,•PYREX MANTLE COVER

IGNITER BUTTONLATCHBATTER Y HOLDER.

WICK ADJUST ER KNOBSPILL TRAY,

The Kero-Sun ''Moonlig hter'' is equipped with electric iighting and automati c extinguishingfeatures. Two D-size 1.5 volt batteries provide power for the electric lighter. The
automati c extinguis her utilizes a shutter which covers the wick in the event thatthe heater is accidentally tipped .
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••The Moonligh ter has an output of 9000 BTU per hour and heats continuo usly for
18 hours without refueling. The fuel tank capacity is 1 gallon.

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INSPECTION AND ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the top protective
packing and use the carrying
handle to lift the heater fromthe carton. Be careful not todiscard the two D-size batteries, wick guide (looks like aplastic bottle cap with a hole)

3. Lift the latch and tilt the•
mantle cover backwards about
45 degrees to th e stop in its
open position. Remove thepiece of plastic bubble packing that is over the burnerunit.

and the fuel syphon.
2. Check that the spill t ray issecurely fastened. The four
clips on the tray should completely cover the mounting
feet on the tank. The threethumb screws around the· baseof the mantle cover should be
finger tight.

4. Rotate the wick adjuster knob
The wickback and forth.
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should move easily andsmoothly.
5. Close the mantle cover.
6. Open the battery holder bysliding the cover upwards. Insert the two D-size batteries,
observing polarity markings.

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FUELINGWARNINGKEROSENE ONLY

BURN ONLY KEROSENE in thisheater. The use of gasoline,
white gas, Coleman fuel, or any
substitute· can be extremely
dangerous.
Read all instructions and caution
labels before using.

Using the syphon, fill th e fueltank with fresh, good qttality
kerosene only ·until the fuelgauge indicates ''F''. Do not
overfill and always wipe up
any fuel spills before lighting
the heater.

LIGHTINGI

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To use the syphon, insert th estraight tube into the kerosene
container and the flexible hose
into the h eater fuel tank. Elevate the kerosene container.
Close the sy phon top vent(turn clockwise) and pump thebulb until flow begins. To stop
flow, open the top vent (turncounterclockwise ).

Observe the safety precautions on the last page. Always operate the heater ina level position and away from clothing, curtains or other flammable articles.
1\fter fueling or replacing the wick, wait 15 minutes for the wick to become
well saturated. Then light the heater as follows:
1. Turn

the wick adjuster
knob clockwise until it
stops. This raises the wickto its highest position. Do
not force it.

2. Press down the extinguisher
lever.
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3. Gently push the red igniterbutton and watch the wick
until flam e appears; thenrelease.
The wick will first ignite on
the side facing the red button. In about 40 seconds,
flame will spread completely around the wick.
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FLAME ADJUSTMENT

When the mantle becomes well heated (five to ten minutes) the flame may
rise too high and produce black smoke. If this happens, lower the wick until
the flame burns in an even ring with no smoke. The best flame is obtained
when the top of the wick is about 1/4 inch (6-7 mm) above the wickadjuster.

EXTINGUISHING

Turn the wick adjuster knob counterclockwise (wick all the way down) toextinguish the flame. Always inspect the burner through the window to be
sure that the flame is out.

REPLACING THE WICK•

After the heater has cooled, remove the screws
from the mantle cover and lift it with the handle.

With the wick at its lowest position, remove theflame spreader by turning it slightly to the right.
Remove the extinguisher ring.

Disconnect the electrical leads at the battery
holder. Press down the extinguisher lever andremove the burner cover.

,Unfasten the three wing nuts from the tank andthen rotate the retainers to allow removal of thewick adjuster assembly. Lift out the wick adjuster
assembly.

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Remove the wick holder and take out the wick.

Fold the replacement wick and insert it into the wickh older. Position the wick so that the red guide line of thewick is even with the top of the wick holder. Then open
the wick and press it uniformly against the inner wall of
the holder.

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Insert the wick holder into the wick adjuster sothat t he gear mechanism is engaged.

Wick

Wick
loading~/ guide

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Place the wick guide onto the cylinder of the tank. Lower
the wick adjuster over the cylinder.

Align the wick adjuster spindle with the arrow as shown in
the photograph and carefully slide the wick adjuster unit
into position. Make sure that all the wick segments go
fully into the tank and remove the wick guide. Fasten the
wick adjuster unit with the retainers and wing-nuts. Turnthe wick adjuster knob in both directions to check thatthe wick moves smoothly.

Reinstall the burner cover and connect the electrical leads (RED wire is + ).

Replace the extinguisher ring with its brim positioned down. Install the flame spreader and refasten th e mantle cover securely with the screws.

