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NFPA 10 |
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Inspection |
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4-3.1 |
Fire extinguishers shall be
inspected when initially placed in service and
thereafter at approximately 30-day intervals. |
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Maintenance |
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4-4.1 |
Fire extinguishers shall be
subjected to maintenance at intervals of not more
than 1 year, at the time of hydrostatic test, or
when specifically indicated by an inspection. |
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6-Year Maintenance |
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4-4.3 |
Every 6 years, stored-pressure fire
extinguishers that require a 12-year hydrostatic
test shall be emptied and subjected to the
applicable maintenance procedures. |
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Hydrostatic Test |
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5-2 |
Refer to Table 5-2. |
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Pressurized Water |
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5 Years |
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Wetting Agent(s) |
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5 Years |
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AFFF Foam |
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5 Years |
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FFFP Foam |
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5 Years |
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Carbon Dioxide (CO2) |
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5 Years |
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Dry Chemical(s) |
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12 Years |
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Halogenated Agent(s) |
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12 Years |
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Hose Conductivity Testing |
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4-4.1.2 |
A conductivity test shall be
conducted annually on all carbon dioxide hose
assemblies. |
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