FAQ’s
How often does a fire extinguisher need to be inspected?
Fire extinguisher used for commercial property must be inspected and certified annually by a certified maintenance and service contractor by BOMBA.
Fire extinguisher placed at home or vehicle for personal use, certification or approval from BOMBA will not be necessary
Monthly and yearly personal checks are recommended by following the instructions provided from our website. However, it is advisable in every two years to send the fire extinguishers for service by a certified service contractor listed in our website to ensure it is in good condition.
WHY WOULD YOU NEED TO SERVICE YOUR FIRE EXTINGUISHER? HOW LONG DOES A FIRE EXTINGUISHER LAST? IS THERE ANY EXPIRY DATE FOR THIS FIRE EXTINGUISHER?
Having it serviced regularly guarantees that the fire extinguisher in your home is in peak condition for its intended use when a fire breaks out. With proper servicing and maintenance carried out on a regular basis, fire extinguishers should last for up to 10 years before they need replacing.
How can you tell if a fire extinguisher needs servicing or replacing?
If you discover any of the following during your fire extinguisher inspection you should consult a professional who will need to service and repair or replace the faulty extinguisher:
- The extinguisher is damaged, e.g. hose or nozzle is cracked, ripped or blocked.
- If the handle is wobbly or broken.
- The pressure gauge needle is outside of the green zone and this means the extinguisher will need servicing immediately
- Locking pin is missing or anti-tamper seal is broken.
- Appropriate labeling and operating instructions are missing.
Can a fire extinguisher be refilled after discharge?
Yes. A fire extinguisher can be refilled after being pressure tested.
How long does a fire extinguisher last?
With proper servicing and maintenance carried out on a regular basis, fire extinguishers should last for up between 10 years before they need replacing.
Does a fire extinguisher require certification or approval from the Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia (BOMBA)?
Fire extinguishers placed in commercial property would be regulated by BOMBA, and that the Approval Certificate would be required. Moreover, in accordance to the Uniform Building By-Laws 1984, portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in accordance with the relevant codes of practice and shall be sited in prominent positions on exit routes to be visible from all directions and similar extinguishers in a building shall be of the same method of operation.
Fire extinguisher placed at home or automobile for personal use, certification or approval from BOMBA will not be necessary. However, it is still highly recommended that you purchase your fire extinguishers from reputable manufacturers recognised by BOMBA so that quality of the product is assured.
Can a fire extinguisher be placed inside a car?
As the operating temperature for a dry powder fire extinguisher is from -20˚C to 60˚C , this would not be an issue at all.
Does the fire extinguisher come with any warranty?
All our products come with a twelve (12) months warranty, effective from the date of delivery excluding the following:-
- The product is damaged due to fair wear and tear, corrosion, rusting and/or stains;
- The product is damaged during installation and/or when maintenance works are inconsistently being carried out and not in line with the applicable manuals as provided by our Company as the manufacturer of the product;
- The product is damaged caused by improper usage, any modification, works of repair, tamper or alter, all without the authorization of our Company as the manufacturer of the product; and
- Any damages or failures due to unforeseen circumstances, accidents or Act of God.
What is the weight of the fire extinguisher?
The full weight of different models of dry powder fire extinguisher are:
1kg (1.9kg), 2.0kg (3.0kg), 4.0kg (6.9kg), 6.0kg (9.4kg), 9.0kg (13.0kg)
Who is the manufacturer of the fire extinguisher?
The sole manufacturer is Unique Fire Industry Sdn Bhd, recognised as a reputable company in supplying and manufacturing quality fire safety products to save lives and property in Malaysia for many years.
What are the contents of the fire extinguisher?
The contents of the fire extinguisher would be dry powder (or dry chemical) which can be used on flammable solids, liquids and gases. They can also be used on electrical fires but leave a residue that may be harmful to sensitive electronics.
Is the fire extinguisher durable?
The fire extinguisher is subjected to impact test as part of the quality control where the fully assembled fire extinguisher is dropped from a height of two meters and checked for leakages.
Can the fire extinguisher be easily scratched?
The surface of the fire extinguisher is coated with a thin layer of protection to prevent minor scratches.
Is there any expiry date for this fire extinguisher?
With proper servicing and maintenance carried out on a regular basis, fire extinguishers should last for up between 10 years before they need replacing.
Can the fire extinguisher withstand high temperature?
The fire extinguisher can withstand temperature up to 60˚C.
What are the sizes available?
The available sizes for dry powder fire extinguishers are 1, 2, 4, 6 and 9kg. Use the fire extinguisher calculator to determine, the suitable quantity and which sizes to use for your home.
Is customization available?
Customization is available. Please contact us at +603-5131 1226 for further enquiries, or send us an e-mail at contactus@udi.digital. Alternatively, you can also submit your enquiry by filling in the form available at our “Contact Us” link, and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible.
