Report (126) Application
Model Fl Res Sprinklers are used for Residential Fire Pro- K=7.6) that will provide lower pressure demands for
tection according to UL 1626 Standard. Be sure that orifice 0.1 gpm/ft2 densities in NFPA 13 residential applica-
size, temperature rating, deflector style and sprinkler type tions.
are in accordance with the latest published standards of Example No. 1
The National Fire Protection Association or the approving Room Size= 12 ft x 20 ft (3.6 m x 6.1 m)
authority having jurisdiction. Coverage Area= 12 x 20 = 240 ft2 (22.3 m2)
When using Fl Residential Sprinklers for systems designed Flow @ 0.10 gpm/ft2 density= 240 x 0.10 = 24 gpm
to NFPA 13D or NEPA 13R, use listed area of coverage and Using an Fl Res 49 Pendent Sprinkler, K=4.9
minimum flow and pressure requirements shown in Bulletin Pressure= (24/4.9)2 = 24 psi (1.65 bar)
135. The baseline flow for a 20 ft x 20 ft (6.1 m x 6.1 m) cover-
For systems designed to NFPA 13, use information in this age area using the baseline density of 0.05 gpm/ft2 will
bulletin. The number of design sprinklers shall be the most be 20 gpm @ 16.7 psi (75.7 L/min @ 1.14 bar). There-
hydraulically demanding sprinklers as required by NFPA fore, the minimum flow required is 24 gpm @ 24 psi (90.8
13. Flows and pressures can not be below the baseline L/min @ 1.65 bar).
flows and pressures.
NFPA 13 Example No. 2
For residential sprinkler systems designed to NFPA 13, a Room Size= 8 ft x 20 ft (2.4 m x 6.1 m)
minimum density of 0.1 gpm/ft2 must be provided over the Coverage Area= 8 x 20 = 160 ft (14.9 m2)
"design area" that includes the four (4) hydraulically most Flow @ 0.10 gpm/ft density= 160 x 0.10 = 16 gpm
demanding sprinklers for the actual coverage areas being Using an Fl Res 49 Pendent Sprinkler, K=4.9
protected by the 4 sprinklers. The minimum required dis Pressure= (16/4.9) = 10.7 psi (0.74 bar)
charge from each of the four most hydraulically demanding The baseline flow for a 20 ft x 20 ft (6.1 m x 6.1 m) cover
sprinklers shall be the greater of the following: age area using the baseline density of 0.05 gpm/ft2 will
1. The flow rates given in the Reliable Residential be 20 gpm @ 16.7 psi (75.7 L/min @ 1.14 bar). Therefore,
Sprinkler Technical Bulletins referenced in Table A the minimum flow required is 20 gpm @ 16.7 psi (75.7
for NFPA 13D and 13R as a function of temperature L/min @ 1.14 bar).
rating and maximum allowable coverage area (for
actual coverage areas less than or between those Example No. 3
indicated in the respective technical bulletin, it is re- Room Size= 10 ft x 16 ft (3.0 m x 4.91 m) 2
quired to use the minimum required flow for the next Coverage Area= 10 x 16 = 160 ft2 (14.9 m )
largest coverage area); or Flow @ 0.10 gpm/ft2 density= 160 x 0.10 = 16 gpm
2. A minimum discharge density of 0.1 gpm/ft2 applied Using an Fl Res 76 Pendent Sprinkler, K=7.6
over the"design area"consisting of the four most by The baseline flow for a 16 ft x 16 ft coverage area is 21
draulically demanding sprinklers for the actual coy gpm @ 7.6 psi (79.5 L/min @ 0.52 bar). Therefore, the
erage areas being protected by the four sprinklers. minimum flow and pressure is 21 gpm @ 7.6 psi (79.5
The maximum dimension of the actual coverage area L/min @ 0.52 bar).
cannot be any greater than the maximum coverage Example No. 4 •
area indicated in the technical bulletins referenced Room Size= 14 ft x 18 ft (4.3 m x 5.5 m)
in Table A. Coverage Area= 14 x 18 = 252 ft2 (23.6 m2)
Design Note: Using the As = S x L method to de Flow @ 0.10 gpm/ft2 density= 252 x 0.10 = 25.2 gpm
termine the sprinkler protection area of coverage in (94.6 L/min)
accordance with NFPA 13,apply the 0.1 gpm/ft2den Using an Fl Res 76 Pendent Sprinkler, K=7.6
sity to this area to determine the minimum required Pressure= (252/7.6)2 = 11 psi (0.76 bar)
flow. Compare this flow to the minimum 0.05 gpm/ft2 The baseline flow and pressure of an 18 ft x 18 ft cover-
cULus Listed flow for the appropriate coverage area age area is 21 gpm @ 7.6 psi (79.5 L/min @ 0.52 bar).
