GHP Group RMC- 95C6 Owner's Manual

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PORTABLE

KEROSENE-HEATER

“OWNER’S MANUAL”

MODEL : RMC- 95C6

RMC- 95C6B

Before the first use of this heater, please read this OWNER'S MANUAL very
carefully. This OWNER'S MANUAL has been designed to instruct you as to the
proper manner in which to assemble the heater, maintain the heater, store the
heater, and most importantly, how to operate the heater in a safe and efficient
manner, please keep this manual for future reference.

GHP Group, Inc.,

Niles, IL 60714-3302, USA

TELEPHONE : 1-877-447-4768

4221-0082-00

05/13 Rev. 06

NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER

UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING

CAUTIONS

- SAFETY GUIDE -

WARNING

RISK OF EXPLOSION / RISK OF FIRE

NEVER

use any fuel other than water-clear 1-K

kerosene or red dyed 1-K kerosene.

NEVER

use fuel such as gasoline, benzene, paint

thinners or other oil compounds in this heater.

NEVER

refill heater fuel tank when heater is operating

or still hot.

NEVER

use heater in areas where flammable vapors

or gases may be present.

NEVER

fill heater fuel tank in living space; fill tank

outdoors.

NEVER

store or transport kerosene in other than a

metal or plastic container that is (1)

acceptable for kerosene, (2) non-red in color,

and (3) clearly marked “Kerosene”. NEVER

store kerosene in the living space; kerosene

should be stored in a well ventilated place

outside the living area.

The unit is EXTREMELY HOT while in operation.

Due to high surface temperatures, keep children,

clothing, furniture, and other combustible objects at

least 36 away from top and front area.

RISK OF INDOOR AIR POLLUTION

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 (5.7 m of air space is provided for each

1,000 BTU per hour of heater rating (considering the

maximum burner adjustment), the door(s) to adjacent

room(s) should be kept open or the window to the outside

should be opened at least 1 inch (25.4 mm) 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.

NEVER use heater to heat or boil water or use as a

cooking appliance.

WARNING

FAILURE TO INSTALL, MAINTAIN, AND/OR

OPERATE THIS KEROSENE HEATER ACCORDING

TO MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS MAY

RESULT IN CONDITIONS WHICH CAN PRODUCE

BODILY INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

NOTE: The WARNING and IMPORTANT instructions

appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all

possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must

be understood that common sense, caution, and

carefulness are factors which cannot be built into this

heater. These factors must be supplied by the person(s)

installing, maintaining, or operating the kerosene heater.

Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent,

or the manufacturer on any problems or conditions

you do not understand.

NEVER leave heater operating if you intend to leave for

any period of time. Always make sure to turn heater off

and inspect to insure that it is completely extinguished

prior to going to bed.

NEVER

leave heater unattended.

NEVER

use as a source of heat for drying objects.

NEVER

place objects on the top plate.

WARNING

RISK OF BURNS

NEVER

operate the heater without the guard or grill

completely attached.

IF POOR QUALITY KEROSENE is used a rapid

accumulation of carbon and tar is likely. This may cause

a strong odor and will destroy the wick. Additional heater

damage may occur as the wick becomes more difficult to

adjust. The use of poor quality fuel could also make the

wick very hard to extinguish. Always make sure the fire is

out. (See page 12, Extinguishing the Heater.)

ADJUSTMENT OF ROOM TEMPERATURE cannot be

changed by adjusting the heater. A Kerosene heater is

either on or off. There is no temperature adjustment. If

heater output is reduced by lowering the wick in any way,

improper combustion will occur producing odors and an

accumulation of tar and carbon. If your room becomes

too hot, open a door or a window or turn off the heater.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR

FUTURE REFERENCE

NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER

UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING

CAUTIONS-SAFETY GUIDE

INTRODUCTION
FEATURES
UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY
KEROSENE (1-K ONLY)
FUELING YOUR HEATER
AUTOMATIC IGNITION SYSTEM
CHECKING THE IGNITION SYSTEM

ADJUSTING THE WICK
WICK MAINTENANCE

ITEM

PAGE

1
2
2

3~4
4~5

5
6
7

7~8

CARBON REMOVAL / DRY BURNING
WICK ASSEMBLY
WICK REPLACEMENT
EXTINGUISHING THE HEATER
AUTOMATIC SAFETY SHUT-OFF DEVICE
LONG TERM STORAGE OF YOUR HEATER
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
PARTS LIST
EXPLODED PARTS DRAWING
SPECIFICATIONS

8
9

9~11

12~13

13
14
15
15
15

PAGE

CONTENTS OF OWNER'S MANUAL

INTRODUCTION

Please read this OWNER'S MANUAL carefully. It will show you how to assemble, maintain, and operate

the heater safely and efficiently to obtain full benefit from its many built-in features.

