Fireboy- Xintex, LTD MA2 FE-241 manual

1 18004 04/03/2007 Rev. C CG2 & MA2 Series Clean Agent FE-241 & HF C-227ea Owner’s Manual & Installation Instructions For all sizes 25 cubic feet to 1500 cubic feet Read and comply with all instructions, warnings and limitations before installing, servicing or removing this device.[...]

2 This owner’s manual and i nstallation instru ctions pamphlet is provided in English. Additional copies in English are availabl e at no charge by contacting the manufacturer, distributor or dealer. Co pies in the language of desti nation are available upon request for an additio nal fee. Fireboy-Xintex reserves the right to change features witho[...]

3 General Information Fireboy Automatic (CG series) and Manual/Automatic (MA) se ries Fire Extinguishing Systems are manufactured for a broad range of ap plications, including marine, industrial, and comm ercial uses. This booklet is intended to outline the proper installation of the sy stem for mari ne applications; most applications are similar. [...]

4 WARNING: • Never install a Fireboy system on the underside of a h atch cover or on an access door that may open or separate in an expl osion • Never install the actuator of a Fireboy sy stem in close proximity to exhaust manifolds or turbocha rgers. Radiated heat may cause premature actuation • Never install the actuator of a Fireboy system[...]

5 Volume Approximate Protected Diameter Total Height Age nt Weight Shipping Weight Model Number ft^3 m^3 in cm in cm lbs kgs lbs kgs U.S.C.G. # CG2-550-FE241 550 15.6 7.2 18 24.7 63 18.6 8.5 49 22.1 162.029/185/0 CG2-600-FE241 600 17 7.2 18 24.7 63 20.3 9.2 50 22.9 162.029/185/0 CG2-650-FE241 650 18.4 7.2 18 24.7 63 22 10 52 23.6 162.029/185/0 CG2-[...]

6 Volume Approximate Protected Diameter Total Height Age nt Weight Shipping Weight Model Number ft^3 m^3 in cm in cm lbs kgs lbs kgs U.S.C.G. # CG2-300-227 300 8.5 7.2 18 15.1 38 13 5.9 35 15.9 162.029/210/0 CG2-325-227 325 9.2 7.2 18 15.1 38 14 6.4 36 16.4 162.029/210/0 CG2-350-227 350 10 7.2 18 15.1 38 15.1 6.9 37 16.9 162.029/210/ 0 CG2-375-227 [...]

7 Marine Installation Instructions Before Installation 1. Check the system for damage during sh ipment. 2. Check the pressure gauge to be sure the gauge pointer lies within the green zone at 70°F (2 1°C). The correct weig ht is shown on the nameplate for the appropriate model. 3. Select an interior location not directly subject to weather or seaw[...]

8 Accommodating Diesel Engines 1. Failure to install an Automa tic Engine Shutdown in any compartment containing a diesel engine and a Fir eboy system impedes the fire extinguisher and may prevent fire extinguishment. 2. Automatic Engine Shutdown units are available through your Fireboy- Xintex distributor, dealer or retailer in three, five and eig[...]

9 WARNING: • An electrical short may result in electrical burn, injury or fire • Before attempting to wire the indicato r lamp, turn off all electrical current to the ignition switch • All Fireboy wiring must comply with the American Boat and Yacht Council Standard E9-9, titled Direct Cu rrent Electrical Systems for Boats, available from ABYC[...]

10 If the engine compartment is equipped with a powe red ventilation system, U.S. Coast Guard Rule 162.029 requires that the ground conne ction of the ventilation system be connected to the Fireboy system. Failure to connect a po wered ventilation system in the manner described belo w impedes fire extinguisher and may prev ent fire extinguishment. [...]

11 NOTE: Never push the cable at the T-handle end. Cable m ay jam and become inoperable. Fixing a jammed cable: 1. Turn the T-handle and threaded metal rod counter clo ckwise ½ turn until the jam releases . 2. If necessary, use a pair of pliers to carefully twist the threaded metal rod until the jam releases. 3. Pull the cable from the “S” hoo[...]

12 6. Pull cable to full extension. 7. Screw ferrule on to cable (approximately 4-5 turns maximum). 8. Slide o-ring onto c able shaft. 9. Screw red T-handle onto cable sha ft (Do not obstruct cross hole in T- handle). 10. Push red T-handle into ferrule to seat o-ring. 11. Align holes in ferrule and T-handle. 12. Temporarily install pull pin. 13. Al[...]

13 3. Push the cable end through the hole on the cylinder manifold far enough to allow the flexible strand to be bent. 4. Place “S” hook through the hole in the MA lever. 5. Gently pull cable sheath back into manifold, aligning the groove in sheath with slot in the manifold. 6. Insert the wire retaining clip provided around the groove in the ca[...]

14 1. A loud sound similar to small arms fire. 2. A loud sound of rushing air. 3. An extinguished indicator lamp. 4. A stalled engine. When actuation occurs 1. Immediately shutdown all engines, powered ventilation, and electrical systems. 2. Extinguish all smoking materials. 3. Do not open the engine compartment. After actuation 1. Before inspectin[...]

15 Inspect manual discharge cabl e annually when inspe cting the fire extinguisher. 1. Do not remove the pull pin on the T-handle when disconnecting the manual discharge cable fro m the fire extinguisher manifold. 2. Remove the wire retaining clip secu ring the cable located at the sl ot in the top of the manifold. 3. C arefully push the cable from[...]

16 Automatic Engine Shutdown/Override System is required for u se with Fireboy systems in diesel powered cr aft. Returning Fireboy-Xintex Equipment No product may be returned for credit or repair withou t a written “Returned Material Authorization” (RMA) form. Pu rchaser must call or email Fireboy-Xintex 616-735-9380 or fireboy@fireboy-xintex .[...]

17 NOTE: Detroit Diesel engines may require Auto matic Engine Shutdown system s with time delay. Fireboy accessories are av ailable from y our Fireboy-Xintex distributor, dealer or retailer.[...]

18 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This Warranty is in lieu of all ot her expressed of implied Wa rranties Seller warrants title, materials, and workmanship on equipment, except components manufactured by others for whic h the Seller assigns, as permitted, the original manufacturer’ s warranty. Seller’s warranty shall b e for a period of (3) three year[...]