Reliable F1FR56 User manual

The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc., 103 Fairview Park Drive, Elmsford, New York 10523
Model F1FR Series
Quick Response
Standard Spray
Bulletin 014 Rev. L
Bulletin 014 Rev. L
Model F1FR56 Sprinkler Types
Standard Upright
Standard Pendent
Conventional
Vertical Sidewall
Horizontal Sidewall
Model F1FR56 Recessed Sprinkler Types
Standard Pendent/F1/F2/FP
Horizontal Sidewall
Model F1FR56 Concealed Sprinkler Types
Standard Pendent
Model F1FR42, F1FRXLH & F1FR28 Sprinkler
Types
Standard Upright
Standard Pendent
Model F1FR42, F1FRXLH & F1FR28 Recessed
Sprinkler Types
Standard Pendent
Model F1FR56LL & F1FR42LL Low Lead Sprinkler
Types*
Standard Pendent
Less than 0.25% Lead Content
Listing & Approvals
1. Underwriters Laboratories Inc. and Certified for
Canada (cULus).
2. Factory Mutual Approvals (FM)
3. Loss Prevention Council (LPCB, UK)
4. VdS Schadenverhütung GmbH
5. *NSF Certified to NSF/ANSi Standard 61 Annex G
6. EC Certificate: 0786-CPD-40239 (RA1414), 0786-
CPD-40251 (RA1425), 0786-CPD-40252 (RA1475)
UL Listing Category
Sprinklers, Automatic & Open (VNIV)
Quick Response Sprinkler
Product Description
Reliable Models F1FR56, F1FR56LL, F1FR42, F1FR42LL,
F1FRXLH & F1FR28 Series Sprinklers are quick response
sprinklers which combine the durability of a standard sprin-
kler with the attractive low profile of a decorative sprinkler.
The Models F1FR56, F1FR56LL, F1FR42, F1FR42LL,
F1FRXLH & F1FR28 Series Recessed automatic sprinklers
utilize a 3.0 mm frangible glass bulb. These sprinklers have
demonstrated response times in laboratory tests which are
five to ten times faster than standard response sprinklers.
This quick response enables the Model F1FR56, F1FR56LL,
Pendent Conventional
Recessed
Pendent/F1/F2
Upright
Vertical Sidewall Horizontal Sidewall
Recessed
Horizontal Sidewall
Recessed
Pendent/FP
Concealed
Pendent
XLH Upright XLH Pendent XLH Recessed
Pendent F1/F2
XLH Recessed
Pendent FP
F1FR42, F1FR42LL, F1FRXLH &
F1FR28 Series sprinklers to apply wa-
ter to a fire much faster than standard
sprinklers of the same temperature rat-
ing.
The glass bulb consists of an accu-
rately controlled amount of special fluid
hermetically sealed inside a precisely
manufactured glass capsule. This glass bulb is specially
constructed to provide fast thermal response.
At normal temperatures, the glass bulb contains the fluid
in both the liquid and vapor phases. 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 liq-
uid 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 distrib-
ute the discharging water.

2.
Technical data:
Models Discharge Coefficient Response Thread
Size
Max.
Working
Pressure
Min.
Working
Pressure
Temperature
Rating Finish
F1FR56
**F1FR56LL(1) K 5.6
Quick
Response
1/2” NPT
(R1/2) 175 PSI 7 PSI
See
“Temperature
Ratings” Table.
See
“Finish Table”
F1FR42
**F1FR42LL(1)
F1FRXLH
K 4.2
F1FR28 K 2.8
(1) Low Lead Sprinklers available only with Temperature Rating 200°F/93°C
Material Data:
Frame Deflector Load Screw *Pintle Cup Washer Bulb
DZR Brass
QM Brass
**Low Lead Brass
CDA Alloy 260,
CDA Alloy 220
or
CDA Alloy510
CDA Alloy 360
or
CDA Alloy 544
CDA Alloy 360
or
CDA Alloy 544
CDA Alloy 651
or
CDA Alloy 693
Nickel Alloy 440 or Alloy 360
coated with PTFE Adhesive
Tape
Glass
Application
Quick response sprinklers are used in fixed fire protection 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 Association or the approving Authority Having Jurisdiction. Quick
response sprinklers are intended for installation as specified in NFPA 13. Quick response sprinklers and standard re-
sponse sprinklers should not be intermixed.
