Tyco FTR-1 User manual

General
Description
The Model FTR-1 Fixed Temperature
Release is a fixed-temperature, heat
detector intended for wet or dry pilot
release service. As such it can be used
for pilot line service, instead of stand-
ard sprinklers, to activate deluge and
preaction systems equipped with
either wet or dry pilot line detection.
The FTR-1, while resembling a stand-
ard sprinkler in construction, follows
the installation rules for a listed fixed
temperature heat detector as opposed
to the standard rules of using standard
sprinklers as pilot sprinklers. The
FTR-1 features a fast response ther-
mal element, extended spacings as
compared to using standard sprinklers
as pilot sprinklers, and corrosion resis-
tant assembly option for outdoor appli-
cations, i.e., Teflon * coated, not avail-
able in the offering of standard
sprinklers.
Both the white Polyester and gray Tef-
lon* coatings can be used for decora-
tive applications, and both of these
finishes are UL Listed as corrosion-re-
sistant. The Teflon* coated FTR-1 fea-
tures a stainless steel button and
compression screw making it a more
desirable choice where maximum cor-
rosion resistance is a consideration.
Corrosion resistant coatings are util-
ized to extend the life of copper alloy
construction beyond that which would
otherwise be obtained when exposed
to corrosive atmospheres. Although
the corrosion resistant coatings have
passed the standard corrosion tests
performed by UL, the testing is not
representative of all possible corrosive
atmospheres. Consequently, it is rec-
ommended that the end user be con-
sulted with respect to the suitability of
these coatings for any given corrosive
environment. The effects of ambient
temperature, concentration of chemi-
cals, and gas/chemical velocity,
should be considered, as a minimum,
along with the corrosive nature of the
chemical to which the FTR-1’s will be
exposed.
As an option the Model FTR-1 Fixed
Temperature Release may be
equipped a Model G1 Sprinkler Guard
described in Technical Data Sheet
TFP780.
WARNINGS
The Model FTR-1 Fixed Temperature
Release 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 authori-
ties having jurisdiction. Failure to do
so may impair the performance 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.
Identification
Number
TY3030
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JULY, 2004
Model FTR-1 Fixed Temperature Release
For Deluge and Preaction Systems
Wet or Dry Pilot Release Service
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.

Technical
Data
Approvals
UL and C-UL Listed
(Fixed Temperature Heat Detector)
Maximum Working Pressure
250 psi (17,2 bar)
Pipe Thread Connection
1/2 NPT
Discharge Coefficient
K = 5.6 GPM/psi1/2 (80 LPM/bar1/2)
Finish
(Frame and Identification Plate)
Natural Brass, White Polyester
Coated, Gray Teflon* Coated
Temperature Rating
135°F/57°C, 155°F/68°C, 175°F/79°C,
and 200°F/93°C
Physical Characteristics
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bronze
Button . . . . . . . . Copper/Bronze
. . . . . . (Stainless Steel for Teflon
. . . . . . . . Coated Assemblies)
Sealing Assembly . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . Beryllium Nickel w/Teflon*
Bulb . . . . . . . . Glass (3 mm dia.)
Compression Screw . . . . . Bronze
. . . . . . (Stainless Steel for Teflon
. . . . . . . . Coated Assemblies)
Identification Plate . . . . . . Brass
* Registered trademark of DuPont
Operation
The glass bulb contains a fluid that
expands when exposed to heat. When
the rated temperature is reached, the
fluid expands sufficiently to shatter the
glass bulb, allowing the pressure
(water for wet pilot or air/nitrogen for
dry pilot) to escape from the pilot line.
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WRENCH
FLATS
3
4
5
6
COATED
(55,6 mm)
2-3/16"
7/16" (11,1 mm)
NOMINAL
MAKE-IN
1
2
*
FINISHES
-
2 Button
Temperature rating
is indicated on
Identification Plate
Compression
Screw
Bulb
Sealing Assembly
-
6
*
-
4
5-
3-
*
C
omponents:
Frame1 -
Identification Plate.
