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Sprinklers APR -3 ii fes.;o 2i
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Model F156 Sprinkler Types -
Standard Upright --- ' .
Standard Pendent
Conventionalt ,
Vertical Sidewall ;
Horizontal Sidewall
Model F156 Recessed Sprinkler Types Upright Pendent Conventional
Pendent/F1/F2/FP
Horizontal Sidewall 'ry
Model F142, F1XLH & F128 Sprinkler Types -,,
Standard Upright t
Standard Pendent
Model F142, F1XLH &F128 Recessed Sprinkler
Vertical Sidewall Horizontal Sidewall Recessed
Types Pendent/F1/F2
Pendent/F1/F2/FP
Approval Organizations
1. Underwriters Laboratories Inc. and certified for ,t,---,,A-,!* ,`"d`, ".
Canada (cULus) ; "
2. Factory Mutual Approvals (FM) „_- _ " `j
3. Loss Prevention Council (LPCB, U
4. VdS SchadenverhUtung GmbH Recessed Recessed XLH Upright
5. EC Certificate: 0786-CPD-40237(RA1314) Horizontal Sidewall Pendent/FP
0786-CPD-40253 (RA1325)
0786-CPD-40254 (RA1375)
UL Listing Category '1# 47t
Sprinklers,Automatic&Open(VNIV) - =
Product Description XLH Pendent XLH Recessed
XLH Recessed
The F156, F142, F1XLH & F128 Series Glass Bulb PendentFl/F2 Pendent FP
Sprinkler combines the durability of a standard sprinkler The F156, F142, F1XLH&F128 Series Automatic Sprin-
with the attractive low profile of a decorative sprinkler. kler utilizes a 5.0 mm frangible glass bulb.The glass bulb
Whether installed on exposed piping or in an office cell- consists of an accurately controlled amount of special
ing, it is functional and attractive. fluid hermetically sealed inside a precisely manufactured
Beautifully versatile is the description for the Reliable glass capsule.This glass bulb is specially constructed to
Models F156, F142, F1XLH & F128 Series Recessed provide fast thermal response.
glass bulb sprinkler. Recessing the F156, F142, F1XLH& At normal temperatures, the glass bulb contains the
F128 Series enhances its already low profile decorative fluid in both the liquid phase and in the vapor phase.The
appearance, and facilitates a rapid and perfect installs vapor phase can be seen as a small bubble. As heat is
tion. applied, the liquid expands forcing the bubble smaller
The recessed escutcheon of the Models F156, F142, and smaller as the liquid pressure increases. Continued
F1XLH & F128 are highly adjustable. The two piece con- heating forces the liquid to push out against the bulb,
struction makes field installation a very easy and rapid causing the glass to shatter, opening the waterway and
task. This also allows ceiling panels to later be removed allowing the deflector to distribute the discharging water,
without shutting down the fire protection system, thus fa- The F156, F142, F1XLH & F128 Series Sprinkler tem-
cilitating maintenance of above ceiling services. perature rating is identified by the color of the glass bulb
capsule as well as frame color where applicable.
Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc., 103 Fairview Park Drive, Elmsford, New York 10523
Pintle
(XLH Only)
Deflector
gdinteA•ot
Load Screw
//asher Bulb
Cup
Frame
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Model F142,F1XLH Upright
Technical data:
Max. Min.
Models Nominal K-Factor Response Thread Working Working Temperature Finish
Size Pressure Pressure Rating
F156 5.6(80 Metric)
F142 1/2"NPT See See
F1XLH 4.2(60 Metric) Standard (R1/2) 175 PSI(' 7 PSI "Temperature °Finish Table"
Ratings"Table
F128 2.8(40 Metric)
Material Data:
Frame Deflector Load Screw Pintle Cup Washer Bulb
CDA Alloy 260, CDA Alloy 360 CDA Alloy 360 CDA Alloy 651 Nickel Alloy 440 or Alloy 360
DZR Brass CDA Alloy 220 or or or coated with PTFE Adhesive Glass
QM Brass or CDA Alloy 544 CDA Alloy 544 CDA Alloy 693 Tape
CDA Alloy 510
(1)Model F156 upright, pendent,and recessed pendent sprinklers(SIN RA1325 and RA1314)are cULus Listed for 250
psi (17 bar).
2.
Model F156, Upright, Pendent & Conventional Sprinklers
Model F142, F1XLH & F128 Upright & Pendent Sprinklers
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench or Model W2 Sprinkler Wrench
Installation Data:
Nominal Thread Nominal K-Factor Sprinkler Approval Sprinkler Identification Number
Orifice Size Height Organization (SIN)
US Metric Upright Pendent
Standard-Upright(SSU)and pendent Deflectors Marked to Indicate Position
1/2"(15mm)(1) '/z"NPT(R'h) 5.6 80 2.25"(57mm) 1,2,3,4,5 RA1325(2)(3)(5)(6) RA1314(2)(3)(5)(6)
'/16"(10mm) 1/2"NPT(R1/2) 4.2 60 2.25"(57mm) 1 RA1323(2)(6) RA1313(6)
3/6"(10mm) 1/2"NPT(R1) 2.8 40 2.25"(57mm) 1 RA1321(2)(6) RA1311(6)
Conventional-Install in Upright or Pendent Position
15mm(1) 1/2"NPT(R'/2) 5.6 80 57mm 3,4,5 RA1375(5)
(1)Refer to Bulletin 024 for Special Response Sprinklers(F1S5-56)
(2)cULus Listed corrosion resistant(Polyester coated)sprinkler.
