BernzOmatic TS8000 Blowtorch Ignition Fix/Repair

Was having an auto ignition issue with the BernzOmatic TS8000 trigger start blowtorch. This simple fix will get the ignition working again.

[@danschechter9069]

Thanks for posting this video -- clear, concise, and helpful. Well done!!

[@lenk132]

Encountered the same problem you had. Did the same thing you illustrated in your video and WA-LA.! The ignitor is working again. Thank you for your Post. Extremely Helpful.!

[@brucegarrison5651]

Thank you, was about ready to tie .50 cents to my unit so I could say that I actually threw something away because I had tried several other thing. BUT what you showed solved the problem. Love my TS8000, hated to lose it, but firing it up with a match WAS NOT fun. NOW we're back in business.

[@mikewilson8402]

Based on your demo, I removed the tip and found some dust filaments or trash between the element and the side of the tube. Brushed that away and torch works like new. Thanks for your video.

[@sandysue202]

I found some dust and a little spider web that I cleaned out carefully with a Q-tip. Now, she fires right up! I am going to get an old pair of cheap garden gloves and cut off the fingers to use over the ends of my 2 torches and maybe keep them more dust free out in the garage.

[@madbrody15]

Bernzo torch head's main issue seem to be the wire that runs from the trigger mechanism. I've fixed countless heads by completely stripping it down, pulling the wire out and soldering the trigger end and running heat shrink all the way up to the lit end where the wire arcs. its a simple fix that has saved me hundreds and countless trips to home depot. I work in a shop that wraps vehicles and buildings so I've gotten pretty good at fixing these things.

[@clinteast7476]

There Junk. Who wants to keep buying garbadge , that dont work.?? i hope they see this..

[@billybull7419]

This is the answer, this video is way too long and wastful

[@q1o2]

Thanks man! You saved me $38 from buying a new one!

[@InterestRateCoaster]

This solved my problem nicely, got rid off the headache on a brand new torch gun. Thanks.

[@WilseyIII]

Thanks a million dude, I just fixed my go-to torch because of you!

[@sandysue202]

Thank you! I have this burner and need to know what to look for if it doesn't ignite. Appreciate you making this helpful video! I also have learned how to take it apart and clean it so I should be good to go for a while now. Again, thanks!!!❤

[@randywipert6759]

Thanks to this video I found my unit had actually got dirt up in the tip and somehow kept it from lighting. scrapped the layer of dirt off and it lite fine

[@bigblock1968impala]

this vid and the comments helped me, I had to replace the wire that goes from the spring in the handle to the tip you show💪💪

[@garn5341]

FYI for others, I just had the same issue, only my wire was too close. It was sparking every time, but I guess not enough of a gap to ignite the gas, so I pulled it so ever so slightly "away" from the tub and it ignites almost every time now.

[@taylorsomero9371]

If this doesn't fix your problem, your ignition wire insulation may have melted where the support holds it at the end of the tube, grounding it out. I solved this by disassembling the torch head and removing the wire, adding a small piece of shrink tubing on the melted section, and flipping the wire around so the other end fits in the support bracket and reassembling.

[@MrFortnoxtt]

Great tip. The other issues is buildup in the tip or fuel tube. It must be clear to provide proper flow. A natural buildup does occur after use. Its consistent with that of a thick spider web. Just clean it with a small tool and fire it up.

[@davidcreighton8369]

Thank you so much for that, you saved me £70 buying a new one

[@genecurrivan2799]

Putting in a new water heater as I write.... You're golden

[@nc3826]

It also helps to clean the electrode off.Carbon can build up interfering with the ground. And it's nice that they have added a lifetime guarantee to all new purchases....

[@edwardmurphy4665]

Thank you. I did not know that the position of wire to the edge was even a factor. It only makes sense though when I thought about the importance of gaping auto spark plugs. So yeah, thank you

[@posmaster22]

Mine sat around for super long. No problem with alignment. The sparker was cover with cobwebs and debris. Cleaned it out and worked immediately.

[@wade2361]

Thanks to this video, I removed that tip and found cobwebs. Cleaned them out and it lit right back up. I use mine often too (it's my bbq lighter) but apparently some spider set up shop in the couple weeks since I last grilled.

