Unlock the Secret to Smoke-Free Heat Torpedo Kerosene Heater Repair & Adjustment

[@donbennett1335]

Best easy to follow how to video I have seen thank you

[@baldeagle242]

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching. 😁👍

[@silverfox-59]

What causes flames to shoot out from the front of the heater?

[@greenpea9412]

Wow do I owe you a thank you. I just drug my old "REDDY HEATER 55" from our garage at the back of our property out to use in the House garage and when i plugged it in after filling it nothing...... I figured it sat to long so I looked at a couple of box stores and was just about to go get one and thought.......KZbin? more than likely some kind of trouble shooting video. I had no idea these things were so elementry and all it took after I opened the hood was to shoot some WD40 on a rusty looking shaft connected to the fan that was not turning and "Bazinga" . That thing spun freeley and fired right up. You sir saved me $170.00 because in my mind it was broke and needed replaced. Thank you again Sir. Your video more than likely has saved several people money that thought this was a big ordeal to mess with. I swear KZbin has more valuable lessons than college ever did.

[@baldeagle242]

I'm so happy to hear this. Thank you for taking the time to comment. 🦅🇺🇸

[@fishnriver]

I like video's like yours, right to the point, no B.S, music just to the point. Thanks.

[@baldeagle242]

+@fishnriver Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. kzbin.info/aero/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a

[@gregbakke8296]

Excellent video. I dug into mine after it sat for a couple years. I was surprised how simple they are.

[@edrollit-gi5sm]

Thanks for the video, very clear, just got my heater working after being sat for 20 years. Had no idea what was inside these things, but just needed to free the vanes and set the air pressure and it came back to life immediately. Thanks, from the UK!

[@baldeagle242]

That’s awesome! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!

[@Stover1928]

Very helpful video. No bs just strait forward and easy to follow. Thank you

[@baldeagle242]

+@Stover1928 Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. kzbin.info/aero/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a

[@wuzgoanon9373]

One of the best presentations I have ever seen. Very helpful for my situation. Thank you.

[@baldeagle242]

Glad it was helpful! 😁👍

[@PapaRug.58]

I had one last winter give me grief pulled it apart and found the hoses all weather cracked changed them all an away she went Good job

[@johnanderson3405]

Just bought a new Master heater today. Works great for the 5 minutes that I used it. Just wanted to see how exactly they work. Pretty much like my forced air oil furnace. Thanks for sharing your knowledge sir. 😊

[@baldeagle242]

Yes, they are very similar to a forced air oil furnace. 😁👍

[@patlarentz6500]

Thank you! I have a Master 135,000 btu. Use it like you said, get up to temp, then try to maintain with woodstove. Never knew what was involved, thought these were complicated machines. Nice to know I can trouble shoot & repair instead of opting for other avenues. Thanks again for the time you put into the video!

[@brandonlyle4933]

I had the pleasure of meeting bald eagle and he is a super nice knowledgeable guy!

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you Brandon! It was a pleasure meeting you as well. I hope to see you around on future videos. 😁👍

[@williemaykit7940]

Good informative video! I Just fixed a 70,000 btu Reddy Heater a couple of years ago using KZbin. It's long in the tooth and I need to work on it again. Thanks for the memory jogger!

[@baldeagle242]

You’re welcome. I’m happy it helped. Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

[@ericgilhart5951]

I had got a new one from a local store for $20 it was a return the only thing that was wrong with it was a clamp was in the way of the fan I really like those heaters thanks for the video

[@baldeagle242]

That's awesome. Thanks for watching, Eric. 😁👍

[@kurtzitzlerjr6560]

Thank you much appreciated my fuel pressure just needed to be turned up now I'm not freezing in my shop and didn't need to spend the money I do not have thank you so much 👍

[@baldeagle242]

You're welcome. I'm glad it was able to help you.

[@michaelrichter1465]

Good video, clearly explaining operation. I had to do lots of web surfing to figure mine out some years ago. They truly are a simple design and like you said, parts are readily available. Good job.

[@baldeagle242]

+@michaelrichter1465 Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. kzbin.info/aero/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a

[@tmarcwilson600]

Excellent video, not one moment wasted, and I definitely learned something good

[@jonosada5555]

Just put all new parts in it fire's tight up !! Thank you for giving a awesome video!!! Enjoy the B.T.Ynot . STAY WARM AND SAFE !!

