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- First recorded fire extinguisher patent: 1723 (England)
- 1818 fire extinguishing solution: Pearl ash
- 1881 fire extinguishing solution: Sodium bicarbonate and sulfuric acid
- 1912 fire extinguishing solution: Carbon tetrachloride
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Fire extinguishers are essential fixtures of the home and place of business, as they make it possible for individuals to put out small fires before they spread. Most fire extinguishers used in the United States are fire engine red in color, cylindrical in shape, and contain pressurized foam-, chemical- or water-based agents discharged via a handle squeezed by the user.
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Types of Fires and Their Symbols
- Class A fires burn normal combustible solids
- Class A symbol: Green triangle
- Class B fires burn flammable liquids and gases
- Class B symbol: Red square
- Class C fires burn electrical equipment
- Class C symbol: Blue circle
- Class D fires burn combustible metals
- Class D symbol: Yellow pentagram
- Class K fires burn cooking oils
- Class K symbol: Black hexagon
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Fire Extinguisher Questions
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one thing is certain...microwaves go up FAST when on fire. luckily fire extinguisher was charged.
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Behold! I have bent the program to my will... erm. no, check that... someone get the fire-extinguisher...
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Just realised, don't have a fire extinguisher bugger... What can I use instead? *goes on the hunt in the basement*
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RT @djteenwolf RT @Johnny_Siera Sorry Mr Muscles but I disagree. I ABSOLUTELY think letting off a fire extinguisher in a club is hilarious.
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RT @Johnny_Siera Sorry Mr Muscles but I disagree. I ABSOLUTELY think letting off a fire extinguisher in a club is hilarious.
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