Model F1FR42, F1FRXLH Upright

Pendent Conventional
Upright
Model F1FR56, Upright, Pendent & Conventional Sprinklers
Model F1FR42, F1FRXLH & F1FR28 Upright & Pendent Sprinklers
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench
Installation Data:
Nominal
Orifice
Thread Nominal K Factor Sprinkler Approval Sprinkler Identification Number
(SIN)
Size US Metric Height Organization Upright Pendent
Standard-Upright (SSU) and Pendent Deflectors Marked to Indicate Position
1/2” (15mm) (1) 1/2” NPT (R1/2) 5.6 80 2.25” (57mm) 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 RA1425(1)(2)(3)(4) RA1414(1)(2)(3)(4)
7/16” (10mm) 1/2” NPT (R1/2) 4.2 60 2.25” (57mm) 1 RA1423(1)(4) RA1413(4)
3/8” (10mm) 1/2” NPT (R1/2) 2.8 40 2.25” (57mm) 1 RA1421(1)(4) RA1411(4)
Conventional-Install in Upright or Pendent Position
15mm (1) 1/2” NPT (R1/2) 5.6 80 57mm 3, 4, 6 RA1475(3)
(1) cULus listed corrosion resistant (Polyester coated) sprinkler.
(2) Polyester coated FM approved sprinkler.
(3) Polyester coated LPCB & VdS approved sprinkler RA1425, RA1414 & RA1475.
(4) Electroless Nickel PTFE (Teflon®)* Plated - cULus listed Corrosion Resistant
3.
Model F1FR56LL & F1FR42LL Pendent Sprinklers
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench
Installation Data:
Nominal
Orifice
Thread Nominal K Factor Sprinkler Approval Sprinkler Identification Number
(SIN)
Size US Metric Height Organization Pendent
Standard-Pendent Deflectors Marked to Indicate Position
1/2” (15mm) (1) 1/2” NPT (R1/2) 5.6 80 2.25” (57mm) 1, 5 RA1415
7/16” (11mm) 1/2” NPT (R1/2) 4.2 60 2.25” (57mm) 1, 5 RA1410
(1) cULus listed corrosion resistant (Polyester coated) sprinkler.
*DuPont Registered Trademark

Model F1FR56 Quick Response Vertical Sidewall Sprinkler
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench
Installation Position: Upright or Pendent
Approval Type: Light Hazard Occupancy
Installation Data:
Nominal
Orifice Thread Size
Nominal K Factor Sprinkler
Height
Approval
Organizations
Sprinkler
Identification
Numbers (SIN)
US Metric
½” (15mm) ½” NPT (R1/2) 5.6 80 2.25” (57mm) 1, 2, 3 RA1485(2)(3)
15mm ½” NPT (R1/2) 5.6 80 2.25” (57mm) 3(1)
(1) LPC Approval is for pendent position only.
(2) cULus Listed corrosion resistant (Polyester coated) sprinkler.
(3) Electroless Nickel PTFE (Teflon®)* Plated - cULus listed Corrosion Resistant
Sprinkler Type Deflector to Ceiling Distance
(Min. - Max.)
