Reliable J168 Instructions

Bulletin 011 Rev. B The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc., 103 Fairview Park Drive, Elmsford, New York 10523 Model J168 Standard Response Upright Sprinkler (SIN RA1124) SprinklerIdentification Number RA1124 Features: 1. Utilizes Standard Response center strut solder sensor. 2. 165�F (74�C), 212�F (100�C) and 286�F (141�C) temperature ratings. 3. Available in brass, lead coated, wax coated and wax over lead coated finishes. 4. Provides higher flows at much lower pressures for all occupancies, especially in high density applications, such as the protection of high-piled storage. 5. Limits density increases for plastic pallet applications per NFPA 13. Listings & Approvals 1. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. and UL certified for Canada (cULus) to include storage applications. 2. NYC MEA 258-93-E 3. FM Approved Technical Data Applications Wet, Dry and Pre-Action Sprinkler Systems Hazards Ordinary, Extra Hazard and Storage Occupancies per NFPA 13 For Sprinkler Spacing, Positioning, and Density/Area Flow Calculations: refer to NFPA 13 Minimum Working Pressure 7 psi (0,5 bar) residual (flowing) Maximum Working Pressure Rated 175 psi (12,1 bar) Factory tested to 500 psi (34, 5 bar) Discharge Coefficients (K Factor) K=16.8 GPM/psi½ (241,9 LPm/bar)½ Pipe Thread Connection ¾ NPT (R3/4) Overall Length 2 7 8 inch (73 mm) Product Description The Reliable Model J168 Automatic sprinkler utilizes the center strut solder in compression principle of construction. The fusible alloy is captured in the cylinder of the solder capsule by a stainless steel ball. When the fusible alloy melts, the ball moves into the cylinder allowing the cylinder to separatefromthecenterstrut.Whenthishappens,theleveris released to spring free from the sprinkler so that all operating partsclearthewaterwayallowingthedeflectortodistributethe discharging water in a hemispherical pattern. The Reliable Model J168, 16.8 K-factor sprinklers were tested in full scale fire tests to qualify them for the protection of rack and high piled storage. Availability & Service Reliable products are available through an extensive network of domestic and international distributors. See the Reliable Web site at www.reliablesprinkler.com for additional information. Ordering Information Specify: 1. Model J168 Upright 2. Temperature rating (see page 2) 3. Finish (see page 2) 4. Model J1 Installation Wrench Note: This sprinkler is a Control Mode sprinkler. Model J1 Wrench Refer to CA-167

The Reliable Standard Response J168 Upright Sprinkler is cULus Listed for use in occupancy classifications up to and including Extra-Hazard, for hydraulically calculated wet or dry systems per NFPA 13, with a minimum operating pressure of 7 psi (48,3 kPa) in wet or dry systems. Use the standard sprinkler positioning requirements and density/area sprinkler protection criteria provided in NFPA 13. Also: The J168 Sprinkler is cULus Listed for use in High-Piled storage Occupancies as defined in NFPA 13. This sprinkler may be used for the protection of solid piled, palletized, rack storage (single, double, multiple-row and portable), bin box, and shelf storage including, but not limited to: encapsuled or unencapsulated Class I-IV and Group A or B plastics, cartoned, expanded or unexpanded, as well as exposed unexpanded. For hydraulically calculated wet or dry systems per NFPA 13 with a minimum operating pressure of 7 psi (0,5 bar). Usethestandard sprinklerpositioning requirements and density/area sprinkler protection criteria provided in NFPA 13 for High-Piled Storage Occupancies. FM Approval Requirements The Reliable Standard Response J168, K-16.8 Upright Sprinkler is approved to be installed as an area/density in accordance with FM guidelines. (FM guidelines may be different from UL and C-UL Listing criteria). Examples of High-Piled Storage without in rack sprinklers: 1. NFPA 13 provides ceiling-only protection (no in-rack sprinklers) criteria using open frame (no solid shelves) single, double, multiple-row, or portable rack storage (without the need for in-rack sprinkler protection) of cartoned or uncartoned unexpanded Group A or B plastics, or, cartoned expanded Group A or B plastics, with: • A storage height of up to 20 ft (6,1 m) • A maximum ceiling height of 27 ft (8,2 m) • A minimum deflector to top of storage clearance of 18" (457 mm) • A minimum design density of .60 gpm/ft2 (24,4 mm/min) • A minimum operating pressure of 7 psi (0,5 bar) • A minimum design area of 2,000 ft2 (186 m2) for wet systems or 2,600 ft2 (242 m2) for dry systems Note: The J168 Sprinkler can be used in any application or building height as allowed by NFPA13 or FM guidelines. The J168 is a standard response standard spray sprinkler with a larger K factor to provide greater water flows at lower pressures. 2. NFPA 13 provides ceiling-only protection (no in-rack sprinklers) criteria using open frame (no solid shelves) single, double, multiple-row, or portable rack storage (without the need for in-rack sprinkler protection) of cartoned or uncartoned unexpanded Group A or B plastics, with: • A storage height of up to 25 ft (7,6 m) • A maximum ceiling height of 30 ft (9,1 m) • A minimum deflector to top of storage clearance of 18" (457 mm) • A minimum design density of .80 gpm/ft2 (32,6 mm/min) • A minimum operating pressure of 7 psi (0,5 bar) • A minimum design area of 2,000 ft2 (186 m2) for wet systems or 4,500 ft2 (418 m2) for dry systems Refer to NFPA 13 for specific requirements for various combinations of building heights, storage heights, sprinkler- to-commodity clearance, storage arrangements, commodity classifications, and lesser or greater required design densities. Note: This sprinkler is a Control Mode Sprinkler. Special Application Finishes Lead Plated 165�F (74�C), 212�F (100�C) and 286�F (141�C) Temp. Ratings Wax-Coated (1)(2) 165�F (74�C) Clear Wax, 212�F (100�C) Brown Wax. Wax-Coated Over Lead Plated (1)(2) 165�F (74�C) Clear Wax, 212�F (100�C) Brown Wax. (1) 212�F (100�C) brown wax may be used on 286�F (141�C) sprinklers when maximum ambient temperatures do not exceed 150�F (66�C). (2) Not FM Approved. 2. Caution: The Reliable Standard Response J168 Upright Sprinkler must be installed and maintained per the application NFPA standards, as well as the standards of other authorities having jurisdiction.

