Extinguisher Types

HOW TO IDENTIFY THE
PROPER FIRE EXTINGUISHER

Typical Water Extinguisher

Typical Dry Chemical Extinguisher

All ratings are shown on the extinguisher faceplate as to what type of Class the fire is designed.  Some extinguishers are marked with multiple ratings such as AB, BC and ABC.  These extinguishers are capable of putting out more than one class of fire.

- RECOMMENDATION -
Groton Township Fire Department recommends that homes have at least one five pound (5 lb) ABC rated fire extinguisher
in the home.  You should check the gauge every three months and extinguishers that are over five years old
need to be tested.  If you have any questions concerning extinguishers and use, please contact the fire department
at 419-483-7840 or e-mail chief@grotonfire.org

NOTE:
Multi-purpose (ABC-rated) chemical extinguishers (except Halon) leave a residue that can harm sensitive equipment, such as computers, electronic equipment and internal combustion engines.   Because of this, carbon dioxide or Halon extinguishers are preferred in these instances because they leave very little residue.  ABC dry powder residue is mildly corrosive to many metals.

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