[@jaypreston552]

Great video, easy to understand and actually helpful. Thank you.

[@shawnmarks1400]

Helped me tremendously I couldn't figure out why mine was making my eye burn and realized it only had 2.5 psi thanks to your video

[@baldeagle242]

That’s great! Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment. 😁👍

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Great job and great information. I learned something new today, thank you. Yes sir, I agree, we installed a mini split unit in our shop and love it. Thanks for sharing my friend.

[@baldeagle242]

I wish I had installed a mini-split years ago! So efficient, out of the way and can even be controlled on my phone by WIFI! Much more efficient than Kereosen, Propane, or a traditional electric heater. Thanks for watching @Raley's Small Engines

[@gregmaxfield4405]

I must have missed this video in your series. Have never seen a Torpedo Kerosene heater before. Very simple gadget. Another very enjoyable 'how to' video. 🙂🚜🐻 Bear Queensland Oztralia. Love your Work.

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you, sir. I appreciate you taking the time to watch. 😁👍

[@jameyg1819]

Thanks for the video. I have a two-year-old 140k BTU master. My pump pressure is supposed to be 6.6 and I'm running at about 3.4. This one comes with the gauge. The thing hasn't even been used that much. The adjustment screw is all the way in. I'm going to pull that out and check the spring and ball behind it. Then I will wrap the manifold bolts with teflon tape.

[@ipatchee007]

Thank you. Great demonstration. I have the Reddy Heater 55K. And actually was the same “guts” as the one you used to demonstrate. I think mine has a photo cell problem. But thanks Baldeagle!

[@baldeagle242]

You're welcome. Thank for watching. 😁👍

[@jonjanick6529]

great video bud, i really learned a thing or 2 troubleshooting mine, the knowledge that you have provide, ill recommend this video as a "1 stop shop" on the inter workings of turbo heaters

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you. 😁👍

[@mxm650]

I really appreciated this video! I saw these when I was a kid, but I never owned or ran one. I received an old one from a neighbor this summer. Now I'm confident that I can tune it up safely to take the edge off while I'm taking on a few garage projects this winter.

[@rigosend86]

Good video. I’ve never used one before but own one my brother in- law left at my house. I feel a little more comfortable trying to start it up.

[@PainterD54]

I noticed a kerosene smell when I first got mine, because I never knew about changing the pump pressure to make it burn cleaner. Now that I know how to adjust them to burn cleaner, I switched to burning diesel instead. I don't get any smell with diesel like I do with kerosene and diesel puts out more BTUs than kerosene and is also alot cheaper. So now by using diesel with the pump running at the proper pressure, I have a nice hot, clean burning heater with no smoke or smell. I delute the diesel with a diesel fuel treatment or little alcohol. I also treat the fuel with Seafoam during the off season and it stays fresh.

[@MeltingRubberZ28]

Great video. Going to troubleshoot mine shortly. So I actually also have a mini split in my garage. What I'm actually planning on doing is using the heater a few feet away from the condenser to throw some heat into the condenser when its ~15F outside.

[@baldeagle242]

I’ve never thought about doing that. In theory that should work! My mini-split is basically useless below 0.

[@MeltingRubberZ28]

@baldeagle242 give it a try and see! We are planning a party that utilizes that space and the mini split is the only source of heat. Hoping the torpedo heater will make the mini split run quite hot even in the colder weather.

[@baldeagle242]

@MeltingRubberZ28 I’m curious to hear how it works out! Please post a follow up!

[@LB-gq7pr]

Great video! Thanks for showing and explaining everything in such detail.

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

[@samuelkearney880]

A very helpful video indeed. I have one which burns dirty and although the spark looks good across the electrode gap the fuel doesn't ignite very well and the end plate doesn't glow at all then it cuts out after 15 minutes. I'm thinking the air pump isn't making enough pressure to supply enough fuel and to get the fuel spraying a nice promised pattern to ignite well. Good video you did, thank you.

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you

[@TheRustyRooster]

Good info, those are great little shop heaters, I have a propane one now.

[@timwells7983]

Great video and knowledge sharing.

