READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY: 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 the heater.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance. CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIRED ROOM HEATER
Plaque Heaters
MHVFRD20NGBT
(BLOWER INCLUDED)
MHVFRD20NGT
(BLOWER SOLD SEPARATE)
MHVFRD30NGBT
(BLOWER INCLUDED)
MHVFRD30NGT
(BLOWER SOLD SEPARATE)
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fi re or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
- Do not store or use gasoline or other fl ammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Shut off gas supply
• Do not try to light any appliance
• Do not touch an electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fi re department.
- Installation and service must be performed by a qualifi ed installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
Blue Flame Heaters
MHVFBF20NGBT
(BLOWER INCLUDED)
MHVFBF20NGT
(BLOWER SOLD SEPARATE)
MHVFBF30NGBT
(BLOWER INCLUDED)
MHVFBF30NGT
(BLOWER SOLD SEPARATE)
WARNING: This is an unvented gas-fi red heater. It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is installed.
Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided. Refer to Fresh Air for Combustion
and Ventilation section on page 4 of this manual.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property
damage. Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures. For assistance or additional
information consult a qualifi ed installer, service agency, or gas supplier.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited
by local codes. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not
convertible for use with any other gas.
MR. HEATER, INC., 4560 W. 160TH ST., CLEVELAND, OHIO 44135 · 800-251-0001
2016 - CB
WARNINGS
IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or
service this heater. Improper use of this heater can cause serious injury or death from burns, fi re, explosion,
electrical shock, and carbon monoxide poisoning.
WARNING: This appliance is equipped for natural
gas. Field conversion is not permitted.
WARNING: Do not use any accessory not
approved for use with this heater.
WARNING: Any change to this heater or its
controls can be dangerous.
• Do not place clothing or other fl ammable ma-
terial on or near the appliance.
• Due to high temperatures, heater should be
kept out of traffi c and away from furniture and
draperies.
• Surface of heater becomes very hot when
running. Keep children and adults away
from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing
ignition. Heater will remain hot for a time
after shutdown. Allow heater surfaces to cool
before handling.
• Young children should be carefully supervised
when they are in the same room with heater.
• Make sure grille guard is in place before
running heater. If screen or grille guard is
removed for servicing it must be replaced prior
to operating the heater.
• Keep the appliance area clear and free from
combustible materials, gasoline, and other
fl ammable vapors and liquids.
• Children and adults should be alerted to the
hazard of high surface temperature and should
stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition.
• Any safety screen or guard removed for
servicing an appliance must be replaced prior
to operating the heater
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SPECIFICATIONS
**Operating heater above elevations of 4,500 feet could cause pilot/ODS to shutdown heater.**
MHVFRD20TB /
MHVFRD20T NG
BTU (Available) 20,000 30,000 20,000 30,000
Type of Gas Natural Gas Only Natural Gas Only Natural Gas Only Natural Gas Only
Ignition Battery ignitor (1-AA) Battery ignitor (1-AA) Battery ignitor (1-AA) Battery ignitor (1-AA)
Pressure Regulator Setting 4.5 Inches of Water 4.5 Inches of Water 4.5 Inches of Water 4.5 Inches of Water
Inlet Gas Pressure (Maximum) 14 Inches of Water 14 Inches of Water 14 Inches of Water 14 Inches of Water
Inlet Gas Pressure (Minimum) 7 Inches of Water 7 Inches of Water 9 Inches of Water 9 Inches of Water
Electrical Rating /Blower
1. 20,000 or 30,00 BTU heater may not be installed
in a bedroom or bathroom, or any place where a
strong wind would shut down the appliance.
2. This heater needs outside ventilation air to run
properly. The Oxygen Depletion Sensor (ODS)
safety shutoff system shuts down the heater if not
enough fresh air is available. See Fresh Air for Combustion and Ventilation, pages 4 through 6.
WARNING: An unvented heater having an input
of more than 10,000 Btu/hr (2 931W) shall not be
installed in a bedroom or bathroom.
3. Keep all air openings in heater clear, free of debris
or any blockage. This will insure that enough air for
proper combustion enters the heater.
4. If heater shuts off, do not relight until you provide
fresh, outside air. If heater keeps shutting off, it
requires servicing.
5. Turn off and unplug heater and let cool before
servicing. Only a qualifi ed service person should
service and repair heater.
6. Do not run heater:
• Where fl ammable liquids or vapors are used or stored
• During dusty conditions.
7. Before using furniture polish, wax, carpet cleaner
or similar products, turn heater off. If heated the
vapors from these products may create a white
powder residue within burner box or on adjacent
walls or furniture.
8. Do not use heater if any part has been underwater.
Immediately call a qualifi ed service technician to
inspect the room heater and to replace any part of
the control system and any gas control which has
been underwater.
