A dry chemical fire extinguisher is a common fire extinguisher that is filled with a dry chemical fire extinguishing agent inside. There are many types of dry chemical fire extinguishers, such as portable, cart, and pendant, etc. These fire extinguishers are suitable for extinguishing solid, liquid and gas fires, as well as electrical equipment fires.
The main features of dry powder fire extinguishers are easy to use, good fire extinguishing effect, wide range of application, etc. When using a dry chemical fire extinguisher, the following points should be noted:
1.First and foremost, make sure you're safe. Before extinguishing a fire, ensure the safety of yourself and those around you to avoid the fire from spreading or creating other hazards.
2.Secondly, choose the right fire extinguisher. Choose the appropriate fire extinguisher according to the type of fire source, such as paper, wood and other combustibles can use ABC type dry chemical fire extinguisher, electrical equipment fire should use BC type dry powder fire extinguisher or carbon dioxide fire extinguisher.
3.Then, use the fire extinguisher properly. Before use, shake the fire extinguisher to ensure that the dry powder is loose. Pull out the safety pin, then aim at the fire source and press the pressure knob to spray. During use, care should be taken to keep a safe distance to avoid being scalded by fire or hot gas.
4.Finally, pay attention to the maintenance of fire extinguishers. Regularly check whether the pressure and dry powder of the fire extinguisher are sufficient, and replenish or replace the dry powder in time. At the same time, the fire extinguisher should be stored in a dry, ventilated place away from direct sunlight or humid environments.
In conclusion, a dry chemical fire extinguisher is a very practical fire extinguisher, but it is necessary to pay attention to safety and correct use during use. It is of great significance to understand the characteristics and scope of application of dry chemical fire extinguishers and master the correct use methods to extinguish fires and protect the safety of life and property.