Amerex 05615 - Manual (Page 3)

Manual 05615 Rev. D Page 2
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 x t in g u is h e r is +35°F to +120°F (+2°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 extinguishing agent over a period of time and make the extinguisher
ineffective.)
WARNING: The models 630 and 631 alcohol resistant FFFP foam fire extinguishers have been
tested and listed for Class A & B fires only. DO NOT USE ON CLASS C FIRES
INVOLVING ENERGIZED ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT, CLASS D FIRES OR ANY
FLAMMABLES THAT WILL REACT WITH WATER.
WARNING: These extinguishers must be located in an area in which they will be protected
from freezing. THERE ARE NO KNOWN ANTI-FREEZE ADDITIVES WHICH WILL
PROTECT THESE UNITS FROM FREEZING without adversely affecting the foam
fire fighting effectiveness. In some cases, a properly sized barrel heater may
afford adequate protection.
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 remove ring (safety) pin. Pull "T"
handle to open nitrogen 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
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. Note: Do not cover the nozzle aspirating holes when
discharging this extinguisher.
Discharge Time (approx.): 60 seconds
Effective Range of the
agent throw is: 35 – 40 feet
Hose Length: 50 feet
RECHARGE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS IMMEDIATELY AFTER ANY USE
SHUTDOWN
1. After making sure that the fire has been completely extinguished, expel all remaining extinguishing agent
and pressure, then push the nozzle lever forward to the closed position. Close the nitrogen valve (PUSH
"T" HANDLE TO CLOSED POSITION).
2. When the hose is empty, push the nozzle lever to the CLOSED position.
3. Slowly open the nozzle lever again to insure that the extinguisher and hose have been completely cleared
of agent and pressure.
4. Coil the extinguisher hose onto the storage rack and position the nozzle onto the mount in preparation for
transport to the recharge location.
CAUTION: DO NOT TRANSPORT A NITROGEN CYLINDER WITH ANY REMAINING PRESSURE
WITHOUT INSTALLING THE PROTECTIVE SHIPPING CAP.