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RED ALERT
Importance: High
To: All Auxiliarists
URGENT USCG MARINE SAFETY ALERT
Walter Kidde has issued a recall of 134 different models of Kidde brand
fire extinguishers manufactured between January 1, 1973 and August
15, 2017, including models that were previously recalled in March 2009
and February 2015. The extinguishers were sold in red, white and silver
cylinder colors and are rated as either ABC or BC. The extinguishers were
sold nationwide online and at brick and mortar outlets.
The hazards associated with the recalled fire extinguishers are that they
can become clogged or require excessive force to discharge and can fail
to activate during a fire emergency. In addition, the nozzle can detach
with enough force to pose an impact hazard.
All persons owning fire extinguishers are urged to read Coast Guard
Marine Safety Alert 12-17 at:
for
additional information on the recall and how to obtain a free replacement.
http://www.dco.uscg.mil/Portals/9/DCO%20Documents/5p/CG-5PC/INV/Alerts/1217.pdf
All are also encouraged to check the fire extinguishers aboard your
vessels, and in your vehicles and homes to determine whether they are
subject to this recall. Additional information is available on the Consumer
Product Safety
For the Commission website use this LINK
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