(3)Polyester coated FM Approved sprinkler.
(4)
(5)Polyester coated LPCB&VdS approved sprinkler RA1325,RA1314&RA1375.
(6)Electroless Nickel PTFE Plated -UL listed Corrosion Resistant
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Upright Pendent Conventional
Model F156, F142, F1XLH & F128 Recessed Pendent Sprinklers('>
Installation Wrench: Model GFR2 Sprinkler Wrench
Installation Data:
Nominal Thread Nominal K-Factor Sprinkler Sprinkler Identification Number
Orifice Size US Metric Height (SIN)
1/2"(15mm) 1/2"NPT(R'/2) 5.6 80 2.25"(57mm) RA1314(2)
'/16"(10mm) 1/2"NPT(R1/2) 4.2 60 2.25"(57mm) RA1313(2)
3/6"(10mm) 1/2"NPT(R'/) 2.8 40 2.25"(57mm) RA1311(2)
(1)Refer to escutcheon data table for approvals&dimensions
(2)Electroless Nickel PTFE Plated -cULus listed Corrosion Resistant
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RECESSED PENDENT W/F1 OR F2 ESCUTCHEON RECESSED PENDENT W/FP ESCUTCHEON 61165021
SPRINKLER NOT FM APPROVED WITH FI ESCUTCHEON 'SPRINKLER NOr FM APPROVED WITH FP ESCUTCHEON
Model F156,F142,F1XLH&F128 F1 or F2 Model F156,F142, F1XLH&F128 FP
3.
Model F156 Vertical Sidewall Sprinkler
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench or
Model W2 Sprinkler Wrench ,.
Installation Position: Upright or Pendent
Approval Type: Light Hazard Occupancy
U.S. Patent No.6,374,920
Sprinkler Type Deflector to Ceiling Distance
(Min.-Max.)
Upright 4"(102mm)-12"(305mm)
Pendent 4"(102mm)-12"(305mm)
Vertical Sidewall
Installation Data:
Nominal Nominal K Factor Sprinkler Approval(1) Sprinkler
Orifice Thread Size Identification
US Metric Height Organizations
Numbers(SIN)
1/2"(15mm) 1"NPT(R'/2) 5.6 80 2.25"(57mm) 1,2,3 RA1385(1)(2)(3)(4)
(1)LPC Approval is pendent only,57°C through 141°C ratings.
(2)cULus Listed corrosion resistant(Polyester coated)sprinkler.
(3)cULus Listed&FM Approved corrosion resistant for lead,wax and wax over lead.
(4)Electroless Nickel PTFE Plated -cULus listed Corrosion Resistant
Model F156 Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler
Deflector:HSW
FACE OF FlTTING
TO FACE OF CEILING DIMENSION
F1 ESCUTCHEON r, 4
AT MAXIMUM RECESS= 1 725.4mm]
AT MINIMUM RECESS= 3/679 Fi ESCUTCHEON
F2 ESCUTCHEON AT MAXIMUM RECESS= 1-3/8"[34 9mm/
AT MAXIMUM RECESS 3/4[19mm] AT MINIMUM RECESS=2-1/16(52.4mm]
AT MINIMUM RECESS=3/879.5mm] f2 ESCUTCHEON
AT MAXIMUM RECESS= 1-5/8[41.3mm]
2 1/4"HOLE DIA. 1/8" AT MINIMUM RECESS=2-1/16[52.4mm]
[57.2mm] [3.2mm]
1"X 1/2"REDUCER
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1 15/16 DIA 1� I 'I'; 4"-12"
�4_-_ [101.6mm-304.8mm]
' [49.2mm. i JP s /Ii,,II' --II 2 27/32"01A CEILING TO
".TIS (72.2mm] DEFLECTOR
°$ TURN COLLAR UNTIL \\`1
TIGHT AGAINST SPRINKLER
WRENCH BOSS. L
Fl ESCUTCHEON
3/4[19mm]ADJUSTMENT
F2 ESCUTCHEON
• 1/2[12.7mm]ADJUSTMENT
RECESSED HSW W/F1 OR F2 ESCUTCHEON
(1)FM APPROVED FOR 4"- 6".[101.6MM- 152.4MM]CEILING TO DEFLECTOR.
Horizontal Sidewall Note: For Recessed HSW Sprinklers use installation wrench GFR2.
FM and cULus permits use with Fl or F2 escutcheons for
"Light Hazard" only.
Installation Wrench:Model D Sprinkler Wrench or Model W2 Sprinkler Wrench
Installation Data:Horizontal Sidewall
Nominal K Factor Sprinkler A roval Organizations
Height PP g Sprinkler
Nominal Orifice Thread Size Identification
US Metric Light Hazard Ordinary Numbers(SIN)
Hazard
1/2"(15mm) 1/2"NPT(R1/2) 5.6 80 2.63"(67mm) 1,2 1 RA1335(1)12)131141
(1)cULus Listed corrosion resistant(Polyester coated)sprinkler.
(2)cULus Listed&FM Approved corrosion resistant for lead,wax and wax over lead.
(3)Polyester coated FM approved sprinkler.
(4)Electroless Nickel PTFE Plated -cULus listed Corrosion Resistant
4.
