Carbon Dioxide Fire Extinguishers Annual Maintenance Procedure

The following list is a sample of maintenance procedures that should be followed to determine
deficiencies that require additional attention to remediate the condition of the extinguisher as
appropriate for carbon dioxide hand portable fire extinguishers:

1) Visually examine the extinguisher for damage by removing the extinguisher from the
hanger or cabinet, and visually examine the extinguisher for damage, including cylinder
dents, repairs, general corrosion, hose or nozzle threads, handles, and levers.
2) Verify that the nameplate operating instructions are legible and facing outward.
3) Confirm that the extinguisher model is not subject to recall and is not obsolete.
4) Verify the extinguisher records to determine hydrostatic test intervals.
5) Verify the pull pin functions properly and examine for damage or corrosion by removing
the pull pin.
6) Examine the handle and levers to ensure that they are undamaged and operable.
7) Verify that the valve stem is correctly extended and not corroded or damaged.
8) Verify that the nozzle or hose assembly, or both, is unobstructed, by removing and
examining the nozzle.
9) Confirm that the nozzle and hose assembly are correct for the model of extinguisher.
10) Verify that the hose and couplings are not cut, cracked, damaged, or deformed.
11) Examine the discharge port for signs of leakage or corrosion by removing the nozzle or
hose assembly and reinstalling the nozzle and hose assembly securely after
examination.
12) Conduct a conductivity test on the hose assembly.
13) Affix the conductivity test label to hose assemblies that pass the conductivity test and
replace hoses that fail the conductivity test.
14) Verify that the safety assembly is not damaged or blocked.
15) Verify that the hose retention band is secure and properly adjusted.
16) Weigh the extinguisher to verify that it corresponds to the weight listed on the nameplate.
17) Reinstall the ring pin and install a new tamper seal.
18) Clean exposed extinguisher surfaces to remove any foreign material.
19) Record the maintenance on the extinguisher tag or label.