Mr. Heater, Inc.| Kerosene Forced Air Heater
Operating Instructions and Owner’s Manual
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Problem:
Flame extends beyond the end of the heater.
Adjustment:
Pump pressure is too high.
Turn adjustment screw counter clockwise to
decrease pump pressure.
DAILY SCHEDULE
1. GENERAL. Make general visual inspection of heater for loose
or damaged parts. Check nuts and bolts to insure against
looseness caused by vibration or rough handling. Damaged
parts should be repaired or replaced before using heater
again. Check heater operation to be sure it is operating
normally (See “Servicing” section for description of normal
operation).
2. FILTERS. Dirty air or fuel filters will cause an imbalance in
the air-fuel mixture. The best indication that this condition
exists is an increase in odors or difficulty getting your heater
to ignite. This heater should never be operated without the
filters in place. If required, clean filters as described under
“500 Hours” and “Annual Schedules”.
500 HOUR SCHEDULE
1. AIR INTAKE FILTER. Remove and wash the filter element
with a mild detergent, dry thoroughly and replace. Do not
oil the filter element. If your heater is used where there
is considerable dust or dirt, clean as often as necessary
(approximately every 50 hrs.).
2. REMOVE DUST. Clean heater twice a season (more often
under dusty conditions). Remove accumulated dust from the
transformer, burner, motor and fan blades with compressed
air. Wipe area clean with a clean dry cloth. Inspect area to
insure all foreign materials are removed, especially around
the burner and combustion area.
3. CAD CELL. Clean the glass portion of the cad cell with a soft
dry cloth.
4. NOZZLE. Accumulation of dirt from fuel and carbon from
the compressor vanes will eventually fill up the passages
in the nozzle, resulting in reduction of fuel and air flow.
Pressure will gradually increase giving improper fuel-air
mixture and excess odor and smoke. If this occurs, replace
the fuel nozzle.
5. FUEL TANK. Clean twice a season (during frequently used
periods, clean twice a month). Drain and flush the fuel tank
with clean fuel oil.
ANNUAL SCHEDULE
1. AIR OUTPUT FILTER. Remove the air output filter and tap
the contaminated side gently on a solid object to remove
contaminates. Compressed air or liquids should not be used
to clean this filter. Reinstall cleaned filter in filter body in the
same position as it was when removed. If the filter appears
extremely dirty, replace it with a new filter of the same
type. When replacing the filter cover, be sure the gasket is
firmly in place and the screws in the filter cover are tight to
prevent air leaks.
2. FUEL FILTER. Remove the fuel filter from fuel line and direct
compressed air through the filter in the opposite direction
of fuel flow. Safety glasses should be worn when using
compressed air.
3. AIR AND FUEL LINES. If the air or fuel lines are removed
during cleaning, be sure all connections are tight before
operating unit.
STORAGE
Store the heater in a dry location free from fumes or dust.
At the end of each heating season, clean the heater as described
in the MAINTENANCE section. Drain and flush the fuel tank with
clean fuel. The manufacturer recommends completely filling the
tank with fuel for extended storage to minimize condensation
inside the tank.
It is recommended to only store kerosene in containers that are
marked “KEROSENE”.
SERVICING
A hazardous condition may result if a heater is used that has been
modified or is not functioning properly.
When the heater is working normally:
*
The flame is contained within the heater.
* The flame is essentially yellow.
*
There is no strong disagreeable odor, eye burning or other
physical discomfort.
*
There is no smoke or soot internal or external to the heater.
*
There are no unplanned or unexplained shut downs of the
heater.