9. Operating heater above elevations of 4,500 feet
could cause pilot/ODS to shutdown heater.
10. Always run heater with control knob in a locked
position. Never set control knob between locked
positions. Poor combustion and higher levels of
carbon monoxide may result if control knob is left
between locked positions.
DANGER: Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to
death.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning:
Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble
the fl u, with headaches, dizziness, or nausea. If you
have these signs, the heater may not be working
properly. Get fresh air at once! Have heater serviced.
Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide
than others. These include pregnant women, persons
with heart or lung disease or anemia, those under the
infl uence of alcohol, and those at high altitudes.
Natural Gas:
Raw natural gas is odorless. An odor making agent is
added to natural gas, which helps you detect a natural
gas leak. However the odor added to natural gas can
fade. So natural gas may be present even though no
odor is detected. Make certain you read and understand
all warnings. Keep this manual for reference. It is your
guide to safe and proper operation of this heater.
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Product Features
Fan Blower
Switch
(located on back of
heater)
Burners
Ignitor Button
Control Knob
FRESH AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND
VENTILATION
WARNING: This heater shall not be installed in
a confi ned space or unusually tight construction
unless provisions are provided for adequate
combustion and ventilation air. Read the following
instructions to insure proper fresh air for this and
other fuel-burning appliances in your home.
Grill
Heater
Cabinet
Front Panel
*Blower not included on all units
Figure 1
SAFETY DEVICE
This heater has a pilot with an Oxygen Depletion Sensor (ODS) safety shut off system. The ODS/pilot shuts
off the heater if there is not enough fresh air.
IGNITION SYSTEM / BATTERY INSTALLATION
– The heater is equipped with an electronic manual
ignitor. This system requires no matches, or other
source to light heater, but does require one AA battery
to operate ignitor. (AA Battery included).
To install or replace battery unscrew the ignitor cap
(red button), insert battery positive (+) terminal up
and replace cap.
(AA Battery included)
THERMOSTATIC CONTROL
These heaters have a control valve with a thermostat
sensing bulb. This results in the greatest heater comfort
and may result in lower bills.
BLOWER FAN CONTROL SWITCH OPERATION
On models equipped with an electrical blower. The blower
switch has three positions: MANUAL, OFF and AUT O. In
AUTO, the blower will turn on and off as the heater cycles
on and off. On MANUAL, the blower will run continuously.
To turn blower off, use the OFF position.
LOCAL CODES
Install and use heater with care.
Installation must conform to local codes or in the ab-
sences of local codes, use the latest edition of National
Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.
UNPACKING
1. Remove heater from carton.
2. Remove all protective packaging applied to
heater for shipment.
3. Check heater for any shipping damage. If
heater is damaged, promptly inform dealer
where you bought heater.
EST ABLISHING ADEQUATE VENTILATION
The following are excerpts from National Fuel Gas
Code, NFPA 54/ ANSI Z223.1, Section 5.3, Air for
Combustion and Ventilation. All spaces in homes fall
into one of the three following ventilation classifi cations:
1. Unusually Tight Construction
2. Unconfi ned Space
3. Confi ned Space
This heater must not be installed in a confi ned space or
unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air. The
information on pages 4 through 6 will help you classify
your space and provide adequate ventilation.
Unusually Tight Construction
If your home meets all of the three following criteria you
must provide additional fresh air. See V entilation Air from Outdoors, page 6.
Unusually tight construction is defi ned as construction
where:
a. Walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmo-
sphere have a continuous water vapor retarder with
a rating of one perm (6 x 10
-11
kg per pa-sec-m2) or
less with openings gasketed or sealed and
b. Weather stripping has been added on operable
windows and doors, and
c. Caulking or sealants are applied to areas such
as joints around windows and door frames,
between wall-ceiling joints, between wall panels, at
penetrations for plumbing, electrical, and gas lines,
and at other openings.
If your home does not meet all of the three criteria
above, see Determine the Type of Heater Location Space, page 5.
Confi ned Space and Unconfi ned Space
The National Fuel Gas Code, NFPA 54/ ANSI Z223.1
defi nes a confi ned space as a space whose volume is
less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour (4.8 m3
per kW) of the aggregate input rating of all appliances
installed in that space, and an unconfi ned space as a
space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per
1,000 Btu per hour (4.8 m3 per kW) of the aggregate
input rating of all appliances installed in that space.
Rooms communicating directly with the space in which
the appliances are installed*, through openings not
furnished with doors, are considered a part of the
unconfi ned space.
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*Adjoining rooms are communication only if there
are odorless passageways or ventilation grills between them.
DETERMINING THE TYPE OF HEATER
LOCATION SPACE:
Use this method to determine if you have a confi ned or
unconfi ned space.
