Details Title: 0701 Description: LP 170 Extinguishers Total Flash Cards: 33 Created: 09/26/2007 10:17:23		New Users: To study from this flashcard set, or to create your own your own study flash cards, REGISTER HERE. Existing Users: CLICK HERE. Additional Other Flashcards
Cards in this set: Term It's mandatory that firefighters possess a thorough __________ knowledge of the tools they utilize? Definition working Term The Pressurized DRY CHEMICAL extinguisher is made out of? Definition Heavy gauge steel hydrostatically tested to 600 PSI Term The Pressurized DRY CHEMICAL extinguisher has a nylon reinforced hose with nozzle which provides a _____ stream? Definition 60 deg. Term The Pressurized DRY CHEMICAL extinguisher shell is filled with ________ of dry chemical? What does is consist of? Definition 20 lbs. Baking Soda Term For the Pressurized DRY CHEMICAL extinguisher the average operator can extinguish a ___________? Definition 20 sq. ft. deep laer Class B fire Term What is the DRY CHEMICAL extinguisher pressurized to? Definition 165 PSI Term What are the uses for the Pressurized DRY CHEMICAL extinguisher? Definition Flammable gas Gas Liquified Gas Class A fires for rapid control Acid Spills Term Dry Chemical Extinguishers are approximately ___________ as effective as CO2? Definition 2 X's Term The cloud of the Pressurized DRY CHEMICAL extinguisher can be used as a heat shield and is similar to a ? Definition heat arrestor Term The discharge time for the Pressurized DRY CHEMICAL extinguisher is? Definition 10 seconds Term What is a safety concern with the Pressurized DRY CHEMICAL extinguisher? Definition Oxygen may drop to a dangerous levels in a confined area Term What department resources carry the Pressurized DRY CHEMICAL extinguisher? Definition Trucks and Engines Squads Fireboats Heavy Rescue Appparatus Airport Fire Rescue Apparatus Term Check the pressure of the DRY CHEMICAL extinguisher __________? Make sure it is between ________? Definition Daily 120 to 170 PSI Term Invert and shake The Pressurized DRY CHEMICAL extinguisher ______________ to prevent caking? Definition monthly Term Paint the shell of The Pressurized DRY CHEMICAL extinguisher __________? Definition Per company policy Term To recharge The Pressurized DRY CHEMICAL extinguisher forward a F175 tag to LAFD __________? Definition S & M Term The Air Pressure Type Extinuigher (water gun) is made out of ? What does it weigh? Definition Stainless steel 3.5 lbs. Term The Air Pressure Type Extinguisher (water gun) has a _____ capacity? Definition 2.5 gallon Term How far can the Air Pressure Type Extinguisher (water gun) reach? Definition 35 feet Term How long does the Air Pressure Type Extinguisher (water gun) last? Definition approximately 1 min Term What are the uses for the Air Pressure Type Extinguisher (water gun)? Definition Class A Materials only Term Why would you use wet water with the Air Pressure Type Extinguisher (water gun)? Definition wet water increaes the surface area Term What is the pressure supposed to be on the Air Pressure Type Extinguisher (water gun)? Definition 90 - 110 PSI Term Check the contents of The Air Pressure Type Extinguisher (water gun) when? Definition daily and after each use. Term The Air Pressure Type Extinguisher (water gun) is carried by? Definition Trucks Engines Squads Term The Carbon Dioxide Extinuisher has a ______ shell? Definition steel Term The Carbon Dioxide Extinguisher also has a _____ safety disc? Definition 135 deg Term What is the Net Content of the Carbon Dioxide Extinguisher? Definition 20 lbs Term What is the Discharge time of the Carbon Dioxide Extinguisher? Definition 60 seconds Term What are the uses for the Carbon Dioxide Extinguisher? When wouldn't you use it? Definition Volatile liquids and electrical fires Not effective on Metal fires Term When Operating the Carbon Dioxide Extinguisher apply the snow at the _______? Definition base or edge of the fire Term When do you weigh the Carbon Dioxide extinguisher? Definition Upon receipt After Use monthly Term When do you recharge the contents of the Carbon Dioxide Extinguisher? Definition when contents reach 15 lbs.