Extinguisher Lost pressure

[H4B]

Extinguisher Lost pressure

Hi folks

I have a 1Kg dry powder fire extinguisher which has lost its charge (needle has moved out of green zone). Its three years old. Is it possible to get it re-charged or is replacement the best option.

Cheers

 

[Talbot]

Re: Extinguisher Lost pressure

possibly - depends on the make. dont forget that youare supposed to shake these every so often to try to prevent the powder clumping

 

[[3889]]

Re: Extinguisher Lost pressure

Some have a car tyre valve which you can charge from an airline. If not you could get it serviced but it would probably be as cheap to buy a new one.

 

[charliespan]

Re: Extinguisher Lost pressure

Wouldn't chance it. Probably lost pressure through an unseen pinhole
or valve seal failure , neither cost effective to repair.The contents
might also be a bit crusty after 3 years in marine environment.
There should be a "use by" date printed on it somewhere. Buy another one.

 

[oilyrag]

Re: Extinguisher Lost pressure

At this price new is it worth the bother?
http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/7013959.htm

 

[Neil_M]

Re: Extinguisher Lost pressure

Thanks, good deal - just replaced mine!