Upright 4” (102mm) - 12” (305mm)
Pendent 4” (102mm) - 12” (305mm)
Vertical Sidewall
Model F1FR56, F1FR56LL, F1FR42, F1FR42LL, F1FRXLH &
F1FR28 F1 or F2
Model F1FR56, F1FR56LL, F1FR42, F1FR42LL, F1FRXLH &
F1FR28 FP
Model F1FR56, F1FR42, F1FRXLH & F1FR28 Quick Response Recessed Pendent Sprinkler(1)
Installation Wrench: Model GFR2 Sprinkler Wrench
Installation Data:
Nominal
Orifice
Thread
Size
K Factor Sprinkler
Height
Sprinkler Identification Number
(SIN)
US Metric
1/2” (15mm) 1/2” NPT(R½) 5.6 80 2.25” (57mm) RA1414
7/16” (10mm) 1/2” NPT (R1/2) 4.2 60 2.25” (57mm) RA1413
3/8” (10mm) 1/2” NPT (R1/2) 2.8 40 2.25” (57mm) RA1411
(1) Refer to escutcheon data table for approvals & dimensions
Model F1FR56LL & F1FR42LL Quick Response Recessed Pendent Sprinkler(1)
Installation Wrench: Model GFR2 Sprinkler Wrench
Installation Data:
Nominal
Orifice
Thread
Size
K Factor Sprinkler
Height
Sprinkler Identification Number
(SIN)
US Metric
1/2” (15mm) 1/2” NPT(R½) 5.6 80 2.25” (57mm) RA1415
7/16” (10mm) 1/2” NPT (R1/2) 4.2 60 2.25” (57mm) RA1410
(1) Refer to escutcheon data table for approvals & dimensions
4.
*DuPont Registered Trademark

5.
Model F1FR56 Quick Response Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler
Deflector: HSW
Installation Wrench: Model D Sprinkler Wrench
Installation Data: Horizontal Sidewall
Nominal Orifice Thread Size
Nominal K Factor Sprinkler
Height
Approval Organizations
and Type of Approval Sprinkler
Identification
Numbers (SIN)
US Metric Light Hazard Ordinary
Hazard
½” (15mm) ½” NPT (R1/2) 5.6 80 2.63” (67mm) 1, 2 1 RA1435(1)(2)(3)
(1) cULus Listed corrosion resistant (Polyester coated) sprinkler.
(2) Polyester coated FM approved sprinkler.
(3) Electroless Nickel PTFE (Teflon®)* Plated - cULus listed Corrosion Resistant
Horizontal Sidewall
Note: For Recessed HSW Sprinklers use installation wrench GFR2.
cULus permits use with F1, F2 or FP escutcheons for “Light Hazard”
only. While FM limits use for the same hazard with the F2 escutcheon
only.
Model F1FR56 Quick Response Concealed Pendent Sprinklers
Installation Wrench: Model RC1 Sprinkler Wrench
Technical Data:
Nominal
Orifice
“K” Factor Thread
Size Model
Temp. Rating Max.
Ambient
Temp
Bulb
Color Approvals
Sprinkler
Identification
Number(SIN)
US Metric Sprinkler Cover
½” (15mm) 5.6 80 ½” NPT F1FR 135°F/57°C 135°F/57°C 100°F/38°C Orange 1 RA1414
½” (15mm) 5.6 80 ½” NPT F1FR 155°F/68°C 135°F/57°C 100°F/38°C Red 1, 4(1), 6 RA1414
½” (15mm) 5.6 80 ½” NPT F1FR 175°F/79°C 165°F/74°C 100°F/38°C Yellow 1 RA1414
½” (15mm) 5.6 80 ½” NPT F1FR 200°F/93°C 165°F/74°C 150°F/65°C Green 1 RA1414
(1) For VdS only = 155°F/68°C Norbulb and 1/2” [12,7mm] adjustment.
Model F1FR56LL Quick Response Concealed Pendent Sprinklers
Installation Wrench: Model RC1 Sprinkler Wrench
Technical Data:
Nominal
Orifice
“K” Factor Thread
Size Model
Temp. Rating Max.
