1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Definitions
4 Description of an extinguisher
5 Effective range of operating temperatures
5.1 General
5.2 Requirements
6 Filling specifications
6.1 Nominal charges
6.2 Filling tolerances
7 Duration of operation, residual mass and discharge rate
7.1 Duration of operation
7.2 Maximum residual mass
7.3 Discharge rate
8 Body construction
8.1 General
8.2 Main closures
8.3 Design and correct manufacture of the cylinders
9 Requirements of charge
9.1 Retention of charge
9.2 Control valve
9.3 Working position
9.4 Hose and nozzle
9.5 Propelling agent
9.6 Operation devices
9.7 Other characteristics
10 Identification
10.1 Colour
10.2 Marking
11 Tests
11.1 Temperature test
11.2 Corrosion tests
11.3 Dielectric test
12 Fire performances
12.1 Class A fire
12.2 Class B fire
13 Conformity procedure
13.1 General
13.2 Procedure
14 Periodical checking
Annex A (normative) Test methods