Fire Extinguisher is the process of putting
out a fire by removing one
or more elements of the fire triangle: heat, fuel, or oxygen.
This can be done using
methods
like cooling (with water), smothering (with foam or CO₂), or
interrupting chemical reactions
(with dry chemicals).
A fire extinguisher features a pressurized cylinder, nozzle, safety pin, pressure
gauge, handle, and instructions for quick fire suppression.
Cylinder
Holds the extinguishing agent under pressure.
Nozzle/Hose
Directs the agent at the fire.
Safety Pin & Seal
Prevents accidental use; must be pulled to operate.
Pressure Gauge
Shows if the extinguisher is ready for use.
Handle & Trigger
Used to carry and activate the extinguisher.
Label
Indicates types of fire it can be used on and how to operate.
Mounting Bracket
Keeps the extinguisher securely stored and easy to access.