FEATURES

Carrying handle

Top guard grill

Top plate

Body

(Cabinet)

Front guard grill

Battery case (Back side)

Wick adjuster knob

Fuel cap

Ignition lever

Fig.1

Rear guard grill

Door

Manual shut-off knob

Fuel gauge

Drip tray

CAUTION: "RISK OF BURNS"

DO NOT OPERATE HEATER WITHOUT INSTALLING THE PROTECTIVE GUARD OR GRILL.

1. REMOVE THE HEATER AND ALL PACKING MATERIALS FROM THE BOX. (Fig.2)

NOTE : Save the shipping carton and packing

materials for future storage.

NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER

UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING

UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY

Heater.
Top guard.
Handle.
Top plate
2 “C” cell batteries.
Siphon pump.

Bag of screws for top grill assembly.
Owner's manual.
Safety Tips Manual.

2. ASSEMBLING.

A) Remove all packing materials from heater: (Fig.3)

B) MOUNTING TOP PLATE: (Fig.4)

Align the arrow marking on the top plate with the carrying

handle hole on the cabinet and place the top plate on the

cabinet.

C) INSTALLING FRONT AND REAR GUARDS:

(Fig.5A and Fig.5B)

Hang the upper portion of the front guard (notched to

allow for the igniter door) on the Upper Grill brackets with

the downward hooked grill rods. (Fig.5A)

Snap the lower portion of the front guard into the holes in

the Lower Grill brackets with the inward hooked grill

rods. (Fig.5B)

Install the rear guard in the same way.

Top plate

Carrying handle

Top guard

Batteries

Rear guard

Front guard

Siphon Pump

Top guard Screws

Fig.2

Fig.4

Fig.3

Fig.5B

Fig.5A

arrow marking

carrying handle hole

NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER

UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING

KEROSENE SHOULD ONLY BE STORED IN A BLUE CONTAINER THAT IS CLEARLY MARKED

"KEROSENE". NEVER STORE KEROSENE IN A RED CONTAINER. Red containers are associated with gasoline.

NEVER store kerosene in the living space. Kerosene should be stored in a well ventilated place outside the

living area.

NEVER use any fuel other than water-clear 1-K kerosene.

NEVER use fuel such as gasoline, benzene, alcohol, white gas, camp stove fuel, paint thinners, or other oil

compounds in this heater. These are volatile fuels that can cause explosion or uncontrolled flames.

The best way to purchase kerosene is in a pre-packaged, metal or plastic, blue colored container.

The second choice would be to buy it from a dealer who stores it in a 55 gallon drum. The third choice is to

buy kerosene from a dealer who stores it in a large underground (or above ground) tank. Kerosene that is

contaminated with even a small amount of water will prevent a kerosene heater from functioning properly.

As you move from the first choice in purchasing kerosene (pre-packaged container) to the third choice (large

storage tank), the likelihood of water being present from condensation increases.

If you purchase kerosene in bulk, know your dealer.

It is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT to the operation of this heater that

you use the proper grade of kerosene. The proper grade of kerosene

is identified as 1-K Kerosene. DO NOT OPERATE THIS HEATER

WITH ANY FUEL OTHER THAN 1-K KEROSENE

1-K Kerosene

has been refined to virtually eliminate contaminants such as sulphur,

which can cause a rotten egg odor during operation of the heater.

D) INSTALLING CARRYING HANDLE: (Fig.6)

Insert the carrying handle into the holes on the cabinet

by aligning holes on brackets of top plate.

E) INSTALLING TOP GUARD: (Fig.7)

Align the 2 brackets on the top guard with the 2 mounting

brackets on the front and rear guards.

Secure each bracket with a screw. Make sure that the

brackets on the top guard are positioned outside the

mounting brackets on the front and rear guards.

F) INSTALLING BATTERIES: (Fig.8)

Battery holder is located on the back of the heater.

Open the battery cover from the battery case.

Insert two(2) “C” cell batteries according to the plus(+)

and minus(-) markings inside of the holder.

Replace the battery cover to the heater.

G) Now your heater is completely assembled: (Fig.9)

KEROSENE (1-K ONLY)

Fig.8

Fig.9

Fig.6

Fig.7

Top Grill Screw

NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER

UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING

It is normal for a kerosene heater to give off a slight odor upon start-up and shut-down.

After 5-10 minutes of operation, the heater should have reached its normal operating temperature and any

odor should be very slight.

NEVER store kerosene in direct sunlight or near a source of heat.

NEVER use kerosene that has been stored from one season to the next.

Kerosene deteriorates over time. "OLD KEROSENE" WILL NOT BURN PROPERLY IN

THIS HEATER.

