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Horizontal Sidewall
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Model F156 Recessed Sprinkler`I'y r iSIC) Upright Pendent Conventional
Pendent/F1/F2/FP
Horizontal Sidewall . � —�
Model F142, F1XLH & F128 Sprinkler Types011 i - .,...- 2-
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 mq ,� ': ,,-` '
Canada(cULus) ,'; �;_; Me
2. Factory Mutual Approvals(FM)
3. Loss Prevention Council (LPCB, UK)
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) 1 t s;
UL Listing Category _ �'
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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 ceil- 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- q
struction makes field installation a very easy and rapid heating forces the liquid to push out against the bulb,
task. This also allows ceiling panels to later be removed causing the glass to shatter, opening the waterway and
without shutting down the fire protection system, thus fa- allowing the deflector to distribute the discharging water.
cilitating maintenance of above ceiling services. The F156, F142, F1XLH & F128 Series Sprinkler tem
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
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Load Screw
V/asher Bulb
Cup
Frame
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Model F142,F1XLH Upright
Technical data:
Thread Max. Min. Temperature
Models Nominal K-Factor Response size Working Working Rating Finish
Pressure Pressure
F156 5.6(80 Metric)
'//"NPT See
F1424.2(60 Metric) Standard (R'/2) 175 PSI(') 7 PSI "Temperature See
F1XLH Ratings"Table "Finish 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 endent Deflectors Marked to Indicate Position
1/2"(15mm)(1) 1/2"NPT(R1/2) 5.6 80 2.25"(57mm) 1,2,3,4,5 RA1325(2)(3x5)(6) RA1314(2)(3x5x6)
T/16"(10mm) 1/2"NPT(R1/2) 4.2 60 2.25"(57mm) 1 RA1323(2)(6) RA1313(6)
3/8' (10mm) 1/2"NPT(R1/2) 2.8 40 2.25"(57mm) 1 RA1321(2)(6) RA1311(6)
Conventional-Install in Upright or Pendent Position
15mm(1) 1/"NPT(R1/2) 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
it
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/e"(10mm) 1/2"NPT(R1/2) 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
2'%;22,12"- _
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t'� �l AMA�X,M/M RECESS-1:4-T=71 zT50.6mm] J �! �, AF MINIMUM RECESS= 125.dmm
\"w, ADJUSTMENT .. 1,1.�..
�!A� AI MNWIVM RECESS-
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2 61/12"DM [82.6mm]
(T2.2mmJ
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RECESSED PENDENT W/F1 OR F2 ESCUTCHEON RECESSED PENDENT W/FP ESCUTCHEON 6,.R>X,26
•SPRINKLER NOT FM APPROVED WITH FI ESCUTCHEON •SPRINKLER NOT 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 �...•r"'"""�
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 to Sprinkler
Orifice Thread Size US Metric Height Organizations Identification
Numbers(SIN)
1/2"(15mm) '//"NPT(R1/2) 5.6 80 2.25"(57mm) 1,2,3 RA1385n'nn2x3x4)
LPC Approval is pendent only,57°C through 141°C ratings.
(2)cULus Listed corrosion resistant(Polyester coated)sprinkler.
P 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 FIT17NC
TO FACE OF CEILING DIMENSION
Fl ESCUTCHFON 4
AT MAXIMUM RECESS= I T25.4mm]
AT MINIMUM RECESS=.5/679 51111111 4 Fi EScurCHEON
F2 ESCUTCHEON AT MAXIMUM RECESS= 1-.5/87-34.9m111]
AT MAXIMUM RECESS=3/4T191111111AT MINIMUM RECESS=2-1/16 T52.4mm]
AT MINIMUM RECESS=3/8 T9.5mmJ F2 ESCUTCHEON
AT MAXIMUM RECESS= 1-5/8741.3,,]
2 1/4"HOLE DIA. I/8. AT MINIMUM RECESS=2-1/16T52.4mm]
(572mm] [3.2mm]
7"X 7/2"REDUCER
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I 75/16"OL&.i _ I lI I (101.6mm-304.8mm]
[49.2mmi i{� "� 2 27/32"DIA. EC TO
(72D
2mmJ DEFLECTOR
• ; ( TURN COLLAR wag. 11
TIGHT AGAINST SPRINKLER \\\
WRENCH BOSS. F7 E.4CurCHEOA(
3/4779,,1 ADJUSTMENT
F2 ESCUTCHEON
1/27-72 7mmj ADJUSTMENT
FSW 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.
I Installation Wrench:Model D Sprinkler Wrench or Model W2 Sprinkler Wrench
Installation Data:Horizontal Sidewall
Nominal K Factor Sprinkler A roval Organizations
Height
pp Sprinkler
g
Nominal Orifice Thread Size Ordina Identification
US Metric Light Hazard Numbers(SIN)
Hazard
'/z"(15mm) W NPT(R1/2) 5.6 80 2.63"(67mm) 1,2 1 RA13350x2x3x4)
(7)WULus 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.
141 Electroless Nickel P I FE 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 h ac- 25. Do not clean sprinklers with soap and water, ammonia
cordance with the btcet published standards of the National Are 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
ktlstalafion 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(1) 141 286 225°F(107°C) Blue
Model GFR2 Sprinkler Wrench. Any other type of wrench may Extra High(1) 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 1"NPT(R'/2)sprinkler joint can be obtained with (2)cULus listed for SIN RA1325 and RA1314 only.
atorque of8-18ft-lbs(11-24N-n). Do not tighten sprinklers over Maximum Working Pressure
maximum recommended torque. It may cause leakage or impair 175 psi (12 bar)
mentofthe 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 Finishtlt
AND,WHEN APPLICABLE,THE ESCUTCHEONS HAVE BEENSStandard Finishes
prinkler Escutcheon
INSTALLED. RASCO wrenches are designed to install sprinklers Bronze Brass
when covers are in place. Chrome Chrome
Ordering Information Polyester Coated(6)(7)(9) White Painted
Special Application Finishes
Specify: Sprinkler Escutcheon
1. Sprinkler Model Hectroless Nickel I'I I-E(3)0O) Electroless Nickel I-'l FE
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(3)(93 Off White
6. Thread Type: [1/2" NPT] [ISO 7-1R1/2] Chrome Dull Chrome Dull
Lead Plated(3)(08)
7. Escutcheon Finish (where applicable) Wax Coated(3)(4xexe
Note:When Models F156, F142, F1XLH&F128 Recessed Sprinklers Wax Over Lead(3)(4u5xe)
are ordered,the sprinklers and escutcheons are packaged separately.
Escutcheon Data(1) (19 Other colors 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 (2 resistance(93°Clisting.)200°F ma:dmum.
hazard only (3)UL and ULC listed cnly.
(4>155°F to 200°F(68°C to 93°C)ratings only.
(6)286°F(141°C)sprinklers may be coated for ambient conditions not exceeding
150°F(66°C).
(°)cULus fisted"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.
(9)FM Approved finish applies only to SIN number RA1335&RA1385.
(9)LPCB and VdS Approved finish applies only to RA1325,RA1314 and RA1375.
(m)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.
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