The burners of these stoves should be cared for the same way as the ones on cooking stoves. The stove should be kept polished and free from dust. This prevents it from rusting. Wipe off any kerosene which may accumulate on the outside, for it makes an unpleasant odor.
Take care in moving kerosene stoves not to jar the chimney or other parts of the burner out of place; otherwise the stove will smoke.
When the stove is lighted, turn the burner quite low. The flame will become higher as the parts of the stove become heated.
Fig. 44. Electric heater.
85. Electric Heaters. The electric heaters (Fig. 44) are composed of one or more coils of wire thru which the electric current flows with difficulty. This heats the coils so hot that they glow. A reflector throws the heat out into the room. The coil and reflector are attached to a pedestal. They are desirable for use in rooms which are not quite warm enough. Care must be taken to avoid getting an electric shock from electric heaters, as from any other electrical appliances. If the stove seems to be out of order, have it put in order before using. Take care not to touch a water pipe or gas pipe at the same time when touching the heater in the bathroom, as there is a possibility of getting a shock.
86. Acetylene Heaters. Acetylene heaters are similar to the Bunsen burner and asbestos-back gas heaters. They are provided also with copper side reflectors. They are used only in localities where gas or electricity cannot be had.
Questions for Part II
1. What are the essentials in heating a house with a hot-air furnace?
2. How does the "pipeless" furnace differ from the other types?