Flame King FK4500CGA High Intensity Propane Torch Head Instruction Manual
- May 15, 2024
- Flame King
Table of Contents
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Trigger-Start Torches
Models: FK4500CGA, FK8500CGA, FK-028CGA
FK4500CGA High Intensity Propane Torch Head
DANGER
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 only with hand held gas cylinders specifically
designated for use with torches.
WARNING
Materials used in the construction of this device may contain brass (which
may contain lead), a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Combustion by-products produced when using this device contain chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.
- 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.
- Disconnect cylinder when not in use.
- Never attempt to modify the torch construction and never use unapproved accessories or fuels.
- Treat the torch as you would any fine tool or instrument. Do not drop, throw, or otherwise abuse.
- Do not use a leaking, damaged or malfunctioning torch.
- Always wear safety glasses, protective gloves and use proper tools to handle hot work.
- Radiant energy can harm your eyes. Wear glasses having an appropriate lens shade number (see 29 CFR 1926.102) for the torch operation being done; brazing and light cutting (3 or 4), medium cutting and light welding (4 or 5), heavy cutting and medium/heavy welding (5-8).
- 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.
- Never use torch to strip lead paint.
- Be careful when using the torch outdoors on sunny or windy days. Bright light makes it difficult 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.
- 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.
- Be aware that the tip of the torch can get extremely hot during use. Take precautions to protect yourself and others from accidental burns.
- Never use the torch on or near combustibles. Be careful around motor vehicles or any gasoline-fired products and beware of hidden fuel lines and tanks.
- Always make certain the torch is placed on a level surface when connected to the fuel cylinder to reduce the risk of accidental tip over. Be sure the torch is not pointed in a direction which could cause nearby objects to ignite when the torch is set down.
- Be careful not to overheat surrounding materials. Use a heat shield when necessary.
- Never leave the torch unattended when lit.
- Never attempt to repair or heat a gasoline tank, a chemical drum an aerosol can, a compressed gas container that held flammable liquid or gas or any other chemical. Heating these is extremely dangerous, especially after they have been emptied because vapors may still be in the container.
- Always have a fire extinguisher and a bucket of water near the torch and work area.
- This torch consumes oxygen and must only be used in well ventilated areas. Do not use in a confined space.
ASSEMBLY
- Turn ignition knob (2) to LOCKED position. For item FK-028CGA slide the Safety Lock (5) to locked position.
- For models FK8500CGA and FK-028CGA, make sure regulator valve is off by turning flame adjustment knob (1) clockwise until it stops. A light stop is sufficient. Do not force. (Note: the FK4500CGA is not equipped with a flame adjustment knob.)
- Hold torch so that burn tip (4) is pointed away from persons and flammable materials. Thread gas cylinder into regulator/ torch body. Hand tighten only. Do not force.
- Check all joints and couplings periodically to insure against loose connections. With cylinder valve open, without lighting, test all connections with soapy water. If bubbles appear, gas is leaking and torch must be repaired. NEVER USE A FLAME TO CHECK FOR LEAKS. Make this test in a well ventilated and spark-free area and where there are no open flames.
LIGHTING AND OPERATION
CAUTION
Tipping the gas cylinder more than 60 degrees from its upright position may
cause torch to flare. The torch has a builtin regulator that controls pressure
and reduces the risk of pulsating or yellow flames when used other than
upright. It is recommended to start working with a hand torch cylinder at room
temperature and to keep torch upright as much as possible.
- For models FK8500CGA and FK-028CGA, open regulator valve fully by turning flame adjustment knob (1) counter clockwise until it stops. Do not force. Always fully open valve when lighting to prevent damage to ignition system. (Except FK4500CGA, that does not include a flame adjustment knob.) Never look into the burner tube (4) or point in unsafe direction.
- Turn ignition button (2) to UNLOCK position. For item FK-028CGA slide the Safety Lock (5) to unlocked position.
- Point the torch in a safe direction and pull ignition button (2) toward you. Repeat if necessary. Keep ignition button depressed and adjust the flame size by turning the flame regulating knob (1). (Except FK4500CGA, that does not include a flame adjustment knob.). When ignition button (2) is released the flame is automatically extinguished.
TO ENGAGE FLAME LOCK FEATURE
- While ignition button (2) is depressed, press flame lock button (3).
- To release flame lock, pull ignition button (2) until flame lock button (3) releases.
- After flame is extinguished, turn ignition button to LOCKED position. For item FK-028CGA slide the Safety Lock (5) to locked position.
AFTER USE
- Return the ignition button (2) to LOCKED position. For item FK-028CGA slide the Safety Lock (5) to locked position.
- Make sure the regulator valve is closed by turning flame adjustment knob (1) fully clockwise until it stops. Do not force.(Except FK4500CGA.)
- Remove cylinder from torch when not in use.
- With the torch disconnected from the cylinder, point torch in a safe direction and pull ignition button (2) to release gas in the torch
ADDITIONAL WARNINGS
- Make sure the torch is cool before installing or removing cylinder and accessories. Using the torch with a low flame can cause damage to the burn tube and ignition system.
- Check all joints and couplings periodically to insure against loose connections. With valve open, without lighting, test all connections with soapy water. If bubbles appear, gas is leaking and torch must be repaired or replaced. NEVER USE A FLAME TO CHECK FOR LEAKS. Make this test in a well ventilated and spark-free area and where there are no open flames.
- In cold weather the size of the flame will be smaller. To produce a larger flame, pre-warm the cylinder to room temperature prior to use.
STORAGE
REMOVE CYLINDER FROM TORCH WHEN NOT IN USE
- Turn ignition button to the LOCKED position. Make sure regulator valve is closed by turning flame adjustment knob fully clockwise until it stops. (Except FK4500CGA.) Do not force.
- When torch is cool, disconnect cylinder and store torch and cylinder separately and out of reach of children. Observe cautions on cylinder label.
- Do not expose cylinders to temperatures in excess of 120ºF.
- Store cylinders in well ventilated areas.
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
Flame King warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from
defects in material and workmanship for as long as you own your FK4500CGA,
FK8500CGA and FK-028CGA. This warranty is valid for all purchases of the
FK4500CGA, FK8500CGA and FK-028CGA on or after January 1, 2023. This warranty
does not apply to product that has been damaged as a result of improper
maintenance, accident or other misuse, or which fails to operate due to normal
wear and tear. This warranty is void if the product is repaired or modified in
any way by anyone other than Flame King.
Flame King will repair the product if it proves to be defective in materials
or workmanship. At the choice of Flame King, a replacement product may be
provided instead of repairing a defective product. The sole obligation of
Flame King and your exclusive remedy under this warranty are limited to such
repair or replacement.
To make a claim under this Limited Lifetime Warranty, contact any Flame King
retailer or contact Flame King directly at
1-877-425-6508. A service
representative will assist you. Please provide proof of date of purchase when
making a claim.
Flame King makes no other warranties concerning the product. In no event shall
Flame King be liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
DO NOT DISCARD THESE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
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