Amerex C260CG Wet Chemical Fire Extinguisher

$273.00 & Free Shipping

5-Year manufacturer’s warranty
Stored pressure design
Polished stainless steel cylinders

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SKU: 27598 Categories: Class K (Kitchen), Fire Extinguishers

Description

Amerex WET CHEMICAL extinguishers are the best restaurant kitchen appliance hand-portable fire extinguishers you can purchase. Each model utilizes a specially blended potassium acetate base agent and has been tested and
approved by UL for restaurant kitchen hazards.

The recent trend to more efficient cooking appliances and use of vegetable-based cooking oils dictates the use of a hand-portable fire extinguisher with greater fire-fighting capacity and cooling effect to combat these very hot and difficult fires.

The Class K is available in two sizes; 6 liter or 2½ gallon—with attractive stainless steel cylinders and easy-to-use hose-and-spray application nozzles. The superior fire-fighting capability of the Wet Chemical agent is placed exactly where you aim it with no dry chemical residue to clean up.

Models C260 and C262 are the ideal “KITCHEN USE” fire extinguishers. They supplement existing cooking equipment automatic system protection for the extra margin of safety.

MODELS C260CG & C262CG COAST GUARD APPROVED *MUST USE 810CG BRACKET

Features

5-Year manufacturer’s warranty
Stored pressure design
Polished stainless steel cylinders– USCG models have durable high-gloss polyester powder paint coating
All stainless steel valve construction
Exclusive crevice-free, butt-welded cylinder
Tested on commercial deep-fat fryers to UL711 test protocol
Class 2A rated to meet fire code occupancy hazard requirements
Temperature range +40°F to 120°F

Additional information

Weight	0.01 lbs
Brand	Amerex
Size	2.5 GL

FAQ

What is a Class K fire extinguisher?

A Class k or wet chemical fire extinguisher is one specially designed to put out kitchen fires. These fires often involve cooking oils and fats that burn hotter than other fires.

Where are class k fire extinguishers used?

These Fire extinguishers are typically found in commercial kitchens but can be used in residential homes as well.

Where do you store a wet chemical fire extinguisher?

A wet chemical fire extinguisher should be stored indoors at room temperature to prevent them from freezing. If the wet chemical agent freezes it could damage the interior of the extinguisher and make it unstable.

How do you maintain a class k fire extinguisher?

Wet chemical fire extinguishers should be inspected and tested by a licensed expert at least once a year. Make sure to keep records of any maintenance on the extinguisher. These extinguishers should be recharged every 5 years.

How often should a Class K fire extinguisher be replaced?

Most experts say that your class k fire extinguisher should be replaced every 12 years.