G E N S TA R T E C H N O L O G I E S

THE SMALL TORCH TM

IMPORTANT SAFETY
OXY-FUEL APPARATUS
PRECAUTION TO REMEMBER
For Brazing, Soldering & Heating
• Use designated fuel gas only.
• Always have a fire extinguisher handy.
• Secure cylinder to cart, wall or post to prevent them from falling.
• All industrial cylinders should be used and stored in an upright position.
Instructions and Operation Manual • Never drop or strike a cylinder or use a damaged cylinder.
• Never use oil or grease on any inlet or outlet connections or cylinder
valves.
KNOW AND USE ALL • Examine hoses for cuts, burns or worn areas before each use. Also
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BEFORE inspect fittings and replace any found damaged.
ANY BRAZING, SOLDERING OR HEATING OPERATION!!
• Do not repair hose with tape.
There are many hazards to be considered when using oxy-fuel • Always wear gloves made of leather or suitable substitute.
brazing, soldering and heating equipment. GENSTAR products • Always wear goggles with at least shade #4 filter lens for brazing, #2 for
should only be used by well-trained professional technicians. soldering and heating.
• Always wear appropriate protection clothing such as aprons, safety shoes.
This handbook is offered as a practical guide for the safe operation
Do not wear torn or ragged clothes. Sparks can ignite ragged end.
of this equipment.
• Never use oxygen or fuel gas to blow soot or dirt off clothes.
• Never test for gas leaks with a flame. Use approved leak-detector
products.
READ THOROUGHLY BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT. • Upon completion of work, inspect area for any possible fire or smoldering
material.
• Acetylene is highly flammable. Working pressure on acetylene regulator
should never be set above 15 PSIG.
Genstar Technologies Co., Inc. • Operate equipment in an open, well-ventilated area. Prepare your work
4525 Edison Avenue • Chino, CA 91710 area by moving out of the vicinity, any combustible material.
TEL (909) 606-2726 • FAX (909) 606-6485 • Refer to ANSI Standard Z49-1, "Safety in Welding & Cutting".
www. g e n s ta r te c h . c o m • Do not heat or solder any pressurized container or vessel.

Note: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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GENERAL INFORMATION 4. Both cylinder valves and regulator connections should be checked for
leaks. An approved leak detector should be used.
1. The Small Torch is designed to provide a stable and precise
concentrated feather flame to braze and solder material from the tiniest For preset regulators on disposable cylinders, check the regulator
to 1/8" thick steel. and cylinder connections for leaks.
2. The Small Torch can be used with most commonly available fuel gases, For high-pressure regulators onto industrial cylinders, stand so
such as acetylene, propane, MAPP( and hydrogen, with oxygen. the cylinder valve is between you and the regulator. Slowly open
CAUTION: When using natural gas, a minimum of 6 PSI is required.
cylinder valve.
CAUTION!: Acetylene industrial cylinder valve should be opened a
maximum of one turn.

SETUP AND OPERATING GUIDE CONNECT HOSES (WITH TORCH HANDLE)

1. Connect proper hose to regulator. (Green to oxygen and red to
ATTACH REGULATORS acetylene) Tighten nuts securely with a 11/16" wrench.
1. Secure cylinder. (As noted in safety precautions.)
2. For industrial cylinders, while standing to one side, "crack" each cylinder WARNING!: If any sign of oil or grease is found, discontinue use
immediately.
valve by quickly opening and closing the valve, allowing gas to escape
and clear the valve of any foreign material, such as accumulated dirt. 2. Close both the oxygen and fuel gas valves on torch handle.

