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Vertical Sidewall NO 1 6 1004
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Horizontal Sidewall T Y OF T !GA - Upright Pendent
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Horizontal Sidewall Extended Coverage
— EC-6 Deflector
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Recessed Pendent
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Recessed Extended Coverage Horizontal Sidewal Vertical Sidewall Conventional
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Approval Organizations
1. Underwriters Laboratories Inc. '• =
2. Underwriters' Laboratories of Canada 7 . ►_„ `'' ' 'V I - °
3. Factory Mutual Research Corp. ` tee --
4. Loss Prevention Council = .
5. NYC BS&A No. 587 -75 -SA Horizontal Sidewall Recessed Pendent
6. Pleniere Assemblee
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7. Verband der Schadenversicherer
8. NYC MEA 258 -93 -E .: °''"` UL Listing Category • Sprinklers, Automatic & Open (VNIV) • ' r' ;t!-'
Product Description . Extended Coverage Recessed Extended
The Fl Glass Bulb Sprinkler combines the durability of a Horizontal Sidewall Coverage Horizontal
standard sprinkler with the attractive low profile of a decora- Sidewall
tive sprinkler. Whether installed on exposed piping or in an
office ceiling, it is functional and attractive. The Horizontal . -
and Vertical Sidewall Sprinklers provide an equally attractive _ `°. 't"-F,', ; .; 'i . ,
appearance when ceiling piping cannot be used. i `` • VI- `_4 '
Beautifully versatile is the description for the Reliable ' '%
Model Fl Recessed Designer glass bulb sprinkler. Re-`
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cessing The Designer enhances its already low profile dec-
orative appearance, and facilitates a rapid and perfect Extended Coverage Recessed Extended
installation. Pendent Coverage Pendent
Model Fl Recessed Designer's escutcheon is highly ad- At normal temperatures, the glass bulb contains the fluid in
justable. The two piece construction makes field installation a both the liquid phase and in the vapor phase. The vapor
very easy and rapid task.This also allows ceiling panels to phase can be seen as a small bubble. As heat is applied, the .
later be removed without shutting down the fire protection liquid expands forcing the bubble smaller and smaller as the
system, thus facilitating maintenance of above ceiling ser- liquid pressure increases. Continued heating forces the liq-
vices. uid to push out against the bulb, causing the glass to shatter,
• The Designer Automatic Sprinkler utilizes a frangible opening the waterway and allowing the deflector to distribute
glass bulb. The glass bulb consists of an accurately con - the discharging water. .
trolled amount of special fluid hermetically sealed inside of a The F1 Sprinkler temperature rating is identified by the
. precisely manufactured glass capsule. This glass bulb is color of the glass bulb capsule as well as frame color where
specially constructed to provide fast thermal response. applicable.
• The Reliable Automatic Sprinlder Co., Inc., 525 North MacQuesten Parkway, Mount Vernon, New York 10552
Model Fl Upright, Pendent & Conventional Sprinklers
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench
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Installation Data:
Nominal Sprinkler
Nominal Thread Sprinkler Approval Identification
Orifice Size K Factor Height Organization _,Numbers (SIN) .
US Metric Upright I Pendent
Standard- Upright (SSU) and Pendent (SSP) Deflectors Marked to Indicate Position
1/2" (15mm) 'h "NPT (R'h) 5.6 80 2.2" (56mm) 1,2,3.4.5.6,7 I R1725 R1715
' /n" (20mm) 3/4" NPT (R 8.0 115 2.3" (58mm) 1.2,3.4.7.8 R1722 R1712 '
1/2" (15mm) 41 I 1/2" NPT (R' /2) 1 5:6 80 2.2" (56mm) 7` R1795 R1705
%2" (20mm) 3 /." NPT (R I 8.0 115 2.3" (58mm) 7 R1792 R1702
/,e' (11mm). 1/2" NPT (R1/2) (2) 4.2 60 i 2.54" (65mm) 1,2.8 R1723 R1713
X" (10mm) h" NPT (R1/2) (2)131 2.8 - 40 I 2.54" (65mm) 1,2,8 R1721 R1711
10mm XLH R 3 /e 4.2 60 56.1mm 4,6,7 R1724 _ R1714 .
