Tyco ESFR-17 User manual

Model ESFR-17
16.8 K-factor Upright Sprinkler
Early Suppression, Fast Response
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General
Description
The TYCO Model ESFR-17 Upright-
Sprinklers are Early Suppression, Fast
Response (ESFR) sprinklers with a
nominal K-factor of 16.8. The sprinkler
assembly is shown in Figure 1. They are
suppression mode sprinklers that are
especially advantageous as a means
of eliminating in-rack sprinklers when
protecting high-piled storage.
Model ESFR-17 Sprinklers are primarily
used for ceiling-only sprinkler protec-
tion of, but not limited to, the following
storage applications:
• Most encapsulated or non-encap-
sulated common materials including
cartoned, unexpanded plastics
• Cartoned, expanded plastics
• Some storage arrangements of rub-
ber tires and roll paper
For more specific criteria, see Table A
and the applicable design standard.
The Model ESFR-17 Upright Sprin-
klers provide the system designer with
an upright option to the traditional
pendent ESFR Sprinklers. With a K-fac-
tor of 16.8, Model ESFR-17 Sprinklers
provide system designers with hydrau-
lic and sprinkler placement options not
presently available to traditional ESFR
Sprinklers having a K-factor of 14.0. In
particular, the Model ESFR-17 Upright
Sprinklers are designed to operate at
substantially lower-end head pressures
compared to ESFR Sprinklers with 14.0
K-factor. This feature offers flexibility
when sizing system piping and posi-
tioning the system piping with respect
to the ceiling.
NOTICE
The Model ESFR-17 Upright Sprinklers
described herein must be installed and
maintained in compliance with this
document, as well as with the appli-
cable standards of the National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA), in addi-
tion to the standards of any authorities
having jurisdiction, such as FM Global.
Failure to do so may impair the perfor-
mance of these devices.
The owner is responsible for main-
taining their fire protection system
and devices in proper operating con-
dition. Contact the installing contrac-
tor or product manufacturer with any
questions.
In all cases, the appropriate NFPA or
FM Global installation standard must
be referenced to ensure applicabil-
ity and to obtain complete installa-
tion guidelines. The general guidelines
in this data sheet are not intended to
provide complete installation criteria.
Sprinkler
Identification
Number (SIN)
See Table A
Technical
Data
Approvals
FM Approved
EAC Approved
Finish
Natural Brass
Physical Characteristics
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brass
Deflector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Copper
Compression Screw . . . . . . . . . . Stainless Steel
Hook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MONEL
Strut. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MONEL
Link Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Solder, Nickel
Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brass
Sealing Assembly ..Beryllium Nickel w/TEFLON
Ejection Spring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . INCONEL
Deflector Nut. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brass
Additional Technical Data
See Table A

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Operation
The fusible link assembly is com-
prised of two link halves that are joined
together by a thin layer of solder. When
the rated temperature is reached, the
solder melts and the two link halves
separate, activating the sprinkler and
flowing water.
Design
Criteria
The following general guidelines pro-
vided for the TYCO Model ESFR-17
Upright Sprinklers may be used for
quick reference.
The National Fire Protection Associa-
tion (NFPA) and FM Global (FM Approv-
als) provide installation standards that
must be used to properly design an
automatic sprinkler system utilizing
Early Suppression, Fast Response
(ESFR) Sprinklers. The guidelines pro-
vided by NFPA and FM Global may
differ; consequently, the appropriate
standard must be used for a given
installation.
In all cases, the appropriate NFPA or
FM Global installation standard must
be referenced to ensure applicabil-
ity and to obtain complete installation
guidelines, since the following general
guidelines are not intended to provide
complete installation criteria. For more
information, see Table B.
Roof Construction
Unobstructed or obstructed construc-
tion, such as smooth ceiling, bar joists,
beam and girder.
Note: Where the depths of the solid
structural members, such as beams
and stem, exceed 12 in. (302 mm),
install ESFR Sprinklers in each channel
formed by the structural members.
