How to replace the wick in a Kero-Sun Moonlighter, or Omni 15 Kerosene heater.

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  • @MxSp4rk
    @MxSp4rk ปีที่แล้ว

    Very well presented! I'm getting ready to attempt to resurrect my deceased grandpa's Omni 15 that's been sitting in his garage half full of kerosene for around 15-20 years and after watching this I have the confidence to do so!

  • @davidpayne3604
    @davidpayne3604 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video....clear, concise instructions, and the best part is having a young man do the work and learning how to use his hands and repair things. We now have a whole generation that know how to actually do very little....kudos to you for not only teaching but inspiring confidence in him to act independently. I have an Omni 105G that is close to 40 years old and still works like a champ.

  • @philipmedbery6927
    @philipmedbery6927 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this excellent tutorial. I recently bought a moonlighter for 20 bucks and only needed a good wipe down and a wick. This was the first one I've ever changed and with your video it was a very smooth and easy process. Thanks again.

  • @hillarybarberthompson1725
    @hillarybarberthompson1725 9 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    30 years or so ago, my dad sold these Kero-Sun heaters at his hardware store and I grew up with one in my bedroom all winter. I've inherited two and set about replacing the wicks. My handiwork was imperfect, so I sought help on TH-cam. Your excellent video has explained so many details to me! Thank you for the extra info about the mica window . . . I had no idea. Now I've ordered new wicks and windows on eBay and I am empowered by the information you presented and explained so clearly. Thank you for taking the time to create this video and aid this DIY lady.

    • @d.j.9961
      @d.j.9961 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hillary Barber Thompson, maybe u might know more about the kerosun heater then I do.i lifted the wick & I see a rubber seal/ring just laying towards the bottom of the wick.seems 2 me it should be up top? Now I'm worried!!! where might I be able 2 buy that rubber seal? its 4 a kerosun box style heater.

    • @michaelbrewer1474
      @michaelbrewer1474 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I also had one in 1989 in my bed room and just found another one and ordered it!! Brings back good memories!!

  • @andrewmalone972
    @andrewmalone972 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much for this video. I found one of these in my dads shed after he passed and this video taught me everything I need to maintain and use it. Thanks for passing your wisdom on to the all your viewers.

  • @farkroy
    @farkroy 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is the greatest video on all of TH-cam. Well done. I owe you a beer

  • @nicholasbaeza5440
    @nicholasbaeza5440 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi from Surrey, England. I just got hold of an omni 15, somebody left it at my local dump. I'm so
    glad i found your video, very helpful and also relaxing to listen to you talkin away. If only you had
    a guitar and could sing , i would by your record haha Hope you and your family have a great christmas,
    i know it will be a warm one, sitting round the heater puffing away on the Marlboros, Adios, gracias hombre

  • @douglasburskey6411
    @douglasburskey6411 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have an Omni 15 that has been in storage several years with the kerosene drained out.Found this video quite helpful.

  • @mikegorajec4141
    @mikegorajec4141 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks RD, this is exactly what i needed to get my Moonlighter Model G heater working, after sitting in the barn for 20 years!

  • @helenmaclean9697
    @helenmaclean9697 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Well thank you so much. This video was very well prepared and recorded. Great job you two. I can't wait to impress the gang with my newly acquired skill, that of kero-sun repair person!
    We found 2 good kero-sun heaters that will work so much better after a cleaning and wick change. These little heaters will make our work cabins so much more cozy.

  • @bretnewman6620
    @bretnewman6620 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great video! You explained everything perfect. I just pulled my Omni-15 down from the top shelf in my garage after forgetting about it for years. Broke it down, cleaned it up, and now works great again. Thanks!

  • @drewts
    @drewts 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You did a really great and thorough job with this video. I’m totally new to these and very thankful for you time and help! 👍👍👍

  • @philmcmartin5321
    @philmcmartin5321 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video! I used your video to help me replace my wick. I have two Monnlighter heaters and a cooktop just in case of a power outage.

  • @johnlivingston9217
    @johnlivingston9217 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks like a great pop & son project (assuming pop and son). Thanks for the clear instruction.

  • @woodsinme
    @woodsinme 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That helped me guys, thanks. Thumbs up for sure. Finally located the right wick for mine and it is purring away in the basement.

  • @quintinwest9726
    @quintinwest9726 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    I inherited an Omni 105 that isn't heating properly. Your video has been very helpful.

  • @JRP3music
    @JRP3music 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, I have a Kero-Sun Monlighter 895X. I have been curious on how to replace the wick. I just wish there was a place locally to get a replacement.

  • @boris010666
    @boris010666 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for some really good instructions. I have a Toyostove TSC15 which has only minor differences.

  • @1dlb
    @1dlb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks for this - just got the same model an have to do a teardown / wick replacement

  • @JefK
    @JefK 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    1st Rate Job! I am now schooled in moonlighter repair. (now if'n I could jus' quit drinkin cloudy Kerosene)

  • @Jollyprez
    @Jollyprez 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Or Toyostove "Rainbow" RB-2. There IS a disadvantage with the fiberglass wick - they don't like dyed kerosene. They'll clog-up, usually within 1 or 2 tankfuls of fuel. If you cannot get "clear" kerosene - then use the all cotton #4 wicks.

