
Products
Technical Services: Tel: (800) 381 -9312 / Fax: (800) 791 -5500
Series TY -B — 2.8, 5.6, and 8.0 K- factor
Upright, Pendent, and Recessed Pendent Sprinklers
Standard Response, Standard Coverage
General cable approval agencies, the testing is
not representative of all possible cor- �
rosive atmospheres. Consequently, it -- -1
Description is recommended that the end user be'
consulted with respect to the suitability "-•.; ,
The Series TY -B, 2.8, 5.6, and 8.0 of these coatings for any given corro-
and Pendent Sprin- i
K factor, Upright P sive environment. The effects of ambi- [ .ri;z
klers described in this data sheet are ent temperature, concentration of 1
standard response - standard cover- ,- �
P chemicals, and gas /chemical velocity,
age, decorative 5 mm glass bulb type should be considered, as a minimum,
spray sprinklers designed for use in along with the corrosive nature of the
light, ordinary, or extra hazard, corn- chemical to which the sprinklers will be _ — - „
mercial occupancies such as banks, exposed. `� - "
hotels, shopping malls, factories, refin-
eries, chemical plants, etc. An intermediate level version of the
Series TY -B Pendent Sprinkler can be
The recessed version of the Series obtained by utilizing the Series TY -B
TY -B Pendent Sprinkler, where appli- Pendent Sprinkler in combination with
cable, is intended for use in areas with the Model S2 Shield.
. a finished ceiling. It uses a two -piece �
Style 10 (1/2 inch NPT) or Style 40 (3/4 WARNINGS , .� , ~`�
fi
inch NPT) Recessed Escutcheon. The The Series TY-B Sprinklers described
Recessed Escutcheon provides 1/2 herein must be installed and main - {{ G
inch (12,7 mm) of recessed adjust- tained in compliance with this docu- k
ment or up to 3/4 inch (19,1 mm) of ment, as well as with the applicable -
total adjustment from the flush pen- standards of the National Fire Protec-
dent position. The adjustment pro- lion Association, in addition to the '` g
vided by the Recessed Escutcheon re- standards of any other authorities hav-
duces the accuracy to which the fixed ing jurisdiction. Failure to do so may , ,,,,r
pipe drops to the sprinklers must be impair the performance of these de-
cut. vices.
Corrosion resistant coatings, where The owner is responsible for maintain -
applicable, are utilized to extend the ing their fire protection system and de-
life of copper alloy sprinklers beyond vices in proper operating condition.
that which would otherwise be ob- The installing contractor or sprinkler
tained when exposed to corrosive at- manufacturer should be contacted
mospheres. Although corrosion resis- with any questions.
tant coated sprinklers have passed the
standard corrosion tests of the appli— Model/Sprinkler
IMPORTANT Identification
Always refer to Technical Data 'a
Sheet TFP700 for the "INSTALLER Numbers E E
WARNING" that provides cautions m
with respect to handling and instal- TY1151 - Upright 2.8K, 1/2 "NPT 1—
lation of sprinkler systems and corn- TY1251 - Pendent 2.8K, 1l2 "NPT 2
• ponents. Improper handling and in- TY3151 - Upright 5.6K, 1/2 "NPT
stallation can permanently damage TY3251 - Pendent 5.6K, 1/2 "NPT En
a sprinkler system or its compo- TY4151 - Upright 8.0K, 3/4 "NPT x
nents and cause the sprinkler to fail TY4251 - Pendent 8.0K, 314 "NPT a'
to operate in a fire situation or cause TY4851 - Upright 8.0K, 1/2 "NPT a
it to operate prematurely. TY4951 - Pendent 8.0K, 1/2 "NPT o
Page 1 of 8 OCTOBER, 2005 TFP151
Page 2 of 8 TFP151
ESCUTCHEON 7/16" (11,1 mm)
• PLATE SEATING ** NOMINAL SSU
SURFACE NPT MAKE -IN DEFLECTOR
r
i '�i 5
6
2 -1/4" - 2- 3/16"
(57,2 mm) O =11 (55,6 mm) I I 4
� ls , 2
1- 9/16" WRENC � 411 A 3
� (39,7 mm) _ FLATS
II
SSP 7
DEFLECTOR CROSS
PENDENT UPRIGHT SECTION
1 - Frame 3 - Sealing 4 - Bulb 6 - Deflector * Temperature rating is indicated on deflector or adjacent to
2 - Button Assembly 5 - Compression 7 - Bushing orifice seat on frame.
