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Service Recommendations for
Fire Grooved Products
IMPORTANT
Refer to Technical Data Sheet
TFP2300 for warnings pertaining to
regulatory and health information.
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General
Description
Gaskets for fire protection services are
provided in Pre-Lubricated Grade “A”
EPDM or Grade “E” EPDM.
NOTICE
Never remove any piping component
nor correct or modify any piping defi-
ciencies without first de-pressurizing
and draining the system. Failure to do
so may result in serious personal injury,
property damage, and/or impaired
device performance.
It is the designer’s responsibility
to select products suitable for the
intended service and to ensure that
pressure ratings and performance
data are not exceeded. Verify material
and gasket selection for compatibility
with the specific application. Always
read and understand the installation
instructions.
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The properties and applications listed
herein are typical. Final selection of
gasket material for a specific applica-
tion should not be undertaken without
independent study and evaluation for
suitability. Failure to select the proper
rubber compound could result in
product failure, property damage, or
serious personal injury.
Install and maintain the gaskets
described herein in compliance with
this document, in addition to the stan-
dards of any other authorities having
jurisdiction. Failure to do so may result
in serious personal injury or impair the
performance of these devices.
The owner is responsible for main-
taining their fire protection system
and devices in proper operating con-
dition. Contact the installing contrac-
tor or product manufacturer with any
questions.
Technical
Data
This section provides technical data for
these gaskets:
• Standard “C” Shape Pre-Lubricated
Grade “A” EPDM Gaskets
• Center-Stop, Push-On Pre-Lubri-
cated Grade “A” EPDM Gaskets
Sizes
• Grade “E” EPDM Gaskets 1 to 12 Inch (DN25 to DN300)
• Tri-Seal Grade “E” EPDM Gaskets
Approvals
Proper pipe end preparation and groov- UL and ULC Listed
ing are mandatory to prevent leakage. FM Approved
For steel and other IPS pipe, refer to VdS Approved
LPCB Certified
Technical Data Sheet TFP1898 for roll
and cut groove specifications. The
gasket seat surface must be free from NOTICE
score marks, ridges, indentations, pro-
Standard C-Shape Grade “A” gaskets
jections, loose paint, flaking galvaniz- are not UL and ULC Listed for dry pipe
ing, scale, dirt chips, grease, rust, etc.
systems
which would prevent a positive seal.
Gasket
Standard “C” Pre-Lubricated Grade Pre-Lubricated Grade “A” EPDM
“A” EPDM Gaskets Gaskets, Violet color coded, have a
Pre-Lubricated Grade “A” EPDM temperature rating of -30 to 150°F
Gaskets are provided with a proprie- (-34 to 66°C).
tary coating that eliminates the need for
installers to apply a lubricant during the
assembly process.
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Grade Temperature Range Compound Color Code General Service Application

“A”
Pre-Lubricated -30°to 150°F Fire Protection Systems:
EPDM Violet
Standard “C” (-34°C to 66°C) Not recommended for hot water systems
Shape
“A” Fire Protection Systems:
Powder-Lubricated -30°to 150°F EPDM Violet Can be used for dry pipe or freezer systems,
Center-Stop, (-34°C to 66°C) Not recommended for hot water systems
Push-On
“A” Fire Protection Systems:
Self-Lubricating -30°to 150°F EPDM Double Violet Can be used for dry pipe or freezer systems,
Center-Stop (-34°C to 66°C) Not recommended for hot water systems
Push-On

-30°F to 230°F
“E” EPDM Green Fire Protection Systems
(-34°C to 110°C)

“E” -30°F to 230°F Fire Protection Systems:

EPDM Green
Tri-Seal (-34°C to 110°C) For dry pipe or freezer systems

TABLE A
GENERAL GASKET SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS

Center-Stop, Push-On Pre-
Lubricated Grade “A” EPDM
Gaskets (for Figure 579 couplings
only)
Figure 579 couplings are provided with
a Pre-Lubricated Grade “A” EPDM
Gasket eliminating the need for install-
ers to apply a lubricant during the
assembly process. These gaskets are
slightly over-sized for ease of installa-
tion and have a center leg that acts as a
stop to ensure correct placement of the
gasket. They are approved for all types
of fire protection systems including dry
pipe, freezer applications, and vacuum
services greater than 10˝ Hg.
Sizes
2 to 8 Inch (DN50 to DN200)
Approvals
UL and ULC Listed
FM Approved
VdS Approved
LPCB Certified
NOTICE
For dry pipe and freezer applications,
the addition of a petroleum free lubri-
cant is required.
Gaskets:
Powder-Lubricated Grade “A” EPDM
Gaskets, Violet color coded, have a
temperature rating of -30 to 150°F
(-34 to 66°C).
Self-Lubricating Grade “A” EPDM
Gaskets, Double Violet color coded,
have a temperature rating of -30 to
150°F (-34 to 66°C).
Grade “E” EPDM Gaskets
Couplings, Mechanical Tees, Figure
40-5 Straps, Figure 71 Flange Adapt-
ers, and Figure 716 Reducing Cou-
plings are provided with Grade “E”
EPDM Gaskets.
Sizes
1 to 12 Inch (DN25 to DN300)
Approvals
UL and ULC Listed
FM Approved
VdS Approved
LPCB Certified
NOTICE
For dry pipe and freezer applications,
the addition of a petroleum free silicone
lubricant is required.
Gasket
Grade “E” EPDM Gaskets, Green color
coded, have a temperature rating of
-30 to 230°F (-34 to 110°C).
NOTICE
Figure 716 Reducing Couplings, which
use Grade “E” EPDM Gaskets, are not
recommended for dry pipe and freezer
applications.
Tri-Seal Grade “E” EPDM Gaskets
The Tri-Seal Gasket differs from stan-
dard gaskets by closing off the gap
between the pipes or gasket cavity.
This closure is accomplished by posi-
tioning the center “rib” of the gasket
over the gap between the pipes. The
Tri-Seal Gasket has two tapered sealing
edges, in addition to the center rib, for
additional strength and sealing. These
gaskets are used primarily for dry pipe
fire protection systems, freezer appli-
cations, and vacuum services greater
than 10˝ Hg.
Sizes
1 to 12 Inch (DN25 to DN300)
Approvals
UL and ULC Listed
FM Approved
VdS Approved
LPCB Certified
Gasket
Tri-Seal Grade “E” EPDM Gaskets,
Green color coded, have a temperature
rating of -30 to 230°F (-34 to 110°C).
Dry Pipe and Freezer Applications
The Center-Stop, Push-On Gasket with
the GRINNELL G-FIRE Figure 579 Cou-
pling or the Tri-Seal Gasket with a rigid
coupling such as a GRINNELL G-FIRE
Figure 577 Coupling are the best choice
for dry pipe and freezer systems. Such
systems are unique applications that
benefit from proper pipe preparations,
a gasket with a center leg/rib, and the
use of a petroleum-free silicone-based
lubricant. Standard lubricant is not rec-
ommended for these applications as it
may freeze and has reduced lubrication
properties at low temperatures.

