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BULLETIN

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]

CARE AND HANDLING 

OF SPRINKLERS

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Form No. F_091699     18.10.11    Rev 16.1.P65

GENERAL HANDLING AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS:

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Do not store in temperatures exceeding 100 °F (38 °C). Avoid direct sunlight and confined areas subject to heat.

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Protect sprinklers and cover assemblies during storage, transport, handling, and after installation. 

-- Use original shipping containers. 

-- Do not place sprinklers or cover assemblies loose in boxes, bins, or buckets.

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Keep the sprinkler bodies covered with the protective sprinkler cap any time the sprinklers are shipped or handled, during testing of the system, and 

while ceiling finish work is being completed.

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Use only the designated Viking recessed sprinkler wrench (refer to the appropriate sprinkler data page) to install 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. 

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Do not over-tighten the sprinklers into fittings during installation.

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Do not use the sprinkler deflector to start or thread the sprinklers into fittings during installation.

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Do not attempt to remove drywall, paint, etc., from the sprinklers.

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Remove the plastic protective cap from the sprinkler before attaching the cover plate assembly. 

PROTECTIVE CAPS  MUST BE REMOVED FROM 

SPRINKLERS BEFORE PLACING THE SYSTEM IN SERVICE! 

Refer to the appropriate current technical data pages for complete care, handling, and installation instructions. Data 

pages are included with each shipment from Viking or Viking distributors. They can also be found on the Web site at www.

vikinggroupinc.com.

 Concealed Sprinkler and Adapter 

Assembly with Protective Cap

CAUTION: CONCEALED COVER ASSEMBLIES ARE FRAGILE!

TO ASSURE SATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT, HANDLE WITH CARE

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 Cover Plate Assembly 

(Pendent Cover 12381 shown)

 Concealed Sprinkler and Adapter 

Assembly (Protective Cap Removed)

Summary of Contents for VK4611

Page 1: ...s Listed Category VNIV Refer to the Approval Charts and Design Criteria on for cULus Listing requirements that must be followed 3 TECHNICAL DATA Specifications Minimum Operating Pressure 7 psi 0 5 bar Maximum Working Pressure 175 psi 12 bar Factory tested hydrostatically to 500 psi 34 5 bar Thread size 1 2 15 mm NPT or 15 mm BSPT Nominal K Factor 2 8 U S 40 3 metric Glass bulb fluid temperature ra...

Page 2: ...ting 4 Order a cover plate refer to Table 2 Example 23438AE 200 F 93 C Temperature Rated Sprinkler with a standard Brass finish Sprinkler Base Part No Size 1 Finishes 2 Temperature Ratings NPT Inch BSPT mm Description Suffix1 Sprinkler Temperature Classification Nominal Rating Bulb Color Max Ambient Ceiling Temperature2 Suffix 23438 1 2 Brass A Oridinary 155 F 68 C Red 100 F 38 C B 23440 15 ENT 3 ...

Page 3: ...hed Chrome F 23174 3 5 16 84 Round 23463 3 5 16 84 Round Brushed Chrome F B 23179 3 5 16 84 Square 23482 3 5 16 84 Square Bright Brass B Antique Brass B A Brushed Brass B B Brushed Copper E B Painted White M W Painted Ivory M I Painted Black M B 3 Temperature Rating Matrix1 2 Cover Plate Nominal Rating Required Temperature Classification Sprinkler Nominal Rating Sprinkler Maximum Ambient Ceiling T...

Page 4: ...ny additional approvals 4 Listed by Underwriter s Laboratories for use in the U S and Canada 5 The 135 F 57 C covers have an orange label The 165 F 74 C covers have a white label 6 Other paint colors are available on request with the same listings as the standard paint colors Listings and approvals apply for any paint manufacturer Contact Viking for additional information 7 cULus Listed as corrosi...

Page 5: ...a page www vikinggroupinc com Page 5 of 8 Form No F_061620 21 10 07 Rev 21 2 Figure 2 Identification of Custom Paint Figure 3 Square Cover Assembly All custom color painted cover plates will have an identifying label affixed to the inside of the cover that indicates the custom color and will have a representative sample a paint dot of the paint on the label F A C T O R Y A P PLIED CUSTOM P A I N T...

