How to Set Up a Cutting Torch

BY : ARYA YUDISTIRA

1.

Locate your tank in a

well-ventilated area.

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2.

To assemble the
tank/torch system, take
off the plastic cap
protecting the regulator
connection threads, and
open the tank stem with
the tank key for just a
second, counterclockwise, and then close
it.

3. Attach the regulator to the tank valve.

a.
Firmly push the regulator into the valve opening, and turn
the regulator nut clockwise, toward you.

4. Tighten the regulator nut with an adjustable or

universal wrench.

5.

Connect a flashback
arrestor to the
regulator at the hose
valve.
a.

Fuel fittings are leftthreaded and tighten to

the left - that's counterclockwise.

6. Clean the exterior and interior of the nozzle you

intend to use with cleaning files to remove carbon

deposits.
a.

b.

Choose a nozzle based on the thickness of the metal you will

be working.
The thicker the metal, the larger the nozzle you'll need.

Cleaning the nozzle

Cleaning file

Wire brush
Nozzle

7. Attach the torch head to the torch handle by

pushing the head in as far as it will go and turning

it slightly.

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8. Connect the hose to flashback arrestor and the

other end to torch handle.

a.

Remember, these are reverse threads, and must be attached

counter-clockwise.

9. Turn off the torch hand piece.

10. Screw the T-shaped regulator adjustment knob into

the dimple under the gauge faces, turning

clockwise.
a.

Insert it approximately halfway into the regulator.

11. Stand to the side and slowly turn on the tank by

turning the tank key counter-clockwise about a

quarter of a turn.

12. Set the left hand gauge using the regulator

adjustment knob.

14. Do the same steps for

set up oxygen gas.

a.

Remember that every

connection is the
normal threads (right
threads). So if you want
to tighten you have to
turn it clockwise.

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13. Check all connection with bubble test.

a.
If any bubbles form, turn off the tank with the tank key and
tighten the leaking connection.

14. If there are no bubbles and you do not smell

acetylene, and your gauges are steady, you are

ready to use the torch.

Thanks For Your Attention

ANY QUESTION?