Alhafidh Kerosene Heater

Important Safety Information

Please read this manual carefully before operating your set. Retain it for future reference.

Designs and specifications are subject to change for improvement without prior notice.

General Warnings

• Never leave the heater unattended while burning.
• WARNING: RISK OF EXPLOSION/RISK OF FIRE
• Never use any fuel other than water-clear 1-K kerosene.
• Never use fuel such as gasoline, benzene, paint thinners, or other oil compounds in this heater.
• Never refill the heater fuel tank when the heater is operating or still hot.
• Never use the heater in areas where flammable vapors or gases may be present.
• Never fill the heater fuel tank in a living space; fill the tank outdoors.
• Never store or transport kerosene in anything other than a metal or plastic container that is acceptable for kerosene, non-red in color, and clearly marked "Kerosene." Never store kerosene in the living space; store it in a well-ventilated place outside the living area.
• The unit is EXTREMELY HOT while in operation. Keep children, clothing, furniture, and other combustible objects at least 36 inches away from the top and front area.
• RISK OF INDOOR AIR POLLUTION
• USE HEATER ONLY IN WELL VENTILATED AREAS. People with breathing problems should consult a physician before using the heater. If the heater is used in a small room where less than 200 cubic feet of air space is provided for each 1,000 BTU per hour of heater rating, keep doors to adjacent rooms open or open a window to the outside at least 1 inch to guard against potential buildup of indoor air pollution. Do not use the heater in a bathroom or any other small room with the door closed.
• Never use the heater to cook or boil water.
• Never use gasoline in this heater (RISK OF FIRE).
• Never remove the cartridge tank when the heater is operating or hot. Never use the cartridge tank to transport or store kerosene or other flammable liquids.
• Occasionally, you may hear the sound of fuel draining from the cartridge tank to fill the fuel reservoir area. This is normal for a cartridge tank kerosene heater.
• WARNING:
• Failure to install, maintain, and/or operate this kerosene heater according to manufacturer's instructions may result in conditions that can produce bodily injury and/or property damage.
• Always understand common sense, caution, and care are factors that must be supplied by the person operating the heater.
• Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent, or the manufacturer on any problems or conditions you do not understand.
• Never leave the heater operating if you intend to leave the room for any period of time. Always turn the heater off and inspect it to ensure it is completely extinguished prior to going to bed.
• Never leave the heater unattended.
• Never use as a source of heat for drying objects.
• Never place objects on the top plate.
• WARNING: RISK OF BURNS
• Never operate the heater without the guard or grille completely attached.
• If poor quality kerosene is used, rapid accumulation of carbon and tar is likely, which may cause a strong odor and destroy the wick. Always ensure the fire is out.
• Room temperature cannot be changed by adjusting the heater. If heater output is reduced by lowering the wick, improper combustion will occur, producing odors and carbon buildup. If your room becomes too hot, open a door or window or turn off the heater.

Paraffin Specification

Use only paraffin. BS 2869; C1

Safety Precautions

• Do not fill or carry when alight.
• Do not use in an unventilated place or where exposed to draughts.
• Do not place this appliance where it can be knocked over.
• The heater should be used on a horizontal level.
• The heater should not be subjected to drafts.
• The heater should not be used near inflammables.
• The room in which the heater is used should have sufficient ventilation.
• Do not use in a narrow space.
• Users are requested to pay special attention to children while the heater is being used.
• Do not put water or other fuels such as petroleum, methylated spirit into the fuel container.
• In case water or other fuels are inside the fuel container, make the fuel container empty and then clean by kerosene (paraffin).
• Do not use the appliance in inadequately ventilated areas which could not prevent satisfactory dispersal of the products of combustion.
• Adequate ventilation: open the window or door minimum 30cm every hour for 10 minutes to replace room air by fresh air.

Contents of Owner's Manual

The manual covers the following topics:

1. Introduction
2. Features
3. Kerosene (1-k Only)
4. Unpacking and Assembling the Heater
5. Fueling your Heater
6. Automatic Ignition System
7. Adjusting the Wick
8. Extinguishing the Heater
9. Wick Maintenance
10. Carbon Removal / Dry Burning
11. Wick Replacement
12. Checking the Ignition System
13. Wick Adjuster Mechanism
14. Automatic Safety Shut-off Device
15. Long Term Storage of your Heater
16. Troubleshooting Guide
17. Parts List
18. Exploded Parts Drawing
19. Specifications

1. Introduction

Please read this Owner's Manual carefully. It will show you how to assemble, maintain, and operate the heater safely and efficiently to obtain full benefit from its many built-in features.

