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SACKSAFOAM BLADDER
OPERATIONS MANUAL
2024B

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  • Page 1 SACKSAFOAM BLADDER OPERATIONS MANUAL 2024B...
  • Page 2 This manual is applicable to the following models: 8018 (# 004338) 2044 (# 004339) Physical copies of this manual (# 002260) are available from SEI. The manual is available on the SEI website. Register for manual update notifications at bambiupdate@sei-ind.com This manual is based on information that was available at the time it was printed and may not be applicable to products received before the issue date and customized items.

  • Page 3: Revision Summary

    Revision Summary Pages App. Version Release Date Revision Description • General Revision 2019A 19-Jan-2019 • Changed plugs to NEMA 6 2024A 08-Feb-2024 36,37 • Change from SFC to Bambi Controller 13-15 2024B 19-Jun-2024 • Removed model 5550 (004340)

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Section 1: Introduction ......................1 Overview ..............................1 Section 2: Installation ......................3 Installation Procedure ..........................3 Section 3: Controller ........................ 7 Overview ..............................7 Rear Connections ............................7 Front Controls ............................8 Wiring the Controller ..........................9 Controller Setup ............................

  • Page 6: Section 1: Introduction

    Additional copies of this manual are also available from SEI Industries Ltd. or by visiting our website at www.bambibucket.com for more information on these products. An online version of this manual is also available at this website.
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  • Page 8: Section 2: Installation

    Section 2: Installation Section 2: Installation Installation Procedure NOTICE If the Bambi Bucket cinch strap hook is on the ballast side of the bucket, it must be rotated 180 degrees to the opposite side, to allow cinch adjustment once the bladder is installed. To install the bladder: 1.
  • Page 9 Section 2: Installation 4. Connect the lower end of the restrainer strap to the restrainer bracket, reinstalling the clevis pin. Use a new cotter pin to secure the clevis pin to the restrainer bracket. 5. The installation should now look as shown. 6.
  • Page 10 Section 2: Installation 8. Fold up the bladder and slide it in between the spokes and into the bucket. For smaller buckets, remove one spoke at the shell end. The bladder should be centered on the ballast pouch. The IDS restrainer strap attached, in steps 3 and 4, should pass around the bottom of the bladder.
  • Page 11 Section 2: Installation 12. Install the breakaway connector in the control cable, near the Bambi control head. 13. Secure the control cable to one of the Bambi suspension cables using the tie wraps provided. The connector may be taped together to prevent premature release.

  • Page 12: Section 3: Controller

    Section 3: Controller Section 3: Controller Overview The Bambi Controller is intended for use with Bambi and Bambi MAX Buckets. It is installed into an aircraft console in accordance with MS-25212 (DZUS mounting rails). Rear Connections 1. Main Connector Connects to power, external input signals, bucket valve, and foam injection pump. See Section 5: Drawings for pinout details.

  • Page 13: Front Controls

    Section 3: Controller Front Controls 1. DATA Port Install a USB flash drive in the DATA port to store operational data. 2. FOAM Switch Momentarily actuate the FOAM toggle switch to start the foam concentrate injection process. 3. RESET Button - Left Press the RESET button to reset the lefthand foam counter.

  • Page 14: Wiring The Controller

    Section 3: Controller 6. TARE Switch Momentarily actuate the TARE toggle switch to increment the bucket count. 7. SETTINGS Knob Press the SETTINGS knob to enter, select, and exit the menu system. Rotate the knob to change menu items. 8. Display Upper The upper line of the display indicates the bucket counters (e.g.

  • Page 15: Controller Setup

    Section 3: Controller Controller Setup It will be necessary to adjust some of the controller settings to suit the user’s particular installation. Once saved, these settings will be the default settings the next time the unit is powered on. The settings are changed by accessing the menu system. Depending on the user’s selection of options, some other menu items may not display.

  • Page 16: Long Lines

    Control cables supplied with the Sacksafoam Bladder unit meet Mil-C-27500 specifications. Individual hook-up wires meet Mil-W-22759/16 specifications. It is recommended that any replacement wire or cable meet these specifications. Extra cable and wire are available from SEI Industries Ltd. Sacksafoam Bladder Operations Manual...
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  • Page 18: Section 4: Preflight Safety Checklist

    Section 4: Preflight Safety Checklist Section 4: Preflight Safety Checklist Safety Checklist Along with the aircraft, the Bambi Bucket and Sacksafoam system should also receive a preflight inspection each day. Follow the checklist below, beginning at the bottom of the bucket and working upwards. 1.
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  • Page 20: Section 5: Operations

    Section 5: Operations Section 5: Operations Filling the Bladder 1. If any adjustment of the Bambi Bucket cinch strap is required, it should be made prior to the filling of the bladder, if possible. Adjusting the cinch strap is difficult when the bladder is full of foam.

