• If possible; allow the compartments vapor to dis-
sipate before opening the hatch.
There is an engine shutdown/override system guage lo-
cated on the starboard wall next to the helm. This gauge
will indicate the condition of the system. The gauge has
two indicator lights that need to be monitored. When
the system is operating normally and is fully charged, the
green light will be lit. When the system has been dis-
charged, the red light will be lit, and all precautions
must be made to safeguard the boat against the possibil-
ity of fire spreading beyond the compartment. If no fire
is indicated and the discharge light is lit, there might be a
leak in the system. It is recommended that the gauge be
checked daily to insure that operation is normal. Once
the system has been discharged the power to the diesel
generator engine and the blower fan will be cut. This
insures that the compartment will be “soaked” with
extinguishant. Once the danger of fire has been extin-
guished, the toggle switch can be moved from “NOR-
MAL” to “OVERRIDE”. This will allow power to the
diesel generator and the blower fan.
It is possible for this system to be recharged. It is rec-
ommended that the fire supression tank be weighed on
an accurate scale every six (6) months.
There is a chart in the manufacturers owner’s manual
that lists the weight of the canister and contents.
Read the manufacturers owner’s manual to familiarize
yourself with the various parts that make up the fire
supression system.
305 Conquest-Owner’s Manual
Section 8 - Getting to know your Boston Whaler
Fire Supression System (optional)
The 305 Conquest has a USCG approved automatic
fire supression system that is installed with the generator
option. The automatic fire supression system is located
on the starboard wall of the machinery access compart-
ment. The automatic fire supression system will activate
when the temperature in the enclosed area reaches 165°F
(74°C). When activated there will be a bang, (similar to
small arms fire) followed by a rushing air sound. Once
activated the diesel engine and blower will shut down
automatically. For general safety puposes;
• Shut down all electrical systems, engines and ex-
tinguish all smoking materials.
• Allow the agent to “soak” the compartment for
at least 15 minutes.
• DO NOT open the machinery access compart-
ment hatch.
• DO NOT breathe the fumes or vapors caused by
fire as they are hazardous and toxic.
• When opening the hatch, have a portable fire
extinguisher at hand and ready for use.
• High concentrations of the agent may cause
DEATH without warning. The vapor reduces
available oxygen for breathing.
DO NOT handle the actuator, the fire supression sys-
tem is under pressure, (195 psi.). Accidental discharge
may cause death or serious injury.
DANGER
!
Inhalation of high concentrations of the tanks contents
may cause death without warning. Skin contact requires
flushing the area with water for 15 minutes. Seek medi-
cal assistance immediately.
DANGER
!
Never attempt to modify or disassemble any compo-
nents of this system. If the system has been dis-
charged, have a qualified repair technician replace it.
CAUTION
!
The fire extinguishant contained in this unit is
CHLOROTETRAFLUORATHANE, None of the compo-
nents in this material is listed by major health associa-
tions as a carcinogen. Toxic by-products are produced
when this agent extinguishes fire. Avoid breathing these
fumes.
NOTICE
!
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