I purchased to use in home to help keep heating bill down, can it be used in home, if monitored?
1465083
Yes we use it in out living room all the time. We have no central heating so it's the only heat source in the room. It's very efficient and has a very sensitive cut off switch, which activates if moved. So is safe. We love ours.
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.
1465085
We use in our home every day for about a year. Works great and easy to replace propane tank
1465086
NO !!! 1st its not safe to keep a 20-lb propane tank inside your house. If it were to leak or some other way vent the propane into your house it would blow your house apart if it ignited. Second it is more expensive to run than natural gas or bulk propane in a giant outdoor tank. Better to use something like this inside if you have to.ProCom Recon Dual Fuel Vent-Free Infrared Heater - 20,000 BTU, Model# MD3TPF
1465087
We have used in our home for years; however, we have a drafty old house with plenty of fresh air. Certainly, these heaters are much safer than kerosene heaters!
1465088
Absolutely. I'm not sure what you mean by monitored. This unit has a tip sensor and an O2 sensor. It's a great heater. My parents had one similar in England 40+ years ago. The unit I got was authorized for use in California.
1465089
I use my heater inside my home. I don't operate it at night or around my small grandchildren but as long as you monitor it, I believe it is a safe unit to operate. I usually operate it in the evenings until bedtime and on weekends. It uses about 2 20# tanks of propane a week. Since it is equipped with an OPD sensor, it seems to be OK for indoor use.
1465090
I lived in England a little over 30 years ago and these were standard for home use. I can't imagine them being more technically advanced then. I think the warning against home use in the US is purely legal based. Of course, just like a burning candle, you need to be careful. I have combined smoke/CM detectors in my house so that is added protection. 30 years ago, never gave using one of these the slightest thought since they were standard in so many homes in England (I bet they are widely used throughout Europe, but that is only a guess).Search internet for "Blue Flame Cabinet Heater UK". You'll get a list of places to buy - I didn't see warnings typical of US products. I lived in England a little over 30 years ago and these were standard for home use. I can't imagine them being more technically advanced then. I think the warning against home use in the US is purely legal based. Of course, just like a burning candle, you need to be careful. I have combined smoke/CM detectors in my house so that is added protection. 30 years ago, never gave using one of these the slightest thought since they were standard in so many homes in England (I bet they are widely used throughout Europe, but that is only a guess).Search internet for "Blue Flame... » Read More I lived in England a little over 30 years ago and these were standard for home use. I can't imagine them being more technically advanced then. I think the warning against home use in the US is purely legal based. Of course, just like a burning candle, you need to be careful. I have combined smoke/CM detectors in my house so that is added protection. 30 years ago, never gave using one of these the slightest thought since they were standard in so many homes in England (I bet they are widely used throughout Europe, but that is only a guess).Search internet for "Blue Flame Cabinet Heater UK". You'll get a list of places to buy - I didn't see warnings typical of US products. « Show Less
1399389
I have not looked at my electric bill, but since it has a timer and auto shut off. The heater won't be on when it does not need to, I guess that will do save me some money.
2251823
I have two of these and they are my only source of heat. My light bills has been fairly average or lower compared to when the furnace kicked on all day. Hope this helps
958905
It will monitor total wattage. But you will know how much each individual device consume once you turn it on.
811852
A lot depends on how you use it. If you use it to heat the room you are in instead of turning up the heat for the whole house to warm yourself, then yes, it can help. It also depends a lot on the electric rates in your area, and what type of heat your home is heated with, and how much insulation you have. These heaters are not miracle workers, but they are problem solvers for cold rooms, and if you use them correctly, they can help lower your bill. :-)
1895906
i didn't try it on a 24/7 basis. my suggestion is you can try to plug also with a surge protector so that it will protect you home.
1827126
I am using my heater for my home but it would work for in a commercial application as long as you follow the ratings and don't expect it to do too much like operating a commercial dishwasher or pot and pan sink where high volume is the norm.
194498
Yes. It does show current temp in home. To be accurate, it displays the current temp in the room where the unit is installed.
1239349
I don't have a bill to look at yet, but I bet its something like using an A/C alot. The little red part is a simple heater/fan with only two settings: on or off. Sorry can't give more info. I highly doubt the electricity cost comes close to the alternative, which I guess would be hiring a professional service to heat treat your things? And of course, I'd recommend wiping down, washing, or getting rid of anything you can, to keep the heat treating loads to a minimum.
491995
I am fairly sure it would do the job. if you follow the instructions, it won't run continuously, but will use the thermostate setting, on and off...saves the electric bill..and it is sooooooo quiet!!!
1292759
It will cost a lot if you are trying to heat a room with this on its own 24/7. I would have less concern over running this unit 24/7 due to being attached to the wall. Once it reaches set temp it runs on power save (500 watts) to maintain temp.
1707282
No. It will monitor the overall temperature of the house and call if it is below. In the case where the levels have no access to the level with the unit, it might make sense to have 2. I have three levels and my unit is on the first floor. A basement and bedrooms are easily monitored.
745578
Yes, it does have a usage function that will display recent usage. I no longer reside where I installed the thermostat so I don't recall the limitations. I think just day and week usage.
2267209
It will keep the room warm that it is operating in. It is safe for children and pets. This is a great unit. I use it in my great room. It keeps the main furnace from coming on as often which in turn keeps the gas bill lower. It will pay for itself this cold season.
1587442
yes , you can use it to check the temperature.but the one I bought just so happens it doesn't work at all.so the answer is No because this product is terrible.
122257
I haven't noticed a change in electric consumption on my electric bill, of that helps. I have no idea if my neighbors ate using this product but because everything needs to be synced, I assume that it wouldn't be much of a problem.
889880
I use a plug in programmable thermostat to control when the unit turns on and off as well as the room temp to be maintained while on. As some one stated as long as it is UV listed you should be okay.