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A complete line of UL Listed and FM
Approved quick response extended coverage
sprinklers for light hazard applications. ,. ,,-.4
Horizontal Sidewall Sprinklers are approved Q 4, _
for installation 4" 12" (102mm - 305 U All: i
below the ceiling. iu 1 ' l 00 , ,.
Model F1 FR OREC Sprinkler Types .� o i . rt Pendent
Extended Coverage Hori Sidewall QUO : 0 Coverage Recessed Extended
• EC -8 Deflector Pendent Coverage Pendent
• EC -9 Deflector
Model Fl FR OREC Recessed Sprinkler (`
Types L Cirk a t ! ,1 f.
R ecessed Extended Coverage Pendent Ft� ; .:i`'
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Recessed Extended Coverage Horizontal L.F _ ,.- # �n "
Sidewall: ` ` , ri ; 4
• EC -8 Deflector '' x '
• EC -9 Deflector
Approval Organizations Extended Coverage Recessed Extended
1. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. Horizontal Sidewall EC -8 Coverage Horizontal Sidewall
2. Underwriters' Laboratories of Canada EC-8
3. Factory Mutual Research Corporation
4. NYC MEA 258 -93 -E
UL Listing Category
Sprinklers, Automatic & Open •
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Quick Response Extended Coverage Sprinkler , ;t - �� �•. ;�
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UL Guide Number i'
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Note: Consult appropriate FM Installation Standards
regarding limitations of room size, ceiling height and
minimum wall fire resistance rating. Extended Coverage Recessed Extended
Horizontal Sidewall EC -9 Coverage Horizontal Sidewall
EC -9
Product Description
Reliable Models F1FR QREC and Fl FR QREC The balance of parts are made of brass, copper and
Recessed Sprinklers are quick response sprinklers which beryllium nickel.
combine the durability for a standard sprinkler with the The temperature rating of the sprinkler is identified by
attractive low profile of a decorative sprinkler. the color of the glass bulb.
The Models F1FR QREC and F1FR QREC Recessed Application
Automatic Sprinklers utilize a 3.0mm frangible glass bulb.
These sprinklers have demonstrated response times in Quick response sprinklers are used in fixed fire
laboratory tests which are five times faster than standard protection systems: Wet, Dry, Deluge or Preaction. Care
response sprinklers. This quick response enables these must be exercised that the orifice size, temperature
sprinklers to apply water to a fire much faster than rating, deflector style and sprinkler type are in
standard sprinklers of the same temperature rating. accordance with the latest published standards of the
The glass bulb consists of an accurately controlled National Fire Protection Association or the approving
amount of special fluid hermetically sealed inside a authority having jurisdiction. Quick response sprinklers
precisely manufactured glass capsule. This glass bulb is are intended for installation as specified in NFPA 13.
specially constructed to provide fast thermal response.
The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. • 525 North MacQuesten Parkway • Mount Vernon • New York • 10552
Model Fl FR Quick Response Extended Coverage Pendent Sprinkler
Deflector: EC _"°
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench
Approval Type: Quick Response Extended Coverage -Light Hazard Occupancy ` E rb u,y
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Installation Data: 1 ( t "K" Factor Sprinkler 1
Nominal Thread Sprinkler Temperature"' Approval Identification
Orifice Sae US Metric Length Rating Organizations Number (SIN)
n 3 2.2" 5°F (57 °C) ti.
/2" (20mm) Ye NPT (R /4) 80 115 (r5,1mm) 15 (63 °C) 1,2,3,4 R4842
' /z" (15mm) '/2 " NPT (R1/2) 5.6 80 21" 135°F °C)
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155 °F (68 (57 °C) 1,2,4 R4845
(" FM Approval of pendent sprinkler - 135 °F (57 °C) only
Model Fl FR Recessed Quick Response Extended Coverage Pendent Sprinkler
Deflector: EC
Installation Wrench: Model RC1 Sprinkler Wrench
Approval Type: Quick Response Extended Coverage -Light Hazard Occupancy
Installation Data:
"K" Factor Sprinkler
Nominal Thread Sprinkler Temperature Approval Identification
Orifice Size US Metric Length ' Rating Organizations Number (SIN) ,,, q
17 /32 " l NPT 2 2" 135 °F (57°C) r — _
(2)17 Tr) (R3/4) 80 115 (5 ,1mm) 155°F (68°C) 1, 2, 3, 4 R4842
X4/4'a
' /z Y NPT 56 21" 135°F (57°C) 1, 2, 4 R4845 ",W !
(15mm) (Rik) (534mm) 155°F (68°C) '". 1 - -
(" FM Approval of recessed sprinkler — 135 °F (57 °C) only.
(2 ' Refer to escutcheon data table for approvals and dimensions. .o lt:l�;iL I W Or MM. COVERAGE AREA k
Pressure psi (bar) Maximum
Row Coverage Area "' _ _ .
Rate Width x Length 7 IV= at .m.o.
gpm(L/min) K= 8.0(115) K= 5.6(80) ftxft. (mxm)
26 (98.4) 10.6 (0,7) 216 (1,5) 16x16 (4.9x4.9)
33 (125.0) 17.0 (1,2) 347 (2,4) 18x18 (5.5x5.5)
40 (151.4) 25.0 (1,7) 51.0 (3,5) 20x20 (6.0x60)
(3) 135 °F (57 °C) only for both Pendent and Recessed Pendent.
Model Fl FR Quick Response Extended Coverage Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler
Deflector: EC -8
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench
Approval Type: Quick Response Extended Coverage -Light Hazard Occupancy
Installation Data:
"K" Factor Sprinkler
Nominal Thread Sprinkler Approval Temperature Identification �
Orifice Size US Metric Length Organizations Rating Number (SIN) " i 1 ' - ::
2 2" NPT (57°C)
135 °F � .
(15mm) (R1/2) 56 80 (71 1mm) 1, 2, 3, 4 155°F (68°C) R4865 „
175 °F (79°C)
2.
Mo del Fl FR Recessed Quick Response Extended Coverage
Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler
Deflector: EC -8
Installation Wrench: Model GFR1 Sprinkler Wrench
Approval Type: Quick Response Extended Coverage -Light Hazard Occupancy
Installation Data:
"K" Factor Sprinkler
Nominal Thread Sprinkler Approval` Temperature"' Identification \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \`
Orifice Size US Metric Length Organizations Rating Number (SIN)
1 y" NPT 135°F (57°C) nia wma' \ r/a 7
(15mm) (RY) 5. 80 (71 1mm) 7, 2, 3,4 175 (79°C) 84865 \ L°1° . w fr.
") FM Approval of recessed sprinkler - 135 °F (57 °C) only .. r.ri AP ` Refer to escutcheon data table for approvals and dimensions. r { COVERAGE AREA , „w,, Ii
Flow Rate Pressure Maximum Deflector to Ceiling D 1 , 2 27� 0414.
gpm (L/min) psi (bar) Coverage Area Dimension
Width x Length Min. - Max. 1 L - "I
UL FM UL FM ft. x ft. (m x m) Inches (mm) \_1
26 (98.4) 26 (98.4) 214 (1,5) 21.4 (1,5) 16x16 (4.9x4.9) 4 -12 (102 -305) \ '
29 (109.8) 30(113.6) 266 (1,8) 28.5 (2,0) 16x18 (4.9x5.5) 4 -12 (102 -305) , fi 11---va'
32 (121 1) 33 (125.0) 32.4 (2,2) 34.5 (2,4) 16x20 (49x6.0 4 -12 (102 -305)
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Model Fl FR Quick Response Extended Coverage Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler
Deflector: EC -9
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench
Approval Type: Quick Response Extended Coverage -Light Hazard Occupancy
Installation Data:
"K" Factor Sprinkler
Nominal Thread Sprinkler Approval Temperature identification
Orifice Size US Metric Length Organizations Rating Number (SIN) _ }
n %"NPr 285 135°F (57 °C) � ` .
80 115 1,2,3,4 155°F (68 °C) R4862 ' it
(20mm) (R3 / (724mm) 175°F (78 °C) `r
Model Fl FR Recessed Quick Response Extended Coverage Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler
Deflector: EC -9
Installation Wrench: Model GFR1 Sprinkler Wrench
Approval Type: Quick Response Extended Coverage -Light Hazard Occupancy
Installation Data:
"K" Factor Sprinkler
Nominal Thread Sprinkler Approval' Temperature Identification
Orifice Size US Metric Length Organizations Rating "' Number (SIN)
Ye 135 °F 57°C \N\\ \ \ \\\� \\N
/32' /4" NPT 2.85" ( )
(20mm) (R3/4) 8.0 115 (72.x) 175°F 1,2,3,4 155°F (68°C) 84862
175 °F (78°C) FACE Of ru,vz ro L
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ceunc 01101190a ' FM Approval of recessed sprinkler - 135 °F only. \ r ' II) "
` Refer to escutcheon data table for approvals and dimensions. 1■ cnuv
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COVERAGE AREA II , ��
Row Rate Maximum " I I I IIII I INII - ■ �
, I5 /l6 a "/J 01 k (Umin) Pressure, psi ( bar) Coverage Area Deflector to Ceiling °" ,I�IIII�fij 1
Width x Length Dimension Min.- Max.
