Portable pressurized water fire extinguisher, 2.4 Gal Strike First

2.5-gallon pressurized-water portable extinguisher, class A

The Strike-First 2.5-gallon (9.4-litre) pressurized-water portable extinguisher is ULC 2A rated and designed for class A fires: wood, paper and fabric. Its large capacity and powerful jet quickly extinguish solid-material fires, making it a reliable choice for schools, warehouses, businesses and buildings.

Its careful construction ensures exceptional durability and long life: polished stainless-steel cylinder with protective skirt, solid chrome-plated brass valve, sealed stainless-steel gauge, stainless-steel handles and siphon tube, and an oversized pull pin with retaining strap for fast activation. It ships empty (unpressurized) and is pressurized through its Schrader valve.

Specifications of the pressurized-water extinguisher

• Agent type: pressurized water (class A).

• Fire class: class A.

• ULC rating: 2A.

• Capacity: 2.5 US gallons (9.4 litres).

• Approval: ULC; compliant with NFPA 10 and DOT requirements.

• Discharge range: 45 to 55 ft (13.7 to 16.8 m).

• Discharge time: 50 seconds.

• Operating temperature: 4.4°C to 49°C (40°F to 120°F).

• Weight: 28 lb (12.7 kg).

• Material: stainless steel (chrome-plated brass valve).

• Manufacturer: Strike-First.

Fire classes and safety warnings

This extinguisher is designed exclusively for class A fires (wood, paper, fabric).

• Class B: do not use on flammable liquids or gases (class B).

• Class C: water is conductive, so do not use on energized electrical equipment (class C).

• Freezing: as the agent is water-based, protect the extinguisher from freezing.

Maintenance and inspection of the water extinguisher

Regular maintenance is essential to ensure the extinguisher's effectiveness.

• Monthly visual inspection: check the gauge pressure, the stainless-steel cylinder condition, and that the pin and retaining strap are intact.

• Annual check: a check by a certified professional ensures NFPA 10 compliance and extends product life.

• Recharge: any extinguisher used, even partially, must be recharged immediately.

• Freeze protection: store the extinguisher away from freezing.

FAQ about the pressurized-water extinguisher

What fires can it extinguish?

It is designed for class A fires involving wood, paper and textiles. Do not use it on flammable liquids, electrical equipment or metals.

What is its service life?

With regular maintenance, its life can exceed ten years thanks to its stainless-steel construction.

Is it compliant with fire safety standards?

Yes, it complies with NFPA 10 and meets DOT requirements, for reliable, certified protection.

Complete fire protection and signage

For complete fire protection, equip each at-risk area with an extinguisher matched to its fire class, mount it correctly and clearly mark it. Sylprotec offers the full range of portable extinguishers, brackets and cabinets to build a coherent setup.

Sylprotec also offers an inspection and maintenance service for portable extinguishers in the greater Montreal area, plus a full range of fire-protection signs to reduce reaction time.

Suggestions and accessories for your water extinguisher

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