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APPROVED FUELS
For Tubular Lanterns:  
1.  Non-Dyed (Clear) Kerosene
2.  Synthetic Kerosene (*Clear-Lite) 
3.  Klean-Heat Kerosene Substitute
4.  Standard Clear Lamp Oil
5.  Citronella Oil (Outdoor use only)
 
(Use Klean-Heat or Standard Clear Lamp Oil for odor free use indoors.)

*Clear-Lite Synthetic Kerosene is no longer being manufactured and has been replaced by Klean-Heat Kerosene Substitute.

Dyed kerosene or lamp oil will eventually clog the wick and inhibit proper operation.  It can also permanently stain the lantern.

THE SOURCE  FOR  GENUINE DIETZ KEROSENE HURRICANE LANTERNS
	Standard Grade Dietz Hurricane Lanterns W. T. Kirkman Oil & Electric Lanterns is The Source for Dietz kerosene tubular lanterns and replacement parts.  We maintain the broadest selection of both Dietz lanterns and lantern replacement parts in the world, backed by one of the largest oil lantern inventories in the USA.
	Premium Grade W. T. Kirkman Hurricane Lanterns In addition to the Dietz lantern line is our exclusive W. T. Kirkman Signature Line of galvanized lanterns which have features not found on any other lanterns made today.  Our #1 Little Champ and #2 Champion lanterns now feature full weight pressed globes
	W. T. Kirkman Electric Lantern Fixtures W. T. Kirkman Oil and Electric Lanterns is also The Source for the same custom electric kerosene hurricane lanterns seen in motion pictures, amusement parks, and themed attractions.  As every custom electric lantern fixture is built to order in our California shop, any practical specification can be worked into even a single lantern order.  Save up to 50% or more when you order direct as compared to lighting gallery prices.
	Replacement Lantern Globes W. T. Kirkman is proud to offer the largest assortment of replacement lantern globes for both modern and obsolete lantern models.  We also manufacture replacement bulls eye and driving lamp lenses.
	Replacement Lantern Parts Wether you are looking for lantern wick, fuel caps, burners, or hard to find parts to help complete a lantern restoration, we have the largest parts department anywhere.
	Use the links in the left column or click on the lantern pictures to navigate into the website. Assistance with lantern selection is only a phone call away, 1-877-985-5267 Toll Free, Monday through Friday, 9-5 Pacific Time (International Number:  1-760-789-2156)

 

"All of the goods in our line are sold on a positive guarantee of money back
if for any reason or no reason the purchaser is in any way dissatisfied."

 

	NOTE: 99% or 100% Paraffin Oil (Wax Oil, Nowell's, Ultra-Pure, Tropical Lights, etc.) is not designed for use in tubular lanterns and burns only 1/2 as bright of any of the approved fuels listed above.  Paraffin oil has a much higher viscosity and a flash point over 100 degrees higher than kerosene.  This inhibits the capillary action of the wick, and will cause lanterns with 7/8" or larger wick to burner improperly and erratic.  Once a wick is contaminated with paraffin oil, it must be replaced in order for the lantern to burner properly.   If you must use paraffin oil, it may be mixed 1:10 to 2:10 with standard lamp oil or kerosene so that it will burn satisfactorily.

 

	WARNING: NEVER USE gasoline, Coleman fuel, white gas, paint thinner, wood alcohol, diesel, naptha, turpentine, or any other explosive fuel in a wick lamp or lantern of any type.  WARNING: Aviation fuel should not be used in any wick lamp or lantern as the fumes from de-icing additives can be FATAL if inhaled.

       

 Since 1984
W. T. KIRKMAN LANTERNS
Authorized R. E. Dietz Co. U.S.A. Distributor

This Updated on June 8, 2008