Specifications - 1,(6 0 '3 so L) 18,f2a F�e-ri 136 FPs2O(0 —oo (( (
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Rel ® Model F1 FR
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Model F1 FR Recessed =.
Quick Response
Sprinklers o
Model Fl FR Sprinkler Types
Standard Upright
Standard Pendent :, A -�
Conventional
Vertical Sidewal #. ' 1
Horizontal Sidewalk - =�. �, =?
- HSW 1 Deflector .
Model F1 FR Recessed Sprinkler Types } _ -
Recessed Pendent
Recessed Horizontal Sidewall Upright Pendent
- HSW 1 Deflector
Listings & Approvals
1. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL)
2. Listed by Underwriters' Laboratories of Canada (ULC)
3. Certified by FM Approvals .
4. Loss Prevention Council (LPC, UK)
5. NYC BS&A No. 587-75-SA �� , I 6. Meets MIL- S -901C and MIL -STD 167 -1 - -
7. Verband der Schadenversicherer (VdS, Germany) Z
8. NYC MEA 258 -93 -E
UL Listing Category Vertical Sidewall Conventional
Sprinklers, Automatic & Open
• Quick Response Sprinkler
UL Guide Number
VNIV
44 ':--‘' : - -
Patents: US Patent No. 6,374,920 Applies to ,,:
Model Fl FR Vertical Sidewall Sprinklers.
Product Description Horizontal Sidewall Recessed Pendent
Reliable Models F1FR and F1FR Recessed Sprinklers are HSW 1 Deflector (Model FP Shown)
quick response sprinklers which combine the durability of a pands, forcing the bubble smaller and smaller as the liquid
standard sprinkler with the attractive low profile of a decorative pressure increases. Continued heating forces the liquid to
sprinkler. push out against the bulb, causing the glass to shatter,
•
The Models Fl FR and Fl FR Recessed automatic sprinklers opening the waterway and allowing the deflector to distrib-
utilize a 3.0 mm frangible glass bulb. These sprinklers have ute the discharging water.
demonstrated response times in laboratory tests which are
five to ten times faster than standard response sprinklers. This Application
quick response enables the Model Fl FR and Fl FR Recessed Quick response sprinklers are used in fixed fire protec-
sprinklers to apply water to a fire much faster than standard tion systems: Wet, Dry, Deluge or Preaction. Care must be
sprinklers of the same temperature rating. exercised that the orifice size, temperature rating, deflector
The glass bulb consists of an accurately controlled amount style and sprinkler type are in accordance with the latest
of special fluid hermetically sealed inside a precisely manu- published standards of the National Fire Protection Asso-
factured glass capsule. This glass bulb is specially con- ciation or the approving Authority Having Jurisdiction.
structed to provide fast thermal response. The balance of Quick response sprinklers are intended for installation as
0. parts are made of brass, copper and beryllium nickel. specified in NFPA 13, FM Global Loss Prevention Data
At normal temperatures, the glass bulb contains the fluid Sheet 2-8N or other applicable standards. Quick response
in both the liquid and vapor phases. The vapor phase can sprinklers and standard response sprinklers should not be
be seen as a small bubble. As heat is applied, the liquid ex- intermixed.
The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. 103 Fairview Park Drive, Elmsford, New York 10523
Model Fl FR Quick Response Upright, Pendent & Conventional Sprinklers
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench
Installation Data: '
K Factor, S dnkier A royal Sprinkler Identification
Sprinkler Type US Metric Height Organization Number (SIN)
SSU I SSP
Standard- Upright (SSU) and Pendent (SSP) Deflectors Marked to Indicate Position
)," (15mm) Standard Orifice with y" NPT (R),) Thread 5.6 80 2.2" (56mm) 12,3,4,5,6,7 R3625 R3615
1 %2' (20mm) Large Orifice with %" NPT (R - 8.0 115 2.3" (58mm) 1,2,3,4,7,8 R3622 R3612
%q' (17mm) Small Orifice with X" NPT (R),) Thread 4.2 60 22' (56mm) 1,2,8 R3623t R3613
%" (10mm) Small Orifice with NPT (R)) Thread 2.8 40 2.2" (56mm) 1,2,8 R3621 R3611
10mrn'Orifice XLH with RV" Thread . 4.2 60 56mm 4,6,7 R3624 R3614
. Conventional - Install in Upright or Pendent Position
10mm Orifice XLH with R% Thread . 4.2 60 56mm R3674
15mm Standard Orifice with )," NPT (R) Thread 5.6 80' 56mm 4,6,7 R3675
20mm Large.Orifice with 3/4" NPT (R3) Thread 8.0 ' . 115. • 58mrn 4,7 R3672 ,
(1) Polyester coated upright UL and ULC listed corrosion resistant'. . •
(110 • oa;uo .` .
-. ill : '
(1:1-....:._ f i 1 ( l ' l • ' .?'
Upright ' '. Pendent Conventional •
Model F1 FR Quick Response Recessed Pendent Sprinkler
Installation Wrench: Model GFR1 Sprinkler Wrench . . . '
Installation Data:
•
Nominal Thread K Factor • Sprinkler Approver 1 Sprinkler Identification
, • Orifice Size' US Metric Height Organizations Number (SIN)
' )2" (15mM) ' ' X" NPT (R1/2) 5.6, : 80 2.2" (56mm) 122,45,7,8 R3615
1 %2" (2omm) ' . r NPT (R 8.0 - 115 2.3" (58mm) 12,3,8 ' R3612 '
T "(11mm)' ) " NPT(R' /2) • . 4.2 •60 2.2" (56mm) 1,2,8'' R3613
%" (10mm) X" NPT (R'h) 2.8 40 • 2.2" (56mm) • 1,2,8 R3611
10mm R%. 4.2 60 56mm 4,7 R3614
(1) Refer to escutcheon data table for approvals and dimensions.
