Section M1416 Kerosene and Oil-Fired Stoves and Heaters

Kerosene and oil-fired stoves and portable kerosene heaters shall be listed and labeled, and shall be installed or used in accordance with the conditions of the listing and the manufacturer's instructions. Kerosene and oil-fired stoves and portable kerosene heaters shall comply with NFPA 31. Oil-fired stoves shall be tested in accordance with UL 896.

Unvented portable kerosene-fired heaters tested and listed in accordance with UL 647 are approved by the Secretary of State for use in New York State, if packaged for sale with all provisions required in New York State Real Property Law Article 7A Section 239-a(7). Unvented portable kerosene-fired heaters shall not be located in, or obtain combustion air from, any of the following rooms or spaces: sleeping rooms, bathrooms, toilet rooms or storage closets. The use of unvented portable kerosene-fired heaters is further regulated by New York State Real Property Law Article 7A.