FAQ
Is this safe to store in a car?
Our innovative foam formula means it is safe to store in in extreme cold and hot temperatures ranging as low as -40 to +50C. Mini Firefighter is sold across the world in extreme temperature country climates including Middle East, Russia, and Australia. All of which store in their cars in case of an emergency.
Is it reusable?
As long as there are contents in the can it can be used another time. However, for safety it is best to purchase a new one as you wouldn’t want to be caught short.
Does it have an expiration date?
Yes, each Mini Firefighter is date stamped on the underneath and expiration may be up to 5 years.
Are these rechargeable?
No, they cannot be refilled. It’s the perfect size for a small fire and small enough to sit in a kitchen drawer.
What are the dimensions?
22cm long, 5cm wide. It can be easily and conveniently be placed into a kitchen draw, glove compartment and kitchen cabinet. Its unique size and its ability to dispense foam expanding up to 40 times to extinguish more fire classes (oil, wood, gasoline, grease, electrical), have made it so successful worldwide.
How do I use it?
Simply shake a few times and spray onto base of flames smothering the source. Once extinguished simply wipe clean.
What are the ingredients?
The ingredients are all non-toxic and biodegradable. Now for the science to support: Glycols and organic salts with a mixture of anionic amphoteric and non-ionic tensioactives.
Is this safe to bring in checked luggage?
Some airlines do allow Mini Firefighter to be carried in checked luggage but you should check with your own carrier well ahead of your departure date. When talking to your airline you can advise them that Mini Firefighter is not flammable and it is technically a stored-pressure aerosol used to suppress fires.
How do I dispose of a Mini Firefighter can?
When the can is empty:
The empty Mini Firefighter can be recycled. Please remove the lid and the nozzle before placing in your Kerbside Recycling Bin. If not available, check with your local Council where this item can be left for Recycling. Do NOT pierce or crush the can.
When the can is full (ie it has an expired shelf life date)
As the Mini Firefighter is non-toxic, non-irritant and biodegradable, the Mini Firefighter can be safely expelled and then the can is suitable to Recycle as noted.
When the can is full, but the nozzle is damaged and not working:
Full Mini Firefighter cans are pressurised and could be environmentally harmful so need to be disposed of as hazardous waste like any other unused Aerosol can.
How is it different to regular fire extinguishers?
Mini Firefighter contains an innovative patented foam formula to engulf and eliminate the flames quickly. The foam is non-toxic, bio-degradable and easy wipe clean. Because it is foam it means it can extinguish more fire types – grease/oil, gasoline, electrical, wood – compared to dry powder or water-based fire suppressants that make a mess and doesn’t eliminate as many fire types. Its convenient size makes it easy to store and a great travel companion.
Where is it made?
Spain – where they have one of the highest standards for fire suppressants. The aluminium can is pressure tested to the highest standards and manufactured in ISO9001 facilities.
Other questions?
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