Bulletin 028 March 2020

Bulletin 028 March 2020

Model F1FR56 QREC Series
K 5.6 (80 metric)
Quick Response
Extended Coverage Sprinklers
A complete line of quick response extended
coverage spray sprinklers for light hazard
applications.
Horizontal Sidewall Sprinklers are approved
for installation 4” to 12” (102mm - 305mm)
below the ceiling.
Model F1FR56 QREC Sprinkler Types Extended Coverage Recessed Extended
Extended Coverage Pendent Pendent Coverage Pendent F1/F2
Extended Coverage Recessed Pendent F1/F2/FP
Extended Coverage Horizontal Sidewall
Extended Coverage Recessed Horizontal Sidewall F1/F2
Extended Coverage Concealed Pendent CCP
Model F1FR56 QREC Recessed Sprinkler Types
Recessed Extended Coverage Pendent F1/F2/FP
Recessed Extended coverage Horizontal Sidewall
Extended Coverage Recessed Extended
Model F1FR56 QREC Concealed Horizontal Sidewall EC-8 Coverage Horizontal
Extended Coverage Pendent Sidewall F1/F2
Approval Organizations
1. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. and
Certified for Canada (cULus)
2. Factory Mutual Approvals (FM) (See Application
section for specific approvals)
UL Listing Category
Sprinklers, Automatic & Open
Quick Response Extended Coverage Sprinkler (VNIV) Extended Coverage
Product Description Pendent Concealed
Reliable Models F1FR56 QREC and F1FR56 QREC
Recessed Sprinklers are quick response sprinklers which
installed into the sprinkler fitting using the Model GFR2
combine the durability for a standard sprinkler with the
Sprinkler Wrench. The cover plate assembly is attached
attractive low profile of a decorative sprinkler.
to the sprinkler cup using a flexible tooth threaded
The Models F1FR56 QREC and F1FR56 QREC
engagement. The cover plate is attached to the skirt
Recessed Automatic Sprinklers utilize a 3.0mm frangible
using 135°F (57°C) ordinary temperature classification
glass bulb. These sprinklers have demonstrated
solder.
response times in laboratory tests which are five times
When the ceiling temperature rises, the solder holding
faster than standard response sprinklers. This quick
the cover plate melts, allowing the release of this part and
response enables these sprinklers to apply water to a
thus exposing the Model F1FR56 QREC sprinkler inside
fire faster than standard response sprinklers of the same
to the rising ambient temperature.
temperature rating.
The Temperature rating of the sprinkler identified by the
Model F1FR56 QREC Quick Response Extended
color of the glass bulb.
Coverage Concealed Sprinkler is an attractive, low profile
The glass bulb consists of an accurately controlled
concealed sprinkler assembly. This sprinkler assembly
amount of special fluid hermetically sealed inside a
utilizes a Model F1FR56 QREC pendent sprinkler in a
precisely manufactured glass capsule. This glass bulb is
Model CCP cup and push-on thread-off cover plate
specially constructed to provide fast thermal response.
assembly. The cup is securely factory threaded on
the sprinkler’s inlet end. The assembly is shipped with
a protective cap. The sprinkler and cup are easily

Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc., 103 Fairview Park Drive, Elmsford, New York 10523
Model F1FR56 QREC Pendent Sprinkler
Deflector: EC
Installation Wrench: Model W2 Sprinkler Wrench
Approval Type: Quick Response Extended Coverage - Light Hazard Occupancy

Installation Data:
Nominal Temperature Sprinkler
Nominal Thread Sprinkler Approval
K- Factor Rating Identification
Orifice Size Length Organizations
US Metric °F °C Numbers (SIN)
½” NPT 2.25” 135 57
½” (15mm) 5.6 80 cULus RA2845
(R1/2) (57mm) 155 68

