03-26-2022, 11:53 PM
Thanks for referring to me, Brad.
Fire extinguishers are different, in terms of usage (one time versus rechargeable) and servicing.
Generally, the better Amerex extinguisher can be serviced at 6 years for around $20. This is new seals, agent, and pressure check.
Some of the expensive agents, such as the HFC used in the Sea Fire, is stable enough to it warrant servicing like a dry Chem would; it doesn’t compact. The big concern is that the unit is holding pressure. So, if the gauge is still in the green range, there’s really no risk of the agent and extinguisher being able to discharge its contents.
So, the last component would be to make sure the sprinkler head is clean enough free of obstruction or debris that could delay its activation.
I have not problem with an extinguisher that’s many years old but had retained its pressure and have successfully discharged extinguishers that are as much as 15 years old.
Fire extinguishers are different, in terms of usage (one time versus rechargeable) and servicing.
Generally, the better Amerex extinguisher can be serviced at 6 years for around $20. This is new seals, agent, and pressure check.
Some of the expensive agents, such as the HFC used in the Sea Fire, is stable enough to it warrant servicing like a dry Chem would; it doesn’t compact. The big concern is that the unit is holding pressure. So, if the gauge is still in the green range, there’s really no risk of the agent and extinguisher being able to discharge its contents.
So, the last component would be to make sure the sprinkler head is clean enough free of obstruction or debris that could delay its activation.
I have not problem with an extinguisher that’s many years old but had retained its pressure and have successfully discharged extinguishers that are as much as 15 years old.
Steve & Janice Vance
2015 Newell #1524
Glendora, CA