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2. Replace the feed gate assembly e Wipe down the remaining accessible surfaces on the machine 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version 45 Section 6 Maintenance and Service Cleaning and Storage Storage Proper packing of the Red Dragon will ensure that no damage occurs to the unit during shipping or long term storage Dry machine before re packing in shipping crate e Remove the tethered remote control and place in the hopper e Remove the power cord and place in the hopper e Place mounting strap in the hopper e Place the bench test power cord in the hop per e Place the tool kit in the hopper e Remove the outlet chute and place in the bottom of the crate Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 46 Section 6 Maintenance and Service Cleaning and Storage SS e Place the main body of the dispenser into the crate with the control panel facing the open end of the crate Replace the hopper on the dispenser 5 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 47 Section 6 Maintenance and Service Cleaning and Storage e Place the support base in the crate between the hopper and the open end above the con trol panel e Replace the crate lid and latch the crate e Store the shipping crate in a dry location 5 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon
3. eventually lead to a perforation of the intestine Liver and kidney injuries may occur CHRONIC TOXICITY No known cases of chronic poisoning due to permanganates have been reported Prolonged exposure usually over many years to heavy concentrations of manganese oxides in the form of dust and fumes may lead to chronic manganese poisoning chiefly involving the central nervous system CARCINOGENICITY Potassium permanganate has not been classified as a carcinogen by ACGIH NIOSH OSHA NTP or IARC MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE Potassium permanganate will cause further irritation of tissue open wounds burns or mucous membranes Section 12 Ecological Information ECO TOXICITY Very toxic to aquatic organisms COMPONENT ANALYSIS AQUATIC TOXICITY Potassium permanganate 7722 64 7 96Hr LC50 Rainbow trout 1 8 mg L 96Hr LC50 Bluegill sunfish 2 3 mg L 96Hr LC50 Milk fish Chanos Chanos gt 1 4 mg L 96Hr LC50 Carassius auratus 3 3 3 93 mg L static 96Hr LC50 Cyprinus carpio 2 97 3 11 mg L 96Hr LC50 Cyprinus carpio 3 16 3 77 mg L 96Hr LC50 Lepomis macrochirus 2 3 mg L flow through 96Hr LC50 Lepomis macrochirus 1 8 5 6 mg L static 96Hr LC50 Lepomis macrochirus 2 7 mg L static 96Hr LC50 Oncorhynchus mykiss 1 08 1 38 mg L 96Hr LC50 Oncorhynchus mykiss 0 77 1 27 mg L MOBILITY Miscible in water PERSISTENCE AND DEGRADABILITY Permanganate has a low estimated lifetime in the environment being readily
4. 9 d M s f Manual hand Mun Tank assembly wheel Base Outlet chute Power cord Y strap and tethered remote 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 3 Section 1 Dragon System Overview Red Dragon Dispenser Te Mounting System The standard base supplied with the Red Dragon allows the unit to be installed into a Bell series 206 helicopter The base may be removed to allow the installation into other helicopters featuring a flat cabin floor The Red Dragon is secured into the helicopter using a Y strap that is adjustable to fit a range of cabin widths Tank Assembly The tank assembly houses the water and glycol tanks It also acts as the framework to which the other components are mounted The water and glycol systems have color coded filler breather caps The caps have integral strainers to prevent contamination Each tank is also fitted with a drain valve which can be operated using a slotted screwdriver A short length of tubing attaches to either drain valve to direct the fluid into a suitable container Power Cords The standard power cord is a 15 ft jacketed cable fitted with an MS3116F 12 3P plug to connect to the aircraft s 28 VDC power supply Pin A 28VDC Pin B GND The other end of the power cord terminates in a receptacle A short pigtail cord from the machine s front panel has a mating plug Red Dragon mounting system
5. 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 53 Section 7 Testing Hangfire Test Procedure e Prime each pump assembly by squeezing and releasing its pump arm until glycol squirts from the injection needle e Replace the pump assemblies e Attach the outlet chute e Place an open top metal container under the exit chute e Attach the tethered remote control e Press the main circuit breaker on the front panel to the reset position e The POWER indicator on the main control panel will illuminate e Switch the RUN STOP switch on the main control panel to RUN e Press and release the FEED GATE switch on the tethered remote control to the OPEN position The feed gates will open e The shuttle drive motor will start e Pull the main circuit breaker out to remove external power from the dispenser e The shuttle drive motor will stop The feed gates will remain open e Switch the RUN STOP switch on the main control panel to STOP e Rotate the hand wheel until the shuttle cavities align with the sphere paths in the feed gate assembly Insert a Dragon Egg into each of the sphere paths in the feed gate assembly e Rotate the hand wheel one half turn and stop One Dragon Egg will fall out the outlet chute unprimed The second Dragon Egg will remain in the injection head and will auto ignite after
6. Glycol filler cap Water filler cap Water drain valve Standard power cord 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual Version E 4 Section 1 Dragon System Overview Red Dragon Dispenser A bench test power cord is also provided One end of the cord is provided with a receptacle to connect to the pigtail cord on the main control panel The other end of the cord 1s fitted with 1 4 rng terminals for attachment to an external power supply battery for bench test purposes Hopper Bench test cord The hopper provides storage capacity for 650 Dragon Eggs and can be filled by the operator before or during operation An agitator within the hopper provides a constant supply of spheres to the feed gates via two chutes The chutes have a clear window to allow the operator to monitor the flow of spheres from the hopper Secondary stops located at the outlet of the chutes automatically close and stop the flow of spheres when the hopper is removed from the dispenser The hopper has a hinged lid which may be configured so that it opens towards or away from the operator A clear polycarbonate window allows the operator to monitor the level of spheres in the hopper Power to the hopper is provided through a multi pin connector that automatically mates when the hopper is placed onto the feed gate assembly In an emergency the hopper can be quickly removed by grasping the locking handle and lifting u
7. Any supplied air respirator operated in a continuous flow mode Any powered air purifying respirator with a high efficiency particulate filter 50 mg m3 Any air purifying full facepiece respirator equipped with an N100 R100 or P100 filter Any supplied air respirator with a tight fitting face piece that 1s operated in a continuous flow mode Any powered air purifying respirator with a tight fitting face piece and a high efficiency particulate filter Any self contained breathing apparatus with a full face piece Any supplied air respirator with a full face piece 500 mg m3 Any supplied air respirator operated in a pressure demand or other positive pressure mode Emergency or planned entry into unknown concentrations or IDLH conditions Any self contained breathing apparatus that has a full face piece and is operated in a pressure demand or other positive pressure mode Escape Any air purifying full face piece respirator equipped with an N100 R100 or P100 filter Any appropriate escape type self contained breathing apparatus CAIROX Potassium Permanganate EC SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation EC Ne 1272 2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 2008 and amending Regulation EC No 1907 2007 concerning REACH Material Safety Data Sheet Page 6 of 11 MSDS CP 103 Revision Date November 2010 Supercedes August 2010 Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties CONTD APPEARANC
8. S INDUSTRIE BAGON 4 HED DHAGON OPERATIONS MANUAL 2013 VEHSION E RED DRAGON OPERATIONS MANUAL Version E Issue Date JULY 2013 PLEASE READ BEFORE USING SEI INDUSTRIES LTD 7400 Wilson Avenue Delta B C Canada V4G 1E5 Phone 604 946 3131 Fax 604 940 9566 E Mail seisales 2sei ind com Website www sei ind com COPYRIGHT 2013 SEI INDUSTRIES LTD ALL RIGHTS RESERVED PRINTED IN CANADA 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual Version E C Table of Contents Section 1 Dragon System Overview 1 Dracon OS ERR RE T 1 Red Dragon WISP CM SCM MR E I 2 ODCVANONAl PCQIUICS 2 Se ALE E EE EE cise AN A mE A EA 2 ANC AIO COomponenlS RENI ETE 3 Opional COMPONCING srssrsisrais iiris E ENEE EEEE E TE 11 Section 2 Operations 12 Pilot and Operator Responsibilities eeesseeseseeeeernnerennnnnnnn 12 Pilot Duties and Responsibilities esos eerie 12 Operator Duties and Responsibilities eeeesssseeeeeeeeee eene 13 Pre Flight Ir FOC CGUINCS TREE DT 13 ELELEE 1 EI EA E E A E E E E A A 13 Dispenser Installation anoaanoaannaannaannnanennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnrnnnrnnnrnnnennnennne 19 PreF ION CHOCK J 24 JR mre ggigdferer ToU RR RR 26 Bagrlaboe cdqmc 26 B islerzigizerogBle
9. approximately 30 seconds When smoke appears press and hold the WATER switch on the main control panel for 10 seconds The indicator on the main control panel above the WATER switch will illuminate The water pump will discharge water through its nozzles into the injection chamber e The fire will be extinguished e When the fire has been extinguished clean the dispenser in accordance with section 6 Maintenance and Service Cleaning and Storage 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version 54 CAIROX Potassium Permanganate EC SAFETY DATA SHEET is prepared according to the latest adaptations to CLP i oduct is aistributedby Regulations EC No 1272 2008 and EC No 1907 2006 24H e Lo Q ccc Material Safety Data Sheet ccc produet code _ 94906 Page 1 of 11 POT PERMANGANATE BP GRADE CCC Product Name MSDS CP 103 Revision Date November 2010 Supercedes August 2010 gt a Section 1 Identification of the Substance Preparation and of the Company Undertaking SUBSTANCE PREPARATION NAME Potassium permanganate KMnO PRODUCT NAME CAIROX Potassium Permanganate TRADE NAME CAIROX Potassium Permanganate SYNONYMS Permanganic acid potassium salt Chameleon mineral Condy s crystal Permanganate of potash USES OF SUBSTANCE Potassium Permanganate is an oxidant recommended for applications that require a strong oxidant COMPANY NAME CO
