Safety question

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docdave
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Safety question

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I was planning to distill in my garage with the door propped open a couple of feet at the bottom. A fan will be used to exhaust any fumes from the rig. The garage door faces the street so I'm reluctant to open the door fully. A side door to the garage could be opened fully if necessary. Would this work or should I think about a different setup. It's already starting to get cold here in the GW North. Any feedback would be appreciated.
Kentucky shinner
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Re: Safety question

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I distill in garage in the winter also. I think opening the side door with a fan would be very sufficient.
lateralus
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Re: Safety question

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I have my garage door open about 12" and then open one of the windows as well to get a cross breeze going. It will warm up the garage a bit but isn't a problem.
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rubber duck
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Re: Safety question

Post by rubber duck »

I've done it in the shop before but I think I'm going to build a fire box with a air intake and exhaust. Lots of folks use propane inside just be really careful. If you burn your house down the insurance company might not cover you.
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docdave
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Re: Safety question

Post by docdave »

Thanks guys, This is just a temporary setup. There is less flammable stuff hanging around in my garage than in my kitchen. I am planning to build a shed behind my house in the spring. Maybe insulate it and send an extension cord out there. Don't want a city building inspector poking around for electrical problems.
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