Tyco TY-FRL, TY3221, TY4123, TY3123, TY4221 Series Manual

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Series TY-FRL – 5.6 and 8.0 K-factor
Upright and Pendent Intermediate Level Sprinklers
Quick Response

General
Description

TYCO Series TY-FRL 5.6K and 8.0K
Quick Response Upright and Pendent
Intermediate Level Sprinklers are auto­matic sprinklers of the quick response
solder type. They are standard spray
sprinklers intended for use in fire sprin­kler systems designed in accordance
with the standard installation rules
recognized by the applicable listing
or approval agency (e.g., UL Listing is
based on NFPA requirements). Both
the Pendent and Upright Sprinklers
produce a hemispherical water distri­bution pattern below the deflector.

Intermediate level sprinklers are pri­marily designed for use in rack storage
sprinkler systems where their thermally
sensitive elements must be shielded
from the water spray of higher ele­vation sprinklers that could operate
earlier during a fire. Intermediate level
sprinklers are also used in other appli­cations such as beneath open gridded
catwalks.

IMPORTANT

Refer to Technical Data Sheet
TFP2300 for warnings pertaining to
regulatory and health information.

Always refer to Technical Data
Sheet TFP700 for the “INSTALLER
WARNING” that provides cautions
with respect to handling and instal­lation of sprinkler systems and com­ponents. Improper handling and
installation can permanently damage
a sprinkler system or its compo­nents and cause the sprinkler to fail
to operate in a fire situation or cause
it to operate prematurely.

NOTICE

The Series TY-FRL Sprinklers
described herein must be installed
and maintained in compliance with this
document, as well as with the applica­ble standards of the National Fire Pro­tection Association (NFPA), in addition
to the standards of any other authori­ties having jurisdiction. Failure to do so
may impair the performance of these
devices.

The owner is responsible for main­taining their fire protection system
and devices in proper operating con­dition. Contact the installing contrac­tor or product manufacturer with any
questions.

Sprinkler
Identification
Numbers (SINs)

TY312 3 ........... Upright 5.6K, 1/2 in. NPT

TY3221 ...........Pendent 5.6K, 1/2 in. NPT

TY4123 ........... Upright 8.0K, 3/4 in. NPT

TY4221 ...........Pendent 8.0K, 3 /4 in. NP T

TY3123 is a redesignation for Star SIN
S1991 and Gem SIN G8986

TY3221 is a redesignation for Star SIN
S1865 and Gem SIN G8972

TY4123 is a redesignation for Star SIN
S1993 and Gem SIN G8153

TY4221 is a redesignation for Star SIN
S1867 and Gem SIN G8172

Technical
Data

Approvals

UL and C-UL Listed
FM and NYC Approved

(Refer to Table A for complete approval
information.)

Maximum Working Pressure

175 psi (12,1 bar)

Discharge Coefficients

K=5.6 gpm/psi½ (80,6 lpm/bar½)
K=8.0 gpm/psi½ (115, 2 l p m / b a r½)

Temperature Ratings

Refer to Table A

Finishes

Refer to Table A

Physical Characteristics

Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bronze

Strut. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MONEL

Deflector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bronze

Hook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MONEL

Link Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nickel

Ejection Spring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . INCONEL

Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bronze

Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .TEFLON

Shield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brass

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TFP355

FACTORY ASSEMBLED UPRIGHT FIELD ASSEMBLED PENDENT

* ** †

Pipe thread connections per

Temperature rating

Order Pendent Series TY-FRL Sprinkler and

(74,6 mm)

(71,4 mm)

* **

†

FACTORY ASSEMBLED UPRIGHT FIELD ASSEMBLED PENDENT

(69,9 mm)

(68,3 mm)

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Temperature rating
is indicated on
Deector or Shield

4-1/8" (104,8 mm) DIA.

2-3/4"

7/16"
(11,1 mm)
NOMINAL

MAKE-IN

Pipe thread connections per
ISO 7-1 can be provided on
special request

FACTORY

ASSEMBLED

UPRIGHT

SHIELD

WRENCH
FLANGES

WRENCH

AREA

FIELD ASSEMBLED

*

MODEL S4 SHIELD

(SEE INSTALLATION

Order Pendent Series TY-FRL Sprinkler and
Model S4 Shield Package separately for
pendent assembly (Ref. Ordering Procedure)

4-1/8" (104,8 mm) DIA.

