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GeneralDescriptionThe Series TY-B, 57, 80, and 115 K-factor, Upright and Pendent Sprinklers

described in this data sheet are spe-cial response - standard coverage,decorative 4 mm glass bulb type spraysprinklers designed for use in accord-ance with the installation rules recog-nized by the applicable Approvalagency (e.g.. VdS).

WARNINGSThe Series TY-B Sprinklers describedherein must be installed and main-tained in compliance with this docu-ment, as well as with the applicablestandards recognized by the Approvalagency, in addition to the standards ofany other authorities having jurisdic-

tion. Failure to do so may impair theperformance of these devices.

The owner is responsible for maintain-ing their fire protection system and de-vices in proper operating condition.The installing contractor or sprinklermanufacturer should be contactedwith any questions.

Model/SprinklerIdentificationNumbers

TY2149 - Upright 57KTY2249 - Pendent 57KTY3141 - Upright 80KTY3241 - Pendent 80KTY4141 - Upright 115KTY4241 - Pendent 115K

TechnicalDataApprovalsVdS Approved (CEA 4001)

Maximum Working Pressure12,1 bar

Discharge CoefficientK = 57 LPM/bar1/2

K = 80 LPM/bar1/2

K = 115 LPM/bar1/2

Temperature Ratings57C, 68C, 79C, 93C, 141C, and182C

FinishesNatural Brass, Chrome Plated, andPolyester Coated

Physical CharacteristicsFrame . . . . . . . . . . . . . BronzeButton . . . . . . . . . Brass/CopperSealing Assembly . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . Beryllium Nickel w/Teflon*Bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GlassCompression Screw . . . . . BronzeDeflector . . . . . . . . . . . Copper

* DuPont Registered Trademark

OperationThe glass Bulb contains a fluid whichexpands when exposed to heat. Whenthe rated temperature is reached, thefluid expands sufficiently to shatter the

glass Bulb, allowing the sprinkler toactivate and water to flow.

Series TY-B 57, 80, and 115 K-factorUpright and Pendent SprinklersSpecial Response, Standard Coverage

Page 1 of 4 TFP672JULY, 2004

Technical Services: Tel: (800) 381-9312 / Fax: (800) 791-5500

IMPORTANTAlways refer to Technical DataSheet TFP700 for the INSTALLERWARNING that provides cautionswith respect to handling and instal-lation of sprinkler systems and com-ponents. Improper handling and in-stallation can permanently damagea sprinkler system or its compo-nents and cause the sprinkler to failto operate in a fire situation or causeit to operate prematurely.


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FIGURE 1SPECIAL RESPONSE SERIES TY-B UPRIGHT (TY2149) AND PENDENT (TY2249) SPRINKLERS

57 K-FACTOR, ISO 7/1-R3/8

1 - Frame2 - Button

3 - SealingAssembly

4 - Bulb5 - Compression

Screw

6 - Deflector * Temperature rating is indicated on deflector or adjacent toorifice seat on frame.

FIGURE 2

SPECIAL RESPONSE SERIES TY-B UPRIGHT (TY3141) AND PENDENT (TY3241) SPRINKLERS80 K-FACTOR, 1/2 INCH NPT

1 - Frame2 - Button

3 - SealingAssembly


Screw


**Pipe thread connections per ISO 7/1 can be provided onspecial request.

2

4

5

6

PENDENT CROSS SECTION

56 mm

38 mm

11 mmNOMINALMAKE-IN

FLATSWRENCH

1

3

NPT1/2"

UPRIGHT

56 mm

1/2" NPT

DEFLECTORSSU

SSP DEFLECTOR

**

**

*

*

*

55 mm

WRENCH38 mm

FLATS

10 mm)NOMINALMAKE-IN

7/1-R3/8ISO

53 mm

SSUDEFLECTOR

DEFLECTORSSP

*

*

2

4

5

6

1

3

SECTIONPENDENT UPRIGHTCROSS


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InstallationThe Series TY-B Sprinklers must beinstalled in accordance with the follow-ing instructions:

NOTESDo not install any bulb type sprinkler ifthe bulb is cracked or there is a loss of

liquid from the bulb. With the sprinklerheld horizontally, a small air bubbleshould be present. The diameter of theair bubble is approximately 1,6 mm forthe 57C to 2,4 mm for the 182C tem-perature ratings.

