If you Place a redstone block next to the block above a dipsnser or dropper, the dispenser/dropper starts behaving as if it was powered. Powering it by other means does not make it fire.
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If you Place a redstone block next to the block above a dipsnser or dropper, the dispenser/dropper starts behaving as if it was powered. Powering it by other means does not make it fire.
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Minecraft 1.11
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