A variety of problems can result from using poor quality kerosene --- smoke, odor, low flame, difficult ignition,

difficult shut-down, flame flickers and dies, excessive burning down of the wick, reduced wick life, wick

adjuster sticking, excessive deposits on the wick, etc.. If you encounter any of the problems listed above,

check your kerosene. If you discover that the kerosene is the problem, get a fresh supply of WATER-CLEAR

1-K KEROSENE OR RED DYED 1-K KEROSENE before using your heater again.

FUELING YOUR HEATER

NEVER FILL THE HEATER FUEL TANK IN THE LIVING SPACE:

FILL THE TANK OUTDOORS.
Before fueling the heater, take the heater, the kerosene, and the manual

siphon pump outdoors. To use the manual siphon pump, tighten the cap

on the top of the siphon, place the straight tube into the kerosene

container, and insert the flexible tube into the opening of the fuel tank. By

squeezing the bulb of the siphon pump, fuel will be transferred from the

kerosene container into the heater tank (Fig.10). Carefully watch the fuel

gauge on the base of the heater so that you will know when the tank is

getting full. When you approach the full mark, loosen the cap on top of the

siphon pump. This will stop the flow of kerosene. DO NOT OVERFILL

YOUR HEATER. Allow the siphon pump to drain thoroughly before you

remove it from the tank and the kerosene container.

After fueling the fuel tank of the heater by using siphon pump, make sure

that you loosen (counter clock wise) the cap on the siphon pump to drain

throughly the remaining kerosene in the siphon pump. For the reuse of siphon pump, make sure that you

tighten (clock wise) the cap on the siphon pump to transfer the kerosene into the fuel tank properly. (Fig.11)

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING FUELING OF THE HEATER : When fueling your heater for the first

time and any other time when the tank has been completely empty, as in "Dry Burning" (page 8) make sure

to allow the wick to soak a minimum 60 minutes before you attempt to light the heater. Take note of the

time you started to soak the wick or use a kitchen timer or wrist watch with an alarm feature. Failure to

properly soak the wick can trap air pockets in the wick causing the heater to burn poorly.

Premature ignition can destroy your wick.

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING FIRST IGNITION OF HEATER

The first time you light your heater there may be some odor due to the burning off of oils used in the

manufacturing process. To avoid this you may wish to burn the heater outside on a calm and windless day.

If it s windy consider a porch or garage or other room where the windows can be open to disperse the odor.

Fig.10

Fig.11

LOOSEN

TIGHTEN

NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER

UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING

AUTOMATIC IGNITION SYSTEM

For safety and convenience, this heater features an automatic ignition system.

2 "C" cell batteries, included with the heater, provide the power for the igniter which lights the wick once it has

been raised to its maximum height.

To use the automatic ignition system:

Make sure the batteries have been installed.

Turn the wick adjuster knob clockwise until the wick has been raised to its maximum height. (Fig.12)

Push the ignition lever (Fig.13) to bring the glowing igniter into contact with the wick.

This will cause ignition to occur.

As soon as you see that the wick has been lit, release the ignition lever. This will automatically lower

the burn chamber back down over the wick.

Rotate the burner knob from side to side a few times to make sure that the burner is positioned

properly on the wick adjuster.

Then begin following the steps outlined in "Adjusting the wick" (page 7)

IGNITION VIA MATCH

If you encounter a problem with the ignition mechanism, or if you have dead

batteries, it is possible to light the heater with a match. (Fig.14)

The procedure is as follows:

Turn the wick adjuster knob clockwise until the wick has been

raised to its maximum height.

Lift the burn chamber by using the burner knob.

Touch a lighted match to the exposed top edge of the wick.

Once you see that the wick has been lit, lower the burn chamber back down over the wick.

Rotate the burner knob from side to side a few times to make sure that the burner is positioned

properly on the wick adjuster.

Then begin following the steps outined in "Adjusting the wick" (page 7)

CAUTION : Make sure that you do not leave the match, or any portion of it (match head, etc.) in the burner

area. Debris left from the match can cause an uneven alignment of the burner and may result in

smoke, incomplete combustion, odor, or fire.

Fig.14

Match

WICK

FlLAMENT

IGNITER

1~2mm

NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER

UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING

CHECKING THE IGNITION SYSTEM

If the automatic ignition system fails to operate properly,
perform the following checks:

BATTERIES -2 "C" cell batteries are located at the rear of the heater.

Replace with new batteries.

IGNITER PLUG - If the automatic ignition system still doesn't work

after replacing the batteries, check the igniter plug. If the glow coil

filament is broken, bent, or doesn't glow when engaged via the ignition lever, it must be replaced.

CAUTION: Be sure igniter plug is Type "B", 2.5V DC, 1A only.

To replace the igniter plug (Fig.15);

Remove the batteries.

Remove the 2 cabinet screws and lift off the cabinet and grill assembly.

