The Elide Fire Extinguisher Ball
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1. A Fireball is not refillable it has a lifespan of 5 years maintance free Q How do I go about replacing the ball A The Fireball is available throughout Country from dealerships and agents that will assist in order and replacement procedure Q Will the ball activate if in contact with heat A NONO ball can with stand heat of up to 200 degrees and will not activate The ball auto activates only when in contact with open flames Tests have been conducted on heat exposure Q What types of fires can fire ball extinguish A The chemical extinguishes on Class A Fires Fires involving wood paper and plastics Class B Fires Fires involving flammable liquids like paraffin And Class C Fires Fires involving electrical equipment The Fireball can also be rolled or thrown into a fire the ball will burst within 3 7 seconds after coming in contact with open flames and extinguish the fire page14 Frequently asked questions continue Q Can throw the ball in a drum of flammable liquid A No do not throw the ball into flammable liquid as spillage will spread the fire Q What size fire the Fireball FF extinguish A Fireball can extinguish a fire of approx 4 6square meters Q Does Fireball FF stop or prevent fires A Fireballs are design to extinguish the fire as it starts and stop the fire before it spreads or increases in size and thus it stops the fire when correctly installed Q If the Fireball FF falls and is damaged will it stil2. of glass panels were observed Passed Also activated next to 3 average inflated children party balloons No balloons popped or where damaged due to the burst effect thus proving that the burst effect is not harmful to humans animals or property 6 Sound level tested 127Db Passed 7 Compression resistance test Compression load with speed of 5mm min was applied to the ball until it reached the load of 150kg and the load was constant for 10min The ball was inspected immediately upon removal of wrapper no cracks tears or leakage of extinguisher agent were observed Passed 8 Drop test Fireball was dropped from a height of 2 5m on a cement floor With inspection of the ball after each drop no cracks tears of leakage of extinguisher agent was observed on all balls tested Passed Several fires were made inside an iron shed Three balls were thrown into the shed only one activated and extinguished the fire The other two balls did not activate and could be reused page9 6 Comment and report from Steve Davies Fire Investigator Metropolitan Fire Service Australia 6 1 Qualities and benefits of the Elide Fireball 5 Year shelf life then a 20 less effectiveness can be used as a secondary device Friction will not operate the device Activeness at approx 85c direct flame contact At 280c will activate device non flame contact m e O N SO If it leaks of is broken bury it in the ground as it is Biodegradable P
3. The Elide Fire Extinguisher Ball The only portable fire extinguishing device in the world that auto activates on contact with open flames User s Manual An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure n FIREBALL SOUTH AFRICA Ere The Fire Extinguisher Ball Index Introduction The fire extinguisher ball The device How to use the fire extinguisher ball Installation Guide Test Manual for the fire extinguisher ball Comment and reports from Steve Davies Fire Investigator Metropolitan Fire service Australia Material Safety Data sheet Frequently asked questions page3 1 Introduction The Elide Fire Extinguisher Ball All fire safety guidelines rely on the risk that is been protected Prior to protecting the fire risk we should asses the area and the situation The Elide Fire Extinguisher Ball is a simple yet life saving cost effective device that will increase the service delivery to the market The fire extinguisher ball is the only self activating portable device that auto activates when in contact with open flames page4 2 The Fire Extinguisher Ball A device utilizing a small non lethal explosive mechanism for use against all types and classes of fires The force of the bursting device is not harmful to humans animals or property and further minimized through the use of low density low mass components No part of the device having sufficient mass o
4. ase note the following A fire safety assessment needs to be done to ensure the effectiveness of the fire extinguishing ball Fire hazards in the home or office environment need to be 1 Identified 2 Evaluated 3 Eliminated 4 Controlled 4 1 The following questions should be asked a Where is a fire most likely to start Electrical points geysers heaters stove tops fireplaces kitchens garages workshops near flammable liquids ceilings down light points etc b Will the fire spread rapidly through the building or home Also in which direction will the fire spread due to drafts and combustible fuels c Will the fire extinguishing balls installed at the identified hazardous areas be sufficient to effectively extinguish the fire when it starts d Whatis the floor area you are trying to protect e Whatis the risk you are trying to protect f Is pressure ventilation present in this area g Is the electrical trip switch in order Will it trip and cut the electricity supply in the event of fire h Is the housekeeping in order i Escape routes in the event of fire and is it INDOORS j Fire risk of products located in the room or environment k Where will the occupants run for a fire extinguishing device in the event of a fire I Places that need attention are Kitchens gas and electrical stove tops Over any chip fryers or heating equipment Electrical products or power points that are over loaded Electrical distr
