DIFFERENT TYPES OF PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

Ordinary Combustibles

Fires in paper, wood, drapes and upholstery require a water type extinguisher labeled “A”

A

Flammable Liquids

Fires in fuel oil, gasoline, paint, grease in a frying pan, solvents and other flammable liquids require an extinguisher labeled “B”.

B

Electrical Equipment

Fires started in wiring, overheated fuse boxes, conductors, and other electrical sources require an extinguisher.

C

DMetals

Certain metals such as magnesium and sodium require special dry powder extinguishants labeled “D”.

THIS IS HOW MOST FIRE EXTINGUISHERS WORK

•PULLPull the pin.

Some units require the releasing of a lock latch, pressing a puncture lever, inversion or other motion.

•AIMAim the extinguisher nozzle (horn, or hose) at the base of the fire.

• SQUEEZE

SQUEEZE OR PRESS THE HANDLE.

•SWEEPSweep from side to side at the base of the fire. Watch for reflash. Discharge the contents of the extinguisher.