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Fire Extinguisher
This page is about the meaning, origin and characteristic of the symbol, emblem, seal, sign, logo or flag: Fire Extinguisher.
A fire extinguisher, flame extinguisher, or simply an extinguisher, is an active fire protection device used to extinguish or control small fires, often in emergency situations.
It is not intended for use on an out-of-control fire, such as one which has reached the ceiling, endangers the user (i.e., no escape route, smoke, explosion hazard, etc.), or otherwise requires the expertise of a fire department.
Typically, a fire extinguisher consists of a hand-held cylindrical pressure vessel containing an agent which can be discharged to extinguish a fire.
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Asymmetric, Open shape, Monochrome, Contains both straight and curved lines, Has crossing lines.
Category: Passenger/Pedestrian Signs.
Fire Extinguisher is part of the Passenger/Pedestrian Symbols group.
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