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Application

Model F156, F142, F1XLH, F128 & Model F156, F142, F1XLH & 

F128 Recessed sprinklers are used in fixed fire protection systems: 
Wet, Dry, Deluge or Preaction.  Care must exercised that the orifice 
size, temperature rating, deflector style and sprinkler type are in ac-
cordance with the latest published standards of the National Fire 
Protection Association or the approving Authority Having Jurisdic-
tion Installation. 

Installation

Model F156, F142, F1XLH & F128 Series sprinklers are stan-

dard response sprinklers intended for installation as  specified in 
NFPA 13. They must also be installed with the Model W2 Sprinkler 
Wrench specifically designed by Reliable for use with these sprin-
klers.

The Model F156, F142, F1XLH & F128 Recessed Sprinklers 

are to be installed with a maximum recess of ¾ inch (19mm). The 
Model F1, F2, and FP Escutcheon illustrated are the only recessed 
escutcheon to be used with the Model F156, F142, F1XLH & F128 
Recessed Sprinklers. The use of any other recessed escutcheon 
will void all approvals and negate all warranties. When installing 
Model F156, F142, F1XLH & F128  Recessed Sprinklers use the 
Model GFR2 Sprinkler Wrench. Any other type of wrench may 
damage these sprinklers.

Note:

 A leak tight ½” NPT (R½) sprinkler joint can be obtained with 

a torque of 8 - 18 ft-lbs (11 - 24 N-m).  Do not tighten sprinklers over 
maximum recommended torque.  It may cause leakage or impair-
ment of the sprinklers.

Glass bulb sprinklers have orange covers to protect the bulb dur-

ing the installation process. REMOVE THIS PROTECTION ONLY 
AFTER THE SYSTEM HAS BEEN HYDROSTATICALLY TESTED 
AND, WHEN APPLICABLE, THE ESCUTCHEONS HAVE BEEN 
INSTALLED. RASCO wrenches are designed to install sprinklers 
when covers are in place.

Ordering Information 

Specify: 

1.  Sprinkler Model 
2.  Sprinkler Type 
3.  Nominal K-Factor 
4.  Temperature Rating

5.  Sprinkler Finish 
6.  Thread Type: [½” NPT] [ISO 7-1R½]
7.  Escutcheon Finish (where applicable)  

Note:

 When Models F156, F142, F1XLH & F128 Recessed Sprinklers 

are ordered, the sprinklers and escutcheons are packaged separately.

Escutcheon Data 

(1)

(1)

 SIN: RA1335 - cULus and FM permits use with F1 or F2 escutcheons for light 

hazard only.

Maintenance

The Model F156, F142, F1XLH & Model F156, F142, F1X-

LH & F128 Recessed Sprinklers should be inspected and 
the sprinkler system maintained in accordance with NFPA 
25.  Do not clean sprinklers with soap and water, ammonia 
or any other cleaning fluid.  Replace any sprinkler which has 
been painted (other than factory applied) or damaged in 
any way.  A stock of spare sprinklers should be maintained 
to allow quick replacement of damaged or operated sprin-
klers.  Prior to installation, sprinklers should be maintained 
in the original cartons and packaging until used to minimize 
the potential for damage to sprinklers that would cause im-
proper operation or non-operation.

Temperature Ratings

Classification

Sprinkler

Temperature

Max. Ambient 

Temp.

Bulb 

Color

°C

°F

Ordinary
Ordinary

Intermediate
Intermediate

High

(1)

Extra High

(1)

Ultra High 

(1) (2)

57
68
79
93

141
182
260

135 
155
175
200
286
360
500

100°F (38°C) 
100°F (38°C)
150°F (66°C)
150°F (66°C)

225°F (107°C)
300°F (149°C)

475°F (246°C)

Orange

Red

Yellow
Green

Blue

Mauve

Black

(1)

 Not available for recessed Sprinklers.

(2)

 cULus listed for SIN RA1325 and RA1314 only.

