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- Page 1 Operating Safety Instructions v3.4_EN VdS approved extinguishing technology Automatic Miniature Fire Extinguishing - AMFE™ Series...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
12.1 Storage of the S-AMFE and R-AMFE initiation heads ..............26 12.2 Storage of the filled extinguishing agent cylinders ..............27 13. Disclaimer ............................27 The AMFE is a JOB Group product protected by patent in many countries. Version 3.4. EN (März 2025) page 2... -
Page 3: Preamble
The AMFE is an industrial product that must be handled with care. BEFORE working with the AMFE series, these operating instructions and safety instructions must be read and understood by all persons who work with, maintain, install or handle the AMFE (e.g. -
Page 4: Product Description
Die AMFE (short for “Automatic Miniature Fire Extinguisher”) is an independent, thermally initiating fire extinguishing system. The integrated and certified sprinkler bulbs (made by JOB) burst when a defined temperature is exceeded, thus activating a spring mechanism, which opens the cylinder containing the extinguishing agent. - Page 5 Operating and Safety Instructions - AMFE series The AMFE series currently comprises three product versions: AMFE, S-AMFE and R-AMFE: Also included in the VdS approval is the combination of AMFE with pressure sensor, as this enables permanent pressure loss monitoring.
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Page 6: Amfe
Operating and Safety Instructions - AMFE series The AMFE extinguishing unit always consists of an initiation head and a directly attached extinguishing agent cartridge, without or with pressure sensor or gauge. For fastening at the place of destination, one or more fastening clips are needed (see Chapter 7.3 , Page 22). -
Page 7: S-Amfe
Operating and Safety Instructions - AMFE series 3.2 S-AMFE The initiation head of the S-AMFE works with the manufacturer’s billionfold deployed thermobulbs for a precise and reliable temperature detection in case of fire. 57 °C / 135 °F (orange) ... -
Page 8: R-Amfe
The contacts are: Blade terminals, 6.3 mm x 0.3 mm (industry standard) The installed JOB Thermo Bulb features an integrated heating coil that can conduct low-power signal currents (I = 10 mA with U = 24 V). The R-AMFE is working as an S-AMFE here (see chapter 3.2 S-AMFE). - Page 9 Typical (simplified) functional example*: * For more R-AMFE wiring examples, please contact your JOB AMFE partner or the manufacturer (providing your application details). The R-AMFE’s electrical properties are: ...
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Page 10: Amfe Series Extinguishing Agent Cartridges
Each cartridge contains a defined minimum quantity of FK-5-1-12 extinguishing agent and approx. 10 percent by volume of compressed nitrogen as propellant (P= ~33 bar @20°C +/-3bar). The extinguishing agent cartridges may only be used in conjunction with the JOB S-AMFE and R- AMFE heads. -
Page 11: Version With Gauge
Operating and Safety Instructions - AMFE series In addition to this quality label, the extinguishing agent cartridges have an imprint showing, among others, the unique serial number (e.g. L0786345) and information on the cartridge itself. The technical data of the cartridges with gauge are listed in Annex “Drawings”. -
Page 12: Version With Electronic Pressure Monitoring (Cable)
Operating and Safety Instructions - AMFE series heated up to this temperature range (recommended: t ≥ 30 min) as otherwise the pressure Waiting time indicator is not meaningful. If the displayed value is below the green range in the temperature range specified above (15°C–30°C), the extinguishing agent cartridge must not be further operated and must... - Page 13 Operating and Safety Instructions - AMFE series Wires: 3 x 0.14 mm² Cable diameter: 4.3 mm Cable length: Measuring range: 0 … 60 bar (max. double overload capacity) Auxiliary voltage: 8 … 30 V DC ...