_ f— 2. 5/8" DIA. 156.7mm] •
' f — (57.2mmJ 2 1/4 HOB 0[4 — � HOLE IN CEILING
' I 15/16 ON _...I 2 .5/16' DIA. (58.7mm]
. '. -, - (49.2,n,”.1 CUP • ■ •
r L — ■
I' x I/2 REDUCER I • 1 1 X • I/2" REDUCER
UNT IL TIGHT COLLAR lll��� `
UNTIL TIGHT
AGAINST SPR
WRENCH BOSSKLER 1 I
NG
O
- f — ` - ` – ' / A _, 1 1 J. FACE OF FITTING TO CEILING L J
ADJUSTMENT I ' 1 _ � �, • , �/ „ �' 1 CEILING DIMENSION � �1 03 Vd Il FACE OF FITTING
�� I1 DIMENSION
I� fir• , I ' , T O FACE F CEILING
I I E F CEILI
�� I 1%% %
• 2 27/32 DIA' -- --
• 177.2mmJ • Il6FG01_E ADJUSTMENT
Il6FGO5_A 1
(I) REFER TO Fl & F2 ESCUTCHEON DATA TABLE FOR APPROVALS AND DIMENSIONS. (I) REFER TO FP ESCUTCHEON DATA TABLE FOR APPROVALS AND DIMENSIONS.
• 2.
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:
• Nominal Thread K Factor Sprinkler Approval •Sprinkler.
Orifice Size US Metric • Height Organizations Nu mbber er (SIN)
Number
1/2" '/" NPT (R' /) '5.6 80 2.2" (56mm) 1, 2, 3, 6, 8 .
- R3685
15mm 1/2" NPT (R'h) 5.6 80 2.2" (56mm) 4 (')
(1) LPC Approval is for Pendent position only.
Orientation Deflector to Ceiling
Dimension (Min. - Max.)
-
Upright 4" - 12" (102mm - 305mm)
Pendent 6" - 12" (152mm - 305mm)
a
Vertical Sidewall
US Patent No. 6,374,920 ,
Model Fl FR Quick Response Horizontal Sidew Sprinkler
Deflector: HSW 1
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench .
Installation Data:
Approval Organizations
K Factor • and Type of Approval . Sprinkler
Nominal Thread Sprinkler Identification
Orifice Size - US Metric Length Light Ordinary Number (SIN)
Hazard • Hazard
y" (15mm) ''}z:' NPT(R' /2) 5.6 80 2.63" (67mrTi) • 1,2,3,5,8 ' 1,2,5,8 R3635 -
NOTE: UL, ULC and MEA Listing permits use with Fl or F2 recessed escutcheon. FM Approvals do not permit recessed usage.
• 136FG04 /, A
1
- ( ) FACE OF FITTING TO
WALL DIMENSION
o . 4 '. 1 1/4" MIN.
' y ( ' \ ' 2 1/4' HOLE DIA. 4 -_6;
, ( j S A t � i 1 - t m ',\�� � , h (57.2rirmJ (3 [101. 152.4mm]
• - 1 [ TI 1 CEILING TO
` f 1 1 X 1/2 REDUCER \ DEFLECTOR
' "i►1 I .
` 1
1 75/16° DA. I 1!' ,1f jt* V
Horizontal Sidewall 49.2mm - - 'Iryl Will • 2 2 DIA.
[ J ii��iL�liIV1�■,�� ( 72.2 mm]. -
ui
r
0 TURN COLLAR UNTIL
TIGHT AGAINST SPRINKLER
I WRENCH BOSS. •
-
ADJUSTMENT /
J _
- (1) REFER TO ESCUTHCEON DATA TABLE FOR APPROVALS, AND DIMENSIONS.
3. .
•
Installation
Quick response sprinklers are intended for installation as tie vacuuming. Remove any sprinkler which has been
specified in NFPA 13, FM Global Loss Prevention Data Sheet painted (other than factory applied) or damaged in any
2-8N or other applicable standards. Quick response sprin- way. A stock of spare sprinklers should be maintained to .
klers and standard response sprinklers should not be inter- allow quick replacement of damaged or operated sprin-
mixed. klers. Prior to installation, sprinklers should be maintained
The Model Fl FR Recessed Quick Response Sprinklers are to in the original cartons and packaging until used to mini -
be installed as shown. The Model Fl or F2 Escutcheons illus- mize the potential for damage to sprinklers that would
trated are the only recessed escutcheons to be used with the cause improper operation or non-operation.
