Assuming the fire is caused by an electrical problem, you would need a class c extinguisher.
You need to use a Class B extinguisher on flammable liquids.
A Class C fire extinguisher.
A Class C fire extinguisher.
class c fire extinguisher
Foam, dry powder or CO2 gas- a Class B extinguisher
A Class B fire extinguisher. Below is an article about the different types of fire extinguishers.
A class C fire is an electrical fire. A class C extinguisher is approved for electrical fires.
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Class A fires.
Ordinary burning solids (wood, cloth) would need a water extinguisher (Class A). Burning metallic solids (lithium, magnesium) would need a special power found in Class D fire extinguishers (in the USA). A Class ABC extinguisher would also work on ordinary combustibles (Class A fire), but not on Class D solid fires.
A controlled fire would be easier to aim at, so a candle.
Class D