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PACIFIC FIRE LIGHTER MK II
HAND HELD DRIP TORCH
INSTRUCTION AND SAFETY MANUAL
1. EMERGENCIES, SAFETY AND FIRST AID
At all times, safety must come first. In an emergency, preservation of life becomes
paramount. Observe wind movement and all other elements effecting fire
behaviour, abandon equipment if necessary, take action to save yours and others
lives. Hand held drip torches operate using a flammable liquid, designed to operate
in a controlled manner to light fires in controlled burning programs or assist in
containing out of control fire. When in operation the fuel outlet nozzle and wick
can become hot and should be treated with caution, otherwise serious burns may
be the result. Flammable fuels are hazardous if not handled with care. The fuel
tank must never be opened while the wick is flaming or hot. Until the wick is cool
the torch must not be re-fueled. Refer to refilling instructions for further safety
information. Comply with storage and emergency procedures appropriate for
flammable liquids. Take precautions to avoid spilling fuel, clean up spilt fuel
promptly and apply environment care in the work. If fuel is spilt on the body or
parts of clothing, work is to cease immediately and the area of spilt fuel must be
thoroughly cleaned with detergent and water and rinsed with clean water. Do not
work in clothing that is contaminated with fuel.
Do not inhale fumes or vapor from fuel. Regardless of cause, treat any burn
promptly.
If fuel gets into your eyes, immediately carry out eye procedure for flammable
liquid. At the work place provide a first aid kit with burns and eye wash items, also
have a person on hand with first aid training.
Personnel are to be aware of emergency, safety and first aid procedures
appropriate to lighting fire with drip torches and on the safe use of flammable
liquids prior to taking part in fir lighting operations. All use is to comply with OH&S
requirements and the agency or employers instructions for the task to be
undertaken.
Personnel protection equipment (protective clothing) is a fundamental requirement
for any work.
Comply with agency or employer requirements for all aspects of the work when
using a Pacific Fire Lighter. The clothing worn by users must comply with any risk
assessment for work to be done. Where there is no specific advice, if lighting in
vegetation it is a good idea for users to be fully clothed in low flammability
clothing (feet and body), preferably in clothing that meets appropriate standards
eg. AS/NZS 4821 AS/NZS 4824.
Sun protection, head protection, eye protection, hearing and respiratory
protections requirements may also apply. Avoid working in hot dusty or smoky
conditions, operating a Pacific Fire Lighter can be hard work, remember to drink
plenty of water. The additional heat from the sun and nearby fires increases the
risk of dehydration. Remember that when lighting a fire in addition to safety there
are legal requirements. Plans for burning may have to be approved and complied
with, and the may require firebreaks to be used with equipment and adults to be
on hand to assist in controlling any fires. Neighbours and fire agencies may have to
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Instruction and Safety Manual
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- Page 1 PACIFIC FIRE LIGHTER MK II HAND HELD DRIP TORCH INSTRUCTION AND SAFETY MANUAL 1. EMERGENCIES, SAFETY AND FIRST AID At all times, safety must come first. In an emergency, preservation of life becomes paramount. Observe wind movement and all other elements effecting fire behaviour, abandon equipment if necessary, take action to save yours and others lives.
- Page 2 be notified prior to lighting. A permit to light a fire may be required. At the time of the year burning or lighting a fire may be prohibited by a local bylaw, by a fire ban, a seasonal fire restriction or by a fire regulation. Regardless of the measures you take, fire may escape and endanger other people or damage or destroy livestock and property.
- Page 3 instructions for flammable liquids they must be followed. Consider the current conditions. There are two recommended flammable liquids to use in the Pacific Fire Lighter. No.1 - 25% unleaded petrol and 75% diesel. This recommended fuel mix is, one part petrol to three parts diesel. Ensure that the mixture of petrol into the diesel is through and the appropriate proportion of petrol is to be added to the appropriate portion of diesel.
- Page 4 5. RE-FUELING THE PACIFIC FIRE LIGHTER A recently used Pacific Fire Lighter must be extinguished and allowed to cool down for at least one minute prior to refueling. Check that the wick is out and cool. All refueling is to be carried out in a safe outdoor location, well away from sparks, flames and embers.
- Page 5 where burning is to commence, unscrew the bleed screw one to two turns counter clockwise (allowing air into the tank replacing fuel being used). Open valve at base of wand, lower want assembly towards the ground until fuel runs over the wick and onto vegetation on the ground.
- Page 6 No2. Non return ball valve located at the commencement of fuel flow from the tank. With the two valves correctly positioned, with the correct fuel mixture used eliminates the possibility of a flash back. The owner of a Pacific Fire Lighter is responsible for inspecting, conducting maintenance and testing so the tool always operates correctly.
- Page 7 12. BULK FUEL CONTAINERS If conducting large scale burning operations it may be more practical to transport the fuel mix in a bulk container rather than smaller hand held fuel containers. An appropriately designed fuel tank (steel, aluminum or plastic) or closed head (up to 200 litres) steel drums in good condition that are designed to store flammable liquids are also suitable for storage and transport of fuel mix.
- Page 8 7. Operate torch correctly (aim wand 25 to 45 degrees forward of 90 degrees in the direction you are walking. Do not drag the torch behind you, this can be extremely dangerous). Manufactured by; Astro Metal Mobile: 0413 742 303 Email: astrometal@optusnet.com.au...
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