Tyco TY-FRB Series Instruction Manual

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Series TY-FRB — 5.6 K-factor
Horizontal and Vertical Sidewall Sprinklers
Quick Response, Standard Coverage
General
Description
The Series TY-FRB, 5.6 K-factor, Hori-
zontal and Vertical Sidewall Sprinklers
described in this data sheet are quick
response -standard coverage, dec-
orative 3 mm glass bulb type spray
sprinklers designed for use in light and
ordinary hazard, commercial occu-
pancies such as banks, hotels, shop-
ping malls, etc. They are designed for
installation along a wall or the side of
a beam and just beneath a smooth
ceiling. Sidewall sprinklers are com-
monly used instead of pendent or
upright sprinklers due to aesthetics or
building construction considerations,
where piping across the ceiling is not
desirable.
The recessed version of the Series
TY-FRB Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler
is intended for use in areas with a fin-
ished wall. It uses a two-piece Style
10 Recessed Escutcheon with 1/2 in.
(12,7 mm) of recessed adjustment or up
to 3/4 in. (19,1 mm) of total adjustment
from the flush sidewall position, or a
two-piece Style 20 Recessed Escutch-
eon with 1/4 in. (6,4 mm) of recessed
adjustment or up to 1/2 in. (12,7 mm)
of total adjustment from the flush side-
wall position. The adjustment provided
by the recessed escutcheon reduces
the accuracy to which the fixed pipe
nipples to the sprinklers must be cut.
Corrosion resistant coatings, where
applicable, are utilized to extend the life
of copper alloy sprinklers beyond that
which would otherwise be obtained
when exposed to corrosive atmo-
spheres. Although corrosion resistant
coated sprinklers have passed the
standard corrosion tests of the appli-
cable approval agencies, the testing is
not representative of all possible cor-
rosive atmospheres. Consequently,
it is recommended that the end user
be consulted with respect to the suit-
ability of these coatings for any given
corrosive environment. The effects of
ambient temperature, concentration of
chemicals, and gas/chemical velocity,
should be considered, as a minimum,
along with the corrosive nature of the
chemical to which the sprinklers will be
exposed.
NOTICE
The Series TY-FRB Sprinklers
described 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 (NFPA), 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 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
Numbers
TY3331. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Horizontal
TY3431. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vertical

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Temperature Ratings
See Table A
Finishes
Sprinkler: Refer to Table C
Recessed Escutcheon: Signal or Pure
White, Jet Black, Grey Aluminum, Chrome
Plated, or Brass Plated
Physical Characteristics
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bronze
Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brass/Copper
Sealing Assembly ..Beryllium Nickel w/TEFLON
Bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Glass
Compression Screw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bronze
HSW Deflector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bronze
VSW Deflector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Copper
Technical
Data
Approvals
UL and C-UL Listed
FM Approved
LPCB Approved
NYC Approved
EAC Approved
Note: For complete approval infor-
mation, including corrosion resistant
status, see Table A.
Maximum Working Pressure
See Table B
Discharge Coefficient
K=5.6 GPM/psi1/2 (80,6 LPM/bar1/2)
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.
Design
Criteria
The Series TY-FRB, 5.6 K-factor, Hori-
zontal and Vertical Sidewall Sprinklers
are intended for fire protection systems
designed in accordance with the stan-
dard installation rules recognized by
the applicable Listing or Approval
agency, for example, the UL Listing is
based on the requirements of NFPA
13, and FM Approval is based on the
requirements of FM’s Loss Prevention
Data Sheets. Only the Style 10 or 20
Recessed Escutcheon, as applicable,
is to be used for recessed horizontal
installations.
Installation
The Series TY-FRB, 5.6 K-factor, Hori-
zontal and Vertical Sidewall Sprinklers
must be installed in accordance with
this section.
General Instructions
Do not install any bulb type sprinkler
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 in.
(1,6 mm) for the 135°F (57°C) to
3/32 in. (2,4 mm) for the 286°F (141°C)
temperature ratings.
A leak tight 1/2 in. NPT sprinkler joint
should be obtained with a torque of
7 to 14 lb-ft (9,5 to 19,0 N·m). Higher
levels of torque may distort the sprin-
kler and cause leakage or impairment
of the sprinkler.
Do not attempt to make-up for insuf-
ficient adjustment in the escutcheon
plate by under-or over-tightening the
sprinkler. Readjust the position of the
sprinkler fitting to suit.
