“Dry Chemical “smothers” the fire.”
Common Myths
Common Myth #12
“It’s OK to continue servicing old extinguishers as long as I can get parts that fit, or figure out how to make it work.”
Common Myth #13
“I provide my customers with what the code requires, nothing more, nothing less.”
Common Myth #14
“If a cylinder fails the visual inspection requirements, but passes the hydrotest, it’s OK.”
Common Myth #15
“I buy all of my “O” rings from an “O” ring supplier – they say they match perfectly and will work just fine.”
Common Myth #16
“The gauge is reading in barely in the green on the high/low side. The factory must have over/under pressurized the extinguisher.”
Common Myth #17
“I always recommend an ABC dry chemical since it will be safe to use on any fire they may have.”
Common Myth #19
“You can’t discharge water and dry chemical simultaneously during a fire incident.”