METALIC & POLYESTERTEFLON
®
COMMON
FEATURES
2
1
3
5
4
6
*
1/2" NPT
FIGURE 1
MODEL FTR-1 FIXED TEMPERATURE RELEASE
Nominal Release
Temperature
Rating
Maximum
Ambient Ceiling
Temperature(1)
Ordinary 135°F/57°C
155°F/68°COrdinary
TABLE A
UL AND C-UL LISTED SPACINGS FOR THE MODEL FTR-1 FIXED TEMPERATURE RELEASE
(For installation below smooth, flat, horizontal ceilings)
Intermediate 175°F/79°C
Release Temperature
Classification
Bulb
Fluid
Color
Listed
Spacing(2)
100°F/38°C
100°F/38°C
150°F/65°C
Orange 40’ x 40’ (12,2 m x 12,2 m)
Red 30’ x 30’ (9,1 m x 9,1 m)
Yellow 40’ x 40’ (12,2 m x 12,2 m)
NOTES
1. Based on NFPA 13. Other limits may apply, depending on fire loading, release location, and other requirements of the Authority Having
Jurisdiction.
2. Listed spacings are for smooth, flat, horizontal ceilings. Installation must comply with NFPA 15 or NFPA 72, as applicable.
Intermediate 200°F/141°C 150°F/65°C Green 30’ x 30’ (9,1 m x 9,1 m)

Design
Criteria
FTR-1 TEMPERATURE
RATING
•Select the proper temperature rated
FTR-1 for the hazard and ambient
temperatures involved. (Normally, it
is advisable to use the lowest tem-
perature combinations approved for
the hazard and ambient temperature
involved to permit early detection.)
•For localized high ambient tempera-
ture such as those caused by unit
heaters and skylights, substitute a
higher temperature-rated FTR-1 per
Table A.
FTR-1 SPACING
SPACING INDOORS - SMOOTH
CEILING UP TO AND INCLUDING10
FEET (3,05 m)
•Refer to Table A for listed spacing of
the FTR-1’s below smooth, flat, hori-
zontal ceilings.
SPACING INDOORS - SOLID JOIST,
BEAM, SLOPED CEILINGS, HIGH
CEILINGS GREATER THAN 10 FEET
(3,05 m) UP TO AND INCLUDING 30
FEET (9,14 m)
•Reduce to the smooth ceiling spac-
ings per the requirements of the
2002 Edition of NFPA 72, Section
5.6.5.
SPACING INDOORS - GENERAL
GUIDELINES
•The distance between adjacent
FTR-1’s is not to exceed the listed
spacing.
•The distance between an FTR-1 and
any wall or partition that extends to
within 18 inches (457 mm) of the
ceiling is not to exceed 1/2 the listed
spacing.
•The distance from the FTR-1 to all
points in the area of coverage (cor-
ners) is not to exceed 70% of the
listed spacing.
SPACING OUTDOORS
•Follow the applicable fixed tempera-
ture detector requirements of the
2001 Edition of NFPA 15, Section
6.5.2.3
FTR-1 LOCATION
LOCATION INDOORS
The FTR-1 Fixed Temperature Re-
leases are spot-type releases and the
requirements of NFPA 72 with respect
their location apply. In general the re-
quirements are as follows:
•For smooth ceilings, locate the
FTR-1 with an Identification Plate to
ceiling distance of 1 to 12 inches
(25,4 to 305 mm), and no closer than
4 inches (100 mm) from any wall.
•For solid joist construction, locate
the FTR-1 with the Identification
Plate within a horizontal plane of 1
to 6 inches (25,4 to 152 mm) below
the bottom of the joists and a maxi-
mum distance of 22 inches (559
mm) below the ceiling/roof deck, and
no closer than 4 inches (100 mm)
from any wall.
•For beam construction where the
beams are less than 12 inches (300
mm) in depth and less than 8 feet
(2,4 m) on center, locate the FTR-1
with the Identification Plate within a
horizontal plane of 1 to 6 inches
(25,4 to 152 mm) below the bottom
of the beams and a maximum dis-
tance of 22 inches (559 mm)below
the ceiling/roof deck, and no closer
than 4 inches (100 mm) from any
wall.
LOCATION OUTDOORS
•Follow the applicable requirements
of the 2001 Edition of NFPA 15, Sec-
tion 6.5.2
FTR-1 ORIENTATION
The FTR-1 may be installed in any
orientation; however, in locations
where the pilot line system is subject
to freezing conditions they are to be
installed in the upright position (i.e.,
with the Identification Plate at the top
as shown in Figure 1).
Installation
The Model FTR-1 Fixed Temperature
Release must be installed in accord-
ance with the following instructions:
NOTES
Refer to Technical Data Sheet TFP700
for the “INSTALLER WARNING”. Due
to the similarity of the Model FTR-1
Fixed Temperature Release to auto-
matic sprinklers, all of the information
pertaining to automatic sprinklers ap-
plies to the FTR-1.
