Portable kerosene heater controversy

Journal Article · Wed Mar 31 23:00:00 EST 1982 · Fueloil Oil Heat Sol. Syst.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6029432

Decker, M O

The National Kerosene Heater Association reports sales of slightly fewer than two million heaters in the United States between 1975 and 1979. More than one million were sold in 1980 and they project sales of eight to ten million by 1985. Kerosene heater dealers are urged to post warnings to customers specifying the grade of kerosene to be used. 1-K kerosene has a maximum sulfur content of .04% and is generally suitable for use in nonflue-connected burners. 2-K kerosene, with a sulfur content of as much as .30% should be used only in flue-connected burner applications. (JMT)

• OSTI ID: 6029432
• Journal Information: Fueloil Oil Heat Sol. Syst.; (United States), Journal Name: Fueloil Oil Heat Sol. Syst.; (United States) Vol. 41; ISSN FOHSD
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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