2. Features

The heater includes features such as:

• Top Plate
• Side Handle
• Protective Front Grille
• Burner
• Ignition Button
• Front Panel
• Fuel Gauge
• Tank
• Drip Tray
• Fuel Cap
• Wick Adjuster Knob

3. Kerosene (1-K Only)

It is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT to the operation of this heater that you use the proper grade of kerosene. The proper grade of kerosene is identified as 1-K Kerosene. DO NOT OPERATE THIS HEATER WITH ANY FUEL OTHER THAN 1-K KEROSENE! 1-K Kerosene has been refined to virtually eliminate contaminants such as sulphur, which can cause a rotten egg odor during operation of the heater.

1-K KEROSENE IS COLORLESS AND WATER-CLEAR.

To be sure that you are using good, 1-K kerosene, pour some in a glass to verify that there is no visible yellow tint.

KEROSENE SHOULD ONLY BE STORED IN A BLUE CONTAINER THAT IS CLEARLY MARKED "KEROSENE". NEVER STORE KEROSENE IN A RED CONTAINER. Red containers are associated with gasoline.

NEVER store kerosene in the living space. Kerosene should be stored in a well ventilated place outside the living area.

NEVER use any fuel other than water-clear 1-K kerosene.

NEVER use fuel such as gasoline, benzene, alcohol, white gas, camp stove fuel, paint thinners, or other oil compounds in this heater. These are volatile fuels that can cause explosion or uncontrolled flames.

The best way to purchase kerosene is in a pre-packaged, metal or plastic, blue colored container. The second choice would be to buy it from a dealer who stores it in a 55 gallon drum. The third choice is to buy kerosene from a dealer who stores it in a large underground (or above ground) tank. Kerosene that is contaminated with even a small amount of water will prevent a kerosene heater from functioning properly. As you move from the first choice in purchasing kerosene (pre-packaged container) to the third choice (large storage tank), the likelihood of water being present from condensation increases. If you purchase kerosene in bulk, know your dealer.

It is normal for a kerosene heater to give off a slight odor upon start-up and shut-down. After 5-10 minutes of operation, the heater should have reached its normal operating temperature and any odor should be very slight.

NEVER store kerosene in direct sunlight or near a source of heat.

NEVER use kerosene that has been stored from one season to the next. Kerosene deteriorates over time. "OLD KEROSENE" WILL NOT BURN PROPERLY IN THIS HEATER.

A variety of problems can result from using poor quality kerosene - smoke, odor, low flame, difficult ignition, difficult shut-down, flame flickers and dies, excessive burning down of the wick, reduced wick life, wick adjuster sticking, excessive deposits on the wick, etc. If you encounter any of the problems listed above, check your kerosene. If you discover that the kerosene is the problem, get a fresh supply of WATER-CLEAR 1-K KEROSENE before using your heater again.

4. Unpacking and Assembling the Heater

1. REMOVE THE HEATER AND ALL PACKING MATERIALS FROM THE BOX. (Fig. 2) NOTE: Save the shipping carton and packing materials for future storage.
2. Open the grille from the right hand side. Remove the protective packing materials from the burner.
3. Keep all packing materials in the carton box.
4. INSTALLING BATTERIES (Fig. 3) The battery holder is located on the back of the heater. Insert two (2) "D" cell batteries (supplied with this heater) according to the plus (+) and minus (-) markings inside of the holder. Remove dead batteries at once and dispose of them properly. Remove batteries when not in use or when heater is being stored.
5. POSITION THE BURNER (Fig. 4) Position the burner on the wick adjuster. To confirm proper placement of the burner, grab the burner knob and rotate the burner back and forth three or four times until burner sets properly on the wick adjuster.

5. Fueling Your Heater

NOTE: See section 3, page 3 on KEROSENE for instructions on the proper grade of kerosene to use with this heater.

WARNING: To prevent accidental fires:

• Use only water-clear ASTM No.1- grade kerosene.
• Never use gasoline or other flammable fuel.
• Fuel heater outside the living area.
• Extinguish heater and allow to cool before refueling.

