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 TM 55-1925-273-10-2
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4.
If possible, approach the fire from the windward side. Hold the cylinder (figure 1, item 3) in one hand, and the nozzle
(figure 1, item 4) in the other.
5.
Squeeze the grip on the nozzle firmly (figure 1, item 4) and direct the dry chemical at the base of the fire in a wide
sweeping side-to-side motion. The extinguisher has a range of about 13 to 22 feet (4 to 6.7 meters).
6.
Extinguish all of the flames in your area before moving in further. If the fire appears to be too large, or if there is a
possibility of being surrounded by flames, wait for assistance before going any further.
7.
Do not economize on the dry chemical. Use as much as needed to extinguish the fire. Remember that if two extinguish-
ers do not put out the fire, use a fire hose.
8.
Get a fire hose to the scene as soon as possible, and use it for the reflash watch.
9.
After a dry chemical extinguisher has been used, invert the cylinder (figure 1, item 3), squeeze the discharge lever,
and tap the nozzle on the deck. This releases any chemical in the cylinder (figure 1, item 3) and any chemical in the
hose (figure 1, item 5) and nozzle (figure 1, item 4). By inverting the cylinder, further discharge of the dry chemical
is prevented. Dry chemical in the hose and nozzle will cake up and cause clogging.
END OF WORK PACKAGE
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