CPSC, Kidde Announce Recall of Industrial Fire Extinguishers
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2005-07-26 · 05589
Hazards
The nylon valves on these extinguishers can separate from the steel cylinder during the 6-year recharge service or shortly afterwards, creating a safety hazard to fire extinguisher service personnel and consumers.
Recall
Number
05589
Date
2005-07-26
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Kidde 10 lb. industrial dry chemical fire extinguishers with black plastic Zytel® nylon valves in steel cylinders manufactured between 1991 and 2000
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Inc., of Mebane, N.C.
Retailer(s)
Commercial fire equipment distributors and stores nationwide, between 1991 and 2000.
Country of manufacture
United States
Description
This Alert involves all Kidde 10 lb. dry chemical fire extinguishers manufactured with a black plastic Zytel® nylon valve assembly and a steel cylinder, between 1991 and 2000. These units were the subject of Kidde Service Bulletin 007 issued on July 21, 2004. These units were designed for commercial and industrial applications, and the majority of these units were placed into service in factories, plants, businesses and other commercial locations, as they require service by a qualified Fire Extinguisher Distributor or Service Organization every 6 years. Some of these units are in use in residential settings. The affected extinguishers have a steel cylinder with a welded neck ring and are between 19 to 21 inches tall, as depicted in the image below. This Alert does not apply to Kidde's smaller 2 1/2 and 5 lb. residential fire extinguishers.