Instructions for Propane Heaters

Propane heaters are useful and convenient and can be used for household or industrial purposes. The use of propane heaters increases during the winter, as many people use them to keep the house warm. They are also increasingly popular for heating patios and other outdoor areas. As with any other gas appliance, follow manufacturer instructions when using propane heaters. Otherwise, carbon monoxide poisoning and other serious consequences can result. Make sure you have adequate ventilation and working carbon monoxide detectors in the home.

• 1

  Open the gas cylinder valve for your propane heater. Turn the control knob partway between the symbols for the small flame and the large flame.

• 2

  Press the big red control knob on your propane heater repeatedly until you see the main burner ignite. Continue to hold and press the control knob for 30 seconds more, then release it.

• 3

  Turn the control knob clockwise to increase the flame. Turn it counterclockwise if you want to decrease the flame.

• 4

  Press and turn the control knob counterclockwise all the way to the "off" position when you are finished using your propane heater. Turn off and close the gas cylinder valve.