Tyco RAPID RESPONSE Series User manual

RAPID RESPONSE Series LFII Residential
4.9 K-factor Concealed Pendent Sprinkler
Flat Plate, Wet Pipe and Dry Pipe Systems
Page 1 of 6 DECEMBER 2017 TFP442
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
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.
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Contacts
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General
Description
The TYCO RAPID RESPONSE Series
LFII Residential 4.9K Concealed
Pendent Sprinklers (TY3596) are dec-
orative, fast response, fusible solder
sprinklers designed for use in residen-
tial occupancies such as homes, apart-
ments, dormitories, and hotels.
The cover plate assembly conceals
the sprinkler operating components
above the ceiling. The flat profile of the
cover plate provides the optimum aes-
thetically appealing sprinkler design.
In addition, the concealed design
of the Series LFII Residential Con-
cealed Pendent Sprinklers provides
1/2 in. (12,7 mm) vertical adjustment.
This adjustment provides a measure
of flexibility when cutting fixed sprin-
kler drops.
The Series LFII Residential Concealed
Pendent Sprinklers are intended for use
in the following scenarios:
• Wet and dry pipe residential sprin-
kler systems for one and two fam-
ily dwellings and mobile homes per
NFPA 13D
• Wet and dry pipe residential sprin-
kler systems for residential occupan-
cies up to and including four stories
in height per NFPA 13R
• Wet and dry pipe sprinkler systems
for the residential portions of any
occupancy per NFPA 13
The Series LFII Residential Concealed
Pendent Sprinklers have been designed
with heat sensitivity and water distri-
bution characteristics proven to help
in the control of residential fires and to
improve the chance for occupants to
escape or be evacuated.
The Series LFII Residential Con-
cealed Pendent Sprinklers (TY3596)
are shipped with a Disposable Protec-
tive Cap. The Protective Cap is tem-
porarily removed for installation, and
then it can be replaced to help protect
the sprinkler while the ceiling is being
installed or finished. The tip of the Pro-
tective Cap can also be used to mark
the center of the ceiling hole into the
plaster board, ceiling tiles, and so on,
by gently pushing the ceiling product
against the Protective Cap. When the
ceiling installation is complete the Pro-
tective Cap is removed and the Cover
Plate Assembly is installed.
Dry Pipe System Application
The Series LFII Residential Concealed
Pendent Sprinklers offer a laboratory
approved option for designing dry pipe
residential sprinkler systems, whereas,
most residential sprinklers are labora-
tory approved for wet systems only.
Through extensive testing, it has
been determined that the number of
design sprinklers (hydraulic design
area) for the Series LFII Residential
Concealed Pendent Sprinklers need
not be increased over the number of
design sprinklers (hydraulic design
area) as specified for wet pipe sprinkler
systems, as is accustomed for density/
area sprinkler systems designed per
NFPA 13.
Consequently, the Series LFII Residen-
tial Concealed Pendent Sprinklers offer
the features of non-water filled pipe in
addition to not having to increase the
number of design sprinklers (hydraulic
design area) for systems designed to
NFPA 13, 13D, or 13R.
NOTICE
The Series LFII Residential Concealed
Pendent Sprinklers (TY3596) described
herein must be installed and main-
tained in compliance with this docu-
ment and with the applicable standards
of the National Fire Protection Associa-
tion (NFPA), in addition to the standards
of any authorities having jurisdiction.
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.
Sprinkler
Identification
Number (SIN)
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Technical
Data
Approvals
UL and C-UL Listed
NYC Approved under MEA 44-03-E-2NSF
Certified to all requirements of
NSF/ANSI 61
The TYCO RAPID RESPONSE Series LFII
Residential Concealed Pendent Sprinklers
are Listed only when installed with LFII/RFIII
Concealed Cover Plates having factory-
applied nishes.
Sprinklers and Cover Plates are separately
ordered. Refer to the Ordering Procedure
section for more information.