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you. 😁👍

[@cebasmb8250]

Glad i came across your channel.... i have one of these heater and just about where the fire 🔥 blaze i use a circle saw cut it out and installed a 4 inch metal pipe as a exhaust and install a duck fan so i sucks the exhaust out and works fantastic heat my barn

[@richardbryant5773]

Great information thanks

[@baldeagle242]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

[@ChrisXOutdoors]

Dude I love your videos. You always keep my attention the whole time. Great work brother 👍🏼

[@baldeagle242]

I appreciate that! Thank you Chris. 😁👍🦅🇺🇸

[@jasonmayne1]

Thank you so much for making this very detailed and efficient video!! Really helped me understand what’s happening in my 1960’s 140k Sears heater. Still runs, but very stinky; gonna swap out the kerosene for starters. Ps; the last part in the vid about heat sources is exactly the thoughts we’re working thru now! Will probably just do the mini-split like you suggest. Stay warm! Jason

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for watching. 😁👍

[@carlosedgardovila4716]

Gracias a usted, aprendí de como funciona y ajuste del mismo, no tenía la mas mínima idea, mil gracias nuevamente.

[@baldeagle242]

+@carlosedgardovila4716 Thanks for watching! Hopefully you’ll find other videos I’ve posted interesting or useful. kzbin.info/aero/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a

[@markcole6475]

I should probably check my heater over ! Had it for 20+ years and never had it apart! I’ve used it almost every winter at some point …usually just a tank or 2! Great informative video!

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you! With a little maintenance and clean fuel they will run a very long time. 😁👍

[@robkeefe7045]

Great info man. Saving me money 💰!!

[@theidahodian4518]

No nonsense video. Helpful. Liked and Subscribed.

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you! 🦅🇺🇸

[@petermccuskey1832]

Thanks for the great info.

[@LewisMowersandBoats]

Heat is very important to me .i want to be comfortable in my shop .when working in the shop if your not comfortable ....you will makes mistakes 😅 thanks for sharing brother 😀 🙏

[@baldeagle242]

You’re welcome my friend. I think I’ve tried just about every heating option there is available at some point. I had a wood stove in my shop for years but it wasn’t convenient for a quick repair and took up a lot of space. I gave up on kerosene because of cost and smell. Currently I have an 18k mini-split that works very well down to about 20f with a 220 electric heater backup. If it gets really cold or I have the door open I have a 30k forced air propane heater. This is also great if I want to heat the shop quickly. The mini-split also does fantastic in the summer when I need AC.

[@william38022]

I have an older torpedo heater. It’s smaller the kind without wheels it just sits on the floor. It’s a Toro. I bought used 17 or 18 years ago for $40 and it’s worked good however this year I went to turn it on and it blew black smoke. It was having trouble igniting. I tried it a couple of times and it finally did start and worked real good and then all of a sudden the flame 🔥 went out but the fan was still running the fuels probably a year old maybe slightly more I’m thinking about tearing into it seeing if I can fix it if not, it’ll get a free sign after I drained the fuel out and be placed out front however I’m hopeful I can fix it I believe I’ll change the fuel first.

[@baldeagle242]

Fresh Fuel is definitely the first thing to try. Black smoke can be a sign of reduced air flow, clogged air filter or a higher pressure adjustment. It can also be caused by an obstruction in the main jet that’s spraying fuel in a solid stream(should be a uniform mist) or off to the sides away from the igniter.

[@william38022]

@ thanks 👍😊

[@baldeagle242]

@@william38022 You’re welcome. There’s not a lot to the older style heaters. I’m not a big fan of the newer styles with electronic control boards with a lot more complicated components to fail. It’s worth spending a little time fixing an older heater that will probably still be running long after the new ones fail with quickly unavailable “obsolete” components. With that said… I love the free at the curb heaters. 😜👍

[@williammcilrath9828]

AS USUAL A VERY INFORMATIVE VID. THANKS BROTHER BILL

[@wisamabazly]

Great video, thank you

[@billburns8210]

this was the best how to video of these torpedo heater I've seen yet. I'm having trouble with my DXH190HD Dewalt not burning properly even though the pressure gauge(8.5 psi) is exactly where it should be, even though it had been burning very well. Then all of a sudden when I turned it on and day and it began to smoke and the burn was not smooth, like more and then less and lots of smoke. This was the first time this did this to me. Wonder if it is the fuel, for the fuel is somewhere about 3 years old, maybe 4. But I heard that Kerosene is very good for at least 5 and can stay good for longer.