10. clear the aircraft structure Machine Jettison If absolutely required the remaining pieces of the Red Dragon can also be jettisoned from the aircraft To jettison the machine take the following immediate actions Receive direction from pilot to jettison the machine Grasp the power cord on each side of the connection twist and pull apart Cut the Y strap with the cutter provided Lift the main body of the machine clear of the support base and jettison through the door opening making sure to clear the aircraft structure Jettison the support base through the door opening making sure to clear the aircraft struc ture Jettison any remaining Dragon Eggs and debris 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 30 Section 3 Emergency Procedures Safety Considerations Safety Considerations Dragon Eggs Although stable prior to priming with ethylene glycol the material within the sealed Dragon Egg is classified as a hazardous substance and as such must be handled and transported in the correct manner Potassium permanganate KMnO is a strong oxidizer and will react violently with certain chemicals as indicated in the following table WARNING There are dangerous compounds that must be isolated from the potassium permanganate in Dragon Eggs during shipping and storage These compounds include Antimony Aluminium Carbide Arsenic Ethylene Glycol Glycerol Hydrogen Trisulphide
11. converted by oxidizable materials to insoluble MnO CAIROX Potassium Permanganate EC SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation EC Ne 1272 2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 2008 and amending Regulation EC No 1907 2007 concerning REACH Material Safety Data Sheet Page 8 of 11 MSDS CP 103 Revision Date November 2010 Supercedes August 2010 Section 12 Ecological Information BIOACCULUMATIVE POTENTIAL In non reducing and non acidic environments MnO is insoluble and has a very low bioaccumulative potential OTHER ADVERSE EFFECTS Harmful to aquatic organisms Section 13 Disposal Considerations WASTE DISPOSAL Offer surplus and non recyclable product or solutions to a licensed disposal company Disposal of all materials shall be in full and strict compliance with all federal state and local regulations This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261 3 When it becomes a waste potassium permanganate is considered a D001 hazardous ignitable waste For disposal of potassium permanganate solutions follow procedures in Section 6 and deactivate the permanganate to insoluble manganese dioxide Dispose of it in a permitted landfill Contact Carus Corporation for additional recommendations Packaging materials must be triple rinsed to remove all residues prior to re cycling or dispos
12. empty 48 0 Ibs 21 8 kg Ethylene glycol 7 9 lbs 3 6 kg Water supply for emergency use 4 Ibs 1 9 kg Dragon Eggs 650 spheres 6 8 Ibs 3 1 kg Total operational weight 66 8 lbs 30 4 kg 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 36 Section 5 Specifications Dispenser Specifications Dispenser Dimensions Length 24 50 in 62 4 cm Width 10 75 in 27 3 cm Height With support base 24 00 in 61 0 cm Without support base 19 00 in 48 3 cm Fluid Volumes Glycol tank 0 8 US gal 3 2 liter A full glycol tank will inject approximately 5 000 Dragon Egg spheres Water tank Full 0 5 US gal 1 9 liter Minimum required 0 2 US gal 0 8 liter Shipping Crate Dimensions Length 3 in 79 cm Width 13 in 33 cm Height 24 in 61 cm Shipping Weight Red Dragon dispenser tanks empty 48 Ibs 22 kg Shipping container 44 Ibs 20 kg Miscellaneous _2 lbs lkg Total shipping weight 94 Ibs 43 kg 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 37 Section 5 Specifications Dragon Egg Specifications Dragon Egg Specifications Weights Individual Dragon Egg 17 oz 4 8 g Box of 1 000 Dragon Eggs Potassium permanganate KMnO 6 6 Ibs 3 0 kg High impact polystyrene HIPS shells 4 0 Ibs 1 8 kg Packaging material 1 5 Ibs 0 7 kg Gross weight 12 1 Ibs 5 5 kg Dimensions Individual Dragon Egg 1 0 in 26 0 mm Box of 1 000 Dragon Eggs Length 16 0 in 40 6 cm Width 9 0 in
13. for the current operation is normally displayed on the segment LED display The count goes to 9999 and then wraps to 0 and restarts Pushing and holding the RESET toggle switch for two seconds resets the operation count to zero The lifetime count of spheres is displayed on the segment LED by pushing the RESET toggle switch momentarily The lifetime count equals the number displayed multiplied by 1000 These counts are maintained in memory even when the unit is powered down The design of the control panel switches and indicators inhibits water ingress onto the circuit board However it does not provide a watertight enclosure and the panel is not intended to be immersed or to be sprayed with water 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 10 Section 1 Dragon System Overview Red Dragon Dispenser Tethered Remote Control The tethered remote control is a hand held device which allows the operator to control the feed gates adjust the drop rate and monitor the machine operation The green PWR indicator illuminates when the machine is receiving power from an external source The yellow RUN indicator illuminates when the hopper drive motor is operating The indicator flashes when the shuttle drive E FEED GATE motor is operating The red FAULT indicator flashes when the controller detects a jam occurring in the injection shuttle The FEED GATE switch i
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15. the main control panel to STOP Dispenser Installation CAUTION The Red Dragon dispenser must be readied for installation outside the safety circle of the helicopter e Remove the Red Dragon system from its shipping container ge Y p Is p WI T jj d 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual Version E 19 Section 2 Operations Pre Flight Procedures e Remove the hopper from the machine by grasping the hopper lock handle and pulling up e Ensure the glycol and water drain valves are closed e Check fill the water storage tank Secure the filler breather cap 5 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 20 Section 2 Operations Pre Flight Procedures e Check fill the glycol tank with undiluted and unused ethylene gly col anti freeze Secure the filler breather cap Remove the right rear door of helicopter e Remove all carpet and porous floor coverings e Clear the cabin of all loose articles e Use duct tape or other means to protect the paint finish around the door Consult with the pilot before using e Ifthe support base is required position appropriately within the aircraft If not required store the base in the shipping container 5 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 21 Section 2 Operations Pre Flight Procedures e Install the
16. 22 9 cm Height 10 3 in 26 1 cm Ignition Parameters Injection to the first combustion smoke 25 seconds 55 F 13 C Injection to full combustion flame 35 seconds 55 F 13 C Total useful combustion time 80 seconds 9 55 F 13 C Important Note Increasing ambient temperatures will decrease the ignition delay time 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 38 Section 5 Specifications Dragon Egg Specifications Safety Although stable prior to priming with ethylene glycol the material within the sealed Dragon Egg is classified as a hazardous substance and as such must be handled and transported in the correct manner Potassium permanganate KMnO is a strong oxidizer and will react violently with certain chemicals as indicated below In addition potassium permanganate should not be inhaled or otherwise absorbed or come in contact with the skin WARNING There are dangerous compounds that must be isolated from the potassium permanganate in Dragon Eggs during shipping and storage These compounds include Antimony Aluminium Carbide Arsenic Ethylene Glycol Glycerol Hydrogen Trisulphide Hydrogen Peroxide Phosphorous Sulphur Sulphuric Acid Titanium A full MSDS sheet for the chemical is included in the appendix Dragon Egg Shipping Box Certifications e The complete package has been tested to meet the requirements of ISTA procedure 1A e The complete package ha
17. E Dark purple solid with metallic luster ODOR Odorless pH OF THE SUBSTANCE Not applicable BOILING POINT BOILING RANGE Not applicable FLASH POINT Not applicable FLAMMABILITY SOLID GAS Not flammable EXPLOSIVE PROPERTIES Explosive in contact with sulfuric acid or peroxides or readily oxidizable substances OXIDIZING PROPERTIES Strong oxidizer VAPOR PRESSURE Not applicable RELATIVE DENSITY AT 20 C 2 7 SOLUBILITY WATER SOLUBILITY 6 by weight at 20 C and 2096 by weight at 65 o PARTITION COEFFICEINT n OCTONAL WATER VISCOSITY Not applicable VAPOUR DENSITY Not applicable EVAPORATION RATE Not applicable MELTING POINT Starts to decompose with evolution of oxygen O at temperatures above 150 C Once initiated the decomposition is exothermic and self sustaining MOLECULAR WEIGHT 158 034 Section 10 Stability and Reactivity STABILITY Under normal conditions the material 1s stable CONDITIONS TO AVOID Contact with incompatible materials or heat 150 C 302 F could result in violent exothermic chemical reaction MATERIALS TO AVOID Acids peroxides formaldehyde anti freeze hydraulic fluids and all combustible organic or readily oxidizable inorganic materials including metal powders With hydrochloric acid chlorine gas is liberated HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS When involved in a fire potassium permanganate may liberate irritating poisonous and or corrosive fumes Oxides of potassium and manganese may be form
18. Hydrogen Peroxide Phosphorous Sulphur Sulphuric Acid Titanium In addition potassium permanganate should not be inhaled or otherwise absorbed or come in contact with the skin A full MSDS sheet for the chemical is included in the appendix 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 31 Section 4 Troubleshooting Hopper Agitator Non Operational oection 4 Troubleshooting This section describes remedial actions to problems that are encountered during the pre flight bench testing and pre flight check see section 2 Operations Pre Flight Procedures The actions are limited to those which can be performed in the field by an operator with limited tools For more advanced trouble shooting consult the Red Dragon Service manual Problems occurring during flight are covered in section 3 Emergency Procedures Equipment Malfunctions Hopper Agitator Non Operational No Power POWER indicator not illuminated Low Water LOW WATER Interlock indicator illuminated RUN indicator not illuminated Hopper RUN indicator Connection illuminated Agitator RUN indicator Linkage illuminated Check that the aircraft s auxiliary circuit breaker is not tripped Check that the power cord is properly attached to the aircraft auxiliary outlet Check that the power cord is properly attached to the pigtail cable of the dispenser Check that the dispenser s main c