Maximum Working Pressure
175 psi (12,1 bar)
Discharge Coefficient
K=4.9 GPM/psi½(70,6 LPM/bar½)
Temperature Rating
160°F (71°C) Sprinkler
139°F (59°C) Cover Plate
Vertical Adjustment
1/2 in. (12,7 mm)
Finishes
Refer to Ordering Procedure section
Physical Characteristics
Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brass
Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bronze
Saddle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brass
Sealing Assembly ..Beryllium Nickel w/TEFLON
Soldered Link Halves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nickel
Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bronze
Compression Screw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brass
Deflector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Copper or Brass
Guide Pin Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bronze
Guide Pins .........Stainless Steel or Bronze
Support Cup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Steel
Cover Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Copper
Retainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brass
Cover Plate Ejection Spring .... Stainless Steel
Operation
When exposed to heat from a fire, the
Cover Plate, which is normally soldered
to the Retainer at three points, falls
away to expose the sprinkler assembly.
At this point the Deflector supported by
the Arms drops down to its operated
position. The fusible link of the sprin-
kler assembly is comprised of two link
halves that are soldered together with
a thin layer of solder. When the rated
temperature is reached, the solder
melts and the two link-halves separate
allowing the sprinkler to activate and
flow water.
Design Criteria
The TYCO RAPID RESPONSE Series
LFII Residential Concealed Pendent
Sprinklers (TY3596) are UL and C-UL
Listed for installation in accordance
with this section.
Note: When conditions exist that are
outside the scope of the provided cri-
teria, refer to the Residential Sprinkler
Design Guide TFP490 for the manu-
facturer's recommendations that may
be acceptable to the authority having
jurisdiction.
System Types
Per the UL Listing, wet pipe and dry
pipe systems may be utilized. Per the
C-UL Listing, only wet pipe systems
may be utilized.
Refer to Technical Data Sheet TFP485
about the use of residential sprinklers
in residential dry pipe systems.
Ceiling Types
Smooth flat horizontal, beamed, or
sloped in accordance with the 2013
Edition of NFPA 13D, 13R, or 13 as
applicable.
Hydraulic Design
(NFPA 13D and 13R)
For systems designed to NFPA 13D or
NFPA 13R, the minimum required sprin-
kler flow rates are given in Tables A and
B as a function of temperature rating
and the maximum allowable coverage
areas.
The sprinkler flow rate is the minimum
required discharge from each of the
total number of “design sprinklers” as
specified in NFPA 13D or NFPA 13R.
The number of “design sprinklers”
specified in NFPA 13D and 13R for wet
pipe systems is to be applied when
designing dry pipe systems.
SPRINKLER
ASSEMBLY
COVER PLATE
ASSEMBLY
COVER
PLATE
EJECTION
SPRING
RETAINER
WITH THREAD
DIMPLES
SEALING
ASSEMBLY
COMPRESSION
SCREW
DEFLECTOR
(OPERATED
POSITION)
SPRINKLER
WRENCHING
AREA
SOLDER LINK
ELEMENT
LEVER
SOLDER
TAB
DEFLECTOR
CAP
BODY
(1/2" NPT)
SADDLE
SUPPORT
CUP WITH
ROLL FORMED
THREADS
GUIDE
PIN
GUIDE PIN
HOUSING
THREAD INTO
SUPPORT
CUP UNTIL
MOUNTING
SURFACE IS
FLUSH WITH
CEILING
FIGURE 1
RAPID RESPONSE SERIES LFII RESIDENTIAL
CONCEALED PENDENT SPRINKLER (TY3596)

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Maximum
Coverage
Area 1
Ft. x Ft.
(m x m)
Maximum
Spacing
Ft.
(m)
DRY PIPE SYSTEM
Minimum Flow and Residual Pressure 2, 3
Ordinary Temp. Rating
160°F (71°C) Deflector to
Ceiling
Installation
Type
Minimum
Spacing
Ft.
(m)
Flow
GPM
(LPM)
Pressure
psi
(bar)
12 x 12
(3,7 x 3,7)
12
(3,7)
13
(49,2)
7.0
(0,48) Smooth
Ceilings
7/8 to 1-1/8 in.
Beamed
Ceilings per
NFPA 13D or
13R, or 13.