Conventional- Install in Upright or Pendent Position
10mm XLH R 3 /e I 4.2 . 60 56.1mm I - I R1774
15mm '/z" NPT (R'h) I . 5:6 80 56.1mm I 4.6.7 R1775
20mm 3 /e" NPT (R 8.0 115 58.1mm 4,7 R1772
1'1 LPC Approval up 286 °F (141 °C) •
12) Small Orifice identified by a pintle extending beyond the deflector.
(3) FM Approval for SSU only, up to 200 °F (93 °C).
-I (°) VdS Approval for Intermediate Response 155 °F (68 °C) only.
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• Model Fl Recessed Pendent Sprinkler
Installation Wrench: Model RC1 Sprinkler Wrench
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Installation Data:
- Nominal Thread Nominal Sprinkler Approval Sprinkler
Orifice Size K Factor Height Organizations Identification
US _ Metric Numbers (SIN)
A (15mm) ," NPT (RA,) 5.6 80 2.2" (56mm) 1.2.3 R1715
"r;," (20mm) X" NPT (R};) 8.0 115 2.3" (58mm) 1,2,3 R1712
;" (15mm) Y," NPT (RY,) 5.6 80 2.2" (56mm) 7 R1705
'4," (20mm)" X" NPT (R9) 8.0 ' 115 2.3" (58mm) 7 R1702
;; "" (11 mm) m Y," NPT (R1/2) 4.2 60 2.54" (65mm) 1.2.8 R1713
X" (10mm) 121 ,Y," NPT (R1/2) 2.8 40 2.54" (65mm) 1.2.8 R1711
10mm R X 1 4.2 60 56.1mm 4(3) R1714
(') FM Approval
• Light Hazard - No Limitations.
• Ordinary Hazard - Groups 1.8 2. Wet Systems only.
(2) Identified by a pintle extending beyond the deflector.
13) LPC Approval is XLH, OHI and OHII Occupancies only, •
57 °C through 93 °C ratings.
(4) VdS Approval for Intermediate Response 155 °F (68 °C) only.
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Model Fl Vertical Sidewall Sprinkler
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench
Installation Position: Upright or Pendent •
Approval Type: Light Hazard Occupancy`
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Vertical Sidewall
U.S. Patent No. 6,374,920
Installation Data:
Nominal Sprinkler
Nominal Thread K Factor Sprinkler Approval identification
Orifice Size US Metric Height Organizations Numbers (SIN)
y" (15mm) / NPT(RY) 5.6 80 2.2" (56.1mm) 1,2,3,4 6,8 R1785
(') LPC Approval is pendent only, 57 °C through 93 °C ratings.
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Sprinkler Deflector to
Type Ceiling Distance
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Model Fl Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler
Deflector: HSW 1
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench
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Horizontal Sidewall •
Installation Data: _
Nominal
Nominal Thread K Factor Sprinkler Approval Organizations Sprinkler
Orifice Size Length Light Ordinary Identification
9 rY Numbers (SIN)
US Metric Hazard Hazard
h" (15mm) %z" NPT (R'h) 5.6 80 .263" (67mm) 1,2,3,5 1,2,5 - R1735
Note: UL and ULC Listing permits use with Fl escutcheons, light hazard only.
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Model Fl Extended Coverage Pendent Sprinkler _
. Deflector: EC Pendent
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench *
• Approval Type: Extended Coverage - Light Hazard Occupancy •
Installation Data: A . �1
Nominal Temperature Sprinlder •
Nominal Thread K Factor Sprinkler Approval R aynq Identification Orifice Size US Metric Height Organizations ,F °C Numbers (SIN)
'!;;' (20mm) I :' NPT (R 8.0 115 2.2" (56mm) 1,2,8 135; 155 57; 68 R1742 Extended Coverage
Y;' (15mm) I NPT (R'h) 5.6 80 2.2" (56mm) 1,2,8 135; 155 57; 68 I R1745 I Pendent .
