Amerex 05618 - Manual (Page 3)

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1. Move the extinguisher (wheeled unit) to within approximately 10 feet (50 lb.), 30 feet (100 lb.) of the fire
site.
2. Twist and pull ring pin(s). Pull “T” handle cylinder valve lever(s) to open cylinder valve. Pull hose from
rack. Start back 10 feet from the fire.
3. Grasp horn squeeze grip shut-off valve and aim horn at base of fire nearest you.
4. Squeeze horn shut-off valve lever. Sweep side to side across the base of the fire and past both edges.
Progressively follow up until the fire is extinguished. Work the fire away from you while being alert for
flashbacks. Move closer as the fire is extinguished but not so close as to scatter or splash the burning
material.
5. When the fire is out, release the horn shut-off valve lever to stop discharge. Stand by and watch for
possible re-ignition.
6. Evacuate and ventilate the area immediately after extinguishing the fire. The fumes and smoke from any
fire may be hazardous and can be deadly.
50 LB. 100 LB.
Discharge Time (approx.) 44 seconds ±5 sec. 74 seconds ±8 sec.
Hose Length 15 feet 40 feet
BEFORE PREPARING TO MOVE THE EXTINGUISHER TO THE RECHARGE LOCATION
DETERMINATION MUST BE MADE THAT THE FIRE IS COMPLETELY EXTINGUISHED AND THERE IS
NO DANGER OF A FLASHBACK.
HAVE EXTINGUISHER RECHARGED IMMEDIATELY AFTER ANY USE
SHUTDOWN
1.
Push cylinder valve “T” handle(s) to the closed position and install ring (locking) pin. Squeeze nozzle
shut-off valve to release any carbon dioxide remaining in the hose.
2. When all pressure has been evacuated from the hose, remove hose (50 lb.) or manifold (100 lb.) from
cylinder valve(s). Install shipping cap(s) to protect valve assembly. Coil the extinguisher hose onto the
storage rack and position the nozzle onto the mount in preparation for transport to the recharge location.
AMEREX CORPORATION DOES NOT SERVICE, MAINTAIN OR RECHARGE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS. THIS
MANUAL IS PUBLISHED AS A GUIDE TO ASSIST QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL IN THE INSPECTION,
MAINTENANCE AND RECHARGE OF AMEREX FIRE EXTINGUISHERS ONLY. NO INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CAN ANTICIPATE ALL POSSIBLE MALFUNCTIONS THAT MAY BE ENCOUNTERED IN THE SERVICE OF
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS. DUE TO THE POSSIBILITY THAT PRIOR SERVICE PERFORMED ON THIS
EQUIPMENT MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY DONE, IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT THAT ALL
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES IN THIS MANUAL BE CAREFULLY OBSERVED. FAILURE TO HEED
THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
AMEREX ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR SERVICE, MAINTENANCE OR RECHARGE OF FIRE EXTINGUISHERS BY PUBLISHING
THIS MANUAL .
INSPECTING THE EXTINGUISHER
INSPECTION [NFPA-10] is a "quick check" that a fire extinguisher is available and is in operating condition. It is
intended to give reasonable assurance that the fire extinguisher is fully charged. This is done by verifying that it is
in its designated place, that it has not been actuated or tampered with, and that there is no obvious physical
damage or condition to prevent its operation.
PERIODIC INSPECTION PROCEDURES
(monthly or more often if circumstances dictate)