How do you adjust the wick on a kerosene heater?

Wick Will not Raise

1. First, turn off the heater.
2. Remove the screws that hold the cabinet in place with a screwdriver, then you can lift its handle to take it off.
3. Remove the knob used to adjust the wick, then when you reassemble it, you should be able to adjust the wick with the knob again.

What is the wick on a kerosene heater?

The wick on your kerosene heater is integral to how well your heater works. Usually made from cotton, fiberglass or a mix of the two, your wick draws the kerosene from your tank.

When should I change my kerosene wick?

How often should I change my kerosene heater wick? The American Lung Association, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission state, you should check and replace wicks yearly.

How high should a kerosene wick be?

around 0.5 inches
You want the flames to be a height of around 0.5 inches, which you can see from the window in the burn chamber. If the flame is too strong or weak, turn the wick knob clockwise to raise or anticlockwise to lower it. It’s important to keep your flame at the correct level for safety reasons.

What can I use to replace candle wick?

For homemade wicks, you can use tightly rolled-up newspapers, toilet paper, paper towels, twine, or any cotton fabric like strips from an old t-shirt, though, with a couple of these, the item itself acts as a wick. Make sure you also always have matches or a lighter on hand.

When should I replace my kerosene heater wick?

Wicks with tar/carbon build up, degraded wicks, wicks from last season, and improperly used wicks should all be replaced for your safety. Click here for replacement kerosene heater wicks. If the wick has black tar deposits, it needs to be cleaned or replaced.

How do I know if my kerosene wick is bad?

When should a kerosene heater wick be replaced? After the wick is burned dry, examine the top of the wick. If it is thin and ragged, it’s time for a replacement. If there is a band of carbon deposits just below the top of the wick, fuel cannot pass through that carbon sufficiently to sustain a good, odor-free burn.

How long should a wick last in a kerosene heater?

Can you trim a kerosene wick?

Cleaning a wick Wicks are best cleaned after a dry burning. Regularly remove carbon deposits with a brush or comb. Avoid using anything stiff or hard, as this could damage the wick. Cotton wicks can be slightly trimmed (1/8 inch) for increased longevity.

How long does a wick last?

While sitting unused, the wick can absorb enough fuel to light and burn for up to 20 minutes or so, then the capillary action is insufficient to sustain the burn. This is covered below.