Note: the space includes the room in which you
install heater plus any adjoining rooms with doorless
passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms.
1. Find the volume of the space by multiplying room
length x width x height.
Example: Space size 18ft (length) x 18ft. (width) x 8ft.
(height) = 2592
If additional ventilation to adjoining room is supplied
with grills or openings, add the volume of these rooms
to the total volume of the space.
2. Divide the space volume by 50 cubic feet to deter-
mine the maximum Btu/hr the space can support.
Example: 2592 cu.ft. (volume of space) / 50 cu.ft. =
51.8 or 51,800 (maximum Btu/hr the space
can support)
WARNING: This heater shall not be installed in a
room or space unless the required volume of indoor
combustion air is provided by the method described
in the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA
54, the International Fuel Gas Code, or applicable
local codes.
3. Add the Btu/hr of all the fuel-burning appliances
in the space such as, Vent–free heater, Gas water
heater, Gas furnace, Vented gas heater, Gas
fi replace logs, and Other gas appliances*
*Do not include direct-vent gas appliances. Directvent draws combustion air from the outdoors and
vents to the outdoors.
Example: Gas water heater 40,000 Btu/hr
Vent Free Heater + 20,000 Btu/hr
Total =60,000 Btu/hr
4. Compare the maximum Btu/hr the space can support
with the actual amount of Btu/hr used.
Example: 51,800 Btu/hr (maximum Btu/hr the
space can support)
60,000 Btu/hr (Actual amount of Btu/hr
used)
The space in the above example is a confi ned
space because the actual Btu/hr used is more than
the maximum Btu/hr the space can support.
You must provide additional fresh air. Your options
are as follows:
A. Rework worksheet, and the space of an adjoining
room. If the extra space provides an unconfi ned
space, remove door to adjoining room or add ventilation grills between the rooms. See Ventilation Air
From Inside Building (Figure 2).
B. Vent room directly to the outdoors. See Ventilation
Air From Outdoors (Figure 3).
C. Install a lower Btu/hr heater if lower Btu/hr size
makes room unconfi ned.
If actual Btu/hr used is less than the maximum Btu/
hr the space can support, the space is an unconfi ned space. You will need no additional fresh air
ventilation.
VENTILA TION AIR
Ventilation from Inside Building
This fresh air would come from an adjoining unconfi ned
space. When ventilation to an adjoining unconfi ned
space, you must provide two permanent openings: one
within 12” of the ceiling and one within 12” of the fl oor
on the wall connecting the two spaces (see options 1
& 2 of fi g. 2). You can also remove door into adjoin-
ing room (see option3, fi g 2). Follow the National Fuel
Gas Code NFPA 54/ ANSI Z223.1, Section 5.3, Air for
Combustion and Ventilation for required size of ventilation grills or ducts.
Figure 2.
12”
Ventilation
Gills into
Adjoining
Room Option 1
OUTLET AIR
OUTLET
AIR
INLET
AIR
Or remove
door into
Adjoining
Room Option 3
Ventilation Gills into
Adjoining Room - Option 2
12”
VENTILATION AIR
VENTILATED
ATTIC
TO A TTIC
TO CRAWL
SPACE
VENTILATION CRAWL SPACE
Figure 3.
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WARNING: Rework worksheet, adding the space
of the adjoining unconfi ned space. The combined
space must have enough fresh air to supply all appliance in both spaces.
Ventilation from Outdoors
If necessary provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts. Connect these items directly to the
outdoors or spaces open to the outdoors. These include
attics* and crawl spaces. Follow the National Fuel Gas
Code NFPA 54/ ANSI Z223.1, Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required size of ventilation
grills or ducts.
*IMPORTANT: Do not provide openings for inlet or
outlet into attic. If attic has a thermostat-controlled
power vent, heated air entering the attic will activate
the power vent.
IMPORTANT: Vent-free heaters add moisture to
the air. Although this is benefi cial, installing heater
in rooms without enough ventilation air may cause
mildew to form from too much moisture. See Fresh
Air for Combustion and Ventilation, pages 4 through
6.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: Any change to this heater or its
controls can be dangerous.
NOTICE: This appliance is intended for supplemental
heating. Use this heater along with your primary heating
system. Do not install this heater as your primary heat
source. If you have a central heating system, you may
run system’s circulating blower while using heater. This
will help circulate the heat throughout the house. In the
event of a power outage, you can use this heater as
your primary heat source for the duration of the outage.
WARNING: A qualifi ed service person must install
heater. Follow all local codes.
CHECK GAS TYPE
Use only natural gas. If your gas supply is not natural
gas, do not install heater. Call dealer where you bought
heater for proper type heater.
