Victory Fire & Gas WM2.5GAL, Руководство по эксплуатации для владельца

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PERIODIC INSPECTION PROCEDURES
(Monthly or more often if circumstances dictate)
[NFPA-10] Periodic inspection of fire extinguishers shall include a check of at least the following
items:
1. Location in designated place.
2. Visibility of extinguisher or means of indicating the extinguisher location
3. Pressure gauge reading or indicator in the operable range or position.
4. Fullness determined by weighing or hefting.
5. Operating instructions on nameplate and facing outward.
6. Safety seals and tamper indicators not broken or missing.
7. Examination for obvious physical damage, corrosion, leakage, or clogged nozzle.
8. Date and initial the inspection tag or record in accordance with NFPA-10 or local requirements
MAINTENANCE
[NFPA-10] At least once a year or more frequently if circumstances require, maintenance should
be performed. Maintenance is a "thorough check" of the extinguisher. It is intended to give
maximum assurance that a fire extinguisher will operate effectively and safely. It includes a
thorough examination for physical damage or condition to prevent its operation and any
necessary repair or replacement. It will normally reveal if hydrostatic testing or internal
maintenance is required.
Maintenance, servicing & recharging shall be performed by trained and certified persons having
available the appropriate servicing manual, the proper types of tools, recharge materials, lubricants, and
Victory replacement parts.
Extinguishers taken out of service for maintenance or recharge shall be replaced by spare extinguishers
of the same type and at least an equal rating.
MAINTENANCE – SERVICE PROCEDURE
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS SHALL BE SUBJECT TO MAINTENANCE AT INTERVALS OF
NOT MORE THAN ONE YEAR, AT TIME OF HYDROSTATIC TEST OR WHEN
SPECIFICALLY INDICATED BY AN INSPECTION DISCREPANCY. MAINTENANCE
EXAMINATION WILL IDENTIFY THE NEED FOR REPLACEMENT, REPAIR AND IF
HYDROSTATIC TESTING IS REQUIRED
WARNING
Before servicing check the extinguisher is correctly pressurized.
This procedure is best accomplished with the extinguisher in an upright position and on a level
surface.
1. Ensure extinguisher is installed in proper location and that it is readily accessible. (Water mist
extinguishers are approved for temperature ranges between +40° F to +120° F and need to be
protected from freezing.