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Home My WebLink AboutF13-0031 cut sheets Bulletin 176 Rev. B � c � 4 Model F1 � � Residential Sprinklers for � Design Density of .10 gpm/ft2 � � Model F1 Res Sprinklers Listed to meet the minimum design density as required by UL1626. `�� Types: � � '�,�° 1. F1 Res 30 Pendent '�" .��f `�'�� -�;��+ � � 2. F1 Res 30 Recessed/F2 ° - �=�- 3. F1 Res 30 Recessed/FP '' 4. F1 Res 30 CCP Pendent F1 Res 30, 49, 58 & 76 F1 Res 30, 49, 58 & 76 5. F1 Res 49 Pendent Recessed Pendent/F1 Recessed Pendent/FP 6. F1 Res 49 Recessed Pendent/F1 7. F1 Res 49 Recessed Pendent/FP �` 8. F1 Res 49 CCP Pendent , ,a;�!� 9. F1 Res 58 Pendent '� ,`. - .�'l 10.F1 Res 58 Recessed Pendent/F1 "�� r; 11.F1 Res 58 Recessed Pendent/FP � 12.F1 Res 58 CCP Pendent 13.F1 Res 44 & 58 HSW F1 Res 30, 49, 58 & 76 F1 Res 58 HSWX 14.F1 Res 44 & 58 HSW Recessed HSW/F2 CCP Pendent 15.F1 Res 58 HSWX 16. KRes58 HSWX . " .�,:..�, �. � 17.F1 Res 44 SWC � �'�j y ""'=� 18.F1 Res 76 Pendent "� � � � 19.F1 Res 76 Recessed Pendent/F1 � � 20.F1 Res 76 Recessed Pendent/FP 21.F1 Res 76 CCP Pendent F1 Res 44 & 58 F1 Res 44 SWC Listings & Approvals Recessed HSW/F2 1. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. and The 3mm glass-bulb pendent sprinklers permit the ef- UL Certified for Canada (cULus) ficient use of residential water supplies for sprinkler cover- � 2. NYC MEA 258-93-E age in residential fire protection design. UL Listing Category Upon fire conditions, rising heat causes a sprinkler's heat-sensitive glass-bulb to shatter, releasing the water- Residential Automatic Sprinkler way for water flow onto the deflector, evenly distributing UL Guide Number the discharged water to control a fire. VKKW Technical Data: Patents • Thermal Sensor: Nominal 3mm glass-bulb US Patent No. 6,516,893 applies to the Model F1 Res 49 . Sprinkler Frame : Brass Casting & 58 Pendent Sprinklers • Sprinklers' Pressure Rating : 175 psi US Patent No. 7,353,882 applies to Model F1 Res 44 & Factory Hydrostatically Tested to 500 psi 58 HSW Sprinklers • Thread Size: 'h° NPT (R'/z) US Patent No. 7,784,555 applies to Model F1 Res 44 SWC Sprinkler • K-Factor: 3.0(Actual)-F1 Res 30 Pendent Sprinkler Patent Pending - Model F1 Res 76 Pendent Sprinkler 4.9(Actual)-F1 Res 49 Pendent Sprinkler 5.8(Actual) - F1 Res 58 Pendent&HSW/HSWX Product Description Sprinkler Model F1 Res Pendent sprinklers (Figs. 1, 2, 3 & 4) 7.6(Actual)-F1 Res 76 Pendent Sprinkler combine excellent durability, high sensitivity glass-bulb 4.4(Actual)-F1 Res 44 HSW Sprinkler I and low profile decorative design. • Density: Minimum 0.10 gpm/ftz The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc., 103 Fairview Park Drive, Elmsford, New York 10523 Application Example No. 1 Model F1 Res Sprinklers are used for Residential Fire Pro- Room Size= 12 ft x 20 ft (3.6 m x 6.1 m) tection according to UL 1626 Standard. Be sure that orifice Coverage Area= 12 x 20 = 240 ft2 (22.3 m2) size, temperature rating, deflector style and sprinkler type Flow @ 0.10 gpm/ftz density= 240 x 0.10 = 24 gpm are in accordance with the latest published standards of Using an F1 Res 49 Pendent Sprinkler, K=4.9 The National Fire Protection Association or the approving Pressure= (24/4.9)2 = 24 psi (1.65 bar) authority having jurisdiction. The baseline flow for a 20 ft x 20 ft(6.1 m x 6.1 m) cover- When using F1 Residential Sprinklers for systems design age area using the baseline density of 0.05 gpm/ftz will to NFPA 13D or NFPA 13R, use listed area of coverage and be 20 gpm @ 16.7 psi (75.7 L/min @ 1.14 bar). There- minimum flow and pressure requirements shown in Bulletin fore, the minimum flow required is 24 gpm @ 24 psi (90.8 135. L/min @ 1.65 bar). For systems designed to NFPA 13, use information in this bulletin. The number of design sprinklers shall be the most Example No. 2 hydraulically demanding sprinklers as required by NFPA 13. Room Size= 8 ft x 20 ft (2.4 m x 6.1 m) Flows and pressures can not be below the baseline flows Coverage Area= 8 x 20 = 160 ft2 (14.9 m2) and pressurers. Flow @ 0.10 gpm/ftz density= 160 x 0.10 = 16 gpm NFPA 13 Using an F1 Res 49 Pendent Sprinkler, K=4.9 Pressure= (16/4.9)2 = 10.7 psi (0.74 bar) For residential sprinkler systems designed to NFPA 13, a The baseline flow for a 20 ft x 20 ft(6.1 m x 6.1 m) cover- minimum density of 0.1 gpm/ftz must be provided over the age area using the baseline density of 0.05 gpm/ftz will "design area" that includes the four (4) hydraulically most be 20 gpm @ 16.7 psi (75.7 L/min @ 1.14 bar). Therefore, demanding sprinklers for the actual coverage areas being the minimum flow required is 20 gpm @ 16.7 psi (75.7 protected by the 4 sprinklers. The minimum required dis- L/min @ 1.14 bar). charge from each of the four most hydraulically demanding sprinklers shall be the greater of the following: Example No. 3 1. The flow rates given in the Reliable Residential Room Size- 10 ft x 16 ft (3.0 m x 4.91 m) Sprinkler Technical Bulletins referenced in Table A Coverage Area- 10 x 16 - 160 ft2 (14.9 mz) for NFPA 13D and 13R as a function of temperature Flow @ 0.10 gpm/ftz density= 160 x 0.10 - 16 gpm rating and maximum allowable coverage area (for Using an F1 Res 76 Pendent Sprinkler, K-7.6 actual coverage areas less than or between those The baseline flow for a 16 ft x 16 ft coverage area is 21 indicated in the respective technical bulletin, it is re- gpm @ 7.6 psi (79.5 L/min @ 0.52 bar). Therefore, the quired to use the minimum required flow for the next minimum flow and pressure is 21 gpm @ 7.6 psi (79.5 largest coverage area); or L/min @ 0.52 bar). 