Model Fl FR Sprinklers. The use of any other recessed escutch-
eon will void all approvals and negate all warranties. • Sprinkler Types •
When installing Model Fl FR Sprinklers, use the Model D Sprin- Standard Upright
kler Wrench. When installing Model Fl FR Recessed Pendent or Standard Pendent
Sidewall Sprinklers, use the Model GFR1 Sprinkler Wrench. Any Conventional
other type of wrench may damage these sprinklers. Sidewall (Vertical, Horizontal HSW1)
Glass bulb sprinklers have orange bulb protectors to minimize Recessed Pendent
bulb damage during shipping, handling and installation. RE- Recessed Horizontal Sidewall HSW1
MOVE THIS PROTECTION AT THE TIME THE SPRINKLER'
SYSTEM IS PLACED IN SERVICE FOR FIRE PROTECTION. Re- Finishes (1) R'
moval of the protectors before this time leave the bulb vul- Standard Finishes
nerable to damage. RASCO wrenches are designed to install Sprinkler Escutcheon
sprinklers when covers are in place. REMOVE PROTECTORS Bronze Brass
BY UNDOING THE CLASP BY HAND. DO NOT USE TOOLS Chrome Plated Chrome Plated (3)
TO REMOVE THE PROTECTORS. White Polyester Coated White Painted (3)
Temperature Ratings • special Application Finishes
Sprinkler Sprinkler Escutcheon
Classification Temperature Max Ambient Bulb
°C ° Temp. Color Bright Brass Bright Brass
Black Plated Black Plated
Ordinary 57 135 100°F(38°C) Orange Black Black Paint
Ordinary 68 155 100°F (38°C) Red
Intermediate 79 175 150°F(66°C) Yellow Off White Off White
Intermediate 93 200 150°F (66°C) Green Satin Chrome Satin Chrome
High (t) 141 286 225 °F(107°C) Blue (1) Other finishes and colors are available on special order.
( 1 ) Not available for recessed sprinklers. Consult the factory for.details.. • •' ' - . •
Escutcheon Data ( FM Approvals is limited to bronze and brass; chrome or black
plated finishes only. -
Faced Ruing (3) FP Push-on/Thread-off escutcheon.
mom Approvals Adjustment . Dimension tflc5 Ingo ( UL and ULC listed corrosion resistance.
Wall Dimension SIN numbers: R3621, R3622; R3623, R3625. 1 •
Max Recess (38.1mm) 3; '3;8" Note:. For y " orifice p endent FM approved white
F1 1,2,4,8 Min Recess x^ (5mm -24mm) polyester coated and UL. approved white polyester
. (19..1 mm) . . . . corrosion resistant sprinklers refer to Bulletin 014.
- 1y „
F2 1,2,3(1),4,5,7,8 Max Recess (38.1mrri) /16 ^- 'X. Ordering Information
Mtn Recess iy, (5mm -17mm) Specify:
(24mm)
Max Re- /e 1. Sprinkler Model
Fp 1,2 1y (38.1mm)
cased (11mm)
s 2. Sprinkler Type
Thread -off 1,2 Min Recessed ,v2, 1 "(25.4mm) 3. Orifice Size
(24mm) 4. Deflector Type - - •
No Dimensional FP • 5. Temperature Rating • -
(1) Horizontal Sidewall is not FM approved in the reccesed configuration. • • 6. Sprinkler Finish
Maintenance 7. Escutcheon Type .
The Models F1FR and F1FR Recessed Sprinklers 8. Escutcheon Finish (where applicable) •
should be inspected quarterly and the sprinkler system . •
maintained in accordance with NFPA 25. Do not clean Note: When Model F1FR Recessed' sprinklers are
sprinklers with soap and water, ammonia or any other ordered, the sprinklers and escutcheons are packaged
cleaning fluids. Remove dust by using a soft brush or gen- separately.
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 reputa- r
ble sprinkler contractors located throughout the United States, Canada and foreign countries.
Manufactured by
The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. * Recycled
(800)84-1058 Sales Offices
(800)848 Sales Fax Revision lines indicate updated or new data
(914)829 -2042 Corporate Offices
www.reliablesprinkler.com Internet Address EG. Printed in U.S.A. 06/09 P449999970027
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Bulletin 136 Rev.O co
® Model Fl FR
Model Fl FR Recessed
Quick Response
Sprinklers o
Model Fl FR Sprinkler Types
Standard Upright -t
Standard Pendent ,:.
Conventional 4 '' G �
Vertical Sidewall II' .
Horizontal Sidewall
- HSW 1 Deflector
Model Fl FR Recessed Sprinkler Types ` - '
Recessed Pendent Upright Pendent
Recessed Horizontal Sidewall
- HSW 1 Deflector
Listings & Approvals (,.._ ..
1. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL)
rth 1
2. Listed by Underwriters' Laboratories of Canada (ULC)
3. Certified by FM A provals .
x, ..�,
4. Loss Prevention Council (LPC, UK)
l rS,E
5. NYC BS&A No. 587 -75 -SA
6. Meets MIL- S -901C and MIL -STD 167 -1 _ .,'ti'
7. Verband der Schadenversicherer (VdS, Germany) f ` 74,,
8. NYC MEA 258 -93 -E
UL Listing Category Vertical Sidewall Conventional
Sprinklers, Automatic & Open
Quick Response Sprinkler
UL Guide Number
VNIV
t �__r a _
Patents: US Patent No. 6,374,920 Applies to �,_- J
Model F1 FR Vertical Sidewall Sprinklers. * -'
Product Description Horizontal Sidewall Recessed Pendent
Reliable Models F1FR and F1FR Recessed Sprinklers are HSW 1 Deflector (Model FP Shown)
quick response sprinklers which combine the durability of a pands, forcing the bubble smaller and smaller as the liquid
standard sprinkler with the attractive low profile of a decorative pressure increases. Continued heating forces the liquid to
sprinkler. push out against the bulb, causing the glass to shatter,
The Models Fl FR and Fl FR Recessed automatic sprinklers opening the waterway and allowing the deflector to distrib-
utilize a 3.0 mm frangible glass bulb. These sprinklers have ute the discharging water.
