Hot Vent Hose
Hoses do wear out with
use. Get spare hoses
for added convenience.
Vent Fan
12 volt fan forces air
into the Hot Vent for
clean safe air.
Bulk Propane Kit
Get up to 60 hours use
with your dual burner
tent heater Hot Vent.
Propane Pole
Enjoy up to 60 hours
use with your single
burner Hot Vent.
Gear Bag
Zodi’s rugged gear bag
with padding protects
your gear for transport.
Zodi options and upgrades for your Hot Vent Heater.
Tips for Best Performance:
Thank You! Your complete satisfaction is our #1 goal.
Congratulations! You have just purchased the BEST portable, forced air Tent Heater available. To ensure safety and to get the most
performance from your new Portable Heating system, please completely read and follow these instructions. This instruction booklet
details operation for several Zodi single and double burner Hot Vents, some of which may have options not found on your model.
Register your product on-line at www.zodi.com within 10 days of purchase
Register your product on-line at www.zodi.com within 10 days of purchase
Inspection: Prior to each use, completely inspect your Hot
Vent heating tubes for damage. Do NOT use your Hot Vent
if the heating tubes are damaged. Attach flexible air tubes
to heater and turn ON fan by connecting to 12 volt battery.
You should NOT be able to feel any air blowing from the
sealed heating area, only from the end of the air tube (air
will be cold because burner is OFF).
Tube Bends: The 3 ft air tubes are flexible for storage
and convenience. For best performance minimize bends in
tubes when heating by keeping tubes as straight as
possible. If longer air tubes are needed, always use Zodi
supplied air tubes. Heating performance will drop with
longer air tubes.
Tubes & Housing Get Hot: The output air tube and Hot
Vent housing get hot and may cause damage to certain
materials, including nylon, if contact is made. For best per-
formance, wrap the hot air tube with a small towel or sock
where the tube enters tent. The towel will protect the zipper
and will also keep cold air from entering tent around tube.
Keep tube away from anything that is temperature sensitive.
Input Tube Upwind: It is important to always keep the cold
air input tube away from vehicles exhaust, generators and
other sources of carbon monoxide or any fueled exhaust.
Wind: The Hot Vent is designed to be operated in calm
conditions with wind less than 5 mph. In windy conditions
the burner will extinguish. If flame does extinguish, immedi-
ately turn off propane burner. Hot Vent is NOT intended to
be operated during sleeping periods.
Propane: For best performance always use full propane
tanks stored at room temperature. Performance drops
rapidly with cold or half filled propane tanks. For extended
performance use larger 5 gallon propane tank with optional
kit. (See it now at www.zodi.com)
Recycle: In cold areas, recirculate the air inside your tent
by placing both the input and output air tube ends inside
your tent (KEEP HOT VENT HEATER OUTSIDE).
Insulate Tent: The Hot Vent is designed to heat a 4 to 6
person tent when outside air temperature is between 30°
to 60°. Below 30° the propane loses performance and the
total area of the tent walls may disperse hot air away faster
than the Hot Vent can supply. In cold areas add an extra
layer of insulation to your tent, such as securing a blanket
or a plastic tarp on the outside of the tent. Also, cover any
screens in the tent roof with towels, etc. With larger tents it
may be necessary to use multiple Hot Vents or use the high
performance 20,000 BTU Hot Vent.
WARNINGS & CAUTIONS
Only the ends of the air tubes should enter tent. Heater must always be securely positioned outdoors when heating.
The Hot Vent must always be positioned OUTDOORS in a well ventilated area when propane burner is on. Do not
operate in enclosed areas, or place Hot Vent cold air tube near engine exhaust, generator, vehicles or camp fire.
Securely position Hot Vent to prevent tipping. Do not operate in windy conditions. Use only in calm conditions.
Do not use system indoors. The Hot Vent, like all propane devices, generates deadly, odorless, carbon monoxide
fumes when operating. Hot Vent is designed for outdoor use only. Do NOT operate Hot Vent inside boats, RVs,
tents, homes or other confined areas. Use only outdoors in well ventilated areas away from flammable material.
Only the ends of the air tubes should enter tent.
Keep children and pets clear when operating. Do not leave system unattended when operating.
This system uses high performance burners. When burners are on 100%, you may notice hot spots on Hot Vent
housing along with flames near top of system. Adjust propane valve(s) to keep flames from exiting exhaust holes in
top cover. Color may dis-color with use.
Air tubes must be completely attached to metal sleeves on Hot Vent housing whenever heater is operating. After
prolonged use, the air tube ends may harden and may need trimming before next use. Use only Zodi approved
metallic air tubes - DO NOT use plastic or third party air tubes.
During transport and storage, remove propane tank(s) from system.
The output air tube and Hot Vent get very hot when in use. EXERCISE CAUTION WHEN RE-POSITIONING AIR
TUBES OR HEATER. Keep heater and air tubes clear of heat sensitive materials.
To ignite, place lit match through ignition hole on back of Hot Vent and then turn on propane valve(s).
Keep hands, face and clothing clear from top and bottom covers and housing when igniting and during use.
On dual burner unit, ignite burner located nearest to ignition hole first.
Do not operate in windy conditions. If flame is extinguished immediately turn off propane valve(s).
Do not place any items on top of or near Hot Vent during ignition or operation.
Do not operate unattended. Hot Vent designed for temporary heating only. Do not sleep with Hot Vent operating.
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If you experience a
challenge with your Hot Vent
™
DO NOT return it to the store.
Call Zodi TOLL FREE
at 800-589-2849
or email to [email protected]
Please register your Hot Vent
within 10 days of purchase at www.zodi.com
Ignition Hole
(on back)
Sealed Heat
Exchanger
Battery Clips
Warm Air Out Tube
(Place end inside tent)
Propane Valve
Propane
Cylinder Base
storage case
not shown
12 Volt Blower
& Collapsible
Cold Air In Tube
Top Cover