Ceiling Slope
Maximum 2 in. rise for 12 in. run (16.7%)
Maximum Coverage Area
100 ft2(9,3 m2)
Minimum Coverage Area
64 ft2(5,8 m2) per
NFPA 13 and FM Global 2-0
Maximum Spacing
• 12 ft (3,7 m) for building heights
up to 30 ft. (9,1 m)
• 10 ft (3,1 m) for building heights
greater than 30 ft (9,1 m)
Minimum Spacing
8 ft (2,4 m)
Minimum Clearance to Commodity
36 in. (914 mm)
NFPA 13
Deflector-to-Ceiling Distance
3 in. to 12 in. (76,2 mm to 304 mm)
FM Global
Centerline of Thermal Sensing
Element-to-Ceiling Distance
Refer to FM Global 2-0 for Storage
Sprinklers.
Item Description
Sprinkler Identication Number (SIN) TY7126
K-factor, gpm/psi½(Lpm/bar½)16.8 gpm/psi½(241,9 Lpm/bar½)
Temperature Rating ºF (ºC) 165ºF (74ºC)
212ºF (100ºC)
Thread Size 3/4 in. NPT or ISO 7-R 3/4
Sprinkler Orientation Upright
Maximum Working Pressure, psi (bar) 175 psi (12,1 bar)
Components:
9
2
6
5
4
3
1
7
8
10
2-9/16" DIA.
(65,0 mm)
3-5/8"
(92,1 mm)
1/2"
(12,7 mm)
NOMINAL
MAKE-IN
WRENCH
FLATS
1-5/8"
(41,3 mm)
THERMAL
SENSING
ELEMENT
TEMPERATURE
RATING
3/4" NPT
-
2 Deector
Ejection Spring
Sealing
Assembly
Hook
Compression
Screw
-
8
-
4
7-
3-
Frame1 -
Button
Link Assembly
-
6
5-Strut
Deector Nut
9-
10
-
FIGURE 1
MODEL ESFR-17 UPRIGHT SPRINKLER, 16.8K
EARLY SUPPRESSION, FAST RESPONSE
TABLE A
MODEL ESFR-17 UPRIGHT SPRINKLER
TECHNICAL DATA

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Obstructions below Upright ESFR
Sprinklers, Including Branchlines
Per the requirements of FM, obstruc-
tions below upright ESFR Sprinklers
can be ignored as follows:
• open-web bar joists or trusses hav-
ing chords no more than 4 in. (102
mm) wide
• bridging or wind bracing no more
than 4 in. (102 mm) wide
• individual pipes and conduit 4 in.
(102 mm) diameter or less 3 in.
[DN80] pipe size or less will not
require sprigs)
• individual groups of smaller pipe or
conduit having a total width of 4 in.
or less
Storage Type NFPA FM Global
Sprinkler Type ESFR Storage
Response Type FR QR
System Type Wet Wet
Temperature Rating ºF (ºC) 165ºF (74ºC)
212ºF (100ºC)
165ºF (74ºC)
212ºF (100ºC)
Open Frame (i.e., no solid shelves) Single, Double, Multiple-
Row, or Portable Rack Storage of Class I-IV and Group A or
B Plastics
Refer to NFPA 13 Refer to FM 2-0 and 8-9
Solid Pile or Palletized Storage of Class I-IV and Group A or
B Plastics Refer to NFPA 13 Refer to FM 2-0 and 8-9
Idle Pallet Storage Refer to NFPA 13 Refer to FM 2-0, 8-9, and 8-24
Rubber Tire Storage Refer to NFPA 13 Refer to FM 2-0 and 8-3
Roll Paper Storage
(Refer to the Standard) Refer to NFPA 13 Refer to FM 8-21
Flammable/Ignitable Liquid Storage
(Refer to the Standard) N/A Refer to FM 7-29
Aerosol Storage
(Refer to the Standard) N/A N/A
Automotive Components in Portable Racks
(Control mode only; refer to the Standard) N/A N/A
N/A – Not Applicable
TABLE B
MODEL ESFR-17 UPRIGHT SPRINKLER
COMMODITY SELECTION AND DESIGN CRITERIA OVERVIEW

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Care and
Maintenance
TYCO Model ESFR-17 Early Suppres-
sion, Fast Response 16.8K Upright
Sprinklers must be maintained and ser-
viced in accordance with this section.