Screw * * Pipe thread connections per ISO 7/1 can be provided on
special request.
FIGURE 1
STANDARD RESPONSE SERIES TY -B UPRIGHT (TY1151) AND PENDENT (TY1251) SPRINKLERS
2.8 K- FACTOR, 1/2 INCH NPT
ESCUTCHEON 7/16" (11,1 mm) STYLE 10
PLATE SEATING ** NOMINAL RECESSED
SURFACE NP MAKE-IN ESCUTCHEON DEFLECTOR
6
i _.—.—
\ —„--_-_—_
7/16" `ar 5
2- 3/16" � � ( 11,1 mm
(55,6 mm) f A�� PEI NOMINAL 4
MAKE -IN li
-A li (38,1 /mm) ` ' TIS 2
(55,6 mm) L I 0 3
l WRENCH Y
1 -.�� r� - -. -.k �-• FLATS = 1
f 1
SSP DEFLECTOR — 2 -7/8" (73,0 mm) DIA. --- 1/2" NPT **
PENDENT RECESSED PENDENT UPRIGHT CROSS SECTION
1 - Frame 3 - Sealing 4 - Bulb 6 - Deflector * Temperature rating is indicated on deflector or adjacent to
2 - Button Assembly 5 - Compression orifice seat on frame.
Screw * * Pipe thread connections per ISO 7/1 can be provided on
special request.
FIGURE 2
STANDARD RESPONSE SERIES TY -B UPRIGHT (TY3151) AND PENDENT (TY3251) SPRINKLERS
5.6 K- FACTOR, 1/2 INCH NPT
TFP151 Page 3 of 8
ESCUTCHEON 1/2" (12,7 mm) STYLE 40
• PLATE SEATING ** NOMINAL RECESSED
SURFACE NP T MAKE-IN ESCUTCHEON DEFLECTOR
6
I
1/2" '° 5
2- 5/16" 11. � (12,7 mm)
(58,7 mm) II MI
I r' 7 1 I i NOMINAL 4
i F �it.- _ MAKE -IN 1
1 9/16" i 1 2-1/4" q _. 1111,31 2
(39,7 mm) iI 4. fr I (57,2 mm) 0 ' �'
1 WRENCH i i FLATS , 3
1
SSP DEFLECTOR - 2 -7/8" (73,0 mm) DIA. -- ' - '1 3/4" NPT **
PENDENT RECESSED PENDENT UPRIGHT CROSS SECTION
1 - Frame 3 - Sealing 4 - Bulb 6 - Deflector * Temperature rating is indicated on deflector or adjacent to
2 - Button Assembly 5 - Compression 7 - Ejection orifice seat on frame.
Screw Spring
** Pipe thread connections per ISO 7/1 can be provided on
special request.
FIGURE 3
STANDARD RESPONSE SERIES TY -B UPRIGHT (TY4151) AND PENDENT (TY4251) SPRINKLERS
8.0 K- FACTOR, 3/4 INCH NPT
ESCUTCHEON 7/16" (11,1 mm)
PLATE SEATING ** NOMINAL SSU *
SURFACE NPT MAKE -IN DEFLECTOR
t •=1 5
2 -1/4" 2- 3/16" � (57,2 mm) /� = �; Ili) (55,6 mm) I I t 4
1 -9/16" WRENCH 4:���
� wi l,„y „
2
(39,7 mm) it* FLATS y
If
SSP 1
DEFLECTOR CROSS
PENDENT UPRIGHT SECTION
1 - Frame 3 - Sealing 4 - Bulb 6 - Deflector * Temperature rating is indicated on deflector or adjacent to
2 - Button Assembly 5 - Compression orifice seat on frame.
