The first line of defense for controlling chimney fires
- Works safely without using water
- Fast, easy, toss-in convenience
- Independent test results show it suppresses a chimney fire in an average of 22 SECONDS!
This fire suppressant is indispensable as the first line of defense for controlling fires that occur from creosote build-up in chimneys. A homeowner or professional fire fighter can use Chimfex as a safe, fast and easy to use tool to combat a chimney fire without using water. Use in wood stoves, fireplaces or fireplace inserts.
“Directions: Before activating, stand in front of fireplace or wood burning stove. Hold Chimfex at its base so it extends over fireplace hearth or fire proof stove-board. To activate Chimfex, remove top lid to expose scratch surface on cap. Twist and remove cap to expose black button. Make sure Chimfex is positioned away from the face and body, lightly scratch black button with cap.”
“For Wood Burning Stove: Activate directly in front of stove according to directions. Drop IMMEDIATELY into the stove alongside fire and close off all drafts. The natural draft will draw the generated gases up the flue and suppress the chimney fire.”
“FOR FIREPLACE: Activate directly in front of fireplace according to directions. Drop IMMEDIATELY inside the fireplace alongside of fire. Reduce draft as much as possible by closing fireplace doors or covering fireplace opening with non-flammable material, leaving the flue damper open. The natural draft will draw the generated fumes up the flue and suppress the chimney fire.”
Performance Characteristics (Test results from
Omni Environmental Services):
- Suppresses a chimney fire in an average of
22 seconds
- Reduces flue temperatures an average of
53% in 2 minutes
- Reduces the oxygen level an average of 43%
in 2 minutes
Recommended Uses:
- Use in wood stoves, fireplaces or fireplace inserts.
Documentation:
Chimfex Material Safety Data Sheet
Chimfex Technical Data Sheet
Limitations:
This device is not approved or permissible for use as an alternative for fire extinguishers in any building or motor vehicle where fire extinguishers are required by law, ordinance, or fire marshal regulation.