1. Insert the straight tube of the manual fuel siphon into the kerosene container. Remove the fuel tank cap on the heater, and insert the siphon's flexible hose into the fuel tank opening.
2. Turn the air vent knob on the top of the siphon clockwise to close the air vent.
3. To start the flow of kerosene, squeeze the bulb of the siphon vigorously six or seven times. Once the flow begins, it is no longer necessary to squeeze the bulb. To avoid overfilling the tank, watch the fuel gauge. As the indicator enters the red zone, stop the flow by turning the air vent counterclockwise. NOTE: Be especially careful to avoid overfilling the tank with very cold kerosene; otherwise overflow might occur when the fuel warms up.
4. Remove the siphon carefully, allowing the excess kerosene to drain from the tube back into container. Replace the fuel tank cap and tighten it securely. Be sure to wipe away any spilled kerosene from tank or other heater parts.

6. Automatic Ignition System

NOTE: PRIOR TO IGNITION, CHECK THE LEVEL INDICATOR LOCATED ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE OF THE CABINET TO CONFIRM THAT THE HEATER IS IN A LEVEL POSITION. FAILURE TO OPERATE THE HEATER IN A LEVEL POSITION CAN RESULT IN IMPROPER COMBUSTION AND THE UNINTENTIONAL ACTIVATION OF THE AUTOMATIC TIP-OVER DEVICE.

For safety and convenience, this heater features an automatic ignition system.

2 "D" cell batteries, included with the heater, provide the power for the igniter which lights the wick once it has been raised to its maximum height.

When the heater is fueled for the first time, allow a minimum of 30 minutes after filling the heater before you attempt to light the heater. Also, the first time you light the heater, it should be done outdoors to allow the oils, etc. used in manufacturing the heater to burn off outside, rather than in your home.

To use the automatic ignition system:

• Make sure the batteries have been installed.
• Turn the wick adjuster knob clockwise until the wick has been raised to its maximum height.
• Push the ignition knob to bring the glowing igniter into contact with the wick. This will cause ignition to occur.
• As soon as you see that the wick has been lit, release the ignition knob. This will automatically lower the burn chamber back down over the wick.
• Rotate the burner knob from side to side a few times to make sure that the burner is positioned properly on the wick adjuster.
• Then begin following the steps outlined in "Adjusting the wick" (page. 6)

IGNITION VIA MATCH

If you encounter a problem with the ignition mechanism, or if you have dead batteries, it is possible to light the heater with a match (Fig. 7).

The procedure is as follows:

• Turn the wick adjuster knob clockwise until the wick has been raised to its maximum height.
• Lift the burn chamber by using the burner knob.
• Touch a lighted match to the exposed top edge of the wick.
• Once you see that the wick has been lit, lower the burn chamber back down over the wick.
• Rotate the burner knob from side to side a few times to make sure that the burner is positioned properly on the wick adjuster.
• Then begin following the steps outlined in "Adjusting the wick" (page. 6)

CAUTION: Make sure that you do not leave the match, or any portion of it (match head, etc.) in the burner area. Debris left from the match can cause an uneven alignment of the burner and may result in smoke, incomplete combustion, odor, or fire.

NOTE: Once you have extinguished the heater, wait at least 10 minutes before reigniting the wick. Failure to do this will result in a very strong odor and/or smoke being produced.

NOTE: Do not use excessive force when pushing the ignition knob. This can cause the igniter to catch on the wick and may prevent ignition from occurring. Pushing too lightly on the ignition button can prevent ignition from occurring by keeping the igniter too far from the wick. As figure shows, the optimal distance between the igniter and the wick is 1/64--1/32 inch (0.5 to 1mm). If it is difficult to ignite the heater, the filament on the igniter might be bent, broken or misshaped.

7. Adjusting the Wick

After lighting the heater, it is important to check the heater flame within the first 5-7 minutes of operation. After 5-7 minutes of operation, you should use the wick adjuster knob to obtain the proper flame height (see fig 8). IF THE FLAME IS TOO YELLOW, TURN THE WICK ADJUSTER KNOB DOWN SLIGHTLY UNTIL YOU GET BLUE FLAME INDICATED IN FIG.8. IF THERE IS NO FLAME, OR A VERY LOW FLAME, TURN THE WICK ADJUSTER KNOB UP SLIGHTLY UNTIL YOU GET THE BLUE FLAME INDICATED IN FIG.8.