Screw * * Pipe thread connections per ISO 7/1 can be provided on
special request.
FIGURE 4
STANDARD RESPONSE SERIES TY -B UPRIGHT (TY4851) AND PENDENT (TY4951) SPRINKLERS
8.0 K- FACTOR, 1/2 INCH NPT
Page 4 of 8 TFP151
SPRINKLER FINISH (See Note 8)
K TYPE TEMP. BULB NATURAL CHROME WHITE*** LEAD WAX WAX OVER
LIQUID BRASS PLATED POLYESTER COATED COATED LEAD COATED
135 °F /57 °C Orange
PENDENT 155 °F /68 °C Red
2.8 (TY1251) 1, 2, 3 N/A
1/2" and 175 °F /79 °C Yellow
NPT UPRIGHT 200 °F /93 °C Green
(TY1151)
286 °F /141 °C Blue
360 °F /182 °C Mauve 1, 2
135 °F /57 °C Orange
PENDENT 155 °F /68 °C Red
(TY3251) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 1, 2, 3, 5 1, 2, 3, 5 1, 2, 3, 5
and 175 °F /79 °C Yellow
UPRIGHT 200 °F /93 °C Green
5 6 (TY3151)
286 °F /141 °C Blue 1°°,2°°, 3 ** 5 ** l I**, 2 ** 3**, 5 **
1/2" -
NPT 360 °F /182 °C Mauve I N/A
135 °F /57 °C Orange
RECESSED 155 °F /68 °C Red
PENDENT 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 1, 2, 4, 5 N/A
(TY3251)* 175 °F /79 °C Yellow
Figure 4 200 °F /93 °C Green
286 °F /141 °C Blue 1, 2
135 °F /57 °C Orange
PENDENT 155 °F /68 °C Red
(TY4251) 1,2,5 1,2,3,5 1,2,5
and 175 °F /79 °C Yellow 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
8.0 UPRIGHT 200 °F /93 °C Green
3/4" (TY4151)
286 °F /141 °C Blue 1 ** 2 ** 3** 5 ** 1 *` 2 *• 5 **
NPT -
360 °F/182 °C Mauve N/A
135 °F /57 °C Orange
RECESSED 155 °F /68 °C Red
PENDENT 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 N/A
(TY4251)* 175 °F /79 °C Yellow
Figure 5 200 °F /93 °C Green
286 °F /141 °C Blue 1, 2
135 °F /57 °C Orange
PENDENT 155 °F /68 °C Red
8.0 (TY4951)
1/2" and 175 °F /79 °C Yellow 1, 2, 3, 5 N/A
NPT UPRIGHT 200 °F /93 °C Green
(TY4851)
286 °F /141 °C Blue
360 °F /182 °C Mauve
NOTES:
1. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL).
2. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc for use in Canada (C -UL).
3. Approved by Factory Mutual Research Corporation (FM).
4 Approved by the Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB Ref. No. 007k/03).
5. Approved by the City of New York under MEA 354 -01 -E.
6. VdS Approved (For details contact Tyco Fire & Building Products, Enschede, Netherlands, Tel. 31- 53-428 -4444 /Fax 31 -53- 428 - 3377).
7. Approved by the Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB Ref. No. 094a/05).
8. Where Polyester Coated, Lead Coated, Wax Coated, and Wax over Lead Coated Sprinklers are noted to be UL and C -UL Listed, the
sprinklers are UL and C -UL Listed as Corrosion Resistant Sprinklers. Where Lead Coated, Wax Coated, and Wax over Lead Coated
Sprinklers are noted to be FM Approved, the sprinklers are FM Approved as Corrosion Resistant Sprinklers.
• Installed with Style 10 (1/2" NPT) or Style 40 (3/4" NPT) 3/4" Total Adjustment Recessed Escutcheon, as applicable.
** 150 °F /66 °C Maximum Ceiling Temperature.
* ** Frame and deflector only. Listings and approvals apply to color (Special Order).
