Aladdin MAXbrite Burner Operating and Safety Instructions – November 2016 4 |
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Brown or black areas of soot may appear on the mantle while burning. These are only temporary, but
indicate that the lamp is over-fired. Check for blackened areas on the mantle every 20 minutes or so while in use. If any
appear, or if flame is visible above mantle, or if lamp produces visible smoke or an acrid odor, immediately reduce the
flame by turning the knob counterclockwise. Sooty areas will quickly burn away and disappear.
If left in over-fired condition, flames may rise through the mantle and 6” or more past the top of the
chimney. Wick adjustment knob may become too hot to touch or difficult to turn. If this occurs, cover the top of the
chimney with a pie pan, or any flat non-combustible object, to douse lamp.
CAUTION: If the lamp has been over-fired, allow it to cool completely. Once cooled, carefully inspect the wick, mantle,
glass and metal components for heat damage before using. If damage is found, do not use the lamp until the parts are
replaced.
16. To extinguish the lamp in normal use, turn the knob counterclockwise until it stops. Cup your hand behind top of
chimney and gently blow across top of chimney. Repeat, if necessary. Turn the wick knob clockwise to make sure it is
completely extinguished. Then, turn the knob fully counter-clockwise to avoid fuel leakage while not in use.
CAUTION: Do not blow down into chimney, as this could break the delicate mantle.
Temperatures in excess of 1000°F (537°C) are produced at the top of the chimney. Never hold your hand
over the chimney, or allow your hair or face to pass over the chimney or touch the glass or burner body.
Wicks with a clean, smooth top edge mean a brighter lamp. Carbon accumulates on the wick surface over time and
results in a poor flame. To clean your wick:
a.
Remove gallery-mantle-chimney assembly by turning the top of the burner counter-clockwise.
b.
Turn wick knob counter-clockwise until it stops.
c.
Remove flame spreader and insert Aladdin® wick cleaner (plastic or brass) in the flame spreader hole.
d.
Turn wick up until top of wick slightly raises the wick cleaner.
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