Manual P/N 211.410K
Updated 11292018
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Flame Pack Series 400 Operation and Service Manual
15.0: Cleaning the Flame Pack 400 and Case
Cleaning the Flame Pack is essential for proper operation.
Perform steps 1 through 5 every day Flame Pack is used!
1. Remove the top of the filter housing, plug, and screen. Remove filter, spring, and gasket.
Keep dirty filters separate. They can be cleaned and reused (see Section 16).
2. Blow dirt out of probe if working in very dusty area. Use oil-free compressed air.
3. Properly install a clean filter with the cleaned gasket and spring. Replace top of housing
until the O-ring is engaged and the probe does not leak. Use caution as to not damage the
O-ring (see Section 9).
4. Visually inspect screen (clean if necessary) and replace plug and screen.
5. Wipe down probe and Flame Pack with a SLIGHTLY DAMP cloth using a common cleaning
solution. Wipe all exposed surfaces. Slide stiffener up then down to clean entire probe
and stiffener.
INCLUDE 6 through 9 ONCE A WEEK and as needed.
6. Check switch. SWITCH MUST BE OFF. Remove black handle and spacer. Remove batteries
by pulling each straight out of their terminals (contacts). This is so the terminals will not
be damaged. Wipe down both handles inside and out. Check battery terminals for
damage or corrosion. ALLOW TO DRY.
7. Check switch again. SWITCH MUST BE OFF. Reinstall batteries. Make sure they fit
terminals snugly. REPLACE BATTERY SPACER and black handle. Put dry Flame Pack into its
dry case.
8. To clean probe:
a. Remove filter housing top and remove filter, spring, and gasket. Remove plug,
screen, and anything in the intake cone.
b. Blow out probe with compression air P/N 450.050. Flush with a soap and water
solution. Flush out with clean water.
c. Blow out with the air again and allow to dry.
d. Install clean filter, gasket, and spring before using.
e. Reinstall plug and screen after cleaning.
9. To clean case:
a. Remove all accessories and all removable foam.
b. Turn case over and clean out all dust and dirt.
c. Wipe out case with a damp cloth.
d. Knock dirt and dust out of foam, then wipe it down.
e. Allow case and foam to dry while cleaning Flame Pack and accessories.
Perform cleaning steps as needed during the survey.