UL FM UL FM ft x ft (m x m) Inches (mm) 1 - _-'J 7
26 (98 4) - 10.6 (0,7) - 16x 16 (49x49) 12 (305) 111
7 I
29 (109.8) 32 (121.1) 131 (0,9) 160 (1,1) 16x16 (4.9x4.9) 4 -12 (102 -305)
29 (109.8) 36 (136.3) 131 (0,9) 20.2 (1,4) 16x18 (4.9x5.5) 4 -12 (102 -305) "+0am I---A
32 (121.1) 40 (151.4) 160 (1,1) 25.0 (1,7) 16x20 (4.9x6.0) 4 -12 (102 -305) 11i� OtlienER rn
36 (136.3) 44 (166.6) 202 (1,4) 30.2 (2,1) 16x22 (4.9x6.7) 4 -12 (102 -305) I narus>vrC" i 0'
39 (147.6) 48 (181.7) 23.8 (1,6) 360 (2,5) 16x24 (4.9x7.3) 4 -12 (102 -305)
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Model Fl FR & Fl FR Recessed Quick Response Extended Coverage Sprinklers
Finishes
Quick response sprinkler are intended for installation Standard Finishes
as specified in NFPA 13. Quick response sprinklers and Sprinkler Escutcheon
standard response sprinklers should not be intermixed.
The Model Fl FR Recessed QREC Sprinklers are to be Bronze Brass
installed as shown. The Model Fl or F2 Escutcheons Chrome Plated Chrome Plated
illustrated are the only recessed escutcheons to be used White Polyester Coated White Painted
with the Model Fl FR Sprinklers. The use of any other Special Application Finishes
recessed escutcheon will void all approvals and negate Sprinkler` Escutcheon
all warranties.
When installing Model F1FR QREC Sprinklers, use the Bright Brass Bright Brass
Model D Sprinkler Wrench. When installing Model F1 FR Black P Black Plating
QREC Recessed Sidewall Sprinklers, Off W rinklers, use the Model Off W Paint Off int int Off White
Paint
White
GFR1 Sprinkler Wrench. Use the Model RC1 Wrench for Satin Chrome Satin Chrome
installing F1FR QREC Recessed Pendent Sprinklers.
Any other type of wrench may damage these sprinklers. ( Other colors and finishes are available on special order. Consult
factory for details.
Maintenance 121 FM Approval limited to bronze, bright and satin chrome plated,
The Models F1FR QREC and F1FR QREC Recessed and polyester coated only.
Sprinklers should be inspected quarterly and the
sprinkler system maintained in accordance with NFPA
25. Do not clean sprinklers with soap and water,
ammonia or any other cleaning fluids. Remove dust by Escutcheon Data
using a soft brush or gentle vacuuming. Remove any
sprinkler which has been painted (other than factory Escutcheon i a° Face ding ng
applied) or damaged in any way. A stock of spare l approv�s Dimension wall Ceiling
sprinklers should be maintained to allow quick
replacement of damaged or operated sprinklers. Prior to Fl 1,2,4 y," (19mm) (19mm x (5mm ) -
installation, sprinklers should be maintained in the 1 %" (35mmr 5 76" (
original cartons and packaging until used to minimize the " (25mm > "' X6" ()
1
potential for damage to sprinklers that would cause F2 1, 2,3,4 y° (13mm) 1
improper operation or non - operation. ( mmm
) Y,6" (18mm)
(1) EC Pendent
(2) EC HSW
Temperature Ratings (3' NYC MEA 258 -93 -E, Pendent and Recessed Pendent Only.
Sprinkler Maximum Ordering Information
Rating Ambient Temp. g
Classification °F °C °F °C Bulb Color Specify:
1. Sprinkler Model
Ordinary 135 57 1(X) 38 orange 2. Sprinkler Type
Ordinary 155 68 100 38 Red 3. Orifice Size
Intermediate 175 79 150 66 Yellow 4. Deflector Type
5. Temperature Rating
6. Sprinkler Finish
Sprinkler Types 7. Escutcheon Type
Extended Coverage Pendent 8. Escutcheon Finish (where applicable)
Extended Coverage Sidewall Note: When Model F1FR Recessed sprinklers are
• EC -8 HSW Deflector ordered, the sprinklers and escutcheons are
• EC -9 HSW Deflector packaged separately.
Recessed Extended Coverage Pendent
Recessed Extended Coverage Sidewall
• EC -8 HSW Deflector
• EC -9 HSW Deflector
The equipment presented in this bulletin is to be installed in accordance with the latest pertinent 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 80 years, and are installed and serviced by the most highly
qualified and reputable sprinkler contractors located throughout the United States, Canada and foreign countries
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