PN 05606
04/2020
INTRODUCTION
Amerex Wheeled Halon 1211 fire extinguishers provide "clean agent" fire
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fighting capability far exceeding that
achievable with hand
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portable types. Models 695 (50 lb.) and 600 (150 lb.) are stored
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pressure wheeled
Halon 1211 liquefied gas extinguishers. Highly effective on Class
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A (ordinary combustibles), Class
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B
(flammable liquids) and non
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conductive in Class
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C (energized electric) hazards. Model 600 may be towed at
speeds up to 15 mph over paved surfaces and can be easily managed by one person.
To provide optimum extinguisher reliability, recharging shall be performed by persons trained in fire
extinguisher maintenance and servicing. This manual shall be used as a guide for installing and servicing
these Amerex extinguishers. The best place to have your extinguishers serviced and recharged is your
Authorized Amerex Distributor who has the professional experience and equipment to do it properly.
PREPARING YOUR NEW EXTINGUISHER FOR USE
1.
Remove all wrappings, straps, and pallet retaining bolts.
2.
Examine the extinguisher for shipping damage.
3.
Check to insure that the hose connection at the discharge valve and the nozzle connection to the hose
are tight.
4.
Check to insure that the shutoff nozzle is in the closed position. The pull pin shall be installed and the
tamper seal intact.
5.
Visually inspect the pressure gauge. The pressure gauge shall be in the green zone (200 ±10 psi range).
the method used to determine proper agent fill is by weighing the extinguisher and comparing to weight
recorded when initially installed or when previously recharged.
NOTE: Halon 1211 is a liquefied gas that generates its own vapor pressure. Temperature can affect
the pressure gauge reading. Normal "properly charged" markings are correct for 70°F (21°
C.) Generally, as temperatures go up, pressure readings go up. Conversely, lower
temperatures result in lower readings. The relative pressure gauge vs. temperature reading
for Amerex 50 and 150 lb. Halon 1211 wheeled extinguishers is as follows:
Temperature °F
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40
32
70
120
Temperature °C
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40
0
21
49
Pressure Gauge (psi)
127
168
200
263
When in doubt, condition the extinguisher to 70°F (21°C) for several hours to obtain
accurate indications.
6. Record the date and weight of the unit when placed into service on the inspection tag, and attach it to the
extinguisher.
OPERATION
WARNING: HIGH CONCENTRATIONS OF HALON 1211 CAN CAUSE RESPIRATORY
PROBLEMS. CONCENTRATIONS GREATER THAN 2% BY VOLUME SHALL BE
AVOIDED.
CAUTION: PERSONS EXPECTED TO USE THIS EXTINGUISHER SHALL BE TRAINED IN
INITIATING ITS OPERATION AND IN THE PROPER FIRE
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FIGHTING TECHNIQUE.
"DRY
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RUN" AND VISUAL
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AID TRAINING WILL PREPARE PERSONNEL WITH
THE FEEL FOR THIS EXTINGUISHER SO THAT THE MOST EFFECTIVE
APPLICATION CAN BE UTILIZED IN AN EMERGENCY. THE BASIC OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS ARE CONTAINED ON THE PICTOGRAM OF EVERY
EXTINGUISHER. THE FOLLOWING ELABORATES ON THESE INSTRUCTIONS:
