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1. Unique Push on/T?�read off Cover Plate with a _ I ftt , ' J a r' y ,
Gasket Seal assembly for dust free environ- w ,� , , + 4a. ,:
2. A Total adjustment of 1/2" (13mm) provided by `ra, eu : n # a ks,
economical standard inlet version. , 1 . , F F,,, ser •
3. A Total adjustment of 1'/2" (38mm) provided by ti , hT'
adjustable inlet versions. i� y , .. L—
4. Adjustable inlet version available with either `f t ' r, .- _
1" NPT male or female threads eliminating g i 1 j i f i el r f ` , f
costing reducing couplings. 771 � , r.
5. Available in chrome plated or white painted 1 ,„....'-,......: , ` _ _,
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6. Ordinary and intermediate temperature rating.
7. Multiple orifices for design flexibility.
gasketed push- on/thread -off cover plate assembly is easily
8. The push-on/thread-off cover plate does not an d positively attached and blends Into the ceiling, conceal-
require clips or springs. ing the most dependable fire protection available, an auto-
Approvals & Listings matic sprinkler system.
p rova Models G4 and G4FR "Sealing" Concealer utilize a
1. Underwriters Laboratories, lnc. (UL) gasketed push- on/thread -off cover plate assembly designed
ULC solely for use in dust free environments such as a clean room.
2. Underwriters Laboratories of Canada
( ) These sprinklers are available in different orifice sizes allowing
3. NYC MEA 258 -93 -E the designer to optimize system performance, thereby
achieving a most efficient installation.
Note: Approvals are for light and ordinary hazard, except for small orifice The Concealer can eliminate the need for recise cutting
sprinkler which are limited to light hazard occupancies. The cup and skirt are of .. nl les. The gasketed push-on/thread- off cover plate
fabricated from plated steel and are intended for interior non-corrosive appli- assembly p an be adjusted without tools to fit accurately on the
cations ceiling. The fire protection system need not be shut down to
US. Patent No. 4,880,063. adjustor remove the gasketed push -on /thread -off cover plate
assem
The Models G4 and G4FR "Sealing" Concealer are stan-
dard response sprinklers. The G4FR does offer faster thermal
response f or those applications where this is desired.
Product Description
Models 04 and G4FR "Sealing" Concealer use proven fus-
: b� i bl e elements in a standard style sprinkler frame with a
► t „ �t,,t i ? : ; drop -down deflector. This assembly is recessed into the ceil-
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4 fie r`,�iY' c. ing and concealed by a flat gasketed push- on/thread -off
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.t � cover plate. The push- on/thread -off cover plate and sprinkler
�' . cup assemblies are held tight by a flexible tooth engagement.
f Sri ` k- This threaded engagement provides 1” (13mm) of cover ad-
' -.�° r : s" lustment to the threaded cup. The flat cover plate is attached
?° to the skirt using the same ordinary temperature classification
solder that is used in sprinklers. This results in ordinary tern-
Applications perature rated cover plates concealing either ordinary tern-
Models G4 and G4FR "Sealing" Concealer provide fire pro- perature sprinklers or intermediate temperature sprinklers
tection in dust free environments while offering an attractive which can be installed in 150°F environments. When the cell -
appearance and 1/2" (13mm) of push -on/ thread-off cover ad- ing temperature rises, the solder holding the flat cover plate
I justment for easy installation. The adjustable 1" NPT inlet ver- fuses, the cover plate released, thus exposing the sprinkler in-
sions have 11/2" (38mm) of total adjustment and also eliminate side the cup to the rising ambient temperature.
the need for a reducing coupling. The small diameter
The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc., 525 North MacQuesten Parkway, Mount Vernon, New York10552
The subsequent fusing of the solder element in the sprinkler male or female] as shown in Figures 2 or 3. These sprinklers
opens the waterway and causes the deflector to drop into po-. must be installed before the ceiling is In place by wrenching
sition to distribute the discharging water. Any secure engage- on only the coupling reducer hex flats. After the ceiling has
ment between the gasket push- on/thread -ctf cover plate and been installed the telescoping inlet.section is to be adjusted
cup will assure That the drop -down deflector is properly lo- with the G4 Wrench. Then install the gasketed
cated below the ceiling. push -on / thread -off cover plate assembly over the sprinkler by
Installation noldino and pressing it straight up into the cup. Final adjust -
d in ceilings which have ment o the gasketed push-on/thread-off cover plate assem-
Do not install The Conceale 9 PO bly is done by turning it clockwise until tight against the ceiling.
