Extinguisher Hose Straps and Clips: Required Holding Devices
By Mark Conroy
An extinguisher with a hose is required to have a “holding device” that will maintain the free end of the hose in position when not in use. The device that is generally accepted for this purpose is a metal or plastic band that fits snugly
around the cylinder with a clip, which holds the hose in place. To comply with the Underwriters Laboratories (UL) listing requirements, manufacturers supply new extinguishers with a band and clip. Over time, the band or clip becomes damaged
or lost, and it is the responsibility of the extinguisher service technician to bring the equipment back into compliance. For most extinguishers, it’s a quick fix that will satisfy your customers, since a hose that is not clipped tends
to obstruct passage around the extinguisher and generally is an annoyance. Having a few straps and clips available for service calls is essential.
Hose Strap and Clips for Stored Pressure Extinguishers
| P/N |
USE |
DESCRIPTION |
NOTES |
|
UHC & UHS33
|
Most Cylinders |
Universal Hose Clip & Universal Hose Strap
|
Weather-resistant cable tie and stainless steel clip are the most versatile combination
|
| LCC12 |
1/2" Hose Only |
Cable & Clip for 1/2" Hose |
Plastic one-piece hose and clip |
| LCC38 |
3/8" Hose Only |
Cable & Clip for 3/8" Hose |
Plastic one-piece hose and clip |
Hose Straps, Clips, and Accessories for CO2 Extinguishers with “Rapid Discharge” Style (RDH and RDH10) Horns
| P/N |
USE |
DESCRIPTION |
NOTES |
|
RDS15
|
10-15 lb CO2
w/ Aluminum Cylinders
|
“OEM Style” CO2 Strap
|
Shorter stainless steel strap
|
| RDS20 |
20 lb CO2
w/ Aluminum Cylinders
|
“OEM Style” CO2 Strap |
Longer stainless steel strap |
| RDBACLIP & SET6 |
10-20 lb CO2 |
“OEM Style” CO2 Handle Clip, Screw, & Spacer
|
Use with either RDS15 or RDS20
to hold horn handle to extinguisher
|
|
SHH & UHS33
|
10-20 lb CO2 |
CO2 Horn Holder & Universal Hose Strap
|
Horn slips into clip for extra horn security
|
This is an easy revenue generator, but you need to have these products with you on service calls. Next time you see a broken, bent, or missing hose clip, make the quick fix and your customer will be glad you did.