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Mr. Heater | Gas-Fired Infra-Red Portable Heater
Operating Instructions and Owner’s Manual
Figure 5
MODEL MH12T
Figure 5a
MODEL MH12TS
7. SHUTDOWN AND STORAGE
INSTRUCTIONS
A.
The bulk propane tank “on-off” valve should ALWAYS be
completely turned “OFF” when the heater is not in use.
B.
When shutting off the heater, turn the regulator knob on the
heater to “OFF” (clockwise). (See Figure 5 and 5a)
C.
CAUTION:
After turning unit off, heater will remain extremely
hot. Allow at least 15 minutes for cooling before handling and
storing. Detach heater from bulk tank before handling and
storage. REMEMBER – POL fitting is a left-hand thread.
D.
HEATER STORAGE:
Always remove the propane cylinder from
the heater when not in use. Always store propane cylinders in
a cool, well ventilated place away from any flame or heat and
in a location not used for habitation. DO NOT STORE PROPANE
TANK WITHIN 60 FT. OF OPEN FLAME OR HEAT.
E.
See Figure 6 for spare parts list.
6. LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
A.
Before attempting to light the heater, check all fittings and
connections with a soap solution.
NEVER USE A MATCH TO
CHECK FOR LEAKS.
Should a gas leak occur, do not attempt
to repair or use heater. Return the heater to your dealer or the
address given on back page.
B.
Fuel – This heater must be used only with a vapor withdrawal
LP gas bulk cylinder. THE BULK TANK MUST BE EQUIPPED
WITH A STANDARD POL VALVE.
WARNING
USE HD.5 PROPANE GAS ONLY. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER
TYPE FUEL. SEE YOUR PROPANE DEALER IF YOU HAVE
ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING FUEL.
C.
Turn the heater’s “Hi-Med-Lo-Off” regulator knob to “Med”
(counterclockwise).
D.
To light MH12T, place a lit match across the mesh screen
where you see “light here” on reflector. (See Fig. 5) THEN
push in valve button on Safety Shutoff Valve. After the heater
is lit, continue to hold valve button in for 30 seconds, then
release the button slowly.
CAUTION:
DO NOT PUSH IN VALVE
BUTTON BEFORE INSERTING LIT MATCH.
E.
To light MH12TS, press “Sparklite” ignitor Safety Shutoff Valve
button at the same time. (See Fig 5a) Prior to pressing
"Sparklite" igniter. After the heater is lit, continue to hold valve
button in for 30 seconds, then release the button slowly.
F.
If burner does not light within 30 seconds, turn the heater’s
regulator knob to “off” (clockwise) and allow at least five
minutes for gas to dissipate before attempting to relight.
G.
NOTE:
Should the orifice become clogged as indicated by low
volume of gas when operating on “Hi” with a full cylinder, or
should the heater fail to operate properly for any reason,
return the heater to the dealer or the address given on back
page for repair or replacement. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR
OR TAMPER WITH HEATER.
H.
Adjust heat output by turning knob to desired position.
I.
COOKING: DO NOT USE THIS HEATER FOR COOKING.