THIS INSTALLATION REQUIRES:
Before installing heater, make sure you have the items
listed below:
• Piping (check local codes)
• Sealant (resistant to natural gas)
• Equipment shutoff valve*
*A CSA/AGA certifi ed equipment shutoff valve with
1/8” NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge
connection. Purchase a CSA/AGA certifi ed equipment
shutoff valve from your dealer .
LOCATING HEATER
This heater is designed to be mounted on the wall. The
heater can also be located on a non-combustible fl oor,
away from a wall by using the fl oor mounting stands in-
cluded with the heater. If installed on combustible fl oor-
ing such as carpeting, tile or other combustible material
other than wood fl ooring, the heater must be placed on
a wood panel the full width and depth of the appliance.
For convenience and effi ciency, install the heater:
• Where there is easy access for operation,
inspection, and service
• In the coldest part of the room.
• If planning to use fan, locate heater near an
electrical outlet.
CAUTION: If you install the heater in a home garage:
Heater pilot and burner must be at least 18 inches
above fl oor . Locate heater where moving vehicle will
not hit it.
CAUTION: This heater creates warm air currents.
These currents move heat to wall surfaces next to
heater. Installing heater next to vinyl or cloth wall
covering or operating heater where impurities (such
as tobacco smoke, aromatic candles, cleaning fl uids,
oil or kerosene lamps, etc.) are present in the air may
discolor walls.
WARNING: Never install the heater:
• In a bedroom (RD20NGT, RD30NGT,
BF20NGT or BF30NGT)
• In a recreational vehicle ·.
• Where curtains, furniture, clothing, or other
fl ammable objects are less than 36 inches from
the front, top, or sides of the heater.
• As a fi replace insert
• In high-traffi c areas
• In windy or drafty areas
WARNING: Heater must be mounted to maintain
the minimum clearances shown in Figure 4. If
possible, provide greater clearances from the fl oor,
ceiling, and joining walls.
• Ground joint union
• Test gauge connection*
• Sediment trap
• Tee joint
• Pipe wrench
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Attaching to Wall Stud:
This way is the best providing the strongest mounting in
wood frame houses.
10” (254cm)
from sides
Left
Side
Floor
3” min. to top surface of carpet, tile
or other combustible material
36” min. from
ceiling
Right
Side
Figure 4
FASTENING HEATER TO WALL
Mounting Bracket
The mounting bracket in located on the back panel
of heater (see fi gure 5). It has been taped there for
shipping. Remove mounting bracket from back panel.
Attaching to Wall Anchor:
This way allows you to attach mounting bracket to hollow walls (wall areas between studs) or to solid walls
(concrete or masonry).
Decide which way best suits your needs. Either method
will provide a secure hold for the mounting bracket.
1. Tape mounting bracket to wall where heater
will be located. Make sure mounting bracket is
level. For wall stud mounting locate one end of
the mounting bracket over a wall stud.
WARNING: Maintain minimum clearances shown in
fi gure 7. If you can, provide greater clearances from
the fl oor and joining wall.
2. Mark screw locations on wall (see fi gure 7).
3. Remove tape and mount bracket from wall.
SEE CLEARANCE
SPECIFICATIONS ON PG. 3
16” (Lg)
12-9/64” (Sm)
Adjoining Wall
Mark mounting hole locations
and drill holes where indicated.
Allow for minimum clearances
18” Min.
Mounting
Bracket
Figure 5
Removing Front Panel of Heater
1. Remove (4) screws total there are (2) screws
on either side of the heater (Figure 6).
2. Pull the front panel and back panel apart.
(2) Screws
(2) Screws
Figure 6
Attaching Mounting Bracket to Wall
Use holes on each end of mounting bracket to attach
bracket to wall. These holes are 16 inches apart. Attach
mounting bracket to wall in one of two following ways.
1. Attach to wall studs
2. Attach to wall anchor
Unvented Natural Gas Vent Free Room Heaters
Figure 7
Attaching to Wall Stud:
For attaching mounting bracket to wall studs
1. Drill holes at marked locations using 9/64” drill
bit.
2. Place mounting bracket onto wall. Line up
holes on each end of bracket with hole drilled in
wall.
3. Insert mounting screws through bracket and
into wall studs.
4. Tighten screws until mounting bracket is fi rmly
fastened to wall studs.
Attaching to Wall using Anchor:
For attaching mounting bracket to hollow walls (wall areas between studs) or solid walls (concrete or masonry)
Note: Wall anchors, mounting screws, and spacer
are in hardware package. The hardware package is
provided with heater.
1. Drill holes at marked locations using 5/16” drill
bit. For solid walls (concrete or masonry), drill
at least 1” deep.
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2. Fold wall anchor as shown in fi gure 8 below.
Figure 8.
3. Insert wall anchor (wings fi rst) into hole. Tap
anchor fl ush to wall.
4. For thin walls (1/2” or less) insert red key into
wall anchor.