Ambient
Temp
Bulb
Color Approvals
Sprinkler
Identification
Number(SIN)
US Metric Sprinkler Cover
½” (15mm) 5.6 80 ½” NPT F1FR56LL 200°F/93°C 165°F/74°C 150°F/65°C Green 1, 5 RA1414
*DuPont Registered Trademark

Installation Aid
A protective cap is included for use during installation.
Important: The F1FR56 Sprinkler with Model CCP cover
plate is not an FM Approved combination.
Installation
Quick response sprinklers are intended for installation as
specified in NFPA 13. Quick response sprinklers and stan-
dard response sprinklers should not be intermixed.
The Model F1FR56, F1FR56LL, F1FR42, F1FR42LL,
F1FRXLH & F1FR28 Recessed Quick Response Sprin-
klers are to be installed as shown. The Model F1 or F2 Es-
cutcheons illustrated are the only recessed escutcheons
to be used with the Model F1FR56, F1FR56LL, F1FR42,
F1FR42LL, F1FRXLH & F1FR28 Sprinklers. The use of any
other recessed escutcheon will void all approvals and ne-
gate all warranties.
When installing Model F1FR56, F1FR56LL, F1FR42,
F1FR42LL, F1FRXLH & F1FR28 Sprinklers, use the Model
D Sprinkler Wrench. Use the Model GFR2 Wrench for install-
ing F1FR56, F1FR56LL, F1FR42, F1FR42LL, F1FRXLH &
F1FR28 Recessed Pendent Sprinklers. Any other type of
wrench may damage these sprinklers.
NOTE: A leak tight ½” NPT (R1/2) sprinkler joint can be
obtained with a torque of 8-18 ft-lbs (10,8 - 24,4 N-m). Do
not tighten sprinklers over maximum recommended torque.
It may cause leakage or impairment of the sprinklers.
The Models F1FR56/CCP & F1FR56LL/CCP Concealed
Sprinkler use the ½” orifice, ½” NPT (R1/2), Model F1FR56
& F1FR56LL Pendent Sprinkler with a threaded Model CCP
cup which is factory attached to the sprinklers. The Model
F1FR56 Pndent is available in temperature rating of 135°F
(57°C), 155°F (68°C), 175°F (79°C) or 200°F (93°C). The
Model F1FR56LL Pendent is available only in a rating of
200°F (93°C). The concealed sprinkler assemblies are com-
pleted by the installation of the attractive low profile Model
CCP push on cover plate assembly, rated 135°F (57°C) or
165°F (74°C) for the F1FR56 and 165°F (74°C) for the FIFR56
LL. The cover plate and sprinkler cup assemblies are joined
using a cover plate skirt with flexible tabs for threaded en-
gagement. A choice of two cover plate assemblies provide
either 1/2” (13mm) or 5/8” (8mm) of cover adjustment,
Do not install these sprinklers in ceiling which have positive
pressure in the space above.
After a 25/8” (67mm) diameter hole is cut in the ceiling, the
sprinkler is easily installed with the Model RC1 Wrench. A
Teflon* based thread sealant should be applied to the sprin-
kler threads only. The Model RC1 Wrench is then used to
engage the sprinkler wrenching surfaces and to install
the sprinkler in the fitting. When inserting or removing the
wrench from the sprinkler/cup assembly, care should be tak-
en to prevent damage to the sprinkler. DO NOT WRENCH
ON ANY OTHER PART OF THE SPRINKLER. The cover
plate is then pushed onto the cup. Final adjustment is made
by hand turning the cover plate until the skirt flange makes
full contact with the ceiling. Cover plate removal requires
turning in the counter clockwise direction.
After installation, inspect all sprinklers to ensure that there
is a gap between the cover plate and ceiling and that the
four cup slots are open and free from any air flow impedi-
ment to the space above.
Concealed cover plate/cup assemblies are listed only for
use with specific sprinklers. The use of any other concealed
cover plate/cup assembly with the Model F1FR56 Pendent
Sprinkler or the use of the Model CCP Concealed cover
plate assembly on any sprinkler with which it is not specifi-
cally listed my prevent good fire protection and will void all
guarantees, warranties, listings and approvals.
