Rusoh Eliminator Quick User Manual

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Brand: Rusoh
Category: Fire Extinguisher
Model: Eliminator (Quick User Manual)
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Yellow tamper seal

Red CO2 cartridge gasket Hinged door in open position ©2017 Rusoh, Inc. Printed in China Form 76-379B •� After each use, the Eliminator™�fire�extinguisher�must�be�reloaded�with�a� new�CO2�cartridge�and�a�new�agent�cartridge.� •� Watch�the�Reloading�Procedure�video�at�www.rusoh.com�and�read�this� procedure�before�reloading�the�extinguisher. •� Refer�to�the�Owner’s�Manual�for�installation,�operation,�30-day�inspection,� annual�inspection,�and�warranty�information. SelF SeRvice, Multi-PuRPoSe, ReloAdABle dRy cheMicAl FiRe extinguiSheR For�Reloading�Model�Number SelF SeRvice 0930001 with�Reload�Kit�85-994 getting AcquAinted The�reloading�kit�contains�a�replacement�agent�cartridge�and�a�special�cap� that�holds�the�replacement�CO2�cartridge�(Fig.�A).�The�agent�cartridge�is� fully�loaded�with�the�dry�chemical�extinguishing�agent.�A�white�dust�gasket,�a� yellow�tamper�seal,�and�a�spare�red�CO2�cartridge�gasket�are�located�under� the�cap’s�hinged�door�(Fig.�B).� iMPoRtAnt:�Wrench�set,�PN�81-500,�is�required�for�this�procedure.� To�order,�visit�rusoh.com. SAve thiS ReloAding PRoceduRe FoR FutuRe ReFeRence.

Rusoh™ fluffing wheel

Instruction label Cartridge cover Tag loop Handle Alignment rib Alignment marking Lock ReloAding PRoceduRe • cAution! Protective�eyewear�is�recommended�when�performing�the� reloading�procedure. •� Important:�The�Reloading�Procedure�must�be�performed�by�an� individual�who�has�read�these�instructions�and�watched�the�Reloading� Procedure�video�at�www.rusoh.com. •� CautIon!�Failure�to�comply�with�the�Eliminator™�Reloading�Procedure� will�void�the�warranty�and�may�result�in�property�damage�and/or�bodily� harm. Reload only with the genuine eliminator™ Reloading Kit for your eliminator™ model number. •� note: The agent cartridge contains 6 pounds of Eliminator™�multi-purpose�dry� chemical�extinguishing�agent�that�includes�monoammonium�phosphate,�mica,�talc,� and�amorphous�silica�(HMIS�1-0-0).�The�extinguishing�agent�is�nontoxic.� •� note: The co2 cartridge�is�a�removable�component�filled�with�compressed�liquid� CO2�(HMIS�1-0-3).� Refer�to�www.rusoh.com�for�the�Safety�Data�Sheets�(SDS)�for�these�components. dAngeR! •�CO2�cartridge�is�under�high�pressure.�Do�not�puncture�or�damage�CO2�cartridge. •�Do�not�heat�or�locate�CO2�cartridge�near�a�heat�source,�such�as�an�engine�or� stove. •�Discharge�from�CO2�cartridge�is�very�cold�and�can�cause�frostbite.

SteP 1 Prepare your work area.

