General Instructions - Akron Style 3443 Mercury Manual Del Usaurio

The Akron Style 3443 Mercury Quick Attack Monitor is designed to provide efficient trouble-free operation for many
years. The following operating and maintenance instructions are provided to assist in obtaining the best performance for
this unit.
PRODUCT RATING
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PRODUCT WARNINGS
Warning: Read and follow the operating instructions before use.
Warning: Use only for fire fighting by trained operators.
Warning: Do not exceed the maximum pressure or flow ratings of the monitor.
Warning: Make sure both legs are fully deployed, all three spikes are in contact with the ground and safety strap is
secure before use.
Warning: Charge the unit slowly. Rapid charging may cause a pressure surge with the potential to cause injury or
damage to the unit.
Warning: Make sure the monitor is pointed in a safe direction before flowing water.
Warning: The Mercury is supplied with a 2 1/2" ball valve. Open and close the valve slowly. Opening and closing
the valve too quickly may result in damage to other equipment, which can result in an injury to the
operator or others.
Warning: Make sure the valve is closed when advancing the monitor. Do not move or lift the monitor while
flowing.
Warning: Read and follow the tip pressure and flows in the operating instructions before use.
Warning: Inspect spikes after each use, if the flat on any of the spikes exceeds 1/16" (1.5mm) diameter, it must be
replaced.
Warning: Inspect the ball valve for correct operation after each use.
Warning: Inspect the rotation and elevation range after each use for proper movement.
Warning: During freezing conditions the monitor must be drained to prevent damage.
Warning: Make sure the mounting bracket strap is secure when storing the monitor.
Warning: Do not use larger than a 3" hose.
Warning: Replace any tags on the monitor that have become worn or damaged.
Warning: Do not apply any lubrication to the rotation/elevation outlet ball.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

The Mercury monitor has a carrying handle for easy handling and a 2 1/2" Ball valve for advancing or extending a line
(Figure 2). The inlet and outlet have 2 1/2" threads and the spikes are made of carbide for better wear resistance. The
Safety strap can be used as a carrying strap by shortening the strap to its smallest length and attaching the hook into
the hole at the back of the handle.
Style 3443 Mercury™ Quick Attack
Operating & Maintenance Instructions
500gpm (1900 lpm)
150psi (1034 kPa, 10.3 bar)
14 lbs. less nozzle
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