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INSTITUTIONAL PENDENT SPRINKLER
MODEL G100, STANDARD COVERAGE
QUICK RESPONSE, K=5.6, 1/2" NPT
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Model G100, 5.6 K-Factor (1/2
inch orifice), Institutional Pendent
Sprinklers are quick response - stand-
ard coverage, spray sprinklers de-
signed for use in correctional, deten-
tion, and mental health care facilities.
The quick response rating of the Model
G100 enables its use in compliance
with the newest NFPA standards re-
quiring the use of quick response
sprinklers for all light hazard occupan-
cies.
The unique features of the Model
G100 provide a tamper resistant sprin-
kler design that helps eliminate the
opportunity for individuals to injure
themselves or others with a fire sprin-
kler. At the same time, the Model G100
optimizes an aesthetically appealing
flush design that conceals most of the
operating parts, and provides added
protection for the heat sensitive glass
bulb element.
Components:
1 - Body
2 - Deflector
3 - Deflector
Reinforcement
4 - Deflector Post
(2 req'd)
5 - Deflector Post Pin
(2 req'd)
6 - Compression Disc
7 - Compression Screw
8 - Lever
9 - Release Spring
10 -O-Ring Retainer
11 -O-Ring
12 -Bulb Insert
(2 req'd)
13 -Bulb
14 -Dust Cover
MODEL G100 (SIN G1100) INSTITUTIONAL PENDENT SPRINKLER
Printed in U.S.A. 3-01
Customer Service/Sales: Tel: (877) 436-8926 / Fax: (877) 866-9250
Technical Services: Tel: (800) 381-9312 / Fax: (800) 791-5500
APPROVALS AND STANDARDS
The Model G100 (SIN G1100), 5.6 K-
Factor, Institutional Pendent Sprin-
klers are listed by Underwriters Labo-
ratories Inc. and listed by Underwriters
Laboratories Inc. for use in Canada
(i.e., C-UL Listed).
FIGURE A
WARNING
The Model G100 Institutional Pen-
dent 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 Asso-
ciation, in addition to the standards
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Summary of Contents for GEM G100
- Page 1 Sprinklers described herein themselves or others with a fire sprin- The Model G100 (SIN G1100), 5.6 K- kler. At the same time, the Model G100 must be installed and maintained in Factor, Institutional Pendent Sprin- compliance with this document, as...
- Page 2 “K” equals 5.6 (80,7) and “p” equals the residual flowing pressure in psi (bar). The Model G100 utilizes a 2.5 mm FIGURE B frangible glass bulb. The Body is brass, INSTITUTIONAL ESCUTCHEON OPTIONS and the Deflector is copper. The De-...
- Page 3 In the standby condition, the design of NOTES sprinklers. Higher levels of torque the Model G100 is such that a sus- may distort the sprinkler inlet with pended load of 75 lbs. (34 kg) or more Service inspections should be made...
- Page 4 THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS MADE IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES PATENTS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FIT- U.S.A. Patent No. 6,123,153 applies to NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PUR- the Model G100 Institutional Pendent POSE. Sprinklers.