How To Connect a Mr. Heater 30k BTU Propane Heater To a 20 lb Tank

[@EastTexasHomestead]

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[@sentinel151]

THANK. YOU. I don’t know why every other video on this heater couldn’t list the additional parts to get this connected to propane

[@EastTexasHomestead]

You're welcome. Glad it was helpful

[@charliehamlet3252]

THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS! You are the ONLY one of many videos showing the ventless blue flame wall heater hook-up to a 20+ lb tank that bothered to say ANYTHING about the LEFTY TIGHTY connection of hose fitting to the tank. I was close to having a come apart before your wonderful and very useful instructional video. There is no telling how many people have destroyed the threads on this $50 part. You are THE MAN!!!

[@EastTexasHomestead]

:) I'm glad that helped!

[@samanthawilliams3510]

Righty tightly lefty Lucy

[@EastTexasHomestead]

Usually, but not here.

[@barrnyroyal1440]

I live in indiana. 4 years ago my furnace in my 14x70 trailer finaly just quit, it was 20years old. I bought this heater installed it and was just blown away of how well these things work. It work so well i never replaced my furnace. Fast forward till present day, Still is my only heat source. You do have to clean the the pilot light every year but other than that best heater ever made. 3 weeks ago got down to -10 and this trailer stayed right at 70 on level 3.

[@EastTexasHomestead]

Wow! That’s amazing. Thanks for sharing!

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

I have a heater that looks IDENTICAL to yours but not the Mr. Buddy brand that was on the wall of my shop that was connected to the outside big propane tank, I took it off the wall and wanted it to be easily moved closer to where I need it, YOUR instructions & parts list will help me, I will put the heater on the top of a movable cart like Harbor Freight sells, & put the connecting tank on the carts bottom shelf along with another backup tank

[@jenkight2975]

Im in north Florida and tractor supply has these on sale/clearance for $200. These are really a great option for heat! Thank you for the information!

[@goodle108]

Thank you for supplying information that should have been in the manual. I think it is because Mr Heater is too afraid of lawsuits. It also should have come with a regulator

[@EastTexasHomestead]

You bet!

[@kennethknezick4390]

Thanks for the intel ETH. Just hooked mine up today, piped to an existing propane connection from my 250 gallon tank. No additional regulator is required. It's a nice heater, really warms up a large screened in porch. But the instructions supplied with the product are sadly lacking. Your video helped me to "git 'er done" and in East Texas too.

[@annatardif7076]

Thank you so much for doing this video. I live in New Hampshire and got hit with a last minute nor'easter. My fiance and I moved in last year and thought we were prepared for something like this, but everything just went wrong. As a last ditch effort to stay warm we went to home depot for any kind of heat source. They were selling this heater like a cure all. Unfortunately it gave us a brand new set of frustrations. That's when I found your video. It kept us warm until my power came back on. Thank you so much!

[@EastTexasHomestead]

Thanks for sharing! I’m glad it helped y’all stay warm. 😊

[@mulamula1836]

Thanks a lot bro! This video was greatly needed! I was told I couldn’t use a 20lb tank and the only option was a 100 gallon tank. I’m going to use 2 100lb tanks but this video has vital information! God bless you and your family

[@EastTexasHomestead]

Glad I could help

[@curtdunlap6818]

Sometimes my blu-flame heater would squeal and chatter, especially when it was colder (10-30F). It always stopped after a few seconds. When I put mine in my shop, I read in numerous places that it should be connected to a 100# cylinder. Being the "conformist" that I am, I hooked it up to a 20# tank. It worked perfectly well for 10 years until I replaced it with a diesel heater. Thanks for the vid!

[@EastTexasHomestead]

Thanks for your info and experience. I've been eyeing diesel heaters for a while now. I'll have to try one out eventually.

[@carolraymond3279]

I can't thank you enough for showing us how to hook up the 30,000 BTU Mr. Heater. I watched it a few times and ordered all the hoses and regulators, teflon tape, flair piece and everything I needed through Amazon. Hope that helps you a bit as you helped me a lot and you also made me laugh not knowing for sure with the righty loosey and lefty comment as I'm not sure myself. P.S. I didn't know where the battery was either so thanks for that too.

[@EastTexasHomestead]

I love these types of comments :) Thanks for sharing. Hopefully, it all goes together nicely for you.

[@carolraymond3279]

@@EastTexasHomestead Me too kiddo. I haven't gotten it yet but everything will come around the same time. Thank you so much again kiddo.