Installed in
beam
7/8 to 1-1/8 in.
below bottom
of beam
Concealed 8
(2,4)
14 x 14
(4,3 x 4,3)
14
(4,3)
14
(53,0)
8.2
(0,57)
16 x 16
(4,9 x 4,9)
16
(4,9)
15
(56,8)
9.4
(0,65)
18 x 18
(5,5 x 5,5)
18
(5,5)
18
(68,1)
13.5
(0,93)
20 x 20
(6,1 x 6,1)
20
(6,1)
21
(79,5)
18.4
(1,27)
Notes:
a. For coverage area dimensions less than or between those indicated, use the minimum required ow for the next highest coverage
area for which hydraulic design criteria are stated.
b. Requirement is based on minimum ow in GPM (LPM) from each sprinkler. The associated residual pressures are calculated us-
ing the nominal K-factor. Refer to Hydraulic Design under the Design Criteria section.
c. For NFPA 13 residential applications, the greater of 0.1 GPM/ft.2over the design area or the ow in accordance with the criteria in
this table must be used.
Maximum
Coverage
Area 1
Ft. x Ft.
(m x m)
Maximum
Spacing
Ft.
(m)
WET PIPE SYSTEM
Minimum Flow and Residual Pressure 2, 3
Ordinary Temp. Rating
160°F (71°C) Deflector to
Ceiling
Installation
Type
Minimum
Spacing
Ft.
(m)
Flow
GPM
(LPM)
Pressure
psi
(bar)
12 x 12
(3,7 x 3,7)
12
(3,7)
13
(49,2)
7.0
(0,48) Smooth
Ceilings
7/8 to 1-1/8 in.
Beamed
Ceilings per
NFPA 13D or
13R, or 13.
Installed in
beam
7/8 to 1-1/8 in.
below bottom
of beam
Concealed 8
(2,4)
14 x 14
(4,3 x 4,3)
14
(4,3)
13
(49,2)
7.0
(0,48)
16 x 16
(4,9 x 4,9)
16
(4,9)
13
(49,2)
7.0
(0,48)
18 x 18
(5,5 x 5,5)
18
(5,5)
17
(64,3)
12.0
(0,83)
20 x 20
(6,1 x 6,1)
20
(6,1)
20
(75,7)
16.7
(1,15)
Notes:
1. For coverage area dimensions less than or between those indicated, use the minimum required ow for the next highest coverage
area for which hydraulic design criteria are stated.
2. Requirement is based on minimum ow in GPM (LPM) from each sprinkler. The associated residual pressures are calculated
using the nominal K-factor. Refer to Hydraulic Design under the Design Criteria section.
3. For NFPA 13 residential applications, the greater of 0.1 GPM/ft.2over the design area or the ow in accordance with the criteria in
this table must be used.
TABLE A
WET PIPE SYSTEM
SERIES LFII RESIDENTIAL 4.9 K-FACTOR FLAT PLATE CONCEALED PENDENT SPRINKLER (TY3596)
NFPA 13D, 13R, AND 13 HYDRAULIC DESIGN CRITERIA
TABLE B
DRY PIPE SYSTEM
RAPID RESPONSE SERIES LFII RESIDENTIAL 4.9 K-FACTOR FLAT PLATE CONCEALED PENDENT (TY3596)
NFPA 13D, 13R, AND 13 HYDRAULIC DESIGN CRITERIA

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Hydraulic Design
(NFPA 13)
For systems designed to NFPA 13, the
number of design sprinklers is to be
the four most hydraulically demanding
sprinklers. The minimum required dis-
charge from each of the four sprinklers
is to be the greater of the following:
• The flow rates given in Tables A and
B as a function of temperature rating
and the maximum allowable cover-
age area
• A minimum discharge of
0.1 G PM / f t. 2over the design area
comprised of the four most hydrauli-
cally demanding sprinklers for actual
coverage areas protected by the four
sprinklers
The number of design sprinklers speci-
fied in NFPA 13 for wet pipe systems is
to be applied when designing dry pipe
systems.
