No2. Non return ball valve located at the commencement of fuel flow from the
tank.
With the two valves correctly positioned, with the correct fuel mixture used
eliminates the possibility of a flash back.
The owner of a Pacific Fire Lighter is responsible for inspecting, conducting
maintenance and testing so the tool always operates correctly. Preventative
maintenance also has a roll in safety. Spare parts are readily available, use only
genuine spare parts from the manufacturer’s parts list for the Pacific Fire Lighter
included in this manual.
ROUTINE INSPECTION BY THE USER
Check filler bung and air bleed screw O rings for damage. Inspect for tank weld
damage, leaks, dents and cracking. Check wick is clean on outer surface, clean
with wire brush if necessary. Check all threads are in good condition, not stripped
or damaged. Inspect want for alignment (not bent or out of line). Check brass
nozzle, wick mount and wick bolt are secured properly. Ensure the fuel you are
filing your torch tank with is absolutely clean, containing no water or residue of
foreign matter. The most important factor is the correct mixture of 25 per cent
petrol to 75 per cent diesel (1 part petrol to 3 parts diesel).
DEFECTIVE TOOLS ARE DISPOSED OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AGENCY OR
EMPLOYERS GUIDELINES.
11. STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION BY AIRCRAFT, VEHICLE
OR BOAT
The Pacific Fire Lighter and fuel are to be stored and transported in accordance
with agency or employers requirements. Where there is no such advice use the
following for guidance.
Prior to storage, empty all fuel from the Pacific Fire Lighter’s tank into an
approved and labeled container. Store Pacific Fire Lighters in a cool dry area,
secured and in an upright position. When transporting the Pacific Fire Lighter it
must be empty of fuel and in and upright position. Torches may be transported in
the normal bracket provided. These are the most likely requirements of the
relevant transport and dangerous good regulations. Transportation with residual
fuel in the torch tank could cause spillage that might contribute to a fire or make
the work surface slippery or unsafe.
An approved type of flammable liquids container is required for storage and
transporting fuel mixture. This container must be correctly labeled with volume
and contents (type of fuel mix) marked, with the filler cap securely closed. The
container should not be filed past the filer line or as recommended by the
manufacturer, labels are a ‘Class 3 Flammable Liquids Label’. Additionally for
aircraft transportations, it requires 2 orientation labels, a UN shipping label with
UN No1203 (fuel mix) and a maximum of 60 litres per flight.
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Instruction and Safety Manual
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