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Phase or element checked
Istructions
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Fill in the tag maintenance
extinguisher
Fill in the tag maintenance, as it appears in paragraph 5.5.
NOTE:
Only use wrenches certified.
The safety valve is screwed with the force torque of 12/17 Nm.
The valve with thread M34 is screwed with the force torque of 20/70 Nm.
The valve with thread M58 is screwed with the force torque of 50/70 Nm.
The hose is screwed with the force torque of 15/20 Nm.
The dip-tube and nozzle of the hose They are screwed manually.
5.8.2 Details of the procedures for additional maintenance and thorough established according to existing
regulations
The procedures of the table in paragraph 5.8.1 are carried along with the procedures of this table
1
Check the correct operation of the portable extinguishers permanent pressure and the pressure according to
the instructions in Table 5.8.1
2
To empty all portable extinguishers.
3
Examine the extinguishing agent in accordance with the instructions given in Table 5.8.1. and NOTES 1 of this
table and NOTES 2 of table 5.8.3.
4
Examine in detail: the valve, the pressure gauge and the hose in order to verify the absence of corrosion,
impact and scratching.
5
Examining in detail the inside of the cylinder with a light source and a mirror in order to verify the absence of
corrosion, impacts, nicks and scuffs. In case of doubt on the welds, replace the cylinder.
6
Examine and verify the good condition of the threads and the absence of deformation.
7
Restore the operation of the extinguisher.
Recharging and replace the portable fire extinguisher in accordance with the instructions of the table in
paragraph 5. 8.1.
8
Insert a new plug and a new safety seal and fill the tag maintenance extinguisher.
NOTE 1 The extinguishing agent (foam) must be replaced at the frequency established by the current regulations.
P.S. In the normal storage conditions indicated on the label of the packaging of the additives used for the model of
extinguisher certificate, starting on the date of production, the storage life is:
- 8 years in original and 6 years in solution for BSX 233
- 6 years in original thank and in solution for ASX
- 6 years for the SAE-Aplus
5.8.3 Details of audit procedures stability according to the current regulation
The procedures of the tables in paragraph 5. 8.1 and 5.8.2 are implemented along with the procedures of
this table
1
Disassemble completely all elements of the extinguisher. Remove and replace damaged components.
2
Subjecting the cylinder in hydraulic test, without exceeding the initial test pressure (PT) engraved on the
shell. It must not be found or leaking, or deformation or rupture.
3
Subject the valve hydraulic test, without exceeding the initial test pressure (PT). Replace defective parts.
4
Replace the safety pin each time you perform a hydrostatic test.
5
Recharge and replace the portable fire extinguisher. Fill in the tag maintenance extinguisher.
NOTE 2 The extinguishing agent (foam) must be replaced at the frequency established by the current regulations.
P.S. In the normal storage conditions indicated on the label of the packaging of the additives used for the model of
extinguisher certificate, starting on the date of production, the storage life is:
- 8 years in original and 6 years in solution for BSX 233
- 6 years in original thank and in solution for ASX
- 6 years for the SAE-Aplus
