The Designer Model F Standard Upright Standard Pendent Extended Coverage Pendent Conventional Vertical Sidewall HSW Deflector Extended Coverage EC-6 Deflector The Designer II Model F Recessed Recessed Pendent Recessed Extended Coverage Pendent Recessed Extended Coverage Horizontal Sidewal Approval Organizations. Underwriters Laboratories Inc. 2. Underwriters Laboratories of Canada. Factory Mutual Research Corp. 4. Loss Prevention Council 5. NYC BS&A No. 587-75-SA 6. Pleniere Assemblee 7. Verband der Schadenversicherer 8. NYC MEA 258-9-E UL Listing Category s, Automatic & Open (VNIV) Patents: US Patent No. 6,74,920 Applies to Model F Vertical Sidewall s Product Description The F Glass Bulb combines the durability of a standard sprinkler with the attractive low profile of a decorative sprinkler. Whether installed on exposed piping or in an office ceiling, it is functional and attractive. The Horizontal and Vertical Sidewall s provide an equally attractive appearance when ceiling piping cannot be used. Beautifully versatile is the description for the Reliable Model F Recessed Designer glass bulb sprinkler. Recessing The Designer enhances its already low profile decorative appearance, and facilitates a rapid and perfect installation. Model F Recessed Designer s escutcheon is highly adjustable. The two piece construction makes field installation a very easy and rapid task. This also allows ceiling panels to later be removed without shutting down the fire protection system, thus facilitating maintenance of above ceiling services. The Designer Automatic utilizes a frangible glass bulb. The glass bulb consists of an accurately controlled amount of special fluid hermetically sealed inside of a precisely manufactured glass capsule. This glass bulb is specially constructed to provide fast thermal response. Model F Model F Recessed Standard Response s Upright Vertical Sidewall Extended Coverage Extended Coverage Pendent Bulletin 7Rev.R Pendent Conventional Recessed Pendent Recessed Extended Coverage Horizontal Sidewall Recessed Extended Coverage Pendent At normal temperatures, the glass bulb contains the fluid in both the liquid phase and in the vapor phase. The vapor phase can be seen as a small bubble. As heat is applied, the liquid expands forcing the bubble smaller and smaller as the liquid pressure increases. Continued heating forces the liquid to push out against the bulb, causing the glass to shatter, opening the waterway and allowing the deflector to distribute the discharging water. The F temperature rating is identified by the color of the glass bulb capsule as well as frame color where applicable. The Reliable Automatic Co., Inc., 525 North MacQuesten Parkway, Mount Vernon, New York 0552 Bulletin 7Rev.R
Model F Upright, Pendent & Conventional s Installation Wrench: Model D Wrench Upright Pendent Conventional K Factor Height Approval Organization US Metric Upright Pendent Standard-Upright (SSU) and Pendent (SSP) Deflectors Marked to Indicate Position ½ (5mm) ½ NPT (R½) 5.6 80 2.2 (56mm),2,,4,5,6,7 R725 R75 7 2 (20mm) ¾ NPT (R¾) () 8.0 5 2. (58mm),2,,4,7,8 R722 R72 ½ (5mm) () ½ NPT (R½) 5.6 80 2.2 (56mm) 7 7 2 (20mm) () ¾ NPT (R¾) 8.0 5 2. (58mm) 7 7 6 (mm) ½ NPT (R½) 4.2 60 2.2 (56mm),2,8 R72 R7 8 (0mm) ½ NPT (R½) (2) 2.8 40 2.54 (65mm),2,8 R72 R7 0mm XLH R 8 4.2 60 56.mm 4,6,7 R724 R74 Conventional-Install in Upright or Pendent Position 0mm XLH R 8 4.2 60 56.mm R774 5mm ½ NPT (R½) 5.6 80 56.mm 4,6,7 R775 20mm ¾ NPT (R¾) 8.0 5 58.mm 4,7 R772 () LPC Approval up 286 F (4 C) (2) FM Approval for SSU up to and including 200 F (9 C) only. () VdS Approval for Intermediate Response 55 F (68 C) only. 2.
