How to Create Liquid Paraffin
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Turn on the electric heating plate. Place the pot with water on the burner. Bring the water to a temperature just below boiling. - 2
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Break the paraffin block into chunks and place them into the pour pot or old percolator. Put on your safety glasses and don the gloves. Immerse the container in the hot water. - 3
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Watch the wax as it melts, being careful that no loose clothing gets too close to the heat. As soon as the wax is liquefied, remove it from the heat and pour it into your mold. Let your equipment cool before putting it away.
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