Pull the ignition lever to raise the igniter plug.

Push the igniter plug in and turn in a clockwise direction to remove.

Install a new igniter plug (Type "B", 2.5V DC, 1A only) by pushing it in and turning it in a

counter-clockwise direction.

Reassemble the heater and replace the batteries.

TEST IGNITION Using the wick adjuster knob, raise the wick to its maximum height.

Pull the ignition lever.

The igniter plug should be within 1~2mm of the wick when the ignition lever is

fully engaged.

ADJUSTING THE WICK

After lighting the heater, it is important to check the heater flame within the first 5-7 minutes of operation.

During the first 5 minutes after ignition, the burner chamber warms up and flames will become visible at the top

of burner. These flames will gradually build up. After 5-7 minutes of operation, you should use the wick

adjuster knob to obtain the proper flame height. The proper flame height is a 1/2" flame above the center flame

spreader disk, with even distribution of flame around the flame spreader disk visible through the clear window

of the heater. See pictures below for reference.

As you continue to operate the heater, the temperature of the heater and the temperature of the room will

continue to change. As the heater warms up, the kerosene in the tank will vaporize faster, and this could

require adjusting the wick adjuster down in order to maintain the desired 1/2" flame height. Therefore, it is

necessary to continue to monitor the flame height, and to make adjustments using the wick adjuster knob to

keep the proper flame height. It is recommended that the heater be checked every 30 minutes in order to keep

the proper adjustment because periodic adjustment is required.

CORRECT FLAME

Proper combustion

IMPORTANT NOTE : NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING.

Always make sure to turn the heater off and inspect it to insure that it is completely

extinguished prior to going to bed.

FLAME TOO HIGH

Can Produce smoke

and soot

FLAME TOO LOW

Can produce odor

and carbon monoxide

Fig.15

Fig.16

Igniter

NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER

UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING

Fig.17

NOTE : During start-up, small adjustments to the flame can be performed

by using the burner knob on the front of the burner and MOVING THE

BURNER FROM SIDE TO SIDE until the flame at the top of burner is as

even as possible. DO NOT TOUCH THE BURNER KNOB ONCE THE

HEATER HAS REACHED NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE

AND THE FLAME HAS STABILIZED. THE BURNER KNOB IS VERY

HOT DURING OPERATION.

IMPORTANT NOTE : This heater is designed to operate with a flame height of a 1/2" above the flame spreader disk

at the top of the burner. For proper combustion to occur, it is very important that the flame height be adjusted so that

it is neither too high, nor too low. Operating the heater at a wick setting below the minimum recommended setting

(the wick-stop setting) could result in the risk of fire and / or carbon monoxide poisoning.

NOTE : If you find that the wick will not raise, push the safety reset lever (see diagram on P.2) to engage the

safety shut-off device. Then dial the wick up via the wick adjuster knob.

WARNING : RISK OF INDOOR AIR POLLUTION AND FIRE, DO NOT OPERATE HEATER AT WICK

SETTING LOWER THAN MINIMUM WICK-STOP SETTING.

WICK MAINTENANCE / DRY BURN

Wick maintenance is necessary to prevent soot production, low heat output and performance issues. Carbon and tar

will build up on the top of the wick during regular use of this product. Wick maintenance is required within the first

seven (7) days of your first use of the heater and every 2 tankfuls of fuel and/or every week during the heating

season. If the wick feels hard and brittle, this indicates that wick maintenance is necessary in order to keep your

heater performing accordingly.

Check Your Wick Often!

If the wick is hard to light.

If the wick is hard to raise or difficult to adjust by turning the wick adjustment knob.

If the wick fails to drop completely when you press the shut-off knob.

If the top of the wick is stiff and hard.

Note: Poor fuel or fuel contaminated with water will also turn the wick hard.

PERFORMING WICK DRY BURN / REMOVING CARBON FROM THE WICK

"Dry burning" your heater will cause a strong odor. For this reason it is best to

"dry burn" your heater outdoors on a day that is

completely calm and windless. If it s too windy outside you can consider a porch, breezeway or other room with all of the windows

open to disperse the strong odor.

Step 1 With your fuel tank nearly empty, burn your heater (without refilling) until the flame starts to burn out then

raise the wick to its highest possible setting and leave it there until it burns out completely. Wait 60 minutes,

then re-light the wick (with a match if necessary) and allow it to burn out again. Once the heater is cool to the

touch, remove the cabinet and brush the top of the wick with an old tooth brush or other stiff bristle brush to

remove any remaining ash. A canister type vacuum cleaner may be a useful tool in removing this ash.

Step 2 The first step should remove most carbon and your wick should feel softer to the touch. If any part still feels

hard, you can use small pliers to pinch these hard spots and break up the carbon into pieces. After doing

this, replace the cabinet, add a small amount of fuel, wait at least one hour and then repeat step 1.

