IMS Ground Effect Fire Lighter User manual

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Ground Effect Fire Lighter Operation
Manual

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Ground Effect Fire Lighter Operations Manual
A product of IMS New Zealand Limited
This manual is applicable to the following models
GE200FL
Please Read Before Using
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New Zealand
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Index
 Front cover……………………..…………………………………… 1
 Contact Details……………………………..……………………… 2
 Index………………………………………………………………… 3
 Introduction to Ground Effect Fire Lighter……………………… 4
 Ownership………………………………………………………….. 5
 Operational warnings……………………………………………… 6
 Component Identification…...…………………..………………… 8-9-10
 Pre-Flight Safety Check…………………………………………... 11
 Electrical ………………………………….…………..……………. 12-13
 Safe Operational Procedure………………...…………….…….. 15
 Pack up ……………………………………………………………. 16
 Cleaning………………………………….…………..……………. 16
 Wire Rope/Strop Inspection Procedure………………………… 17
 Storage……………………………………..……………………… 18
 Fault Finding………………………………………………………. 18
 Wiring attached

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Introduction to the Ground Effect Fire Lighter
The Ground Effect Fire Lighter has been manufactured since 2017 and is manufactured from corrosion-resistant
stainless steel designed to withstand the environment and chemicals it will be exposed too. This means each Fire
Lighter can be filled from the various fuels for the purpose of lighting fires. Larger volume Fire Lighters can be built
should this be required.
Tough & Durable Fire Lighters
The Ground Effect Fire Lighter is made of tough and durable stainless steel. It’s strong, compact and resistant to fire,
while also has good flight characteristics.

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Ground Effect Fire Lighter Ownership Record
Company Name
Contact Name
Telephone
Cell Phone
Address
Email
Date of new ownership
Serial No.
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Company Name ………………………………………………………………………………………
Contact Name ………………………………………………………………………………………
Telephone ………………………………………………………………………………………
Cell Phone ………………………………………………………………………………………
Address ………………………………………………………………………………………
Email ………………………………………………………………………………………
Date of new ownership ………………………………………………………………………………………
Serial No. ………………………………………………………………………………………
Please scan and email to [e-mail]
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Company Name ………………………………………………………………………………………
Contact Name ………………………………………………………………………………………
Telephone ………………………………………………………………………………………
Cell Phone ………………………………………………………………………………………
Address ………………………………………………………………………………………
Email ………………………………………………………………………………………
Date of new ownership ………………………………………………………………………………………
Serial No. ………………………………………………………………………………………
Please scan and email to [e-mail]
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Company Name ………………………………………………………………………………………
Contact Name ………………………………………………………………………………………
Telephone ………………………………………………………………………………………
Cell Phone ………………………………………………………………………………………
Address ………………………………………………………………………………………
Email ………………………………………………………………………………………
Date of new ownership ………………………………………………………………………………………
Serial No. ………………………………………………………………………………………
Please scan and email to [e-mail]
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Company Name ………………………………………………………………………………………
Contact Name ………………………………………………………………………………………
Telephone ………………………………………………………………………………………
Cell Phone ………………………………………………………………………………………
Address ………………………………………………………………………………………
Email ………………………………………………………………………………………
Date of new ownership ………………………………………………………………………………………
Serial No. ………………………………………………………………………………………
Please scan and email to [e-mail]
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Filling this section out and sending to us will enable IMS to notify the Ground Effect Fire Lighter owner of any new information or developments
relating to your Fire Lighter that would be of interest to you

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Operational Warnings
Warnings and cautions appear at appropriate sections throughout this manual
Please read these carefully
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Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or death.
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Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in serious injury or death.
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Indicates a situation that may result in minor to moderate injury as well as possible equipment damage
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Used to draw attention to a specific requirement, action or process.

