INSTRUCTIONS for
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January, 2005
PREST-O-LITE™
PZ-503 Self Lighting Torch - P/N 22533
These INSTRUCTIONS are for experienced operators. If you are not fully familiar with the principles
of operation and safe practices for air-fuel gas equipment, we urge you to read our booklet “Precau-
tions and Safe Practices for Gas Welding, Cutting & Heating,” Form 2035. Do NOT permit untrained
persons to install, operate, or maintain this equipment. Do NOT attempt to install or operate this
equipment until you have read and fully understand these instructions. If you do not fully understand
these instructions, contact your supplier for further information.
CAUTION
WARNING
This is a flame producing device using pressurized Propane or Mapp fuel gas. This equipment will ignite
instantly to produce an extremely hot temperature of over 2000 degrees and will heat or damage mate-
rial in seconds. Heat from this torch can travel further than the eye can see. Make sure no combustible
materials are unintentionally exposed to heat or flames. Disconnect torch from tank when not in use. Im-
proper assembly, abuse or misuse can cause serious injury. Before each use, check for leaks. Do not use
if leak cannot be corrected. Store fuel tank in a well ventilated area. This is not intended to be a complete
training manual. Each situation has its own safety issues that the user must address.
Gas can get trapped inside the torch, even after the cylinder is removed. Always assume the torch has
enough trapped gas to ignite and cause a dangerous situation. Point torch away from yourself and other
items that can be damaged.
Always use torch in well-ventilated, non-enclosed work area to avoid possible health hazards from fumes.
Do not operate torch upside down or in a horizontal position as the tank will discharge liquid causing the
flame to increase or flare up. If this happens, immediately turn the torch right side up or turn it off. When
the liquid fuel has burned off or evaporated, the torch will then operate normally.
Keep combustible material away from or protected from the flame.
The torch’s tip end will get very HOT and can cause a burn if touched.
Do not store the fuel tank in a room used for habitation, in a closed or confined space, near open flames,
heaters, or in direct sunlight.
Do not leave work area hot.
Do not drop tank or torch or handle roughly.
Do not look into tip end or point at non-work objects.
Do not leave a burning torch unattended.
Do not leave the Ignition Button on and valve open when not in use.
Do not heat objects that contain or have contained flammable liquids or vapors.
Do not alter or tamper with the torch. Return torch for proper repairs.
Always keep out of the reach of children.
Always disconnect the torch from the tank when not in use.
Always wear eye protection when using the torch.
Always have water or a fire extinguisher ready.
Comply with all Federal, State and Local Government regulations and standards.
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TIP END
FLAME TUBE
GAS ADJUSTMENT VALVE
INLET CONNECTION
FLAME LOCK BUTTON
ON/OFF IGNITION BUTTON
