Goldacres FIRE FIGHTING 450L, Operator'S & Parts Manual

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Flushing
The following information is provided as a
general guide for flushing your Fire Fighter
after operation.
For more specific information regarding
flushing, and decontamination, specific
to the products that you are applying, it is
recommended that you consult the chemical
label or your chemical supplier.
1. Turn pump off.
2. Drain main tank by opening drain valve.
3. Add a quantity of fresh water to main tank
and allow to exit through drain.
4. Close drain valve and add a quantity of
fresh water along with decontaminating
agents if required to main tank.
5. Turn on pump, and spray fresh water
through the spray gun. This will ensure
that fresh water has circulated through the
pump and gun.
6. Drain remaining contents of fresh water
and then re-close drain valve. The unit is
now ready for storage.
Storage
If the Fire Fighter is to be stored for a long
period of time without use, there are several
tasks that need to be performed.
1. Clean the Fire Fighter thoroughly as
described under 'Flushing' section.
2. Store the unit out of direct sunlight and
where it will not be affected by frosts.
3. Ensure that the main tank is empty.
4. Protect hoses and electrical connections .