Mr heater buddy heater to a 20 lb propane tank

[@jmwoods1428]

Thank you for such a great teaching video. I purchased a Buddy heater for winter outages. I'm a 65 year old retiree and I've never connected a propane tank to anything. I'm sitting here, waiting on my power to go out because of the current ice storm. Two more days of icing. I connected my heater without any leaks. Thank you again from a granny.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Glad to help thanks for the comment

[@lindaherring5802]

I was having the same experience of never having connected propane to anything! This video was awesome!

[@pleasantstreetgarage]

As an auto mechanic of 30 years and currently running my own shop of 5 years, i must say, this is the best hands down video I have ever seen with no nonsense and rapidly getting to the facts in clear fasion. Bravo.

[@kalchris7112]

What if you don’t have a filter will it still work the same

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you so much Daniel i appreciate it.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

I don't know i use a filter with mine.

[@RetireAbroadInvesting]

Totally Agree!! VERY straight to the point WITHOUT showing the speak..but ACTUALLY showing WHAT he's doing!!! THANK YOU @Kevin Robinson!! VERY, VERY helpful. I got a Buddy heater and a Little Buddy for my apartment. Only have the 1lb cans right now, but wanted to get a 10-20lb tank. Will have to check the labels on BOTH of them to get the CORRECT hoses and attachments.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

@@RetireAbroadInvesting thank you very much glad to help.

[@SantaFeVman]

You have to hold it in the pilot position (not off position) and button down for 20 seconds to get air out of the system, then it will light right away.

[@sassylady2001]

And if you don't see the blue flame the first time, do the steps over until you do see the blue flame and then release the knob and turn it to LO or HI heat.

[@someguyontheinternet-]

Dude, I was sitting there watching him fumble around, holding the knob down, and I'm yelling "You have to turn it to pilot first!"

[@ArtLeeG]

So, in order to tell if all the air is out, you will see the blue flame and then it's good to start?

[@someguyontheinternet-]

@@ArtLeeG Yup. From the "off", turn to "pilot". Then click it down and hold it for 10-15 seconds or so. Then click it down again and it should be blue flame. Turn it to "high" and protect your arm hairs. Once it's hot and orange, turn back to "low" and you're good to go

[@beyond4153]

🤣😅😆

[@williamgleaton2992]

My wife and i loved camping in the Smokies ,and there were times it was so cold we couldn't wait to get to Gatlinburg for some warm drinks and air just to traw out, then we found the little buddy it keep our tent nice and warm even when it was snowing outside. Love this little heater.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

They sure do work great I love mine also,thanks for the comment.

[@sarahshowalter9539]

My husband had me watch this video and now I know how to set our Mr. Buddy up right! I smelled rotten eggs during the set-up as well. Turned out to be my husband only. (Chili for lunch) Thanks

[@Robinson-Homestead]

LOL thanks for the comment.

[@sheilamclaughlin963]

He probably got a kick out of that, lol

[@melissacomer8404]

I have the Big Buddy hooked to a 20lb tank with a filter running right now. The same setup we have used tent camping numerous times. Love the Buddy heaters. We own more than one.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

I really like the Mr.Heater too I have 3 thanks for sharing my friend.

[@jasonblais1667]

can you keep the 20lbs tank indoors?

[@twinstickpete]

Hi...how long will a 20 pound tank last??

[@dorothyclemmer5099]

I'm 59 and never have worked with any gas appliance. I bought a Buddy heater as a wintertime insurance policy. This is the only video I've watched that makes me feel comfortable enough to try it out. THANK YOU!!! I may ty it out today!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Glad to help thanks for the comment

[@sassylady2001]

I am a 76 year old lady who also has never had experience with propane. I bought myself a Mr. Heater Buddy Portable heater and I am completely comfortable using it with 1# canisters or the 20# tank. I am also comfortable refilling the 1# tanks from the 20# tank so as to save money and not buy a bunch of 1# disposables.

[@kayhigton275]

@@sassylady2001 am thinking about getting one...

[@kaberle7]

@@sassylady2001 How do you refill the one-pound ones safely from the larger tank?

[@alchemypoolalchemypool]

As an instructor, you did a perfect job in explaining your task. My respect sir!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

I appreciate that! Thank you so much for the comment and watching.

[@mmqqq8246]

This is awesome.....thank you from an older lady who no longer has someone to do this for her....i have so much to.learn and you made things easy

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Sorry for the late comment. Thank you so much for the comment glad to help you.

[@cpcattin]

I’ve cold started three Mr Heaters with a 20lb propane tank. I always thought pushing the control knob down in the pilot position and holding it would bleed the line. I thought the off position meant “off”. My experience is a push in the pilot position takes about 15 to 20 seconds with a new line, tank and heater. Just my experience.

[@JamesSmith-jq2jc]

That's how mine works too, it's the smaller one.

[@robthoch]

Yes, just bought a heater like this and you need to bleed the line after you hook it up for just 15-30 seconds in the pilot position, not the off position. And, the hose I attached to the 20 lb tank screws on in the normal clockwise configuration - not backward threaded.

[@elizabetholiviaclark]

@@robthoch I don't understand. The threads on flammable gas cylinder connections are reversed. It's impossible to screw on an attachment by turning it to the right. Maybe I'm misunderstanding what you've said.

[@michaelphillips8055]

@@elizabetholiviaclark inside fitting threads are left handed outside thread fitting right handed

[@squid148]

That’s exactly what the instructions say. I think that’s why it took him so long to light it.

[@danielzeitz4068]

When using the 20lb tank a great trick is to put a 2lb cylinder on the other side and then it will light off right away. Set to High heat for 10 minutes then turn off and remove 2lb cylinder. The heater will fire right back up on the 20lb tank.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Cool tip thanks

[@Praetoria113-zm3no]

That only works if you have the Big Buddy heater. You still need to focus on priming a single hose heater properly.

[@StudioDaVeed]

@@Praetoria113-zm3no 10-4 My process: 20 lb knob ON. I turn Buddy knob to pilot and walk away for a few minutes. Then I turn Buddy knob to Off and wait a few minutes. Sometimes it lights now or repeat the process. I have an older Yellow Buddy and this works much better than keeping the line 'open'. Seems to want the line pressure to build somewhat. You know you're close when using a long fireplace lighter the flames dances in the breeze, lol.

[@Falconlibrary]

Great tip, Daniel.

[@cobyporschifer221]

Thanks for the tip ! You rule 🤘

[@Danpstew1]

I used a buddy heater, also keeping a Carbon Monoxide detector close by. To maintain the heat in my home during the deep freeze. Many neighbors had broken water lines, I had none. It never got below 65 degrees in my home. No Carbon monoxide detected. This is an Awesome Heater !

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Danny, yes this heater is great for those situations, and yes i agree to always use a carbon monoxide detector you can never be too careful.

[@LKaramazov]

Where did you put it so that the pipes didn’t freeze, did one heater warm the whole house enough so that the pipes didn’t freeze.

[@imagohouse7412]

Danny, did your heater have the fan or no fan? All I can find is no fan.

[@Danpstew1]

@@imagohouse7412 No fan

[@imagohouse7412]

@@Danpstew1 got it, thanks. The Texas freeze caught me off guard last winter.....not this time. Got several Buddy heaters and three 20lb propane tanks. Won't get caught again.. thanks!

[@AdamiIAm]

Thanks Kevin for this very helpful video...Just hooked up my new Portable Buddy to a 20# tank . What worked for me, was holding down the pilot light, then pointing a barbecue lighter at the pilot to heat up the thermocoupler, & the Pilot light came right on...It was sooo easy, & it took only a minute or so for the whole process. 😃

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the information

[@pismorichy]

I just that ! worked perfect, Their are positive things on the internet. 😀 Aloha.

[@bentnickel7487]

My brother had a Mr. Buddy heater. With his, you moved the indicator to pilot and depressed the pilot button for one minute (that expelled the air in the line) then you lit the pilot light with a long nose lighter and held the button for 30 seconds, while the thermocouple heated up. After that, you turned the button to on and a flame came up. You pointed out the clear plastic nipples covering the propane tubes, some folks forget about those and have to call the manufacturer before they can get their heater running. Very good video, as always. Thank you.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for tip Bent Nickel.

[@clydet7536]

@@Robinson-Homestead i never buy were someone else gets money off of items that i buy.

[@bonzology322]

@@clydet7536 ehhhh, the hell you don’t, it’s called commerce dude

[@clydet7536]

@@bonzology322 the he'll you say.i don't.

[@Praetoria113-zm3no]

@@clydet7536 So, Clyde, do you build all your own stuff from raw material that you processed yourself? If not, someone profited off you. Even Forrest Gump isn't that stupid.

[@jritter1]

Oh for the love of God I was turning the male coupling to the 20 pound tank the wrong direction!!!! Thanks for the video Sir.

[@donovanw.2943]

Thanks!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you so much Donovan W.

[@JamesSmith-jq2jc]

Interesting. I've a Mr Buddy myself. Mines the smaller one. I've had it 5 1/2 years with no problems. I'd recommend looking at and inspecting ALL gaskets and mounting surfaces before hooking up. Even new stuff can be defective. If and when you change propane tanks, check that the O ring gasket is good and properly seated on hose end, look too in propane tank mounting area for debris and that its gasket is proper. When I turn mine off, I turn off propane tank and let flame die out, then turn off Mr Buddy. This makes sure no gas is in the line. When starting, I turn on propane tank a 1/4 turn, put my Mr Buddy nob to pilot, press down and hold for 10 seconds, release, then hit again and it lights. I turn it to lowest setting first, this allows it to heat more slowly before going to the high setting. Mine only has low and high. It shouldn't take 15 minutes, especially when new, as it ages, periodically vacuum by the igniter, and also the front heat source while it's off AND cool. I use mine a lot. Very nice unit.

[@randlfamily7249]

Did you buy a seperate filter?

[@brucehirsch5437]

When I worked for the gas company. When I made my connections I never used the bubbles themselves to check for leaks. I got a spray bottle, mixed the water and dish soap in the spray bottle and then sprayed the connections I made. Does a much better and thorough job finding leaks.

[@brucehirsch5437]

@@jaysmokey Why? When all you need to check your connections is soapy water in a spray bottle. That's how all the people in my field do it. Because we have the search area narrowed down to the connections we just made. Now if you're looking for a leak and you don't know where it could be from then sure, break out the electronic sniffer. But you know what they do once they narrow it down with the electronic sniffer? They break out the soapy water in a spray bottle to pin point and confirm the exact spot of the leak.

[@frankschwartz7405]

OK, Mr Gas professional. What do you think about running a high pressure gas hose into a living space? How is this even legal?

[@brucehirsch5437]

@@frankschwartz7405 well, ain't you just grumpy? as long as you follow all procedures and use the proper equipment and make sure you have zero leaks then there is no problems using these types of heaters in doors. I would also recommend at the beginning of the season to have a pro inspect them too so that you can be sure that your appliance will burn efficiently and not give off toxic fumes such as carbon monoxide. They make it legal by all the steps and certain types of equipment needed to run these thing. Such as the hose it self is rated for much higher pressures than the propane is at and you are supposed to run a regulator with it too.

[@frankschwartz7405]

@@brucehirsch5437 Grumpy? I was asking you, as a propane tech, a legitimate question. >>you are supposed to run a regulator with it too.

[@brucehirsch5437]

@@frankschwartz7405 lol. Right. Ok. Try running it without the regulator since you said you're not. I know the regulator is on the heater. That's one of many components that makes it safe to run indoors. Albeit only temporary though. These appliances were never ment to be a permanent solution. Just as a backup or temporary for something like camping...

[@kristianthony9080]

I love how this video got up close to the connection so I could actually see. I couldn't find the link for the filter to buy, so I will have to get the number and find myself. Thank you for the good video, though

[@Robinson-Homestead]

amzn.to/3aEVByf Thanks for the comment and watching glad to help

[@stanwinston3387]

Watched this a year ago. Finally got around to setting it up. I like how you explain things. You take it step by step. You are appreciated.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you so much for the comment and watching glad to help.

[@AdrepKeith]

Kevin thanks for the video. I start my buddy by moving the knob to the pilot setting. push down not all the way. Hold for I would guess a minute on the Big Buddy. Starts quickly when you do it right. Then push the pilot down all the way you don't need to turn it to click.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the info

[@PICARDY610]

As a Single Woman, thank you for this very descriptive video. Got it!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

You are so welcome i glad i could help.

[@karenrollins1469]

I'm a widow and didn't know what I was doing wrong but when you said it took 15 to light I tried it, it about 6 mins, thanks I was getting really frustrated 😊

[@Robinson-Homestead]

I'm glad I could help you out! 😊

[@keith9875]

I’ve got the Big Buddy heater and have used it for years. I bought both the 12’ Mr Heater hose with the regulator and a filter. I’ve not found it necessary to install the filter and I just use the 12’ hose with the regulator. My hose has the quick connection. It is necessary to hold the pilot button down for at least 30 seconds before clicking to light the pilot in order to purge the hose. My heater works just fine even above 9,000 ft without adjustment. What a great heater!

[@truthbespoken7750]

Hey Keith, Do you have two 20lb propane tanks connected to it and if so ...on generally low how long would those last you approximately ? Thank You

[@atlasiroh5095]

Great instructional video! Really glad you showed how long it can take to purge the air out of the hose the first time you hook it up, i probably would have assumed after 5 minutes that something was defective. Thank you!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Glad it was helpful!Happy Thanksgiving my friend.

[@mikeinSD]

Thanks! Yep you're right. It took me at least 12 minutes of holding it down to get all the air out. I was going to give up and thought the heater was broken but after holding down 12 minutes it finally worked! Thanks.

[@jennifera.6158]

Best video on the Mr Heater Buddy. I was afraid to hook mine to a propane tank and now I am not! Thank you

[@Robinson-Homestead]

You are very welcome glad i could help.

[@KRay-fb2vf]

Kevin you are awesome that was the best gas leak detector I have ever seen. This technique could let you use a 20LB tank indoors with peace of mind. Thank You

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Not so sure it safe to have the tank indoors thanks for the comment.

[@KRay-fb2vf]

@@Robinson-Homestead If there is no leak then how can the 20Lb tank cause a problem? Relax you nailed it.

[@SilverBackStacker]

@@KRay-fb2vf If ANY fire happens whether the tank causes it or not, greedy insurance companies could use the tank being inside as an excuse not to pay a claim.

[@shelleyh6378]

@@Robinson-Homestead You CAN NOT use TANK INDOORS !!!

[@tabularasa]

All I needed was that comment about a left handed thread lol. I had been turning right and was indeed turning forever. Thank you!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

You are welcome

[@melindamarie6139]

Thank you!!! You saved my life!! I have watched many videos and yours is the only one that helped me. I am deathly afraid of gas in any form so you really helped! I'm a vanlifer and came down w that damn covid in my van alone in negative weather on Christmas Eve so nothing was open and since I was in the hospital I missed getting fuel smh it was a nightmare but it's all better now!!! Thank you and thank Jesus!! God bless you!! ✌🏼💙

[@Robinson-Homestead]

I had that covid to right before Christmas to sucks hope helped thanks for the comment and watching.

[@margaretmartin3143]

so no problem using it in the van? do u have CO detectors in it?

[@robertlutz2244]

I AGREE...!!! "...this is the best hands down video I have ever seen with no nonsense and rapidly getting to the facts in clear fasion. Bravo!" 45 Kevin Robinson Reply

[@LisaMiller]

I watched a bunch of videos and this one is among the very best. Thank you! I particularly like the soap FOAM trick, makes so much sense. Sitting in Central Texas right now watching the local electric coop list the outages. I'm not happy but I at least feel competent to tackle adversity.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you so much for the comment and watching.

[@jshepard152]

Semper paratus - always ready.

[@timraber6575]

I build a stand out of scrap wood to hold my Big Buddy heater and the 20 lb tank on the bottom. I bought a small Ryobi fan I keep just behind the heater. I can move it around in my garage. I bought the small heater for backup.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Cool idea building a stand for it.

[@johnklimes179]

Nice video. I use a small spray bottle with the water/soap mixture. Keeps it handy for both the heater and my gas grill

[@Nightfall-TCG]

Awesome video. Felt like I was listening to a family member lol straight to the point, no fluffing or bs. Right to the point for every part

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you so much for the comment. Happy Thanksgiving my friend.

[@STBRetired1]

I saw a suggestion that having the Mr. Buddy elevated above the 20 lb propane tank will make for a faster purging of the line on first startup. The theory is that propane is heavier than air so the air will stay on top of the propane as it is vented. If the heater and tank on the same level the propane and air kind of mix equally and it takes longer to get a pure propane stream to ignite the pilot.

[@konyadampier3558]

Thank you!!!I just purchased heater,hose and tank.couldnt figure out why heater wasn't working.watched 7 or 8 videos before I found this one that actually tells me I need filter!!!!wish I would have found this earlier.it was 6 below last night! Ty.ty.tu

[@hopedealerflores316]

Easy and simple instructions... on how to set it up to a 20 lb tank... to a Buddy Heater. very much appreciated thanks.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the comment and watching glad to help.

[@Pooroljc]

I just purchase mine from Sam's Club, and it came with the hose and the wall outlet for the fan. No filter... Thanks for the video..