2. A minimum discharge density of 0.1 gpm/ft2 applied over the"design area"consisting of the four most hy- Example No. 4 draulically demanding sprinklers for the actual cov- Room Size- 14 ft x 18 ft (4.3 m x 5.5 m) erage areas being protected by the four sprinklers. Coverage Area- 14 x 18 - 252 ftz (23.6 m2) The maximum dimension of the actual coverage area Flow @ 0.10 gpm/ft2 density- 252 x 0.10 - 25.2 gpm cannot be any greater than the maximum coverage �g4.6 L/min) area indicated in the technical bulletins referenced Using an F1 Res 76 Pendent Sprinkler, K-7.6 in Table A. Pressure= (252/7.6)2 = 11 psi (0.76 bar) Design Note: Using the As = S x L method to deter- The baseline flow and pressure of an 18 ft x 18 ft cover- mine the sprinkler protection area of coverage in ac- age area is 21 gpm @ 7.6 psi (79.5 L/min @ 0.52 bar). cordance with NFPA 13,apply the 0.1 gpm/ft2density Therefore, the minimum flow and pressure is 25.2 gpm @ to this area to determine the minimum required flow. 11 psi (94.6 L/min @ 0.76 bar). Compare this flow to the minimum 0.05 gpm/ftz cU- Lus Listed flow for the appropriate coverage area in In general residential sprinklers require flows and the technical bulletin for the specific residential sprin- pressures as listed for 0.05 densities to achieve the kler. If the flow stated in the technical bulletin is less proper spray pattern so the flows and pressures at than the calculated 0.1 gpm/ft2 density flow required, 0.05 density are the baseline flows and pressures. the .1 density flow must then be used in the equation Flows and pressures below the listed 0.05 density Q=K,solving for P,to establish the minimum required shall not be used. pressure using the sprinkler K-factor. Note: In many cases the listed flow of individual residential sprin- klers may exceed the required minimum 0.05 gpm/ft2 density. Reliable has available residential sprinklers with larger K-factors (K=5.8 and K=7.6)that will pro- vide lower pressure demands for 0.1 gpm/ft2 densi- ties in NFPA 13 residential applications. 2. Installation Models F1 Res sprinklers are to be installed as shown. Use of wrenches other than those specified may dam- Model F1, F2 and FP Escutcheons, illustrated herewith, age these sprinklers. are the only recessed escutcheons to be used with Mod- Note: A `leak tighY' sprinkler joint can be obtained with el F1 Res sprinklers. Use of any other recessed escutch- the following torque: eon will void all approvals and warranties. For installing . 3/4" NPT (R3/4)— 14-20 ft-Ibs (19 - 27.1 N-m) Model F1 Res Pendent sprinklers use only the Model D • �/2" NPT (R'/2)—8-18 ft-Ibs (10.8—24.4 N-m) sprinkler Wrench; for installing Models F1 Res Recessed Do not tighten sprinklers over maximum recom- Pendent, CCP sprinklers use only the Model GFR2 sprin- mended torque. It may cause leakage or impairment kler wrench; for installing Model F1 Res recessed HSW of the sprinklers. sprinklers use only the Model GFR2 Sprinkler wrench. • Model F1 Res 30, 49, 58 & • Model F1 Res 30, 49, 58 & 76 76 Pendent Recessed Pendent/ F1/F2 � � � � _ ,.��--� '�:. �.� , � . . �..,; --- ��`''� l , � , ,�"""��,��, �� , ��`' �" _ � A•.' � � `� _ � l� _ -,� ,� •� iv`w� }�,�'�:Ea �,�� _ f- F1 escutcheon, 3/4" (19mm) adjustment Note: See escutcheon table for dimensions. 2 1/4"HOLE DIA. / \ [5].2mm] I II _ ' I 1 S�i6"OW. _ _ _ [49.2mm� — _ — � —��—. .— � �� T I �t ] X 1/1""REOUCEF I � i II�kN CO[LnR Ulvil(. I TIGHT AGAINST SPRINKLER � WRENCN BO55. o a II I II FACE OF F/TTMG l0 CE/LING D/MEnISION� s/ie—rs/re(vr escurcHEOm) �� 3/�6-tt/16(F2 FSLUTCNEON) AOJUSTMENT �`�I'�'tl� ' / 0�� - ,�. �3�mm, I i 135FCC2A 2 2;/32"OIA. [�2 2mmJ I �JJFG�J Fig. 1 Fig. 2 3. Technical Data: F1 Res 30 Pendent and Recessed Pendent(SIN R3511) Thread NominalOrifice Max. Sprinkler Max. Actual Sprinkler Size Inch (mm) Pressure Tem . Ratin Ambient Tem . K Length si bar �F wC �'F wC Factor Inch mm Yz" NPT z1�6,"(8.2) 175(12) I 155 68 100 38 3.0 225(57) R'/z 175 79 **Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density Ordinary Temp. Rating Intermediate Temp. Rat- Max.Coverage area Max. Spao- (155�'F/68pC) ing (175pF/79PC) Top of Deflector Minimum Flow to Ceiling Spacing Ft x Ft(m x m) ing Ft(m) Flow Pressure GPM (V Pressure Inch (mm) Ft(m) GPM(Umin) PSI (bar) m�n� PSI (bar) 12 x 12(3,6 x 3,6) 12(3,6) 8(30,3) 7.0(0,48) 8(30,3) 7.0(0,48) 1 to 4(25 to 100); '/z recessed using 8(2,4) 14 x 14(4,3 x 4,3) 14(4,3) 10(37,8) 11 (0,76) 10(37,8) 11 (0,76) F2 escutcheon For Ceiling types refer to NFPA 13, 13R or 13D **Calculate for a .10 density but in no case go below the baseline flows & pressures Technical Data: F1 Res 49 Pendent and Recessed Pendent Nominal Sprinkler Max. Max. Sprinkler EsCUtCheon*, F1 or F2, Data: Actual Thread Orifice Temp. Pressure Ambient K Length Face of fitting to Size Inch Ratin si Tem . Inch Adjustment "A" (mm) t°F �'C (bar) r�F N� Factor �mm� Ty� Inch(mm) Inch(mm) Inch I mm '/z"NPT ,��s° 11 155 68 175 12 100 38 4.9 2.25 57 3 Min.=3/4(19.1) 3/�s-'s/,s (R'/z) � � 175 79 � � 150 66 � � F1 /4"(19.0) Max.=1'/z(38.1) (4.7-24.0) **Baseline flows and pressures for OA5 density F2 '/2'(12.7) Min.='S�,e(23.8) 3/,s-"hs M�.=1 /z(38.1) (47-17.4) *Note:Escutcheons F1 or F2 may be used with Deflector-to-ceiling Model F1 Res 49&58 Recessed Pendent Sprinkler Maximum 1" (25mm)to 4" (100mm) *Deflector-to- ceiling Mau.Sprinkler Flow Pressure Sprinkler Maximum 4" (100mm)to 8" (203mm) Spacing Identification Mau.Sprinkler Sprinkler ft m 9pm(Lpm) psi(bar) Number SIN Flow Pressure Spacing Identification 12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 13(49) 7.0(0.48) ft m 9pm(Lpm) psi(bar) Number SIN 14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 13(49) 7.0(0.48) 12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 15(57) 9.4 (0.65) 16 x 16(4.9x4.9) 13(49) 7.0(0.48) R3516 14 x 14(4,3x4,3) 16(60.5) 10.6(0.73) 18 x 18(5.5x5.5) 17(64.3) 12.0(0.83) 16 x 16(4.9x4.9) 17(64.3) 12.0(0.83) R3516 20 x 20(6.1 x6.1) 20(75.7) 167(1.14) 18 x 18(5.5x5.5) 19(72) 15.0(1.0) 20x20(6.1x6.1) 22(832) 20.2(1,4) *Note: The F1 Res 49 pendent and recessed pendent residential sprinklers can be installed per NFPA 13 in beamed ceilings meeting the following criteria: 1. Maximum beam depth=7"(178mm) 2. Beam spacing at or greater than 7.5 ft. (2.3m)on center, Technical Data: F1 Res 58 Pendent and Recessed Pendent Sprinkler Temp. Max. Thread Size Nominal Orifice Rating Max. Pressure qmbient Temp. K Sprinkler Length Inch (mm) i°F �C psi(bar) �F YC Factor Inch (mm) '/z" NPT(RY2) Y2"(13) 175 6g 175(12) 160 66 5.8 2.25(57) **Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density Max. Sprinkler Spacing Flow Pressure Ceiling-to-Deflector Sprinkler ldentification ft(m) gpm (Lpm) psi (bar) Inch(mm) Number(SIN) 12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 16(61) 7.6(0.53) 14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 16(61) 7.6(0.53) 16 x 16(4.9x4.9) 16(61) 7.6(0.53) (25-00) R3513 18 x 18(5.5x5.5) 19(72) 10.8(0.75) 20 x 20(6.1 x6.1) 22(83.3) 14.4(1.0) **Calculate for a .10 density but in no case go below the baseline flows & pressures 4. Technical Data: Fi Res 76 Pendent and Recessed Pendent Sprinkler Max. Escutcheon*, F1 or F2, Data: Nominal Max. Sprinkler Thread Temp. Ambient K Face of fitting Orifice Pressure Length Adjustment "A" Size Inch(mm) Ratin psi(bar) Tem . Factor Inch(mm) Ty� Inch(mm) Inch(mm) to ceiling wF ti°C wF wC Inch mm) �/�"NPT ,��3z(13.5) 155 68 175(12) 100 38 7.6 225(57) F1 3/a(19.0) Min.