in the technical bulletin for the specific residential Therefore, the minimum flow and pressure is 25.2 gpm @
sprinkler. If the flow stated in the technical bulletin 11si (94.6 L/min @ 0.76 bar).
is less than the calculated 0.1 gpm/ft2 density flow p
required,the .1 density flow must then be used in the In general residential sprinklers require flows and
equation Q=K solving for P, to establish the mini pressures as listed for 0.05 densities to achieve the
mum required pressure using the sprinkler K-factor. proper spray pattern so the flows and pressures at
Note: In many cases the listed flow of individual resi 0.05 density are the baseline flows and pressures.
dential sprinklers may exceed the required minimum Flows and pressures below the listed 0.05 density
0.05 gpm/ft2 density. Reliable has available resi shall not be used.
dential sprinklers with larger K-factors (K=5.8 and
2.
Technical Data: F1Res 30 Pendent and Recessed Pendent(SIN R3511)
Thread Nominal Orifice Max. Sprinkler Max. Actual Sprinkler
Size Inch(mm) Pressure Temp. Rating Ambient Temp. K Length
psi(bar) °F 1 °C °F °C Factor Inch(mm)
1/2" NPT21/,„(8.2) 175(12) 155 68 100 38 3.0 2.25(57)
(R%) 175 79
**Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density
Max. Ordinary Temp. Rating Intermediate Temp. Rating Top of Deflector Minimum
Max.Coverage area (155°F/68°C) (175°F/79°C)
Ft x Ft(m x m) Spacing Flow Pressure Flow Pressure to Ceiling Spacing
Ft(m) GPM(L/min) PSI(bar) GPM(L/min) PSI(bar) Inch(mm) Ft(m)
12 x 12(3,6 x 3,6) 12(3,6) 8(30,3) 7.0(0,48) 8(30,3) 7.0(0,48) 1 to 4(25 to 100);
1/2 recessed using 8(2,4)
14 x 14(4,3 x 4,3) 1 14(4,3) 10(37,8) 11 (0,76) 10(37,8) 11 (0,76) F2 escutcheon
For Ceiling types refer to NFPA 13, 13R or 13D
**Calculate for a .10 density but in no case go below the baseline flows & pressures
Technical Data: Fl Res 49 Pendent and Recessed Pendent
Nominal Sprinkler Max. Max. Actual Sprinkler Escutcheon*, Fl or F2, Data:
Thread Orifice Temp. Pressure Ambient Length
Size Inch Rating psi Temp. K inch T Adjustment "A„ Face of fitting to
(mm) °F °C (bar) °F °C Factor (mm) yPe Inch(mm) Inch(mm) Inchch(mm)
/
'/2"NPT /6,(11) 155 68 175(12) 100 38 4.9 2.25(57) Min.=3/4(19.1) 3/,e-'s/s
(R'/z) 175 79 150 66 F1 '/<"(19.0) Max.=11/ 38.1
( ) (4.7-24.0)
**Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density F2 '/2"(12.7) Min.='s/,s(23.8) 3/16-1716
Max.=11/2(38.1) (4.7-17.4)
*Note: Escutcheons F1 or F2 may be used with
Deflector-to - ceiling Model F1 Res 49&58 Recessed Pendent Sprinkler
Maximum 1"(25mm)to 4"(100mm) *Deflector-to-ceiling
Max.Sprinkler Sprinkler Maximum 4"(100mm)to 8"(203mm)
Flow Pressure
Spacing gpm(Lpm) psi(bar) Identification Max.Sprinkler Row Pressure Sprinkler
ft (m) Number(SIN) Spacing Identification
12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 13(49) 7.0(0.48) ft (m) gpm(Lpm) psi(bar) Number(SIN)
14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 13(49) 7.0(048) 12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 15(57) 9.4 (0.65)
16 x 16(4.9x4.9) 13(49) 7.0(0.48) R3516 14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 16(60.5) 10.6(0.73)
18 x 18(5.5x5.5) 17(64,3) 12.0(0.83) 16 x 16(4.9x4.9) 17(64.3) 12.0(0.83) R3516
20x20(6.1)(6.1) 20(75.7) 16.7(1.14) 18 x 18(5.5x5.5) 19(72) 15.0(1.0)
20 x 20(6.1x6.1) 22(83.2) 20.2(1.4)
*Note: The F1 Res 49 pendent and recessed pendent residential
sprinklers can be installed per NFPA 13 in beamed ceilings
meeting the following criteria:
