Tyco Fire Product Star E User manual

Std. Response - Std. Coverage
Vertical Sidewall Sprinklers
Model E, K=5.6 or 8.0
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Star Model E, 5.6 or 8.0 K-Factor, Vertical Sidewall
Sprinklers are standard response - standard coverage,
solder type spray sprinklers designed for use in light haz-
ard, commercial occupancies such as banks, hotels,
shopping malls, offices, etc. They are designed for instal-
lation along a wall or the side of a beam and just beneath
a smooth ceiling. Horizontal sidewall sprinklers are com-
monly used instead of pendent or upright sprinklers be-
cause of aesthetics or building construction considera-
tions, where piping across the ceiling is not desirable.
WARNINGS
The Model E Sprinklers described herein must be in-
stalled and maintained in compliance with this document,
as well as with the applicable standards of the National
Fire Protection Association, in addition to the standards
of any other authorities having jurisdiction. Failure to do
so may impair the integrity of these devices.
The owner is responsible for maintaining his fire protec-
tion system and devices in proper operating condition.
The installing contractor or sprinkler manufacturer should
be contacted relative to any questions.
OPERATION
A bronze tube sealed by a steel ball holds a fusible alloy.
The tube is compression loaded and via the tension
mechanism, the cap seals the sprinkler orifice. When the
rated temperature is reached, the alloy melts, the ball is
forced inward, and the tension mechanism releases the
cap, which then allows the sprinkler to activate and flow
water.
TECHNICAL DATA
Approvals
UL and ULC Listed. FM, LPC, NYC Approved.
(Refer to Table A. The approvals apply only to the service
conditions indicated in the Design Criteria section.)
Maximum Working Pressure
175 psi (12,1 bar)
Pipe Thread Connection
1/2 or 3/4 inch NPT
Discharge Coefficient
K=8.0GPM/psi
1/2 (115,2 LPM/bar1/2)
Temperature Ratings
135°F/57°C, 165°F/74°C, 212°F/100°C, 280°F/138°C,
360°F/182°C, 400°F/204°C or 520°F/271°C
(Refer to Table A)
Finishes
Chrome Plated, Natural Brass
(Refer to Table A)
Physical Characteristics (Ref. Figure 1)
The Model E utilizes a dezincification resistant (DZR)
bronze frame with a brass deflector. The waterway is
sealed with copper gasket. The fusible assembly is con-
structed of bronze and stainless steel components.
SIN S5002
Vertical Sidewall (Shown Upright)
K=5.6, 1/2" NPT
SIN S5009
Vertical Sidewall (Shown Upright)
K=8.0, 3/4" NPT
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DESIGN CRITERIA
The 5.6 and 8.0 K-Factor, Model E Vertical Sidewall Sprin-
klers are intended for fire protection systems designed in
accordance with the standard installation rules recog-
nized by the applicable Listing or Approval agency (e.g.,
UL Listing is based on NFPA 13 requirements). Installa-
tion of Model E Sprinklers in recessed escutcheons will
void all sprinkler warranties, as well as possibly void the
sprinkler’s Approvals and/or Listings.
INSTALLATION
The 5.6 and 8.0 K-Factor, Model E Vertical Sidewall Sprin-
klers must be installed in accordance with the following in-
structions:
NOTES
A leak tight 1/2 inch NPT sprinkler joint should be ob-
tained with a torque of 7 to 14 ft.lbs. (9,5 to 19,0 Nm). A
maximum of 21 ft. lbs. (28,5 Nm) of torque may be used
to install sprinklers with 1/2 NPT connections. Higher lev-
els of torque may distort the sprinkler inlet with conse-
quent leakage or impairment of the sprinkler.
A leak tight 3/4 inch NPT sprinkler joint should be ob-
tainedwithatorqueof10to20ft.lbs.(13,6to27,1Nm).
A maximum of 30 ft. lbs. (40,7 Nm) of torque may be
used to install sprinklers with 3/4 NPT connections.
Higher levels of torque may distort the sprinkler inlet with
consequent leakage or impairment of the sprinkler.
1. The Model E Vertical Sidewall Sprinklers may be installed
in either the pendent or upright position, and the flow (Ref.
Figure 1 or 2) is to be out towards the intended coverage
area.
2. With pipe thread sealant applied to the pipe threads, hand
tighten the sprinkler into the sprinkler fitting.
3. Tighten the sprinkler into the sprinkler fitting using only the
Model E Sprinkler Wrench (Ref. Figure 3). With reference
to Figure 1 or 2, the Model E Sprinkler Wrench is to be
applied to the sprinkler wrench flat area.
