Addendum 1- FOAM CAN

Question 1

Foam Can …physical characteristics?

Answer 1

AFFF (less time for extinguishment for Fluoroprotein)

• floats on flammable liquids
• cools and separates
• 2 1/2” gallons
• 30lbs
• 100 lbs of PRESSURE
• DISTANCE reach…35-45 feet
• freezes at 32 degrees

Question 2

Types of Fires?

Answer 2

Class B- pit fire/flowing flammable liquid fire/grease fire/car fire

Special Class A- tire fire /small rubbish fire

apply gently on surface of oil by placing finger over the nozzle (no need to deflect against backboard or side of tank)

Question 3

Types of Fires?

Answer 3

Class B- pit fire/flowing flammable liquid fire/grease fire/car fire

Special Class A- tire fire /small rubbish fire

apply gently on surface of oil by placing finger over the nozzle (no need to deflect against backboard or side of tank)

extinguisher is maintained upright

Question 4

Inspect extinguisher?

Answer 4

DAILY 
-corrosion
-cap/collar threads
-gasket
air pressure- 100 PSI

Question 5

RECHARGING?

Answer 5

• invert and squeeze lever to release residual pressure
• rinse throughly
• add 2 gallons of water
• SLOWLY add 10 ounces of 3% aFFF concentrate
• slowly add remaining water to reach mark inside extinguisher
• CHARGE TO 100 PSI
• invert several times to mix

LABEL with RECHARGE DATE

Question 6

Extinguishers not FULLY EXPENDED must be re-charged upon return to quarters…

Answer 6

AN extinguisher not used within 1 year AFTER CHARGING, must be emptied, refilled and recharged