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| 2. Pressure Lamp A) Introduction A source of light is essential for campers, especially at night. It is preferred over the Hurricane Lamp as it produced a stronger source of light. The main characteristic of the pressure lamp is that it uses pressure in addition to fuel. The pressure lamp is 1 main source of light in the NPCC campsite. Therefore, it is necessary for cadets and instructors to familiarize themselves with the basic knowledge of lighting pressure lamps. B) How the Pressure Lamp Works The methylated spirit in the spirit dish is ignited and this heats up the vaporization tube. Air is pumped into the kerosene container and this pressure formed will force the vaporization tube and thus is where the liquid kerosene is turned into kerosene vapor. The vapor is mixed with the oxygen allowed in through the air inlet and is brought to the mantle. The mantle is lighted up by the flame from the spirit dish. C) Safety Precautions � Ensure that no spirit or kerosene is placed near to the pressure lamp when lighting. � No kerosene should be stored in the kerosene container when the pressure lamp is under storage for a long time. � Do not leave the pressure lamp in the open when they are still hot. � Do not store pressure lamps when they are still hot. � Do not touch the mixer flame assembly directly after distinguishing the pressure lamp, as it is extremely hot. � Discontinue pumping air into the pressure lamp once the needle in the pressure gauge is near the red line on the pressure meter � Make sure the indicator in the pressure gauge does not deflect into the red area. � No lighted pressure lamp is allowed in the tents. � Do not leave pressure lamps in the rain and ensure that the hot glass chimney/ cylinder does not come into contact with water. � Do not use methylated spirit to clean the glass chimney even though it is easier to remove the soot with it. Use newspaper to clean the glass chimney instead. � Do not touch the mantle once it is burning. � Never pour kerosene into the kerosene container through the pump opening. |
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