VERY FINE ADJUSTMENTS TO THE FLAME CAN BE MADE BY GRABBING THE BURNER KNOB AND MOVING THE BURNER FROM SIDE TO SIDE UNTIL THE BLUE FLAME IS EVENLY DISTRIBUTED.

CAUTION: Do not grab the burner knob once the heater has reached normal operating temperature and the flame has stabilized. The burner knob is very hot during operation.

As you continue to operate the heater, the temperature of the heater and the temperature of the room will continue to change. As the heater warms up, the kerosene in the tank will vaporize faster, and this could require adjusting the wick adjuster down in order to maintain the proper flame. THE FLAME MAY NEED TO BE ADJUSTED DURING THE TIME THE HEATER IS BEING OPERATED. Therefore, it is necessary to continue to monitor the flame, and to make adjustments using the wick adjuster knob to keep the proper flame height. It is recommended that the heater be checked every 30 minutes in order to keep the proper adjustment because periodic adjustment is required. FAILURE TO KEEP THE WICK ADJUSTED PROPERLY WILL RESULT IN SMOKE, ODOR, IMPROPER COMBUSTION, CARBON BUILD-UP, AND A SHORTER WICK LIFE.

NOTE: Occasionally during normal operation you will hear the sound of fuel draining from the cartridge tank to fill the fuel reservoir area. This is normal for a cartridge tank kerosene heater

WARNING: NEVER turn the wick adjuster knob lower than the "LOW" setting of the wick adjustment. If you operate the heater below the position where the wick stop engages (the "LOW" setting), smoke, odor, excess emissions, CO (carbon monoxide), and flare-ups can result.

BAD Flame too low, Improper combustion, Produces odor, Reduces heat efficiency

GOOD Normal flame, Perfect combustion

BAD Flame too high, Improper combustion, Produces odor, Reduces heat efficiency

REMOVING INSULATOR GROSS ASS'Y Remove 1 screw on the Top Plate and Insulator Ass'y from the top plate.

8. Extinguishing the Heater

Turn the wick adjuster knob counterclockwise until it stops.

CAUTION: After extinguishing the heater, allow at least 10 minutes before reigriting the heater. This allows the heater time to cool off and return to a normal temperature. Failure to allow the 10 minute cooling off period before reigniting the heater will result in the creation of a strong odor and possible flare-up.

WARNING: Carbon and tar can build up on the wick after the heater has been in use for a while. This can interfere with the ability of the wick to be lowered into the body of heater, and can result in the flame not extinguishing completely. It is the responsibility of the owner to inspect the wick, to maintain proper maintenance of the wick, and to replace the wick when necessary in order to prevent the build up of carbon and tar from creating a dangerous situation where the heater does not fully extinguish.

Daily Check and Maintenance Procedure

It is important to perform the following check and maintenance procedure on a daily basis during the heating season.

WARNING: In performing the check and maintenance procedure, NEVER ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE FOLLOWING PARTS:

• Automatic safety shut-off Device - Do not adjust or attempt to disassemble this important safety device. Do not spill kerosene on the device. This is the principal safety mechanism of the heater.
• Fuel Gauge - Do not remove or unfasten the screws that attach the fuel gauge to the tank. Do not disassemble the fuel gauge.

• Inspect wick adjuster and wick guide cylinder: Check daily to look for carbon accumulation. If carbon is present, lower the wick and remove the carbon using a flat edge screwdriver. Be careful not to allow any carbon deposits to drop into the heater.
• Inspect the igniter: If the automatic ignition system does not work, check the filament on the igniter (see fig. 9) to see if it is broken or misshapen. A small distortion can be fixed with a match stick. If the filament is stretched or broken, replace the igniter with a new one. NOTE: Remove the batteries before replacing the igniter. Refer to section "CHECKING THE IGNITION SYSTEM" on page 12 for instructions on how to replace the igniter.
• Inspect the batteries: If the igniter filament does not get hot enough to ignite the wick and the igniter filament appears to be normal, replace the batteries.
• Inspect the wick: Inspect the wick before each use to see if carbon has accumulated on the wick. If it has, perform the Carbon Removal procedure described on page 8. Check the height of the wick as described on page 6.

