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Perfection Oil Heaters were very common from the early 1900s through the 1970's. They all use #1 clear kerosene for fuel, and are very simple to use. Most can still be used today if properly cared for. There are a number of varieties of these old heaters. Most commonly found are the 525, 730, 755, 130 and various clones. Although there are minor differences between the models, most of them have a removable font (burner assembly) which contains the tank, burner and wick adjustment in a single unit. To use an old Perfection heater, first inspect the wick. To do this you turn the adjuster knob clockwise to raise the wick. The flame spreader sits on the wick and rides up with it. It will only rise up about a quarter inch, no more. If you can see the metal band around the wick when you raise it the wick is considered used up, and needs to be replaced. Most of the heaters use the #500 Perfection wick. They are still made. To replace, lift off the flame spreader by turning slightly and lifting it out. Set aside, and then remove the outer gallery (mesh guard around the burner). It unscrews and lifts out. Be sure to remove any fuel from tank before you do this. Set gallery aside and then turn the wick up as high as it will go. (The flame spreader has a catch to keep wick from coming up too far, but if this is off you can pull wick up high). Grasp wick and pull out. Immediately inspect the round center piece of the tank. You can polish it with a very fine grade steel wool to remove any corroded areas, it is important that this area be as clean as possible to allow free wick travel. Place new wick on now, from the top and pushing it down. It will come with either two or four "tails" which dip into tank to draw up the kerosene. VERY IMPORTANT: Do not bend the metal casing as you slide it on. It is by necessity a tight fit, so just ease it on and work it slowly down. Look at the side of the metal sleeve on the wick, there will be a series of slots in the side...these are the catches for the teeth on the gear wheels. Make sure the tails are to the sides of the gear mechanism, and continue to push it down, making sure the catches continue to line up with the gear teeth. One easy way to do this is with a small, flat blade screwdriver. Push down on opposing sides of the wick where the catches are, and it should slide right down. Replace the outer gallery once the wick is in place, and lastly put the flame spreader back on top. Recheck everything, and then add kerosene. WAIT at least a half hour before lighting to allow kerosene to thoroughly soak the wick. To light, place font back in the heater. NEVER use the font/burner outside of the heater...the heater itself creates a draft and has a built in chimney...without the chimney in place, it will create a very sooty and smoky fire. Once you have the font inside the heater, raise wick about a quarter inch, and light with match or lighter. I prefer to light on one side of burner and then immediately on the other. IMMEDIATELY close the heater top on the heater. This allows the unit to catch quicker. I should also mention, never light these inside. The first couple of minutes they will burn a bit smoky until wick is caught and burning well. You can tell it's lit completely as the burner will have a ring of fire all the way around it. Once it's lit all the way around, it is generally ok to take inside. Again once you light it, close the heater immediately to force it to burn hotter and with less smoke. The fire should be white to bright yellow. Orange-ish fire indicates poor fuel/blocked airflow and isn't safe. Extinquish immediately if you see this. If heater hasn't been used in a while, you may want to leave it out for a while to burn off any dust, old contaminants, etc. You may use dyed kerosene in these heaters but it is not recommended. I can tell a big difference when I use clear kerosene. It costs more but it's worth it as it burns a bit hotter and is less smoky. I have one with a clear glass globe and using the dyed kerosene the globe was soot-covered inside of a week. With clear, it has remained soot-free. This link provides a website whose owner sells wicks and has lots of info on these old heaters... http://www.milesstair.com/PERFECTION_HEATER_WICK_INSTALLATION.html Hope this answers your question...
What else can I help you with?
Are antique gas heaters safe?
It depends on how old the heater is. I suggest not using it if it's too old.
Where can one look for different electric baseboard heaters?
I am renewing my heater system because it is old. Where can I get more information on electric baseboard heaters?
When do water heaters need to be replaced?
Provided that you don't run into any major problems a hot water heater should last you somewhere between 5 and 10 years. There should be a serial number on the bottom that will tell you how old your heater is. If the heater starts to leak or you can see rust starting to form then it may be time to replace.
Are electric floor heaters safe for my home?
As long as you buy a floor heater that was made recently, you should be okay. If you were to buy an old used floor heater, I would be cautious. Whenever you use a floor heater however, you need to put it in a safe place and never leave it on if you go out of the house.
How many hours a day does a water heater run?
A water heater runs 24 hrs a day seven days a week, unless you have a water heater that has a time clock to prevent it from doing so. This is one reason why tankless water heaters are superior to the old style tank. They only heat the water when a hot water spout is opened. A conventional water heater heats the water on and off throughout the day to keep it at the set temperature for use.
Tankless Water Heater?
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Electric Water Heater?
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Replacing Water Heaters?
We all love hot water, whether it is for showering or cleaning. But did you know that water heaters begin failing between 9-10 years? One way to tell is the appearance of rust and leakage. If your water heater is more than 7 years old, it is time to start shopping for a new one. Not only will you get consistent hot water, you will also save money on energy costs and water leakage. There are also federal tax credits available on certain energy-saving home goods, adding more to your wallet. So don't wait until you're left in the cold.
How to Determine Your Need for a Tankless Water Heater?
The most talked-about type of water heater is the tankless or instant water heater. The tankless heater does not have a reservoir of water to keep heated constantly. It heats the water as it is needed. If you’re like most folks, You want hot water that is fast and plentiful. You want a heater that heats quickly without costing a fortune. You expect your heater to be robust enough to take a shower while the dishwasher is running. For these reason, a tankless water heater falls short. The up-front cost is the first consideration. A 40-gallon tank heater only costs about $800 installed. A comparable tankless water heater can run $3500 or more after installation, depending on whether your new heater fits your old fittings. Another consideration is the level of use. Unless you buy a very hearty tankless heater, it will not be able to multi-task very vigorously. Tankless heaters also have a temperature swing of up to ten degrees--five above and five below the thermostat--and the water can run hot and cold when turned off and on. Despite their nickname, instant water heaters are not. When you turn the tap, a sensor turns on a fan, then a burner, and finally the pipes get hot and the water is heated. That means a twenty second wait for the heated water. Tankless heaters tend to get lime deposits which require regular cleaning. Their pilot light is always lit, so the expense of running a tankless heater is not much less than a tank heater. The tankless heater must heat the plumbing the entire way from the heater to the faucet. After the water is turned off, the plumbing cools. This is the major loss of energy in the system. When the tankless heater is turned on again, it must reheat the pipes anew. Tankless heaters have had reliability issues in the past, when the product was brand new. These bugs have been ironed out but the companies making tankless heaters have had quality issues previously and could again. There are many companies making claims regarding the superiority of tankless heaters. When comparing, be sure to use similar models, not a high end heater versus a lesser model. Check into some consumer report web sites or forums with real reviews from real consumers to help you make you decision.
Do old water heaters require a pop off valve?
All water heaters should have a pressure relief valve, otherwise they could burst.
What might cause a heater to blow cold air in a 1992 Wrangler?
heater core could be rusty and old or line to heater core could be plogged most likely old heater core
Blue Diamond Water Heater Repair?
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