Reliable G5-56 Manual

The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc., 103 Fairview Park Drive, Elmsford, New York 10523
Bulletin 034 Rev. B
Bulletin 034 Rev. B
Model G5-56, 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
¾” (19mm) assembly adjustment.
2. Smooth aesthetic ceiling profile.
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
• G5-56 - Light Hazard and Ordinary Hazard
Occupancies
• G5-42 - Light Hazard Occupancies
• G5-28 - Light Hazard Occupancies
2. Factory Mutual Research Corp. (FM) -
Standard Response (See Page 3)
• See the most recent FM Global Property
Loss Prevention Data Sheets for installation
and use guidelines.
3. Loss Prevention Council (LPCB, UK) -
Standard Response
• G5-56 - Light Hazard and Ordinary Hazard
Occupancies
4. VdS Schadenverhütung GmbH -
Standard Response
5. EC-Certificate of Conformity 0832-CPD-2062
U.S. Patent number 6,554,077.
Application
The Reliable Model G5-56, G5-42 and G5-28 are the most
versatile quick response concealed sprinklers available. It
provides the best form of fire protection while offering an at-
tractive appearance and 3/4” (19mm) of cover adjustment for
ease of installation. The small diameter cover plate assem-
bly is easily attached and blends into the ceiling, concealing
the most dependable fire protection available, an automatic
sprinkler system.
The Model G5-56, G5-42 and G5-28 are designed for use
where aesthetic appearance is important. Offices, hospitals,
motels and restaurants are but a few of the applications where
it can be used.
The Model G5-56, G5-42 and G5-28 are UL Listed Quick
Response Concealed sprinklers intended for use in accor-
dance with NFPA 13. FM Approves the G5-56 and the G5-28
sprinkler as a standard response concealed sprinkler intended
for use in accordance with FM Loss Prevention Data Sheet 2.0.
Product Description
The Reliable Model G5-56, G5-42 and G5-28 uses a proven
quick response fusible element in a standard style sprinkler
frame with a drop-down deflector. This assembly is recessed
into the ceiling and concealed by a flat cover plate assem-
bly. The threaded engagement provides ¾” (19mm) of cover
adjustment. The flat cover plate is attached to the skirt using
either 135°F (57°C) or 165°F (74°C) ordinary temperature clas-
sification solder.
When the ceiling temperature rises, the solder holding the
flat cover plate melts, the flat cover plate released thus expos-
ing the sprinkler inside to the rising ambient temperature.
The subsequent fusing of the element opens the waterway
and causes the deflector to distribute the water. Any secure
engagement between the cover plate and cup will assure that
the drop-down deflector is properly located below the ceiling.
Plain Cover Plate
Perforated Cover Plate

Installation
Do not install the G5-56, G5-42 and G5-28 in ceilings which
have positive pressure in the space above.
• Cut a 25 /
8” inch (67mm) diameter hole is cut in the ceiling, the
sprinkler is easily installed with the Model FC Wrench. The
wrench has a socket drive which is inserted into the body of
the sprinkler. When installing a sprinkler the wrench is first
positioned into the sprinkler/cup assembly until the wrench
socket engages the body of the sprinkler. The sprinkler is
then tightened into the pipe fitting. When inserting or remov-
ing the wrench from the sprinkler/cup assembly, care should
be taken to prevent damage to the sprinkler. DO NOT
WRENCH ON ANY OTHER PART OF THE SPRINKLER/
CUP ASSEMBLY. Install the cover plate by hand turning the
cover in the clockwise direction until it is tight against the ceil-
ing.
A protective cap is provided to protect the drop-down sprinkler
deflector from damage which could occur during construction
before the cover plate is installed. The cap is factory installed
inside the sprinkler cup. Remove cap to install sprinkler, then re-
install cap until the cover plate is installed.
Maintenance
The Model G5-56, G5-42 and G5-28 should be inspected
quarterly and the sprinkler system maintained in accordance
with NFPA 25. Do not clean sprinklers with soap and water, am-
monia or any other cleaning fluids. Remove any sprinkler that
has been painted (other than factory applied) or damaged in
any way. Concealed sprinklers cover plates can not be painted
in the field, after installation or have any other coating applied
other than the factory finish. A stock of spare sprinklers should
be maintained to allow quick replacement of damaged or oper-
ated sprinklers. Prior to installation, sprinklers should be main-
tained in the original cartons and packaging to minimize the
potential for damage to sprinklers that would cause improper
operation or non-operation.
UL Listing Category
Sprinklers, Automatic and
Open
Quick Response Sprinkler
UL Guide Number
VNIV
Maximum Working Pressure
175 psi (12 bar)
100% Factory tested Hydrostatically to 500 psi (34.5 bar)
Temperature Rating
Classification Sprinkler Cover
Plate
Max. Ambient
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
Model FC Sprinkler Wrench
Ordering Information
1. Sprinkler Model
2. Nominal Orifice
3. Flat Cover Plate
Plain or Perforated
4. Flat Cover Plate
Assembly Finish
5. Inlet Type
Cover Plate Finishes(1)
Standard Finishes
Chrome
White Paint
Special Application
Finishes(2)
Bright Brass
Finished Bronze
Black Plating
Black Paint
Off White
Satin Chrome
(1) Other finishes and colors are
available on special order.
Consult factory for details.
Coverplate custom paint is
semi-gloss, unless specified
otherwise.
(2) For the perforated style cover-
plate, consult factory for avail-
ability on these and other cus-
tom finishes.
2.

Technical Data
Sprinkler
Model Sprinkler Inlet Total Adjustment
Nominal
Orifice
Nominal
K Factor Thread Approvals Sprinkler
Identification (SIN)
US Metric
G5-56 Non Adjustable ¾” (19mm) ½” (15mm) 5.6 80 ½” NPT (R½) 1,2,3,4,5 RA3415
G5-42 Non Adjustable ¾” (19mm) 7
/
16” (10mm) 4.2 60 ½” NPT (R½) 1 RA3413
G5-28 Non Adjustable ¾” (19mm) 3 /
8” (10mm) 2.8 40 ½” NPT (R½) 1,2 RA3411
For VdS Approval, temperature rating sprinkler 165°F/74°c and cover plate 135°F/57°C only!
Notice
FOR USE AS A REPLACEMENT OF MODEL G4A SPRINKLERS
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.

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