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MANUAL

ALH, Inc.
A subsidiary of Aladdin Industries, Inc.
P.O. Box 100255•
ashville, Tenn. 37210

IM PO RTANT:READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONSBEFORE USING YOUR HEATER. RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE .

To be used only in accordance with state and/or local regulations, ordinances and codes.

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LIMITED 90 DAYS WARRANTY~ portable kerosene heaters sold at retail in the United States are warranted to the original retail purchaser for a period ofninety (90) days from the date of purchase to be free from any defects in material or workmanship and to be fit for normal use
provided they are used and maintained according to the instructions furnished with each product. Under the terms of the warranty,
your product will be repaired or replaced without charge when returned to an authprized service center. For assistance in locating an
authorized service center near you, contact the store where you bought the heater or call toll free at 800-251-1065 and ask for"ALH Customer Service".

•This warranty covers only the cost of parts and labor required to restore the product to proper operating condition. Transportationand incidental costs associated with warranty repairs are not reimbursable under this warranty.
This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear parts such as, but not limited to, wicks, batteries, glow plugs and siphon pumps.
These products are covered by no other express warranties. Any implied warranties are limited in duration to ninety (90) days fromthe date of purchase. THIS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ANY LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGESINCLUDING INJURY TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,or the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.
There is no warranty covering damages for use of any fuels other than kerosene or damages for failure to follow safety instructions
for use and maintenance.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.

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TI~ ~[}loOOOTI~ ~~5471 U HEATER SPECIFICATIONSSPACE HEATEDHEAT OUTPUT
SYSTEMTYPE
TANK CAPACITY
WICK
FUEL
FUEL CONSUMPTIONDURATION
IGNITION SOURCEEMERGENCY SHUT-OFF DEVICEDIMENSIONSWEIGHT: Approx. 18' x 20' area
: I 0000 BTU per hour
: Kerosene wick system: Reflection Radiant: Approx. 1.1 gallons:Fiberglass (Prt No. SW4720): Best Quality Kerosene: 0.59 pints per hour
: 14 - 19 hours per 1.1 gallons of ,kerosene: "D" Batteries, two required: Wick Drop System: 17 1/ 2" X 14 1/2" X 18": 17 1/ 2lbs.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSIMPORTANT:READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONSBEFORE OPERATING OR SERVICING THIS HEATER.

WARNING:
Risk of Explosion;
A Never use any fuel other than pure kerosene.
Bever refill heater fuel tank when heater is operating or still hot.
C Never use heater in areas where flammable vapors
or gases may be present.
D Never ftll heater fuel tank in the living space.
Always fill fuel tank outdoors.
E Never store kerosene in any container other thanan approved safety can or store kerosene in living
space.

7 Never leave the heater unattended while in use. Always
extinguish the heater before sleeping or leaving theroom.

8 Use your heater on a level surface. Do not place theheater in high traffic areas such as doorways or hallways
nor in windy or drafty locations. Never use heater in amoving vehicle. Motion can cause fuel spillage andincrease risk of fire. Do not transport heater in a
vehicle without first emptying fuel tank or fuel spillage
will result.

9 Do not place anything on top of the heater. Do not

WARNING:
2 Heater is hot while in operation.
Due to high surface temperatures, keep children,
clothing, and furniture at least three feet away fromthe heater while in operation.

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WARNING:
3 Risk of Asphyxiation:
Use heater only in well-ventilated areas. Allow at least

1 square inch of ventilation per 1000 BTU of heaterrating. Keep doors or windows open to adjacent rooms.
More ventilation is required at altitudes over 3000 feet.
4 Use only uncontaminated, water clear kerosene such as
ASTM 1-K or its equivalent. Do not use diesel fuel orfuel oil. NEVER USE GASOLINE, NAPHTHA, PAINT
THINNER, ALCOHOL, OR OTHER VOLATILEFUELS.

WARNING:
NEVER USE CONT AlNER HAVING RESIDUEFROM THESE OTHER FUELS. SMALL AMOUNTSOF OTHER VOLATILE FUELS SUCH AS GASOLINEDANGEROUSLY INCREASE THE FLAMMABILITY
AND RISK OF FIRE.
5 Do not move, handle, service, or refuel heater while itis operating or is still hot. Never remove cartridge tankwhile heater is operating or is still hot. Allow heater tocool before removing cartridge tank.
6 Do not smoke when refueling the heater. Do not
expose the fuel to any open flame or high temperatures. Take precautions to prevent spilling. Wipe up
spills immediately. Close the filler cap tightly toprevent leaking of fumes which can cause unpleasantodor and fire hazard.