[@patrickjones2462]

had the same problem thanks so much for the heads up and doing the video

[@petertag1]

Excellent. Your video resolved my issue. Keep up the good work.

[@DS-li7go]

Thank you!!! Have it a little push and it works every time now!!

[@chrisramos1525]

Thank you 🙏, I was able to fix my friend Lenox torch

[@williambarry4693]

I did what you said an it worked well. Great Site!!!

[@pedrogarcia5]

Very well done and didn't waste my time with a comedy routine.

[@daledeveau1]

Thankyou fixed the problem works like new again

[@tomsmith6094]

Thank you I was going throw mine away thank you for showing me to fix it 👍🏼

[@lexusautotek8905]

Thanks man this helped I was gona throw away and buy another one

[@kurensik]

Thanks!....you saved me $40......fixed in couple seconds!

[@netpoke58]

Thanks for the great video. This got my 4000 back to working like new again

[@gnericnuser]

Mine recently stopped igniting I will have to give this a try , hopefully it's not worst

[@butchlenz994]

Thanks for the video, copper wire worked fine

[@randyaivaz3356]

Had Ignition Problem with my Craftsman, Very similar, going to give it a try, don't remember if I get a Click, if this doesn't work, will see if I can make it work from a Barbeque lighter(with the long reach. Thanks Like everyone else, who would keep the Manual for something with one Button

[@TheDurk96]

Thanks, back in action 🙂

[@nearpar]

Thank you that was exactly what was wrong with mine !

[@ronaldyoung5163]

Thank you, fixed the issue and saved me some $$$.

[@Skraeling1]

A drop of wd40 on the piezo-clicker worked for me. Works like new!

[@hightowerone]

Did you just spray around the plastic button cracks or did you take off the button? If you did take it off, how? Thanks for your time

[@hightowerone]

Never mind! Mine was a dirt dobber clog. Should of known!

[@Luv2punish_]

Thank you, this video was super helpful

[@Error404v22]

Saved me $40..... thank you

[@stacyg9824]

It worked for me. Thanks

[@johnmilner7603]

Mine doesn't work cause the piezoelectric igniter died that's behind the on/off knob and Bernzomatic won't sell the piezo igniter to me. So now I'm hunting for a Co that sells it.

[@randyaivaz3356]

Try one from a Barbeque lighter. Good Luck

[@greghart007]

Thanks very much! Fantastic

[@peterubalcaba6256]

Thank you it works

[@stephenbass4965]

thank you. that fixed it

[@stonkykong5239]

Fantastic tip! Will try this on my sievert power jet blow torch

[@daviddehert2052]

Thank u that really helped me

[@probew2010in]

I learned 2 things, how to fix my torch head, and that the cylinder is removable.... I thought that if I removed it all the gas would come out.

[@donboty2493]

Excellent

[@davidotero3027]

Thank you so much

[@franiscop]

Thanks for the info.

[@detroitpyro2859]

This helped me

[@andreiVJ]

Thanks a lot for the tip!

[@JoseArroyo-ld5vm]

Thank you so much good tip

[@donboty2493]

Thank you

[@Yaqoobalvi]

Worked for me thanks

[@MrReadandlearn]

Over the years I've replace too many bernzomatic products. They do not sell any parts and that means you toss them and buy new. I now buy cheap junk and get to save a lot.

[@privatedata665]

If this does not fix your ignition failure , pull the wire up slightly & gently so it protrudes from the end of the stainless steel tube and slightly extends into the brass screw on extension

[@joeoliver9223]

Thanks

[@lancewestveer8677]

Just pulled the nozzle and found a spider nest inside with a spider. I could shoot out a flame but it was more like a lighter than a torch. Guess i cooked the spider alive.

[@BassPotter46]

Also, run a pipe cleaner down the tube. The smallest little spider web will keep it from working.

[@javierr1blue]

thank you !

[@StripeyType]

Thanks!

[@treetrimmerguy2]

Had to replace wire going from nozzle to first connection point in mine.

[@aldogressa6708]

Do you have a video, How to adapt hose with flame reduction?

