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HK070F
HK125FW
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  • Page 1 KEROSENE FORCED AIR HEATER operation manual HK070F HK125FW HK175FW HK215FW...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Safety 6    Safety Rules 7    Safety Warnings 10   Unpacking Features 11    Features of Model HK070F 11    Features of Models HK125FW/HK175FW Assembly 12  Hardware Components 12  Frame Components for Models HK125FW/ HK175FW/HK215FW 13  Attaching Handle for Model HK070F 13  Assembly Cord Wrap 13  Assembly Frame and Wheels Models  HK125FW/HK175FW/HK215FW 14  Assembly Cord Wrap Operation 15  Kerosene (1-K) 15  Theory of Operation 16  Fueling the Heater 17  Ventilation 17  Starting the Heater 18  Stopping the Heater 18 ...
  • Page 3 Exploded View 28  Exploded View Parts List 29  HK070F 31  HK125FW 33  HK175FW 35  HK215FW Parts List 37  Model HK070F 37  Model HK125FW/HK175FW/HK215FW Warranty 38  Limited Warranty...
  • Page 4 introduction Attention: Read through the complete manual prior to the initial use of your Compressor Using the Operator’s manual The operating manual is an important part of your Heater and should  be read thoroughly before initial use, and referred to often to make sure  adequate safety and service concerns are being addressed. Reading the owner’s manual thoroughly will help avoid any personal injury  or damage to your heater. By knowing how best to operate this machine  you will be better positioned to show others who may also operate the  unit. You can refer back to the manual at any time to help troubleshoot any  specific operating functions, so store it with the machine at all times.
  • Page 5: Product Identification

    product identification Record Identification Numbers Heater If you need to contact an Authorized Dealer or Customer Service line (1- 866-770-1711) for information on servicing, always provide the  product model and identification numbers. You will need to locate the model and serial number for the heater and  record the information in the places provided below.  Date of Purchase: Dealer Name: Dealer Phone: Product Identification Numbers Model Number: Serial Number:...
  • Page 6: Safety

    safety Save these Instructions SAFETy RULES This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. The safety alert symbol (      ) is used with a signal word (DANGER,  CAUTION, WARNING), a pictorial and/or a safety message to alert  you to hazards.  DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death ...
  • Page 7 safety WARNING • FIRE, BURN, INHALATION, AND EXPLOSION HAZARD. KEEP  SOLID COMBUSTIBLES, SUCH AS BUILDING MATERIALS,  PAPER OR CARDBOARD, A SAFE DISTANCE AWAY FROM THE  HEATER AS RECOMMENDED BY THESE INSTRUCTIONS. NEVER  USE THE HEATER IN SPACES WHICH DO OR MAY CONTAIN  VOLATILE OR AIRBORNE COMBUSTIBLES, OR PRODUCTS  SUCH AS GASOLINE, SOLVENTS, PAINT THINNERS, DUST  PARTICLES OR UNKNOWN CHEMICALS. WARNING • NOT FOR HOME OR RECREATIONAL USE. WARNING •  Do not operate this heater until you have read, and thoroughly  understand these safety and operating instructions. WARNING •  This heater is NOT suitable for use with Bio-Diesel; use of Bio-Diesel  will damage he filter and seals. Any damage caused by using Bio- Diesel will not be covered by warranty WARNING Risk of indoor air pollution •  Use this heater only in well ventilated areas! Provide at least a three  square foot (2,800 sq cm) opening of outside air for every 100,000  BTU/hr of heater rating. •  People with breathing problems should consult a physician before  using the heater. •  Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early signs of carbon monoxide  poisoning resemble flu-like symptoms such as headaches, dizziness,  and/or nausea. If you have these symptoms, your heater may not be  working properly. Simply locate fan in safe, desired position on level  ground, and connect to approved power source. •  Get fresh air at once! Have the heater serviced. Some people are  more affected by carbon monoxide than others. These include  pregnant women, those with heart or lung problems, anemia, or those  under the influence of alcohol, or at high altitudes.
  • Page 8 safety DANGER Carbon Monoxide poisoning may lead to death! •  Humans can tolerate small amounts of carbon monoxide, and  precautions should be taken to provide proper ventilation. Failure to  provide proper ventilation according to this manual can result in death.  Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu. Symptoms  of improper ventilation are: * headache * dizziness * burning of the nose and eyes * nausea * dry mouth * sore throat •  For optimal performance of this heater, it is strongly suggested that  1-K kerosene be used. 1-K kerosene has been refined to virtually  eliminate contaminants, such as sulfur, which can cause a rotten  egg odor during the operation of the heater. However, #1 or #2 fuel  oil (diesel fuel) may also be used if 1-K kerosene is not available.  Be advised that these fuels do not burn as clean as 1-K kerosene,  and care should be taken to provide more fresh air ventilation to  accommodate any added contaminants that may be added to the  heated space. Use of #1 or #2 fuel oil may result in more periodic  maintenance. WARNING Risk of Electric Shock! • ...
  • Page 9 safety WARNING Risk of Burns/Fire/Explosion! •  NEVER use fuels such as gasoline, benzene, paint thinners, or other  oil compounds in this heater (RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION). •  NEVER refill the heater’s fuel tank while heater is operating or still hot.  This heater is EXTREMELY HOT while in operation. •  Keep all combustible materials away from this heater. •  NEVER block air inlet (rear) or air outlet (front) of heater. •  NEVER use duct work in front or at rear of heater. •  NEVER move or handle heater while still hot. •  NEVER transport heater with fuel in its tank. •  If equipped with a thermostat, the heater may start at any time. •  ALWAYS locate heater on a stable and level surface. •  ALWAYS keep children and animals away from heater. •  Bulk fuel storage should be a minimum of 25 ft. from heaters, torches, portable generators, or other sources of ignition. All  fuel storage should be in accordance with federal, state, or local  authorities having jurisdiction. •  Never use this heater in living or sleeping areas. •  NEVER use this heater where flammable vapors may be present. Minimum clearance from Combustibles:    70k   125k  ...
  • Page 10 safety UnpACkIng Remove the heater and all of the packaging materials from the  shipping carton. NOTE: Save the box and packaging materials for  future storage. Check the chart below to be sure that you have all  of the parts required to assembly your heater. If you find that any  parts are missing, call BE Pressure Supply at 1-800-663-8331 for  assistance in receiving the missing components.
  • Page 11: Unpacking

