Mi-T-M MH-0070-0M10 User manual

Kerosene Portable Heaters Manual 1
CAUTION
RISK OF INJURY! READ ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING!
THIS MANUAL IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE PORTABLE HEATER
AND MUST REMAIN WITH THIS UNIT!
Kerosene
Portable Heaters
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MH-0070-0M10
MH-0125-0M10
MH-0175-0M10
MH-0215-0M10
©Copyright 2009, Mi-T-M Corporation® 37-1061-E/F/S-080213
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................................................3
IMPORTANT! ...................................................................................................................................3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...................................................................................................4
PORTABLE HEATER FEATURES.............................................................................................................9
PORTABLE HEATER SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................10
ASSEMBLY..............................................................................................................................................10
HARDWARE COMPONENTS ........................................................................................................10
FRAME COMPONENTS ................................................................................................................10
ASSEMBLY MH-0070-0M10 MODEL............................................................................................11
ASSEMBLING HANDLE ................................................................................................................11
ASSEMBLING CORDWRAP..........................................................................................................11
ASSEMBLY FOR MH-0125-0M10, MH-0175-0M10, MH-0215-0M10 MODELS..........................11
ASSEMBLING FRAME AND WHEELS ..........................................................................................11
ASSEMBLING CORDWRAP..........................................................................................................11
OPERATION............................................................................................................................................12
FUELING THE HEATER .................................................................................................................12
KEROSENE (#1-K).........................................................................................................................12
THEORY OF OPERATION .............................................................................................................12
VENTILATION ................................................................................................................................12
TO START THE HEATER................................................................................................................13
TO STOP THE HEATER.................................................................................................................13
TO RESTART THE HEATER...........................................................................................................13
LONG TERM STORAGE................................................................................................................14
DRAIN FUEL TANK........................................................................................................................14
MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................................................................15
FUEL TANK:...................................................................................................................................15
AIR FILTERS: .................................................................................................................................15
FAN BLADES:................................................................................................................................15
NOZZLES: .....................................................................................................................................15
SPARK PLUG: ...............................................................................................................................16
PHOTOCELL: ................................................................................................................................16
FUEL FILTER: ................................................................................................................................16
PUMP PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT:...............................................................................................17
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................18
STATEMENT OF WARRANTY................................................................................................................19
EXCLUSIONS ................................................................................................................................19
Warning: This product contains lead, a
chemical known to the State of California
to cause birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
Wash your hands after handling this product.

Kerosene Portable Heaters Manual 3
IMPORTANT!
A "DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION" safety warning will be surrounded by a "SAFETY ALERT BOX". This
box is used to designate and emphasize Safety Warnings that must be followed when operating this heater.
Accompanying the safety warnings are "Signal Words" which designate the degree or level of hazard seri-
ousness. The "Signal Words" used in this manual are as follows:
DANGER: INDICATES AN IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, WILL
RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
WARNING: INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED,
COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION: INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED MAY
RESULT IN MINOR OR MODERATE INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE HEATER.
The symbols set below are "Safety Alert Symbols". These symbols are used to call attention to items or
procedures that could be dangerous to you or other persons using this equipment.
ALWAYS PROVIDE A COPY OF THIS MANUAL TO ANYONE USING THIS EQUIPMENT. READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL AND ANY INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED BY MANUFACTURERS
OF SUPPORTING EQUIPMENT BEFORE OPERATING THE PORTABLE HEATER AND ESPECIALLY
POINT OUT THE "SAFETY WARNINGS" TO PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY
TO THE OPERATOR.
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Mi-T-M® Portable Heater! You can be assured your Mi-T-M®
Portable Heater was constructed with the highest level of precision and accuracy. Each component has
been rigorously tested by technicians to ensure the quality, endurance and performance of this heater.
This operator's manual was compiled for your benet. By reading and following the simple safety, installa-
tion and operation, maintenance and troubleshooting steps described in this manual, you will receive years
of troublefree operation from your new Portable Heater. The contents of this manual are based on the latest
product information available at the time of publication. The Manufacturer reserves the right to make chang-
es in price, color, materials equipment, specications or models at any time without notice.
Once the unit has been uncrated, immediately write in the serial number of your unit in the space provided
below.
SERIAL NUMBER ________________________________
Inspect for signs of obvious or concealed freight damage. If damage does exist, le a claim with the trans-
portation company immediately. Be sure that all damaged parts are replaced an that the mechanical and
electrical problems are corrected prior to operation of the unit. If you require service, contact Mi-T-M®Cus-
tomer Service.
Mi-T-M®Corporation, 8650 Enterprise Drive, Peosta, IA 52068
563-556-7484 / 800-553-9053 / Fax [phone]
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CST
Please have the following information available for all service calls:
1. Model Number
2. Serial Number
3. Date and Place of Purchase