•
Application Maintenance
Model F156,F142,F1XLH,F128&Model F156,F142,F1XLH& The Model F156, F142, F1XLH&Model F156, F142, F1X-
F128 Recessed sprinklers are used in fixed fire protection systems: LH & F128 Recessed Sprinklers should be inspected and
Wet,Dry,Deluge or Preaction. Care must exercised that the orifice the sprinkler system maintained in accordance with NFPA
size,temperature rating,deflector style and sprinkler type are in ac- 25. Do not clean sprinklers with soap and water, ammonia
cordance with the latest published standards of the National Fre or any other cleaning fluid. Replace any sprinkler which has
Protection Association or the approving Authority Having Jurisdic- been painted (other than factory applied) or damaged in
tion Installation. any way. A stock of spare sprinklers should be maintained
Installation to allow quick replacement of damaged or operated sprin-
Model F156,F142,F1XLH&F128 Series sprinklers are standard klers. Prior to installation, sprinklers should be maintained
response sprinklers intended for installation as specified in NFPA in the original cartons and packaging until used to minimize
I 13.They must also be installed with the Model D Sprinkler Wrench the potential for damage to sprinklers that would cause im-
or Model W2 Sprinkler Wrench specifically designed by Reliable proper operation or non-operation.
for use with these sprinklers. Temperature Ratings
The Model F156, F142, F1XLH & F128 Recessed Sprinklers Sprinkler Max.Ambient Bulb
are to be installed with a maximum recess of 3/4 inch(19mm).The Classification Temperature Temp. Color
°C °F
Model Fl,F2,and FP Escutcheon illustrated are the only recessed Ordinary 57 135 100°F(38°C) Orange
escutcheon to be used with the Model F156,F142,F1XLH&F128 Ordinary 68 155 100°F(38°C) Red
Recessed Sprinklers.The use of any other recessed escutcheon Intermediate 79 175 150°F(66°C) Yellow
will void all approvals and negate all warranties. When installing Intermediate 93 200 150°F(66°C) Green
Model F156, F142, F1XLH&F128 Recessed Sprinklers use the High(') 141 286 225°F(107°C) Blue
Model GFR2 Sprinkler Wrench. Any other type of wrench may Extra High(') 182 360 300°F(149°C) Mauve
Ultra High(1)(2) 260 500 475°F(246°C) Black
damage these sprinklers. (1)
Not available for recessed Sprinklers.
Note:A leak tight'/"NPT(R'/z)sprinkler joint can be obtained with (2)cULus listed for SIN RA1325 and RA1314 only.
atorque of8-18ft-lbs(11-24N{r1). Do not tighten sprinklers over Maximum Working Pressure
maximum recommended torque. It may cause leakage or impair 175 psi (12 bar)
ment of the sprinklers. SIN RA1325& RA1314 cULus listed for 250 psi (17 bar)
Glass bulb sprinklers have orange covers to protect the bulb dur- 100% Factory tested hydrostatically to 500 psi(34.5 bar)
ing the installation process. REMOVE THIS PROTECTION ONLY
AFTER THE SYSTEM HAS BEEN HYDROSTATICALLY TESTED Finisht'f
AND,WHEN APPLICABLE,THE ESCUTCHEONS HAVE BEENStandard Finishes
Sprinkler Escutcheon
INSTALLED, RASCO wrenches are designed to install sprinklers Bronze Brass
when covers are in place. Chrome Chrome
Ordering Information Polyester Coated Special(6) hite Painted
(7)(9) Application Finishes
Specify: Sprinkler Escutcheon
1. Sprinkler Model Electroless Nickel PI Ft(3)(10) Electroless Nickel PI I-t
2. Sprinkler Type Bright Brass(2) Bright Brass
3. Nominal K-Factor Black Plated Black Plated
4. Temperature Rating Black Paint(3)(9) Black Paint
5. Sprinkler Finish Off White(3m Off White
6. Thread Type: [1" NPT] [ISO 7-1R1/2] Chrome Dull Chrome Dull
Lead Plated(3)(4)(e)
7. Escutcheon Finish (where applicable) Wax Coated(3>(4>(5>(8)
Note:When Models F156, F142, F1XLH&F128 Recessed Sprinklers (3)(4)(5)(8)
are ordered,the sprinklers and escutcheons are packaged separately. Wax Over Lead
Escutcheon Data(1) (1)Other cobrs and finishes are available on special order.Consult factory for
details.Custom color painted sprinklers may not retain their UL Corrosion
(1)SIN:RA1335-cULus and FM permits use with Fl or F2 escutcheons for light resistance listing.
hazard only. 200 F(93 C)maximum.
y (3)UL and ULC listed only.
4155°F to 200°F(68°C to 93°C)ratings only.
(5)286°F(141°C)sprinklers may be coated for ambient conditions not exceeding
150°F(66°C).
(6)cULus listed"corrosion resistant"applies to SIN Number RA1325(Upright)
RA1323 (upright), RA1321(Upright), RA1335 (HSW), RA1385(VSW) and
RA1314(Pendent)in standard black or white.Corrosion resistance in other
polyester colors is available upon request.
(n FM Approved finish as"Polyester Coated"applies to SIN number RA1314,
RA1335&RA1325 in standard black or white.
(B)FM Approved finish applies only to SIN number RA1335&RA1385.
(9)LPCB and VdS Approved finish applies only to RA1325,RA1314 and RA1375.
(10)cULus listed Corrosion Resistant applies to SIN RA1325,RA1314,RA1323,
RA1313,RA1321,RA1311,RA1385 and RA1335
5.
Reliable. . . For Complete 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.
