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How can I repair my lighter?

The official representative of Zippo in Russia, the Avankorp company, provides a full range of warranty services for your Zippo lighter*. For free warranty repair of your lighter, you must provide it to us in any way convenient for you:

  • Send the lighter by Russian Post to the address: 127015, Moscow, st. Vyatskaya, house 27, bldg. 5 (for Avancorp LLC)
  • Bring it to us at the address Moscow, st. Vyatskaya, house 27, bldg. 5, 4th floor (company secretariat)

Make sure that the lighter is provided with the necessary explanations about the malfunction (the sooner the technician identifies the problem, the faster the lighter will be returned to its rightful owner). We will send the lighter back by Russian Post as soon as possible and at our own expense!

*Please note that restoring the lighter's appearance is not covered by Zippo's lifetime warranty.

Why does the production date of the lighter not coincide with the production date of the insert block?

There is a strong, but, alas, erroneous opinion that the year and month of production of the lighter (imprint on the bottom of the case) and the similar date on the wall of the insert block ("insert") must coincide, and this indicates the originality of the lighter. But this opinion is false, since the production of plug-in blocks and lighter bodies occurs on different production lines, and the combination of these two parts is carried out by the assembler. At the same time, in frequent cases, there is an “overlap” of dates and this results in a discrepancy, which in no way affects the originality of the lighter.

Why does Zippo lighter fuel evaporate so quickly?

Premium fuel for Zippo lighters is petroleum distillate and evaporates even when the lighter is not in use. Keep the lid closed. To reduce evaporation, keep the lighter away from strong sunlight and heat sources such as a radiator. Tip: If you haven't used your Zippo lighter for a long time, refill it anyway if you plan to go outdoors.

Is it possible to polish a lighter?

You can clean the surface of your lighter with a soft cloth and a special cleaning product. Before using the lighter, make sure you wipe off all the liquid and all the gas has dissipated. Brass lighters can be cleaned with a special high quality brass cleaner following the manufacturer's instructions. Sterling silver can be cleaned with a special high-quality silver cleaner.

How do I refill my windproof lighter?

The lighter must be refilled away from sources of fire and flames.

  • Remove the inside of the lighter from the housing. Lift up the corner of the felt pad on the bottom of the insert to expose the cotton balls.
  • Slowly soak cotton balls with Zippo lighter fuel. Try to proceed carefully to avoid overfilling. If overfilled, fuel will leak out. Avoid getting fuel on your skin, as... it is an irritant. If it does get on your skin, wash the area of ​​contact thoroughly with soap and water. If irritation persists or gets worse, consult a doctor.
  • Insert the inner part into the body of the lighter, wipe the entire surface of the lighter so that there is no fuel left on it. Wash your hands before lighting. Make sure the canister is closed and there is no spilled fuel near you. Fuel is highly flammable.

If you store your Zippo lighter in your pocket, we recommend that you carry it in an upright position, with the bottom down, especially after the first refill, especially if it turns out to be full.

Why does Zippo fuel smell different from what was previously offered?

Premium fuels Zippo (Zippo Premium Lighter Fluid) and Ronsonol are created using a new formula, which gives less odor. The new fuel burns cleaner, ignites faster and is less irritating to the skin.

Why does Zippo offer both lighter fuel and butane?

Zippo Premium Lighter Fluid is designed for wind-resistant Zippo lighters. Premium butane (Zippo Premium Butane) is used only in Zippo BLU® and Zippo Utility series lighters.

How do I change the wick on my windproof Zippo lighter?

If blackness appears on the wick, pick it up with tongs and pull it out until an unused clean part of the wick appears. Cut off the tip of the wick at the top of the wind guard, and straighten the wick. The wick can only be cut twice before it needs to be replaced.

To replace the wick, use tweezers to remove all cotton balls from the combustion chamber. Insert the new wick downwards through the wind guard, pushing it through with tweezers.

Insert the cotton balls into place, placing the wick in waves in the intervening layers of cotton. Remember to trim the wick to match the height of the windshield.

Why does my Antique Brass ZIPPO lighter wear out?

The coating on the Antique Brass lighter body may wear out. This is due to the presence of copper impurities in the coating, which tends to oxidize and fade. This property is a feature of this model and is not a defect.