Before closing a fire protection system
main control valve for maintenance
work on the fire protection system that
it controls, permission to shut down the
affected fire protection system must be
obtained from the proper authorities
and notify all personnel who may be
affected by this action.
Sprinklers which are found to be
leaking or exhibiting visible signs of
corrosion must be replaced.
Automatic sprinklers must never be
painted, plated, coated, or other-
wise altered after leaving the factory.
Modified sprinklers must be replaced.
Sprinklers that have been exposed to
corrosive products of combustion, but
have not operated, should be replaced
if they cannot be completely cleaned
by wiping the sprinkler with a cloth or
by brushing it with a soft bristle brush.
Care must be exercised to avoid
damage to the sprinklers before,
during, and after installation. Sprin-
klers damaged by dropping, striking,
wrench twist/slippage, or the like, must
be replaced. Also, replace any sprinkler
that has a cracked bulb or that has lost
liquid from its bulb. For more informa-
tion, see the Installation section.
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 applicable standards
of the National Fire Protection Associ-
ation, such as NFPA 25, in addition to
the standards of any authorities having
jurisdiction. Contact the installing con-
tractor or product manufacturer with
any questions.
Automatic sprinkler systems are
recommended to be inspected,
tested, and maintained by a qualified
Inspection Service in accordance with
local requirements and/or national
codes.
Installation
TYCO Model ESFR-17 Early Suppres-
sion, Fast Response 16.8K Upright
Sprinklers must be installed in accor-
dance with this section.
General Instructions
Avoid damage to the fusible Link
Assembly during installation by using
the Frame arms only to handle the
sprinkler and by using the appropri-
ate sprinkler wrench. Do not apply
pressure to the fusible Link Assembly.
Failure to do so can lead to an unstable
link assembly and premature activation
of the sprinkler. Damaged sprinklers
must be replaced.
A leak-tight 3/4 in. NPT sprinkler joint
should be obtained by applying a min-
imum-to-maximum torque of 10 to 20
lb-ft (13,4 to 26,8 N∙m). Higher levels
of torque can distort the sprinkler inlet
with consequent leakage or impairment
of the sprinkler.
Note: Install the Model ESFR-17 Upright
Sprinkler in the Upright position as shown
in Figure 2.
Step 1. With pipe thread sealant
applied, hand-tighten the sprinkler into
the sprinkler fitting. Do not apply pres-
sure to the Link Assembly, and handle
the Model ESFR-17 Sprinkler only by
the Frame arms.
Step 2. Wrench-tighten the Model
ESFR-17 Upright Sprinkler using only
the W-Type 21 Sprinkler Wrench as
shown in Figure 2, and by fully engag-
ing (seating) the wrench on the sprinkler
wrench flats as shown in Figure 1.
Step 3. After installation, inspect the
Link Assembly of each Model ESFR-17
Sprinkler for damage. In particu-
lar, verify that the Link Assembly and
Hook are positioned as shown in Figure
1, and that the Link Assembly is not
bent, creased, or forced out of normal
position in any way. Replace damaged
sprinklers.
Limited
Warranty
For warranty terms and conditions, visit
www.tyco-fire.com.
Ordering
Procedure
Contact your local distributor for avail-
ability. When placing an order, indicate
the full product name and part number
(P/N).
Sprinkler Assemblies
Specify: Model ESFR-17 Early Sup-
pression, Fast Response 16.8K Upright
Sprinklers (TY7126), (specify tempera-
ture rating), with Natural Brass finish,
P/N (specify):
165° F (74°C) ..................58 - 447-1-165
212°F (100°C) .................58-447-1-214
Special Order
Sprinkler Assemblies with
ISO 7-1 Thread Connection
Specify: Model ESFR-17 Early Sup-
pression, Fast Response 16.8K Upright
Sprinklers (TY7126) with ISO 7-1
thread connection, (specify tempera-
ture rating), with Natural Brass finish,
P/N (specify):
165° F (74°C) ..................58-448-1-165
212°F (100°C) .................58-448-1-214
Sprinkler Wrench
Specify: W-Type 21 Sprinkler Wrench,
P/N 56-001-0-686
WRENCH
RECESS
"FITTING SIDE"
TOWARDS SPRINKLER
FITTING
FIGURE 2
W-T YPE 21
SPRINKLER WRENCH