Dry Pipe System Water Delivery
When using the Series LFII Residen-
tial Concealed Pendent Sprinklers in
dry pipe sprinkler systems, the time
for water delivery must not exceed 15
seconds for the most remote operat-
ing sprinkler.
Obstruction to
Water Distribution
Sprinklers are to be located in accor-
dance with the obstruction rules of
NFPA 13D, 13R, and 13 as applicable
for residential sprinklers as well as with
the obstruction criteria described within
the Technical Data Sheet TFP490.
Operational Sensitivity
The sprinklers are to be installed rela-
tive to the ceiling mounting surface as
shown in Figure 2.
Sprinkler Spacing
The minimum spacing between sprin-
klers is 8 ft. (2,4 m). The maximum
spacing between sprinklers cannot
exceed the length of the coverage area
(Ref. Table A or B) being hydraulically
calculated (e.g., maximum 12 ft. for a
12 ft. x 12 ft. coverage area, or 20 feet
for a 20 ft. x 20 ft. coverage area).
The Series LFII must not be used
in applications where the air pres-
sure above the ceiling is greater than
that below. Down drafts through the
Support Cup could delay sprinkler
operation in a re situation.
Installation
The TYCO RAPID RESPONSE Series
LFII Residential Concealed Pendent
Sprinklers (TY3596) must be installed
in accordance with this section.
General Instructions
Damage to the fusible Link Assembly
during installation can be avoided by
handling the sprinkler by the support
cup only. Therefore, do not apply pres-
sure to the fusible Link Assembly.
A 1/2 in. NPT sprinkler joint should be
obtained with a minimum to maximum
torque of 7 to 14 ft-lb (9,5 to 19,0 Nm).
Higher levels of torque may distort the
sprinkler inlet with consequent leakage
or impairment of the sprinkler.
Do not attempt to compensate
for insufficient adjustment in the
Cover Plate Assembly by under-or
over-tightening the Sprinkler. Re-
adjust the position of the sprinkler
fitting to suit.
Step 1. The sprinkler must only be
installed in the pendent position and
with the centerline of the sprinkler per-
pendicular to the mounting surface.
Step 2. Remove the Protective Cap.
Step 3. With pipe thread sealant
applied to the pipe threads, and
using the W-Type 18 Wrench shown
in Figure 3, install and tighten the
Sprinkler/ Support Cup Assembly into
the fitting. The W-Type 18 Wrench will
accept a 1/2 in. ratchet drive.
Step 4. Replace the Protective Cap by
pushing it upwards until it bottoms out
against the Support Cup. The Protec-
tive Cap helps prevent damage to the
Deflector and Guide Pins during ceiling
installation and/or during application of
the finish coating of the ceiling. It may
also be used to locate the center of the
clearance hole by gently pushing the
ceiling material against the center point
of the Cap.
Note: As long as the protective Cap
remains in place, the system is consid-
ered to be “Out Of Service.”
3-3/16" DIA.
(81,0 mm)
1/2"
NPT
2-1/2" DIA.
(63,5 mm)
MOUNTING
SURFACE
3/16"
(4,8 mm)
1/8" GAP
(3,2 mm)
FACE OF
SPRINKLER
FITTING
7/8" (22,2 mm)
1-1/8" (28,6 mm)
TIP
DEFLECTOR IN
OPERATED POSITION
1/2" (12,7 mm)
THREADED
ADJUSTMENT
SPRINKLER-
SUPPORT CUP
ASSEMBLY
OPERATED
SPRINKLER
1-7/8"±1/4"
(47,6 mm
±6,4 mm)
SPRINKLER-
SUPPORT CUP
ASSEMBLY
COVER-
RETAINER
ASSEMBLY
COVER
PLATE
RETAINER
DISPOSABLE
PROTECTIVE CAP
FIGURE 2
RAPID RESPONSE SERIES LFII RESIDENTIAL CONCEALED PENDENT SPRINKLER (TY3596)
INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS, PROTECTIVE CAP, AND ACTIVATED DEFLECTOR
WRENCH
RECESS
PUSH WRENCH
IN TO ENSURE
ENGAGEMENT
WITH SPRINKLER
WRENCHING AREA
FIGURE 3
W-T YPE 18
SPRINKLER WRENCH

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Step 5. After the ceiling has been com-
pleted with the 2-1/2 in. (63 mm) diam-
eter clearance hole and in preparation
for installing the Cover Plate Assembly,
remove and discard the Protective Cap,
and verify that the Deflector moves up
and down freely.
