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Old 30-01-2017, 07:46 PM
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Just note that most brand new extinguishers are not tagged.
Also the manufacture date can be two years old on the shelf.

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Originally Posted by Bram View Post
As far as i know. Anyone can tag a fire extinguiser. You just need to inspect it. Shake it about to make sure the powder hasnt solidified in the bottom. Make sure the pressure guage is in the green then all you need to do is punch the metal tag with the month and year.

(I could be very wrong? But thats how i understand it.)
You are supposed to be properly trained in order to inspect and stamp them, but yes, apart from visually inspecting for any other damage you've got it right.
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