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Are there any preparation skills needed to use FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish?
No. You do not need special training or any preparation skills to operate FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish. Just hold the bottle, aim and throw it directly into the fire.
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What causes the bottle to break when it is thrown into the fire?
The bottle is designed to break easily. It is made from a special compound that will shatter when it hits or collides with a hard object or surface. Dropping it from a distance of 3 feet or more is enough to break it. The high temperature of the fire will also help to melt the bottle.
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How does FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish solution comes in contact with the fire?
When FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish solution comes in contact with the fire, a chemical reaction occurs and a great amount of steam is generated.
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Is FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish harmful to human, animal, plants, or environment?
No, it is not harmful to human, animal, plants, or the environment. Upon its expiration date, the solution (mixed with 1:20 water) can be used as an alternative fertilizer for plants.
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How does FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish cooling effect works while preventing the fire from blazing?
It produces a mixture of steam (composing of water vapour and carbon dioxide) more than 5,000 times from its original volume when it gets in contact with fire. It dispels the oxygen, therefore extinguishing the fire. The water vapour absorbs the heat and helps reduce the temperature and cool down the area significantly.
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How does FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish reduce the danger of deadly intense smoke?
The steam generated by the chemical reaction of heat and the fire retardant compound of FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish will neutralize the deadly intense smoke. The smoke produced by the burning flame is reduced considerably.
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What is the weight of FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish?
A standard FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish bottle weighs about 650g. It is user-friendly for children, women and senior citizens because of its lightweight and slim design.
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Do I need to remove the seal on the lid before throwing FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish into the fire?
No, you do not need to remove the seal on the lid before throwing it into the fire. Just throw the whole bottle into the fire.
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Will FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish leave any chemical trace or residue when spilled? Will it damage the surface in contact?
No, it will not leave any chemical trace or residue and will not damage hard surface after cleaning it with water. However, take precautionary measures on sensitive fabric as it might cause some discoloration.
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Can I throw FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish directly into a burning wok or pan (when it is on fire)?
No, do not throw FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish directly into a burning wok or pan as it will cause the hot oil to splatter and spread the fire to the adjacent area. Instead, you should wet a cotton fabric or kitchen tower with FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish solution, and cover the burning wok or pan slowly to extinguish the fire.
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What is the effective fire-fighting range of FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish?
For a standard 650ml package, the coverage is about 250 cubic feet or 7 cubic meters.
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What is the expiration date of FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish?
The product shelf-life and warranty period is 3 years and it is maintenance-free. It does not require annual check-up as conventional fire extinguisher canister does.
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What is the difference between FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish and the traditional fire extinguisher?
Traditional chemical powder-based fire extinguisher comes in a pressurised tank or canister and is normally heavy and bulky. The mechanism is hard to operate, especially for woman, children and senior citizens. Only able-bodied adults are able to lift and use it. Furthermore, it has to be operated at a close range with upwind position to put out a downwind fire. It does not have any cooling effect and the powder emission will create a hazy atmosphere which will blur out vision for at least 30 seconds. Inhalation will cause coughing and severe choking. It also requires annual inspection by the authorities.
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What are the advantages of FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish?
1. Easy to use.
2. Extinguishes fire instantaneously.
3. Cools down the temperature significantly.
4. Eliminates smoke considerably.
5. Prevents flare ups and contain fire from spreading.
6. Secure escape path or routes.
7. Eco-friendly & non-hazardous.
8. Lightweight and user-friendly.
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What is the heat tolerance of FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish? What will happen when it is exposed to high temperature?
The FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish is sealed in a bottle container with polyfoam and it is non-combustible. Store FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish at room temperature and avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. The liquid content is 80% water and is non-flammable.
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What should I do if the solution of FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish accidently splashed on my eyes or skin?
Just rinse with plenty of water.
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What happens if the cap is opened for a long period of time? Will the liquid content evaporate slowly?
Yes, crystallization will occur, just like salt water evaporates and turn into salt crystal when it gets dry. An opened bottle should be discarded immediately to avoid accidental consumption.
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If the FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish does not break when it is thrown, will it still have the effect to put out a fire?
Yes. The FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish is designed to shatter easily when it hits or collides with a hard surface; however, if the bottle does not break, the heat will melt the bottle and release the fire-fighting solutions. This will extinguish the fire on the spot.
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Can I mix FLAMOFF Throw & Extinguish with water?
Yes, in fact, by doing so you can cover a bigger area. We recommend adding water to the ratio of 1:8 for fire that is spreading fast.
