Aviation CAFS 50 Important basic information Dear customer, thank you for choosing one of our products. You have acquired a premium class fire fighting device, worldwide known for superior performance and highest quality. Reliability and performance of the Aviation-CAFS system exceed toughest demands for professional use.
Aviation CAFS 50 Symbols and meaning Important information is highlighted with the following icons. Please note them with particular attention in the interest of safety. Indication of possible danger. Disregard can result in damage or hazard to device, vicinity, operator or other persons.
Aviation CAFS 50 Overview hand wheel for air cylinder connection pressure reducer pressure gauge cylinder valve tripping lever hose holder container lid jet nozzle compressed air cylinder hook wrench www.hne.ag MADE IN GERMANY...
With the use of unlisted extinguishing agents, the device no longer meets the EN-3 approval. In this case, successful fire extinction and the safety of the specified minimum distance to electrical installations can not be guaranteed by HNE! www.hne.ag MADE IN GERMANY...
Aviation CAFS 50 VARIO 9 Filling The extinguisher achieves its optimal performance only with accurate filling. Prepare things thoroughly and perform all steps with necessary care. We recommend a clean and steady work area with water supply. Avoid spilling of extinguishing agent. Flush affected surfaces and components with water.
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Aviation CAFS 50 Amount and mixing ratio: The container needs a total filling of exactly 50.0 liters, consisting mostly of clean tap water. The amount of additive depends on the extinguishing agent used. Exact mixing details can be found on the container label and must be strictly observed.
Aviation CAFS 50 Replacing the pressure bottle Pressurized vessels represent significant hazard for user and vicinity in case of negligence or mishandling. Always treat filled air cylinders with due diligence. Do not use tools to tighten the hand screw at the air cylinder connection.
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Aviation CAFS 50 Replacing the pressure bottle A compressed air cylinder with 6.8 Liter volume serves as propellant. It needs to be filled with a suitable compressor; the maximum pressure of 300 bar must not be exceeded. Close the valve completely by turning it clockwise.
Aviation CAFS 50 Applying the system Pull the safety cotter and remove the cap Open the valve fully. A howling indicates pressure build up in the vessel. The pressure gauge shows the filling status of the compressed air cylinder. Take the jet gun from its holder and uncurl the hose.
Aviation CAFS 50 Optional jet gun Every Aviation-CAFS system can be optionally equipped with a multifunctional jet gun. Range and flow rate are variable by stepless actuation. This increases efficiency and duration significantly when fighting small fires. A foldable safety catch prevents accidental actuation.
NOTE: As a highly safety-relevant element, the pressure reducer is absolutely maintenance-free. Any work or repair at it is solely reserved for HNE. Unauthorized action leads to the complete loss of warranty. After maintenance or repair, the extinguisher should be labeled with filling date and content.
Aviation CAFS 50 Legal inspections Extinguishers are subject of periodic checks for function and safety. Legally prescribed inspections are country specific and vary. Owners are responsible for compliance with the prescribed intervals. Therefore, the container is labeled with badges for the date of manufacturing and maturity of the next inspection.
Aviation CAFS 50 Technical data SPECS filling capacity 50.0 Liters propellant air cylinder, 300 bar/6.8 l working pressure 22 bar, constant duration app. 78 sec. jet range up to 16 m jet pattern compact jet fire rating max. A IV B temp.
... relevant instructions in this manual have been disregarded If a recognized warranty case occurs, the decision for replacement or repair of single components or the entire device lies solely with HNE. Incurred costs for replacement parts, repair and transportation are assumed by HNE. www.hne.ag...
CONTACT HNE Technologie AG HIGH PERFORMANCE FIREFIGHTING SYSTEMS THANK YOU FOR USING OUR PRODUCT! In case of questions or technical problems, please contact our customer service and have type, date of manufacture and serial number of the device ready. HNE Germany: Sales &...
SERVICING NOTES Mobile foam extinguisher Type : Aviation CAFS 50 Date of manufacture: ________________ please look at container and fill in Proper inspection and repair are crucial for reliability and optimal life span of the device. For traceability, we recommend to document such measures on this page.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TECHNOLOGIE AG MOBILE HIGH VOLUME EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM SAVING ● PROTECTING ● PRESERVING WORLDWIDE www.hne.ag MADE IN GERMANY...
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