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Model G5-80, Model G5-56,
Reilabid Model G5-42, Model G5-28
Quick Response Concealed
Automatic Sprinkler
UL Quick Response
FM Standard Response .
Concealed Sprinkler With a
3/4" (19mm) Adjustment
Features
1. Cover plate attachment (Plain or Perforated) with
3/4" (19mm)assembly adjustment.
2. Smooth aesthetic ceiling profile. Plain Cover Plate
3. Factory installed protective cap.
4. Available in Chrome and White as Standard Finish-
es. Special Application Finishes are also available.
5. Ordinary and Intermediate temperature rating.
For additional Sprinklers refer to Bulletin 154 for
Technical Specification and Approvals
Approvals & Listings ____
1. Underwriters Laboratories Inc. and cULus-
Quick Response
• G5-80, G5-56 - Light Hazard and Ordinary Perforated Cover Plate
Hazard Occupancies The Model G5-80, G5-56, G5-42 and G5-28 are designed
• G5-42 Light Hazard Occupancies for use where aesthetic appearance is important.Offices,hos-
• G5-28 Light Hazard Occupancies pitals, motels and restaurants are but a few of the applications
2. Factory Mutual Research Corp. (FM) where it can be used.
Standard Response (See Page 3) The Model G5-80, G5-56, G5-42 and G5-28 are UL Listed
• G5-56 & G5-28 only. Quick Response Concealed sprinklers intended for use in
• See the most recent FM Global Property accordance with NFPA 13. FM Approves the G5-56 and the
Loss Prevention Data Sheets for installation G5-28 sprinkler as a standard response concealed sprinkler
and use guidelines. intended for use in accordance with FM Loss Prevention Data
3. Loss Prevention Council (LPCB, UK) -
Standard Response Sheet 2.0.
• G5-56 - Light Hazard and Ordinary Hazard Product Description
Occupancies The Reliable Model G5-80, G5-56, G5-42 and G5-28 uses
4. VdS SchadenverhUtung GmbH- a proven quick response fusible element in a standard style
Standard Response sprinkler frame with a drop-down deflector. This assembly is
5. EC-Certificate of Conformity 0832-CPD-2062 recessed into the ceiling and concealed by a flat cover plate
U.S. Patent number 6,554,077. assembly.The threaded engagement provides 3/4" (19mm)of
cover adjustment. The flat cover plate is attached to the skirt
Application using either 135°F(57°C) or 165°F (74°C) ordinary tempera-
The Reliable Model G5-80, G5-56, G5-42 and G5-28 are ture classification solder.
the most versatile quick response concealed sprinklers avail- When the ceiling temperature rises, the solder holding the
able. It provides the best form of fire protection while offering flat cover plate melts,the flat cover plate released thus expos-
an attractive appearance and 3/4" (19mm) of cover adjust- ing the sprinkler inside to the rising ambient temperature.
ment for ease of installation. The small diameter cover plate The subsequent fusing of the element opens the waterway
assembly is easily attached and blends into the ceiling, con- and causes the deflector to distribute the water. Any secure
cealing the most dependable fire protection available,an au- engagement between the cover plate and cup will assure that
tomatic sprinkler system. the drop-down deflector is properly located below the ceiling.
Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc., 103 Fairview Park Drive, Elmsford, New York 10523
Installation Ordering Information
Do not install the G5-80, G5-56,G5-42 and G5-28 in ceilings 1. Sprinkler Model
which have positive pressure in the space above. 2. Nominal Orifice
• Cut a 25/°inch(67mm)diameter hole is cutin the ceiling,the 3. Flat Cover Plate _
sprinkler is easily installed with the Model FC Wrench. The Plain or Perforated
4.1111
wrench has a socket drive which is inserted into the body of 4. Flat Cover Plate
the sprinkler. When installing a sprinkler the wrench is first Assembly Finish
positioned into the sprinkler/cup assembly until the wrench 5. Inlet Type
socket engages the body of the sprinkler. The sprinkler is Cover Plate Finishest')
then tightened into the pipe fitting. When inserting or remov- Standard Finishes
ing the wrench from the sprinkler/cup assembly,care should Chrome BOO
be taken to prevent damage to the sprinkler. DO NOT White Paint
WRENCH ON ANY OTHER PART OF THE SPRINKLER/ Special Application
CUP ASSEMBLY. Install the cover plate by hand turning the Finishes(2) I I
cover in the clockwise direction until it is tight against the ceil- Bright Brass Model FC Sprinkler Wrench
ing. Finished Bronze UL Listing Category
A protective cap is provided to protect the drop-down sprinkler Black Plating Sprinklers, Automatic and
deflector from damage which could occur during construction Black Paint Open
before the cover plate is installed. The cap is factory installed Off White Quick Response Sprinkler
inside the sprinkler cup.Remove cap to install sprinkler,then re- Satin Chrome _ UL Guide Number
install cap until the cover plate is installed. (1) Other finishes and colors are VN IV
Maintenance available on special order.