9. Wick Maintenance

Carbon and tar will build up on the top of wick after the heater has been in use for a while. It is very important that the carbon and tar build up be removed in order for the heater to burn properly, and in order for the heater to properly extinguish. After every 2-3 tankfuls of fuel, check the top of the wick. If it feels hard and brittle, there is a build up of carbon on the wick. You might even observe a coating of black carbon on the top of the wick. A wick that is in good condition will feel soft.

There are other checks you can perform to determine if there is a build up of carbon on the wick. If it is difficult to turn the wick adjuster knob, if it is hard to ignite the heater, if it is difficult to obtain the proper wick height, these are signs that there may be a build up of carbon on the top of the wick. To eliminate the carbon build up from the top of the wick, perform the "Carbon Removal / Dry Burning" procedure outlined in the next section.

10. Carbon Removal / Dry Burning

The "Carbon Removal / Dry Burning" procedure creates a strong odor. Therefore, this procedure should always be performed outdoors on a windless day. You can consider using a porch or other well ventilated area, but keep in mind the fact that a strong odor is produced.

Carbon Removal Procedure:

• As the fuel level in the heater approaches empty, continue to burn the heater without refilling. Once the tank becomes empty and the flame starts to burn out, raise the wick to its maximum height and leave it burning until it burns out completely. After it has burned out, wait 30 minutes, reignite the wick (use a match, if necessary), and allow it to burn out again. Once it has cooled off, use a small brush or an old toothbrush to remove any ash that remains.
• This procedure should remove the carbon from the top of the wick. The wick should feel softer. If some parts of the wick still feel stiff, pinch these sections with a pair of small pliers. This will break up any remaining carbon into small pieces. Once you have done this, add a small amount of kerosene to the tank and repeat the "Carbon Removal" process again. After completing the "Carbon Removal" procedure, refill the tank and wait at least 30 minutes reigniting the heater.

You should perform the "Carbon Removal" procedure within 7 days of your first use of the heater. After that, the "Carbon Removal" procedure should be performed whenever the build up of carbon causes the wick to become stiff. "CARBON REMOVAL" SHOULD BE DONE EVERY WEEK DURING THE HEATING SEASON. IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO DO IT MORE OFTEN DEPENDING UPON THE CARBON BUILD UP ON THE WICK. CHECK THE WICK FREQUENTLY TO DETERMINE WHEN TO DO THE "CARBON REMOVAL" PROCEDURE.

11. Wick Replacement

Wick replacement should be performed on a completely cool heater after the cartridge tank has been removed and the remainder of the kerosene in the heater has been burned off.

Use only genuine replacement wick. Replacement wick number: Glowick 200-B.

Step 1: Remove the batteries to prevent possible burns. Open the front grille and remove the wick adjusting knob by pulling straight out.

Step 2: Unscrew 4 screws, one from the back and one from each side of the cabinet.

Step 3: Remove the cabinet.

Step 4: Remove the automatic ignition Assembly by unscrewing 2 screws.

Step 5: Unscrew the screw on the wind cover. Remove the wind cover.

Step 6: Unscrew 4 wing nuts.

Step 7: Remove the wick adjuster assembly.

Step 8: Remove the wick from the holder by folding it. Loosening it from the sharp metal teeth on the inner surface of the holder, and sliding it out.

Step 9: Replacement wick has a black line. Fold the new wick and slide it into the holder. The black line on the outside of the wick should match the top edge of the holder. Then press it against the teeth inside the holder to obtain a firm grip.

Step 10: Replace the wick and holder in the burner tank. Rotate 90 degrees left and right as well as up and down until the wick slides freely. Check to see that gasket is still in place on the burner tank.

Step 11: Snug 4 wing nuts on the mounting stud, but do not tighten.

Step 12: Raise the wick to the full "up" position, and evenly tighten wing nuts in several steps.

Step 13: Check height of wick.

Step 14: Check for correct clearance between wick holder and draft tube (all around).

Step 15: Check the function of safety shut-off mechanism by pushing the extinguish button to upset the pendulum.

Step 16: Reinstall the automatic ignition assembly.

Step 17: It is recommended to reinstall the wick adjusting knob for easier assembling.

Step 18: Check to see that the torsion spring of the wick adjuster assembly is free without torque.

Step 19: Check to make sure that latch is engaged by the ratchet.

Step 20: Hold the latch to prevent the safety shut off device from activating.

Step 21: Rotate the wick control shaft (knob) clockwise by 1+ turn.