=3/n(19.1) 3/�s-'S/,s(4.7-24.0) (R3/�) 175 79 150 66 Mvc.=1'/z(38.1) F2 '/z(12.7) Min.=,s/,s(23.8) 3�,s-„/,�(4.7-17.4) *Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density M�.=1'/�(38.1) Max.Sprinkler Sprinkler Flow Pressure Spacing Identification '`Calculate for a .10 density but in no case go ft m Jpm(Lpm) psi(bar) Number SIN below the baseline flows & pressures 12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 21 7.6(0.53) 14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 21 7.6(0.53) 16 x 16(4.9x4.9) 21 7.6(0.53) R7618 18 x 18(5.5x5.5) 21 7.6(0.53) 20 x 20(6.1 x6.1) 23 92(0.63) • Model F1 Res 30, 49, 58 & • Model F1 Res 30, 49, 58 & 76 CCP Pendent 76 Recessed Pendent/FP � . � �� - -- � _ � � � �� '-� FP push-on/thread-off escutcheon 2 5/B"0/A[66_]mm] 2 5�8"(66Jmm� DIA. Ho�E inr cE�uNc 2 5�16" DIA. HOLE /N CEILING z s�6,oA. [58.7mm] �ss.�mm] CUP —�.-� cua ;<- — --- �-�—� � �� -- -----� �� L—=—==—� �i----- '� :: I 1°x 7/2'" R<�DUCER ��.===�-� I '� I I I r"x�jz"aeoucea / CUP ' ' -------- \I �-- �`��_� � � CEILIIVG -��- _ � � / 1 7�4°[.3LSmm] � � � � � �� MAX FACE OF FITTING � � � =,;;;;:;' (0 FACE OF CEIUNG ;;"�0/ME i SION L J cEaimc _,_ �� r i/z°[se_rmm]enax 'A„ � ,.B„ �__ _ ��°�� F cE or Fm�Nc COI/ER ADJU57MENT hrC\ \ ro race ovi ceuNc I�I OIMENSION , HE�Gf�T �\\ \ I l\ � � 3 5�16" DIA. ��z-��sm)nnar � 7 J�SFG�4� (84.7mm] FP aausrMeNr %+" � F1 RES 30, 49, 58 & 76 CCP PEND. ,�F�o,A Fig. 3 Fig. 4 NOTE: The F1 Res 76 will use a 1" x 3/4" reducer. 5. Technical Data: F1Res 30 CCP Pendent and Recessed Pendent/FP (SIN R3511) CCP Assembly Max. Thread Nominal Orifice Max. Pressure K Sprinkler Length Temp. Rating Ambient Temp. Size Inch(mm) psi (bar) ,F �°C wF ,�C Factor Inch (mm) Y2° NPT(R'h) 21/ea"(8.2) i 175(12) 135 57 100 38 3.0 I 2.25(57) *Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density Ordinary Temp. Rating Max. Coverage area Max. Spacing (155%°F/68�"C) Top of Deflector Minimum Ft x Ft(m x m) Ft(m) Flow Pressure to Ceiling Spacing GPM (L/min) PSI (bar) �nch (mm) Ft(m) I 12 x 12(3,6 x 3,6) 12(3,6) 8(30,3) 7.0(0,48) 1 to 4(25 to 100); '/a(13mm)recessed ' 8(2,4) 14 x 14(4,3 x 4,3) 14(4,3) 11 (37,8) 13.4(0,92) using FP escutcheon For Ceiling types refer to NFPA 13, 13R or 13D "Calculate for a .10 density but in no case go below the baseline flows & pressures Technical Data: F1 Res 49 CCP Pendent and Recessed Pendent/FP CCP Options Data: Nominal CCP Max. Max. Sprinkler A "B" Sprinkler Ambi- Cover Thread Orifice Assembly Pres- K Length CCP Height Temp. Rating ent Adjustment Size Inch Temp. Rating sure Tem Factor Inch Inch mm Inch(mm) �mm� �F wC rF ;°C psi (bar) wF C (mm) � ) '/z(127) ,shs(24) '/z"NPT ��,s" 11 155 68 135 57 175 12 100 38 4.9 2.25 57 s 3 �R,�z� � ) � ) � ) hs(4.7) /4 (19) *Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density FP Data "A": Max. Sprinkler Sprinkler °°q°° Flow Pressure FP Position Spacing gpm(Lpm) psi (bar) Identification Inch (mm) ft(m) Number(SIN) Max. Recessed '/,6(11) 12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 13(49) 7.0(0.48) 14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 13(49) 7.0(0.48) Min. Recessed 15/,s(24) 16 x 16(4.9x4.9) 14(53) 8.2(0.56) R3516 Note:Sprinklers shown in Fig.3 and Fig. 4 are not suitable for in- 18 x 18(5.5x5.5) 18(68.1) 13.5(0.93) stallation in ceilings which 20 x 20(6.1x6.1) 20(75.7) 16.7(1.14) have positive pressure in the space above. Technical Data: Fi Res 58 CCP Pendent and Recessed Pendent/FP Sprinkler CCP Assembly Max.Ambient Sprinkler Nominal Orifice Max. Pressure K Thread Size Temp. Rating Temp. Rating Temp. Length Inch Inch (mm) ;tiF wC rF wC psi (bar) �F �C Factor �mm) Yz" NPT(RY2) 'h(13) 155 68 135 57 175(12) 100 38 5.8 2.25(57) `Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density Max.Sprinkler Spacing Flow Pressure Sprinkler ldentification ft(m) gpm (Lpm) psi (bar) Number(SIN) 12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 16(61) 7.6(0.53) 14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 16(61) 7.6(0.53) 16 x 16(4.9x4.9) 16(61) 7.6(0.53) R3513 18 x 18(5.5x5.5) 19(72) 10.8(0.75) 20 x 20(6.1 x6.1) 22(83.3) 14.4(1.0) *Calculate for a .10 density but in no case go below the baseline flows & pressures 6. Technical Data: F1 Res 76 CCP Pendent and Recessed Pendent/FP Sprinkler Temp. CCP Assembly Max. Ambient Sprinkler Thread Size Nominal Orifice Ratin Temp. Ratin Max. Pressure Temp. K Length Inch (mm) psi (bar) Factor °F °C °F °C °F °C Inch (mm) 3/a" NPT(R3/a) "/s2"(13.5) 155 68 135 57 175(12) 100 38 �6 2.25(57) 175 79 150 66 *Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density Max. Sprinkler Spacing Flow Pressure Sprinkler ldentification ft(m) m (L m) si (bar) Number(SIN) 12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 21 7.6(0.53) 14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 21 7.6(0.53) *Calculate for a .10 density but Ill 16 x 16(4.9x4.9) 21 7.6(0.53) R7618 no case go below the baseline flows 18 x 18(5.5x5.5) 22 8.4(0.58) 20 x 20(6.1x6.1) 25 10.8(0.74) & pressures • Model F1 Res 44 & 58 HSW • Model F1 Res 44 & 58 Recessed HSW/F2 r�� '_ .��... � ;�� s�j'` � _ � ��` � '�-"�,- ,;�.