Do these things expire? Or can I buy one and keep for years?
759256
I have had mine in my garage for 10+ years and it sat on the wall untouched. I noticed a few weeks ago that it had gone from green into the red in the needle, so I need a new one. I took this one out to the street and it worked just fine even with the needle in the middle of the "Empty" area. Not sure if this could have been recharged, but the powder did not settle after 10+ years of never being moved.
759257
You should have it inspected yearly. Take it to your local fire station, they will be glad to check it.
759258
I understand from others they do last for years...but once used...need to be replaced. I don't know why Kidde didn't answer this question....I just hope they improve their packaging...
759259
I flip mine upside down and back up once every six months to prevent settling. A rule of thumb is you should replace them every seven years or sooner if they indicate they are low.
759260
They do need to be recharged after years I'm just not sure how long till that would happen. I have a couple of bigger extinguishers in my cellar that have been around for 28-30 yrs (or longer) and the containers are still in good condition but I would probably take them to the fire dept and have them checked to see if they need recharging. I was under the impression that if the gauge didn't show the right amount of pressure than you would need to recharge the extinguisher....but I would check with a fire dept person, they deal with this stuff more often than most people. Hope this helps!!
759261
Has a 6 year warranty, tip it up side down 2x/year, see local fire station if charge is low. I would recommend getting yourself a new one after warranty is up. There are ones w/10 and 12 yr warranties, not this model.
759262
According to the papers that came with the extinguisher, it has a 10 yr. warranty. There is a meter on it that should be in the green area...if it is in the red, it is not ready for use to put out a fire. There are certain things that need to be done to maintain, and check the efficiency of the extinguisher, throughout the years. I don't know if all home extinguishers behave the same way.
759263
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that dry chemical extinguishers that are intended to be discarded after use should be disposed of 12 years after the date of manufacture.
657101
I bought one before and didn't have expiration date. But just a tip, its not good to store sunscreen because the formula changes overtime. I usually buy if I use it within a year.
2156975
I didn't see one, but considering it is basically dirt, I am not sure it would expire. ;)
1081936
The expiration varies. They last well over a year however. Be sure to store in a suitable location. Hope that helps.
634349
Check the box you buy. It's usually on there. The ones I recently brought expires 2015
664817
There really isnt a shelf lifeThey have only been out in 2014, but you can probably keep them for many years without a problem
29901
I usually use one and put it into hot water to make ginseng tea. And it will expire around 2 years.
2044771
They usually have at least a year till they expire. I buy them all the time. Best price you can find
1196774
Generally you won't unless the seller says what it is or gives you a minimum time till it expires. I have purchased for years and no problems. And the buyers rating of the supplier will tell you if there have been problems with the expiration date.
675239
You would be better asking the seller. I bought these awhile ago, and mine weren't expired. Sorry
2024687
I have never bought one that is expired and I have purchased quite a few. I have never had one not work. Hope that helps.
535828
Unsure; I will need to let you know when the one I purchased in 2011 finally expires...:)
126184
Hi, as far as I remember it expired after one year so you can buy it now without any concerns. Hope it helps this. Cheers
875133
Mine expires about a year after purchase. Its so good you won't keep it that long though.
2011833
The brand I bought had an expiration date. That date was several years. Mine have lasted at least a year if unopened.
2054741
I don't know - I disposed of them some time ago. Probably expired around 2011, give or take.
1519714
Yes, the ones I purchased I believe had an expiration date of like 2015 I believe..hope that helps..