Uponor AquaSAFE User manual

AquaSAFE™quick reference guide
for residential re safety systems
This guide is meant for reference only and does not intend to
cover all applications or specic construction features. Always
follow the requirements of NFPA 13D, sprinkler listings and
local codes and ordinances. If in doubt about any requirements,
contact the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
Jobsite review
Always review the design prints and walk the job to verify before
starting the installation.
Sprinkler locations
Mark sprinkler mounting locations—indicate sprinkler node
(e.g., H13) from the design print.
Sprinkler mounting details
Correct placement of ProPEX® re sprinkler adapters depend
on the type of sprinkler heads and the thickness of the ceiling
material being used. Refer to the design prints for proper
mounting dimensions. Always eld verify with escutcheons
or cover plates to ensure proper t (measure and/or test with
ceiling material).
Tubing supports
Only use Uponor tube talons (F7050750 or F7051000) or
other supports intended for plastic tubing. Refer to Table 1
for tubing supports.
AquaSAFE™ systems
Use ProPEX engineered polymer (EP) or lead-free (LF) brass
tees or EP multiport tees between sprinkler adapters to connect
cold-water plumbing xtures.
Pendent sprinklers
Typically mount 1" from the face of the ceiling. Refer to the
sprinkler manufacturer’s guideline installation bulletin(s) for
specic sprinkler listings and mounting requirements.
Sidewall sprinklers
Typically mount 4" to 6" from the ceiling; may be located up to
12" from the ceiling to avoid obstructions. Design prints and
hydraulic calculations must reect mounting positions 6" to 12".
Sprinkler deectors
Always mount parallel to the plane of the ceiling.
Sloped ceilings
Refer to the sprinkler manufacturer’s guideline installation
bulletin(s) for specic ow, pressure, coverage and listing
information when installing sprinklers in sloped ceiling
applications. At least one sprinkler must be installed within 3'
vertically from the ridgeline.
Heat sources
Maintain 12" spacing between Uponor AquaPEX® tubing and
heating ducts or recessed lighting xtures. Refer to Table 4 on
the back of this page for minimum sprinkler spacing from heating
ducts, diffusers and other heat sources.
Attic spaces (insulation)
Ensure adequate insulation when running tubing in attic
spaces. Refer to NFPA 13D, Annex A or the Uponor AquaSAFE
Attic Insulation Guidelines on uponorpro.com for additional
information.
Field modications
Submit marked-up design prints to Uponor Design Services
at [e-mail]. Some changes may require
additional hydraulic calculations.
Flow test verication
Uponor recommends submission of a Flow Test Verication
Form for every installation. Refer to the AquaSAFE Flow Test
Instruction Sheet available on uponorpro.com. Be sure to use
the proper test orice.
Warning sign
Afx adjacent to the main shutoff valve.
Sprinkler spacing
Refer to Table 2 on the back of this page for sprinkler spacing
requirements. Always refer to the NFPA 13D Standard, the
sprinkler manufacturer’s guideline installation bulletin(s) or
contact Uponor Design Services at [e-mail]
for special requirements.
Tubing support table
Horizontal runs,
unsupported
Horizontal runs,
supported Vertical runs
Every 32" Every 72"
Every 4' to 5';
at each floor with a
mid-story guide
When installed in exposed (unfinished) areas, metal hangers designed
for use with non-metallic tubing are required every 24".
Table 1: Tubing support table

Exposed (unnished) areas
Uponor AquaPEX® and ProPEX ttings may be installed and
left exposed with dimensional lumber, engineered wood, wood
I-joists up to 16" deep and wood oor trusses up to 18" deep with
on-center spacing of 12" to 24". Metal hangers designed for non-
metallic tubing must be used in these areas (see Table 1). Refer to
installation instructions and/or listings for additional requirements
and limitations.
Uponor, Inc.
5925 148th Street West
Apple Valley, MN 55124
USA
T 800.321.4739
F 952.891.2008
Uponor Ltd.
2000 Argentia Rd., Plaza 1, Ste. 200
Mississauga, ON L5N 1W1
CANADA
T 888.994.7726
F 800.638.9517
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Spacing requirement table
Minimum spacing
between sprinklers
Dependent on sprinkler (8' is typical); verify
with manufacturer’s sprinkler guideline
bulletin(s); refer to NFPA 13D, 2016
Edition, 8.1.1 for sloped ceilings
Maximum spacing
between sprinklers
Per design spacing noted on plan (e.g.,
spacing can be 12' x 12' up to 20' x 20')
Minimum distance
from wall
Pendent sprinklers can be no closer than
4" from wall
Maximum spacing away
from a wall
Half the design spacing noted on plan
(e.g., spacing can be 12' x 12' up to 20' x 20';
therefore max. distance from wall could be
from 6ꞌ up to 10ꞌ)
Spacing from non-
continuous obstructions
36" from the center of the obstruction;
refer to NFPA 13D, 2016 Edition, 8.2.5 for
more information
Table 2: Spacing requirement table
Position of pendent sprinklers to avoid obstructions
Distance from
sprinklers to side of
obstruction (A)
Maximum allowable distance of
deflector above bottom of obstruction
in inches (B)
Less than 1ꞌ 6" 0
1ꞌ 6" to less than 3' 1
3ꞌ to less than 4ꞌ 3
4ꞌ to less than 4ꞌ 6" 5
4ꞌ 6" to less than 6ꞌ 7
6ꞌ to less than 6ꞌ 6" 9
6ꞌ 6" to less than 7' 11
7ꞌ and greater 14
Table 3: Position of pendent sprinklers to avoid obstructions to discharge
Source: NFPA 13D, 2016 Edition, Table 8.2.5.3.2, Position of pendent sprinklers to avoid
obstructions to discharge (refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2).
Minimum distances for ordinary-temperature
residential sprinklers
Heat source
Minimum distance
from edge of
source in inches
Side of open or recessed fireplace 36
Front of recessed fireplace 60
Coal- or wood-burning stove 42
Kitchen range 18
Wall oven 18
Hot-air flues 18
Uninsulated heat ducts 18
Uninsulated hot water pipes 12
Side of ceiling- or wall-mounted hot-air diffusers 24
Front of ceiling- or wall-mounted hot-air diffusers 36
Hot-water heater or furnace 6
Light fixture (0 W to 250 W) 6
Light fixture (250 W to 499 W) 12
Table 4: Minimum distances for ordinary-temperature residential sprinklers
Source: NFPA 13D, 2016 Edition, Table 7.5.6.3, Minimum distances for ordinary temperature
residential sprinklers
Continuous obstructions
Figure 1: Sprinkler positioning
Source: NFPA 13D, 2016 Edition, Figure
8.2.5.3.2, Positioning of sprinkler to avoid
obstruction to discharge
Figure 2: Sprinkler positioning
Source: NFPA 13D, 2016 Edition, Figure
8.2.5.3.3(a), Positioning of sprinkler to
avoid obstruction against walls (i.e.,
pendent sprinkler with respect to a soft)