1. Do not attempt to install, repair, or
service this torch or the gas supply line
unless you have continuing expert
training and knowledge of gas heaters.
Qualifications for service and installa-
tion of this equipment are as follows:
a. To be a qualified gas heater serv-
ice person, you must have suffi-
cient training and experience to
handle all aspects of gas-fired
heater installation, service and re-
pair. This includes the task of in-
s t a l l a t i o n , t ro u b l e s h o ot i n g ,
replacement of defective parts
and testing of the torch.
You must completely familiarize
yourself with the torch by reading
and complying with the safety in-
structions, labels, Owner’s Man-
ual, etc., that is provided with the
torch.
b. To be a qualified gas installation
person, you must have sufficient
training and experience to handle
all aspects of installing, repairing
and altering gas lines, including
selecting and installing the proper
equipment, and selecting proper
pipe and tank size to be used.
This must be done in accordance
with all local, state and national
codes as well as the manufac-
turer’s requirements.
2.
All installations and applications of
L.B.White torches must meet all rele-
vant local, state and national codes.
Included are L.P. gas, and safety
codes. Your local fuel gas supplier, the
local fire department or similar gov-
ernment agencies, or your insurance
agent can help you determine code re-
quirements. Also refer to
-- ANSI/NFPA 58, latest edition,
Standard for Storage and
Handling of Liquefied Petro-
leum Gas
-- ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Na-
tional Fuel Gas Code
3.
Adequate ventilation air for combus-
tion must be provided in accordance
with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.154, Tempo-
rary Heating Devices, and ANSI
A10.10, Safety Requirements for Tem-
porary and Portable Space Heating De-
vices, as appropriate
4.
We cannot anticipate every use which
may be made of our torches. Check
with the local fire safety authority if you
have questions about applications.
5.
Do not locate fuel gas containers or
fuel supply hoses within 20 ft. of the
discharge of the torch.
WARNING
Fire and Burn Hazard.
Can Cause Property Damage,
Severe Injury or Death
■
Torches produce an intense and ex-
tremely hot open flame
.
■
Always be aware of the direction of
the torch’s burner head relative to
people and any combustible materi-
als when the torch is lit.
5
Torch Assembly
8
1.
Remove the cap from the POL. Insert
POL stem into the valve on the tank.
Thread the nut counterclockwise into
the tank valve. Tighten the nut se-
curely with a wrench. See Fig. 2.
2.
Slowly open the tank valve. This will
prevent lock-up of the excess flow
valve within POL stem.
3.
Check all connections with approved
leak detector. Do not use flame to
check for leaks. A fire or explosion
may result.
4.
When storing or transporting the
torch, ensure the POL is protected
from damage and dirt entry.
FIG. 2
Connecting the Torch to the Propane Gas Supply
POL NUT
AND STEM
WARNING
Explosion and Fire Hazard.
■
Do not leave this torch unattended
when in use.
■
Constant supervision of the torch is
required.
■
Do not use this torch in an enclo-
sure.
■
Combustion air is required for safe
operation.
■
If combustion air is restricted,
burner flame will be extinguished:
-- Gas will continue to flow and
accumulate until the safety
control valve closes and gas
flow is stopped.
■
If ignited, accumulated gas will
cause explosions or fires leading to
property damage, injury, or death.
1.
Assemble all components as shown in
Fig.1. Use pipe thread compound.
2.
Ensure all connections are tightened se-
curely.
3.
Connect to the propane gas supply.
FIG. 1
TORCH ASSEMBLY
GAS HOSE
TO GAS SUPPLY
REGULATOR
