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Rollback - Kidde 5BC Fire Extinguisher, Model KD61W-5BC KD61W-5BC
$13.84 when purchased online. Original ($20.97)Shipping free over $35 purchase
This Kidde 5BC Fire Extinguisher has an easy-to-read gauge that tells you it is charged and ready to use. It features an easy-to-pull safety pin and a rust- and impact-resistant nylon handle with clear instructions on the label with graphics to show steps required to operate it. This aluminum fire extinguisher is ideal to have, giving you peace of mind in case of an emergency.
Regular Dry Chemical
UL listed
UL rated 5-B:C
U.S.C.G, DOT approved
Supplied with retention strap bracket
Sodium Bicarbonate
6 year limited warranty
Suitable for use on liquid & energized electrical firesonline
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Kidde-...hbdg=L1300
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B = oil, grease, etc
C = electrical
The number before an "A" is equal to 1.25 gallons of water. So a 4A extinguisher is as effective as 5 gallons of water.
The number before a "B" and/or "C" is equal to square foot of coverage. So a 5BC extinguisher provides 5sqft of coverage.
For the home, ABC is best, but if I had to choose only two classes for home use it would be an AB extinguisher. C fires cause A fires.
Also, I really recommend going with a larger size. You'd be shocked how quickly these tiny extinguishers run out of agent.
How should one properly dispose of a fire extinguisher?
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I've used it twice to help others and it works really well for smallish to medium types of fire (eg early stage). As with any fire once it gets to a certain size, it is up to the pros.
Also mount fire extinguisher and fire blanket away from any likely source of fire. Seen too many fire extinguishers under the sink (and often pushed back), delaying access. Plus, if you sink is next to the burning stove, you might not be able to run to towards the sink to get the fire extinguisher. Mount it at an entrance to the kitchen. Also consider one per floor, especially above ground level.
And while we're at it, replace the batteries in your smoke / CO detectors. Better yet, get a 10 year lithium battery (I wouldn't worry about those lithium batteries burning... if they do, it's likely after they did their job--hopefully.)
You NEED to consider what type and size of fire that you may need it for. The distance the fire department has to travel to you, etc.
If you have a medium to large fire, you should consider a larger extinguisher as you seriously want to put it out or minimize it.
It's like car insurance or homeowners' insurance and renters ' insurance... You may NEVER need it but when and if you do, what's the value including sentimental of what you're trying to protect.
If you have multiple rooms, consider that also.
Wrong kind for majority of household fires.
Not if it's a lithium fire those are crazy fires fire dep typically just contains just let's em burn out
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Sound advice