Hello,
I wonder if anyone can give me any advice on my Hipolito Lantern (it seems to be identical to a Petromax 400cp.) I bought it second hand and bought a new glass and mantel from the Base Camp website I think. (before I discovered this wonderful site!)
I have got the hang of lighting it, though it seems hard work to get the pressure up, so the pump might need a bit of attention but was really pleased with the brightness. However, after a few hours when I came to turn it off, the tank seemed to be very hot and I wondered if this was normal and safe? Sadly when the lamp cooled and I went to hang it back up, I noticed the new glass had cracked horizontally around the middle. I think I can carry on using it as it is, or will buy a new glass, but am a bit worried about its safety and whether its possible that it can get too hot? I am using paraffin for fuel.
Any comments/reassurance would be welcome.