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A portable fire extinguisher will take between 10 and 60 seconds to be empty, unless it is larger than 40 pounds.
A fixed fire extinguisher may last between 40 seconds and four minutes (the latter to fill an airplane hangar with high-expansion foam).
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How many seconds of fire fighting material are in a home fire extinguisher?
12-15
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 many words can you make from the phrase gator fire extinguisher?
You can make over 200 words just from "extinguisher". so "gator fire extinguisher" would have many more than that.
How many feet should a fire extinguisher be kept from trash cans linen carts etc?
Many fire codes require a fire extinguisher within 75 feet of such combustibles.
Where can I purchase a fire extinguisher for a boat?
There are many local stores where you can purchase a fire extinguisher for a boat buy you can also purchase one on Amazon.
What companies provide fire extinguisher inspection services?
There are many companies who provide fire extinguisher inspection services. Some of these companies include DiVal Safety, Spectrum for Fire Protection, Fess Inc, and Fire Systems.
How many fire extinguisher are required aboard an foot powerboat?
One
Why do you need a fire extinguisher in the kitchen?
Many fires start in the kitchen- cooking.
How many fire extinguisher ratings are there?
Five. A B C D and K
What is good technique when operating a fire extinguisher?
Aim the fire extinguisher at the base of the flames, and sweep back and forthMore specifically:Trigger the fire alarm if not already done.Have others leave the area.Make sure you can get out safely and not be trapped.Select a fire extinguisher type according to what is burning.Pull the pinAim the nozzle at the fuelSqueeze the handleSweep from the edges toward the centerRepeat, as necessary, with another extinguisher, if you have one.
What does the number in front of the b rating represent on a fire extinguisher?
Under the US standards for fire extinguisher testing and labeling, the number tells you approximately how many square feet of flammable liquid surface can be covered using the fire extinguisher properly. For example, 40B would mean 40 square feet.
What type of fire would you use a powder fire extinguisher for?
There is no liquid powder extinguisher on the market.
