pressurized water extinguisher

Question 0

The water extinguisher shall be hydrostatic ally tested when?

Answer 0

At 5 yr intervals or anytime the ext shows signs of corrosion

Question 1

How many gallons of water in can?

Operating pressure of can?

Water expelled out if can in how long?

Answer 1

• 2 1/2 gallons
• 100 psi @ 70 degrees
• 55 seconds

Question 2

Can you always use your finger over the nozzle to create a spray effect?

Answer 2

Finger over the nozzle should only be used at very small or smoldering fires where there is no detectable thermal draft. Thermal draft may cause the spray to become steam and possibly burn user

Question 3

Can water extinguisher be used to cool a burned victim or member?

Answer 3

Yes

Question 4

Can the water extinguisher ever be used on or about energized electrical equipment?

Answer 4

Never

Question 5

The pressurized water ext should be inspected when?

Answer 5

Daily and after each use

Question 6

If extinguisher oos what do u do?

Answer 6

Rt-2 and sent to tech service

Question 7

How do u recharge water ext?

Answer 7

Always ensure all pressure is properly relieved from ext prior to attempting to recharge. Eye protection should be worn. Regulatory extinguisher source should never be set at higher that *125 psi (different than 100). Never stand in front of ext gauge or stand over valve during pressurization. The apparatus has a 1 way valve to prevent water from entering the break system.

Question 8

Can a can explode?

Answer 8

Yes. An abandoned water can heated and surrounded by flames could be dangerous (bomb)