Reliable F1FR User manual

The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc., 103 Fairview Park Drive, Elmsford, New York 10523
Model F1FR
Model F1FR Recessed
Quick Response Extended
Coverage Sprinklers
Bulletin 148 Rev. F
Bulletin 148 Rev. F
A complete line of UL Listed and FM Approved
quick response extended coverage sprinklers
for light hazard applications.
Horizontal Sidewall Sprinklers are approved
for installation 4” - 12” (102mm - 305mm)
below the ceiling.
Model F1FR QREC Sprinkler Types
Extended Coverage Pendent
Extended Coverage Horizontal Sidewall
• EC-9 Deflector
Model F1FR QREC Recessed Sprinkler Types
Recessed Extended Coverage Pendent
Recessed Extended Coverage Horizontal
Sidewall:
• EC-9 Deflector
For Model F1FR QREC ½” K 5.6 (80) Sprinkler Types
refer to Bulletin 028 for technical specifications and
approvals.
Approval Organizations
1. Underwriters’ Laboratories, Inc. (UL)
2. Underwriters Laboratories of Canada (ULC)
3. Factory Mutual Approvals (FM)
4. NYC MEA 258-93-E
UL Listing Category
Sprinklers, Automatic & Open
Quick Response Extended Coverage Sprinkler
UL Guide Number
VNIV
Note: Consult appropriate FM Installation Standards
regarding limitations of room size, ceiling height and
minimum wall fire resistance rating.
Product Description
Reliable Models F1FR QREC and F1FR QREC Recessed
Sprinklers are quick response sprinklers which combine the
durability for a standard sprinkler with the attractive low pro-
file of a decorative sprinkler.
The Models F1FR QREC and F1FR QREC Recessed Auto-
matic Sprinklers utilize a 3.0mm frangible glass bulb. These
sprinklers have demonstrated response times in laboratory
tests which are five times faster than standard response
Recessed Extended
Coverage Pendent
Extended Coverage
Pendent
sprinklers. This quick response enables these sprinklers to
apply water to a fire much faster than standard sprinklers of
the same temperature rating.
The glass bulb consists of an accurately controlled amount
of special fluid hermetically sealed inside a precisely manu-
factured glass capsule. This glass bulb is specially con-
structed to provide fast thermal response. The balance of
parts are made of brass, copper and beryllium nickel.
The temperature rating of the sprinkler is identified by the
color of the glass bulb.
Application
Quick response sprinklers are used in fixed fire protec-
tion systems: Wet, Dry, Deluge or Preaction. Care must be
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 Asso-
ciation or the approving authority having jurisdiction. Quick
response sprinklers are intended for installation as specified
in NFPA 13.
Extended Coverage
Horizontal Sidewall EC-9
Recessed Extended
Coverage Horizontal Sidewall
EC-9

2.
Model F1FR Quick Response Extended Coverage Pendent Sprinkler
Deector: EC
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench
Approval Type: Quick Response Extended Coverage-Light Hazard Occupancy
Installation Data:
Nominal
Orice
Thread
Size
“K” Factor Sprinkler
Length
Temperature
Rating
Approval
Organizations
Sprinkler
Identication
Number (SIN)
US Metric
17/32”
(20mm)
¾” NPT
(R¾) 8.0 115 2.2” (56.1mm)
135°F (57°C)
155°F (68°C) 1,2,3,4 R4842
Model F1FR Recessed Quick Response Extended Coverage Pendent Sprinkler
Deector: EC
Installation Wrench: Model GFR2 Sprinkler Wrench
Approval Type: Quick Response Extended Coverage-Light Hazard Occupancy
Installation Data:
Nominal
Orice
Thread
Size
“K” Factor Sprinkler
Length
Temperature
Rating
Approval(1)
Organizations
Sprinkler
Identication
Number (SIN)
US Metric
17/32”
(20mm)
¾” NPT
(R¾) 8.0 115 2.2” (56.1mm)
135°F (57°C)
155°F (68°C) 1, 2, 3, 4 R4842
(1) Refer to escutcheon data table for dimensions.
COVERAGE AREA
Flow Rate
gpm (L/min)
Pressure, psi (bar) Maximum
Coverage Area
Width x Length
ft. x ft. (m x m)
K = 8.0 (115)
26 (98.4) 10.6 (0,7) 16 x 16 (4.9 x 4.9)
33 (125.0) 17.0 (1,2) 18 x 18 (5.5 x 5.5)
40 (151.4) 25.0 (1,7) 20 x 20 (6.0 x 6.0) (2)
(2) UL/ULC Listed for both Pendent and Recessed Pendent at
135°F (57°C) only.

