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KEROSENE SPACE HEATERINSTRUCTION
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subsidiary of Aladdin Industries, Inc.
P. 0. Box 100255
N.ashville, Tenn. 37210

CAUTION:Use pure kerosene only.

Other fuelcould cause damage.
Duetohighsurface temperatures,

keep children, clothing, and furnitureaway from heater.

INSTRUCTIONS
for operating yourALADDIN BLUE FLAME HEATER

However heat is produced, carelessness and ignorance can cause accidents, sofor your own comfort and safety, please read and understand these instructions
before lighting your heater.

POINTS TO REMEMBER(1) If you suspect that the heater is not working properly, extinguish it imme­
diately.
(2) A disassembled and reassembled heater should be restarted only after it istested in a safe place.
(3) Use the heater in an upright position on level surface only.
(4) Never use the heater near other flammable liquids; near readily combustible
materials, such as curtains, newspapers, etc.; or in a windy location. Do notuse the heater in narrow or tightly closed rooms or areas; do not use near amajor entrance or hallway.
(5) USE ONLY PURE KEROSENE IN THE HEATER: Do not attempt to use
gasoline, white gas, paint thinner, or any other highly volatile liquid. Storekerosene in a cool, well-ventilated location, and only in a tightly sealedcontainer.
(6) Be sure to take all necessary precautions in handling kerosene: Use heater
only in a well-ventilated room. If any kerosene is spilled, be sure to wipe itup immediately. Do not smoke when filling the heater, or expose fuel toopen flame or high temperatures.
(7) Excercise care not to bump or upset the heater unnecessarily; if it should beaccidentally overturned, simply set it upright again.
(8) Never place a pan or cooking utensil which is likely to boil or overflow on
top of the heater.
(9) Due to high surface temperatures, keep children, clothing and furnitureaway.
(10) Before going to bed or leaving the house for a long period, turn off theheater and make sure, by looking at the wick from above, that it has been
completely extinguished.

AW'UNPACKING?

Ients, so:ructions

We have been generous with the packing to
make sure that your heater gets to you with­out damage; make sure you remove all thepacking before you start.
(1) Take the unit and packing material fromthe carton.
(2) Take note that wick 'cleaner and wick­
set-guide are attached. (Picture 1)

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Wickcleanere(5) Remove wick control system cover byremoving screws on both sides of thecover. (Picture 4)

Wick
set guide(3) Release clip on lower side of heater andt imme-open heater to remove plastic wrap andfoam pad from burner. (Picture 2)'ter it is2JUstibleDo not�near a(6) Remove packing from shut-off pendu­
lum/weight. (Picture 5)

t to use
I. Storesealed·heaterwipe itfuel to:mid be
1ow on.mitureoff the�s been.�) Push down the inner flame plate (FlameSpreader) to make certain it has notbeen dislodged during the transporta­tion. (Picture 3)(7) Replace cover.
(8) Close heater by returning cylinder tooriginal position making sure releaseclip latches.
** Keep the carton for the unit to use forstoring.

FILLING

BEFORE LIGHTING THE HEATERIMPORTANT: Do not allow heater to bum
dry because damage to wick will result.
You must use only best quality kerosene.
It is very dangerous to use any other fuel,including power kerosene or gasoline. Re­member, put absolutely nothing but clean
kerosene, in your tank or storage container
and make sure it cannot become contaminat­
ed in any way.
The oil gauge indicates the approximate
amount of fuel in the tank and will warn
you when the heater needs refilling. Don'tburn the heater dry because it will seriously
shorten the life of the wick.

1. Confirm

that the Heater is on a Level
Surface.
(1) Check the level indicator pictured.
(2) Diagrams marked with red circles
indicate acceptable readings for thelevel indicator. Diagram marked with
red "X" is not acceptable. (Picture 1)*
Failure to locate the heater on a levelsurface may prevent the emergency
shut-off system from operating cor­
rectly.

HOW TO REFUEL:'(I) Remove the filler cap by turning it
counter-clockwise. (Picture 1)

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S((:(2) Fill until oil indicator points "Full",and do not ftll above "F". (Picture 2)2(3) Replace and tighten filler cap to avoid
any leakage, and wipe up any oil spilt.

