ABC Fire extinguisher - It uses mono-ammonium phosphate as a dry
chemical agent to extinguish the fire by smothering the flames. It can be used for stopping all
types of fire. Carbon Dioxide based - It is mainly used for class B fire, i.e. flammable liquids and
gases and class C fire, i.e. energized electrically.CO2 fire extinguishers are mainly aimed at
electrical fires but are also suitable for Class B liquid fires and are used in different ways
depending on the type of fire they are being used on.