QUESTION 7: How do I clean my rusty tubular lantern?
Kerosene Lantern Frequently Asked Questions PageANSWER: The main objective is to remove all of the rust and paint and stabilize the metal to prevent further deterioration. You should have some basic knowledge of working with chemicals before attempting the following procedures. These are only basic guidelines, but they will give you a starting point to develop your own system.
QUESTION 3: What type of fuel can I use in a tubular lantern?
Kerosene Lantern Frequently Asked Questions PageClear-Lite Synthetic Kerosene (No longer being manufactured and has been replaced by Klean-Heat Kerosene Substitute.) NOTICE: Dyed kerosene or lamp oil will eventually clog the wick and inhibit proper operation. It can also permanently stain the lamp or lantern. Standard clear lamp oil (Lamp Light Farms Medallion Oil,) is available nationwide at: Target, K-Mart, Wal-Mart, Ace Hardware, Tru-Value Hardware, Sentry Hardware, and HWI Do-It Centers.
QUESTION 8: How do I stop a tubular lantern from leaking oil from the air tube?
Kerosene Lantern Frequently Asked Questions PageANSWER: In use, lantern wick conducts heat into the oil, this in turn creates expansion, and will cause oil to overflow into the air chamber under the burner if the lantern has been overfilled. Once this happens, the oil will leak out of the joints where the air tubes go into the air chamber above the tank. To prevent this, only fill the lantern to just under the fuel spout threads. Use a small white plastic kitchen funnel to more easily see the fuel level when filling.
QUESTION 9: How do I stop a tubular lantern from leaking from the tank?
Kerosene Lantern Frequently Asked Questions PageANSWER: Remove the burner and fuel cap, and empty the oil completely. Drop a 1' piece of "Sash" chain into the tank and pour in one cup of white vinegar. Swish the vinegar and chain around to knock down the heaviest rust or crud. Drain the tank, and allow to dry in the sun, or use a blow dryer on low to completely evaporate all of the vinegar. Remove the chain and make sure that there is nothing left in the tank like a piece of wick.
Question: Will the Elan go rusty?
Lotus Elan CentralAnswer: Yes, but you probably won’t notice. The Elans body panels are manufactured from fibreglass so will not rust. The chassis, brakes and suspension components will suffer from corrosion as the car ages. Of course the speed at which corrosion occurs will depend on your climate. California and Dubai is probably ideal, Wales is probably not. The steel chassis is galvanised and is likely to last for many years unless it is damaged.
QUESTION 1: How old is my Dietz lantern, and what can you tell me about it?
Kerosene Lantern Frequently Asked Questions PageANSWER LINKS: To determine the month and year of manufacture on most Dietz lanterns made between 1915 and 1956, look at the "M" or "S" production date located under the patent dates, usually located on the upper part of the air tube to the right of the fuel cap, or on the center air tube on Hot Blast lanterns. (Do not confuse the "M" or "S" production dates with a patent date when looking at a Dietz Lantern.
QUESTION 5: How do I change the wick in my lantern?
Kerosene Lantern Frequently Asked Questions PageANSWER: First you must remove the globe and then the burner. Discard the old wick after removing it from the burner. Trim the new piece of wick straight across, then apply 1/4 " of a 3" strip of masking tape to one end of the wick, and fold the tape back onto itself and wick, making a 1 1/4" long leader. Trim the masking tape to the width of the wick, and insert it into the underside of the burner using it to guide the wick.
QUESTION 12: Do you have a replacement globe for my lantern?
Kerosene Lantern Frequently Asked Questions PageDay: The Dietz 8-Day Lantern was introduced in 1934, and was manufactured in two different styles. The first version utilized a 38 oz. "Square" tank that was also used for the Dietz #15, #25, and #30 wall lanterns, and the Square Tank "Hy-Lo" lantern, as well as the #2 and #3 "Imperial" Square lamps and their predecessors. The square tank version turns up regularly with "Empire" marked tops. The second version was made with a 32 oz. round tank.
