Wow do I owe you a thank you. I just drug my old "REDDY HEATER 55" from our garage at the back of our property out to use in the House garage and when i plugged it in after filling it nothing...... I figured it sat to long so I looked at a couple of box stores and was just about to go get one and thought.......UA-cam? more than likely some kind of trouble shooting video. I had no idea these things were so elementry and all it took after I opened the hood was to shoot some WD40 on a rusty looking shaft connected to the fan that was not turning and "Bazinga" . That thing spun freeley and fired right up. You sir saved me $170.00 because in my mind it was broke and needed replaced. Thank you again Sir. Your video more than likely has saved several people money that thought this was a big ordeal to mess with. I swear UA-cam has more valuable lessons than college ever did.
Thank you much appreciated my fuel pressure just needed to be turned up now I'm not freezing in my shop and didn't need to spend the money I do not have thank you so much 👍
Thank you! I have a Master 135,000 btu. Use it like you said, get up to temp, then try to maintain with woodstove. Never knew what was involved, thought these were complicated machines. Nice to know I can trouble shoot & repair instead of opting for other avenues. Thanks again for the time you put into the video!
I've had a procome where the ignitor was tilted away from the nozzle. Removing the mounting bracket from the chamber re- bending this bracket did the trick!!
+@glennsvoboda6602 Great info! Thanks for watching and taking the time to share this tip! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. ua-cam.com/play/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79.html&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a
I must have missed this video in your series. Have never seen a Torpedo Kerosene heater before. Very simple gadget. Another very enjoyable 'how to' video. 🙂🚜🐻 Bear Queensland Oztralia. Love your Work.
Heat is very important to me .i want to be comfortable in my shop .when working in the shop if your not comfortable ....you will makes mistakes 😅 thanks for sharing brother 😀 🙏
You’re welcome my friend. I think I’ve tried just about every heating option there is available at some point. I had a wood stove in my shop for years but it wasn’t convenient for a quick repair and took up a lot of space. I gave up on kerosene because of cost and smell. Currently I have an 18k mini-split that works very well down to about 20f with a 220 electric heater backup. If it gets really cold or I have the door open I have a 30k forced air propane heater. This is also great if I want to heat the shop quickly. The mini-split also does fantastic in the summer when I need AC.
Good video, clearly explaining operation. I had to do lots of web surfing to figure mine out some years ago. They truly are a simple design and like you said, parts are readily available. Good job.
+@michaelrichter1465 Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. ua-cam.com/play/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79.html&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a
I noticed a kerosene smell when I first got mine, because I never knew about changing the pump pressure to make it burn cleaner. Now that I know how to adjust them to burn cleaner, I switched to burning diesel instead. I don't get any smell with diesel like I do with kerosene and diesel puts out more BTUs than kerosene and is also alot cheaper. So now by using diesel with the pump running at the proper pressure, I have a nice hot, clean burning heater with no smoke or smell.
Thank you. Great demonstration. I have the Reddy Heater 55K. And actually was the same “guts” as the one you used to demonstrate. I think mine has a photo cell problem. But thanks Baldeagle!
Great job and great information. I learned something new today, thank you. Yes sir, I agree, we installed a mini split unit in our shop and love it. Thanks for sharing my friend.
I wish I had installed a mini-split years ago! So efficient, out of the way and can even be controlled on my phone by WIFI! Much more efficient than Kereosen, Propane, or a traditional electric heater. Thanks for watching @Raley's Small Engines
I really appreciated this video! I saw these when I was a kid, but I never owned or ran one. I received an old one from a neighbor this summer. Now I'm confident that I can tune it up safely to take the edge off while I'm taking on a few garage projects this winter.
great video bud, i really learned a thing or 2 troubleshooting mine, the knowledge that you have provide, ill recommend this video as a "1 stop shop" on the inter workings of turbo heaters
A very helpful video indeed. I have one which burns dirty and although the spark looks good across the electrode gap the fuel doesn't ignite very well and the end plate doesn't glow at all then it cuts out after 15 minutes. I'm thinking the air pump isn't making enough pressure to supply enough fuel and to get the fuel spraying a nice promised pattern to ignite well. Good video you did, thank you.
I love how you took the time to really explain in detail everything what you were doing about the heater because the photo cell I did not know what that was for. My problem is that once it runs and there's no smoke, I'll put the cover on it and start it up. THEN IT SMOKES LIKE CRAZY ⁉️ Now it's fixed, the air hose had a little crack or leak at the end.
I should probably check my heater over ! Had it for 20+ years and never had it apart! I’ve used it almost every winter at some point …usually just a tank or 2! Great informative video!
The next time somebody brings up the green new deal or something about electric cars or any of that horse nonsense, they should go out and talk to folks who live in a cold climate and tell them exactly how these green new deal bogus works. I am absolutely 100% surprised that most of these people who are making some of these rules and regulations have never stepped foot in any place or have even seen snow. Let alone any cold weather.I enjoyed the video very much.
Thank you so much for making this very detailed and efficient video!! Really helped me understand what’s happening in my 1960’s 140k Sears heater. Still runs, but very stinky; gonna swap out the kerosene for starters. Ps; the last part in the vid about heat sources is exactly the thoughts we’re working thru now! Will probably just do the mini-split like you suggest. Stay warm! Jason
+@gregpeterson5067 Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. ua-cam.com/play/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79.html&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a
Glad i came across your channel.... i have one of these heater and just about where the fire 🔥 blaze i use a circle saw cut it out and installed a 4 inch metal pipe as a exhaust and install a duck fan so i sucks the exhaust out and works fantastic heat my barn
My ready heater stopped working about 20 years ago, still has fuel in it. I am pretty sure mine will have the spark plug, I am thinking that is the problem, This summer i am going to drain the old fuel out and start trouble shooting, Thanks for the video this will help me in fixing mine.. I know making videos is time consuming but i really appreciate them.
this was the best how to video of these torpedo heater I've seen yet. I'm having trouble with my DXH190HD Dewalt not burning properly even though the pressure gauge(8.5 psi) is exactly where it should be, even though it had been burning very well. Then all of a sudden when I turned it on and day and it began to smoke and the burn was not smooth, like more and then less and lots of smoke. This was the first time this did this to me. Wonder if it is the fuel, for the fuel is somewhere about 3 years old, maybe 4. But I heard that Kerosene is very good for at least 5 and can stay good for longer.