demonstrated response times in laboratory tests which are
five to ten times faster than standard response sprinklers. This Application
quick response enables the Model F1FR and F1FR Recessed Quick response sprinklers are used in fixed fire protec-
sprinklers to apply water to a fire much faster than standard tion systems: Wet, Dry, Deluge or Preaction. Care must be
sprinklers of the same temperature rating. exercised that the orifice size, temperature rating, deflector
The glass bulb consists of an accurately controlled amount style and sprinkler type are in accordance with the latest
of special fluid hermetically sealed inside a precisely manu- published standards of the National Fire Protection Asso-
factured glass capsule. This glass bulb is specially con- ciation or the approving Authority Having Jurisdiction.
structed to provide fast thermal response. The balance of Quick response sprinklers are intended for installation as
parts are made of brass, copper and beryllium nickel. specified in NFPA 13, FM Global Loss Prevention Data
At normal temperatures, the glass bulb contains the fluid Sheet 2-8N or other applicable standards. Quick response
in both the liquid and vapor phases. The vapor phase can sprinklers and standard response sprinklers should not be
be seen as a small bubble. As heat is applied, the liquid ex- intermixed.
The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. 103 Fairview Park Drive, Elmsford, New York 10523
Model Fl FR Quick.Response Upright, Pendent & Conventional Sprinklers
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench - .
' Installation Data: •
K Factor dnkfer - A royal Sprinkler Identification •
Sprinkler Type US Metric Height Organization SSU tuber (SIN) SSP
Standard- Upright (SSU) and Pendent (SSP) Deflectors Marked to Indicate Position
X" (15mm) Standard Orifice with y," NPT (RX) Thread 5.6 80 2.2" (56mm) 1,2,3,4,5,6,7' ' R3625t • ' R3615
'N," (20mm) Large Orifice with 3;" NPT (R3)Thread 8.0 115 2.3" (58mm) 12,3,4,7,8 R3622 R3612 •
/q' (17mm) Small Orifice with y," NPT (RX) Thread 4.2 60 2.2" (56mm) 1,2,8 . R3623 ' R3613
y," (10mm) Srnall Orifice with NPT (RX) Thread 2.8 40 22' (56mm) 1,2,8 R3621 R3611
10mm Or Tice XLH with R38" Thread 4.2 • 60 56mm 4,6,7 R3624 R3614
- Conventional - Install in Upright or Pendent Position ,
10mm Orifice XLH with R% Thread 4.2 • 6 60 56mm - R3674 '
15mm Standard Orifice with y," NPT (RX) Thread • . 5.6 80 56mm 4,6,7 ' . ' R3675 '
20mm Large Orifice with 3 /d' NPT (R 6 8.0 115 58mm . 4,7 - R3672
(1) Polyester coated upright UL and ULC listed corrosion resistant.
ri
t.' 7 ‘ 1 , 41,
I OJg .
', to
• F ,
I • Ls
-fir 6. ' ,.
Upright Pendent Conventional
Model 01 FR Quick Response Recessed Pendent Sprinkler •
Installation Wrench: Model GFR1. Sprinkler Wrench . .
Installation Data: .
•
. Nominal .. Thread K Factor Sprinkler Approvalt - 'Sprinkler identification
• Orifice Size US Metric Height Organizations Number (SIN)
},," (15mm) ' . }," NPT (R 5.6 80 2.2" (56mm) 1,2,3,4,5,7,8 R3615
1 %2' (20mm) • ' 3;" NPT (R /<) 8.0 ' 115 2.3" (58rnm) 12,3,8' R3612 -
% ' (11 mm) y" NPT (R 4.2 60 2.2" (56mm) 12,8 • R3613
ye" (10mm) y" NPT (R 2.8 40 2.2" (56mm) 1,2,8 R3611
_ 10mm " % R 4.2 60 56mm 4,7 R3614
f'l Refer to escutcheon data table for approvals and dimensions. '
r
-.-- 2 5/8' 014. [66.7mm.T
' 2 I/4 HOLE DIA HOLE IN CEILING
�- (57.2mm] , -
7 15/16 ON -L-1 - - 2 5/16' DIA. [58.7mm] ' '
[49. ?mmJ .. CUP -
_ I' S I/2 REDUCER I I I X 1/2' REDUCER
TURN COLLAR
UNTIL yl--
TIGHT '
WENCH H BO I I .
N 1 _ _ \\ /
I/ /S l►, I 1 ! ! F (r) L J
• F ACE Of FIRING TO
ADJUSTMENT (r) �� IV J t C EIL ING D/NENS/ON CEILING - ����,�
II O.7 Va FACE OF F7T77NC
, I � � , " TO FACE F CEILING
I : D/MENSION
AI Ir (l.2mm] i I
l
72.2mmJ • - IJ69007_f ADJUSTMENT
(
• • T IJ6FG05 A 1
(I) REFER TO Fl & F2 ESCUTCHEON O4TA TABLE FOR APPROVALS AND DIMENSIONS (I) REFER TO FP ESCUTCHEON DATA TABLE FOR APPROVALS AND DIMENS IONS.
