Gas Heaters & How To Use Them Safely

A gas heater is a popular option to keep your home warm during the chilly months. But being gas, there are some best practices to follow to ensure they are used safely. Available in a range of sizes, XO discusses the features of the Goldair Gas heater. as well as the safety measures to follow when using a gas heater.
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[@olgadean123]

Thank you so much, just bought from builders today and was stressed out when I got home as it wouldn’t switch on but with the help from the video i managed🙏🏽

[@gugushabangu4097]

Got it yesterday - it worked on day 1 then today nothing

[@KM-wl1tp]

What are the carbon monoxide risks with this sort of heater, when using in a living room for example?

[@anthonyperkins7556]

You also need a 1 metre clear space around the heater free of combustibles to avoid a fire hazard.

[@yusufswartz4958]

Always burn gas out first (close gas valve) before turning knob off.

[@Turtleback8024]

Can you please explain?

[@khaedundou2942]

​@@Turtleback8024I think they mean when you turn the heater off, close it from the back and then from the top. This will burn the remaining gas in the pipe I think

[@tylermaguire616]

It's actually better to retain line pressure... this is an old wives tale from the 90s. The seals don't have to expand and contract as much each time you use the heater. If you are purging the pressure for safety then please revisit step 1.... check for leaks. Service your unit.

[@nonamenobody8590]

I have always used these putting it on one bar for 5 minutes it warms the room really quick iv had mine last 5 months on a 15kg well worth it for the money

[@johnsparrow6841]

Do u get any smells from burning the gas

[@Turtleback8024]

@@johnsparrow6841 I think I did as I used mine for the first time today. Now I’m sleeping with one window opened.

[@Dr.Gunsmith]

Great video

[@spencerburrows3525]

I have a indoor heater which uses butane. Can I use a propane bottle indoors in it?

[@kiritlemaila2350]

Thanks you know growing up I always avoided gas things as back in the days use to burn alot of houses and for such reasons I was afraid but economically gas is good now haven watch your video I'll visit Builders to buy one as it guided us so well thank you very much

[@tertiat]

I only turn off valve, when disconnecting it for refill not everyday. Is that okay?

[@CB-sn4xh]

Do I have to "disconnect the regulator each time I turn the fire off?

[@beverleypender5931]

The pilot light won’t work! Can anyone suggest which video to watch? Thanks in advance!

[@bhupinderpalsingh3912]

I need one where can I get them from

[@babetmensah2393]

His voice ♥️....oh snaps yeah I mean am here for the gas🤔😅😅

[@heiresscreatives]

My thoughts exactly 😂😂😂

[@laurapora7409]

I bought one of these about 6 weeks ago & it stinks really bad of gas smell, checked for leaks & everything seems in order?.

[@chinwendukweli3081]

Is there a portable gas air conditioner?

[@sivevuza5939]

Is it normal for the gas to make that hissing sound when the heater is turned on??

[@DrBustenHalter]

Ventilation?

[@NtombifuthiMaseko]

Where can I get the gas control knobs...mine melted

[@dlomokazimnqanqeni6869]

When turning the cylinder on do you turn it to the fullest or halfway?

[@mphomakumbane2287]

Mine says 1 and half turns

[@yusufswartz4958]

No need to turn it open full...

[@Turtleback8024]

@@yusufswartz4958 Got mine on full!😳 No wonder I was smelling some gas. Now got window opened.🙆🏻‍♂️

[@zenziwengqulunga7151]

Hi I was just wondering if the gas smell that it emits is normal and there’s shhh sound aswell?

[@yusufswartz4958]

The gas you are smelling while heater is on is vapor...it's okay as long as you have a window open,but when you smell gas before ignition or when it's not in use,don't attempt to start it,inspect valve,pipe and regulator before use.

[@yusufswartz4958]

Oh and the shhh sound are the burners...

