Tyco ESFR-17 User manual

General
Description
The Model ESFR-17 Pendent Sprin-
klers (Ref. Figure 1) are “Early Sup-
pression Fast Response Sprinklers”
having a nominal K-factor of 16.8. They
are suppression mode sprinklers that
are especially advantageous as a
means of eliminating in-rack sprin-
klers, when protecting rack storage.
TheModelESFR-17isprimarilyde-
signed for use in ceiling only sprinkler
systems (i.e. no in-rack sprinklers) for
the protection of storage heights of
most encapsulated or non-encapsu-
lated common materials including car-
toned unexpanded plastics of up to 35
ft. (10,7 m) with ceiling heights to 40 ft.
(12,2 m), as well as cartoned ex-
panded plastics up to 25 ft. (7,6 m) with
ceiling heights to 30 ft.(9,1 m). In addi-
tion, the protection of some storage
arrangements of rubber tires, roll pa-
per, and aerosols can be considered.
In some cases, the Model ESFR-17
can be used to protect storage heights
up to 40 ft. (12,2 m) with ceiling heights
to 45 ft. (13,7 m) in combination with
one level of in-rack sprinklers.
The ESFR-17 provides the system de-
signer with hydraulic options not pres-
ently available to traditional ESFR
sprinklers having a nominal K-Factor
of 14.0. In particular, the Model ESFR-
17 has been designed to operate at
substantially lower end head pres-
sures, as compared to ESFR sprin-
klers having a nominal K-Factor of
14.0. This feature offers flexibility when
sizing the system piping, as well as
possibly reducing or eliminating the
need for a system fire pump.
WARNINGS
The Model ESFR-17 Sprinklers de-
scribed herein must be installed and
maintained in compliance with this
document, as well as with the applica-
ble standards of the National Fire Pro-
tection Association, in addition to the
standards of any other authorities hav-
ing jurisdiction (e.g., FM Global). Fail-
ure to do so may impair the perform-
ance of these devices.
The owner is responsible for maintain-
ing their fire protection system and de-
vices in proper operating condition.
The installing contractor or sprinkler
manufacturer should be contacted
with any questions.
Sprinkler
Identification
Numbers
SIN TY7226 - (Pendent K=16.8)
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JANUARY, 2005
Model ESFR-17
Early Suppression Fast Response Pendent Sprinklers
16.8 K-factor
Technical Services: Tel: [phone] / Fax: [phone]
IMPORTANT
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 in-
stallation 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.
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Technical
Data
Approvals
UL and C-UL Listed. FM and VdS Ap-
proved. LPCB Approved (094b/01 &
007l/01). NYC under MEA 356-01-E.
Maximum Working Pressure
175 psi (12,1 bar)
Pipe Thread Connection
3/4 inch NPT or ISO 7-R3/4
Discharge Coefficient
K = 16.8 GPM/psi1/2
(241,9 LPM/bar1/2)
Temperature Ratings
165°F/74°C or 214°F/101°C
Finish
Natural Brass
Physical Characteristics
Frame..............Brass
Deflector ........... Bronze
Compression Screw . . . . . . . . .
............StainlessSteel
Hook ..............Monel
Strut ..............Monel
Link Assembly . . . . Solder, Nickel
Button..............Brass
SealingAssembly ..........
. . . . . Beryllium Nickel w/Teflon*
EjectionSpring........Inconel
*Registered trademark of Dupont.
Patents
U.S.A. Patent Numbers:
4,580,729 5,829,532
6,059,044 6,336,509
6,502,643
Patents pending.
Design Criteria
NOTE
The National Fire Protection Associa-
tion (NFPA) and FM Global (FM) pro-
vide installation standards that must
be used to properly design an auto-
matic sprinkler system utilizing Early
Suppression Fast Response (ESFR)
Sprinklers. The guidelines provided by
NFPA and FM may differ; conse-
quently, the appropriate standard must
be used for a given installation.