•
., • 2.
•
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:
• Nominal - Thread K Factor Sprinkler Approval Sprinkler
Orifice Size US • Metric Height - Organizations N
N (SIN)
''/2" 'h" NPT (R'h) 5.6 80 2.2" (56mm) 1, 2, 3, 6, 8. .
R3685 -
15mm '/" NPT (R 5.6 80 2.2" (56mm) 4.
(1) LPC Approval is for Pendent position only. '
Orientation Deflector to Ceiling
Dimension (Min. - Max.)
ft" Upright 4" - 12" (102mm - 305mm)
Pendent 6" - 12" (152mm - 305mm)
•
Vertical Sidewall •
US Patent No. 6,374,920, • .
Model F1 FR Quic Response Horizontal Sidewall Sp •
Deflector: HSW 1
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench
Installation Data: .
Approval Organizations
•
• - K Factor and Type of Approval Sprinkler
Identification
Nominal Thread Sprinkler Light Ordinary Number (SIN)
Orifice Size US Metric Length Hazard Hazard,
72" (15mm) 7" NPT(R1/2) '5.6 80 - 2.63" (67mm) 1,2,3,5,8 1,2,5,8 R3635
NOTE: UL, ULC and MEA Listing permits use with F1 or F2 recessed escutcheon. FM Approvals do not permit recessed usage.
• 136FG04 r 4 ,
•
(1) FACE OF FITTING TO
' .w7...w. • WALL DIMENSION
�z - "\ 1
1/4 MIN.
[31.BmmJ
2 1/4' HOLE DIA. 4 ° -6°
,, ��w . jl • ���'-• •:. �� [57.2mmJ • j I m [3.2mmJ [70L6mm- 152.4mmJ
(.:: CEILING' TO '
+ , �� : 1 X 1/2" REDUCER _ DEFLECTOR
•
' i .
. `_
1 15/16° DW I . it 1 11 .
Horizontal Sidewall. 49.2mm . , — �� - aril
[ J I�� i' ,- 2 ?7/32 014. i I l .-{� 4,1111111'' [72.2mm]
r _
X I.
TURN COLLAR UNTIL
. TIGHT AGAINST SPRINKLER' `\`!
• WRENCH BOSS.
--4 1 ., ,
ADJUSTMENT
(1) REFER TO ESCUTHCEON DATA TABLE FOR APPROVALS AND DIMENSIONS.
3. .
Installation
Quick response sprinklers are intended for installation as tie vacuuming. Remove any sprinkler which has been
specified in NFPA 13, FM Global Loss Prevention Data Sheet painted (other than factory applied) or damaged in any
2-8N or other applicable standards. Quick response sprin- way. A stock of spare sprinklers should be maintained to
klers and standard response sprinklers should not be inter- allow quick replacement of damaged or operated sprin-
mixed. klers. Prior to installation, sprinklers should be maintained
The Model F1FR Recessed Quick Response Sprinklers are to in the original cartons and packaging until Used to mini- `
be installed as shown. The Model Fl or F2 Escutcheons illus- mize the potential for damage to sprinklers that would
rated are the only recessed escutcheons to be used with the cause improper operation or non-operation.
Model Fl FR Sprinklers. The use of any other recessed escutch-
eon will void all approvals and negate all warranties. Sprinkler Types
When installing Model Fl FR Sprinklers, use the Model D Sprin- Standard Upright
Icier Wrench. When installing Model Fl FR Recessed Pendent or Standard Pendent
Sidewall Sprinklers, use the Model GFR1 Sprinkler Wrench. My Conventional
other type of wrench may damage these sprinklers. Sidewalk (Vertical, Horizontal HSW1)
Glass bulb sprinklers have orange bulb protectors to minimize Recessed Pendent
bulb damage during shipping, handling and installation. RE- Recessed Horizontal Sidewall HSW1
MOVE THIS PROTECTION' AT THE TIME THE SPRINKLER •
SYSTEM IS PLACED IN SERVICE FOR FIRE PROTECTION. Re- Finishes (1) '
moval of the protectors before this time may leave the bulb vul- Standard Finishes
nerable to damage. RASCO wrenches are designed to install . Sprinkler Escutcheon
sprinklers when covers are in place. REMOVE PROTECTORS Bronze Brass
BY UNDOING THE CLASP BY HAND. DO NOT USE TOOLS Chrome Plated Chrome Plated (3)
TO REMOVE THE PROTECTORS. White Polyester Coated White Painted (3)
Temperature Ratings Special Application Finishes
Sprinkler Sprinkler Escutcheon
Classification Temperature Ambient Bulb
,� °F Temp. Color Bright Brass Bright Brass
Black Plated Black Plated
Ordinary .- 57 135 100°F(33"C) Orange Black Paint Black Paint
Ordinary • 68 155 100°F(38°C) Red
Intermediate 79 175 150°F(66°C) Yellow Off White Off White
Intermediate 93 200 150°F(66°C) Green Satin Chrome Satin Chrome
High (1) 141 286 225 °F(107°C) Blue (1) Other finishes and colors are available on special order.
(') Not available for recessed sprinklers. Consult the factory for details.
. Escutcheon Data ( FM Approvals is limited to, bronze and brass, chrome or black -
plated finishes only.