�,� _ ;' f `�� "-�'� � , yi _, , �'� �. F1 Res 44& 58 Recessed HSW/F2 Technical Data: F1 Res 44 HSW& HSW/F2 Escutcheon, F2, Data: Sprinkler Max. Face of Fitting to Nominal Max. Sprinkler Adjustment Thread Temp. Ambient K Type wall Size Orifice Ratin Pressure Tem . Factor Length Inch(mm) Inch mm Inch (mm) �,F �C psi (bar) �F �C Inch (mm) F2 1/2(13) 3/��-"/�6(4.7- 17.4) 'h"NPT 3�8�10� 155 68 1�5�12� 100 38 4.4 2.45(62) (RYz) 175 79 150 66 *Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density Max. Sprinkler A Sprinkler Sprinkler Ceiling-to- Flow Pressure Spacing Temp. Rating Identification ft(m) Deflector i,F��,C� gpm (Lpm) psi (bar) Number(SIN) Inch mm 12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 155(68) 175(79) 12(45.4) 7,5(0.52) 14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 155(68) 175(79) 14(53.0) 10.2(0.71) 16 x 16(4.9x4.9) 4-6 155(68) 175(79) 16(60.6) 13.3(0.92) 16 x 18(4.9x5.5) �101-152) 155(68) 175(79) 18(68.1) 16.8(1.16) 18 x 18(5.5x5.5) 155(68) 175(79) 19(72.0) 18.7(1.29) 16 x 20(4.9x6.1) 155(68) 175(79) 23(87.1) 27.4(1.89) R3531 12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 155(68) 175(79) 14(53.0) 10.2(0.71) 14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 155(68) 175(79) 16(60.6) 13.3(0.92) 16 x 16(4.9x4.9) 6- 12 155(68) 175(79) 17(64.4) 15.0(1.04) (152-305) 16 x 18(4.9x5.5) 155(68) 175(79) 20(75.7) 20J(1.43) 16 x 20(4.9x6.1) 155(68) 175(79) 23(87.1) 27.4(1.89) *Calculate for a .10 density but in no case go below the baseline flows & pressures 7. • Model F1 Res 44 SWC � �..� 4"to 12' � �.,, � [701.60mm 70 � =� �'A 7 7�4"(37 75rr�m]Maximum 304.80mm] ��' �� °� Face Of Ftbng ro Woll Dimension PUSH ON CO�ER, rHEN �'a�! TUl2N 70 ADJUST UN7/L � �� .� �� T/�H7 AGAIN57 WALL- ��'�' — 1"X 7/2"Redure� �. � '. `.. ` �� " �� '1��, l2ecommended 'V"� � �� - Woll Hole 2 5�16 � � ,; � 5�8.. �sa_�4r„mJ��-;, �--- - — — � —H-- 3 s/rs' [se_samm] o;o. ��II �� [ea.�amm] Ofo. I` u�e � Dia. �I rurzN co«aR uNn� ncvr acaiNSr sPRiNK�ER wRENCr+ eoss " � ��32� [42.o�mm] rssFCO� � 7/2°[izJOmmJ nd��stme�t F1 RES 44 SWC Fig. 5 Technical Data: F1 Res 44 SWC Sprinkler Cover Max. Thread Nominal Temp. Temp. Max. qmbient K Sprinkler Size Orifice Rating Rating Pressure Temp. Factor Length Inch (mm) psi (bar) Inch (mm) �°F wC �"F wC �F wC Yz" NPT 3/8(10) 155 68 135 57 175(12) 100 38 4.4 2.45(62) �R'�2) *Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density Max. "A" Ceiling-to- Flow Pressure Sprinkler Sprinkler Spacing Deflector gpm (Lpm) psi (bar) Identification ft(m) Inch (mm) Number(SIN) 12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 13(49.2) 87(0.60) 14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 14(53.0) 10.2(0.71) 16x16(4.9x4.9) (101-52) 1��64.3) 15.0(1.1) 16 x 18(4.9x5.5) 19(71.8) 18.7(1.13) 16 x 20(4.9x6.1) 23(87.1) 27.4(1.89) R3531 12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 14(52.9) 10.2(0.71) 14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 6- 12 15(56.7) 11.7(0.81) 16 x 16(4.9x4.9) (152-305) 18(68.1) 16.8(1.16) 16 x 18(4.9x5.5) 20(75.6) 20.7(1.43) *Calculate for a .10 density but in no case go below the baseline flows & pressures 8. Technical Data: F1 Res 58 HSW& HSW/F2 Sprinkler Max. Escutcheon, F2, Data: Nominal Tem Max. qmbient Sprinkler Thread p• K Face of Fitting to Size Orifice Rating Pressure Temp. Factor Length Adjustment Inch (mm) �F �C psi (bar) �F �C Inch(mm) Type Inch(mm) �nch(mm) '/z"NPT 155 68 100 38 F2 Yz(13) 3/,s-"/,s(4.7- 17.4) ��,�2� Yz(13) 175 79 175(12) 150 66 5.8 2.45(62) `Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density Max. A Sprinkler Sprinkler Ceiling-to- Flow Pressure Sprinkler Spacing Temp. Rating Identification ft(m) Deflector �F�wC� gpm (Lpm) psi (bar) Number(SIN) Inch (mm) 12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 155(68) 175(79) 16(60.6) 7.6(0.53) 14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 155(68) 175(79) 18(68.2) 9.7(0.67) 16 x 16(4.9x4.9) (101-16 2) 155(68) 175(79) 21 (79.5) 13.2(0.91) 16 x 18(4.9x5.5) 155(68) 175(79) 25(94.7) 18.6(1.28) 16 x 20(4.9x6.1) 155(68) 175(79) 29(109.8) 25(1.73) R3533 12 x 12(3.6x3.6) 155(68) 175(79) 22(83.3) 14.4(1.0) 14 x 14(4.3x4.3) 6_ 12 155(68) 175(79) 22(83.3) 14.4(1.0) 16 x 16(4.9x4.9) (152-305) 155(68) 175(79) 26(98.4) 20.1 (1.39) 16 x 18(4.9x5.5) 155(68) 175(79) 31 (117.4) 28.6(1.97) *Calculate for a .10 density but in no case go below the baseline flows & pressure 9. Technical Data: F1 Res 58 HSWX (SIN RA3533) Max. Sprinkler Nominal Max. Sprinkler Sprinkler Thread Ambient K Length Orifice Pressure Temp. Rating Identification Size Inch(mm) psi (bar) Temp. Factor Inch Number(SIN) �'F wC %"F �"C (mm) Bulb '��NPT ��z��13) 175(12) 155 68 100 38 5.8 2.45(62) RA3533 (R'/z) 175 79 150 66 *Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density Ordinary Temp. Rating Intermediate Temp. (155i°F/68wC) Rating Top of Deflector Minimum Max.Coverage area Max. Spacing (175NF/79�'C) Ft x Ft(m x m) Ft(m) Flow to Ceiling Spacing Flow Pressure GPM (V Pressure Inch(mm) Ft(m) GPM(Vmin) PSI (bar) m�n� PSI (bar) 18 x 20(5,5 x 6,1) 18(5,5) 30(114) 26.8(1,85) 30(114) 26.8(1,85) 20 x 20(6,1 x 6,1) 20(6,1) 30(114) 26.8(1,85) 30(114) 26.8(1,85) 4 to 6(100 to 152); 16 x 22(4,9 x 7,3) 16(4,9) 33(125) 32.4(2,23) 33(125) 32.4(2,23) 1/z(13)recessed � using F2 escutcheon 16 x 24(4,9 x 7,3) i 16(4,9) 38(144) 42.9(2,96) 38(144) 42.9(2,96) 14 x 26(4,3 x 7,9) 14(4,3) 42(160) 52.4(3,75) 42(160) 52.4(3,75) 8(2,4) 18 x 20(5,5 x 6,1) 18(5,5) 35(133) 36.4(2,5) 35(133) 36.4(2,5) 16 x 22(4,9 x 6,7) 16(4,9) 38(144) 42.9(2,96) 38(144) 42.9(2,96) 6 to 12(152 to 305); � Yz(13)recessed 16 x 24(4,9 x 7,3) 16(4,9) 42(160) 52.4(3,6) 42(160) 52.4(3,6) using F2 escutcheon 14 x 26(4,3 x 7,9) � 14(4,3) 46(174) 62.9(4,34) 46(174) 62.9(4,34) For Ceiling types refer to NFPA 13, 13R or 13D *Calculate for a 0.10 density but in no case go below the baseline floor and pressures. • Model F1 Res 58 HSWX (Bulb) �"1 ► - �,. FacE oF FimNC ro �� WALL DIMENSION � + - - 7 7 J�76'" MIN. � �, . � ' [31.Smm] .. �� -L' i�4" HOLE D1,4. q° (5Z2mm] ��8 CEIUNG TO � (32mm) DEFLECTOR l�' 7°X 1�2° REDUCER DIMENSION -,�J�" �„ � '- f i�iiiiiii 'i �� ' � i ii 7 75�76° D/A. %�iii��' I . 49.2mrn �i�iii ( .� � �� , 2 27�32" D/A. I � In�i� 'i 71mm,7 � �'-" -_��' � `'-�"� • Model KRes58 HSWX (Link) , `_� �-- I -- ��r" � rukN co�ca� uNn� nc,vr aca�NSr sPR�NK�ER � iNRENCH BOSS. i3tFGO8 � 7� '�13mm) � ADJUS7�MfM� F1 RES 58 HSWX "� `� Fig. 6 i ��F � � _� 7 � .