Mr. Heater MH25LP / MH25NG Symptoms Causes Solutions, Replacing the GAS Valve Unit

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Table 4. Trouble Shooting Chart

Below in chart form are various symptoms of a malfunctioning system, possible defects that will cause these symptoms and suggested corrective measures. The chart assumes that the proper gas pressure is available to the heater and that the lighting procedure is as stated on the plate attached to the heater.

SYMPTOMS

CAUSES

SOLUTIONS

 

 

 

burner light off very slow

partially block pilot orifice

replace

 

pilot out of adjustment

re-adjust pilot

 

 

 

burner light off very slow infra-red

partially blocked burner orifice

replace

color stays dull

 

 

 

 

 

burner flash back

low gas pressure

correct line pressure

(roaring noise during operation

 

or call your gas supplier

and ceramic grid surface will be

 

 

dark)

damaged burner

replace

 

 

 

ceramic grid or burner sooting up

first check for damaged burner

replace if damaged

(when new or after cleaning)

orifice

 

 

if burner orifice is not damaged

replace

 

then check for damaged manifold

 

 

 

 

pilot cannot be ignited

blocked pilot orifice

replace

 

gas cock not in position

gas cock knob must be

 

 

turned to pilot and held

 

 

depressed

 

pilot gas flow adjustment

open and adjust

 

screw may be closed

(see Figure 12)

 

 

 

pilot lights but goes out

defective thermocouple

replace

 

defective control

replace

 

 

 

pilot stays lit but main burner

loose wire or improperly wired

tighten connections, check

will not light

 

wiring diagram

 

defective control

replace

 

blocked burner orifice

clean orifice or replace

 

 

 

failure to ignite

main gas off

open manual valves

 

air in gas line

bleed gas line

 

loose wire connections

tighten wire connections

 

dirty wire connections

clean terminals and secure

 

 

terminals

 

 

 

3. REPLACING THE GAS VALVE UNIT

A.Remove the two gas valve unit wires at the gas control valve labeled “PP”.

B.Unscrew gas valve from gas piping.

C.Reconnect gas valve and unit wires to terminals “PP”. Be sure to leave thermostat wire on one terminal.

should be checked before shutdown and again before the next use.

Dusty, wet or corrosive environment. Since these environments can cause the gas control to deteriorate more rapidly, the system should be checked more often.

The gas control should be replaced if:

A.It does not perform properly on checkout or trouble shooting.

4. FREQUENCY OF OPERATOR CHECKS

B. The gas control knob Is hard to turn or push down, or

Intermittent use. Appliances that are used seasonally

it fails to pop back up when released.

Model # MH25NG/LP

HS25NG/LP

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MH25LP / MH25NG specifications

The Mr. Heater MH25LP and MH25NG portable heaters are designed for anyone looking to efficiently heat small to medium-sized spaces, whether indoors or outdoors. These heaters are known for their reliability and effectiveness, making them popular choices for residential use, outdoor activities, and emergency heating scenarios.

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