Toyoset Omni 230 Type C Operation And Maintenance Instructions

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PORTABLE KEROSENE HEATER

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS

MODELOmni 230

(TYPE C)

IMPORTANT
READ AND UNDERSTAND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING HEATER.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
This heater is designed to be used at altitudes up to 1,300m above sea level. Consult with your dealer otherwise.

CONTENTS

SAFETY TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

FUEL GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

CARE AND MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

OPERATING CONTROLS AND FEATURES . . . . . 4

REPLACEMENT OF PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

COMPONENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Congratulations; you are ready to begin enjoying the benefits of one of the most popular kerosene (paraffin) heaters
ever made. TOYOTOMI, the leader in kerosene (paraffin) heater techonlogy, has tested and refined the Omni 230
to assure you of long-term safety and satisfaction. Please study the following instructions, use and care for your
heater carefully, and it will serve you well for many years.

SAFETY TIPS

BEFORE OPERATING YOUR HEATER, PLEASE review these safety tips:

WARNING

RISK OF EXPLOSION

1. NEVER use any fuel other than clean kerosene (paraffin).

NEVER use gasoline (petrol). Use of gasoline (petrol) can lead to uncontrollable flames
resulting in a destructive fire. Even kerosene (paraffin) contaminated with small amounts of
gasoline (petrol), or similarly volatile materials, can be hazardous. NEVER use a can for
kerosene (paraffin) that has previously been used for gasoline (petrol), paint thinner, or
solvents.

2. NEVER refill heater fuel tank when heater is operating or still hot. To do so may cause

a“flash back“ of flame to the fuel container, resulting in injury to yourself and your property.

3. NEVER use heater in areas where flammable vapors or gases may be present.

Especially avoid use of heater where gasoline (petrol), naphtha, acetone or other volatile
solvents are in the air, or whose containers are open. Such vapors could be ignited by the
heater, resulting in fire and/or explosion.

4. NEVER fill heater fuel tank in living space. Fill heater tank outdoors. NEVER overfill

yourheater. Always replace heater tank cap securely after refueling. Spillage of kerosene
(paraffin) produces strong odor which is hard to remove. Spillage on carpet can be ignited
if match or some other ignition source contacts it.

5. NEVER store or transport kerosene (paraffin) in other than a metal or plastic container that

is(1) acceptable for kerosene (paraffin), (2) non-red in color, and (3) clearly marked,
“KEROSENE (PARAFFIN)”. NEVER store kerosene (paraffin) in the living space. Picking
up a gasoline (petrol) can by mistake when fueling is a major cause of heater fires.

RlSK OF BURNS OR

FIRE

1. Observe the heater carefully for 15-20 minutes after start­up. Problems of improperadjustment of wick height or improperly seated heat chamber should
become evident during this warm up period.

NOTE: Carefully follow the instructions for lighting and adjusting the flame.

2. Due to high surface temperatures, keep away from children, furniture and clothing.

WARNING

3. DO NOT operate heater without protective guards completely attached.

4. DO NOT use heater to heat or boil water or as a cooking appliance. DO NOT placecooking
utensils, tea kettles or any other object on top of heater while in operation.

5. To avoid possible burns or fire, do not move, refuel or attempt to service your heaterwhile it is
burning or still hot. If the heater is dropped while it is burning, fuel spillage and flames outside the
heater may occur.

6. DO NOT operate heater less than one (1) meter from walls, draperies, clothing, orfurniture. The
operation of any heating appliance too close to such materials could cause them to ignite,
possibly resulting in a serious fire.

7. To avoid unstable burning, do not operate your heater in areas exposed to strong drafts.DO NOT
operate heater in high-traffic areas such as doorways or hallways where it may be touched, jarred
or tipped accidentally.

8. DO NOT operate heater in direct sunlight to avoid overheating, which may causeabnormal flame
behaivor. DO NOT allow room temperature to go above 25-30˚C. lf the room temperature
exceeds 25-30˚C the flame may increase, thereby producing smoke.

9. Before going out, or at bedtime, turn the heater off, making sure the wick is in its lowestposition
(see EXTINGUISHING THE FLAME on page 10) and flame is completely extinguished.

WARNING

RISK OF INDOOR AIR POLLUTlON

Use heater only in well-ventilated areas. People with breathing problems should consult a physician

before using the heater.

