It is important to familiarise yourself with this procedure before a potential emergency. The instructions are printed on the extinguisher cylinder and should be referred to. However, as a standard guideline, stand 1.5 to 2 metres away from the fire and follow the four step PASS procedure:
- Pull the pin and hold the extinguisher with the nozzle pointing away from you.
- Aim low at the base of the fire.
- Squeeze the lever slowly and evenly to discharge the extinguishing agent. When the agent firsts hits, the fire may briefly flare up. This is to be expected.
- Sweep the nozzle from side to side, moving carefully toward the fire. Keep the extinguisher aimed at the fire.
If the needle on the pressure gauge of your fire extinguisher is in the green/full area, and the manufacture date is less than 10 years ago, your fire extinguisher is still safe to use.
Large amounts of powder can be swept up, then for smaller amounts of loose powder a vacuum cleaner can be used.
An extinguishers rating is the measure of its firefighting capability. An 'ABC' fire extinguisher is regarded as 'multi-purpose' and should be suitable for the types of fires most commonly found in the home or vehicle;
- wood, paper, textiles
- petrol, oil, paint
- flammable gases
For model PS1X-UK, this can be found printed around the neck of the cylinder (MM-YYYY). For any other model, please call Kidde Customer Service on 0800 917 0722 for further assistance.
Check your extinguisher label, but most dry powder extinguishers are safe for use on electrical appliances, but note that they may cause permanent damage to the electrical appliance, such as computer, microwave, etc… Please call Kidde Customer Service 0800 917 0722 for further information.
The model PS1X-UK can be stored between -30ºC to + 60ºC. Should you have an alternative model, please check your manual for this information.
The bracket almost certainly does fit and has been especially designed for quick and easy deployment. However if you are experiencing difficulties please call Kidde Customer Service for assistance 0800 917 0722.
Fire extinguishers have specific disposal requirements. In many cases, you can drop off the unit at your local council recycling centre where it will be disposed of safely. If the extinguisher still has pressure or powder content, you should empty it first before disposal.
Kidde recommends that after use (or at end-of-life after 10 years) fire extinguishers are disposed of safely and replaced with a new model.
Fire extinguishers have specific disposal requirements. In many cases, you can drop off the unit at your local council recycling centre where it will be disposed of safely. If the extinguisher still has pressure or powder content, you should empty it first before disposal.
Kidde ABC dry powder extinguishers use a chemical called mono-ammonium phosphate, a non-toxic agent that stops the fire's chemical reaction and inhibits reigniting in class A fires.
Rinse your eyes immediately with cold water for 15 minutes. If irritation persists consult a doctor. Do not swallow.
No - this is a pressurised container. We recommend that you contact your airline for further information.
No - for this type of fire a fire blanket should be used. Using a fire extinguisher is not recommended because the powerful spray could spread the hot oils and flames around the kitchen, resulting in increased danger.