Reliable F1FR – 300 User manual

Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc., 103 Fairview Park Drive, Elmsford, New York 10523
Model F1FR – 300
Quick Response Extended
Coverage Sprinklers
300 psi (20,7 bar) Rated
Bulletin 159 August 2021
Bulletin 159 August 2021
Model F1FR – 300 QREC
300 psi (20,7 bar) Rated
Sprinkler Types
• Extended Coverage Pendent (QREC)
• Extended Coverage Horizontal Sidewall
(QREC-9)
• Extended Coverage Recessed Pendent
(QREC)
• Extended Coverage Recessed Horizontal Side-
wall (QREC-9)
For Model F1FR-300 EC ½” K 5.6 (80) Sprinkler Types refer
to Bulletin 028 for technical specications and approvals.
Approval Organizations
1. Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
2. UL Certied for Canada
3. NYC MEA 258-93-E
ULI Listing Category
Sprinklers, Automatic & Open
Quick Response Sprinklers
ULI Guide Number
VNIV
Product Description
Reliable Models F1FR-300 QREC and F1FR-300 QREC-9
pendent and horizontal sidewall sprinklers are high pressure
rated automatic sprinklers which can handle a maximum
service pressure of 300 psi (20,7 bar).
These Models are quick response sprinklers which utilize
a 3.0mm frangible glass bulb. These sprinklers have dem-
onstrated response times in laboratory tests which are ve
times faster than standard response sprinklers. This quick
response enables Model F1FR-300 QREC and QREC-9
sprinklers to apply water to a re much faster than standard
sprinklers of the same temperature rating.
The glass bulb contains an accurately controlled amount
of special fluid hermetically sealed inside a precisely man-
ufactured glass capsule. This glass bulb is specially con-
structed to provide fast thermal response. Other sprinkler
parts are made of brass, copper or beryllium nickel.
Recessed
QREC Pendent
QREC-9 Horizontal
Sidewall
Recessed QREC-9
Horizontal Sidewall
QREC Pendent
At normal temperatures, the glass bulb contains fluid in
both the liquid and vapor phases. The vapor phase can be
seen as a small bubble. As heat is applied, the liquid ex-
pands, 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, op-
erating the waterway and allowing the deflector to distribute
the discharging water.
The temperature rating of the sprinkler is identied by the
color of the glass bulb.
Application
The most common applications for Model F1FR-300
QREC and QREC-9 Sprinklers will be in re protection sys-
tems for high rise buildings where a quick response rating is
required and the pressure entering the sprinkler system is in
excess of 175 psi (12 bar). The use of these sprinklers will
provide the opportunity to reduce or eliminate the need for
pressure reducing valves.

2.
Model F1FR-300 Quick Response Extended Coverage Pendent Sprinkler
Deflector: QREC
Installation Wrench: Model W2 Sprinkler Wrench
Approval Type: Quick Response Extended Coverage – Light Hazard Occupancy
Installation Data:
Nominal
Orice
Size
Thread
Size
“K” Factor Sprinkler
Length
Approval
Organizations
Temperature
Rating
Sprinkler
Identication
Number (SIN)
US Met-
ric
17/32”
(20mm)
¾” NPT
(R¾) 8.0 115.3 2.4” (61mm) 1, 2 135°F (57°C) 155°F (68°C) R5942
QREC Pendent
Model F1FR-300 Quick Response Extended Coverage Recessed Pendent Sprinkler
Deflector: QREC
Installation Wrench: Model W4 Sprinkler Wrench
Approval Type: Quick Response Extended Coverage – Light Hazard Occupancy
Installation Data:
Nominal
Orice
Size
Thread
Size
“K” Factor Sprinkler
Length
Approval(2)
Organizations
Temperature
Rating
Sprinkler
Identication
Number (SIN)
US Metric
17/32”
(20mm)
¾” NPT
(R¾) 8.0 115.3 2.4” (61mm) 1, 2 135°F (57°C) 155°F (68°C) R5942
Coverage Area
Flow Rate Pressure Max. Coverage Area
Width x Length
gpm L/min K = 8.0 (115.3) ft. x ft. m x m
psi bar
26
33
40
98.4
124.9
151.5
10.6
17.0
25.0
0,7
1,2
1,7
16 x 16
18 x 18
20 x 20(1)
4.9 x 4.9
5.5 x 5.5
6.0 x 6.0(1)
(1)135°F only.
(2)Refer to escutcheon data table for approvals and dimensions.
Model F1FR-300 Quick Response Extended Coverage Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler
Deflector: QREC-9
Installation Wrench: Model W2 Sprinkler Wrench
Approval Type: Quick Response Extended Coverage – Light Hazard Occupancy
Installation Data:
Nominal
Orice
Size
Thread
Size
“K” Factor Sprinkler
Length
Approval
Organizations
Temperature
Rating
Sprinkler
Identication
Number (SIN)
US Metric
17/32”
(20mm)
¾” NPT
(R¾) 8.0 115.3 2.95” (75mm) 1, 2
135°F (57°C)
155°F (68°C)
175°F (78°C)
R5962
QREC-9 Horizontal Sidewall

