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There are 5 different types of fires. Class A,B,C,D, and K.
For a Class C fire, (electrical fire) you would not want to put out that fire with a fire extinguisher that was water in it. Water and electricity is not a good mix.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 13y agoBecause there is different types of fire. There is a Class A, B, C, D, and K type of fire. So they made different kinds of fire extinguishers for each class of fire. There are several fire extinguishers that cover multiple classes, but not all.
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How would you know how to use a fire extinguisher and what types of fire it may be used?
Read the label on the extinguisher.
How would you know how to use a fire extinguisher and on what types of fire would it be used?
Read the label on the extinguisher.
What fire extinguisher to use for a gas fire?
A Class B fire extinguisher. Below is an article about the different types of fire extinguishers.
What gas is insise a fire extinguisher?
Many different types of fire extinguishers exist and many different gases are used. A water extinguisher may contain pressurized air. Other types use carbon dioxide or compressed nitrogen. There are also halogenated extinguishers containing proprietary mixtures of fire-suppression gases.
Will all types of fire extinguisher bottles put out all categories of fires?
Not all fire extinguishers will put out all fires. You must check your fire extinguisher to make sure that is equipped for all fires since different fires must be put out different ways.
How would you know how to use a fire extinguisher and on what types of fires it may be used?
Read the label on the extinguisher.
How can a fire extinguisher can be marked?
A fire extinguisher is typically red, so it's easy to spot. It is marked with information identifying the type of extinguisher it is, such as dry powder or foam. It will also indicate the types of fires it is appropriate for.
How can fire extinguisher be marked?
A fire extinguisher is typically red, so it's easy to spot. It is marked with information identifying the type of extinguisher it is, such as dry powder or foam. It will also indicate the types of fires it is appropriate for.
What are fire extinguisher used for?
A fire extinguisher is a cylindrical metal container which is used to put out fires. It usually contains a foam or vaporizing liquid. The contents are pressurized in order to produce a powerful spray of water, foam or powder to put out a fire.Have you ever realized how important fire extinguisher safety is for you and your family? When you are planning ahead and preparing for emergencies, you will want to purchase fire extinguishers for your home, and for each of your cars. The more you have the safer you are!Do you have home fire extinguishers on hand and ready in case of a fire?Fire extinguishers should be ready and available in several places throughout your home. The first place to have a fire extinguisher is near your stove. Make sure that your kitchen fire extinguisher is not too close to the stove, due to the fact that a fire may occur and you may not have access to the fire extinguisher because of the flames. The best location for your fire extinguisher will be between six and eight feet away from the stove.The garage would be another good location for a fire extinguisher. There are many types of fires that can start in a garage so you would want to have your fire extinguisher easily accessible.Knowing that you have fire extinguishers in several key places throughout your home will help you and your family to be better prepared for a fire emergency.How to use a home fire extinguisher:Remove the fire extinguisher from its mount.Hold the fire extinguisher while pulling out the pin. (do not squeeze the trigger while pulling the pin)Aim the fire extinguisher at the base of the fire.Squeeze the trigger and spray back and forth over the fire.Remember that there are different types of home fire extinguishers, some of them have a small hose to aim at the fire, while the smaller units have just a nozzle.Another thing to remember is you should learn how to use a fire extinguisher before a fire occurs. It is not a good idea to try and read the instructions while you are in an emergency situation.FOR MORE INFORMATION AND VIDEO GO TO:http://www.emergencysuppliesinfo.com/home-fire-extinguishers.html
What puts out a fire faster water or a fire extinguisher?
Trick question, if the fire extinguisher is full of water, such as a Class 2A. However, a fire extinguisher is designed to put out a small fire quicker than anyone can respond with a hose and a water supply. Unfortunately, many fires react violently when water is applied to them, so a different type of fire extinguisher must be used.
How fire extinguisher is able to control fire?
A fire extinguisher is meant to extinguish a fire, or at least a portion of the fire within the fire extinguisher's capacity.
Diagram of fire extinguisher?
how does a fire extinguisher work
