Gas Fired Radiant Heaters: Mr. Heater MH125LP Salamander 125,000-BTU Portable Propane Radiant Heater

Mr. Heater MH125LP Salamander 125,000-BTU Portable Propane Radiant Heater

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Features and Benefits:

Heater shuts down with loss of flame or if tipped over
Economical, efficient, and clean burning
Operates up to 17 hours from a 100 lb. propane tank
Rugged, durable steel construction requires no electricity
Simple hook-up; hose and regulator included

The MH125LP is a portable propane radiant heater that offers a fixed heat output of 125,000 BTU's. This heater has a piezo push-button ignitor, does not use a blower and requires no electricicty. The MH125LP provides instant heat that is economical, efficient and clean burning and has a heat pattern that covers a full 360-degrees around the heater. Heater automatically shuts down upon loss of flame. The hose and regulator are included for easy installation. This CSA certified heater will heat up to 3,000 square feet and comes with a limited one year warranty.

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Features and Benefits:

Heater shuts down with loss of flame or if tipped over
Economical, efficient, and clean burning
Operates up to 17 hours from a 100 lb. propane tank
Rugged, durable steel construction requires no electricity
Simple hook-up; hose and regulator included

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The Mr. Heater MH125LP 125,000 Btu portable propane radiant heater is perfect for large construction sites, workshops, and the like. MH125LP is a radiant heater, which means it directly heats objects instead of the surrounding air, and this model gives you 360 degrees of directional heat. You can get up to 17 hours of use from a 100-pound (minimum) propane cylinder. Hook-up is simple using the included hose and regulator, and handy jobsite features include a folding handle, transport wheels, and convenient piezo push-button igniter. Rugged steel construction means that this heater is going to last, too. CSA Certified. One-year limited warranty.--Josh Dettweiler

What's in the Box
Heater (knob control valve, filter/diffuser, orifice pilot, thermocouple, pilot burner, regulator , ignitor, piezo, axle with brackets, handle, wheel, valve supply tube, valve supply tube clamp, burner manifold, burner, hose assembly 12'), hose, regulator, owner's manual

Five Tips for Buying a Heater
Choosing a space heater is a matter of sifting through a bewildering array of types, power ratings, and fuel sources. Let's break it down a little to make the process easier.

What are the different types of space heaters?

Radiant heaters emit infrared radiation that directly warms the objects in front of the heaters (rather than the surrounding air). If you only need heat by a desk or in a small section of a room, a radiant heater is quiet and will use very little power.
Forced-air heaters use a fan to blow air that has been warmed by metal or ceramic heating elements. A forced-air heater is appropriate for quickly heating up a small- to medium-sized room, but can be noisy.
Convection heaters draw cold air from the floor; the air is warmed by heating coils and emitted from the top of the heater. A convection heater is appropriate for quickly heating up a small- to medium-sized room, but also can be noisy.
Radiators work by heating oil enclosed in a reservoir, gradually heating the surrounding air. If heating speed isn't an issue, you might want to opt for a radiator. These are extremely quiet and effective--perfect for bedrooms.

Should I buy an electric or a combustion model?
If you want a heater that will be available in emergencies, or that can heat areas larger than a single room, choose a "combustion" model--one that is powered by a gas or fuel like propane, kerosene, natural gas, or diesel. Which fuel type you choose depends largely on convenience and local availability. For example, diesel would be appropriate for a heater you take with you on long car trips.

How powerful a heater do I need?
Heaters are rated by BTU, which stands for British Thermal Unit (the amount of heat needed to heat one pound of water by 1 degree F). To find out how many BTU you need:

Calculate the volume of the space to be heated by multiplying square footage by height.
Multiply that number by 4 if your insulation is poor, 3 if it's average, or 2 if it's good.

The resulting number is a ballpark figure for how many BTU you'll need.

Do space heaters cost a lot to operate?
As a general rule, electric space heaters are more expensive to use than combustion models. To ensure energy efficiency, a thermostat is a must-have feature for any heater. For radiant heaters, models with a 360 degree heating surface can heat larger spaces. If you need a forced-air heater, models with ceramic elements tend to be more efficient.

Are space heaters a fire hazard?
Space heaters are implicated in about 25,000 residential fires every year. To ensure proper safety, always follow the manufacturer's usage instructions and fill out the warranty card to receive informational updates from the manufacturer. Also, look for extra safety features such as an automatic shutoff switch that can shut down the unit if, for example, it gets upended. In addition, choose a model where the heating element is adequately enclosed within the unit.

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