Model F1FR56 QREC Recessed Pendent Sprinkler

Deflector: EC
Installation Wrench: Model GFR2 Sprinkler Wrench
Approval Type: Quick Response Extended Coverage - Light Hazard Occupancy
Installation Data:
Nominal Temperature Sprinkler
Nominal Thread K- Factor Sprinkler Approval Rating Identification
Orifice Size Length Organizations
US Metric °F °C Numbers (SIN)
135 57
½” (15mm) ½” NPT (R½) 5.6 80 2.25” (57mm) cULus RA2845
155 68

Table 1. Model F1FR56 QREC Pendent and Recessed Pendent Sprinklers

Required Min. Flow Rate/Pressure
Max. Coverage Area
Flow Rate Pressure
Width x Length
gpm L/min psi (bar) ft. x ft. mxm
26 98.4 21.6 (1,5) 16 x 16 4.9 x 4.9
33 125.0 34.7 (2,4) 18 x 18 5.5 x 5.5
40 151.4 51.0 (3,5) 20 x 20 (1) 6.0 x 6.0*
*Note: 135°F (57°C) only.

Model F1FR56 QREC F1/F2 Model F1FR56 QREC FP

Fig. 1 Fig. 2
*Note: Refer to escutcheon data table for approvals and dimensions.

2.
Model F1FR56 QREC Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler
Deflector: EC-8
Installation Wrench: Model W2 Sprinkler Wrench
Approval Type: Quick Response Extended Coverage-Light Hazard Occupancy

Installation Data:
Nominal Sprinkler
Nominal Thread K- Factor Sprinkler Approval Temperature
Identification
Orifice Size Length Organizations Rating
US Metric Number (SIN)
135°F (57°C)
½” ½” NPT 2.86”
5.6 80 cULus, FM 155°F (68°C) RA2865
(15mm) (R½) (73mm)
175°F (79°C)

Model F1FR56 QREC Recessed Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler

Deflector: EC-8
Installation Wrench: Model GFR2 Sprinkler Wrench
Approval Type: Quick Response Extended Coverage-Light Hazard Occupancy

Installation Data:
Nominal Sprinkler
Nominal Thread K- Factor Sprinkler Approval Temperature
Identification
Orifice Size Length Organizations Rating
US Metric Number (SIN)
cULus, FM 135°F (57°C)
½” ½” NPT 2.86”
5.6 80 cULus 155°F (68°C) RA2865
(15mm) (R½) (73mm)
cULus 175°F (79°C)

Table 2. Model F1FR QREC Horizontal Sidewall and Recessed Horizontal Sidewall Sprinklers
Required Min. Flow Rate/Pressure
Flow Rate Pressure Maximum Deflector to Ceiling
gpm (L/min) psi (bar) Coverage Area Width x Dimension
Length Min. - Max.
UL FM UL FM ft. x ft. (m x m) Inches (mm)
26 (98.4) 26 (98.4) 21.4 (1,5) 21.4 (1,5) 16 x 16 (4.9 x 4.9) 4 - 12 (102 - 305)
29 (109.8) 30 (113.6) 26.6 (1,8) 28.5 (2,0) 16 x 18 (4.9 x 5.5) 4 - 12 (102 - 305)
32 (121.1) 33 (125.0) 32.4 (2,2) 34.5 (2,4) 16 x 20 ( 4.9 x 6.0 4 - 12 (102 - 305)

Model F1FR56 QREC HSW EC-8

Fig. 3
*Note: Refer to escutcheon data table for dimensions.
3.
Model F1FR56 QREC Concealed Pendent Sprinkler
Installation Wrench: Model GFR2 Sprinkler Wrench
Approval Type: Quick Response Extended Coverage - Light Hazard Occupancy
Installation Data:
Nominal Sprinkler
Nominal Thread Approval
K-Factor Identification
Orifice Size Organizations
US Metric Number (SIN)
½”
½” (15mm) 5.6 80 cULus RA2845
(R1/2)

