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Owner's Manual and Instructions
Congratulations!
You have purchased the finest torch available.
Your new L.B. White torch incorporates the benefits from the most experienced
manufacturer of heating products using state-of-the-art technology.
We, at L.B.White thank you for your confidence in our products and welcome
any suggestions or comments you may have...call us, at 1-800-345-7200.
ATTENTION ALL USERS
This torch has been tested and evaluated by L.B.White Company Inc.as a direct
fired hand held torch intended for temporary use in industrial, farm, or
construction applications where strong, direct, localized heat is required. If you
are considering using this torch for any applications other than its intended use,
then please contact your fuel gas supplier or L.B.White Co., Inc.
View this manual online at www.lbwhite.com
MODEL
OUTPUT (Btuh)
161-D (Cast Head)
172-D (Steel Head)
Hand Held Torches
FUEL
Propane
500,000
Vapor
Withdrawal
150-29473
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Summary of Contents for L.B. White 161-D
- Page 1 You have purchased the finest torch available. videos for L.B.White heaters.* Your new L.B. White torch incorporates the benefits from the most experienced manufacturer of heating products using state-of-the-art technology. *Requires an app like QR Droid for Android or QR Reader for iPhone.
- Page 2 GENERAL HAZARD WARNING ■ Failure to comply with the precautions and instructions provided with this torch can result in: — Death — Serious bodily injury or burns — Property damage or loss from fire or explosion — Asphyxiation due to lack of adequate air supply or carbon monoxide poisoning ■...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents SECTION PAGE General Information ..............3 Heater Specifications . -
Page 4: Heater Specifications
Propane Vapor Withdrawal Maximum Input (BTUH) 500,000 Ventilation Air Required to Support Combustion (CFM) 161-D (CAST IRON HEAD) Inlet Gas Supply Pressure Required at the Torch Inlet (PSIG) 172-D (STEEL HEAD) Tank (20/50/100 lb. cylinders). Fuel Consumption Per Hour (lbs.) 23.2... -
Page 5: Safety Precautions
■ Do not use this torch for heating human living quarters. Refer to the specification section of the torch Owner’s Manual, or contact L.B. White Co.to determine ■ Do not use in unventilated areas. combustion air ventilation requirements of the torch. - Page 6 -- ANSI/NFPA 58, latest edition, Standard for WARNING Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Fire and Burn Hazard. Gas and/or Can Cause Property Damage, Severe Injury or Death. -- ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, National Fuel Gas ■ Torches produce an intense and extremely hot open Code flame.
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Page 7: User Instructions
5. Light according to instructions within owner's manual. safe operation and could result in property damage or injury. 6. Model 161-D (cast head) torches must have the proper gas regulator for the application. Use only the 3. Check all connections for gas leaks. Gas leak testing L.B. -
Page 8: Torch Assembly
Do not use flame to check for leaks. A fire or explosion may result. ■ The model 161-D torch must be regulated at all times for proper operation. 4. When storing or transporting the torch, ensure the POL is protected from damage and dirt entry. -
Page 9: Lighting Instructions
Lighting Instructions Slowly open the propane gas supply container valve. WARNING Fire or Explosion Hazard. Apply a flame or spark at the outlet of the burner Can Cause Property Damage, Severe Injury or Death. head while slowly opening the torch’s manual valve. Ignition will occur. -
Page 10: Service Instructions
Service Instructions ■ ■ Close the fuel supply valves to the torch and allow the Do not use pliers to loosen or tighten torch components. torch to cool before servicing Doing so may round off the component creating service problems. Use the appropriate wrench. ■... -
Page 11: Troubleshooting Information
Troubleshooting Information PROBLEMS CAUSES REMEDIES 1. Burner will not light. * Valve closed on torch * Open valves. or at fuel supply. * Cylinder low on fuel * Replace or refill. * Burner orifice plugged. * Clean the burner orifice. * Gas hose blocked. -
Page 12: Warranty Policy
Warranty Policy HEATER L.B. White Co., Inc. warrants that the component parts of its Registering your product online with L.B.White will heater are free from defects in material and workmanship, automatically qualify a unit and its component parts for when properly installed, operated, and maintained in warranty consideration.