What model Coleman lantern do I have?

What model Coleman lantern do I have?

The model number is printed on the base of the lantern, under the lighting instructions. The date code is stamped on the underside of the lantern. A Coleman logo sticker is affixed to the front of the lantern base.

Is Coleman still making 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 long do Coleman lanterns last?

Coleman Propane Lantern One 16.4-oz. propane cylinder will power the lantern for up to 4.3 hours on high and 9.25 hours on low.

How do I clean my Coleman lantern glass?

And lucky for you, cleaning a lantern is easy too. I checked with the folks at Coleman (coleman.com) and they confirmed that all you need to do is carefully remove the globe (that’s the glass covering) and wash it with soapy water.

How do you tell the date on a Coleman lantern?

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.

What year was the Coleman lantern made?

The Coleman Lantern is a line of pressure lamps first introduced by the Coleman Company in 1914. This led to a series of lamps that were originally made to burn kerosene or gasoline. Current models use kerosene, gasoline, Coleman fuel (white gas) or propane and use one or two mantles to produce an intense white light.

Are gas lanterns worth it?

Outdoor gas lanterns are a great choice for many home owners. Some people prefer the flickering light of a gas flame that can reflect off surfaces like glass windows and patio doors, ponds, pools, and lawns, which make gas lanterns are an appealing choice.

Can you use kerosene in a Coleman lantern?

Coleman lantern fuel is a special blend that most closely resembles white gas, not #1 fuel oil (kerosene). James, DO NOT use any kind of kerosene in a Coleman lantern that usually uses naphtha (white gas)!!!!! That is unles you want to ruin a perfectly good Coleman lantern.

Do Coleman lanterns put off carbon monoxide?

Coleman lanterns burn fossil fuel and if used indoors create the potential for a fatal buildup of carbon monoxide. For this reason, Coleman strongly urges consumers to use its lanterns only outdoors.

How long will 1 lb propane tank last in a lantern?

A standard 16.4 oz or 1 lb propane cylinder will last for two hours if used with a 7,500 BTU stove on full flame.

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.