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Hazard Potential Consequence Prevention
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR
ELECTROCUTION
Serious injury or death could
occur if the portable heater is
not properly grounded. Your
heater is powered by electricity
and may cause electric shock or
electrocution if not used prop-
erly.
Electrical shock may occur if the
heater is not operated properly.
Serious injury or death may
occur if electrical repairs are at-
tempted by unqualied persons.
Serious injury could occur from
touching exposed metal parts.
These areas can remain hot for
some time after the heater is
turned off.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Installation of this unit, including
all electrical connections, must
comply with all local, state and
national codes.
This product must be grounded.
Connect to a GFCI circuit breaker
when available. If the unit should
malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current to re-
duce the risk of electric shock. Do
not ground to a gas supply line.
Improper connection of the
equipment-grounding conductor
can result in a risk of electrocu-
tion. Check with a qualied elec-
trician or service personnel if you
are in doubt as to whether the
system is properly grounded.
Always be certain the unit is re-
ceiving proper voltage. Specied
on the model plate of the heater.
Use only a three-prong, grunded
outlet and extension cord.
Keep all connections dry and
install the heater so that it is not
directly exposed to water spray,
rain, drinpping water or wind.
Any electrical wiring or repairs
performed on this heater should
be done by Authorized Service
Personnel in accordance with Na-
tional and Local electrical codes.
Always unplug the heater when
not in use.
Never allow any part of your body
or other materials to make con-
tact with any exposed metal parts
on the heater.
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS BEFORE USING PORTABLE HEATER
RISK OF BURNS

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Hazard Potential Consequence Prevention
RISK OF EXPLOSION OR
FIRE
Serious injury or death may
occur from normal electrical
sparks in motor and pressure
switch
Serious injury may occur if
the heater air inlet or outlet is
blocked.
Serious injury or death may oc-
cur if improper fuels are used, if
heater is running while relling.
Serious injury may occur if
heater is not placed on level
surface and is kept away from
children and animals.
Always operate portable heater
in a well ventilated area free of
ammable vapors, combustible
dust, gases or other combustible
materials.
Never place objects in front of air
inlet (rear) or air outlet (front) of
heater. Never use duct work in
front or at rear of heater. Keep all
combustible material away from
this heater.
Never use fuels such as gasoline,
benzene, paint thinners, or other
oil compounds in this heater.
Never rell the heater's fuel tank
while heater is operating or still
hot. This heater is EXTREMELY
HOT while in operation.
Never transport heater with fuel
in its tank.
Bulk fuel storage should be a
minimum of 25 ft. from heaters,
torches, portable generators, or
other sources of ignition. All fuel
storage should be in accordance
with federal, state, or local au-
thorities having jurisdiction.
Never move or handle heater
while still hot.
If equipped with a thermostat,
the heater may start at any time.
Always locate heater on a stable
and level surface away from chil-
dren and animals.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Hazard Potential Consequence Prevention
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
RISK TO BREATHING Serious injury or death could
occur from failure to provide
proper ventilation according to
this manual..
This is a kerosene, direct-red,
forced air heater. It is primar-
ily intended for use for tempo-
rary heating of buildings under
construction,alteration or repair.
Direct-red means that all of
the combustion products of the
heater enter the heated space.
This appliance is rated at 98%
combustion efciency, but does
produce small amounts of carbon
monoxide. Carbon monoxide is
toxic. Humans can tolerate small
amounts of carbon monoxide,
and precautions should be taken
to provide proper ventilation..
Early signs of carbon monox-
ide poisoning resemble the u.
Symptoms of improper ventila-
tion are: * headache * dizziness
* burning of the nose and eyes *
nausea * dry mouth * sore throat
Use this heater only in well ven-
tilated areas! Provide at least a
three square foot (2,800 sq cm)
opening of outside air for every
100,000 BTU/hr of heater rating.
People with breathing problems
should consult a physician before
using the heater.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning:
Early signs of carbon monox-
ide poisoning resemble u-like
symptoms such as headaches,
dizziness, and/or nausea. If you
have these symptoms, your heat-
er may not be working properly.
Get fresh air at once! Have the
heater serviced. Some people are
more affected by carbon mon-
oxide than others. These include
pregnant women, those with
heart or lung problems,anemia,
or those under the inuence of
alcohol, or at high altitudes.
Never use this heater in living or
sleeping areas.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
! SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS !
FIRE, BURN, INHALATION, AND EXPLOSION HAZARD. KEEP COMBUSTIBLES, SUCH AS
BUILDING MATERIALS, PAPER OR CARDBOARD, A SAFE DISTANCE AWAY FROM THE
HEATER AS RECOMMENDED BY THESE INSTRUCTIONS. NEVER USE THE HEATER IN
SPACES WHICH CONTAIN PRODUCTS SUCH AS GASOLINE, SOLVENTS, PAINT THINNERS,
DUST PARTICLES, VOLATILE OR AIRBORNE COMBUSTIBLES, OR ANY UNKNOWN
CHEMICALS. THIS IS AN UNVENTED PORTABLE HEATER. IT USES AIR (OXYGEN) FROM THE
AREA IN WHICH IT IS USED. ADEQUATE COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR MUST BE
PROVIDED. REFER TO VENTILATION.
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS: COMBUSTION BY-PRODUCTS PRODUCED WHEN USING THIS
PRODUCT CONTAIN CARBON MONOXIDE, A CHEMICAL KNOWN TO THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS (OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM).
DO NOT OPERATE THIS HEATER UNTIL YOU HAVE READ, AND THOROUGHLY UNDERSTAND
THESE SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTION. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE
PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THIS HEATER CAN RESULT IN DEATH,
SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, PROPERTY LOSS OR DAMAGE FROM THE HAZARDS OF FIRE,
EXPLOSION, BURNS, ASPHYXIATION OR CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING. ONLY PERSONS
WHO CAN READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD USE OR SERVICE THIS
HEATER.
NOT FOR USE IN HOMES OR RECREATIONAL VEHICLES.
MASSACHUSETTS RESIDENTS: MASSACHUSETTS STATE LAW PROHIBITS THE USE OF THIS
HEATER IN ANY BUILDING WHICH IS USED IN WHOLE OR IN PART FOR HUMAN HABITATION.
USE OF THIS HEATING DEVICE IN MASSACHUSETTS REQUIRES LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT
PERMIT (M.G.L.C.148, SECTION 10A).
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS: THIS HEATER PRODUCES CARBON MONOXIDE, WHICH IS LISTED
BY THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA AS A REPRODUCTIVE TOXIN UNDER PROPOSITION 65. NOT
FOR USE IN HOMES OR RECREATIONAL VEHICLES.
THE NEW YORK CITY FIRE CODE PROHIBITS THE STORAGE, HANDLING AND USE OF
KEROSENE FUELED HEATERS FOR SPACE HEATING. ANY PERSON VIOLATING
THAT PROVISION MAY BE PUNISHED BY A FINE OF UP TO $10,000 AND A TERM OF
IMPRISONMENT UP TO 6 MONTHS.
NEVER LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING OR WHILE CONNECTED TO A FUEL
SOURCE.

