Reliable F3-56 Series Instruction Manual

Features
• Various trim options available
• Sprinklers and trim available in a wide variety of standard and
special application finishes
• Listed corrosion resistant combinations of sprinkler and trim
available
Product Description
Model F3-56 dry sprinklers are standard-response, standard
coverage sprinklers with a nominal K-factor of 5.6 (80
metric). Available in pendent, horizontal sidewall, and upright
configurations, Model F3-56 dry sprinklers utilize a 5mm glass
bulb ordinary, intermediate, or high temperature classification
operating element.
Model F3-56 dry sprinklers are intended for installation on wet
pipe, dry pipe, or preaction systems in accordance with NFPA 13,
FM Property Loss Prevention Data Sheets, or other applicable
installation standards.
Model F3-56 dry sprinklers are available in a variety of trim
options and finish combinations as shown on the following pages.
The Reliable escutcheons and cover plates shown are the only
escutcheons and cover plates listed for use with the sprinkler.
The use of any other escutcheon or cover plate will void all
guarantees, warranty, listing, and approvals.
Standard inlet fitting threads are 1" NPT or ISO7-R1 threads.
An inlet fitting with 3/4" NPT or ISO7-R3/4 threads (cULus listed
only) is also available for select sprinklers for replacement of
existing sprinklers.
Table A provides a basic summary of Model F3-56 dry sprinklers.
Additional technical information is provided on the following
individual sprinkler pages.
Sprinkler Summary
Model
F3-56 Dry Pendent
F3-56 Dry Horizontal Sidewall
F3-56 Dry Upright
*Note: Approvals may not apply to all trim, inlet thread, temperature, and/or finish combinations. See pages 2-11 for additional technical
information.
K-Factor
gpm/psi Approvals*
1/2
(lpm/bar )
1/2
5.6 (80) cULus, FM, LPCB, CE. VdS
5.6 (80) cULus, FM, LPCB, CE
5.6 (80)
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Standard-Response Dry Sprinkler
(Note: not all versions of sprinkler shown,
please see pages 2 through 13)
Max. Working
Pressure
psi (bar)
175 (12.0)
cULus 250 (17.2)
175 (12.0)
cULus 250 (17.2)
cULus 175 (12.0)
Bulletin 153 July 2023
Model F3-56 Series
K-factor 5.6 (80 metric)
Table A
Sprinkler
Identification
Number (SIN)
R5314
R5334
R5324