live pressure in the space above. • If required to reassemble the gasket to the
I • Cut a 2%" (67mm) diameter hole in the ceiling, and install the cover plate, do not glue the gasket
push on/thread off
Th e adjustable inlet sprinkler with the Model into p sio gasket to overlap both the Wrench. into lace or allow the
The wrench has drive which insert into cup slobs. p g
When installing a sprinkler, ffte wrench is first positioned into push -on /thread -off cover plate and flange of the skirt.
the sprinkler /cup assembly until the wrench tangs engage • The gasket and push - on/thread -off cover plate of the
drive slots in the top of the cup (there are two sets of mating Model G4 and G4FR "Sealing" sprinklers are not too be
drive slots in the cup). The sprinkler is then tightened into the interchanged with other models of concealed sprinklers.
pipe fitting. When inserting or removing the wrench from the • Paint or any other coating over the factory finish on cover
s nnkler /cup assembly, care should be taken to_ prevent
damage to the sprinkler- DO NOT WRENCH ON pates will void all approvals and warranties.
OTHER PART OF THE SPRINKLER/CUP ASSEMBLY. In- Ordering Information ��
stall the gasketed push -on /thread -off cover assembly over 9
the sprinkler by holding and pressing it straight up into the 1. Sprinkler Model i 1 t
cup. Final adjustment of the gasketed push-0 read-off 2. Temperature Rating ; !` - -; ;
cover assembly is done by turning it clockwise until tight 3. Nominal Orifice t �.i.‘; - -.1
against ceiling. 4. Inlet Type -,j -
The adjustable inlet versions are similar to The Concealer' 5. Gasketed Cover -
described above except that an additional 1" adjustment is Plate Assembly Finish
provided by means of a telescoping inlet section that threads
in or out of stationary coupling reducer [either 1" (25mm) Push- on/Thread -off Cover
Plate Finish VI
Standard Temperatures • White Paint I - X
Model Classification Sprinkler Cover Plate T Ceprmg • Chrome Plated
Coifing Other Finishes available upon .., -1.
G4 Ordinary 135 °F /57°C 1359:157 100 °F /38 °C request.
34, G4FR Ordinary 165°F/74°C 135°F/57°C 100°F /38°C Color
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G4 , Intermediate 1 212 °F /100°C 165°F/74°C 150°F/66°C • White only
Technical hstallation Data Model G4 Wrench
I Sprinkler ldentiiicaUon
Sprinkler Total Nominal Nominal K Factor Thread Number (SIN)
Model Inlet Adjustmerrt Orifice
US Metric I G4 G4FR
Y2" (15mm) 1 /2" NPT RY R2115 R2215
I Non - Adjustment Y2" (13mm) 7/ 5.6 80 ( ) I
Non - Adjustment 1 /2" (13mm) /16" (11 mm) 4.2 60 1 /2" NPT (R /2) R2113 R2213
G4 Non - Adjustment 1/2" (13mm) %" (10mm) 2.8 40 1/2" NPT (R1/2) R2111 R2211
G4FR Adjustment 1 (38mm) 1/2" (15mm) 5.6 80 1" NPT Male or Female R2118 R2216
Adjustment 1 (38mm) 7 16 " (11 mm) 4.2 60 1" NPT Male or Female 82113 R2213
Adjustment 1 (38mm) %" (10mm) 2.8 40 1" NPT Male or Female f R2112 R2212
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'illustration shows Model G4; use the same dimensional configuration for the Model G4FR
The egipme t presented in the bulletin Is to be installed in accordance wrlh the latest perlir ere Standards cite National Fre Protector) Assodatare, Factory Mutual Research Corporation, or other similar aganzatens
and also with the proersese of goverrrrrental codes a advances whenever applicable.
Prad[xs manufactured and distnbuted by Reliable have been protecting he and property for aver 80 years, and are Installed and serviced by the most lag* qualified an reputable sprirVler contractors located through-
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i 2072 1 /2in. 6ft (1.8m) 28ft (8.4m) 175 (1205) —
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. -` 13D guidelines. The hydraulic loss of the FlexHead needs to be included in the hydraulic design calculations the same as a valve of fitting.
' t a to Each FlexHead has a 3' minimum bend radius per UL guidelines and a 7 minimum bend radius per FM guidelines.
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