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Mr. Heater | Gas-Fired Infra-Red Portable Heater

Operating Instructions and Owner’s Manual

ODOR FADE WARNING

1. GENERAL INFORMATION

A.

The Mr. Heater MH42T heaters are high pressure propane

appliances and are designed to be connected to a bulk
propane tank. Every unit is tested during manufacturing and
shipped fully

B.

These heaters are equipped with three automatic Safety

Shutoff Valves. The gas flow will automatically stop the heater
burner if that heater burner fails to operate for any reason.

C.

Maximum safety and convenience have been built into the Hi-

Med-Lo-Off Control Valve/Regulator. The following table lists
the approximate BTU’s consumed and the operating hours you
can reasonably expect from bulk propane cylinders.

2. FOR SAFE OPERATION

A.

READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY: Read and adhere to these

instructions. Do not allow anyone who has not read the
instructions to assemble, light, adjust or operate the heater.

WARNING

KEEP THE HEATER OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN

B.

PROPANE IS VERY FLAMMABLE: In the event of a leak,

propane will accumulate and the possibility of a fire is present.
Propane gas is scented and its strong odor is readily detectable.
Never strike a match or bring any flame or create an electric
spark in an enclosure when you smell propane gas. Ventilate
the area thoroughly, move the heater outside, find and correct
the source of the leak before attempting to light any appliance.
If you are unsure of these instructions evacuate immediately
and call for help.

C.

GAS LEAKAGE: If the leak cannot be corrected, do not tamper

with the heater; follow the shut down instructions and return
the heater to the dealer or address given on last page.

WARNING

DO NOT USE THIS HEATER ON BULK TANKS OF GREATER
CAPACITY THAN 100 POUNDS LPG

D.

LEAK DETECTION: Before each use of the heater check all

fittings and connections with a soap solution to be sure there
are no leaks. Be sure the POL fitting is wrench (7/8”) tightened
into the On-Off valve on the propane cylinder. NEVER, NEVER
USE ANY FLAME FOR LEAK TEST.

E.

CONNECTING HEATER TO PROPANE CYLINDER: Always

connect the heater to the bulk cylinder in the outdoors or in a
well ventilated area. Use a 7/8” open end wrench. NEVER
connect this heater to a cylinder near an open flame.

F.

USE OF HEATER: Always operate the heater with the propane

cylinder in an upright position on a level noncombustible
surface. NEVER place the cylinder on its side when operating
the heater.

G.

ATTEND HEATER: Do not leave heater unattended while it is in

operation.

H.

ALWAYS USE A MATCH TO LIGHT HEATER: NEVER attempt

to light the heater with a spark lighter.

I.

DO NOT TAMPER: Should the heater not perform properly,

such as little or no heat when operating in the “Hi” position, or
for any other reason, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR OR TAMPER
with the heater. Any tampering could make the use of the
heater unsafe and dangerous. Return the heater to the dealer
or the address given on last page for repair or replacement.

J.

FOR STORAGE: The heater Hi-Med-Lo-Off regulating valve

should always be turned to “Off” when the heater is not in use.
Allow at least 15 minutes for cooling before handling and
storing. Detach propane cylinder from heater before storing.
DO NOT store propane cylinders near open flame or heat.

K.

DO NOT TRANSPORT OR MOVE APPLIANCE WHILE IN

OPERATION OR WHILE HEATER IS ATTACHED. FOLLOW
SHUTDOWN AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS TO
TRANSPORT OR MOVE THIS APPLIANCE.

WARNING

Asphyxiation Hazard
• Do not use this heater for heating human living

quarters.

• Do not use in unventilated areas.
• The flow of combustion and ventilation air must not

be obstructed.

• Proper ventilation air must be provided to support

the combustion air requirements of the heater
being used.

• Refer to the specification section of the heater’s

manual, heater dataplate, or contact the factory to
determine combustion air ventilation requirements
of the heater.

• Lack of proper ventilation air will lead to improper

combustion.

• Improper combustion can lead to carbon monoxide

poisoning leading to serious injury or death.

• Symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning can

include headaches dizziness and difficulty in
breathing.

1

Hi

14,000

31

157

1

Med

2,000

36

184

1

Lo

8,000

43

217

2

Hi

28,000

15

78

2

Med

24,000

18

92

2

Lo

16,000

21

108

3

Hi

42,000

10

52

3

Med

36,000

12

61

3

Lo

24,000

14

72

Burners

Valve BTU Input Approximate Hours of Operation

Operating Position

20 Lb. Cylinder 100 Lb. Cylinder

Figure 2