The following data sheets describe the
ESFR Sprinklers offered by Tyco Fire
Products:
TFP312 — Model ESFR-25 (TY9226),
K=25.2 Pendent Sprinkler
TFP315 — Model ESFR-17 (TY7226),
K=16.8 Pendent Sprinkler
TFP316 — Model ESFR-17 (TY7126),
K=16.8 Upright Sprinkler
TFP318 — Model ESFR-1 (TY6226),
K=14.0 Pendent Sprinkler
The following general guidelines pro-
vided for ESFR Sprinklers offered by
Tyco Fire Products may be used for a
quick reference to help select the ap-
propriate Tyco Fire Products’ ESFR
Sprinkler:
NOTE
In all cases, the appropriate NFPA or
FM installation standard must be refer-
enced to assure applicability and to
obtain complete installation guide-
lines, since the following general
guidelines are not intended to provide
complete installation criteria.
GENERAL GUIDELINES
System Type: Wet pipe system.
Roof Construction: Unobstructed or
obstructed construction. For example:
smooth ceiling, bar joists, beam and
girder, etc.
NOTE
Where the depths of the solid struc-
tural members (beams, stem, etc.) ex-
ceed 12 inches (302 mm), ESFR
Sprinklers shall be installed in each
channel formed by the structural mem-
bers.
Ceiling Slope: Maximum 2 inch rise
for 12 inch run (16.7%).
Building Heights, Storage Heights,
and Commodity: Refer to Table A.
Maximum Coverage Area:
100 ft2(9,3 m2). In some cases, the
installation standards permit a greater
coverage area.
Minimum Coverage Area:
80 ft2(7,4 m2) per NFPA 13, and
64 ft2(5,8 m2)perFM2-2
Maximum Spacing: 12 feet (3,7 m) for
building heights up to 30 feet (9,1 m),
and 10 feet (3,1 m) for building heights
greater than 30 feet (9,1 m).
Minimum Spacing:
8 feet (2,4 m).
Minimum Clearance To Commodity:
36 inches (914 mm).
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1-Frame
2-Deflector
3-Compression Screw
4-Hook
5-Strut
6-Link Assembly
7-Button
8-Sealing Assembly
9-Ejection Spring
FIGURE 1, MODEL ESFR-17 EARLY SUPPRESSION FAST RESPONSE PENDENT SPRINKLER
9
2
3
4
5
6
8
7
1
WRENCH
FLATS
TEMPERATURE
RATING
3/4" NPT
1/2"
(12,7 mm)
(46,0 mm)
1-13/16"
NOMINAL
MAKE-IN
SENSING
THERMAL
ELEMENT
(90,5 mm)
3-9/16"
1-7/8"
(
47,6 mm
)
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NFPA 13 — Deflector To Ceiling
Distance:
ESFR-17 (K=16.8) Pendent:
6to14inches(152to356mm).
ESFR-1 (K=14.0) Pendent:
6to14inches(152to356mm).
ESFR-25 (K=25.2) Pendent:
6to18inches(152to457mm).
FM 2-2 — Deflector To Ceiling
Distance:
ESFR-17 (K=16.8) Pendent:
5to14inches(121to356mm).
ESFR-1 (K=14.0) Pendent:
5to14inches(121to356mm).
ESFR-17 (K=16.8) Upright:
5to14inches(121to356mm).
FM 2-2 — Thermal Sensing Element
To Ceiling Distance:
ESFR-17 (K=16.8) Pendent:
4to13inches(102to330mm).
ESFR-1 (K=14.0) Pendent:
4to13inches(102to330mm).
ESFR-17 (K=16.8) Upright:
4to13inches(102to330mm).
ESFR-25 (K=25.2) Pendent:
4to18inches(102to457mm).
