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Operating Instructions and Owner’s Manual
Mr. Heater | Portable Big Buddy Radiant Heater
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING!
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING!
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING!
Figure 2
Figure 1
OPERATION
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.
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When moving heater when lit or
bumping heater setting it down, the
tip over switch may shut off heater. If
this happens, re-light.
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NOTE: THIS HEATER MAY BE
OPERATED WITH (1) OR (2)
DISPOSABLE 1 LB. PROPANE
CYLINDERS OR WITH A REMOTE
REFILLABLE CYLINDER(S) MAX.
20 LBS USING (1) OR (2) F273701,
F273702 OR F272702 HOSE
ASSEMBLIES WITH FUEL FILTERS
(F273699) (Fig. 1) ON EACH HOSE
ASSEMBLY. HOSE NO. F273704
BUDDY SERIES HOSE, FUEL FILTER
NOT REQUIRED. IT MAY ALSO BE
OPERATED WITH (1) F271802 HOSE
ASSEMBLY CONNECTED TO A
REGULATED (11” W.C.) PROPANE
SOURCE OR (1) F271803 HOSE
ASSEMBLY WITH 11” REGULATOR
WITH ACME NUT.
NOTE:
When using with (2) 1 LB.
propane cylinders for EMERGENCY
use, observe the following definition of
emergency use:
a. The permanent heating system is
temporarily out of service.
b. Heat is necessary to prevent damage
to the buildings or contents.
c. The temporary heating equipment is
not left unattended.
d. This heater requires a vent area of 18
square inches (example 4.25” x 4.25”
opening) minimum for adequate
ventilation during operation. Do not
use other fuel burning appliances
inside.
e. The portable heater used shall be
discontinued and removed from the
building at the time the permanently
installed appliances are placed back in
operation.
F273699 - Fuel Filter accessory used with
hose assemblies
Accessory Not Included
LIGHTING / OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
WITH DISPOSABLE 1 LB.
PROPANE CYLINDERS:
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!
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The LP-gas cylinder(s) used must be
constructed and marked in accordance
with the specifications for LP-gas
cylinders of the U.S. Department of
Transportation (DOT).
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Use only VAPOR WITHDRAWAL
propane supply. If there is any
question about vapor withdrawal, ask
your propane dealer.
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Use only 16.4 oz. (1 lb.) disposable
cylinders that mate with No. 600 valve
connection.
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This heater consumes oxygen from the
room in which it is installed. To assure
complete combustion, an adequate
fresh air supply to the room, See
General Safety Instructions
, Page 3.
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Heater and attached cylinder must
be in an upright position during
operation.
IMPORTANT:
The heater must not be
exposed to flammable vapors or liquids
during lighting.
1. Make sure four-position Control Knob
is in “OFF” position. See Figure 2.
Control
Knob
