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.
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-
Click here for a general overview of how TB-
Click here for a description of the Permit And Inspection Process for TB-
Click here for a description of the 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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Start with the right tools! -
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-
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-
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, Rio Grande, 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- Click here for details on what this inspection includes.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. Click here to read the Certificate of Approval -
Per the NYC Department of Buildings G-
This 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-
Click here to read a sample site specific Certificate of Approval
This is the process to obtain this Certificate and install your Torch Booster
Please call G-
Brace this fitting
when tightening
hose nut
Shutoff Valve
- Expediter files for PW-
1 permit from Department of Buildings - Professional Engineer/Registered Architect sends two stamped, signed original drawings
to G-
TEC and one copy of the docketed (stamped, numbered and dated) DOB plans to the Fire Dept. Click here to link to a copy of the Fire Department “APPLICATION FOR PLAN EXAMINATION” document that should accompany the DOB drawings that are sent to the Fire Dept.. Drawings should be sent to G-TEC as soon as possible in this process; drawings can be sent to the Fire Dept. as soon as they are ready. - G-
TEC files for site- specific Certificate of Approval - Fire Dept. Inspector inspects jeweler’s facility
- Fire Dept. issues draft Certificate of Approval then, with revisions, a final Certificate of Approval
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TEC will fax a copy of the draft Certificate of Approval to the jeweler and review it with him/her over the phone, then mail a copy of the final Certificate of Approval when it is issued by the Fire Dept.. - 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. - Department of Buildings Inspector does final inspection
- Jeweler calls the Fire Dept. at 718-
999- Click here for information on what this inspection includes.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, Rio Grande, 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.”
Click here to 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
Shut-
The Fire DepartmentCertificate 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.