1. Maximum beam depth=7"(178mm)
2. Beam spacing at or greater than 7.5 ft. (2.3m)on center.
Technical Data: Fl Res 58 Pendent and Recessed Pendent
Sprinkler Temp. Max.
Thread Size Nominal Orifice Rating Max. Pressure Ambient Temp. K Sprinkler Length
Inch(mm) °F °C psi(bar) °F °C Factor Inch(mm)
155 8 10 38
1/2"NPT(R1/2) 1/2 (13) 175 6g 175(12) 160 66 5.8 2.25(57)
**Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density
Max. Sprinkler Spacing Flow Pressure Ceiling-to-Deflector Sprinkler Identification
ft(m) gpm(Lpm) psi(bar) Inch(mm) Number(SIN)
12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 16(61) 7.6(0.53)
14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 16(61) 7.6(0.53)
1-4
• 16 x 16(4.9x4.9) 16(61) 7.6(0.53) (25-100)
R3513
18 x 18(5.5x5.5) 19(72) 10.8(0.75)
20 x 20(6.1x6.1) 22(83.3) 14.4(1.0)
**Calculate for a .10 density but in no case go below the baseline flows & pressures
4.
Technical Data: F1 Res 30 CCP Pendent and Recessed Pendent/FP(SIN R3511)
CCP Assembly Max.
Thread Nominal Orifice 1 Max. Pressure K Sprinkler Length
Temp. Rating Ambient Temp.
Size Inch(mm) psi(bar) °F °C °F °C Factor Inch(mm)
1/2"NPT(R1/2) 21/64"(8.2) 175(12) 135 57 100 38 3.0 2.25(57)
*Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density
Ordinary Temp. Rating
Max. Coverage area Max. Spacing (155°F/68°C) Top of Deflector Minimum
to Ceiling Spacing
Ft x Ft(m x m) Ft(m) Flow Pressure Inch(mm) Ft(m)
GPM(L/min) PSI(bar)
12 x 12(3,6 x 3,6) 12(3,6) 8(30,3) 7.0(0,48) 1 to 4(25 to 100);
1(13mm)recessed 8(2,4)
14 x 14(4,3 x 4,3) 14(4,3) 11 (37,8) 13.4(0,92) using FP escutcheon
For Ceiling types refer to NFPA 13, 13R or 13D
*Calculate for a .10 density but in no case go below the baseline flows & pressures
Technical Data: Fl Res 49 CCP Pendent and Recessed Pendent/FP CCP Options Data:
Nominal CCP Max. Sprinkler "A"
Sprinkler Max. "B"
Thread Orifice Assembly Ambient K Length Cover
Size Inch Temp. Rating Temp. Rating Pressure Temp. Factor Inch Adjustment CCP Height
psi(bar) Inch(mm)
(mm) °F °C °F °C °F C (mm) Inch(mm)
•
h(RN�T 'he"(11) 155 68 135 57 175(12) 100 38 4.9 2.25(57) 1/2(12.7) e/,e(24)
3/16(4.7) 3/4 (19)
*Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density FP Data "A":
Max. Sprinkler Sprinkler "A"
Flow Pressure FP Position
Spacing gpm(Lpm) psi(bar) Identification Inch(mm)
ft(m) Number(SIN)
Max. Recessed '/ie(11)
12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 13(49) 7.0(0,48)
Min. Recessed 15/16(24)
14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 13(49) 7.0(0.48)
16 x 16(4.9x4.9) 14(53) 8.2(0.56) R3516 Note:Sprinklers shown in Fig.3 and
Fig. 4 are not suitable for in-
18 x 18(5.5x5.5) 18(68.1) 13.5(0.93) stallation in ceilings which
20 x 20(6.1x6.1) 20(75.7) 16.7(1.14) have positive pressure in the
space above.
