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Report (125) Inlet fittings are available with 1" NPT, ISO 7-1R1, 3/4" NPT, See the Available Configurations, Listings, and Approvals or IS07-1 R3/4 threads. Sprinklers with 3/4" NPT and IS07- table in this Bulletin for further information on Model F3QR56 1R3/4 inlet fittings are intended primarily for replacement of Dry sprinklers. existing 3/4"or IS07-1 R3/4 inlet dry sprinklers, but may also be used in new installations. Available Configurations, Listings, and Approvals Available Sprinkler Sprinkler Escutcheon or Listings and Inlet Identification Model Cover Plate Length Approvalst') Threads Number (See Figs. 1-9) (SIN) Standard 2" to 36" Escutcheon (50 to 900 mm) HB Extended Escutcheon 3/4" NPT or Fl Recessed cULus, NYC IS07 1 R3/4 Escutcheon 3-1/2" to 36" (90 to 900 mm) FP Recessed Escutcheon F3QR56 Dry CCP Cover Plate Pendent R5714 Standard 2" to 48" Escutcheon (50 to 1200 mm) HB Extended Escutcheon 1" NPT Fl Recessed cULus, FM, NYC or Escutcheon 3-1/2" to 48" IS07-1R1 (90 to 1200 mm) FP Recessed Escutcheon CCP Cover Plate Standard 2" to 48" Escutcheon (50 to 1200 mm) HB Extended Escutcheon cULus(2), NYC(2) 3/4" NPT or Fl Recessed 3-1/2" to 48" IS07-1 R3/4 Escutcheon (90 to 1200 mm) FP Recessed F3QR56 Dry Escutcheon Horizontal R5734 Sidewall Standard 2" to 48" Escutcheon (50 to 1200 mm) cULus(2), FM(3), NYC(2) HB Extended 3-1/2" to 48" Escutcheon (90 to 1200 mm) 1" NPT or Fl Recessed IS07-1R1 Escutcheon 3-1/2" to 48" cULus(2), FP Recessed (90 to 1200 mm) FM(3)(4), NYC(2) Escutcheon (1)For available temperature ratings and finishes see the Temperature Ratings and Finishes tables,respectively,in this Bulletin. I (2)cULus Listing and NYC for Light Hazard and Ordinary Hazard only. (3)FM Approved for Light Hazard only. (4)Model F3QR56 Dry Horizontal Sidewall with Model Fl or Model FP recessed escutcheon are FM Approved as Standard Response. 2. Patents 'Model F3QR56 Dry series sprinklers may be covered by one or more of the following patents: US Patent No. 5,775,431 US Patent No. 5,967,240 Listing and Approval Agencies See the Available Configurations, Listings, and Approvals table in this Bulletin for listings and approvals applicable to each available configuration. 1. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. and UL Certified for Canada (cULus) 2. Certified by FM Approvals (FM) 3. Permitted in New York City based on UL Listing per Local Law 33/2007 (NYC) Technical Data Nominal K-Factor: 5.6 gpm/psi't2 (80 L/min/bar1t2) Sprinkler Listing or Approval Deflector to Ceiling Distance Maximum Working Pressure F3QR56 Dry cULus, NYC -- 250 psi(17.2 bar) Pendent FM -- 175 psi(12 bar) 4"to 6" 250 psi(17.2 bar) F3QR56 Dry cULus, NYC Horizontal Sidewall 6"to 12" 175 psi(12 bar) FM -- 175 psi(12 bar) Temperature Glass Bulb Sprinkler Cover Plate Maximum Ceiling Listings and Classification Color Temperature Rating Temperature Rating Temperature Approvals11) Orange 135°F(57°C) Ordinary 135°F(57°C) 100°F(38°C) cULus, FM, NYC Red 155°F(68°C) Intermediate Yellow 175°F(79°C) 165°F(74°C) 150°F(66°C) cULus,NYC Intermediate Green 200°F(93°C) 165°F(74°C) 150°F(66°C) cULus, FM, NYC