Replacing the pressure bottle....7 - 8 Applying the system......Foam mode selection......Jet gun..........Dual mode gun......... Service and maintain......Legal inspections......Pressure safety......... Technical data........Exploded drawing......Replacement parts......Warranty......... Declaration of conformity....Contact........... Servicing notes......... www.hne.ag MADE IN GERMANY...
This manual will help you to keep operational readiness and lifespan of your HNE-device on highest level and to take full advantage of its technical superiority. Please read it carefully before using the extinguisher for the first time. In case of questions or technical problems, please contact us.
Extinguisher with bottle holder, hose and jet gun • CFRP pressure cylinder, 2 Liter/300 bar • Plastic bottle with foam concentrate, portioned for first filling • Ergonomic backpack, already mounted (optional) • Second bottle holder for breathing apparatus (optional) • www.hne.ag MADE IN GERMANY...
A + B. AFFF 1% optimized for HNE-high pressure technology to achieve superior extinction ratings. For fire class A + B. 63 A Ready-for-use agent with -30° C freeze protection.
Use a suitable container to dispose of it in an environmentally friendly way. We recommend to mark the extinguisher after filling as ready for use. For example, a paper seal can state the date and type of extinguishing agent. www.hne.ag MADE IN GERMANY...
A thin layer of silicon grease on thread and sealing surface increases lifetime and facilitates opening. Screw the lid tightly and turn the vent valve into closed position ( ). Tightening the lid by hand is sufficient. Do not use tools. www.hne.ag MADE IN GERMANY...
The remaining capacity of the air cylinder is still sufficient. Refill or replace the bottle in case of recurrence. Never overfill an air cylinder. Maximum pressure: 300 bar. Use approved pressure bottles of same size only. www.hne.ag MADE IN GERMANY...
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Place a fully pressurized cylinder into the mounting and fix it with the retaining strap. empty full Reconnect the pressure regulator to the new cylinder. To avoid accidental opening and to indicate readiness, we recommend marking the hand wheels of filled cylinders with paper seal. www.hne.ag MADE IN GERMANY...
Take the jet gun from its holding clamp and uncurl triggering lever upward into unlocked position. the hose. The device is now ready for operation. Users must be sufficiently familiar with the device by instruction and training. www.hne.ag MADE IN GERMANY...
• The mode setting has no significant effect when pure water is used as extinguishing media. The adjustable air inlets at the jet gun allow further influence on foam consistency (see next page). www.hne.ag MADE IN GERMANY...
● Never aim directly at faces of people or animals. ● Hazard of suffocation under a layer of foam. Caution when jetting into electrical installations ! Keep a minimum safety distance of 2 Meters within the limit of 1000 Volts ! www.hne.ag MADE IN GERMANY...
• First release the jet gun trigger. • Turn the tubes fully into opposite position. • Then press the trigger again. If used in spray mode and filled with pure water, the VARIO is suitable against burning cooking oil and fat fires. www.hne.ag MADE IN GERMANY...
NOTE: As a highly safety-relevant element, the pressure reducer is absolutely maintenance-free. Any work or repair at it is solely reserved for HNE. Unauthorized action leads to the complete loss of warranty. After maintenance or repair, the extinguisher should be labeled with filling date and content.
The safety valve is precisely adjusted and sealed. Do not adjust or work at it with tools. If the safety valve is responding, only the effect, not the cause of excess pressure is eliminated. The device must be checked thoroughly before next use. www.hne.ag MADE IN GERMANY...
(EN 1866-1, EN 3-7) with the use of frost-proof foam agent The device is approved as special extinguisher according to EN 3 Fire class F only with restrictions (see page 12) www.hne.ag MADE IN GERMANY...
40 bar retainer strap for 6-9-10 Liter devices compressed air cylinder 2 l/300 bar/CFRP pressure reducer (regulator) bottle holder VARIO Carbon extinguishing agent 1% SC-6 AFFF 90 or 130 ml Please specify for VARIO 9 or 13. www.hne.ag MADE IN GERMANY...
... relevant instructions in this manual have been disregarded If a recognized warranty case occurs, the decision for replacement or repair of single components or the entire device lies solely with HNE. Incurred costs for replacement parts, repair and transportation are assumed by HNE. www.hne.ag...
EC Type-examination Modules B and C1 This inspection is performed by TÜV of southern Germany, Westendstraße 199, D-80686 Munich We are in possession of the certificate of type approval EC for the pressure vessel. signed: S. Cerny Augsburg, 08.09.2016 (chairman) www.hne.ag MADE IN GERMANY...
HNE Germany: Sales & Service Singapore: HNE Technologie AG HNE Singapore Pte Ltd. Alter Postweg 96 No. 99, Kaki Bukit Av. ‚# 02-08 D-86159 Augsburg SG 415984 Singapore Tel.
Date of manufacture: ________________ please look at container and fill in Proper inspection and repair are crucial for reliability and optimal life span of the device. For traceability, we recommend to document such measures on this page. www.hne.ag MADE IN GERMANY...
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