GENERAL HAZARD WARNING:
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE ASSEMBLING, STARTING, OR SERVICING THE HEATER. Be sure to comply with the
instructions and warnings provided with this heater. Failure to comply can result in fire or explosion
that can cause property loss, bodily injury, or loss of life. Only persons who can follow and
understand these instructions should operate or service this heater.
NOT FOR USE IN RESIDENTIAL LIVING AREAS OR IN ENCLOSED SPACES
WITHOUT ADEQUATE VENTILATION. INDOOR USE PERMITTED ONLY FOR
THE TEMPORARY HEATING OF BUILDINGS OR STRUCTURES UNDER CONSTRUCTION,
ALTERATION OR REPAIR. This is an unvented portable heater that uses air (Oxygen) from within
the area in which it is used. Failure to provide adequate combustion and ventilation air will result in
asphyxiation, carbon monoxide poisoning, bodily injury or death. Refer to “Ventilation” on Page 7.
This appliance shall be installed in accordance with the rules in force,
and used only in sufficiently ventilated space. Consult instructions before
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Safety Information
FIRE, BURN, INHALATION AND EXPLOSION HAZARD. Keep combustibles such
as; building materials, paper or cardboard a safe distance away from the heater
as recommended by these instructions. Never use the heater in spaces which contain products
such as gasoline, solvents, paint thinners, dust particles, volatile or airborne combustibles or any
unknown chemicals. This is an unvented portable heater. It uses air (Oxygen) from the area in
which it is used. Adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided. Refer to “Ventilation”
on page 7. Bulk fuel storage should be a minimum of 25 feet from heater.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS HEATER UNTIL YOU HAVE READ AND THOROUGHLY
UNDERSTAND THESE SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
Failure to comply with the precautions and instructions provided with this heater can result in death,
serious bodily injury, property loss or damage from the hazards of fire, soot production, explosions,
burns, asphyxiation or carbon monoxide poisoning. Only persons who can read and understand
these instructions should use or service this heater.
DO NOT START THE HEATER WHEN EXCESS OIL HAS ACCUMULATED.
DO NOT START THE HEATER WHEN THE CHAMBER IS HOT.
THE INSTALLATION OF THIS HEATER SHALL COMPLY WITH THE REGULATIONS OF THE
AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience or and knowledge
if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a
safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
Look for this icon throughout the manual for helpful tips on how to
assemble, use and clean your KFA Heater.
Read The Instruction manual: When this symbol is
marked on a product, it means that the instruction
forced air heaters are primarily intended for
use for temporary heating of buildings under
construction, alteration or repair. Direct-red
means that all of the combustion products of the
heater enter the heated space. This appliance
is rated at 98% combustion efciency, but does
produce small amounts of carbon monoxide.
Carbon monoxide is toxic. Humans can tolerate
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
MAY LEAD TO DEATH!
only small amounts of carbon monoxide and so
precautions should be taken to provide proper
ventilation. Failure to provide proper ventilation
in accordance with the instructions in this manual
can result in death.
People with breathing problems should consult a
physician before using this heater.
Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning
resemble the u. Symptoms of improper
ventilation / carbon monoxide poisoning are:
Headache • Dizziness • Nausea • Dry Mouth
Sore Throat • Burning of Nose and Eyes
If you experience any of these symptoms:
GET FRESH AIR AT ONCE! Have your heater
serviced and check for proper ventilation. Some
people are more affected by carbon monoxide
than others. These include: pregnant women,
those with heart or lung problems, anemia or those
under the influence of alcohol or at high altitudes.
Not For Indoor Use. Indoor use permitted only
for the temporary heating of buildings under
construction, alteration or repair!
Provide at least a three square foot (2,800 sq
cm) opening of outside air for every 100,000
Btu / Hr heater rating. Refer to “Ventilation” on
page 7 for further instructions.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
ALWAYS use only the electrical power (voltage and
frequency) specified on the model plate of the heater.
ALWAYS use only approved, grounded socket and
properly rated extension cables.
ALWAYS unplug the heater when not in use.
ALWAYS install the heater so that it is not directly
exposed to water spray, rain, dripping water, or wind.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by a special cord or assemble available
from the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualied persons in order to avoid a
hazard
RISK OF BURNS, FIRE AND
EXPLOSION!
NEVER use fuels such as gasoline, benzine, paint
thinners or other oil compounds in this heater.
NEVER refill the heater’s fuel tank while the
heater is operating or still hot. This heater is
EXTREMELY HOT while in operation.
NEVER block air inlet (rear) or air outlet (front).
NEVER use duct work in front or rear of heater.
NEVER move or handle heater while still hot.
NEVER transport heater with fuel in tank.
NEVER use with an external fuel tank.
Keep all combustible materials away from this heater.
CAUTION! HOT WHILE IN
OPERATION. DO NOT TOUCH.
KEEP CHILDREN, ANIMALS, CLOTHING AND
COMBUSTIBLES AWAY FROM HEATER.