[@Robinson-Homestead]

It may not need a filter

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Depends on the type of Hose you got.

[@charlieq2012]

THANKS MAN. my hose had to be turned LEFT direction. COUNTER CLOCKWISE. ..LEFTY LOOSY in order to go in. I was befulddled, hungry , under pressure to look cool in front of some females. ..KUDOS.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Glad it helped. Lol thanks for the comment and watching.

[@ronb6182]

Lefty loosely on the new tanks if you are using the other threads. The inside threads are the old style Lefty tighty. All gas tanks are like that even welding gas bottles the one pound bottles are standard right tight and left loose. 73

[@lynnecastonguay2577]

Best video ever! I've been freezing and so frustrated. Didn't know it's normal for it to take so long to light on the tank. Than you so much I was going to scrap it and buy something else because I was spending so much on on little containers.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for watching! I'm glad it worked out for you!

[@suezbell1]

Up vote. Thanks for the information.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for voting.

[@dougweir441]

Picked up a used very very dirty Big Buddy, not the pro but has the fan. Batteries were let in and leaked. I brought it home and cleaned everything up. Works like a charm. Came with a filter and 10' hose too. Picked it up for $15.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Sounds like you got a good deal , thanks for watching.

[@MrLmm001]

I would also like to add a tip for lighting. If you are hooking up a new tank and it takes a long time to ignite the pilot light is to use a grill lighter on the thermocoupler while holding the knob down. It will light in a few seconds vs lots of sparking with the igniter.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the information

[@BobPapadopoulos]

It also helps if you actually have it set to the Pilot setting when trying to light the pilot.

[@sherrystacyrn589]

I have the """smallest""" Mr. Buddy Heater and the "OFF" button does not push down "but a smidgen of a fraction". Once I turn it to "pilot", it pushes down further. I did everything else as per your video and it worked. Held down the pilot button about 20-30 seconds and then set to low, it worked right away. Thank's for this video as I have had my propane 20lb tank since last year and could not get it to work. Ended up using those small 16 oz Coleman tanks......that was costly. Stocked up this year on those 20lb tanks and got them filled before the prices went insane.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Sherry thanks for watching,

[@twylastubblefield1684]

Thank you for this video. You did a great job explaining how to set the heater up.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you very much Twyla

[@ghergiskurban9459]

Thank you so much Kevin. I was turning to right for a long time to tight the hose connect with tank and not works, but when I watched your video it helps me to done

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Glad it helped. Thanks for the comment and watching

[@ThePtgman]

Lots of great and "simple to understand" tips there! One potential problem I will comment on (learned from operating my BBQ and installing a new propane tank in it) is the need to SLOWLY open the tank valve so that the regulator can allow full pressure to flow through it. Maybe the regulator on the Mr. Heater is not as sensitive, but maybe it is!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the comment and the info.

[@TP42-sc6x]

I use this set up in my deer blind in the UP of Michigan ,I put a heat sink fan on top , works great , last all season.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Cool they are nice to have for hunting

[@tddr7666]

Sir you have helped me. I have My Buddy heater and wanted to know equipment and process for attaching to 20 lb tank. Thank you very much. My husband is sick and can’t do this and I am not knowledgeable on subject. Bless you!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

There is a link in the description should help

[@219Fishing]

Just bought the exact same heater for $20 at a garage sale will be getting the line setup for sure . Thanks .

[@Robinson-Homestead]

If I can help let me know.

[@JudiChristopher]

The fact that it took 15 minutes for you to be able to turn it on... did NOT exactly help the positive advertisement for Mr. Heater Buddy. I would have put it back in the box and taken it back to the store. I'm just glad you SHOWED us that we maybe have to do that... Thank you!!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the comment.

[@JudiChristopher]

@@Robinson-Homestead THANK YOU... for explaining that... That is important.

[@kellyprobst3533]

Oh ! Thanks. I tried a 20 lb tank, it didn’t work . Now I know it can take some time to get the air out

[@Robinson-Homestead]

That's why I do videos like this so people no it may take time.

[@JustMe-mp7zr]

Thanks! Thinking of buying one of these heaters - nice to see how to connect 20 lb tank!!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Glad i could help

[@rancherfarmerguy]

Thank you about the left hand threads. I had totally forget from 2 yrs ago

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the comment and watching.

[@mitch58100]

Thank you for a very clear, very understandable video that gets right to the point! I bought my Big Buddy Heater and am now ready to start it up for the first time. These instructions will get me safely going. Thanks again!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

You are welcome!

