Adding that to the list now. None of these trademark holders are affiliated with Yesterday's Tractor Co., our products, or our website nor are we sponsored by them. Most of the time it is the vanes and rotor that give me problems on one of my heaters. I would think there are a large number in the junk that never were drained and some may be there because of alga so just a heads up as to what can happen and how to fix it that's all. The safety module allows the heater to run for a few minutes when it is started up to allow for the photocell to generate a signal - actually a change in resistance. Also note that there are TWO different photocells, and they are NOT interchangeable - even though they look alike. Ignitor wire is not attached to spark plug. I have used Tygon hose from a recreational engine shop. }, Next, make sure that it is CLEAN. Thanks. With so many new parts in it there isn't much left that could be causing this. Home Heating Repair - How to Change Your Gas Furna... Home Heating Furnace Repair The motor's rotor had gotten somewhat loose on the shaft and would slip. If you are trying to light your KFA Portable Heater and you notice little or no air pressure registering on the pressure gauge, there may be an issue with one of the following components: 1. In the fuel system, the most common problem I have found is that the rubber hose that goes down into the tank deteriorates and collapses shortly after the heater starts. http://ping.... LG Washing Machine IE Error Code The motor's rotor had gotten somewhat loose on the shaft and would slip. Going to drain tank and double check lines again. Ordered new pump rebuild kit today. Washing Machine Door Jammed Start heater (see Operation, page 7). 3. Garry I worked on one for a friend last winter that was doing much the same thing. 4. Most of the time it is the vanes and rotor that give me problems on one of my heaters. After a good bit of work I discovered a mass of algae floating in the tank. http://pi... Gas Dryer not Working Gas Dryer Not Heating My Fuel Line is 3/8" Copper and it is gravity fed to a Webster M34DJ Pump, Stock 75gph 70 hollow nozzle. I really doubt that's going to be the problem. First, make sure that the photocell is in the correct position to see the flame, and has not worked its way out of position. There is an adjustment screw on the pump. I have one (however a different make) that had similar issues. http://pin... New Refrigerator Size or Refrigerator Cubic Feet "dateModified": "2016-11-29", Pressure should be about 100 lbs if I remember right. The one I have is portable on two wheels. http://ping.fm/faALh, Refrigerator Efficiency In the fuel system, the most common problem I have found is that the rubber hose that goes down into the tank deteriorates and collapses shortly after the heater starts. We now have Master Heater brand heaters. Garry I had a different brand, 40,000 btu, heater doing something similar. "interactionType": "http://schema.org/CommentAction", I really doubt that's going to be the problem. Hope I can figure this out. They have had nothing but kerosine in them. Real bad. The cone is nice and cherry red and no fumes. If there's hose and it's at all questionable replace it. Manual says 8.5 max. "height": 57 Figured cause the strainer on the pickup tube was clean that wouldn't be an issue. "@id":"http://www.yesterdaystractors.com/cgi-bin/viewit.cgi?bd=toolt&th=419815", Mr. Heater Pump Adjustment Kit for All Kerosene Forced Air Heaters Visit the Mr. Heater Store. We had the same problem with them at work. I had Mr. Heaters tech guy on the phone and he was no help. "width": 200, Pump Pressure. They would only last a month or two when new. Also in response to other replies I have replaced the rubber fuel and air lines with fuel rated hose. I really doubt that's going to be the problem. Had a heck of a time figuring it out. This is the only sensor on the heater according to the manual. It is important to note that Kerosene comes in different grades and using the incorrect grade can void the warranty of some machines. This is what happens. There is an adjustment screw on the pump. Adjust pressure. I replaced what they call a cad cell. I don't know if they have the same kind of ignition now, but my dad had a Master heater when I was a kid and there was a pair of electrodes that had to be reset once in a while. I was wrong to say I replaced the flame sensor. Your symptom resembles a problem with the photocell. Page 11: Pump Pressure Adjustment Pump Pressure Adjustment 1. { You can now see the pump assembly attached to the back of the fan motor. http://ping.fm/R6W8s. After a good bit of work I discovered a mass of algae floating in the tank. How to Clean Oil Heaters - Sh... How to Bleed Oil Burner - Beckett Oil Burner Repai... Boiler Replacement -When to do it Your symptom resembles a problem with the photocell. If it does not get the correct signal, it shuts off the heater by