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Click the link to read questions that are frequently asked about each
product:
Q. How much Wet Fire Tinder material do I need to
start a fire?
A. This will depend on the weather conditions and the type of material
available to start the fire. To start a fire with small, dry and
combustible kindling material in good weather conditions, you should only
need to scrape the edge of the cube with the edge of a knife to create
a small pile of shavings. For fires in poor weather conditions,
or when kindling materials are over sized or not totally dry, plan to
use an entire cube. For better results, roughen the surface of the
cube. Always make sure you prepare more tinder than you think necessary.
Q. Will Wet Fire Tinder cubes light when wet?
A. Yes. Wet Fire Tinder is ideal for lighting a fire in the driving
rain. The cubes are unaffected by moisture - in fact they actually
burn longer when wet and will stay alight while floating on water.
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Q. Does the chain of the Saber Cut Saw require any
special maintenance?
A. The Saber Cut Saw's cutting teeth are self-cleaning and require little
maintenance beyond standard care and occasional sharpening. After
use, a brush should be used to remove any wood or other debris from the
chain links. The chain, teeth and handle clips should be dried after
use. Periodic oiling of the chain and teeth with a light weight machine
oil (such as WD-40) will help to prevent corrosion and prolong the life
of the saw.
Q. Can the Saber Cut Saw be sharpened?
A. Yes. The teeth of the Saw can be sharpened using a standard chain
saw blade sharpening kit (using a 4.0mm diameter file).
Q. Will the Saber Cut Saw chain and cutting teeth
rust?
A. The chain and cutting teeth of the chain saw are treated to retard rust
and corrosion. Over time, normal wear and tear will reduce this treatment,
and therefore periodic oiling of the teeth and chain with a light machine
oil will assist in prolonging the life of your saw.
Q. Can the Saber Cut Saw be used under water?
A. Yes. When cutting under water take additional care as the water
can distort what you are seeing. After using the saw under water ensure
that the handle clips and chain are thoroughly dried, taking care to avoid
the sharp cutting teeth. To prevent corrosion, an application of
a light machine oil should be applied following use of the saw under water.
Q. What is the best method for operating the Saber
Cut Saw?
A. The preferred method of using the saw, is to use smooth, long strokes
when cutting. This makes the cutting job easier and helps prevent
the saw from jamming or binding in materials.
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Q.How do I accurately
aim the flash of the Star Flash Signal Mirror?
A. When using the mirror for signalling, select an area as open as possible
with clear view of the sky and, if possible, the horizon. During
daylight hours, stand facing toward the sun (even if overcast).
Reflect light from the sun onto your hand, or other nearby object.
Make sure to prevent your hand from blocking the light source to the mirror
surface. Slowly bring the mirror toward your eye until the mirror
touches your cheek. Look through the star at the reflected light
on your hand or other object. A bright light spot will show in the
star. This is the aim indicator (this can only be seen by the person
using the mirror). Holding the mirror close to your eye, and still
looking at the aim indicator, slowly turn and angle the mirror until you
"place" the aim indicator directly on the object you wish to
flash.
Q. Can the Star Flash
Signal Mirror only be used in sunny conditions?
A. Best results are achieved when the sun is well above the horizon and
the air is clear. However, visible signals can be created even on
hazy or overcast days and even at night. Remember that signal flashes
can be seen even when you cannot see the aircraft or other target.
Q. How do you use the Star Flash Signal Mirror at
night?
A. Torches, car headlights and moonlight can all be used as a source of
light to produce signals at night. To use the mirror at night, face
the direction from which the aircraft or rescue craft are most likely
to come. Then use the same signalling technique as for sunny conditions,
however use the alternate light source instead of the sun.
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Q. In an emergency situation, how should I signal
for help using the Jet Scream Whistle?
A. The Jet Scream Whistle is most useful in signalling to a ground-based
search party. In this situation, an internationally recognised symbol
of distress is a series of three (3) signals (blasts of the whistle).
Ground search parties will generally give three signals followed by a
period of silence to listen for a response. Signal to the search
party during the silence and continue to do so to assist them in locating
your position.
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Q. How long does an Esbit solid fuel tablet burn
for?
A. Burn times vary widely depending on temperature, wind and altitude.
Generally, one cube will burn for 8-15 minutes.
Q. Can you reuse an Esbit solid fuel tablet?
A. Yes. To extinguish a partially used tablet, blow out the flame
and store the remaining portion for reuse.
Q. Can the Esbit solid fuel tablets be used when
wet?
A. If the Esbit solid fuel tablets get wet, simply dry them prior
to use. All Esbit solid fuel tablets are packaged in waterproof
blister packs to safeguard against moisture.
Q. The Esbit solid fuel tablet packs carry a warning
'May cause sensitisation by skin contact'. What does this mean?
A. The material that gives Esbit solid fuel tablets their intense
burning character may cause skin irritation to some people with sensitive
skin. Users should avoid skin contact where possible and wash hands
if skin contact occurs. Do not handle food or drinks until you have
thoroughly washed your hands after handling the solid fuel tablets.
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Q. How can I get the best performance out of my
Esbit stove?
A. Like any backpacking stove, efficiency of the stove will fall in windy
conditions. To operate effectively under such conditions, the Esbit
stove should be used with a wind shield. To assist in retaining heat and
reducing cooking times, you should cook food or boil water with a lid
on the pot.
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Q. How many times can the Star Cooker be folded from the flat to the upright
position, before it will crack?
A. The Star Cooker is the perfect compact stove for an emergency kit as
it takes up little space when folded flat. The Star Cooker can be
folded upright and refolded flat in excess of 30 times before this action
results in cracking of the high tensile galvanised steel plate.
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