�"" 10. Technical Data: KRes58 HSWX (RA3593) Nominal Max. Max. Sprinkler Sprinkler Thread Orifice Pressure Ambient K Length Identification Size �nch(mm) psi (bar) Tem . Factor Inch Number(SIN) wF wC (mm) Link �� NPT �/z" (13) 175(12) 100 38 5.8 2.45(62) RA3593 �R'�2) *Baseline flows and pressures for 0.05 density Ordinary Temp. Rating Mini- Max.Coverage area Max. Spac- (165�°Fl74wC) Top of Deflector mum Ft x Ft(m x m) ing Ft(m) Flow Pressure to Ceiling Spacing GPM(Vmin) PSI (bar) Inch (mm) Ft(m) 18 x 20(5,5 x 6,1) 18(5,5) 29(109) 25(1,72) 20 x 20(6,1 x 6,1) 20(6,1) 30(114) 26.8(1,85) 4 to 6(100 to 152); 16 x 22(4,9 x 7,3) 16(4,9) 33(125) 32.4(2,23) y2(13)recessed using F2 escutcheon 16 x 24(4,9 x 7,3) 16(4,9) 38(144) 42.9(2,96) 14 x 26(4,3 x 7,9) 14(4,3) 42(160) 52.4(3,75) 8(2,4) 18 x 20(5,5 x 6,1) 18(5,5) 35(133) 36.4(2,5) 16 x 22(4,9 x 6,7) 16(4,9) 38(144) 42.9(2,96) 6 to 12(152 to 305); '/z(13)Recessed 16 x 24(4,9 x 7,3) 16(4,9) 42(160) 52.4(3,6) using F2 escutcheon 14 x 26(4,3 x 7,9) 14(4,3) 46(174) 62.9(4,34) For Ceiling types refer to NFPA 13, 13R or 13D �Calculate for a 0.10 density but in no case go below the baseline floor and pressures. Maintenance Model F1 Res 30, 49, F1 Res 58 & F1 Res 76 Sprin- manufacturer's installation guidelines and the appli- klers should be inspected quarterly, and the sprinkler cable installation standard. Where pendent residential system maintained in accordance with NFPA 25, 13, sprinklers are installed under sloped ceilings having 13D, and 13R. Do not clean sprinkler with soap and a pitch from [4/12] to [8/12], the sprinklers shall be water, Ammonia or any other cleaning fluids. Remove listed for such use. Deflector-to-ceiling distance list- dust by using a soft brush or gentle vacuuming. Re- ing shall be 1" to 8" maximum. Sprinkler frame and de- move any sprinkler which has been painted (other than flector shall be of bronze frame construction having a factory applied) or damaged in any way. A stock of Y2" NPT thread. Water seal assembly shall consist of a spare sprinklers should be maintained to allow quick Teflon-coated Belleville spring washer with top-loaded replacement of damaged or operated sprinklers. Prior extruded or cold head cup with 3 mm glass bulb con- to installation, sprinklers should remain in the original taining no plastic parts, and having a temperature rat- cartons and packaging until used. This will minimize the ing of [155°F (68°C)] [175°F (79°C)]. Sprinklers shall potential for damage to sprinklers that could cause im- have a nominal K-factor of 4.9 & 5.8. Standard finish: proper operation or non-operation. [Bronze] [Chrome-plated] [White Polyester] [Special Model F1 Res 30, 49 & 58 Pendent Sprinkler finish-specify]. Residential pendent sprinklers shall be S eCifiCatiOnS Reliable Model F1 Res 49 & 58, SIN R3516 & R3513 p (Bulletin 135). Sprinklers shall be [cULus Listed] [New York City MEA Approved (258-93-E)] low flow residential pen- dent sprinklers engineered to provide a minimum de- sign density of 0.10 gpm/ft2 over the listed coverage area. Listed flows as specified by the manufacturer's technical data sheets are to be used. Residential sprinklers shall be installed in conformance with the 11. Model F1 Res 30,49&58 Recessed Pendent/F1, plate adjustment. Cover plate temperature rating shall be Model F1 Res 30,49&58 Recessed Pendent/F2, 135°F (57°C). A plastic protective cap shall be provided Model F1 Res 30,49&58 Recessed Pendent/FP and factory installed inside the sprinkler cup to protect Sprinklers shall be [cULus Listed] [New York City MEA the sprinkler from damage, which could occur during Approved (258-93-E)] low flow residential recessed pen- construction before the cover plate is installed. Standard dent sprinklers engineered to provide a minimum design cover plate finish: [White] [Custom Color—specify]. ]. Con- density of 0.10 gpm/ft2 over the listed coverage area. cealed pendent sprinklers shall be Reliable Model F1 Res Listed flows as specified by the manufacturer's technical 49&58 CCP, SIN R3516&R3513(Bulletin 135). data sheets are to be used. Residential sprinklers shall Model F1 Res 44, F1 Res 58 Horizontal be installed in conformance with the manufacturer's instal- Sidewall, F1 Res 58 HSWX & KRes58 HSWX lation guidelines and the applicable installation standard. Where pendent residential sprinklers are installed under Residential Sprinkler Specifications sloped ceilings having a pitch from [4/12] to [8/12], the Sprinklers shall be [cULus Listed] low flow residen- sprinklers shall be listed for such use. Deflector-to-ceiling tial horizontal sidewall sprinklers engineered to pro- distance listing shall be 1"to 8" maximum. Sprinkler frame vide a minimum design density of 0.10 gpm/ft2 over and deflector shall be of bronze frame construction hav- the listed coverage area. Listed flows as specified ing a'/2" NPT thread. Water seal assembly shall consist of by the manufacturer's technical data sheets are to be a Teflon-coated Belleville spring washer with top-loaded used. Residential sprinklers shall be installed in con- extruded or cold head cup with 3 mm glass bulb contain- formance with the manufacturer's installation guide- ing no plastic parts, and having a temperature rating of lines and the applicable installation standard. Where [155°F (68°C)] [175°F (79°C)]. Sprinklers shall have a horizontal sidewall residential sprinklers are installed nominal K-factor of 4.9 (70). Standard finish: [Bronze] under sloped ceilings having a pitch from [4/12] to [Chrome-plated] [White Polyester] [Special finish— spec- L8/12],the sprinklers shall be listed for such use. Sprin- ify]. Recessed escutcheon assembly shall be a steel, kler frame and deflector shall be of bronze frame con- two-piece escutcheon [with '/2" adjustment (Model F2)] struction having a '/2° NPT thread. Water seal assem- [with 3/4" adjustment (Model F1)] [of push-on and thread bly shall consist of a Teflon-coated Belleville spring off design with'/2°adjustment(Model FP)]. Standard finish Washer with top-loaded extruded or cold head cup shall be [brass][bright chrome] [white painted]. Residen- With 3 mm glass bulb containing no plastic parts, and tial recessed pendent