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Amerex 570 Owner's Service Manual

Class-d portable extinguisher
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DO NOT PRINT THIS PAGE FOR ACTUAL MANUAL. INTERNAL USE ONLY.
PART
NUMBER
MANUAL OWNERS SERVICE B570
08220
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THIS COVERSHEET FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY - DO NOT PRINT THIS PAGE IN MANUAL.
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DESCRIPTION: MANUAL OWNER'S SERVICE FOR MODEL B570 PORTABLE EXTINGUISHER
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ACTUAL PRINTED MATERIAL TO CONSIST OF ATTACHED
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OVERALL SIZE OF PRINTED DOCUMENT PAGES: 8-1/2" X 11" ON 20 LB PAPER
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PRINTED MATERIAL TO MATCH ATTACHED IN SADDLE STITCHED BOOKLET FORM
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PRINT MATERIAL IS TO BE HOLE PUNCHED 3 EACH 1/4" HOLES DOWN LEFT SIDE FOR STD 3-RING BINDER
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CURENT REVISION DATE: 4/20
REV
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ADD TO PUBLISHER : GENERAL UPDATES
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REFRESHED LAYOUT DESIGN; REVISED TITLE
THIS DRAWING IS THE EXCLUSIVE AND CONFIDENTIAL PROPERTY OF
AMEREX CORPORATION. IT SHALL NOT BE DUPLICATED, USED OR
DISCLOSED TO OTHERS WITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT
PN 08220
TITLE
DRAWING CHANGE
DATE CREATED
7-18-98
NOTES
BY
JH
CT
CREATED BY
MS
ECN#
DATE
B000492
10-29-15
B002026
4/30/20
REV.
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04/2020

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  • Page 1 ADD TO PUBLISHER : GENERAL UPDATES B000492 10-29-15 REFRESHED LAYOUT DESIGN; REVISED TITLE B002026 4/30/20 THIS DRAWING IS THE EXCLUSIVE AND CONFIDENTIAL PROPERTY OF AMEREX CORPORATION. IT SHALL NOT BE DUPLICATED, USED OR DISCLOSED TO OTHERS WITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT PN 08220 04/2020...
  • Page 2 There are substitute parts available that are incorrectly labeled as UL component parts, some are advertised as Amerex type. None of these meet UL requirements and all of them void the Amerex extinguisher warranty and UL listing. DO NOT SUBSTITUTE...
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION The Amerex Model 570/B570 30 lb. (13.6 KG) Stored-Pressure Class-D fire extinguisher contains Sodium Chloride dry powder, which has been tested and approved by Factory Mutual Systems (FM) for use on the combustible metals listed in the table below. The heavy duty cylinder, valve assembly, and hose/extension wand has been designed with innovative and dependable fire fighting capabilities as well as long life and ease of service.

  • Page 4: In Case Of Fire

    DO NOT INSTALL THE EXTINGUISHER WHERE YOU WOULD HAVE TO WALK THROUGH A POTENTIAL FIRE LOCATION TO REACH IT! 5. Do not place this extinguisher close to a potential fire hazard. Amerex recommends a location no less than 50 feet (15 m) from the hazard, leaving unobstructed access.

  • Page 5: Operation

    This is done by seeing that it is in its designated place, that it has not been actuated or tampered with, and that there is no obvious physical damage or condition to prevent operation. Model 570 Model B570...
  • Page 6 4. Check the date of manufacture stamped on the bottom of the extinguisher or nameplate for model B570 and on the wall hanger loop for Model 570. Cylinder must be hydrostatically (proof-pressure) tested every 12 years to the test pressure indicated on the nameplate (585 psi [4035 kPa]).
  • Page 7 10. Inspect the valve body for signs of corrosion or damage to the hose-thread connection. Replace valve assembly as necessary following the depressurizing and recharge procedures. If valve removal is required, complete all steps in the "Recharge Procedure". 11. Reconnect the extension applicator to the discharge hose male swivel coupling. Rotate the hose assembly several times to verify that the swivel operates freely (disconnect again and clean the inside of the female swivel with a small brush and compressed air if the rotation is impeded).
  • Page 8 5. Inspect the cylinder interior following CGA Visual Inspection Standard, Pamphlet C-6. 6. Fill Amerex Model 570/B570 cylinder with 30 pounds (13.6 KG) of Amerex Super D (Sodium Chloride) dry powder. Use Amerex dry powder that has been kept moisture and contamination free.

  • Page 9: Troubleshooting Guide

    Remove defective gauge*, and install a new gauge using Teflon tape on the gauge threads. Leak in the cylinder Contact Amerex if under warranty, otherwise mark “Rejected” and re- turn to owner. Pressure gauge threads are coated with a special epoxy at the factory. For easy removal soak the valve assembly ( minus the downtube assembly) in hot water (180°F/82°C) for two to four minutes.

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