The D1000
Installation and
Service
Version 2.1
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10 Year Maintenance
Hydrostatic testing and new liquid agent, or tank replacement is recommended at ten-year intervals. The man-
ufacture date is stamped on the top of the tank. This should be performed by an authorized technician or at the
manufacturer’s facilities. Material safety data sheets are available from DFP.
Lighting
Illumination is provided by a 60 Watt medium-base shatterproof incandescent light bulb. To replace, make sure
the light switch is in the “o” position, and then gently unscrew the bulb. (Bulb: 60A15/TF)
WARNING: Rubber gloves and safety glasses should be worn during ser-
vice or inspection of the tank. If contact with skin or eyes occurs, ush
immediatly with water for 15 minutes. If irritation persists, contact a physi
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cian. If taken internally, do not induce vomiting. Dilute with water or milk
and contact a physician.
WARNING: If grease build up on the cable is not kept to a minimum, the ca-
ble could become sti and will not discharge the suppressant in the event
of a re.
Removing the Extinguisher Tank
1. Lower the hood to its service position
2. Insert the safety pin in the valve head so that accidental release of the suppressant does not occur.
3. Unlpug the pressure switch wire and move it out of the way for now.
4. Disconnect the discharge hose from its tting located inside the unit closest to the user.
5. Unscrew the two wingnuts holding the bracket for the tank.
6. Lift the tank out of the hood.
7. To replace the tank, simply reverse these steps.
Safety Pin
Discharge Hose
Pressure Gauge
Tank Valve
Pressure Switch
Mounting Bracket