How often should I change the wick in my lighter?

Depends on frequency of use. Change the wick when the lighter does not burn properly or after you have trimmed the wick twice.

Do I need to change silicon?

Yes, on average silicon needs to be replaced every few weeks.

How do I change the flint in my Zippo lighter?

  • Remove the inside of the lighter from the housing.
  • Turning the insert over reveals the head of the screw that holds the spring that secures the flint. Carefully remove the screw using a small screwdriver or coin (being careful not to lose the spring).
  • With the inside of the lighter facing right again, remove any remaining silicon (if any) by gently tapping the inside of the lighter on a hard surface.
  • Insert the new Zippo flint into the deep hole where you removed the spring (the brass tip on the end of the spring is not flint).
  • Reinsert the spring, then tighten the screw. Insert the inner part into the lighter body.

Can I buy a silicon spring or felt pad for my lighter?

Replacement parts are not sold, but we replace them with new ones if necessary. Typically, during warranty repairs, the technician identifies problems and determines the need to replace a single replacement part or the entire internal part.

Does it matter if I use genuine Zippo or Ronson products to fill my lighter?

Of course it matters! Zippo and Ronson fuels, butane, wicks and silicones are specially formulated to ensure the best performance of our products. This means that the product spends more time in your hands than in the repair shop.

Can I purchase the interior or body of a Zippo lighter separately?

The individual components of the Zippo windproof lighter are not sold separately.

Provide troubleshooting tips. What can I do to get my lighter working again?

Make sure the wheel produces sparks. If not, replace the flint. Use only original Zippo fuel, flints and wicks for the best performance of your Zippo lighters. Also suitable for use are fuels, flints and wicks purchased from the USA, Canada or Mexico. The soft material used in some lighter flints not made by Zippo (or Ronson) can clog the wheel, making it difficult to ignite the flame. Make sure the lighter is filled with fuel. If it is primed and the flame does not ignite, check the wick. Trim it and replace it if necessary. Make sure that the wick is properly mixed with the pieces of cotton wool (filling) located in the inside of the lighter.

Can I bring my lighter on board an airplane?

If you are traveling outside the United States, check the regulations of your airline or the regulations of the country to or from which you are flying before flying. All domestic flights and most international flights allow you to carry 1 windproof lighter in your luggage. On all US domestic flights, you are allowed to carry up to 2 pre-filled, wind-resistant lighters in appropriate packaging in your screened baggage. New, never refilled lighters can be carried in luggage without restrictions.

What is the warranty for Zippo windproof lighters?

Every Zippo windproof lighter can be returned with our famous "It works or we fix it free." guarantee. For information on how to send your Zippo lighter to us for repair, go here.

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Everything you need to know about the Zippo petrol lighter.

Choosing a lighter is not as simple a process as it might seem.

First you need to decide - gas or gasoline?

Of course, gas is more practical and among gas lighters there are several very good manufacturers who create a variety of models to suit every taste. For example, if you often go on hiking trips, then you should definitely pay attention to protected gas lighters.

But only gasoline lighters give that unique feeling of carving fire out of stone; a gasoline lighter is a sign of taste, composure, and attention to detail. What can we say, we all love gasoline lighters for their color and light flair of retro charm.

Among gasoline lighters, the recognized leader is Zippo. In general, after the Austrian IMCO ceased to exist in 2012 and was bought out by the Japanese, Zippo was practically left without competitors.

Lighter Zippo 150SPSL "Black Ice" (Peter and Paul Fortress)

With the exception of a wide variety of factories producing counterfeit Zippos.

The easiest way to avoid purchasing a fake is to buy from Soldier of Fortune. “Soldier of Fortune” always holds accountable for the assortment that it offers. If "Soldier of Fortune" says it's a Zippo, then it is.

But there are other ways to spot a genuine Zippo in a sea of ​​counterfeits:

1. Genuine Zippos have a stamp on the bottom. Since 2008 it looks like this:

Every detail has its place here. The letter on the left indicates the month of issue. The inscription ZIPPO must have a flame instead of a dot over the i. The number on the right is the year of manufacture. The new line reads BRADFORD. PA and necessarily – MADE IN USA.

