Page 1: Table Of Contents
Recommendations on using the HydroFlame Torch Maintenance Guidelines for proper maintenance of the unit Changing the Electrolyte Step-by-step instructions on changing the electrolyte Troubleshooting Answers to common questions Material Safety Data Sheets Health and Safety information on the chemicals used with the HydroFlame Torch...
Page 2: Introduction
HydroFlame Torch creates gas on a demand basis. This means that there is no potentially dangerous stored gas. Because the HydroFlame Torch burns a gas that has a high hydrogen content, it produces what is referred to as a "reducing" flame. What this means is that the flame of the HydroFlame Torch will actually eliminate oxides to some extent.
Page 3: How The Hydroflame Torch Works
As the gas passes through this solution, it picks up some of the alcohol and some of the boric acid in the gas. These chemicals are burned in the flame at the torch tip. The flux serves two purposes. It lowers the temperature of the flame to approximately 4850 F while increasing the BTU value of the flame.
Page 4: Setting-Up Your Unit
The HydroFlame Torch must be placed on a level surface with adequate ventilation. We recommend a minimum of 4 inches of clearance on each side. Using the HydroFlame Torch on a closed shelf or in a drawer will void all warranties. The HydroFlame requires cooling at all times.
Page 5 4. Adding the Electrolyte Solution **CAUTION** The electrolyte is highly caustic and should always be handled using protective equipment such as rubber gloves and safety glasses or goggles, and protective clothing. When handling the electrolyte solution, be careful not to spill any. The electrolyte may damage any finished surfaces, clothing, etc.
Page 6 5. Adding the Flux Solution **CAUTION** Flux solution is very flammable. Keep the GREEN flux solution away from open flames or sources of ignition at all times. Do not smoke or have open flames near the unit when filling the flux chamber. •...
Page 7 HydroFlame Torch into circuits that also power other machinery or equipment. The power drains caused by the other equipment could cause your HydroFlame Torch to run slightly hotter than normal and may cause condensation in the tubing leading to the torch handpiece.
Page 8: Using The Hydroflame Torch
2. Choose a needle tip. The larger the tip, the greater the heat applied to the article being soldered. 3. To attach a tip, firmly press the tip onto the end of the torch handpiece and give a half turn. The friction will hold the tip firmly in place.
Page 9: Maintenance
Maintenance Daily 1. Close the valve on the handpiece and turn the unit on. Let the unit run for 20 seconds. You do not need to light the flame. Turn the machine off and open the valve on the handpiece to release pressure. Check the flux level gauge. The level should be between the minimum and maximum mark.
Page 10: Changing The Electrolyte
Plastic funnel Warm distilled water *All replacement parts are available through the distributor from whom you purchased your HydroFlame Torch. To change the electrolyte: **CAUTION** The electrolyte is highly caustic and should always be handled using protective equipment such as rubber gloves and safety glasses or goggles. When handling the electrolyte solution, be careful not to spill any.
Page 11 16. Using the plastic funnel, slowly fill the distilled water chamber with electrolyte. Check the inside gasket on the cap for cracks or tears. Replace if necessary. 17. Refer back to the sections on Setting-up Your Unit and Using the HydroFlame Torch to resume use.
Page 12: Troubleshooting
OVERFILLING THE DISTILLED WATER CHAMBER If the distilled water chamber should accidentally be overfilled, it will be necessary to completely flush the HydroFlame Torch. Follow the directions given under Changing The Electrolyte. Do not siphon excess liquid from the machine. Do not attempt to partially drain the machine.
Page 13 The gas must first be shut off at the handpiece, before turning the unit off. If the gas is left on while the unit is turned off, the flame will try to burn back into the tip. This will singe the end of the tip and can melt the plastic casing on the tip.
Page 14 However, the filter and flux booster will tend to trap this water vapor before it reaches the torch tip. If the filter is wet and is unable to trap all the moisture, it will pass into the flux chamber. The GREEN flux supplied by the factory will change in color when it has...
Page 15 has become excessively contaminated and that the solution should be cleaned out and replenished with new, clean flux. When electrolyte in the gas generator becomes even slightly contaminated, especially with flux solution, significant quantities of liquid and water vapor will be emitted from the gas generator at chamber temperatures even lower than 160 F, and the flux chamber will require more frequent cleaning in order to serve effectively as a contaminant trap.
Page 16 Flush the machine and replace the electrolyte. The flame is the most reliable indicator of performance on the HydroFlame Torch. If any part of the unit is not performing up to standard, symptoms will appear in the flame. The color of the flame may change, the size of the flame may change, spitting may occur, or the flame may not generate at all.
