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Mr. Heater | Portable Propane Heater
GENERAL INFORMATION:
When the heater is cold, 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.
Note: The heater is to be used outdoors, but may experience
nuisance shutoffs due to certain wind conditions.
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.
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.
Designed to operate at altitudes up to 7,000 feet. When
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. If the heater continues to shut
off, there may not be enough oxygen available to feed
proper combustion.
Operating time will be approximately 3 to 6 hours
on a one 1lb cyclinder and 48 to 110 hours on a 20
reduced when operating continuously at temperatures
This heater is equipped with a tip-over safety switch.
Nuisance shut-downs may be experienced if the unit
is bumped or moved. if this occurs simply relight the
heater.
Do not leave this appliance unattended while it is in
operation.
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.
cylinders marked
in accordance with
the U.S. Dept. of
Use only 16.4 oz.
cylinders that mate
with No. 600 valve
connection.
cylinder must be in
an upright position
during operation.
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ward for easy tank
installation. Screw 1
supply cylinder clock-
into portable heater
until hand-tight; see
use thread sealant
on this connection.
Check cylinder
connection for leaks
with soapy water
at the threaded
connection under
the domed plastic
cover where the
cylinder screws into
the regulator. SEE
WARNING! ON
counterclockwise to
depress to light; see
After pilot lights,
hold down for 30
-60 seconds and
then release knob.
to fully extended
4. To operate heater
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Mr. Heater | Portable Propane Heater
burner tile turns bright orange.
After burner tile has turned bright orange, adjust heat
Warning:
To shut off heater, slightly push down and turn Control
CAUTION: After turning heater off, wire guard will
remain hot. Allow to thoroughly cool before storing.
Do not operate, store or remove cylinder near
flammable items or ignition sources.
LIGHTING / OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE WITH HOSE
CONNECTED TO A REMOTE CYLINDER,
MAXIMUM SIZE 20 LBS:
F273701, F273702 or F272702 and fuel
filter F273699
(NOTE: Do not operate without the fuel filter as fuel
F273704
DANGER:
indoors. A fire or explosion can occur causing property
damage, serious injury or death!
Inspect the hose before each use of the heater. If there
is excessive abrasion or wear, or the hose is cut, replace
The propane cylinder must include a listed overfilling
protection device as well as a collar to protect the
cylinder valve.
Swivel regulator outward for easy hose installation.
Screw hose connector into regulator on heater and
cylinder valve. Tighten all hose connections. DO NOT use
thread sealant on any of these connections.
filter F273699 to trap any oil substances when connected
to a remote cylinder that can make heater inoperable.
Check all hose connections for leaks with soapy water at
the threaded connection under the domed plastic cover
where the hose connector screws into the regulator and
to purge air from the supply hose depending on the
length of the hose being used.
If pilot does not light, hold down for approximately 30
seconds; release and depress again. Repeat until pilot
lights.
After pilot lights, hold down for 30 -60 seconds and
operate heater slightly depress knob and gently turn to
After burner tile has turned bright orange, adjust heat
Caution: Do not try to adjust heating levles by using the
propane tank shut off valve.
Warning:
To shut off heater, shut off propane at supply tank,
allow heater to use-up propane in supply line un-
til heater shuts off, then slightly push down and
CAUTION: After turning heater off, wire guard will
remain hot. Allow to thoroughly cool before storing.
When not in use, the gas must be turned off at the
to use up propane in supply line until heater shuts off.
from the heater, the heater and the cylinder must be
stored outdoors, in a well ventilated space, out of reach
of children, and must not be stored in a building, garage
or any other enclosed area.
Indoor storage of the heater is permissible only if the
cylinder is disconnected and removed from the heater.
Cylinders must be stored outdoors out of the reach of
children and must not be stored in a building, garage or
any other enclosed area.
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Mr. Heater | Portable Propane Heater
MAINTENANCE:
Always keep the heater area clear and free from
combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable
vapors and liquids.
pilot flame and
burner periodically
during use. The pi-
lot flame should be
blue in color (not
extend beyond the
thermocouple. The
flame will surround
the thermocouple
just below the tip,
A slight yellow flame may occur where the pilot flame
and main burner flame meet. The burner should be bright
orange (with a slight blue color around the border, a red-
orange haze that is visible on the
A blue flame that rolls out at the top of the ceramic tile
indicates an accumulation of dust, lint or spider webs inside
the casing assembly and main burner assembly. If the pilot
is yellow or the burner has a noticeable flame, cleaning may
be required. Use the following procedure to inspect the
casing assembly and main burner assembly.
It is necessary to periodically check the burner orifice and
nests or spider webs that may accumulate over time. A
clogged tube can lead to a fire.
1 Allow heater to thoroughly cool before performing any
maintenance.
