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Dickinson Marine

#407-204 Cayer St Coquitlam

BC Canada V3K 5B1

www.dickinsonmarine.com

SINCE 1932

[email protected]

T: 800 659 9768

F: 604 525 6417

Antarctic Diesel

Heater

Operator’s Manual

This manual must be read and the requirements carried out

to ensure satisfactory performance.

DICKINSON RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO PRODUCTS

OR DOCUMENTS AT ANY TIME

QUALITY INSPECTED BY-

Doug & Don

DATE-

Jul 15/2008

Summary of Contents for Antarctic Diesel

Page 1: ...E 1932 info dickinsonmarine com T 800 659 9768 F 604 525 6417 Antarctic Diesel Heater Operator s Manual This manual must be read and the requirements carried out to ensure satisfactory performance DICKINSON RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO PRODUCTS OR DOCUMENTS AT ANY TIME QUALITY INSPECTED BY Doug Don DATE Jul 15 2008 ...

Page 2: ... pg 6 Operating tips pg 23 Fuel Supply pg 7 Flooding Burner pg 24 Fuel Pump Install pg 8 Water Coil Option pg 24 Fuel Overflow pg 9 Coil Install pg 25 Fuel Diagram pg 10 Burner Cleaning pg 26 Fuel Variations pg 11 Burner Replacement pg 26 Fuel Measurement Adjustment pg 12 Re Cementing pg 27 Valve Diagram pg 13 Lighting Instructions pg 28 Valve Rebuild pg 14 Trouble Shooting pg 29 Fuel Consumption ...

Page 3: ...ual shut off at the fuel tank as well as a manual shut off near the heater The fuel must be filtered to at least 10 microns and not exceed 4 PSI of pressure The fuel type stamped on the side of the oil metering valve is the same as the fuel in the tank D diesel SO stove oil or 1 diesel K kerosene A barometric damper installed and adjusted is a must for good draft and complete combustion Do not use...

Page 4: ... 3 Installation Diagram NOTE Not all installations will require a pump gravity tank elbows or coil options ...

Page 5: ...rdant insulation and covered with metal stainless steel aluminum etc Another alternative is using ceramic tiles Particular care must be taken to protect the surfaces close to the first section of flue pipe The install location should also take into account the length and configuration of the flue stack It is generally preferable that the flue stack be a long straight run If you have the option avo...

Page 6: ...installation the oil metering valve may have to be relocated to the side of the heater There are holes on the side to hold the repositioned valve bracket If you have any doubt regarding the need for a valve bracket please ask your dealer or email info dickinsonmarine com Mounting and Securing When mounting the heater holes have been provided in the feet to allow appropriate fasteners to secure The...

Page 7: ...rometric tee pipe with the front flap facing fore and aft In order for the barometric to work efficiently it must be installed between 12 and 24 from the heater exhaust collar If using a pipe guard turn the barometric tee to the back as it does not have to be seen to work To adjust the flap on the barometric back off the jam nut and turn the counterweight so the flap is standing closed The valve m...

Page 8: ... a rusting look This is caused by operating the heater too rich This will produce soot that will leave carbon deposits on the stainless steel giving the appearance of rust much like cleaning stainless steel with a steel SOS pad The stainless can be cleaned with a scotchbrite pad to remove the rusty looking surface Fuel Supply Fuel is supplied to the oil metering valve of the heater from a gravity ...

Page 9: ... a rubber backing as a washer to soften the sound of the pump and use appropriate screws to fasten If there is no fuel getting to the oil metering valve you may need the heavy duty pump 20 002 or call email Dickinson for retrofitting a stronger pressure spring in your pump and installing a pressure regulator 20 003 between the pump and the valve converting a 20 000 FRD 2 pump to a 20 002 FRD HD pu...

Page 10: ... the spring Replace the lid with the gasket on by lowering your finger on to the red O ring sleeve without the plunger falling out the plunger is about 2 long so you have room to lower your finger out of the way The red O ring sleeve will fit inside the pump tube and the black O ring will fit over the outside of the pump tube and will require twisting and pushing the lid straight back in This is a...

