Kidde fire extinguisher recall November 02, 2017, 03:57:03 pm N130284 US Landing Page · Inmar Recall 2 Likes
Re: Kidde fire extinguisher recall Reply #1 – November 02, 2017, 05:01:06 pm Thank you Joan!! I have three on the list here at home. Maybe two more in the rig. Yikes! — Jon 1 Likes
Re: Kidde fire extinguisher recall Reply #2 – November 03, 2017, 12:25:47 pm I have unable to find a list of affected RV extinguishers. Where is a list?
Re: Kidde fire extinguisher recall Reply #3 – November 03, 2017, 12:50:32 pm Thank you Joan. Mine was on the list. Dale from Downey.
Re: Kidde fire extinguisher recall Reply #4 – November 03, 2017, 12:58:35 pm There are clickable links to lists of recalled Kidde fire extinguishers on the site given in my above post. 1 Likes
Re: Kidde fire extinguisher recall Reply #5 – November 03, 2017, 02:19:27 pm This is important information that’s for sure. However, knowing the mess that “dry chem” extinguishers leave behind they would be my last choice of extinguisher types to use inside my beloved LD.Just sayin’Kent
Re: Kidde fire extinguisher recall Reply #6 – November 03, 2017, 03:51:52 pm Kent. What would be your extinguisher of choice and where would you store it ( them?) ?Thanks in advance. Dale from Downey.
Re: Kidde fire extinguisher recall Reply #7 – November 03, 2017, 04:52:49 pm Fire extinguisher education for RVers 2 Likes
Re: Kidde fire extinguisher recall Reply #8 – November 03, 2017, 06:09:38 pm Dale,I carry 4 16 oz foam extinguishers in our RB. I placed one in the cabinet above the curb side couch. There is one above the stove inside the cabinet along with a fresh box of Baking Soda. There are two in the lower bathroom cabinet below the sink. They are all up front in the cabinets where they can be easily seen and accessed. I also have one Foam Extinguisher in the curb side upper storage bay/compartment outside. I keep this handy in case a neighbor needs assistance.I have also installed two Halitron Extingishers inside the coach. One is mounted on the bulkhead above and behind the Captains chair. One more Halitron Extinguisher is mounted just inside the RB closet just inside on the lower shelf on the left. While the Foam Extinguishers would be the First Extinguishers to be used by anyone on board, the Halitron Extinguishers I would use to clear a path to the nearest exit as they are capable of depriving the fire of oxygen very quickly. I’ve looked into other extinguishers as well, but as of yet I don’t see an immediate need to expand on what I already have in the LD.The Dry Chem OEM extinguisher still resides by the coach door in case a tree catches fire. I certainly won’t be blasting it inside the rig. Foam cleans up quickly. Halitron leaves no residue. Dry Chem is an awful mess requiring a ton of work to remediate it’s messy remains.Just for the record...use what you’ve got. But get out quickly. You really only have about 20 seconds, from what I’ve read, to make it out safely. Have an exit plan. Practice it and make sure everyone knows how serious this matter is. Stay safe.Kent
Re: Kidde fire extinguisher recall Reply #9 – November 03, 2017, 09:36:20 pm Now I'm wondering if my insurance policy covers fire damage.
Re: Kidde fire extinguisher recall Reply #10 – November 04, 2017, 02:33:49 am Quote from: Kent Heckethorn - November 03, 2017, 02:19:27 pmThis is important information thatâs for sure. However, knowing the mess that âdry chemâ extinguishers leave behind they would be my last choice of extinguisher types to use inside my beloved LD.You might want to pick a couple foam extinguishers, for interior fires.First Alert AF400-2 Tundra Fire Extinguishing Aerosol Spray, Pack of 2 - -...Shooting off a dry chemical extinguisher inside your rig will totally trash the interior, it is nasty stuff.The residue will rust or corrode any metal it stays on.Foam extinguishers are clean and do a great job on the type of fires were may encounter inside our LDs.They don't work well on electrical or under hood fires. Keep the dry chemical extinguishers for that.Larry As an Amazon Associate Lazy Daze Owners' Group earns from qualifying purchases.