5. es The usual precautionary measures should be adhered to in handling the chemicals Breathing equipment Not required Protection of hands Not required Eye protection Not required 8 Physical and chemical properties Form Solid Colour According to product specification Smell Characteristic Change in condition Melting point Melting range Not determined Boiling point Boiling range Not determined Flash point Not applicable Self in flammability Product is not self igniting Danger of explosion Product is not explosive Density at 20C 1 347 g cm3 Density in Miscibility with Water Unsalable 9 Stability and reactivity Thermal decomposition conditions to be avoided No decompositions if used according to specifications Dangerous reactions No dangerous reactions known Dangerous products of compositions No dangerous decomposition products known 10 Toxicological information Acute toxicity Primary irritant effect On skin No irritant effect On the eye No irritant effect Sensitization No sensitizing effect known Additional toxicological information 11 12 15 page12 The product is not subject to classification according to the calculation method of the General EC Classification Guidelines for Preparations as issued in the latest version When used and handled according to specifications the product does not have any Harmful effects according to our experience and
6. ibution box Cupboards containing flammable liquids Open indoor cooking areas like indoor braai s Bedrooms Next to children s bed for easy use Installed on wall above baby cot Over any loaded power points or where heaters are situated Over fire places page7 Computer rooms alarm centre In ceilings next to geyser and to stop fire jumping rooms via roof Next to down lights and over loaded lighting fixtures and connections Install next to front and back doors for easy evacuation and easy entry Install in passage so that close proximity to all rooms Over or in safe where valuable documents and property stored In middle of room if away from premises for long period of time Garage area Over any flammable liquids fuel paints cleaning liquids etc Over vehicle above vehicle Over loaded power points Other areas Pool or borehole pump houses Generator rooms Wine cellars Braai areas over wood stocks smoking areas Can be kept in motor vehicle in case of accidental engine fire Over gas bottle storage area In store rooms AND ALL ATTICS Over garbage areas if enclosed by at least 3 walls and has a ceiling 4 2 Installing your Fire Extinguishing Ball 15 50 cm above hazardous areas or devices To give maximum effectiveness in case of fire The fire extinguisher ball will self activate when in contact with open flame Wall mounts at 1 5m above all flammable liquid for class B fires Wall mounts at 10cm above electrical distribution points for clas
7. l activate A Fireball passed the drop test Please inspect the ball immediately for damages or leakages of powder after fall In the unlikely event of damage and there is a spillage of powder the ball must be replaced as its effectiveness cant then be sustained
8. of 5 years and thus a very cost effective product You don t have to get close to the fire you can simply roll it from a distance thus eliminating the chance of fire related injuries Light weight easy to operate and hence ideal fire extinguisher for the elderly infirm and children paged 3 How to use the Elide Fire Extinguisher Ball The Elide Fire extinguishing Ball will extinguish the following fires Class A fires Fires involving carbonaceous solids such as Wood cloth paper rubber and plastic Class B firesss Fire involving flammable and combustible liquids Class C firesss Fire involving electricity Fireball is harmless to humans yet it makes a loud bang enabling you or your neighbours to be aware of the presence of fire and thus acts as a fire alarm The fireball can be rolled or thrown into a fire it will burst within 3 7 seconds extinguishing the fire instantly You don t have to get close to the fire Fireball can be kept on a shelf or wall mounted bracket for easy reach The Fireball installed in a wall mounted bracket will self activate in the presence of open flames and extinguish the fire and hence protect the area when no human is present therefore ideal for holiday homes warehouse and offices after hours etc It is your 24 hour fire sentry always on guard and protecting you and your property from fire page6 4 Installation Guide Prior to installation of the fire extinguishing ball ple
9. olystyrene Ball not biodegradable Contents is ammonia phosphate and salt Loud band approx 138 decibel when activated fine white powder dispersed Main ball is made of polystyrene oon Has a slow burning heat sensitive fuse 6 2 General Information The Elide fire extinguisher ball is a ball shaped fire extinguisher simply throw ball into fire it will self activate within 3 10 seconds and effectively disperse fire extinguishing chemicals in a 360 degree radius over a 4 6 square meter diameter If a fire occurs and no one is present the fire extinguisher ball will self activate when it comes into contact with open flames and simultaneously produce a loud bang acting as a fire alarm page10 7 Material Safety data sheet According to 91 155 EC 1 Composition Data on components Chemical characterization Description Mixture of the substances listed below with harmless additions Dangerous components Void 2 Hazards identifications Hazard designation Void Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment Void Classification system The classification is in line with current EC lists It is expanded however by information From technical literature and by information furnished by supplier companies 3 First aid measures General information no special measures required After installation supply fresh air consult doctor in case of symptoms After skin contact the product is not skin irrita
