BriteLyt Rapid 829/500CP User manual
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Rapid 829/500CP Multi Fuel Lantern
REV 4.3 0801_13
Rapid 829/500CP Multi-Fuel Lantern
Lantern Master Diagram
Spare Parts/Tool Kits
Lantern Parts Diagram
Warranty / Tech. Support
Prior to starting your BriteLyt
Step by Step Lighting Instructions
Shutdown Procedure
Storage Procedure
Tips, Troubleshooting / Warranty Reg.
EZ-Pump Instructions
EZ-Cook Instructions
Mutli-Fuel Operation
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For a video tutorial on how to use your lantern
or troubleshooting suggestions visit:
www.BriteLyt.com/howto
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IMPORTANT:
Read this manual in its entirety. BriteLyt assumes no
responsibility for the use of your lantern outside of
normal operating conditions. It is very important that
you understand all topics covered in this manual be-
fore attempting operation or fuel use of any kind.
Welcome to the BriteLyt Family!
Some sections of this manual reect optional acces-
sories that are not shipped standard with every lan-
tern. To purchase accessories, visit your local retailer
or www.britelyt.com.
Congratulations, on your choice of the new
BriteLyt, Multi-Fuel Lantern! Many years of passion
and lantern know-how have gone into creating the
most functional pressurized liquid-fuel lantern ever!
On behalf of all of us at BriteLyt congratulations and
we hope you enjoy your new lantern for many years
to come!
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8) Carburetor
9) Rapid Pre-Heater
10) Fuel Dial
11) Bleeder Screw
12) Hand Pump
13) Pressure Gauge
14) Fuel Tank
Lantern Master Diagram
1) Hood/Cover
2) Regulator Screw
3) Hood Inner Casing
4) Non-Ceramic Burner Assembly
5) Handle/Reector Screws
6) Needle and Spray Nozzle
7) Preheat Cup
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Parts / Tools Packet
#66 Spanner with Gauge
#11 Washer for Filling
#50 Nipple
#68 Needle
#180 Cleaning Needle for
Pre-Heater
#119 Key for Needle
Also included in your lantern
box will be an Alcohol Filling
Bottle #67, Fuel Filling Funnel
#165 and (12) Mantles.
Parts Kits
Your BriteLyt lantern is shipped with a parts/tools kit packet. Be sure
to refer to the lantern parts listing on page 5 for parts descriptions.
These tools and parts will need to be accessible as you begin to set
up your new lantern for its rst use. Should you have any questions
please call us at (727) 451-7020 or visit www.BriteLyt.com.
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Lantern Parts Diagram
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6-2-O-Ring
10
11
13
14
17
18
20
21
33-B
35
40
41
42
43
44
46-2-O-Ring
47
50
66
67
68
74
83
90
98
100
101
126s
102
103
104
105
107
108
111
112
113
114
115
117
118
119
121
122
123
125
148
149
152
153
165
180
187
191
193
194
196
220
221
222
223
224
225
226
227
229
Stainless Nozzle System
Soft Mantle 1 tie hole
Pump Piston Complete
Pump Valve Complete
Washer for Filling
Bleeder Screw for 149
Screw for 122
Check Valve Cone w/ rubber
Spring for Check Valve
Clip
Screw
Mixing Tube (HP)
Alcohol Heater Cup
Pump Knob
Fixing Disc
Cap for Pump Barrel
Pump Piston-Rod
Spring for Pump Piston
O-Ring Pump System
Pump Piston Nut
Nipple
Spanner with Gauge
Alcohol cup lling bottle
Needle
Glass Chimney/Globe
Valve Washer for 10
Lead Washer for Vaporizer
and preheating device
Pump Barrel
Complete Sys Pump
Conducting Rod
Heat Shield
Counter Nut for Connecting
Rod
Conducting Piece
Conducting Rod Complete
Excentre
Nipple for Wheel
Graphite Packing
Hand Wheel / On & Off Knob
Nut for Wheel
Sleeve Nut for Excentre
Excentre Complete
Vaporize Complete
Inner Casing Complete
Fuel Tank
Key for Needle
Frame with Name Tag
Center Bottom Plate
Hood with Top
Inner Casing
Complete Upper System
Filling Screw Gauge
Vaporizer Upper Part
Vaporizer Lower Part
Plastic Filling Funnel
Cleaning Needle for Rapid
Pre-Heater Device
Sieve for Rapid Pre-Heater
Device
Valve Bar
Valve Washer (Check Valve)
Valve Spring
Vaporizer Valve Complete
Flame Protecting Tube
Nipple for Rapid Pre-Heater
Nut for Nipple
Tip Complete
Connecting Piece for Rapid
Pre-Heater
Connecting Piece for Com-
plete Pre-Heater (224, 90,
187)
Rapid Pre-Heating Device
Complete
Disc for Wheel Part 111 (On
& Off Knob)
Check Packing with Screw
for Rapid Pre-Heater
Lantern Parts Listing
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WARRANTY RETURN FORM
For regular online returns
Please visit www.britelyt.com/returns to get started.
