AK10 Instructions

Safety precautions must be observed when using this equipment.

Failure to follow instruction and to exercise reasonable care can result in damage or injury.

1. Position the kettle burner so it will be at least six feet from combustible material. Charge kettle with 50 pounds of crack filler. Cardboard box must be removed. Plastic bag remains and will melt into heated material when stirred.

2. Light the LP torch. Always remove torch from kettle before lighting.

3. Insert the torch in the burner well without smothering the flame. NOTE: If the torch is inserted in the burner well when the flame is at full blast, it is likely to be smothered before it can start an up draft. If the torch is smothered while in the burner well of the kettle, it is extremely important to allow any unburned gas in the kettle well to vent before reinserting the torch. If the wind is a factor, locate the Flex Kettle so burner is operating down wind. Shielding may also be necessary.

4. Make certain the torch is positioned properly in the center of the burner well. Remove any obstructions. 5. After waiting a moment allowing the circulation of air to start around the pan, the regulating valve can be adjusted as needed.

6. The Flex Kettle is designed to draw off liquid for use as soon as pouring temperature is reached. In heating remember that the heat penetrates the block of crack filler slowly. Waiting for blocks to completely melt is inefficient and time consuming. For best results and fastest melting, use material as it liquefies. When operating at high flame, stir the material frequently as it heats. Extended heating over 400 degrees F. will destroy elastomeric polymers.

7. Stir material prior to drawing off. Stirring will increase melting rate and keep unmelted portion of polybag away from draw off valve.

8. Flashing can be completely prevented by not allowing the material to exceed 400 degrees F. If the material does become to hot, remove the torch. For normal operation, half the normal flame on the torch gives sufficient heat. If flashing occurs, close the cover. Never use water to extinguish a Flex Kettle fire. Always have an extinguisher available rated to combat oil fires.

9. It is not essential to drain the kettle at the end of the day. However, the less material left in the kettle, the easier start up will be the next time. WARNING: Never allow the torch to fire in an empty kettle.

10. If you cover the kettle vent holes while the torch is in operation; you will stop draft and smother the flame. Whenever the kettle is stored, it should be covered to prevent water from collecting in the pan.