I would not rely on Kerosene that is more than a year or two old. It does last longer than gas or other fuels but does degrade as it ages. I would also pull the nozzle off and clean it very well. It likely something stock in the nozzle.
you installed the outlet filter backwards. This is a problem since the passage for the pressure chamber can read correctly. The screened portion of the filter faces rearward.
I’m surprised no one else has noticed this before now. I realized this while I was editing the video and took it back apart and turned it around. Good catch. 😁👍
great video! It gave me an idea of what to check. I can't get mine to glow it was running fine and ended up ringing off my fuel adjuster trying to make it glow. maybe the little black blades are stuck.
+@taylormach1699 Thank you for sharing your comment! We hope to see you around in the future as well. youtube.com/@baldeagle242 Wishing you all the best! 😊👍
+@MrEd-kk7uj Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. ua-cam.com/play/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79.html&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a
I can't even get 3psi out of mine. I've replaced everything except the motor. My diagnosis is that the motor isn't spinning fast enough. I'm getting a gauge to read the motor speed to confirm.
Good video Don't mean to be a comment troll. But that top lid is also gonna be subjective as to the fuel enjoyment once you put that top lid back on that's gonna change the way your burn pattern is just because it has to draw the air through the back of the heater versus from everywhere I don't know if you mention that later on I didn't watch the whole thing so if you did my apologies
I put my inside a box with proper ventilation, cool of fan and chimney tubes and elbows now i can barely hear the heater, down side now the heater is not portable. The heater and the cool off fan are in 2 thermostat so i dont have to worrying about on or off
@@baldeagle242 i come to ur video becuase i wand to service my heater and was very helpful thank u, you make a very good point about if the garage is attach my is detach and i put 4 oz of 99% alcohol per gallon is been working good for me into know but i think just need service
Surprisingly you're only the second person to catch this. I actually realized it when I was editing the video and took it back apart to turn it around. Good catch! 😁👍
Mr Baldeagle242, I have two heaters like these. One that is probably 250K BTU and the other one is maybe 100-150K BTU. The 250 stopped working two years ago and I pushed it to the side and started using the smaller unit. Late in the winter last year the smaller one started cutting off every five minutes or so. And it just got worse the more I ran it. It got to the point where it wouldn't run over a few seconds. So this year I started looking at videos to figure out how to fix them. I bought a gauge last year with a filter kit I think, but never used it. After several videos, I tackled them with success. Both are currently working. The opportunity I have is the larger one is actually blowing a feathered flame out the end of the heater. I tried adjusting the pressure without much of a change. It doesn't during operation so I'm not sure what could cause this. It seems I have seen some of these that done the same thing. Regardless, If you have any suggestions as to what would cause this, I would appreciate the help. Currently using the smaller unit. If I can get my shop to about 50° i can usually make it OK. Thanks
My Reddy 55K does not come on at all. Jumped across the fan motor and it worked fine and drew fuel from the tank. Jumped across the electric igniter to see if it would come on and blew the fuse. replaced the fuse. Pulled the the photo eye, cleaned it, looked ok, still nothing. PC board is pretty simple, looks ok, no scorch marks. What should I check?
@@baldeagle242 I'm afraid I trashed it before I watched your video and saw how simple they are , it was 20 years old. I noticed my shop filling up with smoke turned off the heater and a flame was still coming out the end
Best vid I've seen o n these. Thanks. PS, just went down to shop and got my 235K heater fixed, was blowing too much fuel, turned screw down and not throwing flame anymore but still smokes when turns off, but I can live with that. Maybe better when I get winter diesel in it ?
I have a master heater in my garage right now with e1 code, so im going to take your advice amd check it out, any other suggestions u might have for me would be appreciated
I tried running mine at the recommended pressure and it burn way to low. It could barely turn the cone red around the edges. I kept turning the pressure up so it burns good and hot, and most important, clean. I'm running about 4 at the gauge now. There is no smoke, fumes or smell burning diesel and it work great now!
You may need a new set of filters, there is a few more filters in the fuel line so to speak, they need replacement now and then, your nozzle may also need replacement/adjustment.
I got a remington brand but can't get it too ignite. Replaced hoses and fuel filter, also have spark and good pressure. Also took apart the nozzle and cleaned it. Any ideas what else it could be?
only comment is.... none of the videos i watched (your's being one of the best) explained that the fuel is atomized by a venturi effect...is that correct?...
I have a 130,000 btu remington its a bit much for the garage. Can i turn the pressure down to get less heat if it dosent start smoking? Ive run kerosine diesel and jet fuel in it. The diesel seems to be the cleanest burning in mine. Kerosine is much more expensive than diesel. Jet fuel actually runs hottest I just happen to get some from work. I never did not adjust the pressure changing fuel types but I like the fuel options. Mine It seems to use a lot of fuel though and Id like to adjust the temp drop before it comes back on so it dosent cycle so often. Just a thought if someone has older fuel in their unit and beleive thats why its burning dirty smoking some adding some fresh fuel on top especially jet will bring up the cetane level so it runs cleaner then run fresh after that. Just a way to use up the old stuff Fuel aint cheap.
No, it will pulse on and off and create a lot of fumes. There is a narrow range of “acceptable’ adjustments on a given heater. I'd suggest selling it and replacing it with one closer sized for your area. I always tell people to go smaller than they think they will need. It may run longer, but it will use less fuel overall, and it will burn cleaner because you're not getting the inevitable fumes every time it fires up. If you're stuck with the larger heater, your best option is to open a door or window until you're able to replace it.