Model F Recessed Pendent Installation Wrench: Model RC Wrench F Recessed () When installed directly into a tee, the escutcheon dimension s adjustment will be reduced. K Factor Approval US Metric 2 (5mm) 2 NPT (R 2) 5.6 80 2.2 (56mm),2, (2),4,5,7 R75 7 2 (20mm) 4 NPT (R 4 8.0 5 2. (58mm),2, (2),4,8 R72 2 (5mm) (4) 2 NPT (R 2) 5.6 80 2.2 (56mm) 7 7 2 (20mm) (4) 4 NPT (R 4 8.0 5 2. (58mm) 7 7 6 (mm) 2 NPT (R½) 4.2 60 2.2 (56mm),2,8 R7 8 (0mm) 2 NPT (R½) 2.8 40 2.2 (56mm),2,8 R7 0mm R 8 4.2 60 56.mm 4 (),7 R74 (2) FM Approval Light Hazard No Limitations. Ordinary Hazard Groups & 2, Wet Systems only. () LPC Approval is for 57 C through 9 C ratings. (4) VdS Approval for Intermediate Response 55 F (68 C) only..
Model F Vertical Sidewall Installation Wrench: Model D Wrench Installation Position: Upright or Pendent Approval Type: Hazard Occupancy K Factor US Metric Height Approval Organizations Vertical Sidewall 2 (5mm) 2 NPT (R 2) 5.6 80 2.2 (56.mm),2,,4 (), 6,8 R785 () LPC Approval is pendent only, 57 C through 4 C ratings. U.S. Patent No. 6,74,920 Type Upright Pendent Deflector to Ceiling Distance (Min. - Max.) 4 (02mm) - 2 (05mm) 4 (02mm) - 2 (05mm) Model F Deflector: HSW Installation Wrench: Model D Wrench K Factor Length Approval Organizations Light Ordinary US Metric Hazard Hazard ½ (5mm) ½ NPT (R½) 5.6 80 2.6 (67mm),2,,5,2,5 R75 Note: UL and ULC Listing permits use with F escutcheons, light hazard only. 4.
Model F Extended Coverage Pendent Deflector: Installation Wrench: Model D Wrench Approval Type: Extended Coverage Light Hazard Occupancy Temperature K Factor Approval Rating US Metric F C 7 2 (20mm) 4 NPT (R¾) 8.0 5 2.2 (56mm),2,8 5; 55 57; 68 R742 2 (5mm) 2 NPT (R½) 5.6 80 2.2 (56mm),2,8 5; 55 57; 68 R745 Extended Coverage Pendent COVERAGE AREA Flow Rate Pressure Max. Area Width x Length K=8.0 (5) K=5.6 (80) gpm L/min psi bar psi bar ft. x ft. m x m 26 40 98.4 25.0 5.4 0.6 7.0 25.0 0,7,2,7 2.6 4.7 5.0,5 2,4,5 6x6 8x8 20x20 4.9 x 4.9 5.5 x 5.5 6.0 x 6.0 Model F Recessed Extended Coverage Pendent Deflector: EC Pendent Installation Wrench: Model RC Wrench Approval Type: Light Hazard Occupancy Extended Coverage Recessed () When installed directly into a tee, the escutcheon dimension s adjustment will be reduced. Temperature K Factor Approval Rating US Metric F C 7 2 (20mm) 4 NPT (R¾) 8.0 5 2.2 (56mm),2,8 5; 55 57; 68 R742 2 (5mm) 2 NPT (R½) 5.6 80 2.2 (56mm),2,8 5; 55 57; 68 R745 COVERAGE AREA Flow Rate Pressure Max. Area Width x Length K=8.0 (5) K=5.6 (80) gpm L/min psi bar psi bar ft. x ft. m x m 26 40 98.4 25.0 5.4 0.6 7.0 25.0 0,7,2,7 2.6 4.7 5.0,5 2,4,5 6x6 8x8 20x20 4.9 x 4.9 5.5 x 5.5 6.0 x 6.0 5.
Model F Extended Coverage Deflector: EC-6 Glass Bulb: mm 55 F (68 C) Standard, Unless 5mm 5 F (57 C) is Specified Installation Wrench: Model D Wrench Approval Type: Extended Coverage Light Hazard Occupancy Extended Coverage Temperature K Factor Approval Rating US Metric F C 5 (5mm bulb) 57 7 2 (20mm) 4 NPT (R¾) 8.0 5. 2.75 (70mm),2,8 55 (mm bulb) 68 R762 Flow Rate Pressure COVERAGE AREA Max. Area Width x Length gpm L/min psi bar ft. x ft. m x m 6 9 6. 47.6 20. 2.8,4,6 6x22 6x24 4.9 x 6.7 4.9 x 7. Deflector to Ceiling Dimensions (Min. - Max.) 4 (02mm) - 6 (52mm) 4 (02mm) - 6 (52mm) 6.
