FirePro Gaseous Aerosol systems for 4WD&
small articulated vehicles
Vehicle Fire Suppression System
OPERATORS MANUAL
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Table of Contents
Description and Photos of Installed System
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General Operations
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Activation
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Component description
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Electrical Wiring Diagram
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System Maintenance
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MSDS extract
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DESCRIPTION AND PHOTOS OF INSTALLED SYSTEM
Overview
Photos showing the approximate location of the components of the Fire Suppression
System. Fire Suppression system is only in the engine compartment and can be
MANUALLY & AUTOMATICALLY ACTIVATED.
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GENERAL OPERATIONS
1. The Amerex FIP (fire indicator panel) Part #
17311 incorporatesThe Modular Control Panel III is designed specifically for
rugged Vehicle System use. The Control Panel provides
electrical supervision of the Power, Detection, Pressure
Switch and Releasing circuits. The Control Panel features
visual LED system status indicators, a silence-able audible
alarm, an adjustable time delayed relay circuit. The relay
circuit includes both closed and open contacts which
transfer at the end of the time delay period. This contact transfer delay is programmable via the front
panel and is adjustable from 0-15 seconds. The relay may be used for vehicle shutdown, auxiliary alarm,
or fuel pump shutoff. The Test Button verifies LED, audible and relay functions. Pressing the Test button
illuminates all LED’s, sounds the audible alarm and begins the relay timer countdown. In the event of a
Fire condition, the audible alarm will sound, the red Fire LED will illuminate and the relay timer begins
countdown. The Control Panel is FM Approved and CE Type approved for use with Vehicle Fire
Suppression Systems.
FEATURES
• Rugged Glass Filled Nylon Weather tight Enclosure
• Steel Reinforced Mounting Feet for #10 Hardware
• Tactile Feel Control Switches
• Push to Test Visual/Audible verification
• Wide Viewing Angle LED’s
• Supervises All Electrical Circuits
• Audible Alarm with Silence Switch
• Vibration resistant Detection Circuit
• Spot Thermal & Linear Detection Compatible
• Diagnostic Flash Codes for Trouble Condition Identification
• Pulsed Audible Alarm for Trouble Condition Indication
• Detection Zone Alarm Indication
• Programmable Shutdown Relay
• 10 to 30 VDC Operating Voltage
• Resistant to EMI/RFI
• FM approved, CE Type Approved
BENEFITS
• Provides 24-hour Fire Suppression
Capability
• Provides Supervision of all electrical
circuits
• Relay output available for vehicle
shutdown, external alarm or other
electrical device
• Low Power Consumption
• Easy installation & Maintenance
• Provides fire suppression capabilities
from –40° F to +158° F
See additional addendum of complete operation of the 17311 FIP.
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2. FirePro Aerosol Generators –
METHOD OF FIRE FIGHTING - All FirePro Fire Extinguishing Aerosol Generators use
the latest generation SBK solid compound. Upon activation the solid compound is
transformed into a rapidly expanding, highly efficient gas, based on Potassium salts.
It does not deplete oxygen levels. Its built-in fail-safe activation system ensures
operation of the generators when required, even if everything else fails. At 300⁰C
the SBK block changes to potassium based gas to extinguish the fire.
Ozone Depletion Potential (O.D.P.) = 0
Atmospheric Life Time (A.L.T.) = 0
Global Warming Potential (G.W.P.) = 0
Non-corrosive & Non-toxic
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ACTIVATION – Should the system be activated :1. Evacuate all personel from the vehicle cabin as soon as possible after
the activation button is pressed.
2. Do not open bonnet.
3. Keep the FirePro supression gas within the risk until the fire is
extinguished and
4. Do not start enginee until the fire is extinguished – otherwise the gas
will escape and could allow the fire to re-ignite.
5. System will remain in fault until generators are replaced.
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COMPONENT DESCRIPTION – All components shown here:
Control Panel – Automatic System
Amerex 17311 UL & FM approved fire panel c/w
battery back up, waterproof, surface mounted.
FirePro FP-100S or 200S Aerosol generators
-2 Units installed with 316SS marine grade bracket.
One FP-100 is fitted with a thermal fuse for System
Discharged contacts to panel
Under Bonnet Linear Detection. 180⁰C
operation.