  • @59chevt
    @59chevt 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good vid I bought a moon glow on craigslist and I am learning about it. thanks for all your help.

  • @darkshaman7087
    @darkshaman7087 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cheers for the video but myself is sticking to the cotton wicks as many said that the fibreglass don't burn evenly also diesel and even veg oil can be used with the cotton wicks

  • @NoGuyComesClose
    @NoGuyComesClose 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Perfectly explained... Awesome!

  • @bv2999
    @bv2999 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent! Very helpful!
    Thank you.

  • @colbolt54
    @colbolt54 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does the chimney have a lower ring inside? If so can you tell me which way its supposed to face? There is one side with a larger tab. Im not surewhich way its supposed to face.

  • @canadianmetals1789
    @canadianmetals1789 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Exact same unit as TOYOSET TSC-15 Thank you for the Video, helped a lot

  • @yendorofny
    @yendorofny 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video but, my wick adjustet will only lower the wick, it won't raise it? I think the teeth on the control rod are perhaps worn down.... Any idea where to get a new one?

  • @mjfollrd
    @mjfollrd 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could anyone recommend a paint or primer to repair a rust spot on the fuel tank lip under the rubber packing and wick adjuster for a moonlighter. Thanks

  • @dominiquebt
    @dominiquebt 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the info. I just bought a Kerosun Moonlighter and am learning how to use and maintain it! Also, do you cook on your heater?

  • @jamesmichael8549
    @jamesmichael8549 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    How do I shut off A Kero Heat Heaters that does not shut off ? I tried shutting it off to the Shut off Manual and it is still running ? I tried the Adjusting Range But it is still going .

  • @jwcool404
    @jwcool404 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks.....I appreciate your instructions

  • @chasmcneal7894
    @chasmcneal7894 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where did you find a wick to fit

  • @chasmcneal7894
    @chasmcneal7894 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like the little heater but I just don’t know how to find wick

  • @mjfollrd
    @mjfollrd 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great instructions, thanx

  • @rickgarland8543
    @rickgarland8543 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    this video saved me alot of time. they are pretty simple to take apart but i have never run a K1 heater before and i bought a used one for 20 bucks and the wick was 15 bucks but my wick said to let it sit in the fuel for 2 to 3 hours before i lite it im still waiting so i havent even seen if it works good or not but thank you for the video great job

  • @doinsngoins
    @doinsngoins 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic video

  • @jcbbe
    @jcbbe 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Perfect tutorial

  • @chasmcneal7894
    @chasmcneal7894 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How in the world did you find one to fit

  • @ugotit33x
    @ugotit33x 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Again excellent

  • @nunyabizness199
    @nunyabizness199 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, just picked one up today...

  • @robertlambert6631
    @robertlambert6631 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    where can I purchase a omi 15 wick & wick adjuster

  • @truth-verite5144
    @truth-verite5144 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Perfectly explained ! How can anybody not succeed ?! Not can u explain how to find a good men ??? LOL

  • @adamismonster
    @adamismonster 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, this was very helpful!

  • @tombartles6246
    @tombartles6246 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! Your Video helped me.

  • @mdweed1
    @mdweed1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks I did it you guys are awesome so thank you!!!!

  • @sarahfotheringham8892
    @sarahfotheringham8892 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can this heater be used in a tent?

    • @RedDodge1968
      @RedDodge1968  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It would not be advisable to use one of these heaters in a tent, they do emit carbon monoxide, and tents are also a fire hazard in themselves.

  • @mjfollrd
    @mjfollrd 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good Stuff. Thanks!

  • @chasmcneal7894
    @chasmcneal7894 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can’t find a wick anywhere

  • @NoGuyComesClose
    @NoGuyComesClose 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Any idea on the year/years Kerosun manufactured the Omni 15?

  • @adamismonster
    @adamismonster 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful--thank you.

  • @ugotit33x
    @ugotit33x 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video thank you

  • @chasmcneal7894
    @chasmcneal7894 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I ordered 2 and they didn’t fit

  • @jlhen2010
    @jlhen2010 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done Video ..thanks

  • @jeffrey5238
    @jeffrey5238 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you sir and your son thank yo

  • @johnl6758
    @johnl6758 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Don't remove the wick from the carrier over the base. All that debris falls into the well.

  • @carlwentz594
    @carlwentz594 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you nice video will done.

  • @robdonna1000
    @robdonna1000 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mine works fine without the mica window. And I use dyed kerosene.

    • @RedDodge1968
      @RedDodge1968  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Non catalyst type heaters struggle to burn clean, the mica window seals in the heater's chimney thus keeping heat in, this helps the heater to burn cleaner. Using one of these heaters without its window, or without its chimney causes the heater to emit higher levels of carbon monoxide.

  • @colbolt54
    @colbolt54 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hard to believe they are still using the same mechanism that was used on perfection heater. Same flame spreader same design. Depressing and disappointed

  • @michaelhoffman7970
    @michaelhoffman7970 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video thankyou mhof_58

  • @thegoatlickers
    @thegoatlickers 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video! Thank you ..