Manufactured by
Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co.,Inc. Rec cled
® (800)431 1588 Sales Offices P per
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Glass Bulb Sprinklers ASDDJ
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Model Fl FR56 Sprinkler Types 4.--.
Standard Spray Upright tia Y
Standard Spray Pendent
Conventional Upright/Pendent t
Vertical Sidewall
Horizontal Sidewall y
Model Fl FR56 Recessed Sprinkler Types Upright Pendent Conventional
Standard Spray Pendent
Horizontal Sidewall isv,
a
Model Fl FR56 Concealed Sprinkler Types
Standard Spray Pendent w-r
•
Model F1FR42, F1FRXLH & F1FR28 Sprinkler ` `, 4 ,
Types Vertical Sidewall Horizontal Sidewall Recessed
Standard Spray Upright Pendent/F1/F2
Standard Spray Pendent
Model Fl FR40 Sprinkler Types '¢ , .
Standard Spray Pendent 0 % N t� �� ti. ��
Model F1 FR42, F1 FR40, F1FRXLH & F1FR28 ,
Recessed Sprinkler Types ;,
Standard Spray Pendent
Model F1 FR56LL&Fl FR42LL Low Lead Sprinkler Recessed Concealed Recessed
Types Horizontal Sidewall Pendent Pendent/FP
Standard Spray Pendent with less than 0.25% Lead (4;
Content ; ...
Listing &Approvals `6
The following organizations provide Listings or Approvals
3
for various Model Fl FR series sprinklers, See the Design �'
and Installation table in this Bulletin for information on XLH Upright XLH Pendent XLH Recessed
specific listings and approvals applicable to each sprin- Pendent Fl/F2
kler. Product Description
1. Underwriters Laboratories Inc. and Certified for
Canada (cULus) in accordance with ANSI/UL199. Reliable Model Fl FR series sprinklers
2. FM Approvals (FM) are quick-response automatic sprin-
klers with a glass bulb thermal element.
3. Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB) -`
4, VdS Schadenverhutung GmbH (VdS) Model F1FR series sprinklers are Stan
5. Underwriters Laboratories Inc. and Underwriters dard Spray sprinklers, with the excep
Laboratories of Canada Certified for Health Effects tion of the Model Fl FR56 Conventional XLH Recessed
to NSF/ANSI Standard 61 Annex G (ULH) sprinkler which is an Old-style/Conven- Pendent FP
tional
6. EC Certificate: 0786-CPD-40239 (RA1414), 0786- sprinkler.
CPD-40251 (RA1425), 0786-CPD-40252 (RA1475) The Model F1FR Series automatic sprinklers utilize a 3.0
(EC) mm frangible glass bulb.These sprinklers have demonstrat-
ed response times in laboratory tests which are five to ten
UL Listing Category times faster than standard response sprinklers. This quick
Sprinklers,Automatic&Open(VNIV) response enables the Model Fl FR Series sprinklers to apply
Quick Response Sprinkler water to a fire faster than standard-response sprinklers of the
same temperature rating.
The glass bulb consists of an accurately controlled amount
of special fluid hermetically sealed inside a precisely man-
ufactured glass capsule. This glass bulb is specially con-
structed to provide fast thermal response.
Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc., 103 Fairview Park Drive, Elmsford, New York 10523
At normal temperatures, the glass bulb contains the fluid Model F1FR Series sprinklers must be installed with the
in both the liquid and vapor phases. The vapor phase can Reliable sprinkler installation wrench identified in the Design
be seen as a small bubble. As heat is applied, the liquid and Installation Information table in this Bulletin. Any other
expands,forcing the bubble smaller and smaller as the liq- wrench may damage the sprinkler. A leak tight sprinkler joint
uid pressure increases. Continued heating forces the liquid can be obtained with a torque of 8 to 18 lb-ft(11 to 24 N-m).
to push out against the bulb, causing the glass to shatter, Do not tighten sprinklers over the maximum recommended
opening the waterway and allowing the deflector to distrib- installation torque. Exceeding the maximum recommended
ute the discharging water. installation torque may cause leakage or impairment of the
Model Fl FR Series sprinklers provide a wide range of op- sprinkler.
tions where quick-response,glass bulb sprinklers are used: Recessed Sprinklers
• Pendent, recessed pendent, upright, horizontal Model Fl FR Series Recessed sprinklers are to be installed
sidewall, and vertical sidewall deflectors as shown in Fig. 1,Fig.2,or Fig.3,as applicable to the spe-
• K-factors of 2.8 (40 metric), 4.0 (57 metric), 4.2 (60 cific model being installed,The Recessed Escutcheon Data
metric), and 5.6 (80 metric) table in the Bulletin identifies the only recessed escutcheons
• Flush, recessed, and concealed installations that are permitted to be used with each Model Fl FR Series
See the Design and Installation Information table in this Recessed sprinkler.The use of any other recessed escutch-
Bulletin for information on the approvals and availability of eon will void all approvals and negate all warranties.
