TM 9-2320-366-10-2
2-59. FIRE EXTINGUISHER OPERATION (CONT)
b. Fire Extinguisher Operation (All Models).
(1) Remove safety pin (1) from fire extinguisher
(2).
(2) Holding fire extinguisher (2) upright, point
nozzle (3) at base of fire from approximately
8 ft (2.4 m).
(3) Squeeze together handle (4) and lever (5).
(4) Spray discharge in a side-to-side motion at
base of fire.
(5) Release handle (4) and lever (5) when fire
is out.
(6) Install safety pin (1) in fire extinguisher (2).
(7) Notify Unit Maintenance to replace fire
extinguisher (2).
c. Fire Extinguisher Installation (All Models).
(1) Install fire extinguisher (1) in clamp (2) with nozzle (3) pointing down.
(2) Push down on latch (4) to secure fire extinguisher (1) in clamp (2).
2-730