[@TheSquirrelsNest]

Nice, Good work my East Texas brother! Sitting at 13 degrees in Lufkin right now, seems like this is going to turn into a yearly event. I don't understand why they don't provide the regulator information (PN) in the instructions.

[@EastTexasHomestead]

It would be helpful if they did. We missed most of the cold down here as we were up north. Hopefully y'all stayed warm.

[@WalterPidgeonsForge]

You might want to edit this to include a quick check for leaks using a little soapy water.. before opening the propane tank valve.. 😮

[@EastTexasHomestead]

That would have been a good thing to say but I'm unable to edit the video at this point.

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

BUT you COULD add such in a post like this one every 10 or 15 responses TO DO SO, it's just a good cover your butt idea@@EastTexasHomestead

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

I am ASSUMING you can edit your comment section so you could add a note to check connections with soapy water BEFORE How do you connect a 30K btu Mr. Heater blue heater....."

[@Abe-1611]

Thank you for your guidance! LOTS of help! God bless you.

[@hedgeapplehomestead2816]

Curious to see how long it'll run on a 20# cylinder

[@glenparks5175]

Not very long

[@EastTexasHomestead]

If I've done the math right, it will be about 14 hours on high. There are better ways to do it for long-term heat. The 20lb tank is more for occasional use and emergencies.

[@hedgeapplehomestead2816]

@@EastTexasHomestead yeah, that just give an idea on what it would cost to hear a space long term

[@EastTexasHomestead]

Assuming you have decent insulation, it should be running at 30K BTU all the time.

[@sdc1960]

hey guys this video was very helpful.I did finr the mr.heater gas line kit #F273684 comes with already taped up elbow needed for floor mount.

[@EastTexasHomestead]

Good to know. I wasn't aware of that. Thank you!

[@mondavou9408]

Get a bigger tank. Run time on the maximum setting (30k BTU) will be approximately 11 hours. A twenty pound tank holds 4.6 gallons but will only be filled to approx. 80% which is 3.6 gallons. 91,500 BTU per gallon x 3.6 = 329,400 BTU per bottle. 349,400 BTU divided by 30,000 BTU is approx. 11 hrs. of run time.

[@TheRange7]

You can get the best fill on propane tanks at a propane place or the hardware store. These Blue Rhino and other pre filled tanks at big box store short you from what I've seen on YT

[@timmytimmy5331]

I can get get about 10 hrs on low from my kerosene heater and it will make you sweat for about 10 bucks

[@mondavou9408]

@@timmytimmy5331 Your heater is made by C&C Music Factory? ha ha

[@timmytimmy5331]

@@mondavou9408 🤣

[@louisrichards3702]

most of these i have seen on e-bay are Liquid propane heaters, did you get a vapor gas heater???? all of the 20 pound propane tanks that run BBQ grills and emergency 15000 btu heaters that mount on the 20 pound tank, are vapor tanks..they fill with 15 pounds of liquid propane and the top 1/4 of the tank is empty so the vapor forms..and the vapor is what goes out the hose..

[@Johnroddy96]

They’re all the same unless it’s a massive heater with a vaporizer….just weird/different working liquid propane or LP is propane

[@johncox5297]

Thanks for the great information. I know the Mr. Heater Buddies need inline fuel filters, but do these?

[@reconstructingleslie4597]

I'm watching this wishing I had bought this! I'm in Mississippi and it's COLD! We didn't lose power at least we haven't so far and it's Wednesday but my little electric heaters aren't helping

[@EastTexasHomestead]

It puts out some good heat. We just traveled with the Buddy Flex and are glad we did. The heat in our car went out and it was below 0F

[@ernieswitzer217]

Any advice on adjusting the pilot to burn cleaner? Mine looks to be spitting and burning orange up tip of the pilot lite

[@bozo28able]

The squeal is caused by air still being line that hasn't been totally purged. The cure is to run the heater a few minutes as you seen on first start up.

[@EastTexasHomestead]

Thanks!

[@OpeNorthBud]

I don’t get why I have to hook up another regulator when it already has one. This is essentially the same exact thing as a propane grill. It operates EXACTLY the same lol minus any auto shutoff.

[@elmerkerth3871]

I really like your video and it really helped me a lot thank you very much

[@EastTexasHomestead]

I'm glad to hear that. Thanks for letting me know!

[@Flyit37075]

were you ever able to turn up the heat setting knob to high without the regulator squalling ?

[@EastTexasHomestead]

Yes. Just took about 30 seconds or so

[@pareynolds6146]

Thank you for making this so super easy to follow...🎉

[@EastTexasHomestead]

You're welcome :)

[@saraschneckloth]

Hello! Thank you for the great video. Quick question - does every connection require teflon tape? I bought the all-in-one Mr. Buddy regulator/adapter kit, and some connections are pre-taped and others are not. Does it hurt to buy gas tape and tape every connection? Thanks!

[@EastTexasHomestead]

No. Some connections do not require tape. In fact you’re not supposed to apply it. Check out the section at 3:30 again. I show that the side that goes to a point doesn’t get taped.

[@saraschneckloth]

@@EastTexasHomestead great and thank you for the clarification - much appreciated!

[@scottfoster7080]

I just purchased this unit, thanks for the information.

[@EastTexasHomestead]

Glad I could help

[@alvarezz09]

is there a way to add a gage to the 20 gallon propane tank to see how full it is?

[@EastTexasHomestead]

It really depends on whether your propane tank is filled to the full 20 lbs or if it’s only about 15 lbs-it can make a noticeable difference in how long it lasts. Plus, how hard the heater has to work to get the room up to temperature plays a big role. If it’s working overtime because the space is large or not well-insulated, the propane will run out faster. On average, if the heater runs constantly at full capacity, a 20 lb tank might last around 14 hours. But since it’s thermostat-driven and cycles on and off, you could get more usage out of it.

[@robertmckelvey3091]

I've been running my heater on NG setting with liquid propane what would that do

[@EastTexasHomestead]

no idea. probably not as clean of a burn. I don't think i'd do that

[@nathanziegman9262]

Thanks, exactly what I was looking for.

[@justinkemp9807]

How bout your co2 levels? I’m about to return mine because it took about 2min for my vented garage to go from 400ppm to like 2-3000. Thought it was a bad detector but then felt dizzy. These are dangerous.

[@EastTexasHomestead]

Sounds defective

[@olivertaylor8788]

Exactly,wouldn't have one unless it was vented outside.

[@truthhurts2149]

Definitely not defective. They burn up oxygen and produce c02. Not carbon monoxide unless something's really wrong. If you put one of these in a tight building you're asking for trouble

[@science-not-scientists3876]

I thought that natural gas and lp gas required different orifices to burn properly. Is this not true with the mr heater?

[@juanvelasquez931]

Dose the Mr. Buddy heater give off a smell of propane when in use unlike Olympian Wave Heater

[@NapkinEdStern]

4:04 The tape shouldn't cover the first two threads going into the unit.

[@EastTexasHomestead]

👍🏼

[@brennanhornbuckle1542]

I have been reading and it says not to runheater on 20lb tank but you show it works

[@DannyDavies-s7g]

Try using a two stage regulator. Will work much better. Good Job.

[@TheRange7]

Is it safe to keep a 20 pound propane tank in an enclosed shop? Thanks

[@MCTNPrep]

@@TheRange7no

[@TheRange7]

@@MCTNPrep Thanks man. I talked to my son in law who's a captain in his fire department. When I asked him, he started cursing. LOLOL I appreciate it my friend.

[@Jay-dn3um]

Do you by chance have a video on how to convert to Propane?

[@EastTexasHomestead]

I don’t. Sorry

[@meloshredder86]

Is it normal to see a haze coming from the top of the heater. Just got it setup and new to using propane heaters. Put a monoxide detector in garage and hasn't went off so im assuming normal? Looks like a blur coming from a car hood on a hot day

[@EastTexasHomestead]

Yes, what you’re seeing is likely normal! That “haze” coming from the top of the heater sounds like heat waves or thermal distortion, which is common when using propane heaters. It’s similar to what you’d see above a car hood on a hot day or over a hot surface-caused by hot air rising and refracting light. It’s great that you’ve set up a carbon monoxide detector in the garage; that’s an excellent safety measure. Just make sure the space is well-ventilated. This is key to staying safe. If you notice unusual odors (like a propane smell) or soot buildup, or if the heater doesn’t seem to be working properly, it’s worth checking the unit or consulting the manufacturer’s manual. But from your description, the haze is a normal sign of heat output.

[@haroldblalock1497]

Exactly the video I was looking for. Thanks.

[@alanbean8222]

I would like to know if I can run the propane hose thru the wall.

[@Creekstain]

Absolutely

[@richardferreira3797]

Do you really need the shut off valve?

[@awatchmanoftrueisrael]

I appreciate the video and the associated links. Works well!!