tripping the breaker. Natural Gas; Propane; Direct Fired Forced Air; High Intensity Overhead Radiant. The adjustment in the back that takes a straight blade driver is for the air pressure. My experience with those heaters (any brand) is that the cost of just a few new parts can quickly add up to the price of a brand new heater, ready to go. Operating pressure. Why haven't you checked the air pressure, and watched to see if it changes when the heat output drops? I have a Mr. Heater 210,000 btu forced air kerosene heater that doesn't work right. Is there any chance the aluminum pump housing is wore so bad that it wont make enough pressure ? After a good bit of work I discovered a mass of algae floating in the tank. They have had nothing but kerosine in them. Sometimes called a salamander heater. I would think there are a large number in the junk that never were drained and some may be there because of alga so just a heads up as to what can happen and how to fix it that's all. Some on oil burners say gauge on them and you remove a plug and install one. Sometimes called a salamander heater. http://ping.fm/NUwEP. From your description of the problem, there is no obvious problem with the pressure. 10.5 Hours Per Tank Disassembly n ... the upper and lower adjustment screws. Some on oil burners say gauge on them and you remove a plug and install one. I am going to order a rotor and set of vanes tomorrow just to sure to eliminate that for sure. They would only last a month or two when new. Includes the Following Parts: Adjusting Screw M27694 Plug M22997 Ball M8940 Spring M10993-1 I am guessing you may think it is like the oil pump that fuels my boiler in the house. -Stop Heater(See Operation, Page 8). Operating pressure. Found a new motor on the web. http://ping.fm/ZNqGE. In it one end of the motor shaft drove the pump and the other end drove the fan. "author": { Which I used hose clamps at all joints. I have also taken the air pump apart and found no obstructions. They are junk. Dirt in Nozzle. I had a different brand, 40,000 btu, heater doing something similar. This causes a change in resistance that the safety module senses. http://... Dishwasher Maintenance htt... http://ping.fm/InYXF Air pump rotor Page 11 This causes a change in resistance that the safety module senses. First, make sure that the photocell is in the correct position to "see" the flame, and has not worked its way out of position. Popular Reddy Heating and Cooling questions, problems & fixes. I thought it was 10. Some oil burner pumps have replaceable screens in them. }. "logo": { The heater was pretty old and had never been drained. Hey Bob. Case, Case-IH, Farmall, International Harvester, New Holland and their logos are registered trademarks of CNH Global N.V. Pump kits are easy to put in and the air filters need changing as well. 40 bucks with the shipping. All sorts of info at this site Actually, if I recall correctly, the working pressure is more like 4 to 5 psi. Turn Relief Valve counter-clockwise to decrease pressure. http://ping.fm/BrM8D. Look that over closely and replace if it is not in perfect condition. Heating Circulating Water Pump Problems "mainEntityOfPage": { Haven't drained the tank in 2 or 3 years. http://ping.f... Well Water with a Sulphur Smell can be Fixed If there's hose and it's at all questionable replace it. Pump pressures range from 3 psi to 6 psi depending on heater BTU size (see chart below). http:/... Electric Oven Problem Oven will not shut off If there's hose and it's at all questionable replace it. The pressure adjustment screw is located at the rear of the heater, in the air filter housing cover (approx.2â from the left side and 1â from the top). Some oil burner pumps have replaceable screens in them. Put a pressure gauge on it, but could not figure why the pressure was dropping. Master Heaters R115 - 115,000 Btu/Hr. Allow motor to reach full speed. The cone is nice and cherry red and no fumes. In it one end of the motor shaft drove the pump and the other end drove the fan. Thanks. Going to drain tank and double check lines again. Worth a try. I would say you should put a pressure Gauge on it. Air pump pressure is the pulse of the heater. We use a tank of fuel per heater a day. This is the only sensor on the heater according to the manual. So I took the vane and rotor assembly out of a different heater and it there was no change. Pressure loss can lead you to find rotor failure, air leaks, broken parts, leaky hoses, or, through good intentions, if someone has someone attempted to adjust the pressure and actually done more harm than good. It would start out okay and after several seconds the pressure would drop and the safety would shut it down. "datePublished": "2016-11-29", View and Download Desa KEROSENE HIGH PRESSURE PORTABLE FORCED AIR HEATERS owner's manual online. If hose, it can fit loose at the connections ( barbs ) and let air enter as it warms up, slowing the pickup