Vehicle engine shut down relay on system discharge
with override switch on the FIP so that engine can
be restarted in emergencies
Relay system shut down
FP-9400 External mounted system IP65
activation switch
Internal mounted activation switch
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- Control Panel (Part No 17311)
NOTE -For a complete overview of the 17311 panel installed see the attached manual –
Modular Circuit Monitor III Modular Control Panel III
Installation, Operation, and Instruction Manual P/N 19680 – November 2009
2. - Linear Thermal Detector –
The Amerex Linear Heat Detector (ALHD) consists of two steel conductors inside a heat sensitive insulated wiring
harness. The two internal steel conductors are twisted into a spring loaded normally open condition. When
heated to a specific pre-determined temperature, the external conductor jackets will melt, causing the conductors
to short together and close the circuit. A linear detection interface module (p/n 18303) allows the detector to be
connected into the green color coded detection circuit downstream of a spot heat detector, manual actuation
button or a combination of the two. The linear heat detector can be used as a standalone detector as well (Note:
Remember that at least one method of manually activating the fire suppression system has to be installed). A 2200
Ohm end of line resistor is built into a linear detection EOL module (p/n 18304) that is to be installed at the end of
the linear heat detector circuit. The end of line resistor allows a small current to flow through the hazard circuit so
that the system circuit monitor/control panel can supervise the entire circuit.
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3. - Power Supply Lead- Power Supply Lead, Modular (Item 9): The power supply lead is used to
bring electrical power from the vehicle battery to the circuit monitoring and control panels. This assembly is
constructed of 16 gauge, two conductor, abrasion resistant jacketed wire, assembled to a fuse holder and
terminated with two 3/8" (9.5 mm) ID. round eye battery connection terminals on one end. The other end has an
Amerex click lock connector for connection to the mating connector at the circuit monitor or control panel. The
fuse holder is of a weatherproof rubber construction and is equipped with a rubber retaining loop. A 10 amp, spade
type fast acting fuse is provided in the fuse holder for protection of the control panels and the related circuits.
WARNING: USE OF THE AMEREX SUPPLIED POWER LEAD IS CRITICAL TO PROPER
FUNCTIONING AND PROTECTION OF ALL SYSTEM ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS. USE OF
POWER SUPPLY LEADS OTHER THAN OF AMEREX MANUFACTURE OR USE OF A FUSE OTHER
THAN THE TYPE AND RATING SPECIFICALLY SPECIFIED IN THIS MANUAL VOIDS AMEREX
WARRANTY ON ALL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM COMPONENTS.
4. - Manual Actuation Switch: All installations require at least one Manual Actuation Switch P/N
14053. Multiple Manual Actuation Switches may be used if more than one manual actuation station is required. To
use the switch, the operator pulls out the safety ring pin breaking the plastic lock wire seal, and presses the red
“FIRE” button. This action provides electrical power to the Electrical Actuator, which then discharges the fire
extinguishing system. NOTE: Plastic lock wire seal included.
5. - Engine Shutdown Feature:
WARNING: IF THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN CONFIGURED FOR ENGINE SHUTDOWN, ALL
POTENTIAL OPERATORS MUST BE TRAINED IN SAFETY PROCEDURES TO BE TAKEN
IN THE EVENT OF LOSS OF POWER AND/OR STEERING AND BRAKES. ONCE A FIRE
CONDITION IS DETECTED, THE RELAY TIMER “PUSH TO DELAY” BUTTON ON THE
PANEL MAY BE PRESSED AS MANY TIMES AS NEEDED TO DELAY ENGINE
SHUTDOWN AND ALLOW MORE TIME TO BRING THE VEHICLE TO A SAFE AND
CONTROLLED STOP. THE RELAY TIMER LED ILLUMINATES JUST BEFORE THE TIMER
REACHES ZERO. OPERATORS SHOULD ALSO REALIZE THAT PUSHING THE “DELAY”
BUTTON WILL NOT DELAY DISCHARGE OF THE FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM
EXTINGUISHERS. ALL POTENTIAL OPERATORS MUST BE TRAINED THOROUGHLY IN
THE USE OF THIS FEATURE.