Step 22: Rotate has been rotated clockwise by 1 turn.

Step 23: Insert the pinion at the other end of the wick control shaft into top portion of the rack of the wick holder. This step can be easily carried out if the wick holder is raised.

Step 24: Slide the wick adjuster assembly down the draft tube. Position the adjuster shaft to the front of the heater.

Step 25: Remove the wick adjusting knob once again, if it was reinstalled before.

Step 26: Reinstall the wind cover.

Step 27: Reinstall the cabinet.

Step 28: Tighten 4 screws on the cabinet.

Step 29: Reinstall the wick adjusting knob. Close the front grille.

Step 30: Turn the knob clockwise and counter-clockwise a few times to makes sure the wick travels up and down smoothly.

12. Checking the Ignition System

If the automatic ignition system fails to operate properly, perform the following checks:

• BATTERIES - 2 "D" cell batteries are located at the rear of the heater. Replace with new batteries.
• IGNITER PLUG - If the automatic ignition system still doesn't work after replacing the batteries, check the igniter plug. If the glow coil filament is broken, bent, or doesn't glow when engaged via the ignition lever, it must be replaced. CAUTION: Be sure igniter plug is 2.5V DC, 1A only.

To replace the igniter plug (Fig. 10):

• Remove the batteries.
• Remove the 2 cabinet screws and lift off the cabinet and grille assembly.
• Pull the ignition lever to raise the igniter plug.
• Push the igniter plug in and turn in a clockwise direction to remove.
• Install a new igniter plug (2.5V DC, 1A only) by pushing it in and turning it in a counter-clockwise direction.
• Reassemble the heater and replace the batteries.

GLASS CYLINDER REPLACEMENT Remove speed nuts holding cross pins. Then pull out cross pins. Replace glass cylinder. In reassembling, make sure that inner and outer cylinders are set in their proper places.

13. Wick Adjuster Mechanism

Turning the wick adjuster knob in a clockwise direction lifts the wick to the top of the wick holder assembly. As the wick is dialed up, the torsion spring located on the wick control shaft is compressed. Raising the wick to the full up position allows the wick to come into contact with the igniter when the ignition knob is depressed. Pressing the extinguish button causes the torsion spring to rapidly lower the wick. You can slow the speed at which the wick is lowered by holding the wick adjuster knob when pressing the manual extinguish button. By slowly releasing the wick adjuster knob, you can slow the speed at which the wick is lowered and reduce the chance of encountering a kerosene odor when extinguishing the heater.

14. Automatic Safety Shut-off Device

This heater is equipped with an automatic safety shut-off device. The purpose of this device is to quickly and efficiently shut off the heater should the heater be jarred or tipped over while in operation. This is the main safety system that is built into the heater, and it functions to prevent the flame from spreading if the heater is knocked over.

The automatic safety shut-off device is built into the mechanism that raises and lowers the wick. It has been designed so that if the pendulum is jarred by a shock of some sort, it retracts a latch from the wick control shaft ratchet, and a torsion spring reacts to drop the wick to its fully lowered position. This rapid lowering of the wick extinguishes the flame.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: For the safety shut-off device to function properly, the wick must be free of carbon and tar deposits. Regularly performing the "Carbon Removal / Dry burning" procedure described in the "Wick Maintenance" and "Carbon Removal / Dry Burning" sections on page 6 is very important to the proper functioning of this important safety device.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: PLEASE CHECK THE SAFETY SHUT-OFF DEVICE ONCE A WEEK DURING THE HEATING SEASON TO INSURE THAT IT IS FUNCTIONING PROPERLY.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: EVERY TIME THE WICK IS REMOVED OR REPLACED, THE SAFETY SHUT-OFF DEVICE MUST BE TESTED TO INSURE THAT IT IS FUNCTIONING PROPERLY.

TESTING THE SAFETY SHUT-OFF DEVICE: At least once a week during the heating season, it is important to test the safety shut-off device to be sure that it is operating properly. WITH THE HEATER TURNED OFF, raise the wick using the wick adjuster knob to the fully raised position. Grabbing the protective grille, give the heater a firm shake. If the safety shut-off device is working properly, you will hear a loud noise as the ratchet is disengaged and the torsion spring drops the wick into the body of the heater. To verify that the wick has been completely lowered, turn the wick adjuster knob in a counterclockwise direction. If the safety shut-off device is functioning properly, the wick will have been completely lowered. If you are able to lower the wick further using the wick adjuster knob, this means that it is time to perform the "Carbon Removal Dry Burning" procedure described.