1/2" NPT

SECTION)

DEFLECTOR

**

*

SPEEDNUT

FIGURE 1

SERIES TY-FRL UPRIGHT (TY3123) & PENDENT (TY3221) INTERMEDIATE LEVEL SPRINKLERS

5.6K, QUICK RESPONSE, 1/2” NPT

is indicated on
Deector or Shield

ISO 7-1 can be provided on
special request

Model S4 Shield Package separately for
pendent assembly (Ref. Ordering Procedure)

O-RING

2-11/16"

PENDENT

SERIES
TY-FRL

†

4-1/8" (104,8 mm) DIA.

2-13/16"

1/2"
(12,7 mm)
NOMINAL

MAKE-IN

SERIES TY-FRL UPRIGHT (TY4123) & PENDENT (TY4221) INTERMEDIATE LEVEL SPRINKLERS

FACTORY

ASSEMBLED

UPRIGHT

SHIELD

WRENCH
FLANGES

WRENCH

AREA

8.0K, QUICK RESPONSE, 3/4” NPT

Design
Criteria

TYCO Series TY-FRL 5.6K and 8.0K
Quick Response Upright and Pendent
Intermediate Level Sprinklers are
intended for fire protection systems

designed in accordance with the stan­dard installation rules recognized
by the applicable listing or approval
agency (e.g., UL Listing is based on
the requirements of NFPA 13, and FM
Approval is based on the requirements
of FM Approvals’ Loss Prevention Data
Sheets).

4-1/8" (104,8 mm) DIA.

3/4" NPT

FIELD ASSEMBLED

*

MODEL S4 SHIELD

(SEE INSTALLATION

SECTION)

DEFLECTOR

FIGURE 2

**

*

Operation

The fusible link (heat collector) assem­bly is comprised of two halves that
are joined together by a thin layer of
solder. When the rated temperature is
reached, the solder melts and the two
link halves separate, allowing the sprin­kler to operate.

SPEEDNUT

O-RING

2-15/16"

PENDENT

SERIES
TY-FRL

†

K-FACTOR

WRENCH

SPRINKLER

TYPE

TEMPERATURE

RATING

FRAME

COLOR CODE

SPRINKLER FINISH

NATURAL

BRASS

TFP355

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CHROME

PL ATED

5.6

1/2 in. NPT

8.0

3/4 in. NPT

Notes:

1. Liste d by Under writer s Labor atories , Inc. (UL) a s quick re sponse sprinkle rs

2. Listed by Und erwriters La borator ies, Inc. for use in Canada (C-UL) as quic k respon se sprinklers

3. A pproved by FM Global ( FM Approva ls) as quick response sprink lers

4. A pproved by the City of N ew York (NYC) unde r MEA 112-04-E

Upright ( TY3123)

&

Pendent (TY3221)

Upright ( TY4123)

&

Pendent (TY4221)

165° F ( 74°C)

Unpainted 1, 2, 3, 4

TABL E A

5.6K & 8 .0K SERIES TY-FRL UPRIGHT & PENDENT INTERMEDIATE LEVEL SPRINKLERS, QUICK RESPONSE
LABORATORY LISTINGS AND APPROVALS

Installation

TYCO Series TY-FRL 5.6K and 8.0K
Quick Response Upright and Pendent
Intermediate Level Sprinklers must
be installed in accordance with this
section.

General Instructions

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).
A maximum of 21 lb-ft (28,5 N·m) of
torque may be used to install sprin­klers with 1/2 in. NPT connections.
A leak-tight 3/4 in. NPT sprinkler joint
should be obtained with a torque of
10 to 20 lb-ft (13,4 to 26,8 N·m). A
maximum of 30 lb-ft (40,7 N·m) of
torque is to be used to install sprinklers
with 3/4 in. NPT connections. Higher
levels of torque may distort the sprin­kler inlet and cause leakage or impair­ment of the sprinkler.

Upright Sprinklers

The Series TY-FRL Intermediate Level
Upright Sprinklers must be installed
in accordance with the following
instructions:

Step 1. With pipe thread sealant
applied to the pipe threads, hand­tighten the sprinkler into the sprinkler
fitting.

Step 2. Tighten the sprinkler into
the sprinkler fitting using only the
W-Type 9 Sprinkler Wrench (Ref. Figure

3). With reference to Figure 1 or 2, the
W-Type 9 Sprinkler Wrench is to be
applied to the wrenching area.

