How do water fire extinguishers work by?

How do water fire extinguishers work by?

How do Water Extinguishers work? Water and Water Additive Fire Extinguishers work by spraying a jet of water at the fire, which extinguishes the flames and the burning materials, preventing the fire re-igniting.

What does a water extinguisher do?

Water extinguishers are used on solids such as wood, paper, fabrics and other A class fire risks. The water cools the fire and extinguishes it. It penetrates into burning fabrics and can extinguish pockets of fire even deep in the core of the fire.

What is a water fire extinguisher best for?

Water fire extinguisher: Water fire extinguishers douse fires by taking away the heat element of the fire triangle. They’re used for Class A fires only. They’re most effective on Class A, B and C fires. CO2 fire extinguisher: Carbon dioxide extinguishers take away the oxygen element of the fire triangle.

Where can you use a water fire extinguisher?

Traditional water fire extinguishers are suitable for use on class A fires involving solid combustible materials such as wood, paper and textiles. Please note that modern water mist extinguishers with de-ionised water can also be used on B, C and electric fires. Only tackle small fires with an extinguisher.

What Colour are water fire extinguishers?

signal red

Can you use a water extinguisher on an electrical fire?

Water fire extinguishers have a red label and a class A rating. They are suitable for fighting fires involving solid combustibles such as wood, paper and textiles. Electrical equipment should be avoided when using a water extinguisher (unless water with additive are used).

Why is water not used to extinguish electrical fire?

NO, You should never throw water on an electrical fire because water conducts electricity and you could be electrocuted. If you don’t have a fire extinguisher, you can use baking soda to extinguish an electrical fire.