Fire Extinguisher questions

[oldgasser]

Yah, the Element looks pretty cool for convenience. However, compared to the traditional extinguisher they are a bit pricey. $60+ for a 1 time use. I could see having them as a supplemental, but not T

 

[oldgasser]

The things that make the Element stand out:
1. No annual inspection or recertification. (Which saves $)
2. Light weight and easy to attach to cage tube.
3. Gives approximately 5 times more discharge than dry. Chemical.
4. Doesn't leave a mess behind like dry Chemical.
5. If you never have to use it, it will likely outlast your vehicle.
6. If you need it and don't have it, it will likely be a lot more expensive.

 

[tincangob]

I also have 3 in my house, one in my P1000, and one in my out-building. Just a tip, my good friend who is a fireman told my to turn my dry chemical extinguishers upside down and tap with a rubber mallet occasionally (like twice a year) to prevent the dry chemical from caking up. When you slowly turn the extinguisher back and forth, you should actually feel the chemical shift inside the extinguisher. In a jam, you can bang the extinguisher on something solid like the ground or floor to free the caking. Like everything else, regular inspection and maintenance will make sure the extinguisher is really going to work when you need it. I do wonder if those little extinguishers are big enough to do the job. I have a few larger extinguishers for my house and basement - 20 pounders.

 

[Rick49274]

I also have 3 in my house, one in my P1000, and one in my out-building. Just a tip, my good friend who is a fireman told my to turn my dry chemical extinguishers upside down and tap with a rubber mallet occasionally (like twice a year) to prevent the dry chemical from caking up. When you slowly turn the extinguisher back and forth, you should actually feel the chemical shift inside the extinguisher. In a jam, you can bang the extinguisher on something solid like the ground or floor to free the caking. Like everything else, regular inspection and maintenance will make sure the extinguisher is really going to work when you need it. I do wonder if those little extinguishers are big enough to do the job. I have a few larger extinguishers for my house and basement - 20 pounders.

Got my 20lb extinguishers from a retired fireman who is now in the business. He said almost the same though he didn't mention the mallet taps. That is one reason I am slowly transitioning to multiple Elements for vehicles and home.

 

[nomyth99]

Great question and discussion. I had a 2lb extinguisher mounted in the cab of my old Polaris. (Never had to use it.) With all of the things I've added to my new P3, I totally forgot about a fire extinguisher. I never heard of the Element Fire Extinguisher but it sounds perfect for a SxS.

 

[Harvey]

None of the above but a great question that I’m interested in hearing others answer

Two in my boat ,one in honda one in the rzr. One large in the cargo trailer one in the silverado

 

[HP700]

I thought that what the puddles,, ponds, stream crossing and lakes are for?
But seriously, Yes I keep one in the commercial work truck, One in the personal pick up truck, one in the shop garages , etc.

 

[Barry1275]

Road Warriors,

How many of you keep a fire extinguisher in your Honda? How about your tow vehicle? Finally, do you also have one with/in your trailer?

If you keep one in your OHV, how and where do you mount it in the vehicle? Anything else you can add, please do.

Thanks in advance.

s/f Steve

I have a quick release mounted on roll bar. Feel good knowing it's there.

 

[HavasuDave]

yes I use Element, one on the Talon, one in the 5Th Wheel and one in my airplane.

it’s great, no expiration, no checking gauge, no mess from a chemical fire extinguisher, no expensive rattling billet mount.

 

[rheaslip]

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[Bmurray]

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looks like a good project

 

[Jaybee1013]

One of the first accessories I bought for mine.

 

[petek5090]

Road Warriors,

How many of you keep a fire extinguisher in your Honda? How about your tow vehicle? Finally, do you also have one with/in your trailer?

If you keep one in your OHV, how and where do you mount it in the vehicle? Anything else you can add, please do.

Thanks in advance.

s/f Steve

Stay away from the rubber strap type if you live in an area that sees cold weather-they solidify and then you need channel locks to get the strap off.

 

[tincangob]

I'll bet this thread has made a lot of us give some thought to our extinguishers, and I must admit that I may add a couple in my autos. That picture of the burned out UTV sort of gets to you.

 

[lee]

Step one, get insurance.
Step two, get a fire extinguisher, if you want, for peace of mind.

I have some buddies that had a SxS catch fire.
Emptied there extinguisher and a riding buddies then stepped back and watched the vehicle burn to the ground.
The ratio of flammable stuff (plastic) to non-flammable is flipped from a car or truck.
By the time you notice a SxS is burning it's usally too late.

 

[crewcabrob]

I have insurance on my P520, but how successful will I be at finding one and getting paid for all of the accessories I added?

I guess I may end up with multiple Elements now.

 

[Bmurray]

I have insurance on my P520, but how successful will I be at finding one and getting paid for all of the accessories I added?

I guess I may end up with multiple Elements now.

This is my worry to find one

 

[Swampdog]

Mounted my fire extinguisher on the ROPS bar behind the driver's seat for easy access.

 

[papermaker]

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yes I use Element, one on the Talon, one in the 5Th Wheel and one in my airplane.

it’s great, no expiration, no checking gauge, no mess from a chemical fire extinguisher, no expensive rattling billet mount.

The only problem I see is that you have to stand almost on top of the fire to use it effectively.

 

[HavasuDave]

The only problem I see is that you have to stand almost on top of the fire to use it effectively.

Did you watch the video showing how it works on a car fire? No different than a standard extinguisher. Maybe not quite as much range.