How to Dispose of Empty Fire Extinguishers in Alton, Illinois
- 1). Bring the fire extinguisher outside. Squeeze the handle to ensure that it is completely empty.
- 2). Unscrew the bolt on the fire extinguisher head to remove the head. Use an adjustable wrench if you can not loosen the bolt by hand. Removing the head allows the disposer to quickly determine that the extinguisher is empty.
- 3). Call Pyrotech Coatings at 618-465-7170 or Fire Safety Inc at 618-254-2323 to arrange a drop off of your empty fire extinguisher.
- 4). Bring the fire extinguisher to Pyrotech Coatings, 2820 East Broadway or Fire Safety Inc, 420 North Wood River Avenue for disposal.
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