“In a house of typical construction, that is, one that is not of unusually tight construction due to heavy

insulation and tight seals against air infiltration, an adequate supply of air for combustion and
ventilation is provided through infiltration. However, if the heater is used in a small room where less
than 200 cubic feet (5.7m3) of air space is provided for each 1,000Btu per hour of heater rating (considering the
maximum burner adjustment), the door(s) to adjacent room(s) should be kept open or a window to the outside should
be opened at least 1 inch (25.4mm) to guard against potential buildup of indoor air pollution. DO NOT use the heater
in a bathroom or any other small room with the door closed.”

FUEL GUIDE

The Omni 230 is designed for use with high-quality kerosene (paraffin) only. Use of low-quality kerosene (paraffin)
will cause wick performance to drop, leading to “Iow flame” and “odor problem” conditions.

Purchase only kerosene (paraffin) in non-red cans reserved exclusively for kerosene (paraffin) and marked

accordingly with the word “KEROSENE (PARAFFIN)”. Always store your kerosene (paraffin) in a separate area from

where you store gasoline (petrol) for your power equipment, to avoid use of gasoline (petrol) in your heater.

What to Buy...

ALWAYS: Crystal clear, colorless, high quality KEROSENE (PARAFFIN).
ALWAYS: Kerosene (paraffin) free of contaminants, water or cloudiness.
NEVER: Gasoline (petrol), alcohol, white gas, camp stove fuel or additives.
NEVER: Yellow or sour-smelling fuel.

How to Use lt...

ALWAYS: Fill heater away from living quarters when heater is cool; use siphon.
ALWAYS: Check wick frequently for tar build-up. (Rapid, heavy build-up may

indicate poor quality or deteriorated fuel.)

ALWAYS: Watch fuel gauge to avoid over-filling heater.

How to Store lt...

ALWAYS: ln a clean container, clearly marked KEROSENE (PARAFFIN).
ALWAYS: Store away from direct sunlight, heat sources or extreme temperature changes.
NEVER: ln a glass container, or one that has been used for other fuels.
NEVER: For longer than 6 months. (Begin each heating season with fresh

kerosene (paraffin); discard at the end of the season.)

Why lt is lmportant...

Pure, clean kerosene (paraffin) is essential for safe and efficient heater operation. Poor quality or
contaminated kerosene (paraffin) can cause:

● Low flame

● Excess tar deposits on the wick

● Reduced wick life

● Odor, smoke

● Difficulty in igniting or extinguishing flame

Use of a highly volatile flammable fuel such as gasoline (petrol) can produce uncontrollable
flames, creating a severe fire hazard.

CAUTlON

Flames observed emerging from the heater body are a clear indication that fuel is dangerously contaminated with
gasoline (petrol) or other highly flammable material. If this occurs,

a. NEVER attempt to move the heater.
b. Call the Fire Department.
c. Use only a class “B” fire extinguisher.
d. NEVER throw water directly on a burning heater.

OPERATING CONTROLS AND

FEATURES

1. White Clean Heat Chamber:

Permits high heat output capacity without increasing unwanted combustible

materials.

2. Wick Life Extender:

Helps maintain good wick performance.

3. Wick Adjuster Knob:
Used to raise and lower wick for heat output adjustment and to ignite. To

extinguish flame, turn knob counterclockwise.

4. Fuel Tank Cap:
Covers filling port of fuel tank. Cap is secured to heater.

NOTE: Wipe away any spilled kerosene (paraffin) from tank after filling.

5. Fuel Gauge:
Indicates fuel level in tank.

NOTE: NEVER fill beyond black line.

6. Manual Shutoff:
Used to rapidly retract wick and extinguish flame.

NOTE: To avoid odor and smoke, do not use routinely to turn heater off. This

manual shutoff is not effective when gasoline (petrol), gasoline
(petrol)contaminated kerosene (paraffin), or other highly flammable fuels
are used in the heater.

7. Heat Chamber Handle:
Used to check and insure proper seating of the heat chamber after ignition.

lmproper seating of the heat chamber will cause erratic flame and smoke.

8. Unique Wick Design:
Triple wick construction combines specially-woven fibers for uniform shape,
strength and controlled kerosene (paraffin) absorption; chemically-treated cotton
fiber for water resistance, and vapor barrier for smooth wick retraction.