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The Locomotive (1867)

Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company · Hartford, Ct. : Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Co · leaf 169

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mediums. As regards any liability of danger from the fuel itself, doubtless residues witha high flash point are to be preferred, not only on account of the safety with whichthey can be stored and handled without exceptional precautions, but also because,when being injected into the furnace, their… … Sectional View of Fig. is necessary to employ lighter oils and products, some revision in the methods of stor-ing, handling, and burning will satisfactorily remove any risks. Of the many products used as fuel, the tar which is a residue from the manufactureof oil gas from petroleum is perhaps one…

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