Thanks for the video! My All Pro 55,000 runs for about 20 to 30 seconds, then billows smoke and shuts off. It never gets to glowing red in the front. I am thinking it is a bad photocell. What are your thoughts? Thanks!
Great video! Have one of these thats probably 20+ years old, use it in my shop. In good ol California 🤮 I just paid $70 for 5gal of kerosene! Do you run diesel in yours? 5$ a gal for some diesel would be better than $15gal for kerosene!
Some of them will run on diesel but they tend to smoke and smell more than kerosene. I know people will run kerosene in heaters that are not designed for it but I’ve never tried it myself.
Hey there my 150000 btu Dayton works great until a few day ago my problem was I have a sticking bearing in the electric motor and I would spray WD-40 to free up the bearings so the fan would spin obviously it eventually gummed up the vanes some how and I would have to clean the rotor up with brake cleaner , well the other day I assembled it as I done in the past and as I turn the fan to see how it would spin and I heard crunching I must of installed the parts in wrong anyway have u ever replaced the bearing in the electric motor ? They are expensive motors to replace rather tinker with replacing the bearings first ?
I’ve never replaced the bearings in one. I’ve been lucky enough to have a few spare motors when I needed one. I’d have to pull it apart and look at it to see if they are replaceable.
Diesel puts out more heat but puts out more fumes. Kerosene is a better choice for areas with limited ventilation or areas where fumes can me an issue. Both smell, kerosene is just slightly better.
I like the gauge and the link you provided for it. I notice you have attachments on the gauge. Do I need them? Could you link the attachments for the gauge also. Thanks!!!
+@theamerican7080 Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. ua-cam.com/play/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79.html&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a
@theamerican7080 No apology needed. You’re 100% correct on the top being on for proper adjustment. I’ve experimented with it a couple times since this video was made and there is a very slight difference with the top on v/s off. I truly appreciate all comments and I’m willing to learn myself. 😁👍
What happens when your set screw on your air pressure bottom out but my air pressure still isn't we're it needs to be I have a Reddy heater pro 155 my pressure needs to be at 5 psi but I can only get it to 3 psi
Tuff to say without looking at it myself but I would look for something that’s restring the fan or possibly a week or dirty photocell that’s getting enough light to run with the top off but not with the top on.
Mine is the Master brand silent drive system. Not the exact same, but I am sure it's very similiar. I use it almost everyday for a couple hours. It worked great, then the last time it ignited for a few seconds then went out. Now when I try to turn it on I get a loud Grinding sound. I cleaned the photo cell, same result. New fuel this season within the last month. It is only about 1 year old. Any thoughts? Thank you for any help.
mine fires up and runs for about a min then starts to smoke pretty heavy, it will ignite again bout a min later. Then repeats the cycle. What do you recommend?
There are a few things that might cause it to do that. First, make sure you have fresh fuel with no water in it. Second, make sure the tank is clean and the pump isn't sucking rust or dirt off the button of the tank. Third, check to make sure the photocell is working. (it probably wouldn't restart if it weren't.) Forth, make sure the motor turns freely and isn't slowing down. If it is sticking, you may need to clean the pump. If all that checks out ok, I will put a pressure gauge on it. If the pressure drops before it shuts off, you probably have a clogged fuel inlet. If the pressure raises very slightly before it shuts off, you may have a clogged nozzle. It could be other things, but that should point you in a direction that will help you to pinpoint the issue. Good luck with it. Let me know what you find. Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸
@@bigworm6635 That’s an excellent point. I've never had that happen on a heater but have a few times on small engine equipment. Thanks for your input. 😁👍
I have 4 torpedo heaters and no body has any parts for them they tell me it's to old even if only a few years old they just want to sell you a new one even if its the same model and make they sell you still have to buy a new one?? Not very helpful Dublin Ireland?
My heater seems to be running on a misfire sequence. I had to replace the rubber hoses. Any idea? I was told the kerosene maybe bad but it came right from the station pump last month.
You may have something floating around in the nozzle that momentarily blocks the fuel flow. We did get into that in this video but they can be removed and cleaned pretty easily.
I have a Master 80000 BTU. Less than 1 year old. The switch turns on. There is a spark but the motor/fan doesn't kick in and no fuel is pumped to the fuel tip.
Awesome video and thanks for taking the time to make it. In your opinion what would be the best psi that you have seen for a 140000 btu heater to run at
There should be a tag or sticker on the heater itself. This will be the best setting for your particular heater. If the tag is missing or unreadable you should be able to google it.
Check the photocell. It may be getting enough light to run with the top off but not when it’s on. This is assuming something isn’t hitting the fan or slowing it down.
I have a dynaglo deluxe 125btu. It runs for 5 min fine then it starts smoking and shuts off. I cleaned the sensor and glow plug. I don't know what else it could be. I did all the stuff you did also and still smokes
It may have dirt in the fuel that gradually gets sucked up until it clogs. You may have a clogged secondary filter too. I'd start by flushing the tank.
I emptied the tank what should I put in there to clean the inside? Also is there an email I can send you a video of what it's doing? Picked up another one yesterday and it's an older spark plug model that's sputtering and smoking also.
Some of the bigger models have a drain plug under the tank. If it does you can open it and flush fresh fuel through it. My email is my channel name @gmail.com
Now that diesel is low sulfur, can you use it interchangeably with kerosene in one of these. Mine is 30 years old and calls out kerosene but not #2 diesel.
It will work with minor adjustments- However the smell and fumes are to much for most people. I wouldn’t recommend it unless you are outside or in an open door building.
I've got a 80k BTU one that I use Diesel fuel in. Just recently built a 30x50 shop with 14ft ceilings that I'm heating with mine. Gets up to temp great and quick but it leaves a white fog in the shop like you've been running a fog machine. I have taken it apart and cleaned it and mine does not have a gauge but seems to be woking great but I'm worried about the amount of haze especially spending hrs out there with my kids. Gonna dig back in and see if maybe I need to change my air filter. Mine is several years old and I don't ever remember it making a haze like this. Anyone else having this issue I'd appreciate your input.
