Dura Heat DH1051 User manual

4221-0111-01
04/14 Rev. 00 IMWK10.5KC-KCT
Printed in South Korea
PORTABLE
KEROSENE-HEATER
“OWNER’S MANUAL”
DuraHeat®
Before the first use of this heater, please read this OWNER'S MANUAL very
carefully. This OWNER'S MANUAL has been designed to instruct you as to the
proper manner in which to assemble the heater, maintain the heater, store the
heater, and most importantly, how to operate the heater in a safe and efficient
manner, please keep this manual for future reference.
MODEL: DH 1051
World Marketing of America, Inc.
RT.22 West, P.O. Box 192
Mill Creek, PA 17060
Telephone : [phone] (9AM - 4PM EST)
www.yourheater.com

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NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER
UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING!
CAUTIONS
- SAFETY GUIDE -
WARNING!! RISK OF EXPLOSION / RISK OF FIRE
!NEVER use any fuel other than 1-K kerosene.
! NEVER use fuel such as gasoline, benzene, paint
thinners or other oil compounds in this heater.
! NEVER refill heater fuel tank when heater is operating
or still hot.
!NEVER use heater in areas where flammable vapors
or gases may be present.
!NEVER fill heater fuel tank in living space; fill
tank outdoors.
! NEVER store or transport kerosene in other than a
metal or plastic container that is (1)acceptable
for kerosene, (2) non-red in color, and (3) clearly
marked “Kerosene”. NEVERstore kerosene in
the living space; kerosene should be stored in a
well ventilated place outside the living area.
!The unit is EXTREMELY HOTwhile in operation.
Due to high surface temperatures, keep
children, clothing, furniture, and other
combustible objects at least 36” away from top
and front area.
! RISK OF IN DOOR AIR POLLUTION
USE HEATER ONLY IN WELL VENTILATED
AREAS.
People with breathing problems should consult
a physician before using the heater. In a house of typical
construction, that is, one that is not of unusually tight
construction due to heavy insulation and tight seals against
air infiltration, an adequate supply of air for combustion and
ventilation is provided through infiltration; however, if the
heater is used in a small room where less than 200 cubic
feet (5.7 m of air space is provided for each 1,000 BTU per
hour of heater rating (considering the maximum burner
adjustment), the door(s) to adjacent room(s) should be kept
open or the window to the outside should be opened at
least 1 inch (25.4 mm) to guard against potential buildup of
indoor air pollution. DO NOT use the heater in a bathroom
or any other small room with the door closed.
! NEVER use heater to heat or boil water or use as a
cooking appliance.
WARNING!!
FAILURE TO INSTALL, MAINTAIN, AND/OR
OPERATE THIS KEROSENE HEATER ACCORDING
TO MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS MAY
RESULT IN CONDITIONS WHICH CAN PRODUCE
BODILY INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
NOTE:The WARNINGand IMPORTANTinstructions
appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all
possible conditions and situations that may occur. It
must be understood that common sense, caution, and
carefulness are factors which cannot be built into this
heater. These factors must be supplied by the person(s)
installing, maintaining, or operating the kerosene heater.
Always contact your dealer, distributor, service
agent, or the manufacturer on any problems or
conditions you do not understand.
!NEVER leave heater operating if you intend to leave for
any period of time. Always make sure to turn heater off
and inspect to insure that it is completely extinguished
prior to going to bed.
!NEVER leave heater unattended.
!NEVER use as a source of heat for drying objects.
!NEVER place objects on the top plate.
WARNING!! RISK OF BURNS
!NEVER operate the heater without the guard or
grille completely attlached.
IF POOR QUALITY KEROSENE is used a rapid
accumulation of carbon and tar is likely. This may cause
a strong odor and will destroy the wick. Additional
heater damage may occur as the wick becomes more
difficult to adjust. The use of poor quality fuel could also
make the wick very hard to extinguish. Always make
sure the fire is out. (See page 12, Extinguishing the
Heater.)
ADJUSTMENT OF ROOM TEMPERATUREcan not be
changed by adjusting the heater. A Kerosene heater is
either on or off.There is no temperature adjustment. If
heater output is reduced by lowering the wick in any
way, improper combustion will occur producing odors
and an accumulation of tar and carbon. If your room
becomes too hot, open a door or a window or turn off the
heater.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE!!

NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER
UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING!
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WARNINGS
IMPORTANT : READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO
OPERATING THIS HEATER.
WARNING
FAILURE TO INSTALL, MAINTAIN, AND/OR OPERATE THIS KEROSENE HEATER IN ACCORDANCE WITH
THE MANUFACTURER’S WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN CONDITIONS
WHICH CAN PRODUCE SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
NOTE: The WARNINGSand IMPORTANT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSappearing in this Manual are not
meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood that common sense,
caution and care are factors which cannot be built into this heater. These factors must be supplied by the person(s)
installing, maintaining, or operating the kerosene heater.
Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or the manufacturer on any problems or conditions you do
not understand.
FLARE-UP
"Flare-up" has been defined by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission as the sudden
uncontrolled eruption of flames beyond the heater’s cabinet.
DANGER. Flare-up (i.e., flames erupting outside the heater body) will result if gasoline or other volatile fuel is
used in heater. Flare-up can ignite combustible materials close to the heater and start fires. Use only pure,
water-clear 1-K kerosene;
NEVER use gasoline in the heater or let it mix with the kerosene. Keep fuels separate, store fuels separately (Fig.
A) and never operate heater while it is unattended. (Fig.F)
The usage of Gasoline can lead to flare-up in a kerosene heater leading to a destructive fire.
1. NEVERoperate the heater without a working fire extinguisher and smoke detector nearby. (Fig.B)
2. NEVERuse any fuel other than water-clear 1-K kerosene. ALWAYScheck kerosene for clarity at the point of
purchase. NEVERuse fuels such as gasoline, benzene, paint thinners or other oil compounds in the heater. (For
details, see section entitled "Kerosene" in the Owner’s Manual.)
3. ALWAYS use a BLUE container labeled "KEROSENE"for the purchase and storage of kerosene for your heater.
4. NEVERuse a REDcontainer for kerosene purchase or storage.
5. NEVER operate the heater in a doorway or in any windy place.
6. NEVERattach blower units or make any other
modifications to the heater.
7. lf flare-up occurs, do not attempt to move or carry the heater.
8. DANGER. NEVERoperate heater at a wick-setting lower
than the minimum wick-setting.
FIRES
DANGER. Risk of fire. Keep heater at least 36" away from drapes, furniture or other combustible materials.
Never add fuel indoors and never add fuel while heater is still operating or when it is still hot. (Fig C)
1. NEVERuse a REDcontainer for the purchase and
storage of kerosene for your heater.
2. NEVERoperate the heater without a working fire
extinguisherand smoke detector nearby.
3. NEVERuse the heater in areas where flammable vapors
or high dust conditions are present.
4. NEVERfill the heater fuel tank in living space; fill fuel tank
outdoors. (Fig.D)
D.giFC.giF
B.giFA.giF
(BLUE)
(RED)

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5. NEVERstore or transport kerosene in other than a metal or plastic container that is (1) acceptable for kerosene,
(2) BLUEin color, and (3) clearly marked "Kerosene". NEVERstore kerosene in the living space; kerosene
should be stored in a well-ventilated place outside the living area.
6. ALWAYS keep kerosene in a BLUEcontainer in an area where no other fuels, solvents or paint thinners are
stored to prevent the accidental fueling of your heater with a dangerous fuel.
7. The heater becomes EXTREMELY HOTwhile in operation. Due to high surface temperatures, keep children
away from the heater and keep clothing, furniture, and other combustible objects at least 36" away from the top
and sides of the heater.
8. NEVER operate the heater in a bathroom or in any other small room where less than 200 cubic feet (5.7m3) of air
space is provided for each 1,000 BTU per hour of heater rating. (Fig.E)
9. NEVERoperate the heater while it is unattended, and NEVERleave the heater operating if you intend to leave
the room for any period of time. (Fig.F)
10. NEVERleave the heater operating when you go to bed. (Fig.G)
11. ALWAYSallow heater to cool for at least 15 minutes before you move it, or remove its fuel tank for refueling, or
servicing.
12. ALWAYSconfirm extinguishment of the flame by raising the burner knob and checking visually, 10 to 15
seconds after turning off the heater.
13. NEVER place any objects on the top-plate or top-guard of the heater. (Fig-H)
14. NEVERpermit minors to purchase fuel, do the refueling or operate your kerosene heater without adult
supervision.
CONTACT BURNS
WARNING. High temperatures are present at top and body of heater. Direct contact with wire top-guard grille or
side guards grille will result in serious burn injuries. Utilize protective barrier to restrict access to
heater, and carefully supervise children when heater is in use.
1. NEVERoperate the heater without the top-guard and body-guards (grilles) completely attached. (Fig.I)
2. NEVERattempt to move the heater while it is in operation. (Fig.J)
3. NEVERallow unsupervised children around or near the heater while it is in operation. (Fig.K)
4. NEVERattempt to refill the heater while it is still in operation or still hot. (Fig.L)
Fig. E
Fig. I
Fig. J
L.giFK.giF
Fig. FFig. G
Fig. H

NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER
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ASPHYXIATION AND CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
WARNING.Unvented heaters consumeoxygen andproduce carbon monoxide.
Asphyxiationmay result from breathing high levels of carbonmonoxide. Useonly inwell-
ventilatedareas, and adjust wick in accordance with instructions intheOwner’s Manual.
Never operateheater at a wick-setting lower than theminimum wick-stopsetting.
1. People with respiratory or circulatory problems should consult a physician before using
the heater.
2. Houses with unusually tight construction due to heavy insulation and tight seals may
have low levels of fresh air infiltration; therefore, provide an adequate supply of fresh air
for combustion and ventilation by keeping the door(s) to adjacent room(s) open or a window to the outside open at
least one inch, to guard against the potential build-up of carbon monoxide. (Fig.M)
3. ALWAYSmake room temperature adjustments by extinguishing the heater or by opening windows, rather than by
adjusting the wick.
4. NEVERadjust room temperature by means of the wick adjuster knob. This should only be used to maintain the
proper flame (See 7 below). If heat is reduced excessively by means of the wick adjuster knob, it will cause
imperfect combustion, which may result in the accumulation of carbon on the wick, unpleasant odors, and/or the
generation of carbon monoxide.
5. DANGER. NEVERoperate heater at a wick-setting lower than the minimum wick-setting.
6. NEVERoperate the heater with the wick improperly adjusted. A low wick setting may produce carbon monoxide,
which can cause dizziness, nausea, headaches or even death, in extreme cases.
SOOT AND SMOKE
CAUTION.Soot and smoke emissions will result if contaminated kerosene (Never use
kerosene that is even slightly colored or cloudy), if carbon deposits accumulate on wick, if
wick is not adjusted properly, or it burner unit is not seated properly. Soot and smoke
emissions can cause respiratory tract irritation and can damage property. Use only pure
1-K kerosene; remove carbon deposits on the wick periodically, in accordance with the
operating instructions in the Owner’s Manual; and adjust wick- setting periodically, in
accordance with the operating instructions in the Owner’s Manual. (Fig.N)
1. NEVERoperate the heater while it is unattended.
2. NEVERoperate the heater without a working smoke detector and fire extinguisher nearby.
3. NEVERuse poor quality kerosene (i.e., kerosene that is aged, discolored, contaminated or that was obtained from
an unknown source), which may cause excessive carbon build-up on the wick. Excessive carbon build-up may
prevent proper wick retraction and heater extinguishment, resulting in the generation of strong odors and soot or
smoke. (For details, see section entitled “Extinguishing The Heater” in the Owner’s Manual.)
4.
ALWAYScheck kerosene to be sure it is colorless. ALWAYScheck kerosene(colorless) for clarity at the point of
purchase.
5. ALWAYS confirm extinguishment of the flame by lifting the burner knob and checking visually, prior to leaving the
room for any period of time and before retiring to bed. (For details, see section entitled “Extinguishing The Heater”
in the Owner’s Manual.)
6. ALWAYSremove carbon build-up from the wick within 5 to 7 days of the first use, and after burning 5 or 6 tankfuls,
during periods of regular usage. Carbon build-up on the wick can cause the production of soot and smoke.
(For details see section entitled “Carbon Removal Dry Burning” in the Owner’s Manual.)
7. ALWAYSmake periodic adjustments of the wick during heater operation. Use the wick-adjuster knob to make
basic adjustments within 5 to 7 minutes after ignition, and again after 30 minutes, if necessary. Because of changes
in heater temperature and room temperature, flame height inspections and adjustments must be made periodically,
thereafter. (For details, see section entitled “Adjusting the wick” in the Owner’s Manual.)
8. ALWAYSremove and properly dispose of unused kerosene when storing your heater to avoid using the
deteriorated kerosene after long-time storage, resulting in imperfect combustion. Kerosene held over can absorb
water that may adversely affect system performance.
9. NEVERuse an unauthorized replacement wick in this heater.
Fig. N
Fig. M