does anyone know if you just pour the swiss fire gel right in?? OR, do those sterno cans FIT INSIDE this? i'm so confused! help!
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The sterno can does not fit in it. I put the gel in last night and it seemed to work.
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Solid alcohol cans will not fit inside, you can use fire gel. What I do is open the sterno can, whit a common can opener, and cut the alcohol block into small pieces, and when the flame starts to get smaller, I simply toss another alcohol block.
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The sterno cans will not fit. I just scooped out some of the gel from the cans and put it in. Works great!
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These are the smaller cans of sterno, I'd say they are a little over 2" tall. Tried to use this with an indoor s'more container and it was too tall.
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Sterno doesn't use a wick. The fluid burns directly from inside the can. The shape and size of the opening dictates the flame size.
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Alex, They way it is it won't work with a Trangia burner as I've tried. It only has 3 points of contact for the sterno can to rest on and the sterno cans are larger than spirit burners so the trangia burner won't sit in it properly. You could definitely modify it to work, but for me there were better smaller lighter options like a clikstand, if you are not familiar with those check them out as they are made specifically for Trangia burners. If you are looking for something that you can use with both sterno fuel and a trangia unit without modification check out Sterno's other folding stove setup at their website or walmart as it appears Amazon does not sale it. That setup has a different folding stove that fits in a square cookpan, that include a meat spork, knife and metal cup. You can fit both a sterno can and a trangia burner on their, but its much heavier and not suited for backpacking, but would work for an emergency kit in a car or at home for a power outage or something. But my experience with sterno is that it will not boil water. I can put two cups of room temp water over a sterno canister and even after 25minutes in a 70deg room it won't boil. That renders it useless in my opinion for any kind of disaster. Also if you were looking at the Coughlan folding stove I'd recommend against that as well as it gets so hot with your trangia burner that it causes your alcohol to boil and flash off. It gets so hot that it will burn anything flammable its sitting on like wood or the ground. If you are looking for just something lightweight for a trangia burner look at the clickstands or the actual trangia cook-sets as those rock. Good luck!
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I returned the item because it was just way too small. I purchased "STERNO" at the same time but do not recall if the tin containers were too large for the unit. Tins are approx. 2.5" diameter, and approx. 2" tall. These are 7.8 oz size. Perhaps you could scoop some sterno out of the tin(s) and place into the unit? Don't know if that would work ....
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It sounds to me like you might not be shaking the cans enough before you light. Shaking is what activates the liquid and causes it to turn into gel. I get right at 2 2/1/2 hours light time. Also shaking completely knocks out any fume odors. I have used sungel and this same method successfully for around 4 years. Hope this helps!
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Thank you, I just purchased the rocket grill and can't wait to get it. I have been looking all night for recipes. This will certainly come in handy. Also found some bags/pouches on ebay 100 for $8.00 + SH. Seems like a really good deal. Any advise on these bags?
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First of all, there should be only a tiny bit of wick above the hole in the stopper.Second, I've never used citronella so I can't address how it may burn compared to regular lamp oil.Third, I haven't used mine yet so am not sure of this brand. I've only used "Wine Lights" brand in the past.Fourth, once the wick burns down, blow out flame, let it cool, use tweezers to pull up the wick, trim it off with scissors and start the process again.That's all I can offer. Cheers!
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I would probably not try to cook something larger than a hamburger patty on Sterno. You would not want to cook directly in the flame as I expect it would taste like "fuel" as well, so at least a small fryer is suggested. That being said, let me offer some of the reasons Sterno is a fantastic option to keep on hand. It is essentially jellied kerosene in a can, it lights instantly even in some wind, it extinguishes instantly; just slip the lid over it (can stays Hot for awhile be careful!), it does not tip over and spill causing an instant dangerous fire, it stores well for a long time. Use Sterno to keep a pan warm of food that is already done, without burning it up - parties for instance, it is perfect for heating up single servings of food when backpacking or roughing it. Consider if you were in an unsafe area, you can light, use, and put away a Sterno without drawing attention to yourself (slip the hot can into an oven mitt!), unlike a fire, you can shut it down instantly by just putting the lid on it. Hope that helps, now have fun discovering what you can do with it!
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I measured mine today. It is true, you cannot use the rack that comes with it, but I have a ~5-inch little trivet that works really well. I checked--you can put 3 pint jars in it while sitting on my little trivet. (NEVER put the jars directly on the bottom.) I read the instruction book, and there is a reference to a Ball canning lid being ok to use in it. They do not say you can use it to pressure can, but I am taking that reference as being that it is ok to use it to can (ALWAYS WITH CARE!) You must not overfill the unit. My unit only takes 3 pint jars--no quarts. Another consideration is that a proper "canner" came with a rack to hold each jar in place so they do not bang each other. I am going to take chunks of aluminum foil and wad it loosely up and stuff it in a loop between the pint jars to hold them apart. For my first attempt I may sit it out on the deck, just in case :-), but I really do not think there should be a problem.
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I've not had an opportunity for this kind of can...............I will recommend that if you order from Amazon................and not happy with it you can return it. As a point of information, contact OXO and ask them the same question. Good luck
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Make sure you took out any packing materials on the inside. Also, you can't have beans in it (I've made that mistake). I believe you turn it counter-clockwise to screw it on it drops into the slot. Might want to try contacting Capresso directly - https://www.capresso.com/customer-care.shtml
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Amazon sells a 2.6 oz. sterno package. I think the hardware stores sell hibachi fuel, which I believe is what we used. You need a solid fuel source and could even use a charcoal briquette. Best of Luck!
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A Coors Light can fits almost exactly in the slot for crushing. If the pull tab is slightly up, you actually have to push it down before putting it in the slot.
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Hey! Did not know, so I went to the pantry and got several cans (soup, Diced Tomato, Cranberries etc.) ALL seems to work perfectly.As long as the can is no longer than a REGULAR 12oz soda can, it works. For Example, Beer cans work, but not COORS LIGHT cans. Theyare just a 'smidge' taller and won't fit. Hope this helps. I REALLY like racks a LOT.
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First, be careful not to overflow the container with milk. Fill milk to just under the top of the ball that is on top of the whisk. I LOVE my Aeroccino Steamer. Made my life easier. If you continue to have trouble, contact Nespresso directly, they are amazingly helpful. Also, I suggest that you join their club. The pods are cheapest through them.
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There is a good explanation on how to season the smoker by Slap Yo Daddy BBQ in the reviews. When I start charcoal I fill my chimney and put some newspaper underneath and light it. Then I pour the lit coals on top of unlit coals this is called the Minion Method (google it) ...I never use lighter fluid !! You can taste it in the meat. There is a wealth of information on the Internet on how use this grill for cooking all types of meats. Just do a little research and Enjoy !