sprinklers shall be Reliable [Model having a temperature rating of [155°F (68°C)] [175°F F1 Res 49 & 58 Recessed Pendent/F1] [Model F1 Res ��g°C)]. The solder element (Link) version, the water 49 & 58 Recessed Pendent/F2] [Model F1 Res 49 & 58 seal consist of a cap with a bellville spring washer and Recessed Pendent/FP]SIN R3516&R3513(Bulletin 135). a temperature rating of 165°F (74°C). The recessed assembly forthe HSWX (Bulb & Link) should be a steel Model F1 Res 30, 49 & 58 CCP Pendent two pieces escutcheon with 1/2" adjustment (Model (Concealed) F2) standard finish should be Bright Chrome and white Sprinklers shall be [cULus Listed] [New York City MEA painted. The F1 Res 58 HSW is also available with low Approved (258-93-E)] low flow residential concealed lead frame. F1 Res 58 HSW and HSWX sprinklers shall sprinklers engineered to provide a minimum design den- have a nominal K Factor of 5.8 and F1 Res 44 a nomi- sity of 0.10 gpm/ft2 over the listed coverage area. Listed nal K factor of 4.4. Standard finish: [Bronze] [Chrome- flows as specified by the manufacturer's technical data plated] [White Polyester] [Special finish— specify]. sheets are to be used. Residential sprinklers shall be in- Residential horizontal sidewall sprinklers shall be Reli- stalled in conformance with the manufacturer's installa- able Model F1 Res 44, F1 Res 58, F1 Res 58 HSWX & tion guidelines and the applicable installation standard. Model KRes58 HSWX, SIN R3531, RA3533 & RA3593 Where pendent residential sprinklers are installed under (Bulletin 135). sloped ceilings having a pitch from [4/12] to [8/12], the sprinklers shall be listed for such use. Sprinkler frame and deflector shall be of bronze frame construction having a '/2" NPT thread. Water seal assembly shall consist of a Teflon-coated Belleville spring washer with top-loaded ex- truded or cold head cup with 3 mm glass bulb contain- ing no plastic parts, and having a temperature rating of 155°F (68°C). Cover plate assembly shall consist of a brass cover plate and copper alloy retainer flange. Meth- od of attaching the cover plate to the sprinkler cup shall be a push-on and thread-off design allowing a '/2" cover 12. Model F1 Res 44 & 58 Recessed Horizontal Residential recessed pendent sprinklers shall be Reliable Sidewall Sprinkler [Model F1 Res 76 Recessed Pendent/F1] [Model F1 Res Use description for the Model F1 Res 58 horizontal 76 Recessed Pendent/F2] [Model F1 Res 76 Recessed sidewall sprinkler with the following modifications: Re- Pendent/FP] SIN R7618 (Bulletin 135). place "horizontal sidewall sprinkler" with "recessed hori- Model F1 Res 76 CCP Pendent (Concealed) zontal sprinkler." Add: Recessed escutcheon assembly S rinklers shall be cULus Listed low flow residential shall be a steel, two-piece escutcheon with '/2" adjust- con ealed sprinklers engineered tolprovide a minimum ment (Model F2). Standard finish shall be [brass][bright design density of 0.10 gpm/ft2 over the listed coverage chrome] [white painted] [Special finish— specify]. Resi- area. Listed flows as specified by the manufacturer's dential recessed horizontal sidewall sprinklers shall be technical data sheets are to be used. Residential sprin- Reliable Model F1 Res 58/F2, SIN R3513(Bulletin 135). klers shall be installed in conformance with the manufac- Model F1 Res 76 Pendent turer's installation guidelines and the applicable installa- Sprinklers shall be [cULus Listed] low flow resi- tion standard. Sprinkler frame and deflector shall be of dential pendent sprinklers engineered to provide a bronze frame construction having a 3/4" NPT thread. Water minimum design density of 0.10 gpm/ft2 over the list- seal assembly shall consist of a Teflon-coated Belleville ed coverage area. Listed flows as specified by the spring washer with machined or cold head cup with 3 manufacturer's technical data sheets are to be used. mm glass bulb containing no plastic parts, and having a Residential sprinklers shall be installed in conformance temperature rating of 155°F (68°C). Cover plate assem- with the manufacturer's installation guidelines and the bly shall consist of a brass cover plate and copper alloy applicable installation standard. Sprinkler frame and retainer flange. Method of attaching the cover plate to the deflector shall be of bronze frame construction having sprinkler cup shall be a push-on and thread-off design a 3/4" NPT thread. Water seal assembly shall consist of allowing a '/2" cover plate adjustment. Cover plate tem- a Teflon-coated Belleville spring washer with machined perature rating shall be 135°F (57°C). A plastic protec- or cold head cup with 3 mm glass bulb containing no tive cap shall be provided and factory installed inside the plastic parts, and having a temperature rating of [155°F sprinkler cup to protect the sprinkler from damage, which (68°C)] [175°F (79°C)]. Sprinklers shall have a nominal could occur during construction before the cover plate K-factor of 7.6. Standard finish: [Bronze] [Chrome-plat- is installed. Standard cover plate finish: [White] [Custom ed] [White Polyester] [Special finish—specify]. Residen- Color—specify]. ]. Concealed pendent sprinklers shall be tial pendent sprinklers shall be Reliable Model F1 Res Reliable Model F1 Res 76 CCP, SIN R7618 (Bulletin 135). 76, SIN R7618 (Bulletin 135). Finishes�'> Model F1 Res 76 Recessed PendendFi, Standard Finishes Model F1 Res 76 Recessed Pendent/F2, Sprinkler F1, F2, FP Escutcheons Model F1 Res 76 Recessed PendendFP BronZe Brass Sprinklers shall be [cULus ListedJ low flow residen- cnrome Piated Bright Chrome Plated tial recessed pendent sprinklers engineered to provide White Polyester Coated White Painted a minimum design density of 0.10 gpm/ft2 over the listed Special Application Finishes coverage area. Listed flows as specified by the manu- Sprinkler F1, F2, Escutcheons facturer's technical data sheets are to be used. Residen- tial sprinklers shall be installed in conformance with the Bright Brass Bright Brass Black Plated Black Plated manufacturer's installation guidelines and the applicable Black Paint Black Paint installation standard. Sprinkler frame and deflector shall Off White Off White be of bronze frame construction having a 3/4" NPT thread. Satin Chrome Water seal assembly shall consist of a Teflon-coated Bel- sat�n cr,rome leville spring washer with machined or cold head cup with �'�Other finishes and colors are available on special order. 