Amerex 16672 - Manual (Page 2)

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INTRODUCTION
This manual covers specific instructions for the Amerex wheeled stored pressure Halotron1 fire
extinguishers. Special maintenance and recharge instructions contained in this manual apply to
these extinguishers only. Halotron l “Clean Agent” extinguishers are designed for Class A, B,
and C hazards formerly protected with Halon 1211 extinguishers. They contain dichlorotrifluoro-
ethane (R-123), which is designated for streaming fire extinguisher applications. Halotron l is
listed in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) “Significant New Alternative Poli-
cy” (SNAP) as acceptable for nonresidential applications. Halotron l has acceptable toxicity and
cardiac sensitization levels for use in occupied spaces when used according to the instructions
on the nameplate and rules of the EPA SNAP Program.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF HALOTRON l
Primary Component Dichlorotrifluoroethane (R-123) or (HCFC-123)
Boiling Point 80.6°F [27°C]
Liquid Density 92.3 lb./ft³ (1.48 kg / liter)
Gas Density 0.385 lb./ft³ (6.17 kg / m³)
Molecular Weight 150.7
Physical State Pressurized Liquid
Vapor Pressure @ 68ºF [20ºC] (liquid alone) 11.2 psi [77 kPa]
Pressure of mixture in Container @ 68ºF [20º] 95 psig in bulk container
HALOTRON l LIMITED WARRANTY
Amerex warrants its Halotron l fire extinguishers to be free from defects in material and work-
manship for a period on SIX (6) YEAR from the date of purchase or first recharge, whichever
comes first. During the warranty period, any such defects will be repaired or the defective extin-
guisher replaced at Amerex discretion. This warranty does not cover defects resulting from mod-
ification, alteration, misuse, exposure to corrosive conditions or improper installation. ALL IM-
PLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR PUR-
POSE AND MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE TIME PERIODS AS STATED ABOVE. IN
NO EVENT SHALL AMEREX CORPORATION BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so that the above limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you. Amerex Corporation neither assumes nor authorizes any repre-
sentative or other person to assume for it any obligation or liability other than as expressly set
forth herein. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights,
which vary from state to state. To obtain performance of the obligation of this warranty, write to
Amerex Corporation, P.O. Box 81, Trussville, AL 35173-0081 for instructions.
Amerex Corporation does not service, maintain or recharge fire extinguishers. The maintenance
and recharge portion of this manual is published as a guide to assist service personnel in the
inspection, maintenance and recharge of Amerex Halotron l wheeled fire extinguishers only. No
instruction manual can anticipate all possible malfunctions that may be encountered in the ser-
vice of fire extinguishers. Amerex assumes no liability for service, maintenance or recharge of
fire extinguishers by publishing this manual. To provide optimum extinguisher reliability, re-
charging should be performed by persons trained in fire extinguisher maintenance and servic-
ing. This manual should be used as a guide for installing and servicing these Amerex extin-
guishers. The best place to have your extinguishers serviced and recharged is your "Authorized
Amerex Distributor" who has the professional experience and equipment to do it properly.