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Mr. Heater | Portable Propane Heater Operating Instructions and OwnerÊs Manual
LIGHTING / OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR USE WITH DISPOSABLE 1 LB. PROPANE
CYLINDERS:
WARNING: Always inspect propane cylinder and heater
propane connections for damage, dirt, and debris before
attaching propane cylinder. Do not use if head of cylinder is
damaged, punctured or deteriorated.
ALWAYS ATTACH OR
DETACH CYLINDER
OUTDOORS AWAY
FROM FLAMES, OTHER
IGNITION SOURCES,
AND ONLY WHEN
HEATER IS COOL TO
TOUCH. NEVER SMOKE
WHEN ATTACHING OR
REMOVING PROPANE
CYLINDER OR MAKING
REMOTE CONNECTIONS!
• Use only LP-gas
cylinders marked
in accordance with
the U.S. Dept. of
Transportation (DOT).
• Use only 16.4 oz. (1 lb.)
disposable cylinders that
mate with No. 600 valve
connection.
• Heater and attached
cylinder must be in
an upright position
during operation.
• Make sure four-
position Control Knob
is in „OFF‰ position;
see Figure 1.
• Swivel regulator
outward for easy tank
installation. Screw 1
lb. disposable LP-
gas supply cylinder
clockwise (from
bottom) into portable
heater until hand-tight;
see Figure 2. DO NOT
use thread sealant on
this connection.
• Check cylinder con-
nection for leaks with
soapy water at the threaded connection under the
domed plastic cover where the cylinder screws into the
regulator. SEE WARNING! ON DOMED PLASTIC COVER.
• Turn Control Knob counterclockwise to „PILOT‰ position
and depress to light; see Figure 3.
• If heater does not light, hold down for approximately
30 seconds; release and depress again. Repeat until
pilot lights.
• A periodic sniff test around the heater or at the heaterÊs
joints; i.e. hose, connections, etc., is a good safety
practice under any conditions. If you smell even a small
amount of gas, CONTACT YOUR FUEL GAS SUPPLIER
IMMEDIATELY. DO NOT WAIT!
GENERAL INFORMATION:
• This heater is safe for indoor use in small recreational
enclosures having means for providing combustion air
and ventilation, such as enclosed porches, cabins, fishing
huts, trailers, tent trailers, tents, truck caps and vans.
It may be used for emergency indoor heating when
connected to a disposable 1 lb. propane cylinder and
for indoor use in commercial enclosures, having means
for providing combustion air and ventilation, such as
construction trailers or temporary work enclosures.
Note: The heater can be used outdoors, but may experence
nuisance shutoffs due to certain wind conditions.
• When the heater is cold or at room temperature, it
will take a few minutes for the burner tile to turn
bright orange. This is normal and the heater is working
properly. If burner tile is visibly flaming, turn heater off
and call a qualified service technician.
• When the unit is lit, there should be about a quarter
inch border around the tile that will not turn bright
orange. This is normal.
• When operating the heater for the first time, the top
area of the reflector may discolor. This is also normal
and is no reason for concern.
• The protective grill on the front of this heater is coated
with a special high-temperature resistant paint. When
the heater is used for the first time, the grill may give off
noticeable smoke or fumes. This is normal and will not
occur during subsequent uses. The fumes are not harmful.
• When operating the heater at altitudes over 7,000
FT. above sea level, the unit may not burn as bright
as in lower altitudes. This is normal. At higher
altitudes, the heater may shut off. If this happens,
provide fresh air, wait 5 minutes and re-light. Due
to local atmospheric conditions heater may not re-
light.
• Operating time will vary depending on the heater setting
and the supply cylinder size. Up to 3 to 6 hours on a 1
lb. cylinder. Up to 48 to 110 hours on a 20 lb. cylinder
(based on „HI‰ and „LO‰ settings). Due to the properties
of LP gas, run times can be significantly reduced when
operating continuously at temperatures below 20ÀF. Use
of a 20 lb. tank is recommended in these conditions.
• When moving heater when lit or bumping heater set-
ting it down, the tip over switch may shut off heater. If
this happens, re-light.
• Due to natural operation of small tanks, condensation
may build up on tank and drip on surface under heater.
Figure 3: Ignition
Figure 2: Attach fuel tank
Figure 1: „Off‰ position.