Always wear SAFETY GLASSES when working with hot wax. The soft wax used in this project can get very sticky. An apron and gloves (latex, nitrile, etc.) are highly recommended. To facilitate cleanup, put a drop cloth on the work bench, on the ground below it, and on the wall behind it. Avoid getting wax on your clothes. To get wax off your skin, wash with warm water and dish soap. 1. Fill the electric hot plate or pan with a small amount of water, about 1/2” (1.5cm) deep. Make sure to keep adding water to the pan as it evaporates. DO NOT let the pan boil dry, as the wax will get VERY hot. 2. Turn the heat on to low or medium. It should get hot but not quite boil the water. 3. Place a couple lead sinkers or other small weights in your wax melting cup(s), to keep it from floating in the water. Fill the cup(s) with wax and place the cup(s) into the water in the hotplate. The wax will melt slowly. 4. The molten wax is hot, but should not be hot enough to burn the thick skin on your the palms of your hands. More sensitive skin or large quantities of hot wax may cause burns. In case of a burn, quickly rinse the area with LOTS of cold water. 5. One wax ring will usually pot about 6 motors (enough for 2 SeaPerch ROVs). |
