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How long do fire extinguishers last?
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Fire extinguishers do not have an expiry date , however experts say that it is good to have your fire extinguisher inspected . Some people have them inspected monthly while others yearly. Some peoples opt to change the fire extinguisher after seven years to ensure that it is in good condition.
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There can be dry chemicals inside a fire extinguisher, like sodium bicarbonate or ammonium phosphate. There also are fire extinguishers that have foams or water inside of them. For
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The first fire extinguisher on record was patented in England in 1723, by Ambrose Godfrey. The modern fire extinguisher was invented by British Captain George William Manby in 1818.
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Cut off the oxygen. Suffocate it. Use water or dirt. Or cover it completely with something so that no oxygen can get to it, and it will go out.
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To use a fire extinguisher, you must first pull the pin on the top. Aim the extinguisher at the fire base and squeeze the lever slowly. Sweep the extinguisher across the fire to put
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