[@baldeagle242]

I would not rely on Kerosene that is more than a year or two old. It does last longer than gas or other fuels but does degrade as it ages. I would also pull the nozzle off and clean it very well. It likely something stock in the nozzle.

[@billmakros7873]

love your videos amd always informative

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you.

[@Forward10000]

Thanks for the video. Helpful to know I can test with the cover off.

[@baldeagle242]

It’s not ideal with the cover off but it can be done for testing.

[@curtchase3730]

The top cover should be ON! Must cover from the fan motor to the discharge end. The air needs to be directed through the heating chamber.

[@joyfuljeff9128]

I love how you took the time to really explain in detail everything what you were doing about the heater because the photo cell I did not know what that was for. My problem is that once it runs and there's no smoke, I'll put the cover on it and start it up. THEN IT SMOKES LIKE CRAZY ⁉️ Now it's fixed, the air hose had a little crack or leak at the end.

[@baldeagle242]

That may be old fuel or a clogged nozzle.

[@williamthomas1977]

great video! It gave me an idea of what to check. I can't get mine to glow it was running fine and ended up ringing off my fuel adjuster trying to make it glow. maybe the little black blades are stuck.

[@danieltaylor4819]

Good info!

[@glennsvoboda6602]

I've had a procome where the ignitor was tilted away from the nozzle. Removing the mounting bracket from the chamber re- bending this bracket did the trick!!

[@baldeagle242]

+@glennsvoboda6602 Great info! Thanks for watching and taking the time to share this tip! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. kzbin.info/aero/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a

[@vincentshelpfulhints4085]

My ready heater stopped working about 20 years ago, still has fuel in it. I am pretty sure mine will have the spark plug, I am thinking that is the problem, This summer i am going to drain the old fuel out and start trouble shooting, Thanks for the video this will help me in fixing mine.. I know making videos is time consuming but i really appreciate them.

[@baldeagle242]

Let us know how it works out. Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

[@gregpeterson5067]

Great video, very informative !!

[@baldeagle242]

+@gregpeterson5067 Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. kzbin.info/aero/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a

[@edp9743]

Cover must be on unit to get a good read on the targets heat color.

[@baldeagle242]

This is correct. The air flow is much different with the covers off and it will effect the amount of heat generated. Thanks for watching. 😁👍

[@judyfurlong4382]

Great video

[@dakotasclassiccars7246]

Great info!

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

[@pt115823]

Thanks

[@cody1995evo]

I have an old ready heater 25 years old she just quit today one of the fan blades let go so I went out and got a Dewalt one on sale 200 bucks

[@lincolndavis1438]

Great job on video and information 👍🏻👍🏻😎

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you. 🦅🇺🇸

[@ronmolihan5503]

Very good info thank you.

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

[@MrSebesta]

you installed the outlet filter backwards. This is a problem since the passage for the pressure chamber can read correctly. The screened portion of the filter faces rearward.

[@baldeagle242]

I’m surprised no one else has noticed this before now. I realized this while I was editing the video and took it back apart and turned it around. Good catch. 😁👍

[@MickeyMishra]

The next time somebody brings up the green new deal or something about electric cars or any of that horse nonsense, they should go out and talk to folks who live in a cold climate and tell them exactly how these green new deal bogus works. I am absolutely 100% surprised that most of these people who are making some of these rules and regulations have never stepped foot in any place or have even seen snow. Let alone any cold weather.I enjoyed the video very much.

[@baldeagle242]

Amen, my friend! Well, said! Thank you for watching, and thank you for the comment.

[@Edgar-xf2un]

Awesome video!! Thank you!!!

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you. 😁👍

[@pauls.2526]

Great video thanks 😊

[@baldeagle242]

You’re welcome. Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment. 😁👍

[@MrEd-kk7uj]

Very informative .... Thanks....

[@baldeagle242]

+@MrEd-kk7uj Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. kzbin.info/aero/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a

[@vinesgarage328]

Whats up with it when your fuel pressure wont go above a certain amount? have a 175000 btu. Nice video!

