Arc Turboflame Jet lighter Problems

[pitubo]

Sometimes, a refillable lighter's reservoir holds a lot of air.

To flush it out, fill it with just a bit of butane and bleed the reservoir like in the Turboflame Operating Instructions link. Repeat this once more before finally filling it up with butane.

 

[--Shadow]

Update: I just went to Bunnings and bought the Samba butane refill (as I suggested in another post), and my arc fills up instantly without issues. This stuff is 5x refined, and costs $4 for a pack of 3!

http://www.bunnings.com.au/samba-300ml-butane-lighter-gas-refill_p3170873

Note: This butane is found in the "Camping" section NOT the "Tools" section, where the other stuff is located

 

[--Shadow]

I think I posted in the thread that was linked, but I had tons of problems with my Arc being inconsistent when I first bought it. It became so bad, that I was on the verge of throwing the damn thing at the wall.

Since I was contemplating destroying it anyway, I decided to experiment a little to see if anything would work. I ended up turning the flame level past the highest level until I heard a little "snap" or "pop".

It's worked like a charm ever since .

I'm sure doing this would void any warranty, and I don't know if it will work for you, so please don't come back and blame me if it doesn't work.

Good luck. Peace and Happy Journeys

The same thing happened with my Arc – when I got it, the maximum flame setting was unusually low, so I forced the adjustment screw, heard a “snap”, and was afterward able to adjust the flame to a more reasonable size.

I'm gonna do this now.... for the amount I had to pay for it, I expect it to light perfectly every time

 

[--Shadow]

UPDATE: So I ended up turning my arc flame past the maximum setting (mind you, the max setting was only pointing to around 70% on the dial). It didnt make any pop sound, but I was able to turn it more with enough force and it's been good ever since.

Actually, the only time when it goes out is when it's been flaming for around 30 seconds and heats up. But once it cools down its ready to go again