Contributed by Fort Kent Historical Society
Description
The Presto "CB" Fire Extinguisher contained chlorobromomethane and could only be used in well ventilated areas. While a very good fire supressor, chlorobromomethane could cause cardiac arrest if inhaled. The use of chlorobromomethane was banned by the EPA because it depleted the ozone layer.
About This Item
- Title: Presto fire extinguisher, ca. 1940
- Creator: Merlite Industries, Inc.
- Creation Date: circa 1940
- Subject Date: circa 1940
- Location: Fort Kent, Aroostook County, ME
- Media: Brass
- Dimensions: 17 cm x 7 cm x 7 cm
- Object Type: Physical Object
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Fort Kent Historical SocietyPO Box 181, Fort Kent, ME 04703
(207) 834-2115
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