Do not install an FTR-1 if the bulb is
cracked or there is a loss of liquid from
the bulb. With the FTR-1 is held hori-
zontally, a small air bubble should be
present. The diameter of the air bubble
is approximately 1,6 mm.
A leak tight 1/2 inch NPT threaded
connection should be obtained 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 is to be used. Higher
levels of torque may distort the FTR-1
inlet with consequent leakage or im-
pairment to the FTR-1.
Step 1. The FTR-1 may be installed in
any orientation; however, in locations
where the pilot line system is subject
to freezing conditions they are to be
installed in the upright position (i.e.,
with the Identification Plate at the top
as shown in Figure 1).
Step 2. With pipe thread sealant ap-
plied to the pipe threads, hand tighten
the FTR-1 into the sprinkler fitting.
Step 3. Wrench tighten the FTR-1 us-
ing only the W-Type 6 (End A) Sprin-
kler Wrench. The wrench recess of the
sprinkler wrench (Ref. Figure 2) is to
be applied to the FTR-1 wrench flats
(Ref. Figure 1).
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FIGURE 2
W-TYPE 6 SPRINKLER
WRENCH
WRENCH RECESS
(USE END "A" FOR
MODEL FTR-1)

Care and
Maintenance
The Model FTR-1 Fixed Temperature
Release must be maintained and serv-
iced 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.
Model FTR-1 Fixed Temperature Re-
leases that are found to be leaking or
exhibiting visible signs of corrosion
must be replaced.
Model FTR-1 Fixed Temperature Re-
leases must never be painted, plated,
coated, or otherwise altered after leav-
ing the factory. Modified FTR-1’s must
be replaced. FTR-1’s that have been
exposed to corrosive products of com-
bustion, but have not operated, should
be replaced if they cannot be com-
pletely cleaned by wiping the FTR-1
with a cloth or by brushing it with a soft
bristle brush.
Care must be exercised to avoid dam-
age to the FTR-1’s - before, during,
and after installation. FTR-1’s dam-
aged by dropping, striking, wrench
twist/slippage, or the like, must be re-
placed. Also, replace any FTR-1 that
has a cracked bulb or that has lost
liquid from its bulb. (Ref. Installation
Section).
Frequent visual inspections are rec-
ommended to be initially performed for
corrosion resistant coated FTR-1’s, af-
ter the installation has been com-
pleted, to verify the integrity of the cor-
rosion resistant coating. Thereafter,
annual inspections per NFPA 25 (as
required for automatic sprinklers)
should suffice; however, instead of in-
specting from the ground level, a ran-
dom sampling of close-up visual in-
spections should be made, so as to
better determine the exact condition of
the FTR-1 and the long term integrity
of the corrosion resistant coating, as it
may be affected by the corrosive con-
ditions present.
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
spr inkler systems be inspected,
tested, and maintained by a qualified
Inspection Service in accordance with
local requirements and/or national
codes.
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, 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 WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FIT-
NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PUR-
POSE.
Ordering
Procedure
Sprinkler Assemblies :
Specify: Model FTR-1 (TY3030),
(specify temperature rating), Fixed
Temperature Release with (specify fin-
ish), P/N (sprecify).
135°F/57°C
Natural Brass . . . . . . . . . . . . . PSN 51-041-1-135
White Polyester
Coated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PSN 51-041-4-135
Gray Teflon Coated . . . . . . . . PSN 51-041-3-135
155°F/68°C
Natural Brass . . . . . . . . . . . . . PSN 51-041-1-155
White Polyester
Coated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PSN 51-041-4-155
Gray Teflon Coated . . . . . . . . PSN 51-041-3-155
175°F/79°C
Natural Brass . . . . . . . . . . . . . PSN 51-041-1-175
White Polyester
Coated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PSN 51-041-4-175
Gray Teflon Coated . . . . . . . . PSN 51-041-3-175
200°F/93°C
Natural Brass . . . . . . . . . . . . . PSN 51-041-1-200
White Polyester
Coated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PSN 51-041-4-200
Gray Teflon Coated . . . . . . . . PSN 51-041-3-200
Sprinkler Wrench:
Specify: W-Type 6 Sprinkler Wrench,
P/N 56-000-6-387.
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