I know it’s more expensive but kerosene burns much cleaner. If your running diesel in a heater that’s made for kerosene it will smoke more than one that’s designed for it. Another thing people often over look is the age of the fuel. If it more than 3 months old dump it in your truck or tractor and buy some fresh fuel.
@@baldeagle242 I appreciate that feedback. My fuel is fresh #2 green diesel because that's what I can get easiest and my heater is a multi fuel heater and lists both diesel and kerosene. Also I have tried kerosene recently and it seemed to me the fumes and smell were about the same or even worse so I went back to diesel.
Ok, that is good info. With that knowledge I’d check your filters as you mentioned in your first comment. I’d also look into getting a pressure gauge and verify your pressure is still within spec. You’ll never get rid of the fumes and smell 100% but it sounds like something isn’t working as effectively as it should be if your seeing a haze in the air.
I had planned to make a follow up video on a second heater with a nozzle issue right after this one but haven’t got to it yet. Other than the cracked housing on the back of this one it really didn’t have any other issues. You’re correct though, I should have mentioned it anyways.
Tuff to say without looking at it myself but I would look for something that’s restring the fan or possibly a week or dirty photocell that’s getting enough light to run with the top off but not with the top on.
My heater is getting way too much fuel, I have tried to adjust the pressure but it just stays the same, I have ordered new filter assembly, will that fix the adjustment problem?
I have included links to most of the parts you’ll need in the description under this video. I realize most people watching don’t have accounts with parts suppliers so I’ve sourced most parts from Amazon. To find the correct parts for your heater most Amazon sellers will include the heater model number in their descriptions with pictures to visually verify the parts are correct.
Thanks for the run down on these. one question though. At what point(s) do you suspect the fault(s) could be or do reside with the control board? I got a small 55k Ready.
Depending on the model you have it may have a fuse. Start there and confirm input power. Some units hale leds on them that will flash a code. Without more specifics it’s difficult to give much more information than this without going overboard with generalities.
This will run on a 110 volt generator but I would NOT recommend running a heater like this inside a residential dwelling. These heaters can put off a lot of carbon monoxide and the fumes would be overwhelming. (And they are loud!) If I were you I would look into a more simplistic heater that runs on propane or kerosene that does not require a power source and has an oxygen sensors to shut it down if the air becomes unsafe. Something line a heater buddy or similar propane option would be less expensive than a generator/torpedo heater combination and provide a much quieter and safer alternative. There are single and double burner options. The double burner has the same lower setting options as the single burner with a third setting for colder areas or larger areas. amzn.to/3zN1Yf4
I’m getting slight fumes. Enough so that it burns the eyes. The cone is not a consistent red. It seems to be cooler on the bottom of the cone. I’m using 1 gal. Of gasoline to 5 gallons of diesel. Any thoughts?
Best easy to follow how to video I have seen thank you
You’re welcome. Thanks for watching. 😁👍
What causes flames to shoot out from the front of the heater?
Wow do I owe you a thank you. I just drug my old "REDDY HEATER 55" from our garage at the back of our property out to use in the House garage and when i plugged it in after filling it nothing...... I figured it sat to long so I looked at a couple of box stores and was just about to go get one and thought.......UA-cam? more than likely some kind of trouble shooting video. I had no idea these things were so elementry and all it took after I opened the hood was to shoot some WD40 on a rusty looking shaft connected to the fan that was not turning and "Bazinga" . That thing spun freeley and fired right up. You sir saved me $170.00 because in my mind it was broke and needed replaced. Thank you again Sir. Your video more than likely has saved several people money that thought this was a big ordeal to mess with. I swear UA-cam has more valuable lessons than college ever did.
I'm so happy to hear this. Thank you for taking the time to comment. 🦅🇺🇸
Excellent video. I dug into mine after it sat for a couple years. I was surprised how simple they are.
Helped me tremendously I couldn't figure out why mine was making my eye burn and realized it only had 2.5 psi thanks to your video
That’s great! Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment. 😁👍
I had one last winter give me grief pulled it apart and found the hoses all weather cracked changed them all an away she went
Good job
Thank you much appreciated my fuel pressure just needed to be turned up now I'm not freezing in my shop and didn't need to spend the money I do not have thank you so much 👍
You're welcome. I'm glad it was able to help you.
Thank you! I have a Master 135,000 btu. Use it like you said, get up to temp, then try to maintain with woodstove. Never knew what was involved, thought these were complicated machines. Nice to know I can trouble shoot & repair instead of opting for other avenues. Thanks again for the time you put into the video!
I've had a procome where the ignitor was tilted away from the nozzle. Removing the mounting bracket from the chamber re- bending this bracket did the trick!!
+@glennsvoboda6602 Great info! Thanks for watching and taking the time to share this tip! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. ua-cam.com/play/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79.html&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a
I must have missed this video in your series. Have never seen a Torpedo Kerosene heater before. Very simple gadget. Another very enjoyable 'how to' video. 🙂🚜🐻 Bear Queensland Oztralia. Love your Work.
Thank you, sir. I appreciate you taking the time to watch. 😁👍
Heat is very important to me .i want to be comfortable in my shop .when working in the shop if your not comfortable ....you will makes mistakes 😅 thanks for sharing brother 😀 🙏
You’re welcome my friend. I think I’ve tried just about every heating option there is available at some point. I had a wood stove in my shop for years but it wasn’t convenient for a quick repair and took up a lot of space. I gave up on kerosene because of cost and smell. Currently I have an 18k mini-split that works very well down to about 20f with a 220 electric heater backup. If it gets really cold or I have the door open I have a 30k forced air propane heater. This is also great if I want to heat the shop quickly. The mini-split also does fantastic in the summer when I need AC.
Good video, clearly explaining operation. I had to do lots of web surfing to figure mine out some years ago. They truly are a simple design and like you said, parts are readily available. Good job.