specific Model Fl FR series sprinkler configurations. Concealed Sprinklers
Model F1FR Recessed Pendent and Recessed Horizon- Model Fl FR Series Concealed Pendent sprinklers are to
tal Sidewall sprinklers are required to be used with Reliable be installed as shown in Fig,4 or Fig.5,as applicable to the
Model F1, F2, or FP recessed escutcheons. See the Re- selected cover plate. Model F1 FR56 Concealed Pendent
cessed Escutcheon Data table in this Bulletin for listing and and Model Fl FR56LL Concealed Pendent sprinklers have
approval information with each specific Model Fl FR series a factory-installed Model CCP cup. A protective cap is in-
sprinkler.Model Fl and F2 recessed escutcheons,shown in stalled at the factory that should remain on the sprinkler until
Fig. 1 and 3, are a friction fit assembly allowing for 3/4-inch the sprinkler is installed and should then be reinstalled on
(19mm) and 1/2-inch (12.7mm)of adjustment, respectively. the sprinkler until the cover plate is installed.The concealed
Model FP recessed escutcheons,shown in Fig.2, provide a sprinkler assemblies are completed by the installation of a
1/2-inch(12.7mm)threaded adjustment. Model CCP push-on/thread-off cover plate assembly. The
Model F1FR56 Concealed Pendent and Model F1 FR56LL cover plate and sprinkler cup assemblies are joined using
Concealed Pendent sprinklers are required to be used with a cover plate skirt with flexible tabs for threaded engage-
Model CCP cover plates.A standard profile Model CCP cov- ment. A choice of two Model CCP cover plate assemblies
er plate is available that provides up to 1/2-inch(12.7mm)of provides either 1/2-inch (13mm)or 5/8-inch(8mm)of cover
cover plate adjustment. In addition,a low profile Model CCP adjustment. Do not install Model F1FR Series Concealed
cover plate is also available that provides up to 5/16-inch Pendent sprinklers in ceilings which have positive pressure
(8.0mm)of cover plate adjustment. See the Design and In- in the space above.
stallation Information and Listed and Approved Temperature Model F1FR Series Concealed Pendent sprinklers require a
Ratings tables in this Bulletin for further information on ap- 2-5/8-inch (67mm)diameter hole to be cut in the ceiling. The
proved cover plate options. Model RC1 wrench is used to engage the sprinkler wrenching
Application surfaces and to install the sprinkler in the fitting. Remove the
Model Fl FR Series sprinklers are intended for use in protective cap to install the sprinkler,then reinstall the protective
accordance with NFPA 13, FM Property Loss Prevention cap until the cover plate is installed. When inserting or remov-
Data Sheets, and the requirements of the Authority Hay- ing the wrench from the sprinkler/cup assembly,care should be
ing Jurisdiction. Care must be exercised that the k-factor, taken to prevent damage to the sprinkler. Do not wrench any
temperature rating,deflector style, and sprinkler type are other part of the sprinkler/cup assembly. Installation is corn-
in accordance with the requirements of the applicable pleted by removing the protective cap from the sprinkler and
design and installation standards. In addition, Model pushing the cover plate onto the cup.Final adjustment is made
Fl FR Series sprinklers must be used in accordance with by hand turning the cover plate until the skirt flange makes full
their listings and approvals, as well as the information contact with the ceiling.Cover plate removal requires turning the
provided in this Bulletin. cover plate in the counter clockwise direction.After installation,
Installation inspect all sprinklers to ensure that there is a gap between the
Glass bulb sprinklers have orange bulb protectors or pro- cover plate and ceiling and that the four cup slots are open and
tective caps to minimize bulb damage during shipping,han- free from any air flow impediment to the space above.
dling and installation. Reliable sprinkler installation wrench- Concealed cover plate/cup assemblies are listed only for
es are designed to install sprinklers with bulb protectors in use with specific sprinklers.The use of any concealed cover
place.Remove the bulb protector at the time when the sprin- plate/cup assembly other than the Reliable Model CCP with
kler system is placed in service for fire protection. Removal Model F1 FR56 Concealed Pendent and Model F1 FR56LL
of the bulb protector before this time may leave the bulb vul- Concealed Pendent sprinklers or the use of the Model CCP
nerable to damage.Remove bulb protectors by undoing the Concealed cover plate assembly on any sprinkler with
clasp by hand. Do not use tools to remove bulb protectors. which it is not specifically listed my prevent good fire pro-
tection and will void all guarantees,warranties, listings and
approvals.
2.
