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Say bye-bye to you ancient fire extinguisher's
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Like Melensdad, I'm interested. I have extinguishers of varying sizes in the kitchen, in the garage, in the shop, in the truck, in my car and in the barn. That thing looks small enough that it would be a lot more convenient in the vehicles at least.
ezroller
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Online. Amazon had them or you can order directly from the company.
Element - Fire Extinguishers
80% smaller & has 5x the discharge time of a traditional fire extinguisher. Makes no mess, requires no service and will not cause additional damage to any of your possessions.
elementfire.com
Like the product but at $80, I'll wait until they come down in price.
On a somewhat related note, did everyone take care of their Kidde extinguisher recall?
www.kidde.com
I think I had around 20 that needed replaced. They sent me new ones.
On a somewhat related note, did everyone take care of their Kidde extinguisher recall?
Fire Extinguishers Recall ID Guide | Kidde
In conjunction with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kidde announced a recall to replace certain fire extinguishers.
Thank You bczoom. I was not aware of the recall. I'll check mine today. I'm sure that I have some on that recall list.
No need here. I didn’t have any Kidde. I had mine all serviced last year.Like the product but at $80, I'll wait until they come down in price.
On a somewhat related note, did everyone take care of their Kidde extinguisher recall?
I think I had around 20 that needed replaced. They sent me new ones.Fire Extinguishers Recall ID Guide | Kidde
In conjunction with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kidde announced a recall to replace certain fire extinguishers.
I'm skeptical. Seen a bunch of this type of miracle extinguishers over my 35 years as fire officer. Couple of years and they disappear. Note: No <FM> or UL listing, so not acceptable to AHJ's in USA if you are required to have one, It's kinda like when I demonstrated a water hose putting out a liquid fuel fire. In the right setup you can show anything "as seen on tv".
One that comes to mind is a similar product: https://www.chimfex.us/ The smoke given off is supposed to displace the oxygen and the fires goes out. marginal results for me. I was given two by a sales droid. it worked on a small wood stove, but not on a larger fireplace.
try it in mild windy conditions.
try it in mild windy conditions.
I'm all for innovation. In the last few years, there have been some spectacular innovations in safety. But, as an engineer, I need a track record before endorsement. As I posted above, seen a bunch come then go.....
Watch Hellfighters with John Wayne, he uses dynamite to put out fires. The technical aspects of the film are essentially correct.
Watch Hellfighters with John Wayne, he uses dynamite to put out fires. The technical aspects of the film are essentially correct.
Kidde has had so many recalls I can't recommend them when people ask. Got toned out one night for "explosion and fire" "smoke filled house". the head blew off of the kidde extinguisher and filled the end of the house with fine particles that looked like smoke. Good commercial quality is cheaper in the long run.Like the product but at $80, I'll wait until they come down in price.
On a somewhat related note, did everyone take care of their Kidde extinguisher recall?
I think I had around 20 that needed replaced. They sent me new ones.Fire Extinguishers Recall ID Guide | Kidde
In conjunction with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kidde announced a recall to replace certain fire extinguishers.
That is what I have.
But these new Element solid extinguishers look like a long term bargain. No more recharging mt extinguishers every few years, no more inspections, etc. Last time I had my extinguishers inspected & recharged the 2 Kidde units I had got tossed out, that was late 2019.
BTW, if you have a rechargeable extinguisher due for it's hydro-test, the cost is the same whether empty or full. Great time to do some extinguisher training for employees or family. Your local Fire agency may be able to help for free..... give them a call.
Of course we all want to see your video of your test!