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ORIGINAL OPERATING MANUAL

TURBO NOZZLES EVO EN 15182-1 / EN 15182-2

TURBO NOZZLES EVO

Shut-off, flow-adjustable hollow nozzle

for the discharge of extinguishing water

in the form of a full jet and a spray jet

with variable angle.

Can be used in electrical installations

up to a nominal voltage of 380 kV.

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Page 1 Can be used in electrical installations up to a nominal voltage of 380 kV. © AWG Fittings GmbH . Bergstraße 25 . D-89177 Ballendorf . awg-info@idexcorp.com . www.awg-fittings.com...
Page 2: Foreword
The data sheet for these devices can be downloaded for information purposes from the Internet: www.awg-fittings.com Copyright This operating manual is valid for all AWG EVO series turbo nozzles. © AWG Fittings GmbH Revision: 01 – 05. 09. 2021 All rights to this document are reserved by AWG Fittings GmbH.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
AWG I Operating manual I Nozzles I Turbo nozzles EVO CONTENT CONTENTS FOREWORD ..................2 CONTENTS ..................3 Introduction ................. 4 Key to the symbols............... 4 Figures ................. 5 Safety Information ............... 6 General safety instructions ..........6 Safety during operation ............6 Qualifications of the operators ..........
Page 4: Introduction
AWG I Operating manual I Nozzles I Turbo nozzles EVO INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION This manual contains important information regarding your personal safety. This manual must be read and understood by all persons who handle or use the device during any phase of its life cycle.
Page 5: Figures
AWG I Operating manual I Nozzles I Turbo nozzles EVO INTRODUCTION 1.1.2 General information IMPORTANT Blue signal bar and the signal word IMPORTANT Instructions on how to avoid damage to property. These instructions are not related to potential physical injuries.
Page 6: Safety Information
Turbo nozzles EVO SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY INFORMATION The AWG turbo nozzles EVO described here are in line with the state of the art as well as the recognised safety regulations. The safety and health protection requirements have been met. Nevertheless, its use may give rise to hazards for the user or third parties or cause damage to the device itself or other material assets.
Page 7: Qualifications Of The Operators
Maintenance as well as "Standard" and "Advanced" functional testing Personal protective equipment When using the AWG turbo nozzle EVOs, personal protective equip- ment must be worn, in accordance with the country-specific fire service regulation (e.g. in Germany: FwDV) or with internal company regula- tions.
Page 8: Description
DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Function With the AWG turbo nozzles EVO, a full jet or a spray jet from 0° to 120° can be generated at a selectable flow rate. The extinguishing agent discharge is started and stopped with the hand lever.
Page 9: Foreseeable Misuse
AWG I Operating manual I Nozzles I Turbo nozzles EVO DESCRIPTION Foreseeable misuse Conversion or modification Operation in technically unsound condition Operation outside the approved characteristic values Fitting of spare parts or accessories that are not approved or not suitable for the operating conditions...
Page 10: Overview
AWG I Operating manual I Nozzles I Turbo nozzles EVO DESCRIPTION Overview Fixed toothed ring (optional) Flow rate scale Valve plate Housing Protection ring pointer Hand lever Protection ring Fixed coupling Jet form sleeve scale Hand grip Flow rate of adjusting sleeve...
Page 11: Delivery, Transport, Storage
Turbo nozzles EVO DELIVERY, TRANSPORT, STORAGE DELIVERY, TRANSPORT, STORAGE Delivery The turbo nozzle EVO has been carefully packaged at AWG Fittings GmbH. After unpacking, check the delivery for damage and verify complete- ness. Any damage must be immediately reported to the carrier.
Page 12: Use
AWG I Operating manual I Nozzles I Turbo nozzles EVO Notes WARNING Hazards during use The handling of foam agents can be hazardous to health. The strength of the water jet can be dangerous. – Wear personal protective equipment in accordance with country- specific fire service regulations.
Page 13 AWG I Operating manual I Nozzles I Turbo nozzles EVO IMPORTANT Product information for foam concentrates Observe the information on health hazards and potential environ- mental hazards (e.g. water hazard class) provided in the safety data sheet and other product information for the foam concentrates used.
Page 14: Handling
AWG I Operating manual I Nozzles I Turbo nozzles EVO Distances according to DIN VDE 0132, Table 3 Nozzle Low voltage (N) High voltage (H) DIN 14365-CM ≤ AC 1 kV or ≤ DC 1.5 kV > AC 1 kV or > DC 1.5 kV...
Page 15 AWG I Operating manual I Nozzles I Turbo nozzles EVO Protection ring Hand lever Jet form sleeve scale Turbo nozzle EVO fixed coupling Flow rate of adjusting sleeve Water hose adapter Flow rate scale Fig. 2 Handling Coupling the turbo nozzle EVO and adjusting the flow rate 1.
Page 16 AWG I Operating manual I Nozzles I Turbo nozzles EVO Opening the turbo nozzle EVO and starting the extinguishing agent discharge 1. Point the turbo nozzle EVO at the source of the fire. 2. Pull the hand lever (Fig. 2/5) back towards yourself in the OPEN (Fig.
Page 17: Visual Inspection After Each Use
AWG I Operating manual I Nozzles I Turbo nozzles EVO Perform multiple flushes if necessary. Flushing process during use A flushing process may also be necessary during use if dirt particles get into the turbo nozzle EVO. This can be recog- nised by an uneven, disturbed spray pattern.
Page 18: Functional Test
FUNCTIONAL TEST FUNCTIONAL TEST Prerequisites All testing of the AWG turbo nozzle EVO must be carried out in ac- cordance with the manufacturer's technical documentation and must be documented if necessary. The following inspections are defined for the turbo nozzle EVO: –...
Page 19: Performing The Inspection
AWG I Operating manual I Fittings I Turbo nozzles EVO FUNCTIONAL TEST Performing the inspection CAUTION Performing the inspection safely Some inspection steps are performed with pressurised systems. – Observe the safety regulations. – Put on personal protective equipment. – Do not put other persons in danger.
Page 20: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Inspection and maintenance Apart from the visual inspection and cleaning of the AWG turbo nozzle EVO, no regular maintenance work is required. If the shut-off device is hard to operate, lubricate the ball valve with a fully synthetic grease for food technology (e.g. OKS 479).
Page 21 (Fig. 3/12), insert the cylinder screws and tighten the toothed ring. All other repair work on the AWG turbo nozzle EVO may only be per- formed by the AWG Fittings GmbH customer service or by an author- ised specialist workshop.
Page 22: Disposal
AWG I Operating manual I Nozzles I Turbo nozzles EVO MAINTENANCE If you need technical support, please contact our Service Centre: AWG Fittings GmbH Service Centre D-89177 Ballendorf Telephone: +49 (0) 73 40 / 91 88 98 880 Email: awg-service@idexcorp.com...
Page 23: Accessories / Spare Parts
AWG I Operating manual I Nozzles I Turbo nozzles EVO ACCESSORIES / SPARE PARTS ACCESSORIES / SPARE PARTS The following repair kits and parts are available: Item Designation Article number Turbo wheel and toothed ring repair kit 62061299 (only turbo nozzles EVO 235 and EVO 400)
Page 24 Anyone who saves lives and protects material assets every day must be able to rely on their tools. Many of you choose products from AWG and Alco. Two brands that together offer one of the widest ranges of premium equipment for rescue services.

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