Will a Fire Extinguisher Explode If Left in a Car?
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Keeping a fire extinguisher in your car is safe and poses no danger. Many vehicles do not come equipped with a fire extinguisher upon leaving the factory, so car owners need to purchase one themselves. It is essential to buy a fire extinguisher from a reputable manufacturer to ensure it does not explode under normal conditions. If a car owner purchases counterfeit or substandard products, safety will be significantly compromised. A vehicle fire extinguisher must be purchased from a legitimate manufacturer to prevent potential accidents at the source. After six months of use, regularly check whether the dry powder has clumped or if the carbon dioxide gas in the storage cylinder has leaked. Inspect whether the extinguisher's safety pin is intact, whether the cylinder is deformed or corroded, and whether the nozzle is clogged with grease. Regularly clean off dust and clear the nozzle to keep it unobstructed. Fire extinguishers past their expiration date should be replaced promptly. The pressure indicator on a fire extinguisher is typically divided into three zones: green, yellow, and red. If the needle points to the green zone, the extinguisher is safe to use. If it points to the yellow zone, the extinguisher is nearing the end of its usable life. If the needle points to the red zone, the internal pressure has leaked, and the extinguisher can no longer be used.