3.
Model F1FR Quick Response Extended Coverage Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler
Deector: EC-9
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench
Approval Type: Quick Response Extended Coverage-Light Hazard Occupancy
Installation Data: See Table 1 below for Coverage Area
Nominal
Orice
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 2.85 (72.4mm) 1,2,3,4
135°F (57°C)
155°F (68°C)
175°F (78°C)
R4862
Model F1FR Recessed Quick Response Extended Coverage Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler
Deector: EC-9
Installation Wrench: Model GFR2 Sprinkler Wrench
Approval Type: Quick Response Extended Coverage-Light Hazard Occupancy
Table 1
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)
Approval(2)
Organizations
Deector to Ceiling
Dimension
Min. - Max.
Inches (mm)
UL FM UL FM F1 F2
26 (98.4)
29 (109.8)
29 (109.8)
32 (121.1)
36 (136.3)
39 (147.6)
-
32 (121.1)
36 (136.3)
40 (151.4)
44 (166.6)
48 (181.7)
10.6 (0,7)
13.1 (0,9)
13.1 (0,9)
16.0 (1,1)
20.2 (1,4)
23.8 (1,6)
-
16.0 (1,1)
20.2 (1,4)
25.0 (1,7)
30.2 (2,1)
36.0 (2,5)
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)
1, 2, 4 1, 2, 3, 4
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)
1, 2 1, 2
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)
(1) FM Approval of recessed sprinkler - 135°F (57°C) and 155°F (68°C) only.
(2) Refer to escutcheon data table for dimensions.

Installation
Quick response sprinkler are intended for installation as
specified in NFPA 13. Quick response sprinklers and stan-
dard response sprinklers should not be intermixed.
The Model F1FR Recessed QREC Sprinklers are to be in-
stalled as shown. The Model F1 or F2 Escutcheons illustrat-
ed are the only recessed escutcheons to be used with the
Model F1FR Sprinklers. The use of any other recessed es-
cutcheon will void all approvals and negate all warranties.
When installing Model F1FR QREC Sprinklers, use the
Model D Sprinkler Wrench. When installing Model F1FR
QREC Recessed Pendent or Sidewall Sprinklers, use the
Model GFR1 Sprinkler Wrench. Any other type of wrench
may damage these sprinklers.
Glass bulb sprinklers have orange bulb protectors to
minimize bulb damage during shipping, handling and in-
stallation. 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 wrench-
es are designed to install sprinklers when covers are in
place. REMOVE PROTECTORS BY UNDOING THE CLASP
BY HAND. DO NOT USE TOOLS TO REMOVE THE PRO-
TECTORS.
Maintenance
The Models F1FR QREC and F1FR QREC Recessed Sprin-
klers should be inspected and the sprinkler system main-
tained 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 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
Classication
Sprinkler
Rating
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
Sprinkler Types
Extended Coverage Pendent
Extended Coverage Sidewall
• EC-9 HSW Deflector
Recessed Extended Coverage Pendent
Recessed Extended Coverage Sidewall
• EC-9 HSW Deflector
Finishes(1)
Standard Finishes(1)
Sprinkler Escutcheon
Bronze
Chrome
White & Black Polyester(3)
Brass
Chrome
White
Special Application Finishes
Sprinkler(2) Escutcheon
Electroless Nickel
PTFE(Teflon®)*(3)
Bright Brass
Black Plating
Black Paint
Off White Satin
Chrome
Electroless Nickel
PTFE (Teflon®)*
Bright Brass
Black Plating
Black Paint
Off White
Chrome Dull
(1) Other colors and finishes are available on special order. Consult
factory for details.
(2) FM Approval limited to bronze, bright and satin chrome plated,
and polyester coated only.
(3) cULus Listed Corrosion Resistant Sprinkler
Escutcheon Data
Escutcheon
Model Adjustment “A” Dimension
Face of Fitting
to Ceiling or
Wall Dimension
F1 3/4” (19mm) 3/4” (19mm)(1)
13/8” (35mm)(2)
3/16” (5mm) -
15/16” (24mm)
F2 1/2” (13mm) 1” (25mm)(1)
19/16” (40mm)(2)
3/16” (5mm) -
11/16” (18mm)
(1) EC Pendent
(2) EC HSW
Ordering Information
Specify:
1. Sprinkler Model
2. Sprinkler Type
3. Orifice Size
4. Deflector Type
5. Temperature Rating
6. Sprinkler Finish
7. Escutcheon Type
8. Escutcheon Finish (where applicable)
Note: When Model F1FR Recessed sprinklers are or-
dered, the sprinklers and escutcheons are pack-
aged separately.
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