None 225°F(107°C) cULus,FM(2), NYC High Blue 286°F(141°C) 165°F(74°C) 150°F(66°C) cULus,NYC ('%For listed and approved sprinkler,escutcheon,and inlet configurations see the Available Configurations,Listings,and Approvals table in this Bulletin. (2)High temperature classification is FM Approved with Standard and Model HB escutcheons only. Finishes Component Sprinkler Escutcheon'" Cover Plate Bronze Brass(3) White Paint Standard Finishes White Polyester(2) White Polyester Chrome Chrome Chrome Electroless Nickel PTFE2 Satin Chrome Electroless Nickel PTFE Special Application Finishes Black Polyester(2) Black Polyester Black Paint Custom Color Paint Customer Color Polyester Custom Color Polyester Black Plating (1)Standard and Model HB escutcheons are supplied with both the can and escutcheon finished. Model Fl escutcheons are supplied with both the collar and escutcheon finished.Model FP escutcheons are supplied with the escutcheon finished;the cup is galvanized steel with no further finish. (2)cULus Listed as a Corrosion Resistant Sprinkler. (3)Brass finish available for standard,Model Fl,and Model FP escutcheons only. 3. Model F3QR56 Dry Pendent Sprinkler with Standard Escutcheon (SIN R5714) "A"Dim. 2"to 48"(51mm to 1219mm)in 1/4"(6mm)increments for 1"connections or 2"to 36"(51mm to 914mm)in 1/4"(6mm)increments for 3/4"connections r_-z + _+- 1x '91 1 I I, i, i1 IIT II III `� I, I i�„„ 1 _ 1 P�iu� 1 LS-- 1 Ii i' i--", ' L_I System Fitting Inlet Fitting 2-1/8" -1.0 [54mm] Dia. "A" Dimension Hole in Ceiling 1-1/2" [38 mm] 1-21/32" Dia. ► Total Adjustment [42 mm] 1-- - 1-1/4" [32 mm] CSprinkler Can 1 Ceiling Escutcheon Adjustment __--- : : Escutcheon 1/4" [6 mm] ' Ceiling i _r------ Escutcheon �— 1 Ceiling 1 Adjustment Nominal \ A � Escutcheon s Position �� 1 1/4" [6mm] I Protrusion at Nominal Escutcheon Position 1 1-5/8" 1 --.43 [76 mm] [41 mm] DIA. 153FG01-G Fig. 1 Note:The sprinkler can protrudes 1/4"when escutcheon is in nominal position. Escutcheon adjustment provides-1/4"(-6mm)to+11/4" (+32mm)"A" dimension adjustment range. Sprinkler Guard: Model C2 4. I Model F3QR56 Dry Pendent Sprinkler with Model HB Extended Escutcheon (SIN R5714) "A"Dim. 31/2"to 48"(89mm to 1219mm)in 1/4"(6mm)increments for 1"connections or 31/2"to 36"(89mm to 914mm)in 1/4"(6mm)increments for 3/4"connections — �I�1I r-IF- - v h; ,111 H H ,- \ �1 - System Fitting 2-1/2"[64 mm]Dia. i Inlet Fitting Hole in Ceiling "A"Dimension _ 3-1/2"[89 mm] Escutcheon Dia. 1/2"[12.5mm] Escutheon Adjustment 1 Ceiling I 1"[25 mm]Total Escutcheon t ' i Escutcheon Adjustment 1/2"[12.5mm] Escutheon Adjustment \—Nominal Position Sprinkler Can of Escutcheon 1-1/4"[32 mm] 1 / 1 4 Protrusion at �'�1 1-5/8" Nominal Escutcheon Position E--'\() [41 mm] 1 L 157FG02B 2-3/16"[56 mm] Dia. Ag. 2 Note: The sprinkler can protrudes 11/4"when escutcheon is in nominal position. Escutcheon adjustment provides-'/2"(-12.7mm)to+1/2"(+12.7mm) "A"dimension adjustment range. Sprinkler Guard: Model C2 5. Model F3QR56 Dry Pendent Sprinkler with Model FP Recessed Escutcheon (SIN R5714) "A"Dim. 3'/2"to 48"(89mm to 1219mm)in 1/4"(6mm)increments for 1"connections or 31/2"to 36"(89mm to 914mm)in 