[@pipemkr]

i shouldnt have to fix this on day one.. i miss my 4000 bad

[@revoadan618]

Am going to buy one of this. BTW if im done working can i just separate the nozzle and canister for safety reason until i want to use it again?

[@res10dent]

Yes

[@edwardmurphy4665]

Absolutly.

[@Ransome2501]

Mine sparks every time ( because it’s permanently affixed with a collar inside )with nozzle off but does not ignite even with gas coming out. Any suggestions

[@victoryfirst2878]

How do you solve arcing for 100 percent ignition???? Thanks

[@fernandorafael4892]

Tem como trocar o centelhador?

[@dylankempker]

Mine is shorting out on the insert I think the coating on the wire must have a hole in it.

[@tacoswamper]

Now I can take dabs again! Thanks man

[@kev20122012]

does orifice come off this torch isn't as good as it was brand new

[@mattstough3614]

Kevin Melton yes. you can find an orifice on ebay. look up surefire OT759. surefire was made by bernzomatic but they changed the name to bernzomatic after a while. it will work i did it to my ts8000

[@jedslammer5159]

What if u have to replace the igniter can u use any ignhiter and can u please make a video on doing this

[@tichij9070]

Доброго всем вечера. У меня ЯТО 36715,сначала работала хорошо,теперь плюётся,как верблюд... Как устранить,спасибо!

[@TBoy205]

says this in the manual

[@edwardmurphy4665]

That's awesome except I've never bought a brand new one and have never seen their manual.

[@bushratbeachbum]

I've got 2 of the rothenberger versions , they're pretty well identical. One has been working great, one lights if you light it with a lighter, but burns yellow and unusable. Found the problem, a tiny spider web in the tube, fished it out and now it's working fine. Id tried cleaning the jet, changing the nozzle, no dice! Simple usually wins huh?!! Does anybody know where I can find a fine nozzle for these torches? Searched around, asked rothenberger stockists , can't find anything!! Cheers!!

[@tomalophicon]

I have the same issue. weak yellow flame after using a lighter. Will try your fix,

[@tomalophicon]

All fixed. Unscrewed the tube and there was a spiders nest blocking the whole thing. Works perfectly again. Cheers mate.

[@tacoconch7678]

Bernzoatic propane torches are awesome. Their mini butane torches, however, are pathetic!

[@docglock1932]

Do you know what the maximum temp this torch will reach?

[@bushratbeachbum]

It depends on what gas you use. Propane vs mapp (or tf ultra, the mapp replacement) burn at different temperatures

[@macgyver5108]

With propane it's roughly 1980 °C or 3600 °F at "full throttle", and I believe that number is at sea level too. Altitude affects the burn rate and temperature because there's less oxygen higher up. Mapp gas burns a bit hotter at 3730 °F.

[@kola2018]

I twisted that off. The the wire is broke and came off

[@gotchaabeech]

This doesn’t work all the time the arc can still be there but doesn’t ignite it

[@michaelculhane3058]

Mine lights but goes out immediatly. It's all clean inside. Anybody have any ideas?

[@texascrossbowdude636]

I saw other videos where you remove the stem at the bottom of the torch where to screws to the tank 3/8 socket. I squirted a little brake cleaner fluid blew it out with a can of compressed air ant it fixed it. There was a white powder residue that I think was blocking the fuel. Then I shot the air thru the nozzle incase anything was in there. Did the same to 2 of my nozzles and it worked.

[@tichij9070]

Открой сильнее подачу газа.

[@cooldude12773247798]

Help: My torch leaks from the small hole in the handle

[@AndrewWorkshop]

EMail Bernzomatic, they should be able to help.

[@rayc1503]

Same here, did you find a solution?

[@edwardmurphy4665]

Aluminum duct tape

[@dannyleung9448]

these things NEVER work. I have the model that doesn't come apart so can't fix it

[@tichij9070]

Всё разбирается...

[@serbiano1]

You rock! Saved me a trip to the hardware store! 👍

[@dbergum1]

It worked,thank you

[@timmyturner6703]

Thanks

[@atrister]

thank you!