+@michaelrichter1465 Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. ua-cam.com/play/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79.html&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a
I noticed a kerosene smell when I first got mine, because I never knew about changing the pump pressure to make it burn cleaner. Now that I know how to adjust them to burn cleaner, I switched to burning diesel instead. I don't get any smell with diesel like I do with kerosene and diesel puts out more BTUs than kerosene and is also alot cheaper. So now by using diesel with the pump running at the proper pressure, I have a nice hot, clean burning heater with no smoke or smell.
Thank you. Great demonstration. I have the Reddy Heater 55K. And actually was the same “guts” as the one you used to demonstrate. I think mine has a photo cell problem. But thanks Baldeagle!
You're welcome. Thank for watching. 😁👍
Great job and great information. I learned something new today, thank you. Yes sir, I agree, we installed a mini split unit in our shop and love it. Thanks for sharing my friend.
I wish I had installed a mini-split years ago! So efficient, out of the way and can even be controlled on my phone by WIFI! Much more efficient than Kereosen, Propane, or a traditional electric heater. Thanks for watching @Raley's Small Engines
Good video. I’ve never used one before but own one my brother in- law left at my house. I feel a little more comfortable trying to start it up.
I really appreciated this video! I saw these when I was a kid, but I never owned or ran one. I received an old one from a neighbor this summer. Now I'm confident that I can tune it up safely to take the edge off while I'm taking on a few garage projects this winter.
great video bud, i really learned a thing or 2 troubleshooting mine, the knowledge that you have provide, ill recommend this video as a "1 stop shop" on the inter workings of turbo heaters
Thank you. 😁👍
A very helpful video indeed. I have one which burns dirty and although the spark looks good across the electrode gap the fuel doesn't ignite very well and the end plate doesn't glow at all then it cuts out after 15 minutes. I'm thinking the air pump isn't making enough pressure to supply enough fuel and to get the fuel spraying a nice promised pattern to ignite well. Good video you did, thank you.
Thank you
I love how you took the time to really explain in detail everything what you were doing about the heater because the photo cell I did not know what that was for.
My problem is that once it runs and there's no smoke, I'll put the cover on it and start it up.
THEN IT SMOKES LIKE CRAZY ⁉️
Now it's fixed, the air hose had a little crack or leak at the end.
That may be old fuel or a clogged nozzle.
I should probably check my heater over ! Had it for 20+ years and never had it apart! I’ve used it almost every winter at some point …usually just a tank or 2!
Great informative video!
Thank you! With a little maintenance and clean fuel they will run a very long time. 😁👍
Good info, those are great little shop heaters, I have a propane one now.
Great information thanks
You're welcome. Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸
The next time somebody brings up the green new deal or something about electric cars or any of that horse nonsense, they should go out and talk to folks who live in a cold climate and tell them exactly how these green new deal bogus works. I am absolutely 100% surprised that most of these people who are making some of these rules and regulations have never stepped foot in any place or have even seen snow. Let alone any cold weather.I enjoyed the video very much.
Amen, my friend! Well, said! Thank you for watching, and thank you for the comment.
I have an old ready heater 25 years old she just quit today one of the fan blades let go so I went out and got a Dewalt one on sale 200 bucks
Thank you so much for making this very detailed and efficient video!! Really helped me understand what’s happening in my 1960’s 140k Sears heater. Still runs, but very stinky; gonna swap out the kerosene for starters. Ps; the last part in the vid about heat sources is exactly the thoughts we’re working thru now! Will probably just do the mini-split like you suggest. Stay warm! Jason
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Great video, very informative !!
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Glad i came across your channel.... i have one of these heater and just about where the fire 🔥 blaze i use a circle saw cut it out and installed a 4 inch metal pipe as a exhaust and install a duck fan so i sucks the exhaust out and works fantastic heat my barn
My ready heater stopped working about 20 years ago, still has fuel in it. I am pretty sure mine will have the spark plug, I am thinking that is the problem, This summer i am going to drain the old fuel out and start trouble shooting, Thanks for the video this will help me in fixing mine.. I know making videos is time consuming but i really appreciate them.
Let us know how it works out. Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸
Thanks for the great info.
Cover must be on unit to get a good read on the targets heat color.
This is correct. The air flow is much different with the covers off and it will effect the amount of heat generated. Thanks for watching. 😁👍
This was posted 6am here lol
I set it as an instant premier as soon as I got it completed. I'm going to be out all day and won't be around to post it later.
this was the best how to video of these torpedo heater I've seen yet. I'm having trouble with my DXH190HD Dewalt not burning properly even though the pressure gauge(8.5 psi) is exactly where it should be, even though it had been burning very well. Then all of a sudden when I turned it on and day and it began to smoke and the burn was not smooth, like more and then less and lots of smoke. This was the first time this did this to me. Wonder if it is the fuel, for the fuel is somewhere about 3 years old, maybe 4. But I heard that Kerosene is very good for at least 5 and can stay good for longer.
I would not rely on Kerosene that is more than a year or two old. It does last longer than gas or other fuels but does degrade as it ages. I would also pull the nozzle off and clean it very well. It likely something stock in the nozzle.
you installed the outlet filter backwards. This is a problem since the passage for the pressure chamber can read correctly. The screened portion of the filter faces rearward.
I’m surprised no one else has noticed this before now. I realized this while I was editing the video and took it back apart and turned it around. Good catch. 😁👍
Great info man. Saving me money 💰!!
Great video, thank you
great video! It gave me an idea of what to check. I can't get mine to glow it was running fine and ended up ringing off my fuel adjuster trying to make it glow.
maybe the little black blades are stuck.
Thanks
So I ran my work horse dry....refilled it, now I cannot get it to work....
That shouldn’t cause a problem. Are you sure your fuel is good?
Thanks for the info.
+@taylormach1699 Thank you for sharing your comment! We hope to see you around in the future as well. youtube.com/@baldeagle242
Wishing you all the best! 😊👍
Very informative .... Thanks....
