how stiff is the button to ignite. I have arthritis in my hands and am unable to press the resistant triggers on some lighters.
1135307
The trigger is pushed down with the thumb. Easy to push if your thumb can move toward your palm. Hope this helps.
1135308
I would say it is a little stiff. I'm not sure if it helps, but you would pull down with your thumb on this one to ignite, not push up.
662988
I found the torch I bought works great---what does " flame on " mean the flame adjusts with the tip and pressing the trigger starts the flame--If this simple device confuses you---- stick to matches and candles.
1548064
You have to hold the red button in for about 30 to 40 seconds after it ignites. This allows the igniter to heat up like the old pilot light on furnaces.
1741841
It's pretty nice. My igniter stopped working after a while tho. Bout 4 months prolly. Id go with a vector torch if your looking to spend a lil more money and I think they have lifetime guarantee and replace if it breaks. Not positive tho.
1810122
Sound like ignitor is not creating any spark for the butane to light. I would consider returning it.
1126587
Does it do anything at all? Did you slide down the safety? Do you hear the click or hear gas coming out when you hold the button down? Are you positive you filled it properly? If its full and the button depresses (safety disengaged) but no gas comes out when you hold the button, you probably have a gas flow problem. If the button depresses and you don't hear the click of the spark... you probably have an issue with the ignition. Just be sure you're using it right before you decide its actually a bad unit. If its full and sparks properly... maybe also check the flow adjustment on the side to make sure its turned up enough.
233646
I think that the preceding respondents have all answered the question well. I second the answer on the batteries too. Sometimes you have to hold the ignition switch down a little long for the spark to catch on. If you've used the burner a lot and it's not igniting, you may need to do a carbon removal/dry burn procedure on the wick . See Manual, page 10. I did this on our heater, and it made a world of difference. J. Suprys
2015575
yes it does. squeese the trigger to ignite it and just above it push down on the button.
1214200
Randi use the lever on the left side and pull it back while lit. This locks the flame in the on posistion and you can let go of the button.
1203525
Hi Michael: That is not normal. I'd see about getting a replacement. Mine ignites very quickly and well.
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.
2123741
I use a regular lighter, the fuel contains some kind of wax, just be careful not to burn your hand with a hot drop of wax.
888753
There's a starter button on the right side near the handle. You push that down, hold it and then pull the trigger on the handle. It's a little awkward, so I always had to user two hands to do it. Once you pull the trigger it starts up - so you have to have a good grip so that it doesn't jump forward. I know it sounds a little complicated, but you get the hang of it quickly.
1654668
Yes you can. There are 2 things that happen when you pull the trigger, the piezo lighter snaps as a plunger allows the gas to flow. The gas only flows if both the trigger is pressed and the valve opened. Bernzomatic will not repair these and does not sell replacement parts. I've fixed mine once in 5 years, mostly crud around the igniter and spring. You have to be careful on reassembly to get the wires to contact correctly so the spark ignites in the small brass tube for that purpose. Easy to take apart, IIRC loosen the yellow button's allen screw, there is a spring and the 2 piece pieze igniter that has the wire that goes into the brass tube, IIRC the lock button is also held with the same allen screw. Keith how do you "blow up" torches a few times? Seriously?
530444
The button would be pushed in by your index or your pointer finger and is fairly easy to push in. You do need your thumb to support/hold the bottle while pushing. If your arthritis is severe then it may be hard to do.
1423465
I used zippo butane as well and it broke. It's probably the lighters poor quality.
1424472
I just went out in the garage and tried it with a spark striker and yes it lights fine. Could use a lighter or match as well. Just hold the button down like normal.