Fire Sprinkler Head Installation Tips

Do not use this item for any installation or repair of potable water applications.

Fire sprinkler head installation tips.

For the fire sprinkler repair you need. Heads must be installed and maintained according to national fire protection association nfpa standards. Besides spare sprinkler heads nfpa 25 section 5 4 1 5 5 6 stipulates that your sprinkler cabinet should contain a wrench specified by the manufacturer of the spare sprinkler heads for their installation plus a list of the sprinkler heads installed on the property. This heat sensitive plate detaches at temperatures roughly 20 degrees lower than the fire sprinkler head allowing the concealed sprinkler s deflector to drop and the head to activate.

Install using sprinkler head wrenches sold separately or any hand wrench that fits the npt size. Concealed models install in walls or ceilings and fully cover a pendent or sidewall sprinkler head using a concealed fire sprinkler cover plate. They are triggered when the liquid filled bulb bursts at the rated temperature. Remove the sod or patch of grass around the head carefully so that it can be.

Don t let a damaged fire sprinkler head compromise the safety of your home or business call kauffman co. Sprinkler heads sit just below or flush with the ground so a sturdy trowel should be suitable for digging up the head.