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WARNING
THE FOLLOWING PAGES CONTAIN OPERATING AND
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS PORTABLE HEATER
UNTIL YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD ALL SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS LISTED IN THIS MANUAL.
INCORRECT OPERATION OF THIS UNIT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURY!!
DO NOT ALTER OR MODIFY THIS EQUIPMENT
IN ANY MANNER!
NEVER LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING OR
WHILE CONNECTED TO A FUEL SOURCE.

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PORTABLE HEATER FEATURES
Hot Air Outlet Upper Shell
Lower Shell
Fuel Tank
Fan Guard
Pressure Gauge
Fuel Gauge
Fuel Cap
Side Cover
Thermostat Knob
Lamp
Power Cord
Power/Reset Switch
Handle Extension
Cord Wrap
Model shown MH-0070-0M10
Models shown MH-0125-0M10, MH-0175-0M10, MH-0215-0M10
Hot Air Outlet
Lower Shell
Upper
Shell
Digital
Temperature
Display
Front Handle
Extension Cord
Rear Handle
Fan Guard
Pressure
Gauge
Storage Drawer
Fuel Gauge
Fuel Cap
Power Cord
Power/Reset Switch
Lamp
Side Cover
Thermostat Knob
Fuel Tank
Drain Plug

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HARDWARE COMPONENTS
FRAME COMPONENTS
PORTABLE HEATER SPECIFICATIONS
Model MH-0070-0M10 MH-0125-0M10 MH-0175-0M10 MH-0215-0M10
Rating BTU/Hr 70,000 125,000 175,000 215,000
Fuel Comsump-
tion Gal/Hr
0.53 .95 1.34 1.63
Fuel Tank Capac-
ity Gallons
5.0 10.0 13.0 13.0
Pump Pressure
PSI
4.0 5.0 7.5 9.0
Volt/Hz 120VAC/ 60 Hz 120VAC/ 60 Hz 120VAC/ 60 Hz 120VAC/ 60 Hz
Amps 1.5 2.3 2.7 2.8
Phase Single Single Single Single
Size (L x W x H) 30" x 13" x 15" 37" x 22" x 25" 42" x 24" x 26" 42" x 24" x 26"
Net Weight (Lbs) 28 51 58 61
Handle
Hardware Kit Wheel Caps Bushings Washers, (L) and (S)
Cord Wraps Wheels Frame Component Hardware
Cotter Pins, Screws and Nuts (4 ea.)
and Cord Wraps
ASSEMBLY
Front Handle
Rear Handle
Axle
Wheel Support Frame
Minimum clearance from Combustibles:
MH-0070-0M10 MH-0125-0M10 MH-0175-0M10 MH-0215-0M1k
Top 4 ft. 4 ft. 4 ft. 4 ft.
Sides 4 ft. 4 ft. 4 ft. 4 ft.
Front 8 ft. 8 ft. 8 ft. 8 ft.