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double, multiple-row, or portable rack
Open frame (i.e. no solid shelves) single,
storage of Class I - IV and Group A or B
plastics
(Refer to NFPA 13 or FM 8-9 and 2-2
See Table A-1
for details)
I - IV and Group A or B plastics
Solid pile or palletized storage of Class
(Refer to NFPA 13 or FM 8-9 and 2-2
See Table A-2
for details)
Idle pallet storage
(Refer to NFPA 13 or FM 8-24 and 2-2
See Table A-3
for details)
Rolled Paper Storage (See Standard)
Flammable Liquid Storage (See Standard)
Aerosol Storage (See Standard)
NFPA FM NFPA FM NFPA FM NFPA FM
BUILDING HEIGHTS, STORAGE HEIGHTS, AND COMMODITY
TABLE A
(See Design Criteria Section)
Automotive Components in Portable Racks
(Control Mode Only, See Standard)
Comparison to Other TFP ESFR Sprinklers
K = 25.2
PENDENT
ESFR-25
13
30
30B
8-21
7-31
13
TFP312
See Data Sheet
K = 16.8
30B
13
PENDENT
ESFR-17
K = 14.0
PENDENT
ESFR-1
TFP318
See Data Sheet
13
30
30B
8-21
7-29
7-31
K = 16.8
8-21
UPRIGHT
ESFR-17
TFP316
See Data Sheet
Rubber Tire Storage
(Refer to NFPA 13 or FM 8-3 and 2-2
See Table A-4
for details)
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Minimum Flow Pressure, PSI (BAR)
Storage
Maximum
Height,
Feet
(m)
Building
Maximum
Height,
Feet
(m)
(7,6)
25
(9,1)
30
(9,1)
30
(9,7)
32
(9,1)
30
(9,7)
32
(12,2)
40
(9,1)
30
(9,7)
32
(10,7)
35
(12,2)
40
(13,7)
45
(6,1)
20
(7,6)
25
(7,6)
25
(7,6)
25
(7,6)
25
(7,6)
25
(10,7)
35
(7,6)
25
(7,6)
25
(9,1)
30
(10,7)
35
(12,2)
40
Commodity
Class II,
Class I,
Class III, and
Class IV
Encapsulated or
Unencapsulated
Cartoned
Unexpanded
Plastics
Uncartoned
Unexpanded
Plastics
Cartoned
Expanded Plastics
Uncartoned
Expanded Plastics
-and-
(13,7)
45
(12,2)
40
(Exposed)
(Exposed)
One level of in-rack sprinklers is required.
*
RACK STORAGE
TABLE A-1
(See Design Criteria Section)
Comparison to Other TFP ESFR Sprinklers
K = 16.8
PENDENT
ESFR-17
K = 14.0
PENDENT
ESFR-1
TFP318
See Data Sheet
K = 16.8
UPRIGHT
ESFR-17
TFP316
See Data Sheet
(5,2)
75
(6,8)
100
(3,4)
50
(3,4)
50
(4,1)
60
(4,1)
60
(3,4)
50
(3,4)
50
(4,1)
60
(4,1)
60
(5,2)
75
(5,2)
75
(3,4)
50
(3,4)
50
(4,1)
60
(4,1)
60
(5,2)
75
(5,2)
75
(5,2)
75
(5,2)
75
NFPA FM
(6,2)
90
(6,2)
90
(6,2)
90
(6,2)
90
**
**
(2,4)
35
(2,4)
35
(2,9)
42
(2,9)
42
(2,4)
35
(2,4)
35
(2,9)
42
(2,9)
42
(3,6)
52
(3,6)
52
(2,4)
35
(2,4)
35
(2,9)
42
(2,9)
42
(3,6)
52
(3,6)
52
(3,6)
52
(3,6)
52
NFPA FM
(4,3)
63
(4,3)
63
(4,3)
63
(4,3)
63
**
**
(3,4)
50
(3,4)
50
(1,0)
15
(1,4)
20
(1,4)
20
(2,1)
30
(1,4)
20
(2,1)
30
(1,7)
25
(2,8)
40
(2,8)
40
(3,4)
50
NFPA FM
(3,4)
50
(2,4)
35
(2,9)
42
(2,4)
35
(2,9)
42
(3,6)
52
NFPA FM
K = 25.2
PENDENT
ESFR-25
TFP312
See Data Sheet
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(5,2)
75
(6,8)
100
(3,4)
50
(3,4)
50
(2,4)
35
(2,4)
35
(2,4)
35
(4,1)
60
(2,9)
42
(2,9)
42
(3,4)
50
(3,4)
50
(2,4)
35
(2,4)
35
(4,1)
60
(2,9)
42
(5,2)
75
(5,2)
75
(3,6)
52
(3,6)
52
(6,2)
90
(3,4)
50
(3,4)
50
(2,4)
35
(2,4)
35
(2,4)
35
(4,1)
60
(4,1)
60
