Extinguisher Manual
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1. an electrical origin Shut off the electrical power if possible do not touch any electrical wires or appliances Leave the building and close all doors behind you Call the Fire Department and have them inspect the premises As soon as they say it s safe to return ventilate the area thoroughly Have a licensed electrician inspect your electrical system Do not tum the power back on or plug in any electrical equipment until the inspection has been completed 3 HOW TO CLEAN AFTER USING A FIRE EXnNGUISHER NOTE The powder spray from the extinguisher may spread over a wide area and may soil upholstery carpets and walls Sweep vacuum up as much of the powder as possible Then use a damp cloth to wipe off the remaining agent If you have any questions about cleaning appliances that the agent has come into contact with please contact the appliance manufacturer IF YOUR EXnNGUISHER NEEDS SERVICE This fire extinguisher is a disposable device that is NOT rechargeable ACAUTION Do not try to service or repair this fire extinguisher under any circumstances Do not try to remove the nozzle or valve assembly This is a pressurized device that can cause serious injury if tampered with If there is a problem and it is still under warranty please see How to Obtain Warranty Service in the Limited Warranty DISPOSING OF A USED EXnNGUISHER Completely discharge the extinguisher outdoors by turning the unit upside down an2. ll rights reserved irst Alert 3901 Liberty Street Road Aurora IL 60504 8122 onsumer Affairs 800 323 9005 www firstalert com MPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT IRE EXTINGUISHERS 10TE Be sure the extinguisher is rated to fight the type of fire nost likely to occur in the area you choose to install it Since house lold fires commonly start in the kitchen you should always install in extinguisher in the kitchen For added security you should also 1stall additional extinguishers in utility areas and other living areas in our household Fire extinguishers are classified by fire type The A Band C rating system defines the kinds of burning materials each fire extinguisher is designed to fight The numbers in front of the A B or C indicate the rating for size of the fire the unit can extinguish Using the wrong type of fire extinguisher can do more harm than good Make sure you understand which fire extinguisher to use on each class of fire ely Class A rating The agent powder is suitable for A J4 fighting small fires involving wood paper cloth rubber and some plastics g y yt Class B rating The agent powder is suitable for A fighting small fires involving grease oil gasoline kerosene and other flammable liquids ely Class C rating The agent powder is suitable for ESA fighting small fires in live electrical equipment 7E1A10G15 is rated Class 1 A 10 B C READ BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING rHIS FIRE EXTI
3. towards the fire as the extinguisher spray pushes the fire back Maintain a 6 foot 2 meter distance between you and the front of the fire at all times 8 Completely discharge the contents of the extinguisher and make sure the fire is completely out Flashbacks are common with fires 9 For kitchen fires on a kitchen stove turn off the stove immediately if possible otherwise as soon as it is safe 10 If you suspect a fire had an electrical origin shut off the electrical power if possible without eliminating your escape route Do not touch electrical wires or appliances 11 After you have completely SHA ate extinguisher leave the building and close all the doors behin you AFTER THE FIRE IS EXTINGUISHED ADANGER Do not turn the electrical power back on or plug in any appliances until the area has been cleaned up completely It is very important to remove the powder from electrical equipment after a fire If the powder gets wet it can conduct electricity Using a dry chemical extinguisher on wet electrical equipment may be hazardous for this reason This may worsen an electrical leakage problem impair the equipment s insulation or create an electrical shock hazard If the fire was on a kitchen stove Make sure the oven and all burners are turned off Clean up the powder completely before using the stove or oven See How to Clean After Using a Fire Extinguisher Ventilate the area thoroughly If you think the fire had