Carry out Carbon Removal / Dry Burning within (7) seven days after your first use of your new heater to reduce

carbon build-up on the wick’s burning surface, after every two tankfuls of fuel and/or every week during the heating

season. Afterwards, dry burn your heater anytime the wick appears to be hard. CHECK YOUR WICK OFTEN! Dry

burn your wick and remove all fuel from your heater at the end of the heating season.

Note: Burn your heater dry, as noted above, weekly during the heating season or necessary

thereafter. Check your wick often to see if CARBON REMOVAL / DRY BURNING is

necessary. Carbon removal will NOT be effective if your fuel has been contaminated by

water or any other liquid. In this case you must clean the fuel tank, replace the wick

and soak it for 60 MINUTES in fresh, K-1 Kerosene.

WICK ASSEMBLY- Check at least once a month!!

The burner assembly sits on top of the wick guide. Over time, tar deposits can

accumulate on the wick guide, and this can prevent the burner assembly from

seating properly. This can result in poor combustion, smoke, odor, etc.. To prevent

this from happening, tar deposits on the wick guide can be removed as follows:

Making sure that the heater is both cool and turned off, lower the wick to the "off" position.

Remove the batteries (located at the rear of the heater).

Remove the 2 cabinet screws. Lift off the cabinet and grill assembly as shown in

illustration. (Fig.A)

Using the wick adjuster knob, raise the top of the wick until it is even with the top

of the wick guide. Using a flat-edge screwdriver, scrape off the tar deposits.

Be careful not to allow any of the tar deposits to drop into the grooves of the wick

guide. A small vacuum cleaner can be used to remove the tar deposits that have

been scraped off. (Fig.B)

Reassemble the heater and replace the batteries.

WICK REPLACEMENT

The wick in your heater needs replacing if, after repeated cleanings, any of the following conditions still exist: slow to light,

hard movement of the wick adjuster knob, kerosene odor while burning, low heat output, slow warm up, damaged wick.
Use only a genuine replacement wick.

REPLACEMENT WICK NUMBER: Kero-World 32225, Dura Heat DH-145, Glowick 30856.

If cleaning the Wick does not improve performance, you will need to replace the wick. Refer to the "TROUBLE

SHOOTING GUIDE", see page 14, which outlines conditions under which the wick should be replaced.
DO NOT attempt to substitute any other type of wick device or a wick designed for another brand or

model heater. You could damage the heater and create a potential fire hazard.

Call customer service at 1-877-447-4768, to order a wick.
ATTENTION : The only tools needed to replace the Wick are :

A pair of pliers

A flat blade screwdriver

A plastic bag with a twist tie

Visit our website at: www.ghpgroupinc.com/heaters/faqs.aspx and select RMC-95C6 /RMC-95C6B for a link

to a detailed video demonstrating wick replacement.

. Push down the manual shut-off knob and turn the wick adjustment knob

COUNTERCLOCKWISE in the direction of "OFF".

NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER

UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING

. Use a screwdriver to loosen and remove

cabinet screws on either side of the heater

cabinet.

. Use the carrying handle to lift the cabinet

straight up and away from the heater.

. Gently pull the wick adjustment

knob off the heater.

. Remove the cabinet base by

lifting it from the back and

tilting it forward to clear the

wick adjuster assembly.

. Trip the pendulum on the

automatic safety shutoff

system to lower the wick.

Fig.A

Fig.B

NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER

UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING

7/32 in. (5.5mm) All around

WICK 25/64 IN. (10 mm)

RIM OF WICK

ADJUSTER

(holder)

Wick Cover

Hole

. Remove the four wing nuts

which hold the wick assembly

to the heater and carefully lift

the wick assembly from the

heater.

. Replace the wick adjustment knob temporarily.

Turn the knob CLOCKWISE to raise the wick.

. Hold the wick assembly up-side-

down, using caution, grasp the

wick cover firmly PULL it off with a

sharp tug. If you have difficulty

doing so, try loosening the wick

cover with a flat blade screwdriver.

CAUTION : The inside of wick

cover has sharp teeth. The use of

work gloves is suggested to avoid

injury.

. Install the new wick and

insert the 3 pins on a new

wick into the 3 holes on

the wick sleeve in the

upward direction. (See the

arrow marked " up" on

the wick sleeve)

. Push the new wick into the

retainer teeth of the wick

sleeve so that the wick

adheres tightly around the

inside of the wick sleeve,

smoothing out any wrinkles.

. Remove the wick by

folding it to the inside.

Then remove the wick

sleeve from the bottom of

the assembly.

. Line up the pins with the slotted holes inside the wick adjuster. Then

lightly press each of the three pins of the wick (now attached to the wick

sleeve) toward the center, away from the slanted grooves of the wick

adjuster allowing the wick do drop slightly. Once the pins line up with

each hole, press firmly on each pin toward the slanted grooves securely

through each hole.

