Antarctic Diesel Floormount Heater

The Antarctic Floor Mounted Heater is a compact bulkhead mounted heater. An attractive, economical diesel burning heater, providing comfortable, dry heat.

• Efficient and Compact: The Antarctic Heater is a small, budget-friendly diesel heater designed for floor mounting. It provides comfortable, dry heat.
• Easy Installation:
• Requires 3” diameter chimney parts.
• Ideal chimney length is 6ft with no elbows, but a minimum of 4ft and a maximum of 8ft is required.
• For chimneys 6ft or longer, a barometric damper is highly recommended.
• Needs a permanent fresh air vent in the unit's area.
• Design Features:
• Stylish laser-cut design in 304 stainless steel.
• Produces dry heat to eliminate moisture inside the vessel.
• Sailboat Installation:
• Must face fore or aft. For port or starboard facing, mount the valve on the side to ensure proper fuel flow, especially on heels up to 15 degrees.
• Draft Assist Fan:
• Includes a 12v fan for start-up and draft assistance (can be converted to 24v and 32v). Refer to the fan wiring diagram.
• Fuel Options:
• Comes with a valve factory set for #2 diesel, but valves for kerosene & #1 diesel are also available.
• Hot Water Options:
• Can add a 1-turn hot water coil to heat 5-10 gallons of water. For larger quantities, a 2-turn coil can heat 15-20 gallons.
• Specifications:
• Width: 13″
• Height: 25″
• Depth: 14″
• Weight: 27 lbs.
• Fuel Consumption (24hr):
• Low: 1.29 gal
• High: 3.20 gal
• Heat Output:
• Low: 6500 BTU
• High: 16250 BTU

Follow the installation guidelines for optimal performance.

Diesel Heater Installation & Operating Manual

Antarctic Information Sheet