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attempt to use the heater for cooking or warming
foods. Do not hang clothes near or directly over theunit.

10 If the heater must be disassembled for any reason (suchas wick changing or cleaning heater) test it in a safe
open area after reassembling.

II Never attempt to repair or patch a damaged fuel tank.
A damaged fuel tank must be replaced.
12 If you suspect that the heater is not working properly,
extinguish it immediately by pushing the emergency
shut-<>ff lever down.

HOW TO UNPACK YOUR HEATER AND INSTALL THE BASEPLATE
1 Remove the two batteries, siphon pump, baseplate, and (4) screws from the carton.
2 Carefully lift heater from the carton and remove external packing materials.
3 Remove adhesive tape from grill. Open grill to gain acqess to the burner chimneyassembly.
4 Before operating the heater, the baseplate must be installed by attaching it with thefour screws provided. (See Fig. 1)
5 Remove the corrugated pap~r wrapping the burner and the foam pad under the burner.
6 Make certain the wick is completely lowered by depressing the "OFF" lever.
7 Place the burner back on wick enclosure.

WARNING: NEVER OPERATE THE HEATER WITHOUT THE BASEPLATE INSTALLED!!!

NOTE:

You may wish to save the carton for storing your heater during off seasons.

INSTALLING THE BATTERIESThe battery case is located in the back of the heater. Install the two batteries, being sure to position them as indicated on thebattery case.

GUIDE TO FUEL SELECTION
Use only PURE, CLEAN, WATER-CLEAR KEROSENE.
Do not use diesel fuel, fuel oil, or heating oil. The proper
operation of your heater depends on the correct fuel.
Purchase your kerosene from a reliable, reputable source
and always check that the kerosene meets the requirements of your heater.
1 Use of inferior kerosene (deteriorated or impure) willcause severe damage within 1 to 30 days. Dependingon the specific impurity or contamination, any of thefollowing symptoms may occur:
A
B
C

DETERIORATION

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Badly deteriorated kerosene is yellow and has asour smell. Good quality kerosene is as clear as
tap-water.
Kerosene stored for extended periods of time
becomes deteriorated. Use fresh kerosene only.
Kerosene stored in plastic containers may deteriorate in 1 - 2 weeks.
Kerosene stored in direct sunlight, high temperatures, or open containers deteriorates rapidly.

Kerosene with even minute amounts of water or •·dirt content.
Kerosene mixed with even minute amounts ofother oils such as machine oil, vegetable oil, or
lubricating oil.
Use of containers which have previously beenused to store other oils or fuels or pumps whichhave been used for other fuels will contaminate
kerosene.

WARNING:

Plugged wick - low flame level, insufficient heat
- Chimney does not glow properly or heaterburns only a few minutes.
STRONG odor.
Tar or carbonations build up on wick which, if
extreme, can make wick lowering difficult.

2. Determination of impure or deteriorated kerosene:A

IMPURITIESANEVER USE CONT A!NERS HAVING RESIDUAL AMOUNTS OF VOLATILE FUELS SUCHAS GASOLINE, BECAUSE OF DANGEROUSLY
I CREASED FLAMMABILITY A D RISKOF FIR E!!
D

Always rinse the interior of old containers withclean kerosene several times, prior to use.

3 What to do if impure or deteriorated kerosene is
used:
A

B
C
D

Drain old kerosene from fuel tank and reservoir.
Rinse with clean kerosene several times. (lf anyof the impure kerosene remains the trouble may
recur).
Fill heater with clean, fresh kerosene.
Clean the wick as per instructions under "Care of
the Wick".
If the wick still does not function properly after •cleaning, the wick must be replaced to obtainproper heating. (See instructions under "Replacement ofWick".)

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FUELING/ REFUELINGI

Use only a good grade of clean, fresh kerosene in your heater. (See "Guide To Fuel Selection")-WARNING: Do not attempt to use gasoline, alcohol, paint thinner or other volatile fuels.
-WARN INC: Never attempt to refuel your heater if it is hot or while it is in operation. Always shut off the heater and allow it
to cool before refueling.
- CAUTI ON: To avoid spills and to prevent objectionable kerosene odors in the living area, always refuel this heater in an
outside area with the aid of a funnel, siphon pump, or other device.
1 Open the fuel tank cover and remove the fuel tank cap.
2 Locate the fuel gauge on the front of the fuel tank.
3 Using the siphon pump, (See Fig. 2) fill the tank with kerosene SLOWLY until thefuel gauge indicates FULL.

IMPORTANT:STOP ADDING KEROSENE IMMEDIATELY WHEN THE INDICATOR
POINTS TO FULL.

