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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 CO
2
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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