Eseutcheon Faced Riling ( FP Push -on /Thread -off escutcheon.
Approvals Ad mart Dimension A te0ellil_ _ ( UL and ULC listed corrosion resistance.
WalDirttenslan SIN numbers: R3621, R3622,1R3623, R3625.
Max Recess (38.1mm) Y1e "- II" Note: For %" orifice pendent FM approved white
Fl 1,2,4,8 Min Recess X" (5mm -24mm) polyester coated and UL approved white polyester
(19.1mm) corrosion resistant sprinklers refer to Bulletin 014.
1 Y "
F2 1,2,3('),4,5,7,8 Max Recess (38.1mm) - s - ' Y,fi ' Ordering Information
Mln Recess , �� (5 -17mm) Specify:
(24mm) 1. Sprinkler Model
1,2 c Max sed (11mm) 1y "(38.'`T"T') 2. Sprinkler Type
Push -on/
mid of 1,2 Min Recessed 6" 1" (25.4m) 3. Orifice Size
(24mm) 4..Deflector Type
No Dimensional Figure for FP 5. Temperature Rating ,
1 11) Horizontal Sidewall is not FM approved in the reccesed configuration. 6. Sprinkler Finish •
• Maintenance 7. Escutcheon Type
The Models F1FR and F1FR Recessed Sprinklers 8. Escutcheon Finish (where applicable)
should be inspected quarterly and the sprinkler system
maintained in accordance with NFPA 25. Do not clean Note: When Model F1FR Recessed sprinklers are
sprinklers with soap and water, ammonia or any other ordered, the sprinklers and escutcheons are packaged
cleaning fluids. Remove dust by using a soft brush or gen- separately.
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 reputa- r
ble sprinkler contractors located throughout the United States, Canada and foreign countries.
Manufactured by -
The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. ' ® R P ee d
Rel
(800)431-1588 Sales Offices
(800)848 -6051 Sales Fax Revision lines indicate updated or new data
(914)829 -2042 Corporate Offices
www.reliablesprinkler.com Internet Address EG. Printed in U.S.A. 06/09 P449999970027
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® Model Fl FR
Model Fl FR Recessed
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Sprinklers CD
Model Fl FR Sprinkler Types
Standard Upright . . i.. .
Standard Pendent -- :,
Conventional °''9"
Vertical Sidewalk,_,. k . -
Horizontal Sidewall ;7
- HSW 1 Deflector _ s
Model F1 FR Recessed Sprinkler Types I - - - -5„
Recessed Pendent
Recessed Horizontal Sidewall Upright Pendent
- HSW 1 Deflector
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Listings & Approvals 1. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL)
2. Listed by Underwriters' Laboratories of Canada (ULC)
3. Certified by FM A provals: -
4. Loss Prevention Council (LPC, UK)
5. NYC BS&A No. 587 -75 -SA ill 6. Meets MIL- S -901C and MIL -STD 167 -1 -. r..ti ?_ .
7. Verband der Schadenversicherer (VdS, Germany)`:
8. NYC MEA 258 -93 -E
UL Listing Category Vertical Sidewall Conventional
Sprinklers, Automatic & Open
• Quick Response Sprinkler
UL Guide Number
VNIV — \
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Patents: US Patent No. 6,374,920 Applies to -
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Model Fl FR Vertical Sidewall Sprinklers.
Product Description Horizontal Sidewall Recessed Pendent
Reliable Models F1 FR and F1 FR Recessed Sprinklers are HSW 1 Deflector (Model FP Shown)
quick response sprinklers which combine the durability of a pands, forcing the bubble smaller and smaller as the liquid
standard sprinkler with the attractive low profile of a decorative pressure increases. Continued heating forces the liquid to
sprinkler. push out against the bulb, causing the glass to shatter,
The Models Fl FR and Fl FR Recessed automatic sprinklers opening the waterway and allowing the deflector to distrib-
utilize a 3.0 mm frangible glass bulb. These sprinklers have ute the discharging water.
demonstrated response times in laboratory tests which are
five to ten times faster than standard response sprinklers. This Application
quick response enables the Model Fl FR and F1 FR Recessed Quick response sprinklers are used in fixed fire protec-
sprinklers to apply water to a fire much faster than standard tion systems: Wet, Dry, Deluge or Preaction. Care must be
sprinklers of the same temperature rating. exercised that the orifice size, temperature rating, deflector
The glass bulb consists of an accurately controlled amount style and sprinkler type are in accordance with the latest
of special fluid hermetically sealed inside a precisely manu- published standards of the National Fire Protection Asso-
factured glass capsule. This glass bulb is specially con- ciation or the approving Authority Having Jurisdiction.
structed to provide fast thermal response. The balance of Quick response sprinklers are intended for installation as
'' parts are made of brass, copper and beryllium nickel. specified in NFPA 13, FM Global Loss Prevention Data
At normal temperatures, the glass bulb contains the fluid Sheet 2-8N or other applicable standards. Quick response
in both the liquid and vapor phases. The vapor phase can sprinklers and standard response sprinklers should not be
be seen as a small bubble. As heat is applied, the liquid ex- intermixed.
The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. 103 Fairview Park Drive, Elmsford, New York 10523
Model Fl FR Quick Pendent & Conventional Sprinklers .
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench •
Installation Data:
K Factor Sprinider Identification
Sprinider Type US Metric S Height r 0)11 SSU m I (SIN) SSP .