Technical Data: Fl Res 58 CCP Pendent and Recessed Pendent/FP
Sprinkler CCP Assembly Max.Ambient Sprinkler
Nominal Orifice Max. Pressure K
Thread Size Temp. Rating Temp. Rating Temp. Length Inch
Inch(mm) psi(bar) °F °C • Factor (mm)
1"NPT(R1/2) '/(13) 155 68 135 57 175(12) 100 38 5.8 2.25(57)
*Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density
Max. Sprinkler Spacing Flow Pressure Sprinkler Identification
ft(m) gpm(Lpm) psi(bar) Number(SIN)
12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 16(61) 7.6(0.53)
14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 16(61) 7.6(0.53)
16 x 16(4.9x4.9) 16(61) 7.6(0.53) R3513
18 x 18(5.5x5.5) 19(72) 10.8(0.75)
20x20(6.1x6.1) 22(83.3) 14.4(1.0)
*Calculate for a .10 density but in no case go below the baseline flows & pressures
6.
• Model Fl Res 44 SWC*
' 4.10 72"
[101 60,16r7 To
304.80mm,)
,7 �, 7 7/4"[3Moximum
.0 i� Foce O Of fitting PUSH ON COVER, THEN
�''' To Woll Dlmens,on
TURN TO ADJUST UNTIL
TIGHT AGAINST WALL.
§ ,a „ ,t/0411,;,:!!-,:,' '' X 1 2"keducer jit l
y H ... 1 �,470:4'
:4 Recommended ,7�+r vJ
11
r'„ Wol/Hole 2 5/76" /x ,���%�xyi
,sO 2 5/8" [58.74mm]--. � 3 5/16"
n-T--_ i��` /
[66.68mm) Dia 9l//e�,i7.
Di -L___---
• [84 14,-,,d
Y J 0io.
JI ',1
TURN COLLAR UNTIL
TIGHT AGAINST SPRINKLER
`-' ' 7 71/32.,
WRENCH BOSS
[42.07mm]
135F007 —.- 1/2"[12.70mm]
*Not listed for corrosion resistance, Adosrmesl
Fl RES 44 SWC
Fig. 5
Technical Data: Fl Res 44 SWC
Sprinkler Cover Max.
Thread Nominal Temp. Temp. Max. Ambient K Sprinkler
Size Orifice Rating Rating Pressure Temp. Factor Length
Inch(mm) °F °C °F °C psi(bar) of pC Inch(mm)
/z"NPT 3/8(10) 155 68 135 57 175(12) 100 38 4.4 2,45(62) •
(R1/2)
*Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density
Max. "A"Ceiling-to- Sprinkler
Flow Pressure
Sprinkler Spacing Deflector Identification
ft(m) Inch(mm) gpm(Lpm) psi(bar) Number(SIN)
12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 13(49.2) 8.7(0.60)
14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 14(53.0) 10.2(0.71)
16 x 16(4.9x4.9) (101 52) 17(64.3) 15.0(1.1)
16 x 18(4.9x5.5) 19(71.8) 18.7(1.13)
16 x 20(4.9x6,1) 23(87.1) 27.4(1.89) R3531
12 x 12(3,6x3,6) 14(52.9) 10.2(0.71)
14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 6- 12 15(56.7) 11.7(0.81)
16 x 16(4.9x4.9) (152-305) 18(68.1) 16.8(1.16)
16 x 18(4.9x5.5) 20(75.6) 20.7(1.43)
*Calculate for a .10 density but in no case go below the baseline flows & pressures
8.
