WARNING!!!
The pot support used for this stove could be VERY DANGEROUS when the pot is removed. Falling on the support could cause major damage. Always remove the support or turn upside down when not cooking.

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In daylight you may not be able to see a flame or hear an audible sound from an alcohol stove.  A windscreen wrapped partially around the stove may aid in seeing a flame more easily.
 
DO NOT OVERFILL STOVE. A space above the fuel inside stove is necessary for proper operation and overfilled liquid fuel may be ejected instead of alcohol vapor, creating a potentially hazardous fire.
 
Individuals not trained and experienced in use of tools and techniques mentioned on this page should not attempt creating a stove without supervision by someone with proper experience and training.
 
Eye protection should be worn whenever flying metal is possible (such as whenever a drill, hammer or knife is used).
 
Lighting of stoves should be attempted in a area not prone to fire.
 
Use of gasoline, or any other petroleum products in these stoves may result in severe burns and/or death.