Have you checked for leaks using soapy water in a spray bottle like i showed in the video..If no leaks you should be ok you will get a heat smell especially when the torch is new, but you should not be able to smell gas. I can not tell you if it is safe or not without seeing it ,if in doubt do not use it until you have had it checked out by someone who knows about gas torches i.e your local plumber or plumbing supply store.

I asked the guy at my local jewelry hardware store and he said it’s fine to leave orca torch connected to the propane as long as the regulator is off. I actually came here to watch this just to double check what he said and now I don’t know for sure.

@@EM-cg4iy Thanks! I have tried this torch a number of times now and it puts out good heat, works fine for heating from under a piece, however it sputters when you hold it over a piece and heat from above it. I end up using my smith little most of the time.

It can melt very small amounts. For melting silver & gold i prefer to use a TS8000 torch it burns hotter than the EZ torch & it is cheaper, check out this video it will give you some idea also in the video description are links for the torch & gas bottles. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qa1ibNSJs9KmY3U.html

@@JollyPeanut Hi, Jolly. Thanks for getting back to me. I am going to watch your recommenced video now. :)

@@JollyPeanut Hi, Jolly! Just a follow up question. Since the U.K. doesn’t allow me to connect the torch with the disposable propane gas bottles, I’ve to connect the torch with a regulator to a propane tank. Does it mean I’ve to disconnect the tank and regulator every time after use as well?

Have you checked that your canister has enough gas? That, or the tip may be clogged - remove and wash with warm soapy water to dislodge any build up/debris :)

Makes no difference, many camping stoves use the same propane bottle and are designed to lay down, its gas it will flow no matter which way you lay or stand the bottle.

All manufacturers like to cover their ass for legal reasons. If you understand how the torch works then you probably understand the potential hazards when using gas & heat... I always think its up to the user ... like driving a car with or without a seat belt its up to you as long as you understand what could go wrong...I leave my torch connected if i am using it a lot but if i don't intend using it for a day or so i disconnect it it only takes a few seconds to reconnect after all, but that's just me & i am confident using this type of equipment & welding gear etc...If in doubt play safe disconnect as the manufacturer recommends.

@@JollyPeanut many thanks for your reply!

can not tell without seeing your set up. Check out this video of mine i have links in video description for a very inexpensive torch i prefer for melting silver. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qa1ibNSJs9KmY3U.html

@@JollyPeanut thank you! That torch looks good thanks for the tip!

Map does burn hotter but also Map costs a load more to run, once you paid for the torch the main expense is the fuel Propane is cheap...Using it for Making jewelry Silver Soldering small Brazing jobs stuff like that.

@@JollyPeanut oh , for jewelery mapp would be a little dirty too. Old friend use to use a shop oxygen tank and a 20 lb propane for jewelery, cheap and clean but they also keep the torch burning while they work. Ever watch the videos of coin stretchers?

It is righty tighty on these 1lb propane bottles ,here is the directions "To install the 1 pound propane cylinders according to instructions screw the 1 pound tank clockwise into the female threads" Clockwise is to the Right is it not, ....See for yourself heres a link...www.google.com/search?q=coleman+1lb+propane+bottle+thread+direction&rlz=1C1NDCM_enUS869US869&oq=coleman+1lb+propane+bottle+thread+direction&aqs=chrome..69i57.133463j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8