MrHeater MH18CH Assembly instructions

2017 - 27502 - CB

PORTABLE PROPANE

CABINET HEATER

DO NOT LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED OR IN OPERATION WHILE SLEEPING

WARNING: NOT FOR HOME OR RECREATIONAL VEHICLE USE

GENERAL HAZARD WARNING:

FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THIS HEATER

CAN RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND PROPERTY LOSS OR DAMAGE FROM

HAZARDS OF FIRE, EXPLOSION, BURN, ASPHYXIATION, CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING, AND/OR

ELECTRICAL SHOCK.

ONLY PERSONS WHO CAN UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD USE OR

SERVICE THIS HEATER.

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR HEATER INFORMATION SUCH AS INSTRUCTION MANUALS, LABELS,

ETC., CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER.

WARNING:

FIRE, BURN, INHALATION AND EXPLOSION HAZARD. KEEP SOLID COMBUSTIBLES SUCH AS

BUILDING MATERIALS, PAPER OR CARDBOARD A SAFE DISTANCE AWAY FROM THE HEATER AS

RECOMMENDED BY THE INSTRUCTIONS. NEVER USE THE HEATER IN SPACES WHICH DO OR MAY

CONTAIN VOLATILE OR AIRBORNE COMBUSTIBLES OR PRODUCTS SUCH AS GASOLINE, SOLVENTS,

PAINT THINNER, DUST PARTICLES OR UNKNOWN CHEMICALS.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

AND OWNER’S MANUAL

READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY: Read and follow all instructions. Place instructions in a safe

place for future reference. Do not allow anyone who has not read these instructions to assemble,

light, adjust or operate the heater.

Model #

LANGUAGES INCLUDED

CLEARANCE (Minimum clearances to combustible materials)

MODEL NO. BTU/HR RATING NORMAL OPERATING CLEARANCES TO

TYPE GAS POSTION COMBUSTIBLES

LP TOP SIDES BACK FRONT

CONTENTS

Specifications and Warnings ............................................. 2

General Information .......................................................... 3

Installation Instructions .................................................. 3-4

Location ............................................................................ 5

Operating Instructions ......................................................5

Lighting and Shut Down ...................................................6

Maintenance Instructions .................................................. 6

Replacement Parts List ...................................................

Service and Parts Ordering Information ............................. 9

The heater is designed and approved for use as a construction

We cannot anticipate every use which may be made of our

heaters. CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL FIRE SAFETY AUTHORITY IF

YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT APPLICATIONS.

Other standards govern the use of fuel gases and heat producing

products in specific applications. Your local authority can advise

you about these.

This appliance is intended to be used primarily for the heating of

buildings under construction, alteration or repair.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not use this heater in a space where

gasoline or other liquids having flammable

vapors are stored or used.

WARNING

PRESSURE TO HEATER.

SPECIFICATIONS

GAS TYPE..................... LP-Gas

GAS SUPPLY PRESSURE

MANIFOLD

VENTILATION

WARNING

THIS APPLIANCE IS UNVENTED AND MUST BE

USED ONLY IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA.

The flow of combustion and ventilation air must not be

obstructed. DO NOT use in a tightly enclosed area. Any

combustion process requires and consumes oxygen, and may

produce carbon monoxide. This heater must be operated with

adequate ventilation. Two openings directly to the outdoors must

be provided, one low and one high, preferably on opposite sides

of the area to be heated. Each of these openings must provide

exhaust outlet area for every 1000 BTUs per hour of heater input

rate in order to complete the combustion/ventilation process.

Provide additional ventilation for any additional fuel-burning

appliances and/or additional occupants.

Do not exceed the gas supply pressures shown on rating plate

THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA REQUIRES THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS:

WARNING: Combustion by-products produced when using this product contain carbon monoxide, a chemical

WARNING:

or other reproductive harm.

15. Due to the high surface and exhaust temperatures, adults and

children must observe clearances to avoid burns or clothing

ignition.

16. Operate only on a stable, level surface.

17. DO NOT connect to an unregulated propane source.

DO NOT move, handle or service while hot or burning.

19. DO NOT use heater on finished floors.

20. Use only in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of

local codes, with the Standard for the Storage and Handling

Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

GENERAL

For the U.S. and/or Canada, the installation of this appliance must

comply with local and/or Provincial codes or, in the absence of

these codes,

INSTALLATION CODES.

inspected before each use and at least annually by a qualified

of excessive abrasion or wear, or if the hose is cut, it must

be replaced prior to the heater being put into operation. The

replacement hose assembly shall be that specified by the

manufacturer. See the parts list.

The minimum ambient temperature rating for this heater is 20

degrees F.

shuts off the burner in the event of tipping. Ensure that this switch

is in the vertical position and is secured with the screws provided.

DO NOT operate this heater with the LP-gas supply cylinder

in any other than the upright position.

