How to Troubleshoot a Coleman Lantern
- Step 1. Open the fuel cap on the Coleman lantern and pour out the old fuel, if any, from the tank and into a container.
- Step 2. Add a few ounces of denatured alcohol to the tank. Pressurize the tank with the pump on the side of the fuel...
- Step 3. Release the pressure on the tank and pour out the alcohol. Rinse the tank with unleaded...
How to troubleshoot a Coleman Lantern?
Things You'll Need
- Container
- Denatured alcohol
- Unleaded gasoline or white gas
- Propane bottle, 1-lb.
- Replacement mantle
How do you fix a Coleman Lantern?
Coleman Lantern Rechargeable Not working. In this video I show how I troubleshot and repaired. Found battery bad. Remove and replace battery. Read volts ...
How to dismantle a Coleman Lantern?
Rebuilding Coleman® Double Mantle Lanterns
- Pump cup
- Valve stem packing
- Check valve and air stem
How to replace the battery in your Coleman Lantern?
Battery replacement Remove the top the of lantern by turning it counterclockwise. Remove the battery cover by pushing in the release tab and pulling it upward. Remove the old battery and replace it with a new AA size 1.2V rechargeable battery of the same or greater mAh.
Why is my Coleman lantern not lighting?
The problem of an appliance not lighting is usually caused by one of two things. Either the generator is clogged-up with soot, or the fuel & air tube is blocked by dirt or varnish. Lanterns. (go to stoves) Give it 30 or 40 pumps to really pressurize it well.
How do I fix my Coleman dual fuel lantern?
0:112:18How to Replace the Pump on a Newer Style Coleman Lantern--A Quick FixYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThere's a couple of notches on either side of the cap. I can use a pair of needle nose pliers onMoreThere's a couple of notches on either side of the cap. I can use a pair of needle nose pliers on those notches to twist the cap to unlock it from the tank.
How do you rebuild a Coleman double mantle lantern?
0:0056:48How to Rebuild a Coleman Double Mantle Lantern Part II - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipHey everyone frank from old town coleman welcome to part two of how to rebuild a double mantleMoreHey everyone frank from old town coleman welcome to part two of how to rebuild a double mantle lantern.
How do you unclog a Coleman lantern?
2:3719:37How to Clean a Clogged Lantern Generator - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipUp easier to get this thing. Clean. Flame this carbon burning off the tube. Inside the pliers andMoreUp easier to get this thing. Clean. Flame this carbon burning off the tube. Inside the pliers and roll it around a little bit that to me if I could popped out for.
How can I tell how old my Coleman lantern is?
Lanterns and stoves made from about 1951 to present are usually stamped on the bottom of the fount. You will see two sets of numbers; the number on the left is the month and the one on the right is the year of manufacture.
Why does my Coleman lantern pulsate?
Typically this would be caused by low tank pressure or some blockage in the fuel flow path. If the lantern is new then it is probably normal for the lantern, especially if other lanterns do the same.
How do you disassemble a Coleman gas lantern?
13:4036:22How to Rebuild a Coleman Double Mantle Lantern Part I: DisassemblyYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipIt can be really be a bear to get down in there to it maybe use some needlenose pliers. Whatever youMoreIt can be really be a bear to get down in there to it maybe use some needlenose pliers. Whatever you can do all you have to do is back that nut off. And you can see that the frame has come loose.
How do you clean an old Coleman lantern?
Use warm soapy water and a soft cloth or sponge to clean it. DO NOT use an abrasive scrubber or chemical as you will scratch it and destroy luster. Cleaning glass. Use warm soapy water and a soft rag to clean lamp shades and lantern globes.
How do you put together a Coleman lantern?
3:235:29Setting Up and Lighting The Coleman Lantern: Model 5155 - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipPosition. And there you go it's as easy as that now before it gets too hot. I'm going to go aheadMorePosition. And there you go it's as easy as that now before it gets too hot. I'm going to go ahead and put this back. On. It's already getting pretty hot. Now bear in mind this Lantern.
How do you clean the fuel and air tube on a Coleman lantern?
0:324:37How to unplug The AIR TUBE in a Coleman Lantern ... - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThere's a little ball in here so i ended up doing is cleaning this i boiled it in vinegar for aboutMoreThere's a little ball in here so i ended up doing is cleaning this i boiled it in vinegar for about 10 minutes and cleaning it up put it back in again and it still wouldn't pump. Up.
Can you leave fuel in Coleman lantern?
You don't want to be fumbling around in the dark trying to fill in a lantern when the lights go. Storing one with fuel in it is often times a good idea. Use caution in where you store it, and don't leave it pressurized.
How do you clean a gas lantern?
You should clean your open flame gas lamp burner tip at least twice a year. To do this, run a piece of dental floss or use a wire brush through the cooled slot in the tip to remove any debris or soot that's settled in the burner tip, and follow that by rubbing it with a soft cloth.
How does a lantern generator work?
The generator is a hollow brass tube where our gasoline or kerosene is heated to point where it turns to vapor. The end of the generator, called the gas tip, has a very small hole that shoots the gas vapor into the lantern's burner.
Does Coleman still make gas lanterns?
Coleman still sells a variety of lanterns that are powered by propane, kerosene, or camp fuel (aka white gas). They are still built in Wichita Kansas (though some parts, such as the globes, are made in China) and are widely available for sale online and in some big box stores.
How to remove a pump cup?
If your pump is the style with a nut, use an adjustable wrench to turn it counterclockwise and remove. If it is the style with a push-on nut, place a small flat-tip screwdriver blade between the nut and the pump cup and carefully pry it off the end of the shaft. With the nut removed, remove the pump cup.
How to clean a valve stem?
Spray the stem with carburetor cleaner and then use a wire brush to clean the dirt and grease from it. Return the valve stem to its fully clockwise (closed) position. While holding the valve wheel closed, use a 9/16” end wrench to turn the valve stem nut counterclockwise ( Figure 13 ).
How to remove a valve wheel?
1.9 Remove the valve wheel. Use a small flat-head screwdriver to remove the screw in the center of the valve wheel. Pull the wheel off the valve stem. The direction disc sits inside of the valve wheel and the two should come apart. If they don’t, tap the wheel down on your bench until the disc comes free.
Why is my check valve leaking?
If the pump raises your finger upward the check valve is leaking . If it lifts your finger very slowly, you can probably get away with not removing the check valve, because the air stem is a positive stop safety for you. However, if it pushes your finger up quickly, you need to clean or remove the check valve.
Do all double mantle lanterns have the same check valve?
Warning: Not all double mantle lanterns use the same check valve. Models 220B/228B and 220C/228C use check valves which are no longer available. You can purchase reproductions and I recommend you have one on-hand before removing the original. 1.19 Test and/or remove the check valve.
How to check valve stem retainer stop?
3.2 Test the valve stem retainer stop. Turn the valve wheel fully counterclockwise until it stops. Once you have reached this point, briefly try to turn it counterclockwise even farther. If it turns, your retainer stop has opened around the valve stem and needs to be repaired.
How to tighten valve stem nut?
Tighten the valve stem nut 1 turn and stop. Turn the valve stem to open it, then close it, and take note of how much resistance the stem offers you. If it is very easy to turn with little or no drag, your valve stem nut is not yet tight. Tighten the valve stem nut another full turn and try again.
