Can you use kerosene in a torpedo heater?

Re: Torpedo heater fuel options Kerosene is the preferred fuel…. They burn just a bit cleaner than a Cummins… And cost more per gallon too!

Can you use kerosene in a torpedo heater?

Re: Torpedo heater fuel options Kerosene is the preferred fuel…. They burn just a bit cleaner than a Cummins… And cost more per gallon too!

Can I burn diesel fuel in my kerosene torpedo heater?

from Tulsa. my experience is that it will work, it will however smoke a little more, and produce noticeably more fumes. Diesel is much more oily than kerosene, remember that in a diesel motor, the fuel acts as an upper cylinder lube.

How does a kerosene torpedo heater work?

Forced air heaters, sometimes called torpedo heaters, use a fan to circulate warm air through your space. Like a small jet engine, they draw air in through the back and using powerful motors, pass the air through a cylinder with heating elements inside.

Will diesel work in a kerosene heater?

Yes, you can use diesel in your kerosene heater. Kerosene heaters are multi-fuel heaters and can run off several different fuels, including diesel. You can even use pure vegetable oil in a kerosene heater! However, some types of fuel will perform better in a kerosene heater.

What burns longer kerosene or diesel?

Kerosene has a lighter viscosity than diesel, so it will burn hotter. This can help heat the house, but it could also cause some problems for a heater not equipped to handle heat that’s hotter than what is typical for heating oil.

Why does my torpedo heater keep shutting off?

If your torpedo heater keeps shutting off, it could be a problem with the electrical connection or control board. This can also be an issue with the heat sensors or tilt sensors, photoelectric sensors, or pilot light/ igniter system.

Can you use vegetable oil in a kerosene heater?

According to ChemistryLand, home-made biodiesel, made from vegetable oil, can be used in kerosene heaters. Kerosene and biodiesel have some molecular similarities, including nearly identical carbon chain lengths. Clean vegetable oil can be converted to bio-diesel on a small scale production level at your home.

What happens if you put gasoline in a kerosene heater?

Never use a substitute such as gasoline or camp stove fuel. In a kerosene heater, such fuels could start a fire or explode.