N /A: Not Available
TABLE A, LABORATORY LISTINGS AND APPROVALS
TFP151 Page 5 of 8
2 -7/8" DIA. _ L�
5/8 ±1/4" (73,0 mm) 3/4" (19,1 mm) ,
(15,9±6,4 mm) 2 -1/4" DIA. 1/4" (6,4 mm) WRENCH RECESS
(END "A" USED FOR
FACE OF (57,2 m MOUNTING 1/2" NPT MODELS)
SPRINKLER PLATE
FITTING
1/8" WRENCH RECESS
(3,2 mm) (END "B" USED FOR
3/4" NPT MODELS)
I i H % FIGURE 7
■■•■ W -TYPE 6 SPRINKLER
' } WRENCH
MOUNTING
SURFACE ■
WRENCH
CLOSURE SERIES 1 -1/4" (31,8 mm) RECESS
TY-B 3/4" (19,1 mm)
FIGURE 5
SERIES TY -B RECESSED PENDENT SPRINKLER ASSEMBLY
WITH TWO -PIECE 3/4 INCH TOTAL ADJUSTMENT
STYLE 10 RECESSED ESCUTCHEON
5.6 K- FACTOR, 1/2 INCH NPT
PUSH WRENCH
INTO ENSURE
2 -7/8" DIA. ENGAGEMENT
(73,0 mm) 3/4" (19,1 mm) WITH SPRINKLER
5/8±1/4" WRENCHING AREA
(15,9±6,4 mm) 2 -1/4" DIA. 1/4" (6,4 mm)
(57,2 mm) FIGURE 8
FACE OF MOUNTING W -TYPE 7 RECESSED
SPRINKLER PLATE SPRINKLER WRENCH
FITTING
1/8"
(3,2 mm)
r �>rlll -
MOUNTING 14,
SURFACE
CLOSURE SERIES 1- 5/16" (33,3 mm)
TY-B 13/16" (20,6 mm)
FIGURE 6
SERIES TY -B RECESSED PENDENT SPRINKLER ASSEMBLY
WITH TWO -PIECE 3/4 INCH TOTAL ADJUSTMENT
STYLE 40 RECESSED ESCUTCHEON
8.0 K- FACTOR, 3/4 INCH NPT
Page 6 of 8 TFP151
ing the wax coating. Before wrench
. Technical Installation tightening the sprinkler, the jaws of the
wrench are to be adjusted to just con -
Data The Series TY -B Sprinklers must be tact the sprinkler wrench flats. After
installed in accordance with the follow- wrench tightening the sprinkler, loosen
Approvals ing instructions: the wrench jaws before removing the
UL and C -UL Listed. wrench.
FM, LPCB, VdS, and NYC Approved. NOTES
(Refer to Table A for complete ap- Do not install any bulb type sprinkler if After installation, the sprinkler wrench
proval information including corrosion the bulb is cracked or there is a loss of flats and frame arms must be in
resistant status.) liquid from the bulb. With the sprinkler spected and the wax coating re-
held horizontally, a small air bubble touched (repaired) whenever the coat
Maximum Working Pressure should be present. The diameter of the
ing has been damaged and bare metal
175 psi (12,1 bar) air bubble is approximately 1/16 inch is exposed. The wax coating on the
Discharge Coefficient (1,6 mm) for the 135F/57°C to 3/32 wrench flats can be retouched by gen-
K = 2.8 GPM /psi (40,3 LPM /bar inch (2,4 mm) for the 360F/182°C tly applying a heated 1/8 inch diameter
K = 5.6 GPM /psil (80,6 LPM /bar / temperature ratings. steel rod to the areas of wax that have
K = 8.0 GPM /psi (115,2 LPM /bar1I2) been damaged, to smooth it back over
A leak tight 1/2 inch NPT sprinkler joint areas where bare metal is exposed.
Temperature Ratings should be obtained with a torque of 7
Refer to Table A to 14 ft.lbs. (9,5 to 19,0 Nm). A maxi- NOTES
Finishes mum of 21 ft. lbs. (28,5 Nm) of torque Only retouching of the wax coating ap-
Sprinkler: Reessed Escutcheon: may be used to install sprinklers with plied to the wrench flats and frame
White Coated, Chrome Plated, or 1/2 NPT connections. A leak tight 3/4 arms is permitted, and the retouching
Brass Plated inch NPT sprinkler joint should be ob- is to be performed only at the time of
tained with a torque of 10 to 20 ft.lbs. the initial sprinkler installation.