Technical Data:
Sensitivity: Quick-response
Thread Size: 1/2-inch NPT standard; ISO 7-R1/2 optional
Maximum Working Pressure: 175 psi (12 bar)- 100% Factory tested hydrostatically to 500 psi (34.5 bar)
SIN RA1425, RA1414&RA1435 cULus listed for 250 psi (17 bar)
Design and Installation Information
Nominal Nominal Nominal
Orifice Sprinkler Listings
K-factor Deflector/ Installation Approval
Model Diameter Orientation Height Wrench SIN and Notes
Approvals
US Metric inches mm inches mm
Pendent 2.25 57 Dor W2 RA1411 cULus 2
F1FR28 2.8 40 3/8 10 Recessed Pendent 2.25 57 GFR2 RA1411 cULus 2
Upright 2.25 57 D or W2 RA1421 cULus 1,2
F1 FR40 4.0 57 3/8 10 Pendent 2.25 57 Dor W2 RA1418 VdS
Recessed Pendent 2.25 57 GFR2 RA1418 VdS
Pendent 2.25 57 Dor W2 RA1413 cULus 2
F1FR42 4.2 60 7/16 10 Recessed Pendent 2.25 57 GFR2 RA1413 cULus 2
Upright 2.25 57 Dor W2 RA1423 cULus 1,2
F1FR42LL 4.2 60 7/16 10 Pendent 2.25 57 D or W2 RA1410 cULus,ULH
Recessed Pendent 2.25 57 GFR2 RA1410 cULus,ULH
F1FRXLH Pendent 2.25 57 Dor W2 RA1413 cULus 2
(F1FR42 4.2 60 7/16 10 Recessed Pendent 2.25 57 GFR2 RA1413 cULus 2
with Pintle) Upright 2.25 57 Dor W2 RA1423 cULus 1,2
Pendent 2.25 57 Dor W2 RA1414 cULus,FM, 1,2,3,4
LPCB,VdS,EC
Recessed Pendent 2.25 57 GFR2 RA1414 cULus,FM, 1,2,3,4
LPCB,VdS,EC
F1FR56 5.6 80 1/2 15 Concealed Pendent 2.25 57 RC1 RA1414 cULus,VdS,EC 5,6
Upright 2.25 57 Dor W2 RA1425 cULus,FM, 1,2,3,4
LPCB,VdS,EC
"Conventional
2.25 57 D or W2 RA1475 LPCB,VdS,EC 4
(Pendent or Upright)"
Pendent 2.25 57 Dor W2 RA1415 cULus,ULH 1
F1FR56LL 5.6 80 1/2 15 Recessed Pendent 2.25 57 GFR2 RA1415 cULus,ULH
Concealed Pendent 2.25 57 RC1 RA1415 cULus,ULH 6
Horizontal Sidewall 2.63 67 D or W2 RA1435 cULus,FM 1,2,3,7
F1FR56 5.6 80 1/2 15 Recessed Horizontal 2.63 67 GFR2 RA1435 cULus,FM 8
Sidewall
F1FR56 5.6 80 1/2 15 Vertical Sidewall 2 25 57 Dor W2 RA1485 cULus,FM, 1,2,3,9
(Pendent or Upright) LPCB
(')cULus Listed Corrosion Resistant sprinkler when ordered with available Polyester coating.
(2)cULus Listed Corrosion Resistant sprinkler when ordered with available Electroless Nickel PTFE plating.
(3)Available with FM approved Polyester coating in black or white.
(4)Available with LPCB and VdS approved Polyester coating.
(5)VdS and EC approvals of the F1FR56 Concealed Pendent sprinkler are for 155°F(68°C)temperature rated sprinklers only.VdS approved sprin-
klers must use Norbulb brand glass bulbs with the 1/2-inch(12.7mm)adjustment Model CCP cover plate only.
(6)Model F1FR56 Concealed Pendent and Model F1FR56LL Concealed Pendent sprinklers must be used with Reliable Model CCP cover plates,
available as either standard depth with 1/2-inch(12.7mm)of adjustment or low profile with 5/16-inch(8.0 mm)of adjustment.
(7)cULus Listing of the F1FR56 Horizontal Sidewall sprinkler is for Light and Ordinary Hazard occupancies only.FM Approval of the F1 FR56 Hori-
zontal Sidewall sprinkler is for Light Hazard occupancies only.
(6)cULus Listing and FM Approval of the Fl FR56 Recessed Horizontal Sidewall sprinkler is for Light Hazard occupancies only.
(9)The Fl FR56 Vertical Sidewall sprinkler is listed and approved for use only in Light Hazard occupancies.Minimum to maximum deflector to ceil-
ing distance shall be 4 inches to 12 inches(102mm to 305mm).LPCB approval of the Fl FR56 Vertical Sidewall sprinkler is for installation in the
Pendent position only.
3.
•
Listed and Approved Temperature Ratings
Ordinary Temp. Intermediate Temp. High Temp.
Classification Classification Classification
Deflector/ 100°F(38°C)Max.Ambient 150°F(65°C)Max.Ambient 225°F(107°C)Max.
Model Orientation Temp. Temp. Ambient Temp.
135°F(57°C) 155°F(68°C) 175°F(79°C) 200°F(93°C) 286°F(141°C)Temp.
Temp.Rating Temp.Rating Temp.Rating Temp.Rating Rating
Orange Bulb Red Bulb Yellow Bulb Green Bulb Blue Bulb
Pendent cULus
F1FR28 Recessed Pendent cULus --
Upright cULus
F1FR40 Pendent VdS
Recessed Pendent VdS --
Pendent cULus
F1FR42 Recessed Pendent cULus --
Upright cULus
F1FR42LL Pendent -- cULus,ULH --
Recessed Pendent -- cULus,ULH --
Pendent cULus
FIFRXLH Recessed Pendent cULus --
Upright cULus
Pendent cULus,FM,LPCB,VdS,EC
Recessed Pendent cULus,FM,LPCB,VdS,EC --
F1FR56 Concealed Pendent* cULus cULus,VdS,EC cULus --
Upright cULus,FM,LPCB,VdS,EC
"Conventional
(Pendent or Upright)" LPCB,VdS,EC
Pendent -- cULus,ULH --
F1FR56LL Recessed Pendent -- cULus,ULH --
Concealed Pendent* -- cULus,ULH --
Horizontal Sidewall cULus,FM
F1FR56 Recessed Horizontal cULus,FM
Sidewall
FIFR56 Vertical Sidewall(Pen cULus,FM,LPCB
dent or Upright)
* Model F1FR56 Concealed Pendent and F1FR56LL Concealed Pendent sprinklers must be used with Reliable Model
CCP cover plates. For Ordinary Temperature Classification sprinklers use a 135°F (57°C) temperature rated cover
plate. For Intermediate Temperature Classification sprinklers use a 165°F(74°C)temperature rated cover plate,
Recessed Escutcheon Data
Listed and Approved Recessed Escutcheons
Deflector/ Model F1 Model F2 Model FP
Model Orientation (Fig.1 &3) (Fig.1 &3) (Fig.2) SIN
3/4-inch(19mm) 1/2-inch(12.7mm) 1/2-inch(12.7mm)
adjustment adjustment adjustment
F1FR28 Recessed Pendent cULus cULus cULus RA1411
F1FR40 Recessed Pendent VdS VdS VdS RA1418
F1FR42 Recessed Pendent cULus cULus cULus RA1413
F1FR42LL Recessed Pendent cULus,ULH cULus,ULH cULus,ULH RA1410
F1FR42XLH Recessed Pendent cULus cULus cULus RA1413
F1FR56 Recessed Pendent cULus, LPCB,VdS, cULus,FM,LPCB, cULus,VdS,EC RA1414
EC VdS,EC
F1FR56LL Recessed Pendent cULus,ULH cULus,ULH cULus,ULH RA1415
F1FR56 Recessed Horizontal Sidewall cULus cULus,FM cULus RA1435
4.
