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AFA-1 Torch kit
WARNING: Do not assemble, install, or operate this equipment without reading ALL of
this manual and the safety precautions and warnings illustrated in this manual.
KDAR Company
15009 Manchester Rd. #283
Ballwin, MO 63011
AFP-1 Torch kit
Operator's Manual
AFA-1, AFA-2, &
AFP-1 Torch Kits
AFA-2 Torch Kit
Tel: (314) 692-8555
Fax: (314) 692-8578
Web Site: www.hotmaxtorches.com
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Summary of Contents for Hot Max AFA-1
- Page 1 Operator’s Manual AFA-1, AFA-2, & AFP-1 Torch Kits AFA-1 Torch kit AFA-2 Torch Kit AFP-1 Torch kit WARNING: Do not assemble, install, or operate this equipment without reading ALL of this manual and the safety precautions and warnings illustrated in this manual.
- Page 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS PLEASE READ BEFORE USING EQUIPMENT Keep children away from this equipment WARNING • • Protect your self and others from possible injury • Pacemaker wearers should consult with their doctor before operating • Read and follow all instructions in this manual before operating •...
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Page 3: Noise Can Damage Hearing
CYLINDERS CAN EXPLODE IF DAMAGED • Gas cylinders contain gas under very high pressure. If damaged they can result in that cylinder ex- ploding. Gas cylinders are a major part of metalworking and must be treated with care. • Protect gas cylinders from excessive heat, mechanical shocks, slag, open flames, sparks, and arcs •... -
Page 4: Installation And Setup
Installation & Setup PACKAGE CONTENTS AFA-1 Quick Connect Acetylene Kit Quick Connect Handle • 12’ Hose, A x A Fittings • Single Stage Acetylene Regulator with • CGA - 200 MC Fitting “B” Tank Adapter CGA-520 with Nut • Single Flint Striker •... - Page 5 Installation & Setup Tanks The AFA-1 and AFA-2 are designed to be used with CGA 200 and CGA 520 type acetylene tanks. These tanks can purchased or leased from your local gas distributor. Different welding gas suppliers handle tank fill- ing differently;...
- Page 6 Installing the Different Tips The AFA-1 and AFP-1 have quick connect tips. Simply select the tip size you would like to use and insert it into the torch handle. Pull back on the collar on the top of the torch handle and fully insert the tip into the han- dle.
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Page 7: Operation
Operation It is important that all fittings have been tightened with a wrench by this point. Insure the tank valve, regulator valve handle, and torch handle valve is turned to the off position. Opening Valves 1. Slowly open the cylinder valve to allow gas to flow to the regulator. -
Page 8: Adjusting The Flame
Operation Adjusting the Flame Secondary Envelope The amount of gas that you use will depend on the tip size you are using, the thickness of the material you are working on, the settings of the regulator, and pos- Primary Envelope sibly other factors. -
Page 9: Warranty
90 days from the date of original purchase. The products covered under this warranty are the Exclusions and Limitations: AFA-1, AFA-2, and AFP-1. KDAR Company makes no other warranty of KDAR Company, and its affiliates, will repair or any kind, express or implied. Implied warran- replace, at KDAR’s sole discretion, parts found to...
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