[@abulelezungula9051]

@@yusufswartz4958 the sssh sound is it normal my gas heater is brand new and makes a shhh soul so loud like there is a bee in the house. My previous gas heater was not making any kind of noise

[@oddizzo]

Just bought the exact same heater with a 5kg gas cylinder at Builders Express Lynwood... When I ignite the heater for 20 seconds and let go of the control valve the heater switches off I tried more than 5 times already and the heater never stays lit, should I take it back or how can I get the heater to stay lit???

[@ganjabobby]

I’m about to purchase the Cadac version of this heater and was researching this exact issue others have mentioned. KZbin video “Calor Portable gas heater” by Calor Ireland had a comment explaining it. They’re all basically the same design and branded differently: “w3vy xbillz • 1 yr ago Hii had the same problem basicslly all you need to do is first hit down the control knob (the thing u turn around) and hit the red button once and leave the red button but not the control knob note: u have to hold down the knob button to the setting which has the flame and spark sign on it so basically the top one so u have to hold it on that for about 15 secs after that ull have to switch to the.first setting and leave the control knob if you want to change to higher settings ull have to wait for like 2 mins so the first one gets a bit hot so it can give fire to the other two then push the control knob slightly (if you push it hard ull find urself not being able to switch, so just push it calmly and change to the desired setting. Kind regards”

[@lorelately1611]

@Boitumelo Mnisi hi there did you manage or did you have to take it back?

[@boitumelomotabogi8104]

I bought mine at Builders Woodlands and im experiencing the same problem. Unfortunately I have misplaced the receipt 😭

[@ganjabobby]

Guys, I’ve got mine for almost two months and in my experience it works perfectly if you follow the instructions. To turn on: open gas cylinder valve about a quarter turn. Press in AND hold down heater control knob to first position, then press the igniter while still holding and only release from pressing down once the middle panel turns fully blue. Leave in position 1 or increase as desired. If you miss the first time, there’s probably not enough gas in the heater pipeline yet so redo those steps and make sure to stay clear off the heating panel as collected gas can create a little extra flame on ignition. To turn off: always close the gas at the cylinder first and then close on the heater.

[@kittyevers8849]

@@ganjabobbyhi, I always thought you had to turn the gas on completely but am I correct that you only turn it on a little bit?

[@mustafabader4691]

When I turn on my mobile gas heater, a smell (I really can't stand) similar to gas smell is spread all around the house rooms, is that normal?

[@sbonzama7013]

It sounds like you have a leak.

[@dumimshiyeni1694]

It’s normal for gas furnaces to emit small amounts of gas when cycling on. If you occasionally detect a faint gas odor near the furnace during this cycle, you don’t have anything to worry about. However, if you frequently smell gas throughout your home, your furnace could have a dangerous leak.

[@yusufswartz4958]

Keep windows open for ventilation while heater is on...to familiarize yourself with smell,remove attachment from cylinder...open valve and smell do it in open air, reconnect attachment and ignite again, obviously indoors now, if you get the same smell you had while testing outside,you a have a leak...switch of immediately, do a soap test,by using water and dishwashing liquid, spray over gas valve, pipes and regulator ,if you see bubbles, you've fond the problem., but when it's on and smell gas but not the same as outside,it's just gas vapor,you are basically burning out into the air,always open you window, when doing it indoors

[@khathalamajija]

Which gas cylinder can I purchase for this type of heater?

[@moneyodsg]

9kg

[@milesfaber7006]

why do the pilot burner go off when leaving the controle valve

[@yusufswartz4958]

Try to open valve slowly, after ignition keep know held in a few seconds longer and than see what it does

[@sisiondamic3125]

Mine also does the same. As soon as I let go after about 15+ seconds after ignition it turns of. It does not say on.

[@zahidagani21]

@@sisiondamic3125 mine is doing the same

[@GroovVictim]

does this system not require some sort of ventilation?

[@yusufswartz4958]

Always ensure a window is open...

[@O1Richard]

Turn it off before sleeping and ventilate the room well, a carbon monoxide detector is vital.

