Kero World 23,000 BTU Kerosene Convection Heater #KW-24G

Manufacturer : Jensen Distributing In Stock : 7 List Price: $189.99 Price: $144.88 You Save: $45.11 (24%) Quantity : 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Features

• 23,000 Btu portable indoor kerosene convection heater
• For indoor use; heats up to 900 square feet
• Matchless ignition (powered by 2 C batteries, included); no electricity required
• 1.9-gallon tank; 8 to 12 hours run time on full tank
• Use clean kerosene only; provide adequate ventilation; 2-year warranty

Amazon.com Product Description

The Kero World portable indoor kerosene heater is great for heating small to medium indoor spaces (up to 900 square feet). Matchless ignition makes this a convenient source of instant heat--without having to plug it in, either. The built-in 1.9-gallon tank gives you up to 12 hours of heat. The manufacturer recommends using only clean kerosene. Two-year warranty.--Josh Dettweiler

What's in the Box
Heater, C batteries (2)

Five Tips for Buying a Heater
Choosing a space heater is a matter of sifting through a bewildering array of types, power ratings, and fuel sources. Let's break it down a little to make the process easier.

What are the different types of space heaters?

• Radiant heaters emit infrared radiation that directly warms the objects in front of the heaters (rather than the surrounding air). If you only need heat by a desk or in a small section of a room, a radiant heater is quiet and will use very little power.
• Forced-air heaters use a fan to blow air that has been warmed by metal or ceramic heating elements. A forced-air heater is appropriate for quickly heating up a small- to medium-sized room, but can be noisy.
• Convection heaters draw cold air from the floor; the air is warmed by heating coils and emitted from the top of the heater. A convection heater is appropriate for quickly heating up a small- to medium-sized room, but also can be noisy.
• Radiators work by heating oil enclosed in a reservoir, gradually heating the surrounding air. If heating speed isn't an issue, you might want to opt for a radiator. These are extremely quiet and effective--perfect for bedrooms.

Should I buy an electric or a combustion model?
If you want a heater that will be available in emergencies, or that can heat areas larger than a single room, choose a "combustion" model--one that is powered by a gas or fuel like propane, kerosene, natural gas, or diesel. Which fuel type you choose depends largely on convenience and local availability. For example, diesel would be appropriate for a heater you take with you on long car trips.

How powerful a heater do I need?
Heaters are rated by BTU, which stands for British Thermal Unit (the amount of heat needed to heat one pound of water by 1 degree F). To find out how many BTU you need:

• Calculate the volume of the space to be heated by multiplying square footage by height.
• Multiply that number by 4 if your insulation is poor, 3 if it's average, or 2 if it's good.

Do space heaters cost a lot to operate?
As a general rule, electric space heaters are more expensive to use than combustion models. To ensure energy efficiency, a thermostat is a must-have feature for any heater. For radiant heaters, models with a 360 degree heating surface can heat larger spaces. If you need a forced-air heater, models with ceramic elements tend to be more efficient.

Are space heaters a fire hazard?
Space heaters are implicated in about 25,000 residential fires every year. To ensure proper safety, always follow the manufacturer's usage instructions and fill out the warranty card to receive informational updates from the manufacturer. Also, look for extra safety features such as an automatic shutoff switch that can shut down the unit if, for example, it gets upended. In addition, choose a model where the heating element is adequately enclosed within the unit.

Customer Reviews

Average Rating of 3.50 out of 3 reviews

Rating :
impossible to change wicks - mike, Jan 14, 2004

I have been working on changing the wick, for 2 days and everything stinks like kerosene. There are no phone nunbers for tech help. I get the wick put on the holder and insert the pins into the side and then I cant get the wick to turn up. It will work just like they say, till its time to change the wick. my opinion is to buy a wood stove

Mike


Rating :
Worth the money, perfect for unheated garages and workshops - zen, Dec 03, 2002

I built a small office in the garage, it was quite diffiuclt to get the room warm enough to do any computer work in the winter, so I picked this heater up. It not only keeps the room at a toasty 77-85 degrees F, but a full tank of fuel lasts 8-12 hours depending on how high you have it cranked up. It's fairly odorless, except when lighting or extinguishing, and it works like a charm. Its been in almost constant use the last 2 winters and I don't know how I ever lived without it. 10 gal. of kerosene a week keeps me in the warm zone for those cold N.J. winters. I have used it with my office door open, and managed to keep an uninsulated garage at about 65 degrees F for working on my car in the middle of winter. It takes awhile to warm a room, maybe 30-60 mins, a cold garage maybe 1-2 hours. Just remember to crack a window open for fresh air while in operation!


Rating :
Kero-World Heaters are great for almost any heating job... - , Nov 18, 2002

I'm very happy with my new Kero-World heater. It starts heating almost instantly taking only about 20-30 minutes to warm the room I put it in. (an 800 sq. ft. space) The only time you can smell a bit of Kerosene is when you first light it and when you turn it off. During operation, it is almost completely odorless!! I would recommend this heater to anyone, for use almost anywhere, even in the house!

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