Product Description

Convection Heaters The Mr. Heater 270480 MH200CV heater is a convection heater with the warmth of the sun. Features: CSA Certified Heats approximately 4700 sq. feet Standing pilot for increased safety Piezo push button ignitor 10 ft. hose and regulator included Part number: MHRF270480

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #20404 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Brand: Mr. Heater
• Model: MH80CV

Features

• 30,000-80,000 Btu portable propane convection heater
• For construction sites, workshops, barns, etc.; heats up to 1,900 square feet
• 360-degree directional heat;
• Minimum 20-pound propane cylinder not included; 10-foot hose and regulator included
• Adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided; limited 1-year warranty

Amazon.com Product Description
The Mr. Heater MH80CV 30,000-80,000 Btu portable propane convection heater is ideal for heating large indoor spaces of up to 1,900 square feet. The convection design draws cold air up from the floor through propane burners then distributes warm air out through the top, giving you 360-degree directional heat. The unit features a piezo push-button igniter, adjustable heat output control (from 30,000-80,000 Btu), and an "Insta-Lock" system for easy, tool-free assembly. For safety, the heater shuts off with loss of flame, and the sturdy base keeps it upright. The included 10-foot hose connects to 20-pound (minimum required) propane cylinder. CSA Certified. One-year limited warranty.--Josh Dettweiler

What's in the Box
Heater, thermocouple, manual, operating instructions, regulator, 10-foot hose

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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Customer Reviews

Good for garage
Excellent heater for the price. If running in a small 2 car garage like I have you may want to crack a window every once in a while though.

This thing really heats
I'm using this for short periods of 1/2 to 1 hour a few times per day in a house that's being remodeled and is hard to keep warm in the winter. Since it's unvented, I don't run it for very long at a time and I never leave it alone while its heating. In the small house, it's amazing how fast it can heat up the house. My only reservation is, it really uses up the propane, but I guess that's to be expected. I open a couple of windows once a day and turn on an exhaust fan to be sure the air stays fresh.

Great garage heater for winter projects
This was a gift for my husband and he's used it at home and at our cabin to allow him to work on hobbies no matter what the weather. At home and at the cabin he's cracked the back/side door and garage doors and inch or two and worked on things from refurbishing a car, playing ping pong, throwing pottery and letting it dry, and just cleaning up the garage.

GREAT heater for the price and BTUs.