This multi-purpose dry chemical extinguisher is UL rated 1-A, 10-B:C (meaning it is good for a small Class A fire (equivalent to 1.25 gallons of water) and can extinguish a Class B fire covering ...

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- Class B: Indicates that the extinguisher can extinguish an oil or grease fire. In the case of the Kidde Basic Use Fire Extinguisher we tested, the 10 indicates that it covers 10 square feet.

The C, as we mentioned, signals that it is also a class C fire extinguisher. The NFPA generally recommends having a 2-A:10-B:C in your main living area, plus one for every level of your home.

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The San Angelo Fire Marshal advises using ABC extinguishers for common fires and reminds it is illegal to light fireworks ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Fire extinguishers are not mandatory for private vehicles in the U.S, though car fires are more common than many think. Between 2018 and ...