GENERAL INFORMATION

A. Your portable gas-fired infra-red heater comes fully assembled

and is tested at the factory for proper gas and input as stated

on the nameplate.

B. Each heater is equipped with a 100% safety shutoff, push

button valve which will automatically stop the flow of gas in

the event the heater fails to operate for any reason. A tip over

C. Before proceeding with this installation, be sure to inspect

for damages. The freight company must be notified of any

damages and request that an inspection be made. Enerco

Technical Products will send replacements for damaged parts

only after receiving a signed inspection report to prove the

liability of the freight company.

FOR SAFE OPERATION

1. READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. Read and

adhere to these instructions. DO NOT allow anyone

who has not read these instructions to assemble, light,

adjust or operate this heater.

2. LP-Gas IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE.

LP-Gas will accumulate and the possibility of a fire is present.

LP-Gas is scented and its strong odor is readily detectable.

area thoroughly, move the heater outside, and correct the

3. Keep children and pets away from the heater.

DO NOT operate a

damaged heater.

5. DO NOT modify the heater or operate a heater which has

been modified from its original condition.

6. Use only propane gas.

7. Use only VAPOR WITHDRAWAL propane supply. If there is

dealer.

from damage.

9. DO NOT

within 20 feet of the heater.

10. IMPORTANT Use only the hose and regulator assembly

provided with the heater. Replace only with factory approved

components..

11. This heater is primarily intended for temporarily heating of

buildings under construction, alteration or repair. Area must

be well ventilated. Never use in an occupied dwelling.

12. If at any time gas odor is detected, IMMEDIATELY

DISCONTINUE operation until the source of gas has been

located and corrected. Read enclosed Odor Fade and Propane

Sheet for additional information about detecting propane

13. Install the heater such that it is not directly exposed to water

spray, rain and/or dripping water.

INSTALLATION OF BASE TANK SUPPORT

Packaged Items :

Base Tank Support

Part # 27521

(4) Locking Casters

Part # 27514

1. Remove the two phillip head screws from the base tank support. 2. Align the Base Tank Support tabs (2) with the open slots(2) on the

bottom of the heater along with aligning the bottom heater tabs(2)

with the open slots(2) on the base tank support. Once the tabs and

slots are aligned slide down to lock into place.

3. Once the Tank Support is aligned and locked into place with

bottom of the heater screw the (2) phillip head screws into

place.

TABS

SLOTS

TABS

SLOTS

4. Screw the (4) casters clockwise into threaded openings on the

bottom of the Tank Support and bottom of the heater.

LOCATION

and LP-Gas supply cylinder must be located on a hard, flat,

Gas supply cylinder should be adequately restrained to prevent

accidental tipping. DO NOT OPERATE this heater with the

supply cylinder in any other than the upright position.

This appliance must be installed only in locations where the

Use of this heater in a draft/windy area may decrease its

efficiency. If possible, operate the unit in a draft free area or turn

the face of the heater away from the draft.

WARNING

NEVER USE A FORK LIFT TRUCK TYPE

CYLINDER.

be made in a well ventilated area using the regulator and hose

assembly supplied with the appliance. DO NOT attempt to adjust

this regulator. It has been preset at the factory to provide safe and

proper operation of the appliance.

The heater must be located at least six feet away from any LP-Gas

cylinder and must not be directed toward any LP-Gas cylinder

within 20 feet. If more than one heater is used, they and the

supply cylinders must be separated by at least 20 feet.

The gas supply must be turned off at the LP-Gas supply cylinder

when the heater is not in use.

When the heater is to be stored indoors, the connection between

the LP-Gas supply cylinder and the heater must be disconnected

and the cylinder removed from the heater and stored in

accordance with Chapter 5 of the Standard for the Storage and

Piping must be clean and free from scale or burr.

Before attempting to ignite the appliance, all gas fittings and

small amount of a mild soap and water solution to all fittings and

detected, shut off the gas supply to the appliance immediately.

WARNING

NEVER USE A FLAME FOR GAS LEAK TESTING.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW

THESE INSTRUCTION EXACTLY, A FIRE

OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING

PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY,

OR LOSS OF LIFE.

CAUTION

THIS APPLIANCE IS HOT DURING

NORMAL OPERATION. AVOID

PHYSICAL CONTACT.

CAUTION

DO NOT PLACE CLOTHING OR

OTHER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS

ON THIS APPLIANCE.

DO NOT operate this heater if any part has been under

water. Call a qualified service technician to inspect the

appliance and to replace any part of the control system or gas

control valve which has been under water.

This appliance must be installed and operated only in locations

where the potential for physical damage to the appliance is

reduced to a minimum. The owner/operator of this appliance

from physical damage.

ODOR FADING - NO ODOR DETECTED

smell the odor of the man-made chemical added to

can smell the odorant in these fuel gases.

than happy to give you a scratch and sniff pamphlet.

