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Do not dispose of battery or devices with embedded batteries in a fire as they may explode. Once a year, a certified fire equipment dealer, in accordance with the service manual identified on the fire extinguisher label, should service the fire extinguisher. You dont want to mistakenly use a bc extinguisher on a class a fire, thinking that it was an abc extinguisher. Orders smaller than the required minimum have a longer lead time as we need to consolidate onto a stock order. Read the instructions on the fire extinguisher before you need it and know that it is the right one for the job.
There are also logs on which to record the inspections completions. How to use a fire extinguisher only attempt to fight a fire if it is small and contained, you have a means of escape at your back, you know what is burning and your instincts tell you its okay. We do not offer products for direct purchase to private commercial or individual users. For operation instructions on strike first portable fire extinguishers please refer to one or all of the following. The wrong type of extinguisher can be dangerous or life threatening. It includes a thorough examination for physical damage or condition to prevent its operation and any necessary repair or replacement.
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Fires which involve energized electrical equipment. Not a private commercial or individual user continue. Amerex is recognized worldwide as a leader in the manufacture of hand portable and wheeled fire extinguishers, preengineered automatic restaurant systems, vehicle fire suppression systems, gas detection, and industrial systems. Research report manual fire extinguishing equipment for. It is manufactured by the amerex orporation of trussville, alabama. Inspection is a quick check that a fire extinguisher is available and is in operating condition. Dry chemical extinguishers put out fire by coating the fuel with a. Fire extinguishers should be installed in plain view, above the reach of children, near an escape route and away from stoves and heating appliances. Brooks equipment only sells products to firelife safety equipment and service companies. Use the right type of extinguisher for fighting the fire.
If your extinguisher needs service this fire extinguisher is rechargeable by a certified fire equipment dealer, regardless of how much of the content was used. Using portable fire extinguishers osha safety manuals. Amerex corporation has manufactured quality and innovative firefighting products since 1971. The unit also has a green light that advises the operator of a charged and ready to operate system.
Owners service manual 05601 amerex fire international. A properly mounted fire extinguisher should be at every exit and near the engine compartment. This extinguisher should be inspected at regular intervals monthly or more often if circumstances dictate to insure that it is ready for use. A brief lesson on the classes of fire and how to use a fire extinguisher there are four classes of fires. Your local amerex fire equipment distributor is professionally equipped to help you evaluate and implement these recommendations.
Know what to do if you find a fire be able to correctly and safely select and use a. All fire extinguishers should be installed, inspected and maintained in accordance with the national fire protection association standard titled portable fire. Testing or any use may cause the extinguisher to gradually lose pressure and become ineffective. Fire is a rapid chemical reaction of oxidant with fuel. Such an ideal extinguisher has not been identified.
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