Re: Kidde fire extinguisher recall Reply #11 – November 04, 2017, 10:42:21 am Quote from: dollinsdale - November 03, 2017, 09:36:20 pmNow I'm wondering if my insurance policy covers fire damage. It does if you have Comprehensive coverage. It would also cover it under Collision if the fire started as a result of a collision.Jim
Re: Kidde fire extinguisher recall Reply #12 – November 04, 2017, 10:56:33 am Although the 'by the door' extinguisher in my 2003 shows that it's charged (I periodically take it out of the strap, upend it, and whack it a few times with a screwdriver handle), I want to replace it with a 'clean foam' extinguisher, preferably one that can use the same strap. (I can fashion a new 'holder' if this isn't feasible.)Suggestions?
Re: Kidde fire extinguisher recall Reply #13 – November 04, 2017, 01:18:55 pm I had “Mr. & Mrs. FireExtinguisher” come by the house prior to the Solar Eclipse to do a yearly inspection on my Halitron Extinguishers. While the “Mr.” was there I asked him for his help finding a alternative for the Dry Chem by the coach door. He assured me that there is something better that will fit. That was a while back and I haven’t bothered to find what that alternative is. I’ll have to get back with him and see what he’s come up with. When I do, I’ll post it here.Kent
Re: Kidde fire extinguisher recall Reply #14 – November 04, 2017, 01:21:20 pm Quote from: JCT - November 04, 2017, 10:56:33 amAlthough the 'by the door' extinguisher in my 2003 shows that it's charged (I periodically take it out of the strap, upend it, and whack it a few times with a screwdriver handle), I want to replace it with a 'clean foam' extinguisher, preferably one that can use the same strap. (I can fashion a new 'holder' if this isn't feasible.)Suggestions?Keep the dry chemical and add two or more of the foam extinguishers. You can never have too many.Beside the dinky stock extinguisher and a several foam fxs, we also carry a 5-lb dry chemical fx.A dry chemical extinguisher is better suited for any chassis fire, so keep them.Larry
Re: Kidde fire extinguisher recall Reply #15 – November 04, 2017, 03:24:22 pm "You can never have too many."----I do already have the small foam extinguishers from Mac in the rig and in the compartments; 8 total. TKs are a bit short on compartment space. I can't think where I'd carry another 5-pound dry chem extinguisher unless it would be in the passenger footwell. (If I move the Viair out of that spot!)
Re: Kidde fire extinguisher recall Reply #16 – November 16, 2017, 01:34:38 am Hi Joan. I found extra room for a 2 liter foam extinguisher at my entry door. The space in my E350 was pretty deep. I suspect the E450 would be the same. The brown plastic surrounding shell was made by Jeff Farwell who passed away shortly after I got the shell, but you could make one out of wood. LD does that for the MidBath. It seems that Foam extinguishers are hard to find now, and way more than the $20 I paid at Home Depot. Most now are 6 liter, but I did find one 2 liter (SKU 466620K) for around $60. They say you can't use them for class C fires (electrical) but of course you can. Just don't be plugged in or have the generator running. 12vdc wouldn't be a problem. The Foam is water based, so does conduct electricity. Picture included of my installation. Ron
Re: Kidde fire extinguisher recall Reply #17 – November 16, 2017, 08:24:54 am Thanks, Ron! Good idea; I will check HD and Lowe's for a 2 liter foam extinguisher.I also like the bigger grab handle that you put by the entry door; I know that the large handle has been standard in newer rigs for some time, but my 2003 needs an upgrade! Suggestions for an online supplier?
Re: Kidde fire extinguisher recall Reply #18 – November 16, 2017, 09:17:42 am For a short time, I worked for a fire protection company servicing fire extinguishers and restaraunt extinguishing systems. We always advised our customers to avoid lower quality extinguisher brands such as Kidde. We mostly pushed the Amerex brand because of their better quality internal parts and seals, and metal handles. I still use Amerex for my personal use. They can be purchased online or through most service companies. I would avoid any products with plastic handles.Home | Amerex FireBuckeye is another quality brand:www.BuckeyeFire.com |Buckeye Fire Equipmment | Gas Detection Products –... 2 Likes