[@baldeagle242]

Most likely you have an air leak somewhere. If that's not it you may have a broken or stuck vein in the pump or a weak pump motor.

[@simonsays8935]

I like the gauge and the link you provided for it. I notice you have attachments on the gauge. Do I need them? Could you link the attachments for the gauge also. Thanks!!!

[@baldeagle242]

I don't recall ordering the attachments. I may have already had them.

[@baldeagle242]

I'll take a look at it and see if I can't find a link for it when I have a little time.

[@baldeagle242]

This should be everything you will need. www.amazon.com/dp/B082V8FJQJ/?tag=eagle0f1-20 www.amazon.com/dp/B003PDNEB6/?tag=eagle0f1-20

[@murrayreid2644]

Best vid I've seen o n these. Thanks. PS, just went down to shop and got my 235K heater fixed, was blowing too much fuel, turned screw down and not throwing flame anymore but still smokes when turns off, but I can live with that. Maybe better when I get winter diesel in it ?

[@baldeagle242]

The type or age of the fuel can play a key role in how much it smokes.

[@RepairGang]

What fuel you using kerosene or diesel?

[@baldeagle242]

No clue what's in it. I'm sure that's why it's smoking. At best it's 2-year-old Kerosene. I didn't have any fresh Kerosene to put in it.

[@BigJohn-s9o]

Great video.. i have spark and fuel. All my filters are clean even the fuel filter.my fan cuts on but im still not getting fire.. . Mine has a gauge and it stays on zero. I don't know if it has to fire up for it to read and pressure? When i cut it on i see the spark and hear the blower then it shuts off by itself in about 15 seconds because its not igniting

[@baldeagle242]

It sounds like a fuel supply issue from what you’ve described. You should see pressure as soon as it tries to start.

[@bruceschmitz1984]

Thanks great info

[@baldeagle242]

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching. 😁👍

[@taylormach1699]

Thanks for the info.

[@baldeagle242]

+@taylormach1699 Thank you for sharing your comment! We hope to see you around in the future as well. youtube.com/@baldeagle242 Wishing you all the best! 😊👍

[@Trifiveguy]

Hey there my 150000 btu Dayton works great until a few day ago my problem was I have a sticking bearing in the electric motor and I would spray WD-40 to free up the bearings so the fan would spin obviously it eventually gummed up the vanes some how and I would have to clean the rotor up with brake cleaner , well the other day I assembled it as I done in the past and as I turn the fan to see how it would spin and I heard crunching I must of installed the parts in wrong anyway have u ever replaced the bearing in the electric motor ? They are expensive motors to replace rather tinker with replacing the bearings first ?

[@baldeagle242]

I’ve never replaced the bearings in one. I’ve been lucky enough to have a few spare motors when I needed one. I’d have to pull it apart and look at it to see if they are replaceable.

[@Trifiveguy]

@@baldeagle242 gonna pull mine apart this week and take a look

[@dond2150]

thanks, very informative !

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for watching.

[@RepairGang]

This was posted 6am here lol

[@baldeagle242]

I set it as an instant premier as soon as I got it completed. I'm going to be out all day and won't be around to post it later.

[@dlawson8993]

Great video. I have a old 150 lawn boy from the early 90s still runs good.Do you thank the newer ones will last for year?I'm looking at getting 1 for the small garage around 80k btu.

[@baldeagle242]

Pretty much anything new is not going to outlast the ones from years ago. I have found that 30k btu is just about perfect for a small two car shop in southern Ohio. Anything bigger is overkill and a waste of fuel.

[@kayakfunnj]

Thanks for the video! My All Pro 55,000 runs for about 20 to 30 seconds, then billows smoke and shuts off. It never gets to glowing red in the front. I am thinking it is a bad photocell. What are your thoughts? Thanks!

[@baldeagle242]

Sounds like your on the right path.

