two fire extinguishers

Carbon Dioxide fire extinguishers are loaded with non-flammable carbon dioxide gas under high pressure. A CO2 extinguisher may be identified by its strong horn and the absence of a pressure gauge. When you use one of these extinguishers, the pressure in the cylinder is so high that chunks of dry ice may erupt out the horn.

Carbon dioxide puts out fires by displacing oxygen and removing the oxygen element from the fire triangle. As the carbon dioxide leaves the extinguisher, it is very cold, so it cools the gasoline as well. CO2s may be inefficient at extinguishing Class A flames because they do not displace enough oxygen to put the fire out completely.

Application of CO2 Fire Extinguisher

CO2 fire extinguishers are mostly used to put out electrical fires, although they are also suited for Class B liquid fires and can be utilized in a variety of ways depending on the kind of fire. Carbon dioxide extinguishers should not be used in tiny spaces since CO2 gas is toxic at only 4% concentration and can kill at just 8%.

What are the Possible Hazards?

In a tight environment, the major hazard with CO2 extinguishers is that they will generate chaos. They deprive a fire of oxygen, but they also limit the quantity of oxygen available for breathing in a confined environment.

Again, if youngsters will be near the fire extinguisher, you must be cautious of an accidental discharge. If the source of the fire is not extinguished, the fire may re-ignite once the CO2 has dissipated. They must have frost-free handles and never be used to put out grease or cooking oil flames.

Procedure on How to Use the CO2 Fire Extinguisher

The tamper seal will be broken if you pull the safety pin.

If the horn is not frost-free, do not hold it since it becomes extremely cold during usage and can cause serious frost burns. To avoid this, only purchase CO2 extinguishers with frost-free horns like ours at Fire Safety PH.

To start firing the extinguisher, squeeze the lever. Please be aware that the CO2 extinguishers emit a loud discharge noise, which is to be expected.

Where to Aim the Fire Extinguisher At

  • Flammable liquids: Aim the horn at the fire’s base and make your way across the arena. Take cautious not to spray the flaming liquid with the CO2 extinguisher’s strong jet.
  • Electrical apparatus: To avoid re-ignition, turn off the power where it is safe to do so, and then point the horn squarely towards the flames.

It’s important to keep in mind that a CO2 extinguisher has a very limited discharge duration.

Ensure that the whole fire has been extinguished, as re-ignition is common when using a CO2 extinguisher. After usage, CO2 gas escapes, and if the fire is still very hot, it may re-ignite.

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    We carry an array of extinguishers such as ABC Dry Chemical and Class D fire extinguishers that are suitable for use on different classes of fire.

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  • Fire Hose

    Single jacket, double jacket and forestry fire hoses that are tough and durable.

  • Fire Hydrants

    Fire hydrants play a vital role in the firefighting process. They give firefighters access to a steady supply of water when putting out a fire.

  • Fire Suppression Systems

    Fire suppression systems are used to extinguish or stop the spread of fire through the use of dry chemicals and wet agents.

Why Choose Fire Safety PH?

High-Quality Products

Here at Fire Safety, we carry a range of high-quality, effective fire safety equipment that are designed to offer you maximum protection against fires. 

Commitment to Your Safety

We are dedicated to helping you understand the importance of fire safety. This helps you prevent and reduce the chances of a fire.