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Before the first use of this heater, please read this OWNER'S MANUAL very carefully. This OWNER'S MANUAL has been designed to instruct you as to the proper manner in which to assemble the heater, maintain the heater, store the heater, and most importantly, how to operate the heater in a safe and efficient manner, please keep this manual for future reference.
GHP Group, Inc.,
Niles, IL 60714-3302, USA
TELEPHONE: 1-877-447-4768
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING!
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!
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.
Fig. 1
"RISK OF BURNS"
DO NOT OPERATE HEATER WITHOUT INSTALLING THE PROTECTIVE GUARD OR GRILL.
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.
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 OR RED DYED 1-K KEROSENE before using your heater again.
NEVER FILL THE HEATER FUEL TANK IN THE LIVING SPACE: FILL THE TANK OUTDOORS.
Before fueling the heater, take the heater, the kerosene, and the manual siphon pump outdoors. To use the manual siphon pump, tighten the cap on the top of the siphon, place the straight tube into the kerosene container, and insert the flexible tube into the opening of the fuel tank. By squeezing the bulb of the siphon pump, fuel will be transferred from the kerosene container into the heater tank (Fig.10). Carefully watch the fuel gauge on the base of the heater so that you will know when the tank is getting full. When you approach the full mark, loosen the cap on top of the siphon pump. This will stop the flow of kerosene. DO NOT OVERFILL YOUR HEATER. Allow the siphon pump to drain thoroughly before you remove it from the tank and the kerosene container.
Fig. 10
After fueling the fuel tank of the heater by using siphon pump, make sure that you loosen (counter clock wise) the cap on the siphon pump to drain throughly the remaining kerosene in the siphon pump. For the reuse of siphon pump, make sure that you tighten (clock wise) the cap on the siphon pump to transfer the kerosene into the fuel tank properly. (Fig.11)
Fig. 11
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING FUELING OF THE HEATER: When fueling your heater for the first time and any other time when the tank has been completely empty, as in "Dry Burning" make sure to allow the wick to soak a minimum 60 minutes before you attempt to light the heater. Take note of the time you started to soak the wick or use a kitchen timer or wrist watch with an alarm feature. Failure to properly soak the wick can trap air pockets in the wick causing the heater to burn poorly. Premature ignition can destroy your wick.
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING FIRST IGNITION OF HEATER
The first time you light your heater there may be some odor due to the burning off of oils used in the manufacturing process. To avoid this you may wish to burn the heater outside on a calm and windless day. If it s windy consider a porch or garage or other room where the windows can be open to disperse the odor.
For safety and convenience, this heater features an automatic ignition system.
2 "C" 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.
To use the automatic ignition system:
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.14)
Fig. 14
The procedure is as follows:
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.
If the automatic ignition system fails to operate properly, perform the following checks:
To replace the igniter plug (Fig.15):
Fig. 15
After lighting the heater, it is important to check the heater flame within the first 5-7 minutes of operation. During the first 5 minutes after ignition, the burner chamber warms up and flames will become visible at the top of burner. These flames will gradually build up. After 5-7 minutes of operation, you should use the wick adjuster knob to obtain the proper flame height. The proper flame height is a 1/2" flame above the center flame spreader disk, with even distribution of flame around the flame spreader disk visible through the clear window of the heater. See pictures below for reference.
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 desired 1/2" flame height. Therefore, it is necessary to continue to monitor the flame height, 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.
CORRECT FLAME
Proper combustion
FLAME TOO HIGH
Can Produce smoke and soot
FLAME TOO LOW
Can produce odor and carbon monoxide
Fig.16
NOTE: NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING.
Always make sure to turn the heater off and inspect it to insure that it is completely extinguished prior to going to bed.
NOTE: During start-up, small adjustments to the flame can be performed by using the burner knob on the front of the burner and MOVING THE BURNER FROM SIDE TO SIDE until the flame at the top of burner is as even as possible. THIS HEATER WILL PRODUCE SOOT AND SMOKE IF THE BURNER IS NOT SEATED PROPERLY. DO NOT TOUCH THE BURNER KNOB ONCE THE HEATER HAS REACHED NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE AND THE FLAME HAS STABLIZED. THE BURNER KNOB IS VERY HOT DURING OPERATION.
Fig. 17
NOTE: This heater is designed to operate with a flame height of a 1/2" above the flame spreader disk at the top of the burner. For proper combustion to occur, it is very important that the flame height be adjusted so that it is neither too high, nor too low. Operating the heater at a wick setting below the minimum recommended setting (the wick-stop setting) can result in the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
NOTE: If you find that the wick will not raise, push the safety reset lever to engage the safety shut-off device. Then dial the wick up via the wick adjuster knob.