Physical Characteristics (13,4 to 26,8 Nm). A maximum of 30
Frame Bronze ft.lbs. (40,7 Nm) of torque is to be used The steel rod should be heated only to
Button Brass /Copper to install sprinklers with 3/4 NPT con- the point at which it can begin to melt
Sealing Assembly nections. Higher levels of torque may the wax, and appropriate precautions
Beryllium Nickel w /Teflont distort the sprinkler inlet and cause need to be taken, when handling the
Bulb Glass leakage or impairment of the sprinkler. heated rod, in order to prevent the
Compression Screw Bronze installer from being burned.
Deflector Co Do not attempt to make -u for insuffi-
Copper cient adjustment in the escutcheon If attempts to retouch the wax coating
Bushing (K =2.8) Bronze plate by under- or over-tightening the with complete coverage are unsuc-
sprinkler. Readjust the position of the cessful, additional wax can be ordered
sprinkler fitting to suit. in the form of a wax stick (the end of
which is color coded). Only the correct
Operation
The Series TY - Pendent and Up - color coded wax is to be used, and
The glass Bulb contains a fluid which right Sprinklers must be installed in retouching of wrench flats and frame
accordance with the following instruc- arms is only permitted at the time of
expands when exposed to heat. When tions. initial sprinkler installation. With the
the rated temperature is reached, the steel rod heated as previously de-
fluid expands sufficiently to shatter the Step 1. Pendent sprinklers are to be p y
glass Bulb, allowing the sprinkler to installed in the pendent position, and scribed, touch the rod to the area re-
activate and water to flow. upright sprinklers are to be installed in quiring additional wax with the rod an-
the upright position. gled downward, and then touch the
wax stick to the rod approximately
Design Step 2. With pipe thread sealant ap- one -half inch away from the area re-
/'s plied to the pipe threads, hand tighten quiring retouching. The wax will melt
C riteria the sprinkler into the sprinkler fitting. and run down onto the sprinkler.
Step 3. Tighten the sprinkler into the
The Series TY -B Pendent and Upright sprinkler fitting using only the W -Type The Series TY - Recessed Pendent
Sprinklers are intended for fire protec- 6 Sprinkler Wrench (Ref. Figure 7), Sprinklers must be installed in ac-
tion systems designed in accordance except that an 8 or 10 inch adjustable cordance with the following instruc- '
with the standard installation rules rec- Crescent wrench is to be used for wax tions.
ognized by the applicable Listing or coated sprinklers. With reference to
Approval agency (e.g., UL Listing is Figures 1, 2, 3, and 4 the W -Type 7 Step A. After installing the Style 10 or
based on the requirements of NFPA Sprinkler Wrench or the adjustable 40 Mounting Plate, as applicable, over
13, and FM Approval is based on the Crescent wrench, as applicable is to the sprinkler threads and with pipe
requirements of FM's Loss Prevention be applied to the wrench flats. thread sealant applied to the pipe
Data Sheets). Only the Style 10 or 40 threads, hand tighten the sprinkler into
Recessed Escutcheon, as applicable, When installing wax coated sprinklers the sprinkler fitting.
is to be used for recessed pendent with the adjustable Crescent wrench,
additional care needs to be exercised Step B. Tighten the sprinkler into the
• installations. to prevent damage to the wax coating sprinkler fitting using only the W -Type
on the sprinkler wrench flats or frame 7 Recessed Sprinkler Wrench (Ref.
arms and, consequently, exposure of Figure 8). With reference to Figure 3
bare metal to the corrosive environ or 4, the W -Type 7 Recessed Sprinkler
ment. The jaws of the wrench should Wrench is to be applied to the sprinkler
be opened sufficiently wide to pass wrench flats.
