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Series LFII Residential, NFPA 13 Optimized

Horizontal Sidewall Sprinklers
5.6 K-factor
adjustment or up to 1/2 inch (12,7 mm)
General of total adjustment from the flush
mounting surface position. The adjust-
Description ment provided by the Recessed Es-
cutcheon reduces the accuracy to
The Series LFII (TY3334) Residential which the pipe nipples to the sprinklers
Horizontal Sidewall Sprinklers are must be cut.
decorative, fast response, frangible
bulb sprinklers designed for use in The Series LFII (TY3334) has been
residential occupancies such as designed with heat sensitivity and
homes, apartments, dormitories, and water distribution characteristics
hotels. When enhanced flow charac- proven to help in the control of residen-
teristics for residential portions of any tial fires and to improve the chance for
occupancy per NFPA 13 is the major occupants to escape or be evacuated.
consideration, the Series LFII
(TY3334) should be the first choice.
WARNINGS
When higher flow demands are re- The Series LFII (TY3334) Residential
quired for residential sprinklers used in Horizontal Sidewall Sprinklers de-
an NFPA 13 design, the large 5.6 K- scribed herein must be installed and
factor of the Series LFII (TY3334) is an maintained in compliance with this
attractive choice. Although mostly in- document, as well as with the applica-
tended where residential sprinklers ble standards of the National Fire Pro-
are to be used in an NFPA 13 design, tection Association, in addition to the
the Series LFII (TY3334) can also be standards of any other authorities hav-
used in wet pipe residential sprinkler ing jurisdiction. Failure to do so may
systems for one- and two-family dwell- impair the performance of these de-
ings and mobile homes per NFPA 13D, vices.
and wet pipe residential sprinkler sys-
tems for residential occupancies up to The owner is responsible for maintain-
and including four stories in height per ing their fire protection system and de-
NFPA 13R. vices in proper operating condition.
The installing contractor or sprinkler
The recessed version of the Series manufacturer should be contacted
LFII (TY3334) is intended for use in with any questions.
areas with finished walls. It employs a
two-piece Style 20 Recessed Escutch-
eon. The Recessed Escutcheon pro-
vides 1/4 inch (6,4 mm) of recessed
Sprinkler/Model
Identification
IMPORTANT
Always refer to Technical Data Number
Sheet TFP700 for the “INSTALLER SIN TY3334
WARNING” that provides cautions
with respect to handling and instal-
lation of sprinkler systems and com-
ponents. Improper handling and in-
stallation can permanently damage
a sprinkler system or its compo-
nents and cause the sprinkler to fail
to operate in a fire situation or cause
it to operate prematurely.

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Components: 5 3 2 1
1 - Frame WRENCH
2 - Button Assembly FLATS

TOP
3 - Sealing Assembly
4 - Bulb
5 - Compression Screw
6 - Deflector * TOP-OF- 6* 4 7/16" (11,1 mm)
DEFLECTOR NOMINAL 2-7/8" DIA.
* Temperature rating MAKE-IN (73,0 mm)
is indicated on top
of Deflector.
CENTERLINE
OF WATERWAY
7/16"
(11,1 mm) STYLE 20
1/2" NPT RECESSED
1-5/8" ESCUTCHEON
END-OF- (41,3 mm) ESCUTCHEON
DEFLECTOR 2-1/4" PLATE SEATING
BOSS (57,2 mm) SURFACE RECESSED

FIGURE 1
SERIES LFII (TY3334) RESIDENTIAL
HORIZONTAL SIDEWALL AND RECESSED HORIZONTAL SIDEWALL SPRINKLERS

7/16±1/8"
(11,1±3,2 mm)

MOUNTING FACE OF WRENCH RECESS

SURFACE SPRINKLER (END "A" USED
FOR TY3334)
FITTING

TOP-OF- CLOSURE
FIGURE 3
DEFLECTOR W-TYPE 6 SPRINKLER WRENCH
TY3334
2-7/8" DIA.
(73,0 mm) WRENCH
RECESS
2-1/4" DIA.
(57,2 mm)
7/16"
(11,1 mm)