1
2
3
4
6
5
**
*
*
**
*
Pipe thread connections
per ISO 7-1 can be
provided on special
request
Temperature rating is
indicated on Deector
Sealing
Assembly
Button
Frame
Bulb
Deector
Compression
Screw
ESCUTCHEON
PLATE SEATING
SURFACE
1-13/16"
(46,0 mm)
CENTERLINE
OF SPRINKLER
WATERWAY
2-7/8" DIA.
(73,0 mm)
STYLE 10 or 20
RECESSED
ESCUTCHEON
2-3/16"
(55,6 mm)
DEFLECTOR
HAT
9/16"
(14,3 mm)
WRENCH
FLATS
1-1/2"
(38,1 mm)
7/16"
(11,1 mm)
NOMINAL
MAKE-IN
1/2"
NPT
-
-
-
-
-
-
642
5
31
FIGURE 1
5.6 K-FACTOR QUICK RESPONSE
SERIES TY-FRB HORIZONTAL SIDEWALL (TY3331) SPRINKLERS

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Series TY-FRB Horizontal and
Vertical Sidewall Sprinkler
Installation
The Series TY-FRB Horizontal and
Vertical Sidewall Sprinklers must be
installed in accordance with the fol-
lowing instructions.
Step 1. Horizontal sidewall sprinklers
are to be installed in the horizontal
position with their centerline of water-
way perpendicular to the back wall and
parallel to the ceiling. The word “TOP”
on the Deflector is to face towards the
ceiling.
Vertical sidewall sprinklers are to be
installed in the pendent or upright
position with the arrow on the Deflec-
tor pointing away from the wall.
Step 2. With pipe thread sealant
applied to the pipe threads, hand
tighten the sprinkler into the sprinkler
fitting.
Step 3. Tighten the sprinkler into the
sprinkler fitting using only the W-Type 6
Sprinkler Wrench as shown in Figure 5.
Apply the W-Type 6 Sprinkler Wrench
to the wrench flats as shown in Figure
1 and Figure 2.
Series TY-FRB Recessed
Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler
Installation
The Series TY-FRB Recessed Horizon-
tal Sidewall Sprinklers must be installed
in accordance with this section.
Step A. Recessed horizontal sidewall
sprinklers are to be installed in the hori-
zontal position with their centerline of
waterway perpendicular to the back
wall and parallel to the ceiling. The
word “TOP” on the Deflector is to face
towards the ceiling.
Step B. After installing the Style 10 or
20 Mounting Plate over the sprinkler
threads, hand tighten the sprinkler into
the sprinkler fitting.
Step C. Tighten the sprinkler into the
sprinkler fitting using only the W-Type
7 Recessed Sprinkler Wrench, as
shown in Figure 6. Apply the W-Type
7 Recessed Sprinkler Wrench to the
sprinkler wrench flats as shown in
Figure 1.
Step D. After the ceiling has been
installed or the finish coat has been
applied, slide on the Style 10 or 20
Closure over the Series TY-FRB Sprin-
kler and push the Closure over the
Mounting Plate until its flange comes
in contact with the ceiling.
Care and
Maintenance
The Series TY-FRB, 5.6 K-factor, Hori-
zontal and Vertical Sidewall Sprinklers
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 that
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 an escutcheon, which is
used to cover a clearance hole, may
delay the time to sprinkler operation in
a fire situation.
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 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 sprikler
that has a cracked bulb or that has lost
liquid from its bulb. (Ref. Installation
Section).
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.
Frequent visual inspections are rec-
ommended to be initially performed
for corrosion resistant coated sprin-
klers, after the installation has been
completed, to verify the integrity
of the corrosion resistant coating.
Thereafter, annual inspections per
NFPA 25 should suffice; however,
instead of inspecting from the floor
level, a random sampling of close-up
visual inspections should be made, so
as to better determine the exact sprin-
kler condition and the long term integ-
rity of the corrosion resistant coating,
as it may be affected by the corrosive
conditions present.
The owner is responsible for the
inspection, testing, and maintenance of
**
* **
*
*
PENDENT UPRIGHT SECTION
CROSSSHOWN SHOWN
1-1/2"
(38,1 mm)
ESCUTCHEON
PLATE SEATING
SURFACE
2-3/16"
(55,6 mm)
WRENCH
FLATS
1/2"
NPT
7/16"
(11,1 mm)
NOMINAL
MAKE-IN
ARROW MUST
POINT AWAY
FROM AND BE
PERPENDICULAR
TO THE BACK
WALL SURFACE
7
2-3/16"
(55,6 mm)
3
1
6
5
2
4
Pipe thread
connections
per ISO 7-1 can
be provided on
special request.
