Fire Extinguisher - Cirrus SR22 Pilot Operating Handbook

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ABIN EATURES
To Use ELT portably
The ELT transmitter can be removed from the airplane and used as a
personal locating device if it is necessary to leave the airplane after an acci-
dent. Access the unit as described below and set the ELT transmitter
control switch to the ON position.
1. Remove avionics bay access panel along aft portion of RH fuselage or
lower aft center access panel of baggage compartment.
2. Disconnect fixed antenna lead from front of unit.
3. Disconnect lead from remote switch and indicator unit.
4. Disconnect antenna from mounting tray.
5. Loosen attach straps and remove transmitter unit.
6. Attach antenna to antenna jack on front of unit.
7. Set main control switch to ON position.
8. Hold antenna upright as much as possible.

Fire Extinguisher

A liquefied-gas-type fire extinguisher, containing Halon 1211, is mounted
on the forward outboard side of the pilot-side footwell. The extinguisher is
approved for use on class B (liquid, grease) and class C (electrical equip-
ment) fires. A pin is installed through the discharge mechanism to prevent
inadvertent discharge of extinguishing agent. The fire extinguisher must be
recharged or replaced after each use.
To Operate Extinguisher
1. Loosen retaining clamp and remove the extinguisher from its
mounting bracket.
2. Hold the extinguisher upright and pull the pin.
3. Get back from the fire and aim nozzle at base of fire at the nearest edge.
4. Press red lever and sweep side to side.
Halon gas used in the fire extinguisher can be toxic, especially in a
closed area. After discharging fire extinguisher, ventilate cabin by
opening air vents and unlatching door. Close vents and door after
The extinguisher must be inspected before each flight to ensure that it is
available, charged, and operable. The preflight inspection consists of
ensuring that the nozzle is unobstructed, the pin has not been pulled, and
the canister has not been damaged. The unit should weigh approximately
2.5 lb (1.1 kg). For preflight, charge can be determined by verifying the
gauge pressure is in the operable (green) range, or by 'hefting' the unit.
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