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2½ lb - 20 lb Agent Capacity Service Manual Stored Pressure Dry Chemical Hand Portable Fire Extinguishers Pr o Line[...]
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2 T able of Contents Page 2 Contents Page 3 Introduction General Information Descriptions Page 4 Operation Instructions Page 5 After Use Instructions Monthly Inspection Procedures Page 6 Annual Maintenance and Service Examination Procedures Page 8 Recharge Instructions Page 10 Hydrostatic T est Requirements Page 12 T rouble Shooting Suggestions Pag[...]
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Introduction This manual is designed as a guide to service personnel in the performance of operation, after use, inspection, maintenance, service and recharge of Kidde dry chemical hand portable fire extinguishers. These instructions are written and intended to be used by those personnel already familiar with standard industry fire extinguisher saf[...]
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4 2. Discharge valve assembly - consists of the operating lever , carrying handle, valve stem, pressure gauge and discharge outlet that permits the actuation and discharge of the dry chemical extinguishing agent. 3. Siphon tube assembly - houses the spring assembly and provides the means for the extinguishing agent to be drawn up from the bottom of[...]
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5 After Use Instructions Note: Fire extinguishers should always be r echarged immediately after any use . 1. Invert extinguisher , then while securing and pointing the nozzle in a safe direction, squeeze the operating lever valve to clear hose and vent all remaining pressure from the extinguisher . 2. Notify proper person that extinguisher was used[...]
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6 Annual Maintenance & Service Procedur es Per NFP A-10, maintenance is a thorough examination of a fire extinguisher and is intended to provide maximum assurance that it will operate effectively and safely . It includes a thorough examination of all components and the repair or replacement of such items if necessary . Maintenance should be per[...]
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7 discharge nozzle, and/or hose assembly is correct for the model. (Newer Kidde models indicate this information on their nameplates) 6. Visually examine the cylinder valve discharge port for any signs of thread wear , corrosion, obstructions or accumulations of any foreign material. 7. Examine the pressure gauge for the following, properly depress[...]
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8 15. Wipe the extinguisher clean with a damp cloth to remove any surface dirt or contaminants that may have accumulated. 16. Upon satisfactory completion of the maintenance examination, properly tag, label and record the procedure in accordance with NFP A-10 and any local requirements. Recharge Instructions According to NFP A-10, recharge is the r[...]
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9 5. Remove the discharge valve assembly from the agent cylinder . Disassemble the siphon tube and remove the spring and discharge valve stem. Note: Fir e extinguisher valve assemblies are not typically indexed for orientation with other cylinders, so any time extinguisher valve assemblies are r emoved, they should always be tagged or refer enced s[...]
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10 Note: During recharge, dry chemical agent can accumulate and pack within the siphon tube when installing the valve assembly into the cylinder . Recharge personnel should ensure the time requir ed for total pressurization is appropriate for the model size. Extinguisher pressurization obtained too quickly may indicate a plugged siphon tube. 13. Up[...]
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Evidence of conditions such as exposure to fire or heat, thread damage, thread wear , corrosion, cylinder repairs or physical damage as detailed within NFP A-10 require the extinguisher cylinder to be removed from service and proper disposal at the owner’ s direction. Hydrostatic testing should only be performed by those persons trained in the ap[...]
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12 T rouble Shooting Suggestions Problem Corrective Suggestion Wall hook/bracket loose or damaged Secure, repair or replace Nozzle obstructed Clear , clean or replace Discharge hose assembly worn, cracked Replace or damaged. Hose o-ring missing, cracked or damaged Replace and lightly lubricate Hose retainer/band missing or damaged Replace V alve di[...]
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Dry Chemical Extinguisher Parts Diagram - Aluminum V alve 13 KIDDE PRO LINE STORED PRESSURE DR Y CHEMICAL PORT ABLE EXTINGUISHER DIAGRAM (ALUMINUM V AL VE) The following spares parts ar e available for the Kidde Pro Line: (1) Hose/nozzle assembly (2) Syphon tube assembly (excludes o-ring) (3) V alve assembly (includes handle & lever attached &a[...]
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Dry Chemical Extinguisher Parts Diagram - Aluminum V alve 1 4 KIDDE PRO LINE STORED PRESSURE DR Y CHEMICAL PORT ABLE EXTINGUISHER DIAGRAM (ALUMINUM V AL VE) The following spares parts ar e available for the Kidde Pro Line: (1) Hose/nozzle assembly (2) Syphon tube assembly (excludes o-ring) (3) V alve assembly (includes handle & lever attached &[...]
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Dry Chemical Extinguisher Parts Diagram - Aluminum V alve 15 KIDDE PRO SERIES STORED PRESSURE DR Y CHEMICAL PORT ABLE EXTINGUISHER DIAGRAM (BRASS V AL VE) The following spares parts ar e available for the Kidde Pro Line: (1) Hose/nozzle assembly (2) Syphon tube assembly (excludes o-ring) (3) V alve assembly (includes handle & lever attached &am[...]
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Kidde Residential and Commercial 1394 South Third Street Mebane, NC 27302-9711 (Phone 1-800-880-6788) Manual P/N- 300290 Copyright © Kidde 200 5[...]