How do I clean excess wax from my candle lantern?
UCO Candle Lanterns Frequently Asked Questions | Why use Can...Excess or spilled wax can be removed from the lantern by chipping or scraping it off with a blunt object. This is easier if you first place the part with the wax on it in a freezer for 10-20 minutes until the wax becomes brittle. You can also remove wax by heating until just hot enough to cause melting and blotting with absorbent material.
Will the 7 and 8 pin tubular lock picks open all 7 & 8 pin tubular locks?
Frequently Asked QuestionsNo they won't. Some tubular locks are off set. You can use the 8 pin in most cases to bypass this problem but not always. There are also a couple of designs for tubular locks. The ones with the pins inside the keyway and which also have a dimple running down the keyway are the ones this pick will open. Higher security ones have the pins outside or no dimple. These high security ones would have to be manually picked.
QUESTION 4: What is the difference between Hot Blast and Cold Blast Tubular lanterns?
Kerosene Lantern Frequently Asked Questions PageANSWER: Tubular Lanterns are roughly classified under the captions "Hot Blast" and "Cold Blast." Dietz (Rhymes with beets) made the first "Hot Blast" Lanterns in 1868, and the first "Cold Blast" Lanterns in 1880. The terms "Hot Blast" and "Cold Blast" are used solely in conjunction with tubular Lanterns and with regard to the method of supplying air to the flame.
QUESTION 6: How safe are tubular lanterns? Can I use them indoors?
Kerosene Lantern Frequently Asked Questions PageANSWER: Contrary to Hollywood propaganda, tubular lanterns are infinitely safer than any other non-electric artificial light source. If a tubular lantern is tipped over, the balanced draft cuts off the air supply to the burner and extinguishes the flame within seconds. With the advent of modern lamp oil and synthetic kerosene, both Hot Blast and Cold Blast lanterns are well suited for indoor use in ventilated areas.
Question#7: Will I be able to sterilize my pet at home?
Alliance for Contraception in Cats and Dogs - FAQAnswer: For various reasons, it is most likely that non-surgical contraceptives will be administered by a licensed veterinarian. It is possible that certain individuals will be able to become licensed in administering the injection under the supervision of a veterinarian.
Question #7: Can I transfer credits into the program?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)Answer: You may request to transfer up to 9 graduate credits from an accredited university. These courses must have been completed within the past 10 years. Approval is determined after evaluation by the Program Director and the Assistant Dean for Academic and Student Affairs of the School of Health Technology and Management.
Question #7: Do you offer a master’s in nutrition?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)Answer: No, we do not have a master’s in nutrition. We do have a Master’s in Health Care Policy and Management wherein you can take nutrition courses. (The nutrition concentration is only recommended for those students who have a nutrition/dietetic background.)
Question: How can one person save 7 people?
save7lives.org - Will I really make a difference?Answer: By becoming an organ and tissue donor at save7lives.org. One person can donate a heart, a liver, two kidneys, two lungs, and a pancreas. One tissue donor can enhance the lives of more than 50 people. One eye donor can help up to ten individuals. Answer: No. Anyone can be considered for donation. There is such a critical need for organs currently in the U.S., the criteria for donation are changing constantly. Many people believe they cannot donate due to a past medical history or age.
Question 7: How do I correct an address in CHUMS?
HUD FAQ - FHAAnswer: The Borrower/Address Change screen in the FHA Connection allows lenders to review and, until the case is insured, update data previously entered on the Case Number Assignment or the Insurance Application screens. Errors discovered after insurance endorsement must be corrected by the appropriate HOC.
Question #7 Should I delete the spilled data?
Guidance for Agency Declassification Plans FAQsNo! Do nothing other than to lock your system if you must leave it unattended, and immediately contact the organization's appropriately cleared ISSO.