BriteLyt Limited Lifetime Warranty
BriteLyt products are fully warranted to the original owner against defects
in materials and workmanship for the lifetime of the product. If a product
ever fails due to a manufacturing defect, even after extended use, we will
repair the product, without charge, or replace it, at our discretion. This
warranty does not cover damage caused by accident, improper care,
negligence, normal wear and tear, improper use, maintenance, storage,
or the natural breakdown of colors and materials over extended time and
use. Damage not covered under warranty will be repaired for a reason-
able rate and a fee will be charged for return shipping.
For warranty evaluation, your product must be returned directly to the
BriteLyt Warranty Department. All shipping to Warranty must be pre-
paid and insured. BriteLyt cannot be liable for lost in-bound packages.
Products accepted for repair must be clean. Charges will be assessed
if cleaning is necessary. You must obtain authorization in order to have
your lantern processed for warranty repairs. Unauthorized returns to our
facility will be returned to sender.
BriteLyt’s limited lifetime warranty excludes mantles, glass
chimney/globe and if equipped, ceramic nozzles. Springs and
attachments are covered for a period of 12 months from the date of
purchase.
Your BriteLyt warranty requires you to register you lantern. Warranties
begin from the date of purchase, proof of purchase may be required in
addition to the serial number on the base of your fuel tank. Should you
have any questions regarding your lantern warranty call
Monday - Friday 9am-5pm (EDT) (727) 451-7020.
BriteLyt Technical Support
Should you require assistance or have question about your lantern or it’s
operation please feel free to reach out to us!
You can contact our lantern experts by email:
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Prior to Starting Your BriteLyt
• Be sure to set the control knob to the “off” position (12 O’clock) be-
fore operating.
• Look lantern over for loose parts that may have shifted during trans-
port.
• Ensure your mantles are not damaged. Damaged mantles must be
replaced prior to starting.
• Make sure that burner and other burning accessories are tightened.
• DO NOT USE INDOORS. Light your lantern in a well ventilated area
away from combustible or heat sensitive material.
• Your lantern has been designed to use multiple fuels. Burning of any
fuel other than kerosene may cause your lantern to burn and/or act
differently. Refer to page 15 for multi-fuel operation.
• Do not tip or turn lantern on its side or any other direction other than
vertical.
• Be sure not to place your lantern on delicate or ammable surfaces.
• Do not let your lantern burn unattended.
• Keep lantern away from children and never let children play with
lantern.
• Do not place anything on top of or over your lantern.
• While lantern is in operation touch only the fuel tank. You risk se-
verely burning and injuring yourself by touching anywhere above the
tank.
• Allow lantern to cool for at least 30 minutes after use before attempt-
ing to touch, store or repair.
• Use the bleeder screw to release tank pressure after every use.
• Do not open pressure gauge assembly, add or remove fuel while
lantern is in operation.
• Do not look directly into the burning mantle.
• Do not inhale any exhaust being given off during lantern burning.
• Do not leave lantern in the “on” position when not in use.
• Always empty the fuel tank before storing your lantern.
• Keep Pre-Heater tube clean and clear at all times
• Never burn old or dirty fuel in your lantern.
BriteLyt assumes no responsibility or liability due to
improper use.
Using anything other than BriteLyt brand replacement parts
will result in the expiration and cancellation of your lantern’s
factory warranty.
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Lighting your BriteLyt Lantern
Before lighting your BriteLyt lantern read this manual
through in its entirety. Note all warnings and safety
cautions. Ensure you comprehend all instructions
before beginning. Do not inhale smoke or use lantern
indoors. Refer to diagram on page 2 for parts labels.
Step 1
Unscrew the pressure gauge
and pour fuel in using the
provided funnel. Fill until fuel
reaches the lower edge of
the ller neck.
Do not overll the fuel
tank!
Step 2
Loosen the handle/reec-
tor screws and remove the
hood/cover.
To remove the hood and
hood inner casing remove
the two screws holding it to
the lamp.
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