3 mm glass bulb containing no plastic parts, and having Consult factory for details. a temperature rating of [155°F (68°C)] [175°F (79°C)]. Information Sprinklers shall have a nominal K-factor of 7.6. Standard Specify:Ordering finish:[Bronze][Chrome-plated][White Polyester][Special 1. Sprinkler Model finish—specify]. Recessed escutcheon assembly shall be 2. Sprinkler Type a steel, two-piece escutcheon [with '/2" adjustment (Mod- 3. Temperature Rating el F2)] [with 3/4" adjustment (Model F1)] [of push-on and 4. Sprinkler Finish thread off design with '/2" adjustment (Model FP)]. Stan- 5. Escutcheon Finish dard finish shall be[brass][bright chrome] [white painted]. 13. Rel iable . . . For Com plete 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. Productsmanufactured and distributed by Reliable have been protecting life and property for over 90 years,and are installed and serviced by the most highly qualified and reputable sprinkler contractors located throughout the United States,Canada and foreign countries. Manufactured by The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co.,InC. Recycled � � (800)431-1588 Sales Offices Paper � '� � (800)848-6051 Sales Fax (914)829-2042 Corporate OffiCes Revision lines indicate updated or new data. www.reliablesprinkler.com Internet Address EG Prirned�n u.s.a o�/1s P/N 9999970322 Bulletin 006 Rev. H Model RFC30 (SIN RA0611) 07 � 4 Model RFC43 (SIN RA0612) �. Model RFC49 (SIN RA0616) o Residential Flat Concealed � � Sprinklers = A Residential Flat Concealed ' � ` � � _ '�'� Sprinkler engineered for a minimum � .� - `� • design density of 0.05 gpm/ft2 with r " low GPM requirements. � - �` � ' , Features 1. Very low water flow requirements. 2. Cover plate attachment (Plain or Perforated) with '/2" (13mm) Total adjustment. 3. Thread-On/Thread-Off or Push-On/Thread ,� Off cover attachment option. ` 4. Smooth aesthetic ceiling profile. � - • 5. Available in brass, chrome and black plated ` or painted finishes. Listings & Approval : . �.. 1. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, and certified by UL for Canada (cULus) 2. NYC MEA 258-93-E _� . :,: ..._.__ ; UL Listing Categories Residential Automatic Sprinklers �� UL Guide Number � VKKW Product Description Model RFC30, RFC43 and RFC49 Concealed Residen- tial Sprinklers are fast response residential fusible solder link automatic sprinklers. Residential sprinklers differ from standard sprinklers primarily in their response time and water distribution patterns. Model RFC30, RFC43 and RFC49 sprinklers discharge water in a hemispherical pattern below the sprinkler de- and positively attached and blends into the ceiling, con- flector. Residential distribution patterns are higher and cealing the most dependable fire protection available, an generally contain a finer droplet size than standard sprin- automatic sprinkler system. kler patterns. The RFC30, RFC43 and RFC49 are UL Listed Residen- The combination of speed of operation and high dis- tial Sprinklers to be installed in the residential portions charge pattern required for residential sprinklers has of any occupancy in accordance with NFPA 13, 13R, & demonstrated, in fire testing, an ability for controlling 13D. residential fires, and thereby providing significant evacu- The RFC30, RFC43 and RFC49 can reduce the need ation time for occupants. for precise cutting of drop nipples. The threaded cover The RFC30, RFC43 and RFC49 Sprinklers provide the plate assembly can be adjusted without tools to fit ac- best form of fire protection by combining an attractive ap- curately against the ceiling. The fire protection system pearance and 'h° (13mm) of cover adjustment for ease need not be shut down to adjust or remove the cover of installation. The small diameter cover plate is easily plate assembly. The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc., 103 Fairview Park Drive, Elmsford, New York 10523 Application and Installation The RFC30, RFC43 and RFC49, for residential instal- �/�/hen inserting or removing the wrench from the sprin- lations, use a 165°F (74°C) fusible solder link in a tun- kler/cup assembly, care should be taken to prevent dam- ing fork style sprinkler frame with a drop-down deflector. age to the sprinkler. DO NOT WRENCH ON ANY OTHER This assembly is recessed into the ceiling and concealed PART OF THE SPRINKLER/CUP ASSEMBLY. MODEL by a flat cover plate. The cover plate is attached to the RFC30, RFC43 AND RFC49 CONCEALED SPRINKLERS skirt, using 135°F(57°C) ordinary temperature classifica- MUST BE INSTALLED ONLY WITH 135°F RATED COV- tion solder.When the ceiling temperature rises, the solder ERS. holding the cover plate releases the cover allowing the Note:A leak tight'/z" NPT(R1/2) sprinkler joint can be ob- deflector to drop into position and exposing the sprinkler tained with a torque of 8-18 ft-Ibs (10,8- 24,4 N-m). Do not inside to ceiling temperature. The subsequent operation tighten sprinklers over maximum recommended torque. It of the solder link opens the waterway and causes the de- may cause leakage or impairment of the sprinklers. flector to drop into position to distribute the discharging Cover assemblies provide up to '/2" (13mm) of adjust- water in a hemispherical pattern below the sprinkler de- ment. Turn the cover clockwise until the flange is in con- flector. Any adjustment of thread engagement between tact with the ceiling. For the push-on/thread-off option, the cover plate and cup will assure that the drop-down the cover assembly is pushed onto the cup and final ad- deflector is properly located below the ceiling. The resi- justment is made by turning the cover clockwise until the dential distribution pattern contains a finer droplet size skirt flange makes full contact with the ceiling. Cover re- than a standard sprinkler, and the pattern produces sig- moval requires turning in the counter-clockwise direction. nificantly