IFEX Technologies GmbH
IFEX 3000 Impulse Fire Fighting Technology
Nr.:IF3000-100
Instruction Manual
Instructions for Use and Operation
IFEX 3035 and IFEX 3050
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Hansestr.18 D-27419 Sittensen
Mobile Fire Extinguishing Equipment
Date: 20.11.12
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1. Testing of the equipment
To ensure the perfect functioning of the equipment it is required to have it tested by an
expert at least once a year. The periods between testing of the gun may need to be
reduced if this is required by local regulations.
1.1 Visual testing
Test the equipment's general condition (cleanliness, condition of the fittings, the hoses,
the water container, the pressure containers, the safety equipment, the gun, the hose
connections, the mounting of the water container and the air pressure bottle, the
inscriptions). Equipment and fittings which are damaged will need to be replaced
immediately.
1.2 Spare parts
Use only certified spare parts. IFEX-original parts are certified.
1.3 Testing
of the Fire Fighting Equipment according to the testing regulations for
"IFEX 3035 and IFEX 3050 Impulse Fire Fighting Equipment".
1.4 Preparation
before use of Fire Fighting Equipment IFEX 3035 and IFEX 3050 according
to the filling instructions for "IFEX 3035 and IFEX 3050 Impulse Fire Fighting Equipment"
as per Para 7.1, 7.2 and 7.3.
2. Testing of the IFEX 3001 Impulse gun
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Caution
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note warning
on page 7"
2.1
Disconnect the air pressure and water hose from the gun.
2.2
Check the shoulder strap for damage.
2.3
Check the screws at the front and back strap connections
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2.4
Check the membrane at the barrel end for damage (the membrane has 6 incisions from
the inside to the outer side, ending appr. 6 mm from the outer side).
2.5
Check the screwed cap on top of the membrane, if necessary tighten it with a special
tool.
2.6
Check the water connection at the gun and the water coupling for damage and
cleanliness.
2.7
Check the water valve for external damage and condition of operation of valve.
2.8
Check the stability of the handle at the gun (key KS 3) as the operational condition of
the triggering mechanism.
2.9
Check the safety mechanism for operation.
2.10
Check the air pressure connection at the gun handle for damage and cleanliness.
