[1307]. Meat can. Do not carry meat of any kind or other greasy substance in the meat can for a long period, as it will corrode the aluminum.
If the rivets securing the hinge to the meat can become loose, a few blows with a hammer or hand ax on the outside ends of the rivets, the heads of the rivets being backed up on a piece of metal, will tighten them.
If the hinge pin becomes loose, a nail can be used to replace it, the nail being cut with a service wire cutter and the ends of the nail headed over slightly with a few blows of a hammer.
[1308] Bacon can. The interior of the bacon can should always be kept clean and free from hardened grease or dirt by frequent washings with soar and water.
If the cover becomes loose on the body of the can, the upper half of the body may be bent out until the cover is again tight.
If the cover is too tight, a slight amount of flattening with a hammer on the edge of the cover, resting on a wooden block, will usually extend the cover sufficiently.
[1309]. Condiment can. When not in use, always remove the contents. Many cans have been ruined by neglecting to do this.
See that the threaded ends do not become rusty.
The can should be disassembled at all inspections, so that the inspecting officer may see that no rust is present.
[1310]. Cup. The cup is made of aluminum and excessive heat damages aluminum.