3. VENTILATION
A.WARNING: This heater is an unvented appliance and MUST be used ONLY in a well ventilated area. NEVER attempt to operate the heater inside any vehicle, camper or enclosure.
B.Any combustion process requires and consumes oxygen, and will produce carbon monoxide. THIS HEATER MUST BE USED WITH ADEQUATE VENTILATION. Do not use in a tightly enclosed area. Two openings directly to the outdoors MUST be provided. One HIGH and one LOW. Preferably on opposite sides of the enclosure. EACH OPENING SHALL HAVE A MIMIMUM FREE AREA OF 24 SQUARE INCHES (6” X 4”). Structures of tight construction or tents using fire retardant materials will require larger openings. If any additional fuel burning appliances are operated, ALWAYS provide additional ventilation. Increase the area of each opening by at least 2 square inches for each 1,000 BTU’S per hour of additional input rating.
C.WARNING: Provide ample ventilation. This heater consumes air (oxygen). Do not use this heater in unventilated structures to avoid endangering your life. Provide additional ventilation for any additional
4.MIMIMUM CLEARANCE FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS
A.When operating, the heater surfaces are extremely hot. Keep sleeping bags, clothing, and all combustible materials clear of the heater by at least the distances shown in figure 4.
B.WARNING: To avoid injury or property damage never allow clothing, tents or other combustible materials within 30” of the heater. This heater must be located at least 18” above the floor level when in use. Never operate the heater when sleeping.
C.WARNING: Never direct the heat output of this heater toward any propane tank within 20 feet.
BTU/HR. RATING | NORMAL | CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES | ||||
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MH12C | 14,000 | Vertical | 18" | 30" | 30" | 30” |
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MH12CS | 14,000 | Vertical | 18" | 30" | 30" | 30" |
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Figure 4
5. ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
A.Make sure the regulator knob on the heater is “off” by turning knob clockwise to the “OFF” position.
B.Carefully screw disposable cylinder hand tight into the inlet tapping of regulator. Make sure gas cylinder is in upright position.
C.Make sure the heater is firmly placed in the metal stand. (See Figure 1 and 2).
D.Make sure knurled lock nut is tightened securely – Figure 1.
COOKING POSITIONS
MODEL MH12C
MODEL MH12CS
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