[@bctaxidermy]

I have a 130,000 btu remington its a bit much for the garage. Can i turn the pressure down to get less heat if it dosent start smoking? Ive run kerosine diesel and jet fuel in it. The diesel seems to be the cleanest burning in mine. Kerosine is much more expensive than diesel. Jet fuel actually runs hottest I just happen to get some from work. I never did not adjust the pressure changing fuel types but I like the fuel options. Mine It seems to use a lot of fuel though and Id like to adjust the temp drop before it comes back on so it dosent cycle so often. Just a thought if someone has older fuel in their unit and beleive thats why its burning dirty smoking some adding some fresh fuel on top especially jet will bring up the cetane level so it runs cleaner then run fresh after that. Just a way to use up the old stuff Fuel aint cheap.

[@baldeagle242]

No, it will pulse on and off and create a lot of fumes. There is a narrow range of “acceptable’ adjustments on a given heater. I'd suggest selling it and replacing it with one closer sized for your area. I always tell people to go smaller than they think they will need. It may run longer, but it will use less fuel overall, and it will burn cleaner because you're not getting the inevitable fumes every time it fires up. If you're stuck with the larger heater, your best option is to open a door or window until you're able to replace it.

[@davesauerzopf6980]

Great detailed video. I had the pump disc crack when I started mine the other day. Opened it up and it was in multiple pieces. I replaced the disc and now when I try to start it. I have to give the fan blade a push to get it to start turning. What would you recommend? Thanks....Dave

[@ryanhaffely8598]

I got a remington brand but can't get it too ignite. Replaced hoses and fuel filter, also have spark and good pressure. Also took apart the nozzle and cleaned it. Any ideas what else it could be?

[@baldeagle242]

Good fuel?

[@miguelh.maci1148]

Can you tell me what's the name of the gauge that you using i bought one but is not working and my eyes burn when my heater is on

[@baldeagle242]

It's a Winters brand. Here is a link. www.amazon.com/dp/B0087UY3T4/?tag=eagle0f1-20

[@billmakros7873]

I have a master heater in my garage right now with e1 code, so im going to take your advice amd check it out, any other suggestions u might have for me would be appreciated

[@TheChewy78]

These work great on diesel fuel. We use red dyed off road diesel in our heaters.

[@wadehearn6230]

Mr Baldeagle242, I have two heaters like these. One that is probably 250K BTU and the other one is maybe 100-150K BTU. The 250 stopped working two years ago and I pushed it to the side and started using the smaller unit. Late in the winter last year the smaller one started cutting off every five minutes or so. And it just got worse the more I ran it. It got to the point where it wouldn't run over a few seconds. So this year I started looking at videos to figure out how to fix them. I bought a gauge last year with a filter kit I think, but never used it. After several videos, I tackled them with success. Both are currently working. The opportunity I have is the larger one is actually blowing a feathered flame out the end of the heater. I tried adjusting the pressure without much of a change. It doesn't during operation so I'm not sure what could cause this. It seems I have seen some of these that done the same thing. Regardless, If you have any suggestions as to what would cause this, I would appreciate the help. Currently using the smaller unit. If I can get my shop to about 50° i can usually make it OK. Thanks

[@baldeagle242]

You may have a partial clog on the nozzle. I would pull that off and clean it out before looking at anything else.

[@edwardoutthere3189]

Great stuff ,which is better kerosene or diesel

[@baldeagle242]

Diesel puts out more heat but puts out more fumes. Kerosene is a better choice for areas with limited ventilation or areas where fumes can me an issue. Both smell, kerosene is just slightly better.

[@YourAverageFNAF_Edits]

I put my inside a box with proper ventilation, cool of fan and chimney tubes and elbows now i can barely hear the heater, down side now the heater is not portable. The heater and the cool off fan are in 2 thermostat so i dont have to worrying about on or off

[@baldeagle242]

That sounds perfect. Thanks for sharing. 😁👍

[@YourAverageFNAF_Edits]

@@baldeagle242 i come to ur video becuase i wand to service my heater and was very helpful thank u, you make a very good point about if the garage is attach my is detach and i put 4 oz of 99% alcohol per gallon is been working good for me into know but i think just need service

[@baldeagle242]

@@YourAverageFNAF_Edits Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

[@robertwatson8995]

Great video and i checked to blades in the pump are working fine, but my heater will not ignite. It has a two prong arch igniter that appears to working fine, lots of spark but the fuel does will not lite. This was new kerosene and I can't even get it to light when using a small hand torch put down by the spark. Any ideas?

