1. (a) exact measurement in gallons, or by weight
2. (b) use of an anti-overfill tube when provided, or
3. (c) use of a fill mark on extinguisher shell, when provided.

When recharging stored pressure extinguishers, overfilling resulting in improper discharge is to be avoided. The proper amount of liquid agent shall be determined by using one of the following:

Note: Authority: Section 13160, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section 13160, Health and Safety Code.

History

1. New section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).

2. Renumbering of former section 578.11 to section 578.9 and renumbering of former section 578.13 to section 578.11 filed 12-27-2001; operative 1-1-2002 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4 (Register 2001, No. 52).