4. NGUISHER ADANGER This extinguisher is designed for use against small fires that have just started and are small enough to fight safely It is not designed to fight large fires that are burning out of control If the fire is too hot or smoky for you to get within 6 feet 2 meters of it do not try to fight it yourself Warn everyone evacuate the premises and have someone call the Fire Department from outside the building Trying to fight a large fire yourself can result in injury or death Do not puncture or bum any fire extinguisher The contents are under pressure and the extinguisher could explode Never locate this extinguisher close to an engine stove or other source of heat It is pressurized and could rupture or explode if exposed to temperatures over 150 F 66 ACAUTION This extinguisher contains a dry powder extinguishing agent The agent powder is nontoxic but can irritate skin When using this unit avoid breathing the powder Always ventilate the area after use WRAENE IU INSIALL IMIS EA LINUVISNEN A Fire Extinguisher Should Be Mounted In the vicinity of but not on or in a potential source of heat and or fire like an oven or stove Where it is easy to reach near an exit or an escape route from the room In a location that is convenient in plain sight and 3 1 2 to 5 feet 1 to 1 5 meters above the floor Store the extinguisher high enough to keep it out of the reach of small childre
5. User S Manual ade WN a BM ory Chemical Fire Extinguisher 1108 0191 000 M _ 10 06 Model FE1A10G15 IMPORTANT Please read carefully and save This user s manual contains important information about your fire extin guisher s operation If you are installing this fire extinguisher for use by others you must leave this manual or a copy of it with the end user Read extinguisher label and the entire user s manual carefully before snstalling or uSing the unit Make sure everyone in your household is completely familiar with the operation of the extinguisher and review the instructions regularly In an emergency you will not have time to read instructions rABLE OF CONTENTS mportant Information About Fire Extinguishers aT bee lead Before Installing or Using This Fire Extinguisher e 1 Yhere to Install This Extinguisher ad aT oc o tak el 02 low to Install This Extinguisher e Phas oe ot noe ER hecking and Inspecting the Fire Extinguishers e e OO 0 2 low to Operate Your Fire Extinguisher in a Fire Emergency 3 fter the Fire is Extinguished e e e e eeee e 3 low to Clean After Using a Fire Extinguisher eee e eeeeeee 4 f Your Fire Extinguisher Needs Service e EN eee 4 isposing of a Used Extinguisher VERS ag e e 4 jmited Warranty S Fe eed eee e i ne a E e lleee coco eof gt 2006 BRK Brands Inc a Subsidiary of Jarden Corporation
6. d pulling the trigger Dispose of the empty unit properly and replace it with a new fire extinguisher ADANGER Never puncture burn or expose this fire extinguisher to tempera tures over 150 F 66 C even if it is fully discharged The contents are under pressure and it could explode LIMITED WARRANTY BRK Brands Inc BRK the maker of First Alert brand products walTants that for a period of ten years from the date of purchase this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship BRK at its option will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty period Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component If the product is no longer available replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value This is your exclusive warranty This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable Keep the original sales receipt Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance BRK dealers service centers or retail stores selling BRK products do not have the right to alter modify or any nay change the terms and conditions of this warranty This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage result ing from any of the following negligent use or misuse of the product use on improper voltage or current use contrary to the operating in
7. is too hot or smoky for you to get within 6 feet 2 meters DO NOT try to fight the fire yourself Evacuate immediately and call the Fire Department For fires on a kitchen stove turn oven or burners off immediately if possible If you can t reach the oven or burner controls safely extinguish the fire first then tum them off Fight the fire from an upwind direction with your back to any strong air current Trying to fight a fire with currents blowing towards you can resun in serious injury TO FIGHT THE FIRE AWARNING This unit will not operate with mounting bracket attached The extinguisher must be removed from the mounting bracket or it cannot discharge its contents to fight a fire Remove Extinguisher Break the Squeeze and Hold from Bracket Safety Seal Trigger To Discharge Powder Sweep Side to Side 1 Remove the extinguisher from the mounting bracket 2 Hold the unit firmly with the nozzle facing away from you Pull out the pin to break the Safety Seal You won t be able to squeeze the trigger until the safety seal is removed 3 Stand back 6 feet 2 meters from the fire and make sure the fire is not between you and your exit 4 Hold the extinguisher upright and aim the nozzle at the base ofthefire 5 Squeeze and hold the trigger to discharge the powder 6 Sweep the spray at the base of the burning material using quick side to side motions If the spray scatters the fire move back 7 Move slowly