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I can't even get 3psi out of mine. I've replaced everything except the motor. My diagnosis is that the motor isn't spinning fast enough. I'm getting a gauge to read the motor speed to confirm.
No nonsense video. Helpful. Liked and Subscribed.
Thank you! 🦅🇺🇸
These work great on diesel fuel. We use red dyed off road diesel in our heaters.
Thanks for the video. Helpful to know I can test with the cover off.
It’s not ideal with the cover off but it can be done for testing.
The top cover should be ON! Must cover from the fan motor to the discharge end. The air needs to be directed through the heating chamber.
Good video Don't mean to be a comment troll. But that top lid is also gonna be subjective as to the fuel enjoyment once you put that top lid back on that's gonna change the way your burn pattern is just because it has to draw the air through the back of the heater versus from everywhere I don't know if you mention that later on I didn't watch the whole thing so if you did my apologies
love your videos amd always informative
Thank you.
Great video thanks 😊
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Very good info thank you.
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I put my inside a box with proper ventilation, cool of fan and chimney tubes and elbows now i can barely hear the heater, down side now the heater is not portable. The heater and the cool off fan are in 2 thermostat so i dont have to worrying about on or off
That sounds perfect. Thanks for sharing. 😁👍
@@baldeagle242 i come to ur video becuase i wand to service my heater and was very helpful thank u, you make a very good point about if the garage is attach my is detach and i put 4 oz of 99% alcohol per gallon is been working good for me into know but i think just need service
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Am I tripping or did he put the filter in backwards
Surprisingly you're only the second person to catch this. I actually realized it when I was editing the video and took it back apart to turn it around. Good catch! 😁👍
Awesome video!! Thank you!!!
Thank you. 😁👍
Mr Baldeagle242,
I have two heaters like these. One that is probably 250K BTU and the other one is maybe 100-150K BTU. The 250 stopped working two years ago and I pushed it to the side and started using the smaller unit. Late in the winter last year the smaller one started cutting off every five minutes or so. And it just got worse the more I ran it. It got to the point where it wouldn't run over a few seconds. So this year I started looking at videos to figure out how to fix them. I bought a gauge last year with a filter kit I think, but never used it. After several videos, I tackled them with success. Both are currently working.
The opportunity I have is the larger one is actually blowing a feathered flame out the end of the heater. I tried adjusting the pressure without much of a change. It doesn't during operation so I'm not sure what could cause this. It seems I have seen some of these that done the same thing. Regardless, If you have any suggestions as to what would cause this, I would appreciate the help. Currently using the smaller unit. If I can get my shop to about 50° i can usually make it OK.
Thanks
You may have a partial clog on the nozzle. I would pull that off and clean it out before looking at anything else.
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thanks, very informative !
Thanks for watching.
my 50,000 btu reddy heater blows blue smoke occasionally while running it starts and puts out a lot heat
My Reddy 55K does not come on at all. Jumped across the fan motor and it worked fine and drew fuel from the tank. Jumped across the electric igniter to see if it would come on and blew the fuse. replaced the fuse. Pulled the the photo eye, cleaned it, looked ok, still nothing. PC board is pretty simple, looks ok, no scorch marks. What should I check?
Thanks great info
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mine started spitting fire I had to use a fire extinguisher to pur it out.
That's not good! What did you find wrong with it? 😳
@@baldeagle242 I'm afraid I trashed it before I watched your video and saw how simple they are , it was 20 years old.
I noticed my shop filling up with smoke turned off the heater and a flame was still coming out the end
Best vid I've seen o n these. Thanks.
PS, just went down to shop and got my 235K heater fixed, was blowing too much fuel, turned screw down and not throwing flame anymore but still smokes when turns off, but I can live with that. Maybe better when I get winter diesel in it ?
The type or age of the fuel can play a key role in how much it smokes.
I have a master heater in my garage right now with e1 code, so im going to take your advice amd check it out, any other suggestions u might have for me would be appreciated
I tried running mine at the recommended pressure and it burn way to low. It could barely turn the cone red around the edges. I kept turning the pressure up so it burns good and hot, and most important, clean. I'm running about 4 at the gauge now. There is no smoke, fumes or smell burning diesel and it work great now!
The settings will be slightly different for Diesel fuel v/s kerosene.
You may need a new set of filters, there is a few more filters in the fuel line so to speak, they need replacement now and then, your nozzle may also need replacement/adjustment.
@@baldeagle242 Yes and diesel fuel puts out more BTUs and doesn't give the kerosene smell when it starts.
mine put off more fume when fuel is below 1/2 tank on fuel gauge. any ideas?
It may have a crack or hole in the pickup tube, causing it to suck air
@@baldeagle242 ill check thanks for the tip
I got a remington brand but can't get it too ignite. Replaced hoses and fuel filter, also have spark and good pressure. Also took apart the nozzle and cleaned it. Any ideas what else it could be?
Good fuel?
only comment is.... none of the videos i watched (your's being one of the best) explained that the fuel is atomized by a venturi effect...is that correct?...
I have a 130,000 btu remington its a bit much for the garage. Can i turn the pressure down to get less heat if it dosent start smoking? Ive run kerosine diesel and jet fuel in it. The diesel seems to be the cleanest burning in mine. Kerosine is much more expensive than diesel. Jet fuel actually runs hottest I just happen to get some from work. I never did not adjust the pressure changing fuel types but I like the fuel options. Mine It seems to use a lot of fuel though and Id like to adjust the temp drop before it comes back on so it dosent cycle so often. Just a thought if someone has older fuel in their unit and beleive thats why its burning dirty smoking some adding some fresh fuel on top especially jet will bring up the cetane level so it runs cleaner then run fresh after that. Just a way to use up the old stuff Fuel aint cheap.
No, it will pulse on and off and create a lot of fumes. There is a narrow range of “acceptable’ adjustments on a given heater. I'd suggest selling it and replacing it with one closer sized for your area. I always tell people to go smaller than they think they will need. It may run longer, but it will use less fuel overall, and it will burn cleaner because you're not getting the inevitable fumes every time it fires up. If you're stuck with the larger heater, your best option is to open a door or window until you're able to replace it.
