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visual and functional checks in accordance with the operating conditions and the maintenance
plan. Maintenance and service must be documented.
The user of the equipment must draw attention to all changes and modifications in the
monitored and protected area or an object that could affect the function or effectiveness of the
LES-RACK fire extinguishing system (e.g. shading the fire nozzle when installing new
equipment, adding or establishing new ventilation holes in guarded area, etc.). Visual and
functional inspections are fully the responsibility of the customer. Other Inspections may only
be carried out by persons trained by the manufacturer/distributor. More in the
Inspection
chapter
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General Safety requirements
Activation of the LES-RACK fire extinguisher can create risks for the user arising from the
natural form of the fire extinguisher itself, or from decomposition products caused by contact
of the fire extinguisher with fire or hot surfaces. The user of the equipment is obliged to
prevent any exposure of the user to the effect of both the fire extinguisher itself and the
decomposition products, especially by observing regular training.
The actuation of a fire extinguisher may be accompanied by a noise loud enough to attract
attention, but not so loud as to result in injury. A fire extinguisher discharged from a device
nozzle at high velocity can flow with sufficient force to move physical objects in or near its
path. Discharged extinguishing agent may cause currents in the protected space sufficient to
set in motion light unsecured objects.
WARNING: Pressure cartridges are part of the device, therefore it is necessary to treat the
device as a pressure device !
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Safety
The equipment described here has been manufactured in accordance with the latest technical
regulation and recognized safety rules and is characterized by a high degree of operational
safety.
However, the device may present a hazard or damage the system or other property if used
improperly or otherwise than intended. The device may only be used in an undamaged and
fully functional state. The instructions for installation, operation and maintenance of this
device contained in this user manual are aimed at correct, safe and error-free operation. Since
applicable regulations may vary around the world, the applicable national regulations and
laws at the place of use must be followed, even if they conflict with the warnings contained in
this user manual.
Particular attention should be paid to the following:
● National regulations for safety and accident prevention.
● National standards and laws, especially with regard to hazard detection systems.
● National regulations for assembly and installation.
● Generally accepted technical principles.
● This user manual including the safety and warning notices contained therein.
● Characteristics and technical specifications of this device.