CAUTION:
The fuel tank should not be overfilled. Air space is needed to prevent spills while carrying the heater and to allow for fuelexpansion, which can occur when the heater is in operation.
4 Replace and tighten the tank cap.
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5 Wipe up any spills and close the fuel tank cover.
6 When using the heater for the first time or after replacing the wick, wait 30 minutes before lighting. This is necessary to allow
the wick absorb sufficient kerosene to function properly.

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CHECKING HORIZONTAL LEVELThe emergency shut-off device will notwork properly unless the heater is on alevel surface. Check that the heater issitting level by sighting through thehorizontal level indicator on the side of
the heater. The bob should be within
the circle mark. See Fig. 3 .

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Use the heater where the bob
stays with in the circle mark.

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Bob
Circle markDo not use the heater where
the bob is off or o n t he ci rcle
mark.

Fig. 3

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSINSURE THAT HEATER IS SITTING ON A LEVEL SURFACE.
Check the horizontal level by sighting through the level indicator located on the side of the heater. (See Fig. 1) The heater
will not function unless the heater is sitting flat on a level surface.

NOTE:
When using this heater for the fust time, or after replacing the wick, wait at least 30 minutes after adding fuel before lighting.
This wait is necessary to allow the wick to become thoroughly soaked.
2 SET THE EMERGENCY SHUT-OFF DEVICE.
Locate the shut-off device on the left side of the front panel. Raise the device to the SET position., (See Fig. 4, 5, 6)
POSITION BEFORE SETTIN G
SHUT-OFF DEVICE•

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3 RAISE THE WICK.
Tum the wick control knob clockwise until it stops. The indicator should be in the
IGNITE position.
4 LIGHT THE WICK WITH AUTO IGNITER.
Push the igniter button (Fig. 7). Once the wick is lit, release the button. If wickfails to ignite, see the troubleshooting guide in the back of this manual.

NOTE:

Igniter button

Fig. 7In the event, that the auto igniter is inoperative, the heater can be lit manually,using a match. To light the wick manually, go to Step 5. Otherwise, go to Step 6.

5 LIGHT THE WICK MANUALLY.
Uft the burner assembly by the grip with one hand, and use the other hand toignite the wick with a match (Fig. 8). Do not drop match into the heater.
6 INSURE BUR ER IS RESTING PROPERLY ON THE OUTER WICK GUIDE.
Grab the burner assembly by the grip and lightly shake it right and left a few times.
7 ADJUST THE FLAME
Wait five to ten minutes after lighting, then adjust the flame by raising or lowering
the wick as needed. (See Fig. 9)
If the flame continues to appear above tlie wire coil, check again to insure that theburner chimney is seated properly.

CAUTION:
The wick control knob is designed to be turned only within the "Normal Range"
after it is turned to the "Ignite" position. Therefore, do not forcibly turn the knob
beyond the " ormal Range" or damage to the heater may result. Do not operate
heater at too low a setting, as in the first diagram in Figure 9. Wick damage canresult from burning at too low a setting. If room temperature becomes too hot,either turn off the heater for a while, or increase air ventilation.
8 EXTINGUISH THE HEATER AFTER USE.
Depress the "SHUT-OFF" lever. The wick control knob should automatically return·of the "OFF" position.
Do not try to extinguish the heater by turning the wick control knob counterclockwise. Forcing the knob could damage the heater.
Do not try to extinguish the heater by jarring it.
Always make sure the heater is extinguished before leaving it unattended of before
sleeping.
"If the heater does not extinguish after depressing the "SHUT-OFF" lever, thewick may be lowered by turning the wick control knob counterclockwise while
simultaneously depressing the "SHUT-OFF" lever.
These two operations must be done simultaneously to avoid
damage to the heater.
IMPORTANT: If the above method must be used to extinguish the heater,
return it to the nearest authorized service center for servicing
before attempting to use the heater.

NOTE:

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CARE OF THE IGNITION GLO'V
PLUG
If the ignition glow plug does not operate correctly,
make sure that the batteries are not dead. If thebatteries are in good condition, check to see if glow
plug ftlament is bent or broken. (See Fig. 10)

I Open the wire grill.
2 Remove burner chimney.
3 Remove old wire net by turning it counterclockwise until it stops, and then lift it straight off.
4 Install new wire net (See Fig. 12)

2 If ignition glow plug ftlament is slightly bent, it may bepossible to repair it with a match stick or toothpick.
3 If the ftlament is badly defonned or broken, theignition glow plug must be replaced.