(2,9)
42
(2,9)
42
(2,9)
42
(5,2)
75
(5,2)
75
(3,6)
52
(3,6)
52
(3,6)
52
(5,2)
75
(5,2)
75
(3,6)
52
(3,6)
52
(6,2)
90
NFPA FMNFPA FM NFPA FM
(4,1)
60
(2,9)
42
(4,1)
60
(2,9)
42
K = 16.8
PENDENT
ESFR-17
K = 14.0
PENDENT
ESFR-1
TFP318
See Data Sheet
K = 16.8
UPRIGHT
ESFR-17
TFP316
See Data Sheet
Minimum Flow Pressure, PSI (BAR)
Storage
Maximum
Height,
Feet
(m)
Building
Maximum
Height,
Feet
(m)
(7,6)
25
(9,1)
30
(12,2)
40
(9,1)
30
(9,7)
32
(9,1)
30
(9,7)
32
(12,2)
40
(13,7)
45
(9,1)
30
(9,7)
32
(10,7)
35
(12,2)
40
(13,7)
45
(13,7)
45
(6,1)
20
(7,6)
25
(7,6)
25
(7,6)
25
(7,6)
25
(7,6)
25
(7,6)
25
(10,7)
35
(10,7)
35
(7,6)
25
(7,6)
25
(9,1)
30
(10,7)
35
(10,7)
35
(12,2)
40
Class II,
Class I,
Class III, and
Class IV
Encapsulated or
Unencapsulated
Cartoned
Unexpanded
Plastics
Cartoned
Expanded Plastics
Uncartoned
Expanded Plastics
-and-
Commodity
PALLETIZED AND SOLID PILED STORAGE
TABLE A-2
(See Design Criteria Section)
Uncartoned
Unexpanded
Plastics
(Exposed)
(Exposed)
Comparison to Other TFP ESFR Sprinklers
(4,1)
60
(4,1)
60
(4,1)
60
(3,4)
50
(3,4)
50
(3,4)
50
(1,0)
15
(1,4)
20
(1,4)
20
(2,1)
30
(1,4)
20
(2,1)
30
(1,7)
25
(2,8)
40
(2,8)
40
(3,4)
50
(2,8)
40
(3,4)
50
NFPA FM
K = 25.2
PENDENT
ESFR-25
TFP312
See Data Sheet
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Minimum Flow Pressure, PSI (BAR)
Storage
Maximum
Height,
Feet
(m)
Building
Maximum
Height,
Feet
(m)
(9,1)
30
(9,1)
30
(9,7)
32
(12,2)
40
(7,6)
25
(6,1)
20
(7,6)
25
(7,6)
25
(10,7)
35
Type and
Wood or Plastic
Arrangement
Wood on Floor (12,2)
40
(10,7)
35
IDLE PALLET STORAGE
TABLE A-3
(See Design Criteria Section)
(9,7)
32
(7,6)
25
(10,7)
35
In-rack
Plastic on Floor
-and-
(6,1)
20
(9,7)
32
(6,1)
20
(9,1)
30
Comparison to Other TFP ESFR Sprinklers
(3,4)
50
(3,4)
50
(2,4)
35
(3,4)
50
(2,4)
35
(4,1)
60
(2,9)
42
(5,2)
75
(3,6)
52
NFPA FMNFPA FM NFPA FMNFPA FM
ESFR-17 ESFR-25ESFR-17
(5,2)
75
(5,2)
75
(3,4)
50
(3,4)
50
(3,4)
50
(3,4)
50
(3,4)
50
(3,4)
50
(3,4)
50
(4,1)
60
(3,6)
52
(3,4)
50
(3,4)
50
(2,9)
42
(3,6)
52
(2,9)
42
(3,6)
52
(2,9)
42
(2,4)
35
(2,4)
35
(3,6)
52
(2,9)
42
(3,6)
52
(2,9)
42
(2,4)
35
(2,4)
35
(5,2)
75
(5,2)
75
(4,1)
60
(4,1)
60
(4,1)
60
(3,4)
50
(3,4)
50
(3,4)
50
(2,4)
35
(4,1)
60
(2,9)
42
(5,2)
75
(3,6)
52
K = 16.8
UPRIGHT
TFP316
See Data Sheet
K = 25.2
PENDENT
TFP312
See Data Sheet
K = 16.8
PENDENT
ESFR-1
K = 14.0
PENDENT
TFP318
See Data Sheet
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Operation
The fusible link assembly is comprised
of two link halves that are joined to-
gether 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
allowing water to flow.
Installation
The Model ESFR-17 Pendent Sprin-
klers are to be installed in accordance
with the following instructions:
NOTE
Damage to the fusible Link Assembly
during installation can be avoided by
handling the sprinkler by the frame
arms only (i.e., do not apply pressure
to the fusible Link Assembly), and by
using the appropriate sprinkler
wrench. Damaged sprinklers must be
replaced.