1/4"(6mm)increments for 3/4"connections I 1, ,'d I 1 I hi,i I, 1 _ III 6 _I _ I_ II'I II i!I I I�� ��uil 1 1 li�iu� II II _ 1v '"'I I I Ifj I ii t L_I - i System Fitting , z Inlet Fitting 1 2-1/2" [64 mm] Dia. J Hole in Ceiling "A" Dimension 2-9/32" [58 mm] Dia. --~ J Nominal Sprinkler Escutcheon Cup \ Position I'1I I Escutcheon I ) Ceiling I 1 A Iy Ceiling 1/4" [6mm] I t i ,-_ - 1 Escutcheon Adjustment 1/4" [6 mm] Escutcheon Adjustment 3-7/32" --.1 [82 mm] Dia. ID- 1/2" [12 mm] — Total Escutcheon Adjustment 153FG02-F Fig. 3 Note:Do not install the Model F3QR56 Dry Pendent sprinkler with the Model FP escutcheon in ceilings which have positive pressure in the space above. 6. ( Model F3QR56 Dry Pendent Sprinkler with Model CCP Cover Plate (SIN R5714) "A"Dim. 31/2"to 48"(89mm to 1219mm)in 1/4"(6mm)increments for 1"connections or 3'/"to 36"(89mm to 914mm)in 1/4"(6mm)increments for 3/4"connections r z J-1 I_ III !, h i,11, 1 1 r,,,,, 0 it 1_--- --,_\ LI '` System Fitting ,_ \ Inlet Fitting • 2-1/2" [64 mm] Dia. i Hole in Ceiling 'A" Dimension 2-9/32" [58 mm] Dia. INominal 7- Sprinkler Cover Plate I Cup Assembly [ Position IModel CCP 1/2 Cover Plate Assembly + Ceiling moi',, illii :. (Adjustment Limited to 3/8" [10 mm]) Ceiling i i 3/16" [5 mm] =a Cover Plate Adjustment 3/16" [5 mm] -J Cover Plate Adjustment 3-5/16" 1.-- [84 [84 mm] Dia. 3/8" [10 mm] 153FG03-F Total Cover Plate Adjustment Fig. 4 Note:Do not install the Model F3QR56 Dry Pendent sprinkler with the Model CCP cover plate in ceilings which have positive pressure in the space above. 7. Model F3QR56 Dry Pendent Sprinkler with Model F1 Recessed Escutcheon(SIN R5714) "A"Dim. 31/2"to 48"(89mm to 1219mm)in 1/4"(6mm)increments for 1"connections or 31/2"to 36"(89mm to 914mm)in 1/4"(6mm)increments for 3/4"connections, r-z sI 17- 1\ -( I- Ti[----II l! ii I II1 I I' — I ilII —I I — I I_ II.� — \\ II P� . II II 1,1,11 1 1 liHil, i 1! 1----� �� M L_— ---- i__,--) [ H L_ System Fitting Inlet Fitting 2-1/4" [57 mm] Dia. J Hole in Ceiling i—. ► 1-15/16" [49mm] Dia. "A" Dimension INominal Escutcheon Position 1 Ceiling ' 3 1/8" 1 1 � I i Ceiling i, 1 [3 mm] 1/4" [6mm] i A / Escutcheon Adjustment �'/ 1/4" [6mm] I " ' \ Escutcheon Adjustment Escutcheon 1/2" [12 mm] Adjustment -� 2-27/32" 157FG05B [72 mm] Dia. Fig. 5 8. 1 Model F3QR56 Dry Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler with Standard Escutcheon (SIN R5734) "A"Dim. 2"to 48"(51mm to 1219mm)in 1/4"(6mm)increments for 1"connections or 2"to 36"(51mm to 914mm)in 1/4"(6mm)increments for 3/4"connections 1-1/2" [38 mm] Total Escutcheon Adjustment Ceiling - I I 4" [102 mm] Min. N— 12" [305 mm] Max. 1-1/4' [32 mm] .- Escutcheon Adjustment H— 1/4" [6 mm] System Fitting Escutcheon Adjustment Inlet Fitting -%''''- 2-3/32" 1 _ 4 [53 mm] -' 5/8" [16 mm] i • 3" 1 -�_ �, � [76 mm] tA- i 2-1/8" [54 mm] Dia. Hole in Wall i _ 1/4" [6 mm] Protrusion Sprinkler Can —I 7.0-- at Nominal Escutcheon Position NNominal Escutcheon Position --. 'A° Dimension Pm- 157FG06B Fig. 6 Note:The sprinkler can protrudes 1/4"when escutcheon is in nominal position. Escutcheon adjustment provides-1/4"(-6mm)to+11/4" (+32mm)"A" dimension adjustment range. 