Page 6: ... 13 mm If the bottom of the cover is flush with the surface of the ceiling when installed the sprinkler adapter cup will be recessed 1 2 15 mm See Figure 5 Figure 4 Sprinkler Dimensions 3 76 mm 21 4 57 mm 1 2 NPT or BSPT Nominal pipe engagement 7 16 11 mm Install the sprinkler so the finished surface of the ceiling lines up within the marked 1 2 13 mm range on the protective cap A Figure 5 Sprinkl...

Page 7: ...e to the sprinkler assembly can occur if the proper wrench is not used Other sprinkler wrenches available from Viking may fit into the sprinkler adapter cup however only the wrenches shown here are designed to properly install this sprinkler Step 2 Rotate the wrench slightly in either direction until the tines on the wrench D line up with the vent openings E on the adapter cup and lock into place ...

Page 8: ...chnical data page www vikinggroupinc com Page 8 of 8 Form No F_061620 21 10 07 Rev 21 2 Figure 8 Installing the Cover Plate Install the cover plate by inserting the adpater into the adapter cup and pushing or threading into place depending on style Snug the cover plate in place by rotating clockwise Ensure the cover plate is flush with the ceiling as shown to allow airflow through the sprinkler as...

Page 9: ...stall 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 fittings pipe or couplings in close proximity to sprinklers Sprinklers can be damaged from direct or indirect impacts DO NOT attempt to remove drywall paint etc from sprinklers Take care not to over tight...

Page 10: ...D 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 sprinkler Figure 3 Sprinkler cap being re moved from and upright sprinkler HOW TO REMOVE SHIELDS AND CAPS No tools are necessary to remove the shields or caps from sprinklers DO NOT use any sharp objects to ...

Page 11: ... 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 sprinklers into fittings during installation Do not use the sprinkler deflector to start or thread the sprinklers into fittings during installation Do not attempt to remove drywall paint etc from the sprinkl...

Page 12: ...t 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 ing the maximum recommended ambient temperature for the temperature rating used Inspect the coated sprinklers frequently soon after installation to verify the integrity of the corrosion resistant co...

Page 13: ...t readings to be expected In addition recognized installation rules may require a higher temperature classifica tion depending upon sprinkler location occupancy classification commodity classification storage height and other hazards In all cases the maximum expected ceiling temperature dictates the lowest allowable temperature classification Sprinklers located immediately adjacent to a heat sourc...

Page 14: ...ly 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 beyond the ceiling or wall without adversely affecting the sprinkler distribution or sensitivity Refer to the appropriate technical data page for allowable sprinkler models temperature ratings and o...

Page 15: ...TENANCE 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 Corporation web site for the closest distributor or contact The Viking Corporation 8 GUARANTEE For details of warranty refer to Viking s current list price schedule or contact Viking directly IMPORTAN...

Page 16: ...he 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 sprinkler with a loss of liquid from the glass bulb or damage to the fusible element should be destroyed immediately Note Installing glass bulb sprinklers in direct sunlight ultraviolet light may affe...

Page 17: ...uctile 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 of ANSI B16 4 Class 125 even at branch line ends The threaded end of the dry sprinkler is designed to allow the seal to penetrate and extend into the fitting to a predetermined depth This prevents co...

Page 18: ...ther 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 SERVICE Retain a protective cap or shield in the spare sprinkler cabinet 5 For flush style sprinklers the ceiling ring can now be installed onto the sprinkler body Align the ceiling ring with the sprinkle...

Page 19: ...Prior 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 drain all water and relieve all pressure on the piping 2a For frame style sprinklers use the special sprinkler wrench to remove the old sprinkler by turning it counterclockwise to unthread it from the...

Page 20: ...ction 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 sprinklers valves piping etc can expose you to chemicals including but not li mited to lead nickel butadiene titaninum dioxide chromium carbon black and acrylonitrile which are known to the State of C...

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