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1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.1. BURNER
The Lomat is designed to prevent the occurrence of any risks to the user when
used properly. LORCH soldering burners are precision equipment and have to
be handled with care. It is not permitted to put them down on gas bottles or
containers. In the case of lengthy interrupt ions in work the unit should be stored
protected from dust and moisture. It is essential to select the right burner to
ensure economical and safe operation.
1.2. GAS HOSES
Gas hoses are subject to particularly high levels of stress. Hose should be pro-
tected from damage such as kinking, burning and soiling. Porous or defective
hoses should be replaced immediately. Do not run hoses between your legs or
over your head.
1.3. GAS BOTTLES
Gas bottles are governed by the provisions of the Pressure Vessel Regulations
and the associated rules; these should be observed.
1.4. BODY AND EYE PROTECTION
You should use suitable items to protect your body, hands and eyes (goggles,
gloves etc..).
1.5. VENTILATION
Only work in well-ventilated rooms or outside. Any gases or vapours produced
should be extracted at the location where they occur.
1.6. FIRE PROTECTION
Before starting soldering it should be ensured that comustible and explosive
materials are removed from the vicinity of the workplace. Never point the mount-
hpiece of the burner at yourself or others. Do not set up or operate the burner
near sources of heat. The national provisions and accident prevention regulati-
ons must be observed when using liquid gas.
2. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2.1. CONNECTING LOMAT
Connect the pressure reducer and hose rupture protection to the propane bottle
(propane in accordance with DIN 51622) so the connection is gastight.
Connect the high-pressure hose to the Lomat hose connection (1).
Connecting threads for combustible gases have a lefthand thread G 3/8.
2.2. BURNER
Select the burner depending on the type of work to be performed. Slide the
burner (9) into the burner mount bore (4) and press to snap into place.
Units whose own weight lets them turn in the burner can be inserted in 60° catch
points in the burner handle. All other units can be rotated through 360° in the
burner handle.