19. MPANY ADDRESS C Secundino Roces 3 Planta 1 Europe Oficina 14 CARUS EUROPE 33428 Cayes Llanera Asturias Spain INFORMATION 34 985 785 513 EMERGENCY TELEPHONE 34 985 785 513 COMPANY NAME COMPANY ADDRESS 315 Fifth Street US Peru IL 61354 USA CARUS INFORMATION 815 223 1500 CORPORATION 815 224 6816 FAX www caruscorporation com Web salesmkt caruscorporation com Email EMERGENCY TELEPHONE 800 435 6856 USA 815 223 1500 Other countries 800 424 9300 CHEMTREC USA 703 527 3887 CHEMTREC Other countries Section 2 Hazards Identification GLOBAL HARMONIZED SYSTEM GHS OF CLASSIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE Oxidizing solid Category 2 Acute toxicity Category 4 Aquatic toxicity acute Category 1 Aquatic toxicity chronic Category 1 GHS LABEL ELEMENTS INCLUDING PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS Signal Word DANGER Label Codes GHS03 GHS07 GHS09 Hazard Statements H272 H302 H400 H410 o H272 May intensify fire oxidizer H302 Harmful if swallowed H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects P210 Keep away from heat sparks open flames hot surfaces No smoking P220 Keep Store away from clothing combustible materials P260 Do not breathe dust P280 Wear protective gloves protective clothing eye protection face protection P370 P378 In case of fire Use water for extinction P501 Dispose of contents container to appropriate places P273 Avoid release
20. ON position The water pump should start and inject water into both injection chambers e The indicator above the switch on the main control panel should illuminate Fill the hopper with Dragon Eggs Close and secure the lid Check that any additional Dragon Eggs carried within the cabin area are properly con tained and secured Check the system for leaks Check that additional one gallon container of water is available e Check that a sharp knife is within reach of the operator Check intercom and ground to air communications CAUTION Extra ethylene glycol antifreeze shall not be carried in the same compartment as Dragon Eggs Lead acid batteries shall not be carried in the cabin to power the Red Dragon 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 25 Section 2 Operations In Flight Procedures In Flight Procedures Dry Run Procedure e Pilot should make a dry run over the burn area to ensure communications between all parties involved and to determine boundaries of the burn area e After the dry run over the planned area the pilot and operator should determine the firing pattern as instructed by the burn boss or fire boss e The fire boss should consult the following chart to determine the drop rate for varying spacing and aircraft speeds Dragon Egg Ground Spacing Aircraft Ground Speed mph 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 Selected Drop Rate 9
21. Operations Manual version E 48 Section 6 Maintenance and Service Red Dragon Tool Kit Red Dragon Tool Kit E EAA 57 Il A Ul A field service tool kit is provided consisting of slotted screwdriver for operating drain valves 1 Philips screwdriver for removing glycol pump assemblies two 7 16 open end wrenches for removing injection needles needle nose pliers 1 8 hex key wrench 2 5 mm hex key wrench sharpening stone for needle touch up tip cleaner set for cleaning needle bore Scotch Brite abrasive pad for cleaning moving parts small metal bristle brush 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual Version E 49 Section 6 Maintenance and Service Spare Parts Spare Parts The following spare parts are include in the tool kit e wo injection needles 6mm X 12 blue tubing e 6mm X 12 1 2 red tubing e 8mm X 32 red tubing e two 6 mm tube caps Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version 50 Section 7 Testing Bench Testing section 7 Testing Bench Testing Bench testing shall be performed prior to each burn operation The purpose of the bench test 1s to ensure satisfactory ignition of the Dragon Eggs The Red Dragon does not require the operator to test and calibrate the quantity of glycol entering the spheres CAUTION This is a live test ignition will occur during this test Do not conduct tests in or near ar
22. Red Dragon dispenser in the door opening of the aircraft so that the injection head pro trudes past the door sill Attach and secure the outlet chute Note The gold using a thumbnut and locking nut must be thumbnut on each screw located on the OUTSIDE of the injection head followed by the black nut e Attach the Y strap by snapping the Y end to the holes on each side of the outboard end of the dis penser Ensure that the strap goes inboard of the exit chute 5 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 22 Section 2 Operations Pre Flight Procedures Push the dispenser inboard until the main body fits snugly into the support base Pass the free end of the strap beneath the belly of the aircraft and in under the opposite door Check that the strap is not twisted or obstructing any aircraft vents antennae or release cables Feed the free end up and over the roller on the quick release fitting attached to the other end of the dispenser Pull the free end to tighten the strap Replace the hopper assembly onto the dispenser Slide the dispenser as far forward as possible to provide leg room between the dispenser and the rear seat Ensure that the hopper lid opens freely Tighten the belly strap snugly Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 23 Section 2 Operations Pre Flight Procedures Attach the tethered r
23. Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 26 Section 2 Operations In Flight Procedures Dispensing Dragon Eggs e Set the RUN STOP toggle on the main control panel to RUN The system status lights should illuminate and the hopper motor should activate e Set the SPEED switch on the tethered remote control to the desired setting e Enter the first flight line at operational speed and set the feed gate toggle on the tethered remote control to OPEN The drive motor should activate Ensure a steady progression of spheres exiting the hopper The feed rate can be adjusted at any time during the operation e As required the feed gate toggle can be set to either OPEN or CLOSE to start or stop the flow of spheres through the machine When the feed gate toggle is set to CLOSE the spheres already within the injection head will continue to be primed and ejected until the head is clear of all spheres at which time the drive motor will stop e Follow the procedures for an emergency situation as described in section 3 Emergency Procedures Dispenser Shut Down Do not exit the burn area until all operations have ceased e Ensure that the feed gates are closed e Toggle the RUN STOP switch to STOP e Ensure that no spheres remain in the injection head e The aircraft may then leave burn area Clean the unit according to daily maintenance directions in section 6 Maintenance a
24. al as a non hazardous waste RCRA P Series None listed RCRA U Series None listed Section 14 Transport Information USA Land DOT and ID Number UN 1490 Canada TDG Proper Shipping Name Potassium permanganate Hazard Class Oxidizer Packing Group II Division Sd Product packaging containing 2100 Ibs ID Number UN 1490 Proper Shipping Name Potassium permanganate RQ Hazard Class Oxidizer Packing Group II Division 5 1 Additional Info If this product is spilled or leaked into the environment the CERCLA 40 CFR 302 4 reportable quantity is 100 Ibs and requires National Response Center notification within United States of America European Labeling in ID Number UN 1490 accordance Road Rail ADR RID Class 5 4 Transport ADR RID Description of Goods Potassium permanganate Packing Group II Hazard Identification No 50 European Labeling in ID Number UN 1490 accordance with EC Proper Shipping Name Potassium permanganate directive Water IMDG Hazard Class Oxidizer Packing Group II Division 5 1 Marine Pollutant No European Labeling in ID Number UN 1490 accordance with EC Proper Shipping Name Potassium permanganate directive ACO IATA Hazard Class Oxidizer Packing Group I Division 5 1 CAIROX Potassium Permanganate EC SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation EC Ne 1272 2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 2008 and amending Regulation EC No 1907 2007 conce
25. apacity hopper holds 650 spheres e Removable base to fit various helicopter configurations Tank drain valves Safety Features Automatic jam detection and clearing system e Manual hand wheel to clear a jam when no power is available e Emergency water pump with battery backup power supply e Low water interlock to prevent start up when the emergency water supply is low e Manual override to close and lock the feed gates e Quick release hopper to permit ejection of the hopper and the unused spheres in an emergency 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual Version E 2 Section 1 Dragon System Overview Red Dragon Dispenser Standard Components The Red Dragon dispenser consist of a number of major components e Hopper Stores the unprimed spheres e Feed Gate Assembly Controls the flow of spheres into the injection head e Injection Head Injects the spheres with glycol e Outlet Chute Directs the spheres from the injection head to a point below the aircraft e Tank Assembly Contains the water and glycol tanks and acts as the frame for the unit Control Panel Houses the control board control switches and indicators e Tethered Remote Control Controls the feed gates and drop rate e Power Cord Connects dispenser to aircraft s auxiliary power system e Base Mounting System Secures the unit to the aircraft Control panel i 2 Feed gate assembly
26. d safety aspects of the Red Dragon as contained within this manual Care should be taken to prevent the contamination of streams and lakes Pilot Duties and Responsibilities The pilot in command is responsible for all matters related to aircraft operations and safety including installation and operation of the Red Dragon in the helicopter The pilot in command must be totally familiar with the system and its operation The pilot shall have approval for aerial ignition operations and receive a briefing on the operational objectives as well as ground and flight procedures In addition to the familiarization received during the pre flight test the pilot must be provided with specific instructions regarding destination objective and general procedures The maximum recommended groundspeed for Red Dragon operation is 50 m p h 45 knots The recommended operational height 1s 300 ft 100 m above ground level 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 12 Section 2 Operations Pre Flight Procedures Operator Duties and Responsibilities The operator is responsible for the preparation operation maintenance and care of the Red Dragon dispenser The machine operator must have experience with fire behaviour be mechanically inclined and have the ability to handle several responsibilities mental and physical simultaneously The operator must have successfully completed training courses in both