10. r density to neither constitute a ballistic hazard nor be hazardous in concussive shock due to bursting effect The product is composed of a lightweight casing of frangible material With a protective exterior sheathing Within the internal cavity of the device a pyrotechnic detonator is located at or near the centre of mass and is activated by fuse cords extending from the interior to the exterior surfaces Filled with dry chemical powder called mono ammonium phosphate a non conductive material so can be used on any electrical product with no resulting damage Fireball will auto activate on direct contact with open flames not heat Upon activation the fireball will emit a loud bang of between 119 138db and disperse a dry chemical powder mono ammonium phosphate that will effectively extinguish the fire The Fireball can be rolled or thrown into a fire it will auto activate within 3 7 seconds Fireball can be wall mounted and effectively placed to put out fires caused by Electrical shortages Fat Oil and Paraffin on stoves Fires in vehicles Workshops and factories Fireball s main features include It s the only patented portable fire extinguisher device in the world that Auto activates with open flames Upon activation it emits a loud bang It is light weight only 1 3 kg making it easy to handle and operate It requires no maintenance refilling servicing or pressure testing and hence it has a maintenance free lifespan
11. s C fires Make sure arrows always points upwards For class B fires NEVER throw the ball into the fire Avoid exposure to sunlight moisture and humidity ON Oa FWP All balls can cover 1 296 cubic meters which is an area of 4 to 6 square meters In case of fires bigger than 2 596 cubic meters or that has been burning for more than 6 minutes throw 2 balls into the fire for best efficiency pages 5 Test Manual Elide Fire Extinguisher ball The following tests were conducted on the fire extinguisher ball 1 Fire extinguishment class A fires Passed Fire extinguishment class B fires Passed Fire extinguishment class C fires Passed In all tests upon activation of the fire extinguishing ball all flames were fully extinguished A Thermal resistance test The Fireball was placed in an oven with air circulation capability and temperature inside the oven was at 85C for 24hrs 15min Ball did not activate proving that ball does not react to heat but to open flame only Thus proven to be safe against faulty activation and will only activate in the presence of fire and thus avoid false alarms The ball was inspected immediately upon removal no cracks tears or leakage of extinguishing agent were observed Passed 5 Burst effect test The container with dimensions of 56x56x56cm was constructed with a strong frame and 5mm thick normal glasses for 5 sides and open on the top after activation of the ball no cracks or shattering
12. the information provided to us Ecological information General notes Generally not hazardous for water Disposal consideration Product Recommendation Contract waste processors for recycling information Unclean packaging Recommendation Disposal must be made according to official regulations Transport information No hazardous product Land transport ADR RID and GGVS GGVE cross border domestic ADR RID GGVS E class Regulatory information Designation according to EC guidelines Observe the normal safety regulations when handling chemicals The product is not subject to identification regulations under EC Directives and the Ordinance on Hazardous Materials GefStoffV Code letter and hazard designation of product Nicht eingestufti National regulations Waiter hazard class Generally not hazardous for water Other information These data are based in our present knowledge However they shall not constitute a guarantee for specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship Department issuing data specification sheet Environment protections department page13 8 Frequently asked Questions Q Is the Burst effect dangerous harmless A No the ball is harmless to people animals and property The shell of the Fireball is made of expanded foam polyethylene The powder that is dispersed is mono ammonium phosphate Non Toxic Q Where can refill the ball after 5 years
13. ting After eye contact rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water After swallowing in case of persistent symptoms consult the doctor 4 Fire fighting measures Suitable extinguishing agents use fire fitting measures that suit the environment Productive equipment No special measures required 5 Accidental release measures Person related safety precautions No special measures required Measures for cleaning collecting No special measures Collect mechanically Additional information No dangerous materials are released 6 Handling and storage Handling Information for safe handling No special measures required page11 Information about protection against defection and fires No special measures required Storage Requirements to be met by storerooms and containers Use only containers specifically permitted for this substance product Information about storage in one common storage facility Not required Further information about storage conditions Store under dry conditions 7 Exposure controls and personal protections Additional information about design of technical systems No further data see item 7 Components with critical values that require monitoring at the workplace 7727 43 7 barium sulphate natural 2 5 10 TLV2mg m3 Additional information The list that were valid during the compilation were used as basis Personal protection equipment General protective and hygienic measur
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