TO BE USED BY LICENSED CONTRACTORS ONLY.
P.O. Box 1667 South Gate, CA 90280 • Phone: 310-537-7782 • Fax: 800-737-2726
7529 Perryman Court • Curtis Bay, MD 21226-1752 • Phone: 410-360-5010 • Fax: 877-377-6466
www.pascospecialty.com
PASCO
SPECIALTY & MFG., INC.
Since 1936
10/20
#42520 SELF LIGHTING TORCH INSTRUCTIONS
This torch is used with a flammable product. Failure to comply with these Warnings and Instructions may result
in an explosion or fire that may cause property damage, serious personal injury or death.
Read and comply with the instructions and warnings in this manual and familiarize yourself with the torch before lighting
and using. Review instructions and warnings periodically to maintain awareness. Do not try to operate before reading
instructions.
Torches are to be used with propane only. Use only with Hand Held Propane Cylinders specifically designed for use with
torches. (DOT-39 or TC-39M cylinders)
DANGER
FIRE
EXPLOSION
FUMES
DANGER
DANGER
WARNING
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Keep fuel cylinders away from heat or flame.
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It is illegal and dangerous to refill the cylinder. When empty, obtain a new cylinder from your dealer.
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Federal law prohibits transportation if refilled. Penalty up to $500,000 fine and five years imprisonment (49 U.S.C. 5124)
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Keep cylinders out of reach of children
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Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight.
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Do not store near source of heat or in a room used for habitation.
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Always detach torch from cylinder when not in use.
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Do not breathe gas, fumes, vapor or spray. If inhaled, remove affected person to fresh air.
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Avoid contact with eyes or skin. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice. For skin contact, flush with large amounts of water.
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When cylinder is empty, discard in a safe place. Do not throw cylinder in fire. Do not puncture or incinerate cylinder.
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Keep torch out of reach of children and anyone who has not read instructions. Do not point torch towards face, other
persons or flammable objects. Never attempt to use torch as a cigarette lighter.
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Disconnect cylinder when not in use.
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Never attempt to modify the torch construction and Never use unapproved accessories or fuels.
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Be careful when using the torch outdoors on sunny or windy days. Bright sun makes it impossible to see the torch’s
flame. Wind may carry the torch’s heat back towards you or other areas not intended to be heated. Windy conditions
may also cause sparks to be blown into other areas with combustible materials.
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Treat the torch as you would any fine tool or instrument. Do not drop, throw, or otherwise abuse.
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Do not use a leaking, damaged or malfunctioning torch.
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Radiant energy can harm your eyes. Wear goggles having ANSI 287.12979 shade lens number appropriate to the torch
operation as indicated; brazing and light cutting (3 or 4), medium cutting and light welding (4 or 5), heavy cutting and
medium/heavy welding (5-8).
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Never use torch to strip paint.
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Heating a surface may cause heat to be conducted to adjoining surfaces that may be combustible or become
pressurized when heated. Always check to make sure no unintended parts or materials are being heated.
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Work only in well-ventilated areas. Avoid the fumes from fluxes, lead-based paint, and all metal heating operations. Be
careful to avoid fumes from cadmium plating and galvanized metal- remove these coatings in the area to be heated by
filing or sanding prior to heating.
EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE. CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE.
WARNING: Birth Defects, Reproductive
Harm, and Cancer. - www.p65warnings.ca.gov.
#42520 SELF LIGHTING TORCH
DO NOT DISCARD THESE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
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