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GENERAL HEATER 1\iiAINTENANCE:!

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Special attention must be given to· keep all air inlet screens free of dust anddebris, otherwise the heater may smoke. Once a week, inspect the dust-proof
ring, mantle supporter, and burner cover (refer to Operating Instructions,pages 5 and 6) to insure that air holes are unobstructed. Remove dust or
animal hair with a soft bristle brush as necessary.

SELECTION AND STORAGE OF KEROSENE:
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Good quality kerosene means Illuminating Grade White Water Kerosene.
If kerosene looks cloudy, yellow, or orange, do not use it. Demand
clear kerosene.
Always store your fuel in a clean container marked ''kerosene''. Avoid
storage in direct sunlight as frequent temperature changes will cause
water to condense in the tank. Check for water in kerosene bysyphoning fuel into a clear glass jar. If water is present it will settle ina layer on the bottom of the jar or cause the fuel to appear cloudy .
Water in your fuel tank will cause the flame to flicker, get smaller andfinally go out.

CLEANING THE PYREX MANTLE:
The Pyrex mantle should be cleaned once every few weeks if a carbon buildup takes place. Remove the three thumbscrews securing the mantle coverassembly and take it off. Lift off the top plate (do not attempt to remove
the brown metal collar which is a permanent holder for the Pyrex) and,using a soft cloth and soapy water, wipe the inside and the outside of the
mantle. Because of the special coating on the surface ·Of the glass, never use
any cleanser that is abrasive. (It is also important that the en.tire mantle
cover assembly be removed for cleaning because otherwise there is danger
that water might leak down into the wick.) After you have cleaned the
Pyrex, wipe the mantle cover with a clean soft cloth to remove any moistureand then replace the cover.
The prevention of carbon build-up can be accomplished if the mantle coveris closed when you light the Moonlighter.
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CLEANING THE BURNER AND WICK:
Note: Do not allow the heater to run out of fuel as this will damage thecotton wick.
1) Once every week, remove the flame spreader and burner cover. Brush
the wick gently to remove accumulated carbon and vacuum away anysoot or ash. A rough uneven wick edge indicates dry burning. Should
there be any ragged edges on the top of th.e wick, trim carefully using
scissors.
2) If the many small holes in the burner cover and flame spreader become
clogged with dust or debris, the heater may smoke. Clean these using
an old toothbrush or any similar soft brush.
•SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1.

BURN ONLY KEROSE NE in this heater. NEVER use gasoline, white gas, camp-sto veor any other fuel. These fuels are extremel y dangerou s if used in kerosene heaters.

2.

Store fuel far away from any heat source, in a can clearly marked KEROSE NE.

3.

Keep heater away from all burnable materials such as clothes, curtains, wood, etc.

4.

Heater surfaces become hot. Keep children away.

5.

Do not move ~ service, or refill heater while it is burning or hot.
Extingui sh flame first and let it cool.

6.

Refuel heater wipe up any spills when it is cool. Use the Kero-Sun siphon to prevent
any spillage.

7.

Provide adequate ventilatio n. The heater needs oxygen just as you do.
Crack a window to the outside one inch, or leave a door open to an adjacent room .

8.

When turning heater off, make sure the flam e is complete ly extinguished.

9.

Keep outside of heater free of dust or of spilled kerosene.
Follow maintena nce instructi ons for optimum performa nce.

10.

Keep heater level.

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Avoid drafts.

12.

Use only water-cle ar, fresh, pure kerosene. Yellow or colored kerosene will smoke,
smell and not burn efficientl y.

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Remarks
Parts Name
Key No.
I PYREX MANTLE COVER ASSEMBLYI A Top plate
I B Mantle ring
IC Safety guard assembly
ID Pyrex mantle cover
IE Mantle supporter (Upper)
IF Mantle supporter (Under)
IG Latch
IH Hinge (Upper)
I I Hinge (Under)
11 Hinge pin
IK E ring
IL Leveler
3 pcs.
IM Thumbscrew
1N Carrying handle,
2 FLAME SPREADER
3 EXTINGUISHE R RINGI .
4 BURNER COVER
5 IGNITER COIL
6 IGNITER UNIT
7 WICK ADJUSTER
3 pcs.
7A Wing nut
3 pcs.
7B Retainer
8 RUBBER PACKING
9 WICK HOLDER
I 0 COTTON WICK
11 EXTINGUISHE R UNIT
12 EXTINGUISHE R LEVER UNIT
13 FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY
l 3A Fuel tankl 3B Fuel Gauge
I 3C Fuel filler cap
14 BATTERY HOLDER· l 4A Battery cover
15 TRAYr 16 DUST-PROOF RING
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NOTE:
When ordering parts, use the heater model number in conjuction with the key
number for the item. For example, the igniter coil is designated Moonlighter-5.

