Why wont my zippo lighter work outside?

Question

I have a regular zippo lighter and after i just filled it and put in a new flint it works fine. But when i step outside the lighter will not light at all.

Answer 1

you also need to shake it so the butane fuel will flow through evenly and I found out that when I want to speed up the process first I check if the flame level is OK because even though you did not move it sometimes it moves when you refill it .... try it and this might work....

Answer 2

RTMFD!  That's read the multi-faceted directions.  A Zippo works better outside.  Don't cup it.

Answer 3

try pulling the wick up a little bit...sometimes they need adjustment...(and trim it with a pair of nail clippers so the end isn't frayed)