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6. - System Components
Equipment List:
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
FP-100S includes system activated thermal fuse complete with Bracket mount to face battery.
FP-100S complete with bracket – mount to face Turbo / Fuel Supply.
Linear Thermal Detector – water resistant 180⁰C fixed temperature.
Internal Cabin Manual Activation Switch
Control Panel – Model 17311 bottom entry water proof panel.
Power supply cable – connect direct to battery terminals.
External System Discharge Switch.
Junction Box mounted on engine fire wall.
Engine Shutdown cable.
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Electrical Diagram
NOTE – All cables running through the fire wall to the engine
compartment must be kept separate from any radio equipment
signalling device cables to avoid RF induction.
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SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
To ensure that your FirePro system will operate as designed, you need to ensure that as a minimum –
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the Firepro generators are inspected on an annual basis
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FIP (fire indicator panel) is inspected monthly
Firepro Generators - Maintenance and Inspection
During the period that the FirePro® units are in use the following inspections and maintenance procedures must be
carried out.
Inspection
Logbook
Expected Life
FirePro® Aerosol Generators to ensure that they are free from dust and other debris.
Periodic inspection of the metal container (see life) of the solid extinguishing agent must
be carried out to check whether the material is intact or has been damaged by
chemically aggressive materials or corrosion.
Mounting Brackets and Bolts All the metal brackets and connecting bolts must also be
inspected and tightened.
Update the logbook
A - 3 years with inspection every three months for very aggressive chemical
environments
B - 5 years with inspection every six months for aggressive chemical environments
C - 10 years with an inspection every year for commercial and industrial environments
D - 15 years with an inspection every year for offices, computer centers, shopping
centers, environments with air conditioning
The installation should be maintained by an accredited person and a logbook must be kept, recording all the
relevant events concerning the installation
Maintenance procedures for Electrical detection Installations
Monthly testing of the FIP must be carried out to check that the internal electrical circuit of the panel is intact. All
the electrical wires and connections of the FirePro® units to the control panel or the switch must also be tested and
checked. Cabling to the detectors & generators are checked & connection in good order.
Service the detection network. (Automatic system installations only). Also clean the Circuit Monitor or Control
Panel to remove dirt, grease and foreign material. Linear Detection Cable may be pressure washed. Control Panel
surfaces should be cleaned with a damp cloth and mild soap and water solution. Check thermostats for dents,
punctures, or other damage. Thermostats must not be painted. Replace if damaged or painted. Check all exposed
wiring for cuts, abrasion, or heat damage. Check power supply (battery) connections for tightness and wire fatigue.
Check that all other wiring connections are tight and sealed from the weather. Correct any deficiencies discovered.
Test the detection network. Unplug the electric actuator and attach it to the Alarm Test Module, Part No FP-8800.
Check that the reset button on the alarm module is depressed. When the alarm test module is connected, the
control panel should indicate a normal condition. Only the green "System OK" LED should be illuminated. Test the
function of each spot thermostat. Hold an electric heat gun or other suitable heat source near the spot thermostat
until the contacts close. Do not use an uncontrolled heat source such as a torch as thermostats may be
permanently damaged! Check each Manual Actuation Switch by pressing and releasing. The Control Panel must go
into alarm when each Manual Actuation Switch is pressed.
Warning: Do not perform this test on the system if the FirePro Generators are connected. System discharge
will result.
Logbook
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The logbook contains the items required that give a picture and provide for the recording of various things during
the life of the installation. In the logbook you will find the following:
Content of logbook:
General details
Devices used
Date of each Inspection
Comments re outcome of each inspection
In the appendices of the Logbook:
Schematic diagrams
Photos of the Original FirePro Installation
Inspection reports
This is an EXTRACT ONLY from the full MSDS.
The MSDS is prepared by Chemwatch - to view the full MSDS go to
www.chemwatch.com.au.
Issue Date: 29-Jun-2010
CHEMWATCH 4697-26 NC317TCP
Version No:2.0 CD 2010/1
CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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PRODUCT NAME
PROPER SHIPPING NAME
PRODUCT USE
CELANOVA FIREPRO
OXIDIZING SOLID, N.O.S.(contains potassium nitrate)
Fire extinguishing agent.
