According to the specifications, this heater is 87 inches (7.25 ft). Would this heater be okay to put on a porch, below a deck that is 10 feet above it? Should I be concerned that the heat could be a hazard or create burn marks on the deck above? Thanks. According to the specifications, this heater is 87 inches (7.25 ft). Would this heater be okay to put on a porch, below a deck that is 10 feet above it? Should I be concerned that the heat could... » Read More According to the specifications, this heater is 87 inches (7.25 ft). Would this heater be okay to put on a porch, below a deck that is 10 feet above it? Should I be concerned that the heat could be a hazard or create burn marks on the deck above? Thanks. « Show Less
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You would need to contact the manufacturer, however if you have a clearance of 10 feet there should be no issue. The heater is around 7 feet tall, is the clearance 10 feet or 3 feet? There is no open flame, but a heck of a lot of heat coming off it.
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I must have gotten a defective model..Not much heat coming from mine..my tomatoes all were frost killed..also the wind blew it over even though we put heavy sandbags on the bave as per instructions
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I am not sure Jefferson. It has a can that the heater fits in. I assume it is a safe amount of heat if that is your concern. Otherwise there would specific warnings. If you really want to know specifics I would call the manufacturer at customer service. Good luck, Jeff
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I agree that the specs are confusing. In purchasing mine I went with the advice of several friends that owned similar heaters. they told me that theirs were heating approx. 2/3 of the sq. footage stated in the ads. I found this to be quite accurate. Other than that I am very pleased with my heater. Hope this helps!
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They do not recommend putting much other than the cloth cover over it.... Seems more on top less heat gets through. I suppose that would be okay but I would not wait to attest to that...I would not bury it but I cannot see a little hurting anything. See if you can contact the company. Awesome heater ...
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This summer we were camping at 8.500 feet elevation. I had installed a wave 6 heater in our 5th wheel trailer and it worked fine. We did not experience any problems with the heater. Obviously the higher the elevation, the less oxygen thus I am sure in some way the heater could be affected. I would think that would be true for "any" heater! Good luck with your heater, they are worth the money spent in my option.
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Depends on how near and exactly where I would say. The heat that comes out isn't like a heat gun but it is warm/hot. I wouldn't want to put it so it blows onto the TV but within a foot or so I would think is okay but you should follow the manufacturers guidlelines They do have recommendations as to distance from combustibles like drapes, electrical cords etc which is 3 feet. Here's a link to the user manual: http://www.sylvane.com/media/documents/products/heat-storm-deluxe-wall-heater-owners-manual.pdf
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I just got mine and either mine has a defect, or the information on here is incorrect. I use it to take the edge off of the cold house in the morning. I have it sitting on laminate wood flooring. After about 1 hour on high the floor in front of the heater is very hot to the touch. About as hot as you want to touch with your bare hand. If this was sitting on a canvas, nylon or poly tarp floor of a tent, I would be concerned. It does not get hot directly under the unit, but a foot or two in front of it the floor gets very hot.
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It is not U.L approved it is etc conforms to U.L std. 1278. This heater doesn't do what they said it would do. It's supposed too heat 1800 square ft. Not. Have to put it 2 feet away to warm my feet. Have two of theses heaters only a 900 square ft. House @ 25deg outside. inside 57 deg. Have to run two more heaters with them to keep my house warm
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i use it under a 9 x 11 gazebo on a ceramic tile floor and it gives out plenty of heat. no danger to fire and never runs out of gas like the propane models.
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I'm assuming it is a large open space and usually not well insulated. The heater is thermostatically controlled and would run constantly and burn itself out.
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I wouldn't put it under a deck...it's a heat pump and needs unobstructed top clearance. 20 feet seems a bit far. Mine is about 6 feet from my pump. Hayward has info on their website regarding clearances I'm sure. Seems like you can download the manual or installation guide.
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Of course you can never be too careful. Our porch is stone/concrete. I do not recall that the bottom gets hot (the base, I mean.) I think it's important that whatever you put it on not be flammable, AND that it be an even, steady place so it doesn't tip over. Good luck!
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My chair is 5 feet from front of heater. I have to keep it turned down low most of the time. Heats wonderfully.
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This heater is wonderful, my son wants to buy one! It is 9 1/2 inches wide and 10 inches tall. It could go under your desk if your desk is big underneath because this little heater kicks out a lot of heat on high, but I guess if you have it on low, it would be ok for under the desk, because high would be too much for your feet and legs. Any other questions I'd be glad to answer, so enjoy it!!
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Jan, you don't have to worry about that.It sits pretty high and its on wheels.This throws out the heat with a lot of force and you don't want to be to near it or you will roast.The opening for the heat is 13in to 15 inches from the floor and it fills a room with heat very quick.And heat rises so to be the most efecient its best to have a ceiling fan on low to spread the heat.I got a second one now and am heating the 1800sq ft house with them.Just had 10inches of snow and 15-20 degree temps and house stayed 70.Best heater ever .
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Susan,I just installed my today.I wish I could have a pic to show you. Since I bought this to replace an old Intertherm heater.I had to purchase an adapter plate to avoid re frame my wall.This unit has the fan case of about 3" deep this case have to go inside your frame.The pic that you see on Amazon will be on top of your wall. It is just a cover of the actual fan and heating. I will pass on to you the e-mail of the Steve. he is the Cadet technical help. He was very helpful to me prior I purchase It. selhart@cadetheat.comIt is a great unit. You will like It. Good luck.They make It in 110 volts and 220 volts.I got the 110 v because that is what I had before. Susan,I just installed my today.I wish I could have a pic to show you. Since I bought this to replace an old Intertherm heater.I had to purchase an adapter plate to avoid re frame my wall.This unit has the fan case of about 3" deep this case have to go inside your frame.The pic that you see on Amazon will be on top of your wall. It is just a cover of the actual fan and heating. I will pass on to you the e-mail of the Steve. he is the Cadet technical help. He was very helpful to me prior I purchase It. selhart@cadetheat.comIt is a great unit. You will like It.... » Read More Susan,I just installed my today.I wish I could have a pic to show you. Since I bought this to replace an old Intertherm heater.I had to purchase an adapter plate to avoid re frame my wall.This unit has the fan case of about 3" deep this case have to go inside your frame.The pic that you see on Amazon will be on top of your wall. It is just a cover of the actual fan and heating. I will pass on to you the e-mail of the Steve. he is the Cadet technical help. He was very helpful to me prior I purchase It. selhart@cadetheat.comIt is a great unit. You will like It. Good luck.They make It in 110 volts and 220 volts.I got the 110 v because that is what I had before. « Show Less
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A 10' heater is too much for that thermostat. It is supposed to work up to 2000watts and 8.33amps but it doesn't operate right for an 8' which is 2000watts. I tried to get Honeywell to help me but they couldn't be bothered. Specs say 250watts per foot for baseboard heat. I have several of these on 8' applications and I am stuck with them because of Honeywells lack of cooperation.