MOUNTING
PLATE

END-OF-
DEFLECTOR 1/8"
PUSH WRENCH
BOSS (3,2 mm)
IN TO ENSURE
ENGAGEMENT
1-3/8" (34,9 mm) 1/2" (12,7 mm)
WITH SPRINKLER
1-1/8" (28,6 mm) 1/4" (6,4 mm) WRENCHING AREA
FIGURE 4
FIGURE 2 W-TYPE 7 RECESSED
STYLE 20 RECESSED ESCUTCHEON SPRINKLER WRENCH
FOR USE WITH THE SERIES LFII (TY3334)
RESIDENTIAL HORIZONTAL SIDEWALL SPRINKLER

Physical Characteristics:
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brass
Technical Button . . . . . . . . . . . . Bronze
Discharge Coefficient: Sealing Assembly . . . . . . . . . .
Data K = 5.6 GPM/psi1/2 (80,6 LPM/bar1/2) . . . . . . Beryllium Nickel w/Teflon†
Temperature Rating: Bulb . . . . . . . . 3 mm dia. Glass
Approvals: Compression Screw . . . . . Bronze
UL and C-UL Listed. 155°F/68°C or 175°F/79°C
Deflector . . . . . . . . . . . Copper
Maximum Working Pressure: Finishes:
175 psi (12,1 bar) White Polyester Coated, †Dupont Registered Trademark
Chrome Plated, or Natural Brass
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In addition the top-of-deflector-to-ceil- Step A. Recessed horizontal sidewall