•
I 2 1/4"HOLE DIA.
[57.2mm]
1 15/16"014
(49.2mm]
L- _--a
L=_ _===i
I- =�
7
1"X 1/2"REDUCER
IT
I
URN COLLAR /
UNTIL TIGHT [jr
AGAINST SPRINKLER I
WRENCH BOSS \ \ / FACE OF FITTING
TO FACE OF CEILING DIMENSION
II I II Fl ESCUTCHEON
II II AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 1[25.4mm]
\ AT MINIMUM RECESS = 3/8[9.5mm]
�ll L - -- J
F1 ESCUTCHEON 0 F2 ESCUTCHEON
.3/4"1-1 9mm] .� — AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 3/4"1"1 9mm]
ADJUSTMENT �J . �T MINIMUM RECESS = 3 8"9.5mm 1
F2 ESCUTCHEON l ®3Stlll I / [ ]
I�4. DLII //////A
1/2[12.7mm] �g JII 11y v Fl ESCUTCHEON
ADJUSTMENT
II II itsAT MAXIMUM RECESS = 7/8[22.2mm]
1j; [3.2mm] /AT MINIMUM RECESS = 1-5/8[41.3mm]
(,) , F2 ESCUTCHEON
` T
�; moi,' AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 1-1/8'(28.6mm]
-•� ,,- AT MINIMUM RECESS = 1-5/8[41.3mm]
2 27/32"DIA. _ 1
[72.2mm]
Fig. 1
Model F1 FR56,F1 FR56LL,F1 FR42,F1 FR40,F1 FR42LL,F1 FRXLH&F1 FR28
Recessed Pendent sprinkler with Model F1 or F2 escutcheon
L _—
____
II I 1" X 1/2" REDUCER
2 5/8" DIA. [66.7mm]
imilli I
HOLE IN CEILING
2 5/76" DIA. [58.7mm]
CUP I
CEILING ----------- --.--)� ��� FACE OF FITTING
TO FACE OF CEILING
111 ®osyu II DIMENSION
III
il liil f; AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 1-1/2[38mm]
_ _ I AT MINIMUM RECESS = 1[25.4mm]
1-
,ill
`-
. �' AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 9/16[14.3mm]
%z[12.7mm] •,„!i AT MINIMUM RECESS = 1[25.4mm]
ADJUSTMENT
3.1/4 DIA.
[82.6mm]
Fig.2
Model F1 FR56,F1 FR56LL,F1 FR42,F1 FR40,F1 FR42LL,F1 FRXLH&F1 FR28
Recessed Pendent sprinkler with Model FP escutcheon
5.
FACE OF FITTING
TO FACE OF CEILING DIMENSION
Fl ESCUTCHEON j/
A
AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 1 725.4mm]
AT MINIMUM RECESS = 3/879.5mm] / Fl ESCUTCHEON
F2 ESCUTCHEON ` AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 1-3/8 734.9mm]
AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 3/4719mm] AT MINIMUM RECESS = 2-1/16 752.4mm]
AT MINIMUM RECESS = 3/8 79.5mm] F2 ESCUTCHEON
AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 1-5/8 741.3mm]
2 1/4" HOLE DIA. 1/8"" AT MINIMUM RECESS = 2—1/16 752.4mm]
[57.2mm] \ (3.2mm]
1" X 1/2" REDUCER
7 i\I
1 r,
(1)
�iiin �' 4 -12".
1 15/16'" DIA.\/w" Ii'�I�; II�III� — ( ]
I xix --- } ! 101.6mm-304.8mm
[49.2mm] um F11111111' 'di 2 27 32"" DIA.
I iiiii ! / CEILING TO
mx [2772/.2,
72.2mm] DEFLECTOR
Apin
,__,------L__
NII 1
TURN COLLAR UNTIL
TIGHT AGAINST SPRINKLER Fl ESCUTCHEON
WRENCH BOSS.
3/4719mm] ADJUSTMENT
�— F2 ESCUTCHEON
1/2 712.7mm] ADJUSTMENT
07700K
RECESSED HSW W/F1 OR F2 ESCUTCHEON
(1) FM APPROVED FOR 4" — 6" [101.6MM — 152.4MM] CEILING TO DEFLECTOR WITH F2 ONLY.
Fig.3
Model Fl FR56 Recessed Horizontal Sidewall sprinkler with Model Fl or F2 escutcheon
7" x 7/2" REDUCING
TEE OR ELBOW
WI
til
_
I_ r--- 2 5/8" DIA.
