Fixing Problems With A Lighter

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A high-quality cigar lighter is one of those little luxuries that make life a lot more fun. The elegant finishes, environmentally-friendly nature of a reusable device and the reliable service make them as practical as they are indulgent. They will have trouble, however, from time to time. A lighter is such an inherently simple device that it's generally very easy to figure out what is causing the difficulty.

Most lighter problems will be traceable to a few specific areas. There may be debris in the fuel jet, there may be an air bubble in the fuel line or there may be something physically obstructing the igniter mechanism. All of these difficulties are easily remedied.

Start by looking into the fuel jets. This is a particularly easy problem to troubleshoot on multi-jet lighters. If two out of three jets ignite, it's almost certain that the third is obstructed. To remove any obstructions, tap the lighter, very gently, on a hard surface while keeping the jets inverted. Most often, whatever is clogging them will fall out. If this doesn't work, simply use a wire or toothpick to gently free the obstruction.

Butane lighters sometimes get air in the reservoir. This is very easy to fix. One simply depresses the fuel release button without tripping the igniter. It usually only takes a second to restore proper flow to the jet. There is sometimes a difference in sound when butane is being ejected from the jets, so holding it close enough to one's ear while doing this can make the process a bit easier. One can add fuel to replace any which may be depleted during this process.

If the igniter is physically obstructed, the remedy will depend on whether it is a flint or electric mechanism which is at issue. With a flint mechanism, never force the wheel. Forcing the wheel can easily damage the lighter beyond repair. One may turn it backwards a bit and forwards again to try to dislodge any debris. Also ensure that one actually is turning it against a flint and not against the spring that holds the flints in place. This happens more than one may think. On an electronic lighter, make certain that there is spark. If there is not and no obstruction can be seen, the lighter should be brought to a service person. These devices are delicate and require a qualified technician to replace them properly and safely.

About the Author:
Bryan Smythe has expert knowledge of humidors for cigars and is a business consultant for an online Blazer torch lighters and cigar lighters store.



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