TM 1-1680-354-10
WARNING
DO NOT use gasoline in the pocket stove.
Compressed trioxane fuel contains metaformaldehyde. This chemical is poisonous and could
cause serious intestinal problems. Avoid skin contact, inhalation of fumes, and ingestion.
Wash hands after using and before consuming food to avoid the possible ingestion of
trioxane. If trioxane fuel is ingested do not induce vomiting. Drink milk, eat bread or any high
protein food, and seek medical attention immediately.
Use the following procedures (see Figure 2-19):
(1)
Remove the top stove cover. Pull the grill supports (1) up into a full vertical position.
(2)
Place the grill over supports, ensuring grill (2) is locked in place.
(3)
Remove trioxane fuel tablet from foil packet (3) and insert on bottom of stove.
WARNING
The trioxane fuel bar lights instantly and the flame is not very visible during daylight hours (in
very bright light the flame is nearly invisible). DO NOT touch the tablet once it has been
ignited as severe bums may result.
(4)
Light tablet by touching directly with match or lighter (4).
(5)
To use windbreaker (stove cover) (5), set the cover on its side and lock in place.
(6)
The stove is now ready for cooking.
CAUTION
Stove metal becomes hot during use. Place stove on a nonflammable surface during use and
let cool after use before disassembly.
CAUTION
Inspect corners of stove for proper seal prior to filling with aircraft fuel.
(7)
Alternate Fuels: Sticks and twigs or aircraft fuel. When using A/C fuel, line or wrap the outside of the stove
with aluminum foil. Fill the stove with dirt. Take A/C fuel and moisten the dirt. DO NOT FLOOD THE
STOVE WITH A/C FUEL.
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