    Features Features FEATURES OF MODEL HK070F NEVER LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURN ING OR WHILE CONNECTED TO A POWER SOURCE...
  • Page 12: Assembly

    Assembly HARDWARE COMPONENTS HK070F HK125FW HK175FW HK215FW Wheel support frame NEVER LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURN- ING OR WHILE CONNECTED Wheel (2 pieces) TO A POWER SOURCE NEVER LEAVE HEATER Front and Rear Handle UNATTENDED WHILE BURN- Assembly ING OR WHILE CONNECTED TO A POWER SOURCE...
  • Page 13: Attaching Handle For Model Hk070F

    Assembly (Continued) ASSEMBLING CORDWRA MODELS PT-45/70T-KFA ONLY - Tools required: Medium phillips screw driver. ATTACHING HANDLE FOR MODEL HK070F 1. Align holes in cordwrap wit handle. Insert screws (B) th ASSEMBLING HANDLE tighten (see Figure 7.). Tools required: Medium phillips screw driver. 1.Align the holes in the upper housing with the 2 holes in the 1. Align the holes in the upper housing with the 2 holes in the handle.
  • Page 14: Assembly Cord Wrap

    NEVER LEAVE HEATER assembly UNATTENDED WHILE BURN- ING OR WHILE CONNECTED TO A POWER SOURCE Assembly (Continued) ASSEMBLy CORD WRAP ONLY ASSEMBLING CORDWRAP crew driver. 1. Align holes in cordwrap with corresponding holes in rear 1. Align holes in cord wrap with corresponding holes in rear handle. In- handle. Insert screws (B) through holes, attach nuts and sert screws (B) through holes, attach nuts and tighten (see Figure 7).
  • Page 15: Operation

    operation Operation KEROSENE (1-K) For optimal performance of this heater, it is strongly suggested that 1-K  kerosene be used. 1-K kerosene has been refined to virtually eliminate  contaminants, such as sulfur, which can cause a rotten egg odor  during the operation of the heater. However, #1 or #2 fuel oil (diesel  fuel) may also be used if 1-K kerosene is not available. Be advised that  these fuels do not burn as clean as 1-K kerosene, and care should be  taken to provide more fresh air ventilation to accommodate any added  contaminants that may be added to the heated space. Using diesel fuel  can cause excess soot production. DO NOT use any fuel that is not  approved above. NOTICE Kerosene should only be stored in a blue container that is clearly  marked “kerosene”. Never store kerosene in a red container. Red is as- sociated with gasoline. •  NEVER store kerosene in the living space. Kerosene should be stored  in a well ventilated area outside the living area. •  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 A FIRE OR  EXPLOSION). •  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. •  Use 1-K kerosene in this heater. #1 fuel is a suitable substitute. THEORy OF OPERATION Fuel System: This heater is equipped with an air pump that operates off  of the electric motor. The pump forces air through the air line connected  to the fuel tank, drawing fuel to the nozzle in the burner head. Air also ...
  • Page 16: Fueling The Heater

