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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-por-
table, 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
manufacturers name and extinguisher type, capac-
ity and operating instructions. They have a special
marine type mounting bracket which keeps the ex-
tinguisher solidly mounted until needed. The extin-
guisher needs to be mounted in a readily acces-
sible location but one that will not be bumped by
people while underway. All approved extinguishers
shall have an indication gauge.
U.S.C.G 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 chemi-
cal powder 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. Do not use this extinguisher 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 en-
sure workability, weigh the unit annually. A 10%
maximum weight variance is allowed.
Another type of liquefi ed gas used today is FE-241.
This gas is colorless and odorless, heavier than
air and sinks to the lower bilge to extinguish fi res.
Since the year 2000 ingredients have changed to
a more environmental friendly formula (Chlorotet-
rafl uoroethane or FE-241). FE-241 is used in por-
table-hand units along with making up the majority
of boat automatic fi re extinguishing systems. The
canister needs to be weighed once a year. These
clean agent units feature a dash mount indicator.
Refer to the information regarding fi re prevention
in this manual.
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