Health. The vapours from the solvent blend used to fix the hemispheres and set the time fuse are rather nasty despite their pleasant smell. The methylene chloride and/or methyl ethyl ketone can induce liver and kidney damage, even in very small biological doses taken over an extended period. Good ventilation is vital. [OSHA regulations have virtually banned the use of methylene chloride for this use in the U.S.]
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