the lever on the handle doesn't work, I get a small flame but no high pressure torch. What could be wrong?
1284216
This is a typical problem with the new Type-1 regulators. The internal valve is designed to shut the gas flow off if it detects an open line. Turn the tank valve completely off, check that the torch valve is off and hose connections are tight. After about a minute turn the tank valve on and check the torch operation. The same thing happens on gas grilles when a burner is on when the tank valve is first opened. You get a small flow but that is it.
1284217
Mine works too well almost set fire to everything around me. Very powerful.
1284218
There is a little round dial that adjusts the gas flow on the handle, also you could turn up the gas from your tank. Be careful turning it all off.. I turn off the tank first and then hold the handle down until the fire is out. Then rotate the knob on the handle off and tight.
1284219
Ensure the propane tank valve was opened slowly, if unsure, turn off, wait a few minutes and then open it slowly. This procedure insures the tanks safety valve doesn't limit the gas flow due to its thinking there is an open gas line. Also, your problem can be that you do not have the valve on the torch's handle open far enough.
1284220
I'm going to ask some questions that may insult your intelligence: 1.)Is the attache propane tank full? 2.)Is the propane tank valve fully open? 3.) Is the boost valve on the Hot Max fully open? If all true, you have a defective unit - send it back. Mine worked fine with a full tank, fully opened tank valve and a fully opened boost value.
1284221
2 things, there is a knob you can turn to regulate the flow, open it up a bit. The second thing is to turn the knob on the tank slowly to not have the gas pulse into the unit. It has an internal valve to regulate flow and if it comes on to strong it only trickles through. Been awhile but I believe the manual describes that. So to recap, turn it on gradually from the tank. The adjust the knob on the handle to allow sufficient gas (when the handle is squeezed) to be discharged. Good luck.
266717
I found this to be friction at the lever assembly and cable. Take off the part that snaps onto the handle. Remove both screws. Separate the halves carefully as not to lose the cams. Spray internals and cable with spray silicone lubricant. Reinstall, test. This is what I did to mine and it works again.
2122412
I have had similar problems with mine. I have to play with the flame size adjustment on the bottom of the insert. I've also had issue with the insert not wanting to recharge it's butane. Over all I am unhappy with this lighter insert.
922884
Sounds like it's broken. I had one that didn't light up and it was broken. You don't need to press anything to make it light up. It should just do it! I pressed all the buttons on my first one and, still, nothing happened. It was broken. The second one I had (the part that you plug into the lighter) lit up and then the little square on the cord also showed radio stations.~hope this helps and good luck!
436756
Hi! Make sure the connections from the bulb to the rest of the flashlight are secure, then try turning on the light. If that doesn't work, then use another new bulb, in case the old one has blown. Also, make sure the batteries are inserted properly, with the positive charges pointing upward...Hope this helps, if this doesn't work, then return the flashlight & get a new one! Thanks!
1423464
Try using colibri butane if it doesn't work then the lighter broke this lighter only lasted me about two months so its a cheap lighter but when working it works well
880391
When my slicer first arrived I adjusted the handle and wire and it hasn't moved since. Maybe yours is defective? I'm not sure because I have not had this problem. Maybe they will replace it?
2269043
I was having the same exact problem and i couldnt figure it out. My assistant played with it and I think she put the gasket at the bottom or something and now it works. Unfortunately i didnt fix it, she did i dont know how to help you. I would suggest that you change the order in which the parts are inside the handle and see if you can get it to work.
720634
Is the plunger all the way up into where the lever is? Check that first. If it still does it then you might have a defective one. Play with it and see if you can get it to work properly. Good Luck!!
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!!
1699345
As far as I know, my handle softened is working fine so you may want to contact seller for defective item.
1996017
You should be able to light it with a match or lighter...turn the gas on high and light about two or three inches behind the nozzle. If the unit is new and not working properly, I'd suggest exchanging it at the retailer from which you purchased it.
833018
I have the same issue with this lighter. I usually have to use both hands to light the lighter, flicking it several times before it ignites, sometimes and you have to squeeze the safety REAL hard. It sucks because I am used to one hand lighters.
43087
Pot is top of the line. I agree it could be that your burner will not go low enough. A flame tamer works great.
609452
I had the exact same problem! I finally just pulled the handle straight out with pretty strong force and it came out. Good luck.
597234
SAME PROBLEM HERE.. CONTACTED THE VENDOR WITH ABSOLUTELY NO REPONSE OR FOLLOWUP.. In my opinion it's a piece of crap.. I replaced it with Weller ML500MP Mini Butane Soldering Iron.. it works..
1353300
I have had this problem also.. could also be why my handle recently came off from the constant up and down. Mine never went down all the wsy just a notch or 2