Posted on 26th Feb 2014 @ 9:45 PM

Wet Chemical Fire Extinguishers supplied by Discount Fire extinguishers are designed to be used on Class F Fires.  A Class F Fire usually involves cooking oils and fats, such as lard, olive oil, sunflower oil, maize oil and butter and lard. This fact means that Wet Chemical Fire Extinguisher are usually found in larger kitchen environments like Hotels, restaurants, hospitals or schools. Fire extinguishers like water, powder and CO2 may not always be useful in this type of environment and may even prove to be more dangerous.

How Wet Chemical Fire Extinguishers Work

The wet chemical fire extinguisher snuffs out the flames, cools the burning oil and seals the surface preventing any re-ignition. The wet chemical fire extinguisher is also easy to use, producing a gentle but extremely effective spray which helps prevent hot oil from splashing on the person using it.

All wet chemical Fire Extinguishers from Discount Fire Extinguishers are;

• CE Marked
• Squeeze Grip Operation
• Corrosion resistant
• 5 year manufacturer's guarantee

Things To Think About When Choosing A Fire Extinguisher

When you are choosing the wet chemical fire extinguisher, you need to consider a few things.

1. Is this the correct type of fire extinguisher of the area you intend it to be sited?
2. Will the size of fire extinguisher I have chosen be enough to deal with any fire that may occur in this area?
3. Have I got the fittings to mount the fire extinguisher securely?
4. What fire safety signage is required where this fire extinguisher will be mounted?
5. Do I need to train staff how to use the fire extinguisher?

As well as the Class F fires that they are designed for Wet chemical fire extinguishers are also suitable for fires involving solid combustible materials (wood, paper, straw, coal and textiles) known as Class A fires and flammable liquids known as Class B fires.

If you are in need of advice about the suitability of the wet chemical fire extinguisher in your premises please contact Discount Fire Extinguishers.