15. Long Term Storage of Your Heater

Carefully following the instructions for storage given below will insure that your heater will operate efficiently and safely next season (Fig. 11/Fig. 12).

• Using a small amount of kerosene, swirl and rinse the inside of the tank. NEVER mix water with the kerosene as it will cause rust inside the tank. Pour the kerosene out making sure that you remove it all.
• With the fuel tank empty, ignite the heater. With the wick at its maximum height, keep the wick burning until it burns out completely (about 1 hour). It is a good idea to do this outside or in an extremely well-ventilated area.
• Remove the burner assembly. Then, remove the wick adjuster from the fuel reservoir. Dry the inside of the fuel reservoir completely. If carbon has accumulated on the wick adjuster, remove it. Remove any carbon or soot that is present on the burner assembly.
• Remove the batteries. Remove the burner. Remove the wick adjuster from the fuel reservoir. Thoroughly dry the inside of the fuel tank. Using a screwdriver and/or a brush, remove any carbon, tar or soot that might have accumulated on the wick adjuster, wick guide or burner.
• After a thorough cleaning, reassemble the heater. It is important when reassembling the wick adjuster to be sure to maintain an equal gap between the wick adjuster and the wick guide cylinder all around. See "Wick Replacement" on page 9 for reference.
• Remove the batteries from the battery case before storing the heater to prevent leakage and corrosion.
• Store the heater in the original box with the original packing material and keep the OWNER'S MANUAL with the heater. Store in an area that is well-ventilated.

16. Troubleshooting Guide

TROUBLES

• Heater Will Not Light:
• 1. Fuel tank is empty
• 2. Water present in kerosene
• 3. Igniter plug Fails to Glow
• 4. Igniter plug makes contact with side of wick

CORRECTIVE ACTION

• 1. Fill tank with water-clear 1-K kerosene.
• 2. Drain tank. Remove wick assembly & replace wick. Reinstall wick assembly. Fill tank with water-clear 1-K kerosene.
• 3. Replace batteries. Replace igniter plug. Check for broken or disconnected wire.
• 4. Lower wick using wick adjuster knob until igniter plug makes contact with top of wick.

Heater Produces Smoke or Odor:

• 1. Flame is too high
• 2. Heater is in an air draft
• 3. Burner is not level
• 4. Carbon or tar built up on wick
• 5. Contaminated kerosene

• 1. Using wick adjuster knob, lower wick to desired 1/2" flame.
• 2. Move heater out of air draft.
• 3. Using burner knob, rotate burner from side to side until it seats properly over wick.
• 4. Perform "Carbon Removal / Dry Burning" procedure. Replace wick if necessary.
• 5. Drain tank. Remove wick assembly & replace wick. Reinstall wick assembly. Fill tank with water-clear 1-K kerosene.

Flame Flickers or Dies:

• 1. Water present in kerosene
• 2. Carbon or tar built up on wick

• 1. Drain tank. Remove wick assembly & replace wick. Reinstall wick assembly. Fill tank with water-clear 1-K kerosene.
• 2. Perform "Carbon Removal / Dry Burning" procedure. Replace wick if necessary.

Wick Burning Down Excessively:

• 1. Dangerous, volatile fuel mixed with kerosene (gasoline, benzene, alcohol, white gas, paint thinner, camp stove fuel, oil compound)

• 1. Drain and clean tank. Remove and replace wick. Fill tank with water-clear 1-K kerosene.

Wick Adjuster Sticks:

• 1. Water present in kerosene
• 2. Carbon or tar built up

• 1. Drain tank. Remove wick assembly & replace wick. Reinstall wick assembly. Fill tank with water-clear 1-K kerosene.
• 2. Perform "Carbon Removal / Dry Burning" procedure. Replace wick if necessary.

Heater is enveloped in flames:

• Call Fire Department. Smother flames with fire extinguisher or sand. Otherwise smother flames with blankets and then throw water on blankets. Do not throw water directly on the heater itself.

17. Parts List

18. Exploded Parts Drawing

NOTE: SPECIFY MODEL NUMBER AND PART NUMBER WHEN ORDERING PARTS.

19. Specifications