Would this be a good heater to let run 24/7 unattened in a ice fishing house?? Also would it be safe?
1460499
I would say yes, properly installed. We used it in a tent, although it was monitored every night. With the pilot light on constantly it did go through a 20# tank of propane rather quickly.
1460500
Yes I use it in a greenhouse 24/7 during the winter months October through April. It has safeguards. It is able to be set to a temp so that only the pilot remains on once it gets to the set temp unlike others which run constantly.
1460501
Good day, I ran mine in a 28 ' RV for extra heat. Because it is unvented there is always a concern about low oxygen and excess carbon dioxide in a tight space. I had windows slightly open to vent. I was surprised how much condensation occurred on the windows too. It was nice and quiet. Always beware if the house is tightly wrapped in plastic that you have some ventilation good luck Mike
1460502
I made sure to install safely and secure by screwing it down and so combustibles are kept away the proper distance and nothing can fall on it to start a fire. Enjoy
1460503
We use a 20 pound tank in extreme cold we get three days on a tank and normal cold for our area we get 5 or 6 days depending on what is actually in the tank, I have no idea how long a 100 pound tank would last, dependent on temps, etc.
1460504
I would say no. I only run mine when I'm on my boat and there to keep an eye on it. Buy recently it has been shooting most of the flame out of one end of the tube. Does anyone know what could cause this
1460505
remember carbon monoxide will build up. I never sleep with heater on. I installed a carbon monoxide detector.
149508
Unfortunately, no. This would be a great little heater except for the cost of running it. I'm afraid to use it since it cost me over $100 extra in electricity and I only used it about three hours a day for a week.
855673
It is my understanding that this type of heater should not be used in a tightly enclosed space like a basement, for fear of carbon monoxide build up. I know it is safe for a garage where there is more ventilation.
2023713
All safety instructions say to not use it indoors. I have lived off the grid for many years and have used several types of catalytic type heaters to heat the inside of my cabins or boats. They are safe as long as you have enough incoming air. Most of the newer units have a CO sensor that will shut it down if the monoxide level gets dangerous. That said, I would NEVER go to bed with one of these or any other LP heater or cooking unit going in an enclosed space. Safe enough to use responsibly in a trailer, ice fishing tent, shop or garage as long as it is not left unattended for a multitude or potential safety reasons. All said I love this heater.
1409126
I have a 750 watt. I live in mid Michigan. I have it on a timer for 12 hours at night. It keeps a open area usually about 2 feet around the heater (pond is less than 3 feet deep there) most days. When its really cold, the circle shrinks. My fish seem to do fine: I have it near the rock pile they hang out in. You could go a higher wattage or just have it run longer. I got it in 2011 I believe so this will be its 3rd winter. good luck
1564111
Yes, it's safe. It's the only propane heater I'd recommend for indoor use of any kind. I use these regularly -- as in DAILY -- in my 200 sq foot cabin for weeks at a time, and have done so over the course of 6 years. I don't think most people answering actually use these for heating a small space, or for daily heating. I do. I wouldn't leave it on while you sleep. Yes, it's safe. I've certainly slept while my heater is on. But it's still a propane appliance, and it's just not good practice to sleep with an open flame in a room. If I'm using the heater on and off during the day/night, I leave the propane tank on. If I'm not going to use the heater for 24 hours or more, I recommend turning off the tank, and burning off the last of the propane in the hose. In other words: 1) Turn the heater on low. 2) Turn the tank off, but let the heater keep burning, using up the propane that's still in the hose. 3) When the heater runs down, turn off the heater. Hope this helps. - tkh
314076
Forget @ using any of these units for heat. Look up an amp meter chart etc., compare what you heater will draw and divide the 1000 W and you will see the heater won't run for half an hour...a hair dryer will kill it quickly. This is strictly for lights, etc. Save it for medical equipment etc. in extended outages... maybe an occasional microwave use , etc. Even a computer charge will run it down. Be Careful how you use it. Also you can save a lot of power by using only lamps with the new twisted looking lamp bulbs .. Thet use @ 1/3 the power. Save the power for a quick sump pump need nothing continuous except lights. For heat, look into a small wall natural gas heater ( if you have gas heat ) @ $300. will heat 1000 sq feet quite well. Get a warm coat and blankets if the power may be out for days or you will be w/o lights too. Otherwise geta generator..note most condos won't allow them
189307
I do not run my heaters when I am not home. It's not that they are not safe but they are electric and electricity costs money and if I am not home to benefit from the heaters, why keep them on. If they were your only source of heat, then leave them on. I have had my heaters for about a year now and they work great as substitute heat for my kids rooms and I only turn them on at night and off in the morning.
777381
I have owned several and they are safe to leave unattended on my houseboat in the winter, but always plugged into a grounded wall socket. They pull too much voltage to plug into a cigarette lighter i would think. could drain your battery very quickly and maybe even short out the heater.
555530
I would not leave any heater unattended. The heater works well in a very small space. It will not heat a large room. It uses a lot of amps and resulted in blown fuse. I would not purchase another one.
1684120
The light is pretty bright, but I think (because it works on batteries and batteries don't work well in the cold) that there might be a better choice for ice fishing. Also, not sure what utility the fan function would have for ice fishing (as you do that in the winter -- don't really need a fan.) My Dad used to use a kerosene lantern -- worked well. Wonder if they make those anymore?
1819718
Hello, I use my Mr Heater to heat a 16 x 26 area with no problem. But I have it insulated pretty good. I want to say I could run around 6 hours on a 20 lb tank? If your garage is insulated, you would be shutting it off part time. The best way is to run it thru a thermostat. TSC stores use to sell a thermostat the would work on one of these? It's a nice little heater that you would fine is pretty handy to have around.Hope this helps,RGH
2168928
i think the safest answer is never leave a portable heater in an unattended home or apartment. While the odds may be slim, the consequences are potentially catostrophic. Destruction of home and loss of life. not worth it. Make sure you have a working fire/smoke detector with good batteries in the room you use it in too.
1798999
It is very safe, cheaper to run than a baseboard or coil heater. The only draw back is it takes about 30 minutes+ to heat a normal master bedroom.
202487
Seems safe to me. Ran two all winter. Girlfriend has one as well. Nice for keeping colder rooms up to temp.
1465084
We use our heater in our garage/ "my Man cave" and have had no issues at all. The heater works great and has "kicked off" if I accidentally nudge it passing by.
579315
I use mine to keep a relatively Uninsulated mudroom at a decent temperature and with it on low. Just make sure you have it on its own power supply and not a power strip. It's a powerful little thing.