How do I operate the 2Kg Portable Fire Extinguisher for quick response to a small fire?

1. Check the fire extinguisher
Before operating the 2Kg Portable Fire Extinguisher, a comprehensive inspection is a key step to ensure its effectiveness. Checking the pressure is crucial. The pressure gauge of the fire extinguisher is usually divided into three areas: red, green, and yellow. The green area indicates that the pressure is normal and can be used safely; the red area means that the pressure is insufficient and the fire extinguisher may not be able to spray enough fire extinguishing agent; the yellow area indicates overpressure. Although it does not necessarily mean that the fire extinguisher cannot be used, it should be treated with caution to avoid explosion caused by using it under extreme high temperatures. It is equally important to check the integrity of the accessories, including whether the nozzle is blocked, whether the pressure handle is loose, and whether the latch is firm, etc. These will directly affect the use effect of the fire extinguisher. Furthermore, checking the integrity of the bottle is a prerequisite for ensuring safety. Observe whether the bottle has rust, deformation or cracks, which are potential safety hazards. Checking the validity period cannot be ignored. Fire extinguishers usually have a service life. After the expiration, even if the appearance is intact, the internal fire extinguishing agent may have expired and cannot achieve the expected fire extinguishing effect. Performing these detailed inspections before each use is the basis for ensuring the smooth progress of firefighting operations.

2. Use a fire extinguisher
Once you have confirmed that the fire extinguisher is in good condition, the next step is to use it correctly to extinguish the fire. Take out the fire extinguisher and quickly move to a safe position near the fire source, preferably upwind or crosswind of the fire source to avoid being directly attacked by smoke or flames. Next, pulling out the safety pin is the first step to activate the fire extinguisher, which usually involves rotating or directly pulling out the safety pin to ensure that it can be completed quickly in an emergency. Hold the hose and make sure it will not bend or break due to improper operation, which is directly related to whether the fire extinguishing agent can be sprayed smoothly. Next, aiming at the root of the flame is the key, because the root of the flame is the source of the fire, and direct spraying can more effectively cut off the source of the fire. Grip the pressure handle firmly, adjust the spray angle and strength according to the size of the fire, and continue to press until the flame is completely extinguished. During this process, moving left and right to sweep can expand the spray range, ensure that all parts of the flame are covered, and improve the efficiency of fire extinguishing.

3. Precautions
When operating the 2Kg Portable Fire Extinguisher, you should also pay special attention to the following points: Keeping calm is the first principle. Even in an emergency, you should try to stay rational and avoid making wrong decisions due to panic. Wearing protection is also necessary, especially when dealing with fires caused by flammable and explosive substances such as oils and chemicals. Wearing appropriate protective equipment can effectively reduce the risk of injury. At the same time, the evacuation route should be planned in advance to ensure that you can evacuate to a safe area quickly when the fire gets out of control. It is also important to continuously monitor the source of the fire. Even if the flames are initially extinguished, you should remain vigilant because some substances may reignite in a short period of time. For a period of time after the fire is extinguished, the fire source area should be continuously observed to ensure that the fire is completely under control. If the fire is too large or beyond personal handling ability, you should immediately stop the firefighting action, call the fire department and evacuate to a safe area, waiting for the arrival of professional firefighting teams.