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Do you need a fire extinguisher and don't know which one? This fire categories table will help you find the best product to suit your needs.
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Fire Categories |
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Fires caused by |
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Solids |
Combustion of solid materials of organic origin, which normally burn under production of embers, e.g. wood, paper, straw, textiles, coal etc. |
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Liquid |
Combustion of liquids or materials that liquify, e.g. petrol, fats, oils, paints, ether, paraffin etc. |
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Gas |
Combustion of gases, e.g. methane, propane, hydrogen, acetylene, gas etc. |
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Metal |
Combustion of metals, e.g. magnesium, lithium, sodium, potassium & their alloys etc. |
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Cooking Oil |
Combustion of cooking oil. |
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Electrical |
Electrical faults. |
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