Model F Recessed Extended Coverage Deflector: EC-6 Glass Bulb: mm 55 F (68 C) Only Installation Wrench: Model GFR Wrench Approval Type: Extended Coverage Light Hazard Occupancy Recessed Extended Coverage () When installed directly into a tee, the escutcheon dimension s adjustment will be reduced. Temperature K Factor Approval Rating US Metric F C 7 2 (20mm) 4 NPT (R¾) 8.0 5. 2.75 (70mm),2,8 55 68 R762 Flow Rate Pressure COVERAGE AREA Max. Area Width x Length gpm L/min psi bar ft. x ft. m x m 6 9 6. 47.6 20. 2.8,4,6 6x22 6x24 4.9 x 6.7 4.9 x 7. Deflector to Ceiling Dimensions (Min. - Max.) 4 (02mm) - 6 (52mm) 4 (02mm) - 6 (52mm) 7.
Model F & F Recessed s Application Model F and F Recessed sprinklers are used in fixed fire protection systems: Wet, Dry, Deluge or Preaction. Care must exercised that the orifice size, temperature rating, deflector style and sprinkler type are in accordance with the latest published standards of the National Fire Protection Association or the approving Authority Having Jurisdiction. Installation Model F sprinklers are standard response sprinklers intended for installation as specified in NFPA. They must also be installed with the Model D Wrench specifically designed by Reliable for use with these sprinklers. The Model F Recessed s are to be installed with a maximum recess of ¾ inch (9mm). The Model F Escutcheon illustrated is the only recessed escutcheon to be used with the Model F Pendent and EC s. The use of any other recessed escutcheon will void all approvals and negate all warranties. When installing Model F Recessed Pendent, EC Pendent, and EC HSW s, use the Model GFR Wrench. Any other type of wrench may damage these sprinklers. Glass bulb sprinklers have orange covers to protect the bulb during the installation process. REMOVE THIS PRO- TECTION ONLY AFTER THE SYSTEM HAS BEEN HYDRO- STATICALLY TESTED AND, WHEN APPLICABLE, THE ESCUTCHEONS HAVE BEEN INSTALLED. RASCO wrenches are designed to install sprinklers when covers are in place. Ordering Information Specify:. Model 2. Type. 4. Deflector Type 5. Temperature Rating: Specify Bulb when ordering Model F EC HSW. 6. Finish 7. Escutcheon Finish (where applicable) Maintenance The Models F and F Recessed s should be inspected quarterly and the sprinkler system maintained in accordance with NFPA 25. Do not clean sprinklers with soap and water, ammonia or any other cleaning fluid. Remove any sprinkler which has been painted (other than factory applied) or damaged in any way. A stock of spare sprinklers should be maintained to allow quick replacement of damaged or operated sprinklers. Prior to installation, sprinklers should be maintained in the original cartons and packaging until used to minimize the potential for damage to sprinklers that would cause improper operation or non-operation. Temperature Ratings Classification Ordinary Ordinary Intermediate Intermediate High () Extra High () Temperature Maximum Ambient Temperature F C F C 5 55 75 200 286 60 57 68 79 9 4 82 () Not Available For F Recessed 00 00 50 50 225 00 8 8 66 66 07 49 Finishes Standard Finishes Escutcheon Bronze Brass Chrome Chrome White Polyester Coated () White Painted Special Application Finishes Escutcheon (2) (6) Bright Brass Black Plated (6) Black Paint ()(6) () (6) Off White Satin Chrome () (4) Lead Plated Wax Coated Wax Over Lead () (4) (5) () (4) (5) Bright Brass Black Plated Black Paint Off White Satin Chrome Bulb Color Orange Red Yellow Green Blue Mauve Patents: U.S. Patent No. 6,74,920 Applies to Model F Vertical Sidewall s. () Other colors and finishes are available on special order. Consult factory for details. (2) 200 F (9 C) maximum. () UL and ULC Listed, and NYC Approved Only. (4) 55 F to 200 F (68 C to 9 C) ratings only. (5) 286 F (4 C) s may be coated for ambient conditions not exceeding 50 F (66 C). (6) LPC approved for 0mm and 5mm sprinklers only. The equipment presented in this bulletin is to be installed in accordance with the latest pertinent 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 80 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 Co., Inc. (800) 4 588 Sales Offices (800) 848 605 Sales Fax (94) 668 470 Corporate Offices www.reliablesprinkler.com Internet Address Recycled Paper Revision lines indicate updated or new data. EG printed in USA. 5/05 P/N 99999700