Mr. Heater

[Fisherpete]

Anyone else frustrated with theirs? I find mine constantly going out, every bump or slight breeze in the portable seems to make it go out. I had a Coleman one before, I think it was called the sportcat, which was much better at staying lit - but also at melting jacket sleeves LOL! The Mr. Heater does pump out a lot of heat... WHEN IT STAYS ON! Anyone have any tips on fixing this or on modifying/improving the heater?

[Cudz]

I have a double burner Mr. Heater and it has never gone out. How old is it? If it is not too old I would take it back.

[LeXXington]

You have a dirty intake (see MR buddy trouble shooting)

 

Take compressed air and clear it all out./ That should fix your issue

[Terry]

I would think you have a bit of dirt, LeXXington seems to have the answer

 

 

some people also screw on a little wind deflector in front of the pilot light to stop wind from blowing it out

[limeyangler]

i have the Mr. Heater Big Buddy, it has been really good. It does cut out if i move it too quickly but i rarely have to move it. I did manage to break the screws off on the right hand side cover( the heater takes a bit of a beating in the back of my shelter/sleigh) but customer service was excellent, sent me a replacement part , no questions asked on warranty, even waived shipping charges on the 20lb tank hose with filter that i ordered at the same time.

 

if you get no joy with the dirty intake fix suggested above...give 'em a call, they were very helpful and quick to help out.

[steverowbotham]

mine blows out when the wind gets on her, but with such an easy pilot light, i raely get frustrated, i'f flicking a switch twice is the worst part of my day, i'm having a good day

[ld17]

Here is the fix. Don't know if it works. Never tried it. Good luck.

 

http://www.chitown-angler.com/1fish/viewtopic.php?t=36910

[Fisherpete]

Great, thanks guys. I'll try the fix and post the results later.

[wallyboss]

That fix will stop the wind from blowing it out. But the shutting off if you move it well that is just for the safety.

[Tybo]

When using bulk tanks or refilling one pounds.

You should use a filter or regulator

This will solve most of the problems you having.

[Fisherpete]

I only use new 1lb tanks... I am going to try the compressed air trick tonight. Heading out tomorrow so I will test the results.