27. de of Federal Regulations CERCLA Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act CHEMTREC Chemical Transportation Emergency Center EINECS Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances European DOT Department of Transportation DSL NDSL The Domestic Substances and the Non Domestic Substances List Canada HIMS Hazardous Materials Information System IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer IATA International Air Transport Association ICAO International Civil Aviation Center IDL Ingredient Disclosure List IMDG International Maritime Dangerous Goods OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration NIOSH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health NTP National Toxicology Program MSHA Mine Safety and Health Administration PEL Permissible Exposure Limit SARA Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act TDG Transport Dangerous Goods Canada TSCA Toxic substances control Act TLV TWA Threshold Limit Value Time Weighted Average UN United Nations WHMIS Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System CAIROX Potassium Permanganate EC SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation EC Ne 1272 2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 2008 and amending Regulation EC No 1907 2007 concerning REACH Material Safety Data Sheet Page 11 of 11 MSDS CP 103 Revision Date November 2010 Supercedes August 2010 Section 16 Other Information contd The informat
28. dispenser operation and in helicopter safety The operator must e Determine if the prescribed spacing of ignition is occurring and make any necessary adjustments e Determine if any malfunction occurs and act accordingly e n the event of a fire within the Red Dragon determine if the fire has or can be extin guished or if the unit must be jettisoned Communicate with the pilot on all procedures associated with the burning operation and on any flight emergencies that may occur during the burn mission e Jettison the hopper if required Pre Flight Procedures Bench Testing Bench testing shall be performed prior to each burn operation The purpose of the bench test is to ensure satisfactory ignition of the Dragon Eggs The Red Dragon does not require the operator to test and calibrate the quantity of glycol entering the spheres CAUTION This 1s a live test ignition will occur during this test Do not conduct tests in or near areas where combustible sources can be ignited e g do not test near a fuel source An emergency water supply must be available in close proximity A fire extinguisher with a minimum 20 BC rating should be available in close proximity 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual Version E 13 Cc Section 2 Operations Pre Flight Procedures e Remove the base and hopper assembly and set aside e Remove the Red Dragon mainframe close the crate and place the ma
29. e alkaline Insoluble decomposition product formed is brown colored manganese dioxide SKIN Immediately wash contaminated areas with water Remove contaminated clothing and footwear Wash clothing and decontaminate footwear before reuse Seek medical attention immediately if irritation is severe or persistent INHALATION Remove person from contaminated area to fresh air If breathing has stopped resuscitate and administer oxygen if readily available Seek medical attention immediately INGESTION Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsing person If person is conscious give large quantities of water Seek medical attention immediately NOTE TO PHYSICIANS For inhalation consider oxygen Avoid gastric lavage or emesis Decomposition products are alkaline Insoluble decomposition product formed is brown colored manganese dioxide Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures NFPA HAZARD SIGNS Health Hazard 1 Materials that under emergency conditions can cause significant irritation Materials that on the skin could cause irritation Flammability Hazard Materials that will not burn under typical fire conditions including intrinsically noncombustible materials such as concrete stone and sand Instability Hazard 0 Materials that in themselves are normally stable even under fire conditions Special Hazard OX Oxidizer National Fire Protection Association 704 USA FIRST RESPONDERS Wear protective gloves boots goggl
30. eas where combustible sources can be ignited e g do not test near a fuel source An emergency water supply must be available in close proximity A fire extinguisher with a minimum 20 BC rating should be available in close proximity Remove the Red Dragon system from its shipping container e Remove the hopper with lid and set aside this is not required for this test e Luft the main body clear of the support base the support base is not required for this test Mount the Red Dragon securely on a suitable table or bench e Connect the bench test power cord to the Red Dragon dispenser e Connect the other end of the power cord to the optional 28VDC power supply or to two x 12VDC batteries wired in series to produce 24VDC CAUTION Ensure Potassium Permanganate does not come into contact with battery acid e Ensure glycol and water drain valves are closed e Check fill the emergency water storage tank Secure filler cap A safety interlock indi cated by a light on the main body control panel will inhibit system operation if the water tank is not sufficiently filled with water 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 51 Section 7 Testing Bench Testing mE W X 9 D CD QC OCC en e Check fill the glycol tank with undiluted and unused ethylene glycol anti freeze Secure filler cap e Remove the two pump assemblies
31. echniques provide an effective tool in the ongoing commitment to forest and wildland management Helicopter deployed aerial ignition devices AIDs have a lengthy proven track record of providing a means of initiating these burns in an efficient safe and controllable manner SEI s Dragon Division presents the next generation of AID the Dragon Egg and its associated aerial dispenser the Red Dragon This manual details the operation and field maintenance of the Red Dragon from SEI Industries Ltd Dragon Eggs Dragon Eggs are small 26 mm diameter two colour orange white aerial ignition spheres made of high impact polystyrene HIPS plastic filled with three grams of potassium permanganate In this state the eggs are stable provided the shells remain undamaged When injected with ethylene glycol anti freeze an exothermic reaction initiates After a delay of approximately 30 seconds combustion commences with white smoke being expelled from the needle hole followed by sphere ignition Once ignited the plastic shell is consumed as fuel The total combustion time following ignition is about 80 seconds The Red Dragon injects a constant volume of glycol into each Dragon Egg regardless of the drop rate set by the operator As such the auto ignite delay time is influenced primarily by the temperatures of the Dragon Eggs and glycol The indicated delay times are based on air sphere temperatures of 50 70 degrees F 10 20 de
32. ed CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION Material 1s not known to polymerize Section 11 Toxicological Information EXPOSURE SYMPTOMS DESCRIPTION INHALATION The product may be absorbed into the body by inhalation Major effects of exposure respiratory disorder cough INGESTION Harmful if swallowed The estimated lethal human dose is 10 g Ingestion may cause nausea vomiting sore throat stomach ache and eventually lead to a perforation of the intestine Liver and kidney injuries may occur CAIROX Potassium Permanganate EC SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation EC Ne 1272 2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 2008 and amending Regulation EC No 1907 2007 concerning REACH Material Safety Data Sheet Page 7 of 11 Supercedes August 2010 MSDS CP 103 Revision Date November 2010 Section 11 Toxicological Information contd SKIN CONTACT The product may be absorbed into the body through the skin Major effects of exposure severe irritation damage to the skin and brown staining of skin EYE CONTACT Contact with eye is damaging to eye tissues It may cause severe burns that result in damage to the eye ACUTE TOXICITY LC 50 inhalation No data available LD 50 dermal No data available LD 50 oral rat 780 mg kg male 14 days 525 mg kg female 14 days Harmful if swallowed ALD 10g Ingestion may cause nausea vomiting sore throat stomach ache and
33. emote control cable to the control panel receptacle on the main body Check that the main breaker is in the tripped out position Connect the power cable to the auxiliary power outlet in the helicopter Connect the other end of the power cable to the connection on the Red Dragon dispenser Reset the main circuit breaker by pushing it in The POWER indicator on the main control panel should illuminate If the breaker trips immediately this indicates that the power supply needs to have its polarity reversed Pre Flight Check The pre flight check should be performed daily prior to intended use The purpose of this check is to confirm the readiness of the dispenser and support equipment Press the main circuit breaker on the front panel to the reset position e The POWER indicator on the main control panel should illuminate e The PWR indicator on the tethered remote control should illuminate The LOW WATER indicator on the main control panel should not illuminate Switch the RUN STOP switch on the main control panel to RUN The hopper agitator motor should start e The indicator above the switch on the main control panel should illuminate The RUN indicator on the tethered remote control should illuminate Press the FEED GATE switch on the tethered remote control to the OPEN position Switch activates immediately and does not need to be held The feed gates should open and the shuttle drive mo
34. es and respirator In case of fire wear positive pressure breathing apparatus Approach incident with caution FLASHPOINT None FLAMMABLE OR EXPLOSIVE LIMITS Lower Nonflammable Upper Nonflammable EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Use large quantities of water Water will turn pink to purple when in contact with potassium permanganate Dike to contain Do not use dry chemicals CO Halon or foams because they are not effective SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES If material 1s involved in fire flood with water Cool all affected containers with large quantities of water Apply water from as far a distance as possible Wear self contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing CAIROX Potassium Permanganate EC SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation EC Ne 1272 2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 2008 and amending Regulation EC No 1907 2007 concerning REACH Material Safety Data Sheet Page 4 of 11 MSDS CP 103 Revision Date November 2010 Supercedes August 2010 Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures contd UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION Powerful oxidizing material May decompose spontaneously if exposed to heat 135 C 275 F May be explosive in contact with certain other chemicals Section 10 May react violently with finely divided and readily oxidizable substances Increases burning rate of combustible material THERMAL DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS Combustion oxides of potassium oxid