Maximum Working Pressure

175 psi (12 bar)
SIN RA1325 & RA1314 cULus listed for 250 psi (17 bar)
100% Factory tested hydrostatically to 500 psi (34.5 bar)

Finish

(1)

Standard Finishes

Sprinkler

Escutcheon

Bronze
Chrome
Polyester Coated 

(6)(7)(9)

Brass
Chrome
White Painted

Special Application Finishes

Sprinkler

Escutcheon

Electroless Nickel PTFE

(3)(10)

Bright Brass

(2)

Black Plated

Black Paint

(3)(9)

Off White

(3)(9)

 

Chrome Dull

Lead Plated

(3)(4)(8)

Wax Coated

(3)(4)(5)(8)

Wax Over Lead

(3)(4)(5)(8)

Electroless Nickel PTFE  

Bright Brass

Black Plated

Black Paint

Off White

Chrome Dull

(1)

 Other colors and finishes are available on special order. Consult factory for 

details. Custom color painted sprinklers may not retain their UL Corrosion 
resistance listing.

(2) 

200°F (93°C) maximum.

(3) 

UL and ULC listed only.

(4) 

155°F to 200°F (68°C to 93°C) ratings only.

(5) 

286°F (141°C) sprinklers may be coated for ambient conditions not exceeding 

150°F (66°C).

(6) 

cULus listed “corrosion resistant” applies to SIN Number RA1325 (Upright) 

RA1323 (upright), RA1321(Upright), RA1335 (HSW), RA1385(VSW) and 
RA1314 (Pendent) in standard black or white. Corrosion resistance in other 
polyester colors is available upon request.

(7)

 FM Approved finish as “Polyester Coated” applies to SIN number RA1314, 

RA1335 & RA1325 in standard black or white.

(8)

 FM Approved finish applies only to SIN number RA1335 & RA1385.

(9)

 LPCB and VdS Approved finish applies only to RA1325, RA1314 and RA1375.

(10) 

cULus listed Corrosion Resistant  applies to SIN RA1325 ,RA1314 ,RA1323, 

RA1313 ,RA1321, RA1311, RA1385 and RA1335

5.

Summary of Contents for F1 Series

Page 1: ...active Beautifully versatile is the description for the Reliable Models F156 F142 F1XLH F128 Series Recessed glass bulb sprinkler Recessing the F156 F142 F1XLH F128 Series enhances its already low profile decorative appearance and facilitates a rapid and perfect installa tion The recessed escutcheon of the Models F156 F142 F1XLH F128 are highly adjustable The two piece con struction makes field in...

Page 2: ... F128 2 8 40 Metric Material Data Frame Deflector Load Screw Pintle Cup Washer Bulb DZR Brass QM Brass CDA Alloy 260 CDA Alloy 220 or CDA Alloy 510 CDA Alloy 360 or CDA Alloy 544 CDA Alloy 360 or CDA Alloy 544 CDA Alloy 651 or CDA Alloy 693 Nickel Alloy 440 or Alloy 360 coated with PTFE Adhesive Tape Glass Note Model F156 upright pendent and recessed pendent sprinklers SIN RA1325 and RA1314 are cU...

Page 3: ...A1375 5 1 Refer to Bulletin 024 for Special Response Sprinklers F1S5 56 2 cULus Listed corrosion resistant Polyester coated sprinkler 3 Polyester coated FM Approved sprinkler 4 5 Polyester coated LPCB VdS approved sprinkler RA1325 RA1314 RA1375 6 Electroless Nickel PTFE Plated UL listed Corrosion Resistant Pendent Conventional Upright Model F156 F142 F1XLH F128 F1 or F2 Model F156 F142 F1XLH F128 ...

Page 4: ... lead wax and wax over lead 4 Electroless Nickel PTFE Plated cULus listed Corrosion Resistant Model F156 Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler Deflector HSW Installation Wrench Model W2 Sprinkler Wrench Installation Data Horizontal Sidewall Nominal Orifice Thread Size Nominal K Factor Sprinkler Height Approval Organizations Sprinkler Identification Numbers SIN US Metric Light Hazard Ordinary Hazard 15mm N...

Page 5: ...t clean sprinklers with soap and water ammonia or any other cleaning fluid Replace any sprinkler which has been painted other than factory applied or damaged in any way A stock of spare sprinklers should be maintained to allow quick replacement of damaged or operated sprin klers Prior to installation sprinklers should be maintained in the original cartons and packaging until used to minimize the p...

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