Minimum Clearance From Combustibles
Top
Sides
Front
FF 45FF 70
1.2 m1.2 m1.2 m1.2 m1.2 m
1.2 m1.2 m1.2 m1.2 m1.2 m
2.4 m2.4 m2.4 m2.4 m3.1 m
FF 125FF 175FF 215
ALWAYS locate heater on a stable and level surface.
If your heater is equipped with a thermostat,
once it is plugged in, it can start at anytime in
accordance with the thermostat setting.
3. Slide wheel onto axle and hold in place with the
axle nuts. (See Figure 5).
Wheel Support Frame
10. Secure the rear handle with (2) short screws (30
mm) and (2) nuts and tighten firmly
11. Replace wheels with the valve facing out and
tighten with the wheel nuts.
12. Tilt heater back down onto wheels and check all
screws and nuts to make sure they are secure.
Tire
Axle
Axle Nut
Spacer
Figure 5
Tip: Do not tighten the nuts fully. You will
need to remove the wheels in a later step.
4. Place heater on wheel support and line up holes
on the fuel tank lip.
5. Attach front handle with (2) long screws
(50 mm) and (2) nuts through the second hole
from the front on both sides of the tank lip and
wheel support frame and tighten firmly.
6. Insert (2) short screws (30 mm) through the first
hole from the front in the tank lip and tighten
firmly. Make certain all (4) screws are secure.
7. Attach rear handle with (2) long screws
(50 mm) and (2) nuts through the third hole from
the rear of the heater on either side. (See Figure
6)
8. Tilt the heater up gently so it is resting on the
front handle.
Tip: You will secure the back of the rear
handle in a later step by tilting the heater
up the front handle as shown in figure 7
Tank Lip
Wheel Support Frame
Figure 6
12
Front HandleRear Handle
Unused Hole
NOTE: DO NOT do this if there is fuel in the tank.
9. Remove the wheels to secure the second set of
screws through the rear handle.
strongly suggested that parafn be used.
parafn has been rened to virtually eliminate
contaminants, such as sulfur, which can cause
a rotten egg odor during the operation of the
heater. Using diesel fuel can cause excess soot
production. Do not use Bio-Diesel as this fuel will
damage your heater’s seals and lter.
NEVER REFUEL THIS HEATER
WHILE IT IS HOT OR
OPERATING. FIRE OR EXPLOSION COULD
RESULT.
NEVER FILL THE FUEL TANK
INDOORS. ALWAYS FILL
THE TANK OUTDOORS. BE SURE THAT
THE HEATER IS ON LEVEL GROUND WHEN
FUELING, AND NEVER OVERFILL THE TANK.
DO NOT USE GASOLINE OR
CRANKCASE DRAININGS.
- Risk of indoor air pollution and Carbon
Monoxide Poisoning. Use heater only in well
ventilated areas.
- Refer to Safety Information on pages 1-2 for
information about Carbon Monoxide Poisoning.
- ALWAYS provide a fresh air opening in the heated
space of at least 2,800 cm2 for each 29 kW of
heater output. Provide a larger opening if more
heaters are being used.
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
MAY LEAD TO DEATH!
Minimum Ventilation Opening Needed
FF 45FF 70
1.4 ft.²2.1 ft.²3.8 ft.²5.3 ft.²6.5 ft.²
43 cm²64 cm²116 cm²162 cm²199 cm²
FF 125FF 175FF 215
- NEVER use fuel such as benzene, alcohol, white
glass, camp stove fuel, paint thinners, or other oil
compounds in this heater. THESE ARE VOLATILE
FUELS THAT CAN CAUSE A FIRE OR
EXPLOSION.
- NEVER store paraffin in the living space. Paraffin
ambient temperature of -20° C.
should be stored in a well ventilated area outside
the living area.
- NEVER store paraffin in direct sunlight or near a
source of heat.
- NEVER use paraffin that has been stored from one
season to the next. Paraffin deteriorates over time.
from the power mains and keep all electrical
components from becoming wet. Only a
qualified technician should service the
heater
OLD Paraffin WILL NOT BURN PROPERLY IN
THIS HEATER.
NOTE: Parafn should only be stored in a blue
where necessary, convert this heater for use
with other fuel types.
container that is clearly marked “Parafn.” Never
store parafn in a red container. Red is associated
with gasoline.
This appliance is designed to
operate safely at a minimum
Use caution when servicing in
wet areas. Disconnect power
A qualified technician is
required to install, adjust and,
2. Turn thermostat control knob to desired
temperature setting. The thermostat set range
is from 4.5 ºC to 43.4 ºC.
3. Move power switch to “On” position. The
power indicator light and room temperature
display will illuminate and heater will ignite.
(See Figure 10)
TIP: If the heater does not ignite, the
thermostat may be set too low. Turn
the control knob to a higher setting until the
heater ignites. If the heater does not ignite;
move switch to “Off” position, check steps 1-3
above and then move switch to “On” position.
NOTE: If if the heater still does not ignite, refer to
“Troubleshooting Guide” on page 12.