5. Place mounting bracket onto wall. Line up
holes on each end of bracket with wall anchors.
6. Insert mounting screws through bracket and
into wall anchors.
7. Tighten screws until mounting bracket is fi rmly
fastened to wall.
Placing Heater on Mounting Bracket
1. Locate two horizontal slots on back pane of
heater (see fi gure 9).
2. Place heater onto mounting bracket. Slide
horizontal slots onto stand-out tabs on
mounting bracket.
stud, drill holes at marked locations using 9/64”
drill bit.
5. Re-place heater onto mounting bracket.
6. Place spacers between bottom mounting holes
and wall anchor or drilled hole.
7. Hold spacer in place with one hand. With the
other hand, insert mounting screw through
bottom mounting hole and spacer. Place tip of
screw in opening of wall anchor or drilled hole.
8. Tighten both screws until heater is fi rmly
secured to wall. Do not over tighten.
Note: Do not re-place front panel at this time. Replace front panel after making gas connections and
checking for leaks.
FLOOR MOUNTING AWAY FROM WALL:
Installing Support Feet (see fi gure 11)
Horizontal Slots
Mounting Bracket
mounted to wall
Figure 9.
Installing Bottom Mounting Screws
1. Locate two bottom mounting holes. These
holes are near bottom on back panel of heater
(see fi gure 10).
Screw
hole
Figure 10
2. Mark screws locations on wall.
3. Remove heater from mounting bracket.
4. If installing bottom mounting screw into hollow
or solid wall, install wall anchors. Follow steps 1
through 4 under Attaching to Wall using Anchor.
If installing bottom mounting screw into wall
Screw
hole
Figure 11
1. Lay heater onto table on its back with bottom
edge overhanging table edge.
2. Securely attach feet to bottom of heater using
2 – self-tapping screws each.
Note: Feet should have long end going out the
front of heater, and the edge coinciding with side of
heater. If feet overhang side of the heater, switch
leg location.
3. Place heater on non-combustible surface (see
Locating Heater above) before proceeding with
gas connection. If this will be a permanent location, heater may be locked into position using
anchoring holes in mounting feet.
Note: Use of fl oor mounting feet will require you to
use a 3/8 NPT street elbow to make gas connection.
CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY
WARNING: A qualifi ed service person must con-
nect heater to gas supply. Follow all local codes.
WARNING: This appliance requires a 3/8” NPT
(National Pipe Thread) inlet connection to the
pressure regulator. Use of fl oor mounting feet will
require you to use a 3/8 NPT street elbow to make
gas connection.
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CAUTION: Never connect heater to private (nonutility) gas well. This gas is commonly known as wellhead gas.
IMPORTANT: Check your gas line pressure before
connecting heater to gas line. Gas line pressure
must be no greater than 14 inches of water. If gas
line pressure is higher, heater regulator damage
could occur.
CAUTION: Use only new black iron or steel pipe.
Internally-tinned copper tubing may be used in certain
areas. Check your local codes. Use pipe of larger
enough diameter to allow proper gas volume to heater.
If pipe is too small, undue loss of pressure will occur.
Installation must include an equipment shutoff valve,
union and plugged 1/8” NPT tap. Locate NPT tap within
reach of test gauge hookup. NPT tap must be upstream
from heater (see fi gure 12).
Pressure
Regulator
3/8” NPT Pipe Nipple
Ground Joint Union
Equipment
Shutoff Valve
From Gas Meter
(4” W.C. to 10.5”
W.C. Pressure)
Tee Joint
Tee Joint
Pipe Nipple
Cap
3” Minimum
Heater
Cabinet
Test Gauge
Connection
Reducer Bushing
to 1/8” NPT
1/8” NPT Plug Tap
Sediment
Trap
Figure 12
*A CSA/AGA certifi ed equipment shutoff valve with 1/8”
NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection. Purchase the CSA/AGA certifi ed equipment
shutoff valve from your dealer . See Accessories, page 17.
IMPORTANT: Install an equipment shutoff valve in an
accessible location. The equipment shutoff valve is for
turning on or shutting off the gas to the appliance.
Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male threads. This will
prevent excess sealant from going into pipe. Excess
sealant in pipe could result in clogged heater fuel train.
CAUTION: Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant to
natural gas.
Install sediment trap in supply line as shown in fi gure
12. Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for
cleaning. A sediment trap traps moisture and contaminants. This keeps them from going into heater. If
sediment trap is not installed or is installed improperly,
heater may not run correctly.
IMPORTANT: Hold pressure regulator with wrench
when connecting it to gas piping and/or fi ttings.
CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS
WARNING: Test all gas piping and connections for
leaks after installing or servicing. Correct all leaks
at once.
WARNING: Never use an open fl ame to check for
a gas leak. Apply a mixture of liquid soap and water
to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak. Correct
all leaks at once.
