Filling a Zippo Lighter

Your windproof lighter is designed to work best with Zippo Premium Lighter Fluid and flint. Let's now take a look at how to fill or refill the lighter. Lighter fluid also evaporates when the lighter is not in use. So make sure the lid always remains closed. In addition, it is a good idea to refill the lighter before every trip.

Make sure the following steps are not performed near fire or flames.

 

Refilling the lighter:

1. First, remove the inner unit from the casing.
2. Turn it upside down and lift the felt insert to reveal the packing material in the fuel chamber. (Tip: use an unfolded paperclip or something similar if the insert is difficult to lift.)
3. Slowly saturate the packing material with lighter fluid. Stop adding when the fluid reaches the top of the container or begins to discolor. (Tip: do not overfill. If the lighter is too full, fuel will leak out. Prevent the fluid from getting on your skin, as it is irritating. If the fluid comes into contact with the skin, wash the affected areas immediately with mild soap and water.)
4. Place the insert back in the box and wipe excess fluid from the lighter and your hands before lighting the lighter. If there is fuel on the lighter, simply wipe it off or wait a moment until it has evaporated. Make sure the fuel container is closed and that there is no spilled fuel nearby before lighting it - it is a flammable liquid. (Tip: if you plan to keep the lighter in your pocket, we recommend placing it "bottom-up".)
5. Move your thumb in a downward motion on the flint wheel to create a spark. Repeat the process if no flame appears.
6. If a flame has appeared and you no longer want to use it, close the lid to extinguish it. This lighter does not extinguish itself, so you must close the lid.

Warning: depending on the duration of use, caution is advised, as the lighter can feel hot.