*In a message dated 08 Dec 96  09:24:00 Joseph Reeves writes:
> Steve, I lived in that same area (Delaware Bay) for 40 plus years and my
> trade is that of a OMC O/B mechanic.   I've found that the chemicals are
> not affected by the weather,  but the extreme cold may affect some, (Not
> All) of the seals on various extinguishers.    This results in a loss of
> pressure, and obviously when that happens...the extinguisher is useless.
> Better to bring them inside, out of the cold.   They'll be handy if you
> need them.
Thanks Joe, that's just what we did.  Decided yesterday that I might
as well take them indoors - just to be safe - and will store them near
our wood stove for added indoor safety.
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