Worthington Bernzomatic BZ8250HT User Manual

08/19/16
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Trigger-Start Torches
Models: BZ8250HT
 DANGER
This torch is used with a flammable product. Failure to comply with these warnings and
instructions may result in an explosion or fire that may cause property damage, serious
personal injury or death.
Read and comply with the instructions and warnings in this manual and familiarize yourself
with the torch before lighting and using. Review instructions and warnings periodically to
maintain awareness. Do not try to operate before reading instructions.
Torches are to be used only with hand held gas cylinders specifically designated for
use with torches.
 WARNING
• Keep torch out of reach of children and anyone who has not read instructions. Do not point torch towards face, other
persons or flammable objects. Never attempt to use torch as a cigarette lighter.
• Disconnect cylinder when not in use.
• Never attempt to modify the torch construction and never use unapproved accessories or fuels.
• Treat the torch as you would any fine tool or instrument. Do not drop, throw, or otherwise abuse.
• Do not use a leaking, damaged or malfunctioning torch.
• Always wear safety glasses, protective gloves and use proper tools to handle hot work.
• Radiant energy can harm your eyes. Wear glasses having an appropriate lens shade number (see 29 CFR 1926.102)
for the torch operation being done; brazing and light cutting (3 or 4), medium cutting and light welding (4 or 5), heavy
cutting and medium/heavy welding (5-8).
• Work only in well-ventilated areas. Avoid the fumes from fluxes, lead-based paint, and all metal heating operations. Be
careful to avoid fumes from cadmium plating and galvanized metal- remove these coatings in the area to be heated by
filing or sanding prior to heating.
Materials used in the construction of this device may contain brass (which may contain lead), a chemical known to the
State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Combustion by-products produced when using this device contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
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Worthington Bernzomatic BZ8250HT Specifications

General

Brand	Worthington
Model	Bernzomatic BZ8250HT
Category	Flashlight
Language	English

Summary

Safety Precautions and Warnings

General Danger Advisory

Torch use with flammable product poses explosion/fire risks, causing property damage, injury, or death.

Material and Combustion Warnings

Materials may contain lead; combustion by-products may cause cancer or reproductive harm.

Safe Handling and Usage Guidelines

Keep torch away from children; do not point at others, use as lighter, or modify.

Eye Protection and Ventilation

Wear safety glasses with appropriate shade; work in well-ventilated areas.

Assembly and Leak Testing

Cylinder and Regulator Assembly

Ensure regulator is OFF, thread fuel gas cylinder into regulator hand-tight.

Joints and Couplings Check

Periodically check connections for leaks using soapy water; never use flame.

Operation and Holster Use

Holster Usage

Attach holster to belt, insert torch burn tip; ensure quick release in emergencies.

Lighting and Flame Adjustment

Open valve fully, point safely, pull ignition button; adjust flame as needed.

Flame Lock Feature

Engage by pressing lock button while ignition button is depressed; disengage by pulling ignition button.

Storage and Additional Safety

Additional Operational Warnings

Ensure torch is cool for changes; check connections; pre-warm cylinder in cold weather.

Cylinder Storage

Close valve, disconnect cylinder, store separately from torch in ventilated areas, away from heat.