    operation Air System: A fan is turned by the heavy duty motor, which forces air  around and into the combustion chamber, where it is super-heated and  forced out the front of the chamber. Temperature Limit Control: This heater is equipped with a Temperature  Limit Control designed to turn the heater off should the internal tempera- ture rise to an unsafe level. If this device activates and turns your heater  off, it may require service. Once the temperature falls below the reset  temperature, you will be able to start your heater. NEVER LEAVE HEATER Electrical System protection: The heaters’ electrical system is protected  UNATTENDED WHILE BURN- by a circuit breaker that protects the system components from damage. If  ING OR WHILE CONNECTED the heater fails, check the fuse first, and replace if necessary. TO A POWER SOURCE Flame Sensor: The heater uses a photocell to “see” the flame in the  Operation combustion chamber. Should the flame extinguish, the sensor will stop  electrical current and the heater will shut off. ggested ined to can cause a wever, #1 or ne is not...
  • Page 17: Ventilation

    operation WARNING • Never refuel this heater while it is hot or operating. Fire or explosion  could result. VENTILATION Risk of indoor air pollution. Use heater only in well ventilated areas. Always provide a fresh air opening in the heated space of at least three  square feet (2,800 sq. cm) for each 100,000 BTU/hr. of heater output.  Provide a larger opening if more heaters are being used.  STARING THE HEATER 1. Fill the tank with kerosene until fuel gauge points to “F”. 2. Be sure fuel cap is secure. 3. Plug power cord into three prong, grounded extension cord and plug  extension cord into three prong 120V grounded outlet. The extension  cord should be at least six feet long. Extension cord wire size requirements are as follows: •  6 to 10 feet (1.8 to 3 meters), use 18 AWG wire. •  11 to 100 feet (3.4 to 30.4 meters), use 16 AWG wire. •  101 to 200 feet (30.8 to 61 meters), use 14 AWG wire. 4. Turn thermostat control knob to desired temperature setting  (70/125/175 only). The setting range is from 40° F to 110° F. Push  the Power switch to the “ON” position (See figure 9). The power indi- cator lamp and room temperature display (125/175 only) will light and  the heater will start. NOTICE The room temperature display (125/175 only) will indicate the following.
  • Page 18: Stopping The Heater

    Room Temp. Lamp 2. To remove Display(Except downward (except HK070F) PT-70T-KFA) Figure 11). Power Switch Power Switch Thermostat Control Knob Models PT-70T / 125T / 175T / 215T-KFA Model PT-45-KFA...
  • Page 19: Long Term Storage

    (See figure 9). PT-45 / 70T-KFA) 175/215 only) will rature display Storage Drawer (except will start. y says “LO”. (except HK070F) PT-45 / 70T-KFA) 75/215 only) will says “HI”. Electric Outlet (120v 5amp max al temperature. non fused) says “LO”.
  • Page 20 NEVER LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURN- operation ING OR WHILE CONNECTED TO A POWER SOURCE Operation (Continued) se and swirl the Drain Plug ty the tank fully. nto the drain hole and Fuel Tank to the head hole (See Seal Head sene over the summer.
  • Page 21: Maintenance

    UNATTENDED WHILE BURN- Drain Plug he tank fully. ING OR WHILE CONNECTED he drain hole and TO A POWER SOURCE Fuel Tank he head hole (See Operation (Continued) maintenance Seal Head e over the summer. and swirl the Drain Plug Head Flange the tank fully.
  • Page 22: Nozzles

    maintenance Maintenance (Continued) nOZZLES: NOZZLES: SPARK PLUG: Nozzles should be cleaned or replaced at least once per heating season.  Nozzles should be cleaned or replaced at least once per heating Clean and re-gap ev Contaminated fuel could make this necessary immediately. To clean dirt  season. Contaminated fuel could make this necessary needed.After removi from nozzle, blow compressed air through nozzle front. It may be neces- wire brush. Re-gap t immediately sary to soak nozzle in clean 1-K kerosene to help loosen any particles. To clean dirt from nozzle, blow compressed air through nozzle front.
  • Page 23 NEVER LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURN- maintenance ING OR WHILE CONNECTED TO A POWER SOURCE NEVER LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURN- Maintenance (Continued) ING OR WHILE CONNECTED TO A POWER SOURCE SPARK PLUG: enance (Continued) SpARk pLUg: st once per heating Clean and re-gap every 600 hours of operation, or replace as Clean and re-gap every 600 hours of operation, or replace as needed. ...
  • Page 24: Fuel Filter