[@lanetalbot8357]

I can’t find the right fittings that’ll thread with propane fitting thread

[@The100Percenttruth]

Thankyou, you have been great and very informative

[@EastTexasHomestead]

You bet! Glad to help

[@revelationakagoldeneagle8045]

Excellent 👌 Looking into getting a set-up like this for the winter season. Blessings from Georgia USA 🪶✨

[@anthonysmith9531]

Will that hook up work on a 10,000 BTU mr heater

[@suestaley844]

How long will that heater run on a 20# tank? I have 20 an 30# tanks. The 100# probably makes more sense but they are too heavy for me to muscle around.

[@EastTexasHomestead]

It all depends on how much you use it. From doing a little math the other day (it’s in one of the comments and I don’t remember for sure) I believe it will run on high for 16 hours. With as much heat as it puts out, you shouldn’t need to do that.

[@manandatractor]

I'm running a 10K BTU Dyna-Glo blue flame heater on a 30 lb. tank. I'm here to tell you that it will chew through a bunch of propane in just 5 to 6 days, when used hard. It's great supplemental heat but just be prepared for the extra usage during high demand. I cannot imagine running a 30K unit on a 20 lb. tank for anything other than knocking the chill off of the garage or workshop. I'm budgeting for a large, sevicable tank, so that I can avoid the run to town every week or two and doing the tank fill shuffle.

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

Suggestion, get a 100# tank & build a cart with casters that will support the weight, sized just for the base of the tank, and have a hitch on your truck / vehicle that the new cart can be easily rolled up into, then off to the fill shop

[@TrailBoundco]

Is it safe to use a 20lb propane tank indoors?

[@EastTexasHomestead]

The manufacturer states that it should be kept outside.

[@Dwhinery]

FYI you are supposed to use the dual regulator. Does it work ok?

[@EastTexasHomestead]

It works great. I didn’t see anything in the instructions about needing a dual regulator. Where are you seeing that?

[@edencoe]

Can anyone tell me why my regulator keeps getting so cold it’s frosting over? I thought I had a bad regulator, so I bought a new one, hooked it up, checked for leaks but even with everything connected correctly it still frosts over. Please help!

[@Inconcessa1]

I'm guessing by now you found your leak ? 😅 God bless and be safe.

[@DrAishaCh]

Can you keep the heater and tank inside as long as you get a carbon monoxide detector?

[@billm9709]

Yes, sir, you can.

[@EastTexasHomestead]

I can't and won't recommend that you keep the tank inside as that violates the manufacturer's instructions. If you choose to do so, be sure you check for leaks regularly with soapy water and don't sleep with the tank valve open. @DrAishaCh

[@krowbar23]

Think I'd use braid hose that close to heater awesome tho I'll buy that heater and try it. 😊😊

[@EastTexasHomestead]

👍🏼

[@kevinswinyer3176]

How many nights will this heater run on a 20 pound propane tank ?

[@EastTexasHomestead]

It all depends, but a 20-pound LP tank will last approximately 14 hours when running non-stop at a rate of 30,000 BTU per hour. Most of these units will reduce the gas burned with a thermostat and even turn the heater off when the room gets to the desired temp. It could easily last you a week with decent insulation and moderate temps. But if you're trying to keep a non-insulated, large home warm in single-digit temps, it won't last long.

[@miltonanitastewart2388]

Thank you Really helped me.

[@EastTexasHomestead]

Glad it helped!

[@kapekodbob]

Thanks man !

[@EastTexasHomestead]

You bet!

[@FourthWayRanch]

How does it vent? Must have to keep windows open. I lived in my pickup in the north with propane heat, i think i got carbon monoxide poisoning, good to have an alarm

[@EastTexasHomestead]

That's scary! You've got to be careful. I always keep a window cracked as well as keep several alarms in the house.

[@brockturner1559]

Good info

[@EastTexasHomestead]

Thanks

[@LarryMusgrave]

Dies it load you up with CO like a kerosene heater, or does it vent exhaust outside?

[@EastTexasHomestead]

There's no vent, but blue flames are relatively safe. You still want to vent this unit, though.

[@johncamilleri6726]

Leave a window or 2 open for fresh air…

[@dreamingcode]

Is it going to take this long just to light the pilot light every single time I use this thing? Because if so that is a non-starter for me

[@ThaGnoll]

It only does this when the lines are empty when connecting a new tank. Once you have the lines full it lights in a second or two.

[@alexanderkucinich3753]

Mine is larger than 3/8. What other sizes does this come in?

