UPRIGHT SPECIFIC APPLICATION STORAGE SPRINKLERS
MODEL F892X DESIGNER
STANDARD RESPONSE, K=16.8 , 3/4"NPT **
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The 16.8 K-Factor Model F892X De-
signer, Standard Response, Upright
Specific Application Storage Sprin-
klers (Ref. Figure A) are automatic
sprinklers of the frangible bulb type.
They are “standard response - spray
sprinklers” which produce a hemi-
spherical water distribution pattern be-
low the deflector.
The F892X Sprinklers are intended for
use in fire sprinkler systems designed
in accordance with the standard instal-
lation rules recognized by the applica-
ble Listing or Approval agency (e.g.,
UL Listing is based on the require-
ments of the National Fire Protection
Association), as well as in accordance
with their “specific application” list-
ing/approvals.
The 16.8 K-Factor F892X Sprinklers
were subjected to full scale, high-piled
storage, fire tests to qualify their use
with reduced pressure and design ar-
eas for the protection of high-piled
storage. The use of the 16.8 K-Factor
F892X Upright Specific Application
Storage Sprinklers in some cases can
subsequently reduce the design area
and
the overall water demand of a
sprinkler system. Refer to Table A for
details.
Applications for the Model F892X De-
signer Upright Specific Application
Storage Sprinklers are expanding be-
yond the current “specific application”
listings/approvals. For information re-
garding research fire tests which may
be acceptable to an Authority Having
Jurisdiction, please contact the Tech-
nical Services Department.
APPROVALS AND STANDARDS
Laboratory listings and approvals for
the 16.8 K-Factor, Model F892X De-
signer, Standard Response, Upright
Specific Application Storage Sprin-
klers are given in Table A.
WARNING
The 16.8 K-Factor, Model F892X Up-
right Specific Application Storage
Sprinklers described herein must be
installed and maintained in compli-
ance with this document, as well as
with the applicable standards of the
National Fire Protection Association,
in addition to the standards of any
other authorities having jurisdiction.
Failure to do so may impair the integ-
rity of these devices.
The owner is responsible for main-
taining their fire protection system
and devices in proper operating con-
dition. The installing contractor or
manufacturer should be contacted
relative to any questions.
Printed in U.S.A. 3-01
TD595M
FIGURE A
16.8 K-FACTOR MODEL F892X UPRIGHT (SIN G1887) SPECIFIC APPLICATION STORAGE SPRINKLERS
1 - Frame
2 - Button
3 - Gasketed
Spring Plate
4 - Bulb
5 - Deflector
6 - Compression
Screw
*
Temperature rating is indicated on deflector.
**
Pipe thread connections per ISO 7/1 can be provided on special request.
TYCO FIRE PRODUCTS
, 7071 S. 13th Street, Suite 103 Oak Creek, WI 53154 — www.gemsprinkler.com
Customer Service/Sales:
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