Refillable lighters are a great investment and can provide many years, even generations, of service. They need to be safeguarded when not in use, however. Not only must the lighter itself be kept safe but those who may share the home with the smoker, namely children, need to be kept safe from the potential dangers posed by these devices.
Many of the lighters on the market today are butane devices that emit two or three jets of blue flame. One can imagine how utterly fascinating this would be to a curious child. While any lighter is interesting to young ones, these are particularly entertaining, and dangerous, devices. It's best to keep these lighters in locked drawers when not in use. The flames are hot enough to give severe burns and, of course, they're also expensive and having one lost or destroyed by a curious child can be something more than a small setback.
Fluid-filled lighters pose their own dangers. These lighters are incredibly simple, having only a flint wheel and a wick. As anyone who has ever dropped such a lighter while it was lit knows, they usually keep burning once they hit the floor. The danger here is obvious. The chemicals used in these lighters are very toxic and need to be kept away from young ones. Of course, getting lighter fluid on any surface not only presents a fire hazard but is also likely to destroy any finishes on that surface! Keep lighters high up, locked up and safely out of the reach of unauthorized individuals.
Butane torch lighters which are designed to be used in more refined settings require a bit more care. While they do, in most cases, benefit from the same durable construction as do their more outdoorsy counterparts, they often have finishes and accents which can easily be broken, chipped or nicked if handled roughly. Some of these lighters come with a carrying case and it's not a bad idea to put the lighter in that case before putting it in one's pocket. They can prevent change and other items found in one's pockets from ruining the lighter's look.
Cigar cutter lighters, pipe lighters and other lighters with delicate attachments affixed to their surfaces require special considerations. First and foremost, make certain that the cutter on any so-equipped lighter is always stored in the closed position. These devices can be quite sharp and reaching into a box with an open cutter can result in a nasty surprise! Keeping the cutter closed also preserves the edge of the blade. Tamping and cleaning accessories attached to any lighter should also be kept in a closed position to avoid damage. These implements can be quite fragile and can be bent or broken if handled incorrectly. Make certain that there is no dirt or debris in any storage area. Over time, it can work its way into the mechanical elements of the lighter and result in damage.
Many of the lighters on the market today are butane devices that emit two or three jets of blue flame. One can imagine how utterly fascinating this would be to a curious child. While any lighter is interesting to young ones, these are particularly entertaining, and dangerous, devices. It's best to keep these lighters in locked drawers when not in use. The flames are hot enough to give severe burns and, of course, they're also expensive and having one lost or destroyed by a curious child can be something more than a small setback.
Fluid-filled lighters pose their own dangers. These lighters are incredibly simple, having only a flint wheel and a wick. As anyone who has ever dropped such a lighter while it was lit knows, they usually keep burning once they hit the floor. The danger here is obvious. The chemicals used in these lighters are very toxic and need to be kept away from young ones. Of course, getting lighter fluid on any surface not only presents a fire hazard but is also likely to destroy any finishes on that surface! Keep lighters high up, locked up and safely out of the reach of unauthorized individuals.
Butane torch lighters which are designed to be used in more refined settings require a bit more care. While they do, in most cases, benefit from the same durable construction as do their more outdoorsy counterparts, they often have finishes and accents which can easily be broken, chipped or nicked if handled roughly. Some of these lighters come with a carrying case and it's not a bad idea to put the lighter in that case before putting it in one's pocket. They can prevent change and other items found in one's pockets from ruining the lighter's look.
Cigar cutter lighters, pipe lighters and other lighters with delicate attachments affixed to their surfaces require special considerations. First and foremost, make certain that the cutter on any so-equipped lighter is always stored in the closed position. These devices can be quite sharp and reaching into a box with an open cutter can result in a nasty surprise! Keeping the cutter closed also preserves the edge of the blade. Tamping and cleaning accessories attached to any lighter should also be kept in a closed position to avoid damage. These implements can be quite fragile and can be bent or broken if handled incorrectly. Make certain that there is no dirt or debris in any storage area. Over time, it can work its way into the mechanical elements of the lighter and result in damage.
About the Author:
Dave Sabot is the owner of an online specialty lighters store. With expert knowledge of cigar accessories, including Lotus cigar lighters, Dave also owns a premier online cigar humidors store.
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