Technical Data: Fl Res 58 HSW & HSW/F2
Sprinkler Max. Escutcheon, F2, Data:
Thread Nominal Temp. Max. Ambient Sprinkler
K Face of Fitting to
Orifice RatingPressure Temp. Length Type Adjustment wall
Size Inch(mm) °F °C psi(bar) °F °C Factor Inch(mm) Inch(mm) Inchmm
( )
1/2" NPT 1/(13) 155 68 175(12) 100 38 5.8 2.45(62) F2 1/2(13) 3/16-"/16(4.7- 17.4)
(R'/z) 175 79 150 66
*Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density
"A"
Max. Sprinkler Sprinkler
Ceiling-to- Flow Pressure
Sprinkler Spacing Temp. Rating Identification
ft(m) Deflector °F(°C) gpm(Lpm) psi(bar) Number(SIN)
Inch(mm)
12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 155(68) 175(79) 16(60.6) 7.6(0.53)
14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 155(68) 175(79) 18(68.2) 9.7(0.67)
16 x 16(4.9x4.9) (101 52) 155(68) 175(79) 21 (79.5) 13.2(0.91)
16 x 18(4.9x5.5) 155(68) 175(79) 25(94.7) 18.6(1.28)
16 x 20(4.9x6.1) 155(68) 175(79) 29(109.8) 25(1.73) R3533
12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 155(68) 175(79) 22(83.3) 14.4(1.0)
14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 6-12 155(68) 175(79) 22(83.3) 14.4(1.0)
16 x 16(4.9x4.9) (152-305) 155(68) 175(79) 26(98.4) 20.1 (1.39)
16 x 18(4.9x5.5) 155(68) 175(79) 31 (117.4) 28.6(1.97)
*Calculate for a .10 density but in no case go below the baseline flows & pressure
9.
Technical Data: KRes58 HSWX(RA3593)
Nominal Max. Max. Sprinkler Sprinkler
Thread Orifice Pressure Ambient K Length Identification
Size Inch(mm) psi(bar) Temp. Factor Inch Number(SIN)
°F °C (mm)
Link /2 NPT" 1/2"(13) 175(12) 100 38 5.8 2.45(62) RA3593
(R'/z)
*Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density
Ordinary Temp. Rating Top of Deflector Minimum
Max.Coverage area Max.Spacing (165°F/74°C)
Ft x Ft(m x m) Ft(m) Flow Pressure to Ceiling Spacing
GPM(L/min) PSI(bar) Inch(mm) Ft(m)
•
18 x 20(5,5 x 6,1) 18(5,5) 29(109) 25(1,72)
1 20x20(6,1x6,1) 20(6,1) 30(114) 26.8(1,85)
4 to 6(100 to 152);
16 x 22(4,9 x 7,3) 16(4,9) 33(125) 32.4(2,23) 1/2(13)recessed
16 x 24(4,9 x 7,3) 16(4,9) 38(144) 42.9(2,96) using F2 escutcheon
14 x 26(4,3 x 7,9) 14(4,3) 42(160) 52.4(3,75) 8(2,4)
18 x 20(5,5 x 6,1) 18(5,5) 35(133) 36.4(2,5)
16 x 22(4,9 x 6,7) 16(4,9) 38(144) 42.9(2,96) 6 to 12(152 to 305);
1/2(13)Recessed
16 x 24(4,9 x 7,3) 16(4,9) 42(160) 52.4(3,6) using F2 escutcheon
14 x 26(4,3 x 7,9) 14(4,3) 46(174) 62.9(4,34)
For Ceiling types refer to NFPA 13, 13R or 13D
*Calculate for a 0.10 density but in no case go below the baseline floor and pressures.
Maintenance
Model Fl Res 30, 49, Fl Res 58 & Fl Res 76 Sprin- manufacturer's installation guidelines and the appli-
klers should be inspected and the sprinkler system cable installation standard. Where pendent residential
maintained in accordance with NFPA 25, 13, 13D, and sprinklers are installed under sloped ceilings having
13R. Do not clean sprinkler with soap and water, Am- a pitch from [4/12] to [8/12], the sprinklers shall be
monia or any other cleaning fluids. Remove dust by listed for such use. Deflector-to-ceiling distance list-
using a soft brush or gentle vacuuming. Remove any ing shall be 1" to 8" maximum. Sprinkler frame and de-
sprinkler which has been painted (other than factory flector shall be of bronze frame construction having a
applied)or damaged in any way.A stock of spare sprin- 1/2" NPT thread. Water seal assembly shall consist of a
klers should be maintained to allow quick replacement Teflon* coated Belleville spring washer with top-loaded i
of damaged or operated sprinklers. Prior to installation, extruded or cold head cup with 3 mm glass bulb con-
sprinklers should remain in the original cartons and taining no plastic parts, and having a temperature rat-
packaging until used. This will minimize the potential ing of [155°F (68°C)] [175°F (79°C)]. Sprinklers shall
for damage to sprinklers that could cause improper op- have a nominal K-factor of 4.9 & 5.8. Standard finish:
eration or non-operation. [Bronze] [Chrome-plated] [White Polyester] [Special
Model F1 Res 30, 49 & 58 Pendent Sprinkler finish-specify]. Residential pendent sprinklers shall be
Specifications Reliable Model Fl Res 49 & 58, SIN R3516 & R3513
p (Bulletin 135).
