Matabi Backpack Forest Extinguisher 17 L

The Matabi Backpack Forest Extinguisher is an essential tool for beekeepers looking to protect their apiaries from accidental fires when lighting the smoker. With a capacity of 17 liters, this extinguisher is your ideal ally for fighting fires and safeguarding your bees and hives in critical situations.

Key Features:

Capacity and Efficiency: Equipped with a 17.5-liter tank and a double-action brass pump, the Matabi extinguisher guarantees a powerful jet with a horizontal reach of up to 12 meters and a vertical reach of 7 meters, ideal for extinguishing fires in hard-to-reach areas.

Ergonomics and Comfort: Designed for prolonged and effortless use, it features padded and adjustable straps, as well as a belt that distributes weight evenly. Its padded lumbar support provides greater comfort during fieldwork.

Safety and Durability: The tank is made of high-resistance plastic, capable of withstanding extreme temperatures. The improved hermetic lid with a valve reduces the risk of leaks and ensures a perfect seal, while the anti-kink hose prevents tangles and blockages.

Easy Maintenance: The design of the pump and stainless steel valves allows for easy repair and maintenance without the need for special tools. Additionally, the adjustable nozzle facilitates the transition between a powerful jet and a thick spray to adapt to different fire-fighting situations.

Additional Advantages:

• Long-Reach Lance: The lance ensures a safe perimeter between the user and the affected area, with a reach of 8 to 12 meters.

• Anti-Kink System: Prevents tangles in the hose, ensuring continuous and uninterrupted flow.

• Quick Identification: The yellow color of the tank makes it easy to locate quickly in dense vegetation.

Usage Instructions:

Assembly: Insert the hose into the tank, securing the fitting and the nut for a perfect fit.

Filling: Remove the tank lid and fill with water.

Operation: Adjust the extinguisher to your back using the padded straps. Operate the device and adjust the nozzle as needed to achieve the desired spray or jet.

Maintenance:

• Clean the device and its liquid circuits at the end of each workday.

• Clear the nozzle of obstructions with water or non-metallic objects.

• Check and clean the filter regularly.

• Ensure the piston is greased by tightening the nut and replenishing the grease as needed.

Technical Specifications:

• Usable Capacity: 17 L

• Net Weight: 3.35 Kg

• Hose Length: 1.75 m

• Vertical Reach: 7 m

• Horizontal Reach: 12 m (jet) / 4 m (spray)