2. There are eight symmetrically located holes on the windscreen (but in the past there were exceptions, for example, the Zippo 1941 Replica had as many as 14 holes). The screen itself, when viewed from above, has a perfect oval shape.

3. The wheel-chair has clear symmetrical notches intersecting at an angle of 30 degrees to the horizontal, while on fakes they are often straight.


4. It’s not so simple with the wick either. It is made of polymer material with woven copper thread.

5. Now we take out the inner housing. There should be inscriptions on the inside of the case. They are also stamped, but in a thin font. On the one hand it is “For best results use ZIPPO flints and fluid”, which translated into Russian means “Use flints and ZIPPO fuel for better results” and a repetition of the inscription from the bottom “ZIPPO MFG. CO. BRADFORD, PA. Made in ZIPPO U.S.A.” (or it could also be “ZIPPO Made in U.S.A.”). On the other side you will read: “Keep away from children. After filling, wipe lighter & hands before igniting”, which translates as “Keep away from children. After refueling, dry your hands and the lighter itself before use” and the inscription “Lighter does not self extinguish. Close lid to put it out” meaning “The lighter does not go out on its own. Close the lid to redeem." The absence of these inscriptions or errors in spelling is a sure sign of a fake.

6. We look at the lower part of the inner housing, where the gasoline filler is visible, with the inscription “Lift to fill”. A screw can also help you recognize a quality craft. If other methods did not help. Firstly, the screw has notches on the end. And secondly, Americans still, with the tenacity of horned animals, use the English system of measures and, accordingly, the inch specification for threads, while all over the world it is metric. So a screw made anywhere other than the USA will not fit an original Zippo lighter, just as, vice versa, an original Zippo screw will not screw into the inner body of a fake.

7. Well, there are sensory differences. Hold the Zippo in your hands and examine it. This Zippo is made with love and attention.

8. Silicon Zippo is a sheaf of sparks, not pathetic splashes.

9. And the last thing – a unique click. Its sound is patented and very few fakes manage to reproduce it.

So, you have a real Zippo in your hands.


What else could you possibly need?

Petrol

First of all, gasoline. Do not refill your lighter with anything, and do not deprive yourself of the pleasure of using Zippo. Of course, they say aviation kerosene burns well and has almost no smell, but where can you get it? But high-octane gasoline “” can be bought from “Soldier of Fortune”. Pleasant smell (the smell of gasoline is not for everybody, of course, but it’s more pleasant than at a gas station), high degree of purification, and convenient packaging. I use it to degrease surfaces when gluing - it’s very convenient and not sticky, and refilling the lighter is generally a pleasure.

Instructions for refilling a Zippo lighter:

- lift the cotton valve (felt pad)

- fill the cotton wool with gasoline (fill slowly, never overfill)

- return the felt pad to its original position

- place the inner housing back into the outer housing

- wipe the lighter with a cloth to prevent ignition of gasoline that gets on the outer part of the case

Wick

Secondly, you will sometimes need it (although it lasts a very long time). Don't try to insert a bast instead. The wick for Zippo is made of a special polymer material with copper thread woven into it.

How to replace the wick on a Zippo lighter:

- remove the inner housing from the housing

- turn over the inner housing

- the screw head will be visible on the bottom

- carefully unscrew the screw

- remove the felt pad

- remove the cotton valve (use tweezers to remove all the cotton from the lighter body)

- make sure that there are no pieces of old wick left in the channel

- insert a new wick

- pull it from below through the smoke hole using tweezers

- put the cotton wool back in small portions, laying the wick in waves between the layers

- insert the felt pad back

- insert a new flint (if necessary)

- tighten the screw with the spring until it stops

Flint

Flint also tends to run out, especially if you can't resist the pleasure of seeing the lighter wheel shoot out a shower of sparks. at "Soldier of Fortune" they are sold not in a bunch, but in a convenient and practical case.

How to replace the flint on a Zippo lighter:

- remove the inner housing

- unscrew the screw from the bottom of the lighter

- remove the screw together with the spring

- make sure that there are no pieces of old flint left in the channel

- place a new flint in the channel

- insert the spring

- tighten the screw until it stops

- check that the lighter opens easily

With the supplies out of the way, there are still a few things you might need.

