You can connect a regulator and flashback arrestor to the gas outlet fitting
When connecting the regulator to the Torch Booster use sealant tape on the high-pressure
outlet fitting on the Torch Booster. Be sure to hold a wrench on the high pressure
outlet fitting when screwing on the regulator to relieve pressure on the fitting.
Failure to do so may result in twisting the internal piping and voiding the warranty.
Connect a “Regulator Mount” flashback arrestor check valve to the regulator.
If you are connecting the Torch Booster to a pipe manifold put a B to NPT adapter
on the end of the flashback arrestor check valve for connection to the pipe going
to the jewelers’ torches. This adapter is not part of the Torch Booster system but
can be ordered from G-TEC, or purchased locally.
Connect the other end of the supply hose to the gas inlet fitting on the back of
the Torch Booster
You must use the hose supplied by G-TEC. Do not substitute any other hose, hard pipe
or yellow flex hose. Safety equipment inside the Torch Booster is calibrated to the
hose provided and anything else will cause the system to shut down without warning.
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-15/30/60 or ¾” wrench for the TB-125, and a 5/8” (TB-15/30/60)
or 3/4” (TB-125) wrench on the nut attached to the cabinet. When tightening the fitting
hold pressure on the cabinet nut so that it does not turn. Failure to support the
nut on the cabinet will result in twisting the internal piping and void your warranty.
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.
Brace this fitting
when tightening
hose nut
Start the Torch Booster!
How To Start Your TB-15/30 Torch Booster
- Before starting the Torch Booster be sure a torch is attached and the valves are
closed. The Torch Booster will not start if there is an open gas outlet.
- On the left side of the Torch Booster flip the ON switch up - the green ON and
amber RESET lights will turn on and the fans will start.
- Press the START button on the right side and hold it down until the amber RESET
light goes out - the red COMPRESSOR light in the middle stays on. The Torch Booster
will now continue to run by itself. If the START button is released before the amber
RESET light turns off the Torch Booster is designed to shut itself off.
- To turn the Torch Booster off press the ON switch on the left side down.
How To Start Your TB-60/125 Torch Booster
- Before starting the Torch Booster be sure a torch is attached and the valves are
closed. The Torch Booster will not start if there is an open gas outlet.
- On the left side of the Torch Booster press the green button - the light above
it and the RESET light on the right side of the cabinet will turn on.
- On the right side press and hold the black START button until the RESET light above
it goes out and the COMPRESSOR light in the center turns on. The Torch Booster will
now continue to run by itself. If the START button is released before the COMPRESSOR
light turns on the Torch Booster is designed to shut itself off.
Connect the ball valve to the gas line
G-TEC includes a shutoff valve with each system, 1/2” for the TB-15/30/60 and 3/4”
for the TB-125. Apply Teflon sealant tape to the thread on the male pipe end then
tightly screw the shutoff valve onto the pipe.
This is a general description of how to install TB-15 through TB-125 Torch Boosters
- please read the Installation and Information Manual that is included with with
your Torch Booster for complete installation details.
If you are installing your Torch Booster in New York City there are special requirements
- click here for more information.
Note: Torch Boosters must be installed by a person qualified to work on natural gas
pipes.
Do not install your Torch Booster yourself unless you are qualified.
Start with the right tools! - You will need a roll of Teflon sealant tape, 4 sizes
of open end wrenches ( 9/16”, 5/8”,3/4” and 7/8”)
and an adjustable wrench that opens at to least 1 1/4”.
Install a tee fitting in the building gas line
A qualified technician should install a tee in the existing gas line with a 1/2”
male fitting for the TB-15/30/ 60 or 1” for the TB-125 Torch Booster. Do not attempt
this installation yourself unless you are qualified to work on natural gas pipes.
Wrap the end of the gas pipe
with Teflon tape
Screw the shutoff valve onto
the pipe and tighten with
the crescent wrench.
Now test all hose and fitting connections with soapy water to be sure there are no
gas leaks.
If there are gas leaks re-tighten the connection until the leak stops.
Or, connect a torch directly to the Torch Booster
You may connect a torch directly to the Torch Booster and G-TEC provides an adapter
that presents a “B” fitting to your torch hose. If you attach a torch directly to
the Torch Booster be sure to install “Torch Mount” flashback arrestor check valves
on the torch for safety.
Or, connect your own regulator to the Torch Booster
If you already own a regulator with a CGA 510 fitting (this is the same fitting that
screws onto a propane BBQ tank) then you can use it with your Torch Booster. Your
system includes a female CGA 510 fitting and adapter for connection to the Torch
Booster. Be sure to install a “Regulator Mount” flashback arrestor on the regulator,
or a “Torch Mount” flashback arrestor on your torch.
