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TM 07661B-14/1
APPENDIX A
(2)
Lift the fire extinguisher with either a forklift or crane and sling. Remember that the fire extinguisher
weighs approximately 2475 pounds, the remote hose cart approximately 455 pounds. The preferred method, when using
a crane (or helicopter) is to lift the unit by the four lifting eyes on the skid frame. When hoisting the fire extinguisher the
lateral and longitudinal centers of gravity must be used to center the extinguisher. Figure 1-4 illustrates the extinguishers
center of gravity markings. The longitudinal axis CG is located approximately midway between the openings provided
for forklift tines, and is given for both charged and uncharged conditions. The lateral axis CG falls at the approximate
center of the frame.
b.
Unpacking.
(1)
Remove all loose equipment from the fire extinguisher. Loose equipment consists of:
(a)
Funnel.
(b)
Six-gallon plastic container of AFFF concentrate.
(c)
Copy of this manual.
(2)
Cut four bands securing cart to pallet and then remove cart.
(3)
Release brake (2, figure 2-6) and completely unwind hose from fire extinguisher hose reel. Remove the
plastic protective covering from the hose. Rewind hose on hose reel. Tighten hose reel brake.
(4)
Release brake (7, figure 1-3) and completely unwind hose from remote hose reel cart. Remove the plastic
protective covering from the hose. Rewind hose on hose reel. Tighten hose reel brake.
A 1-8. INSTALLATION.
a.
General. The Model 450PKP/100AFFF03638MC fire extinguisher is designed for either portable or stationary
use. The most common installation will be the stationary mode, where the fire extinguisher is intended to fight berm
fires, with additional reach provided by the portable remote hose reel.
b.
Portable Mode. For portable use, the fire extinguisher may be secured to a truck, a tractor or other vehicle with
u-bolts. Refer to figure 1-5 for proper installation.
c.
Stationary Mode.
(1)
The fire extinguisher design provides for a wide selection of sites when used in the stationary mode.
Precise leveling of the unit is not required.
(2)
Refer to figure 1-6 for recommended locations with respect to bulk fuel tanks and remote hose cart to
provide safety of operation and maximum effectiveness.
(3)
Space requirements for the fire extinguisher present no problems for base. or field operations. A review of
the units dimensions in table 1-1 will indicate only a limited area is used. With the exception of
A 1-15
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