Sprinklers shall be [cULus Listed] [New York City
MEA Approved (258-93-E)] low flow residential pen-
dent sprinklers engineered to provide a minimum de-
sign density of 0.10 gpm/ft2 over the listed coverage
area. Listed flows as specified by the manufacturer's
technical data sheets are to be used. Residential
sprinklers shall be installed in conformance with the
*DuPont Registered Trademark
11.
Model Fl Res 30,49&58 Recessed Pendent/F1,
Model Fl Res 30,49&58 Recessed Pendent/F2, plate adjustment. Cover plate temperature rating shall be
Model Fl Res 30,49&58 Recessed Pendent/FP 135°F(57°C). A plastic protective cap shall be provided
Sprinklers shall be [cULus Listed] [New York City MEA and factory installed inside the sprinkler cup to protect
Approved (258-93-E)] low flow residential recessed pen- the sprinkler from damage, which could occur during
dent sprinklers engineered to provide a minimum design construction before the cover plate is installed. Standard
density of 0.10 gpm/ft2 over the listed coverage area. cover plate finish: [White] [Custom Color-specify]. ]. Con-
Listed flows as specified by the manufacturer's technical cealed pendent sprinklers shall be Reliable Model Fl Res
data sheets are to be used. Residential sprinklers shall 49&58 CCP, SIN R3516& R3513(Bulletin 135).
be installed in conformance with the manufacturer's instal- Model Fl Res 44, Fl Res 58 Horizontal
lation guidelines and the applicable installation standard. Sidewall, Fl Res 58 HSWX & KRes58 HSWX
Where pendent residential sprinklers are installed under Residential Sprinkler Specifications
sloped ceilings having a pitch from [4/12] to [8/12], the P P
sprinklers shall be listed for such use. Deflector-to-ceiling Sprinklers shall be [cULus Listed] low flow residen
distance listing shall be 1"to 8" maximum. Sprinkler frame tial horizontal sidewall sprinklers engineered to pro
and deflector shall be of bronze frame construction hav vide a minimum design density of 0.10 gpm/ft2 over
ing a'/z" NPT thread. Water seal assembly shall consist of the listed coverage area. Listed flows as specified
a Teflon* coated Belleville spring washer with top-loaded by the manufacturer's technical data sheets are to be
extruded or cold head cup with 3 mm glass bulb contain- used. Residential sprinklers shall be installed in con-
ing no plastic parts, and having a temperature rating of formance with the manufacturer's installation guide
[155°F (68°C)] [175°F (79°C)]. Sprinklers shall have a lines and the applicable installation standard. Where
nominal K-factor of 4.9 (70). Standard finish: [Bronze] horizontal sidewall residential sprinklers are installed
[Chrome-plated] [White Polyester] [Special finish- spec- under sloped ceilings having a pitch from [4/12] to
8/12],the sprinklers shall be listed for such use. Sprin
ify]. Recessed escutcheon assembly shall be a steel, [
two-piece escutcheon [with 1" adjustment (Model F2)] kler frame and deflector shall be of bronze frame con
[with 3/4" adjustment (Model F1)] [of push-on and thread struction having a Y2" NPT thread, Water seal assem
off design with'/2"adjustment(Model FP)]. Standard finish bly shall consist of a Teflon-coated Belleville spring
shall be [brass][bright chrome] [white painted]. Residen washer with top loaded extruded or cold head cup
tial recessed pendent sprinklers shall be Reliable [Model with 3 mm glass bulb containing no plastic parts, and
Fl Res 49 & 58 Recessed Pendent/F1] [Model Fl Res having a temperature rating of [155°F (68°C)] [175°F
49 & 58 Recessed Pendent/F2] [Model Fl Res 49 & 58 (79°C)]. The solder element (Link) version, the water
Recessed Pendent/FP]SIN R3516&R3513(Bulletin 135). seal consist of a cap with a bellville spring washer and
a temperature rating of 165°F (74°C). The recessed
Model Fl Res 30, 49 & 58 CCP Pendent assembly forthe HSWX(Bulb & Link) should be a steel
(Concealed) two pieces escutcheon with 1/2" adjustment (Model
Sprinklers shall be [cULus Listed] [New York City MEA F2) standard finish should be Bright Chrome and white
Approved (258-93-E)] low flow residential concealed painted. The Fl Res 58 HSW is also available with low
sprinklers engineered to provide a minimum design den- lead frame. Fl Res 58 HSW and HSWX sprinklers shall
sity of 0.10 gpm/ft2 over the listed coverage area. Listed have a nominal K Factor of 5.8 and Fl Res 44 a nomi-
flows as specified bythe manufacturer's technical data nal K factor of 4.4. Standard finish: [Bronze] [Chrome-
sheetsp
are to be used. Residential sprinklers shall be in- plated] [White Polyester] [Special finish- specify].