follows: • Install in upright position only. • Apply pipe thread sealant to NPT threads, hand tighten into the sprinkler fitting. • Install sprinkler by wrench boss only. • WrenchtightenwiththededicatedJ1SprinklerWrench. • A leak tight 3 4 NPT(R3/4)sprinklerjoint canbeobtained with a torque of 14 - 20 ft. lbs. • Higher torques may compromise the seal or function integrity of the sprinkler. Maintenance Model J168 Sprinklers should be inspected quarterly and the sprinkler system maintained in accordance with NFPA 25. Do not clean sprinklers with soap and water, ammonia or any other cleaning fluids. Remove dust by using a soft brush or gentle vacuuming. Remove any sprinkler that had been painted(otherthanfactory applied)ordamagedinany way.A stock of spare sprinklers should be maintained to allow quick replacement of damaged or operated sprinklers. Prior to installation, sprinklers should be maintained in the original cartons and packaging until used to minimize the potential for damage to sprinklers that would cause improper operation or non-activation. Engineering Specification Model J168 Standard Response Upright Sprinkler Sprinklers shall be standard response upright spray sprinklers cULus Listed for use in occupancy classifications up to and including extra hazard, and for storage occupancies in accordance with NFPA 13. Sprinkler construction shall be a bronze, die-cast frame with grooved wrench flat and copper-alloy deflector. Water seal assembly shall consist of a fusible solder thermal element utilizing a center strut solder-in-compression principle of construction with metal Belleville spring washer, coated on both sides with Teflon film. Sprinkler temperature rating shall be [165 �F (74 �C)][212�F(100�C)][286�F(141�C)]. Sprinklersshallhavea nominal K-factor of 16.8 (241.9) and have a ¾” NPT (R3 4) thread. The rated working pressure shall be 175 psi (12.1 bar). Standard finish shall be bronze. Sprinklers shall be Reliable Model J168 standard response upright sprinklers, Bulletin 011 (SIN RA1124). Special Application Finishes Option: Exposed sprinklers subject to corrosive atmospheres shall haveafactory-applied[165�F(74°C)clearwax-coated][212 �F(100�C)brownwax-coated][leadplatedfor165°F(74�C), 212 �F (100 �C), or 286 �F (141 �C)] [wax-coated over lead plated] corrosion resistant coating. 3. Model J1 Wrench Note: 1. Grooved sprinkler boss provided to insure that the Sprinkler wrench does not slip during installation. 2. Atight¾"NPTsprinklerjointshouldbeobtainedwithatorqueof14to20ft.lbs.Higherlevelsoftorquemay distort the sprinkler inlet cause leakage or impairment. Grooved wrenchboss - useModel J1wrenchonly 1 2 ½" nominal makeup 318" (79,4mm)

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