2. Set the Emergency Shut-off System.
(I) Push up the set lever. (Picture 2)

(2) Turn the wick control knob clock­(2) There should be a flame spreader which

wise until it stops. (Picture 3)
If system is triggered, follow thesesteps to reset.
IMPORTANT: Heater cannot be op­
erated without setting this system.

has a lot of small holes in it, fitted in
the center tube of the tank. Make sure
it is free of dust. If necessary, removethe flame spreader and clean it with asoft brush. If it has fallen out or is notseated properly it must be replaced andpushed fully home before the heater islit. Make sure the burner basket is lock­ed fully into the tank.
(3) Turn the wick control knob clockwise
to raise the wick about 3 mm above
the wick cylinder. (You should still see
five rows of holes on the flame spread­er.) (Picture 2)*2
LIGHTING
IMPORTANT: When you use the heater for
the first time, or have fitted a new wick, donot light it for at least an hour so that thewick has a chance to soak up enough kero­sene.
(1) Release the clip on the lower side of theheater and open the heater. (Picture 1)

1- ((4) Light the wick in two or three places sothat flame appears on the wick all theway around.
3(5) Take care not to drop the match in theburner mechanism.

(6) Close the heater, checking carefully thatthe release clip is properly fastened.
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Ventilate the room from time to time toinsure an adequate supply of fresh air.
Some kerosene odor may be noticed
shortly after lighting the heater. Thiscan be eliminated by airing the room*

approximately 20 to 30 minutes after
lighting the heater. This should notcontinue once the heater has reachedworking temperature.
The heater reaches working temperaturevery quickly, so immediately adjust thewick to give desired heat output within
the limits of the SAFE BLUE FLAME.

HEATER ADJUSTMENT: THE SAFE BLUE FLAME

I(1) Remember that your safety indicator isthe color of the flame. When the flameis a clear blue all over you have got theSAFE BLUE FLAME.
The picture (1) above shows the SAFE
BLUE FLAME setting. The length of*-5-

the flame shold be about I em.
When the flame shows any yellow th�
wick is too high or too low or something is wrong with the heater; never let
the heater burn like this.

ee1]l-(2) The picture (2) above shows the flame
just after lighting. This flame is too low.
Operating the heater at this setting will
result in damage to the wick, an un­pleasant odor, and potentially harmful
combustion by-products.
Raise the wick until a completely blue
flame is obtained and then raise it alittle more so that it cannot revert toyellow; this is the lowest setting for theSAFE BLUE FLAME.
As you turn the wick up move the blue
flame will grow and you may notice a
reddish glow above the flame and possi­
bly intermittent red flecks of burning
dust. This is quite normal.

(4) The setting pictured above is too high.

Lower the wick until you get rid of theyellow spikes and you then have thehighest setting for the SAFE BLUE
FLAME.

(5) The isolated spike of yellow flame pic­
tured above indicates foreign particles
on the wick such as pieces of a matchor a frayed wick. Remove any suchparticles and/or use the wick cleaner as
instructed and the flame should return
to normal.

(3) CAUTION: The above setting looks
normal but the flame is too low. This
will cause incomplete combustion andan unpleasant odor. Adjust the flame
until a flame length of at least 1 em isobtained as indicated in Picture 1.

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EXTINGUISHING
Tum the wick down (counter-clockwise)
until the flame goes out. After you haveturned the wick down to extinguish theheater, turn it up again and check to makesure it is really out.

IMPORTANT:* To avoid wick damage, do not use theemergency shut-off to extinguish theheater under normal conditions.
* Extinguish the heater before going tobed.
* Always make sure that the heater has
been completely extinguished.
CLEANING THE HEATER(2) Remove dust from the flame spreader
and wick cylinder with a soft brush.
( 3) Carefully loosen and remove carbon
deposits on the wick cylinder by scrap­
ing gently.
(4) Use a soft cloth or brush to remove dust'from the body of the heater. Be sure toremove all dust and particles from thebase plate as these can be drawn into
the heater where they will clog theflame spreader.
(5) Wipe off any kerosene spilt on the heat­er and/or base plate. Make sure the oilindicator cap and filler cap are secure.
*Hot soapy water can be used in cleanirA
as long as none gets in the tank or o'ffll'
the wick, but you must NEVER USEABRASIVES.

