Tyco ESFR-17 User manual

Model ESFR-17
16.8 K-factor Pendent Sprinkler
Early Suppression, Fast Response
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IMPORTANT
Refer to Technical Data Sheet
TFP2300 for warnings pertaining to
regulatory and health information.
Always refer to Technical Data
Sheet TFP700 for the “INSTALLER
WARNING” that provides cautions
with respect to handling and instal-
lation of sprinkler systems and com-
ponents. Improper handling and
installation can permanently damage
a sprinkler system or its compo-
nents and cause the sprinkler to fail
to operate in a fire situation or cause
it to operate prematurely.
Worldwide
Contacts
www.tyco-fire.com
Sprinkler
Identification
Number (SIN)
TY7236
Technical
Data
Approvals
UL and C-UL Listed
Maximum Working Pressure
175 psi (12,1 bar)
Pipe Thread Connections
3/4 Inch NPT or ISO 7-R 3/4
Discharge Coefficient
K=16.8 gpm/psi½(241,9 lpm/bar½)
Temperature Ratings
155°F (68°C) and 200°F (93°C)
Finish
Natural Brass
Physical Characteristics
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brass
Deflector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bronze
Compression Screw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brass
Button ...................Phosphor Bronze
Bulb(3mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Glass
Sealing Assembly ..Beryllium Nickel w/TEFLON
General
Description
TYCO Model ESFR-17 Pendent Sprin-
klers are Early Suppression, Fast
Response (ESFR) sprinklers having a
nominal K-factor of 16.8 (Ref. 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 Pendent Sprinklers are
primarily used for ceiling-only sprinkler
protection of (but not limited to) the fol-
lowing storage applications:
• most encapsulated or non-encap-
sulated common materials including
cartoned, unexpanded plastics
• cartoned, expanded plastics
• uncartoned, unexpanded plastics
• uncartoned, expanded plastics
• some storage arrangements of
rubber tires, roll paper, and aerosols
For more specific criteria, refer to Table
A in this technical data sheet as well as
the applicable design standard.
The Model ESFR-17 Pendent Sprin-
klers provide the system designer
with hydraulic and sprinkler place-
ment options not presently available
to traditional ESFR Sprinklers having
a nominal K-factor of 14.0. In particu-
lar, Model ESFR-17 Pendent Sprinklers
are designed to operate at substan-
tially lower-end head pressures, as
compared to ESFR Sprinklers having
a nominal K-factor of 14.0. This feature
offers flexibility when sizing system
piping, as well as possibly reducing or
eliminating the need for a system fire
pump.
Applications for the ESFR-17 Pendent
Sprinklers are expanding beyond cur-
rently recognized installation stan-
dards. For information on research fire
tests (with flammable liquids and aero-
sols, for example) that may be accept-
able to an authority having jurisdiction,
contact Technical Services.
WARNING
Orange protector must NOT be
removed until sprinkler is to be placed
in service. The W-Type 35 Sprinkler
Wrench MUST be used for proper
installation of the sprinkler. Failure to
do so may result in equipment damage
or failure.
NOTICE
The Model ESFR-17 Pendent Sprinklers
described herein must be installed and
maintained in compliance with this doc-
ument, as well as with the applicable
standards of the National Fire Protec-
tion Association (NFPA), in addition to
the standards of any authorities having
jurisdiction. Failure to do so may impair
the performance 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
installation standard, or other appli-
cable standard, must be referenced
to ensure applicability and to obtain
complete installation guidelines. The
general guidelines in this technical data
sheet are not intended to provide com-
plete installation criteria.

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Design
Criteria
The following general guidelines pro-
vided for the TYCO Model ESFR-17
Pendent Sprinklers can be used for a
quick reference.
The National Fire Protection Associa-
tion (NFPA) provides installation stan-
dards that must be used to properly
design an automatic sprinkler system
utilizing Early Suppression, Fast
Response (ESFR) Sprinklers. Conse-
quently, the appropriate standard must
be used for a given installation.
In all cases, the appropriate NFPA
installation standard must be refer-
enced to ensure applicability and to
obtain complete installation guidelines.
The following general guidelines are not
intended to provide complete installa-
tion criteria.
System Type
Wet Pipe
Roof Construction
Unobstructed or obstructed construc-
tion (e.g., smooth ceiling, bar joists,
beam and girder, etc.).
Where the depths of the solid struc-
tural members (e.g., beams and stem)
exceed 12 in. (302 mm), install ESFR
Sprinklers in each channel formed by
the structural members.
Ceiling Slope
Maximum 2 inch rise for 12 inch run
(16.7%)
Maximum Coverage Area
100 ft² (9,3 m²)
In some cases, the installation stan-
dards permit a greater coverage area.
Minimum Coverage Area
64 ft² (5,8 m²) per NFPA 13
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
6 to 14 in. (152 to 356 mm)
Operation
The glass bulb contains a fluid which
expands when exposed to heat. When
the rated temperature is reached, the
fluid expands sufficiently to shatter the
glass bulb, allowing the sprinkler to
activate and water to flow.
*
*
*
**
**
2-3/8"
(60,3 mm)
WRENCH
FLATS
1/2"
(12,7 mm)
NOMINAL
MAKE-IN
Temperature rating is
indicated on Deector.
Components:
-Sealing Assembly
6
-Compression Screw
3
Bulb
Button
-
4
-
5
Deector
Frame
-
1
2
-
ISO 7-R 3/4 pipe thread
can be provided on
special request.
2
3
4
5
6
13/4" NPT
FIGURE 1
MODEL ESFR-17 PENDENT SPRINKLER, 16.8K
EARLY SUPPRESSION, FAST RESPONSE

