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User Guide To The Fire Hose Reel (Fixed Fire Fighting Installation)

This document provides guidance on using a fire hose reel for fighting small fires. It explains that fire hose reels use water to reduce the heat of combustion below the ignition temperature. It describes the two types of fire hose reels - automatic and manual - and provides instructions on operating each type. Key steps include pulling the hose out 2-3 meters to activate automatic reels or opening the inlet valve for manual reels. Users are advised to apply water in short bursts at the base of the fire and not fight large or electrical fires. Safety precautions and reading instructions before use are strongly encouraged.

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User Guide To The Fire Hose Reel (Fixed Fire Fighting Installation)

This document provides guidance on using a fire hose reel for fighting small fires. It explains that fire hose reels use water to reduce the heat of combustion below the ignition temperature. It describes the two types of fire hose reels - automatic and manual - and provides instructions on operating each type. Key steps include pulling the hose out 2-3 meters to activate automatic reels or opening the inlet valve for manual reels. Users are advised to apply water in short bursts at the base of the fire and not fight large or electrical fires. Safety precautions and reading instructions before use are strongly encouraged.

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UCL Fire Technical Note – TN028

Fire Safety
Technical Guide

USER GUIDE TO THE FIRE HOSE REEL (FIXED


FIRE FIGHTING INSTALLATION)

Fire Hose Reels


Old Colour Code (BS 5406) & New Colour Code (BS EN 3)

Wood, textiles,
curtains, furniture &
plastics etc

WATER: Works by using the cooling effect of water, to reduce the heat from combustion
to below its ignition temperature.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE:
1. Always read the instruction plate before use to ensure that you have selected the
correct extinguisher for the fire you intend to fight;
2. Operations (Caution!) there are two types of operations to turn on fire hose reels:
 Auto Reel - pull out the hose for 2m or 3m and the water is automatically turned on -
control the discharge using the nozzle in ‘jet / spray / off’ mode;
 Manual Reel - to turn on the water, open the inlet valve, before running out the
hose to location of the fire. Control the discharge by using the nozzle in a ‘jet /
spray / off’ mode;
3. Generally, a minimum of two persons (to negotiate doors etc.) will be required to run
out and effectively use the hose reel at the scene of the fire;
4. Ensure that you are positioned between the fire and a safe exit / escape route;
5. Apply the water jet to the base of the fire in short sweeping bursts keeping out of the
smoke and steam produced;
6. Warning there is a continuous supply of water to the hose reel. Do not fight the fire if
the size increases or for too long - be beware of your surroundings and local conditions.

SAFETY: Do NOT use water on electrical or flammable


liquid fires;
Do not fight the fire if the size of fire increases;
Always read the instruction plate before use;

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Date Last Amended: May 15 1.
Issued by the - Fire Safety Manager, UCL Estates, Gower Street, London, WC1E 6BT - This guide is to be regarded as a general statement of UCL local
requirements, information or guidance only & supplements relevant British Standards or Manufacturers Instructions etc.

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