Licensed Fire Extinguisher Recharge & Disposal Services
When they need portable fire extinguisher recharging NYC businesses and store owners call Master Fire Systems.
Why Refill and Recharge a Fire Extinguisher? There are several reasons. Perhaps the fire extinguisher was recently discharged. Another reason is that the fire extinguisher has been damaged, is faulty or is missing parts. Over time a fire extinguisher cylinder can lose pressure or weight.
What many people do not know is that fire extinguishers need to be recharged periodically throughout their life, even if they haven’t been discharged. In the event that they have seen use, even if just a little, they need to be fully reserviced so as to maintain full pressure. Regardless, fire extinguishers need to be immediately recharged after each use.
There are three important factors that should give you when it comes to recharge or refillings versus disposal of fire extinguishers.
Further, there may be environmental factors may result in the fire extinguisher becoming depressurized, and thereby requiring to be serviced and recharged. For instance whether you’re in New England or South Florida, indoor or outdoor etc. Check the pressure gauge. The gauge will tell you whether the unit is undercharged, overcharged, or within the operational parameters. The main thing is that the needle on the gauge needs to point within the green area for optimal use.
Keep in mind, that you should only have a licensed fire protection services contract recharge your fire extinguishers. It isn’t something you can do yourself. The same goes for fire extinguisher disposal. You are not allowed by law to discard them along with common trash.
Keep in mind, that you should only have a licensed fire protection services contract recharge your fire extinguishers. It isn’t something you can do yourself. The same goes for fire extinguisher disposal. You are not allowed by law to discard them along with common trash.
Also, not every fire extinguisher is able to be refilled or a recharged. There are specific types of fire extinguisher that are suitable for a recharge. The cost can be anywhere from $20 to $50 – again by a certified and properly insured fire protection services contractor.
Lastly, it is a common misconception that most fire extinguishers have a 10-12 year life expectancy. This is partially false. Call Master Fire to find out what’s best for your business. Portable and disposable fire extinguishers should be replaced every 2-3 years though they are thought to be good for 10 years. To be on the safe side, we suggest the former.
Regardless do not attempt to recharge a fire extinguisher yourself. Here’s a great video on how Master Fire Systems recharges fire extinguishers:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PDwprcaDM1c
If they need portable fire extinguisher recharging service NYC business owners call Master Fire Systems at (917) 261-3710.
Licensed Fire Extinguisher Recharge & Disposal Services
Why Refill and Recharge a Fire Extinguisher? There are several reasons. Perhaps the fire extinguisher was recently discharged. Another reason is that the fire extinguisher has been damaged, is faulty or is missing parts. Over time a fire extinguisher cylinder can lose pressure or weight.
What many people do not know is that fire extinguishers need to be recharged periodically throughout their life, even if they haven’t been discharged. In the event that they have seen use, even if just a little, they need to be fully reserviced so as to maintain full pressure. Regardless, fire extinguishers need to be immediately recharged after each use.
There are three important factors that should give you when it comes to recharge or refillings versus disposal of fire extinguishers.
Further, there may be environmental factors may result in the fire extinguisher becoming depressurized, and thereby requiring to be serviced and recharged. For instance whether you’re in New England or South Florida, indoor or outdoor etc. Check the pressure gauge. The gauge will tell you whether the unit is undercharged, overcharged, or within the operational parameters. The main thing is that the needle on the gauge needs to point within the green area for optimal use.
You should only have a licensed fire protection services contract recharge your fire extinguishers. It isn’t something you can do yourself. The same goes for fire extinguisher disposal. You are not allowed by law to discard them along with common trash.
Keep in mind, that you should only have a licensed fire protection services contract recharge your fire extinguishers. It isn’t something you can do yourself. The same goes for fire extinguisher disposal. You are not allowed by law to discard them along with common trash.
Also, not every fire extinguisher is able to be refilled or a recharged. There are specific types of fire extinguisher that are suitable for a recharge. The cost can be anywhere from $20 to $50 – again by a certified and properly insured fire protection services contractor.
Lastly, it is a common misconception that most fire extinguishers have a 10-12 year life expectancy. This is partially false. Call Master Fire to find out what’s best for your business. Portable and disposable fire extinguishers should be replaced every 2-3 years though they are thought to be good for 10 years. To be on the safe side, we suggest the former.
Regardless do not attempt to recharge a fire extinguisher yourself. Here’s a great video on how Master Fire Systems recharges fire extinguishers:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PDwprcaDM1c
If you need to a fire extinguisher recharging service NYC business owners trust, Call Master Fire Systems at (917) 261-3710.