stalled in conformance with the manufacturer's installa- Residential horizontal sidewall sprinklers shall be Reli-
tion guidelines and the applicable installation standard. able Model Fl Res 44, Fl Res 58, Fl Res 58 HSWX &
Where pendent residential sprinklers are installed under Model KRes58 HSWX, SIN R3531, RA3533 & RA3593
sloped ceilings having a pitch from [4/12] to [8/12], the (Bulletin 135).
sprinklers shall be listed for such use. Sprinkler frame and
deflector shall be of bronze frame construction having a
1/2" NPT thread. Water seal assembly shall consist of a
Teflon* coated Belleville spring washer with top-loaded
extruded or cold head cup with 3 mm glass bulb contain-
ing no plastic parts, and having a temperature rating of
155°F (68°C). Cover plate assembly shall consist of a
brass cover plate and copper alloy retainer flange. Meth-
od of attaching the cover plate to the sprinkler cup shall
be a push-on and thread-off design allowing a '/2" cover
"DuPont Registered Trademark
12.
Model Fl Res 44 & 58 Recessed Horizontal
Sidewall Sprinkler Residential recessed pendent sprinklers shall be Reliable
Use description for the Model Fl Res 58 horizontal [Model Fl Res 76 Recessed Pendent/F1] [Model Fl Res
sidewall sprinkler with the following modifications: Re- 76 Recessed Pendent/F2] [Model Fl Res 76 Recessed
place "horizontal sidewall sprinkler" with "recessed hori- Pendent/FP] SIN R7618(Bulletin 135).
zontal sprinkler." Add: Recessed escutcheon assembly Model Fl Res 76 CCP Pendent (Concealed)
shall be a steel, two-piece escutcheon with 1/2" adjust Sprinklers shall be [cULus Listed] low flow residential
ment (Model F2). Standard finish shall be [brass][bright concealed sprinklers engineered to provide a minimum
chrome] [white painted] [Special finish— specify]. Resi design density of 0.10 gpm/ft2 over the listed coverage
dentia) recessed horizontal sidewall sprinklers shall be area. Listed flows as specified bythe manufacturer's
Reliable Model Fl Res 58/F2, SIN R3513(Bulletin 135).
p
sheets are to be used. Residential sprin-
Model
data rin-
p
Model F1 Res 76 Pendent klers shall be installed in conformance with the manufac-
Sprinklers shall be [cULus Listed] low flow resi- turer's installation guidelines and the applicable installa-
dential pendent sprinklers engineered to provide a tion standard. Sprinkler frame and deflector shall be of
minimum design density of 0.10 gpm/ft2 over the list- bronze frame construction having a 3/4" NPT thread. Water
ed coverage area. Listed flows as specified by the seal assembly shall consist of a Teflon-coated Belleville
spring washer with machined or cold head cupwith 3
manufacturer's technical data sheets are to be used. sp g
Residential sprinklers shall be installed in conformance mm glass bulb containing no plastic parts, and having a
with the manufacturer's installation guidelines and the temperature rating of 155°F (68°C). Cover plate assem-
applicable installation standard. Sprinkler frame and bly shall consist of a brass cover plate and copper alloy
deflector shall be of bronze frame construction having retainer flange. Method of attaching the cover plate to the
a 3/4" NPT thread. Water seal assembly shall consist of sprinkler cup shall be a push-on and thread-off design
a Teflon-coated Belleville spring washer with machined allowing a '/2" cover plate adjustment. Cover plate tem-
or cold head cup with 3 mm glass bulb containing no perature rating shall be 135°F (57°C). A plastic protec-
plastic parts, and having a temperature rating of [155°F tive cap shall be provided and factory installed inside the
(68°C)] [175°F(79°C)], Sprinklers shall have a nominal sprinkler cup to protect the sprinkler from damage, which
K-factor of 7.6. Standard finish: [Bronze] [Chrome-plat- could occur during construction before the cover plate
ed] [White Polyester] [Special finish—specify]. Residen- is installed. Standard cover plate finish: [White] [Custom
tial pendent sprinklers shall be Reliable Model Fl Res Color—specify]. ]. Concealed pendent sprinklers shall be
76, SIN R7618 (Bulletin 135). Reliable Model Fl Res 76 CCP, SIN R7618(Bulletin 135).