Place�drop�cloths,�or�other�protective�covering,�in�the�area�where�you�will�be� performing�the�reload�procedure.�� SteP 2 Confirm extinguisher is not pressurized. WARning!�Before�removing�CO2�cartridge,�verify�that�extinguisher�is� not�pressurized.�Aim�nozzle�upwards�into�a�large�garbage�bag.�Then�slowly� squeeze�the�hose�valve�lever.�Valve�lever�should�be�easy�to�squeeze�and� should�return�to�original�position.�Replace�valve�assembly�if�it�does�not� function as stated. SteP 3 Remove CO2 cartridge. 1. Squeeze�the�ribbed�sides�of�the�red�CO2�cartridge� cover,�and�lift�it�open.�Remove�CO2�cartridge�by� twisting�cartridge�clockwise.�A�strap�wrench�or� adjustable�pliers�may�be�needed�if�the�cartridge�is� snug�(Fig.�D).� note:�The�CO2 cartridge�has�reverse�threads,�so� it turns opposite of normal threaded components. 2. Discard�the�spent�CO2�cartridge�following�the�Disposal�Procedure�on�page�8.� SteP 4 Remove discharge head from agent cartridge. Use the Eliminator™�wrench�set�(sold separately) to loosen�the�discharge�head�from�the�agent�cartridge,�as� described�below: 1. Pull�the�hose�out�of�the�hose�clip�(Fig.�E). 2. Place�the�cartridge�wrench�on�a�level�floor*�with�the� textured�footrest�facing�up.�Set�the�bottom�of�the� extinguisher�onto�the�circular�portion�of�the�wrench. 3. Insert�the�bar�wrench�through�the�handle� opening�of�the�discharge�head�(Fig.�F). 4.�Grasp�both�ends�of�the�bar�wrench�and� place one foot on the footrest. Turn the bar�wrench�counterclockwise�until�the� discharge�head�begins�to�loosen.�Once�it� turns�easily,�the�bar�wrench�is�no�longer� necessary.�Continue�turning�the�discharge� head,�by�hand,�until�it�is�completely� detached�from�the�agent�cartridge. 5.�Discard�the�spent�agent�cartridge�following� the�Disposal�Procedure�on�page�8.�

Inverted discharge head

Sealing surfaces Threads SteP 5 Remove parts from reload kit cap. 1. Slide�the�CO2�cartridge�out�of�the�reload�kit�cap�(see�Fig.�A,�page�1)�and� set�aside�for�Step�10.� 2. Open�the�hinged�door�on�the�reload�cap�(see�Fig.�B,�page�1)�and�remove� the�replacement�tamper�seal,�dust�gasket,�and�red�CO2�cartridge�gasket.� Set�aside�for�future�use.� SteP 6 Clean discharge head and install new dust gasket. 1. Invert�the�discharge�head.�Remove�the�white�silicone�dust�gasket�from�the� center�of�the�discharge�head�(Fig.�G)�and�discard.� 2. Clean the threads and inside sealing�surfaces�(Fig.�G)�with�a� cloth�to�remove�any�extinguishing� agent�residue.�The�sealing� surfaces include the area immediately�below�the�threads�and� the�center�cavity. � In�order�for�the�unit�to�seal�properly,� these�areas�must�be�clean.�If�you� notice�any�caked-on�extinguishing� agent�on�these�surfaces,�use�a� small�brush�to�loosen�it.� 3. Using�compressed�air,�blow�out�the� discharge�head�thoroughly.�While� squeezing�the�valve�lever�(Fig.�C,�page�2)�to�fully�open�the�valve,�blow� air�from�the�center�of�the�discharge�head�through�the�hose�and�valve�and� then�in�the�reverse�direction.�Refer�to�the�Reloading�Procedure�video�at� www.rusoh.com.� 4.�Install�the�new�dust�gasket�in�the�inverted�discharge�head,�as�shown� in�Fig.�G.�Press�around�the�outer�edge�of�the�gasket�so�it�is�securely� positioned. SteP 7 Inspect unit for damage. 1. Visually�inspect�the�discharge�head,�hose,�and�valve�assembly.�If�damage� is�found,�replace�components�per�the�Self�Service�Manual. 2. Check�to�make�sure�the�puncture�lever�is�operating�correctly.�With�the� lock�(Fig.�C,�page�2)�in�the�unlocked�(vertical)�position,�press�down�on�the� puncture�lever�a�few�times�to�ensure�it�moves�freely�and�snaps�back�into� position.

SteP 8 Remove reload kit cap from replacement agent cartridge.