Operation ing distance is to be within the range sprinklers are to be installed in the
(Ref. Table A or B) being hydraulically horizontal position with their centerline
The glass Bulb contains a fluid that calculated. of waterway perpendicular to the back
expands when exposed to heat. When wall and parallel to the ceiling. The
the rated temperature is reached, the Sprinkler Spacing. The minimum
word “TOP” on the Deflector is to face
fluid expands sufficiently to shatter the spacing between sprinklers is 8 feet
towards the ceiling.
glass Bulb allowing the sprinkler to (2,4 m). The maximum spacing be-
activate and flow water. tween sprinklers cannot exceed the Step B. After installing the Style 20
width of the coverage area (Ref. Table Mounting Plate over the sprinkler
A) being hydraulically calculated (e.g., threads and with pipe thread sealant
Design maximum 12 feet for a 12 ft. x 12 ft.
coverage area, or 16 feet for a 16 ft. x
applied to the pipe threads, hand
tighten the sprinkler into the sprinkler
Criteria 20 ft. coverage area). fitting.
Step C. Tighten the sprinkler into the
The Series LFII (TY3334) Residential
Horizontal Sidewall Sprinklers are UL Installation sprinkler fitting using only the W-Type
7 Recessed Sprinkler Wrench (Ref.
and C-UL Listed for installation in ac-
The Series LFII (TY3334) must be in- Figure 4). With reference to Figure 1,
cordance with the following criteria.
stalled in accordance with the follow- the W-Type 7 Recessed Sprinkler
ing instructions: Wrench is to be applied to the sprinkler
NOTE
NOTES wrench flats.
When conditions exist that are outside
the scope of the provided criteria, refer Do not install any bulb type sprinkler if Step C. After the wall has been in-
to the Residential Sprinkler Design the bulb is cracked or there is a loss of stalled or the finish coat has been ap-
Guide TFP490 for the manufacturer’s liquid from the bulb. With the sprinkler plied, slide on the Style 20 Closure
recommendations that may be accept- held horizontally, a small air bubble over the Series LFII Sprinkler and
able to the local Authority Having Ju- should be present. The diameter of the push the Closure over the Mounting
risdiction. air bubble is approximately 1/16 inch Plate until its flange comes in contact
(1,6 mm). with the wall.
System Type. Only wet pipe systems
may be utilized. A leak tight 1/2 inch NPT sprinkler joint
should be obtained with a torque of 7
Hydraulic Design. The minimum re- to 14 ft.lbs. (9,5 to 19,0 Nm). A maxi- Care and
quired sprinkler flow rate for systems mum of 21 ft.lbs. (28,5 Nm) of torque
designed to NFPA 13D or NFPA 13R is to be used to install sprinklers. Maintenance
are given in Table A and B as a func- Higher levels of torque may distort the
tion of temperature rating and the The Series LFII (TY3334) must be
sprinkler inlet with consequent leak-
maximum allowable coverage areas. maintained and serviced in accord-
age or impairment of the sprinkler.
The sprinkler flow rate is the minimum ance with the following instructions:
required discharge from each of the Do not attempt to compensate for in-
total number of “design sprinklers” as sufficient adjustment in an Escutcheon NOTES
specified in NFPA 13D or NFPA 13R. Plate by under- or over-tightening the Absence of an Escutcheon Plate may
Sprinkler. Readjust the position of the delay the sprinkler operation in a fire
For systems designed to NFPA 13, the sprinkler fitting to suit. situation.
number of design sprinklers is to be
the four most hydraulically demanding The Series LFII Horizontal Sidewall Before closing a fire protection system
sprinklers. The minimum required dis- Sprinklers must be installed in ac- main control valve for maintenance
charge from each of the four sprinklers cordance with the following instruc- work on the fire protection system
is to be the greater of the following: tions. which it controls, permission to shut
down the affected fire protection sys-
• The flow rates given in Tables A and Step 1. Horizontal sidewall sprinklers
tem must be obtained from the proper
B for NFPA 13D and 13R as a func- are to be installed in the horizontal
authorities and all personnel who may
tion of temperature rating and the position with their centerline of water-
be affected by this action must be no-
maximum allowable coverage area. way perpendicular to the back wall and
tified.
parallel to the ceiling. The word “TOP”
• A minimum discharge of 0.1 gpm/sq. on the Deflector is to face towards the Sprinklers which are found to be leak-
ft. over the “design area” comprised ceiling with the front edge of the De- ing or exhibiting visible signs of corro-
of the four most hydraulically de- flector parallel to the ceiling. sion must be replaced.
manding sprinklers for the actual
coverage areas being protected by Step 2. With pipe thread sealant ap- Automatic sprinklers must never be
the four sprinklers. plied to the pipe threads, hand tighten painted, plated, coated, or otherwise
the sprinkler into the sprinkler fitting. altered after leaving the factory. Modi-
Obstruction To Water Distribution. fied sprinklers must be replaced.
Locations of sprinklers are to be in Step 3. Tighten the sprinkler into the
Sprinklers that have been exposed to
accordance with the obstruction rules sprinkler fitting using only the W-Type
corrosive products of combustion, but
of NFPA 13 for residential sprinklers. 6 Sprinkler Wrench (Ref. Figure 3).
have not operated, should be replaced
With reference to Figure 1, the W-Type
Operational Sensitivity. The sprin- if they cannot be completely cleaned
6 Sprinkler Wrench is to be applied to
klers are to be installed with an end-of- by wiping the sprinkler with a cloth or
the wrench flats.
deflector-boss to wall distance of 1- by brushing it with a soft bristle brush.
3/8 to 6 inches or in the recessed po- The Series LFII Recessed Horizontal
Care must be exercised to avoid dam-
sition using only the Style 20 Re- Sidewall Sprinklers must be installed
age to the sprinklers - before, during,
cessed Escutcheon as shown in in accordance with the following in-
and after installation. Sprinklers dam-
Figure 2. structions.
aged by dropping, striking, wrench

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ELEVATION

Maximum Maximum
Coverage Spacing Minimum Flow (c) and Residual Pressure
Area (a) Ft.
Width x Length (b) (m) Top-Of-Deflector- To- Ceiling: Top-Of-Deflector- To- Ceiling:
Ft. x Ft. 4 to 6 Inches (100 to 150 mm) 6 to 12 Inches (100 to 150 mm)
(m x m)
155°F/68°C 175°F/79°C 155°F/68°C 175°F/79°C