Model Fl Res 76 Recessed Pendent/F1, Finishes(')
Model Fl Res 76 Recessed Pendent/F2, Standard Finishes
Model Fl Res 76 Recessed Pendent/FP Sprinkler Fl, F2, FP Escutcheons
Sprinklers shall be [cULus Listed] low flow residen- Bronze Brass
tial recessed pendent sprinklers engineered to provide Chrome Plated Bright Chrome Plated
a minimum design density of 0.10 gpm/ft2 over the listed White Polyester Coated(2) White Painted
coverage area. Listed flows as specified by the manu- Special Application Finishes
facturer's technical data sheets are to be used. Residen-
tial sprinklers shall be installed in conformance with the Sprinkler F1,F2,FP Escutcheons
manufacturer's installation guidelines and the applicable Electroless Nickel Electroless Nickel
installation standard. Sprinkler frame and deflector shall PTFE(Teflon®)*(2) PTFE(Teflon®)*
Bright Brass Bright Brass
be of bronze frame construction having a 3/4" NPT thread. Black Plated Black Plated
Water seal assembly shall consist of a Teflon-coated Bel- Black Paint Black Paint
leville spring washer with machined or cold head cup with Off White Off White
3 mm glass bulb containing no plastic parts, and having Chrome Dull Chrome Dull
a temperature rating of [155°F (68°C)] [175°F (79°C)]. ")Other finishes and colors are available on special order.
Sprinklers shall have a nominal K-factor of 7.6. Standard 2 Consult factory for details.
cULus listed Corrosion Resistant.
finish:[Bronze] [Chrome-plated][White Polyester] [Special
finish—specify]. Recessed escutcheon assembly shall be Ordering Information
a steel, two-piece escutcheon [with 1/2" adjustment(Mod- Specify:
el F2)] [with 3/4" adjustment (Model F1)] [of push-on and 1. Sprinkler Model
thread off design with '/2" adjustment (Model FP)]. Stan 2. Sprinkler Type
dard finish shall be[brass][bright chrome] [white painted]. 3. Temperature Rating
4. Sprinkler Finish
I *DuPont Registered Trademark 5. Escutcheon Finish
13.
ReliableM . . For Copm lete Protection
Reliable offers a wide selection of sprinkler components. Following are some of the many
precision-made Reliable products that guard life and property from fire around the clock.
• Automatic sprinklers • Deluge valves
• Flush automatic sprinklers • Detector check valves
• Recessed automatic sprinklers • Check valves
• Concealed automatic sprinklers • Electrical system
• Adjustable automatic sprinklers • Sprinkler emergency cabinets
• Dry automatic sprinklers' • Sprinkler wrenches
• Intermediate level sprinklers • Sprinkler escutcheons and guards
• Open sprinklers • Inspectors test connections
• Spray nozzles • Sight drains
• Alarm valves • Ball drips and drum drips
• Retarding chambers • Control valve seals
• Dry pipe valves • Air maintenance devices
• Accelerators for dry pipe valves • Air compressors
• Mechanical sprinkler alarms • Pressure gauges
• Electrical sprinkler alarm switches • Identification signs
• Water flow detectors • Fire department connection
The equipment presented in this bulletin is to be installed in accordance with the latest published 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 90 years,and are installed and serviced by the most highly
qualified and reputable sprinkler contractors located throughout the United States,Canada and foreign countries.
Manufactured by
The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. Recycled
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