  • Page 21: Using The Controller

    Section 5: Operations 6. Remove the cam lock cap from the foam outlet port. An internal check valve ensures foam is dispensed only while the injection pump is operating. Removing the Bladder from the Bucket 1. Reverse installation sequence. 2. If there is any appreciable amount of foam left in the bladder, it should be pumped out until the pump runs dry.
  • Page 22 Section 5: Operations Initiating Foam Injection Foam injection can be initiated by either: “FOAM” ▪ Momentarily actuating the toggle switch, or ▪ Using an external input signal While the injection pump is operating, the lower line of the display will indicate the selected foam mix “...
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  • Page 24: Section 6: Troubleshooting

    Section 6: Troubleshooting Section 6: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Chart Problem Possible Cause Solution Foam control menu Incorrect foam reservoir FOAM RESERVOIR ≠ NONE not displayed selected Incorrect foam reservoir Select correct foam reservoir size selected Incorrect foam Incorrect bucket capacity Select correct bucket capacity concentration selected Check pump output by pumping into...
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  • Page 26: Section 7: Maintenance

    A service kit or spare impellers should be carried onboard to be assured of pumping capability. Spares kits are supplied with each pump and additional kits can be ordered from SEI (see parts list). Sacksafoam Bladder Operations Manual...
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  • Page 28: Section 8: Specifications And Parts

    Capacities and weights are accurate to within 5%. Specifications are subject to change. Sacksafoam Models Empty Gross Bladder Capacity Current Weight Weight Bucket Model Model 28VDC US Gal Litres BB8096 BB9011 BB1012 8018 BB1214 BB1518 5 AMPS BB1821 BB2024 BB2226 BB2732 2044 BB3542 BB4453 Sacksafoam Bladder Operations Manual...
  • Page 29 Section 8: Specifications and Parts Controller Controller Weight: 1.3 lb (600 grams) Voltage: 24-28 VDC Current: Circuit Breaker: Sacksafoam Bladder Operations Manual...
  • Page 30 Section 8: Specifications and Parts Control Box 9 Pin Connector Configuration DESCRIPTION WIRE COLOR + 24VDC supply - 24VDC supply Black + 24VDC to foam dispense pump White - 24VDC to foam dispense pump White / Blue + 24VDC from Bambi dump button Green Sacksafoam Bladder Operations Manual...

  • Page 31: Parts

    Section 8: Specifications and Parts Parts Bladder Assembly* *Not an accurate representation of all models. Sacksafoam Bladder Operations Manual...
  • Page 32 Section 8: Specifications and Parts Bladder Assembly (continued) ITEM MODEL PART # DESCRIPTION 8018 004355 BLADDER, 12USG, ASSY 2044 004358 BLADDER, 30USG, ASSY 5550 004360 BLADDER, 72USG, ASSY 8018 004353 BLADDER, 12USG 2044 002399 BLADDER, 30USG 5550 004359 BLADDER, 72USG...
  • Page 33 Section 8: Specifications and Parts Gate Assembly Sacksafoam Bladder Operations Manual...
  • Page 34 Section 8: Specifications and Parts Gate Assembly (continued) ITEM MODEL PART # DESCRIPTION 014627 FLANGE, OUTER 004288 FLANGE, INNER 001890 O-RING, BUNA N, #124 ELBOW, STREET, 1.5” NPT, PVC 002686 NIPPLE, CLS, 1” NPT, PVC 002667 ELBOW, STREET, 1” NPT, PVC 002685 CAMLOCK, DC, 1”, NYL 002655...
  • Page 35 Section 8: Specifications and Parts Pump Hose Sacksafoam Bladder Operations Manual...
  • Page 36 Section 8: Specifications and Parts Pump Hose (continued) ITEM MODEL PART # DESCRIPTION 8018 8 FT 2044 12 FT TUBE, PVC, 1” 002892 5550 13 FT 3 FT CLAMP, OETIKER, 1-7/16”, SS 003049 ELBOW, BARB, 1”, PVC 002684 VALVE, CHECK, SPRING, 1”, FNPT, PVC 002916 ADAPTER, BARB,1”...
  • Page 37 Section 8: Specifications and Parts Pump Dispenser Assembly ITEM MODEL PART # DESCRIPTION 004319 PUMP, DISPENSE, ASSY 004250 PUMP, 33GPM, 24V 004291 PLATE, TOP, PUMP 004292 PLATE, BOTTOM, PUMP 004293 ROD, MOUNTING 001852 WASHER, LOCK, SPLIT, 1/4, SS 001655 NUT, HX, 1/4-20, SS 001662 NUT, HX, NYL, 1/4-20, SS Sacksafoam Bladder Operations Manual...
  • Page 38 Section 8: Specifications and Parts Controller ITEM MODEL PART # DESCRIPTION 018871 CONTROLLER, BAMBI Sacksafoam Bladder Operations Manual...
  • Page 39 Section 8: Specifications and Parts External Parts ITEM MODEL PART # DESCRIPTION 8018 015953 2044 015954 RESTRAINER, STRAP, ASSY 5550 015955 8018 2044 015958 HANGER, ASSY 5550 014635 HARNESS, LOWER, SACKSAFOAM 014636 HARNESS, UPPER, SACKSAFOAM Sacksafoam Bladder Operations Manual...

  • Page 40: Section 9: Drawings

    Section 9: Drawings Section 9: Drawings Wiring Diagram Sacksafoam Bladder Operations Manual...
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  • Page 42: Section 10: Warranty

    Section 10: Warranty Section 10: Warranty SEI Industries Ltd. (the company) agrees to grant a warranty for a period of one year from the date of purchase of Bambi Bucket systems on the following conditions: a) The company’s sole obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing, at the company’s sole discretion, any product shown to be defective.

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