Tyco Ultra K17 Quick Start Manual

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Ultra K17 — 16.8 K-factor
Upright Specific Application Control Mode Sprinkler
Standard Response, 155°F/68°C & 200°F/93°C
General
Description
®
The Tyco 16.8 K-factor, Ultra K17,
155°F/68°C & 200°F/93°C, Standard
Response, Upright Specific Applica-
tion Control Mode Sprinklers (Ref. Fig-
ure 1) are automatic sprinklers of the
frangible bulb type. They are intended
for use with National Fire Protection
Association and Factory Mutual Re-
search Corporation "specific applica-
tion control mode" installation criteria
for the protection of high piled storage.
The Ultra K17 Sprinklers can provide
a higher level of protection than stand-
ard spray sprinklers and, in some
cases, they can provide an economical
advantage by eliminating in-rack
sprinklers.
Applications for the Ultra K17 Upright
Specific Application Control Mode
Sprinklers are expanding beyond the
current "specific application" list-
ings/approvals. For information re-
garding research fire tests which may
be acceptable to an Authority Having
Jurisdiction, please contact the Tech-
nical Services Department.
NOTICE
The 16.8 K-factor, Ultra K17 Upright
Specific Application Control Mode
IMPORTANT
Always refer to Technical Data
Sheet TFP700 for the "INSTALLER
WARNING" that provides cautions
with respect to handling and instal-
lation of sprinkler systems and com-
ponents. Improper handling and in-
stallation can permanently damage
a sprinkler system or its compo-
nents and cause the sprinkler to fail
to operate in a fire situation or cause
it to operate prematurely.
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Sprinklers described herein must be
installed and maintained in compli-
ance with this document and with the
applicable standards of the National
Fire Protection Association, in addition
to the standards of any authorities hav-
ing jurisdiction. Failure to do so may
impair the performance of these de-
vices.
The owner is responsible for maintain-
ing their fire protection system and de-
vices in proper operating condition.
The installing contractor or manufac-
turer should be contacted with any
questions.
Sprinkler
Identification
Number
TY7153
TY7153 is a redesignation for C7153,
G1887, and S8042.
Technical
Data
Approvals
UL and C-UL Listed. FM and NYC Ap-
proved. (Specific details for laboratory
listings and approvals given in Table
A. The approvals apply to the service
conditions indicated in the Design Cri-
teria section.)
Maximum Working Pressure
175 psi (12,1 bar)
Pipe Thread Connection
3/4 inch NPT or ISO 7-R3/4
Discharge Coefficients
1/2
K = 16.8 GPM/psi
1/2
(241,9 LPM/bar )
JANUARY, 2009
Temperature Ratings
155°F/68°C and 200°F/93°C
Finish
Natural Brass
Physical Characteristics
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . Bronze
Button . . . . . . . . . . . . Bronze
Sealing Assembly . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . Beryllium Nickel w/Teflon†
Bulb . . . . . . . Glass (5 mm dia.)
Compression Screw . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brass
Deflector . . . Chrome Plated Brass
†Registered trademark of DuPont.
TFP330