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05616 MANUAL OWNERS SERVICE HP PORTABLE 2/3/98 M.S. G

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2 DESCRIPTION: MANUAL OWNER’S SERVICE FOR HP PORTABLE EXTINGUISHERS

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Summary of content (8 pages)

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COVER SHEET DO NOT PRINT THIS PAGE FOR ACTUAL MANUAL. INTERNAL USE ONLY. PART NUMBER 05616 TITLE DATE CREATED CREATED BY REV. 2/3/98 M.S. G MANUAL OWNERS SERVICE HP PORTABLE # CK’D NOTES 1 THIS COVERSHEET FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY - DO NOT PRINT THIS PAGE IN MANUAL.
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OWNER’S SERVICE MANUAL INSTALLATION, OPERATING & SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL PN 05616 HIGH-PERFORMANCE DRY CHEMICAL PORTABLE EXTINGUISHERS GALVANIZED & Z-SERIES 6KG, 20 & 30 LB. All fire extinguishers shall be installed, inspected, and maintained in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association standard titled "Portable Fire Extinguishers", NFPA 10, or the national Fire Code of Canada and the requirements of local authorities having jurisdiction.
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THIS MANUAL IS ATTACHED TO EVERY NEW EXTINGUISHER SHIPPED FROM THE FACTORY. IT CONTAINS VALUABLE INFORMATION WHICH SHALL BE STUDIED BY EVERYONE WHO WILL USE OR SERVICE THE EXTINGUISHER. THE MANUAL SHALL BE STORED IN A CONVENIENT LOCATION FOR EASY REFERENCE. INTRODUCTION The Amerex High-Performance, stored-pressure 13.2 lbs. (6kg), 20 lb. (9 kg), and 30 lb. (13.
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INSTALLATION Your plant layout and particular hazards dictate the placement of fire extinguishers. Do not place this extinguisher close to a potential fire hazard. Amerex recommends location no less than a 50-foot distance from a potential hazard while leaving an unobstructed access. Avoid placing it in an extremely hot or cold place. The operational temperature range for this extinguisher is -65º to +120ºF (-54º to +49ºC).
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INSPECTING THE EXTINGUISHER This extinguisher shall be inspected at regular intervals (monthly or more often if circumstances dictate) to insure that it is ready for use. Inspection 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.
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8. Remove hose and horn assembly, and visually inspect inside valve body. Chemical in the valve body may indicate that the extinguisher has been partially discharged and shall therefore be recharged. Inspect the hose and horn assembly for damage, and replace if necessary. Blow air through the hose and horn to insure passage is clear of foreign material. 9. Inspect the valve assembly for corrosion or damage to hose thread connection.
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9. Remove hose and horn assembly and visually inspect inside valve body. Chemical in the valve body may indicate that the extinguisher has been partially discharged and shall therefore be recharged. Inspect the hose and horn assembly for damage and replace if necessary. Blow air through the hose and horn to insure passage is clear of foreign material. 10. Disassemble valve assembly by removing downtube, spring, and valve stem assembly. Remove collar O-ring from valve 11.
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10. Check extinguisher for leaks by applying detecting fluid or a solution of soapy water to the nitrogen charging adapter orifice, around the collar O-ring sealing area, cylinder welds, and gauge. Remove the pressurizing adapter. 11. Install pull pin and tamper seal. Attach new recharge tag. 12. Weigh assembled extinguisher, and confirm that the total weight is within the allowable tolerances indicated in the "Maintenance" section of the nameplate (label).