MrHeater Portable Buddy MH9BX Assembly instructions

COMPACT PROPANE HEATER
Part No. MH9BX
User Manual and
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READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY:
PORTABLE BUDDY
RADIANT HEATER

Important
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carefully and keep out of the hands of
young children.
Safety warning
Please read all safety warning and assembly
instructions before use. Retain all information
for future reference. Failure to follow the
instructions may cause personal injury and/or
damage.
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areas. This heater consumes air and could
endanger life if used in unventilated or
enclosed areas.
2. Only non rellable 468g disposable
cs are to be used with this appliance.
CAUTION - IT MAYBE HAZARDOUS TO
ATTEMPT TO FIT OTHER TYPES OF GAS
CONTAINERS.
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CAUTION - accessible parts may be very hot.
Keep young children away.
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handling the heater after use.
Installation, operation and
maintenance instructions
Safety information: if you smell gas
• If there is a leak on your appliance (smell of
gas), immediately attempt to turn off.
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location away from any ignition source.
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water.
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disperse gas from the area before
continuing.
IMPORTANT: read this instruction for use
carefully. Familiari e yourself with the
appliance before connecting it to the gas
bottle. This appliance is for use with
disposable propane c only.
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high-pressure canister or use adaptors.
• When changing gas ensure that
it is undertaken in a well ventilated area,
preferably outside and away from sources
of ignition such as naked ames, pilot
ames, electrical and heating equipment
and people.
• To check if c has sufcient gas
pick up c and shake from side to
side. If there is movement or the sounds of
liquid moving inside the c then it
will contain gas.
FOR OUTDOORS USE ONLY - ONLY USE IN
WELL VENTILATED AREAS.
This appliance shall only be used in an above
groundopen airsituationwithnaturalventilation,
without stagnant areas, where gas leakage and
products of combustion are rapidly dispersed
by wind and natural convection.
Safety Instructions

Caution
NEVER assemble or operate the unit on
unstable or uneven ground. Always operate
in open and well-ventilated areas.
NEVER operate inside a tent, caravan, camper
trailer vehicle or boat.
NEVER leave the unit unattended
whilst operating.
NEVER open the control panel or
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This appliance is not intended for use by young
children or person unless they have been
adequately supervised by a responsible person
to ensure that they can use the app ecnail
safely. Young children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance. This appliance is to be installed as
per local regulation and in accordance with
AS5601/AG601.
Safety after installation
The purpose of this section is to direct your
attention to the possibility of accidents that can
be avoided.
•This appliance is not to be used in enclosed
areas and must be operated away from any
type of material or liquid.
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minimum of 100mm from all solid or non-
combustible surfaces.
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openings and vents must be kept free from
obstructions to ensure correct operation.
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therefore some parts will get hot. Allow to
cool before touching.
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appliance when in use.
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liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
• Do not modify this appliance.
• Do not use adaptors.
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the appliance.
aehttcetorP• ppliance from wind and drafts
when in use.
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level or in areas where unburned gas could
build up.
• Do not move appliance while operating
• Clean after use.
asihtesutonoD• ppliance if it is leaking,
damaged or does not work properly.
asihtesutonoD• ppliance if it has damaged
or worn seals.
• This appliance must only be serviced by an
authorised person.
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1. Control knob
2. Burner tile
3. Folding carry handle
4. Propane c cavity
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Store the gas c outdoors in
well ventilated are

Safety Instructions
This appliance shall only be used in an above ground open air situation with natural ventilation,
without stagnant areas, where gas leakage and products of combustion are rapidly dispersed by
wind and natural convection. Any enclosure in which the appliance is used shall comply with one
of the following:
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no overhead cover.
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overhead cover and no more than two walls.
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overhead cover and more than two walls,
the following shall apply:
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completely open.
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side, back and front wall areas is open and
unrestricted.
(3) In the case of balconies, 20% or more of
the total wall area shall remain open and
unrestricted”

Lighting and Operating Instructions
Step 1
WARNING: Always inspect propane c
and heater propane connections for damage,
dirt, and debris before attaching propane
c. Do not use if head of c is
damaged, punctured or deteriorated.
• Use only LP Gas c marked
in accordance with the U.S. Dept. of
Transportation (DOT).
• Use only 468g disposable c
that mate with No. 600 valve connection.
• Heater and attached c must be in
an upright position during operation.
• Make sure four-position Control Knob is in
“OFF” position.
Step 2
• Swivel regulator outward for easy tank
installation. Screw 468g disposable LP Gas
supply c clockwise (from bottom)
into portable heater until hand-tight.
• Check c connection for leaks with
soapy water at the threaded connection
under the domed plastic cover where the
cscrews into the regulator. SEE
WARNING! ON THE UNDERSIDE OF THE
DOMED PLASTIC COVER.
Step 3
• Slightly depress and turn Control Knob
counterclockwise to “ PILOT” position
and depress to light.
• If heater does not light, hold down for
approximately 30 seconds; release and
depress again. Repeat until pilot lights.
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ON/PILOT
• Turn to On/PILOT position.
• Push knob to ignite pilot.
• After lit hold for 30 sec.
• Release to ignite
burner.