Or is good for wearing.


Take care of your Zippo and it will serve your grandchildren.

Zippo lighters have become iconic thanks to the excellent quality of their products and a wide variety of models. Zippo Manufacturing Company has been offering windproof metal gasoline lighters since 1933, which are distinguished by both the metal from which they are made and the way the design is applied. Traditionally, the lighter body is made of brass, and the insert is made of stainless steel. True, there are individual examples with a case made of gold, silver, titanium or copper with wood and leather trim. Of course, they are intended for collectors of a unique product. Each original Zippo lighter has a lifetime warranty and is manufactured only at the plant in Bradford (Pennsylvania, USA), which once again emphasizes how high-quality the company makes products. Statistics say that in 2012 the brand crossed the milestone of 500 million lighters, and 80 percent of products are purchased as gifts. And this is a truly worthwhile gift even for those who do not smoke.

For 83 years, the original Zippo lighter has not changed its mechanism. The design and style of the removable case changed, but not the technical part. Until now, each lighter is assembled by hand by craftsmen, and detailed quality checks guarantee uninterrupted operation of the mechanism. The excellent Zippo petrol lighter is renowned for its durability, which largely depends on the simplicity of its design. For example, to refill a lighter, it is not at all necessary to go to a specialist: it is enough to spend no more than two minutes to disassemble the case and pour fuel into a special compartment.

How to distinguish an original Zippo from a fake

Given the widespread popularity of Zippo lighters, it is not surprising that the market is flooded with counterfeits. However, it is possible to distinguish original products. To this end, pay attention to the following important elements of the product:

  • A real Zippo lighter has a marking stamp. There should be no engraving on the body of the product, and in the word “Zippo” there is not a dot, but a flame above the letter “i”.
  • Each original Zippo lighter is marked with the year and month of production. Since 2001, the company has recorded the year in two numbers: 02, 05, etc. The month is marked in Latin letters: for example, January - A, December - L. Look for these inscriptions on the stamp to the left of the word “Zippo”.
  • Please note that the original inscription "BRADFORD, PA. MADE IN U.S.A." applied to the product only in this form.
  • A high-quality Zippo gasoline lighter has serrations on the wheel (wheel), which are located at an angle of 30 degrees. The chair itself is attached to the lighter only with a rivet.
  • Every genuine Zippo lighter has a polymer wick that is enhanced with metal threads woven into it.
  • The wind deflector has eight holes on each side. The only exception is for models that were produced before 1947 - there are seven of them. In modern replicas this number is retained.
  • The lid flag is also attached to the lighter body with a rivet.
  • The inside of the lighter must have the following inscriptions: “For best results use ZIPPO flints and fluid”, “ZIPPO MFG. CO. BRADFORD, PA." and “Made in ZIPPO U.S.A.” (or “ZIPPO Made in U.S.A.”). On the other hand, you will find warnings about the need to keep the product away from children and to always remove your hands after refueling before you decide to check the quality of the fire.

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Of course, it is important to pay attention to the store where you are going to buy a lighter. Choose authorized outlets that value their reputation and do not let customers down. This will help you avoid the annoying disappointment of buying a fake.

Zippo lighter known all over the world. It is chosen by heavy smokers and collectors, supporters of an active lifestyle and fans of extreme sports. Everyone knows that Zippo is the most reliable lighter that works even in strong winds, thanks to its windproof lid. Therefore, when going into nature, do not forget to take with you not only ThermaCell mosquito repellent , but also faithful Zippo lighter.

But how exactly does it work? Have you ever been curious to know what's inside? As children, many of us loved to disassemble certain objects, discovering unnecessary parts during subsequent assembly. Let's remember our childhood, take the lighter apart into its components and see how it works.

The entire anatomy of a lighter Zippo you can see in the picture. Each lighter, regardless of its design and the material from which the body is made, consists of 22 required elements. Only 22 parts, harmoniously adjusted to each other, ensure flawless operation of the lighter. Let's study each element separately and understand how they are related to each other.

The lighter can be divided into two parts – external and internal. We can constantly observe the external part - it is a body with a lid.

