Toyotomi KS-47B User Manual

PORTABLE KEROSENE HEATER

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

MODEL KS-47B

IMPORTANT

READ AND UNDERSTAND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING HEATER.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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 advanced kerosene
(paraffin) heaters ever made. TOYOTOMI, the leader in kerosene (paraffin) heater techonlogy, has tested and
refined the KS-47B 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 for kerosene (paraffin) a can 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
your heater. 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.

WARNING

RlSK OF BURNS OR FIRE

1. Observe the heater carefully for fifteen to twenty (15-20) minutes after start-up.
Problems of improper adjustment 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.

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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 place

cooking 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

heater while 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 90cm (3 feet) from walls, draperies, clothing, or

furniture. 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 cause

abnormal flame behaivor. Do not allow room temperature to go above 30˚C. lf the
room temperature exceeds 30˚C the flame may increase, thereby producing smoke.

9. Before fueling, going out, or at bedtime, always turn the heater off, making sure the

wick is in its lowest position (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 5.7m

of air space is provided for each 250kcal (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 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.”

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(200 cubic feet)

FUEL GUIDE

The TOYOTOMI KS-47B 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 accidental 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: 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.

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OPERATING CONTROLS

AND FEATURES

1. Safety Guard

9. Heat Chamber Handle

8. Manual Shutoff

7. Fuel Gauge

1. Safety Guard: Prevents direct touch on the heat chamber, greatly reducing the possibility of
accidental contact burns to the heat chamber.

2. Heat Chamber: Permits adjustment of heat output without increasing unwanted combustion
materials or reducing combustion efficiency. This feature increases comfort and
convenience while maximizing fuel savings.

3. Wick Adjuster Knob: Used to raise and lower wick for heat output adjustment. To extinguish flame
turn knob counterclockwise.

2. Heat Chamber

4 . Wick Life Extender

3 . Wick Adjuster Knob

5. Igniter Lever

6. Fuel Tank Cap

4. Wick Life Extender: Helps maintain good wick performance.

5. Igniter Lever:

6. Fuel Tank Cap: Covers filling port of fuel tank.

7. Fuel Gauge: Indicates fuel level in tank.

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

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

Battery-powered electrical igniter is brought in contact with to ignite fuel at start-up.
NOTE: Lever should be pushed down gently.

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

NOTE: Never fill beyond black line.

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.

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

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