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Safety On Board
U. S. Coast Guard approved fi re extinguishers are required on all Regal
boats. Besides the minimum Coast Guard requirements always check
state and local agencies for additional requirements and equipment.
Coast Guard approved extinguishers are hand-portable, either B-I or
B-II classifi cation.
U. S. Coast Guard approved hand-portable and semi-portable
extinguishers contain a metal plate that shows the manufacturer’s name
and extinguisher type, capacity and operating instructions. They have
a special marine type mounting bracket which keeps the extinguisher
solidly mounted until needed. The extinguisher needs to be mounted
in a readily accessible location but one out of being bumped by people
while underway. All approved extinguishers need to have an indication
gauge.
USCG- Approved Fire Extinguisher Types & Features
The dry chemical agent is widely used
because of its convenience and low cost. The
extinguisher canister is fi lled with a white dry
chemical power along with a pressurized gas.
It is a good idea to shake this type periodically
because they tend to “pack” on the canister
bottom.
The foam type uses a chemical foaming
agent plus water and is best when used for
fi res involving fl ammable liquids- solvents,
gasoline,oil, grease and various paints. It will
work on fi res involving rubber, plastics, cloth,
wood, and paper. It leaves a messy residue. Not
for electric fi res.
The carbon dioxide unit uses CO2 gas under
high pressure, with a funnel discharge hose
usually swivel mounted. This extinguisher
leaves no residue and does not cause interior
engine harm. To ensure workability, weigh
the unit annually. A 10% max. wt. variance is
allowed.
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