How to Build an Orange Cannon

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Cut the PVC to the appropriate length.

   The barrel portion should be at least 24 inches (61.0 cm), but advanced users are encouraged to try various lengths and observe the results.
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   Step 2: Use PVC glue to connect adapter piece for end cap one end of the pipe.

   This will be the ignition chamber end of the gun. , One nail should go on one side, and the other directly across on the opposite side of the chamber.
   
   There should be around ¼ in of space between the two nail tips. , This is most easily accomplished by stripping a section of each wire and then tightly winding the wire around each of your contact points, in this case two nails.
   
   Remember, one wire per nail. , To do this, remove the end cap and watch the nails for a spark when you press the ignition button.
   
   If you see the spark, you’re ready to start shooting. , Warning:
   Be ready to fire right away after loading and preparing the gun.
   
   Leaving the gun loaded for longer periods of time increases the chance for accident and injury. ,, Warning:
   Make sure the cannon is not pointed towards any people! Have a set target in mind and know what is around it. ,
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   Step 3: Hammer two nails into the chamber of the gun.

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   Step 4: Connect the grill ignitor to the gun

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   Step 5: connecting one wire to each nail.

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   Step 6: Check to see if the ignition is working.

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   Step 7: Place an orange in the barrel on the side with the outside threads.

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   Step 8: Spray the hair spray into the end cap chamber.

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   Step 9: Quickly screw the end cap to the end of the barrel to hold in the spray.

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    Step 10: To fire the orange cannon

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    Step 11: hold the gun tightly and use the grill igniter apply charge to the nails.

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