A leak tight ISO7/1-R3/8 sprinkler jointshould be obtained with a torque of 8to 16 Nm. A maximum of 25 Nm oftorque may be used to install sprin-klers with ISO 7/1-R3/8 connections. Aleak tight 1/2 inch NPT sprinkler jointshould be obtained with a torque of 9to 19 Nm. A maximum of 28 Nm oftorque may be used to install sprin-klers with 1/2 NPT connections. A leaktight 3/4 inch NPT sprinkler jointshould be obtained with a torque of 13to 27 Nm. A maximum of 40 Nm oftorque is to be used to install sprinklerswith 3/4 NPT connections. Higher lev-els of torque may distort the sprinklerinlet and cause leakage or impairmentof the sprinkler.

Do not attempt to make-up for insuffi-cient adjustment in the escutcheonplate by under- or over-tightening thesprinkler. Readjust the position of thesprinkler fitting to suit.

The Series TY-B Pendent and Up-right Sprinklers must be installed inaccordance with the following instruc-tions.

Step 1. Pendent sprinklers are to beinstalled in the pendent position, andupright sprinklers are to be installed inthe upright position.

Step 2. With pipe thread sealant ap-

plied to the pipe threads, hand tightenthe sprinkler into the sprinkler fitting.

Step 3. Tighten the sprinkler into thesprinkler fitting using only the W-Type6 Sprinkler Wrench (Ref. Figure 4) orW-Type 7 Sprinkler Wrench (Ref. Fig-ure 5). With reference to Figures 1, 2,and 3, the W-Type 6 or W-Type 7 Sprin-kler Wrench is to be applied to thewrench flats.

Care andMaintenanceThe Series TY-B Sprinklers must bemaintained and serviced in accord-ance with the following instructions:

NOTEBefore closing a fire protection systemmain control valve for maintenancework on the fire protection system thatit controls, permission to shutdown theaffected fire protection system must beobtained from the proper authoritiesand all personnel who may be affectedby this action must be notified.

Sprinklers that are found to be leaking

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FIGURE 3SPECIAL RESPONSE SERIES TY-B UPRIGHT (TY4141) AND PENDENT (TY4241) SPRINKLERS

115 K-FACTOR, 3/4 INCH NPT

1 - Frame2 - Button

3 - SealingAssembly


Screw


**Pipe thread connections per ISO 7/1 can be provided on

special request.

FIGURE 4W-TYPE 6 SPRINKLER

WRENCH

WRENCH RECESS(END "A" USED FOR

ISO 7/1-R3/8 &

WRENCH RECESS(END "B" USED FOR3/4" NPT MODELS)

1/2" NPT MODELS)

PENDENT

SSP DEFLECTOR

59 mm

*

40 mm

3/4"NPT

WRENCHFLATS

MAKE-INNOMINAL

13 mm

**

CROSS SECTION

**3/4" NPTUPRIGHT

57 mm

SSUDEFLECTOR

*

3

1

2

5

4

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FIGURE 5W-TYPE 7 SPRINKLER

WRENCH

RECESS

WRENCH

WITH SPRINKLERENGAGEMENTIN TO ENSURE

WRENCHING AREA

PUSH WRENCH


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or exhibiting visible signs of corrosionmust be replaced.

Automatic sprinklers must never bepainted, plated, coated or otherwisealtered after leaving the factory. Modi-f ied sprinklers must be replaced.Sprinklers that have been exposed tocorrosive products of combustion, buthave not operated, should be replacedif they cannot be completely cleanedby wiping the sprinkler with a cloth orby brushing it with a soft bristle brush.

Care must be exercised to avoid dam-age to the sprinklers - before, during,

and after installation. Sprinklers dam-aged by dropping, striking, wrenchtwist/slippage, or the like, must be re-placed. Also, replace any sprinkler thathas a cracked bulb or that has lostliquid from its bulb. (Ref. InstallationSection).

