1. 1. HKR 3220 - Stoves Matthew McDonald
2. 2. Are Stoves Important? YES There is no better feeling than eating a nice warm, filling meal in the wilderness. Although it may seem easier to bring along small snacks such as cereal bars, a cooked meal will provide campers with the necessary nutrients energy to have a successful trip. A warm cooked meal = a happy camper
3. 3. Hazard Prevention Use only specified fuels and canisters Inspect all stove parts before use If the stove fails to start immediately, shut it off and wait a few minutes before starting again A source of water should be on hand to extinguish any out of control flames Do not lean over the stove when lighting Allow time for the stove to cool down before storing
4. 4. Step One: Know Your Materials When preparing to light the stove the individual should ensure that the following materials are present: One fuel tank One burner One heat shield One ground pad A lighter
5. 5. Step Two: Setting the Stove in Place The first step is too open up the legs of the burner and to place the ground pad and heat shield in place. NOTE: The burner should be placed on a solid surface away from flammable substances. As this is difficult in the wild, campers should always have a water pale handy.
6. 6. Step Three: Pump and Connect the Fuel Tank To The Stove Pump the handle at the top of the fuel tank for approximately 30 seconds to build up pressure in the tank. Carefully connect the fuel tank to the burner by placing the burner line into the designated place at the top of the tank and clamping the metal fastening to the groove of the tank..
7. 7. Step Four: Turn On The Tank and Fill the Burner Half Full of Fuel Once the tank is connected to the stove twist the knob on the tank so that the burner fills half way up with fuel. This will provide enough fuel to get the stove ready for cooking but not too much as to let the flame get out of hand.
8. 8. Step Five: Lighting The Stove Carefully, using a lighter or match light the fuel on fire that is in the burner under the stove and step back to let it burn. Allow the fire to burn itself down before proceeding to the next step. Once burned down, strike another lighter or match to the top portion of the stove to get the desired flame for cooking. Adjust the amount of fuel getting to the flame by twisting the knob either in the on or off direction.
9. 9. Step Six: Cook Your Food! At this point you should have the appropriate flame for cooking and now it is time to begin. You can now place your pot or pan on top on the stove and your food will begin to cook. REMEMBER: Only one stove should be used at a time unless there are others present to supervise the others. When dealing with an open flame all of the necessary precautions should be taken to prevent injury. If the camper suspects anything out of the ordinary the stove should be turned off immediately.