Thermobile at307 waste oil heater

Thermobile at307 waste oil heater Thermobile AT307 is a manual ignition, vaporizing waste oil workshop heater, providing a combination of radiant heat and hot air (approx. 1000 m³/hr airflow). Rated at roughly 60,000 to 80,000 BTU/hr (17-23 kW), it is designed for heating workshops, burning used engine oil, gear oil, or diesel. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5] Key Features & Specifications Heating Output: High/low heat settings, providing 60,000 or 80,000 BTU/hr. Fuel System: 50-liter tank capacity with a consumption rate of roughly 2-3 liters/hr. Safety Features: Includes a burner pan overflow device and a combustion chamber pressure relief valve. Fuel Versatility: Can burn used oil from diesel/petrol engines, gearboxes, and hydraulic systems, as well as diesel oil. Construction: Durable, with a removable fuel tank for easy cleaning. [1, 2, 3, 4] Common Issues and Troubleshooting Based on user discussions on Facebook, common issues with the AT307 include: [1] Not Staying Hot: Often caused by a full oil cup overflow or issues with the overheat protection thermostat located under the spy hole. Fan Failure: The burner may shut down if the fan motor fails or the sensor on top of the burning stack fails. Maintenance: Regularly cleaning the burner bowl is necessary to prevent carbon buildup. [1, 2, 3] Installation and Operation Ignition: Manual ignition, requiring a, rag to be lit in the combustion chamber. Flue Requirements: Proper flue installation is essential, typically 6 meters high. Operation: The fan should be turned to high once the unit is burning properly. [1, 2, 3, 4] Parts and Support Replacement parts, such as burner pots, fuel pumps, and fan motors, are available through specialist suppliers like JHM Butt. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]