How long will the lamp burn starting off with a full fuel level?
197240
About 6 - 8 hours depending on the height of the wick, I usually refill it every day in the winter. I only use it from late afternoon to bedtime.
197241
I'm afraid that I cannot answer the question. I purchased the lamp to use when we lose power. Luckily I have only had to use this lamp a few times since I purchased it. I do have another oil lamp that I've had for years and have had several outages for long periods of time. I think I may have filled it once in several years and it is not much larger than the Montana lamp. I hope this helps. It is a really nice looking lamp too.
197242
Depending on how high the flame is set, at least 3,4 hours, never really timed it...
197243
As I recall, the distributor mentions a run time of 20 hours. Last winter, I tested the 6 Montanas Installed in my rural "getaway" place in Tennessee. With the flame (brightness) turned down very low, this is probably true. However, I used the lamps set at about 2/3 of maximum brightness. At this practical light level, the Montanas had a run time of about 15 to 16 hours...which is good. Low oil consumption could be very important in a longer-term emergency. Even after the recent price increase, these Montana lamps are still an excellent buy.
2247892
I have not timed it but it probably depends on the flame setting. I think I heard it goes an average of about 1 hour, but I have not yet used a full canister.
382349
Yes. It depends on how long it is on. It is not burning hot on low but it is still hot but not enought that your gonna get burn.
543638
It depends on altitude. I fabricated an "intensifier" (see YouTube ) out of a pipe hanger that cut the time to about 9 mins at 4500 ft. This sit so too of the can and "focuses" the flame into a narrow column.
1573236
It burns until it out of fuel. I guess you could put in an airtight container to extinguish the burner prior to all the fuel being consumed.
117596
Quite minimal. I also have a halogen lamp and it produces much more heat. Hope this helps!
974120
After 10 minutes on the bulb is unpleasant to touch, but not hot enough to actually damage your hand. Certainly not hot enough to cause a fire. If you confine the bulb in a small space,(ie shower cap) it may get warm enough to melt the shower cap
2180935
We put a 300 watt bulb in our lamp and after a few uses (like 5 or 6) our lamp got flaming red and appeared to be ready to burst into flames. It has not worked since.
1739232
It all depends on what you're running on it. If I'm using a sixty Watt bulb it's good for 11 1/2 hours. That's what I use it for in the summer at festivals.
1459976
I guess you could if you REALLY wanted too....but I think you'll be dealing with a marshmallow mess after. As far as tank time..depends on flame setting..on high I get about 5 hrs. This thing is really for atmosphere. ..not cooking.
1066884
I just turn it on 550 for 15 min when we are done and it burns itself off, no problem! Hope this helps.
900806
depends on the bulbs. heat lamp black lights will melt it. im using compact florescents that dont produce much heat. i would side on caution and say it would melt it
1941179
I use them to start campfires haven't really timed them but it will light wet wood stacked in a tee pee around it. I would guess 5-10 minutes.
710606
That's merely machining oil burning off. It lasts about 10 min. I love the one I bought. Heats up a cold garage in no time. Flame should be blue. Don't use this in a tightly sealed area for long though.
2283645
I have an old hood on my aquarium, and bought one of these bulbs to replace one that had fizzled out. The bulb did burn with a rather dim purpley-blue cast for the first 12 hours or so. Then it suddenly brightened, and has been beautiful since. Some fluorescent bulbs have a "burn in" period, and I guess this is one of them. It is best to leave the lights on for at least 12 hours the first time, apparently. Try leaving your light on for longer than normal for a couple of days and see if it comes round to it's true light. If you are still dim after a couple of days, I'd look into getting a new starter for your hood. I have an old hood on my aquarium, and bought one of these bulbs to replace one that had fizzled out. The bulb did burn with a rather dim purpley-blue cast for the first 12 hours or so. Then it suddenly brightened, and has been beautiful since. Some fluorescent bulbs have a "burn in" period, and I guess this is one of them. It is best to leave the lights on for at least 12 hours the first time, apparently. Try leaving your light on for longer than normal for a couple of days and see if it comes round to it's true light. If you are still dim after a couple of days, I'd look into... » Read More I have an old hood on my aquarium, and bought one of these bulbs to replace one that had fizzled out. The bulb did burn with a rather dim purpley-blue cast for the first 12 hours or so. Then it suddenly brightened, and has been beautiful since. Some fluorescent bulbs have a "burn in" period, and I guess this is one of them. It is best to leave the lights on for at least 12 hours the first time, apparently. Try leaving your light on for longer than normal for a couple of days and see if it comes round to it's true light. If you are still dim after a couple of days, I'd look into getting a new starter for your hood. « Show Less
1088435
According to UCI (I called them). It will shine/burn for 2 hours @150 Lumens, then it will start to dim and go into power saving mode.
1651012
Hi Ann. The label on the can gives all kinds of warnings about flammability during use but mentions nothing about after it cures so, I called the 1-800 number for more info. Angela, in the technical department says that after the product has cured, it's fine. Give it at least 24 hours to cure. If you're really concerned give it 2 to 3 days. Once the product has cured, all flammable contents have flashed off and will not ignite. I had asked specifically about using a 60 watt light bulb (incandescent) in this instance. It should be just fine. Go ahead and make your lamp shade.