Reliable Sidewall Concealer SWC User manual

The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc., 103 Fairview Park Drive, Elmsford, New York 10523
Model SWC
Concealed Quick Response
Extended Coverage
Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler
Bulletin 163 May 2021
Bulletin 163 May 2021
The Sidewall Concealer®
Coverage to 14 ft. x 26 ft.
(4.3m x 7.9m). 300 psi (20,7 bar) Rated.
Features:
1. Tamper resistant cover plate can prevent
the sprinkler from being used for unintended
purposes. No exposed thermal element.
2. 8.0 K Factor.
3. Sprinkler is approved for both
175 psi (12,0 bar) and
300 psi (20,7 bar) applications.
4. Quick response, extended coverage performance.
5. Push-on/thread-off, sturdy convenient cover plate.
6. Factory assembled sprinkler and cup, shipped
complete with protective cap.
7. Sprinkler assembly and cover plate separately packaged.
8. ½” (13mm) adjustment .
9. Utilizes the Model F1FR-300 QREC-9
Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler.
10. Cover plate available in standard white paint, special
bronze, black paint or flat white finishes.
Approval Organizations
1. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. and UL
certified for Canada (cULus).
2. NYC MEA 258-93-E
Patents: U.S. Patent No. 6,374,919
Product Description
The Reliable Model SWC Concealed Quick Response Extended
Coverage Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler is an attractive, concealed
sprinkler assembly that utilizes a push-on/thread-off cover plate
assembly. The assembly is shipped with a protective cap.
The Model CCP/HSW cover plate is attached to the skirt using
135°F (57°C) ordinary temperature classication solder. The
sprinkler and cup are easily installed into the sprinkler tting using the
Model GFR1 Sprinkler Wrench.
When the ambient temperature rises, the solder holding the cover
plate melts, allowing the release of this part and thus exposing the
sprinkler inside to the rising ambient temperature.
The Model SWC utilizes a 3.0mm frangible glass bulb. This quick
response enables the sprinkler to apply water to a re sooner than
standard sprinklers of the same temperature rating.
This sprinkler can handle a maximum service pressure of 300 psi
(20,7 bar).
Application and Installation
The Model SWC sprinkler is intended for installation in light
hazard occupancies in accordance with NFPA 13. This sprinkler is
especially well-suited for use in student dormitories, hotels, hospitals
and care facilities, and can be used where the pressure entering the
sprinkler system is in excess of 175 psi (12 bar).
Model SWC Concealed Horizontal Sidewall sprinklers utilize
a Model F1FR-300 QREC-9 Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler with
a threaded cup which is factory attached to the sprinkler. The
assembly is completed by the installation of the attractive, 135°F
(57°C) rated Model CCP/HSW push on / thread off cover plate
assembly.
Apply a PTFE - based thread sealant to the sprinkler threads.
After a 25/8” (67mm) diameter hole is cut in the wall, the sprinkler
is easily installed with the Model GFR1 Wrench. When installing
the sprinkler, the protective cap is removed and the wrench is
positioned into the sprinkler/cup assembly until the two wrench
faces engage the wrenching flats on the sprinkler. The sprinkler
is then tightened into the pipe tting. When inserting or removing
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. The cover plate assembly
is then pushed onto the cup. Cover plate assemblies provide ½”
(13mm) of cover adjustment. Final adjustment is made by turning
the cover plate clockwise until the skirt flange makes full contact
with the wall surface. Cover plate removal requires turning in the
counter clockwise direction.
Concealed cover plate/cup assemblies are listed only for use
with specic sprinklers. The use of any other concealed cover
plate/cup assembly with the Model F1FR-300 QREC-9 Horizontal
Sidewall Sprinkler or the use of the Model CCP/HSW concealed
cover plate assembly on any sprinkler with which it is not
specically listed will void all guarantees, warranties, listings and
approvals.

