Purchased this item the first of January, tring to use it today and can't get it lighted, can hear the butane sizzling but no light. Whats going on?
1190363
This happens a lot when the butane hasn't stabilized. Shake up the can, fill with the can pointed downwards and in short bursts until you see it fizzing over. Shake the iron a little and let it warm to room temp. Set to low-medium and try igniting again. Hope this helps!
1190364
If it's sizzling its lighted. There is no flame. Open the gas valve at the bottom end of it en press the trigger
1190365
I'm sure you've tried filling it, just be sure you fill it long enough to remove most of the air. You may have to drain it and refill if the fuel was poor quality. To fill to capacity takes a good 45-60 seconds. It should essentially fire up at any setting. Make sure the glow hole is facing you so you can see it light. There is no flame when the iron is running. I had the same problem after I stored it for a long time. Good Luck
1190366
Similar to trying to light a conventional torch with the flow rate of gas too high. Turn down the gas to low, which increases fuel to oxygen ratio, then try igniting the tool and slowly turn your fuel knob up.
1190367
Did not have a problem but do not hear any hissing when flipped on. I just click it a bunch of times until I see the reflection of a red glow in the heat reflector. I doesn't take much butane to where you can see it's full in the window.
1190368
With many of the attachments, the gas flow has to be very low for ignition. Try turning the adjustment down before igniting, then turn up as needed.
1310681
Im sorry... No suggestions... That sadly is exactly what happened with me. I just threw it away after about a week of it not turning on showing any motion with the lights. Maybe flip the black switch on the bottom and it may work.
640104
mine isn't going on either and doesn't seem to b working. no lights are on and nothing is happening. bummer.
222441
The stock tip that comes with the regular zippo butane worked for me. Make sure to fully discharge the lighter with a pen or other pointy tip first. Good luck
1328785
I would return it if it is not even lighting up. Mine works well with the batteries. It sounds like something might be wrong with the unit. It has to light up to work. Good Luck!but
766498
Help! Same problem. Ours worked for less than 24 hours and will not turn on at all, no light, nothing. It doesn't even almost come on. Blank. Screen. Frustrated!!
1426139
I had the same problem with one I had before so after many many tries I gave up and bought a new one that has been ok so far. The first one lasted a few years but haven't used the new one much yet. Sometimes I was able to light the old one by turning down the volume of gas while using the spark. Was really glad to throw the first one away as it was so unreliable. I looked for replacement parts but couldn't find any. Good luck!!
2175479
Turn the bezel around the bulb. This may take a try or two until you get the feel for it. If that doesn't work, there's a battery or bulb problem. I love the flashlight!
1996015
Make sure you have a full propane bottle properly connected and that the black knob is turned all the way to the "+" side. I've had some issues lighting it outside if it's windy. So sometimes I'll get inside the garage or next to a wall to block the wind. If you are trying outside on windy days, that might be your problem. Also, there's no visible flame, so you might not know it's on until you wait several minutes and see if it's hot (very carefully), the wire shield will get very hot.
510460
Sounds like a defect, I would contact somebody and get a new one. Hopefully they'll take care of you because this is a great light. I ordered mine months ago and carry it with me everywhere and it works like a champ! I haven't had to change the batteries yet either!
1583584
Tip Take burner head off, fill with fluid lightly dampen burner with fluid replace burner then light. Good luck. Mine works great.
171371
My light had stopped working too. There is a battery in them. I bought a brand new one and that ones light didn't work. I called brita and they told me that depending on how long it was on the shelf that battery could have worn out. I also changed my filter one time on the new one and no light. I thought that was the end of it. I just write the date on the back of it. When I changed it again....the light came back. So strange.
579284
Without actually seeing the device it is hard to tell why it won't ignite. I woukd offer the same advice as below and try taking out the cartrudge and reinstalling it, then try to ignite it. Maybe the unit is worn out if you hsve had it a while. Usually it is something simple so ask a friend to try it from scratch. Hope you get it resolved. My wife loves hers. Ask for a new for Xmas. Have a happy holiday.
1708933
Mine didn't light up for a bit- until I accidentally clunked someone with it. Oops- looks like your is defective.
205693
Mine doesn't light up. Any suggestions? Also, how would I refill it with lighter fluid? thank you
1605369
Can y'all send me a new one i will pay just gave me a discount i will send the non workin light back to sow is true the light is no longer working: (
1916682
Try re-seating the kettle in the heating cradle. The light will come on when it starts heating. It may take a couple of tries to get it to work at first, but it should work pretty good from then on.