NOTE : Turn the wick adjustment knob and check to be sure that the wick

moves up and down freely.

. The wick height will automatically be set to the correct burning height of

3/8" (10mm).

NOTE : Be sure to check wick height. It should be 3/8”.

NOTE : DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE STAINLESS STEEL WICK HOLDER.

NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER

UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING

.Turn the wick assembly upside down to replace the wick cover.

. Align the tabs on the wick cover with the four screw holes on the bottom of the assembly, as shown, and snap it

into place. Be certain of firm contact at all points.

. Be sure the rubber seal on tank is properly seated. <Fig. B>

. (1) Turn the wick adjustment knob to the fully raised position. (2) Pull lightly on the

skirt of the wick to remove any slack. (3) Press lightly to secure the skirt to the

retainer teeth on the wick cover. (4) You will need to hold the knob in the

clockwise position to keep the wick raised. <Fig. A>

WICK INSTALLATION TIP

** Lock the tip over switch (TOS) by inserting locking pliers or a clothes pin between the TOS plates, preventing

the weight from triggering the TOS mechanism as you install the new wick. Install the new wick in the raised

position. Remember to remove pliers or clothes pin before reassembling & lighting heater.

. (5) Replace the wick assembly on the heater with the wick raised. (6) The wick adjuster knob will need to be

positioned between the caution and warning labels. <Fig.C> (7) Replace two diagonally opposite wing nuts first.

(8) Then the remaining two. (9) Tighten each of the four wing nuts gradually until the wick assmbly is firmly in place.

. While your heater is disassembled, check the Automatic Safety Shutoff system. Remove the locking pliers or

clothes pin from the TOS mechanism if you used them to assist with the wick installation.

Trip the automatic shutoff system by nudging the pendulum.

Raise the wick by turning wick adjuster knob. Trip it again to make certain it is operating correctly.

. Turn the Wick Adjustment knob to test its operation. Be certain the Wick operates smoothly as the knob is

turned CLOCKWISE and COUNTER-CLOCKWISE.

. Test Ignition. Raise the Wick to its full height. The Ignition Plug should be within 3/64" to 5/64" (1 mm to 2 mm)

of the Wick when the Lever is pulled. (CAUTION : Do not touch the HOT, glowing ignitor!)

. Be sure to check that the wick is set at the correct height of 3/8" (10 mm)

. Remove Wick adjustment knob which you had temporarily replaced to test wick operation.

. Replace the cabinet base making certain to align the automatic safety shutoff system lever and the wick

adjustment shaft, which holds the knob, with the appropriate slots in the cabinet base.

Begin by aligning them and gently snap the cabinet base in place over the wick assembly.

. Replace the heater cabinet. Make certain the grill guard prongs are inserted securely into the proper holes

on the heater, and the front cabinet matches the front of the heater.

. Fasten the cabinet to the heater with the two screws.

. Replace the wick adjustment knob. To be certain it is properly positioned on the wick adjustment shaft,

raise the wick to its full height.

Fig.A

NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER

UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING

EXTINGUISHING THE HEATER

To extinguish the heater, push down on the manual shut-off knob (Fig.18) with one

hand while holding the wick adjuster knob in the other hand. You will feel the

pressure of spring action attempting to turn the wick adjuster knob in a counter-

clockwise direction in your hand. By slowly relaxing your grip on the wick adjuster

knob, you will allow the spring to gradually lower the wick and extinguish the flame.

When there is no further pressure from the spring action, confirm that the wick has

been fully lowered by turning the wick adjuster knob in a counter-clockwise direction

as far as it will go.

After 10-15 seconds, open the door on the body of the heater, lift the burner using

the burner knob, and visually confirm that there are no flames present. This will

confirm that the heater is completely extinguished.

CAUTION : After extinguishing the heater, allow at least 10 minutes before reigniting the heater. This allows the

heater time to cool off and return to a normal temperature. Failure to allow the 10 minute cooling off

period before reigniting the heater will result in the creation of a strong odor and possible flare-up.

WARNING : Carbon and tar can build up on the wick after the heater has been in use for a while. This can interfere

with the ability of the wick to be lowered into the body of heater, and can result in the flame not

extinguishing completely. It is the responsibility of the owner to inspect the wick, to maintain proper

maintenance of the wick, and to replace the wick when necessary in order to prevent the build up of

carbon and tar from creating a dangerous situation where the heater does not fully extinguish.

AUTOMATIC SAFETY SHUT-OFF DEVICE

This heater is equipped with an automatic safety shut-off device. The purpose of this device is to quickly and

efficiently shut-off the heater should the heater be jarred or tipped over while in operation. This is the main safety

system that is built into the heater, and it functions to prevent the flame from spreading if the heater is knocked

over.