8. l facing outward so the label can be easily read Raise and wrap the bracket straps around the cylinder and snap the buckle closed INSTALLING THE MOUNTING BRACKET INA MARINE CRAFT According to the NFPA Standard 302 Fire protection Standard for Pleasure and Commercial Motor Craft e On marine crafts portable fire extinguishers shall be located to be readily accessible Extinguishers shall be secured with a marine bracket to permit immediate release e On marine crafts extinguisher agent cylinders shall be mounted a minimum of 2 inches 5 cm above moist or wet surfaces to reduce the danger of corrosion CHECKING AND INSPECTING THE FIRE EXTINGUISHER AWARNINGI DO NOT CHECK THE PRESSURE OR TEST THE ARE EXTINGUISHER BY SQUEEZING THE TRIGGER EVEN BRIEFLY ONCE USED IT WILL GRADUAILY LOSE PRESSURE AND WILL NOT BE FULLY CHARGED FOR USE IN AN EMERGENCY When the pointer drops into the red area the extinguisher may still be pressurized You must discharge the unit completely before disposing of it 1 Inspect the extinguisher once a week Remove the extinguisher from the mounting bracket and inspect the gauge If the yellow pointer is in the GREEN area the extinguisher is properly pressurized and ready to use If the pointer drops into the RED area the extinguisher has lost some pressure and should be replaced 2 Check for signs of damage or misuse Make sure you can still read all the text on the label Carefu
9. lly examine the surface of the extingUisher for corrosion You can help prevent corrosion by cleaning the extinguisher if it gets wet or dirty If you notice corrosion during the warranty period return the unit to First Alert See Limited Warranty at the end of this manual 3 Make sure the tamper indicator safety seal is still intact and the nozzle is clean and unobstructed 4 When you finish inspecting the extingUisher always put it back securely into the mounting bracket IMPORTANTI For more information about fire extinguishers consult the NFPA Standard 10 Portable Fire Extinguishers available from the National Fire Protection Association Inc Batterymarch Park QUincy MA 02169 USA HOW TO OPERATE YOUR FIRE EXnNGUISHER IN A FIRE EMERGENCY ADANGER Make sure your extinguisher may be safely and effectively used on the small fire you want to fight Always use extreme caution when fighting any fire Fight a fire only where there is a clear escape path to allow you to get out safely if the fire gets worse AWARNING Avoid breathing smoke and heated fumes stay low if necessary Burning materials will release toxic fumes Inhaling these fumes may cause injury or death ACAUTION Always stand back far enough away from the fire near an exit and make sure nothing is between you and your escape route If you get too close to a fire you risk getting burned or hit by splattering material like grease Ifthe fire
10. n On aclean dry surface where the temperature does not go above 120 F 4g C or below 40 F 40 HOW TO INSTALL THIS EXTINGUISHER ACAUTIONI Do not mount the extinguisher on drywall or plaster without adequate support Use strong screws or bolts to mount the bracket securely into solid wood or metal that can support it like a wooden partition stUd Secure mounting is needed so you can remove the extinguisher quickly and easily in an emergency Also if the extinguisher is not held securely it could drop to the floor and injure people or damage the extinguisher DO NOT BREAK THE SAFETY SEAL This seal prevents accidental discharge of the fire extinguisher Break the seal only In an emergency before using the fire extinguisher NOTE Since wall surface types vary mounting screws are not included Purchase screws or bolts specifically designed for the sur face on which you will mount the fire extingUisher The fire extinguisher label lists its maximum weight Mounting screw head type should be 8 pan on round head screws with 8 flat washers INSTALL THE MOUNTING BRACKET ON A WALL 1 The extinguisher has a bracket for wall mounting Install the mounting s bracket on a wooden stud or other solid surface that will support the weight of the extinguisher using the screws or bolts you purchased see Note above 2 After installing the mounting bracket replace the extinguisher on the bracket with the labe
11. structions disassembly repair or alteration by anyone other than BRK or an authorized service center Further the warranty does not cover acts of God such as fire flood hurricanes and tomadoes BRK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law any impiied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty Some states provinces or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province How to Obtain Warranty Service Service If service is required do not return the product to your retailer In order to obtain warranty service contact the Consumer Affairs Division at 1 800 323 9005 7 30 AM to 5 00 PM Central Standard Time Monday through Friday To assist in serving you please have the model number and date of purchase available when calling Address 25 Spur Drive El Paso TX 79906 First Alert is a registered trademark of the First Alert Trust M08 0191 000 M 10 06
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