Commander | 9 Litre Plain Water Fire Extinguisher

FAQs

What type of fires can the Commander FX-PWA-009-DCF extinguish?

This plain water fire extinguisher is designed specifically for Class A fires, which involve combustible solid materials such as paper, wood, textiles, coal, rubber, soft furnishings and solid plastics. It works by cooling the fuel source and soaking burning materials with plain water to extinguish flames and prevent re-ignition. It should not be used on Class B fires (flammable liquids), Class C fires (flammable gases), Class F fires (cooking oils and fats) or electrical fires.

What does the 27A fire rating mean?

The 27A fire rating indicates the extinguisher’s effectiveness at suppressing Class A fires and represents the highest fire rating in the Commander water extinguisher range. The number represents the size of fire the extinguisher can tackle – in this case, a fire involving 27 layers of wooden cribs in standardised testing conditions. This makes the 9 litre model significantly more powerful than the 6 litre (21A) and 3 litre (13A) variants, providing maximum fire-fighting capability for larger or more severe fire risks.

What are the advantages of a 9 litre plain water extinguisher?

The 9 litre capacity provides the highest fire-fighting performance available in a water extinguisher, with its 27A rating making it ideal for environments where larger fire risks exist or where maximum protection is required. The plain water formula with zero additives ensures complete environmental friendliness whilst the larger capacity provides extended discharge time and greater coverage area during firefighting operations, making it particularly effective for larger premises or high-risk areas.

What are MED and MER approvals?

MED (Marine Equipment Directive 2014/90/EU) and MER (Marine Equipment Regulations) are certifications that confirm the extinguisher meets stringent quality and safety standards for maritime applications. MED-approved equipment is marked with the ‘Wheelmark’ symbol, whilst MER-approved equipment features the ‘Red Ensign’ flag symbol. These approvals make the FX-PWA-009-DCF suitable for use on vessels and in marine environments as well as land-based applications.

How should I maintain this plain water fire extinguisher?

Water fire extinguishers are among the easiest types to maintain. The unit should be checked regularly to ensure it remains fully charged, with the pressure gauge showing in the green zone. Annual servicing by a qualified technician is recommended to ensure continued reliability. The Commander range benefits from a full range of spare parts being available and is covered by a comprehensive 5-year warranty.

What is the operating temperature range?

This extinguisher operates effectively in temperatures ranging from +5°C to +60°C. It should not be installed in locations where temperatures regularly fall below +5°C, as freezing can damage the unit and prevent proper operation. For environments with lower temperatures, freeze-protected water extinguisher variants with low freeze additives are available.