Amerex 18764 - Manual (Page 5)

Manual 18764 Rev - Page 5
OPERATION
CAUTION: Persons expected to use this extinguisher should be trained in initiating its operation
and in the proper fire fighting technique. “Hands on” training will prepare personnel with the feel
for this high pressure extinguisher so that the most effective application can be utilized in an
emergency situation. The basic operating instructions are contained in the pictogram portion of
every extinguisher nameplate. The following elaborates on these instructions.
1. Move the extinguisher to within approximately 15-20 feet of the fire site.
2. Twist and pull the ring pin from the manual actuator located on the right side of the hose retention rack.
With the nozzle lever in the CLOSED position, PULL HOSE FROM RACK. START BACK 15-20 FEET
from the fire.
3. Grasp nozzle hand twist and pull the ring pin for the nozzle body, AIM AT BASE OF FIRE nearest you.
4. OPEN HOSE NOZZLE by pulling the handle fully towards you (brace yourself, hold the nozzle firmly
and be prepared for discharge recoil). 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.
WARNING: THIS EXTINGUISHER OPERATES AT HIGH PRESSURE - BE PREPARED FOR HIGH
VELOCITY DISCHARGE RECOIL.
5. When the fire is out, push the nozzle lever forward to the CLOSED position. Stand by and watch for the
possibility of the hazard reigniting.
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.
DISCHARGE TIME (APPROX.)
36 SECONDS AT A RATE OF 4LBS/SECOND
MAXIMUM RANGE OF THE AGENT THROW IS 45-50 FEET EFFECTIVE DISCHARGE RANGE IS 15-
20 FEET
HOSE LENGTH IS 40 FEET
RECHARGE EXTINGUISHERS IMMEDIATELY AFTER ANY USE