PN 14425
04/2020
INTRODUCTION
This manual covers specific instructions for the Amerex Halotron I hand
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portable extinguishers. Special
maintenance and recharge instructions contained in this manual apply to these extinguishers only. Halotron I
“
Clean Agent
”
extinguishers are designed for Class
-
A,
-
B, and
-
C hazards formerly protected with Halon 1211
extinguishers. They contain dichlorotrifluoroethane (R
-
123), which is designated for streaming fire
extinguisher applications. Halotron I is listed in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
“
Significant
New Alternative Policy
”
(SNAP) as acceptable for nonresidential applications. Halotron I 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 I
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
150.68
Physical State
Pressurized Liquid
Vapor Pressure @ 68ºF [20ºC] (liquid alone)
11.2 psi [77 kPa]
Pressure of mixture in Container @ 68ºF [20º]
95 psi in bulk container
INSTALLATION
THIS MANUAL SHALL BE CAREFULLY STUDIED BY ALL WHO MIGHT USE OR SERVICE THE
EXTINGUISHER. STORE IT IN A CONVENIENT PLACE FOR EASY REFERENCE.
Your layout and particular hazards dictate the placement of fire extinguishers. NFPA 10 recommends that
hand
-
portable extinguishers with a gross weight less than 40 lbs. be hung with the top of the extinguisher
not
more
than 5 feet. (1.53 m) above the floor. Extinguishers having a gross weight greater than 40 lbs. (18.14
kg) shall be installed so that the top of the extinguisher is
not more
than 3½ feet. (1.07 m) above the floor. All
extinguishers shall be in an accessible location and near an exit.
Never install the extinguisher in a
location where a potential hazard would prevent easy access.
The operational temperature range is
-
40°F to +120°F (
-
40°C to +60°C). The extinguisher must be
protected if temperatures outside of these ranges are anticipated. Never throw an extinguisher into a fire
because rapid heat buildup could cause pressure expansion and exceed the limitations of the cylinder.
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
Your extinguisher shall be mounted in a clean, dry area accessible to the fire hazards and preferably near an
exit. Hang it so that the top is from 3½ to 5 feet above the floor and out of the reach of small children. Use the
mounting bracket furnished with the extinguisher. Fasten to a solid surface using strong screws or fasteners
(not included). Follow the Mounting Instructions below.
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
U/L specifies that the hanging device must withstand a vertical force of five times the weight of the charged
extinguisher but not less than 100 pounds. The extinguisher bracket shall be mounted as follows:
WALLS WHERE 2 X 4 STUDS CAN BE FOUND: Mount wall
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hanger bracket securely to stud using two No.
10
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x 1¼
-
inch long wood screws through the diagonal smaller holes in the bracket.
SHEET ROCK
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Mount a ¾
-
inch
-
thick board to wall using
3∕16
-
inch toggle bolts. Board shall extend a
minimum of two inches beyond all sides of the extinguisher profile (excluding hose and wand). Mount hanger
bracket to board using two 10
-
x 1
-
inch long wood screws as above.