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(2)
After accumulating magnesium shavings over an area about the size of a quarter, place the shavings next
to tinder (paper, cloth, small twigs, or bark).
(3)
Support edge of the fire starter on the ground within 1 inch (2.5 cm) of the magnesium shavings at
approximately a 45-degree angle. Scrape the entire length of the sparking insert (2, Figure 2-14) rapidly,
holding the knife blade perpendicular to the sparking insert. This action will generate sparks; cause the
magnesium shavings to ignite; and create a white, hot flame.
Figure 2-14. Fire Starter, Magnesium
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Fire Starter, Spark Lite. The Spark Lite fire starter (See Figure 2-15) comes in a plastic box containing a
sparking device, treated cotton tinder, extra flints and instructions.
(1)
Assemble tinder and other fire-building material (see your survival manual).
(2)
Fluff the end of the treated cotton wad.
(3)
Using the thumb and forefinger with the sparking device, spin the sparking wheel toward the thumb.
(4)
Keep making sparks until the treated cotton swab ignites.
(5)
Place the burning wad into the tinder nest and proceed to make a fire.
Figure 2-15. Fire Starter, Spark Lite
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