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Johnson Controls ANSUL 10 Operation, Inspection, Service And Maintenance, And Recharge Manual

Johnson Controls ANSUL 10 Operation, Inspection, Service And Maintenance, And Recharge Manual

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CARTRIDGE DRY CHEMICAL
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
MODELS 10-20-30
OPERATION, INSPECTION, SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE, AND RECHARGE MANUAL
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One Stanton Street
Marinette, WI 54143-2542, USA
© 2018 Johnson Controls. All rights reserved. All specifications and other information shown were
current as of document revision date and are subject to change without notice.
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+1-715-735-7411
www.ansul.com
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Form No. F-7674-10
003250

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  • Page 1 003250 One Stanton Street Marinette, WI 54143-2542, USA +1-715-735-7411 www.ansul.com © 2018 Johnson Controls. All rights reserved. All specifications and other information shown were current as of document revision date and are subject to change without notice. Form No. F-7674-10...
  • Page 3 ANSUL products. This manual is limited to uses herein described. For other appli- cations, contact your local Authorized ANSUL Distributor or Johnson Controls – Technical Services Department, Marinette, Wisconsin 54143-2542, USA. Note: The converted metric values in this manual are provided for dimensional reference only and do not reflect an actual measurement.
  • Page 4 EXPLANATION OF SAFETY ALERTS ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers REV. 10 2018-OCT-10 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation in which a person will experience serious personal injury or death if the situation is not avoided.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers 2018-OCT-15 REV. 10 PAGE TOC-1 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) SECTION PAGE Introduction 1–2 Operation Inspection 5–6 Service and Repair Maintenance 9-16 Heavy Duty/Vehicle Bracket 17-20...
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers PAGE TOC-2 REV. 10 2018-OCT-15 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) NOTES:...
  • Page 7 INTRODUCTION ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers 2018-OCT-15 REV. 10 PAGE 1 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) INTRODUCTION Select a dry, warm, and preferably enclosed location with atmospheric conditions of not more than 55% relative humidity The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) –...
  • Page 8 OF STEEL Parts of above were taken from the latest edition of NFPA 10, COMPRESSED Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers. GAS CYLINDERS” PARTS LISTS To order parts lists, contact Johnson Controls Customer Services, Marinette, WI 54143-2542.
  • Page 9 OPERATION ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers 2018-OCT-15 REV. 10 PAGE 3 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) OPERATION To Operate The Extinguisher: 1. Remove the extinguisher from its station. 2. Use the handle to carry the extinguisher to the fire. Walk at a rapid pace.

  • Page 10: Operation

    OPERATION ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers PAGE 4 REV. 10 2018-OCT-15 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) NOTES:...

  • Page 11: Inspection

    INSPECTION ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers 2018-OCT-15 REV. 10 PAGE 5 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) INSPECTION Where an inspection reveals that tampering has occurred or that the extinguisher is damaged, impaired, leaking or has obvious corrosion, complete maintenance as described on pages 9 through 16 should be followed.
  • Page 12 INSPECTION ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers PAGE 6 REV. 10 2018-OCT-15 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) INSPECTION (Continued) 7. Examine the hose for cuts, severe weather checking, abrasion or deformed exterior. Depending upon the severity of the disorder, the hose could rupture upon pressurization of the extinguisher.

  • Page 13: Service And Repair

    Obstructed pressure vent hole in fill Clear vent hole with a stiff, unbreakable wire probe of lesser opening threads diameter than vent hole. Seam welds evidencing discoloration or Consult Johnson Controls, pin holes Marinette, Wisconsin 54143-2542. Fill Cap Abraded, cracked, corroded or otherwise Replace, destroying affected cap to prevent reuse.
  • Page 14 SERVICE AND REPAIR ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers PAGE 8 REV. 10 2018-OCT-15 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) SERVICE AND REPAIR (Continued) COMPONENT DISORDER CORRECTIVE ACTION Cartridge Guard Rust spots, pits or corrosion deposits Replace guard or clean corroded areas and repaint.
  • Page 15 6. Examine the dry chemical shell and all other external components for evidence of corrosion, mechanical damage, or the presence of welding, soldering or brazing repairs other than as allowed by Johnson Controls. (See Introduction, page 1, of this manual for welding/brazing restrictions.) Depending on the degree of corrosion,...
  • Page 16 MAINTENANCE ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers PAGE 10 REV. 10 2018-OCT-15 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) MAINTENANCE (Continued) 7. Check the nameplates for legibility, looseness or corro- sion. If the wording is illegible, the nameplate must be cleaned or replaced.
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers 2018-OCT-15 REV. 10 PAGE 11 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) MAINTENANCE (Continued) 13. Operate the puncture lever to make sure the lever works freely.
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers PAGE 12 REV. 10 2018-OCT-15 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) MAINTENANCE (Continued) 19. Operate the nozzle handle to check for free movement. If handle is binding or immovable, refer to ‘‘Nozzle(s)’’...
  • Page 19 MAINTENANCE ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers 2018-OCT-15 REV. 10 PAGE 13 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) MAINTENANCE (Continued) 23. To check the hose for internal blockage, place the extin- guisher on its side, with the outlet elbow in the up posi- tion, and remove the hose.
  • Page 20 (The pressure relief vent may be a small hole or a set of grooves in the collar. One of either type of pressure relief vents must be present in each extinguisher.) NOTICE Normal Johnson Controls maintenance procedures do not require the removal of 003216 003217...
  • Page 21 MAINTENANCE ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers 2018-OCT-15 REV. 10 PAGE 15 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) MAINTENANCE (Continued) 33. Clean the gasket and quad ring thoroughly with a clean, dry rag.

