So the GF's document shredder was really having a tough time. So I decided to lube it with some DRY Teflon spray lubricant. So I got a pair of needle nose pliers ran it in reverse, and pull out all the stray bits of paper. Gave it a couple of good sprays, and put the lid back on. I thought I would try it out and grabbed a piece of paper and fed it in. It made a big POOF like sound (small explosion). I quickly grabbed the bin portion and raced to the nearest exit door. By that time there was a 6-in ball of flames rapidly consuming the loosely shredded paper. Picture this, a guy in boxer shorts running outside his home looking for a place to dump the flaming mess. So I guess butane is still a cheap eco-friendly propellant!
I bet the neighbours had a bit of a shock seeing you in ur grundies! Hope you hadn’t a ‘morning glory’ to make the situation worse.
'Do not apply on or around energized electrical equipment'. 'EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE.' Hmm... On this side of the pond, we have a saying: "If all else fails, read the instructions." (Not saying we always do, though.)
