2kg, 3kg, 4.5kg, 6.5kg, 9kg, 22.5kg
CO2 extinguishers are predominantly used for electrical & electronic fire risks and are usually the main fire extinguisher type provided in computer server rooms. They also put out Class B fires (flammable liquids, such as paint and petroleum products).
Label Colour: – Black
Use for: – Flammable liquids, like paint, petrol, solvents etc. – Electrical fires & electronic fires
Do not use for: – Kitchen fires – especially chip-pan fires – Combustible materials like paper, wood or textiles – Flammable metals
How CO2 extinguishers work: CO2 extinguishers suffocate fires by displacing the oxygen the fire needs to burn.
Types of premises/business who may need CO2 extinguishers: – Premises with electrical & electronic equipment, such as: o Offices o Kitchens o Construction sites o Server rooms
Where to locate CO2 extinguishers: – Place near to the source of the fire risk and/or near the fire exits.
WARNING: Strictly not for electrical fires.
Specification: SI: 15683 - 2018 & 16018