35. es of manganese Fire may product irritating poisonous and or corrosive fumes Section 6 Accidental Release Measures OCCUPATIONAL SPILL RELEASE Avoid contact with combustible materials Do not touch spilled material Move containers away from spill to a safe area Keep unnecessary people away isolate hazard area and deny entry PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS Ensure adequate ventilation Avoid dust formation Personnel should wear protective clothing suitable for the task Remove all ignition sources and incompatible materials before attempting clean up ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS Do not flush into sanitary sewer system or surface water If accidental release into the environment occurs inform the responsible authorities Keep the product away from drains sewers surface and ground water and soil STEPS TO BE TAKEN IF MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED Clean up spills immediately by sweeping or shoveling up the material Do not return spilled material to the original container transfer to a clean metal or plastic drum To clean up potassium permanganate solutions follow either of the following two options Option 1 Dilute to approximately 6 with water and then reduce with sodium thiosulfate a bisulfite or ferrous salt solution The bisulfite or ferrous salt may require some dilute sulfuric acid 10 w w to promote reduction Neutralize with sodium carbonate to neutral pH if acid was used Decant or filter and deposit sludge in approved landfi
36. from the injection head by loosening the captive screws in the side panel e Prime each pump assembly by squeezing and releasing the pump arm until glycol squirts from the injection needle e Replace the pump assemblies e Attach the outlet chute e Attach the tethered remote control to the control panel on the main body e Place an open top metal container under the exit chute CAUTION Do not put water in metal container e Place two spheres into each of the cavities of the gate assembly e Press the main circuit breaker on the front panel to the reset position e The POWER indicator on the main control panel will illuminate e Switch the RUN STOP switch on the main control panel to RUN e Set the SPEED switch on the tethered remote control to 1 e Press and release the FEED GATE switch on the tethered remote control to the OPEN position The feed gates will open The shuttle drive motor will start The spheres will be injected and fall out of the exit chute When the second sphere exits the machine begin timing the ignition delay When the fourth sphere exits the machine press the FEED GATE switch on the teth ered remote control to CLOSE The shuttle drive motor will run for three revolutions and then stop The injected spheres should ignite within 25 30 seconds depending on temperature Only three of the four spheres will 1gnite as the first sphere was not injected e S
37. gates are open and machine has power If a sphere jam occurs in the machine take the following immediate actions If automatic clearing fails notify the pilot of the situation Press the manual feed control knob to close and lock the feed gates Rotate the manual hand wheel in the reverse and forward directions to clear the jam If jam clears notify the pilot that burning can recommence Toggle the feed gate switch to the OPEN position to reopen feed gates CAUTION If the hopper is removed during operations the top two spheres in the gate assembly must be retrieved before re attaching the hopper Failure to do so may prevent opening of the gates 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 28 Section 3 Emergency Procedures Equipment Malfunctions If jam cannot be cleared and sphere ignition occurs Toggle the water switch to the ON position and hold until the combustion has stopped e If necessary pour the additional container of water into the hopper e Clean the ignition head as detailed in section 6 Maintenance and Cleaning WARNING If a fire continues or re ignites land immediately Power Failure Power failure to the Red Dragon machine can be caused by the following conditions Tripping of the main circuit breaker e Accidental disconnection of the power cord e Tripping of the aircraft circuit breaker General aircraft power system failure The
38. grees C Increased temperatures will decrease the delay time By diluting the glycol with water to a 50 50 mix the delay time can be increased The Dragon Egg offers a number of key advantages including Ignition reliability Dragon Eggs are an exceptionally reliable source of ignition Enhanced storage capacities Small dimensions maximize hopper and shipping container capacity Enhanced aerodynamics High terminal velocities minimize kiting and maximize forest penetration Enhanced visibility Dual contrasting colors render the Dragon Egg highly visible 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 1 Section 1 Dragon System Overview Red Dragon Dispenser Red Dragon Dispenser The Red Dragon Dispenser developed by SEI Industries Ltd represents the next generation of aerial sphere dispensers The primary function of the Red Dragon dispenser is to inject a measured amount of ethylene glycol into Dragon Eggs thereby initiating an exothermic reaction and then expel the primed spheres from the aircraft Operational Features Seven drop rates from 25 175 spheres per minute e Tethered remote control to adjust the drop rate and control the feed gates e Positive displacement glycol pumps ensure constant glycol volume regardless of drop rate Smart software minimizes the chance of sphere jams occurring when feed gates open e Re settable sphere counter e Large c
39. he European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 2008 and amending Regulation EC No 1907 2007 concerning REACH Material Safety Data Sheet Page 5 of 11 MSDS CP 103 Revision Date November 2010 Supercedes August 2010 Section 8 Exposure Controls and Personal Protection COMPONENT EXPOSURE LIMITS Potassium permanganate 7722 64 7 ACGIH 0 2 mg m3 TWA as Mn VENTILATION Provide local exhaust or process enclosure ventilation system Ensure compliance with applicable exposure limits PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT EYES FACE Face shield goggles or safety glasses with side shields should be worn Provide eyewash in working area GLOVES Rubber or plastic gloves should be worn OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Chemically resistant clothing covering arms and legs and rubber or plastic apron should be worn Caution If clothing becomes contaminated wash off immediately RESPIRATORY PROTECTION In cases where overexposure to dust may occur the use of an approved NIOSH MSHA dust respirator or an air supplied respirator is advised Engineering or administrative controls should be implemented to control dust Measurement Element Manganese Mn 10 mg m3 Any particulate respirator equipped with an N95 R95 or P95 filter including N95 R95 and P95 filtering facepieces except quarter mask respirators The following filters may also be used N99 R99 P99 N100 R100 or P100 Any supplied air respirator 25 mg m3
40. he drain valve and remove tubing e Drain the water tank Insert 8 mm drain tubing into the water drain valve and place the other end into a suita ble container Open drain valve by rotating with a slotted screwdriver so that the slot is vertical e After draining close the drain valve and remove tubing 5 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 41 Section 6 Maintenance and Service Cleaning and Storage e Remove the feed gate assembly Unlock the feed gate control rod by lifting up on the open solenoid plunger with a slot ted screwdriver The feed gate control rod should spring open Clean the sphere paths in the gate assembly using a cloth and a citrus based cleaner degreaser such as Simple Green all purpose cleaner 5 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 42 Section 6 Maintenance and Service Cleaning and Storage e Remove the glycol pump assemblies by loosening captive screws Clean needle bore with the tool provided Clean outside of needle with Scotch Brite pad provided Check the sharpness of the needle If required sharpen with the small file provided Check pump operation by squeezing the pump arm and ensuring a squirt of glycol from the injection needle e Clean the injection shuttle and injection block 5 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual versio
41. ination Tether Connection RUN indicator steady illumination RUN indicator flashing Jammed Feed Gates Drop Rate Not Changing Tether Connection Wait for two seconds after RUN STOP has been switched to the RUN position Toggle the FEED GATE switch to the OPEN position Check that the tethered remote control is properly plugged into the receptacle on the front panel Toggle the FEED GATE switch to the OPEN position Switch the RUN STOP switch to the STOP position and wait for the hand wheel to stop rotating Remove the hopper Unlock the gate assembly and remove Check the sphere path in the gate assembly for obstructions preventing the gates from opening Switch the RUN STOP switch to the RUN position and wait until the shuttle drive motor starts Toggle the FEED GATE switch between the OPEN and CLOSE positions and check for movement of the feed gates Check that the tethered remote control is properly plugged into the receptacle on the front panel 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries Cc 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual Version E 34 Section 4 Troubleshooting No Emergency Water No Emergency Water Water Tank LOW WATER Check water level in tank Add water as required Empty indicator illuminated Check water drain valve is closed No Power POWER indicator Check that the aircraft s auxiliary circuit breaker is not tr
42. inframe on top of the crate e F C im Me Connect the bench test power cord to the Red Dragon dispenser Connect the other end of the power cord to the optional 28VDC power supply or to two 12VDC batteries wired in series to produce 24VDC CAUTION Ensure potassium permanganate does not come into contact with battery acid 5 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 14 Section 2 Operations Pre Flight Procedures e Ensure glycol and water drain valves are closed The valve should be in the horizontal position Fill the emergency water storage tank A safety interlock indicated by a light on the main body control panel will inhibit system operation if the water tank is not sufficiently filled with water Fill the glycol tank with undiluted and unused ethylene glycol anti freeze 15 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 5 Red Dragon from SEI Industries Section 2 Operations Pre Flight Procedures e Remove the two pump assemblies from the injection head by loosening the captive screws in the side panel e Prime each pump assembly by squeezing and releasing the pump arm until glycol squirts from the injection needle e Replace the pump assemblies 5 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 16 Section 2 Operations Pre Flight Procedures e Place an open top metal container under the