over the wrench flats without damag- Step C. After the ceiling has been in-
TFP151 Page 7 of 8
stalled or the finish coat has been ap- The owner is responsible for the in-
. plied, slide on the Style 10 or 40 Clo- spection, testing, and maintenance of L®f
sure over the Series TY -B Sprinkler their fire protection system and de- —
and push the Closure over the Mount- vices in compliance with this docu- vvarranty
ing Plate until its flange comes in con- ment, as well as with the applicable
tact with the ceiling. standards of the National Fire Protec- Products manufactured by Tyco Fire &
tion Association (e.g., NFPA 25), in Building Products are warranted solely
Care and addition to the standards of any other to the original Buyer for ten (10) years
authorities having jurisdiction. The in against defects in material and work -
Maentenance stalling contractor or sprinkler manu manship when paid for and properly
facturer should be contacted relative installed and maintained under normal
The Series TY-B Sprinklers must be to any questions. use and service. This warranty will ex-
P pire ten (10) years from date of ship -
maintained and serviced in accord- It is recommended that automatic ment by Tyco Fire & Building Products.
ance with the following instructions: sprinkler systems be inspected, No warranty is given for products or
tested, and maintained by a qualified components manufactured by compa-
NOTES Inspection Service in accordance with Hies not affiliated by ownership with
Before closing a fire protection system local requirements and /or national Tyco Fire & Building Products or for
main control valve for maintenance codes. products and components which have
work on the fire protection system that been subject to misuse, improper in-
it controls, permission to shut down the stallation, corrosion, or which have not
affected fire protection system must be been installed, maintained, modified
obtained from the proper authorities or repaired in accordance with applica-
and all personnel who may be affected ble Standards of the National Fire Pro -
by this action must be notified. tection Association, and /or the stand -
Absence of an escutcheon, which is ards of any other Authorities Having
used to cover a clearance hole, may Jurisdiction. Materials found by Tyco
delay the time to sprinkler operation in Fire & Building Products to be defec-
a fire situation. tive shall be either repaired or re-
placed, at Tyco Fire & Building Prod -
Sprinklers that are found to be leaking ucts' sole option. Tyco Fire & Building
or exhibiting visible signs of corrosion Products neither assumes, nor author-
• must be replaced. izes any person to assume for it, any
Automatic sprinklers must never be other obligation in connection with the
painted, plated, coated or otherwise sale of products or parts of products.
. altered after leaving the factory. Modi- Tyco Fire & Building Products shall not
fied sprinklers must be replaced. be responsible for sprinkler system de-
Sprinklers that have been exposed to sign errors or inaccurate or incomplete
corrosive products of combustion, but information supplied by Buyer or
have not operated, should be replaced Buyer's representatives.
if they cannot be completely cleaned IN NO EVENT SHALL TYCO FIRE &
by wiping the sprinkler with a cloth or BUILDING PRODUCTS BE LIABLE,
by brushing it with a soft bristle brush. IN CONTRACT, TORT, STRICT LI-
Care must be exercised to avoid darn- ABILITY OR UNDER ANY OTHER
age to the sprinklers - before, during, LEGAL THEORY, FOR INCIDENTAL,
and after installation. Sprinklers dam- INDIRECT, SPECIAL OR CONSE-
aged by dropping, striking, wrench QUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING
twist/slippage, or the like, must be re- BUT NOT LIMITED TO LABOR
placed. Also, replace any sprinkler that CHARGES, REGARDLESS OF
has a cracked bulb or that has lost WHETHER TYCO FIRE & BUILDING
liquid from its bulb. (Ref. Installation PRODUCTS WAS INFORMED
Section). ABOUT THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
DAMAGES, AND IN NO EVENT
Frequent visual inspections are rec- SHALL TYCO FIRE & BUILDING
ommended to be initially performed for PRODUCTS' LIABILITY EXCEED AN
corrosion resistant coated sprinklers, AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE SALES
after the installation has been corn- PRICE.
pleted, to verify the integrity of the cor THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS
rosion
rosion resistant coating. Thereafter,
annual o if suffice; however, MADE IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL,
per NFPA 25 OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS
should suffice; however, instead of in- OR IMPLIED. INCLUDING WARRAN-
specting from the floor level, a random TIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
• sampling of close -up visual inspec FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PUR-
tions should be made, so as to better
determine the exact sprinkler condi- POSE,
tion and the long term integrity of the
corrosion resistant coating, as it may
be affected by the corrosive conditions
present.