    1-K kerosene. Contaminated fuel NOTICE could make this necessary immediately (See Figure 19). To remove the filter from model HK070F, turn filter 90° clockwise. To  NOTE: To remove the filter from models PT-45 / 70T-KFA, turn remove the filter from models HK125FW/HK175FW/HK215FW, turn  filter 90 ° clockwise. To remove the filter from models PT-125T / Adjustin 175T / 215T-KFA, turn filter 90 °...
  • Page 25: Pump Pressure Adjustment

    While heater is operating, turn relief valve clockwise to increase,  screwdriver to turn valve. Correct pump pressure is as follows: counterclockwise to decrease (see Figure 20). Use flat blade screwdriver  Model # Pump Pressure to turn valve. Correct pump pressure is as follows: PT-45-KFA 3.0 PSI Model # Pump Pressure PT-70T-KFA 4.0 PSI HK070F 4.0 PSI PT-125T-KFA 5.0 PSI Board HK125FW 5.0 PSI PT-175T-KFA 7.5 PSI PT-215T-KFA 9.0 PSI HK175FW 7.5 PSI...
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    troubleshooting Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Possible Case Solution Heater fires, but Main  1. Incorrect pump pressure. 1. Adjust Pump Pressure (P.11) PCB shuts heater off  2. Dirty Input, Output or Lint  2. Clean/replace Air Filter (P.9) after a short period of  Filter. 3. Clean/replace Fuel Filter  time. Lamp is flickering,  3. Dirty Fuel Filter. (P.11) and LED display shows  4. Nozzle is Dirty. 4. Clean/replace Nozzle (P.10) “E1”. 5. Photocell lens is Dirty 5. Clean/replace Photocell (P.  6. Photocell not installed  properly. 6. Adjust Photocell position  7. Photocell Defective (P.10) 8. Improper electrical  7. Replace Photocell (P.10) connection between  8. Check wiring connections  Main PCB and Photocell. (See Wiring Diagrams, P.14) Heater will not operate,  1. No kerosene in fuel tank. 1. Fill tank with fresh kerosene or motor runs for short ...
  • Page 27 troubleshooting Problem Possible Case Solution Poor Combustion  1. Dirty Input, Output or Lint  1. Clean/replace Air Filter (P.9) and / or excess soot  Filter. 2. Clean/replace Fuel Filter  production. 2. Dirty Fuel Filter. (P.10) 3. Poor quality of fuel. 3. Be sure fuel is not  4. PSI is too high or too  contaminated or old low. 4. Use proper pressure (P.11) Heater does not turn on  1. Temperature limit sensor  1. Push Power Switch to “OFF”  and the lamp is not lit. has overheated. and allow heater to cool for  2. No electrical power. 10 minutes. Push Power  3. Fuse Blown. Switch to back to “ON” 4. Improper electrical  2. Check power cord and  connection between  extension cord to insure  Temperature Limit Sensor  of proper connection. Test  and Circuit Board. power supply. 3. Check/replace Fuse. 4. Inspect all electrical  connections. Wiring ...
  • Page 28: Exploded View

    exploded view NEVER LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURN- ING OR WHILE CONNECTED TO A POWER SOURCE Exploded View Exploded View (125/175/215 only) (70 only) (125/175/215 only) (125/175/215 only) (125/175/215  only) (125/175/215  only) 58 (125/175/215  (125/175/ only) 60 215 only) (125/175/215  only) (125/175/215 only) Figure 21: Exploded View for Models PT-45 / 70T / 125T / 175T / 215T-KFA ©...
  • Page 29: Parts List

    Parts List HK070F Item # Description HK070F 1  Fuel Tank Assembly 70-002-0100 2  Drain Plug –  3  Fuel Gauge Assembly 70-007-0115  4  Fuel Filter Assembly  70-003-0100  5  Fuel Cap  70-006-0100  Power Cord  70-034-0100  7  Power Switch  70-038-0100  8  Window Display –  9  Thermostat Control Knob 70-031-0100  10  Lower Shell –  11  Air Line 70-035-0200 ...
  • Page 30 Item # Description HK070F 39  Capacitor  70-020-0125  40  Fan Assembly  70-024-0200  Ignitor  70-037-0300  42  Right Side Cover  70-008-0200  43  Left Side Cover  70-009-0100  Fan Guard  70-016-0700  Main PCB Assembly  70-027-0200  46  Fuse  70-027-0101  47  Clip Nut  70-001-0105  48  Upper Shell  – 49  Storage Box  –  50  Bushing Grommet  70-017-0100  51 ...
  • Page 31: Hk125Fw