I COVERAGE AREA
Pressure
Max. Area
Flow Rate , No minal Width x Length
K =8.0 (115) K =5.6 (80)
qpm 1 .1../min ! psi bar psi bar ft. x ft. m x m
26 98.4 10.6 0,7 21.6 1,5 16 x 16 4.9 x 4.9
33 125.0 17.0 1,2 34.7 2,4 18x18 5.5x5.5
40 151.4 . 25.0 1,7 . 51.0 3.5 20 x 20 6.0 x 6.0 -
Model Fl Recessed Extended Coverage Pendent Sprinkler
Deflector: EC Pendent
Installation Wrench: Model RC1 Sprinkler Wrench - 2 1/. • "O[L
Approval Type: Extended Coverage - U ''" ght Hazard Occupancy (""/
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dimension's adjustment will be reduced.
Installation Data: •
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Nominal Temperature Sprinkler
Nominal Thread K Factor Sprinkler Approval- Rating , Identification '
Orifice Size US Metric Height Organizations °F 'C Numbers (SIN)
;," (20mm) I Y" NPT (R3/4) 8.0 115 2.2" (56mm) 1,2,8 135; 155 57; 68 R1742
," (15mm) I NPT (R1/2) I 5.6 80 2.2" (56mm) 1,2,8 135; 155 57; 68 R1745
COVERAGE AREA
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Flow Rate I Nominal Max. Area - .
Width x Length
I K=8.0 (115) K =5.6 (80)
qpm I Umin I psi bar psi bar ft. x tt. m x m .
26 I 98.4 10.6 0.7 21.6 1.5 16 x 16 4.9 x 4.9
33 ! 125.0 17.0 1,2 34.7 2,4 18x.18 5.5x5.5
40 I 151.4 25.0 1.7 51.0 3,5 20x20 6.0 x 6.0
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Model Fl Extended Coverage Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler
Deflector: EC -6
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Glass Bulb: 3mm 155 °F (68 °C) Standard, Unless 5mm 135 °F (57 °C) is Specified
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench •
Approval Type: Extended Coverage — Light Hazard Occupancy
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Extended Coverage Horizontal Sidewall
Installation Data:
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Nominal Thread K Factor Sprinkler Approval Temperature Sprinkler
Orifice Size Height Organizations
Rating Id
US Metric °F °C Numbers (SIN)
','; (20mm) ?" NPT (R 8.0 115.3 2.75" (70mm) 1,2,8 135 (5mm bulb) 57 R1762
155 (3mm bulb) 68
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Max. Area Deflector to
Flow Rate Pressure Width x Length Ceiling Dimensions
(Min. - Max.)
gpm Vmin psi bar ft. x ft. m x m
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36 136.3 20.3 1,4 16 x 22 4.9 x 6.7 4 "(102mm) - 6"(152mm)
39 147.6 23.8 1,6 16 x 24 4.9 x 7.3 4"(102mm) - 61152mm)
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Model Fl Recessed Extended Coverage Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler
Deflector: EC -6
Glass. Bulb: 3mm 155 °F (68 °C) Only
Installation Wrench: Model GFR1 Sprinkler Wrench
• Approval Type: Extended Coverage — Light Hazard Occupancy
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adjustment will be reduced.
Installation Data:
Temperature Sprinkler
Nominal Thread K Factor Sprinkler Approval Rating Identification
Orifice Size US Metric Height Organizations , °c Numbers (SIN)
' %” (20mm) Y,' NPT (R 8.0 115.3 2.75" (70mm) 1,2,8 155 _ 68 R1762
COVERAGE AREA
Max. Area Deflector to Ceiling
Flow Rate Pressure Width x Length Dimensions
(Min. - Max.)