of fuel, and letting the fire decrease, so the nose cone cools and it starts to smoke. Found a new motor on the web. "image": { Which I used hose clamps at all joints. So I took the vane and rotor assembly out of a different heater and it there was no change. I think we are talking about two totally different heaters. There is a drain plug in most of them after I had the fuel out I stuck a garden hose in the tank and let it flush for about half an hour. Do a you tube search lots of video help out there. Put a pressure gauge on it, but could not figure why the pressure was dropping. I would not think there would be much sludge in there using Kerosene. ... Ductless Split Air Conditioner Review The one I have is portable on two wheels. Also, have you checked/cleaned/replaced the nozzle? Start the heater and at first everything is good for about five minutes. Fuel is drawn up from the tank and atomized by the venturi effect. Dishwasher Problems - Water will not drain out I thought it was 10. After 5 minutes or so cone darkens and lots of bad fumes. I think a pressure gauge is a huge help in figuring out why it smokes. Finally noticed the fan slowing down while the motor sounded like it was doing normal speed. Page 14: Pump Pressure Adjustment Turn Relief Valve clockwise to increase pressure. #4) to expose the screw. is one of the pump ports on top of the pump a place you can put a gauge? I replaced what they call a cad cell. http://ping.fm/EJVwS. Look that over closely and replace if it is not in perfect condition. http:... Dryer Repair Squeaks, Grinding, Clicking and Knock... Dryer Repair - The Dryer is not Turning Do a you tube search lots of video help out there. The safety module allows the heater to run for a few minutes when it is started up to allow for the photocell to generate a signal - actually a change in resistance. I think a pressure gauge is a huge help in figuring out why it smokes. Water in fuel tank. Agco, Agco Allis, White, Massey Ferguson and their logos are the registered trademarks of AGCO Corporation. Pull that off and attach a fuel pump pressure gauge (the "old fasioned" vacuum/mechanical fuel pump pressure guage) attach it to the brass nipple and set the pressure to spec. Had a heck of a time figuring it out. John Deere and its logos are the registered trademarks of the John Deere Corporation. I have one (however a different make) that had similar issues. Fuel filter . I don't know if they have the same kind of ignition now, but my dad had a Master heater when I was a kid and there was a pair of electrodes that had to be reset once in a while. 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Also, have you checked/cleaned/replaced the nozzle? Turn relief valve to right to increase pressure. My experience with those heaters (any brand) is that the cost of just a few new parts can quickly add up to the price of a brand new heater, ready to go. Oil Fired Heater s Low Pressure High Pressure Indirect Fired Gas Fired Service Manual ⢠Gives an understanding of gas fired heaters, parts description & troubleshooting ⢠It also covers three manufacturers of gas fired heaters: Desa, National Riverside and L.B. Washing Machine Detergent According to the manual it should have around 10 pounds operating pressure. If it does not get the correct signal, it shuts off the heater by tripping the breaker. If hose, it can fit loose at the connections ("barbs") and let air enter as it warms up, slowing the pickup of fuel, and letting the fire decrease, so the nose cone cools and it starts to smoke. Bissell Bagless Upright Vacuum not working http://ping.fm/S2HY4. Also in response to other replies I have replaced the rubber fuel and air lines with fuel rated hose. Everything is pointing to low pump pressure. We use a tank of fuel per heater a day. htt... How to Install a Bathtub New Refrigerator and Refrigerator Depth Setting the air pump is very important and varies from one heater to the next. Worth a try. "headline":"Torpedo heater", Ordered new pump rebuild kit today. I was also wrong on the pump pressure. The photocell senses light from the flame. At the bottom of the round housing is a "vacuum" line that goes to the nozzle. "url": "http://www.yesterdaystractors.com/graphics/smllogo.png", PP217, HA3020, Pump Adjustment Kit - Fits Desa brands: Master, Reddy, Remington, torpedo and salamander type kerosene forced air heaters. If it gets sooted up, it will not give the right signal, and will shut down the heater. After 5 minutes or so cone darkens and lots of bad fumes. The 9 Gallon Tank Runs Approx. I would not think there would be much sludge in there using Kerosene. h... Refrigerator Maintenance Tips If hose, it can fit loose at the connections ( barbs ) and let air enter as it warms up, slowing the pickup of fuel, and letting the fire decrease, so the nose cone cools and it starts to smoke. Does okay now. I was wrong to say I replaced the flame sensor. We use a