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.
6.
*DuPont Registered Trade Mark
Figure 1 Figure 2

Temperature Ratings
Classification
Sprinkler
Temperature Max. Ambient
Temp. Bulb Color
°C °F
Ordinary
Ordinary
Intermediate
Intermediate
High (1)
57
68
79
93
141
135
155
175
200
286
100°F (38°C)
100°F (38°C)
150°F (66°C)
150°F (66°C)
225°F (107°C)
Orange
Red
Yellow
Green
Blue
(1) Not available for recessed sprinklers.
Escutcheon Data (1)
(1) SIN RA1435 – cULus permits use with F1, F2 or FP escutcheons for “light
hazard” only, while FM limits use for same hazard with F2 escutcheon only.
Maintenance
The Model F1FR56, F1FR56LL, F1FR42, F1FR42LL,
F1FRXLH and Model F1FR56, F1FR56LL, F1FR42,
F1FR42LL, F1FRXLH & F1FR28 Recessed Sprinklers should
be inspected and the sprinkler system maintained in accor-
dance 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 ap-
plied) or damaged in any way. A stock of spare sprinklers
should be maintained to allow quick replacement of dam-
aged or operated sprinklers. Prior to installation, sprinklers
should be maintained in the original cartons and packaging
to minimize the potential for damage to sprinklers that would
cause improper operation or non-operation.
Sprinkler Types
Standard Upright
Standard Pendent
Conventional
Recessed Pendent
Vertical Sidewall
Horizontal Sidewall
Recessed Horizontal sidewall
Concealed pendent
Maximum Working Pressure
175 psi (12 bar)
100% Factory tested hydrostatically to 500 psi (34.5 bar)
Finishes (1)
Standard Finishes
Sprinkler Escutcheon Cover plate(1)
Bronze Brass Chrome
Chrome Plated Chrome White
Polyester Plated
Coated (4)(5)(6) White Painted
Special Application Finishes
Sprinkler Escutcheon Cover plate(1)
Electroless Nickel
PTFE(Teflon®)*(7)
Electroless Nickel
PTFE (Teflon®)* Bright Brass
Bright Brass(3) Bright Brass Black Plating
Black Plated Black Plated Black Paint
Black Paint(2)(6) Black Paint Off White
Off White(2)(6) Off White Satin Chrome
Chrome Dull Chrome Dull
(1) Other finishes and colors are available on special order. Consult the
factory for details. Custom color painted sprinklers may not retain their
UL Corrosion resistance listing. Coverplate custom paint is semi-gloss,
unless specified otherwise.
(2) cULus Listed only.
(3) 200°F (93°C) maximum.
(4) cULus listed “corrosion resistance” applies to SIN Numbers RA1435
(HSW), RA1485(VSW), RA1425 (Upright), RA1414 (Pendent) and
RA1415 (Pendent) in standard black or white. Corrosion resistance in
other polyester colors is available upon request.
(5) FM Approvals finish as “Polyester coated” applies to SIN Number
RA1414, RA1435 and RA1425 in standard black or white.
(6) LPCB and VdS Approved finish applies only to RA1425, RA1414 and RA1475.
(7) cULus listed Corrosion Resistant
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)
9. Cover plate Model
10. Cover plate Thread size
11. Cover plate Temperature
12. Cover plate Adjustment
13. Cover plate Finish
Note: When Model F1FR56 Recessed sprinklers are ordered, the sprinklers
and escutcheons are packaged separately.
7.
*DuPont Registered Trademark

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• Detector check valves
• Check valves
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• Sprinkler wrenches
• Sprinkler escutcheons and guards
• Inspectors test connections
• Sight drains
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• Control valve seals
• Air maintenance devices
• Air compressors
• Pressure gauges
• Identification signs
• Fire department connection
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