qpm L/min psi bar ft. x ft. m x m
36 136.3 20.3 1,4 16 x 22 4.9 x 6.7 4 "(102mm) - 6 "(152mm)
39 147.6 23.8 1,6 16 x 24 4.9 x 7.3 4 "(102mm) - 6 "(152mm)
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Model Fl & Fl Recessed Sprinklers Maintenance
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Application The Models Fl and Fl Recessed Sprinklers should
• Model Fl and Fl Recessed sprinklers are used in fixed be inspected quarterly and the sprinkler system main -
fire protection systems: Wet, Dry, Deluge or Preaction. tained in accordance with NFPA 25. Do not clean sprin-
Care must exercised that the orifice size, temperature rat- klers with soap and water, ammonia or any other
ing, deflector style and sprinkler type are in accordance cleaning fluid. Remove any sprinkler which has been
with the latest published standards of the National Fire Pro- painted (other than factory applied) or damaged in any
tection Association or the approving Authority Having way. A stock of spare sprinklers should be maintained
Jurisdiction. to allow quick replacement of damaged or operated
sprinklers. Prior to installation, sprinklers should be
. Installation maintained in the original cartons and packaging until
Model Fl sprinklers are standard response sprinklers in- used to minimize the potential for damage to sprinklers
tended for installation as specified in NFPA 13. They must that would cause improper operation or non - operation.
also be installed with the Model D Sprinkler Wrench specifi-
cally designed by Reliable for use with these sprinklers.
The Model Fl Recessed Sprinklers are to be installed Temperature Ratings
with a maximum recess of 3 /4 inch (19mm). The Model Fl Sprinkler Maximum Ambient
Escutcheon illustrated is the only recessed escutcheon to Classification! Temperature Temperature Bulb
be used with the Model Fl Pendent and EC Sprinklers. The °F c °F °C color
use of any other recessed escutcheon will void all approv- Ordinary 135 57' 100 38 Orange
als and negate all warranties. When installing Model Fl Re- Ordinary 155 68 100 38 Red
cessed Pendent, EC Pendent, and EC HSW Sprinklers, use Intermediate 175 79 150 66 Yellow •
the Model GFR1 Sprinkler Wrench. Any other type of Intermediate 200 93 150 66 Green - .
wrench may damage these sprinklers: High (1Y 286 141 225 149 Blue
y g p Extra High 360 182 300 149 Mauve
Glass bulb sprinklers have orange covers to protect the
bulb during the installation process. REMOVE THIS PRO- "' Not Available For Fl Recessed
TECTION ONLY AFTER THE SYSTEM HAS BEEN HYDRO- Patents: U.S. Patent No. 6,374,920
STATICALLY TESTED AND, WHEN APPLICABLE, THE Applies to Model Fl Vertical Sidewall Sprinklers.
ESCUTCHEONS HAVE BEEN INSTALLED. RASCO
wrenches are designed to install sprinklers when covers Finishes (1) •
are in place.
Standard Finishes
• - Sprinkler Escutcheon
Bronze Brass
• Chrome Chrome
Ordering information White Polyester Coated ) " White Painted
Specify: Special Application Finishes
1. Sprinkler Model - Sprinkler Escutcheon
2. Sprinkler Type Bright Brass" Bright Brass
3. Orifice Size Black Plated Black Plated .
Black Paint'"" Black Paint •
4. Deflector Type Off White " Off White
5. Temperature Rating:
Satin Chrome : "' Satin chrome
Specify Bulb Size when ordering Wax Coated'""'"'
Model F1 EC HSW Sprinkler.
Wax Over Lead " "" `
6. Sprinkler Finish )" Other colors and finishes are available on special order.
p Consult factory for details.
7. Escutcheon Finish (where applicable) " 200 °F (93 °C) maximum.
c " UL and ULC Listed, and NYC Approved Only. I
(') 155 °F to 200 °F (68 °C to 93 °C) ratings only.
"' 286 °F (141°C) Sprinklers may be coated for ambient conditions
not exceeding 150 °F (66 °C).
` °' LPC approved for 10mm and 15mm sprinklers only..
The equipment presented in this bulletin 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 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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The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. ® ied
Reliable (800) 431 -1588 Sales Offices PI°
(800) 848 -6051 " ' Sales Fax Revision lines indicate updated or new data.
(914) 668-3470 Corporate Offices .
www.reliablespnnkler.can Internet Address EG punted in USA. 12/03 P/N 9999970011 ,