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FIGURE 1
5.6 K-FACTOR, 1/2 INCH NPT, MODEL E
STANDARD RESPONSE
VERTICAL SIDEWALL SPRINKLERS
1/2" NPT
(73.0 mm)
2-7/8"
7/16" (11.1 mm)
NOMINAL
MAKE-IN
WRENCH
FLATS
FLOW
FIGURE 3
MODEL E (#5207) SPRINKLER WRENCH
RECESS
WRENCH
FIGURE 2
8.0 K-FACTOR, 3/4 INCH NPT, MODEL E
STANDARD RESPONSE
VERTICAL SIDEWALL SPRINKLERS
(76.2 mm)
3"
3/4" NPT
1/2" (12.7 mm)
NOMINAL
MAKE-IN
WRENCH
FLATS
FLOW
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SPRINKLER FINISH
Temperature
Rating
Frame
Color Code
Natural
Brass
Chrome
Plated
135°F/57°C
165°F/74°C
212°F/100°C
Unpainted
White
Unpainted
1, 2, 4
Notes:
1. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. for Light and Ordinary Hazard Occupancies.
2. Listed by Underwriters’ Laboratories of Canada for Light Hazard Occupancies.
3. Approved by Factory Mutual Research Corporation for Light Hazard Occupancies.
4. Approved by the City of New York under MEA 395-91-M.
TABLE A
LABORATORY LISTINGS AND APPROVALS
280°F/138°C Blue
360°F/182°C Red
Natural
Brass
Chrome
Plated
K=5.6 in Upright Position
(S5002)
1, 2, 3, 4
2, 4
400°F/204°C
520°F/271°C
Green
Orange
K=8.0 in Pendent Position
(S5009)
SPRINKLER FINISH
K=8.0 in Upright Position
(S5009)
Temperature
Rating
Frame
Color Code
Natural
Brass
Chrome
Plated
Natural
Brass
Chrome
Plated
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
400°F/204°C Green
520°F/271°C Orange
1, 2, 4
1, 4
K=5.6 in Pendent Position
(S5002)
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Model E Sprinklers must be maintained and serviced in
accordance with the following 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 pro-
tection systems must be obtained from the proper authori-
ties and all personnel who may be affected by this action
must be notified.
Sprinklers which are found to be leaking or exhibiting vis-
ible signs of corrosion must be replaced.
Automatic sprinklers must never be shipped or stored
where their temperature will exceed 100°F/38°C and they
must never be painted, plated, coated, or otherwise al-
tered after leaving the factory.
Care must be exercised to avoid damage to the sprinklers
— before, during, and after installation. Sprinklers dam-
aged by dropping, striking, wrench twist/slippage or the
like, must be replaced.
The owner is responsible for the inspection, testing, and
maintenance of their fire protection system and devices in
compliance with this document, as well as with the appli-
cable standards of the National Fire Protection Associa-
tion (e.g., NFPA 25), in addition to the standards of any
other authorities having jurisdiction. The installing contrac-
tor or sprinkler manufacturer should be contacted relative
to any questions.
It is recommended that automatic sprinkler systems be in-
spected, tested, and maintained by a qualified Inspection
Service.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Products manufactured by Tyco Fire Products are war-
ranted solely to the original Buyer for ten (10) years
against defects in material and workmanship when paid
for and properly installed and maintained under normal
use and service. This warranty will expire ten (10) years
from date of shipment by Tyco Fire Products. No warranty
is given for products or components manufactured by
companies not affiliated by ownership with Tyco Fire Prod-
ucts or for products and components which have been
subject to misuse, improper installation, corrosion, or
which have not been installed, maintained, modified or re-
paired in accordance with applicable Standards of the Na-
tional Fire Protection Association, and/or the standards of
any other Authorities Having Jurisdiction. Materials found
by Tyco Fire Products to be defective shall be either re-
paired or replaced, at Tyco Fire Products’ sole option.
Tyco Fire Products neither assumes, nor authorizes any
person to assume for it, any other obligation in connec-
tion with the sale of products or parts of products. Tyco
Fire Products shall not be responsible for sprinkler sys-
tem design errors or inaccurate or incomplete information
supplied by Buyer or Buyer’s representatives.
IN NO EVENT SHALL TYCO FIRE PRODUCTS BE LI-
ABLE, IN CONTRACT, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY OR UN-
DER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, FOR INCIDENTAL,
INDIRECT, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL 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’ LIABILITY EXCEED AN AMOUNT EQUAL
TO THE SALES PRICE.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS MADE IN LIEU OF
ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IM-
PLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT-
ABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PUR-
POSE.
ORDERING PROCEDURE
Please Specify:
5.6 K-Factor, 1/2 Inch NPT, Model E
Standard Response Vertical Sidewall Sprinkler (#5002)
8.0 K-Factor, 3/4 Inch NPT, Model E
Standard Response Vertical Sidewall Sprinkler (#5009)
Model E Sprinkler Wrench (#5207)
Refer to Price List for for complete listing of Part Num-
bers with respect to temperature ratings, sprinkler fin-
ishes, recessed escutcheon finishes, etc.
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