The automatic safety shut-off device is built into the mechanism that raises and lowers the wick. It has been

designed so that if the pendulum is jarred by a shock of some sort, it retracts a latch from the wick control shaft

ratchet, and a torsion spring reacts to drop the wick to its fully lowered position. This rapid lowering of the wick

extinguishes the flame.

If you find that the wick will not raise, push the manual shut-off knob (see diagram on P.2) to engage the automatic

safety shut-off device. Then dial the wick up via the wick adjuster knob.

IMPORTANT NOTICE : For the safety shut-off device to function properly, the wick must be free of carbon and tar

deposits. Regularly performing the "Carbon Removal / Dry burning" procedure described

in the "Wick Maintenance" and "Carbon Removal / Dry Burning" sections on page 10 is

very important to the proper functioning of this important safety device.

IMPORTANT NOTICE : PLEASE CHECK THE SAFETY SHUT-OFF DEVICE ONCE A WEEK DURING THE

HEATING SEASON TO INSURE THAT IT IS FUNCTIONING PROPERLY.

IMPORTANT NOTICE : EVERY TIME THE WICK IS REMOVED OR REPLACED, THE SAFETY SHUT-OFF

DEVICE MUST BE TESTED TO INSURE THAT IT IS FUNCTIONING PROPERLY.

Fig.18

NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER

UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING

TESTING THE SAFETY SHUT-OFF DEVICE : At least once a week during the heating season, it is important to test

the safety shut-off device to be sure that it is operating properly. WITH THE HEATER TURNED OFF, raise the wick

using the wick adjuster knob to the fully raised position. Grabbing the protective grill, give the heater a firm shake. If

the safety shut-off device is working properly, you will hear a loud noise as the ratchet is disengaged and the torsion

spring drops the wick into the body of the heater. To verify that the wick has been completely lowered, turn the wick

adjuster knob in a counterclockwise direction. If the safety shut-off device is functioning properly, the wick will have

been completely lowered. If you are able to lower the wick further using the wick adjuster knob, this means that it is

time to perform the "Carbon Removal Dry Burning" procedure described on page 8 again.

LONG TERM STORAGE OF YOUR HEATER

Carefully following the instructions for storage given below will insure that your heater will operate efficiently

and safely next season (Fig.19/ Fig.20).

Using a small amount of kerosene, swirl and rinse the inside of the tank. NEVER mix water with the

kerosene as it will cause rust inside the tank. Pour the kerosene out making sure that you remove it all.

With the fuel tank empty, ignite the heater. With the wick at its maximum height, keep the wick

burning until it burns out completely (about 1 hour). It is a good idea to do this outside or in an

extremely well- ventilated area.

Remove the batteries. Remove the 2 cabinet screws and lift off the cabinet and grill assembly.

Remove the burner. Remove the wick adjuster from the fuel reservoir. Thoroughly dry the inside of

the fuel tank. Using a screwdriver and/or a brush, remove any carbon, tar or soot that might have

accumulated on the wick adjuster, wick guide or burner.

After a thorough cleaning, reassemble the heater. It is important when reassembling the wick adjuster

to be sure to maintain an equal gap between the wick adjuster and the wick guide cylinder all around.

See "Wick Replacement" on page 7 for reference.

Remove the batteries from the battery case before storing the heater to prevent leakage and

corrosion.

Store the heater with the wick in the fully lowered position and the safety shut-off device deactivated.

Store the heater in the original box with the original packing material and keep the OWNER'S

MANUAL with the heater. Store in an area that is well- ventilated.

Owner’s

Manual

Siphon

Pump

NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER

UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

1. Fill tank with water-clear 1-K kerosene or

red dyed 1-K kerosene.

2. Drain tank. Remove wick assembly & replace wick.

Reinstall wick assembly. Fill tank with water-clear

1-K kerosene or red dyed 1-K kerosene.

3. Replace batteries. Replace igniter plug. Check for broken or

disconnected wire.

4. Lower wick using wick adjuster knob until igniter plug makes

contact with top of wick.

Heater Produces Smoke or Odor ;

1. Flame is too high

2. Heater is in an air draft

3. Burner is not level

4. Carbon or tar built up on wick

5. Contaminated kerosene

1. Using wick adjuster knob, lower wick to desired 1/2” flame.

2. Move heater out of air draft.

3. Using burner knob, rotate burner from side to side until it seats

properly over wick.

4. Perform "Carbon Removal / Dry Burning" procedure.

Replace wick if necessary.

5. Drain tank. Remove wick assembly & replace wick.

Reinstall wick assembly. Fill tank with water-clear 1-K

kerosene or red dyed 1-K kerosene.