43. injection head outlet CAUTION Do not put water in metal container e Place two spheres into each of the cavities of the gate assembly e Attach the tethered remote control to the control panel on the main body 5 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 17 Section 2 Operations Pre Flight Procedures e Press the main circuit breaker on the front panel to the reset position The POWER indicator on the main control panel will illuminate e Switch the RUN STOP switch on the main control panel to RUN e Set the SPEED switch on the tethered remote control to 1 5 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 18 Section 2 Operations Pre Flight Procedures Je 9 e Press and release the FEED GATE switch on the tethered remote control to the OPEN position e The feed gates will open The shuttle drive motor will start The spheres will be injected and fall out of the injection head outlet e When the second sphere exits the machine begin timing the ignition delay The injected spheres should ignite within 25 30 seconds depending on temperature Only three of the four spheres will ignite as the first sphere is not injected e Press the FEED GATE switch on the tethered remote control to CLOSE e Switch the RUN STOP switch on
44. ion contained herein is accurate to the best of our knowledge However data safety standards and government regulations are subject to change and therefore holders and users should satisfy themselves that they are aware of all current data and regulations relevant to their particular use of product CARUS CORPORATION DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR RELIANCE ON THE COMPLETENESS OR ACCURACY OR THE INFORMATION INCLUDED HEREIN CARUS CORPORATION MAKES NO WARRANTY EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTIABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE OF THE PRODUCT DESCRIBED HEREIN All conditions relating to storage handling and use of the product are beyond the control of Carus Corporation and shall be the sole responsibility of the holder or user of the product This safety data sheet was reviewed according to Annex II of the regulation of the European Parliament and European Council EC No 1907 2006 REACH and 1272 2008 CARUS CORPORATION 315 5 STREET PERU ILLINOIS 61354 USA Chithambarathanu Pillai S O F CARUS EUROPE IS A DIVISION OF CARUS CORPORATION November 2010 e RESPONSIBLE CARE OUR COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY C canes Carus and design is a registered service mark of Carus Corporation CAIROX is a registered trademark of Carus Corporation Copyright 1998 Responsible Care is a registered service mark of the American Chemistry Council
45. ipped not Illuminated Check that the power cord is properly attached to the aircraft auxiliary outlet Check that the power cord is properly attached to the pigtail cable of the dispenser Check that the dispenser s main circuit breaker is not tripped Battery bAtt indicated on Recharge backup battery Discharged LED display Dragon Eggs Not Igniting Glycol Tank Check glycol level in tank Add glycol as required Check glycol drain valve is closed Hemove pump assemblies from injection head Depress and release pump arms repeatedly until glycol flows from injection needles Air in Glycol Remove pump assemblies from injection head Depress and release pump arms repeatedly until glycol flows from injection needles Hemove pump assemblies from injection head Needle Check that injection needles are not plugged Clean as required Main Circuit Breaker Trips Reverse Check the polarity of the power supply Polarity 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 35 Section 5 Specifications Dispenser Specifications oection 5 Specifications Dispenser Specifications Performance Number of speeds 7 Min drop rate 25 spheres per min Max drop rate 175 spheres per min Hopper capacity 650 spheres Power Voltage 24 32 VDC Connector MS3116F 12 3P Pin A 28V Pin B GND Main circuit breaker 5A MS3320 manual reset Operational Weight Red Dragon dispenser tanks
46. ircuit breaker is not tripped Check water level in tank Add water as required Check water drain valve is closed Check that the RUN STOP switch is in RUN position Check that the hopper is seated correctly on gate assembly Toggle the RUN STOP switch to the STOP position and wait for the hand wheel to stop rotating Remove the hopper from the gate assembly Check that the hopper agitator mechanism is not jammed Check that the hopper agitator linkages are correctly attached 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries Cc 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual Version E 32 Section 4 Troubleshooting Shuttle Drive Non Operational Shuttle Drive Non Operational POWER indicator not illuminated No Power LOW WATER indicator illuminated Low Water Interlock System Delay RUN indicator not illuminated RUN indicator steady illumination Tether Connection RUN indicator steady illumination MOTOR FAULT indicator illuminated Check that the aircraft s auxiliary circuit breaker is not tripped Check that the power cord is properly attached to the aircraft auxiliary outlet Check that the power cord is properly attached to the pigtail cable of the dispenser Check that the dispenser s main circuit breaker is not tripped Check water level in tank Add water as required Check water drain valve is closed Check that the RUN STOP switch is in RUN positi
47. ler senses that a jam has occurred the MOTOR FAULT indicator illuminates and the controller adjusts the shuttle drive motor direction and speed to automatically clear the jam Once the jam is cleared the unit returns to normal operation The momentary WATER toggle switch controls the emergency water pump When the pump is activated the indicator above the switch illuminates The pump normally receives its power from the external power supply However if the unit loses external power there is a battery backup that supplies power to the emergency water pump This battery is constantly charging when the unit is connected to an external power supply If the unit has been stored for a long period of time and the battery has lost its charge the warning message bAtt will flash on the LED segment display The low battery condition WILL NOT prevent operation of the Red Dragon On older Red Dragon dispensers with serial numbers from 101 117 there is a battery isolation switch located on the underside to prevent battery discharge over time There is a water level sensor located in the water tank The LOW WATER indicator will illuminate when there is insufficient water in the tank for the machine to safely operate The shuttle drive motor WILL NOT start when the LOW WATER indicator is illuminated The controller counts the number of spheres that have been processed and stores the information in two counters The sphere count
48. ll Where permitted the sludge may be drained into sewer with large quantities of water Option 2 Absorb with inert media like diatomaceous earth or inert floor dry collect into a drum and dispose of properly Does not use saw dust or other incompatible media Disposal of all materials shall be in full and strict compliance with all federal state and local regulations pertaining to permanganates To clean contaminated floors flush with abundant quantities of water into sewer if permitted by federal state and local regulations If not collect water and treat as described above Section 7 Handling and Storage WORK HYGIENIC PRACTICES Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling potasstum permanganate Do not eat drink or smoke when working with potassium permanganate Wear proper protective equipment Remove clothing if it becomes contaminated VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS Provide sufficient mechanical and or local exhaust to maintain exposure below the TLV TWA CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE Store in accordance with NFPA 430 requirements for the Storage of Class II oxidizing materials Protect containers from physical damage Store in a cool dry area in closed containers Segregate from acids peroxides formaldehyde and all combustible organic or easily oxidizable materials including antifreeze and hydraulic fluid CAIROX Potassium Permanganate EC SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation EC Ne 1272 2008 of t
49. n E 43 Section 6 Maintenance and Service Cleaning and Storage CAUTION Wear latex gloves and eye protection when cleaning the unit with water or when cleaning the unit with compressed air When mixed with water potassium permanganate will form a dark purple liquid that will cause staining to metals and skin Loosen any potassium permanganate and polystyrene plastic residue from the shuttle and injection block using the wire brush provided If available used compressed air to blow out the residue Clean the injection head and shuttle using a cloth and a citrus based cleaner degreaser such as Simple Green all purpose cleaner If an appropriate cleaner is not available water can be used with caution 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 44 Section 6 Maintenance and Service Cleaning and Storage e Rotate the hand wheel to check the drive system for smooth operation e Check the shuttle guides for excessive wear e Check the cam guides in the injection shuttle for excessive wear Important Note Do not lubricate the contact points between the injection shell drive cam and injection block These contact surfaces have an aluminium polyacetal interface which is self lubricating The use of products such as Tri Flo WD 40 or light machine oil will cause dirt and permanganate residue to accumulate and may cause mechanical seizure e Replace the pump assemblies
