Amerex 05614 - Manual (Page 2)

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INTRODUCTION
THIS MANUAL IS ATTACHED TO EVERY NEW EXTINGUISHER SHIPPED FROM THE FACTORY. IT
CONTAINS VALUABLE INFORMATION WHICH SHOULD BE STUDIED BY EVERYONE WHO WILL USE OR
SERVICE THE EXTINGUISHER. THE MANUAL SHOULD BE STORED IN A CONVENIENT LOCATION FOR
EASY REFERENCE.
PREPARING YOUR NEW EXTINGUISHER FOR USE
WARNING: THIS FIRE EXTINGUISHER IS SHIPPED FROM THE FACTORY EMPTY.
AFTER INITIAL PREPARATIONS, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THE RECHARGING
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PLACING IT INTO SERVICE.
1. Remove all wrappings, straps and pallet retaining bolts.
2. Examine the extinguisher for shipping damage. Check to make sure that you have received the dry
chemical charges that are shipped with the extinguisher (ABC and Purple K – 6 each 50 lb. pails; Regular
– 7 each 50 lb. pails).
3. Fill the extinguisher by carefully following the Recharge instructions (Page 5).
4. Remove the nitrogen cylinder protective shipping cap. Save the cap as it must be installed whenever a
charged nitrogen cylinder is transported. Remove temporary (shipping) ring pin and install large ring pin.
5. Install new lockwire seal. Check the nitrogen cylinder pressure. The gauge should read approximately
2015 psig (13.9 mPa) at 70ºF (21ºC) ambient temperature. See the "Troubleshooting Guide" for
pressure-temperature allowances. The lockwire seal should be intact.
6. Remove (and save) the Safety Vent Plug installed on all "T" handle nitrogen valves. Connect the nitrogen
supply hose firmly to the nitrogen cylinder valve. Make sure that there are no kinks in this hose.
7. Disconnect the discharge hose assembly from the agent cylinder. Make sure that the hose and nozzle
are unobstructed and that the P/N 07411 Moisture Seal is undamaged and properly seated on the agent
cylinder discharge fitting. Reconnect the discharge hose to the agent cylinder and with the nozzle in the
closed (forward) position, place it on the storage rack. (See Page 7 )
8. Record the date the unit is being placed into service on the inspection tag and attach it to the
extinguisher.
9. Remove the caution (not charged) tag.
INSTALLATION
Do not place this extinguisher close to a potential fire hazard. Amerex recommends location no less than a
50 foot distance from the hazard while leaving an unobstructed access. Avoid placing it in an extremely hot
or cold place. The operational temperature range for this e xt i n gu i sh e r is -65°F to +120°F (-54°C to +49°C).
The extinguisher should be adequately protected if temperatures outside of this range are anticipated. Keep
the extinguisher clean and free from dirt, ice, chemicals and any contaminants that may interfere with its
proper operation. DO NOT FUNCTIONALLY TEST THIS FIRE EXTINGUISHER. (Testing or any use may
cause the extinguisher to gradually lose pressure over a period of time and make the extinguisher ineffective.)
OPERATION
NOTE: Persons expected to use this extinguisher should be trained in initiating its
operation and in the proper fire fighting technique. Familiarize all personnel with
this information before an emergency occurs.
1. Move the extinguisher to within approximately 50 feet of the fire site and keep extinguisher upright.
Remove ring (safety) pin and pull "T" handle to open cylinder valve. This will pressurize the extinguisher.
2. Remove nozzle from the mount, and with the nozzle lever in the closed position, pull hose from rack.
3. Start back 30 feet from the fire and aim at base of fire nearest you.
4. Hold hose and nozzle firmly and be prepared for discharge recoil. Open nozzle by pulling the handle fully
toward you. Slowly sweep side to side across the base of the fire and past both edges. Progressively
follow up until the fire is extinguished.