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KERO-SUN , INC.
Limited Warranty
KERO-SUN, I nc. warrants each heater sold by it to be free from defects in materia l and workmanship, under normal use and service, for one
year after the date of o r igina l reta il purchase, subject to the terms and conditions stated below:
1. WARRANTOR. This Warranty is granted by KERO-S U N, I nc., Main Street, Kent, Connecticut 0675 7.
2. PART I ES TO WHOM WARRANTY I S EXTENDED. This Warranty shal l be extended only to the original retail purch aser.
3. PARTS COVERED. All products and parts manufactured by or for KERO-SUN, Inc., except as provided for herein.
4. PARTS NOT COVERED. The following parts are not covered by this Warranty:
Normal wear and tear items, such as, but not limited to, wicks, batteries, igniter coi l s, and siphons.
5. REMEDY. If, within the applicable warranty period, any product or part included in this Warranty proves to be defective in material and /or workmanship, then KE RO-SUN, Inc. shall, at its option, repair or rep lace the defective product or part.
6. PROCEDURE FOR OBTA I NING PERFORMANCE UNDER THIS WARRANTY. In order to obtain performance of the obligations
under this Warranty, the origina l retail purchaser must promptly [in no event later than thirty (30) days after discovery of the defect] notify
any authorized KERO-SUN, Inc. service center in the United States or Canada of the defect and return the defective part or product to an authorized KERO-SUN service center. All transportation costs to and from the authorized KERO-SUN, Inc. service center wil I be at the expense of
the original retail purchaser.
If the instrument or any part thereof is returned for any cause not covered by this Warranty, a charge will be made for testing, handling,
packing and/or any repa i rs made.
KERO-SUN, Inc. accepts no responsibility for any damage that occurs to the product or part during transit to or from the original retailpurchaser.
ANY CLA I M MADE UNDER THIS WARRANTY MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY PROOF OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE DATE-SALESINVOICE OR CANCELL ED CHECK IS SAT I SFACTORY EV I DENCE.
7. SOLE REMEDY. The remedy and liability for any breach of warranty, express or implied, set forth above is the sole and exclusive
remedy and the limit of l iabi l ity for any such breach.
8. DESIGN C H ANG ES. KERO-SUN, Inc. reserves the right to make changes in the design or materia l of the heater without incurring any
obligations to incorporate such changes in any product previo u sly manufactured or advertised .
9 . EXCLUSIONS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES. Th i s Warranty does not extend to any defect due to the negligence of others, failure tooperate or maintain the heater in accordance with the operating and maintenance instructions furnished with each new heater, unreasonable
use, accidents, alterations, ord i nary wear and tear, the use of u n authorized or non-standardized parts or accessories or the use of any fuel otherthan goo d quality kerosene. ALL I MPLI ED WARRANTIES , I F ANY, ARIS I NG UNDER STATE LAW IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE'

BY KERO-SUN, Inc. OF ANY NEW I NSTRUMENT ARE LIMITED I N DURATION TO THE DURAT I ON OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY.
THERE ARE NO WARRANT I ES, EXPRESS OR I MPLI ED, OF MERCHANTAB I LITY, FITNESS OR OTHERWISE WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THIS WARRANTY. KERO-SUN, Inc. SHALL NOT BE RESPONS I BLE FOR LOSS OF USE OF ANY HEATER, LOSS OF TIME,
I NCONVENIENCE OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WITH RESPECT TO BUSINESS OR PROPERTY,W H ETHER AS A RESU L T OF BREACH OF WARRA N TY, N EGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE.
NOTE: SOME ST ATES DO NOT ALLOW (a) LIM ITAT I O N S O N HOW LO N G AN I MPLI ED WARRANTY LASTS OR (b) THE EXCLUS I ON OR LIMITATION OF INC I DENTAL OR CONSEQUE N T I AL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE L I MITAT I ONS OR EXCLUS I ONS,
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU .
10. NO ORAL VAR I AT I ON OF TERMS . No person has the authority to ora l ly vary the terms, conditions or exclusions of this Warranty
or to make any express warrant i es other than those contained. herein .
11 . LEGAL R I GHTS. This Warranty gives you specific lega l rights a n d you may also have other rights which vary from state to state .
••If you need assistance with an y service problem, send a brief letter stating the nature of the problem,
name and address of you r K E RO-SUN dealer, and your own address and telephone number to:
CUSTOMER SER VICEK ERO-SU N, Inc.
Ken t, CT 06157

PORTABLE HEATERS

Puts the WA-RM where you want it!
KERO-SUN, INC ., KENT, CONN . 06757
TEL. (203) 927-358 1,

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