[@EastTexasHomestead]

I'm not sure. Maybe someone else will have come across a larger one.

[@JACKPAVAL]

Cool. I have the big buddy running in my house, but i want to get the floor model that you have fir my house.

[@EastTexasHomestead]

The big buddy is great but for longer term use, I think this is a better option. I’m pretty sure this one has a thermostat to regulate the heat which as you know the buddy heaters don’t. I also think the blue flame smells better.

[@JACKPAVAL]

I fully agree.

[@TheRealRonRico317]

I just put this same unit on the wall with a 100lb tank. Fingers crossed.

[@EastTexasHomestead]

It puts off a lot of heat! You're going to enjoy it. I may end up getting a larger tank at some point.

[@TheRealRonRico317]

@@EastTexasHomestead we bought the 100 lb tank because it's my main heat source and did not know how efficient it burns for how long it will last for that matter . But we'll find out.

[@EastTexasHomestead]

That's a good plan!

[@TheRealRonRico317]

@@EastTexasHomestead I'm hoping so. Although the fan for it blows like shit. A box fan does better.

[@EastTexasHomestead]

@@TheRealRonRico317 I was just thinking about using a box fan while out in the barn. Most of the heat just goes up to the roof.

[@shajabo]

Thank you

[@harmony8337]

Thanks for the information

[@EastTexasHomestead]

My pleasure

[@msmhamilton87]

Wonderful video. Thank you 💞💞...

[@EastTexasHomestead]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@RM-rj5ok]

Awesome, Thank you.

[@EastTexasHomestead]

You're welcome!

[@meatball5244888]

how long does this last on a 20lb tank?

[@zachstrickland3876]

I’m wondering the same thing

[@TheRange7]

@@zachstrickland3876 He said 14 hours on high just above

[@masterluxu1]

Thanks boss appreciate you.

[@Ronstertv1]

hey guys i have 30.000 kozy world 5 brick stove with a 500 gallon propane tank outside i set up the copper line to the regulato and stove then the propane place did the rest

[@avery7001]

You skipped your buddy filter. 😊and all lefties are not necessarily loosies😅

[@williamrose4604]

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!

[@EastTexasHomestead]

Any time!

[@frhythms]

Thank you!!!

[@EastTexasHomestead]

You're welcome!

[@dang6832]

I’m just saying, I’d pay for shipping if you want to give up them inverter/chargers FOC.😉

[@EastTexasHomestead]

They’re already spoken for but I appreciate the offer 😄

[@dang6832]

@@EastTexasHomestead oh well, I tried.

[@aaronburratwood.6957]

It’s just called a reverse thread.

[@EastTexasHomestead]

🎊

[@paulsccna2964]

Nothing like breaking Chemical Bonds to stay warm. Solar. Lol

[@NazNazan-u9z]

💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@DavoRoberto-p9j]

Not for most DIY persons,parts missing,incomplete instruction, no directions for use with legs provided. After wasting 1/2 day of my life, this is going back to Rural King. A "special "pressure" regulator? Bite me Mr. Heater.

[@EastTexasHomestead]

Sorry you couldn't figure it out

[@crackyjimbob831]

Yap Yap Yap Yap Yap, GEEEEZZZZ!!! THATS 2 minutes ill never get back, Should've had a female do the intro it'd be understandable why it needed to take 2 minutes before you began and you continue to Yap Yap Yap. Grrrrr

[@crackyjimbob831]

Also, try looking at which way a nut or fitting "TIGHTENS" Righty Tighty, Lefty Loosey You WINGNUT !!!

[@EastTexasHomestead]

I'm sorry you're having such a rough day 😓

[@crackyjimbob831]

I always have great days until i run across videos like yours that have less content and more unnecessary monolog about what you yourself admittedly said that youre no expert, Talk like a laymen and youll win more ppl. Less talking more content of the product not your shortcuts or advice youre not qualified to give.@@EastTexasHomestead

[@EastTexasHomestead]

Don't let others (including me and my bad videos) steal your joy. :)

[@16B9]

It sounds like your one of those guys who doesn't read or follow instructions. When your explaining something to the public you need to cover the low end viewers. The rest of us just listen to the required yap, yap and then enjoy the video. If you didn't listen to the instructions....you may not be covered for compensation if you blow yourself up. :)

[@MountainMan-t5p]

When you would like this especially the first time, that will make a little noise from the metal in the heater expands. 🫡 It's normal nothing to worry about. 🤷

[@sary777]

Thank you!!!

[@EastTexasHomestead]

You're welcome! Glad it helped!