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Proper Disposal of Fire Extinguishers


Pressurized water extinguisherPressurized Water Extinguisher
Pressurized Water (2 ½ Gallon)
Discharge the extinguisher until completely empty and then properly dispose of with your normal refuse in accordance to your municipality.

CO2 extinguisherCO2 Extinguisher
Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
Discharge the extinguisher outside until completely empty and then and then properly dispose of with your normal refuse in accordance to your municipality.

Dry Chemical ExtinguisherDry Chemical Extinguisher
Dry Chemical (Multi-Purpose or ABC)
Go outside to an open area.  Turn the extinguisher UPSIDE DOWN (this will dispel the gas, and not the dry chemical).  Have the wind at your back and discharge the extinguisher until completely empty, or there are no sounds heard coming from the extinguisher.  The remaining powder is primarily a baking soda compound.  This can now be safely disposed of with your normal refuse in accordance to your municipality. ​


Other Types
Contact a fire extinguisher company for proper disposal.
Station 89 - Headquarters
7550 Lyman Avenue
Darien, Illinois 60561
630.910.2200 (Non-Emergency)
630.910.2203(Fax)