Tyco Fire Product Gem F917 User manual

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL SPRINKLERS
MODEL F917
STANDARD RESPONSE, SOLDER TYPE, 8.0 K-FACTOR, 3/4" NPT**
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The 8.0 K-Factor Model F917 Interme-
diate Level Sprinklers (Ref. Figure A)
are automatic sprinklers of the “stand-
ard response” fusible solder type.
They are intended for use in fire sprin-
kler systems designed in accordance
with the standard installation rules rec-
ognized by the applicable Listing or
Approval agency (e.g., UL Listing is
based on NFPA requirements). Both
the Pendent and Upright Sprinklers
produce a hemispherical water distri-
bution pattern below the deflector.
Intermediate Level Sprinklers are pri-
marily designed for use in rack storage
sprinkler systems, where their ther-
mally sensitive elements must be
shielded from the water spray of higher
elevation sprinklers which could oper-
ate earlier during a fire. Intermediate
Level Sprinklers are also used in appli-
cations such as beneath open gridded
catwalks.
APPROVALS AND STANDARDS
Laboratory listings and approvals for
the 8.0 K-Factor Model F917 Interme-
diate Level Sprinklers are given in Ta-
ble A.
WARNING
The 8.0 K-Factor Model F917 Inter-
mediate Level Sprinklers described
herein must be installed and main-
tained in compliance with this docu-
ment,aswellasapplicablestandards
of the National Fire Protection Asso-
ciation, in addition to the standards
of any other authorities having juris-
diction. Failure to do so may impair
the integrity of these devices.
The owner is responsible for main-
taining their fire protection system
and devices in proper operating con-
dition. The installing contractor or
manufacturer should be contacted
relative to any questions.
TECHNICAL DATA
The 8.0 K-Factor Model F917 Interme-
diate Level Sprinklers are rated for use
at a maximum service pressure of 175
psi (12,1 bar) and they are available in
the temperature ratings and finishes
indicated in Table A.
The flow “Q” in GPM (LPM) is deter-
mined by the following formula:
where the nominal discharge coeffi-
cient “K” equals 8.0 (115,2) and “p”
equals the residual flowing pressure in
psi (bar).
The Model F917 Intermediate Level
Sprinklers are obtained by assembling
a 3 inch ( 76,2 mm) O.D. brass Shield
to the 8.0 K-Factor Model F916 Pen-
dent or Upright Sprinklers described in
Technical Data Sheet TD527H. In the
case of the pendent sprinkler, field as-
sembly of the shield is required, and in
the case of the upright sprinkler, the
shield is factory assembled to the
sprinkler.
QKp =
Printed in U.S.A. 3-01 TD503H
FIGURE A
8.0 K-FACTOR MODEL F917 (SIN G3102) PENDENT AND (SIN G3153) UPRIGHT
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL SPRINKLERS
*Temperature rating is indicated on the Deflector.
** Pipe thread connections per ISO 7/1 can be provided on special request.
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INSTALLATION
NOTES
A leak tight 3/4 inch NPT sprinkler
joint should be obtained with a torque
of 10 to 20 ft.lbs. (13,4 to 26,8 Nm). A
maximum of 30 ft. lbs. (40,7 Nm) of
torque is to be used to install sprin-
klers with 3/4 inch NPT connections.
Higher levels of torque may distort the
sprinkler inlet with consequent leak-
age or impairment of the sprinkler.
— Upright Sprinklers—
The Model F917 Intermediate Level
Upright Sprinklers must be installed in
accordance with the following instruc-
tions.
1. With pipe thread sealant applied,
hand tighten the sprinkler into the
sprinkler fitting.
2. Tighten the sprinkler into the sprin-
kler fitting using only the W-Type 9
Sprinkler Wrench (Ref. Figure B).
The wrench is to be applied to the
sprinkler wrenching area shown in
Figure A.
— Pendent Sprinklers—
The Model F917 Intermediate Level
Pendent Sprinklers must be installed
in accordance with the following in-
structions.
1. Roll one of the two required O-Rings
over the sprinkler threads until it
seats against the sprinkler wrench-
ing area flange as shown in Figure
A.
2. Install the Shield over the sprinkler
threads, and then roll the second
O-Ring over the sprinkler threads
until it is seated firmly against the
Shield.
3. With pipe thread sealant applied,
hand tighten the sprinkler into the
sprinkler fitting.
4. Tighten the sprinkler into the sprin-
kler fitting using only the W-Type 9
Sprinkler Wrench (Ref. Figure B).
The wrench is to be applied to the
sprinkler wrenching area shown in
Figure A.
When installed correctly, the O-
Rings will be slightly compressed
and the Shield will be held firmly in
place.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
The Model F917 Intermediate level
Sprinklers must be maintained and
serviced in accordance with the follow-
ing instructions:
NOTE
Before closing a fire protection system
main control valve for maintenance
work on the fire protection system
which it controls, permission to shut
down the affected fire protection sys-
tem must be obtained from the proper
authorities and all personnel who
may be affected by this action must be
notified.
Sprinklers which are found to be leak-
ing or exhibiting visible signs of corro-
sion must be replaced.
Automatic sprinklers must never be
shipped or stored where their tempera-
tures will exceed 100°F/38°C and they
must never be painted, plated, coated,
or otherwise altered after leaving the
factory. Modified or over-heated sprin-
klers must be replaced.
Care must be exercised to avoid dam-
age to the sprinklers - before, during,
and after installation. Sprinklers dam-
aged by dropping, striking, wrench
twist/slippage, or the like, must be re-
placed.
The owner is responsible for the in-
spection, testing, and maintenance of
their fire protection system and de-
vices in compliance with this docu-
ment, as well as with the applicable
standards of the National Fire Protec-
tion Association (e.g., NFPA 25), in
addition to the standards of any other
authorities having jurisdiction. The in-
stalling contractor or sprinkler manu-
facturer should be contacted relative
to any questions.
