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 is my butane torch sputtering?

The most frequent reason a butane lighter will sputter or stop lighting is because it’s out of gas. It’s time to inject another dose of butane into the tank. Another common cause that prevents a lighter from lighting is that its jets are clogged.

How do you unclog a butane torch?

Press the plastic nozzle extension tube attached to a can of compressed air against the lighter gas outlet valve. Hold the canister plunger down for one or two seconds. Move the extension tube back an inch or two to blow remaining residue from the lighter recess.

Why is my torch flame going 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 fix a butane torch that won’t spark?

If the butane lighter produces a spark but does not produce a full flame, adjust the flame setting or clean the burner. To increase the setting, move the flame adjuster toward the “+” sign. If this doesn’t work, the burner may be clogged; clean it with compressed air. Disposable lighters ARE NOT repairable.

Why does propane torch not stay lit?

The vent holes near the tip of the torch could be blocked, not allowing enough oxygen to mix with the propane. Ensure these holes are free and clear to fix. The ambient temperature may be too low for the endothermic phase change to take place.

Can you overfill a butane lighter?

Some lighters have a gauge that shows the fuel level. Check the gauge to make sure it’s full. Don’t overfill the lighter. As soon as it feels full, stop adding butane.

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.

How do you fix a clogged propane torch?

Step 1: Unscrew The Tip Of The Torch

1. An Air Compressor: to simply blow the debris free of the tip and tube.
2. Or with a soft pipe cleaner threaded through the tip and tube to gently clear debris. *Using any other item such as a brush etc. will likely damage the ignition wires or the swirl fan inside some types of torches.

Why won’t my butane torch stay lit?

If your lighter gets air in the line, that can cause the flame to flicker, sputter, or possibly fail to stay lit. It may also mean the torch won’t fire when you press the button the first time.

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.