TIP: If the heater does not ignite; move
switch to “Off” position, check steps 1-3
above and then move switch to “On” position.
Stopping / Restarting Heater:
- To stop the heater, move the power switch to the
“Off” position and unplug the power cord.
- To restart the heater; wait 10 seconds and follow
ignition steps.
NOTE: If if the heater still does not ignite, refer to
“Troubleshooting Guide” on page 12.
NOTE: The FF 45 and FF 70 do not have
a room temperature display feature.
The room temperature display will indicate the
following:
- When the temperature is less than -17.8 ºC the
display says “LO”.
- When the temperature is more that 37.3 ºC the
display says “HI”.
- Between -17.8 °C and 37.3 °C the display shows
actual temperature.
Stopping / Restarting Heater:
- To stop the heater, move the power switch to the
“Off” position and unplug the power cord.
- To restart the heater; wait 10 seconds and follow
ignition steps.
1. Use an approved siphon to drain fuel through the
fuel cap opening.
Models FF 125 / FF 175 / FF 215:
1. Drain fuel through the drain plug in the bottom
of the fuel tank.
2. To remove the drain plug, pull the plug grip
downward and remove the seal head from the
drain hole in the tank. (See Figure 11)
Service:
Never service heater while it is
plugged in or hot!
DO NOT TAMPER WITH THE UNIT. HAVE
A COMPETENT SERVICEMAN MAKE ANY
NECESSARY ADJUSTMENT OR REPAIRS.
Use only original equipment parts. The use of
alternate or third party components can cause unsafe
operating conditions.
Drain Plug
Drain Plug Grip
Figure 11
(Pull Down)
3. Using a small amount of parafn, rinse and
swirl the parafn inside of the fuel tank, empty
the tank fully.
4. To replace the drain plug; push the drain head
fully into the drain hole and secure by pushing
the seal cap fully into the head hole.
(See Figure 12)
Drain Plug
Fuel Tank
Seal Head
Head Flange
Seal Cap
We suggest following a maintenance schedule as follows:
FUEL / FUEL TANK:
Flush tank every 200 hours of operation or as needed.
TIP: Follow the long term storage
instructions to ush the tank.
DO NOT ush with water, use fresh parafn only.
AIR FILTERS:
The air intake lter should be replaced or washed
with soap and water and dried thoroughly every 500
hours of operation or less depending on conditions.
The output and lint lters should be replaced
every 500 hours of operation or less depending
on conditions.
NOTE: Use of diesel fuel may require
additional maintenance
Blades should be cleaned at least once per
heating season, depending on conditions.
Remove all accumulated dust and dirt with a
damp cloth, taking care not to bend any of the
fan blades. Be sure the blades are dry before
re-starting the heater. For fan assembly removal
see Figure 14.
Set Screw
Motor Shaft
SPARK PLUG:
Clean and re-gap every 600 hours of operation, or
replace as needed. After removing the spark plug,
clean the terminals with a wire brush. Re-gap the
terminals to 0.140” (3.5mm) See Figure 16.
Spark Plug
Burner Head
Gap
Fan Blade
Figure 14
FUEL FILTER:
The fuel filter should be cleaned at least twice
per heating season. Clean the filter by rinsing it
in clean Paraffin. Contaminated fuel could make
cleaning the fuel filter necessary immediately.
NOTE: To remove the filter from models
FF 45 / FF 70 turn filter 90º clockwise. To
remove the filter from models 125 / 175 / FF
215 turn filter 90º counter-clockwise. See
Figure 15.
Fuel Filter
Fuel Line
Side Cover
Figure 16
Ignitor Wire
PHOTOCELL:
The photocell should be cleaned using a cotton
swab dipped in alcohol or water at least once
per heating season, or more depending on
conditions. See Figure 17.
While heater is operating, turn adjusting screw
clockwise to increase, counter-clockwise to
decrease pressure. Correct pump pressure is as
follows:
Model NumberPump Pressure
FF 453.0 PSI / 0.21 BAR
FF 703.7 PSI / 0.26 BAR
FF 1254.5 PSI / 0.31 BAR
FF 1756.5 PSI / 0.45 BAR
FF 2158.0 PSI / 0.55 BAR
Tolerance ± 10%
Pressure Valve
NOZZLES:
Nozzles should be cleaned or replaced at least
once per heating season. Contaminated fuel could
make this necessary immediately. To clean dirt
from nozzle, blow compressed air through nozzle
front. It may be necessary to soak the nozzle in
paraffin to loosen any dirt particles.
Nozzle
Nozzle Face
Burner Head
Figure 19
Adjusting Screw
Figure 18
Wiring Diagram
CN1
ACIN 2
FUSE
ACIN 1
BLEU: FF 70
RED: FF 125 / FF 125 / FF 215
*
BLACK
*
IGNITOR
*
ORANGE
PINK
BLACK
BLACK
PUMP
MOTOR
WHITE
GREEN
EARTH
WHITE
NOTE:
Models 125 / 175 / FF 215 have a
digital display.