Why wont my torch hold a flame?

If this does not work, the burner may be clogged; clean it with a blast of compressed air. If neither of these methods works, you may be low on butane or may have an air bubble in the lighter’s tank. The only way to definitively solve either problem is by emptying the lighter and refilling it with fresh butane.

Why does my torch go out when I turn it upside down?

Why does my torch go out when tipped upside down? When theses torches are inverted, the liquid propane works its way through the torch and extinguishes the flame.

Why does my propane torch keep blowing out?

The flare up and flame going out happens when the liquid propane in the cylinder covers the hole in the top of the cylinder; it will flame out as it is no longer allowing gas to pass through. A torch with a greater length and bend in the neck would help.

How do you adjust the flame on a propane torch?

Point the torch nozzle in a safe direction away from you and ignite the gas by activating the striker 2 inches from the tip of the nozzle. Adjust the flame with the flame adjustment knob until you have a pointed blue flame with a hint of yellow at the tip. The torch is now ready to use.

Why is my torch shooting flames?

When you bleed your lighter, you eliminate old fuel and even air that can build up within the fuel chamber. Old fuel mixed with air can make your flame sputter and flicker, reducing your ability to gain a clean light. The bleeding process is very simple and you’ll only need a single tool to accomplish it.

Why is my torch hissing?

The butane lighter needs a refill because it’s low on fluid. If the lighter makes a hissing sound, turn the flame adjustment down. The setting on the flame may be too high. The hissing noise shows that the lighter is leaking.

Can I turn my propane tank upside down?

The tank should never be left upside down for more than 10 minutes at a time because it blocks the tank’s ability to vent if needed. However, to fill one pound cylinders you must turn the tank upside down. You want the “liquid propane” to fill your tank, not just the gas.

How do you bleed a torch?

To bleed, hold the lighter in a vertical, upright position. Depress the filler valve with a small screwdriver, until all fuel is expelled and the hissing stops. Shake lighter, then repeat to ensure it is completely bled.

How do I stop my hissing torch?

Flip the lighter upside down and use a small screwdriver or a thin and narrow tool to compress the fuel valve and release the air. A trace amount of fuel may also escape. After the valve stops hissing, the air has been fully expelled. Turn the flame height to its lowest setting (-) and refill the tank.

Why does my propane tank only work upside down?

The liquid expands as gas many times the volume of the liquid. If you fill the tank with just gas, it will be empty after a few minutes of use. The liquid is heavier than the gas, so when the tank is upside down the liquid will be at the valve instead of gas. 2 of 2 found this helpful.