9. 1 Model F3QR56 Dry Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler with Model HB Escutcheon (SIN R5734) "• A"Dim. 31/2"to 48"(89mm to 1219mm)in 1/4"(6mm)increments for 1"connections or I 31/2"to 36"(89mm to 914mm)in 1/4"(6mm)increments for 3/4"connections 1" [25.4mm] I Total Adjustment Ceiling 1/2" [12.7mm] --..— Escutcheon Adjustment 4" [101.60mm] Min. 12"[304.80mm] Max. 1/2' [12.7mm] Escutcheon Adjustment �-.1 2 3/32" System Tee [53.18mm] /— Inlet Fitting ` I 4 \ ( \' 2-13/64" (IJ l' [55.8D8mm] [88.9mm] / I II Escutcheon Dia. 2 1/2" Dia. I [63.5mm] —1 Hole in Wall i 1-1/4" [31.75mm] Nominal . \ 1 .---..— Protrusion \ Sprinkler Can -� "A" Dimension \� Escutcheon Nominal Position 157FG07B of Escutcheon Fig. 7 Note: The sprinkler can protrudes 11/4"when escutcheon is in nominal position. Escutcheon adjustment provides 11/2'(-12.7mm)to+1"(+12.7mm) "A"dimension adjustment range. 10. I Model F3QR56 Dry Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler with Model FP Recessed Escutcheon(SIN R5734) "A"Dim. 31/2"to 48"(89mm to 1219mm)in 1/4"(6mm)increments for 1"connections or 31"to 36"(89mm to 914mm)in 1/4"(6mm)increments for 3/4"connections Ceiling 1 1-13/32" Escutcheon [36 mm] 4' [102 mm] Min. Cup 1 ro cULus, NYC: 6' [152 mm] Max. 7 System Fitting FM: 12" [305 mm] Max. \ Inlet Fitting ' po/ �� � 5/8" [16 mm] v \`, _,,_-_-..z,./�i 3-7/32x, t J [82 mm] Dia. 2-1/2" i1 [64 mm] Dia. — Hole in Wall - Nominal Escutcheon Position 2-19/64" [58 mm] Dia. T — 1/4" [6 mm] Escutcheon Adjustment _ 1/2" [12 mm] "A" Dimension 0,— Total Escutcheon Adjustment 157FG08B 1/4" [6 mm] Escutcheon Adjustment Fig. 8 Note:Do not install the Model F3QR56 Dry Horizontal Sidewall sprinkler with the Model FP escutcheon in walls which are positively pressurized with respect to the protected space. 11. _ Model F3QR56 Dry Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler with Model Fl Recessed Escutcheon (SIN R5734) "A"Dim. 3'/2"to 48"(89mm to 1219mm)in 1/4"(6mm)increments for 1"connections or 3'/"to 36"(89mm to 914mm)in 1/4"(6mm)increments for 3/4"connections Ceiling I 1/8" Escutcheon -.III-- [3 mm] 4" [102 mm] Min. =\ System Fitting cULus, NYC: 6" [152 mm] Max. FM: 12" [305 mm] Max. Inlet Fitting -----r-_l� � I VIII 5/8" [16 mm] 11 ://:/z/:// 4---1111111 Me _ CC-: t'1 I ‘\� \\\,\ _-1.2�i 2-27/32" [72 mm] Dia. 2-1/4" [57 mm] Dia. i H---1 Hole in Wall 1-15/16" [49 mm] Dia. Nominal Position L_��� of Escutcheon 4k 1/4" [6 mm] Escutcheon Adjustment 157FG09B 1/2" [12 mm] "A" Dimension Total Escutcheon Adjustment 1/4" [6 mm] Escutcheon Adjustment Fig. 9 12. RECOMMENDED EXPOSED MINIMUM BARREL LENGTH WHEN CONNECTED TO WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEM (DRY PENDENT SPRINKLER WITH STANDARD ESCUTCHEON SHOWN) WET PIPE _--- ---_ EXPOSED BARREL AMBIENT AMBIENT TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE I' _ _---t1- EXPOSED TO --I r-- h.---- P 40°F/4°C 50°F/10°C I 60°F/16°C I I --LII - � lilli L DISCHARGE END EXPOSED MINIMUM BARREL LENGTH" ' II I if,'I I,'1 II OF SPRINKLER' (FACE OF FITTING TO TOP OF CEILING)"' _ZI==IIP)----I �MI ,----Ett-_-_—_ IN.(MM) IN.(MM) IN.