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Install a tee fitting in the building gas line
TB-
Connect the regulator, flashback arrestor and B to 1/4” NPT fitting to the gas outlet fitting
When connecting the regulator and gauge to the Torch Booster use sealant tape on
the high-
Connect a regulator-
arrestor check valve to the regulator.
If you purchased one, connect the B to NPT
Adapter to the end of the flashback arrestor
check valve for connection to the pipe going
to the jewelers’ torches.
Connect the ball valve to the gas line
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In New York City the Department of Buildings and Fire Dept. have specific requirements
for installing G-
How to install TB-
Permit And Inspection Process for TB-
How to install TB-
Permit And Inspection Process for TB-
This is a general description of how to install TB-
New York City has specific installation, permit and operational requirements which
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Wrap the end of the gas pipe
with Teflon tape
Screw the shutoff valve onto
the pipe and tighten with
the crescent wrench.
Connect the flexible supply hose to the shutoff valve
After the shutoff valve is connected to the supply pipe screw the adapter fitting into the ball valve. Be sure to use sealant tape for this fitting and tighten the adapter with a 7/8” open ended wrench. Next, screw the flexible hose onto the adapter with a 3/4” wrench.
Flexible Supply Hose
Adapter Fitting
Connect the other end of the stainless steel supply hose to the gas inlet fitting on the back of the Torch Booster
You must use the stainless steel hose supplied by G-
You will need two wrenches for this step. Use a 9/16” wrench on the nut at the end
of the hose for the TB-
If there is a lock washer on the Booster you can do this step with one wrench. If there is not a lock washer on the Booster use a second wrench to brace the nut on the fitting on the Booster while tightening the hose. Failure to do this may twist the copper tubing inside the Booster and VOID THE WARRANTY.
Start the Torch Booster!
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Now test all hose and fitting connections with soapy water to be sure there are no gas leaks.
If there are gas leaks re-
- Purchase a Torch Booster from Gesswein, Landa International, Otto Frei or directly
from G-
TEC if you don’t have an account with one of our Distributors.
- Hire a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect to produce a drawing of the installation in accordance with all City codes, rules and regulations
- Expediter files for PW-
1 Permit with Department of Buildings - Department of Buildings Inspector visits jeweler’s location for initial inspection
- Licensed Master Plumber installs the Torch Booster
- Department of Buildings Inspector makes final inspection of installed Torch Booster
- Jeweler calls the NYC Fire Dept. at 718-
999- 1510 to arrange final inspection for permit. - When all inspections are complete then the Torch Booster is ready to use!
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Certificate # 5120. Read the Certificate of Approval -
Per the NYC Department of Buildings G-
The following is the general process for purchasing and installing a G-
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Per the NYC Department of Buildings G-
The NYC Fire Dept. requires a site-
Read a sample Site Specific Certificate of Approval
This is the process to obtain this Certificate and install your Torch Booster
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Brace this fitting
when tightening
hose nut
Shutoff Valve
- Expediter files drawing for PW-
1 permit from Department of Buildings. When the Department of Buildings approves the drawing send an original copy, which includes the architect/engineer’s stamp and signature, to:
Gas Technology Energy Concepts, LLC
Attn: Ed Howard
201 Dutton Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14211
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TEC files for site- specific Certificate of Approval - Fire Dept. Inspector inspects jeweler’s facility
- Fire Dept. sends a draft Certificate of Approval to G-
TEC. This draft is reviewed with the business owner or person in charge of the facility to explain conditions. The representative is required to sign a statement acknowledging review of the draft Certificate of Approval which is sent to the Fire Department then a final Certificate of Approval is issued. - Department of Buildings Inspector inspects jeweler’s facility
- Licensed Master Plumber installs the Torch Booster -
the system cannot be installed until the Fire Department has issued the draft Certificate of Approval. - After the Torch Booster is installed the Department of Buildings Inspector does final inspection
- Jeweler calls the Fire Dept. at 718-
999- 1510 to arrange final inspection for permit. - When all inspections are complete the customer may begin using the Torch Booster in daily production.
- Purchase a Torch Booster from Gesswein, Landa International, Otto Frei or directly
from G-
TEC if you don’t have an account with one of our Distributors.
- Hire a Professional Engineer/Registered Architect to produce a drawing of the installation in accordance with all NYC codes, rules and regulations. In addition to Department of Buildings requirements the Fire Dept. requires that the drawing include the following information:
- The gas connection/piping of the Torch Booster
- How low pressure natural gas is supplied to the Torch Booster and how high-
pressure gas is delivered to the torches, including all valves, check valves and other fittings required by NYC Codes, Rules and other Regulations.
- The number and specification of the torches to be connected to the Torch Booster
- The fire rating of the rooms that are situated directly adjacent to the designated natural gas Torch Booster room, including all applicable safety features such as fire protection system, mechanical ventilation, gas detector(s), or alarm system that is installed in the workshop.
- This statement must appear on the drawing: “The use of the natural gas torch booster
complies with all applicable NFPA Standards including, but not limited to NFPA 51
and the New York City Building Code, Fire Code, Fire Dept. Rule 2609-
01 and Electrical Code.”
See a model drawing that meets
Fire Dept. requirements for the Certificate of Approval.
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Torch hoses must be clamped in the torch and the gas/
oxygen pipe with permanent, non-
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Simple check valve
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The Fire Department Certificate of Approval calls for shutoffs, check valves and
fittings at each torch which conform to National Fire Protection Association Standard
51 and Compressed Gas Association Standard E-
At each bench on the natural gas and oxygen pipes there must be a UL Approved shutoff valve
as well as a simple check valve.
At the hose connections screw-
allowed; clamps which are permanently attached and cannot
be adjusted are required.
Connect the Torch Booster to building gas piping
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Power supply to the Torch Booster should be 208V, single phase 30 amp service. Uses a Buck & Boost transformer to provide proper power supply if it is not readily available. Higher or lower voltage will cause burning and melting in the electrical cabinet and void the warranty.
Torch Boosters should be installed with 12” space on all sides for cooling air flow and to allow access for annual scheduled maintenance.
We strongly discourage installing the Torch Booster under a cabinet or where a ladder is needed to reach it.
Connect the Booster to shop bench piping
When connecting the regulator and gauge to the Torch Booster use sealant tape on
the high-
Connect a regulator-
If you purchased one, connect the B to NPT Adapter to the end of the flashback arrestor check valve for connection to the pipe going to the jewelers’ torches.
Torch hoses must be clamped in the torch and the gas/
oxygen pipe with permanent, non-
G-
The Fire Department Certificate of Approval calls for shutoffs, check valves and
fittings at each torch which conform to National Fire Protection Association Standard
51 and Compressed Gas Association Standard E-
At each bench on the natural gas and oxygen pipes there must be a UL Approved shutoff valve as well as a simple check valve.
At the hose connections screw-
be adjusted are required.
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Now test all hose and fitting connections with soapy water to be sure there are no gas leaks.
If there are gas leaks re-
- Before submitting a drawing to the Department of Buildings for permit approval send
a PDF of the drawing to Ed Howard at ehoward@gas-
tec.com to be sure this information is correctly portrayed for the Fire Department. The Fire Department will require a DOB Approved drawing with this information in order to issue a Site Specific Certificate. If the DOB Approved drawing submitted to the Fire Department does not contain this information in the proper format it will be rejected.
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