Will this heater burn red kerosene or does it have to use K1?
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This heater is recommended for use with No.1-K kerosene fuel. Factory tested for use with No.2-K kerosene, No.1 or No.2 Diesel, No.1 or No.2 fuel oil or JP8 Jet A fuel and these fuels may be used as well.
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I use diesel in mine with no issues, second season of use. Just followed cleaning instructions after first season.
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Lisa ,,, It will take any small standard propane tank. You can also connect a large 20 Gallon tank to it with a hose. I have had mine for a year now and it is working just fine with just basic cleaning now and then. I cook steaks burgers hot dog just fine and have made pan cakes and cooked eggs and bacon on it. No problem starting it with built in starter. Just turn on the gas wait a few seconds and hit the ignition button and it will ignite. you may have to hit the ignition button two or three times at times but that is not a prob. for me.
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It will not work with propane. Model KWP324 is the propane version of this heater. No venting is needed
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Sorry for the dely in responding. No, I would not use any natural gas, propane, kerosene or other open flame type heater in a tent. The open flames burn up the oxygen in the air and emit carbon monoxide which is deadly in a closed space.
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You can remove the tank but the heater has a safety that will shut the heater off. That's one drawback with the Heatmate. A better choice is the KeroWorld KW-12. It has same Btu output as the Heatmate. The KW-12 holds little over a gallon and lasts 14-16 hours per tank.
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No. You have to purchase it separately. I bought one and it works great! Here's the link:Mr. Heater Thermostat for Portable Kerosene Forced Air Heaters #F261210
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No problem lighting heater. Hold button down for about 10 seconds, release and depress button again. Residual gas from first press should help firing it right up.
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Kerosene is not cheap. It is more expensive than diesel fuel, which is a lot more than gas. It also can be hard to find depending on where you live. If it was me I'd just go with an electric oil filled radiator for the safety and convenience factor... the operating cost will be similar. No fuel to worry about (and carry around, and refill, and spill), no flames to worry about, no CO to worry about. Really the only advantage of a kerosene heater is if you don't have any power to run an electric. And in that case I'd prefer a propane heater to kerosene anyway.
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I have used wick type kerosene heaters for auxiliary inexpensive heat indoors. They are reasonably effective, but require some operator maintenance. Most are made in Korea, Japan, or China. Kerosene is a bit more expensive recently, but USD5.00 per gallon is still available. Even with so called "odorless" kerosene, there is a moderately strong lingering combustion odor. I am not aware of any safety problems but prudence says only operate with some fresh air available such as a "cracked" window. There also may still exist free standing kerosene stoves that are much more powerful but have not seen in USA for awhile. Buena suerte! I have used wick type kerosene heaters for auxiliary inexpensive heat indoors. They are reasonably effective, but require some operator maintenance. Most are made in Korea, Japan, or China. Kerosene is a bit more expensive recently, but USD5.00 per gallon is still available. Even with so called "odorless" kerosene, there is a moderately strong lingering combustion odor. I am not aware of any safety problems but prudence says only operate with some fresh air available such as a "cracked" window. There also may still exist free standing kerosene stoves that are much more... » Read More I have used wick type kerosene heaters for auxiliary inexpensive heat indoors. They are reasonably effective, but require some operator maintenance. Most are made in Korea, Japan, or China. Kerosene is a bit more expensive recently, but USD5.00 per gallon is still available. Even with so called "odorless" kerosene, there is a moderately strong lingering combustion odor. I am not aware of any safety problems but prudence says only operate with some fresh air available such as a "cracked" window. There also may still exist free standing kerosene stoves that are much more powerful but have not seen in USA for awhile. Buena suerte! « Show Less
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Milesstair.com sells everything for this and all other kerosene heaters, he ships fast. Hope this helps you out.
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Bonnie I don't know what happened to my first response. So I'll answer again. I use the 23,000 btu radiant heater and I love it. I have a 70ft double wide and its very open. I am researching a smaller unit like this one to save on kero. I am learning this as I read the reviews. Do a google search for utube kero heaters and you will learn how they work, how to clean and maintain these heaters. I love the one I have and wish to have purchased sooner. If you are concerned about changing the wick...your local hardware store is probably available to replace your wick. The clean burn u should be able to do. Anyway, hopes this help. You will definately save on propane gas. Actually, I only use my furnace to take the chill off and for cooking. I close off my bedroom using a Delonghi elect radiator and I am searching this heater reviews to use it instead. I buy kero K-1 from home depot instead of a gas station as it may contain water or other contaminants...this is my choice. So go it girl and happy heatinlg. Aneesah
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NO...as long as there is fuel in tank and resevoir, the wick will burn and produce heat at the setting you have made.
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You need oxygen and a gas that will burn. I use propane.you can buy both at most hardware stores.
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First, all the kerosene heaters marked "110" or "HMN 110" are basically the same, just sold by different companies; so, they take the same wick. There is a web site that is devoted to all sorts of kerosene devices, heaters, stoves, lamps, etc. The guy who runs it is extremely knowledgable and can answer questions. There is a difference in the quality of wicks. You should get a CUI wick made in England by Hattersley, as they are the best quality. They cost around $11. The wick you want is listed as "1X". FOR WICKS: http://www.milesstair.com/by_make/HEAT_MATE_Kerosene_Heaters.html, HOME PAGE: http://www.milesstair.com/kero_heaters.html
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I copied this answer from my owners booklet - 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 diesel/fuel oil 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
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There is no need to use a lighter. The ring is NOT meant to ignite the heater!This heater ignites when you turn the temp / gas valve ALL THE WAY open. It will click then.Ignore the ring on the side of the heater. I have never used it at all! (I believe it is some kind of primer, but it is entirely unneccecery. Turn the heat knob all the way up and keep clicking that until it lights. If you wait about half a second while it is on high before clikcing the igniter (by turning it farther) it should light instantly. Don't leave it on without igniting it of course, it will puff and flame up when it does ignite if you do. There is no need to use a lighter. The ring is NOT meant to ignite the heater!This heater ignites when you turn the temp / gas valve ALL THE WAY open. It will click then.Ignore the ring on the side of the heater. I have never used it at all! (I believe it is some kind of primer, but it is entirely unneccecery. Turn the heat knob all the way up and keep clicking that until it lights. If you wait about half a second while it is on high before clikcing the igniter (by turning it farther) it should light instantly. Don't leave it on without igniting it of course, it will puff and... » Read More There is no need to use a lighter. The ring is NOT meant to ignite the heater!This heater ignites when you turn the temp / gas valve ALL THE WAY open. It will click then.Ignore the ring on the side of the heater. I have never used it at all! (I believe it is some kind of primer, but it is entirely unneccecery. Turn the heat knob all the way up and keep clicking that until it lights. If you wait about half a second while it is on high before clikcing the igniter (by turning it farther) it should light instantly. Don't leave it on without igniting it of course, it will puff and flame up when it does ignite if you do. « Show Less
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yes it will. a 15 k will draw about 16 amps.this unit puts out about 30 amps