Using diesel instead of kerosene in a kerosene heater is not recommended. Diesel has a higher viscosity and different combustion properties, which can lead to inefficient burning, increased smoke, and potentially harmful emissions. Additionally, it may cause damage to the heater and void any warranties. It's best to use the fuel specified by the manufacturer for safe and efficient operation.
yes If it's a space heater - don't use diesel if it's dyed.
Typically cars either burn gasoline or diesel fuel if the engines are equipped to burn that. Kerosene is normally not used in a diesel but it will function in an emergency just as well as diesel fuel except that the injection parts will not receive much lubrication. But it will get you home in a pinch. If your question is can you use #2 diesel in a wick type kerosene heater then no. Diesel fuel will smoke and stink compared to kerosene. If your question is can you use #2 diesel in a kerosene heater that is like a salamander, then maybe. I use #2 diesel in my salamander and it works fine and heats my garage up ok. Kerosene does burn cleaner though.
It depends upon the brand or model of heater. As a general rule, most salamanders or heaters can use either. You just have to try it and see. If it doesn't work and smokes a lot, you drain it out and resort to kerosene again.
Only diesel should be used but in a pinch or emergency kerosene can be used. Diesel is usually number 2 fuel and kerosene is #1 fuel. By the way jet fuel is kerosene. So dont use it in a diesel to often, the higher octane rating could damage the engine over time.
A diesel engine will run fine on kerosene. If you are going to run it on kerosene for an extended amount of time you might want to put some lubricant additive in with it. Winter diesel is various blends of diesel and kerosene.In the UK you may wish to think about the tax implications,road fuel carries a higher duty and using kerosene(domestic heating oil) in a vehicle would be tax evasion.
To reduce the smell of kerosene in a kerosene heater, ensure the heater is properly cleaned and maintained regularly. Use high-quality kerosene that is designed for indoor use, and ventilate the room properly. If the smell persists, consult the manufacturer's instructions or contact a professional for further assistance.
No, it is not safe to use acetone in a kerosene heater. Acetone is a highly flammable liquid that can ignite easily and produce harmful fumes when burned. Kerosene heaters are designed to burn kerosene, which has specific properties that make it suitable for use in these heaters. Using acetone in a kerosene heater can pose serious safety risks and should be avoided.
Depends on the BTUs of the heater.
yes its ok to run dyed kerosene in your heater i have been doing it for at least 2 years now with no problems.
I accidentally used low sulfur diesel in my kersoene heater on its first use and it worked without incident. The flames stayed in the "too low" range and produced a slight odor while burning, but nothing seemingly dangerous.
You should not use a kerosene heater in any enclosed or poorly ventilated space because the carbon monoxide given off when burning the kerosene can accumulate and kill anyone n the space..
Yes! Diesel, kerosene and gasoline are really the same thing except that they have different octanes. Diesel is the lowest refined gas then kerosene then your different octanes of gas. So, to make the octane the same as kerosene you simply mix the right amount of gas with diesel and voila, you have kerosene. I think u can use a lower octane than kerosene but NEVER put anything of a higher octane than kerosene! Yes! Diesel, kerosene and gasoline are really the same thing except that they have different octanes. Diesel is the lowest refined gas then kerosene then your different octanes of gas. So, to make the octane the same as kerosene you simply mix the right amount of gas with diesel and voila, you have kerosene. I think u can use a lower octane than kerosene but NEVER put anything of a higher octane than kerosene!