FIRE EXTINGUISHER ADVICE
Its a common sight during scrutineering to spy 1 or 2 blokes in the line frantically trying to install a fire extinguisher or replace one at the scrutineers request.
John fitting a new fire extinguisher.
To save you some angst here are a couple of quick tips:
When buying a fire extinguisher make sure you it complies with CAMS Requirements (see an excerpt below)
Check the manufacture date! You have to replace your extinguisher within 3 years of the manufacture date, regardless of it still has pressure. Some resellers have slow moving stock and you could end up having to replace yours sooner.
Check the date:
Month/ YEAR
05/ 09
From CAMS OWNERS MANUAL: www.camsmanual.com.au
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
FOR CARS AND DRIVERS
Schedule H – Fire Extinguishers
(not applicable to Superkarts)
2013 CAMS Manual of Motor Sport
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR CARS AND DRIVERS
1. GENERAL
Each automobile in any competition other than non-speed events (except where noted in specific Group
Regulations) or Race meetings must be equipped with a fire extinguisher which complies with the following
conditions and is properly fitted at a suitable location.
1.1 Hand-held fire extinguishers:
(i) must remain restrained under an acceleration of 25G;
(ii) must be capable of removal by the driver (or crew, where applicable) without the aid of tools.
1.2 Plumbed-in fire extinguishers: Each plumbed-in fire extinguisher shall be fitted in accordance with FIA
Appendix J, Article 253-7.
