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Recessed Horizontal Sidewall upright Pendent
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Listings & Approvals 7 + `
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1. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) i 1. As
2 Listed by Underwriters' Laboratories of Canada (ULC) ; II l„
3. Certified by FM Approvals / • '
4 Loss Prevention Council (LPC, UK) ') , r<rt+ C ',r
5 NYC BS &A No. 587 -75 -SA �_
6 Meets MIL- S -901C and MIL -STD 167 -1 4
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
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Patents: US Patent No 6,374,920 Applies to ' ; „ = ; _
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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 F I FR Recessed Quick response sprinklers are used in fixed fire protec-
sprinklers to apply water to a fire much faster than standard Lion 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 F1 FR Quick Response Upright, Pendent & Conventional Sprinklers
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench
A Installation Data:
K Factor Sprinkler Identification
Sprinkler I Approval Number SIN
Sprinkler Type US Height Organization I (SIN)
. Metric 9 i Or anrzation SSU _1_ SSP
! Stan ; ia•cl- Uprght (SSU) ani i Pencent (SSP) De,lector s Marred to Indicate Position _
(15mn) Staniar d Orifice with NPT (R'' ) Thread 5 6 . 80 2 2 "_(`.)6i ni r1) _ 1 1.2,3,4,5.6 7 R3625 R3615
;," (20mm) Large Orifice with,;" NPT (R )Thread 8 0 1 15 _ 2. 3" (58mm) 1 2,3,4,7,8 i R3622 R3612
(17mm) Small Orifice with ,;' NPT (R l';) Tweed 4 2 i 60 2 2" (56mm) 1.2,8 R3623 R3613
:i•� (10mm ) Small Orifice with,y NPT R is Thread 2 8 40 2 2" (56mrn 1,2,8 I R3621 83611
1 10mm Orifice XL1-1 with R''_" Thread 4 2 60 56mm 4 6,7 R3624 -- R3614
Conventional- Install in Upright or Pendent Position
10mm Orifice XI-H with R Thread i 1 2 i 60 56rnr•i i - R3674
15mnt Star roard Orifice with 1 " NPT (R`,) Threat I 5 6 1 SO 56i run j 4.6,7 R3675
20mm Large Orrtice with 3 /" NP I (Rail)I hread - _ _ _8 0 - _I _ 115 58mm ; 4 7 R3672
it 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:
N ominal j Thread K Factor Sprinkler Approval Sprinkler Identification
Orifice Size US I Metric Height Organizations Number (SIN)
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" ( 1 5mm) I , ; NPT (R;'4) 5 6 I 80 ; 2 2" (56mm) - j 12,3 4,5.7,8 R3615 . -_
"% " (20mm) Y," NPT (R 8 0 I 115 2 3" (58mm) j 1,2,3,8 ! R3612
%; ' (1 1rnm) L lz" NPT (R%) 4 2 I 60 2 2" (56mm) j 1,2.8 R3613
" (10 mm)_ -- I ;'NPT (R %z) 2.8 I 40 2.2 "(56mm) ( 1,2,8 R3611
10rnm _ Ro 4 2 60 j _56mm 1 4,7 R3614
(i i Refer to escutcheon data table for approvals and dimensions
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Model F1 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 Height Organizations Number (SIN)
• i US Metric g g Number (SIN)
'if' NPT (R%) I 5 6 80 2 2" (56n 1 2. 3, 6, 8 i
— R3685
15mm 1" NPT (R1) i 5 6 80 2 2" (56mm) 4 t'
( "LPG Approval is for Pendent position only
Orientation Deflector to Ceiling .
