Coleman 290A User Manual

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Coleman® Fuel
Lanterns
Lanternesa
combustible liquide
Limparas de
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U.S. PAT. NO. 4,522.582
Instructions for use
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Limited Lifetime Warranty
The Colenfian Company. Inc. CColemanl war¬
rants thatforthepenodthatyouownthisproduct.it
wiU be free from defects in material and workman¬
ship. Coleman, at its option, will repair or replace
this product or any component of the product found
to be defective during the warranty period.
Replacement will be made with a new or remanu¬
factured product or component If the product is no
longer available, replacement may be made with a
similar product of equal or greater value. This is
your exclusive warranty.
This warranty is valid for the original retail pur¬
chaser from the date of initial retail purchase and s
not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt.
Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty
performance. Coleman dealers, service centers, or
retad stores selling Coleman products do not have
the right to alter, nxxSfy or in any way change the
terms and conditions of this warranty.
This warranty does not cover normal wear of
parts or damage resulting from any of the following:
negligent use or misuse ^ the product use on
improper voltage or current, use contrary to the
operating instructions, disassembly, repair or alter¬
ation by anyone other than Coleman or an autho¬
rized service center. Further, the warranty does not
cover Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes
and tornadoes.
Coleman shall not be liable for any incidental or
consequential damages caused by the breach of
any express or implied warranty or conditions.
Except to the extent prohibited by applicabie law,
any Implied warranty of merchantability or fitness
for a particular purp^ is limited in duration to the
duration of the above warranty or condHions. Some
states, provinces or jurisdk:tions do not allow the
exclusion or imitation of incidental or consequential
damages or imitations on how long an implied war¬
ranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you spe¬
cific legal ri^ts, and you may also have other
rights that vary from state to state or province to
province.
How to Obtain Warranty Service
Take the product to an authorized Coleman ser¬
vice center. You can find the nearest authorized
Coleman service center by calling 1 -800-835-3278
or TDD 316-832-8707 in the United States or 1800
387-6161 in Canada. If a sen/ice center is not con¬
veniently located, attach to the product a tag that
includes your name, address, daytime telephone
number and description of the problem. Include a
copy of the original sales receipt CarefuHy package
the product and send either by UPS or Parcel Post
with shipping and insurance prepaid to;
For products purchased in the United
States:
The Coleman Company, Inc.
3600 North Hydraulic
Wichita. KS 67219
For products purchased In Canada:
The Canadian Coleman Company, Ltd.
do Sunbeam Canada
5975 Faboume Street
Mississauga. Canada L5R 3V8
Do rx)t rnail products with fuel in tanks, or with
disposable propane cylinders. Remove glass
globes from lanterns and wrap separately.
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE
PUCE OF PURCHASE.
If you have any questions regarding thts warranty
please call 1-800-835-3278 or TDD 316-832-8707
in the United States or 1 800 387-6161 in Canada.
Things you should know
1. Carry a spare set of Coleman Mantles. Once
burned, a mantle is fragile and can be damaged if
touched Of dropped.
2. For best results, use only Coleman fuel in this
lantern. Coleman fuel is e^)ecially formulated and
tested to rigid specifications for long storage life a^
irx^iudes a rust inhibitor to help prei^ corrosion.
Use of other fuels including unleaded automotive
fuel may shorten generator life, damage lantern,
and result in unsatisfactory performance.
3. Rinse tank occasionally with fresh fuel to rernove
sediment, gum formations, and moisture accumula¬
tions, tf lantern is to be used for standby sen/ice,
rinse and refill annually with fresh fuel.
4. Oi porp perrodkaiy to keep it wort^
An arctic weather purrp kl is available for use at-20° C
(0°F) temperatures,
5. Part of the brightness control is located in the
generator. If the lantern fails to adjust from high to
low property, replace the generator.
6. The usual storage areas for carnping and picnic
equiprnent are the baserT>ern, attic, or oarage. To
avoid the accumulation of dust cobwebs, etc. that is
common in these storage areas, place your lantern
in a plastic bag and seal it with a rubber band.
7. For repair sen/ice call one of the numbers listed
below for kx^ation of your nearest Colernan Service
Center. If lantern must be mailed to Sen/ice Center,
attach your name, address, and a description of
problem to product and rnail to Service Center pre¬
paid. less globe and ventilator to prevent breakage.
If necessary to write the Service Center or facto¬
ry, refer to your lantern by model number. Do not
send fuel.
8. If not completely satisfied with performance of
this product, please call one of the nurnbers listed
below.
®1999 The Coleman (^pany, Inc. All rights reserved. Coleman(& is a registered trademark of The Coleman Company, Inc.
The Coleman Co., Inc.
3600 N. Hydraulic
Wichita. KS 67219 U.S.A.
1-800-835-3278
TDD: 316-832-8707
The Canadian Coleman Company, Ltd.
5975 Falboume Street
Mississauga. Canada L5R 3V8
1 800 387-6161

Coleman 290A Specifications

General

Fuel Type	Coleman Fuel or Unleaded Gasoline
Tank Capacity	1.3 pints
Ignition	Manual
Lumens	800
Burn Time	7 hours (on high)
Material	Steel and Glass

Summary

Warranty and Service Information

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Explains Coleman's warranty terms for product defects in material and workmanship.

How to Obtain Warranty Service

Provides instructions for getting warranty service, including contact information and mailing procedures.

Things You Should Know

Offers essential tips for optimal performance, maintenance, and safe storage of the lantern.

Safe Operation and Setup

Important Safety Warnings

Crucial safety precautions to prevent fires, injury, or death when using the lantern.

Filling the Lantern

Step-by-step guide on how to safely fill the lantern with fuel.

Tying and Lighting Mantles

Instructions for attaching new mantles and the initial lighting process.

Pumping the Lantern

Procedure for pressurizing the lantern using the built-in pump.

Lantern Usage and Parts

Lighting and Adjusting the Lantern

Guidance on igniting the lantern and adjusting the flame for desired brightness.

Turning Off the Lantern

Instructions on how to safely extinguish the lantern.