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How do I refill a fire extinguisher or should I just buy a new one?

My fire extinguisher is out of charge and I want to either refill it or buy a new one. Is it better/cheaper to refill it or just buy a new one? (Can I even refill this fire extinguisher?) EDIT:
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Why is there a beaded tie on new fire extinguishers?

When I see fire extinguishers these days they seem to have some form of the yellow beaded tie as shown in this photo. What purpose does this serve? It looks to me like it prevents the pin from pulling out. Hardly something you'd want in a fire.…
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Is it necessary to get a kitchen fire extinguisher if I have an ABC rated one already?

I'm trying to get fire extinguishers and I'm wondering whether I need to get a class K fire extinguisher if I already have an ABC fire extinguisher like this: http://www.amazon.com/Kidde-21005779-Fire-Extinguisher-160CI/dp/B000VBGG5Q I've read…
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Can a class A fire be extinguished with a class BC fire extinguisher?

I recently purchased a fire extinguisher for the kitchen/general emergency purposes. It's a dry chemical, B & C fire extinguisher. Now, I know that there also dry extinguishers that cover all of class A, B and C fires. Every resource I've looked up…
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When to use different fire suppression systems?

I know a fire suppression systems is a good thing to have in one's home if you have anything that heats up, ie... a kiln. Question is thus, what type of suppression system is best for each type of fire source. I know about water sprinklers and foam…
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Fire Extinguisher Selection for Multiple Use

Ill start by saying that I found this question, which is extremely similar to my line of thought: Can a class A fire be extinguished with a class BC fire extinguisher? I am trying to consider the right mix of extinguishers for my home and detached…
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How to refill a fire extinguisher

How do I refill a fire extinguisher in NYC. I went to the fire department and they do not refill them. I bought a new one but if the old one can be refilled, I would use it as a backup.
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Is it worth refilling these fire extinguishers or should I just throw out?

please help me decide what to do with these old fire extinguishers - are they worth re-filling thank you
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