Fan Switch
cover where the cylinder screws into the regulator. SEE
WARNING! ON PLASTIC COVER DOORS.
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Depress and turn Control Knob counterclockwise to
„PILOT‰ position. Ignitor will spark to light the pilot
burner. (If needed, repeat these steps until pilot lights)
and continue to hold control knob down in „Pilot‰
position for 30-60 seconds.
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After lighting pilot, release knob. Knob should return
to fully extended position. To operate heater slightly
depress knob and gently turn to lock in desired position.
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Turn control knob to „LO‰ or „MD‰ position to light
heater. Leave on „LO‰ or „MD‰ position until the left
burner tile has turned bright orange.
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After left burner tile has turned bright orange, adjust
heat output by turning Control Knob to desired position
(„LO‰, „MD‰ or „HI‰). Note: Both tiles turn orange only
on HI setting. (2) 1 LB. propane bottles are needed
to use heater in (HI) position.
Warning:
DO NOT OPERATE HEATER UNLESS CONTROL KNOB IS LOCKED
IN A POSITION MARKED „HI‰, „MD‰, „LO‰ or „PILOT‰. NEVER SET
CONTROL KNOB BETWEEN LOCKED POSITIONS. POOR COMBUS-
TION AND HIGHER LEVELS OF CARBON MONOXIDE MAY RESULT.
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For added heat circulation turn red fan switch to on. The
fan switch is located just left of control knob side handle
support. See Figure 1.
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Installation of 4 D-cell batteries is required for fan
operation. Battery box is located on lower back panel of
heater. Follow instructions on battery cover for correct
battery installation. See figure 2.
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Heater fan can also be powered by electrical adapter
F276127. Required adapter to be 6 volt DC up to 800
milliamp current with positive tip polarity. See figure 2.
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To shut off heater, slightly push down and turn Control
Knob clockwise to „OFF‰ position.
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CAUTION: After turning heater off, wire guard will
remain hot. Allow to thoroughly cool before storing.
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Do not operate, store or remove cylinder(s) near flam-
mable items or ignition sources.
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LP-GAS CYLINDERS MUST BE DISCONNECTED FROM
HEATER WHEN NOT IN USE!
LIGHTING / OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR USE WITH HOSE(S) CONNECTED TO A
REMOTE CYLINDER, MAXIMUM SIZE 20 LBS:
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Control Knob
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Figure 2
Mr. Heater | Big Buddy
Operating Instructions and OwnerÊs Manual
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WARNING: ANY HOSE CONNECTION TO A QUICK
DISCONNECT FITTING ON HEATER MUST BE
REGULATED TO 1 1‰ W.C. PRESSURE
This Heater may be used in a Recreational Enclosure or
Temporary Construction Work Enclosure with a Remote
Refillable Propane Cylinder ONLY when the Cylinder is
Located Outdoors and the Heater is Used with Mr. Heater
Hose No. F273701, F273702 or F272702 and fuel filter
F273699. Fuel filter must be replaced annually. Hose No.
F273704 Buddy series hose, fuel filter not required.
Mr. Heater Hose No. F271802 which includes a quick
disconnect fitting and a 3/8‰ female flare fitting con-
nected to a regulated (1 1‰ W.C.) propane source.
Mr. Heater Hose No. F271803 which includes a quick
disconnect fitting and a 1 1‰ W.C. regulator.
DANGER: NEVER bring a refillable propane cylinder
indoors. A fire or explosion can occur causing property
damage, serious injury or death!
Inspect the hose before each use of the heater. If there
is excessive abrasion or wear, or the hose is cut, replace
prior to using the heater with one of the Mr. Heater
Hose NoÊs. shown above.
The propane cylinder must include a listed overfilling
protection device as well as a collar to protect the cylinder
valve.
Heater must be in an upright position during operation.
Make sure five-position Control Knob is in „OFF‰ posi-
tion; see Figure 1, at left.
Screw hose connector into tank swivel or fuel filter
on heater or connect to quick disconnect and screw
connector on other end of hose into LP gas tank valve.
Tighten all hose connections. DO NOT use thread seal-
ant on any of these connections.
fuel filter F273699 to trap any oil substances when
connected to a remote cylinder that can make
heater inoperable.
Open valve at LP-gas supply cylinder.
Electrical Adapter Outlet
Electrical adapter
and batteries not included.