(MM) LJ _—� ',DJc F F r '1 IF HUMIDITY AND TEMPERATURE DIFFERENTIAL 40°F(4°C) 0 0 0 \ — CAUSES CONDENSATION ON THE EXPOSED DRY MillSPRINKLER, CONSIDER WRAPPING THE EXPOSED j 30'F(-1°C) 0 0 0 \ BARREL WITH INSULATION, FOAM INSULATING TAPE OR EQUIVALENT. 20°F(-7°C) 4(100) 0 0 10°F(-12°C) 8(200) 1(25) 0 0°F(-18°C) 12(300) 3(75) 0 MINIMUM (HEATED AREA) SEAL THE CLEARANCE SPACE -10°F(-23°C) 14(350) 4(700) 1(25) EXPOSED AROUND THE SPRINKLER TO AVOID BARREL LEAKAGE OF AIR INTO THE PROTECTED -20°F(-29°C) 14(350) 6(150) 3(75) LENGTH AREA AND CONSEQUENT FORMATION OF CONDENSATE AROUND THE FRAME.WHICH I -30°F(-34°C) 16(400) 8(200) 4(100) COULD INHIBIT OPERATION OR CAUSE ! PREMATURE OPERATION.SEE BELOW FOR 0°F(-40°C) 18(450) 8(200) 4(100) RECOMMENDED METHODS. "A° CLEARANCE -50°F(-46°C) 20(500) 10(250) 6(150) / DIMENSION HOLE IIII / -60°F(-51°C) 20(500) 10(250) 6(150) 'FOR AMBIENT TEMPERATURES EXPOSED TO THE DISCHARGE END OF THE SPRINKLER THAT OCCUR BETWEEN THE VALUES LISTED,USE r THE NEXT COOLER TEMPERATURE. ffir 1 re "THE MINIMUM EXPOSED BARREL LENGTH IS NOT THE SAME AS THE "A"DIMENSION.THE MINIMUM EXPOSED BARREL LENGTH IS BASED ON A PROPERLY SEALED PENETRATION WITH A MAXIMUM WIND VELOCITY PN THE EXPOSED SPRINKLER OF 30 MPH(48 KM/H).LONGER EXPOSED BARREL LENGTHS WILL HELP AVOID FREEXING OF THE WET PIPING ESCUTCHEON WHERE HIGHER WIND VELOCITY IS EXPECTED. CEILING INS III Out• "'THE MINIMUM EXPOSED BARREL LENGTH IS MEASURED FROM THE FACE OF THE FITTING TO THE INSIDE FACE OF THE WALL FOR DRY (PROTECTED AREA) —n DISCHARGE END OF SPRINKLER HORIZONTAL SIDEWALL SPRINKLERS. �-3"DIA.—.- RECOMMENDED EXPOSED MINIMUM BARREL LENGTHS ALSO APPLY TO DRY HORIZONTAL SIDEWALL SPRINKLERS RECOMMENDED DRY SPRINKLER SEAL ARRANGEMENTS (DRY SPRINKLER WITH STANDARD ESCUTCHEON SHOWN) WET PIPE WET PIPE Pti s t qii *1 I -- - lI�iiIlII JtP � a,s ,0---- I,�i 4.4b_ dL ,, ^_ 't---- Lr .� L lullJ (HEATED AREA) (HEATED AREA) li" MINIMUM MINIMUM EXPOSED EXPOSED1 BARREL 6 / BARREL LENGTH DECKTITE FLASHING y INSIDE FACE SEAL LENGTH \ (SEE ABOVE) RASCO#4003910 1YI \\\\\\ (SEE ABOVE) (RECOMMENDED) L / 1Z M M CLEARANCE HOLE INSULATED FREEZER, — OR COOLER STRUCTURE OR EXTERIOR FRAMING I��I I//I�I/A. 7�///A 0/�///�. (PROTECTED AREA) lib 1I� DDISCHARGE RY SPR NKEER OF (PROTECTED AREA) II not I DDISCHARGE END RY SPRINKLER OF IN COLD AREA 4/1 I ND IN COLD AREA 157FG10C Fig. 10 13. *CAUTION* RELIABLE DRY PENDENT AND DRY HORIZONTAL SIDEWALL SPRINKLERS MAY BE INSTALLED IN A LISTED CPVC SPRINKLER FITTING, ONLY UPON VERIFICATION THAT THE FITTING DOES NOT INTERFERE WITH THE SPRINKLER'S INLET. Do not install dry sprinklers with standard inlets into CPVC fittings that have an internal obstruction;this will damage the sprinkler,the fitting, or both. Short inlet("PL")versions of Reliable dry sprinklers are available that may or may not be compatible with fittings having internal obstructions in existing installations. Sprinklers with the short inlet("PL") should only be installed in CPVC fittings of wet-pipe systems. In all cases, verify sprinkler and fitting dimensions prior to installation to avoid interference. Internal i Obstruction No Internal rre'I \ Obstruction / I ,J rd Female 4 lit Female Pipe Pipe Air Thread R V4 ti Thread 