PRESSURE TESTING GAS SUPPLY PIPING
SYSTEM
Test pressure in Excess of ½ psig (3.5kPa)
1. The appliance and its appliance main gas valve
must be disconnected from the gas supply
piping system during any pressure testing of
that system at test pressures in excess of ½
psi (3.5 kPa). The appliance must be isolated
from the gas supply piping system by closing
its equipment shutoff valve during any pressure
testing of the gas supply piping system at test
pressures equal to or less than ½ psi (3.5
kPa).2. Cap off open end of gas pipe where
equipment shutoff valve was connected.
3. Pressurize supply piping system by either using
compressed air or opening main gas valve on
or near gas meter.
4. Check all connections and joints in gas supply
piping system. Apply mixture of liquid soap and
water to gas joints. Bubbles forming show a
leak.
5. Correct all leaks at once.
6. Depressurize and relieve pressure in supply
piping system.
7. Reconnect heater and equipment shutoff valve
to gas supply.
8. Reconnected fi ttings must be checked for leaks
in next section.
Test Pressure Equal T o or Less Than ½ psig (3.5 kPa)
1. Close equipment shutoff valve (see fi gure 13).
2. Pressurize supply piping system by either using
compressed air or opening main gas valve on
or near gas meter.
3. Check all joints from the gas meter to equip-
ment shutoff valve (see fi gure 14). Apply
mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints.
Bubbles forming show a leak.
4. Correct all leaks at once.
5. Depressurize and relieve pressure from supply
piping system.
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Pressure Testing Heater Gas Connections:
1. Make sure that the heater supply piping system
is connected and has been leak tested as
described above.
2. Make sure control knob of heater is in OFF
position.
3. Open equipment shutoff valve (see fi gure 13).
4. Open main gas valve on or near gas meter.
5. Check all joints from equipment shutoff valve
to control valve (see fi gure 14). Apply mixture
of liquid soap and water to gas joints. Bubbles
forming show a leak.
6. Correct all leaks at once.
7. Light heater (see Operating Your Heater, pages
10 and 11. Check the rest of the internal joints
for leaks.
8. Turn off heater (see To Turn OFF Gas to Appliance, page 11.
9. Replace lower front panel.
Open
Equipment
Shutoff Valve
Closed
Caution: Label all wires prior to
disconnection when
servicing controls.
Wiring errors can cause
improper and dangerous
operation. Verify proper
operation after servicing.
Figure 15
ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAM:
If any original wiring as supplied with the heater must
be replaced, it must be replaced with type AWG 105oC
wire or its equivalent except as indicated.
WARNING: Electrical Grounding Instructions: This
heater is equipped with a three-prong (grounding)
plug for your protection against shock hazard and
should be plugged into a properly grounded threeprong receptacle.
To gas meter
Figure 13
Control Valve
Equipment
Shutoff Valve
Figure 14
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OPERA TING YOUR HEATER
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions
exactly, a fi re or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted
by pushing the ignitor button. When lighting the
pilot, follow these instructions exactly.
B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the
appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to
the fl oor because some gas is heavier than air
and will settle on the fl oor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use
any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions.
• If you can not reach your gas supplier, call the
fi re department.
C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas
control knob. Never use tools. If knob will not
push in or turn by hand, don’t try to repair it call
a qualifi ed service technician or gas supplier.
Force or attempted repair may result in a fi re or
explosion.
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D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been
underwater. Immediately call a qualifi ed service
technician to inspect the appliance and to
replace any part of the control system which
has been underwater.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. STOP! Read the all safety information included
with and on the side of heater.
2. Turn off all electric power to the appliance and
make sure the equipment shutoff valve is fully open.
3. Push in gas control knob and slightly turn clockwise to the OFF position (see fi gure 16).
4. Wait fi ve (5) minutes to clear out any gas.
Then smell for gas including near the fl oor. If
you smell gas, STOP! Follow “B” in the safety
information above. If you do not smell gas, go
to the next step.
5. Push in and turn control knob counterclockwise
to PILOT. Press in control knob for fi ve
(5) seconds.
Note: The fi rst time that the heater is operated after
connecting the gas supply, the control knob should
be depressed for about 30 seconds. This will allow
air to bleed from the gas system. This may take
longer in some installations
Ignitor Button
Control Knob
THERMOSTAT CONTROL OPERATION
FOR IR20NGT / IR30NGT: The thermostatic control
used simply turns on and off the burner.
FOR BF20NGT / BF30NGT: The thermostatic control
used modulates the fl ame size as the temperature gets
closer to set point, then it turns off the burner upon
reaching temperature.
The burner will cycle back on when room temperature
drops below the set temperature. The control knob can
be set to any heat level between 1 and 5. Selecting the
HI setting will cause the burner to remain on.
