Yellow Heat Operation Manual
Copyright 2/21
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Homestead Inc.
metal. Never touch the Babington Ball surface with emery cloth. Return cleaned Igniters
to the Ignition Drawer. The gap between electrode points should be set to approximately
3/8” for proper operation. Reinstall Ignition Drawer. This process may take less than 5
minutes to complete.
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Compressed Air Stream:
The compressor regulator has a visible water separator and
air filter. Review periodically to assure clean air is delivered to the Babington Ball. Clean
as required. Pressure from pump may be set between 10 psi minimum to 100 psi
maximum. Check pressure hose for leaks and tighten fittings as required. The ideal
pressure should be between 20 and 30 pounds per square inch.
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Fuel Storage System:
The Fuel Storage System allows fuel to be added without the need
for any preprocessing. The
40-mesh Straining Funnel
should always be used to remove
the largest particles. This item needs cleaning whenever the fluid slows while passing
through. A cleaning spatula is included with each Yellow heat burner sold.
If water or watery sludge is added to the system, the drum bottom drain should be
operated occasionally to remove any accumulation.
Note that if any fuel storage system other than the one developed by Homestead Inc. is
used, operating characteristics of the Yellow Heat Burner may change significantly.
View inside drum with a flashlight from time to time. The Yellow Heat Burner does not
handle scum layers well. Any accumulation should be removed.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
START-UP STEPS DETAILS
Check for Spark
If spark is absent, clean electrodes with included stainless steel brush. Gap
between electrodes should be 5/16” or less.
Check for Fuel
Adjust Flame Control out an increment. You should be able to see a fine
mist of fuel in the Electrode Port. See caution above as this mist is
potentially explosive!
Operating pressure on the pump should be between 30 and 40 psi.
If No Fuel Mist
Check fuel level in Storage Drum. It should be at least ½ full.
Check fuel strainer screen and clean as necessary.
Compressed air being delivered?
If No Spark
Check electrodes for fouling. Clean as necessary.
Replace cracked insulators on electrodes.
