Operation Of The Fireboy Fire Extinguisher - Chris-Craft 2014 36 RH Corsair Owner's Manual

Safety and Operations
NOTICE:
When the Fireboy system
is activated the engine and the blower
will be shut down automatically.
NOTICE:
Check the indicator lamp.
♦
The indicator lamp is designed to
monitor the state of the fire
extinguisher when the ignition
key is ON.
♦
A GLOWING GREEN
indicates the system is
CHARGED.
♦ A
NON-GLOWING GREEN
LIGHT
indicates the system is
DISCHARGED.
The engine compartment blowers are
required to have a ground connection
to be connected to the Fireboy system.
Failure to connect a power ventila-
tion system impedes the operation
of the fire extinguisher and may
prevent fire extinguishment.
With the "S" hook in
CAUTION:
place, and the cable end
retaining clip NOT installed, any pull
on the cable exceeding 20 pounds
will actuate the release mechanism.
The cable should never be installed
or removed without the cylinder
securely fastened in its mounting
brackets.
PULL PIN
Figure 2.7
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light
Figure 2.6

Operation of the Fireboy Fire Extinguisher

♦ Automatic actuation of a Fireboy fire extinguisher occurs
at 175 degrees F. and is entirely dependent on the intensity
of the fire.
♦ Signs of actuation:
♦ When Actuation occurs:
♦
INDICATOR LAMP
Figure 2.8
1. A loud sound similar to small arms fire.
2. A loud sound of rushing air.
3. An extinguished indicator lamp.
4. A stalled engine.
1. Immediately shutdown all engines, powered
ventilation, and electrical systems.
2. Do not open the engine compartment.
After actuation occurs:
1. Before inspecting for damage, allow the agent to
"soak" the compartment for at least 15 minutes and
wait for hot metals or fuels to cool.
2. Have approved portable extinguishers in hand and
ready for use.
3. Do not breathe fumes or vapors caused by the fire.
They are hazardous and toxic.