The Phoenix Forge Owner’s Manual
Important:
When
you’re done
forging, turn your forge off and remove the burner from the port to allow it to cool
separately from the chamber. The chamber will release heat over time while cooling and that can damage the
burner if it is left in the port. You can set the burner between the legs on the forge body to let it cool in safe
place.
Remember to perform gas leak checks often. Both before and during use.
If you smell propane shut your
forge down and locate the leak immediately! No exceptions!
Trouble Shooting Your Phoenix:
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My Phoenix will light but the flame sputters or will not run at full strength.
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It is likely a low propane tank not supplying pressure. It can also be a tank that is too cool to release
propane as a gas. The lower the fuel level in the tank, the more likely it is to freeze during use. This
will also result in a small yellow toned flame and the chamber will also drop temperature.
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I smell Propane while forging.
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Turn off your forge, locate the leak and repair the issue before starting the forge again.
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The flame is not stable in windy locations.
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The flame will be affected by weather. There is no way we know of to get around this with a
Venturi Burner. Do not forge on windy days while outdoors. The flame will sputter and may be
blown out by gusting wind.
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My burner is extremely hot or glowing.
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Either not enough pressure is being used to heat the chamber/cool the burner or the burner
has been placed to deeply within the port.
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My forge is so hot it burns my hands while placing stock in the chamber.
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We always recommend wearing proper leather gloves and using tongs while operating your
forge. It runs hot.
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The chamber takes 20-30 minutes to glow brightly.
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The chamber has a flux resistant lining that takes up to 30 minutes to absorb enough heat to
glow. This is normal.
