- Does it need electricity?
- No. It runs on propane and a match or igniter, so it works during a power outage.
- What size propane tank does it use?
- It mounts on a standard 20 lb propane cylinder. A hose accessory lets you connect a larger tank or a cooking burner.
- Can I use it indoors?
- The manual specifies outdoor use only. Treat it as an outdoor and ventilated-space heater, not a room heater.
- How much area does it heat?
- Output ranges from 6,000 to 11,000 BTU of radiant heat. It warms people and surfaces within its line of sight rather than a whole enclosed room.
- How is it different from a patio tower heater?
- It is tank-mounted, portable and radiant, with no electricity needed. Tower heaters are taller and electric but tied to an outlet.
- What safety features does it have?
- It has a patented overheat shutdown and an integrated accessory safety shut-off.
- Where is the Mr. Heater Portable Propane Heater 5000-11000 BTU cheapest?
- At Walmart, for $128.38, 27% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the Mr. Heater Portable Propane Heater 5000-11000 BTU?
- Buyers like: Heats up fast and warms a big area fast and maintains the heat; Rugged and a great all-around heater; portable and useful; Flames are very controlled and it will keep you warm. Common complaints: Advertised as indoor/outdoor but the user manual says outdoor use only.
- Where can I buy the Mr. Heater Portable Propane Heater 5000-11000 BTU?
- 6 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Dick's Sporting Goods, Ace Hardware, Lowe's, Best Buy.