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Installation
TYCO Model ESFR-17 Early Suppres-
sion, Fast Response 16.8K Pendent
Sprinklers must be installed in accor-
dance with this section.
General Instructions
Do not install any bulb type sprinklers
if the bulb is cracked or there is a loss
of liquid from the bulb. With the sprin-
kler held horizontally, a small air bubble
should be present. The diameter of the
air bubble is approximately 1/16 inch
(1,6 mm) for both 155°F (68°C) and
200°F (93°C) temperature ratings.
A leak-tight 3/4 inch NPT sprinkler joint
should be obtained by applying a min-
imum-to-maximum torque of 10 to 20
ft.-lbs. (13,4 to 26,8 Nm), or by hand-
tightening and applying an additional
1-1/4 to 1-1/2 revolutions of the wrench.
Higher levels of torque can distort the
sprinkler inlet with consequent leakage
or impairment of the sprinkler.
WARNING
Orange protector must NOT be
removed until sprinkler is to be placed
in service. The W-Type 35 sprinkler
wrench MUST be used for proper
installation of the sprinkler. Failure to
do so may result in equipment damage
or failure.
Note: Install the Model ESFR-17
Pendent Sprinkler only in the pendent
position (Ref. Figure 2).
Step 1. With pipe-thread sealant
applied, hand-tighten the sprinkler into
the sprinkler fitting. Do not apply pres-
sure to the bulb assembly, and handle
the Model ESFR-17 Sprinkler only by
the Frame arms.
Step 2. Wrench-tighten the Model
ESFR-17 Sprinkler using only the
W-Type 35 Sprinkler Wrench (Ref.
Figure 2), and by fully engaging
(seating) the wrench on the sprinkler
wrench flats (Ref. Figures 1).
Step 3. After installation, inspect the
bulb of each Model ESFR-17 Sprinkler
for damage. In particular, verify that the
bulb is not cracked. Replace damaged
sprinklers.
Storage Type NFPA
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
Chapters 16 and 17
Solid Pile or Palletized Storage of
Class I-IV and Group A or B Plastics
Refer to NFPA 13
Chapters 14 and 15
Idle Pallet Storage Refer to NFPA 13
Chapter 12
Rubber Tire Storage Refer to NFPA 13
Chapter 18
Roll Paper Storage
(Refer to the Standard)
Refer to NFPA 13
Chapter 19
Flammable/Ignitable Liquid Storage
(Refer to the Standard) Refer to NFPA 30
Aerosol Storage
(Refer to the Standard) Refer to NFPA 30B
Automotive Components in Portable Racks
(Control mode only; refer to the Standard) N/A
N/A – Not Applicable
WRENCH
RECESS
"FITTING SIDE"
TOWARD
SPRINKLER
FITTING
FIGURE 2
W-T YPE 35
SPRINKLER WRENCH
TABLE A
MODEL ESFR-17 PENDENT 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 Pendent
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, obtain permission to
shut down the affected fire protection
system 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 sprin-
kler that has a cracked bulb or that has
lost liquid from its bulb (Ref. Installa-
tion 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 Asso-
ciation (e.g., 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 rec-
ommended to be inspected, tested,
and maintained by a qualified Inspec-
tion Service in accordance with local
requirements and/or national codes.
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 with
3/4 NPT Thread Connection
Specify: Model ESFR-17 Early Sup-
pression, Fast Response 16.8K
Pendent Sprinklers (TY7236) with 3/4
NPT thread connection, (specify tem-
perature rating), with Natural Brass
finish, P/N (specify):
155°F ( 68°C) ..................58-462-1-155
200°F (93°C) .................58- 462-1-20 0
Special Order
Sprinkler Assemblies with
ISO 7-R 3/4 Thread Connection
Specify: Model ESFR-17 Early Suppres-
sion, Fast Response 16.8K Pendent
Sprinklers (TY7236) with ISO 7-R 3/4
thread connection, (specify tempera-
ture rating), with Natural Brass finish,
P/N (specify):
155°F ( 68°C) ..................58 - 463-1-155
200°F (93°C) .................58-463-1-200
Sprinkler Wrench
Specify: W-Type 35 Sprinkler Wrench
P/N 56-463-1-0 01