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VK3522 QUICK RESPONSE 

PENDENT SPRINKLER (K8.0)

TECHNICAL DATA

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: [email protected]

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Form No. F_021416     Rev 22.1     March 3, 2022

TABLE 1: ORDERING INFORMATION

Instructions: Using the sprinkler base part number,

 (1) add the suffix for the desired Finish

 (2) add the suffix for the desired Temperature Rating. 

Sprinkler 

Base Part 

No.

Size

1: Finishes

2: Temperature Ratings

NPT

Inch

BSPT

mm

Description

Suffix

1

Nominal Rating

Bulb Color Max. Ambient Ceiling 

Temperature

3

Suffix

19921

1/2

--

Brass

A

135 °F (57 °C)

Orange

100 °F (38 °C)

A

19933

--

15

Chrome

F

155 °F (68 °C)

Red

100 °F (38 °C)

B

White Polyester 

4,6

M-/W

175 °F (79 °C)

Yellow

150 °F (65 °C)

D

Black Polyester 

4,6

M-/B

200 °F (93 °C)

Green

150 °F (65 °C)

E

ENT 

4,5,6

JN

286 °F (141 °C)

Blue

225 °F (107 °C)

G

Open

--

--

Z

Example

: 19921MB/W = VK3522 with White Polyester Finish and 155 °F (68 °C) Nominal temperature rating. This sprinkler is to be 

installed into an area with a maximum ambient temperature of 100 °F (38 °C) meaning if the area will experience temperatures above 

the maximum ambient rating, you shall use a higher temperature-rated sprinkler.

Accessories
Sprinkler Wrenches (see Figure 1):

A.  Installer Wrench: Part No. 22055 (available since 2017)

B.  Cabinet Wrench: Part No. 20901M/B (available since 2017)

C.  Recessed Socket Wrench: Part No. 20951M/B

2

 (available since 2017)

D.  Straight Wrench: Part No. 22940MB

Sprinkler Cabinet:

A.  Up to 6 sprinklers: Part number 01724A (available since 1971)

B.  6-12 Sprinklers: Part number 01725A (available since 1971)

Footnotes

Where a dash (-) is shown in the Finish suffix designation, insert the desired Temperature Rating suffix. See example above.

Requires a 1/2” ratchet which is not available from Viking.

Based on NFPA 13, NFPA 13R, and NFPA 13D. Other limits may apply, depending on fire loading, sprinkler location, and other requirements of the Authority Having 

Jurisdiction. Refer to specific installation standards.

cULus Listed as corrosion resistant.

FM Approved as corrosion resistant.

The corrosion resistant coatings have passed the standard corrosion test required by the approving agencies indicated in the Approval Chart. These tests cannot and 

do not represent all possible corrosive environments. Prior to installation, verify through the end-user that the coatings are compatible with or suitable for the proposed 

environment. For automatic sprinklers, the ENT coating is applied to all exposed exterior surfaces, including the waterway.

Figure 2: Sprinkler Dimensions

7/16” (11 mm) 

Nominal Pipe 

Engagement

1-15/16”  

(49 mm) 

1/2” NPT 

15 mm BSPT 

Figure 1: Sprinkler Wrenches

A

B

C

D

Summary of Contents for 23874

Page 1: ...5 bar Rated to 175 psi 12 bar water working pressure Factory tested hydrostatically to 500 psi 34 5 bar Thread size 1 2 NPT 15 mm BSPT Nominal K factor 8 0 U S 115 metric Glass bulb fluid temperature...

Page 2: ...ature rated sprinkler Accessories Sprinkler Wrenches see Figure 1 A Installer Wrench Part No 22055 available since 2017 B Cabinet Wrench Part No 20901M B available since 2017 C Recessed Socket Wrench...

Page 3: ...55 F 68 C 175 F 79 C and 200 F 93 C C 155 F 68 C 175 F 79 C 200 F 93 C and 286 F 141 C D 155 F 68 C 175 F 79 C and 200 F 93 C Approved Finishes 1 Brass Chrome White Polyester 3 4 Black Polyester 3 4 a...

Page 4: ...applicable DESIGN CRITERIA FM FM Approval Requirements The Viking VK3522 Quick Response Pendent Sprinkler is FM Approved as quick response Non Storage Pendent sprinkler as indicated in the FM Approval...

Page 5: ...3 Recessed Installation with Recessed Socket Wrench A 1 2 ratchet is required not available from Viking Figure 4 Recessed Installation with standard Installer s Wrench 2 Carefully slide the wrench sid...

Page 6: ...3 Thread On Recessed Escutcheon E 3 and NP 3 Outer rings have larger diameters Max 1 7 16 37 mm Max 1 3 4 44 mm Min 13 16 21 mm Min 15 16 24 mm Ceiling opening size Minimum 2 5 16 59 mm Maximum 2 1 2...

Page 7: ...tall sprinklers onto piping at the floor level Install sprinklers after the piping is in place to prevent mechanical damage DO NOT allow impacts such as hammer blows directly to sprinklers or to fitti...

Page 8: ...CAPS MUST BE REMOVED FROM SPRINKLERS BEFORE PLACING THE SYSTEM IN SERVICE Figure 1 Sprinkler shield being removed from a pendent sprinkler Figure 2 Sprinkler cap being removed from a pendent sprinkle...

Page 9: ...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 Do not over tighten the sprinkle...

Page 10: ...the corrosion resistant properties of the sprinkler Use care when locating sprinklers near fixtures that can generate heat Do not install sprinklers where they would be exposed to temperatures exceed...

Page 11: ...readings to be expected In addition recognized installation rules may require a higher temperature classifica tion depending upon sprinkler location occupancy classification commodity classification...

Page 12: ...y intended for installation with a concealed piping system The assembly con sists of a sprinkler installed in a decorative adjustable recessed escutcheon that minimizes the protrusion of the sprinkler...

Page 13: ...ENANCE 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 C...

Page 14: ...e sprinkler technical data page Never install any glass bulb sprinkler if the bulb is cracked or if there is a loss of liquid from the bulb A small air bubble should be present in the glass bulb Any s...

Page 15: ...ctile 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...

Page 16: ...her To remove caps from frame style sprinklers turn the caps slightly and pull them off the sprinklers SPRINKLER CAPS OR BULB SHIELDS MUST BE REMOVED FROM SPRINKLERS BEFORE PLACING THE SYSTEM IN SERVI...

Page 17: ...rior to removing the system from service notify all Authorities Having Jurisdiction Consideration should be given to employment of a fire patrol in the affected area 1 Remove the system from service d...

Page 18: ...tion of fire protection products are provided herin as they relate to legally mandated jurisdictional regions WARNING STATE OF CALIFORNIA USA Installing or servicing fire protection products such as s...

Page 19: ...render the sprinkler inoperative and will automatically nullify the approval and any guarantee made by The Viking Corporation Refer to the Authority Having Jurisdiction prior to installation 2 GENERA...

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