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INSTRUCTIONS
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Page 2: ... should be more frequent The effects of the environment should be considered with particular reference to corrosion and legibility of marking instructions If there is significant corrosion or the markings are not legible then the extinguisher should be withdrawn from service It is essential that extinguishers are not subjected to temperatures outside of the temperature range stated on the extingui...
Page 3: ...ve from service 4 Checkweigh the extinguisher against the gross weight recorded on service label If underweight by more than 10 of contents the extinguisher should be removed from service and recharged Invert extinguisher to loosen powder 5 Check safety pin for free removal Replace pin and fit new seal in accordance with service colour code 6 Check pressure gauge is reading 12 bar 20ºc in the gree...
Page 4: ...nguisher if found 6 Recharge the extinguisher body with new dry powder ensuring correct quantity and type Never mix different types of powder as pressure and moisture may develop as a result of a chemical reaction 7 Remove syphon tube tube holder spring and spindle Thoroughly clean any residual powder from chamber using a soft brush or valve tool Remove O rings from spindle clean O ring grooves an...