50. nd Service System Fault Status For troubleshooting information see section 4 Troubleshooting Emergency repairs or system clean out can be done by the operator at a convenient landing spot using the troubleshooting guide if the required tools spare parts are available 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 27 Cc Section 3 Emergency Procedures Equipment Malfunctions oection 3 Emergency Procedures Equipment Malfunctions The Red Dragon dispenser has been designed to maximize safety under normal operating conditions By following the correct procedures as outlined within this manual the system will provide a consistent supply of Dragon Eggs to the target within minimal interruption However equipment malfunctions can still occur and due to the nature of the operation safety must remain paramount Interruption of operation caused by a jammed sphere or a power failure will result in a primed sphere remaining within the injection head Spheres remaining within the head may be primed with glycol and will auto ignite within the head Jammed Sphere The operator is alerted to a jammed sphere by any of the following conditions FAULT indicator on the tethered remote control flashes MOTOR FAULT indicator on the main control panel illuminates Manual hand wheel stops rotation when the feed gates are open and machine has power Flow of spheres into the gate block stops when the feed
51. on Wait for two seconds after RUN STOP has been switched to the RUN position Toggle the FEED GATE switch to the OPEN position Check that the tethered remote control is properly plugged into the receptacle on the front panel Toggle the FEED GATE switch to the OPEN position Switch the RUN STOP switch to the STOP position Pull the main circuit breaker Remove the hopper Unlock the gate assembly and remove Examine shuttle cavities and remove jammed and or broken spheres Rotate manual hand wheel as required Blow out with compressed air if available Replace gate assembly and hopper Reset the main circuit breaker 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries Cc 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual Version E 33 Section 4 Troubleshooting Feed Gates Won t Open POWER indicator not illuminated LOW WATER indicator illuminated Low Water Interlock Feed Gates Won t Open Check that the aircraft s auxiliary circuit breaker is not tripped Check that the power cord is properly attached to the aircraft auxiliary outlet Check that the power cord is properly attached to the pigtail cable of the dispenser Check that the dispenser s main circuit breaker is not tripped Check water level in tank Add water as required Check water drain valve is closed RUN indicator Check that the RUN STOP switch is in RUN position not illuminated RUN indicator steady illum
52. operator is alerted to a power failure by any of the following conditions e All indicators on the tethered remote control and main control panel are extinguished e Manual hand wheel stops rotating when the feed gates are open e Flow of spheres into the gate block stops when the feed gates are open If a power failure occurs take the following immediate actions e Notify the pilot of the situation e Press the manual feed control knob to close and lock the feed gates e Rotate the manual hand wheel three full turns to clear any remaining spheres in the igni tion head e Investigate the cause of the power failure 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 29 Section 3 Emergency Procedures Aircraft Emergency Aircraft Emergency In the event of an aircraft emergency the pilot may direct the operator to jettison part or all of the Red Dragon dispenser to remove the primary fuel and oxidizer sources from the aircraft CAUTION Request permission from the pilot before jettisoning any equipment Look for a suitable location to Jettison making every attempt to avoid dropping equipment over a developed area Hopper Jettison To jettison the hopper take the following immediate actions Receive direction from pilot to jettison the hopper Close and secure the hopper lid Grasp the hopper and lift clear of the dispenser Jettison the hopper through the door opening making sure to
53. pwards Important Note Hopper with clear window that allows operator to monitor the flow of spheres With the lid removed the Dragon eggs are stable in the hopper under normal flight conditions The operating authority may decide to permanently remove the lid to facilitate filling operations 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 5 Section 1 Dragon System Overview Red Dragon Dispenser Feed Gate Assembly The feed gate assembly controls the flow of spheres from the hopper into the injection head As the spheres exit the hopper they enter two vertical passages in the feed gate assembly Bottom view of feed gate assembly Manual knob Control rod Feed gates Each passage has a feed gate attached to a common control rod Pushing the rod inwards causes the feed gates to block the passages and stop the flow of spheres In normal operation the position of the feed control rod and the feed gates 1s controlled by two solenoids under direction from the main controller To close the gates the close solenoid energizes and pushes the rod inwards When the rod is fully inwards a spring loaded pin locks into a groove in the rod to prevent it from opening The close solenoid then de energizes Open solenoid Close solenoid To open the gates the open solenoid energizes and pulls out the locking pin An opening spring on the feed control rod causes it to move o
54. rnal power to the machine The RUN STOP toggle switch controls the operation of the hopper and the shuttle drive motor When the switch is set to the RUN position the hopper drive motor starts and the yellow indicator above the switch illuminates The shuttle drive motor does NOT start at this time Operation of the shuttle drive motor is controlled by the feed gate switch on the tethered remote control With the RUN STOP switch in the RUN position and the feed gate switch toggled to the OPEN position the feed gates open and the shuttle drive motor starts When the feed gate switch is toggled to the CLOSE position the feed gates close but the shuttle drive motor continues to run for two more revolutions to purge the shuttle of any primed spheres After the purge the drive motor stops The feed gates and shuttle drive motor cannot be activated when the RUN STOP switch is in the STOP position However if the switch is moved to the STOP position when the feed gate is open and the shuttle drive motor is already running the feed gates will close and the motor will purge for three revolutions and then shut down 5 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 9 Section 1 Dragon System Overview Red Dragon Dispenser The controller measures the actual speed of the shuttle drive motor and can determine when a jam condition has occurred in the injection shuttle When the control
55. rning REACH Material Safety Data Sheet Page 9 of 11 MSDS CP 103 Revision Date November 2010 Supercedes August 2010 Section 15 Regulatory Information EUROPEAN AND INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS GERMANY WATER CLASSIFICATION Potassium permanganate 7722 64 7 Number 1936 hazard class 3 severe hazard to waters CLP CLASSIFICATION This product is hazardous according to the Regulation EC No 1272 2008 on Classification Labeling and Packaging of Substances and Mixtures CLP Oxidizing solid Category 2 Acute toxicity Category 4 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment Hazard Category 1 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment Hazard Category 1 CLP HAZARD SYMBOLS 6 CLP HAZARD STATEMENTS H272 May intensify fire oxidizer H302 Harmful if swallowed H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects P210 Keep away from heat sparks open flames hot surfaces No smoking P220 Keep Store away from clothing combustible materials P260 Do not breathe dust P280 Wear protective gloves protective clothing eye protection face protection P370 P378 In case of fire Use water for extinction P501 Dispose of contents container to appropriate places P273 Avoid release to the environment COMPONENT ANALYSIS INVENTORY COMPONENT CAS _ US CA EU AU J PH JjJP KR CN NZ_ Potassium 7122 64 7 TSCA DSL EIN Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes permanganate This product has also been classified in accordance with
56. rs These nozzles are connected to a water pump and reservoir In an emergency the water pump can be activated by the operator to extinguish a fire in the injection chambers The machine is equipped with an automatic system to detect and clear sphere jams in the shuttle However should the automatic system fail to clear a jam or the unit lose electrical power a handwheel is fitted to the outboard end of the drive shaft This handwheel can be used to turn the drive motor and cam in either direction to clear a jammed or broken sphere 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual Version E 8 Section 1 Dragon System Overview Red Dragon Dispenser Control Panel Power indicator RHun stop indicator LED display Motor fault indicator Low water POWER 8888 MOTOR LOW i n di cator d FAULT WATER RUN RESET ON Pump indicator Water pump switch Run stop switch Count reset switch The control panel is the brains of the Red Dragon system A single circuit board mounted beneath the main control panel contains the microprocessor and all additional components The green POWER indicator on the main control panel illuminates when the machine is connected to an external power source External power to the machine is routed through a 5A type MS3320 manually re settable circuit breaker which is located on the vertical front panel below the main control panel Pulling the breaker out cuts all exte
57. s a three position momentary toggle that allows the operator to open or close the feed gates The seven position SPEED control allows the operator to adjust the drop rate while the machine is in operation The drop rates correspond to 25 175 spheres per minute in 25 spm increments The controller measures the shuttle drive motor speed and uses a PID algorithm to calculate how to adjust the drive motor power to ensure that the actual drop rate is equal to the selected drop rate The tethered remote control is attached to the front panel via a twist lock plug and a 4 ft jacketed cable Optional Components A 110 VAC portable power supply providing 24VDC x 10A is available for bench testing the Red Dragon This power supply can also be used to charge the backup battery if required Optional portable power supply 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual Version E 11 Section 2 Operations Pilot and Operator Responsibilities oection 2 Operations Pilot and Operator Responsibilities The occupants of the aircraft shall be limited to the pilot the Red Dragon operator and the firing boss if essential to the mission CAUTION It is mandatory that only adequately trained personnel operate the Red Dragon A training manual is provided with the dispenser to be used as a guideline for operator training Do not operate the dispenser without a full understanding of all operational an