tank of fuel per heater a day. PP217 Pump Adjustment Kit. http://ping.fm/7laif. } Also note that there are TWO different photocells, and they are NOT interchangeable - even though they look alike. The Master heaters line includes forced air construction heaters, salamader and torpedo heaters, radiant construction heaters, convection construction heaters, and tank top heaters. This causes a change in resistance that the safety module senses. After a ton of parts, time, and trial and error, I somehow accidentally plugged some of the intake end and it worked fine.. All I can come up with is the grille on my intake end got broken, and with the missing piece it was pulling too much air through it.. Been using it with a shop towel over 1/2 the intake end (covering the broken part of the grille) for 4-5 years now, and never another issue. Kit Includes Lint Filter, In-take Filter, and Output Filter. Pump kits are easy to put in and the air filters need changing as well. We now have Master Heater brand heaters. There is an adjustment screw on the pump. Had the tank been drained and cleaned this may have been avoided. With so many new parts in it there isn't much left that could be causing this. Broken Rotor It was hard to believe the slime that came out of it. ... Torpedo heater in reply to 300jk, 11-29-2016 15:12:56 After a ton of parts, time, and trial and error, I somehow accidentally plugged some of the intake end and it worked fine.. All I can come up with is the grille on my intake end got broken, and with the missing piece it was pulling too much air through it.. Been using it with a shop towel over 1/2 the intake end (covering the broken part of the grille) for 4-5 years now, and never another issue. Hope I can figure this out. Make sure the rotor is centered inside the pump body. If it does not get the correct signal, it shuts off the heater by tripping the breaker. Look that over closely and replace if it is not in perfect condition. Next, make sure that it is CLEAN. Fill tank with kerosene. I had Mr. Heaters tech guy on the phone and he was no help. Is the suction tube metal from the nozzle holder all the way to the dip tube in the tank, or is there hose involved? ", "name": "Yesterday's Tractor Co.", Everything is pointing to low pump pressure. Carbon deposits on spark plug and / or improper gap. Real bad. Will go through every bodies suggestions and see what I come up with. You must know the specified required pressure and set the pressure accordingly. The photocell senses light from the flame. }, Heater was around 400 dollars when I bought it about 10 years ago. http://ping.fm/TvCaZ. Remove and discard the rubber cap (ref. Quoting Removed, click Modern View to see Just telling you what the manual said and in this case I believe there was algae in the tank from setting. They are junk. Setting the air pump is very important and varies from one heater to the next. Torpedo Heater Pump Pressure Adjustment http://ping.fm/d7gDw For All Desa Low Pressure Oil Heaters. I don't know if they have the same kind of ignition now, but my dad had a Master heater when I was a kid and there was a pair of electrodes that had to be reset once in a while. http://ping.fm/bj9ht. If it gets sooted up, it will not give the right signal, and will shut down the heater. I really doubt that's going to be the problem. Reddy Heaters typically use multiple fuels and an air pump to quickly heat large sheds and workshops. Next, the safety system. Each unit is available in natural gas, propane, kerosene, or fuel oil depending on the model. "@type": "InteractionCounter", 40 bucks with the shipping. Pump kits are easy to put in and the air filters need changing as well. "description":"Discussion of Torpedo heater in the Tool Talk forum followed by comments. A gauge would prove or disprove that. The unit is only rated for 85,000 btu but it is in a 3 bay garage, its not like its trying to heat a whole house. Kerosene Forced Air Heater ; R115 Heaters Heat up to 2700 sq. I was wrong to say I replaced the flame sensor. Does okay now. If it gets sooted up, it will not give the right signal, and will shut down the heater. So far I have replaced : all lines, filter in tank, air pump filters, ignitor, flame sensor, and nozzle. Haven't drained the tank in 2 or 3 years. I would say you should put a pressure Gauge on it. Heater was around 400 dollars when I bought it about 10 years ago. IV. The one I have is portable on two wheels. "publisher": { is one of the pump ports on top of the pump a place you can put a gauge? They would only last a month or two when new. The Master heater line carries a large varity of portable heaters. "@id": "http://www.yesterdaystractors.com/" Was: $7.25: Price: ... Take Back Control Of Your Air Pressure on Your Forced Air Kerosene Heater With This Mr. Heater Pump Adjustment Kit Product information Product Dimensions 3.5 x 3.5 x 1 inches Item Weight 0.8 ounces I would not think there would be much sludge in there using Kerosene. Might be worth the attempt. 