The Kidde Pro is an ABC-rated, chemical fire extinguisher, meaning it can handle all types of blazes: combustibles/conventional, flammable liquids, and electrical. While it's size and weight make it a perfect household unit, it is equally suitable for industrial use such as in offices, schools, hotels, and other businesses.
This fire extinguisher comprises a powder-coated cylinder, a brass valve (that’s ready for use as soon as it's needed), and a chrome-plated trigger. The unit is therefore protected against corrosion and feels durable and sturdy to use.
This extinguisher features a plastic hanger and a wall mount. The plastic hanger allows you to hang up the cylinder where you can access it quickly, while the wall mount makes it easy to mount to a wall wherever it may be needed. In fact, the unit is U.S. Coast Guard approved when used with the optional mounting bracket.
The Kidde Pro only weighs 7 lbs, making it lighter than a large bag of sugar. Units of this size make particularly good laundry room and kitchen extinguishers.
Like most ABC fire extinguishers, the Kidde Pro is filled with mono-ammonium phosphate, a dry chemical agent that is corrosive. As such, users should be aware that using this type of extinguisher will create a mess and the only way to remove it from surfaces is by vigorously scrubbing it.
The discharge time of the Tundra is 32 seconds, which is two-four times longer than that of regular extinguishers, making it ideal for quickly fighting common household fires. It also comprises a wide-spray nozzle that can spray a greater surface area and thus give you greater control in extinguishing a fire. It's recommended to use the product about 3 to 4 feet away from the fire.
This fire extinguishing spray can be used to put out small A, B, and C class fires. Such fires could involve paper, fabric, wood, cooking oils, electrical appliances, and equipment.
The Tundra spray contains a biodegradable formula that won't damage appliances, equipment, or countertop surfaces following its use. And if you do have to use the product, you simply need to wipe it away with a damp cloth, making post-blaze clean-up much less of a fuss.
This aerosol spray is so light and compact that it can be transported easily from one place to another. As such, it's ideal for the kitchen, garage, boat, RV, and even for travel.
Tundra comes in a light aerosol can that is easy to hold, carry, and use. It can be stored in cabinets and drawers, next to the fireplace, underneath the sink, or anywhere else you think you might need it. What's more, it's much less intimidating to utilize than a heavy, traditional fire extinguisher, particularly for those who may lack physical strength.
Generally-speaking, experts warn against the use of aerosol extinguishers, advising that they only be used as a supplement to regular fire extinguishers and not as a replacement.
The First Alert is about the same size as a 2-liter soda bottle, making it so compact that it can be easily stashed in the glove compartment or under the seats of your car. It can handle small fires that are common in cars, such as flammable liquid fires and live electrical equipment fires, the cause of which are usually electrical issues and gasoline, oil, or grease spillages.
The mounting bracket that accompanies this unit allows for it to not only be placed within easy reach but also to be placed somewhere with added stability. This is particularly useful when mounting the unit in your vehicle, ensuring that damage is prevented both to the extinguisher and to your vehicle.
The First Alert comes with a pressure gauge that is large in size and easy to read, making it particularly pleasant to use for those who have sight difficulties.
This fire extinguisher is suitable for all types of users thanks to its straight-forward and easy-to-read instructions that provide accessible information for quick reference.
The biodegradable contents of the First Alert Fire Extinguisher mean that in the case of a fire, you simply have to wipe the affected area with a damp cloth and any residue left by the extinguisher will come off. As such, no damage to your property will be caused.