Pendent Sprinklers

The Series TY-FRL Intermediate Level
Pendent Sprinklers must be installed
in accordance with the following
instructions:

Step 1. Install the speed nut over the
sprinkler threads until it seats against

the sprinkler wrenching area flange as
shown in Figure 1 or 2, as applicable.

Step 2. Install the Model S4 Shield over
the sprinkler threads, and then roll the
O-ring over the sprinkler threads until it
is seated firmly against the shield.

Step 3. With pipe thread sealant
applied, hand-tighten the sprinkler into
the sprinkler fitting.

Step 4. Tighten the sprinkler into
the sprinkler fitting using only the
W-Type 9 Sprinkler Wrench (Ref. Figure

3). The wrench is to be applied to the
sprinkler wrenching area shown in
Figure 1 or 2, as applicable.

When installed correctly, the O-ring will
be slightly compressed and the shield
will be held firmly in place.

Care and
Maintenance

TYCO Series TY-FRL 5.6K and 8.0K
Quick Response Upright and Pendent
Intermediate Level Sprinklers must be
maintained and serviced in accordance
with this section.

Before closing a fire protection system
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.

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 other­wise altered after leaving the factory.
Modified sprinklers must be replaced.
Sprinklers that have been exposed to
corrosive products of combustion, but

RECESS

FIGURE 3
W-T Y PE 9

SPRINKLER WRENCH

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. Sprin­klers damaged by dropping, striking,
wrench twist/slippage, or the like, must
be replaced. Also, replace any sprin­kler that has a cracked bulb or that has
lost liquid from its bulb (Ref. Installa­tion Section).

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 Association
(e.g., NFPA 25), in addition to the stan­dards of any other authorities having
jurisdiction. Contact the installing con­tractor or sprinkler manufacturer with
any questions.

It is recommended that automatic
sprinkler systems be inspected, tested,
and maintained by a qualified Inspec­tion Service in accordance with local
requirements and/or national codes.

have not operated, should be replaced

TFP355

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P/N 58 — XXX — X — XXX

986 5.6K UPRIGHT (1/2 in. NPT) TY3123

153 8.0K UPRIGHT (3/4 in. NPT) T Y4123

SERIES TY-FRL UPRIGHT INTERMEDIATE LEVEL SPRINKLERS, QUICK RESPONSE

P/N 58 — XXX — X — XXX

982 5.6K PENDENT (1/2 in. NPT ) TY3221

172 8.0K PENDENT (3/4 in. NPT ) T Y4221

SERIES TY-FRL PENDENT INTERMEDIATE LEVEL SPRINKLERS, QUICK RESPONSE

(MODEL S4 PENDENT SHIELD, SPEED-NUT AND O-RING MUST BE SEPARATELY ORDERED)

Limited
Warranty

For warranty terms and conditions, visit
www.tyco-fire.com.

1

9

SPRINKLER

FINISH

NAT URAL

BRASS

CHROME

PL AT ED

SIN

TABL E B

PART NUMBER SELECTION

1

9

SPRINKLER

FINISH

NAT URAL

BRASS

CHROME

PL AT ED

SIN

TABL E C

PART NUMBER SELECTION

Ordering
Procedure

Contact your local distributor for avail­ability. When placing an order, indi­cate the full product name, including
description and part number (P/N).

Upright Sprinkler Assemblies with
NPT Thread Connections
(with Shield)

Specify: Series TY-FRL Upright Inter­mediate Level Sprinkler, (specify
K-factor), Quick Response, (specify)
temperature rating, (specify) finish, P/N
(specify from Table B)

Pendent Sprinkler Assemblies with
NPT Thread Connections
(Shield ordered separately)

Specify: Series TY-FRL Pendent
Sprinkler, (specify K-factor), Quick
Response, (specify) temperature
rating, (specify) finish, P/N (specify from
Tabl e C)

TEMPERATURE

RATING

165 16 5° F ( 74°C )

TEMPERATURE

RATING

165 16 5° F ( 74°C )

Model S4 Sprinkler Shield

Includes S4 Shield, one O-Ring and
one Speednut.

Specify: Model S4 Sprinkler Shield,
(specify) finish, (specify) Thread Size,
P/N (specify):

Plain Brass

1/2 in. NPT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 6-9 52-1-00 1

3/4 in. NPT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56-152-1-0 01

Chrome Plated

1/2 in. NPT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56-951-9-001

3/4 in. NPT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56-152- 9 -00 1

Sprinkler Wrench

Specify: W-Type 9 Sprinkler Wrench,
P/N 56-000-1-8499

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