[@baldeagle242]

Kerosene or Diesel will not light or flare up the same way gasoline does. If you put some on a rag or cotton ball in a safe location it should light with no problem. If it fails to light on a rag or cotton ball you may have gotten bad fuel or fuel with water. If it does light then you more than likely have a pump issue or a clogged nozzle.

[@ExploringCabinsandMines]

mine started spitting fire I had to use a fire extinguisher to pur it out.

[@baldeagle242]

That's not good! What did you find wrong with it? 😳

[@ExploringCabinsandMines]

@@baldeagle242 I'm afraid I trashed it before I watched your video and saw how simple they are , it was 20 years old. I noticed my shop filling up with smoke turned off the heater and a flame was still coming out the end

[@brianmonger3452]

I’ve given up on these have bought multiple brands they all work for a few hours and quit and never run again. The dewalt one I have now won’t rob of the filter is pushed too far in but still will only run about an hour and dies good video though I’ve always wondered if it’s a vacuum or pressure gauge needed to assist the pressure.

[@wwcrxww]

I set my pressure as low as I can before it goes out.. also with the top cowl on makes a difference in air delivery to the flame

[@TepcoCycleRepair]

I can't even get 3psi out of mine. I've replaced everything except the motor. My diagnosis is that the motor isn't spinning fast enough. I'm getting a gauge to read the motor speed to confirm.

[@davidarcher8388]

I have a master mh-75t-Kira 75000 btu that i have used for about 6 months and now it will not FIRE. Do you have any idea what i should look at first . Thank you.

[@baldeagle242]

Does it try to start at all?

[@timmyl2005]

Good video Don't mean to be a comment troll. But that top lid is also gonna be subjective as to the fuel enjoyment once you put that top lid back on that's gonna change the way your burn pattern is just because it has to draw the air through the back of the heater versus from everywhere I don't know if you mention that later on I didn't watch the whole thing so if you did my apologies

[@steveh8224]

I have a dewalt dxh50k. The back looks identical, I'm guessing to up the pressure, it will be the same clockwise turn? Great video ty

[@baldeagle242]

That’s correct. Turning the adjustment clockwise tightens the spring to hold the check ball closed longer effectively increasing the pressure required to open it.

[@steveh8224]

@Baldeagle242 thank you!

[@kenclinton4881]

Good video! I have a question, that pressure rating to look for, 4.7, is that standard for all those heaters or do they all have their own preferred pressure setting? Thanks

[@baldeagle242]

They all have different settings. There should be a label on it that gives you the proper settings for your heater.

[@spoolinX3]

I bought one brand new 3 years ago. Last 2 it’s worked great. This year it’s smoking a awful lot on start up and isn’t blowing as hot at it used to?

[@baldeagle242]

I’d confirm you have fresh fuel that’s less than 6 months old first. If it still has fuel in it from last year that may be the only problem.

[@markkeegan9122]

Hi great video. Is there any way to increase the heat output and save on fuel. This is my first heater and yes she heats up . But it cost way too much to run for any length of time. It will burn 6 gallons in a short day f an out 7 hours on the lowest heat setting. I guess what i am saying is it burns to much to be efficient to use on a daily basis. Any thought on how i can improve a miser mode . Thanks i will keep watching your videos when there posted

[@jeffreyheverly9011]

Mine is the Master brand silent drive system. Not the exact same, but I am sure it's very similiar. I use it almost everyday for a couple hours. It worked great, then the last time it ignited for a few seconds then went out. Now when I try to turn it on I get a loud Grinding sound. I cleaned the photo cell, same result. New fuel this season within the last month. It is only about 1 year old. Any thoughts? Thank you for any help.

[@baldeagle242]

It’s possible one of the veins in the pump has cracked. I’d pull the back of the pump off if the fan and everything external looks good.

[@jeffreyheverly9011]

@@baldeagle242 thank you, I will check that.

[@christiangusy1246]

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[@Guerrero1187]

mine put off more fume when fuel is below 1/2 tank on fuel gauge. any ideas?

[@baldeagle242]

It may have a crack or hole in the pickup tube, causing it to suck air

[@Guerrero1187]

@@baldeagle242 ill check thanks for the tip