Preventing steam burns

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Preventing steam burns

When quenching hot pieces in water, be aware of the danger of burns from steam. The heavy yellow insulating gloves are useless when wet, so be careful to keep them out of the water. Hollow pieces with small holes should never be submerged in water. If only a small amount of water can get inside the piece, the water can be turned to super-heated steam and expelled at great pressure creating the potential for serious burns.

   

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