RISK OF INDOOR AIR POLLUTION AND FIRE, DO NOT OPERATE HEATER AT WICK SETTING LOWER THAN MINIMUM WICK-STOP SETTING OR WITH AN EXCESSIVE FLAME HEIGHT.
Wick maintenance is necessary to prevent soot production, low heat output and performance issues. Carbon and tar will build up on the top of the wick during regular use of this product. Wick maintenance is required within the first seven (7) days of your first use of the heater and every 2 tankfuls of fuel and/or every week during the heating season. If the wick feels hard and brittle, this indicates that wick maintenance is necessary in order to keep your heater performing accordingly.
Check Your Wick Often!
Note: Poor fuel or fuel contaminated with water will also turn the wick hard.
"Dry burning" your heater will cause a strong odor. For this reason it is best to " dry burn completely calm and windless. If it s too windy outside you can consider a porch, breezeway or other room with all of the windows open to disperse the strong odor.
Step 1
With your fuel tank nearly empty, burn your heater (without refilling) until the flame starts to burn out then raise the wick to its highest possible setting and leave it there until it burns out completely. Wait 60 minutes, then re-light the wick (with a match if necessary) and allow it to burn out again. Once the heater is cool to the touch, remove the cabinet and brush the top of the wick with an old tooth brush or other stiff bristle brush to remove any remaining ash. A canister type vacuum cleaner may be a useful tool in removing this ash.
Step 2
The first step should remove most carbon and your wick should feel softer to the touch. If any part still feels hard, you can use small pliers to pinch these hard spots and break up the carbon into pieces. After doing this, replace the cabinet, add a small amount of fuel, wait at least one hour and then repeat step 1.
Carry out Carbon Removal / Dry Burning within (7) seven days after your first use of your new heater to reduce carbon build-up on the wick's burning surface, after every two tankfuls of fuel and/or every week during the heating season. Afterwards, dry burn your heater anytime the wick appears to be hard. CHECK YOUR WICK OFTEN! Dry burn your wick and remove all fuel from your heater at the end of the heating season.
Note: Burn your heater dry, as noted above, weekly during the heating season or necessary thereafter. Check your wick often to see if CARBON REMOVAL / DRY BURNING is necessary. Carbon removal will NOT be effective if your fuel has been contaminated by water or any other liquid. In this case you must clean the fuel tank, replace the wick and soak it for 60 MINUTES in fresh, K-1 Kerosene.
Check at least once a month!
The burner assembly sits on top of the wick guide. Over time, tar deposits can accumulate on the wick guide, and this can prevent the burner assembly from seating properly. This can result in poor combustion, smoke, odor, etc.. To prevent this from happening, tar deposits on the wick guide can be removed as follows:
The wick in your heater needs replacing if, after repeated cleanings, any of the following conditions still exist: slow to light, hard movement of the wick adjuster knob, kerosene odor while burning, low heat output, slow warm up, damaged wick.
Use only a genuine replacement wick.
REPLACEMENT WICK NUMBER: Kero-World 32225, Dura Heat DH-145, Glowick 30856.
If cleaning the Wick does not improve performance, you will need to replace the wick. Refer to the "TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE", which outlines conditions under which the wick should be replaced.
DO NOT attempt to substitute any other type of wick device or a wick designed for another brand or model heater. You could damage the heater and create a potential fire hazard.
Call customer service at 1-877-447-4768, to order a wick.
ATTENTION: The only tools needed to replace the Wick are:
Visit our website at: www.ghpgroupinc.com/heaters/faqs.aspx and select RMC-95C6 /RMC-95C6B for a link to a detailed video demonstrating wick replacement.
To extinguish the heater, push down on the manual shut-off knob (Fig.18) with one hand while holding the wick adjuster knob in the other hand. You will feel the pressure of spring action attempting to turn the wick adjuster knob in a counterclockwise direction in your hand. By slowly relaxing your grip on the wick adjuster knob, you will allow the spring to gradually lower the wick and extinguish the flame. When there is no further pressure from the spring action, confirm that the wick has been fully lowered by turning the wick adjuster knob in a counter-clockwise direction as far as it will go.
Fig. 18
After 10-15 seconds, open the door on the body of the heater, lift the burner using the burner knob, and visually confirm that there are no flames present. This will confirm that the heater is completely extinguished.
After extinguishing the heater, allow at least 10 minutes before reigniting 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.
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.
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.
If you find that the wick will not raise, push the manual shut-off knob to engage the automatic safety shut-off device. Then dial the wick up via the wick adjuster knob.
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 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 grill, 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 again.
Carefully following the instructions for storage given below will insure that your heater will operate efficiently and safely next season (Fig.19/ Fig.20).