Thanks for the video! My All Pro 55,000 runs for about 20 to 30 seconds, then billows smoke and shuts off. It never gets to glowing red in the front. I am thinking it is a bad photocell. What are your thoughts?
Thanks!
Sounds like your on the right path.
Great video! Have one of these thats probably 20+ years old, use it in my shop. In good ol California 🤮 I just paid $70 for 5gal of kerosene! Do you run diesel in yours? 5$ a gal for some diesel would be better than $15gal for kerosene!
Some of them will run on diesel but they tend to smoke and smell more than kerosene. I know people will run kerosene in heaters that are not designed for it but I’ve never tried it myself.
Hey there my 150000 btu Dayton works great until a few day ago my problem was I have a sticking bearing in the electric motor and I would spray WD-40 to free up the bearings
so the fan would spin obviously it eventually gummed up the vanes some how and I would have to clean the rotor up with brake cleaner , well the other day I assembled it as I done in the past and as I turn the fan to see how it would spin and I heard crunching I must of installed the parts in wrong anyway have u ever replaced the bearing in the electric motor ? They are expensive motors to replace rather tinker with replacing the bearings first ?
I’ve never replaced the bearings in one. I’ve been lucky enough to have a few spare motors when I needed one. I’d have to pull it apart and look at it to see if they are replaceable.
@@baldeagle242 gonna pull mine apart this week and take a look
What fuel you using kerosene or diesel?
No clue what's in it. I'm sure that's why it's smoking. At best it's 2-year-old Kerosene. I didn't have any fresh Kerosene to put in it.
Great stuff ,which is better kerosene or diesel
Diesel puts out more heat but puts out more fumes. Kerosene is a better choice for areas with limited ventilation or areas where fumes can me an issue. Both smell, kerosene is just slightly better.
I like the gauge and the link you provided for it. I notice you have attachments on the gauge. Do I need them? Could you link the attachments for the gauge also. Thanks!!!
I don't recall ordering the attachments. I may have already had them.
I'll take a look at it and see if I can't find a link for it when I have a little time.
This should be everything you will need.
www.amazon.com/dp/B082V8FJQJ/?tag=eagle0f1-20
www.amazon.com/dp/B003PDNEB6/?tag=eagle0f1-20
Had a 25 year old.Reddy Heater crack a hose and shoot diesel all over it. Made a big ole fire.
Oh wow… that’s not good. 🔥🧯🚒
@baldeagle242 no , people should check their hoses from time to time. I had no idea
@@thepitpatrol Heck most people don’t even check to see if anything is in the burn chamber they can see without taking the cover off.
@@baldeagle242 watch your mouth. I resemble that remark.🤣
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Those adjustments should be made with the shroud installed.
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@@baldeagle242 I apologize for being ungrateful, as I did get some very useful information from the video. Thank you!
@theamerican7080 No apology needed. You’re 100% correct on the top being on for proper adjustment. I’ve experimented with it a couple times since this video was made and there is a very slight difference with the top on v/s off. I truly appreciate all comments and I’m willing to learn myself. 😁👍
What happens when your set screw on your air pressure bottom out but my air pressure still isn't we're it needs to be I have a Reddy heater pro 155 my pressure needs to be at 5 psi but I can only get it to 3 psi
It’s possible you have an air leak around the ball, gasket or the pump is dirty or warn.
What if your heater runs good with the top off and when you put cover back on it will cut off
Tuff to say without looking at it myself but I would look for something that’s restring the fan or possibly a week or dirty photocell that’s getting enough light to run with the top off but not with the top on.
Mine is the Master brand silent drive system. Not the exact same, but I am sure it's very similiar. I use it almost everyday for a couple hours. It worked great, then the last time it ignited for a few seconds then went out. Now when I try to turn it on I get a loud Grinding sound. I cleaned the photo cell, same result. New fuel this season within the last month. It is only about 1 year old. Any thoughts? Thank you for any help.
It’s possible one of the veins in the pump has cracked. I’d pull the back of the pump off if the fan and everything external looks good.
@@baldeagle242 thank you, I will check that.
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mine fires up and runs for about a min then starts to smoke pretty heavy, it will ignite again bout a min later. Then repeats the cycle. What do you recommend?
There are a few things that might cause it to do that.
First, make sure you have fresh fuel with no water in it.
Second, make sure the tank is clean and the pump isn't sucking rust or dirt off the button of the tank.
Third, check to make sure the photocell is working. (it probably wouldn't restart if it weren't.)
Forth, make sure the motor turns freely and isn't slowing down. If it is sticking, you may need to clean the pump.
If all that checks out ok, I will put a pressure gauge on it. If the pressure drops before it shuts off, you probably have a clogged fuel inlet. If the pressure raises very slightly before it shuts off, you may have a clogged nozzle. It could be other things, but that should point you in a direction that will help you to pinpoint the issue.
Good luck with it. Let me know what you find.
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Check your hole in the fuel cap it’s prob clogged , needs to vent , Or possibly the sensor
@@bigworm6635 That’s an excellent point. I've never had that happen on a heater but have a few times on small engine equipment. Thanks for your input. 😁👍
I have 4 torpedo heaters and no body has any parts for them they tell me it's to old even if only a few years old they just want to sell you a new one even if its the same model and make they sell you still have to buy a new one?? Not very helpful Dublin Ireland?
Most of the parts I've needed are available on Amazon. What parts do you need? I'll see if I can help you find them.
My heater seems to be running on a misfire sequence. I had to replace the rubber hoses. Any idea? I was told the kerosene maybe bad but it came right from the station pump last month.
You may have something floating around in the nozzle that momentarily blocks the fuel flow. We did get into that in this video but they can be removed and cleaned pretty easily.
Mine glows but nothing else motor don't turn on could it be a fuss or something like that and how can I test it?
