SENTRY Carbon Dioxide Hand Portable Fire Extinguishers
Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance,
and Recharge Manual (Part No. 429425)
2018-OCT-11 REV. 05 PAGE 3
OPERATION
OPERATION
!
WARNING
Carbon dioxide extinguishers contain a suppressing agent
that will not support life when used in sufficient concentration
to suppress a fire. The use of this type of extinguisher in an
unventilated space can dilute the oxygen supply. Prolonged
occupancy of such spaces can result in loss of consciousness
and possible death due to oxygen deficiency.
1. Remove extinguisher from its hanger.
2. Use handle to carry extinguisher to fire. Walk at a rapid
pace. DO NOT RUN.
3. Proceed to upwind side of fire. Stay well clear of flames.
From this position, air currents help carry agent into fire,
assure maximum visibility, provide protection from heat,
and lessen exposure to possible harmful vapors.
4. Start back from fire a distance recommended on
extinguisher nameplate. Holding extinguisher by handle,
grasp ring pin and pull straight out, breaking visual seal.
5.
5 lb Extinguisher:
Position tube/horn assembly and
squeeze handle lever to discharge agent.
10, 15, or 20 lb Extinguishers:
Hold the nozzle with one
hand and squeeze handle lever to discharge agent.
NOTICE
For additional information on proper use
and applications of SENTRY Carbon
Dioxide Extinguishers, Johnson Controls
maintains a comprehensive library of
training aids and offers hands-on fire
fighting training at our fire school. Contact
Johnson Controls, One Stanton Street,
Marinette, WI 54143-2542, or your
Authorized SENTRY Distributor.