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. DANGEROUS GOODS. According to NOHSC Criteria, and ADG Code.
POISONS SCHEDULE - None
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RISK
Contact with combustible material may cause
fire.
Harmful if swallowed
Irritating to eyes and skin.
May cause SENSITISATION by skin contact.
Harmful to aquatic organisms may cause longadverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Cumulative effects may result following
exposure
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SAFETY
Keep away from combustible material
Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before
use.
To clean the floor and all objects contaminated by
this material use water and detergent.
Keep away from food drink and animal feeding stuffs.
In case of contact with eyes rinse with plenty term of
water and contact Doctor or Poisons Information
Centre.
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• May produce discomfort of the respiratory.
system*
• Possible respiratory sensitiser*.
• May possibly affect fertility*.* (limited
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• . If swallowed IMMEDIATELY contact Doctor or.
Poisons Information Centre (show this container or
label).
• This material and its container must be disposed. of
as hazardous waste.
COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
NAME
Potassium Nitrate
Potassium Carbonate
Bisphenol A/ Epichlorohydrin Resin
Magnesium
CAS RN
7757-79-1
584-08-7
25068-38-6
7439-95-4
%
77
4
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FIRST AID MEASURES
SWALLOWED • If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting.
EYE
SKIN
INHALED
• If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down position, if
possible) to maintain open airway and prevent aspiration.
• Observe the patient carefully.
• Never give liquid to a person showing signs of being sleepy or with reduced awareness;
i.e. becoming unconscious.
• Give water to rinse out mouth, then provide liquid slowly and as much as casualty can
comfortably drink.
• Seek medical advice.
• If this product comes in contact with the eyes:
• Wash out immediately with fresh running water.
• Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from eye and
moving the eyelids by occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.
• Seek medical attention without delay; if pain persists or recurs seek medical attention.
• Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by skilled
personnel.
• If skin contact occurs:
• Immediately remove all contaminated clothing, including footwear.
• Flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available).
• Seek medical attention in event of irritation.
• If dust is inhaled, remove from contaminated area.
• Encourage patient to blow nose to ensure clear passage of breathing.
• If irritation or discomfort persists seek medical attention.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN
Symptoms of vasodilation and reflex tachycardia may present following organic nitrate overdose; most organic
nitrates are extensively metabolised by hydrolysis to inorganic nitrites. Organic nitrates and nitrites are readily
absorbed through the skin, lungs, mucosa and gastro-intestinal tract.
The toxicity of nitrates and nitrites result from their vasodilating properties and their propensity to form
methaemoglobin.
• Most produce a peak effect within 30 minutes.
• Clinical signs of cyanosis appear before other symptoms because of the dark pigmentation of
methaemoglobin.
• Initial attention should be directed towards improving oxygen delivery, with assisted ventilation, if
necessary. Hyperbaric oxygen has not demonstrated conclusive benefits.
• Institute cardiac monitoring, especially in patients with coronary artery or pulmonary disease.
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Hypotension should respond to Trendelenburg's position and intravenous fluids; otherwise dopamine may
be needed.
Naloxone, glucose and thiamine should be given if ingestion is suspected.
Decontaminate using Ipecac Syrup for alert patients or lavage for obtunded patients who present within 24 hours of ingestion.
Symptomatic patients with methaemoglobin levels over 30% should receive methylene blue. (Cyanosis
alone is not an indication for treatment). The usual dose is 1-2 mg/kg of a 1% solution (10 mg/ml) IV over 5
minutes; repeat, using the same dose if symptoms of hypoxia fail to subside within 1 hour.
Ellenhorn and Barceloux: Medical Toxicology]
BIOLOGICAL EXPOSURE INDEX - BEI
These represent the determinants observed in specimens collected from a healthy worker who has been exposed
at the Exposure Standard (ES or TLV):
Determinant 1
Index
Sampling Time
Comments
Methaemoglobin in blood
1.5% of haemoglobin
During or end of shift
B, NS, SQ
B: Background levels occur in specimens collected from subjects NOT exposed
NS: Non-specific determinant; also observed after exposure to other materials
SQ: Semi-quantitative determinant - Interpretation may be ambiguous; should be used as a screening test
or confirmatory test
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