I have a sears 55,000 btu jet heater and my spark plug is not igniting? What is the problem?
I have a Master 80000 BTU. Less than 1 year old. The switch turns on. There is a spark but the motor/fan doesn't kick in and no fuel is pumped to the fuel tip.
Sounds like something is stuck or blocking the fan keeping it from turning.
Awesome video and thanks for taking the time to make it. In your opinion what would be the best psi that you have seen for a 140000 btu heater to run at
There should be a tag or sticker on the heater itself. This will be the best setting for your particular heater. If the tag is missing or unreadable you should be able to google it.
So I get mine running with the top off justvlike your video suggests but when I put the lid back on it just pours smoke and shuts off..help!
Check the photocell. It may be getting enough light to run with the top off but not when it’s on.
This is assuming something isn’t hitting the fan or slowing it down.
Photo cell is good I think...the reason I tore it apart was to replace the filter in the air pump it was burning dirty..I did clean the photocell
I have a dynaglo deluxe 125btu. It runs for 5 min fine then it starts smoking and shuts off. I cleaned the sensor and glow plug. I don't know what else it could be. I did all the stuff you did also and still smokes
It may have dirt in the fuel that gradually gets sucked up until it clogs. You may have a clogged secondary filter too.
I'd start by flushing the tank.
I emptied the tank what should I put in there to clean the inside? Also is there an email I can send you a video of what it's doing? Picked up another one yesterday and it's an older spark plug model that's sputtering and smoking also.
Some of the bigger models have a drain plug under the tank. If it does you can open it and flush fresh fuel through it. My email is my channel name @gmail.com
hy how warm air does goes out?thanks
Now that diesel is low sulfur, can you use it interchangeably with kerosene in one of these. Mine is 30 years old and calls out kerosene but not #2 diesel.
It will work with minor adjustments- However the smell and fumes are to much for most people. I wouldn’t recommend it unless you are outside or in an open door building.
I've got a 80k BTU one that I use Diesel fuel in. Just recently built a 30x50 shop with 14ft ceilings that I'm heating with mine. Gets up to temp great and quick but it leaves a white fog in the shop like you've been running a fog machine. I have taken it apart and cleaned it and mine does not have a gauge but seems to be woking great but I'm worried about the amount of haze especially spending hrs out there with my kids. Gonna dig back in and see if maybe I need to change my air filter. Mine is several years old and I don't ever remember it making a haze like this.
Anyone else having this issue I'd appreciate your input.
I know it’s more expensive but kerosene burns much cleaner. If your running diesel in a heater that’s made for kerosene it will smoke more than one that’s designed for it. Another thing people often over look is the age of the fuel. If it more than 3 months old dump it in your truck or tractor and buy some fresh fuel.
@@baldeagle242 I appreciate that feedback. My fuel is fresh #2 green diesel because that's what I can get easiest and my heater is a multi fuel heater and lists both diesel and kerosene. Also I have tried kerosene recently and it seemed to me the fumes and smell were about the same or even worse so I went back to diesel.
Ok, that is good info. With that knowledge I’d check your filters as you mentioned in your first comment. I’d also look into getting a pressure gauge and verify your pressure is still within spec. You’ll never get rid of the fumes and smell 100% but it sounds like something isn’t working as effectively as it should be if your seeing a haze in the air.
Is it normal if smokes a tiny poff at the beginning wen starts?
Yes, there’s not much you can do about that.
U never mentioned fuel nozzle issues as a possible culprit
I had planned to make a follow up video on a second heater with a nozzle issue right after this one but haven’t got to it yet. Other than the cracked housing on the back of this one it really didn’t have any other issues. You’re correct though, I should have mentioned it anyways.
Ya I have a master thermostat 15000 btu
What I f heater runs good without cover and shuts off when cover back on
Tuff to say without looking at it myself but I would look for something that’s restring the fan or possibly a week or dirty photocell that’s getting enough light to run with the top off but not with the top on.
My heater is getting way too much fuel, I have tried to adjust the pressure but it just stays the same, I have ordered new filter assembly, will that fix the adjustment problem?
Where do you source parts ? And where is the guide to the respective part numbers for each model ?
I have included links to most of the parts you’ll need in the description under this video. I realize most people watching don’t have accounts with parts suppliers so I’ve sourced most parts from Amazon. To find the correct parts for your heater most Amazon sellers will include the heater model number in their descriptions with pictures to visually verify the parts are correct.
Where can I get parts for my reddy heater
Without setting up an account somewhere Amazon is your best bet. amzn.to/47soasC
Dam it but it doesn't anything but glows bot no pump or any else any ideals ?
Does the fan spin?
Thanks for the run down on these. one question though. At what point(s) do you suspect the fault(s) could be or do reside with the control board? I got a small 55k Ready.
Depending on the model you have it may have a fuse. Start there and confirm input power. Some units hale leds on them that will flash a code. Without more specifics it’s difficult to give much more information than this without going overboard with generalities.
I have power outages in my house could i hook it up to a generator and use it inside
This will run on a 110 volt generator but I would NOT recommend running a heater like this inside a residential dwelling. These heaters can put off a lot of carbon monoxide and the fumes would be overwhelming. (And they are loud!)
If I were you I would look into a more simplistic heater that runs on propane or kerosene that does not require a power source and has an oxygen sensors to shut it down if the air becomes unsafe. Something line a heater buddy or similar propane option would be less expensive than a generator/torpedo heater combination and provide a much quieter and safer alternative.
There are single and double burner options. The double burner has the same lower setting options as the single burner with a third setting for colder areas or larger areas.
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I’m getting slight fumes. Enough so that it burns the eyes. The cone is not a consistent red. It seems to be cooler on the bottom of the cone. I’m using 1 gal. Of gasoline to 5 gallons of diesel.
Any thoughts?
Any ideas..my runs fine with the cover off..but when I put the cover back on it runs for a minute then turns off..
I’m not sure which cover you’re referring to.