Use it to become familiar with the fuel gas odor.

around an odor for a period of time can affect your

sensitivity to that particular odor. Odors present in

The odorant in propane (LP) gas and natural gas

is colorless and the intensity of its odor can fade

under some circumstances.

through the soil can filter the odorant.

may be more odor at lower levels.

• Always be sensitive to the slightest gas odor. If you

continue to detect any gas odor, no matter how small,

discussed previously.

LIGHTING AND SHUT-DOWN

Lighting the Heater:

appliance rating plate for the correct fuel information.

2. Turn off the main gas supply to the appliance. Wait five

minutes.

3. Turn on the main gas supply.

6. IMPORTANT: DO NOT attempt to adjust the main

burner input using the main gas supply valve, as this

may cause the thermocouple to shut down the burner.

Shut-down instructions:

3. If the heater is not going to be used for an extend period

of time disconnect the regulator/hose assembly from the

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

evidence of excessive abrasion or wear, or if the hose is cut, it

must be replaced prior to the heater being put into operation.

The replacement hose assembly shall be that specified by the

manufacturer. See the parts list.

materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids at all

times.

The flow of combustion and ventilation air must not be

obstructed.

Cleaning the heater:

Periodically, the heater must be cleaned of all dirt and dust

particles.

DANGER

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE HEATER

WHILE IT IS OPERATING OR WHILE IT IS

STILL HOT.

clean the heater by spraying water on it. Wipe the outside of

the heater off with a dry cloth after cleaning.

forth along the entire burner face to dislodge dust and debris

from the ceramic tiles. Using an OSHA appoved blow gun,

blow compressed air through venturi from the control end of

the heater.

DO NOT operate this heater if any part has been under

water. Call a qualified service person to inspect the appliance

and to replace any part of the control system or gas control valve

which has been under water.

This heater must be inspected at least annually by a qualified

service person.

TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION:

(Model MH18CH)

If burner lights, but goes out when button is released.

CHECK

Assembly.

Tip-Over Switch Arrangement

and relight.

REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

ITEM

NO. PART

NUMBER DESCRIPTION

1 27510

2 27511

3 27512

4 27513

5 27514

6 27515 ASSEMBLY, HOSE, REGULATOR

7 27516

27517

9 BRACKET, TANK, MOUNT,

10 27519

12 27524

13 27520

14 27521

15 27530

16 27531 BRACKET, HOUSING, SUPPORT

17 27529

19 27522

20 27523

21 27526

22 27941 O-RING, ORIFICE

23 27527

24 27525 BRACKET, VALVE, MOUNT

25 27532

Portable Propane Caninet Heater • Model MH18CH

IF SERVICE IS REQUIRED

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS APPLIANCE TO YOUR STORE

For information regarding service, please call our Toll-Free

Monday through Friday

Please include the model number, date of purchase and

description of problem in all communication.

Enerco Group, Inc.

obligation, in colors, specifications, accessories, materials and models.

WARNING:

COULD CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH. REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE

DIRECT FROM THE FACTORY AND MUST BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE

AGENCY.

PARTS ORDERING INFORMATION:

PURCHASING: Accessories may be purchased at any Mr. Heater local dealer or

direct from the factory

FOR INFORMATION REGARDING SERVICE

Please include the model number, date of purchase, and description of problem in

all communication.

WARRANTY

MR. HEATER warrants that Infra Red Heaters manufactured and sold will be free from defects

warranty on the applicable warranties of the suppliers.

The sole responsibility of Enerco Group, Inc. under this warranty shall be to replace or repair

any part for which a written claim is made to Enerco Technical Products within the time limit

to be defective upon inspection by Enerco Technical Products.

This warranty shall not apply to any part or product which has been subjected to misuse or

neglect, damaged by accident, or rendered defective by reason of improper installation. THIS

WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, and

of any other responsibility of Enerco Technical Products for parts or products sold by Enerco

Technical Products, including consequential or special damages. This Warranty gives you

specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.

READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY: Read and follow all instructions. Place

instructions in a safe place for future reference. Do not allow anyone who has

not read these instructions to assemble, light, adjust or operate the heater.

MODEL

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER’S MANUAL

MR. HEATER

APPAREIL DE CHAUFFAGE PORTATIF

À INFRAROUGE FONCTIONNANT AU GAZ

MISE EN GARDE LE PRÉ É TRE UTILISÉ DANS UN DOMICILE OU UN VÉHICULE RÉCRÉATIF.

AVERTISSEMENT CONTRE LES RISQUES GÉNÉRAUX

LE FAIT DE NE PAS RESPECTER LES PRÉCAUTIONS ET LES INSTRUCTIONS FOURNIES AVEC LE PRÉSENT

SEULES LES PERSONNES COMPRENNANT ET POUVANT SUIVRE LES INSTRUCTIONS DEVRAIENT UTILISER LE

PRÉSENT APPAREIL DE CHAUFFAGE.

MISE EN GARDE

REMARQUE :

MANUEL DE L’UTILISATEUR ET

INSTRUCTIONS D’UTILISATION

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