
FREEDOM
®
RESIDENTIAL
CONCEALED HORIZONTAL
SIDEWALL SPRINKLER VK490
(K5.9)
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_032116 Rev 01 September 7, 2022
Page 5 of 7
Figure 4: Sprinkler VK490 Dimensions and Cover Installation
** A 1/2” ratchet is required (not available from Viking).
Figure 3: Sprinkler VK490 Correct Deflector Orientation
Keep the top of the
element oriented parallel
to the ceiling.
CEILING
Measure from the
centerline of the
sprinkler to the ceiling.
1/2”
(15 mm)
NPT
2-3/16” (56 mm)
diameter opening
required in the wall.
Concealed Sprinkler
Wrench** 16208W/R
To install the Cover Plate assembly, gently push it onto the
sprinkler body with even pressure using the palm of the hand.
1/4” (6 mm) Horizontal
adjustment available.
Concealed
sprinkler body with
protective cap
2-3/16”
(56 mm)
Maximum
1-15/16”
(49 mm)
Minimum
The top of the sprinkler
is marked “TOP”.
Centerline of sprinkler
(Corresponds with the
centerline of the wrench)
*Distance from the ceiling affects water supply requirements. Refer to the Approval Chart.
Refer to the Approval Chart for
minimum and maximum allowable
distance from the centerline of the
sprinkler to the ceiling*.
3-5/16”
(84 mm)
1/4”
(6 mm)
VK490