Page 17: Material Safety Data Sheets
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS PRODUCT CHEMICAL ELECTROLYTE POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE I. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION CHEMICAL NAME Potassium SYNONYMS Caustic Potash, Hydroxide Flake PRODUCT NAME Potassium CAS NUMBER 1310-58-3 Hydroxide CHEMICAL FORMULA Alkaline K O H FAMILY Hydroxides II.
Page 18 ODOR SPECIFIC GRAVITY No Data None Available MOL. WEIGHT 56.10 BULK DENSITY 2.04 (g/cc) VAPOR PRESSURE @ 25 C Not No Data Applicable Available BOILING POINT F) EVAPORATION 1320 C (2408 No Data RATE Available MELTING POINT % VOLATILE 360-380 C (680- No Data Available...
Page 19 SKIN CONTACT May case severe burns or deep ulcerations. Prolonged skin exposure can cause destruction of dermis with impairment of the skin at site of contact to regenerate. EYE CONTACT May cause severe burns or deep ulcerations. Contact may cause impairment of vision and corneal damage.
Page 20 PERSONAL RESPIRATORS Use a NIOSH/MSHA approved dust respirator. VENTILATION SYSTEM Use local exhaust if dust concentration exceeds nuisance exposure limit or if worker discomfort exists. ADDITIONAL MEASURES Prolonged skin exposure is similar to similar exposure. Prolonged inhalation may cause impairment of lung function and permanent damage.
Page 21 X. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS AND STORAGE DATA STORAGE TEMPERATURE No data available. SHELF LIFE No limitation if tightly sealed. SPECIAL SENSITIVITY No data available. HANDLING & STORAGE Maintain safe housekeeping practices. PRECAUTIONS Do not store above 54 C (130 XI. SHIPPING INFORMATION D.O.T.
Page 22 OSHA STATUS Hazardous TSCA STATUS Listed on TSCA inventory CERCLA RQ 1000 Lbs RCRA STATUS Not hazardous waste in purchased form SARA TITLE III S302 EHS RQ None established S302 EHS TPQ None established S313 TOXIC CHEMICALS None S311/312 HAZARD Health: Immediate (acute);...
Page 23 Potassium 584-8-7 Between 0-1.5% NJ4, PA3, MSL Carbonate Sodium Hydroxide 1310-73-2 Between 0-0.5% NJ4, PA3, MSL Water 7732-18-5 Between 0-15% NJ4, PA3 XV. ADDENDUM TO MSDS V. Human Health Data Effects Bleeding, and./or tissue ulceration. and Symptoms of Ingestion causes severe damage to Overexposure, Continued gastrointestinal tract with the potential to cause perforation.
Page 24 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS PRODUCT CHEMICAL ELECTROLYTE METHYL ALCOHOL / BORIC ACID MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET METHYL ALCOHOL FLUX SOLUTION I. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION CHEMICAL NAME Methanol CHEMICAL Alcohols FAMILY COMMON Methyl Alcohol; Wood Alcohol; Carbinol; Methylol; SYNONYMS Wood Spirit FORMULA FORMULA 32.04 WEIGHT...
Page 25 RATE =1) SOLUBILTY IN % VOLATILE 100 % 100% WATER IV. FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA FLASH POINT UPPER EXPLOSIVE C (54 36.0 % LIMIT TEST CUP LOWER EXPLOSIVE Closed Cup 6.0 % METHOD LIMIT FLAMMABLE AUTO-IGNITION TEMP C (867 COMBUSTIBLE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA All Extinguising Media SPECIAL...
Page 26 Blindness, headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, gastrointestinal irritation, central nervous system depression and hearing loss may occur. SKIN CONTACT No hazards identified. EYE CONTACT May cause irritation and temporary corneal damage. CHRONIC EXPOSURE Chronic exposure may lead to kidney damage or liver damage. AGGRAVATION OF PRE- Eye disorders, skin disorders, liver or EXISTING CONDITIONS...
Page 27 200 ppm, a self-contained breathing apparatus is advised. VENTILATION SYSTEM Use general or local exhaust ventilation to meet TLV requirements. VIII. REACTIVITY DATA STABILITY Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage. CONDITIONS TO AVOID Heat, flame, other sources of ignition HAZARDOUS Will not occur.
Page 28 storage area. PRECAUTIONS Bond and ground containers when transferring liquid XI. SHIPPING INFORMATION D.O.T. SHIPPING NAME Methanol HAZARD CLASS U.N. NUMBER UN1230, Reportable Quantity: 5000 Lbs. PACKING GROUP LABELS 3 Flammable Liquid XII. ANIMAL TOXICITY DATA ORAL LD 50 5628 mg/k (RAT) INTRAPERITONEAL LD 50 9540 mg/k (RAT) SUBCUTANEOUS LD 50...