2 5/7 6" 0/A — HOLE IN CEILING
CUP —;�� �
III ® V Iji 7 1/2" MAX.
;,;;;;;� III011
„ ,,I/ i,� �;,i — FACE OF FITTING
”" "'j I`� ,jai TO FACE OF CEILING
`-�=.4= ,,� ,x
a� ',� III ;i i ii i ii
DIMENSION
CEILING ,'q',
--
1/2" MAX. 7 5/7 6"
COVER ADJUSTMENT
COVER PLATE
ASSEMBLY _ /3 5/16" DIA.
SPRINKLER /
CONCEALED, 1/2" ADJUSTMENT D1F0O1A
Fig.4
Model F1 FR56/F1 FR56LL Concealed Pendent sprinkler with standard depth
1/2-inch(12.7mm)adjustment-Model CCP cover plate
6.
7" x 1/2" REDUCING
TEE OR ELBOW
J
TT
-� --- ='-Ir_, 2 5/8" D/A.
2 5/16" DIA — - HOLE IN CEILING
L J
CUP >11! •=l1•.`
__ _ _I 11111103Vdli,1111 1 7/2' MAX.
Ill FACE OF FITTING
""""i TO FACE OF CEILING
.. .,�� o (/,,,,,. DIMENSION
CEILING ^i �/tA�I // /---
5/16" MAX. --I __ 3/4"
COVER ADJUSTMENT
COVER PLATE / }
ASSEMBLY - 3 5/16" DIA. -
SPRINKLER
CONCEALED, 5/1 6" ADJUSTMENT o,iFoozn
Fig.5-Model Fl FR56/F1 FR56LL Concealed Pendent sprinkler with low profile
5/16-inch(8.0mm)adjustment-Model CCP cover plate
Maintenance Material Data
The Model Fl FR Series sprinklers should be inspected and Frame: DZR Brass,QM Brass,or Low Lead Brass
the sprinkler system maintained in accordance with NFPA
25. Do not clean sprinklers with soap and water,ammonia or Deflector: CDA Alloy 220,260,or 510
any other cleaning fluids,Remove dust by using a soft brush Load Screw\Pintle: CDA Alloy 360 or 544
or gentle vacuuming. Replace any sprinkler which has been Cup: CDA Alloy 651 or 693
painted(other than factory applied)or damaged in any way. Washer: Nickel Alloy 440 or 360,coated with PTFE
A stock of spare sprinklers should be maintained to allow Adhesive Tape
quick replacement of damaged or operated sprinklers. Bulb: Glass
Finishes (1)
Standard Finishes
Sprinkler Escutcheon Cover plate(') Ordering Information
Bronze Brass Chrome Specify:
Chrome Plated Chrome White 1. Sprinkler Model: [F1 FR28][F1 FR40][F1 FR42]
Polyester Plated
Coated(4)(5)(8) White Painted [F1 FR42LL][F1 FRXLH][F1 FR56][F1 FR56LL]
Special Application Finishes 2. Sprinkler Deflector/Orientation: [Pendent][Recessed
Sprinkler Escutcheon Cover plate(') Pendent][Upright][Conventional][Horizontal Sidewall]
Electroless Nickel Electroless Nickel Bright Brass [Recessed Horizontal Sidewall][Vertical Sidewall]
PTFE(7) PTFE
Bright Brass(3) Bright Brass Black Plating 3. Sprinkler threads: [1/2-inch NPT][ISO 7-R1/2]
Black Plated Black Plated Black Paint 4. Sprinkler Temperature Rating: [135°F (57°C)][155°F
Black Paint(2))6) Black Paint Off White68°C 175°F 79°C 200°F 93°C 286°F 141°C
Off White(2)(6) Off White Satin Chrome ( k[ ( )][ ( )][ ( )]
Chrome Dull Chrome Dull 5. Sprinkler Finish
(')Other finishes and colors are available on special order. Consult the 6. Escutcheon Model: [F1][F2][FP]
factory for details.Custom color painted sprinklers may not retain their 7. Escutcheon Finish (where applicable)
UL Corrosion resistance listing.Coverplate custom paint is semi-gloss, 8. Cover plate Model: [standard profile CCP 1/2-inch
unless specified otherwise. (12.7mm) adjustment][low profile CCP 5/16-inch
(2) cULus Listed only. (8.0mm) adjustment]
(3) 200°F(93°C)maximum.
(4) cULus listed "corrosion resistance" applies to SIN Numbers RA1435 9. Cover plate Temperature Rating: [135°F(57°C)for use
(HSW), RA1485(VSW), RA1425 (Upright), RA1414 (Pendent) and with Ordinary Temperature sprinklers][165°F (74°C)
RA1415 (Pendent) in standard black or white. Corrosion resistance in for use with Intermediate Temperature sprinklers]
other polyester colors is available upon request.
(5) FM Approvals finish as"Polyester coated"applies to SIN Number 10, Cover plate Finish
RA1414,RA1435 and RA1425 in standard black or white.
(6)LPCB and VdS Approved finish applies only to RA1425,RA1414,RA1418 Note: When Model Fl FR Series Recessed sprinklers are ordered, the
(VdS)and RA1475. sprinklers and escutcheons are packaged separately.
(7)cULus listed Corrosion Resistant
7.
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Reliable. . . For Complete 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 almost 100 years.
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Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co.,Inc. i Recycled
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