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P ORTA BLE KE R OSE NE -HEATE R “OWNER’S MANUAL” DuraHeat ® MODEL: DH 1051 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...
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! CAUTIONS - SAFETY GUIDE - RESULT IN CONDITIONS WHICH CAN PRODUCE WARNING!! RISK OF EXPLOSION / RISK OF FIRE BODILY INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. use any fuel other than 1-K kerosene. ! NEVER use fuel such as gasoline, benzene, paint NOTE: The WARNING and IMPORTANT instructions ! NEVER...
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NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! WARNINGS IMPORTANT : READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO OPERATING THIS HEATER. WARNING FAILURE TO INSTALL, MAINTAIN, AND/OR OPERATE THIS KEROSENE HEATER IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN CONDITIONS WHICH CAN PRODUCE SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
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NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! 5. NEVER store or transport kerosene in other than a metal or plastic container that is (1) acceptable for kerosene, (2) BLUE in color, and (3) clearly marked "Kerosene". NEVER store kerosene in the living space; kerosene should be stored in a well-ventilated place outside the living area.
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NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! ASPHYXIATION AND CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING WARNING. Unvented heaters consume oxygen and produce carbon monoxide. Asphyxiation may result from breathing high levels of carbon monoxide. Use only in well- ventilated areas, and adjust wick in accordance with instructions in the Owner’s Manual. Never operate heater at a wick-setting lower than the minimum wick-stop setting.
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NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING!
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NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! CONTENTS OF OWNER'S MANUAL ITEM PAGE ITEM PAGE CAUTIONS-SAFETY GUIDE CARBON REMOVAL / DRY BURNING INTRODUCTION WICK ASSEMBLY FEATURES WICK REPLACEMENT UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY EXTINGUISHING THE HEATER KEROSENE (1-K ONLY) AUTOMATIC SAFETY SHUT-OFF DEVICE FUELING YOUR HEATER LONG TERM STORAGE OF YOUR HEATER AUTOMATIC IGNITION SYSTEM...
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY CAUTION: "RISK OF BURNS" DO NOT OPERATE HEATER WITHOUT THE PROTECTIVE GUARD OR GRILLE. 1. REMOVE THE HEATER AND ALL PACKING MATERIALS FROM THE BOX. (Fig.2) NOTE : Save the shipping carton and packing materials for future storage.
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! B) INSTALLING BATTERIES (Fig 6) Battery holder is located on the back of the heater. Open the battery cover from the battery holder. Insert two “c” cell batteries according to the plus(+) and minus(-) markings inside of the holder.
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! FUELING YOUR HEATER 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.
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! AUTOMATIC IGNITION SYSTEM 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: Make sure the batteries have been installed.
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! WICK FlLAMENT IGNITER 1~2mm To replace the igniter plug (Fig. 16); Remove the batteries. Remove the 2 Guard Bracket by removing 4 Screws and lift off the Guard grill assembly. Remove burner chamber and push the ignition lever to raise the igniter plug.
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NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! 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. DO NOT TOUCH THE BURNER KNOB ONCE THE HEATER HAS REACHED NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE AND THE FLAME HAS STABILIZED.
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! WICK ASSEMBLY- 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 assemby from seating properly.
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NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! . Remove 4 wing nuts with flat . Lift the wick adjuster assembly . Hold the wick assembly up-side- blade screw driver. straight up and away from the down, using caution, grasp the heater.
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NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! . Snug 4 wing nuts on the . Raise the wick to the full “up” . Check height of wick. mounting stud, but do not position, and evenly tighten It should be 5/16” above collar tighten.
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! EXTINGUISHING THE HEATER 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 counter-clockwise direction in your hand.
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! 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.
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Heater Will Not Light ; 1. Fuel tank is empty 1. Fill tank with 1-K kerosene. 2. Water present in kerosene 2. Drain tank. Remove wick assembly & replace wick. Reinstall wick assembly.
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING! PARTS LIST EXPLODED PARTS DRAWING NOTE : SPECIFY MODEL NUMBER AND DRAWING PART DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER WHEN ORDERING PARTS. NUMBER NUMBER TANK ASS’Y 2111-0066-01 GASKET-TANK 3321-0035-00 FUEL-INDICATOR ASS'Y 2112-0017-00 FILL CAP ASS’Y 2121-0007-00 WICK CASE ASS’Y 2113-0028-00 SAFETY SHUT-OFF ASS’Y...
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