Temperature
rating is
indicated on
Deector.
1
2
Sealing
Assembly
Button
Frame
-
-Bulb
3-
4-
6-Deector
Compression
Screw
5-
FLOW
Ejection
Spring
7-
FIGURE 2
5.6 K-FACTOR QUICK RESPONSE
SERIES TY-FRB VERTICAL SIDEWALL (TY3431) SPRINKLERS

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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 other authorities
having jurisdiction. Contact the install-
ing contractor or product manufacturer
with any questions.
It is recommended that automatic
sprinkler systems be inspected, tested,
and maintained by a qualified Inspec-
tion Service in accordance with local
requirements and/or national codes.
WRENCH RECESS
(END "A" USED FOR
1/2" NPT MODELS)
WRENCH
RECESS
PUSH WRENCH
IN TO ENSURE
ENGAGEMENT
WITH SPRINKLER
WRENCHING AREA
1" (25,4 mm)
1-1/4" (31,8 mm)
CLOSURE
1/4" (6,4 mm)
1/2" (12,7 mm)
1/2±1/8"
(12,7±3,2 mm)
2-7/8" DIA.
(73,0 mm)
MOUNTING
SURFACE
SERIES
TY-FRB
MOUNTING
PLATE
FACE OF
SPRINKLER
FITTING
2-1/4" DIA.
(57,2 mm)
1/8"
(3,2 mm)
2-7/8" DIA.
(73,0 mm)
MOUNTING
SURFACE
CLOSURE
1-1/4" (31,8 mm)
3/4" (19,1 mm)
SERIES
TY-FRB
MOUNTING
PLATE
3/4" (19,1 mm)
1/8"
(3,2 mm)
1/4" (6,4 mm)
FACE OF
SPRINKLER
FITTING
5/8±1/4"
(15,9±6,4 mm)
2-1/4" DIA.
(57,2 mm)
FIGURE 5
W-T YPE 6
SPRINKLER WRENCH
FIGURE 6
W-TYPE 7 RECESSED
SPRINKLER WRENCH
FIGURE 4
SERIES TY-FRB RECESSED HORIZONTAL SIDEWALL SPRINKLER
WITH TWO-PIECE 1/2 INCH TOTAL ADJUSTMENT
STYLE 20 RECESSED ESCUTCHEON
FIGURE 3
SERIES TY-FRB RECESSED HORIZONTAL SIDEWALL SPRINKLER
WITH TWO-PIECE 3/4 INCH TOTAL ADJUSTMENT
STYLE 10 RECESSED ESCUTCHEON

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Sprinkler Finish12
K-factor Type Temperature Bulb
Liquid Natural Brass Chrome Plated PolyestercLead Coated
5.6
1/2 in.
NPT
Horizontal
Sidewall
(TY3331)
135°F (57°C) Orange
1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11 1, 2, 3, 9, 11 1, 2, 3, 9, 11
155°F (68°C) Red
175°F (79°C) Yellow
200°F (93°C) Green
286°F (141°C) Blue
Recessed
Horizontal
Sidewall
(TY3331)a
See Figure 3
135°F (57°C) Orange
1, 2, 4, 9, 10, 11 1, 2, 9, 11 N/A
155°F (68°C) Red
175°F (79°C) Yellow
200°F (93°C) Green
Recessed
Horizontal
Sidewall
(TY3331)b
See Figure 4
135°F (57°C) Orange
1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 11 N/A
155°F (68°C) Red
175°F (79°C) Yellow
200°F (93°C) Green
5.6
1/2 in.
NPT
Vertical
Sidewall
(TY3431)
Installed
Pendent
or
Upright
135°F (57°C) Orange
5, 6, 7, 8, 9 5, 6, 7, 9
155°F (68°C) Red
175°F (79°C) Yellow
200°F (93°C) Green
286°F (141°C) Blue
NOTES:
1. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) as Quick Response Sprinklers for use in Light and Ordinary Hazard Occupancies at a 4 to 12 in. (100 to 300 mm) top of deector
to ceiling distance.
2. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. for use in Canada (C-UL) as Quick Response Sprinklers for use in Light and Ordinary Hazard Occupancies at a 4 to 12 in. (100 to
300 mm) top of deector to ceiling distance.
3. Approved by Factory Mutual Research Corporation (FM) as Quick Response Sprinklers for use in Light Hazard Occupancies at a 4 to 12 in. (100 to 300 mm) top of deector to
ceiling distance.
4. Approved by the Loss Prevention Certication Board (LPCB Ref. No. 007a/04) at a 4 to 6 in. (100 to 150 mm) top of deector to ceiling distance. The LPC does not rate the
thermal sensitivity of horizontal sidewall sprinklers.
5. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. as Quick Response Sprinklers for use in Light and Ordinary Hazard Occupancies.
6. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories for use in Canada (C-UL) as Quick Response Sprinklers for use in Light and Ordinary Hazard Occupancies.
7. Approved by Factory Mutual Research Corporation (FM) as Quick Response Sprinklers for use in Light Hazard Occupancies.
8. Approved by the Loss Prevention Certication Board (LPCB Ref. No. 094a/06 & 007a/04) as Quick Response Sprinklers.
9. Approved by the City of New York under MEA 354-01-E.
10. Approved by the Loss Prevention Certication Board (LPCB Ref. No. 094a/06) at a 4 to 6 in. (100 to 150 mm) top of deector to ceiling distance. The LPC does not rate the ther-
mal sensitivity of horizontal sidewall sprinklers.
11. EAC Approved.
12. Where Polyester Coated and Lead Coated Sprinklers are noted to be UL and C-UL Listed, the sprinklers are UL and C-UL Listed as Corrosion Resistant Sprinklers.
Where Lead Coated Sprinklers are noted to be FM Approved, the sprinklers are FM Approved as Corrosion Resistant Sprinklers.
a. Installed with Style 10 (1/2 in. NPT) 3/4 in.Total Adjustment Recessed Escutcheon.
b. Installed with Style 20 (1/2 in. NPT) 1/2 in. Total Adjustment Recessed Escutcheon.
c. Frame and deector only.
TABLE A
LABORATORY LISTINGS AND APPROVALS

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Warranty
For warranty terms and conditions, visit
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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 NPT
Thread Connections:
Specify: Series TY-FRB (specify SIN),
(specify K-factor), (specify) Horizontal
Sidewall or Vertical Sidewall Sprinkler,
Standard Response, Standard
Coverage, (specify) temperature
rating, (specify) finish or coating, P/N
(specify from Table C)
Recessed Escutcheon
Specify: Style (10 or 20) Recessed
Escutcheon with (specify*) finish, P/N
(specify*)
* Refer to Technical Data Sheet TFP770
Sprinkler Wrench
Specify: W-Type 6 Sprinkler Wrench,
P/N 56-000-6-387
Specify: W-Type 7 Sprinkler Wrench,
P/N 56-850-4-001
NOTES:
1. The maximum working pressure of 250 psi (17,2 bar) only applies to the Listing by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL); the Listing by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. for use in
Canada (C-UL); and, the Approval by the City of New York.
SPRINKLER
FINISH
1NATURAL BRASS
3PURE WHITE (RAL9010)1
POLYESTER
4SIGNAL WHITE (RAL9003)
POLYESTER
5JET BLACK (RAL9005)2
POLYESTER
7LE AD COATED
9CHROME PLATED
NOTES:
1. Eastern Hemisphere sales only.
2. Available in 155°F (68°C) or 200°F (93°C
temperature rating only.
SIN
378 HORIZONTAL SIDEWALL TY3331
375 VERTICAL SIDEWALL TY3431
TEMPERATURE
RATINGS
135 135°F (57°C)
155 155°F (68°C)
175 175°F (79°C)
200 200°F (93°C)
286 286°F (141°C)
P/N 57 – XXX – X – XXX
Sprinkler Finish
K-Factor Type Natural Brass Chrome Plated Polyester Lead Coated
5.6 1/2
in. NPT
Horizontal Sidewall (TY3331) 250 psi (17,2 bar)
or
175 psi (12,1 bar)
(See Note 1)
Recessed Horizontal
Sidewall (TY3331)
Vertical Sidewall
(TY3431) 175 psi (12,1 bar)
TABLE B
MAXIMUM WORKING PRESSURE
TABLE C
PART NUMBER SELECTION
SERIES TY-FRB HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL SIDEWALL SPRINKLERS