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Model F1FR56 Sprinkler Types
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Standard Pendent
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Conventional
Vertical Sidewall
Horizontal Sidewall
I Model F1FR56 Recessed Sprinkler Types
Standard Pendent/F1/F2/FP Upright Pendent
Horizontal Sidewall
Model Fl FR56 Concealed Sprinkler Types
Standard Pendent
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Listing & Approvals
1. Underwriters Laboratories Inc. and Certified for
Canada(cULus). v.
2. Factory Mutual Approvals(FM) Vertical Sidewall Conventional
3. Loss Prevention Council (LPCB, UK)
4. VdS Schadenverhutung GmbH
UL Listing Category --�
Sprinklers,Automatic&Open(VNIV)
Quick Response Sprinkler
Product Description
IReliable Models F1FR56 Series Sprinklers are quick re-
sponse sprinklers which combine the durability of a stan- Horizontal Sidewall Recessed
dard sprinkler with the attractive low profile of a decorative Pendent/F1/F2
sprinkler.
The Models F1FR56 Series Recessed automatic sprin-
klers utilize a 3.0 mm frangible glass bulb. These sprin- r
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klers have demonstrated response times in laboratory tests ti
which are five to ten times faster than standard response
I sprinklers. This quick response enables the Model F1FR56
Series sprinklers to apply water to a fire much faster than n y ,
standard sprinklers of the same temperature rating.
The glass bulb consists of an accurately controlled amount Recessed Recessed
of special fluid hermetically sealed inside a precisely manu Horizontal Sidewall Pendent/FP
factured glass capsule. This glass bulb is specially con-
structed to provide fast thermal response.
At normal temperatures, the glass bulb contains the fluid Application
in both the liquid and vapor phases. The vapor phase can Quick response sprinklers are used in fixed fire protec-
be seen as a small bubble. As heat is applied, the liquid tion systems:Wet, Dry, Deluge or Preaction. Care must be
expands,forcing the bubble smaller and smaller as the liq exercised that the orifice size, temperature rating, defied
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id pressure increases. Continued heating forces the liquid
tor style and sprinkler type are in accordance with the lat
to push out against the bulb, causing the glass to shatter, est published standards of the National Fire Protection As-
sociation or the approving Authority Having Jurisdiction.
ute the discharging water. Quick response sprinklers are intended for installation as
specified in NFPA 13. Quick response sprinklers and stan-
dard response sprinklers should not be intermixed.
The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc., 103 Fairview Park Drive, Elmsford, New York 10523
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Model Fl FR56 Quick Response Upright, Pendent & Conventional Sprinklers
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench
Installation Data:
Sprinkler Identification Number Nominal Thread Nominal K Factor S p rinkler A pp roval
(SIN)
Orifice Size — — Height Organization
US i Metric i Upright Pendent
Standard-Upright(SSU)and pendent Deflectors Marked to Indicate Position
W'(15mm) 1"NPT(R') 5.6 80 2.25°(57mm) 1,2,3,4 RA14250) RA1414)1)(2)
Conventional-Install in Upright or Pendent Position
15mm171 1/2"NPT(R' ) 5.6 80 57mm 3,4 RA1475
)')cULus listed corrosion resistant(Polyester coated)sprinkler.
(21 Polyester coated FM approved sprinkler.
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Upright Pendent Conventional
Model Fl FR56 Quick Response Recessed Pendent Sprinkler
Installation Wrench: Model GFR2 Sprinkler Wrench
Installation Data:
Nominal Thread K Factor Sprinkler Sprinkler Identification Number
Orifice Size US 1 Metric Height (SIN)
1/2"(15mm) 'h"NPT(R1/2) 5.6 80 2,25"(57mm) RA1414
1') Refer to escutcheon data table for approvals and dimensions.
f-2 5/8'01k [66.7mm)
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