5 Rules for Using Dry Ice in a Yeti Cooler

Leave the drain plug open or crack the lid slightly Pressure buildup from sublimating dry ice can bulge or burst a sealed cooler.

Place dry ice at the bottom, then regular ice on top This slows sublimation and keeps the dry ice lasting longer.

Handle dry ice with thick gloves or tongs Direct skin contact can cause frostbite or burns.

Buffer dry ice from the cooler walls Use cardboard or a towel to prevent the -109°F surface from stressing the rotomolded plastic liner.

Never seal the cooler airtight Ventilation is the only real precaution needed to use dry ice safely.