Thread Temp. Rating Bulb

Model Max. Ceiling Temp.
Size Sprinkler Cover Color
½” NPT F1FR 135°F 135°F 100°F
Orange
(R½) QREC 57°C 57°C 38°C
½” NPT F1FR 155°F 135°C 100°F
Red
(R½) QREC 68°C 57°C 38°C

Table 3. Model F1FR56 QREC Concealed Pendent Sprinklers

Required Min. Flow Rate/Pressure
Flow Rate Pressure Max. Enclosure Area Width x Length
gpm (L/m) psi (bar) ft. x ft. (m x m)
26 (98.4) 21.6 (1,5) 16 x 16 (4.9 x 4.9)
33 (125.0) 34.7 (2,4) 18 x 18 (5.5 x 5.5)
40 (151.4) 51.0 (3,5) 20 x 20 (6.0 x 6.0)*
*Note: 135°F (57°C) Only

Application
Quick response sprinklers are used in fixed fire protection
systems: Wet, Dry, Deluge or Preaction. Care must be
exercised that the orifice size, temperature rating, deflector
style and sprinkler type are in accordance with the latest
published standards of the National Fire Protection
Association or the approving authority having jurisdiction.
Quick response sprinklers are intended for installation as
specified in NFPA 13.
Installation
Quick response sprinkler are intended for installation
as specified in NFPA 13. Quick response sprinklers and
standard response sprinklers should not be intermixed.
Fig. 4
The Model F1FR56 Recessed QREC Sprinklers
are to be installed as shown. The Model F1, F2 or Do not install these sprinklers in ceilings which have
FP Escutcheons illustrated are the only recessed positive pressure in the space above.
escutcheons to be used with the Model F1FR56 QREC The sprinkler cup is factory attached to the Model
Sprinklers. The use of any other recessed escutcheon will F1FR56 QREC Sprinkler. A PTFE based thread sealant
void all approvals and negate all warranties. should be applied to the sprinkler threads only.
When installing Model F1FR56 QREC Sprinklers, use After a 25/8 (67mm) inch diameter hole is cut in the
the Model D Sprinkler Wrench or Model W2 Sprinkler ceiling, the sprinkler is easily installed with the Model
Wrench. When installing Model F1FR QREC Recessed GFR2 Wrench. When installing a sprinkler, the protective
Pendent or Recessed Sidewall Sprinklers, use the Model cap is removed and the wrench is positioned into the
GFR2 Sprinkler Wrench. Any other type of wrench may sprinkler/cup assembly until the two wrench faces
damage these sprinklers. engage the wrenching flats on the Model F1FR56 QREC
Model F1FR56 QREC Concealed Sprinklers use 135°F Sprinkler. The sprinkler is then tightened into the pipe
(57°C) or 155°F (68°C) Model F1FR QREC Pendent fitting. When inserting or removing the wrench from the
Sprinklers with a threaded Model CCP cup which sprinkler/cup assembly, care should be taken to prevent
is factory attached to the sprinkler. The assembly is damage to the sprinkler. DO NOT WRENCH ON ANY
completed by the installation of the attractive, low profile, OTHER PART OF THE SPRINKLER. The cover plate
135°F (57°C) rated cover plate assembly. The cover assembly is then pressed into the cup. Final adjustment
plate and sprinkler cup are joined using a flexible tooth is made by turning the cover plate until the skirt flange
threaded engagement. A choice of two cover plate makes full contact with the ceiling surface. Cover plate
assemblies provides either ½” (13mm) or 5/8” (8mm) of removal requires turning in the counter clockwise
cover adjustment. direction.
4.
 After installation, inspect all sprinklers to ensure that Temperature Rating
there is a gap between the cover plate and ceiling and Maximum
Sprinkler
that the four cup slots are open and free from any air flow Ambient Bulb
Classification Temperature
impediment to the space above. Temperature Color
Concealed cover plate/cup assemblies are listed only °F °C °F °C
