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Fogmaker
Universal
10 Effects of Activation
In normal circumstances, Fogmaker
Universal does not affect the function of engines. If extinguishant
should be sucked into the air intake of the engine, this normally does not affect the performance. You
may, however, experience difficulties starting diesel engines since the incoming extinguishant contains
water. Please note that the extinguishant can cause corrosion damage if the engine is not restarted
shortly after a fire. As a precaution, pour a little oil into the cylinders and run the starter engine for a
few seconds. The function of the electrical system can be affected by the saline solution of the
extinguishant, resulting in unwanted flashovers if the system is not cleaned as soon as possible. After
removing the cause of fire and cleaning the protected equipment you can begin using it again, provided
the fire itself has not caused any damage which must be repaired first.
10.1 Restoring the Function of Fogmaker Universal after Extinction
When Fogmaker
Universal has been used, the cylinder must be refilled with extinguishant. This should
be done at an authorized service station.
Take the following steps when Fogmaker is dismantled for maintenance and service:
1.
Unfasten the coupling between the release valve and the hose that connects the
cylinder to the piping.
2.
Disconnect the pull-cable(s) from the release valve.
3.
Remove the cylinder from its assembly fitting and bring it to an authorized service
station for checking and refilling.
4.
Remove the nozzles and flush the system using a mixture of water and rinsing fluid
(rinsing fluid and tools for this purpose can be ordered from Fogmaker). When this
has been done you should blow the pipes clean with compressed air
5.
Rinse the nozzles under running water and blow them clean using compressed air.
6.
Check the O-ring packing on the nozzle. Replace if required.
7.
Reinstall the nozzles.
8.
Clean and reinstall the protective hoods on the nozzles, or fit new hoods.
When the cylinder has been refilled, reinstall it using the same procedure as when you first installated it.
11 Winter Storage
Since the extinguishant of Fogmaker
Universal contains water, it normally includes an anti-freeze
agent for temperatures down to about -35°C, if nothing else has been agreed.
If Fogmaker
Universal is installed in an unheated space under winter conditions where the temperature
might fall below the freeze protection limit, the extinguisher must be removed for the winter.
Dismantling is done in the same way as after a fire (section 10.1). If the cylinder has not been
activated, you must first secure it with the safety screw.
WARNING
When dismantling a cylinder that has not been discharged, you must fasten the safety screw (7)
before disconnecting the piping and activation device. Insert the safety plug into the valve outlet
before the fire extinguisher is removed from the vehicle or filled/serviced on location.
Fogmaker
Universal, User Manual, Page 18 (20)
User Manual
Fogmaker
Universal
1. Extinguishant Cylinder
1.1 General Description (Fig. 1)
The cylinder (1) of Fogmaker 33 is made from extruded aluminum alloy. It has been anodised to about
20 my, which makes it extremely resistant to corrosion even in very demanding environments, for
example exposure to saline sea air. The bottom of the cylinder is equipped with a refilling valve (2) for
driving gas. The lid is equipped with a refilling valve (3) for extinguishant, release valve (4), valve outlet
with safety plug (5), pressure gauge (6), transport safety screw (7), detector gas connector (8) and power
inlet for an electrical extinguisher (9). The installation kit includes an assembly fitting (10) and
fastening clamps (11). Fogmaker
Universal is also available in a double-assembled model. Fogmaker
Universal 66, 80 (Fig. 1D).
WARNING
It is strictly forbidden for unauthorized personnel to tamper with the valve or lid of a pressurised
cylinder. This may release the pressure of the cylinder and cause serious injury to a person. You
must not remove the safety screw (7) until the installation has been completed!
3
5
6
7
4
Fig. 1 B
8
Fig. 1 C
9
Fogmaker
Universal, User Manual, Page 3 (20)
User Manual
Fig. 1
Fogmaker Universal
22, 33 and 40
11
1
10
Fig. 1 D
2
12
Fogmaker Universal
66 and 80
Edition 2002
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