The owner is responsible for the in-spection, testing, and maintenance oftheir fire protection system and de-vices in compliance with this docu-ment, as well as with the applicablestandards of the National Fire Protec-tion Association (e.g., NFPA 25), inaddition to the standards of any otherauthorities having jurisdiction. The in-stalling contractor or sprinkler manu-facturer should be contacted relative toany questions.

It is recommended that automaticsprinkler systems be inspected,tested, and maintained by a qualifiedInspection Service in accordance withlocal requirements and/or nationalcode.

LimitedWarrantyProducts manufactured by Tyco FireProducts are warranted solely to theoriginal Buyer for ten (10) yearsagainst defects in material and work-manship when paid for and properlyinstalled and maintained under normaluse and service. This warranty will ex-pire ten (10) years from date of ship-ment by Tyco Fire Products. No war-ran ty i s g iven for p roducts or

components manufactured by compa-nies not affiliated by ownership withTyco Fire Products or for products andcomponents which have been subjectto misuse, improper installation, corro-sion, or which have not been installed,maintained, modified or repaired in ac-cordance with applicable Standards ofthe National Fire Protection Associa-tion, and/or the standards of any otherAuthorities Having Jurisdiction. Mate-rials found by Tyco Fire Products to bedefective shall be either repaired orreplaced, at Tyco Fire Products soleoption. Tyco Fire Products neither as-sumes, nor authorizes any person to

assume for it, any other obligation inconnection with the sale of products orparts of products. Tyco Fire Productsshall not be responsible for sprinklersystem design errors or inaccurate orincomplete information supplied byBuyer or Buyers representatives.

IN NO EVENT SHALL TYCO FIREPRODUCTS BE LIABLE, IN CON-TRACT, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY ORUNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THE-ORY, FOR INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT,SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT

LIMITED TO LABOR CHARGES, RE-GARDLESS OF WHETHER TYCOFIRE PRODUCTS WAS INFORMEDABOUT THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCHDAMAGES, AND IN NO EVENTSHALL TYCO FIRE PRODUCTS LI-ABILITY EXCEED AN AMOUNTEQUAL TO THE SALES PRICE.

THE FOREGOING WARRANTY ISMADE IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALLOTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS ORIMPLIED,INCLUDINGWARRANTIESOF MERCHANTABILITY AND FIT-NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PUR-

POSE.

OrderingProcedureWhen placingan order, indicate the fullproduct name. Refer to the Price Listfor complete listing of Part Numbers.

Contact your local distr ibutor for avail-ability.

Sprinkler Assemblies:Specify: (Specify Model/SIN), SpecialResponse, (specify K-factor), (specify

temperature rating), Series TY-B(specify Pendent or Upright) Sprinklerwith (specify type of finish ), P/N (spec-ify from Table A).

Sprinkler Wrench:Specify: W-Type 6 Sprinkler Wrench,P/N 56-000-6-387, or

W-Type 7 Sprinkler Wrench,P/N 56-850-4-001.

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P/N 57 XXX X XXX

182C

68C

360

155

TEMPERATURE

RATING

57C135

1

SPRINKLER

TABLE BPART NUMBER SELECTION

SERIES TY-B SPECIAL RESPONSE PENDENT AND UPRIGHT SPRINKLERS

79C

286

93C200

141C

175WHITE POLYESTER

NATURAL BRASS

9

4

MODEL/SIN

CHROME PLATED490 115K UPRIGHT (3/4"NPT)

491 115K PENDENT (3/4"NPT)

480 57K UPRIGHT (ISO 7/1-R3/8)

481 57K PENDENT (ISO 7/1-R3/8)

TY2149

TY2249

TY4141

TY4241

470

471

80K UPRIGHT (1/2"NPT)

80K PENDENT (1/2"NPT)

TY3141

TY3241 3 WHITE (RAL9010)*

* Eastern Hemisphere sales only.

TYCO FIRE PRODUCTS, 451 North Cannon Avenue, Lansdale, Pennsylvania 19446

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