Lighter case (brass bottom case) usually made of brass. The brilliant silver color is achieved by galvanization. But brass is not the only material used to make lighters. Available in a silver or gold case with various decorations, engravings and even precious stones. A very important element of the body - brass lid, which is attached to the body using reliable loops (hinges) on five hinges and axes (hinge pin).

But under the lid is all the fun!

All the “filling” of the lighter is placed in the inner case. Inside it is gasoline - fuel for the lighter. The wind shield is located on the top of the inner housing. On the front and back sides of the inner body of original lighters you can always see text warning about the need to handle dangerous objects with care. The inner case (in other words, insert) is closed with a small cover, which is called the top panel or plate (top plate). There are two holes in it: one is for the wick, the other is for the flint tube.

Wick. One of the most important details. To make the wick, a special polymer material is used, into which a thin metal thread is woven.

Eyelet for wick. A small metal ring called an eye or loop is used to thread the wick through. When replacing, you will need to carefully pull the new wick through the eyelet to ensure it holds securely.

Cam. The main feature Zippo company! It is the cam that provides the zippo click - the signature click that is heard when using the lighter. As you can see, this is a very simple device that has a pin and a spring.

Spring for cam (cam rivet). Despite its name, this part does not look like a spring at all. It is made in the form of an oblong plate that runs from the pin to the wick itself. Interestingly, the Zippo company produces lighters with two types of platinum: with traditional or cut corners.

Cam pin (cam spring)– a rivet that ensures reliable fastening of the cam.

flint wheel. This wheel is attached to the windproof cover of the lighter. By the way, a careful study of the wheel will help you distinguish a genuine Zippo from a fake. The original lighters have oblique notches on it that intersect at an angle of 30?. By clicking the wheel, you activate the ignition system, resulting in the flame igniting.

Flint wheel rivet axle– a small rivet responsible for the operation of the wheel.

The ignition system is the heart of the lighter

tube– a thin flint tube becomes one of the key elements of the ignition system. It passes through the entire inner body of the lighter.

Inside the tube is flint. Below is flint spring With spring tip in the upper part (the tip is responsible for the reliability of fastening the entire structure). Between the flint and the inner walls of the tube there is special tube insert, providing strengthening of the tube. At the bottom of the inner housing there is felt pad which prevents fuel from leaking. Gasoline lighter Zippo It is easy to refill by hand, but you must lift the felt pad when refilling. This is even written on its surface: after examining the gasket, you will see the inscription: "Lift to fill" , which literally translates to "Lift to tuck" . A small one passes through the gasket bolt (screw), which provides fastening of parts.

Inside the lighter there are special balls made of cotton wool or felt (ravon balls). They are soaked in gasoline. If the service life of the cotton balls expires, they can be replaced with regular high-quality pharmaceutical cotton wool.

That's the whole anatomy of your favorite lighter. Can't compare with a human! And no unnecessary details! Everything is in its place, and each element is part of a single whole. Even the smallest detail plays an important role in the operation of the entire mechanism. Anyone can see and study in detail the internal structure of a Zippo, so why can’t other manufacturers repeat the success of the lighter? It remains a mystery.

Tips for maintaining your Zippo lighter

Be careful when refilling your lighter yourself. Remove the inner housing from the outer housing, lift the felt pad and soak the cotton or felt balls with gasoline. It is best to wear gloves to prevent fuel from coming into contact with your skin. Reassemble the lighter and wipe it thoroughly so that no traces of gasoline remain. You should check the lighter after a few minutes, when all traces of fuel have evaporated.

If you have been using a lighter for a long time and the wick is frayed, you can carefully pull it up with tweezers and trim off the frayed tip. You can even completely replace the wick if necessary.

Replacing the wick is very simple, you just need to do this work as carefully as possible. Open the lighter, remove the old wick, carefully remove the felt pad and cotton balls, place a new wick inside by threading it through the eyelet, replace the old or new filler and reassemble the lighter. But when using high-quality gasoline, the “native” Zippo wick lasts for years and retains its original appearance, because when using a lighter, it is not it that burns, but gasoline vapor. If you still decide to tighten or replace the wick, you can adjust its length. The longer the wick, the higher the flame will be.

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