It is recommended that automatic
TYPE TEMPERATURE
RATING
FRAME
COLOR
CODE
NATURAL
BRASS
135°F/57°C
360°F/182°C
PENDENT
(SIN G3102)
SPRINKLER FINISH
Unpainted
Unpainted
White
Blue
Red
1, 2, 3
165°F/74°C
212°F/100°C
280°F/138°C
NOTES:
1. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
2. Listed by Underwriters’ Laboratories of Canada.
3. Approved by Factory Mutual Research Corporation as Rack Storage Sprinklers.
TABLE A
LABORATORY LISTINGS AND APPROVALS
UPRIGHT
(SIN G3153)
135°F/57°C Unpainted
165°F/74°C Unpainted
212°F/100°C White
280°F/138°C Blue
360°F/182°C Red
1, 2, 3
1, 2
1, 2
1, 2
1, 2
FIGURE B
W-TYPE 9 SPRINKLER WRENCH
WRENCH
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sprinkler systems be inspected,
tested, and maintained by a qualified
Inspection Service.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Products manufactured by Tyco Fire
Products are warranted solely to the
original Buyer for ten (10) years
against defects in material and work-
manship when paid for and properly
installed and maintained under normal
use and service. This warranty will ex-
pire ten (10) years from date of ship-
ment by Tyco Fire Products. No war-
ranty is given for products or
components manufactured by compa-
nies not affiliated by ownership with
Tyco Fire Products or for products and
components which have been subject
to misuse, improper installation, corro-
sion, or which have not been installed,
maintained, modified or repaired in ac-
cordance with applicable Standards of
the National Fire Protection Associa-
tion, and/or the standards of any other
Authorities Having Jurisdiction. Mate-
rials found by Tyco Fire Products to be
defective shall be either repaired or
replaced, at Tyco Fire Products’ sole
option. Tyco Fire Products neither as-
sumes, nor authorizes any person to
assume for it, any other obligation in
connection with the sale of products or
parts of products. Tyco Fire Products
shall not be responsible for sprinkler
system design errors or inaccurate or
incomplete information supplied by
Buyer or Buyer’s representatives.
IN NO EVENT SHALL TYCO FIRE
PRODUCTS BE LIABLE, IN CON-
TRACT, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY
OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL
THEORY, FOR INCIDENTAL, INDI-
RECT, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUEN-
TIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO LABOR CHARGES,
REGARDLESS OF WHETHER TYCO
FIRE PRODUCTS WAS INFORMED
ABOUT THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
DAMAGES, AND IN NO EVENT
SHALL TYCO FIRE PRODUCTS’ LI-
ABILITY EXCEED AN AMOUNT
EQUAL TO THE SALES PRICE.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS
MADE IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRAN-
TIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PUR-
POSE.
ORDERING PROCEDURE
A Product Symbol Number (PSN) is
not specified when ordering sprinklers
with thread connections per ISO 7/1.
Contact your local distributor for avail-
ability.
Upright Sprinkler Assemblies:
Specify: 8.0 K-Factor, (specify tem-
perature rating), Model F917 Interme-
diate Level Upright Sprinkler with natu-
ral brass finish, PSN (specify from
Table B), as applicable).
Pendent Sprinkler Assemblies:
When pendent sprinkler assemblies
are required, the Pendent Sprinkler
and the F917 Pendent Shield Package
(shield & o-rings) are ordered sepa-
rately.
•Specify: 8.0 K-Factor, (specify tem-
perature rating), Model F916 Pen-
dent Sprinkler with natural brass fin-
ish, PSN (specify from Table C).
•Specify: Model F917 Pendent Shield
Package for 3/4 inch NPT, Model
F917 Intermediate Level Pendent
Sprinklers (one shield / two o-rings),
PSN 56-015-6-803.
“Special Order”
Upright Sprinkler Assemblies with
ISO 7/1 Thread Connections:
Specify: 8.0 K-Factor, (specify tem-
perature rating), Model F917 Interme-
diate Level Upright Sprinkler with natu-
ral brass finish and with thread
connection per ISO 7/1.
Sprinkler Wrench:
Specify: W-Type 9 Sprinkler Wrench,
PSN 56-000-1-849.
PSN 53 — XXX — 1 — XXX
165°F/74°C165
TEMPERATURE
RATING
135°F/57°C135
TYPE
TABLE B
PRODUCT SYMBOL NUMBER SELECTION FOR
8.0 K-FACTOR MODEL F917 INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
UPRIGHT SPRINKLERS
212°F/100°C
360
280°F/138°C280
360°F/182°C
212
153 NATURAL BRASS
UPRIGHT
PSN 53 — XXX — 1 — XXX
165°F/74°C165
TEMPERATURE
RATING
135°F/57°C135
TYPE
TABLE C
PRODUCT SYMBOL NUMBER SELECTION FOR
8.0 K-FACTOR MODEL F916 PENDENT SPRINKLERS
(SHIELDS AND O-RINGS ARE ORDERED SEPARATELY)
212°F/100°C
360
280°F/138°C280
360°F/182°C
212
102 NATURAL BRASS
PENDENT
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WEIGHT
The nominal weights are as follows.
8.0 K-Factor Model F917
Upright Intermediate
Level Sprinkler . . . . . . . . . . . 5.8 ozs. (163 g)
8.0 K-Factor Model F916
Pendent Sprinkler . . . . . . . . 3.5 ozs. (99 g)
Model F917 Pendent
Shield Package (3/4" NPT) . 2.0 oz. (57 g)
W-Type 9
Sprinkler Wrench . . . . . . . . . 17 ozs. (480 g)
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