Report (124) At normal temperatures, the glass bulb contains the fluid Model F1FR Series sprinklers must be installed with the 1
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 Fl FR 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 Fl FR 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 F1FR series a factory-installed Model CCP cup. A protective cap is in-
sprinkler. Model Fl 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 cov- 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 Fl FR 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 Fl FR 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 RC1 wrench is used to engage the sprinkler wrenching
Application 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 Hav- 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 com-
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 SIN and
Orientation Height Wrench Notes
Approvals
US Metric inches mm inches mm
Pendent 2.25 57 D or W2 RA1411 cULus 2
F1 FR28 2.8 40 3/8 10 Recessed Pendent 2.25 57 GFR2 RA1411 cULus 2
Upright 2.25 57 D or W2 RA1421 cULus 1,2
F1 FR40 4.0 57 3/8 10 Pendent 2.25 57 Dor W2 RA1418 VdS
Recessed Pendent 2.25 57 GFR2 RA1418 VdS
Pendent 2.25 57 Dor W2 RA1413 cULus 2
F1FR42 4.2 60 7/16 10 Recessed Pendent 2.25 57 GFR2 RA1413 cULus 2
Upright 2.25 57 Dor W2 RA1423 cULus 1,2
F1FR42LL 4.2 60 7/16 10 Pendent 2.25 57 D or W2 RA1410 cULus, ULH
Recessed Pendent 2.25 57 GFR2 RA1410 cULus, ULH
FIFRXLH Pendent 2.25 57 Dor 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 Dor W2 RA1423 cULus 1,2
Pendent 2.25 57 Dor 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
F1FR56 5.6 80 1/2 15 Concealed Pendent 2.25 57 RC1 RA1414 cULus,VdS,EC 5,6
Upright 2.25 57 Dor W2 RA1425 cULus, FM, 1,2,3,4
LPCB,VdS, EC
"Conventional 2.25 57 Dor W2 RA1475 LPCB,VdS, EC 4
(Pendent or Upright)"
Pendent 2.25 57 Dor 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 RC1 RA1415 cULus, ULH 6
Horizontal Sidewall 2.63 67 D or 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 Dor 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 F1 FR56 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 F1 FR56 Horizontal Sidewall sprinkler is for Light Hazard
occupancies only.
(6)cULus Listing and FM Approval of the F1FR56 Recessed Horizontal Sidewall sprinkler is for Light Hazard occupancies only.
(9)The F1 FR56 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.
3.
1
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.
ModelOrientation Temp. Temp. Ambient Temp.
135°F
F(57°C)
C) 155°F
F(68°C) 175°F
F(79°C) 200°F
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 cULus, FM
Sidewall
I Vertical Sidewall (Pen-
F1FR56 dent or Upright) cULus, FM, LPCB
* 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.
1
I
2 7/4"HOLE DIA.
[57.2mm]
7 75/16"DIA
[49.2mm] �iiii��"
L———_—__--7-1
7" X 1/2" REDUCER
TURN COLLAR
UNTIL TIGHT
AGAINST SPRINKLER
WRENCH BOSS \ FACE OF FITTING
0- I TO FACE OF CEILING DIMENSION
II I
57_ ESCUTCHEON
II r-_....—.-_i it AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 7'[25.4mm]
L
__= J AT MINIMUM RECESS = 3/8"[9.5mm]
F7 ESCUTCHEON �_/- Zi — I i�F2 ESCUTCHEON
3/4779mm] a � AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 3/4'[19mm]
ADJUSTMENT AlT MINIMUM RECESS = 3/8'[9.5mm]
F2 ESCUTCHEON 11111
2`L12.7mm7 ���ii i �� �A
ADJUSTMENT 4EI
ifiliti F7 ESCUTCHEON
, 1/8" ' AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 7/8[[22.2mm]
r, [3.2mm) /AT MINIMUM RECESS = 7-5/8141.3mm]
F2 ESCUTCHEON
`�--� / AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 1-1/8.28.6mm]
��. �� y AT MINIMUM RECESS = 1-5/8"[4 1.3mm]
2 27/32"DIA.
[72.2mmj
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
I -
rr=== ==
FACE OF FITTING
TO FACE OF CEILING DIMENSION
F1 ESCUTCHEON j////////
AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 7[25.4mmj
AT MINIMUM RECESS = 3/8[9.5mm] 1` Fl ESCUTCHEON
F2 ESCUTCHEON AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 1-3/8734.9mm)
AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 3/47-19mml AT MINIMUM RECESS = 2-7/76'[52.4mm]
AT MINIMUM RECESS = 3/8'[9.5mm] F2 ESCUTCHEON
AT MAXIMUM RECESS = 1-5/87-41.3mmj
-2 1/4" HOLE DIA. ---o-1/8» AT MINIMUM RECESS = 2-7/7 67-52.4mm]
[57.2mm]
[3.2mm]
1" X 1/2" REDUCER
P)\I
—I
IM
I� IIII� --f-'1 (1)
/ i MIMI ITO 4 -12
1 15 76" DIA.`J IU_ _ � �j� [101.6mm-304.8mm]
[49.2mm] I n IIIIIIIIII ILII■ 1 2 27/32" DIA. CEILING TO
I II'
V_III /--L"J� [72.2mm] DEFLECTOR
1 I
TURN COLLAR UNTIL �
TIGHT AGAINST SPRINKLER
WRENCH BOSS. Fl ESCUTCHEON
3/4'[19mm] ADJUSTMENT
F2 ESCUTCHEON
1/2 7[12.7mm] ADJUSTMENT
oI.scou
RECESSED HSW W/F1 OR F2 ESCUTCHEON
(1) FM APPROVED FOR 4" - 6" [707.6MM - 152.4MM] CEILING TO DEFLECTOR WITH F2 ONLY.