4. I would say you should put a pressure Gauge on it. TRADEMARK DISCLAIMER: Tradenames and Trademarks referred to within Yesterday's Tractor Co. products and within the Yesterday's Tractor Co. websites are the property of their respective trademark holders. "url": "http://www.yesterdaystractors.com/graphics/smllogo.png", Hey Bob. As soon as I get the pump kit and get it installed I'll give an update. 3 So if you plan to purchase a kerosene heater, pay particular attention to that. Why haven't you checked the air pressure, and watched to see if it changes when the heat output drops? 55 Figured cause the strainer on the pickup tube was clean that wouldn't be an issue. Torpedo heater parts and space heater parts, repair and service. 40 bucks with the shipping. Master Forced Air Heater pump adjustment problems - YouTube "@type": "Person", Pressure should be about 100 lbs if I remember right. Figured cause the strainer on the pickup tube was clean that wouldn't be an issue. In it one end of the motor shaft drove the pump and the other end drove the fan. At the bottom of the round housing is a "vacuum" line that goes to the nozzle. Manual says 8.5 max. Find expert solutions to common issues, DIY guides, repair tips & user manuals for all Reddy Heating and Cooling products. Fuel is drawn up from the tank and atomized by the venturi effect. If I pay attention I can hear a vane sticking and my pressure drops. Next, make sure that it is CLEAN. So I took the vane and rotor assembly out of a different heater and it there was no change. Wrong pump pressure. Manual says 8.5 max. We now have Master Heater brand heaters. "height": 57 I have also taken the air pump apart and found no obstructions. 4.2 out of 5 stars 20 ratings. Washing Machine Maintenance Thanks everyone. Set Pump pressure according to the chart below. It would work great for 10 to 15 minutes then start to sputter,flame out and smoke. Found a new motor on the web. I worked on one for a friend last winter that was doing much the same thing. I am going to order a rotor and set of vanes tomorrow just to sure to eliminate that for sure. Finally noticed the fan slowing down while the motor sounded like it was doing normal speed. "text": "I have a Mr. Heater 210,000 btu forced air kerosene heater that doesn't work right. Everything is pointing to low pump pressure. I am just getting it ready for the cold weather. Do a you tube search lots of video help out there. Also note that there are TWO different photocells, and they are NOT interchangeable - even though they look alike. A gauge would prove or disprove that. KEROSENE HIGH PRESSURE PORTABLE FORCED AIR HEATERS heater ⦠There is a drain plug in most of them after I had the fuel out I stuck a garden hose in the tank and let it flush for about half an hour. 2. Pressure should be about 100 lbs if I remember right. From your description of the problem, there is no obvious problem with the pressure. If your Reddy Heater does not put out enough heat, you most likely have a problem with the pressure in the air pump. A loss of ONLY 1 psi translates to a 30% to 17% loss of FUEL FLOW (starvation). http://... Oven Fault Codes for GE XL44 Oven This is the only sensor on the heater according to the manual. Actually, if I recall correctly, the working pressure is more like 4 to 5 psi. Maintenance for your Range, Stove, or Oven Adding that to the list now. As covered earlier, setting the pump pressure to its ideal level is critical in ensuring that the heater operates without a hitch. Also in response to other replies I have replaced the rubber fuel and air lines with fuel rated hose. A gauge would prove or disprove that. The heater was pretty old and had never been drained. Which I used hose clamps at all joints. Why haven't you checked the air pressure, and watched to see if it changes when the heat output drops? We stock parts for most brands of torpedo heaters. I had Mr. Heaters tech guy on the phone and he was no help. Thanks everyone. Brad I had a different brand, 40,000 btu, heater doing something similar. http://ping.fm/DHOUp. I have used Tygon hose from a recreational engine shop. Will go through every bodies suggestions and see what I come up with. They are junk. Why haven't you checked the air pressure, and watched to see if it changes when the heat output drops? My experience with those heaters (any brand) is that the cost of just a few new parts can quickly add up to the price of a brand new heater, ready to go. It would work great for 10 to 15 minutes then start to sputter,flame out and smoke. Is the suction tube metal from the nozzle holder all the way to the dip tube in the tank, or is there hose involved? As soon as I get the pump kit and get it installed I'll give an update. Worth a try. If there's hose and it's at all questionable replace it. 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