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WARNING:

The projects described in this section involve modifying consumer fireworks and creating ignition supplies using black powder.  Black powder is an explosive that must be handled with extreme care to avoid fire, explosion, and severe injury.  By reading and carrying out the instructions for these projects, you hereby acknowledge that...

1) The procedures described on the following pages are for informational purposes only.  I make no implication that you should follow these instructions.  

2) If you choose to follow the instructions on the following pages, you will do so at your own risk.  Black powder, fuse, and igniters are dangerous and must be handled with the utmost caution.  The author of Pyro Universe (that's me) takes no responsibility for personal injuries, property damage, or legal trouble caused by fireworks or the application of any of the materials presented on these pages.  No warranties are expressed or implied regarding any of this information.  There is no guarantee that any firework or other pyrotechnic device will function exactly as described here. 

3) The author also does not advocate the use of this information for illegal, unsafe, disruptive, or destructive purposes.  This includes building salutes, bombs, or other explosives designed to cause noise, harm, or damage.  

4)  The possession and use of fireworks/black powder is regulated by federal, state, and local laws.  The reader is solely responsible for observing his/her local laws before using fireworks or applying the information presented at this site.  

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