4Safety Precautions
© Travis Industries, Inc. 3/20/18 - 1471 Tempest 24v
! This appliance must be installed in accordance with all local codes, if any; if not, follow
ANSI Z223.1.
! This appliance must only be used outdoors in a well-ventilated area. It may not be used
in a building, garage, or other enclosed space.
• This appliance is not for use with solid fuel.
• The torch must be kept clean and free of leaves and debris to insure safe operation.
• Any hose or gas-supply line that is damaged or shows evidence of excessive abrasion or wear must be
replaced prior to use of the torch.
• If using a gas supply line to the torch, make sure it is properly located away from any walkway or in an
area where it may be subject to accidental damage
• Educate all children and adults of the dangers of the torch. Young children should be supervised when
they are in the same area as the torch. Do not let children play with the torch.
• Do not place clothing or other flammable items on or near the torch.
• Any screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the torch.
• This unit must be installed and repaired by a qualified installer to prevent the possibility of an explosion.
Your dealer will know the requirements in your area and can inform you of those people considered
qualified. The torch should be inspected before use and at least annually by a qualified service person.
More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive debris from leaves, dirt, insects, etc.
• Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service
technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control that
has been under water.
• The instructions in this manual must be strictly adhered to. Do not use makeshift methods or compromise
in the installation. Improper installation will void the warranty and safety listing.
• This appliance is approved for either natural gas (NG) or propane (LP). Burning the incorrect fuel will
void the warranty and safety listing and may cause an extreme safety hazard. Direct questions about the
type of fuel used to your dealer. A label is placed on the control panel to show which fuel the torch is
designed for (in addition, NG units have 25 burner holes, LP units have 49 burner holes).
• Contact your local building officials to obtain a permit and information on any installation restrictions or
inspection requirements in your area.
• If the flame becomes sooty, dark orange in color, or extremely tall, do not operate the torch. Call your
dealer and arrange for proper servicing.
• Do not operate the torch if it is not operating properly in any fashion or if you are uncertain. Call your
dealer for a full explanation of your torch and what to expect.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of this torch.
• Never remove, replace, modify or substitute any part of the torch unless instructions are given in this
manual for routine maintenance and cleaning. A trained technician must do all other work. Do not modify
or replace orifices.
• Allow the torch to cool before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning.
• Operate the torch according to the instructions included in this manual.
• If the burner does not start correctly turn the gas off at the gas control valve and call your dealer for
service.
• Do not use this appliance to cook food.
• Instruct everyone in the house how to shut gas off to the torch and at the gas main shutoff valve. The gas
main shutoff valve is usually next to the gas meter or propane tank and requires a wrench to shut off.
• Do not operate the torch during a lightning storm or a possible lightning storm.
• Do not operate the torch during high wind conditions.
• Do not install in or on recreational vehicles and/or boats.
• Do not throw this manual away. This manual has important operating and maintenance instructions that
you will need at a later time. Always follow the instructions in this manual.
• Travis Industries, Inc. grants no warranty, implied or stated, for the installation or maintenance of
your torch, and assumes no responsibility of any consequential damage(s).