40,1. CPVC Fitting with Internal Obstruction CPVC fitting - No Internal Obstruction i Shorter 1 1Longer Inlet ; Inlet 2 t 1 Male /,:),___ Male � Pipe Pipe Thread Thread /\ \/' �/ Dry Sprinkler Dry Sprinkler Short Inlet ("PL") Standard Inlet BE SURE TO ORDER THE CORRECT SPRINKLERS FOR YOUR APPLICATION 016FGO8C Fig. 11 14. MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS 14 ITEM# DESCRIPTION MATERIAL SPECIFICATION ' ,--, 1 FRAME BRASS PER UNS C83600 2 DEFLECTOR BRONZE PER UNS C51000 I 3 LOAD SCREW BRASS PER UNS C22000 4 SEAT ADAPTOR BRASS ALLOY PER UNS C36000 0AN Iii: 5 BULB INSERT COPPER ALLOY PER UNS C31400 t) 6 GLASS BULB GLASS W/GLYCERIN SOLUTION J1.11/7/41/ 7 ORIFICE ADAPTOR BRASS ALLOY PER UNS C36000 8 OUTER TUBE GALVANIZED STEEL !/71/ 9 INNER TUBE BRASS ALLOY PER UNS C23000 10 YOKE BRASS ALLOY PER UNS C38000 11 INLET BRASS ALLOY PER UNS C35330 I 12 CAP BRASS ALLOY PER UNS C54400 7 13 SPRING WASHER/SEAL PTFE COATED BERYLLIUM NICKEL H p i I 14 FLIP DISK BRASS ALLOY PER UNS C54400 15 CAN/ESCUTCHEON PAINTED OR PLATED MILD STEEL 17 / I --,�(PIPE WRENCH MAY ONLY BE USED ON OUTER STEEL PIPE OF SPRINKLER) i i • 1; �. A�'', 016fg10 �r a \, 153tg16 ®------_______1, I 157fg16 I\ I n APPEARANCE OF DEFLECTOR MAY VARY DEPENDING ON MODEL © .�.. N _ , ,1__,I. _-\-\--7\-(.. Fig. 16 16. Installation Instructions Model F3QR56 Dry sprinklers must only be installed in the sprinkler assembly other than the wrench boss. When following fittings: inserting or removing the wrench from the sprinkler, 1. The side outlet of an ANSI B 16.3 class 150(malleable care should be taken to prevent damage to the sprin- or ductile) or ANSI B16.4 class 125 (cast) iron pipe kler. The sprinkler is then tightened into the pipe fitting tee to achieve a leak free connection. The recommended 2. The run outlet of an ANSI B 16.3 class 150 (malleable minimum to maximum installation torque is 22 -30 Ib- or ductile) or ANSI B16.4 class 125 (cast) iron pipe ft (30 - 40 N-m) for 1" NPT and 1507-1R1 sprinklers, tee, with the side outlet plugged (wet-pipe systems and 14-20 lb-ft(19-27 N-m)for 3/4" NPT and IS07- only) 1R3/4 sprinklers. 3. Spears Manufacturing Company Brass Thread In- 3a.Alternatively, where access to the outer tube of sert Style or Special Reinforced Plastic Thread Style the sprinkler is available, the Model F3QR56 Dry Listed adapter or tee (wet-pipe systems only) (gasket sprinkler may be installed using a pipe wrench. sealed outlets shall not be used) The pipe wrench shall only be permitted to inter- 4. Any Listed CPVC sprinkler adapter or tee only in ac- face with the galvanized steel outer tube portion of cordance with Fig. 11 and upon verification that the the sprinkler (Item #8 in Fig. 16). Do NOT wrench CPVC adapter or tee does not interfere with the sprin- any other portion of the sprinkler assembly. A pipe kler's inlet (wet-pipe systems only) (gasket sealed wrench can install the sprinkler into the fitting with outlets shall not be used) a large amount of torque; consideration should be Model F3QR56 Dry sprinklers must not be installed into el- given to the need for future removal of the sprin- bows,welded outlets,or gasket sealed