Technical data

13773-001
26-20
Page 1
EXTINGUISHING
1. DESCRIPTION
The airplane is equipped with a liquefied-gas type fire extinguisher mounted within a quick-release bracket
assembly attached at the forward inboard side of the pilot’s seat base. The extinguishing agent is Halon
1211/1301 blend and is approved for use on class B (liquid, grease) and class C (electrical equipment)
fires. The fire extinguisher must be replaced after each use.
2. MAINTENANCE PRACTICES
A. Fire Extinguisher (See Figure 26-201)
(1) Removal - Fire Extinguisher
(a) Release quick-release clamp.
(b) Remove fire extinguisher from bracket assembly.
(2) Installation - Fire Extinguisher
(a) Position fire extinguisher in bracket assembly.
(b) Secure with quick-release clamp.
(3) Operation - Fire Extinguisher
(a) Point fire extinguisher nozzle directly at target.
(b) Pull ring to remove safety pin.
(c) Depress discharge lever.
(d) Direct discharge at base of flame with side to side motion (range for a fully charged extin-
guisher is 6 to 8 feet (1.8 to 2.4 meters) with a duration of 10 to 12 seconds.
(4) Inspection/Check - Fire Extinguisher
(a) Acquire necessary tools, equipment, and supplies.
(b) Thoroughly examine fire extinguisher for signs of leakage, corrosion, or other damage.
(c) At annual inspection, weigh fire extinguisher to ensure gross weight is above 24.2 oz. (686
g). If extinguisher weighs less than that specified, replace immediately.
(d) Once a month (or at more frequent intervals when circumstances require) weigh or “heft”
the fire extinguisher to ensure the gross weight is above 24.2 oz. (686 g). Ensure the noz-
zle is not obstructed, and the safety seal is intact.
Description P/N or Spec. Supplier Purpose
Scale - Any Source Weighing
30 Nov 2000