Wick Burning Down Excessively ;

1. Dangerous, volatile fuel mixed with

kerosene (gasoline, benzene, alcohol,

white gas, paint thinner, camp, stove

fuel, oil compound)

1. Drain and clean tank

Remove and replace wick

Fill tank with water-clear 1-K keroseneor

or red dyed 1-K kerosene.

Wick Adjuster Sticks ;
1. Water present in kerosene

2. Carbon or tar built up

1. Drain tank. Remove wick assembly & replace wick.

Reinstall wick assembly. Fill tank with water-clear 1-K kerosene

or red dyed 1-K kerosene.

2. Perform "Carbon Removal / Dry Burning" procedure.

Replace wick if necessary.

Push the safety reset lever (see diagram on P.2) to engage

the automatic safety shut-off device.

Then dial the wick up via the wick adjuster knob.

Call Fire Department.

Exit quickly and warn others.

DO NOT: Move heater, try to smother fire, or put water on fire.

Wick will not raise ;

Heater is enveloped in flames ;

Flame Flickers or Dies ;
1. Water present in kerosene

2. Carbon or tar built up on wick

1. Drain tank. Remove wick assembly & replace wick.

Reinstall wick assembly. Fill tank with water-clear 1-K kerosene

or red dyed 1-K kerosene.

2. Perform "Carbon Removal / Dry Burning" procedure.

Replace wick if necessary.

Heater Will Not Light ;
1. Fuel tank is empty

2. Water present in kerosene

3. Igniter plug fails to glow

4. Igniter plug makes contact with

side of wick

3, 3-1

19, 19-1

21, 21-1

16, 16-1

24, 24-1

13, 13-1

NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER

UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING

DRAWING

NUMBER

3-1

7-1

13-1

16-1

17-1

19-1

21-1

24-1

TOP GRILLE

CARRYING HANDLE

TOP PLATE(RMC-95C6)

TOP PLATE(RMC-95C6B)

BURNER ASS'Y

WICK COVER

REAR GRILLE

CABINET BASE(RMC-95C6)

CABINET BASE(RMC-95C6B)

WIND COVER

WICK ADJUSTER ASS'Y

(COMPLETE)

WICK

WICK ADJUSTER GASKET

SAFETY SHUT OFF DEVICE

DRIP TRAY ASS'Y(RMC-95C6)

DRIP TRAY ASS'Y(RMC-95C6B)

FUEL CAP GASKET

FUEL CAP ASS'Y

WICK ADJUSTER KNOB(RMC-95C6)

WICK ADJUSTER KNOB(RMC-95C6B)

BATTERY CASE ASS'Y(RMC-95C6)

BATTERY CASE ASS'Y(RMC-95C6B)

FRONT GRILLE

CABINET(RMC-95C6)

CABINET(RMC-95C6B)

MICA WINDOW

DOOR(RMC-95C6)

DOOR(RMC-95C6B)

FUEL GAUGE

FUEL GAUGE GASKET

TANK ASS'Y(RMC-95C6)

TANK ASS'Y(RMC-95C6B)

IGNITER ASS'Y

WICK SLEEVE

PS-CV01

WS-CV02R

WS-CV03

WS-CV03B

WS-CV04

WS-CV25

PS-CV060

WS-CV12

WS-CV12B

WS-CV17

2113-0032-00

See Below

PS-CV19R

See 9

PS-CV32R1

PS-CV32R1B

WS-CV30

WS-CV29

WS-CV14

WS-CV14B

WS-CV27R1

WS-CV27R1B

PS-CV061

PS-CV08R

PS-CV08RB

WS-CV09

WS-CV34

WS-CV34B

WS-CV21

WS-CV22

PS-CV23R3

PS-CV23R3B

PS-CV24R1

PS-CV35

PARTS LIST

EXPLODED PARTS DRAWING

DESCRIPTION

PART

NUMBER

NOTE : SPECIFY MODEL NUMBER AND

PART NUMBER WHEN ORDERING PARTS.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model No.

Type of Heater

Heat Output

Fuel Tank

Tank Capacity

Continuous Combustion Time

Max. Fuel Consumption

Ignition Method

Dimensions

Wick Height

Replacement Wick Number

RMC-95C6 / RMC-95C6B

Convection

Max. 23,000 BTU/hr

Integral

1.9 U.S. gallons

Approx. 8-12 hr

0.167 U.S. gallons/hr.

Battery-C Cell x2, Igniter Type "B"

27 inches

17.5 inches

25/64 IN. (10mm)

Kero-World 32225, Dura Heat DH-145, Glowick 30856

Height

Width

Depth

GHP Group, Inc.

6440 W Howard St

Niles, IL 60714-3302

Tel: (877) 447-4768

www.ghpgroupinc.com

GHP Group, Inc.

6440 W Howard St

Niles, IL 60714-3302

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