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USING THE WICK CLEANER
A good flame depends on a clean wick. Thewick should not be cleaned until it has beenused for 50 hours or more. Thereafter, thewick should be cleaned about once a week
when the heater is in use.
(1) Open the heater and remove the flame
spreader after turning down the wick.
(Picture I)

A dirty heater may smell bad and can be
dangerous particularly if fluff or carbon isblocking any of the air holes. Therefore thefollowing steps should be taken periodically:(1) Use a soft brush to remove dust hocking the air holes in the flame spreader.

(4)*(2) Put the wick cleaner into the wick cylin­
der as shown. (Picture 2)( 3) While turning the wick cleaner clockwisewith one hand, slowly turn twick up with the other. Maintaingentle downward pressure on the wickcleaner to keep it level and touching
the rim of the burner basket. When the.

1\nsmg wick reaches the cleaner, black
carbon will come through the threeholes. This will soon stop and the wick
will be clean and properly shaped forfurther use.

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When replacing the wick cylinder, tum
it clockwise. Line up the red marks on
the wick cylinder and tank as closely
as possible while making sure the wick
cylinder is securely in place. (Picture 5);t0e0et­ilEtentekte1
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The wick must be kept shaped at thecorrect angle and this can only be donewith the wick cleaner provided. Neveruse scissors, razor blades, etc.. After use
please store the wick cleaner in a safeplace. Do not keep it near the heaterchimney as the temperature could be
sufficient to soften and distort it.
(Picture 3)
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WICK POSITION ADJUSTMENT
In the event that a correct, safe blue flame
setting cannot be obtained even when thewick control knob is turned to the maxi­
mum setting, follow these steps to reposition
the wick:(1) Release the latch on the lower side of
the heater and open the heater. Remove
wick control system cover by unscrew­
ing the screw on each side. (Picture 1)

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k-(4) Lower the wick and unscrew the wick
cylinder. . Wipe away all particles de­posited during wick cleaning. (Picture 4)* To protect hands, wear gloves when re­moving and replacing wic!< cylinder.

�t�\ r;;(2) Release the emergency shut-off device
by gently moving the pendulum to theside until the device triggers. (Picture 2)2

(3) Turn the yellow ring until the red markon the ring lines up with the red pin.
(Picture 3)

REPLACING THE WICK
(1) Release the emergency shut-off device
by pushing the set lever down. (Picturel)(4) Pull and turn the black ring to the right
one numerical setting holding the yel­
low ring in position with the left hand.
(Picture 4)(2) Release the clip on the lower side of theheater and open the heater. (Picture 2)
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Example: If numerical setting
on black ring is I move to 2
on black ring is 2 move to 3•••

on black ring is 12 move to I
Th.is completes the wick adjustment
procedure and the heater can be re­assembled.
Note: Do not over adjust the wick as wicklength over 9 mm above the cylinder top can
result in abnormal combustion. The wick
can be repositioned 2 to 3 times before a
new wick is needed. Any time that the wickcannot be correctly adjusted, a replacement
is needed.
Do not pull the black ring out except when
adjusting the wick or misalignment of thewick may result_(3)-9-{4)

remove wick cylinder.

:::ere\{8) Remove old wick from wick holder.
{9) Install new wick making sure that hookon new wick fits into hole in the wickholder. {Picture 8)* Soaking wick in asmall amount ofkerosene at this point makes remaining
installation steps easier.

• Remo�e the wick control system c�ver.e

by unscrewing the screw on each Side.
(Picture 5)

�)8(6) Pull wick control knob and black ringout and turn to right to fully raise wick.
{Picture 6)Hole( 10) Fit the wick-set-guide attachment overwick guide. {Picture 9)9(7) Remove wick and wick holder fromwick guide cylinder. {Picture 7){II) Fit skirts of new wick over wick-set­guide and engage wick winder gear torack of wick holder. {Picture 10, 11)- 10-

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(12) Fit wick skirts into the wick case gently
with a screw driver or similar tool.
(Picture 12) Take care not to tangle
wick in wick winder gear or otherwise
become obstructed so that wick skirts
cannot reach bottom of tank.

(13) Pull wick control knob and black ringout and turn to left lowering wick until
it stops. (Picture 13) Make sure that theyellow tape around the inside of thewick does not get caught on the wick
guide cylinder.

