Is it easy to use (turn on and off)? I am nervous about using propane, as this will be both our first times being responsible for a propane device.
244069
Yes just the puff when it ignites. Once the initial burnoff goes down its good from there.
244070
It was pretty easy, just didn't do much beyond warming the hands. If you are looking for more than that I'd say keep looking. Will not heat a tent.
244071
I have the manually lit one. You just turn the dial on the side, and hold the flame source near the top of the heater for several seconds until you see & hear the gas catch alight. It heats quite quickly and if you're unsure about whether it's alight as you don't see a flame burning, just hold your palm over the heater to see if it's warming up. To turn it off, just wind the dial back to the off postition.
244072
I've been using these for years. Some of mine are 10 years old. My preferred way of lighting them is to use a lighter with long end like the ones you use to light a fireplace or gas or charcoal grill. When it ignites it will do a "poof" and may scare you. I have used long kitchen matches without any burns but I prefer to use the lighter.
244073
It is very easy to use. Just like a propane burner except there is no flame. You will see that it is on as it is glowing just like a heater so no worries!
244074
yes, very easy. 1) turn on, 2)place lighter on top grill. this will ignite it and if it is too bright out, you can feel the heat if you do not see the glow. hope this helps.
244075
Haven't used it yet. But I would practice lighting it up outside first. Get some wooden kitchen matches...you can find them at supermarkets and Walmart stores...can't be that hard to use. Don't forget to leave a window open a bit if you are going to use it inside
244076
It's as easy as lighting a gas grill. Turn on the gas and just put your lighter up to the top. You will see a quick flash of a flame and you will be done.
271256
Yes it works great. Much easier using the larger propane tanks than the small canisters. To be on the cautious side I always turn the gas off at the tank when I am done grilling.
91543
Do you have any propane units at all that your using now?It's a great heater I would google it too...and see
1811750
You have to hold the gas control knob in for several minutes, really until you start smelling propane. Then ignite.
1537423
mine ran fine on propane for two weeks in a test environment, home before taking on trip. I did not see any problems with it on propane. might check on propane pressure, try another regulator.
515144
My water heater was older and only had propane. Now it has electric and gas, I can dual run them but most of the time I use electric now. Which woks well! It takes more time to heat the water shower it is easer than moving the gas tanks all of the time, and relighting the pilot light every time I went to camp. Hope this helps you. I totally recomend the unit.
1633579
when I got it it took about 20 minutes to put the wheels and handle on, hooked it up to a 20 lb propane tank and it turned over very easily. We had a localized power outage, I wheeled it out, hung a tarp to protect it from the rain, hooked it up to a propane tank, two pulls and it was going, no problems at all. Figure for 60 lbs propane per 24 hours of run time. Propane doesn't go bad, and a gasoline generator will use about 7 or 8 gallons of gas for 12 hours, so.....I am very happy with this generator.
17099
As long as the propane heater is self ignited you should be fine. I merely turns the power on and off to what ever is plugged into it.
1254437
It uses propane just like your grill. It uses very little fuel. I can get four 9 hours smokes out of a tank and still have some left over.. I love mine. The cabinet design and pull out shelves make it a breeze to use. Very well made except the lags are flimsy. You don't dare drag it as the legs will buckle. Lift to move.
1633575
Had mine for several months now, propane powered, so far so good, not one problem and starts by at least second pull. Gasoline version may vary. sorry i can't give you a better track record.
1802353
I use a propane tank with mine and never tried anyother way. I love this grill and use it all the time.
2275311
I haven't run my generator more than a few minutes as it has only recently been received. I do remember seeing 4 1/2 hours at approx. 1/2 load with a 20 lb tank. I've stocked up with a few extra tanks and figure I'm all set as I'd probably run it for a few hours at a time to keep heat, hot water, and refrigerators available as needed. The fact that propane doesn't go bad was an influence in the decision to buy a LP powered generator.
1045588
Hi, we use ours daily for showers, dishes, dog washes, clothes washing etc. Heavy use uses one bbq propane tank in 2.5 months, and this is for 3 people. Be sure to change out your batteries every other bbq tank exchange. There are 2 D batteries for igniting to keep it totally electricity free. This unit remains one of the best purchases we've made. This unit performs time and time again without fail. VERY HAPPY with it.
1218239
That is what it is designed to do ! The wires need to be connected to an on/off switch . In a yacht this switch is placed convenient to the stove and the stove cannot be lit until the switch is activated . As an extra precaution the switch will usually have a light that comes on when the switch is activated . This way you do not have to access the propane supply valve as the solenoid controls the flow of the LP gas and no propane can flow without the solenoid activated . It is a very necessary safety option at a reasonable price . Captain Dave Nicoll
1318620
Haven't tried it, but I'm sure that if you were to use a bbq type igniter it should be easy. I would put the flame of the igniter down by where the units igniter would spark, then turn on the gas (middle burner). Should light right up.
1250211
The cooker is very basic. I have run it on propane only. I would not hesitate to try nat gas if I had it.
1150338
I couldn't agree more with everything said below, 1. POS appliance. I bought two for xmas, one for husband and son, bot OTR truckers, both CONVENIENTLY quit working within 45 days of purchase. 2. they do not have a freezer, and 3. they do not take propane. I agree with NewCareer123 .... try an rv store. Good luck to you.