Tyco Ultra K17 K-factor User manual

Ultra K17 — 16.8 K-factor
Upright Control Mode Specific Application Sprinkler
Standard Response, 155°F (68°C) & 200°F (93°C)
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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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General
Description
The TYCO 16.8 K-factor, Ultra K17,
Standard Response, Upright Control
Mode Specific Application Sprinkler
(Ref. Figure 1) is an automatic sprinkler
of the frangible bulb type. It is intended
for use with National Fire Protection
Association “Control Mode Specific
Application” installation criteria for
the protection of high piled storage. It
may also be utilized as a 16.8 K-factor,
upright, standard response “Storage
Sprinkler” in accordance with Factory
Mutual Loss Prevention Data Sheets.
(See FM 2-0 and 8-9 for specific design
and installation criteria.)
The Ultra K17 Sprinkler can provide a
higher level of protection than other
standard spray sprinklers and, in some
cases, it can provide an economi-
cal advantage by eliminating in-rack
sprinklers.
Applications for the Ultra K17 Upright
Control Mode Specific Application
Sprinkler are expanding beyond the
current “specific application” listings/
approvals. For information regard-
ing research fire tests which may be
acceptable to an authority having juris-
diction, please contact the Technical
Services Department.
NOTICE
The Ultra K17, Standard Response,
Upright Control Mode Specific Applica-
tion Sprinkler described herein must be
installed and maintained in compliance
with this document and with the appli-
cable standards of the National Fire
Protection Association, 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.
Sprinkler
Identification
Number (SIN)
T Y 7153
TY7153 is a redesignation for C7153,
G1887, and S8042.
Technical
Data
Approvals
UL and C-UL Listed
FM and NYC Approved
Specific details for laboratory listings and
approvals given in Table A. The approvals
apply to the service conditions indicated in
the Design Criteria section.
Maximum Working Pressure
175 psi (12,1 bar)
Pipe Thread Connection
3/4 inch NPT
Discharge Coefficient
K = 16.8 GPM/psi1/2
(241,9 LPM/bar1/2)
Temperature Ratings
Refer to Table A
Finish
Natural Brass
Physical Characteristics
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bronze
Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bronze
Sealing Assembly ..Beryllium Nickel w/TEFLON
Bulb (5 mm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Glass
Compression Screw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brass
Deflector ..............Chrome Plated Brass

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Design
Criteria
UL and C-UL Listing Requirements
The TYCO 16.8 K-factor, Ultra K17,
Standard Response, Upright Control
Mode Specific Application Sprin-
kler may be installed in accordance
with NFPA 13 “Control Mode Spe-
cific Application Sprinkler (for Storage
Use)” requirements to provide ceiling
only protection (that is, no in-rack
sprinklers) for high piled storage occu-
pancies (Solid-piled, palletized and
rack storage including but not limited to
Class I-IV and Group A plastics) using
the criteria from NFPA 13.
FM Approval Requirements
The TYCO 16.8 K-factor, Ultra K17
(TY7153) Sprinklers may be installed
with the applicable “storage sprinkler”
guidelines provided by Factory Mutual.
(FM guidelines may differ from UL and
C-UL Listing criteria.)
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 sprinkler to
activate and flow water.
Installation
The TYCO 16.8 K-factor, Ultra K17,
Standard Response, Upright Control
Mode Specific Application Sprinkler
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 horizontal, a small air bubble
should be present. The diameter of the
air bubble is approximately 1/16 inch
(1,6 mm).
NOTICE
Obtain a 3/4 inch NPT sprinkler joint
by applying a minimum to maximum
torque of 7 to 14 ft.-lbs. (9,5 to 19,0
Nm). Higher levels of torque can distort
the sprinkler Inlet with consequent
leakage or impairment of the sprinkler.
Step 1. With pipe thread sealant
applied to the pipe threads, hand
tighten the Ultra K17 Sprinkler into the
sprinkler fitting.
Step 2. Using the W-Type 8 Sprinkler
Wrench (Ref. Figure 2) applied to the
sprinkler Wrench Flats (Ref. Figure 1),
tighten the Ultra K17 Sprinkler into the
sprinkler fitting.
Care and
Maintenance
The TYCO 16.8 K-factor, Ultra K17,
Standard Response, Upright Control
Mode Specific Application Sprinkler
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 systems must
be obtained from the proper authorities
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 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).
SPRINKLER FINISH
TYPE TEMPERATURE BULB
LIQUID NATURAL BRASS WITH CHROME DEFLECTOR
UPRIGHT K = 16.8 (TY7153)
155°F (68°C) Red 3, 4
200°F (93°C) Green 1, 2, 3, 4
NOTES:
a. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL Listed)
b. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. for use in Canada (C-UL Listed)
c. Approved by Factory Mutual Research Corporation (FM Approved)
d. Approved by the City of New York under MEA 177-03-E
TABLE A
LABORATORY LISTINGS AND APPROVALS
(REFER TO THE DESIGN CRITERIA SECTION)

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The owner is responsible for the inspec-
tion, 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.
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 NPT
Thread Connections
Specify: Ultra K17 (TY7153), K = 16.8,
Upright Control Mode Specific Appli-
cation Sprinkler, Standard Response,
(specify) temperature rating.
Upright (SIN TY7153)
155°F ( 68°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51-887-1-155
200°F (93°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51-887-1-200
Sprinkler Wrench
Specify: W-Type 8 Sprinkler Wrench,
P/N 56-892-1-001
WRENCH
RECESS
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UPRIGHTCROSS SECTION
1
2
3
4
5
6
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2
Button
Compression
Screw
Bulb
Sealing Assembly
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6
-
4
5
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3
-
Frame
1
-
Deector 2-3/8"
(60,3 mm)
WRENCH
FLAT
Temperature rating is
indicated on deector.
1/2"
(12,7 mm)
NOMINAL
MAKE-IN
3/4"
NPT
FIGURE 1
ULTRA K17, 155°F (68°C) & 200°F (93°C),
UPRIGHT SPRINKLER (TY7153)
FIGURE 2
W-TYPE 8
SPRINKLER WRENCH

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