Table Of Contents; General Safety Instructions - Mr. Heater PORTABLE BUDDY Operating Instructions And Owner's Manual

WARNING:
Every time a tank is connected to unit, connection 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. If there is a leak on your appliance (smell of
gas), take it outside immediately into a well ventilated
flame free location where the leak may be detected and
stopped. If you wish to check for leaks on your appli-
ance, do it outside. Do not try to detect leaks using a
flame, use soapy water. Any changes to this heater or its
controls can be dangerous. DO NOT modify appliance.
CONTENTS
General Safety Instructions ............................................... 2
Odor Fade Warning .......................................................... 3
General Information .......................................................... 4
Operating with Disposable Propane Cartridges ................. 4
Operating With Hose Connected to Remote Cartridge ...... 5
Maintenance..................................................................... 6
Troubleshooting ................................................................ 7
Parts List ........................................................................... 8
Parts Ordering Information ............................................... 9
Service Information ........................................................... 9
SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL NO. ..........................................................MH8BXDF
GAS TYPE⁄Propane(G31) Gas shall only be used with Coleman
and Primus Power Gas 70/30 Butane/ Propane (G30+G31).
INPUT BTU/HR. .................. 4,000(1.17 KW) / 8,000(2.4 KW)
CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES
TOP ................................................................... 30‰/76.2 cm
FRONT ............................................................ 24‰/60.96 cm
SIDES .................................................................6‰/15.24 cm
REAR ................................................................................. 0‰
Caution:
•Some carpets or linoleum surfaces may discolor if heater is
placed directly on these floor coverings.
When operating the heater at altitudes over 7 ,000 FT (2.1 3 km) above sea
•
level the heater may shut off. (Please read the GENERAL INFORMATION)
WARNING:
This appliance shall only be used with Vapor Pressure
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Propane 100%(G31) and Propane Butane Mixture 70/30
(G30+G31) fuels It may be hazardous to attempt to fit
other types of gas cartridges.
Mr. Heater | Portable Propane and Butane/Propane Mixture Heater
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. Use only in a well ventilated area.

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

THIS IS A HEATING APPLIANCE. DO NOT OPERATE
THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT THE FRONT WIRE GUARD
INSTALLED. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO WARM OR COOK
FOOD ON THIS HEATER.
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Do not use non-approved attachments on this heater. Do
not modify appliance.
• Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be lo-
cated out of traffic and away from combustible materials.
(See SPECIFICATIONS)
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CAUTION: accessible parts may become very hot. Keep
young children away from the appliance Children and
adults should be alerted to the hazard of high surface
temperatures and should stay away to avoid burns or
clothing ignition.
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Young children should be carefully supervised when they
are near the appliance.
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Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or
near the appliance.
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Do not operate heater in any moving vehicle such as lei-
sure vehicles like caravans and auto caravans. Do not use
in high rise flats, basements, bathrooms or bedrooms.
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This heater can also be used in a recreational or
commercial enclosure with a window or roof vent. It
may also be used outdoors.
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This heater requires a well ventilated location of 9
square inches (22.86 cm2) (example 3‰ /7.62 cm x
3‰/7.62 cm opening) minimum for adequate ventilation
during operation which is in accordance with national
requirements for the supply of combustion air, . Do not
use other fuel burning appliances inside.
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GAS PRESSURE AT HEATER IS REGULATED AND FIXED AT
1 1‰ W.C.(27.4 millibar) IN ANY CASE DO NOT REGULATE
OR REDUCE PROPANE(G31) OR BUTANE/PROPANE
MIXTURE(G30+G31) CARTRIDGE SUPPLY PRESSURE TO
HEATER!
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REGULATOR IN HEATER MUST ALWAYS BE IN PLACE
DURING OPERATION.
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If the wire guard is removed for servicing, it must be
replaced prior to operating the heater.
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The appliance should be inspected before each use.
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