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
SHUTTING OFF HEATER
1. Turn control knob clockwise to the OFF
position.
2. Turn off all electrical power to the appliance if
servicing is to be preformed.
3. Turn off equipment shutoff valve.
SHUTTING OFF BURNER ONLY (PILOT STAYS LIT)
1. Turn control knob clockwise to the
PILOT/IGN position.
INSPECTING BURNER
Check pilot fl ame pattern and burner fl ame pattern
often.
PILOT FLAME PATTERN
Figure 17 shows a correct pilot fl ame pattern and an
incorrect pilot fl ame pattern. The incorrect pilot fl ame
pattern is not touching thermocouple. This will cause
the thermocouple to cool. When the thermocouple
cools, the heater will shut down. If pilot fl ame pattern is
incorrect, as shown in Figure 17:
Figure 16.
6. With control knob pressed in, push down and
release the ignition button. This will light pilot. If
needed keep pressing igniter button until pilot
lights.
7. Keep control knob pressed in for (30) seconds
after lighting pilot. After 30 seconds, release
control knob.
• If pilot does not stay lit, refer to Troubleshoot-
ing, pages 14 & 15. Also, contact a qualifi ed
service person of gas supplier for repairs.
• If control knob does not pop up when released,
contact a qualifi ed service person or gas
supplier for repairs.
8. When the pilot is lit, turn control knob
counterclockwise to heating level. The
main burner should light.
9. To select the desired heat level, turn the
temperature setting knob counterclockwise
to between 1 & 5.
Unvented Natural Gas Vent Free Room Heaters
• Turn heater off (see To Turn OFF Gas to
Appliance, above.
• See Troubleshooting, pages 14-15.
Correct pilot position.
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Incorrect pilot position.
Figure 17
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before
servicing.
CAUTION: You must keep control areas, burner
and circulation air passageways of heater clean.
Inspect these areas of heater before use. Have
the heater inspected yearly by a qualifi ed service
person. Heater may need more frequent cleaning
due to excess lent from carpeting, bedding material,
pet hair, etc.
Make sure grille guard is in place before running
heater. If screen or grille guard is removed for
servicing it must be replaced prior to operating the
heater.
WARNING: Failure to keep the primary air
opening(s) of the burner(s) clean may result in
sooting and property damage.
CLEANING ODS/PILOT AND BURNER
• Use as vacuum cleaner, pressurized air or
small soft bristled brush to clean.
CLEANING BURNER PILOT AIR HOLE INLET
We recommend that you clean the unit ever 2,500
hours of operation or every three months. We also
recommend that you keep the burner tube and pilot
assembly clean and free of dust and dirt. To clean these
parts we recommend using compressed air no greater
than 30 psig.
This can be done by using a vacuum cleaner in the
blow position, using compressed air in a can, please
follow the directions on the can. If you don’t follow
directions on the can you could damage the burner or
pilot assembly. In addition, the directions that follow
should also be followed.
1. Shut off the unit, including the pilot. Allow the
unit to cool for at least thirty minutes.
2. Inspect burner and pilot for dust and dirt.
3. Blow air through the port/slots and holes in the
burner.
A yellow tip on the pilot fl ame indicates dust and dirt in
the pilot assembly. To clean the pilot assembly fi nd the
small pilot air inlet hole about two inches from where
the pilot fl ame comes out of the pilot assembly (see fi gure 18). With the unit off, lightly blow air through the
air inlet hole. You may blow through a drinking straw if
compressed air is not available.
CLEANING HEATER CABINET
Air passageways
• Use a vacuum cleaner or pressurized air to
clean
Exterior
• Use a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap
and water mixture. Wipe the cabinet to remove
dust.
Pilot Air Inlet Hole
Pilot Assembly
Figure 18
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TROUBLESHOOTING
NOTE: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation and likely occurrence.
WARNING: Only a qualifi ed service person should service and repair heater.
CAUTION: Never use a wire needle, or similar object to clean ODS/pilot. This can damage ODS/pilot unit.
Make sure grille guard is in place before running heater. If screen or grille guard is removed for servicing it must be
replaced prior to operating the heater.
WARNING: If you smell gas:
• Shut off gas supply
• Do not try to light any appliance
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building
• Immediately call you gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fi re department.
IMPORTANT: Operating heater where impurities in air exist may create odors. Cleaning supplies, paint, paint remover, cigarette smoke, cements and glues, new carpet or textiles, etc., create fumes. These fumes may mix with combustion air and create odors and possible discoloration of walls and ceilings.
OBSERVED SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSEREMEDY
When ignitor button is pressed in, there is
no spark at pilot
ODS/pilot lights but fl ame goes out when
control knob is released
When ignitor button is pressed in, there is
a spark at the ODS/pilot but no ignition
1. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong.
