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How long is the dry powder extinguisher valid?

How long is the dry powder extinguisher valid?

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Fire extinguishers are valid for two periods, one is the fire extinguisher body, according to the relevant state regulations, the dry powder extinguisher compulsory scrap years is 8 years, that is, you say 8 years of validity;
On the other hand, the dry powder fire extinguishing agent has a period of validity, the specific circumstances of the provinces are not the same, in general the validity of fire extinguishing agent is 1 to 2 years, usually a fire extinguisher to re reload, manufacturers will be posted on the validity of fire extinguishing agent, that is to say most of the situation under the fire extinguisher in the 8 year period, every year need to reinstall the fire extinguishing agent, which is probably the so-called inspection.
Fire extinguishers from the date of completion of the factory, to the following years, must be scrapped:A) water based fire extinguishers - 6 years;B) dry powder fire extinguishers - 10 years;C) clean gas fire extinguishers - 10 years;D) carbon dioxide fire extinguishers and gas cylinders - 12 years;

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