Page 11: ...ump hold down the knob of the pressure regulator to prime the fuel lines and take out the air then turn the dial to the lowest setting on the regulator and increase pressure 1 increment at a time until the pump is just delivering a small amount of fuel as the heater stove only requires a very small amount ...

Page 12: ...the oil metering valve is designed to allow the controlled escape of fuel from the heater in case of over pressurization If dirt debri or too much pressure gets into the needle and seat inside the valve the fuel will rise then overflow out of the valve and away from the heater It is common to get a few drips now and then from the movement in rough waters however fuel from the overflow indicates th...

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Page 14: ...ibrated for 2 diesel unless requested otherwise Burning diesel 1 stove oil will allow 25 more fuel and burning kerosene will allow 50 more fuel to flow through the oil metering valve Because of this it is important to burn the fuel for which the heater has been calibrated Metering valves are available for diesel D stamp on valve kerosene K stamp or stove oil SO By Studying the burning characterist...

Page 15: ...aspoon in 53 seconds 5 c c s per minute Beaufort 1 teaspoon in 45 seconds 6 c c s per minute Fuel Flow Adjustment Refer to the Oil Metering Valve diagram The height of the valve adjusting knob will determine the quantity of oil exiting from the valve outlet The height is determined by the length of the metering screw against the fuel ramp on the main casting of the valve Remove the anti vibration ...

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Page 17: ...sed For example a 4D may be used in place of a 3D NOTE Stove Oil diesel 1 has become a variable product over the years The viscosity and composition can vary from area to area Please keep this in mind if Stove Oil is your fuel of choice NOTE Bio Diesel Due to the higher vaporization temperatures of bio diesel and the variability in composition and viscosity the setting on the valve will constantly...

Page 18: ... the needle from the seat fitting Using a 5 16ths socket remove the seat fitting from the valve top casting however leave the copper washer in Remove the fuel inlet fitting only and remove the stainless screen behind the inlet fitting Clean the threaded aperture in the top casting to remove any dirt or buildup Perhaps use a pipe cleaner to clean the path from the inlet hole to the seat fitting ape...

Page 19: ...order to achieve the bottom of the float straight in both directions Replace the Top casting into the bottom casting so the metering stem slides in to the metering guide with oil inlet on the same side as the oil overflow Replace the 2 top screws snugly and move the control knob up and down while tightening the 2 screws Once tight the control knob should move up and down freely in any position Met...

Page 20: ...s original position flat on the top Once back in place the adjusting screw will not need re adjusting DO NOT ALLOW FLAMES TO BURN BELOW TOP RING DO NOT LEAVE YOUR HEATER BURNING UNATTENDED Burner Assembly Your diesel heater has been equipped with a 6 Airflow burner There are two components in the burner that must be correctly placed for the heater to operate properly The burner ring must be placed...

Page 21: ... A permanently open fresh air inlet should be installed This inlet must be at least 3 in diameter Ducting fresh air to the heater is most satisfactory It is important to create and maintain a positive pressure inside the boat High winds can draw air from the boat and thus create a negative pressure This condition can result in down drafts Ensure that when you do have widows open that they do not c...

Page 22: ...a good draft and operate correctly Draft Assist Fan During start up at higher settings or during windy conditions you may want to use the combustion assist fan on your heater to artificially boost the draft Your heater should operate without the use of the fan but it is convenient during start up and some heater installations are accomplished with only the minimum flue heights or with flue elbows ...

Page 23: ...uel pump at 4 psi to pump oil from the main tank we recommend mounting it at the same height as the oil level in the valve Check all fuel line connections for any leaks There is a 2 space around the heater stove and 6 away from any combustibles Insulate the wall or objects around the heater stove with at least insulation and a sheet of stainless steel on standoffs or insulation with ceramic tile I...

Page 24: ...ABOUT TO GO OUT TURN THE OIL METERING VALVE TO POSITION ONE AND WATCH THE FLAME RISE UP TO THE BURNER RING 10 IF THE FLAME GOES OUT FOR ANY REASON AT THIS STAGE TURN THE VALVE OFF AND WAIT 5 10 MINUTES TO COOL THE BURNER BEFORE TURNING VALVE BACK ON AND RE LIGHTING THE BURNER DANGER NEVER LIGHT A HEATED BURNER 11 WHEN THE HEATER AND FLUE PIPE ARE HOT 20 MINS THE COMBUSTION FAN MAY BE TURNED OFF OR...

