Kenyon 436 - Manual (Page 7)

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ALCOHOL BURNER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Before attempting to operate the stove, please read the theory and operating instructions carefully and
become thoroughly familiar with the various parts of the stove and how they operate. An internal parts
diagram has been provided below to illustrate burner functions and characteristics under normal
operating conditions.
Theory
This patented burner system incorporates an internal tank in the burner assembly that does not require
any external pressurization. This burner system uses ethyl alcohol. The “center chimney” contains a
fiber wick, which is lit to start the burner. The flame from the wick, vaporizing and pressurizing the alcohol
inside rapidly heats a separate surrounding chamber, within the burner. A ring of holes (burner jets) in
the top of this vaporization chamber allows the escape of the alcohol vapor which is ignited by the central
flame. The central flame than diminishes and the burner functions in the normal manner.
SELF-PRIMING / SELF PRESSURIZED BURNER
Cross Sectional View
Air Flow
Air Flow
Surrounding
Chamber
Center Chimney
Wick
Burner Jets