58. s been tested to meet the requirements of UN 4G combination packaging 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 39 Section 6 Maintenance and Service Cleaning and Storage Section 6 Maintenance and Service Cleaning and Storage This section provides an overview of service and maintenance that can be performed in the field The accompanying service manual provides a more extensive review Cleaning This cleaning procedure shall be performed immediately following burn operations Delay in cleaning the unit will result in the hardening of any remaining chemical in the injection head e Remove the Red Dragon dispenser from the aircraft e Wipe down the aircraft floor e Remove any protective tape that was installed on the aircraft door sill or fuselage e Remove the hopper Empty any remaining Dragon Eggs into an appropriate container e Wipe down the inner surfaces of the hopper to remove any potassium permanganate dust Check the agitator and linkages for signs of excessive wear 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual Version E 40 Section 6 Maintenance and Service Cleaning and Storage e Drain the glycol tank Insert 8 mm drain tubing into the glycol drain valve and place the other end into a suita ble container e Open drain valve by rotating with a slotted screwdriver so that the slot is vertical e After draining close t
59. se burns to mucous membranes of the mouth throat esophagus and stomach HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM HMIS RATINGS Health 1 Slight Flammability 0 None Reactivity 0 None Personnel Protective Equipment goggles face shield apron respirator and proper gloves Section 3 Composition Information on Ingredients CAS Component EC Percent Symbols 7722 64 7 Potassium permanganate gt 97 5 Xn NO 8 22 50 53 231 760 3 Component Related Regulatory Information This product may be regulated have exposure limits or other information identified as the following Permanganates inorganic n o s Manganese compounds inorganic Substance Registration Number s This material is produced in amounts gt 1 tonne annum and is therefore subject to REACH registration 01 2119480139 34 0000 CAIROX Potassium Permanganate EC SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation EC Ne 1272 2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 2008 and amending Regulation EC No 1907 2007 concerning REACH Material Safety Data Sheet Page 3 of 11 MSDS CP 103 Revision Date November 2010 Supercedes August 2010 Section 4 First Aid Measures EYES Immediately flush eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes holding lids apart to ensure flushing of the entire surface Do not attempt to neutralize chemically Seek medical attention immediately Note to physician Decomposition products ar
60. t the pump arm causing a controlled amount of glycol to be injected into the sphere The shuttle then reverses direction extracting the sphere from the injection needle It passes through the center position and continues to its full inward position At that position the cavity is over the exit chute and the primed sphere drops from the shuttle and exits the machine The two shuttle cavities are arranged such that when one side is injecting a sphere the other side is dropping a sphere down the exit chute This gives a steady output of spheres from the machine 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 7 Section 1 Dragon System Overview Red Dragon Dispenser The glycol pumps are a constant displacement type which deliver the same quantity of glycol on every stroke regardless of the drop rate This eliminates the need for the operator to calibrate the glycol system When no sphere is present the pump arm is not activated and no glycol flows Injection needle Pump arm Glycol pump If the machine 1s operated until the glycol pumps drain the tank the pumps will lose their prime The pump assemblies may be removed from the injection head and re primed by squeezing the pump arm repeatedly until glycol flows from the injection needle Each pump assembly is secured to the injection head by two captive screws The injection head also includes two water nozzles directed into the injection chambe
61. the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulation CPR Canada and the MSDS contains all of the information required by the CPR CAIROX Potassium Permanganate EC SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation EC Ne 1272 2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 2008 and amending Regulation EC No 1907 2007 concerning REACH Material Safety Data Sheet Page 10 of 11 MSDS CP 103 Revision Date November 2010 Supercedes August 2010 Section 15 Regulatory Information contd US FEDERAL REGULATIONS FEDERAL STATE amp INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS PART 1 SARA 302 SARA 313 Ingredient CAS NO RQ TPQ List Chemical Category Potassium permanganate 7122 64 77 No No Yes Yes Manganese compounds FEDERAL STATE amp INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS PART 2 Ingredient CAS NO CERCLA RCRA TSCA 8 d Potassium permanganate 7722 64 7 Yes RQ 100 lbs D001 No Ingredient CAS NO CWC TSCA 12 b CDTA SARA 311 312 Potassium permanganate 7722 64 7 No No 4545 Kg Ingredient CAS NO Acute Chronic Fire Pressure Reactivity Pure Liquid Potassium permanganate 7722 64 7 Yes Yes Yes No No Pure Ingredient CAS NO Australian Hazchem WHMIS IDL Potassium permanganate 7722 64 7 IYE C D2B Yes Section 16 Other Information ADR RID Agreement on Dangerous Goods by Road Regulations Concerning the International Transport of Dangerous Goods by Rail C Ceiling Exposure Limit CAS Chemical Abstract Service CFR Co
62. to the environment CAIROX Potassium Permanganate EC SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation EC Ne 1272 2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 2008 and amending Regulation EC No 1907 2007 concerning REACH Material Safety Data Sheet Page 2 of 11 MSDS CP 103 Revision Date November 2010 Supercedes August 2010 Section 2 Hazards Identification contd EU CLASSIFICATION HAZARD SYMBOLS O Xn N RISK PHRASES 8 22 50 53 HUMAN AND ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS Contact with combustible material may cause fire Harmful if swallowed Very toxic to aquatic organisms may cause long term adverse effects in the aquatic environment This substance is hazardous in the European Union according to the latest adaptations to Regulations EC No 1272 2008 and EC No 1907 2006 OTHER HAZARDS EYE CONTACT Potassium Permanganate is damaging to eye tissue on contact It may cause burns that result in damage to the eye SKIN CONTACT Momentary contact of solution at room temperature may be irritating to the skin leaving brown stains Prolonged contact is damaging to the skin Concentrated solutions at elevated temperature and crystals are damaging to the skin INHALATION Acute inhalation toxicity data are not available However airborne concentrations of potassium permanganate in the form of dust or mist may cause damage to the respiratory tract INGESTION Potassium Permanganate if swallowed may cau
63. tor should start The RUN indicator on the tethered remote control should flash The LED display on the main control panel should start counting spheres Adjust the SPEED control on the tethered remote control from 1 to 7 e The shuttle drive motor should speed up 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 24 Cc Section 2 Operations Pre Flight Procedures E SS9 DDO nssat Press the FEED GATE switch on the tethered remote control to the CLOSE position Switch activates immediately and does not need to be held The feed gates should close and the shuttle drive motor should run for a few seconds and then stop Once the shuttle drive motor has stopped the RUN indicator on the tethered remote control should stop flashing and display a steady yellow light The LED display on the main control panel should stop counting spheres e Press the COUNT switch on the main control panel to the RESET position HOLD the switch for a minimum of two seconds The sphere count on the LED display should reset to zero e Switch the RUN STOP switch on the main control panel to STOP e The indicator above the switch on the main control panel should extinguish The hopper agitator motor should stop e Press and hold the WATER switch on the main control panel to the
64. utwards into the fully open position The open solenoid then de energizes There is a manual feed gate knob located on the end of the control rod In an emergency pushing on the knob will also close and lock the feed gates The feed gates cannot be opened manually The feed gate assembly 1s located on top of the injection head by two vertical pins It is held in place by two manual locking cams It can be quickly disconnected from the injection head to allow access for cleaning 5 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual version E 6 Section 1 Dragon System Overview Red Dragon Dispenser Injection Head Shuttle f Water drive f Jg nozzle motor Cam Injection i Pas so shuttle P A a mA 44 Glycol pump Hand wheel Injection Head The injection head is the heart of the Red Dragon Dispenser It is here that the Dragon Eggs are pierced by a hollow needle injected with a controlled amount of glycol and then ejected from the machine The injection shuttle is located in the head The shuttle guides the spheres as they pass through the injection head The shuttle is driven in a reciprocating motion by a DC motor and a single offset cam As a sphere exits the feed gate assembly it falls into one of two cavities in the injection shuttle Outward motion of the shuttle causes the sphere to contact the injection needle and be punctured As the shuttle moves further outward the sphere presses agains
65. witch the RUN STOP switch on the main control panel to STOP 9 Red Dragon from SEI Industries 2013 Red Dragon Operations Manual Version E 52 Section 7 Testing Hangfire Test Procedure Hangfire Test Procedure A hangfire test shall be performed annually at the start of the burning season The purpose of the hangfire test is to ensure that the emergency fire suppression system is capable of extinguishing a fire in the injection head CAUTION This is a live test ignition will occur during this test Do not conduct tests in or near areas where combustible sources can be ignited e g do not test near a fuel source An emergency water supply must be available in close proximity A fire extinguisher with a minimum 20 BC rating should be available in close proximity e Remove the hopper and set aside it is not required for this test e Mount the Red Dragon securely on a suitable table or bench e Connect the bench test power cord to the Red Dragon dispenser Connect the other end of the power cord to a 24 28 VDC external power supply CAUTION Ensure Potassium Permanganate does not come into contact with battery acid e Ensure glycol and water drain valves are closed e Check fill glycol tank e Check fill emergency water tank CAUTION Do not operate water pump dry e Remove the glycol pump assemblies from the injection head by loosening the captive screws in the side panel

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