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). Higher
levels of torque may distort the sprin-
kler inlet with consequent leakage or
impairment of the sprinkler.
Step 1. The ESFR-17 Pendent Sprin-
kler must be installed in the pendent
position.
Step 2. With pipe thread sealant ap-
plied, hand tighten the sprinkler into
the sprinkler fitting. Do not apply pres-
sure to the Link Assembly, and handle
the ESFR-17 Sprinkler only by the
Frame arms.
Step 3. Wrench tighten the ESFR-17
Sprinkler using only the W-Type 21
Sprinkler Wrench (Ref. Figure 2) and
by fully engaging (seating) the wrench
on the sprinkler wrench flats.
Step 4. After installation, inspect the
Link Assembly of each ESFR-17
Sprinkler for damage. In particular,
verify that the Link Assembly and Hook
are positioned as illustrated in Figure
1, and that the Link Assembly has not
been bent, creased, or forced out of its
normal position in any way.
Damaged sprinklers must be replaced.
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Minimum Flow Pressure, PSI (BAR)
Storage
Maximum
Height,
Feet
(m)
Building
Maximum
Height,
Feet
(m)
(9,1)
30
(7,6)
25
Piling Method
On-Side or On-Tread
RUBBER TIRE STORAGE
TABLE A-4
(See Design Criteria Section)
Comparison to Other TFP ESFR Sprinklers
(3,5)
50
(2,4)
35
NFPA FMNFPA FM NFPA FMNFPA FM
ESFR-17 ESFR-25ESFR-17
(1,4)
20
K = 16.8
UPRIGHT
TFP316
See Data Sheet
K = 25.2
PENDENT
TFP312
See Data Sheet
K = 16.8
PENDENT
ESFR-1
K = 14.0
PENDENT
TFP318
See Data Sheet
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in Palletized Portable
Racks, Open Portable
Racks, or Fixed Racks
without Solid Shelves
(1,0)
15
(2,4)
35
(2,4)
35
(3,5)
50
(10,7)
35
(7,6)
25
On-Side in Palletized
(5,2)
75
(3,6)
52
Portable Racks, Open
Portable Racks, or
Fixed Racks without
Solid Shelves
(1,7)
25
Laced Tires in Open
Portable Steel Racks (7,6)
25
(5,2)
75
(3,6)
52
(9,1)
30
On-Side in Palletized
Portable Racks (7,6)
25
(5,2)
75
(3,6)
52
(12,2)
40
UL Listed as an equivalency to K14 ESFR protection
*
FIGURE 2
W-TYPE 21
SPRINKLER WRENCH
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Care and
Maintenance
The Model ESFR-17 must be main-
tained 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 that
it controls, permission to shut down the
affected fire protection systems must
be obtained from the proper authori-
ties and all personnel who may be
affected by this action must be notified.
Sprinklers that are found to be leaking
or exhibiting visible signs of corrosion
must be replaced.
Automatic sprinklers must never be
painted, plated, coated, or otherwise
altered after leaving the factory. Modi-
fied or over-heated sprinklers must be
replaced.
Care must be exercised to avoid dam-
age - before, during, and after instal-
lation. Sprinklers damaged by drop-
ping, striking, wrench twist/slippage,
or the like, must be replaced.
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
sprinkler systems be inspected,
tested, and maintained by a qualified
Inspection Service in accordance with
local requirements and/or national
code.
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 THE-
ORY, FOR INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT,
SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO LABOR CHARGES, RE-
GARDLESS OF WHETHER TYCO
FIRE PRODUCTS WAS INFORMED
ABOUT THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
DAMAGES,ANDINNOEVENT
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 WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FIT-
NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PUR-
POSE.
Ordering
Procedure
When placing an order, indicate the full
product name. Please specify the
Sprinkler Identification Number (SIN),
quantity, and temperature rating. Refer
to the Price List for complete listing of
Part Numbers.
Contact your local distributor for avail-
ability.
Sprinkler Assemblies with NPT
Thread Connections:
Specify: (specify temperature rating),
natural brass, TY7226 Pendent Sprin-
kler, PSN (specify).
165°F/74°C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 58-445-1-165
214°F/101°C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 58-445-1-214
Sprinkler Wrench
Specify: W-Type 21 Sprinkler Wrench,
P/N 56-001-0-686.
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