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers PAGE 16 REV. 10 2018-OCT-15 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) MAINTENANCE (Continued) 39. After cleaning the extinguisher to remove all dry chemi- cal traces and foreign deposits, insert and secure visual seal, Part No.

  • Page 23: Heavy Duty/Vehicle Bracket

    HEAVY DUTY/VEHICLE BRACKET ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers 2018-OCT-15 REV. 10 PAGE 17 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) BRACKET INTRODUCTION Vibration and Shock Loading limits in G’s Brackets are available for each ANSUL cartridge-operated 5 G’S hand portable extinguisher.

  • Page 24: Bracket Installation And Mounting

    HEAVY DUTY/VEHICLE BRACKET ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers PAGE 18 REV. 10 2018-OCT-15 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) BRACKET INSTALLATION AND MOUNTING Acceptable Mounting Positions Make certain that the mounting location and position meet NFPA 10 requirements and ANSUL limitation requirements.

  • Page 25: Inspection

    HEAVY DUTY/VEHICLE BRACKET ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers 2018-OCT-15 REV. 10 PAGE 19 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) INSPECTION MAINTENANCE Inspection of the bracket should be performed whenever extin- Maintenance is a very important factor in the lifespan and guisher inspection is performed.

  • Page 26: Adjustment

    HEAVY DUTY/VEHICLE BRACKET ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers PAGE 20 REV. 10 2018-OCT-15 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) ADJUSTMENT If a bracket is not properly adjusted, the bracket may be damaged, and the extinguisher may be damaged or lost.
  • Page 27 • Handle only Part No. 2609 • Hydrostatic test (order these through Part No. 11790 • Head only Part No. 10852 Johnson Controls Marketing • Portable cartridge spring scale Part No. 3923 Communications) • Metal inspection tags Part No. 4111 Lubricants •...

  • Page 28: Servicing Materials

    SERVICING MATERIALS ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers PAGE 22 REV. 10 2018-OCT-15 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) NOTES:...
  • Page 29 GAS TUBE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers 2018-OCT-15 REV. 10 PAGE 23 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) GAS TUBE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES 1. Ensure cartridge and agent are removed from extin- guisher.

  • Page 30: Gas Tube Replacement Procedures

    GAS TUBE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers PAGE 24 REV. 10 2018-OCT-15 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) NOTES:...

  • Page 31: Nozzle Plunger Replacement Procedure

    NOZZLE PLUNGER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers 2018-OCT-15 REV. 10 PAGE 25 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) NOZZLE PLUNGER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. Depress nozzle handle and remove nozzle tip. 2.
  • Page 32 NOZZLE PLUNGER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers PAGE 26 REV. 10 2018-OCT-15 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) NOZZLE PLUNGER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (Continued) 9. Install nozzle assembly onto agent hose and pressure test to 250 psi (17.24 bar).

  • Page 33: Cartridge Receiver Puncture Pin Replacement

    CARTRIDGE RECEIVER PUNCTURE PIN REPLACEMENT ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers 2018-OCT-15 REV. 10 PAGE 27 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) CARTRIDGE RECEIVER PUNCTURE PIN REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1. Ensure cartridge is removed from extinguisher. 2.
  • Page 34 CARTRIDGE RECEIVER PUNCTURE PIN REPLACEMENT ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers PAGE 28 REV. 10 2018-OCT-15 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) NOTES:...
  • Page 35 If the maintenance nameplate becomes missing or unreadable, it can be replaced with a replacement nameplate from Johnson Controls. When using this replacement plate, the only extinguishers that will retain their UL and Coast Guard approval will be extinguishers that have been manufactured since 1993 with the approved collar stamping on them.

  • Page 36: Nameplate Replacement

    NAMEPLATE REPLACEMENT ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers PAGE 30 REV. 10 2018-OCT-15 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) NOTES:...

  • Page 37: Recharge

    RECHARGE ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers 2018-OCT-15 REV. 10 PAGE 31 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) RECHARGE Before proceeding to recharge any extinguisher, visually examine the unit for any physical damage or impairment which may further dictate the need for maintenance.
  • Page 38 RECHARGE ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers PAGE 32 REV. 10 2018-OCT-15 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) RECHARGE (Continued) 5. If extinguisher contains optional hose seal, install a new seal per following steps: a.
  • Page 39 RECHARGE ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers 2018-OCT-15 REV. 10 PAGE 33 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) RECHARGE (Continued) 8. Remove the gasket and quad ring from the fill cap and examine them for elasticity, cuts, cracks, or abrasions.
  • Page 40 RECHARGE ANSUL Cartridge Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers PAGE 34 REV. 10 2018-OCT-15 Models 10, 20, 30, Operation, Inspection, Service and Maintenance, and Recharge Manual (Form No. F-7674) RECHARGE (Continued) 14. Remove the safety shipping cap from the replacement cartridge assembly and weigh the cartridge. If weight is 1/4 oz (7.1 g) (Model 10) or 1/2 oz (14.2 g) (Model 20 or 30) less than stamped on the cartridge, replace with a fully charged cartridge.

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