TOOLS 1 - PRESSURIZED WATER EXTINGUISHER

Question 0

PRESSURIZED WATER EXTINGUISHER

How many gallons are in the pressurized water extinguisher?

Answer 0

2 1/2 gallons

Question 1

PRESSURIZED WATER EXTINGUISHER

What is the apprx weight of the pressurized water extinguisher?

Answer 1

Apprx 30 pounds

Question 2

PRESSURIZED WATER EXTINGUISHER

The pressurized water extinguisher has an operating pressure of _______ @ ________ degrees Fahrenheit, water is expelled in _________ seconds.

Answer 2

The pressurized water extinguisher has an operating pressure of 100 psi @ 70 degrees Fahrenheit, water is expelled in 55 seconds.

Question 3

PRESSURIZED WATER EXTINGUISHER

The water extinguisher should be hydrostatically tested every _______ years or when __________.

Answer 3

5 years or anytime the extinguisher shows evidence of corrosion or mechanical damage.

Question 4

PRESSURIZED WATER EXTINGUISHER

TRUE/FALSE

Using the extinguisher with a finger over the nozzle should only be used at very small or smoldering fires where there is no detectable thermal draft created by the fire.

Answer 4

TRUE

Question 5

PRESSURIZED WATER EXTINGUISHER

Uses of the pressurized water extinguisher:

Answer 5

• class A fires
• cool a burned victim or member
• temporarily protected members operating in fire conditions

Question 6

PRESSURIZED WATER EXTINGUISHER

TRUE/FALSE

Water extinguishers should never be used on or about energized electrical fire situations to avoid electrical shock injury.

Answer 6

TRUE

Question 7

PRESSURIZED WATER EXTINGUISHER

When is the pressurized water extinguisher inspected?

Answer 7

Daily and after each use

Question 8

PRESSURIZED WATER EXTINGUISHER

Inspection procedures of pressurized water extinguisher:

Answer 8

• inspect for signs of leakage, corrosion or physical damage
• inspect for heat exposure
• condition of cap and collar threads
• examine the discharge hose and nozzle
• serviceability of the gasket
• ensure pressure gauge pointer is in the green
• check hydrostatic test date
• lift extinguisher to determine its fullness

Question 9

PRESSURIZED WATER EXTINGUISHER

A pressurized water extinguisher that is placed out of service is sent where?

Answer 9

Technical services division with an attached rt-2

Question 10

PRESSURIZED WATER EXTINGUISHER

What protection should be worn when recharging the pressurized water extinguisher?

Answer 10

Eye protection

Question 11

PRESSURIZED WATER EXTINGUISHER

The regulated extinguished pressurization SOURCE should never be set higher than ______ psi.

Answer 11

125 psi