(14) While pulling the wick control knob andblack ring out, turn the yellow ring in
the direction indicated by the arrow
until it stops. Adjust slightly so that the
red mark on the yellow ring lines up
with the red pin on the wick winder
gear. Then line up the number on theblack ring with the red line on theyellow ring and release the wick control
knob and numbered ring. (Picture 14)(15) Remove the wick-set-guide.
(16) Replace the flame spreader and secure
the wick cylinder.
* To secure the wick cylinder, turnt
clockwise until the red mark on
cylinder lines up with the red markthe heater tank. If the cylinder is stillloose at this point, continue to tighten
until it is secure. (Picture 15)- 11 -•.

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rinse with fresh kerosene. Keep thewick wet by covering the wick cylinder
with plastic wrap.
(8) Put the heater unit and the attachment(Wick cleaner/wick-set-guide) into thecarton case.
(9) Kerosene should be kept in a dark andcool place in a sealed metal can/con­tainer.
(17) Replace the wick control system cover.
* Wait one hour before lighting to allow
the wick to absorb sufficient kerosene.
A Failure to do so may result in damage toW the wick.
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COOKING
If you want to boil water or cook, remove
the top cover to expose the boiling ring. A
lifting tool is available which fits into oneof the holes in the top cover.
MAINTENANCE
Replace any damaged or worn out part
immediately with a genuine Aladdin part we cannot accept any responsibility if sub­stitutes are used.
Once a year you should rinse out the tankwith clean kerosene and fit a new wick.
If you cannot get the SAFE BLUE FLAME
or are in any difficulty take the heater toyour nearest Aladdin dealer. Never use aheater which is not working properly.
STORING(1) Clean the inner flame plate. (FlamePOINTS TO REMEMBER(1) Use good quality, clean kerosene only­
petrol (gasoline) is dangerous.
(2) Don't add salt or anything else to thefuel-it's useless and harmful.
(3) Don't fill or carry the heater while it islit.
(4) Don't dry clothes over, or too near, theheater.
(5) Always provide adequate ventilation. *(6) Maintain the SAFE BLUE FLAME. If
you can't-put the heater out!
(7) Replace damaged parts immediately.
(8) Use only Aladdin parts-others can bedangerous.
(9) Watch where you put it-particularly
with children around.
(10) Don't use in a draught.
* Most rooms are adequately ventilated if
there is an unblocked flue or other sub­stantial air inlet at floor level, together
with a fanlight or window slightly open,
provided such opening is not obstructedby completely drawn curtains.
NEVER USE YOUR KEROSENE HEATER
IN A ROOM WHICH HAS BEEN COM­
PLETELY SEALED AGAINST DRAUGHTS.

Spreader)e(2) Clean the wick with wick cleaner.
(3) Scrape carbon off edge of wick cylinder.
(4) Wipe away any dust or kerosene on thetank or base plate.
Clean any stain, etc. on outer cylinder(Frame) etc.
(6) Release the emergency shut-off system.
(7) Remove kerosene from the tank and•J1.

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.,'PARTS LIST

Mica
Frame and Screws for Mica.---H--- andle
�------Release Clip
�---- Gallery.------ Hinge Pin
�--Filler cap and Washer.----r------

Chimney andAssembly
Too Frame

Boiling
Ring

Wick Cleaner

Top
Cover
Wick-Set-Guide
Wick Holder...----..,._____

Inner Flame Plate(Flame Spreader)
Wick Cylinder(Burner Basket)

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Wick Winder
Emergency Shut-off System--___J

Bottom Frame
Level Indicator

AladdinBlue Flame Heater
Model 1280

81U8 Flame J280 HEATER SPECIFICATIONSMODELSPACE HEATEDHEAT OUTPUT
SYSTEMTYPE
TANK CAPACITY
WICK
FUEL
FUEL CONSUMPTION :DURATIONTANKDIMENSIONSWEIGHT

Approx. 18' x 20' area.
9,320 B.T.U. per hour.
Kerosene/wick system.
Convection.
Approx. 1.3 gallons.
Cotton wick.
Best quality lighting kerosene.
3/5 pint per hour.
Over 18 28 hours with full tank.
Leak-free dual tank for extra safety.
17-3/4" (H) x 15-3/4" (W) x 14-3/4" (D)13-1/4 LBS.
�SPARE PARTS
Flame spreader (Inner Flame Plate)
Wick
Burner basket (Wick Cylinder)
Wick cleaner
Hinge pin
c/w nuts & washers
Lifting tool
Boiling ring
Boiling ring screw
Mica
Oil gauge only (optical)