Standard - Upright (SSU) and Pendent (SSP) Deflectors Marked to Indicate Position
Y," (15mm) Standard Orifice with NPT (R)',) Thread 5.6 80 22' (56mm) 123,45,6,7 R3625 R3615
' %," (20mm) large Orifice with %" NPT (R Thread "' 8.0 115 2.3" (58mm) 1,2,3,4,7,8 . R3622 R3612
/a' (17mm) Small Orifice with y" NPT (Ry) Thread ' • 4.2 60 2.2" (56mm) 1,2,8 . R3623 R3613
3e" (1 0mm) Small Orifice with y" NPT (R)2) Thread 2.8 40 2.2" (56mm) 1,2,8 R3621 R3611
10mm Orifice XLH with R3/8" Thread 4.2 60 56mm . 4,6,7 R3624 R3614
Conventional-Install in Upright or Pendent Position
10mm Orifice XLH with R9 Thread 4.2 ' 60 56mm . R3674
15mm Standard Orifice with y," NPT (R)) Thread 5.6 80 56mm 4,6,7 R3675
20mm Large Orifice with 3 /4 "'NPT (R3/4) Thread '' 8.0 115 58mm 4,7 • R3672
(1) Polyester coated upright UL and ULC listed corrosion resistant.
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Upright Pendent Conventional' '
Model F1 FR Quick Response Recessed Pendent Sprinkler
Installation Wrench: Model GFR1 Sprinkler Wrench
Installation Data:
Nominal -.. . Thread K Factor Sprinkler Approval Sprinkler Identification
Orifice . . - Size US ' - Metric Height Organizations Number (SIN)
)2" (15mm) •y" NPT (R' /z) ' 5.6 - 80 2.2" (56mm) 1,2,3,4,5,7,8 R3615
'/ (2t)mm) 3;" NPT (8 8.0 115 2.3" (58mm) 1,2,3,8 R3612 •
Xfi' (11mm) • X " NPT (R' /) 4.2 60 2.2"(56mm) 1,2,8 R3613
%" (10mm) }2" NPT (R 2.8 40 2.2" (56mm) 1,2,8 R3611
-10mm - R% 4.2 60 56mm 4,7 R3614
(1) Refer to escutcheon data table for approvals and dimensions. .
2 +/4' HOLE Du. • • f 2 5 /8 [66. 7mm] .
•r (57.2mmJ HOLE IN CEILING
r
• I 75/16 2 5/16 DIA. [58.7mm]
F (49.2mm) CUP — ° •
r _ _4 =_�
I
7 x 7 /z' REDUCER I I I X 3/2' REDUCER
TURN COLLAR • T
AGAINST TIGHT
AGINST SPRINKLER 1 I
WRENCH 8055
1 I �\ /
tannic TO
ADJUSTMENT (' ) � l lr� FACE OF tannic
•
�/�' C�DIMENSION CEILING - �'`��
�•ne ZI
_ II(3 V ii , I FACE OF FITTING
TO FACE OF CEILING
_ a • \ ! D IME NSION ( +)
•
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t (J.zmmJ �Lrn 1 i�L� 1
. 2 27/22' OIA ADJUSTMENT -- --
(72.2mm) 7J6FGOI_E -- -- ._
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(7) REFER TO F+ & F2 ESCUTCHEON DATA TABLE FOR APPROVALS, AND DIMENSIONS (I) REFER TO FP ESCUTCHEON DATA 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:
■ Nominal Thread K Factor Sprinkler Approval Sprinkler .
Orifice Size US Metric Height Organizations Number (SIN)
Number (SIN)
'h" /" NPT (R /) 5.6 80 2.2" (56mm) 1, 2, 3, 6, 8
•
- R3685
15mm /" NPT (R'h) 5.6 80 _ 2.2" (56mm) • 4 t .
(1) LPC Approval is for Pendent position only.
, Orientation Deflector to Ceiling
Dimension (Min. - Max.)
alili Upright 4" -.12" (102mm - 305mm)
Pendent . 6" - 12" (152mm - 305mm)
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Vertical Sidewall . • . .
US Patent No. 6,374,920 , . .
Model Fl FR Quick R Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler
Deflector: HSW 1 -
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench '
Installation Data: •
Approval Organizations
• K Factor . and Type of Approval . . Sprinkler
Nominal Thread Sprinkler ' Identification
Light Ordinary Number (SIN)
Orifice Size US Metric Length Hazard Hazard
. , " ( 1 5 m m ) ' ,}2" NPT(R%) 5.6 ' ' 80 2.63" (67mm) 1,2,3,5,8 1,2,5,8.. R3635
NOTE: UL, ULC and MEA Listing permits use with F1 or F2 recessed escutcheon. FM Approvals do not permit recessed usage.
• 136FGO4 % / /�/ � /�//��
1 '4 %t
•
"-- ( ) FACE OF FITTING TO
. WALL DIMENSION
• ""`� - • „� 1 1/4 MIN.
'441 d - [31.8mm)
2 1/4 HOLE DIA. 4 ° -6•
(. �N� m � \� ��. ,r. [ )
[3.2mm 57.2mm /8
) [101.6mm- 152.4mm)
v; li
-- ' 1 � : 4 \ CEILING TO
0._ 1• X 1/2 REDUCER i \ ■ DEFLECTOR
1
1 15/16 DIA. l ill ,
Horizontal Sidewall [49.0.] — _ r r a' ;� 2 27/32 01A.
i 1 h IIMMIOP [72.2mm]
K ' ' 1
' - • LA
' TURN COLLAR UNTIL
TIGHT AGAINST SPRINKLER
WRENCH BOSS.
