The Handflare MK8 conforms to SOLAS 74 as amended. Designed to withstand exceptional environmental exposure and to perform reliably even after immersion in water. Featuring a telescopic handle with improved grip, making it very compact for stowage. Easily extended for safe handling and operation by pull wire ignitor. Produces hot red flame for 60 seconds at 15000 candela.
Application
For use day or night the Pains Wessex Mk8 red Handflare is a short- range distress signal used to pinpoint position. May be carried on ships bridge and six are required to be fitted in ships lifeboats and liferafts. The handflare is suitable for use on other commercial and recreational boats. Also available is the Pains Wessex White Collision Warn-off Handflare which is for use day or night when a collision danger exists or for the illumination of small areas outside.
Operation
- Pull out red end until telescopic tube is fully extended and engaged.
- Unscrew red end cap and point away.
- Pull ball out sharply to fire.
- Hold at arms length. Point Downwind. End plug ejects after 2 seconds delay.
WARNING
- Produces red hot flame – do not point at people
- Do not fire in a confined space
- Keep out of reach of children
- Only for emergency use at sea
- If damaged or dented do not use
- Do not dismantle
- Keep away from source of heat
- Do not use after expiry date
DISPOSAL
- Pyrotechnics must be treated as hazardous items and must be disposed of responsibly in accordance with local regulations. For help and advice, visit our website www.painswessex.com
