Dec 05
We have a new kerosene heater, is it alright to use the kerosene that one already has?
Maintenance Repairs Add commentsmlynnej asked:
I have been using an upright kerosene heater. Due to the warm weather here in NC, I have not had a chance to crank it up. But I have recently purchased a new flat top kerosene heater. I have some left over kerosene from last winter and was wondering if it would alright to use the kerosene that I have on hand or would it be prudent to go and get some new or have some new mixed in with the old?
I have been using an upright kerosene heater. Due to the warm weather here in NC, I have not had a chance to crank it up. But I have recently purchased a new flat top kerosene heater. I have some left over kerosene from last winter and was wondering if it would alright to use the kerosene that I have on hand or would it be prudent to go and get some new or have some new mixed in with the old?
I would like some answers ASAP for a winter storm warning is in effect for tomorrow in my area. Thank you all.
3 Responses to “We have a new kerosene heater, is it alright to use the kerosene that one already has?”
December 9th, 2008 at 12:53 am
you can use it, but if you can mix it with some fresh.
December 10th, 2008 at 10:09 pm
The old kerosene will work just fine. I would mix in some new especially if the container it was in wasn’t completely airtight.
December 12th, 2008 at 10:18 am
It probably wouldn’t hurt the heater or you but I think I’d start out with a clean batch of kerosene! It may just cause an odor. Hope the storm misses you!