Purple K

Question 0

When using a wheeled dry chemical unit befor charging extinguisher you should ?

Answer 0

Stretch the entire amount of hose from unit approximately 100 ft
TB purpleK 3.2.1

Question 1

Purple k has demonstrated a superior extinguishing capability in combating ?

Answer 1

Methanol fires TB purpleK 1

Question 2

PurpleK is also a effective on what other fuel fires?

Answer 2

Gasoline, diesel and compressed gas

TB purpleK 1

Question 3

Purple K hand held extinguisher weights? Discharge time? Discharge range? Covers approximately how much square foot? Temperature restrictions are?

Answer 3

Weights 52 pounds (27lbs purpleK), range 19-20 feet, 11 seconds, approximately 30 square feet and ext can be used -40 to 120degrees TB purpleK 2.2

Question 4

How shall you approach a fire requiring purple k and how shall you apply dry chemical?

Answer 4

Approach from upwind, @a45 degree angle to the ground, stop 10-12 ft, direct stream 6” ahead of flame edge, rapid side to side, direct at base of fire never chase the fireball
TB purpleK 4.1