WARNING:
Every time hose or tank is connected to unit, connec- tion 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.
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
CONTENTS
General Safety Instructions | 3 |
General Information | 4 |
Operating with Disposable Propane Cylinders | 5 |
Operating With Hose Connected to Remote Cylinder | 6 |
Maintenance | 7 |
Troubleshooting | 7 |
Parts List | 8 |
Parts Ordering Information | 10 |
Service Information | 10 |
SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL NO | MH18B |
GAS TYPE | P R O P A N E |
INPUT BTU/HR | 4,000 / 9,000 /18,000 |
CLEARANCE TO | COMBUSTIBLES |
T O P | 30” |
F R O N T | 24” |
S I D E S | 6” |
R E A R | 0” |
Caution: Some carpets or linoleum surfaces may discolor if heater is placed directly on these floor coverings.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
THIS IS A HEATING APPLIANCE. DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT THE FRONT WIRE GUARD INSTALLED
•Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from combustible materials.
•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 commercial enclosure with a window or roof vent. It may also be used outdoors.
•This heater requires a vent area of 18 square inches
(example 4 1/4” x 4 1/4” opening) minimum for ad- equate ventilation 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 CONNECTION TO HEATER TANK SWIVEL(S), DO NOT REGULATE OR REDUCE PROPANE TANK SUPPLY PRESSURE TO HEATER.
•WARNING: ANY HOSE CONNECTION TO A QUICK DISCONNECT FITTING ON HEATER MUST BE REGULATED TO 11” W.C. PRESSURE
•REGULATOR IN HEATER MUST ALWAYS BE IN PLACE DURING OPERATION.
Mr. Heater Big Buddy/Tough Buddy | 3 | Operating Instructions and Owner’s Manual | 05/06 | 78438CAL Rev. L1 |