higher wall wetting. In ceilings that have a plenum space above the sprin- After a 25/S inch diameter hole is cut in the ceiling, the kler, the plenum space may have neutral or negative sprinkler is to be installed with the Model FC Wrench. pressurization but must not be positively pressurized. When installing a sprinkler, the wrench is first positioned Inspect all sprinklers after installation to ensure that the into the sprinkler/cup assembly and around the hexago- gap between the cover plate and ceiling and the 4 slots nal body of the sprinkler frame. The Wrench must bottom in the cup are all open and free from any air flow impedi- out against the cup in order to ensure proper, safe instal- ment. lation. The sprinkler is then tightened into the pipe fitting. Sprinkler Max. Thread Nominal CCP Assembly Max. Model Temp Rat- Tem Ratin Ambient K (SIN) Size Orifice ing p' g Temp. Factor Pressure Inch(mm) Inch (mm) y,F �'C �'F r�C wF w� psi (bar) RFC 30 (RA0611) �' �15� Z'/s4(8,2) 165 74 135 57 100 38 3.0 175(12) '/z"(15) 3/s(10) 165 74 135 57 100 i 38 4.3 175(12) RFC 43 (RA0612) RFC 49 (RA0616) �2 �15� '/,6(11) 165 74 135 57 100 38 4.9 175(12) Note: 1 bar= 100 Kpa RFC 30 Ordinary Temp. Rating Max.Coverage Max. Spacing (165wF/74�'C) Minimum area Spaci ng Ft x Ft(m x m) Ft(m) Flow Pressure Ft(m) GPM (L/min) PSI (bar) 12 x 12(3,6 x 3,6) 12(3,6) 9(34,1) 9.0(0,62) 8(2,4) 14 x 14(4,3 x 4,3) 14(4,3) 10(37,8) 11.0(0,76) For Ceiling types refer to NFPA 13, 13R or 13D 2. RFC 43 Ordinary Temp. Rating Max.Coverage Max. Spacing (155�F/68�C) Minimum area Spacing Ft x Ft(m x m) Ft(m) Flow Pressure Ft(m) GPM (Umin) PSI(bar) 12 x 12(3,6 x 3,6) 12(3,6) 12(4,5) 7.8(0,54) 14 x 14(4,3 x 4,3) 14(4,3) 13(49) 9.1 (0,63) 16 x 16(4,9 x 4,9) 16(4,9) 13(49) 9.1 (0,63) 8(2,4) 18 x 18(5,5 x 5,5) 18(5,5) 18(68) 17.5(1,21) 20 x 20(6,1 x 6,1) 20(6,1) 21 (79) 23.8(1,64) For Ceiling types refer to NFPA 13, 13R or 13D RFC 49 Max. Coverage Ordinary Temp. Rating Minimum Max. Spacing 155�'F/68�'C) area Ft(m) Flow Pressure Spacing Ft x Ft(m x m) GPM (Vmin) PSI(bar) Ft(m) 12 x 12(3,6 x 3,6) 12(3,6) 13(49) 7.0(0,48) 14 x 14(4,3 x 4,3) 14(4,3) 13(49) 7.0(0,48) 16 x 16(4,9 x 4,9) 16(4,9) 13(49) 7.0(0,48) 8(2,4) 18 x 18(5,5 x 5,5) 18(5,5) 17(69,3) 12.0(0,83) 20 x 20(6,1 x 6,1) 20(6,1) 20(75,73) 16.7(1,14) For Ceiling types refer to NFPA 13, 13R or 13D Maintenance Model RFC30, RFC43 and RFC49 Concealed Sprin- symmetric lever mechanism, maintaining a Teflon-coated klers should be inspected quarterly and the sprinkler Belleville spring washer and machined brass cap water system maintained in accordance with NFPA 25. Do not seal assembly containing no plastic parts. Sprinkler clean sprinklers with soap and water, ammonia or any K-factor shall be nominal 3.0 (44), 4.3 (62.4), and 4.91 other cleaning fluids. Remove dust by using a soft brush (70) having a 5/,6°, 3/8" and '/,6" orifice. Temperature rating or gentle vacuuming. Remove any sprinkler cover plate shall be Ordinary 165°F(74°C); cover plate temperature assembly which has been painted (other than factory ap- rating to be 135°F(57°C). Cover plate assembly shall plied) or damaged in any way. A stock of spare sprin- consist of a brass cover plate and copper alloy retainer klers should be maintained to allow quick replacement flange allowing a'/2" cover plate adjustment. Any secure of damaged or operated sprinklers. Prior to installation, engagement between the cover plate and the cup will sprinklers should be maintained in the original cartons assure that the drop-down deflector is properly located and packaging until used to minimize the potential for below the ceiling. A plastic protective cap shall be damage to sprinklers that would cause improper opera- provided and factory installed inside the sprinkler cup tion or non-operation. to protect the drop-down sprinkler deflector from dam- Model RFC30, RFC43 and RFC49 Residential age, which could occur during construction before the cover plate is installed. Standard cover finish: [Chrome] Concealed Sprinkler Specification [White] [Specialty-specify]. Residential concealed sprinklers shall be Reliable Model RFC30, SIN RA0611 Sprinklers shall be cULus Listed low flow residential con- (gulletin 006), Model RFC43, SIN RA0612 (Bulletin 006) cealed sprinklers with drop-down deflector and adjust- or Model RFC49, SIN RA0616 (Bulletin 006). able flat cover plate engineered for a minimum design density of 0.05 gpm/ft2. Sprinkler frame and deflector shall be of bronze frame construction having a'/2" NPT thread. Thermal element shall consist of an approved black-painted beryllium-nickel fusible solder link with 3. Ordering Information Cover Plate Finishes�'> SpeCify: Standard Finishes 1. Sprinkler Model Chrome _ . _ 2. Cover Plate Finish White Paint - - 3. Thread-On or Special Application Push-On Feature Finishes�2� i - , � � Bright Brass i�, �� ' Finished Bronze - � Black Plating � Black Paint � Off White �'�`'° Satin Chrome . �'� Other finishes and colors are available on special order. Consult factory for details. Coverplate custom paint is �� semi-gloss, unless specified ��❑� otherwise. �2� For the perforated style cover- plate, consult factory for avail- ability on these and other cus- tom finishes. 7" x 7/2" REDUCINc T_FF OR Fl FsOW �� ( --��-----��__� �� r �� I� �" �66.SSmm] 25" �5�.42mm] DlA I I NOLE lN CEILING '7b � � � � � CJF_ �s__ �� — 2" [50.8mm� MAX. FACE OF F177/NG ��.� � � � � �i TO FACE OF CEIUNG � �� DIMENSION �� i;�i: :i� CEILING� \---- � i/�i/ �° �72.70mrn] MAX. � �� — � ? CO�ER ADJUS7MEN7 16" [4.96mm] FLAT COl/ER PLA7E 5�- ASSEMBLY �316 �84.27mm� DIA. SPkINKLER aoeFCO�e „ COVFR F'l A I F: � !? ��. %mm , A/�,JUS7-MF N?� 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 properry for over 90 years,and are installed and serviced by the most highly qualified and reputable sprinkler contractors located throughout the United States,Canada and foreign countries. Manufactured by The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co.,Inc. � Recycled � � (800)431-1588 Sales Offices Paper � '� � (800)848-6051 Sales Fax Revision lines indicate updated or new data. 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