How to Light a Butane Torch
Butane torches are often used in jewelry making, where pieces of metal must be soldered together or softened for stretching. The advantage of a butane torch is that it produces a tiny flame that can reach a temperature of up to 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit. Butane torches are typically fitted with refillable tanks or disposable canisters. One easy feature is a self-lighting ignition source that operates very similarly to the small, finger-triggered lighters used to light candles.
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Instructions
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Put on safety glasses and heat-resistant gloves.
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Hold the torch with your dominant hand. Raise the flame nozzle cover up and away from the nozzle opening. Turn the flame adjustment knob to the middle setting.
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Point the nozzle away from your body. Push the ignition button/trigger and hold it pressed in with your thumb. This does two things: it allows the compressed gas to flow out of the canister and through the nozzle, and it generates a spark to ignite the gas.
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Turn the flame adjustment knob to achieve the desired flame size from the nozzle. The torch is now operational and ready to use.
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Tips & Warnings
If the torch does not light, it may be that the gas flow is too low or too hard. Try lowering and increasing the gas flow to find the optimal setting for lighting the torch.
If adjusting the gas flow does not solve the lighting problem, then the problem may be with the ignition source. Try holding a lighted match in front of the nozzle while holding the ignition button pressed in.
Butane torches can cause severe burns and damage. Always wear safety equipment and pay attention to your surroundings when operating a flame.
Do not use the nozzle cover to extinguish the flame. Always release the ignition button/trigger to turn off the torch.
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