FOH Lighter

[Isaac]

So i have been using one of the FOH lighters.  I probably have about two weeks of actual use in the lighter  It went on the fritz today, and won't ignite the fuel. I just have the click, when i push on the trigger.  Any suggestions on how i can get this fixed?  I don't really want to purchase another one, especially since it will be coming from down under.  

[Luca]

Is the igniter arcing properly? Is it bent too far down?

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[El Presidente]

1. Fill the fuel cell 

Or.

1. Empty fuel cell and refill.

× make sure it is turned up near high

2. Check spaek positioning. Move closer to gas or further away. Test

They are pretty sturdy.

Let me know how you go

 

 

 

 

[Isaac]

33 minutes ago, El Presidente said:

1. Fill the fuel cell 

Or.

1. Empty fuel cell and refill.

× make sure it is turned up near high

2. Check spaek positioning. Move closer to gas or further away. Test

They are pretty sturdy.

Let me know how you go

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ive moved the spark forward and back and i can't get it to seem to spark

[El Presidente]

20 minutes ago, Isaac said:

 

 

Ive moved the spark forward and back and i can't get it to seem to spark

Not a problem. keep a copy of this thread URL and let Di know we will replace it next order going out. All good. 

If you have nothing going out, touch base with me (provide details) and we will shoot another one out. 

[Fuzz AI]

So when you press down on the button, there's no click and spark?

[BuzzArd]

I have a bunch of them.   PM me and I'll send you one. 

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[Isaac]

20 minutes ago, Fuzz said:

So when you press down on the button, there's no click and spark?

there are both, but it won't ignite

8 minutes ago, BuzzArd said:

I have a bunch of them.   PM me and I'll send you one. 

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PM Incoming, and thank you very much. 

[whatsinmybag]

Where might I acquire one of these? I saw one on 24 sale with the ash tray, but are they sold separately? Thanks in advanced.

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[Isaac]

7 minutes ago, whatsinmybag said:

Where might I acquire one of these? I saw one on 24 sale with the ash tray, but are they sold separately? Thanks in advanced.

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Send Diana an email, and you can purchase it through her.  

[jackattack]

 

I was wondering if anyone else has had difficulties. I have two that won't ignite. It sparks fine and there seems to be plenty of gas(quintuple refined butane) flow. I will empty the fuel cell and refill and adjust position of the igniter.....thanks for the heads up!

[Fuzz AI]

Check where the spark is going. See the pic below.

The spark should be going from the pin to the gas ports. If the spark is hitting the inner or outer shrouds, it will not ignite. Using a small flat head screwdriver, gently push the tip of the pin towards the gas ports. Check the spark again. It should now hit the ports.

If the spark is hitting the ports, but it still doesn't light, check the gas flow. Press the button lightly and listen for gas flow. If it is not flowing, turn up the flow on the fuel cell, and check again. If gas is not flowing, check the height of the fuel cell button. The internal rod attached to the igniter button may not be pressing down on the fuel cell gas release button.

If these steps fail, it is probably cactus.

 

[Philc2001]

Good grief, I have a drawer full of dead lighters... none from FOH though, but I have many including several expensive Collibris that are just junk. In many cases if it produces a spark but won't ignite, it is usually because of either trapped air or clogged gas ports. The first thing I do in that scenario is I release all the gas by pressing down on the refill port. Once it is empty and all trapped air has bled out, then I refill it, wait 5 minutes and give it a try. If it still doesn't ignite I use another torch to see if I can ignite it while holding down the gas button. If after a purge and refill it does won't ignite even from another source of fire, then it's a pretty sure sign it is a problem with the gas ports. I've never successfully revived a lighter with bad or clogged gas ports. 

For the record I only use quintuple refined fuel, and I take good care of my lighters, but ironically my longest lasting lighters are always the cheapies. It's a shame because if have some nice lighters, but almost all fail from malfunctioning gas ports at some point, some much sooner than others. 

[stogieluver]

Love mine.  Lights first time, every time.  I use the highest quality fuel (xikar or s t DuPont); anything less clogs the jets of a torch lighter. 

[TheLiquidGator]

Mine is on the fritz as well. It only lights when I press down hard on the top part and pull the trigger at the same time. It works then, but it is a two hand operation. Anyone else have this problem or a solution? Thanks

[BellevilleMXZ]

2 hours ago, stogieluver said:

.  I use the highest quality fuel (xikar or s t DuPont); anything less clogs the jets of a torch lighter. 

Interesting......so there is a difference in the quality? I always wondered about that.......I may toss what I have and get some good stuff, as just got a good lighter for my birthday

[El Presidente]

1 hour ago, BellevilleMXZ said:

Interesting......so there is a difference in the quality? I always wondered about that.......I may toss what I have and get some good stuff, as just got a good lighter for my birthday

if you are not using top quality fuel.....you will kill any torch lighter. 

[ElPuro]

I use one of these. It is a beast:  http://www.elighters.com/blz-gb4103.html

Can probably find a better price if you search. 

[BellevilleMXZ]

24 minutes ago, El Presidente said:

if you are not using top quality fuel.....you will kill any torch lighter. 

Thanks....always learning

[shlomo]

Never bought the FOH  version, but the identical one is available at local shops, sans logo obviously. Bought a few. Every one I have had has been mediocre quality at best, but some of my close friends swear by them. Just luck of the draw I suppose.

 

Good of Rob to replace. Local shops won't unless within 30 days and with a receipt.

[LLC]

I have the Iroda version which is the same and use it when I travel. It has worked flawlessly for a couple of years; I use the same top grade fuel as I use in expensive lighters.


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[BellevilleMXZ]

What are you folks using for good fuel?

[shlomo]

17 minutes ago, BellevilleMXZ said:

What are you folks using for good fuel?

Nibo or Colibri. I like the Colibri better, but my lighters often cost the same or less than the can of butane...lol

[Sean3]

I've got a couple...they have worked reliably.

[Fuzz AI]

2 hours ago, BellevilleMXZ said:

What are you folks using for good fuel?

I use Newport . Has never clogged a single lighter I own.