3.
Model F1FR-300 Quick Response Extended Coverage Recessed Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler
Deflector: QREC-9
Installation Wrench: Model W4 Sprinkler Wrench
Approval Type: Quick Response Extended Coverage – Light Hazard Occupancy
Installation Data:
Nominal
Orice
Size
Thread
Size
“K” Factor Sprinkler
Length
Approval(2)
Organizations
Sprinkler
Identication
Number (SIN)
US Metric
17/32”
(20mm)
¾” NPT
(R¾) 8.0 115.3 2.95” (75mm) 1, 2 R5962
(2)Refer to Escutcheon Data Table for approvals and dimensions.
Installation Data:
COVERAGE AREA
Flow Rate
gpm (L/min)
Pressure
psi (bar)
Maximum
Coverage Area
Width x Length
ft. x ft. (m x m)
Temperature
Rating(1)
Deflector to Ceiling
Dimension
Min. - Max.
Inches (mm)
UL UL
26 (98.4)
29 (109.8)
29 (109.8)
32 (121.1)
36 (136.3)
39 (147.6)
10.6 (0,7)
13.1 (0,9)
13.1 (0,9)
16.0 (1,1)
20.2 (1,4)
23.8 (1,6)
16 x 16 (4.9 x 4.9)
16 x 16 (4.9 x 4.9)
16 x 18 (4.9 x 5.5)
16 x 20 (4.9 x 6.0)
16 x 22 (4.9 x 6.7)
16 x 24 (4.9 x 7.3)
135°F (57°C)
155°F (68°C)
175°F (78°C)
6 - 12 (153 - 305)
4 - 12 (102 - 305)
4 - 12 (102 - 305)
4 - 12 (102 - 305)
4 - 12 (102 - 305)
4 - 12 (102 - 305)
33 (124.9)
39 (147.6)
40 (151.4)
46 (174.1)
33 (124.9)
40 (151.4)
46 (174.1)
17.0 (1,2)
23.8 (1,6)
25.0 (1,7)
33.1 (2,25)
17.0 (1,2)
25.0 (1,7)
33.1 (2,25)
18 x 18 (5.5 x 5.5)
14 x 26 (4.3 x 7.9)
18 x 22 (5.5 x 6.7)
14 x 26 (4.3 x 7.9)
18 x 18 (5.5 x 5.5)
18 x 22 (5.5 x 6.7)
14 x 26 (4.3 x 7.9)
135°F (57°C)
135°F (57°C)
135°F (57°C)
135°F (57°C)
155°F (68°C)
155°F (68°C)
155°F (68°C)
4 - 12 (102 -305)
4 - 6 (102 - 153)
4 - 12 (102 - 305)
6 - 12 (153 - 305)
4 -12 (102 - 305)
4 - 12 (102 - 305)
6 - 12 (153 - 305)

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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 100 years.
Installation
Quick response sprinklers are intended for installation as
specied in NFPA 13. Quick response sprinklers and standard
response sprinklers should not be intermixed.
The Model F1FR-300 QREC and QREC-9 Recessed Sprin-
klers are to be installed as illustrated. The Model F1 or F2 es-
cutcheons illustrated are the only recessed escutcheons to be
used with the these sprinklers. The use of any other recessed
escutcheon will void all approvals and negate all warranties.
When installing Model F1FR-300 QREC Pendent and QREC-
9 Horizontal Sidewall Sprinklers, use the Model W2 Sprinkler
Wrench. When installing F1FR-300 QREC Recessed Pendent
and F1FR-300 QREC-9 Recessed Horizontal Sidewall Sprin-
kler, use the Model W4 Sprinkler Wrench. Any other type of
wrench may damage these sprinklers.
Glass bulb sprinklers have orange bulb protectors to mini-
mize bulb damage during shipping, handling and installation.
REMOVE THIS PROTECTION AT THE TIME THE SPRINKLER
SYSTEM IS PLACED IN SERVICE FOR FIRE PROTECTION.
Removal of the protectors before this time may leave the bulb
vulnerable to damage. RASCO wrenches are designed to in-
stall sprinklers when covers are in place. REMOVE PROTEC-
TORS BY UNDOING THE CLASP BY HAND. DO NOT USE
TOOLS TO REMOVE THE PROTECTORS.
Maintenance
Model F1FR-300 Extended Coverage Sprinklers should be
inspected and the sprinkler system maintained in accordance
with NFPA 25. Do not clean sprinklers with soap and water,
ammonia or any other cleaning fluids. Remove dust by using a
soft brush or gentle vacuuming. Remove any sprinkler that has
been painted (other than factory applied) or damaged in any
way. A stock of spare sprinklers should be maintained to al-
low quick replacement of damage 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
Classication
Sprinkler
Temperature
Maximum Ambient
Temp. Bulb
Color
°F °C °F °C
Ordinary
Ordinary
Intermediate
135
155
175
57
68
79
100
100
150
38
38
66
Orange
Red
Yellow
Finishes(1)
Standard Finishes
Sprinkler Escutcheon
Bronze
Chrome
White Polyester Coated
Brass
Chrome
White Painted
Special Application Finishes
Sprinkler Escutcheon
Bright Brass
Black Plated
Black Paint
Off White
Satin Chrome
Bright Brass
Black Plated
Black Paint
Off White
Satin Chrome
(1) Other colors and nishes are available on special order.
Escutcheon Data
Sprinkler
Type
Escutcheon
Model Approvals Adjustment “A” Dimension
Face of Fitting to Ceiling or
Wall Dimensions
F1FR-300
QREC Pend F1 1, 2 ¾” (19mm) ¾” (19mm)
3/16 to 15/16
(5mm to 24mm)
F1FR-300
QREC-9 HSW F2 1, 2 ¾” (19mm) 1” (35mm)
3/16” to 11/16”
(5mm to 18mm)
Ordering Information
Specify:
1. Sprinkler Model
2. Sprinkler Type
3. Orice Size
4. Deflector Type
5. Temperature Rating
6. Sprinkler Finish
7. Escutcheon Type
8. Escutcheon Finish (where applicable)
Note: When Recessed sprinklers are ordered, the sprinklers
and escutcheons are packaged separately.