Fig. 19
Fig. 20
TROUBLE | CORRECTIVE ACTION |
Heater Will Not Light
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Heater Produces Smoke or Odor
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Flame Flickers or Dies
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Wick Burning Down Excessively
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Wick Adjuster Sticks
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Wick will not raise |
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Heater is enveloped in flames |
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NOTE: SPECIFY MODEL NUMBER AND PART NUMBER WHEN ORDERING PARTS.
DRAWING NUMBER | DESCRIPTION | PART NUMBER |
1 | TOP GRILLE | PS-CV01 |
2 | CARRYING HANDLE | WS-CV02R |
3 | TOP PLATE(WK95C6C) | WS-CV03B |
4 | BURNER ASS'Y | WS-CV04 |
5 | WICK COVER | WS-CV25 |
6 | REAR GRILLE | PS-CV060 |
7 | CABINET BASE(WK95C6C) | WS-CV12B |
8 | WIND COVER | WS-CV17 |
9 | WICK ADJUSTER ASS'Y (COMPLETE) | 2113-0032-00 |
10 | WICK | See Below |
11 | WICK ADJUSTER GASKET | PS-CV19R |
12 | SAFETY SHUT OFF DEVICE | See 9 |
13 | DRIP TRAY ASS'Y(WK95C6C) | PS-CV32R1B |
14 | FUEL CAP GASKET | WS-CV30 |
15 | FUEL CAP ASS'Y | WS-CV29 |
16 | WICK ADJUSTER KNOB(WK95C6C) | WS-CV14B |
17 | BATTERY CASE ASS'Y(WK95C6C) | WS-CV27R1B |
18 | FRONT GRILLE | PS-CV061 |
19 | CABINET(WK95C6C) | PS-CV08RB |
20 | MICA WINDOW | WS-CV09 |
21 | DOOR(WK95C6C) | WS-CV34B |
22 | FUEL GAUGE | WS-CV21 |
23 | FUEL GAUGE GASKET | WS-CV22 |
24 | TANK ASS'Y(WK95C6C) | PS-CV23R3B |
25 | IGNITER ASS'Y | PS-CV24R1 |
26 | WICK SLEEVE | PS-CV35 |
Model No. | WK95C6C | |
Type of Heater | Convection | |
Heat Output | Max. 23,000 BTU/hr | |
Fuel Tank | Integral | |
Tank Capacity | 1.9 U.S. gallons | |
Continuous Combustion Time | Approx. 8-12 hr | |
Max. Fuel Consumption | 0.167 U.S. gallons/hr. | |
Ignition Method | Battery-C Cell x2, Igniter Type "B" | |
Dimensions | Height | 27 inches |
Width | 17.5 inches | |
Depth | 17.5 inches | |
Wick Height | 25/64 IN. (10mm) | |
Replacement Wick Number | Kero-World 32225, Dura Heat DH-145, Glowick 30856 |
LIMITED WARRANTY:
This limited warranty is extended to the orginal retail purchaser of this Forced Air/Convection/Radiant Heater and warrants against any defect in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of retail sale. GHP Group, Inc, at it's option, will either provide replacement parts or replace or repair the unit, when properly returned to the retailer where purchased or one of our service centers as directed by GHP Group, In., within one (1) year of retail purchase. (Shipping cost, labour costs, etc. are the responsibilty of the purchaser.)
DUTIES OF THE OWNER:
This heating appliance must be operated in accordance with the written instructions furished with this heater. This warranty shall not excuse
the owner from properly maintaining this heater in accordance with the writen instructions furnished with this heater. A bill of sale, cancelled
check or payment record must be kept to very purchase date and establish warranty period. Original carton should be Kept in case of warranty
return of unit.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED:
This warranty does not imply or assume any responsibility for consequential damages that may result from the use, misuse, or the lack of
routine maintenance of this heating appliance. A cleaning fee and the cost of parts may be charged for appliance failures resulting from lack of
maintenance. This warranty does not cover claims which do not involve defective workmanship or materials. FAILURE TO PERFORM
GENERAL MAINTENANCE (INCLUDING CLEANING) WILL VOID THIS WARRANTY.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS GIVEN TO THE PURCHASER IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, THE
REMEDY PROVIDED IN THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS GRANTED IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER REMEDIES. IN NO EVENT WILL
GHP GROUP, INC. BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Some states do not alow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. Some states do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
CLAIMS HANDLED AS FOLLOWS:
REGISTER THE WARRANTY ON YOUR HEATER ON-LINE AT: www.ghpgroupinc.com
GHP Group, Inc.
6440 W Howard St
Niles, IL 60714-3302
Tel: (877) 447-4768
www.ghpgroupinc.com
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