Tyco Fire Product CENTRAL ELO-16 GB FR Instruction Manual

CENTRAL
Model ELO-16 GB FR
11.2 K-factor
Quick Response - ECLH
Standard Response - ECOH
Flush, Recessed or Extended Dry Pendent Glass Bulb Automatic Sprinkler
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Product
Description
The Central Model ELO-16 GB FR, 11.2
K-factor Quick Response Extended
Coverage Light Hazard and Standard
Response Extended Coverage Ordinary
Hazard, Dry Pendent Sprinklers are
decorative glass bulb automatic
sprinklers designed for use
where pendent sprinklers are
required on dry pipe systems that are
exposed to freezing temperatures
(e.g. sprinkler drops from unheated
portions of buildings), or
where sprinklers and/or a portion of
the connecting piping may be
exposed to freezing temperatures
(e.g. sprinkler drops from wet
systems into freezers), or
where pendent sprinklers are used on
systems that are seasonably drained
to avoid freezing (e.g. vacation resort
areas).
The ELO-16 GB FR Dry Pendent
Sprinklers are available in a wide range
of operating temperatures and order
lengths.
The ELO-16 GB FR Dry Pendent
Sprinklers are listed for use in Light
Hazard occupancies, with a quick
response thermal sensitivity at spacings
up to 18' x 18' (5,5 x 5,5 m). When
used in light hazard occupancies, the
ELO-16 GB FR Dry Pendent Sprinklers
are limited to a type of unobstructed
constuction consisting of flat, smooth
ceilings.
The ELO-16 GB FR Dry Pendent
Sprinklers are listed for use in ordinary
hazard occupancies, with a standard
response thermal sensitivity at spacings
up to 16' x 16' (4,9 x 4,9 m). When
used in ordinary hazard occupancies,
the ELO-16 GB FR Dry Pendent
Sprinklers may be installed in unob-
structed and non-combustible ob-
structed construction.
The ELO Dry Pendent Sprinklers are
intended for use in fire sprinkler
ELO-16 GB FR Dry Pendent
systems designed in accordance with
the standard installation rules recog-
nized by the applicable Listing or
Approval agency (e.g., UL Listing is
based on NFPA 13 requirements). They
produce a hemispherical water dis-
charge pattern below the deflector.
The Recessed, Flush, and Extended
Escutcheons for the ELO-16 GB FR Dry
Pendent Sprinklers are separable two-
piece designs which allow installation of
the sprinklers and pressure testing of
the fire protection system prior to
Installation of a suspended ceiling. They
also permit removal of suspended
ceiling panels without having to first
shut down the fire protection system
and remove the sprinklers.
Operation: When the ELO-16 GB FR
Dry Pendent Sprinkler is in service,
water is prevented from entering the
assembly by the Plunger Assembly, a
Plug & O-ring in the Inlet (Spool) of the
Sprinkler. The glass Bulb contains a
fluid which expands when exposed to
heat. When the rated temperature is
reached, the fluid expands sufficiently to
shatter the glass Bulb, and the Bulb
Seat is released. The GuideTube drops,
allowing the Plug & O-ring to withdraw
from the Inlet, which then allows the
sprinkler to activate and flow water.
WARNING
The ELO-16 GB FR Dry Pendent
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, in addition
to the standards of any other authorities
having jurisdiction. Failure to do so may
impair the integrity of these devices.
The owner is responsible for maintain-
ing their fire protection system and
devices in proper operating condition.
The installing contractor or sprinkler
manufacturer should be contacted
relative to any questions.
The ELO-16 GB FR Dry Pendent
Sprinklers must only be installed in
fittings that meet the requirements of
the Design Criteria section.
3-01
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I M A
ELO-16 GB FR
Dry Pendent
Extended
Coverage
Sprinklers
No. 5-14.0