[@Wonder-the]

You don’t need that, the fire burn the gas and that is all, you think like if it was a gasoline or any other motor gas. This is the same gas we connect on the stove to cook, you turn it on the fire, cook and that is done

[@O1Richard]

@@Wonder-the you’re wrong, if I don’t ventilate for the first hour the gas is lighter than air and it sets off my carbon monoxide detector that’s hardwired to the mains in my house. I’ve just looked online as I wrote this reply.

[@Wonder-the]

@@O1Richard I’m not wrong, if the fire is on you have no risk of monoxide, monoxide is dangerous if runs loose. Do you ever got in to a house that have gas stove? Ohhh my God!!! How do you thing that works? Some houses even have those fancy with 6 burners on it. You just turn it on and that it

[@O1Richard]

@@Wonder-the in England our gas appliances are vented, chimney for gas fire and boiler.

[@Wonder-the]

@@O1Richard you probably have some diferente type of gas then. Gas once is on fire has no harm

[@dineomokele887]

I bought this heater 2years ago only used it one time with elect hence it's both. So today decided to use it with gas and I have a phobia had to call neighbors to come assist me hence daddy is at work and want to bath my new born. I'm so scared of gas I even have a headache as we speak probab6its paranoia I called back thinking I'm smelling gas😭I'm safer when my man is around

[@Luigiano]

The voice i am screaming

[@thusomahlatji6268]

I’m taking mine back because it stopped working .

[@thusomahlatji6268]

@Moses Rambau When did you buy yours ?

[@thusomahlatji6268]

@Moses Rambau Okay no problem, does it switch on at all or is it that it switches on and then off after a few minutes?

[@sonofthesoil.973]

That's a zim accent ....prove me wrong?My bro😊

[@moleedaboi]

Not really. Some SA people have "zim accents" when speaking English and some Zim people have "SA accents" when speaking English. I've legit learned this from experience lol. Language is a funny thing.

[@BaneleCooks]

This annoys me cos as I let go of the control knob the heater switches off. Please come fetch your heater😡😡😡

[@janemashigo8852]

Mine too, I just can't get it right or maybe it's just a useless reject heater

[@slowsloth8550]

XO, Can I be your friend, just to enjoy have such chats with you every day.

[@KraljAlek]

Get carbon monoxide alarm and smoke alarm

[@gamma1743]

Gas Heater is strong, but Bardock is more strong

[@shakeynige]

Whats up with the accent, i get some London, some South African and a pinch of American.

[@mrlawilliamsukwarmachine4904]

I think we all do that. I’m in 🇬🇧...born here. I liked up north and came to London 20 years ago. However, my job involves mainly speaking with American people everyday...and 1 Indian guy. I talk a bit like Trump mixed with Eddie Murphy...with a dash of Apu / Ali from ‘Mind your language’ tv show. Plus, I noticed on a Zoom call, that I do the head wobble thing.

[@moleedaboi]

I call it the "advertisement" accent. Most voiceover actors in South Africa use this accent. I find it hilarious.

[@SirCumsAlot22]

I don't recommend anyone buying this heater. I bought my mine today it only worked for about 10minutes. The flames go off as soon as I let go of the knob. Tomorrow I am taking it back for a full refund. I saw a couple of complaints about the same brand.

[@nompumeleloshabalala2058]

The very same experience with me, very disappointing especially on such cold weather.

[@SirCumsAlot22]

@@nompumeleloshabalala2058 I got my refund and then went straight to Makro. Got myself a Cadac heater. And it works like a charm. Alvo heaters are a no go.

[@nompumeleloshabalala2058]

Thanks Ntando will be doing the same, I’m very much frustrated..will provide you with feedback👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@nompumeleloshabalala2058]

Can I just give you credits on the Cadac heater?💃🏾💃🏾💃🏾💃🏾💃🏾!!! Abosolutely works like a charm! Thanks for the recommendation, it’s been a week now and the heater works wonders. Thanks once again..

[@nompumeleloshabalala2058]

@Moses Rambau I didn’t waste time I took back that thing to builders and got my money back 🙄🚮

[@saitamaxi8098]

Goldair is rubbish, I dont know why they persist with this brand

[@mackemcabbie]

These absolutely stink and fill the house full of fumes