Ignition mechanism for an instantly heating container.

摘要

An ignition mechanism for a heater (3) which includes a metal exothermic container (7) in which are mounted an exothermic part (4), a firing part (5) and an igniter (6). The igniter is a type which may be actuated by pushing or pulling a string (9). The mechanism comprises a tube (8) mounted on the container, the tube having one end positioned adjacent the igniter. A string is connected to the igniter and extends into the tube, the string being extendable to the other end, whereby the string may be manually pulled or pushed and thereby operate the igniter. A float (10) may be attached to the string, and a water-soluble glue may be provided to initially hold the string in place before use.