Using a fire ball extinguisher involves deploying the ball directly into or near the flames, allowing it to activate and extinguish the fire.
Fire extinguishing balls, like the ELIDE FIRE® model, are designed for rapid deployment to fix the fire immediately. Unlike traditional extinguishers that require you to aim and spray, a fire ball operates differently.
There are typically two main ways to use a fire ball extinguisher:
Methods of Deployment
Automatic Activation
- Many fire balls are designed to be mounted in areas with high fire risk.
- When exposed to sufficient heat or direct flame, the ball will automatically activate.
- Upon activation, the ball bursts, releasing a dry chemical extinguishing agent that smothers the fire.
Manual Deployment
- If a fire occurs and a ball is not automatically activated, you can manually deploy it.
- Carefully pick up the fire ball.
- Throw or roll the ball directly into the base of the fire.
- The heat from the fire will trigger the ball's activation mechanism.
- The ball will explode, dispersing the extinguishing powder over the fire.
The key is to get the ball into the fire so the heat can activate it. The action described in the reference, "Let's fix the fire immediately," highlights the quick and decisive nature of deploying this type of extinguisher compared to the setup required for some other fire suppression methods.
Important Considerations:
- Safety First: Always prioritize your safety. Do not put yourself in unnecessary danger.
- Placement: For automatic protection, strategic placement in fire-prone areas is crucial.
- Multiple Balls: Larger fires may require the use of multiple fire balls.
By deploying the fire ball into the flames, you initiate its self-activating mechanism to suppress the fire quickly and effectively.
