Refillable lighters are an investment that can easily last a lifetime if they're properly cared for and maintained. This process is not very complex and mostly involves keeping cleaning to a regular schedule, making certain only the best fuels and other supplies are used in the lighter and, if the lighter happens to have a very expensive or ornate finish, making certain that it's protected from scratches and dents. Most lighters are very durable and, given the price of some of them, the buyer has every right to expect quality. Learning to maintain one's lighter can actually be quite enjoyable.
Liquid fuel lighters require more maintenance and cleaning that other types of refillables. While liquid fuel is reliable, will ignite in very high winds and is very inexpensive, even for the highest-end fuels, it does not burn as efficiently as butane. Therefore, it tends to leave behind traces of carbon and other impurities left behind when the lighter is lit. Cleaning this, conveniently enough, is best done with lighter fluid which is an excellent solvent. Lighter fluid may be added to the tip of a cotton swap and used to remove the black patches that tend to develop around the windscreen. Also pass the swab near the areas where the flint wheel and flint are set to ensure that these function correctly.
A butane torch lighter is one of the most popular accessories among cigar aficionados. They offer a clean-burning, hot flame, reliable lighting and the fuel is inexpensive. These lighters are also available in very highly-stylized designs. Some of them have two and even three flame jets which makes for a very striking visual display when they're employed. These lighters are generally very clean-burning and will produce little residue when used. However, one must still endeavor to keep the flame jets clean and, most importantly, one must ensure that they're free of any obstruction when the lighter is sparked.
On any lighter, the flint or electric lighting mechanism should never be forced. If there is resistance, check to see if an obstruction is present before adding pressure. Most often, a piece of dust or lint will have become lodged in the wheel. It can be removed from a flint style lighter by simply removing the flints and spinning the wheel to clear the obstruction.
Cleaning the exterior of the lighter should be done with great care. Generally, a bit of warm water and a rag is the safest way to clean off the case and it should serve to remove most smudges and stains. If something stubborn is found on the surface, one should consult with the manufacturer to see what solvent is the best for removing the material. In many cases, lighter fluid will serve as an excellent solvent on metal lighters.
Liquid fuel lighters require more maintenance and cleaning that other types of refillables. While liquid fuel is reliable, will ignite in very high winds and is very inexpensive, even for the highest-end fuels, it does not burn as efficiently as butane. Therefore, it tends to leave behind traces of carbon and other impurities left behind when the lighter is lit. Cleaning this, conveniently enough, is best done with lighter fluid which is an excellent solvent. Lighter fluid may be added to the tip of a cotton swap and used to remove the black patches that tend to develop around the windscreen. Also pass the swab near the areas where the flint wheel and flint are set to ensure that these function correctly.
A butane torch lighter is one of the most popular accessories among cigar aficionados. They offer a clean-burning, hot flame, reliable lighting and the fuel is inexpensive. These lighters are also available in very highly-stylized designs. Some of them have two and even three flame jets which makes for a very striking visual display when they're employed. These lighters are generally very clean-burning and will produce little residue when used. However, one must still endeavor to keep the flame jets clean and, most importantly, one must ensure that they're free of any obstruction when the lighter is sparked.
On any lighter, the flint or electric lighting mechanism should never be forced. If there is resistance, check to see if an obstruction is present before adding pressure. Most often, a piece of dust or lint will have become lodged in the wheel. It can be removed from a flint style lighter by simply removing the flints and spinning the wheel to clear the obstruction.
Cleaning the exterior of the lighter should be done with great care. Generally, a bit of warm water and a rag is the safest way to clean off the case and it should serve to remove most smudges and stains. If something stubborn is found on the surface, one should consult with the manufacturer to see what solvent is the best for removing the material. In many cases, lighter fluid will serve as an excellent solvent on metal lighters.
About the Author:
Dave Sabot is the owner of an online specialty cigar lighters store. With expert knowledge of cigar accessories, including lighters with cigar cutters, Dave also owns a premier online humidors store.
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