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Standard Spray Pendent
Model F1 FR56LL&F1 FR42LL Low Lead Sprinkler Recessed Concealed Recessed
Types Horizontal Sidewall Pendent Pendent/FP
Standard Spray Pendent with less than 0.25% Lead
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Listing &Approvals :.
- The following organizations provide Listings or Approvals iii, `,
for various Model F1FR 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 F1/F2
kler.
1. Underwriters Laboratories Inc. and Certified for Product Description
Canada (cULus) in accordance with ANSI/UL199. Reliable Model F1FR series sprinklers , ,....:_....-7.-4-.4:.,
2. FM Approvals (FM) are quick-response automatic sprin-
3. Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB) klers with a glass bulb thermal element. 4 t
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 F1 FR56 Conventional XLH Recessed
to NSF/ANSI Standard 61 Annex G (ULH) sprinkler which is an Old-style/Conven- Pendent FP
tional sprinkler.
6. EC Certificate: 0786-CPD-40239 (RA1414), 0786- The Model F1FR Series automatic sprinklers utilize a 3.0
CPD-40251 (RA1425), 0786-CPD-40252 (RA1475) mm frangible glass bulb.These sprinklers have demonstrat-
(EC) 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 F1FR 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 F1FR 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 F1FR series sprinkler configurations. Concealed Sprinklers
Model F1FR Recessed Pendent and Recessed Horizon- Model F1FR 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 F1 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 F1 FR56 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 coy- 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 GFR2 wrench is used to engage the sprinkler wrench-
Application ing 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 F1FR56 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
K-factor Orifice Deflector/ Sprinkler Installation Listings Approval
Model Diameter Orientation Height Wrench SIN and Notes
US Metric inches mm inches mm Approvals
Pendent 2.25 57 W2 RA1411 cULus 2
F1FR28 2.8 40 3/8 10 Recessed Pendent 2.25 57 GFR2 RA1411 cULus 2
Upright 2.25 57 W2 RA1421 cULus 1,2
F1 FR40 4.0 57 3/8 10 Pendent 2.25 57 W2 RA1418 VdS
Recessed Pendent 2.25 57 GFR2 RA1418 VdS
Pendent 2.25 57 W2 RA1413 cULus 2
F1FR42 4.2 60 7/16 10 Recessed Pendent 2.25 57 GFR2 RA1413 cULus 2
Upright 2.25 57 W2 RA1423 cULus 1,2
F1FR42LL 4.2 60 7/16 10 Pendent 2.25 57 W2 RA1410 cULus, ULH
Recessed Pendent 2.25 57 GFR2 RA1410 cULus,ULH
F1FRXLH Pendent 2.25 57 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 W2 RA1423 cULus 1,2
Pendent 2.25 57 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
F1 FR56 5.6 80 1/2 15 Concealed Pendent 2.25 57 GFR2 RA1414 cULus,VdS,EC 5,6
Upright 2.25 57 W2 RA1425 cULus,FM, 1,2,3,4
LPCB,VdS, EC
"Conventional-
. 2.25 57 W2 RA1475 LPCB,VdS, EC 4
(Pendent or Upright)"
Pendent 2.25 57 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 GFR2 RA1415 cULus,ULH 6
Horizontal Sidewall 2.63 67 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 W2 RA1485 cULus,FM, 1,2,3,9
(Pendent or Upright) LPCB
(1)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 Fl FR56 Horizontal Sidewall sprinkler is for Light and Ordinary Hazard occupancies only. Minimum to maximum deflector to
ceiling distance shall be 4 inches to 12 inches(102mm to 305mm).FM Approval of the F1FR56 Horizontal Sidewall sprinkler is for Light Hazard
occupancies only.
(8)cULus Listing and FM Approval of the F1FR56 Recessed Horizontal Sidewall sprinkler is for Light Hazard occupancies only.
(9)The F1FR56 Vertical Sidewall sprinkler is listed and approved for use only in Light Hazard occupancies. LPCB approval of the F1FR56 Vertical
Sidewall sprinkler is for installation in the Pendent position only.
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
F1FRXLH 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
Sidewall cULus, FM --
F1FR56 Vertical Sidewall(Pen- cULus,FM, LPCB
dent or Upright)
* Model Fl FR56 Concealed Pendent and Fl FR56LL 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.
2 1/4"HOLE DW.
[57.2mm]
1 15/16"DIA J
/ [49.2mm]
L- __1
/-X 1/2"REDUCER
TURN COLLAR 7
UNTIL TIGHT
AGAINST SPRINKLER
WRENCH BOSS \ \ FACE OF FITTING
TO FACE OF CEILING DIMENSION
II \ I II Fl ESCUTCHEON
II ( II AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 1'[25.4mm]
imi L �� - J AT MINIMUM RECESS = 3/8[9.5mm]
F3 ESCUTCHEON ����J ' -4.1-"L".-.=--
� /F2 ESCUTCHEON
AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 3/4'[19mm]
ADJUSTMENT
�1 00Sd� 9I ,��' AT MINIMUM RECESS = 3/8'[9.5mm]
F2 ESCUTCHEON II
EMI
1/2[12.7mm] mij Biu
ADJUSTMENT `I� I Fl ESCUTCHEON
�� ill 1/8" AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 7/8"[22.2mm]
,1` 4 [3.2mm] /AT MINIMUM RECESS = 1-5/8'[41.3mm]
F2 ESCUTCHEON
`4'r*/ AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 1-1/8[28.6mm]
Sr If AT MINIMUM RECESS = 1-5/8"[41.3mm]
2 27/32"DIA. I
[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_ -I
r ~ _
- ==_ _
II 1 1" X 1/2" REDUCER
2 5/8" DIA. [66.7mm)
HOLE IN CEILING
2 5/16" DIA. [58.7mm]
CUP ILI
CEILING _�
_ � FACE OF FITTING
/ ` �I 03SVH III' TO FACE OF CEILING
'I1,�°-moo-&III i; DIMENSION
j 1 I ni �ni
`�\ iq 1 ��j b AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 1-1/2'[38mm]
LLQ\l I II I II fi AT MINIMUM RECESS = 1[25.4mm]
vi li
*--.8—', AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 9/16[14.3mm]
%2[12.7mmJ 1 1��
ADJUSTMENT �,�� AT MINIMUM RECESS = 1'[25.4mm)
3 1/4" DIA. t
- [82.6mm]
Fig.2
Model F1FR56,F1FR56LL,F1FR42,F1 FR40,F1FR42LL,F1FRXLH&F1FR28
Recessed Pendent sprinkler with Model FP escutcheon
5.