Use the Eliminator™�wrench�set�(sold�separately)�to�loosen�the�reload�kit�cap,� per�the�method�described�below.� iMPoRtAnt:�Always�keep�the�agent� cartridge�on�a�level�surface�to�prevent� extinguishing�agent�from�spilling.� 1. Place�the�cartridge�wrench�with�the� textured�footrest�facing�up.�Set�the� bottom�of�the�replacement�agent� cartridge�onto�the�circular�portion�of� the�wrench.� 2. Insert�the�bar�wrench�in�the�handle� recess�on�the�reload�kit�cap�(Fig.�H). 3. Grasp�both�ends�of�the�bar�wrench� and place one foot on the footrest. Turn�the�bar�wrench�counterclockwise� until�the�cap�begins�to�loosen.�Once� it�turns�easily,�the�bar�wrench�is�no� longer�necessary.�Continue�turning� the�cap,�by�hand,�until�it�is�completely� detached�from�the�agent�cartridge.� Discard�the�cap�in�a�plastic�recycling� receptacle. 4.�Once�the�reload�kit�cap�is�removed,� use�a�small�brush�and�clean�off�any� dry�chemical�on�the�gray�mixing�tube� cover�(Fig.�I).�Then�cut�the�black�band� on�the�bottom�of�the�cover.�Slowly� remove�the�gray�cover�and�discard.�� 5.�Verify�the�two�smaller�red�O-rings� on�the�mixing�tube�and�the�large�red� O-ring�on�the�outer�threads�on�the�replacement�agent�cartridge�(Fig.�I)�are� clean,�well�lubricated,�and�free�of�dry�chemical.� 6. If�the�O-rings�have�any�dry�chemical�on�them,�remove�each�of�the�O-rings� and�wipe�them�off�with�a�dry�cloth.�Once�the�O-rings�are�removed,�clean� the�O-ring�grooves�on�the�agent�cartridge�and�mixing�tube�with�a�dry�cloth� or�small�brush.� 7. If�needed,�relubricate�the�O-rings�and�O-ring�grooves�with�a�generous� amount�of�petroleum�jelly.�Reinstall�the�O-rings�in�their�grooves�on�the� agent�cartridge.�iMPoRtAnt: To�ensure�a�working�fire�extinguisher,�the� O-rings�must�be�properly�seated�in�their�grooves.�Wipe�away�excess� lubrication�on�the�agent�cartridge�and�mixing�tube.

SteP 9 Attach discharge head to new agent cartridge.

WARning!�Do�not�refill�or�reuse�the�agent�cartridge.�It�is�designed�to� be�factory�filled�and�factory�sealed�to�meet�performance�specifications.� uninstalling and then reinstalling the same agent cartridge will void the warranty. 1. For�easier�installation,�apply�a�small�amount�of�petroleum�jelly�to�the� discharge�head�sealing�surfaces�(Fig.�G,�page�4).�Refer�to�the�Reloading� Procedure�video�at�www.rusoh.com. 2. Place�the�discharge�head�on�the�agent�cartridge.�While�holding�onto�the� discharge�head�handle,�turn�the�discharge�head�clockwise�until�snug.� The�turning�resistance�will�become�noticeably�harder�as�the�large�O-ring� begins�to�contact�the�sealing�surface�of�the�discharge�head�(Fig.�G,� page�4).�Use�the�bar�wrench,�if�necessary,�to�fully�tighten�the�unit.�When� correctly�installed,�the�red�alignment�rib�on�the�agent�cartridge�will�be� within�the�red�alignment�marking�on�the�discharge�head�(Fig.�J).� noticE: There�is�a�stop�tab�to� prevent�overrotation.�If�you�feel�the� unit�hit�this�tab,�stop�turning�the� discharge�head.��� 3. Rotate the hose strap so the clip is�aligned�with�the�hose.�Secure� the�hose�by�pushing�it�into�the� clip until it snaps into position. For�compact�storage,�grasp�the� hose�with�one�hand�and�the�valve� with�the�other�and�rotate�the�valve� counterclockwise�until�the�valve� lever�faces�the�wall. SteP 10 Install new CO2 cartridge. 1. Ensure�lock�is�in�the�locked�(horizontal)� position�(Fig.�L,�page�7). 2. Lift�up�red�CO2�cartridge�cover.�Use�a� flashlight�to�verify�the�red�CO2�cartridge� gasket�is�in�place�in�bottom�of�threaded� opening�(Fig.�K).� � If�it�is�missing,�insert�replacement�gasket� from�reload�cap�(Fig.�B,�page�1).�Use� a�needle�nose�pliers�to�gently�pick�up�

normal threaded components.

4.�If�extinguisher�will�be�mounted�in�bracket�PN�40-393�or�PN�40-404,�use�a� strap�wrench�to�turn�the�CO2�cartridge�an�additional�¼�turn�past�hand�tight. 5.�Close�red�cover.� SteP 11 Install new tamper seal. Position�the�new�tamper�seal�so� the�text�is�right�side�up�and�the� snap�hooks�align�with�the�lock� openings.�Using�two�fingers,� gently�press�the�tamper�seal� arrows�(Fig.�L)�until�the�seal�locks� into�position�on�both�sides�of�the� lock. SteP 12 Fluff the agent cartridge. Invert�the�extinguisher.�Turn�the�Rusoh™ wheel�(Fig.�M)�on�the�bottom�of�the�unit� back�and�forth�several�times�until�it�turns� freely.�Then�turn�the�wheel�about�three�full� rotations.�The�wheel�should�turn�smoothly.

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8 eliMinAtoR™ diSPoSAl PRoceduRe dAngeR! If�extinguisher�is�damaged�and�has�not�been�discharged,�do� NOT�pressurize�unit�or�puncture�CO2�cartridge.� iMPoRtAnt:�Disposal�must�be�performed�in�strict�compliance�with�state� and�local�waste�disposal�policies.�Please�contact�your�local�waste�disposal� center,�recycling�center,�hazardous�waste�authorities,�or�the�Rusoh�Customer� Service�Department�at�1-800-318-2944�for�details.�You�can�also�search� Earth911.com�for�a�recycling�solution�near�you.�do not dispose of the eliminator™�fire�extinguisher�in�a�regular�trash�receptacle. 1. If the Eliminator™�has�been�used�and�is�undamaged,�take�it�outside�to� verify�that�it�has�been�fully�discharged.�Follow�the�T-P-A-S-S�instructions� in�your�Owner’s�Manual,�even�if�you�believe�that�you�have�previously� discharged�the�unit.�Aim�the�discharge�near�trees�or�bushes�that�have�a� higher�resistance�to�acidic-type�fertilizer.�Avoid�flowers�and�grasses.� 2. Remove�the�CO2�cartridge�from�the�Eliminator™�discharge�head�and� confirm�that�it�is�punctured.�If�it�is�not,�return�cartridge�to�the�unit�and� repeat�the�discharge�procedure�outlined�in�step�1�above.� 3. Place�the�punctured�CO2�cartridge�in�any�recycling�bin�that�accepts� metals. 4.�Place�extinguisher�in�a�plastic�recycling�receptacle. cuStoMeR SeRvice inFoRMAtion If�you�have�any�questions�regarding�the�operation�of�your�Eliminator™�fire� extinguisher,�contact�us�by�any�of�these�methods: •� Call�1-800-318-2944�weekdays�8:00�AM�to�4:00�PM�(Central�Time)� •� Email�us�at�[email protected] •� Write:�� RUSOH, Inc. � Customer�Service�Department � 3925�North�Hastings�Way� � Eau�Claire,�WI�54703-3703 See the Self Service Manual for instructions on replacing the hose strap, Rusoh™ wheel, handle assembly, valve assembly, and instruction label.

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