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Tyco Ultra K34 Operation

Tyco Ultra K34 Operation

Standard coverage upright storage sprinkler

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Model Ultra K34
Standard Coverage Upright Storage Sprinkler
K-factor 33.6 (487)
IMPORTANT
Refer to Technical Data Sheet
TFP2300 for warnings pertaining to
regulatory and health information.
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
installation 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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General
Description
The TYCO Model Ultra K34 Standard
Coverage Upright Storage Sprinkler is
an FM Approved standard response,
standard coverage sprinkler for dry or
preaction systems. The sprinkler offers
a maximum coverage area of 100 ft²
(9,3 m²).
The Model Ultra K34 Sprinkler has
successfully undergone full-scale
fire testing at FM Global for ceiling-
only storage applications of Class III
commodities.
For more information, contact Johnson
Controls Technical Services.
Page 1 of 2
NOTICE
The Model Ultra K34 Standard Cov-
erage Upright Storage Sprinkler
described herein must be installed
and maintained in compliance with this
document, as well as with the applica-
ble standards of the National Fire Pro-
tection Association (NFPA), in addition
to the standards of any other authori-
ties having jurisdiction (for example, FM
Global). Failure to do so may impair the
performance of these devices.
The owner is responsible for main-
taining their fire protection system
and devices in proper operating con-
dition. Contact the installing contrac-
tor or product manufacturer with any
questions.
Sprinkler
Identification
Number (SIN)
TY9101
Technical
Data
Approvals
FM Approved
Maximum Working Pressure
175 psi (12,1 bar)
Pipe Thread Connection
1-1/4 in. NPT
ISO 7-R 1 1/4
Discharge Coefficient
K=33.6 gpm/psi
½
(487 Lpm/bar
Temperature Ratings
286°F (141°C)
Maximum Coverage Area
100 ft² (9,3 m²)
Finish
Natural Brass
Physical Characteristics
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brass
Deflector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Copper
Compression Screw . . . . . . . . . . Stainless Steel
Bulb (8 mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Glass
Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brass
Sealing Assembly . . Beryllium Nickel w/TEFLON
Deflector Nut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brass
AUGUST 2022
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Operation
When the glass bulb reaches its rated
temperature of 286°F (141°C), the glass
bulb bursts allowing the sprinkler to
activate and flow water.
Design Criteria
For design criteria, contact Johnson
Controls Technical Services .
Installation
Install the TYCO Model Ultra K34 Stan-
dard Coverage Upright Sprinkler in
accordance with this section.
General Instructions
Do not install any bulb type sprinkler
if the bulb is cracked or there is a loss
of liquid form the bulb. With the sprin-
kler held horizontal, a small air bubble
should be present. For the Model Ultra
K34 Sprinkler, the diameter of the air
bubble is approximately 9/32 in. (7,0
½
)
mm).
A leak-tight 1-1/4 in. NPT sprinkler joint
should be obtained by applying pipe-
thread sealant to the sprinkler threads
and wrench-tightening using only the
W-Type 26 Sprinkler Wrench (Ref.
Figure 2).
Sprinkler Installation
Install the Model Ultra K34 Upright
Sprinkler only in the upright position in
accordance with the following steps:
Step 1. Apply pipe-thread sealant to
the sprinkler threads.
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TFP334

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  • Page 1 Number (SIN) For design criteria, contact Johnson TY9101 Controls Technical Services . Technical Installation Data Install the TYCO Model Ultra K34 Stan- dard Coverage Upright Sprinkler in Approvals accordance with this section. FM Approved General Instructions Maximum Working Pressure Do not install any bulb type sprinkler...
  • Page 2 Care and FIGURE 1 MODEL ULTRA K34 STANDARD COVERAGE Maintenance UPRIGHT SPRINKLER Limited The TYCO Model Ultra K34 Standard Coverage Upright Sprinkler must be Warranty maintained and serviced in accordance WRENCH with this section. RECESS For warranty terms and conditions, visit Before closing a fire protection system "SPRINKLER...
  • Page 3 Updated sprinkler approvalsto FM Approved; formerly FM Tested. 08-16 Expanded fire protection system compatibility to include double interlock preaction systems. New Technical Data Sheet TFP334 describes the Model Ultra K34 Standard Coverage Upright Storage 06-16 Sprinkler. 1467 Elmwood Avenue, Cranston, RI 02910 | Telephone +1-401-781-8220...