Fig.3
Model Fl FR56 Recessed Horizontal Sidewall sprinkler with Model Fl or F2 escutcheon
1 " x 1/2" REDUCING
TEE OR ELBOW
— --- — —
II TF
— ' - - --i-k - - - -+- - - - F - - - ,
— — -� r--,—i 2 5/8" DIA.
2 5/16" CIA — HOLE IN CEILING
CUP _7'-7_,_---=--___—=-=--- _, 4
IIIIII_®�`:d�_IIIII 1 1/2' MAX.
;�ivIFACE OF FITT NG
TO FACE of CEILING
��_�' 0 IIS i i i i i i i i DIMENSION
1 a ���� ;iiiii,,
CEILING .. i
slr
1/2" MAX.
1 ,4 ► '-
COVER ADJUSTMENT 15/16"
COVER PLATE /
ASSEMBLY3 5/16" DIA.
SPRINKLER /
CONCEALED, 1/2" ADJUSTMENT onFcoin
Fig.4
Model F1 FR56/F1 FR56LL Concealed Pendent sprinkler with standard depth
1/2-inch(12.7mm)adjustment-Model CCP cover plate
6.
7" x 1/2'' REDUCING
TEE OR ELBOW
IT
FW-
;_ 2 5/8" DIA.
2 5/76" DIA — rHOLE IN CEILING
L:===----- -_,-------=---- J
CUP . _
®5 est I� 1 7/2" MAX.
--/
7/-7/
III —,�II FACE OF FITTING
//-'//7/.1/1-
"( " li` 0 �' TO FACE OF CEILING
///�/��/ ! n� • ://////�� DIMENSION
CEILING _—= �� ;h®L _""-
5/16" MAX. 3/4"
COVER ADJUSTMENT
COVER PLATE f
ASSEMBLY 3 5/7 6" DIA.
SPRINKLER /
CONCEALED, 516" ADJUSTMENT 017F602A
Hg.5-Model F1 FR56/F1 FR56LL Concealed Pendent sprinkler with low profile
5/16-inch(8.0mm)adjustment-Model CCP cover plate
Maintenance Material Data
The Model Fl FR Series sprinklers should be inspected and
the sprinkler system maintained in accordance with NFPA Frame: DZR Brass, QM Brass,or Low Lead Brass
25. Do not clean sprinklers with soap and water,ammonia or Deflector: CDA Alloy 220, 260,or 510
any other cleaning fluids.Remove dust by using a soft brush Load Screw\Pintle: CDA Alloy 360 or 544
or gentle vacuuming. Replace any sprinkler which has been Cup: CDA Alloy 651 or 693
painted(other than factory applied)or damaged in any way. Washer: Nickel Alloy 440 or 360, coated with PTFE
A stock of spare sprinklers should be maintained to allow Adhesive Tape
quick replacement of damaged or operated sprinklers. Bulb: Glass
Finishes (1)
Standard Finishes
Sprinkler Escutcheon Cover platen Ordering Information
Bronze Brass Chrome Specify:
Chrome Plated Chrome Plated White 1. Sprinkler Model: [F1 FR28][F1 FR40][F1 FR42]
Polyester Coated 4X5X6 White Painted [F1 FR42LL][F1 FRXLH][F1 FR56][F1 FR56LL]
Special Application Finishes
Sprinkler Escutcheon Cover plate') 2. Sprinkler Deflector/Orientation: [Pendent][Recessed
Electroless Nickel Electroless Nickel Bri ht Brass Pendent][Upright][Conventional][Horizontal Sidewall]
PTFE') PTFE g [Recessed Horizontal Sidewall][Vertical Sidewall]
Bright Brass(3) Bright Brass Black Plating
Black Plated Black Plated Black Paint 3. Sprinkler threads: [1/2-inch NPT][ISO 7-R1/2]
Black Paint2>(6) Black Paint Off White 4. Sprinkler Temperature Rating: [135°F (57°C)][155°F
Off White(2)(6) Off White Satin Chrome (68°C)][175°F (79°C)][200°F(93°C)][286°F (141°C)]
Chrome Dull Chrome Dull 5. Sprinkler Finish
(11 Other finishes and colors are available on special order. Consult the 6. Escutcheon Model: [F1][F2][FP]
factory for details.Custom color painted sprinklers may not retain their
UL Corrosion resistance listing.Coverplate custom paint is semi-gloss, 7. Escutcheon Finish (where applicable)
unless specified otherwise. 8. Cover plate Model: [standard profile CCP 1/2-inch
(2) cULus Listed only. (12.7mm) adjustment][low profile CCP 5/16-inch
(3) 200°F(93°C)maximum.
(4) cULus listed "corrosion resistance" applies to SIN Numbers RA1435 (8.0mm) adjustment]
(HSW), RA1485(VSW), RA1425 (Upright), RA1414 (Pendent) and 9. Cover plate Temperature Rating: [135°F(57°C)for use
RA1415 (Pendent) in standard black or white. Corrosion resistance in with Ordinary Temperature sprinklers][165°F (74°C)
other polyester colors is available upon request. for use with Intermediate Temperature sprinklers]
(5) FM Approvals finish as"Polyester coated"applies to SIN Number p p ]
RA1414,RA1435 and RA1425 in standard black or white. 10. Cover plate Finish
(6)LPCB and VdS Approved finish applies only to RA1425,RA1414,RA1418
(VdS)and RA1475. Note: When Model F1 FR Series Recessed sprinklers are ordered, the
(7)cULus listed Corrosion Resistant sprinklers and escutcheons are packaged separately.
7.
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 almost 100 years.
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