Page 8 of 8 TFP151
P/N 57 - XXX - X - XXX
I I SPRINKLER TEMPERATURE
MODEUSIN RATING
530 2.8K UPRIGHT (1/2 "NPT) TY1151 1 NATURAL BRASS 135 135 °F /57 °C
531 2.8K PENDENT (1/2 "NPT) TY1251 4 WHITE POLYESTER 155 155 °F /68 °C
570 5.6K UPRIGHT (1/2 "NPT) TY3151 3 WHITE (RAL9010)• 175 175 °F /79 °C
571 5.6K PENDENT (1/2 "NPT) TY3251 9 CHROME PLATED 200 200 °F /93 °C
590 8.0K UPRIGHT (3/4 "NPT) TY4151 7 LEAD COATED 286 286 °F /141 °C
591 8.0K PENDENT (3/4 "NPT) TY4251 6 WAX COATED 360 360 °F /182 °C
286 °F /141 °C MAX.
560 8 OK UPRIGHT (1/2 "NPT) TY4851
8 WAX OVER LEAD
561 8.0K PENDENT (1/2 "NPT) TY4951 286 °F /141 °C MAX.
• Eastern Hemisphere sales only.
TABLE B
PART NUMBER SELECTION
SERIES TY -B PENDENT AND UPRIGHT SPRINKLERS
Recessed Escutcheon: Wax Sticks:
• Ordering Specify: Style (specify) Recessed Es- (for retouching wrench damaged
Procedure cutcheon with (specify finish), P/N wax coating)
(specify).
" Specify: (Specify color) color coded
When placing an order, indicate the full 1/2 (15 mm) Wax Stick for retouching (specify tem-
product name. Refer to the Price List Style 10 perature rating) temperature rated Se-
for complete listing of Part Numbers. Chrome Plated P/N 56- 701 -9 -010 ries TY -B Sprinklers, P/N (specify).
1/2" (15 mm)
Contact our local distributor for avail- Style 10
Y Black for 135 °F P/N 56-065-1-135
ability. White Color Red for 155 °F P/N 56- 065 -1 -155
Coated P/N 56- 701 -4 -010 Yellow for 175 °F P/N 56 -065 -1 -175
1/2° (15 mm) Blue for 200 °F and
Sprinkler Assemblies with NPT Style 10
Thread Connections: White RAL9010• P/N 56- 701 -3 -010 286 °F P/N 56- 065 -1 -286
Specify: (Specify Model /SIN), Stand- (15 mm)
NOTES
and Response, (specify K- factor), Brass Plated P/N 56- 701 -2 -010 Each wax stick is suitable for retouch -
(specify temperature rating), Series 3/4" (20 mm) ing up to twenty -five sprinklers.
TY -B (specify Pendent or Upright) Style 40
Sprinkler with (specify type of finish or Chrome Plated P/N 56- 700 -9 -010 The wax used for 286 °F sprinklers is
coating), P/N (specify from Table B). 3 /a" (20 mm the same as for200°F sprinklers, and,
Style 40 therefore, the 286 °Fsprinkler is limited
White Color
Coated P/N 56- 700 -4 -010 to the same maximum ceiling tempera -
3/4" (20 mm) ture as the 200 °F sprinkler (i.e.,
Style 40 150°F).
White RAL9010° P/N 56- 700 -3 -010
3/4" (20 mm)
Style 40
Brass Plated P/N 56- 700 -2 -010
• Eastern Hemisphere sales only.
Sprinkler Wrench:
Specify: W -Type 6 Sprinkler Wrench,
P/N 56- 000 -6 -387.
Specify: W -Type 7 Sprinkler Wrench,
P/N 56- 850 -4 -001.
TYCO FIRE & BUILDING PRODUCTS, 451 North Cannon Avenue, Lansdale, Pennsylvania 19446