Dimension (Min. - Max.) •
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Upright 1" - 12" (102inm - 305mm)
Pendent 6" - 12" (1521nn: - 305inm)
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US Patent No. 6,374,920
Model F1 FR Quick Response Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler
Deflector: HSW 1
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench
Installation Data:
Approval Organizations
I K Factor , and Type of Approval ; Sprinkler
Nominal Thread I Sprinkler Identification
Light Ordinary 1 Number (SIN)
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I Orifice Size US 1 Metric 1 Length Hazard Hazard
•�' (15rnm) ," NPT(R'h) 5 6 80 ' ; 2.63" (67mm) 1,2,3.5,8 1,2,5,8 I R3635
NOTE: UL, ULC and MEA Listing permits use with Fl or F2 recessed escutcheon
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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 Pi for 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 F1 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 F1FR Sprinklers The use of any other recessed escutch- Sprinkler Types
eon will void all approvals and negate all warranties Standard Upright
When installing Model Fl FR Sprinklers, use the Model D Sprin-
kler Wrench Wnen installing Model F1FR Recessed Pendent or Standard Pendent
Sidewall Sprinklers, use the Model GFR 1 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 " .._
moval of the protectors before this time may leave the bulb vul- Standard Finishes
nerable to damage. RASCO wrenches are designed to install - _ Sprinkler I Escutcheon I
sprinklers when covers are in place. REMOVE PROTECTORS Bronze Brass
BY UNDOING THE CLASP BY HAND DO NOT USE TOOLS Chrome Plated Chrome Plated (31
TO REMOVE THE PROTECTORS White Polyester Coated i White Painted 131 I
Temperature Ratings Special Application Finishes
i I Sprinkler
i Sprinkler I Escutcheon
Max. Ambient Bulb I Bright Brass Bright Brass
Classification I Temperature,,, -, Temp. Color p l I Black Plated Black Plated
Ordinary 57 1 135 100+(38'C) Orange Black Paint Black Paint
Ordinary 1 68 I 155 107F (38'C) Red IOff White Off White
Intermediate 1 79 , 175 150"F (66 "C) Yellow Satin Chrome Satin Chrome
Intermediate I 93 20) 150'F(66°C) Green I - - - -- - -- - --- -- - - --I— I
High''' 141 i 286 225'f (107'C) Blue iii Otner finishes and colors are available on special order
( — — — — — Consult the factory for details
Not available for recessed sprinklers (2) FM Approvals is limited to bronze and brass, chrome or black
Escutcheon Data plated finishes only
1 -. -- -- ._.... :31 FP Push-on/Thread-off escutcheon
1 Escutcheon ; I A „ Face ofFiltirlg i (4) UL and ULC listed corrosion resistance
I Model Approvals Adjustment ' Dimension to Ceiling or SIN numbers rmbers R3621, R3622, R3623, R3625
Wall Dimension
4 ; Note: For y" orifice pendent FM approved white
of o ce e M e d
Max Recess ; (38 1 mrn) "- ' ,6" polyester coated and UL approved white polyester
F1 1.2,4,8 i Min Recess l y " (5mm -24mm)
corrosion resistant sprinklers refer to Bulletin 014.
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1/ ,. „ Ordering Information
F2 1,2,.1,4,5,7, Max Recess (38 1mm) w;,;' i;
I Min Recess 'j, (5mm- 17mm) Specify'
1 (24mm) 1. Sprinkler Model
FP 1,2 Max Recessed b 1 y - ;'(38 1mm) 2 Sprinkler Type
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Push-on/ i - - 3 Orifice Size
I Thread -off I 1,2 Min Recessed I vi° 1 "(254mm) 4. Deflector Type
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No Dimensional Figure for FP 5. Temperature Rating
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 ores( pled in this bulletin is to be installed in accordance with the latest pertux•ni Standards of the National Fire Protection Association, Factory Mutual Research
Corporation of othe: similar organizations and also with the provisions of governmental codes or ordinances :menever applicable
Products mai iufaciured and distributed by Reliable have peen protecting l to and property icr Over 80 year s and are installed and serviced by the most highly qualified and reputa-
ble sprinkler conk actors located throughout Co h United States, Canada and foreign count'iet,
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