Mr. Heater MH500PT User Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER’S MANUAL

READ INSTRUCTIONS C AREFULLY: Read and follow all instructions. Place instructions

in a safe place for future reference. Do not allow anyone who has not read these
instructions to assemble, light, adjust or operate this tool.

Model #

MH500PT

Propane Torch

Model #MH500PT

MR. HEATER INC., 4560 W. 160TH ST., CLEVELAND, OHIO 44135 • 216-881-5500

04/03 Revision L1 #72615

FOR YOUR SAFETY!

If you smell gas:

- Shut off gas to the device.

- DO NOT try to light appliance.

- Extinguish any open flame.

- Check the device for leaks using soapy water.

- DO NOT attempt to relight the device until all leaks are repaired and there is no

gas smell.

DO NOT use this device in areas where gasoline or other
liquids having flammable vapors are stored or used.

Read and understand instructions before use!
Retain this information for future reference.

CAUTION:

This device is intended for outdoor use only.

NEVER direct torch flame toward hose or gas tank.
DO NOT leave torch unattended while in operation.
DO NOT stand or prop the torch on the burner end while in operation.
Always use the striker provided. Never use a match or lighter to ignite torch.
DO NOT apply heat or flame to tank to check for leaks or to increase gas pressure.
DO NOT lift tank by the valve.

When not in use the gas should be turned off at the LP gas tank(s).

CAUTION – In daylight, torch flame is barely visible.
DO NOT place hand or body part in the path of the flame while lighting or

operating torch.

This device is designed for vapor withdrawal from an LP gas tank(s) ONLY.

NOTE:

Place tank on level surface in an upright position.
Do not invert or lay tank on its side.

Gloves should be worn at all times when operating this device. Long sleeves, long
pants, and boots are recommended.

Have an ABC type fire extinguisher readily accessible to the job site.

THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA REQUIRES THE FOLLOWING WARNING:

WARNING:

Combustion by-products produced when using this product contain carbon monoxide,
a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects (or other
reproductive harm).

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FMH500PT-Parts List

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ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO.

1 ........................ Handle Assembly ........... 72601

2 ........................ Hose Assembly .............. 72602

3 ........................Striker ............................ 72603

When ordering repair parts, always furnish the following information:

1) Model Number

2) Part Number

3) Part Description

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CAUTION:

Use only genuine Mr. Heater replacement parts. Never substitute parts. Do not use
modified parts. When ordering replacement parts,use the part number located in these
instructions.

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