for use with specific sprinklers. The use of any other Ordinary 135 57 100 38 Orange
Ordinary 155 68 100 38 Red
concealed cover plate/cup assembly with the Model
Intermediate 175 79 150 66 Yellow
F1FR56 QREC Pendent Sprinkler or the use of the Model
CCP concealed cover plate assembly on any sprinkler Maximum Working Pressure
with which it is not specifically listed may prevent good 175 psi (12 bar)
fire protection and will void all guarantees, warranties, SIN RA2845 cULus listed for 250 psi (17 bar)
listings and approvals. 100% Factory tested hydrostatically to 500 psi (34.5 bar)
Glass bulb sprinklers have orange bulb protectors to
Finishes (1)
minimize bulb damage during shipping, handling and
installation. REMOVE THIS PROTECTION AT THE TIME Standard Finishes
THE SPRINKLER SYSTEM IS PLACED IN SERVICE FOR Sprinkler (2) Escutcheon Coverplate
FIRE PROTECTION. Removal of the protectors before this Bronze Brass
Chrome
time may leave the bulb vulnerable to damage. RASCO Chrome Plated Chrome Plated
White
wrenches are designed to install sprinklers when covers White & Black Polyester Coated(3) White Painted
are in place. REMOVE PROTECTORS BY UNDOING THE Special Application Finishes
CLASP BY HAND. DO NOT USE TOOLS TO REMOVE Sprinkler (2) Escutcheon Coverplate
THE PROTECTORS.
Electroless Nickel PTFE (3)
Bright Brass
Maintenance Bright Brass
Black Plated
Bright Brass
The Models F1FR56 QREC and F1FR56 QREC Black Plated Black Plating
Black Paint
Black Paint Black Paint
Recessed Sprinklers should be inspected and Off White
Off White
Off White
maintained in accordance with NFPA 25. Do not clean Chrome Dull
Chrome Dull
sprinklers with soap and water, ammonia or any other (1)
Other colors and finishes are available on special order. Consult factory
cleaning fluids. Remove dust by gentle vacuuming. for details.
Replace any sprinkler which has been painted (other (2)
FM Approvals limited to Bronze, Bright Brass, Satin Chrome Plated,
Black Plated and Polyester Coated.
than factory applied) or damaged in any way. A stock (3)
cULus Listed Corrosion Resistant Sprinkler.
of spare sprinklers should be maintained to allow quick Note: Paint or any other coating applied over the factory finish will void
replacement of damaged or operated sprinklers. Prior approvals and warranties.
to installation, sprinklers should be maintained in the
original cartons and packaging until used to minimize Ordering Information
the potential for damage to sprinklers that would cause Specify:
improper operation or non-operation. 1. Sprinkler Model: F1FR56 QREC
2. Sprinkler Type
Escutcheon Data: 3. Temperature Rating
Face of Fitting 4. Sprinkler Finish
Escutcheon “A”
Adjustment to Ceiling
Model Dimension
Wall Dimension
5. Sprinkler Thread Type: [½” NPT] [ISO 7-1R½]
6. Escutcheon Finish (where applicable)
Max Recessed 11/2” (38.1mm) (1) / ” - 15/16”
3 16
F1 7. Coverplate Finish (where applicable)
Min Recessed 3/4” (19.1mm) (2) (5m - 24mm)
Max Recessed 11/2” (38.1mm) (1) / ” - 11/16”
3 16 8. Coverplate Temperature Rating
F2
Min Recessed 1” (25mm) (2) (5m - 17mm)
Note: When Model F1FR56 QREC Recessed sprinklers are ordered,
FP Push-on/ Max Recessed / ” (11mm)
7 16
11/2” (38.1mm)
the sprinklers, escutcheons and coverplates are packaged
Thread-off Min Recessed / ” (24mm)
15 16
1” (25mm)
separately.
(1)
EC Pendent.
(2)
EC HSW.

The equipment presented in this bulletin is to be installed in accordance with the latest published Standards of the National Fire Protection Association, Factory
Mutual Research Corporation, or other similar organizations and also with the provisions of governmental codes or ordinances whenever applicable.
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