Viking C-1 Window Sprinkler Instruction manual

1. PRODUCT NAME
Viking Model C-1 Window Sprinklers
•Base Part Nos. 01320B through
01326B (Sprinkler Identification Nos.
VK790 through VK796*)
* Identification numbers provided in accordance
with the 1999 edition of NFPA 13, Section 3-2.2.
2. MANUFACTURER
The Viking Corporation
210 N. Industrial Park Road
Hastings, Michigan 49058 U.S.A.
Telephone: [phone]
[phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
VikingWindow Sprinklersare non-auto-
matic, open, "outside" sprinklers in-
tended for protectionof windows, walls,
androofsagainstexposurefires. Thedi-
rectional discharge produces a flat 180°
fan-shaped spray pattern. Used to pro-
duce a water curtain, they are installed
on manual or automatic deluge sys-
tems.
4. TECHNICAL DATA
LISTINGS AND APPROVALS
Refer to Table 1 on page 12.
•ULListed,GuideNo.VOKR,Control
No. 589A
•ULofCanadaListed,GuideNo.2260
Thenozzleorificesizeisstampedonthe
wrench boss.
MATERIAL: Brass, CDA 360
AVAILABLE FINISHES: Brass and
Chrome
5. AVAILABILITY & SERVICE
Viking products are available through a
network of domestic, Canadian, and
international distributors. See the Yel-
low Pages of the telephone directory
(listed under “Sprinklers-Automatic-
Fire”) or contact The Viking Corpora-
tion.
Viking Technical Data may be found on
The Viking Corporation’s Web site at
http://www.vikingcorp.com.
The Web site may include a more recent
edition of this Technical Data page.
6. GUARANTEES
For details of warranty, refer to Viking’s
current list price schedule or contact Vi-
king directly.
7. INSTALLATION
WARNING: Viking Window Sprinklers
are manufactured and tested to meet
the rigid requirements of the approving
agency.Thenozzlesaredesigned to be
installedinaccordancewithrecognized
installation standards. Deviation from
the standards or any alteration to the
nozzle after it leaves the factory includ-
ing, but not limited to: painting, plating,
coating,ormodification,mayrender the
nozzle inoperative and will automati-
cally nullify the approval and any guar-
anteemadebyTheVikingCorporation.
A. Window sprinklers are to be installed
in accordance with the latest pub-
lished standards of the National Fire
Protection Association, Factory Mu-
tual, Loss Prevention Council,
Assemblee Pleniere, Verband der
Sachversicherer or other similar or-
ganizations, and also with the provi-
sions of governmental codes, ordi-
nances, and standards whenever
applicable.
B. Window sprinklers are installed on
fixedfireprotectionsystems, suchas
deluge systems, where total flood-
ing is required.
C. Corrosion-resistant nozzles must be
installed when subject to corrosive
atmospheres. When installing corro-
sion resistant nozzles, take care not
to damage the corrosion resistant
coating. Viking Window Sprinklers
are not available with corrosion-re-
sistant coatings.
8. MAINTENANCE
NOTICE: The owner is responsible for
maintaining the fire protection system
and devices in proper operating condi-
tion. For minimum maintenance and in-
spection requirements, refer to the Na-
tional Fire Protection Association's
pamphletthatdescribescare andmain-
tenance of sprinkler systems. In addi-
tion, the Authority Having Jurisdiction
may have additional maintenance, test-
ing, and inspection requirements that
must be followed.
A. Window sprinklers must be in-
spected on a regular basis for corro-
sion, mechanical damage, obstruc-
tions, paint, etc. The frequency of in-
spections may vary due to corrosive
atmospheres, water supplies, and
activity around the device.
B. Nozzles that have been painted or
mechanically damaged must be re-
placed immediately. Nozzles show-
ingsigns ofcorrosionshall betested
and/or replaced immediately as re-
quired.
C. The window sprinklers' dis-
charge pattern is critical for proper
fire protection, therefore, nothing
should be hung from, attachedto, or
Form No. F_051800
Spray Nozzle 11
November 1, 2000
TECHNICAL DATA
Replaces page 11-12, dated January, 1987
(added Sprinkler Identification Numbers).
WINDOW SPRINKLERS
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otherwise obstruct the discharge
pattern. All obstructions must be im-
mediately removed or, if necessary,
additional nozzles installed.
D. When replacing existing nozzles, the
system must be removed from ser-
vice.Refertotheappropriatesystem
description and/or valve instruc-
tions. Prior to removing the system
from service, notify all Authorities
Having Jurisdiction. Consideration
should be given to employment of a
fire patrol in the affected area.
1. Remove the system from service,
drain all water, and relieve all
pressure on the piping.
2. Remove the old nozzle and install
the new unit. Care must be taken
to replace the nozzle with a new
one that is the proper model with
the correct orifice size.
3. Place the system back in service
and secure all valves.
Spray Nozzle 12 November1,2000
Form No. F_051800
WINDOW SPRINKLERS
TECHNICAL DATA
Base
Part No. Identification No.1NPT Thread Size Orifice Size Nominal
K-Factor Height Hex Wrench Boss Size Listings and Approvals
Inches mm Inches mm U.S. metric Inches mm Inches mm UL ULC FM NYC
01320B VK790 1/2 15 1/4 61.5 2,1 1-3/4 44 1 25 Yes Yes Yes Yes
01321B VK791 1/2 15 5/16 82.1 3,0 1-3/4 44 1 25 Yes Yes Yes Yes
01322B VK792 1/2 15 3/8 10 3.0 4,3 1-3/4 44 1 25 Yes Yes Yes Yes
01323B VK793 1/2 15 7/16 11 4.3 6,2 1-3/4 44 1 25 Yes Yes Yes Yes
01324B VK794 1/2 15 1/2 13 5.8 8,4 1-15/16 49 1-1/4 32 Yes Yes –Yes
01325B VK795 3/4 20 5/8 16 6.9 9,9 2-1/16 52 1-1/4 32 Yes Yes –Yes
01326BVK796 3/4 20 3/4 19 7.7 11,1 2-3/16 56 1-1/4 32 Yes Yes –Yes
1 Identification numbers provided in accordance with the 1999 edition of NFPA 13, Section 3-2.2.
Table 1
Replaces page 11-12, dated January, 1987
(added Sprinkler Identification Numbers).
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