Standard Gasket: The standard style gasket, with a “C”
shape configuration, is the most commonly used.
Tri-Seal Gasket: This gasket is designed to close off the
gap or gasket cavity. This is accomplished by positioning
the center “rib” of the gasket over the gap between the
pipes. The tri-seal gasket has two tapered sealing edges
in addition to the center rib for additional strength and
sealing. This gasket is suitable for dry pipe and freezer
systems.
Center-Stop, Push-On Style Gaskets: The Grade “A”
EPDM Center-Stop, Push-On Style Gaskets are specially
designed for easy installation of the GRINNELL Figure
579 Coupling. These gaskets are suitable for dry pipe and
freezer systems.
FIGURE 1
GRINNELL GASKET STYLES
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Reducing Coupling Gasket: This gasket is provided with
ribs used to position the larger pipe so that the sealing lip
is located on the sealing surface of the pipe. This gasket
is used only with the GRINNELL Figure 716 Reducing
Coupling.
Flange Adapter Gasket: This gasket is specifically
designed for use with GRINNELL Flange Adapters. The
gasket has an optimal amount of rubber to provide a
dependable seal between both the pipe and mating
surface.
Mechanical Tee Gasket: This gasket provides a
compression type seal, which is designed to conform to
the exterior curve (OD) of the pipe. Use this type of gasket
ONLY with Figure 730 Mechanical Tees and Crosses.
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Care and Limited Ordering

Maintenance Warranty Procedure
The owner is responsible for the For warranty terms and conditions, visit GRINNELL G-FIRE Products are avail-
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of their fire protection system and distribution centers. For the nearest
devices in accordance with the appli- distributor, visit www.tyco-fire.com.
cable standards of the NATIONAL FIRE When placing an order, indicate the
PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA) - full product name. Specify the quan-
for example, NFPA 25 - in addition to tity, figure number, and type of gasket:
the standards of any authority having
jurisdiction. Contact the installing con- • Pre-Lubricated Grade “A” EPDM
tractor or product manufacturer with • Center-Stop Push-On Pre-Lubri-
any questions. Any impairment must cated Grade “A” EPDM (only avail-
be immediately corrected. able for Figure 579 coupling)
Automatic sprinkler systems are rec- • Grade “E” EPDM
ommended to be inspected, tested,
and maintained by a qualified Inspec- • Tri-Seal Grade “E” EPDM
tion Service.

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Change History Appendix

ISSUE DATE NOTES

Page 1, added QR code and URL to allow convenient access to electronic version from printed docu-
ment; Page 4, changed corporate address and telephone number to 1467 Elmwood Avenue, Cranston,
08-22
RI 02910 | Telephone +1-401-781-8220, formerly 1400 Pennbrook Parkway, Lansdale, PA 19446 | Tele-
phone +1-215-362-0700.
Added QR code and URL to allow convenient access to electronic version from printed document; Added
01-22
Grade A self-lubricating center-stop push-on gaskets, distinguished by double violet stripe color-code.
Updated Grinnell® branding and document format; Added Johnson Controls copyright; Added dis-
08-18 claimer stating specifications and information subject to change without notice; Added reference to
Regulatory and Health Warning Technical Data Sheet TFP2300.
Added Figure 579 One-Bolt Coupling with Grade A EPDM Center-Stop, Push-On Gasket, suitable for
02-18 dry pipe and freezer systems; Removed obsolete Figure 640 and 740 Pivot-Bolt Couplings, Plain End
Couplings and Figure 702 Outlet Coupling.
10-15 Corrected document number to TFP1895, formerly shown as TFP1985.
10-14 Added 1 in. (DN25) size information.
04-11 Clarified gasket information.
03-11 Updated patent information.
New Technical Data Sheet TFP1895 provides Gasket Service Recommendations for Fire Grooved
07-04
Products.

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