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Fire Lighter Component Identification
Filler Cap
Agitator Handle (removable)
Lift Line Connection Points
Electrical
Supply Cable
Fuel Pump
Discharge Valve
Product Hopper
Fire Lighter Frame
Control
Enclosure

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Agitator handle
installed for agitating
Agitator handle used to
loosen the Filler Cap
Agitator handle used to
tighten the Filler Cap
Plan Views of Ground
Effect Fire Lighter
Ignition Coil
Earth Probe
High Tension Lead
Spark Probe
Product discharge port
Discharge Valve
Fuel Line
Breather hose
Gap distance 10-16mm (3/8-5/8”)

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Wing Folded Away
Wing Fixing
Latch
Pin Stowage Position
When Wing Deployed
Wing Fixing
Latch
Pin Position When Wing
Folded Away

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Pre-flight Safety Check List
Ground Effect Fire Lighters should receive a strict pre-flight inspection on every component according to the checklist
below before each flight, to ensure the safety and the quality of the operation.
Prior to testing or operation of the Ground Effect Fire Lighter, conduct a pre-operational briefing with the pilot and all
crew members. Safety, communications, responsibilities, operational procedures, hazard identification, and the
emergency response plan must be reviewed.
No.
Frame and Hopper
Check
Remarks
1
Check all fastenings on the valve, ensure all are tight.
2
Check the hopper is in good condition
3
Check that there are no cracks in the frame
4
Check Lift Cleats for cracks and any damage
No.
Fuel Pump and Hoses
Check
Remarks
6
Check hoses and fittings for mechanical damage causing leakage
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Ensure all fittings are secure
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Check Fuel Pump motor mount fastenings are tight and Fuel Pump is secure
to motor
No.
Wiring
Check
Remarks
9
Inspect the wiring for mechanical damage or lose connections
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Check the black plastic cable glands are tight on the Control Enclosure
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Check the electrical connector by the spreader bar on Lift Lines.
No.
Operation
Check
Remarks
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Ensure that the breather line is clear and has no kinks or obstructions
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Check the Filler Cap is secure once filled and the seal is in place.
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Inspect Lift Lines, Lift Line connections points and Spreader Bar
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Check the Discharge valve is clear and there is a gap between igniter probes
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The pilot is responsible for determining the flight speed according to the load, line length and acknowledging the
weather conditions

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Electrical
10amp Fuse for the Pump
5amp Fuse for the Ignition
Spark Board
Ignition Spark Board
Ignition Spark Isolator
Common Earth Post
Ignition Coil

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Pump Speed Control. This enables the pilot
to vary the flow of the discharge. This unit
can be located within the pilots reach.
Enclosure mounted on the rear of
the Ground Effect Fire Lighter.
Has a toggle switch on the left
hand side to isolate the ignition
spark so that the pump can run
without an ignition source. Used
when discharging unused gel and
for cleaning procedures

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Safe Operational Procedure when using a Ground Effect Fire Lighter
 Transport Fire Lighter to work location.
 Ensure that the Fire Lighter is in a well ventilated area clear of any other ignition sources
 Testing of the Igniter and the Fuel Pump can only be done prior to flight when there is no product, residue or
vapours in or around the Fire Lighter. Test only one item, either the Igniter or the Fuel Pump at a time by
ensuring the isolating switch or the other item is in the OFF position.
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Only test the Igniter if there is no fuel present
 Make sure there is no electrical or mechanical connection to the helicopter or anything else whilst filling.
 Remove the Filler Cap from the top of the Fire Lighter using the Agitator handle as shown in images on page
9. Be mindful of the seal that is beneath the Filler Cap and not to lose this.
 Fill the Fire Lighter as per the instructions of the product being placed in the Fire Lighter
 Once the Fire Lighter is filled, replace the seal and Filler Cap, tighten the Filler Cap using the Agitator handle.
 Place the Agitator Handle on hex shaft on the centre top of the Fire Lighter and then. Rotate the Agitator to
mix the solution in the Hopper
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Ensure that the electrical and mechanical connections between the Fire Lighter and the helicopter are disconnected
whilst filling
 Remove the Agitator handle and place in a safe location on the ground. Do not fly with handle engaged
 The discharge speed of the Fuel Pump is controlled by the pilot from the on board Speed Control
 Connect the Spreader bar to the helicopter cargo hook and connect the electrical power cable. Turn ‘ON’ the
Fuel Pump isolator (on Fuel Pump) and the Ignition isolator (on side of Control Enclosure).
 The Fire Lighter is ready to fly
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Do not test the operation of the Fire Lighter on the ground with product in it.

