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Viking VK4611 Technical Data Manual

Viking VK4611 Technical Data Manual

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Telephone: 269-945-9501 Technical Services: 877-384-5464 Fax: 269-818-1680 Email: techsvcs@vikingcorp.com
Visit the Viking website for the latest edition of this technical data page www.vikinggroupinc.com
1.
DESCRIPTION
Viking
Quick
Response
small
thermosensitive,
on
concealed
pipe
ceiling is desired. The low-profile cover assemblies provide up to ½"
(13 mm) of vertical adjustment.
Features:
•
K2.8 (40.3 metric).
•
Quick response glass bulb operating element.
•
Integral threaded adapter cup accepts push-on or thread-on cover plates.
•
Low-profile, small diameter, removeable cover plates offer almost flush
appearance upon installation and allow ease of maintenance.
•
Protective cap prevents damage during installation and finishing and keeps
errant overspray from coating internal parts.
•
Various finishes available to meet design requirements.
•
Optional Electroless Nickel PTFE (ENT) coating provides corrosion resistance
(see Approval Chart).
2.
LISTINGS AND APPROVALS
cULus Listed: Category VNIV
Refer to the Approval Charts and Design Criteria on for cULus Listing requirements
that must be followed.
3.
TECHNICAL DATA
Specifications:
Minimum Operating Pressure: 7 psi (0.5 bar)
Maximum Working Pressure: 175 psi (12 bar)
Factory tested hydrostatically to 500 psi (34.5 bar).
Thread size: 1/2" (15 mm) NPT or 15 mm BSPT
Nominal K-Factor: 2.8 U.S. (40.3 metric*)
Glass-bulb fluid temperature rated to -65 °F (-55 °C)
* Metric K-factor measurement shown is in Bar. When pressure is measured in kPa, divide the metric K-factor shown by 10.0.
Material Standards:
Sprinkler Frame: QM Brass
Deflector: Phosphor Bronze UNS-C51000
Deflector Pins: Stainless Steel UNS-S43000
Pip Cap and Insert Assembly: Copper UNS-C11000, SS UNS-S30400 and SS UNS-S31600
Compression Screw: UNS-C36000
Belleville Spring Sealing Assembly: Nickel Alloy, coated on both sides with PTFE Tape
Cover Adapter: Cold Rolled Steel JIS G3141 and Carbon Steel UNS-G10100 (per JIS G3141)
Shipping Cap: High Density Polyethylene
Cover Plate Materials:
Cover Plate Assembly: Copper UNS-C11000 and Brass UNS-C26800 or or Stainless Steel UNS-S30400
Spring: Beryllium Nickel
Solder: Eutectic
Ordering Information: Sprinkler Assembly and Cover Plate must be ordered separately. Refer to Tables 1 and 2.
4.
INSTALLATION
Refer to appropriate NFPA Installation Standards and installation instructions in this document.
Form No. F_061620
21.10.07 Rev 21.2
TECHNICAL DATA
The Viking Corporation, 210 N Industrial Park Drive, Hastings MI 49058
Concealed
Pendent
glass-bulb
sprinkler
systems
where
the
appearance
Sprinkler
VK4611
is
a
designed
for
installation
of
a
smooth
(Replaced wrench part numbers, new cap design)
QUICK RESPONSE
CONCEALED PENDENT
SPRINKLER VK4611 (K2.8)
For Light Hazard Occupancies Only
Replaces Form No. F_061620 Rev 21.1
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  • Page 1 SPRINKLER VK4611 (K2.8) The Viking Corporation, 210 N Industrial Park Drive, Hastings MI 49058 Telephone: 269-945-9501 Technical Services: 877-384-5464 Fax: 269-818-1680 Email: techsvcs@vikingcorp.com Visit the Viking website for the latest edition of this technical data page www.vikinggroupinc.com DESCRIPTION Viking Quick...

