Trimming a Lamp's Wick
- 1). Lift up on the glass globe and tilt it to the side to remove it from the rest of the lantern. You may need to rotate the globe to loosen it from the lantern before tilting it.
- 2). Turn the knob to extend the wick from the lantern 1/2 inch.
- 3). Cut 1/4 inch from the wick, cutting straight across. A straight cut will create a better flame.
- 4). Replace the glass globe.
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