Does this heater come with kerosene? If not what type of kerosene and how do we order some?
1840612
No, no kerosene comes with it but you can purchase kerosene from any hardware store such as Home Depot if you have one or Lows by the gallon. Here in CA the gallon is about $16.99. Probably more or less the same else where.
1840613
No, it would be prohibitively expensive to ship with kerosene. Kerosene can be purchased at many gas stations, around here it is about $4.00 a gallon. You can also buy it by the quart or gallon already packaged at many retail stores although it is far more expensive to buy it this way. I would advise you to find out how much kerosene costs and if it is even available in your area before buying a kerosene heater.
1668165
it's natural gas. there is also a propane version--make sure you order the correct one.
1040085
I have used wick type kerosene heaters for auxiliary inexpensive heat indoors. They are reasonably effective, but require some operator maintenance. Most are made in Korea, Japan, or China. Kerosene is a bit more expensive recently, but USD5.00 per gallon is still available. Even with so called "odorless" kerosene, there is a moderately strong lingering combustion odor. I am not aware of any safety problems but prudence says only operate with some fresh air available such as a "cracked" window. There also may still exist free standing kerosene stoves that are much more powerful but have not seen in USA for awhile. Buena suerte! I have used wick type kerosene heaters for auxiliary inexpensive heat indoors. They are reasonably effective, but require some operator maintenance. Most are made in Korea, Japan, or China. Kerosene is a bit more expensive recently, but USD5.00 per gallon is still available. Even with so called "odorless" kerosene, there is a moderately strong lingering combustion odor. I am not aware of any safety problems but prudence says only operate with some fresh air available such as a "cracked" window. There also may still exist free standing kerosene stoves that are much more... » Read More I have used wick type kerosene heaters for auxiliary inexpensive heat indoors. They are reasonably effective, but require some operator maintenance. Most are made in Korea, Japan, or China. Kerosene is a bit more expensive recently, but USD5.00 per gallon is still available. Even with so called "odorless" kerosene, there is a moderately strong lingering combustion odor. I am not aware of any safety problems but prudence says only operate with some fresh air available such as a "cracked" window. There also may still exist free standing kerosene stoves that are much more powerful but have not seen in USA for awhile. Buena suerte! « Show Less
692014
I own this heater and have been very, very pleased with it. I recommend it highly. I can't find my instruction manual at this moment, but I do recall reading that it can only use kerosene. I am not 100% certain that is true, but okay....I'm 99% sure I read that when I got it. I noticed some reviews on other websites that said "Wish it could use farm diesel fuel," so that tends to make me think it will not, even without finding my user manual and reading it for myself. However, as I mentioned, this is a great heater. For my applications, it's the best thing I have found.
387904
Is your unit new or have you had it for some time? Problem normally w/ kerosene heaters from my experience is the wick or fuel is contaminated. I would contact mfg. they normally have been able to help me with this type of problem.
969211
They are sold in natural gas and liquid propane versions. Just specify what gas you need when orderering. Thanks! Mike
1617797
the one I received required propane. quite a surprise to us!! it works just fine though...
1528097
Hello! Both of the ones I purchased came with butane in them. You can adjust the output of the flame with a little thing on the bottom. Hope this helps!
26393
I would highly advise against using anything but K1 kerosene. Trying to save a couple bucks, I used the red (pink) kerosene in mine for a couple months, and there was so much soot buildup that it created what was essentially a chimney fire, or flare up. It filled the garage with heavy black smoke, set off 3 smoke detectors, and I hate to think what could have happened if I hadn't caught it in time. I now use K1 kerosene, and despite the extra expense, it's cheap when compared to burning your house down.
377528
Here is the best reference in the known universe for kerosene wicks: http://www.milesstair.com/alpha_list.htmlLook at "Keroworld KW-11" -- and you can order them right there also.
2208884
A blower can be added to this unit. Next Day MRO has both the heater and blower in stock. Feel free to give us a call at 855-770-7195 if we can answer any other questions.
1517798
Sorry, I can't help you because the heater never arrived from the supplier - I was very disappointed.
1159743
I have no idea. I ordered the two heaters as gifts: one for my father and the other one for my younger sister. I did not even see the boxes they came in.
2213159
The G6A-6E number you indicate is a number for a heater only sold with new units. This is a 6 gal. Gas/Electric heater with a pilot light. If that's what you have now this will replace it.
1987010
One could probably put a pot of water on it to add moisture to the air but I would not suggest it on this heater. Yes kerosene does degrade somewhat but I have used K1 that was 2 years old and had no problem. I believe there is an extender that one can purchase.
1629473
It does not come with propane but the tank is purged and ready to be filled. So there isn't anything special you have to do with the tank once you receive it.
22490
First, all the kerosene heaters marked "110" or "HMN 110" are basically the same, just sold by different companies; so, they take the same wick. There is a web site that is devoted to all sorts of kerosene devices, heaters, stoves, lamps, etc. The guy who runs it is extremely knowledgable and can answer questions. There is a difference in the quality of wicks. You should get a CUI wick made in England by Hattersley, as they are the best quality. They cost around $11. The wick you want is listed as "1X". FOR WICKS: http://www.milesstair.com/by_make/HEAT_MATE_Kerosene_Heaters.html, HOME PAGE: http://www.milesstair.com/kero_heaters.html First, all the kerosene heaters marked "110" or "HMN 110" are basically the same, just sold by different companies; so, they take the same wick. There is a web site that is devoted to all sorts of kerosene devices, heaters, stoves, lamps, etc. The guy who runs it is extremely knowledgable and can answer questions. There is a difference in the quality of wicks. You should get a CUI wick made in England by Hattersley, as they are the best quality. They cost around $11. The wick you want is listed as "1X". FOR WICKS:... » Read More First, all the kerosene heaters marked "110" or "HMN 110" are basically the same, just sold by different companies; so, they take the same wick. There is a web site that is devoted to all sorts of kerosene devices, heaters, stoves, lamps, etc. The guy who runs it is extremely knowledgable and can answer questions. There is a difference in the quality of wicks. You should get a CUI wick made in England by Hattersley, as they are the best quality. They cost around $11. The wick you want is listed as "1X". FOR WICKS: http://www.milesstair.com/by_make/HEAT_MATE_Kerosene_Heaters.html, HOME PAGE: http://www.milesstair.com/kero_heaters.html « Show Less