(
1 )
- ADJUSTMENT
. (1) REFER TO ESCUTHCEON DATA TABLE FOR APPROVALS AND DIMENSIONS. .
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•
Installation
Quick response sprinklers are intended for installation as tie vacuuming. Remove any sprinkler which has been
specified in NFPA 13, FM Global Loss Prevention Data Sheet painted (other than factory applied) or damaged in any
2-8N or other applicable standards. Quick response sprin- way. A stock of spare sprinklers should be maintained to
klers and standard response sprinklers should not be inter- allow quick replacement of damaged or operated sprin-
mixed. klers. Prior to installation, sprinklers should be maintained
The Model Fl FR Recessed Quick Response Sprinklers are to in the original cartons and packaging until used to mini- •
be installed as shown. The Model Fl or F2 Escutcheons illus- mize the potential for damage to sprinklers that would
trated are the only recessed escutcheons to be used with the cause improper operation or non - operation.
Model Fl FR Sprinklers. The use of any other recessed escutch-
eon will void all approvals and negate all warranties. Sprinkler Types
When installing Model Fl FR Sprinklers, use the Model D Sprin- Standard Upright
kler Wrench. When installing Model Fl FR Recessed Pendent or Standard Pendent
Sidewall Sprinklers, use the Model GFR1 Sprinkler Wrench. Any Conventional
other type of wrench may damage these sprinklers. Sidewall (Vertical, Horizontal HSW1)
Glass bulb sprinklers have orange bulb protectors to minimize Recessed Pendent
bulb damage during shipping, handling and installation. RE- Recessed Horizontal Sidewall HSW1
MOVE THIS PROTECTION AT THE TIME THE SPRINKLER
SYSTEM IS PLACED IN SERVICE FOR ARE PROTECTION. Re- . Finishes (1) (2) •
moval of the protectors before this time may leave the bulb vul- Standard Finishes
nerable to damage. RASCO wrenches are designed to install Sprinkler Escutcheon
' sprinklers when covers are in place. REMOVE PROTECTORS Bronze Brass
BY UNDOING THE CLASP BY HAND. DO NOT USE TOOLS Chrome Plated Chrome Plated (3)
TO REMOVE THE PROTECTORS. White Polyester Coated White Painted (3)
Temperature Ratings special Application Finishes
'Sprinkler Sprinlder Escutcheon
Classification Temperature Ambient Bulb
Temp. Color Bright Brass Bright Brass
°C °F
. Black Plated Black Plated
Ordinary 57 135 100°F (38°C) Orange Black Paint Black Paint
Ordinary 68 155 100°F(38°C) Red Off White Off White
Intermediate 79 175 150°F (66°C) Yellow
Intermediate 93 200 150°F(66°C) Green Satin Chrome Satin Chrome
High (1) 141 286 225°F (107°C) Blue (1) Other finishes and colors are available on special order. '
(1) Not available for recessed sprinklers. Consult the factory for details. '
Escutcheon Data (2) FM Approvals is limited to bronze and brass, chrome or black
plated finishes only.
«A» FaceRtln ( FP Push - on/Thread -off escutcheon.
Model APPS Adjustment • Dinension toGa@rg ( UL and ULC listed corrosion resistance.
Wall Dimension SIN numbers: R3621, R3622, R3623, R3625. I •
Max Recess (38.1 mm), 3 8 '3;e' Note: For %" orifice pendent FM approved white
F, 1,2,4,e Min Recess % ", (5mm -24mm) polyester coated and UL approved white polyester
(19.1 mm) corrosion resistant sprinklers refer to Bulletin 014.
1 y "
F2 1,2,3t'),4,5,7,8 Max Recess (38.1mm) 'ye' ' Ordering Information
Mtn Recess '� (5mm -17mm) Specify:
(24mm) 1. Sprinkler Model
FP . 1,2 Max Re- ' % s " 1/ (38.1mm)
cessed - (11mm) 2. Sprinkler Type
Thread-off 1,2 Min Recessed 'S/6" 1" (25 4mm) 3. Orifice Size
(24mm) 4. Deflector Type •
No Dimensional Figure for FP 5. Temperature Rating
( ' ) Horizontal Sidewall is not FM approved in the reccesed configuration. 6. Sprinkler Finish
Maintenance • 7. Escutcheon Type
The Models F1FR and F1FR Recessed Sprinklers 8. Escutcheon Finish (where applicable)
should be inspected quarterly and the sprinkler system
maintained in accordance with NFPA 25. Do not clean Note: When Model F1FR Recessed sprinklers are
sprinklers with soap and water, ammonia or any other ordered, the sprinklers and escutcheons are packaged
cleaning fluids. Remove dust by using a soft brush or gen- separately.
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 reputa-
ble sprinkler contractors located throughout the United States, Canada and foreign countries.
Manufactured by
The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. ® Pecycle
, Relbit ReIiabk
(800)431-1588 Sales Offices
(800)848 - 6051 Sales Fax Revision lines indicate updated or new data
(914)829 -2042 Corporate Offices
- www.retiablesprinkler.com Internet Address EG. Printed in USA 06/09 P/N9999970027