Maintenance:
• Surfaces of the torch may be cleaned with soap or detergent and water solutions. Do not
use petroleum-based cleaners to clean any components of the torch or the torch body.
• Remove any debris and combustible material from the torch. The torch must be
kept clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors
and liquids.
• The supply hose assembly shall be visually inspected prior to each torch use. If there
is excessive abrasion or wear , or the hose is cut, it must be replaced prior to the torch
being put into operation. The replacement hose assembly shall be specified by Flame
Engineering, Inc. Contact Flame Engineering for further information.
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Disconnecting From The Supply Cylinder:
1. Be certain supply cylinder valve is turned off.
2. Disconnect the P.O.L. nut/nipple fitting on the LP hose to the propane supply.
3. Replace the protective plastic plug into the cylinder valve outlet.
Storage:
Never attempt to store the torch while it is hot. When the torch is stored indoors, the
connection between the LP-Gas supply cylinder and the torch must be disconnected
and the cylinder removed form the torch and stored in accordance with Chapter 5 of
ANSI/NFPA 58, the standard for storage and handling of liquefied petroleum gases.
Do not store the torch in locations where it may be damaged.
WARNING
The gas supply hose shall be protected from traffic, building materials
and contact with hot surfaces during use and while in storage.
Torch Shut-Off:
1. Close the LP-Gas cylinder valve.
2. Allow the gas to burn out of hose. After the flame is no longer visible, turn the
flame adjusting valve to the closed or “off” position. TO RESTART follow
lighting instructions.
NOT PLACE YOUR HAND OR ANY PART OF YOUR BODY IN THE PATH
OF THE BURNER WHILE LIGHTING OR OPERATING THE TORCH. DO
NOT USE MATCHES OR CIGARETTE LIGHTER TO IGNITE THE TORCH.
4. Adjust the size of the pilot flame by using the flame adjusting valve. Adjust to a
low flame that will keep the torch burning in existing conditions, a small flame is
usually adequate. Depress the squeeze vavle to achieve full flame.