  • Page 2: Technical Data

    INSPECTIONS, TESTS AND MAINTENANCE Refer to NFPA 25 for Inspection, Testing and Maintenance requirements. AVAILABILITY Viking Sprinklers are available through a network of domestic and international distributors. See The Viking Corporation web site for the closest distributor or contact The Viking Corporation. GUARANTEE For details of warranty, refer to Viking’s current list price schedule or contact Viking directly.
  • Page 3 Based on NFPA-13. Other limits may apply, depending on fire loading, sprinkler location, and other requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction. Refer to specific installation standards. Part number shown is the base part number. For complete part number, refer to current Viking price list schedule. Stainless Steel versions are not available with any finishes or paint.
  • Page 4 The 135 °F (57 °C) covers have an orange label. The 165 °F (74 °C) covers have a white label. Other paint colors are available on request with the same listings as the standard paint colors. Listings and approvals apply for any paint manufacturer. Contact Viking for additional information.
  • Page 5 SPRINKLER VK4611 (K2.8) The Viking Corporation, 210 N Industrial Park Drive, Hastings MI 49058 Telephone: 269-945-9501 Technical Services: 877-384-5464 Fax: 269-818-1680 Email: techsvcs@vikingcorp.com Visit the Viking website for the latest edition of this technical data page www.vikinggroupinc.com Installation Wrench Cap Removal Tool...
  • Page 6 SPRINKLER VK4611 (K2.8) The Viking Corporation, 210 N Industrial Park Drive, Hastings MI 49058 Telephone: 269-945-9501 Technical Services: 877-384-5464 Fax: 269-818-1680 Email: techsvcs@vikingcorp.com Visit the Viking website for the latest edition of this technical data page www.vikinggroupinc.com 1/2”NPT or BSPT 21/4”...
  • Page 7 USE ONLY the designated sprinkler wrenches shown in this document. Permanent damage to the sprinkler assembly can occur if the proper wrench is not used. Other sprinkler wrenches available from Viking may fit into the sprinkler adapter cup; however, only the wrenches shown here are designed to properly install this sprinkler.
  • Page 8 SPRINKLER VK4611 (K2.8) The Viking Corporation, 210 N Industrial Park Drive, Hastings MI 49058 Telephone: 269-945-9501 Technical Services: 877-384-5464 Fax: 269-818-1680 Email: techsvcs@vikingcorp.com Visit the Viking website for the latest edition of this technical data page www.vikinggroupinc.com Minimum Maximum Install the cover plate by inserting the adpater into the adapter cup and pushing or threading into place (depending on style).
  • Page 9 Refer to the appropriate technical data page and NFPA standards for complete care, handling, installation, and maintenance instructions. For additional product and system information Viking data pages and installation instructions are available on the Viking Web site at www.vikinggroupinc.com.
  • Page 10 * Refer to the appropriate current technical data pages for complete care, handling, and installation instructions. Data pages are included with each shipment from Viking or Viking distributors. They can also be found on the Web site at www. vikinggroupinc.com.
  • Page 11 • while ceiling finish work is being completed. Use only the designated Viking recessed sprinkler wrench (refer to the appropriate sprinkler data page) to install these sprinklers. NOTE: The protective cap is • temporarily removed during installation and then placed back on the sprinkler for protection until finish work is completed.
  • Page 12 Take care not to crack the wax coating on the units. • For touching up the wax coating after installation, wax is available from Viking in bar form. Refer to Table 1 below. The coating MUST be repaired after •...

  • Page 13: Listings And Approvals

    1. DESCRIPTION Viking fire sprinklers consist of a threaded frame with a specific waterway or orifice size and a deflector for distributing water in a specified pattern. A closed or sealed sprinkler refers to a complete assembly, including the thermosensitive operating element. An open sprinkler does not use an operating element and is open at all times.
  • Page 14 TECHNICAL DATA SPRINKLER OVERVIEW The Viking Corporation, 210 N Industrial Park Drive, Hastings MI 49058 Telephone: 269-945-9501 Technical Services: 877-384-5464 Fax: 269-818-1680 Email: techsvcs@vikingcorp.com VERTICAL SIDEWALL (VSW) SPRINKLER: A sprinkler intended for installation near the wall and ceiling. The deflector provides a water spray pattern outward in a quarter-spherical pattern and can be installed in the upright or pendent position with the flow arrow in the direction of discharge.
  • Page 15 Refer to NFPA 25 for Inspection, Testing and Maintenance requirements. 7. AVAILABILITY Viking sprinklers are available through a network of domestic and international distributors. See The Viking Corporation web site for the closest distributor or contact The Viking Corporation. 8. GUARANTEE For details of warranty, refer to Viking’s current list price schedule or contact Viking directly.

  • Page 16: Installation

    STANDARD RESPONSE, QUICK RESPONSE, EXTENDED COVERAGE, AND DRY SPRINKLERS Viking thermosensitive spray sprinklers consist of a small frame and either a glass bulb or a fusible operating element. Available styles include pendent, flush pendent, concealed pendent, upright, horizontal sidewall, vertical sidewall, or conventional, depending on the particular sprinkler model selected.
  • Page 17 C. Installation Instructions - Dry Sprinklers WARNING: Viking dry sprinklers are to be installed in the 1” outlet (for dry and preaction systems), or run of malleable, ductile iron, or Nibco CPVC* threaded tee fittings (for wet systems) that meet the dimensional requirements of ANSI B16.3 (Class 150), or cast iron threaded tee fittings that meet the dimensional requirements of ANSI B16.4 (Class 125), even at branch line ends.

  • Page 18: Operation

    4. After installation, the entire sprinkler system must be tested. The test must be conducted to comply with the installation stand- ards. Viking high pressure sprinklers may be hydrostatically tested at a maximum of 300 psi (20.7 bar) for limited periods of time (two hours), for the purpose of acceptance by the Authority Having Jurisdiction.
  • Page 19 Refer to the Authority Having Jurisdiction for minimum replacement requirements. 7. AVAILABILITY Viking sprinklers are available through a network of domestic and international distributors. See The Viking Corporation web site for the closest distributor or contact The Viking Corporation.

  • Page 20: Warranty Terms And Conditions

    For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov 2. WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS For details of warranty, refer to Viking’s current list price schedule at www.vikinggroupinc.com or contact Viking directly. New Bulletin Form No. F_111218 18.11.15...

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