If the sprinkler has been damaged and
the Deflector does not move up and
down freely, replace the entire sprinkler
assembly. Do not attempt to modify or
repair a damaged sprinkler.
Step 6. Push on the Cover Plate
Assembly until its flange comes in
contact with the ceiling.
Do not continue to push on the Cover
Plate Assembly such that it lifts a
ceiling panel out of its normal position.
If the Cover Plate Assembly cannot
be engaged with the Mounting Cup
or the Cover Plate Assembly cannot
be engaged sufficiently to contact the
ceiling, the Sprinkler Fitting must be
repositioned.
Care and
Maintenance
The TYCO RAPID RESPONSE
Series LFII Residential Concealed
Pendent Sprinklers (TY3596) must be
maintained and serviced in accordance
with this section.
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 protection
system must be obtained from the
proper authorities and all personnel
who may be affected by this action
must be notified.
Absence of a Cover Plate may delay the
sprinkler operation in a fire situation.
When properly installed, there is
a nominal 1/8 in. (3,2 mm) air gap
between the lip of the Cover Plate and
the ceiling, as shown in Figure 2. This
air gap is necessary for proper oper-
ation of the sprinkler by allowing heat
flow from a fire to pass below and
above the Cover Plate to help assure
appropriate release of the Cover Plate
in a fire situation. If the ceiling is to be
repainted after the installation of the
Sprinkler, care must be exercised to
ensure that the new paint does not seal
off any of the air gap.
Factory painted Cover Plates must not
be repainted. They should be replaced,
if necessary, by factory painted
units. Non-factory applied paint may
adversely delay or prevent sprinkler
operation in the event of a fire.
Do not pull the Cover Plate relative to
the Enclosure. Separation may result.
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 otherwise
altered after leaving the factory. Modi-
fied or over heated sprinklers must be
replaced.
Care must be exercised to avoid
damage 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
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 other authorities
having jurisdiction. Contact the install-
ing contractor or product manufacturer
with any questions.
The owner must assure that the sprin-
klers are not used for hanging any
objects and that the sprinklers are only
cleaned by means of gently dusting
with a feather duster; otherwise, non-
operation in the event of a fire or inad-
vertent operation may result.
Automatic sprinkler systems should be
inspected, tested, and maintained by a
qualified Inspection Service in accor-
dance 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
Specify: Series LFII (TY3596) 4.9K Res-
idential Concealed Pendent Sprinkler,
P/N 51-112-1-160
Note: Sprinkler and Cover Plates are
separately sold. See below for Cover
Plate ordering information.
Cover Plate Assemblies
Specify: LFII/RFIII Concealed Sprinkler
Cover Plate Assembly, (specify finish),
P/N (specify):
Ivo r y ( R AL10 15 ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56-204-0-135
Beige (RAL1001) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56-204-2-135
Pure White (RAL9010)* . . . . . . . . . 56-204-3-135
Signal White (RAL9003)* . . . . . . . . 56-204-4-135
Grey White (RAL9002) . . . . . . . . . . 56-204-5-135
Brown (RAL8028). . . . . . . . . . . . . .56-204-6-135
Black (RAL9005) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56-204-7-135
Brushed Brass ................56-204- 8 -135
Brushed Chrome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56-204-9-135
Brass .......................56 -204-1-135
Custom Paint .................56-204-X-135
*Eastern Hemisphere sales only
**Previously known as Bright White
Note: All Custom Cover Plates are
painted using Sherwin Williams Interior
Latex Paint. Contact Tyco Customer
Service with any questions related to
custom orders.
Sprinkler Wrench
Specify: W-Type 18 Sprinkler Wrench,
P/N 56-000-1-265

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