Butane
Zippo fuel typically burns at a temperature of around 230-250 degrees Celsius.
Who cares? Ronsonal works just as well in a Zippo lighter as Zippo fuel does.
Naptha .
Zippo lighter fluid. But any good naptha based fluid will work well.
Less than $2 for a can.
Zippo the Pinhead
If your Zippo is sparking but not burning, it could be due to inadequate fuel, clogged wick, or a faulty flint. Try refilling the lighter with quality fuel, adjusting the wick to ensure it's not too low or too high, and replacing the flint if necessary. If the issue persists, consider contacting Zippo customer service for further assistance.
It's name is Zippo.
No, it is not recommended to use lamplight lamp oil in a Zippo lighter as it can cause damage to the lighter. Zippo lighters are designed to be used with Zippo lighter fluid or similar fuels specifically formulated for them. Using a different type of fuel can result in poor performance and potential safety hazards.
As an experiment, and after alot of time on Wikipedia, I'm in the process of trying this. I tipped a dribble of Coleman Fuel on the bottom of an upturned coffee mug and lit it. It burned beautifully with NO smoke. I tried it with proper Swan lighter fluid and it burned exactly the same but with plenty of smoke. My zippo is currently in bits on a radiator drying out so I can try it with pure Coleman fuel. At £6 for 500ml, it's a bit cheaper and alot more convenient if it works... I'll report back in an hour or two. Just tried it - perfect. Burns exactly like lighter fuel except perhaps even less smoke!
In normal disposable lighters like bic it is butane gas, in Zippo lighters you can use most liquid that lights with a spark, but most people just use zippo brand naptha fuel.
Your question is a bit ambiguous. I would say first, add fluid, make sure the fluid has soaked into the cotton, and keep the lid shut for a min before lighting. If that does not work then I would suggest moving the wick to the flint, this can be done by using a key and pushing the cotton-metal wick towards the spark end of the zippo. Suppose that does not work... you can always purchase zippo parts from a cigar shop and they will be more than willing to help you if you buy a pack of smokes from them! Last case buy a cheap zippo and put the center pice into yours... it will work fine and you will have your zippo art with a genuine zippo center! Remember if you have a problem with your official zippo, then they all have a lifetime guarantee, so you can always send it back to your regional zippo centre.