outlets. Installation of kler because the installation torque will have to be the Model F3QR56 Dry sprinkler is not recommend in cop- matched or exceeded to remove the sprinkler. The per pipe systems, as this may reduce the life expectancy of recommended minimum to maximum installation the sprinkler. torque is 22 - 30 lb-ft (30 - 40 N-m) for 1" NPT In all dry-pipe system installations,the Model F3QR56 Dry and 1507-1R1 sprinklers, and 14-20 lb-ft(19-27 sprinkler must be installed with protrusion into the fitting in N-m)for 3/4" NPT and 1507-1R3/4 sprinklers. accordance with Fig. 1 through Fig. 9 in this Bulletin. Do not 4. Standard and Model HB escutcheons can be in- install Model F3QR56 Dry sprinklers with the standard(long) stalled by slipping the escutcheon over the can until inlet fitting into CPVC fittings that have an internal obstruc- the escutcheon is seated against the ceiling or wall. tion (see Fig. 11); this will damage the sprinkler, the fitting, Model Fl escutcheons are installed by pressing the or both. Model F3QR56 Dry sprinklers are available with a escutcheon onto the collar until the escutcheon is short "FL" inlet fitting for installation on CPVC fittings of wet- seated against the ceiling or wall. The Model FP es- pipe sprinkler systems only. cutcheon is installed by pressing or threading the es- Model F3QR56 Dry sprinklers connected to wet-pipe sys- cutcheon into the cup by hand; the escutcheon can tems must be installed with the Exposed Minimum Barrel be tightened against the ceiling or wall by turning the Length required by Fig. 10 located in a Heated Area. escutcheon in a clockwise direction and removed by An orange protective clip is factory installed on the sprin- turning the escutcheon in a counter-clockwise direc- kler to protect the glass bulb thermal element from darn- tion. To install the Model CCP cover plate, first remove age. The clip should remain in place during installation of the protective clip. Install the Model CCP cover plate the sprinkler and be removed when the sprinkler system is on the sprinkler by pressing or threading the cover placed in service. Sprinklers with 3/4" NPT and ISO7-1 R3/4 plate into the cup by hand; the cover plate can be inlets are supplied with a protective cap on the inlet that tightened against the ceiling by turning the cover must be removed before installation. plate in a clockwise direction and removed by turning Use the following steps for installation: the cover plate in a counter-clockwise direction. 1. Cut a hole in the wall or ceiling directly in-line with 5. Remove the orange protective clip when placing the the outlet of the fitting. See the Installation Data table sprinkler system in service. for the recommended hole diameter based on the es- cutcheon or cover plate option selected. 2. Apply pipe joint compound or PTFE tape to the male threads of the sprinkler's inlet fitting. 