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NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER
UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING!
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PRECAUTIONS - SAFETY GUIDE 1
1. INTRODUCTION 2
2. FEATURES 2
3. UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY 4
4. KEROSENE (1-K OR NO. 1 FUEL OIL) 6
5. OVERVIEW OF HEATER DESIGN 7
6. FUELING YOUR HEATER 7
7. OPERATION 8
8. LONG TERM STORAGE OF YOUR HEATER 9
9. MAINTENANCE 10
10. TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE 14
11. WIRING DIAGRAM 15
12. SPECIFICATIONS 16
13 EXPLODED PARTS DRAWING(RMC-KFA65TDLX MODEL) 17
14. PARTS LIST(RMC-KFA65TDLX MODEL) 18
15. EXPLODED PARTS DRAWING(RMC-KFA120T/170TDLX MODEL) 19
16. PARTS LIST(RMC-KFA120T/170TDLX MODEL) 20
17. PARTS LIST(WHEELS AND HANDLE) 22
1. INTRODUCTION
Please read this USER’S MANUAL carefully. It will show you how to assemble, maintain, and operate the
heater safely and efficiently to obtain full benefits from its many built-in features.
2. FEATURES
CONTENTS OF USER’S MANUAL
Figure 1. RMC-KFA65TDLX
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NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER
UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING!
DANGER - IMPROPER USE OF THIS HEATER CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
FROM BURNS, FIRE, EXPLOSION, ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND/OR CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING.
WA R N I N G S :
1. RISK OF INDOOR AIR POLLUTION!
• Use this heater only in well ventilated areas. Provide at least a three-square foot (2,800 sq. cm.)
opening of fresh outside air for each 100,000 BTU/hr. of heater rating.
• People with breathing problems should consult a physician before using the heater.
• Carbon monoxide poisoning: Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu, with
headaches, dizziness and/or nausea. If you have these signs, the heater may not be working properly.
Get fresh air at once! Have the heater serviced. Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide
than others. These include pregnant women, persons with heart or lung disease or anemia, those under the
influence of alcohol, or those at high altitudes.
• Never use this heater in living or sleeping areas.
2. RISK OF B U R N S / F I R E / E X P L O S I O N !
• N E V E Ruse any fuel other than 1-K kerosene in this heater. #1 fuel oil is the only acceptable
s u b s t i t u t e .
• N E V E Ruse fuel such as gasoline, benzene, paint thinners or other oil compounds in this heater.
( R I S KO FF I R EO RE X P L O S I O N )
• N E V E Ruse this heater where flammable vapors may be present.
• N E V E Rrefill the heaters fuel tank while heater is operating or is still hot.
• This heater is E X T R E M E L YH O T while in operation. Keep all combustible materials away from heater.
Minimum Clearances: Outlet: 8 feet (250cm) / Sides, top and rear: 4 feet (125cm)
• N E V E Rblock air inlet (rear) or air outlet (front) of heater.
• N E V E Ruse duct work in front or behind of heater.
• N E V E R move or handle heater while still hot.
• N E V E Rtransport heater with fuel in it’s tank.
• When used with an optional thermostat or if equipped with a thermostat heater may start at any time.
• A L W A Y Slocate heater on a stable and level surface.
• A L W A Y Skeep children and animals away from heater.
• Bulk fuel storage should be a minimum of 25 ft. from heaters, torches, portable generators or
other sources of ignition. All fuel storage should be in accordance with federal, state or local
authorities having jurisdiction.
3. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
• Use only the electrical power (voltage and frequency) specified on the model plate of the heater.
• Use only a three-prong, grounded outlet and extension cord.
• A L W A Y Sinstall the heater so that it is not directly exposed to water spray, rain, dripping water or wind.
• A L W A Y Sunplug the heater when not in use.
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS: This heater produces carbon monoxide, which is listed by the State of
California as a reproductive toxin under Proposition 65.
MASSACHUSETTS RESIDENTS: Massachusetts state law prohibits the use of this heater in any
building which is used in whole or in part for human habitation. Use of this heating device in
Massachusetts requires local fire dept. permit (M.E.L.C. 148, Section 10A.)
CANADIAN RESIDENTS: Use of this heater shall be in accordance with authorities having
jurisdiction and CSA Standard B139.