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Page 14: Version With Electronic Pressure Monitoring (Plug)
Operating and Safety Instructions - AMFE series Checking the pressure in the sense of a maintenance check can only be done at room temperature as with higher temperatures (that must be within the system limits) the pressure indicator will display higher values than in the normal value range. -
Page 15: Intended Use
(e.g. VdS3518, DGUV Information 205-026)! Image: Extinguishing solutions – Market overview Some typical applications for the AMFE series are: Vending machines (e.g. in halls or escape routes) Production equipment, industrial equipment, including mobile equipment Switchgears and fuse boxes ... -
Page 16: Extinguishing Agent And Amfe Dimensioning
Operating and Safety Instructions - AMFE series Train and Railway equipment Medientechnik / Digital Signage The AMFE cannot be used to protect entire rooms! It must only be used to protect small enclosed equipment of any kind. The S-AMFE/R-AMFE is intendedly operated with voltages lower than 60 V DC (U = 24 V AC). - Page 17 Operating and Safety Instructions - AMFE series The ambient temperature within the equipment or cabinet to be protected must not permanently exceed 50°C/122°F! For the version with manometer, the permanent ambient temperature must not exceed 60°C! When calculating the required quantity of extinguishing agent (cylinder size) for a specific application, all applicable regulations and guidelines must be complied with.
- Page 18 Operating and Safety Instructions - AMFE series The following table shows the sizes of extinguishing agent cylinders available as standard from the manufacturer with the minimum quantities of FK-5-1-12 contained: Cylinder dimensions without AMFE/S-AMFE head Bracket FK-5-1-12 min. content Recommended...
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Page 19: Installation Guidelines
Medium-strong screw-lock adhesive (JOB recommends Loctite 243) Cleaning agent (to be used before applying the Loctite 243) Simple SW15 open-jaw wrench assembly tool (not provided by JOB): Assembly steps: 1. Use the cleaning agent to optimally clean the threads of both ends, cylinder and the AMFE (inner side). -
Page 20: Installation Direction Of The Amfe With Fk-5-1-12 Cylinder
Operating and Safety Instructions - AMFE series 3. Clamp the cylinder with the extinguishing agent into the open-jaw wrench assembly tool and screw the AMFE head onto the cylinder thread by hand. Use the open-jaw wrench to tighten the AMFE head onto the cylinder (see picture). - Page 21 Operating and Safety Instructions - AMFE series The usual installation positions in the equipment are the following: With the FK-5-1-12 cylinders, it is particularly important to install them in such a way that the propellant gas nitrogen N2 can quickly and completely push the extinguishing agent out of the cylinder.
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Page 22: Recommended Brackets For Assembly
Operating and Safety Instructions - AMFE series With deviating installation positions, the proper and complete escape of the extinguishing agent (and thus the available quantity of extinguishing agent in case of fire) is not ensured! 7.3 Recommended brackets for assembly... -
Page 23: Dimensions And Weights
Operating and Safety Instructions - AMFE series For more demanding applications - strong and permanent vibrations and where high impact resistance is required (e.g. in mobile applications such as shipping, rail and automotive applications as well as semi-mobile equipment and systems). - Page 24 Operating and Safety Instructions - AMFE series After production and quality control, each cylinder is provided with a sticker (or imprint) on which the exact total weight (without release head) of the filled extinguishing agent cylinder including valve and, if applicable, gauge or sensor is listed. Details can be found in the “Maintenance”...
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Page 25: Maintenance And Inspection
Operating and Safety Instructions - AMFE series 9. Maintenance and inspection The S/R-AMFE is low-maintenance as long as it is operated in accordance with the regulations and instructions in this manual. The extinguishing agent cylinders are tightly closed at the factory and remain in this state during normal use. -
Page 26: Refilling The Extinguishing Agent Cylinders / Recycling
(see chapter 4), it must be replaced! 11. Refilling the extinguishing agent cylinders / recycling The AMFE series extinguishing agent cylinders are designed for single use only. They contain a unique serial number with traceability information. The cylinders cannot be refilled after initiation. -
Page 27: Storage Of The Filled Extinguishing Agent Cylinders
Dry place, protected against direct sunlight, no condensation Maximum temperature: T = 0°C/32°F … +40°C/105°F Protected from strong vibrations (in original packaging if possible) 13. Disclaimer The AMFE series products are developed and sold by: Version 3.4. EN (März 2025) page 27... - Page 28 Operating and Safety Instructions - AMFE series The AMFE series is “MADE IN GERMANY”, and manufactured and continuously refined in accordance with the applicable local laws and regulations. NOVEC™ is a registered trademark owned by the 3M™ Cooperation. AMFE is protected by patent in many countries.
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