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Victory Fire & Gas ZX-UL-SM001 Service Manual

Stored pressure, hand portable dry chemical fire extinguishers - abc (ammonium phosphate base)
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STORED PRESSURE, HAND PORTABLE DRY CHEMICAL FIRE
EXTINGUISHERS - ABC (AMMONIUM PHOSPHATE BASE)
Owner's SERVICE MANUAL
No. ZX-UL-SM001 Rev. 7
INSTALLATION, OPERATING & SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS
All fire extinguishers should be installed, inspected, and maintained in accordance with the National
Fire Protection Association standard titled "Portable Fire Extinguishers", NFPA-10 and the
requirements of local authorities having jurisdiction.
When installation, inspection or maintenance is required, it should be performed by certified trained
persons having proper equipment. Fire extinguishers are pressure vessels and must be treated with
respect and handled with care. They are mechanical devices and require periodic maintenance to be
sure that they are ready to operate properly and safely. Victory strongly recommends that the
maintenance of portable fire extinguishers be done by a trained professional – your local authorized
Victory Distributor.
Victory Corporation makes original factory parts available to ensure proper maintenance – USE OF
SUBSTITUTE PARTS RELEASES VICTORY OF ITS WARRANTY OBLIGATIONS. Victory
parts have machined surfaces and threads that are manufactured to exacting tolerances. O-rings,
hoses, nozzles, and all metal parts meet precise specifications and are subjected to multiple in-house
inspections and tests for acceptability. Only spare parts listed in appendix A should be used. DO
NOT SUBSTITUTE.
Marine approval is valid only when the extinguisher is equipped with an approved marine type
of bracket.
WARNING
RECHARGE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS IMMEDIATELY AFTER ANY USE
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Summary of Contents for Victory Fire & Gas ZX-UL-SM001

  • Page 1 STORED PRESSURE, HAND PORTABLE DRY CHEMICAL FIRE EXTINGUISHERS - ABC (AMMONIUM PHOSPHATE BASE) Owner’s SERVICE MANUAL No. ZX-UL-SM001 Rev. 7 INSTALLATION, OPERATING & SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS All fire extinguishers should be installed, inspected, and maintained in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association standard titled "Portable Fire Extinguishers", NFPA-10 and the requirements of local authorities having jurisdiction.
  • Page 2 VICTORY CORPORATION DOES NOT SERVICE, MAINTAIN OR RECHARGE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS. THIS MANUAL IS PUBLISHED AS A GUIDE TO ASSIST QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL IN THE INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE AND RECHARGE OF VICTORY FIRE EXTINGUISHERS ONLY. INSTRUCTION MANUAL ANTICIPATE ALL POSSIBLE MALFUNCTIONS THAT MAY BE ENCOUNTERED IN THE SERVICE OF FIRE EXTINGUISHERS.

  • Page 3: Installation

    INSTALLATION Your layout and particular hazards dictate the placement of fire extinguishers. NFPA-10 requires that hand portable extinguishers with a gross weight less than 40 lbs. be hung with the top of the extinguisher not more than 5 ft. (1.53 m) above the floor. Extinguishers having a gross weight greater than 40 lbs.
  • Page 4 Remove the extinguisher from its hanger or bracket. Pull and remove the ring (safety) pin, breaking the visual tamper seal. Using the extinguisher carrying handle, transport the unit to a safe position upwind of the fire. Remove the nozzle from the retainer and while keeping the extinguisher in a vertical position, aim the nozzle at the base of the fire.

  • Page 5: Periodic Inspection Procedures

    CAUTION Discharge time and effective range of the agent throw varies according to model – see the specification literature for your extinguisher. INSPECTING THE EXTINGUISHER The inspection procedures outlined below may not be sufficient for every jurisdiction or location and should be used in conjunction with the NFPA 10 Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, 2022 Edition.
  • Page 6 Maintenance, servicing & recharging shall be performed by trained and certified persons having available the appropriate servicing manual, the proper types of tools, recharge materials, lubricants, and Victory replacement parts. Extinguishers taken out of service for maintenance or recharge shall be replaced by spare extinguishers of the same type and at least an equal rating.
  • Page 7 If over pressurized (overcharged), depressurize the extinguisher and follow recharge instructions. Check ring (safety) pin for freedom of movement. Replace if bent or if removal appears difficult. Take care not to accidently discharge the extinguisher with safety pin removed. Inspect discharge lever for any dirt or corrosion which might impair freedom of movement. Inspect carrying handle for proper installation.
  • Page 8 Check the date of manufacture on the extinguisher label (nameplate). Cylinder must be hydrostatically (proof pressure) tested every twelve years to the test pressure indicated on the nameplate. Any distortion or leakage of the cylinder shall be cause for rejection. Never place an extinguisher back into service if hydro test is overdue.

  • Page 9: Recharging Procedure

    RECHARGING PROCEDURE RECHARGING is the replacement of the extinguishing agent and the propellant gas Perform steps 1 through 10 of the "Complete Maintenance (Six Year Teardown)" section. Thoroughly clean all parts of the disassembled valve with a soft bristle brush or soft cloth. Blow the valve out with air or nitrogen.

  • Page 10: Troubleshooting Guide

    15. Replace the extinguisher on the wall hanger or in the vehicle bracket making sure that it fits the bracket properly and the bracket is securely attached – replace the bracket if necessary. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING To avoid risk of injury of death, should any audible pressure leak be observed during disassembly of the extinguisher, then technicians should stop service activities and wait until all residual pressure is released.

  • Page 11: Limited Warranty

    Bent pull pin, corroded, Replace damaged Lever or handle loose De-pressurize and replace if possible or replace with new valve assembly Damaged hose, worn or cracked Replace or corroded Nameplate instructions illegible Replace Agent cylinder damaged or Inspect and hydrostatic re-test or dispose of in accordance with corroded NFPA-10 Noise noticeable from within...
  • Page 12 VICTORY DOES NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY BEYOND THE REMEDIES PROVIDED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGES FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, EXEMPLARY OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, AND INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY LIABILITY FOR THIRD PARTY CLAIMS, IN EACH CASE EVEN IF VICTORY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF.
  • Page 13 APPENDIX A...
  • Page 17 APPENDIX B Equipment Type Where Used Comments Adjustable Wrench or Hose Assembly to valve for Recommended torque 5Nm (44in lbs.) 19mm open ended wrench 5LB and above Round/Hand tight Nozzle (Ø13mm)to valve for Recommended torque 5Nm (44in lbs.) 2.5LB models Round/Hand tight Siphon Tube Adaptor (Ø14mm) Recommended torque 8Nm (71 in lbs.)

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