12 x 12 12 17 GPM (64,3 LPM) 17 GPM (64,3 LPM) 20 GPM (75,7 LPM) 20 GPM (75,7 LPM)
(3,7 x 3,7) (3,7) 9.2 psi (0,63 bar) 9.2 psi (0,63 bar) 12.8 psi (0,88 bar) 12.8 psi (0,88 bar)
14 x 14 14 19 GPM (71,9 LPM) 19 GPM (71,9 LPM) 22 GPM (83,3 LPM) 22 GPM (83,3 LPM)
(4,3 x 4,3) (4,3) 11.5 psi (0,79 bar) 11.5 psi (0,79 bar) 15.4 psi (1,06 bar) 15.4 psi (1,06 bar)
16 x 14 16 20 GPM (75,7 LPM) 20 GPM (75,7 LPM) 24 GPM (90,8 LPM) 24 GPM (90,8 LPM)
(4,9 x 4,3) (4,9) 12.8 psi (0,88 bar) 12.8 psi (0,88 bar) 18.4 psi (1,27 bar) 18.4 psi (1,27 bar)
16 x 16 16 24 GPM (90,8 LPM) 24 GPM (90,8 LPM) 28 GPM (106,0 LPM) 28 GPM (106,0 LPM)
(4,9 x 4,9) (4,9) 18.4 psi (1,27 bar) 18.4 psi (1,27 bar) 25.0 psi (1,72 bar) 25.0 psi (1,72 bar)
16 x 18 16 26 GPM (98,4 LPM) 26 GPM (98,4 LPM) 31 GPM (117,3 LPM) 31 GPM (117,3 LPM)
(4,9 x 5,5) (4,9) 21.6 psi (1,49 bar) 21.6 psi (1,49 bar) 30.6 psi (2,11 bar) 30.6 psi (2,11 bar)
16 x 20 16 29 GPM (109,8 LPM) 29 GPM (109,8 LPM) 37 GPM (140,0 LPM) 37 GPM (140,0 LPM)
(4,9 x 6,1) (4,9) 26.8 psi (1,85 bar) 26.8 psi (1,85 bar) 43.7 psi (3,01 bar) 43.7 psi (3,01 bar)

(a) For coverage area dimensions less than or between those indicated, it is necessary to use the minimum required flow for the next
highest coverage area for which hydraulic design criteria are stated.

(b) Width (backwall where sprinkler is located) x Length (horizontal throw of sprinkler).

(c) Requirement is based on minimum flow in GPM (LPM) from each sprinkler. The associated residual pressures are calculated using
the nominal K-factor. Refer to Hydraulic Design Criteria Section for details.

(d) Sidewall sprinklers, where installed under a ceiling with a slope greater than 0 inch rise for a 12 inch run to a slope up to 2 inch
rise for 12 inch run, must be located per one of the following:

• Locate the sprinklers at the high point of the slope and positioned to discharge down the slope.

• Locate the sprinklers along the slope and positioned to discharge across the slope.

TABLE A
NFPA 13D AND NFPA 13R HYDRAULIC DESIGN CRITERIA
FOR THE SERIES LFII (TY3334)
RESIDENTIAL HORIZONTAL SIDEWALL AND RECESSED HORIZONTAL SIDEWALL SPRINKLERS
FOR HORIZONTAL CEILING (Maximum 2 Inch Rise for 12 Inch Run)
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12"
4" MAXIMUM

ELEVATION

Minimum Flow (c) and Residual Pressure

Two sprinkler design with the sprinklers located along the slope and positioned to
discharge across the slope. .
Maximum Maximum
Coverage Spacing
Area (a) Ft.
Width x Length (b) (m)
Top-Of-Deflector- To- Ceiling: Top-Of-Deflector- To- Ceiling:
Ft. x Ft.
4 to 6 Inches (100 to 150 mm) 6 to 12 Inches (100 to 300 mm)
(m x m)

155°F/68°C 175°F/79°C 155°F/68°C 175°F/79°C

16 x 16 16 24 GPM (90,8 LPM) 24 GPM (90,8 LPM) 24 GPM (90,8 LPM) 24 GPM (90,8 LPM)
(4,9 x 4,9) (4,9) 18.4 psi (1,27 bar) 18.4 psi (1,27 bar) 18.4 psi (1,27 bar) 18.4 psi (1,27 bar)

(a) For coverage area dimensions less than or between those indicated, it is necessary to use the minimum required flow for the next
highest coverage area for which hydraulic design criteria are stated.

(b) Width (backwall where sprinkler is located) x Length (horizontal throw of sprinkler).

(c) Requirement is based on minimum flow in GPM (LPM) from each sprinkler. The associated residual pressures are calculated using
the nominal K-factor. Refer to Hydraulic Design Criteria Section for details..