2.
Technical Data:
Orice
Size
“K” Factor
Thread
Size
Maximum
Ambient
Temperature
Sprinkler
Identication
Number
(SIN)
Approvals
US Metric
17/32”
(20mm) 8.0 115.3 ¾” (¾) 100°F (38°C) R5962 1, 2
Coverage Area
Flow Rate Pressure
Max. Coverage
Area
Width x Length
Temperature
Rating
Deflector to Ceiling
Dimension
gpm L/min psi bar ft. x ft. m x m Sprinkler Cover inches mm
29
29
29
109.8
109.8
109.8
13.1
13.1
13.1
0,9
0,9
0,9
16 x 14
16 x 16
16 x 18
4.9 x 4.3
4.9 x 4.9
4.9 x 5.5
135°F (57°C)/ 155°F (68°C)
135°F (57°C)/ 155°F (68°C)
135°F (57°C)/ 155°F (68°C)
135°F (57°C)
135°F (57°C)
135°F (57°C)
4 - 12
4 - 12
4 - 12
102 - 305
102 - 305
102 - 305
37
37
140.1
140.1
21.4
21.4
1,5
1,5
16 x 20
16 x 22
4.9 x 6.0
4.9 x 6.7
135°F (57°C)
135°F (57°C)
135°F (57°C)
135°F (57°C)
4 - 12
4 - 12
102 - 305 102
- 305
39
46
33
147.6
174.1
124.9
23.8
33.1
17.0
1,6
2,25
1,2
14 x 26
14 x 26
18 x 18
4.3 x 7.9
4.3 x 7.9
5.5 x 5.5
135°F (57°C)
135°F (57°C)
135°F (57°C)
135°F (57°C)
135°F (57°C)
135°F (57°C)
4 - 6
6 - 12
4 - 12
102 - 153
153 - 305 102
- 305
40
46
33
151.4
174.1
124.9
25.0
33.1
17.0
1,7
2,25
1,2
18 x 22
14 x 26
18 x 18
5.5 x 6.7
4.3 x 7.9
5.5 x 5.5
155°F (68°C)
155°F (68°C)
155°F (68°C)
135°F (57°C)
135°F (57°C)
135°F (57°C)
4 - 12
6 - 12
4 - 12
102 - 305
153 - 305 102
-305
Minimum spacing between sprinklers - 8 feet (2.4m).
Approval Type
Quick Response Extended Coverage - Light Hazard
Note: Do NOT install the Model SWC Sprinkler in locations where there is positive pressure in the cavity behind the sprinkler.

Maintenance
Model SWC Concealed Sprinklers should be inspected
quarterly and the sprinkler 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 cover
plate assembly, 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 their original cartons and packaging until
used to minimize the potential for damage to sprinklers that
would cause improper operation or non-operation.
Model SWC Concealed Quick Response
Extended Coverage Horizontal
Sidewall Sprinkler Specication
Sprinklers shall be a [quick response – cULus Listed]
[quick response - New York City MEA Approved (258-93-E)]
extended coverage concealed horizontal sprinkler with EC-9
deflector and adjustable cover plate for light hazard, interior,
non-corrosive applications. Sprinklers to be of bronze frame
construction with brass cover plate and copper alloy retainer
flange assembly. Water seal assembly shall consist of a PTFE
coated Belleville spring washer and machined brass cup
with 3 mm glass bulb containing no plastic parts. Method of
attaching the cover plate to the sprinkler cup shall be a push-
on and thread-off design allowing a ½” cover plate adjustment.
Sprinklers shall have a nominal K-factor of 8.0 (115.3), and
¾” NPT thread. Sprinkler temperature rating shall be 135°F
(57°C) with a cover plate temperature rating of 135°F (57°C).
Sprinklers shall be capable of a maximum coverage area of
16 ft. x 22 ft. (4.9 m x 6.7 m), with a minimum lateral spacing
of 8 ft. (2.4 m). Rated working pressure shall be 300 psi (20,7
bar). A plastic protective cap shall be provided and factory
installed inside the sprinkler cup to protect the sprinkler from
damage, which could occur during construction before the
cover plate is installed. Standard cover plate nish: [White]
[Custom Color– specify]. Concealed horizontal sidewall
sprinklers shall be Reliable Model SWC, SIN R5962 (Bulletin
163).
UL Listing Category
Sprinklers, Automatic and Open
Quick Response Extended coverage Sprinklers
Ordering Information
Specify:
1. Model SWC Sidewall Concealer®
2. Cover Plate Finish.
Installation Wrench
Model GFR1 Sprinkler Wrench
Installation Aid
A protective plastic cap is included for use during installa-
tion.
Cover Plate Finishes(1)
Standard Finishes
White Paint
Special Application Finishes
Bronze
Black Paint
Flat White Paint
(1) Other colors and nishes are available. Consult factory for details.
Note: Paint or any other coatings applied over the factory
nish will void all approvals and warranties.
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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.
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