2. Ignitor electrode is broken.
3. Ignitor electrode not connected to
ignitor.
4. Ignitor cable pinched or wet.
5. Broken ignitor cable.
6. Bad Piezo ignitor.
7. Low Battery.
1. Gas supply turned off or equipment
shutoff valve closed.
2. Control knob not fully pressed in while
pressing ignition button.
3. Air in gas line when installed.
4. ODS/pilot is clogged.
5. Gas regulator setting is not correct
6. Control knob not in pilot position
7. Thermocouple connection loose at
control valve
8. Pilot fl ame not touching thermocouple,
which allows thermocouple to cool,
causing pilot fl ame to go out. This
problem could be caused by one or
both of the following:
a. Low gas pressure
b. Dirty or partially clogged ODS/pilot
1. Control knob not fully pressed in.
2. Control knob not pressed in long
enough
3. Equipment shutoff valve not fully open
4. Thermocouple damaged
5. Control valve damaged
1. Reposition electrode
2. Replace electrode
3. Reconnect ignitor cable
4. Free ignitor cable if pinched by any
metal or tubing. Keep ignitor cable dry.
5. Replace ignitor cable
6. Replace control valve
7. Replace battery
1. Turn on gas supply turn off or open
equipment shutoff valve closed
2. Fully press in control knob while pressing ignition button
3. Continue holding down control knob.
Repeat ignition operation until air is
removed.
4. Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and
Maintenance pages 11 and 12).
5. Replace gas regulator
6. Turn Control knob to pilot position
1. Press in control knob fully
2. After ODS/pilot lights, keep control
knob pressed in for 30 seconds
3. Fully open equipment shutoff valve
4. Hand tighten thermocouple nut until
snug, and then tighten 1/4 turn more.
5. -
a. Contact local gas company
b. Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and
Maintenance, pages 11 and 12).
6. Replace thermocouple
7. Replace Control valve.
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Burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit1. Burner orifi ce is clogged
2. Burner orifi ce diameter to small
3. Inlet gas pressure is too low
Delayed ignition of burner1. Manifold pressure is too low
2. Burner orifi ce is clogged
1. Clean burner orifi ce (see Cleaning and
Maintenance on pages 11 and 12), or
replace burner orifi ce
2. Replace burner orifi ce
3. Contact local gas company
1. Contact local gas company
2. Clean burner orifi ce (see Cleaning and
Maintenance on pages 11 and 12), or
replace burner orifi ce
Burner backfi ring during operation1. Burner orifi ce is clogged or damaged
2. Burner damaged
3. Gas regulator defective
Burner plaque(s) does not glow [Infrared
Only]
1. Plaque damaged
2. Control knob set between locked positions.
3. Inlet gas pressure is too low
Slight smoke or odor during initial opera-
1. Residues from manufacturing process1. Problem will stop after a few hours of
tion
Heater produces a whistling noise when
burner is lit
1. Turning control knob to HI position
when burner is cold
2. Air in gas line
3. Air passageways on heater blocked
4. Dirty or partially clogged burner orifi ce.
White powder residue forming within
burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture
1. When heated, vapors from furniture
polish, wax, carpet cleaners, etc., turn
into white powder residue
1580070Burner Right Bracket1**70342Hardware Kit (not shown)
WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifi cally approved with this heater
may result in property damage or personal injury.
1580069Burner Right Bracket1**70342Hardware Kit (not shown)
WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifi cally approved with this heater
may result in property damage or personal injury.
WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifi cally approved with this heater
may result in property damage or personal injury.
WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifi cally approved with this heater
may result in property damage or personal injury.
1
Blower not
included on all
units
25
20
19
21
22
24
3
23
15
14
13
12
11
10
6
5
4
9
8
7
16
18
17
2
1
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER’S MANUAL
READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY: 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 the heater.
WARNING:
USE ONLY MANUFACTURERÊS REPLACEMENT PARTS. USE OF ANY OTHER PARTS
COULD CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH. REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE
DIRECT FROM THE FACTORY AND MUST BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE
AGENCY.
REPLACEMENT PARTS ORDERING INFORMATION:
PURCHASING: Accessories may be purchased at any Mr. Heater local dealer or
Our office hours are 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, EST, Monday through Friday.
Please include the model number, date of purchase, and description of problem in
all communication.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Mr. Heater, Inc. warrants its heaters and accessories to be free from defects in
material and workmanship for a period of 1 year from date of purchase. Mr. Heater,
Inc. will repair or replace this product free of charge if it has been proven to be
defective within the 1-year period, and is returned at customer expense with proof
of purchase to Mr. Heater, Inc. within the warranty period.
Mr. Heater, Inc. reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice or
obligation, in colors, specifications, accessories, materials and models.
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