Step 4
• After pilot lights, hold down for 30-60
seconds and then release knob. Knob
should return to fully extended position.
Warning:
DO NOT OPERATE HEATER UNLESS CONTROL KNOB IS LOCKED IN POSITION
MARKED “ PILOT”.
NEVER SET CONTROL KNOB BETWEEN LOCKED POSITIONS. POOR COMBUSTION AND
HIGHER LEVELS OF CARBON MONOXIDE MAY RESULT.
• To shut off heater, slightly push down and
turn Control Knob clockwise to
“OFF” position.
•CAUTION: After turning heater off, wire
guard will remain hot. Allow to thoroughly
cool before storing.
•Do not operate, store or remove
c
sources.
• LP-GAS C S MUST BE
DISCONNECTED FROM HEATER WHEN
NOT IN USE!
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Shut Down Instructions
ON/PILOT
• Turn to On/PILOT position.
• Push knob to ignite pilot.
• After lit hold for 30 sec.
• Release to ignite
burner.

Appliance is only to be serviced or repaired
by an authorised service centre. Return
appliance to place of purchase or contact
Customer Service (contact details on
back cover).
Always keep the heater area clear and free
from combustible materials, gasoline and other
Keep the vent areas (slots in the bottom and
the top at the front and rear of heater) clear at
all times.
be blue in color (not yellow) and will extend
beyond the thermocouple.
below the tip.
should be bright orange (with a slight blue color
around the border, a red-orange haze that is
visible on the ceramic tile is acceptable) and
rolls out at the top of the ceramic tile indicates
an accumulation of dust, lint or spider webs
inside the casing assembly and main burner
assembly. If the pilot is yellow or the burner has
Use the following procedure to inspect the
casing assembly and main burner assembly.
Maintenance

Replacement Parts List
1. 32017 Knob, Valve, Safety, Red
32019 Knob, Valve, Safety, Green
2. Valve, Assy, Control
3. 32056 Tube, Burner, Main
4. 32053 Tube, Inlet, Assy
5. 32051 Guard, Wire
32061 Guard, Wire, Heavy
6. 33092 Panel, Front, Metal, Red
33094 Panel, Front, Metal, Yellow
33093 Panel, Front, Metal, Green
7. 75191 Panel, Back, Metal,
w/32004, Red
75194 Panel, Back, Metal,
w/32004, Yellow
75196 Panel, Back, Metal,
w/32004, Green
8. 32027 Brkt, Valve
9. 32028 Heat, Shield
10. 32015 Handle, Back, Plastic, Gray
32074 Handle, Back, Plastic, Black
11. 32014 Handle, Front, Plastic, Gray
32072 Handle, Front, Plastic, Black
12. 75198 Assy, Regulator, w/Support
13. 32080 Housing, Left, Plastic, Gray
32085 Housing, Left, Plastic, Black
15. 33088 Tile, Replacement Kit, MH9BX
16. 32032 Burner, Assy
17. 33090 Housing, Right, Plastic, Gray
33091 Housing, Right, Plastic, Black
20. 32023 Floor, Panel, Metal
21. 73403 Switch, Tipover
22. 32046 Brkt,ODS
(Oxygen Depletion Sensor)
23. 73404 ODS, Pilot, Assy
24. 32057 Tube, Pilot, Assy
25. 32067 Magnet, Tank
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Problem Remedy
If Spark electrode does not produce
spark.
Check spark electrode; if defective, replace ODS
(Oxygen Depletion Sensor).
Check igniter wire is correctly attached to spark
electrode.
Check igniter wire; if damaged, replace.
Check piezo igniter; if defective, replace control
valve.
If Spark electrode produces spark but
pilot does not light.
No gas to heater – install disposable c or
connect hose and lter where required and turn
on valve at remote c .
Check if “ PILOT” position is properly aligned – turn
gas control knob to “ PILOT” position and depress.
Check is pilot is blocked from spider web or dirt –
clean pilot, see MAINTENANCE.
is released.
Check if control knob in “ PILOT” position
not completely depressed or held in long
enough to purge air from lines.
pilot, see MAINTENANCE.
Check if pilot assembly is defective – replace.
Check if tip switch wires are disconnected – connect.
If Main burner does not ignite. burner, see MAINTENANCE.
If Heater keeps shutting “OFF” during
normal operation.
Check if pilot is blocked – clean pilot, see
MAINTENANCE.
Tip over switch may have been activated from
bumping heater. Re-light.
Check if regulator is defective - Replace regulator.
Check for internal contamination - Replace control
valve and regulator.
Call Technical Services for additional information.
Troubleshooting Instructions

This Appliance
- Must only be serviced by an authorised person
- Suitable for camping use only
- Shall NOT be exposed to moisture or rain
- Shall only be used with a propane gas cylinder to:
DOT2P, UN2037, EN417
- Only be used in a well ventilated area
- Can produce carbon monoxide which has no odor.
Using it in an enclosed space (e.g. caravan, tents, marine craft, cars, mobile
homes or similar locations) may cause death.
Part No: MH9BX
Dimensions: 330 x 204 x 343mm
Net Weight: 3.6 kg (excluding cartridge)
Injector Size: 0.96mm
Gas Consumption: 9.5 Mj/hr
189 g/hr

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