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Pack up Ground Effect Fire Lighter
 Pilot to land the Fire Lighter on the ground in the location that you wish to pack up.
 Pilot to back away from the Fire Lighter as the aircraft is lowering keeping the Fire Lighter in view at all times
during the landing process. Do not drag the Fire Lighter on the ground during this process.
 Once the pilot is in agreeance you may approach the helicopter from a safe angle and begin to unplug the
electrical connection and remove the Spreader Bar from the cargo hook.
 Now that the Fire Lighter has no connection to the helicopter, it can be carefully handled, always being mindful
that there may still be product inside the hopper and even if empty the hopper will still contain explosive
vapours.
Cleaning your Ground Effect Fire Lighter
 Always clean you Fire Lighter after use
 Ensure that the Ignition Isolator is switched ‘OFF’ during the cleaning process
 Clean should be performed in a well ventilated area
 If the hopper still contains product this should be pumped out into a fuel safe container.
 Soapy water should be used to clean the inside and outside of the hopper. Pump this water through the Fuel
Pump and Discharge Valve by powering the Fuel Pump from an independent 24vdc supply. Note; do not run
the pump more than 20 seconds with soapy water, just enough to clear the Fuel Lines and Discharge Valve of
the flammable product
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Do not run the Fuel Pump with just ‘water’, ensure that you use a soapy water solution to aid with lubricating the Fuel
Pump whilst the flammable product is being evacuated from the Fuel Lines and Discharge Valve
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Do not hose the Fuel Pump Motor, Ignition Coil or the Control Enclosure during the cleaning process. Use a damp
cloth for these areas

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Wire Lift Line inspection guidelines to look for
 Randomly distributed visible broken wires?
 Local groups of broken wires?
 Visible broken wires in the immediate vicinity of the rope termination?
 Localised decrease in the diameter of the Lift Line (core failure) less than 10%
 Uniform decrease in the rope diameter (wear) less than 10%
 Internal corrosion
 External corrosion
 Deformations
 Thermal damage

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Storage of your Ground Effect Fire Lighter
 Ground Effect Fire Lighters should always be stored in a well ventilated dry and secure place away from direct
sunlight.
Fault finding with Ground Effect Fire Lighter
 Fire Lighter not pumping?
 Is the Fuel Pump running
 Yes
 Check the Hopper contains product
 Check there is no damage to the Fuel Lines
 There could be a blockage in the Fuel Lines or Discharge Valve
 Check that the Breather Hose is clear and not obstructed
 Is the Fuel Pump running
 No
 Check the power supply from the helicopter
 Check the 10amp fuse in the Control Enclosure
 Check an obstruction within the Fuel Pump
 Ignitor not working
 Evacuate all of the flammable product and vapour from the Fire Lighter
 Ensure that it is safe to work on the fault
 Isolate the Fuel Pump
 Check the gap between the Earth and Ignition Probes
 Check the High Tension Lead connection to the Ignition Coil
 Check the Earth wire on the Top of the Discharge Valve has a sound connection
 Check 5amp fuse in the Control Enclosure

Speed Control Enclosure
Breakaway Plug
+24vdc, Constant, 10amp fused
0vdc, ground
24vdc, switched input, 1 amp
Speed Control
Circuit Board
Speed Control Outputs
24vdc, switched input, 1 amp
+24vdc, Constant, 10amp
Green/Yellow
5 Amp
10 Amp
Grey +
Yellow
Grey
Grey
+
-
+
-
STD_i1639 R1
Ignition Coil
Ignitor
Ground to Chassis
Blue
Green/Yellow
STD_i988 R1
Pump
Motor
Run
Supply
Ignition Spark Board
86
85
30
87
+ -
Spark On
Brown
Brown Brown
Blue
Blue
Blue
Blue
Brown
Green/Yellow
Green/Yellow
Black Black
Black
GreyGrey
Grey
Join
Join
Red
Switch On Motor
25 Amp
25 Amp
NTS
Relay
8/09/2020
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