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Make: Volume 52
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Make: Volume 52

by Mike Senese
July 2016
Intermediate to advanced content levelIntermediate to advanced
75 pages
4h 50m
English
Make: Community
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Getting Started with Propane and Fire Effects
Materials
» Propane cylinder, standard 20lb
(5gal)
» Propane regulator, low pressure
such as a gas BBQ regulator
» Ball valve, gas rated, 3⁄8" FIP ×
3⁄8" FIP
» Propane hose, high pressure, ¼"
MIP × 3⁄8" FFL
» Brass bushing, 3⁄8" MIP × 3⁄8" FIP
» Brass bushing, 3⁄8" MIP × ¼" FIP
» Teflon tape, yellow (gas-rated)
» 3⁄8" flare plug fitting (optional)
to fit hose end, for leak testing
Tools
» Adjustable wrenches (2)
» Safety glasses
» Spray bottle
» Dish soap
» Towel
LEAK TESTING
1. Put your safety glasses on. Verify that the ball
valve is turned off.
2. Attach the regulator’s QCC fitting to the pro
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