Mr. Heater MH9BX Electric Heater User Manual


 
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Mr. Heater | Portable Propane Heater Operating Instructions and Owner’s Manual
WARNING:
Every time hose or tank is connected to unit, connection
must be checked for leaks in one or more ways: Apply
soapy water to connection, look for bubbles, listen for
hiss of escaping gas, feel for extreme cold, smell for
rotten egg odor. Do not use if leaking!
WARNING:
Any changes to this heater or its controls can be
dangerous.
WARNING:
Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the
flu, with headache, dizziness and/or nausea. If you have
these signs, heater may not be working properly. Get
fresh air at once! Have heater serviced.
SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL NO. .................................................... MH9BX
GAS TYPE ......................................................PROPANE
INPUT BTU/HR. .......................................4,000 / 9,000
CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES
TOP ....................................................................... 30”
FRONT ....................................................................24”
SIDES ...................................................................... 6”
REAR ....................................................................... 0”
Caution: Some carpets or linoleum surfaces may discolor if
heater is placed directly on these floor coverings.
WARNING:
If the recreational or commercial enclosure does not
have a window or roof vent, DO NOT USE THIS HEATER
INSIDE.
THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA REQUIRES THE
FOLLOWING WARNING:
WARNING:
Combustion by-products produced when using this product
contain carbon monoxide, a chemical known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects (or other
reproductive harm).
CONTENTS
General Safety Instructions ...............................................2
Odor Fade Warning ..........................................................3
General Information ..........................................................4
Operating with Disposable Propane Cylinders ...................4
Operating With Hose Connected to Remote Cylinder ........5
Maintenance.....................................................................6
Troubleshooting ................................................................6
Parts List ...........................................................................7
Parts Ordering Information ...............................................8
Service Information ...........................................................8
Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be
located out of traffic and away from combustible materi-
als.
Children and adults should be alerted to the hazard of
high surface temperatures and should stay away to avoid
burns or clothing ignition.
Young children should be carefully supervised when they
are near the appliance.
Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or
near the appliance.
Do not operate heater in any moving vehicle.
This heater can only be used in a recreational or com-
mercial enclosure with a window or roof vent. It may
also be used outdoors.
This heater requires a vent area of 9 square inches (ex-
ample 3” x 3” opening) minimum for adequate ventila-
tion during operation. Do not use other fuel burning
appliances inside.
GAS PRESSURE AT HEATER IS REGULATED AND FIXED
AT 11” W.C. WHEN USING A REMOTE HOSE CONNEC-
TION DO NOT REGULATE OR REDUCE PROPANE TANK
SUPPLY PRESSURE TO HEATER!
REGULATOR IN HEATER MUST ALWAYS BE IN PLACE
DURING OPERATION.
If the wire guard is removed for servicing, it must be
replaced prior to operating the heater.
The appliance should be inspected before each use.
Frequent cleaning may be required. The control com-
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
THIS IS A HEATING APPLIANCE. DO NOT OPERATE
THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT THE FRONT WIRE GUARD
INSTALLED