TABLE B
NFPA 13D AND NFPA 13R HYDRAULIC DESIGN CRITERIA
FOR THE SERIES LFII (TY3334)
RESIDENTIAL HORIZONTAL SIDEWALL AND RECESSED HORIZONTAL SIDEWALL SPRINKLERS
FOR SPRINKLERS LOCATED ALONG A SLOPE AND DISCHARGING ACROSS THE SLOPE
(Greater Than 2 Inch Rise for 12 Inch Run Up To 4 Inch Rise for 12 Inch Run)
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twist/slippage, or the like, must be re-

placed. Also, replace any sprinkler that Limited Ordering
has a cracked bulb or that has lost
liquid from its bulb. (Ref. Installation Warranty Procedure
Section).
Products manufactured by Tyco Fire When placing an order, indicate the full
The owner is responsible for the in- Products are warranted solely to the product name. Contact your local dis-
spection, testing, and maintenance of original Buyer for ten (10) years tributor for availability..
their fire protection system and de- against defects in material and work-
vices in compliance with this docu- Sprinkler Assembly:
manship when paid for and properly
ment, as well as with the applicable installed and maintained under normal Series LFII (TY3334), K=5.6, Residen-
standards of the National Fire Protec- use and service. This warranty will ex- tial Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler with
tion Association (e.g., NFPA 25), in pire ten (10) years from date of ship- (specify) temperature rating and
addition to the standards of any other ment by Tyco Fire Products. No war- (specify) finish, P/N (specify).
authorities having jurisdiction. The in- ranty is given for products or
stalling contractor or sprinkler manu- components manufactured by compa- 155°F/68°C
facturer should be contacted relative to nies not affiliated by ownership with Chrome Plated . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 51-524-9-155
any questions. Tyco Fire Products or for products and White Coated . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 51-524-4-155
White (RAL9010)* . . . . . . . . . . P/N 51-524-3-155
components which have been subject Natural Brass . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 51-524-1-155
NOTE to misuse, improper installation, corro-
The owner must assure that the sprin- sion, or which have not been installed, 175°F/79°C
klers are not used for hanging of any maintained, modified or repaired in ac- Chrome Plated . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 51-524-9-175
objects and that the sprinklers are only cordance with applicable Standards of White Coated . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 51-524-4-175
cleaned by means of gently dusting the National Fire Protection Associa- White (RAL9010)* . . . . . . . . . . P/N 51-524-3-175
with a feather duster; otherwise, non- tion, and/or the standards of any other Natural Brass . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 51-524-1-175
operation in the event of a fire or inad- Authorities Having Jurisdiction. Mate-
vertent operation may result. * Eastern Hemisphere sales only.
rials found by Tyco Fire Products to be
It is recommended that automatic defective shall be either repaired or Recessed Escutcheon:
sprinkler systems be inspected, replaced, at Tyco Fire Products’ sole
tested, and maintained by a qualified option. Tyco Fire Products neither as- Specify: Style 20 Recessed Escutch-
Inspection Service in accordance with sumes, nor authorizes any person to eon with (specify) finish, P/N (specify).
local requirements and/or national assume for it, any other obligation in
connection with the sale of products or Chrome Plated . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 56-705-9-010
code. White Color Coated . . . . . . . . P/N 56-705-4-010
parts of products. Tyco Fire Products White (RAL9010) . . . . . . . . . . P/N 56-705-3-010
shall not be responsible for sprinkler Brass Plated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 56-705-2-010
system design errors or inaccurate or
incomplete information supplied by * Eastern Hemisphere sales only.
Buyer or Buyer’s representatives.
Sprinkler Wrench:
IN NO EVENT SHALL TYCO FIRE Specify: W-Type 6 Sprinkler Wrench,
PRODUCTS BE LIABLE, IN CON- P/N 56-000-6-387.
TRACT, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY OR
UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THE- Specify: W-Type 7 Sprinkler Wrench,
ORY, FOR INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, P/N 56-850-4-001.
SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO LABOR CHARGES, RE-
GARDLESS OF WHETHER TYCO
FIRE PRODUCTS WAS INFORMED
ABOUT THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
DAMAGES, AND IN NO EVENT
SHALL TYCO FIRE PRODUCTS’ LI-
ABILITY EXCEED AN AMOUNT
EQUAL TO THE SALES PRICE.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS
MADE IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FIT-
NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PUR-
POSE.

TYCO FIRE PRODUCTS, 451 North Cannon Avenue, Lansdale, Pennsylvania 19446