I don't find this argument convincing:
"This is fusion."
"It can't be fusion. We've got a pretty good understanding of how fusion works, and this is missing some key features. Notably, neutron flux consistent with the claimed heat."
"This is a special kind of fusion that doesn't have any of the features your theory describes."
"Ok. What's the theory that describes this result then?"
<Waves vaguely at beaker of warm water> "I don't need a theory, it's been experimentally proven!"
As well call start calling a campfire "forest fusion" and offer to sell me the patent.
As well call start calling a campfire "forest fusion" and offer to sell me the patent.