WARNING!: If oil or grease is found, discontinue use of cylinder

immediately and contact your supplier. PURGING THE HOSE AND TORCH HANDLE
Do this in a well-ventilated area to avoid creating conditions for fires or
3. Attach regulators to proper cylinders. If necessary, a wrench should be explosions.
used to insure tight connections. Make sure they are tightened in correct 1. Turn adjusting screw of oxygen regulator to 5 PSI (for preset
directions. [Normally counterclockwise (left-hand) for fuel gas and clock regulators on disposable cylinders, turn adjusting knob to full open.
wise (right-hand) for oxygen.] DO NOT FORCE).
For preset regulators onto disposable cylinders, be sure that the 2. Open the oxygen valve on torch for 3 seconds to purge the hose.
regulators are in the "off" position. 3. Repeat these steps for fuel gas.
For high-pressure regulators onto industrial cylinders, the adjusting Note: New hose contains preservative talc that must be blown out
screws or knobs should be turned counterclockwise to relieve pressure before using.
on diaphragm before opening industrial cylinder valves. If this is not
done, pressure from cylinder can damage diaphragm and render SELECT AND CONNECT TIPS
regulator inoperable. Connect tip of proper size and gas service for job to torch handle. (Refer
to Technical Data of Tips) Tighten nuts securely with a 5/16" wrench.
WARNING!: Never stand in front of or in back of a regulator when opening
a industrial cylinder valve. WARNING!: Always check connection end of tip and torch head for damage
or oil and grease presence. If either is found, discontinue use immediately
and contact your supplier.
 CHECK LEAKAGE SHUTTING DOWN EQUIPMENT
Check for leakage with an approval leak detect solution. If leakage is 1. Turn off oxygen valve on torch. Then turn off acetylene valve on torch.
found, check the connection and retighten the leaking connections. Do not 2. Close both cylinder valves tightly (for preset regulators on disposable
light the torch if leaks are present. If leaks still persist, discontinue use cylinders, turn regulator adjusting knob to full closed position).
immediately and contact your supplier. 3. Remove the tip from torch handle.
WARNING!: Never set acetylene regulator above 15 PSI working pressure. Steps 4 to 6 are for high pressure regulators on industrial cylinders.
Gloves, goggles, appropriate protection clothing such as aprons and safe
shoes must be worn at all times when operating the torch. 4. Open oxygen torch valve to release the pressure in the hose and
regulator until the low pressure gauge indicates "0". Close the oxygen
torch valve.
LIGHT AND ADJUST FLAME 5. Turn the pressure adjusting screw on the oxygen regulator counter
1. Refer to Technical Data to determine the proper regulator pressures. clockwise until there is no pressure on the adjusting spring and the
2. Adjust the regulators to the desired working pressure (for preset screw turns freely.
regulators on disposable cylinders, turn adjusting knob to full open. 6. Repeat step 4 and 5 for fuel gas.
DO NOT force).
3. Open fuel gas torch valve slightly (1/4 turn). Light the torch with striker in Steps 7 and 8 are for preset regulators on disposable cylinders.
gloved hand. 7. Open oxygen torch valve to release the pressure in the hose and
regulator. Then close the oxygen torch valve.
WARNING!: Never light the flame using matches or a cigarette. Always
point torch away from any person. 8. Open fuel gas torch valve to release the pressure in the hose and
regulator. Then close the fuel gas torch valve.

4. Slowly open the oxygen valve until the flame becomes neutral. Remove all equipment from cylinder with wrench. Store the equipment in
5. To achieve larger flame, increase fuel gas with another 1/8 turn. Then compliance with state or local regulations.
increase the oxygen until the flame becomes neutral.
6. Repeat the procedure to obtain the desired flame.
WARNING!: Flame setting is increased by opening torch control valves or
increasing the operating pressure. Never reduce the flame setting. This will
cause the tip to overheat which will result flashback. If less heat is required,
use a smaller tip.

7. To avoid overheating the tip end, hold the torch in proper distance to
object.
WARNING!: If you experience a backfire or flashback (a shrill hissing
sound caused by the flame burning inside), turn off the oxygen valve
immediately and then the fuel valve. Following the shut down procedures.
Allow the equipment to cool off before attempting to reuse. If the problems
reoccur, bring the equipment to a qualified repair technician.

TECHNICAL DATA OF TIPS

OXY-FUEL TIPS
Part # Gas Gas Pressure (PSI)
(Model # ) Service Oxygen Fuel
120501011
Acetylene 5 3
(22-10STP-2)
120501012
6 3
(22-10STP-3)
120501013
Acetylene/ 7 3
(22-10STP-4) Propane/
120501014 MAPP/
Propylene 8 3.5
(22-10STP-5)
120501015
9 4
(22-10STP-6)
120501016
12 4.5
(22-10STP-7)

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