    parts list HK125FW Item # Description HK125FW 1  Fuel Tank Assembly 70-002-0200  2  Drain Plug 70-002-0105  3  Fuel Gauge Assembly 70-007-0210  4  Fuel Filter Assembly  70-003-0200  5  Fuel Cap  70-006-0100  Power Cord  70-034-0200  7  Power Switch  70-038-0100  8  Window Display 70-040-0100  9  Thermostat Control Knob 70-031-0100  10  Lower Shell –  11  Air Line 70-035-0300  12  Thermostat Limit Control ...
  • Page 32 parts list Item # Description HK125FW Ignitor  70-037-0300  42  Right Side Cover  70-008-0300 43  Left Side Cover  70-009-0200  Fan Guard  70-016-0200  Main PCB Assembly  70-027-0300  46  Fuse  70-027-0101  47  Clip Nut  70-001-0105  48  Upper Shell   – 49  Storage Box  70-053-0100  50  Bushing Grommet  70-017-0100  51  Socket Cover  70-030-0100  52  Air Pressure Gauge  70-025-0100  53  Cord Bushing ...
  • Page 33: Hk175Fw

    parts list HK175FW Item # Description HK175FW 1  Fuel Tank Assembly 70-002-0300  2  Drain Plug 70-002-0105  3  Fuel Gauge Assembly 70-007-0210  4  Fuel Filter Assembly  70-003-0200  5  Fuel Cap  70-006-0100  Power Cord  70-034-0200  7  Power Switch  70-038-0100  8  Window Display 70-040-0100  9  Thermostat Control Knob 70-031-0100  10  Lower Shell –  11  Air Line 70-035-0400  12  Thermostat Limit Control ...
  • Page 34 parts list Item # Description HK175FW Ignitor  70-037-0300  42  Right Side Cover  70-008-0400  43  Left Side Cover  70-009-0300  Fan Guard  70-016-0200  Main PCB Assembly  70-027-0300  46  Fuse  70-027-0101  47  Clip Nut  70-001-0105  48  Upper Shell   – 49  Storage Box  70-053-0100  50  Bushing Grommet  70-017-0100  51  Socket Cover  70-030-0100  52  Air Pressure Gauge  70-025-0100  53  Cord Bushing ...
  • Page 35: Hk215Fw

    parts list HK215FW Item # Description HK215FW 1  Fuel Tank Assembly 70-002-0300 2  Drain Plug 70-002-0105 3  Fuel Gauge Assembly 70-007-0215 4  Fuel Filter Assembly  70-003-0200 5  Fuel Cap  70-006-0100 Power Cord  70-034-0200 7  Power Switch  70-038-0100 8  Window Display 70-040-0100 9  Thermostat Control Knob 70-031-0100 10  Lower Shell – 11  Air Line 70-035-0500 12  Thermostat Limit Control ...
  • Page 36 parts list Item # Description HK215FW Ignitor  70-037-0300 42  Right Side Cover  70-008-0450 43  Left Side Cover  70-009-0300 Fan Guard  70-016-0220 Main PCB Assembly  70-027-0300 46  Fuse  70-027-0101 47  Clip Nut  70-001-0105 48  Upper Shell   – 49  Storage Box  70-053-0100 50  Bushing Grommet  70-017-0100 51  Socket Cover  70-030-0100 52  Air Pressure Gauge  70-025-0100 53  Cord Bushing ...
  • Page 37: Model Hk070F

    UNATTENDED WHILE BURN- ING OR WHILE CONNECTED wiring diagrams TO A POWER SOURCE Wiring Diagrams Wiring Diagrams Wiring Diagrams MODEL HK070F Figure 23: Model PT-70T-KFA Figure 22: Model PT-45-KFA Figure MODEL HK125FW/HK175FW/HK215FW / 215T- Figure 23: Model PT-125T / 175T / 215T-...
  • Page 38: Warranty

    warranty LIMITED WARRANTY X-Stream warrants this heater to the original retail purchaser only, to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of initial purchase. This product must be properly installed, maintained and operated in accordance with the instructions provided.
  • Page 39 warranty X-Stream assumes no responsibility for any defects caused by third parties. This Limited Warranty gives the purchaser specific legal rights; a purchaser may have other rights depending upon where he or she lives. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special, incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long a warranty lasts, so the above exclusion and limitations may not apply to you.
  • Page 40 If you need assistance with the assembly or operation of this Heater please call 1-866-770-1711...

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