Consult factory for details.
The Model G5-80, G5-56, G5-42 and G5-28 should be in- Coverplate custom paint is
spected and the sprinkler system maintained in accordance semi-gloss, unless specified
with NFPA 25. Do not clean sprinklers with soap and water,am- (2) otherwise.
For the perforated style cover-
monia or any other cleaning fluids. Remove any sprinkler that plate, consult factory for avail-
has been painted (other than factory applied) or damaged in ability on these and other cus-
any way. Concealed sprinklers cover plates can not be painted tom finishes.
in the field, after installation or have any other coating applied Maximum Working Pressure
other than the factory finish.A stock of spare sprinklers should 175 psi (12 bar)
be maintained to allow quick replacement of damaged or oper The Model G5-56 is cULus listed for a maximum working
ated sprinklers. Prior to installation, sprinklers should be main pressure of 250 psi(17,3 bar)and Factory Mutual approved
tained in the original cartons and packaging to minimize the for a maximum working pressure of 175 psi (12 bar)
potential for damage to sprinklers that would cause improper 100% Factory tested Hydrostatically to 500 psi (34.5 bar)
operation or non-operation.
Temperature Rating
Classification Sprinkler Cover Max. Ambient
Plate Temp.
Ordinary 165°F/74°C 135°F/57°C 100°F/38°C
Intermediate 212°F/100°C 165°F/74°C 150°F/66°C
2.
Technical Data
Nominal
Sprinkler Sprinkler Inlet Total Nominal K Factor Thread Approvals Sprinkler
Model Adjustment Orifice US Metric Identification (SIN)
_ G5-80 Non Adjustable 3/4"(19mm) 17/32"(15mm) 8.0 115 3/4"NPT(R3/4) 1 RA3412
G5-56 Non Adjustable 3/4"(19mm) 1/2"(15mm) 5.6 80 1/2"NPT(R1/) 1,2,3,4,5 RA3415
G5-42 Non Adjustable 3A"(19mm) 7/6"(10mm) 4.2 60 1/"NPT(R'/2) 1 RA3413
G5-28 Non Adjustable 3/4"(19mm) 3/3"(10mm) 2.8 40 1/2"NPT(R'/2) 1,2 RA3411
For VdS Approval, temperature rating sprinkler 165°F/74°c and cover plate 135°F/57°C only!
1"x 1/2" REDUCING / 1'"x 4" RED
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G5-80 ONLY
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FLAT COVER PLATE 3i"[84.21 mm] DIA. - CEILING
ASSEMBLY
SPRINKLER
034FG01B COVER PLATE: 3/4" [19.05mm] ADJUSTMENT
Notice
FOR USE AS A REPLACEMENT OF MODEL G4A SPRINKLERS
1"x 1/2"REDUCING
TEE OR ELBOW
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RELIABLE P/N 6999991900 11 1 LI
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211"[58.42mm]DIA - { HOLE IN CEILING
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CUP ` ;Mr-iyM( ` FACE OF FITTING
TO FACE OFSION CEILING
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COVER ADJUSTMENT ? 2-1/4"[57.15mm]MAX.
(( [- : FACE OF NIPPLE EXT.
N fir- �r TO FACE OF CEILING
DIMENSION
•
1/4"[6.35mm]MIN. TO CEILING I x x x x'x x i
1"[25.4mm]MAX. I i ///////
DROPPED DEFLECTOR I
TO CEILING �1� -
1 1111
[4.96mmJ
3 "[84.21mm]DIA. EILI
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FLAT COVER PLATE
ASSEMBLY SPRINKLER
0301;02A COVER PLATE: 3/4" [19.05mm] ADJUSTMENT
NOTE:
1. Testing has shown that use of a"nipple extension"will not affect the listing of the sprinkler.
2. For RETROFIT installations, per NFPA 13 (2010) section 8.15.19.4, "which allows the use of nipples as the same pipe
thread size as the existing outlet when revamping existing systems".
3. Do not exceed 8-18 ft-lbs of torque during installation.
3.
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 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.
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