Page 25: ...the flame should be lemon yellow perhaps with some blue Dirty orange colors or visible soot or smoke indicate an inefficient burn The fan should be turned on or up to add more air in this situation or the valve turned down The flames should also be entirely burning above the top burner ring Flame beneath the burner ring indicates an inefficient burn and will contribute to carbon build up The fan s...

Page 26: ...es start to turn yellow and are more vibrant If you turn the fan on too much air will burn off all the fuel and the flames will end up below the top burner ring After the heater is well heated and cabin temperature is reaching comfort the valve body and the fuel in it will start to warm and the heater will start to burn hotter An adjustment will have to be made to turn down the fuel to the lowest ...

Page 27: ...ut use of the combustion assist fan Poor draft and or ventilation If the flame has extinguished the oil metering will continue to deliver fuel to the burner causing it to accumulate fuel to a level of 5 8 Never relight this amount of fuel The suggested method is to sacrifice a toilet paper roll as a perfectly fitted sponge and then dispose the roll For this reason always monitor the heater closely...

Page 28: ...coils installed but at a later date follow these instructions 1 On the back of the outer heat shield are 2 obround holes Use a marker to outline the holes on the heater body 2 Remove the 4 nuts holding the outer shield and open the front door to manipulate the front and back shield off the heater 3 Remove the 3 screws on the top and pull it off the top of the heater 4 Drill pilot holes in the cent...

Page 29: ... the four rows of air intake holes on the sides of the burner to ensure that they are clear 5 Remove any loose carbon from the base of the burner 6 Remove the reamer and replace the burner ring and superheater Burner Replacement BURNER REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS 1 Remove the outer shield and the top of the heater as per coil install 2 Chip out the old cement then remove the fittings under the heater...

Page 30: ...s immediately on firing the heater These cracks will not affect the burning of the heater Re lining the combustion chamber will only become necessary if the cement becomes loose or detached Recementing The Firebox CEMENT REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS 1 Chip away all old cement from the heater Then mix the new insoline cement powder with water It is not too important to get the consistency exact but oat...

Page 31: ...e flame should go out at this stage do NOT relight for 10 minutes 8 The fuel will vaporize in 5 to 10 minutes and when the flames go down in the burner and start to go out Turn the valve ON to a low setting that will keep the flames burning above the burner ring 9 When the flue pipe is hot 15 minutes of burning the assist fan may be turned OFF or on a very low setting 10 Stay on low setting for 30...

Page 32: ...g the burner and needs more air to burn off the fuel on start up The valve may have been left on too long and too much fuel was in the burner before lighting or not turning the valve off during the preheating of the burner If the draft is extremely poor and smoke is coming out of the heater into the cabin For all these reasons the fan will add the air to burn off the fuel Cannot get the flames to ...

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Page 34: ... What is the best way to light the stove refer to page 22 29 Why does my rain cap look rusty refer to page 7 How do I install a round pipe on the oval flue collar refer to page 6 Do I have to install a separate vent for the heater yes refer to page 19 Should I install a barometric damper yes refer to page 6 What is the minimum length of chimney 4 ft refer to page 6 Should I use a pump from the mai...

Page 35: ...ance DAMAGE LIMITATION WARNING IN NO EVENT SHALL Dickinson BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT LOSS OF TIME INCONVENIENCE EXPENSES FOR TRAVEL LODGING TRANSPORTATION CHARGES LOSS BY DAMAGE TO PERSONAL PROPERTY OR LOSS OF INCOME PROFITS OR REVENUE ORAL OR IMPLIED WARRANTY LIMITATIONS The foregoing warranty is exclusive and in ...

Page 36: ...the Limited Warranty and the Instruction Manual and agree to the terms and condition please print Date Purchaser s Name Address Model Name Antarctic Heater Serial Number Date Of Purchase Signature Name of Seller Seller Location Note The warranty form can be filled out and sent from the website www dickinsonmarine com ...

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