3. Install the sprinkler in the fitting using the installation wrench specified in the Installation Data table. The Model F3 and F3R wrenches are designed to be in- serted into the groves in the sprinkler's wrench boss as shown in Fig. 12. The Model XLO2 wrench is de- signed to fit into the cup and engage the wrench boss as shown in Fig. 13. Do NOT wrench any part of the 17. Installation Data Required Centerline of Sprinkler Sprinkler Suggested Hole Diameter in Installation Model Escutcheon or Cover Plate Wall or Ceiling Tube/Inlet to Finished Ceiling Wrench Vertical Dimension Standard Escutcheon 2-1/8"(54 mm) F3 or F3R HB Extended Escutcheon 2-1/2"(64 mm) F3QR56 DryNot Fl Recessed Escutcheon 2-1/4"(57 mm) Pendent Applicable FP Recessed Escutcheon XL02 2-1/2"(64 mm) CCP Cover Plate Standard Escutcheon 2-1/8"(54 mm) 4-5/8"to 12-5/8" HB Extended Escutcheon 2-1/2"(64 mm) (118 mm to 321 mm) F3 or F3R F3QR56 Dry Fl Recessed Escutcheon 2-1/4"(57 mm) cULus, NYC Horizontal4-5/8"to 6-5/8" Sidewall FP Recessed Escutcheon 2-1/2"(64 mm) (118 mm to 168 mm) XL02 F1 Recessed Escutcheon 2-1/4"(57 mm) FM FP Recessed Escutcheon 2-1/2"(64 mm) 4-5/8"to 12-5/8" (118 mm to 321 mm) *Based on 5/8" (16 mm)centerline of sprinkler tube/inlet to defector vertical distance. Maintenance Ordering Information The Model F3QR56 Dry Sprinklers should be inspected Specify: and the sprinkler system maintained in accordance with 1. Sprinkler: [Model F3QR56 Dry Pendent SIN R5714] NFPA 25. Do not remove the factory applied thermally sen- [Model F3QR56 Dry Horizontal Sidewall SIN R5734] sitive wax fillet between the bulb supporting cup and the 2. Escutcheon/Cover Plate: [None][Standard escutch- wrenching boss. Do not replace this wax with a substitute eon][Model HB extended escutcheon][Model Fl substance. recessed escutcheon][Model FP recessed escutch- An Alternate substance may interfere with proper operation eon][Model CCP cover plate—pendent only] of the sprinkler. Do not clean sprinklers with soap and water, 3. Inlet Threads: [1" NPT][IS07-1 R 1][3/4" NPT][IS07- ammonia or any other cleaning fluids. Remove dust by us- 1R314] ing a soft brush or gently vacuuming. Replace any sprin- 4. Inlet Fitting: [Long —Standard Inlet Fitting][Short "PL" kler which has been painted (other than factory applied) or —Wet Pipe Systems only] damaged in any way. A stock of spare sprinklers should be 5. Sprinkler Temperature Rating: See Temperature Rat- maintained to allow quick replacement of damaged or op- ings table erated sprinklers. Prior to installation, sprinklers should be 6. Sprinkler Finish: See Finishes Table maintained in the original cartons and packaging until used 7. Escutcheon/Cover Plate Finish: See Finishes Table to minimize the potential for damage to sprinklers that would 8. Length: "A" Dimension (face of tee to face of ceiling cause improper operation or non-operation. or wall) in 1/4" (6 mm) increments—See Fig. 1 through Fig. 9 Note: The "A" dimension is based on a nominally gauged pipe thread "make-up" of .600" (15mm) per ANSI B2.1 [approxi- mately 71 threads]. 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,. Manufactured b Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. ifs Recycled Reilbid (800)431-1588-2042 Sales Offices �/� Paper '� (800)848 6051 Sales Fax (914)829 Corporate Offices Revision lines indicate updated or new data. www.reliablesprinkler.com Internet Address EG,Printed in U.S.A. 10/16 P/N 9999970175