Amerex 05619 - Manual (Page 3)

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3. Arrange the discharge hose and extension applicator assembly in the retaining clips as shown in the
installation diagrams on Page 8.
4. Install your extinguisher in an accessible location with the top of the handle no more than 3½ feet (6
m) above the floor, the base at least 4 inches (.1m) above the floor, and near a doorway. DO NOT
INSTALL THE EXTINGUISHER WHERE YOU WOULD HAVE TO WALK THROUGH A
POTENTIAL FIRE LOCATION TO REACH IT!
5.
Do not place this extinguisher close to a potential fire hazard. Amerex recommends location no less
than a fifty (50) feet from the hazard, leaving unobstructed access. Avoid placing it in an extremely
hot or cold place. The operational temperature range is –40° to + 120°F (–40° to + 49°C).
Adequately protect the extinguisher if temperatures outside 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 it to gradually lose pressure and become ineffective. Never throw any extinguisher in a
fire as it could explode from heat/pressure buildup.
NOTE: Slight pressure variances in the gauge reading may be found if the extinguisher has been
subjected to extremes of heat or cold. High temperatures can cause high gauge readings and
low temperatures, low readings. When in doubt, condition the extinguisher to 70°F (21°C) for
several hours to obtain more accurate pressure gauge reading.
6. Record the date the extinguisher is placed into service on the inspection tag and attach it to the
extinguisher.
IN CASE OF FIRE
1. HAVE EVERYONE EVACUATE THE AREA IMMEDIATELY!
2. CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EVEN IF THE FIRE APPEARS TO BE
SMALL! THE FIRE DEPARTMENT NUMBER SHOULD BE POSTED AT
EACH TELEPHONE.
3. USE YOUR EXTINGUISHER PROPERLY AND ONLY ON THE TYPE OF
FIRES LISTED ON THE NAMEPLATE (LABEL)!
4. TRAINED PERSONNEL SHOULD FIGHT LARGE FIRES!
5. BE PREPARED TO LEAVE THE AREA IF THE FIRE CANNOT BE
IMMEDIATELY CONTROLLED!
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
stored 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
(label). The following elaborates on these instructions.
1. Hold the extinguisher upright. Twist and pull the ring pin snapping the plastic seal.
2. Extend the bell shaped nozzle over the fire.
3. Keep the extinguisher upright. Squeeze the lever to discharge the extinguisher. Cover all
burning metal with dry powder until the fire is extinguished.
NOTE: If greater range is required, disconnect the wand assembly at the quick
connect and use the hose to lob the chemical onto the fire. Be careful not to spread
the fire surface when using this technique.
4. Reapply powder to visible hot spots.
5. To avoid reignition, allow metal to cool before cleanup.
6. Evacuate and ventilate the area immediately after use. The fumes and smoke from any
fire may be hazardous and can be deadly.