2 Remove disposable 1 lb. cylinder from heater or turn
hose from heater.
4 Pivot cover outward from bottom. Release from 2 top
clips. Set aside.
from burner assembly. Remove burner assembly from
back of housing.
6 Inspect interior of housing for accumulation of dust, lint
or spider webs. If necessary, clean interior housing with
a vacuum cleaner or apply air pressure. Do not damage
any components within the housing assembly when you
are cleaning.
7 Inspect and clean main burner orifice (threaded into
vacuum or apply air pressure through the holes in the
WARNING: Never use needles, wires, or similar
cylindrical objects to clean the pilot to avoid damaging
the calibrated orifice that controls the gas flow.
remove dust, lint or spider webs.
10 Reassemble main burner orifice holder onto the burner
assembly.
11 Reinstall burner assembly into the heater housing
12 Reinstall fuel line and check for leaks.
13 Install heater back cover.
TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION:
If Spark electrode does not produce spark.
If Spark electrode produces spark but pilot does not light.
connect hose and filter where required and turn on
valve at remote cylinder.
If Pilot flame does not stay lit when knob is released.
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pressed or held in long enough to purge air from lines.
regulator.
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Portez toujours attention à la moindre odeur de gaz.
Si
une odeur de gaz persiste, même si elle est minime, agissez
immédiatement tel que décrit précédemment.
RETENIR!
Apprenez à reconnaître cette odeur. Consultez les rubriques
Odeur du gaz combustible et Substance odorante, ci-dessus.
raccords, du tuyau et autres éléments. Si vous décelez la
INFORMATIONS GÉNÉRALES :
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appelez un technicien qualifié.
Notez
: le chauffage peut être utilisé dehors, mais peut connaître
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Ceci est normal.
la surface supérieure du réflecteur se décolore. Ceci est aussi
attendez cinq minutes et allumez-le de nouveau.
En
raison des proprietes de gaz de petrole liquefie, les temps
ces conditions.
marche.
DE FONCTIONNEMENT AVEC DES
BOUTEILLES DE GAZ JETABLES DE 500 G.
AVERTISSEMENT :
est endommagée ou
percée, ne vous en servez
pas.
AUTRE SOURCE DE
EN RACCORDANT
DISTANCE!
bouteilles de gaz
propane liquéfié con-
formes aux normes
du U.S. Dept. of
bouteilles jetables de
du raccord de soup-
chauffage et la
bouteille doivent
être en position
verticale pendant le
fonctionnement.
bouton de com-
mande à quatre posi-
tions est à la position
régulateur outward
de réservoir fac-
cylindre de réserves
disponible du GAZ
carburant
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F273704
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dommages matériels, des blessures graves et des pertes de vie
risqueraient de se produire.
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tionnés ci-dessus.
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la soupape de la bonbonne.
son fonctionnement.
de gaz propane liquéfié. Serrez tous les raccords de tuyau.
NE
de ces connexions.
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leté situé sous le couvercle bombé en plastique, là où le raccord
se visse dans le régulateur, et celui situé à la bonbonne de gaz.
tournez doucement pour vous bloquer dans la position désirée.
ATTENTION :
Une fois que le bloc a atteint cette couleur
vive, réglez la sortie de chaleur en tournant le bouton de
AVERTISSEMENT :
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ment le bouton de commande et tournez-le dans le sens des
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droit bien aéré, hors de la portée des enfants et ne doit pas être
remisé dans un édifice, un garage ou tout autre endroit fermé.
pas être remisées dans un édifice, un garage ou tout autre en-
droit fermé.
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NE PAS utiliser du
produit d etancheite pour
filetages sur cette liaison
le raccord fileté situé sous le
couvercle bombé en plastique,
là où la bouteille se visse
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enflammer le pilote et tenir depuis 30-60 secondes. Répétez-vous
pour vous bloquer dans la position désirée.
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chaleur en tournant le bouton de commande à la position désirée
AVERTISSEMENT :
ET DE FONCTIONNEMENT AVEC
BONBONNE DE GAZ DISTANTE DE 9 KG.
cet appareil de
chauffage raccordé à
une bonbonne réutilis-
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F273701
ou
F273702
et
le filtre à combustible
F273699
sont utilisés.
Ce dernier doit être
remplacé annuellement.
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ENTRETIEN :
inflammables.
orange vif (avec un peu de bleu sur le contour; une brume rouge orangée
peut causer un incendie.
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AVERTISSEMENT :
place contre le réflecteur.
boîtier et maintenez-le en place en vissant la vis du compartiment
12 Réinstallent la ligne du combustible et vérifient pour les fuites.
DÉPANNAGE :
jetable ou raccordez le tuyau et ouvrez la soupape de la
bonbonne.
le bouton
allumez-le de nouvea.
contrôle et le régulateur.
renseignements supplémentaires.
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