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M X BADM X BADCARE OF THE 'VICK
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IG~I'TIO~ GLO"'. PLUG REPLACE -MENTRemove batteries and remove the cabinet by following
steps I - 3 of the wick replacement procedure.
While holding the glow plug socket with one hand, use
the other hand to depress the glow plug slightly andturn it until the glow plug frees itself from the socket.
Remove the glow plug. (See Fig. 11)
3 Install new glow plug, reversing the procedure in Step

2.
4 Replace batteries. Depress the igniter button to insurethat the glow plug works. If the glow plug does notwork, make sure the batteries are not dead.

5 Replace the heater cabinet by reversing Steps 1- 3 ofthe wick replacement procedure.

The wick used in this heater is made of heat resistantfiberglass, which does not burn, and should last for along time with proper care .
Taking care of the wick will insure your getting the
maximum pleasure and efficiency from your heater, andwill help you to avoid the expense of replacing the wick.
ONCE A MONTH, BURN THE WICK OFF TO REMOVE ANY ACCUMULATION OF TAR AND CARBON ON THE TOP OF THE WICK.
Approximately once a month operate the heater
without refueling it.
2 As the wire coil starts to become dark (caused by thewick going out), turn the wick control knob clockwise until it stops, to raise the wick as high as possible.
3 Allow the heater to continue burning until it goes out
completely and any flame on the wick has extinguished itself.
4 After the heater has cooled sufficiently, open thegrill, remove the burner chimney, raise the wick to its
highest setting, and carefully remove loosened tar andcarbon from the wick with a brush or cloth.

5 Carefully remove any accumulated carbon deposits

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from the wick guide and outer wick guide assembly
using a screwdriver or similar tool. Take care not todamage the wick or burner chimney assembly.
6 Depress the "OFF" lever to lower the wick, andreplace the burner chimney.

Fig. 11

REPLACE )fENT OF \\' IRE NET•WARNING:
Al\ow burner chimney to cool before attempting tohandle it with bare hands.

7 After filling the fuel tank, wait 30 minutes before
lighting to allow the wick to absorb sufficient kerosene.

12 Raise the wick several times and lower it using the shut - off lever. If thewick does not operate correctly, repeat Steps 5 through 11.

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13 Re-install the insulation plates. First install the front plate. It probably
will be necessary to pull slightly on the ignition device to allow thefront plate to slip into place. Next, install rear plate. The two catches
should engage the rectangular holes on either side of front plate (Fig.

23).
14 The small notch on the edge of the orange indicator dial (located directly behind the wick control knob) should point straight up.
If necessary adjust the dial to that setting.
Failure to do so will not permit the proper adjustment and operation of
the wick within the Normal Range (Fig. 24).

Fig. 23

15 Replace the cabinet and front panel by reversing steps 1 - 3.
16 After making sure the wick is lowered by depressing the "SHUT-OFF"lever, replace the burner chimney.
17 Wait thirty (30) minutes before lighting the heater to allow the wick
to absorb sufficient kerosene.

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STORAGE OF HEATERUSE THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES WHENEVER YOU ARE GOING TO STORE THE HEATER FOR AN EXTENDED
TIME, SUCH AS DURING OUT OF SEASON.
I Follow wick cleaning procedure to clean wick and remove as much fuel as possible from the fuel tank.
2 Remove cabinet from heater by following steps I - 3 of the wick replacement procedure and clean the heater thoroughly witha soft cloth.
3 After cleaning, reassemble heater and remove batteries from battery case.
4 Remove the baseplate by reversing the procedure on page 3.
Tape the screws to the baseplate so as not lose them.
5 Wrap heater in polyethylene bag and store in the original carton.
Heater should be stored with wick lowered and the shut- off lever in the off position.
6 Save this Instruction Manual for future reference.

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Replace both batteries with new ones.

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Refuel heater.

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room for extended period without
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The upper edge of wick is slanted .

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Wick raising and lowering
mechanism is defective:

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Wire coi l is deformed.

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Move burner chimney grip right and left to make sureburner ch imney is correctly seated. Chec k for and remove
resin bui ld up o n o uter wick guide below burner chimney .

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PARTS LIST I TEMP-R ITE 95. - - - - - -Top plater---~~~~~~·:--- - -- -- - W ire net~ Wire coil
- - - -- - - Inner burnercylmder
Outer burner·1 -- -- - -- cy linder
1-- -- - - --Burner casing

Insulat ion
p later -Jgn1tion device- - ---Wing n ut(!:1§-~_ _ __ __ _ Outer wick gu1de.
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cy l1 nder

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- - ----Wick holder- - - - - - -Gear plat e

Wick control knob
Inner wick---guide cylinder

L-- - - -- - - - - - - Extinguisher dev1ce