[@squirreldog7619]

I ran across this video looking for advice on how the bleed the air out of the line. I futzed with mine for about 45 minutes, thinking I had a bad OPD valve. The Buddy Heater worked great with the 1lb Cylinders, but the Tank and Hose were a no go. The same tank and hose worked great with a Coleman stove. No need to bleed the line. The Buddy Heater took forever to get the air out of the line. There has to be a better way. Now I just leave the hose hooked up until the tank is empty. Then go through the process again with a fresh tank.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the comment.

[@JamesSmith-jq2jc]

Next time, put it to pilot position, hold down, I hold mine about 10 seconds, mines the smaller one, release, push down again, you'll hear the igniter flash, it should light up. Read the instructions that came with it, it CLEARLY tells how simple it is to get lit.

[@davidburke3378]

I use a spray bottle with water and soap (No Foam). Spray the joints and even very tiny leaks will be detected. The foam will mask any small leaks.

[@craigkendall1952]

I'm a pretty handy guy. I've had a lot of life experiences. But I learned a lot from this video. Thank you so much.

[@Sherry-jx9hs]

If you didn't read comments just know that if you hook the tank to the filter if you loosen the hose until you smell gas coming out this will bleed the air out 90% so it will be easier to get it going rather than holding the pilot down for who knows how long to bleed it that way. I hope the guy who made this video edits his video to include this so people can have less problems with bleeding the line

[@craigkendall1952]

@@Sherry-jx9hs thank you. This should be a MAIN COMMENT. It would save a bunch of time.

[@KanakaMaoli713]

THANK YOU SO MUCH!! Sir you saved me SO much aggravation and anxiety. I’ve never used a 20lb propane tank in my life but our furnace is dying and it’s freezing in the house, the 1lb propane cylinders keep selling out and are so expensive, the fireplace doesn’t do diddlysquat to warm up the house. I was nervous about a gas leaks but I followed your video step by step so I’m confident I’ve done the safety checks, and I’m finally able to warm up the house when it drops below 30degrees outside. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@aSportishOne]

I know you have the 20lb tank already, but you can get an adapter to refill the 1lb bottles with the 20lb tank for much, much cheaper than buying new ones, just in case you have other uses for the bottles

[@annawofford559]

No power for 9 weeks tomorrow .I s arguing over estimate for havac not getting wiring and meter back first. Had to try something .I hate gas my sister in Illinois says I'm paranoid.she cooks and heats with gas

[@ronb6182]

I noticed that the hose is the old style for old tanks but will work on the new tanks as well. Will also work on 100 lb bottles as well also. They sell these hoses at Walmart as well. I never tried a hose on mine. I have the two tank model. I bought mine to kill bed bugs which i dont recommend because you are using the heater unattended and indoors. Im glad i didn't need to use that heater for my intended use they finally all died. I hope and dont wish that on my worst enemy. 73

[@DHP007]

Kevin - your videos have helped me many times. (Runaway battery bolt down, Runaway window sun shade install, and more.) I am planning my first winter camping trip in January and already have a Mr Buddy heater. Your video explains the easy way to use a 20# tank. Thank you for that! I have watched several videos that tried to show viewers the same thing, but they do not seem safe or offer the details that your video shows. Well done my friend! Keep the great videos coming. Dan in MD

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you glad to help my friend

[@lyndaclayton5813]

Alot late to this feed, I just bought my 1st propane heaterfor my house. No clue how to connect it, now I do, pray this will keep me warm this winter. It's only the 6th of November and I'm freezing cold

[@folkenbluzer]

Thanks for the 15 min heads up. I definitely would have decided I bought it broke. I was not happy about the box implying there was a hose for operating with 20 lb plus tanks. At least it stated no ac adapter for the fan. Thanks for the tips bud👍👍✌

[@josephhellstern949]

Thanks !! this was very helpful , i was about to give up on my Mr Buddy heater, I didn't now i had to bled the line

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Your welcome i glad i could help.

[@patriciareid437]

you can get a hose that does not require a filter by using part # F271803, it's a 12' hose, or F273704 for a 10' hose. F273702 & F272699 for a 12' and filter; or F273701 and F273699 for a 5' hose and filter

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the info Patricia

[@fretworkband3204]

Indeed. Thank you. Saved me from buying a filter.

[@jshepard152]

Exactly. Over time, it will be cheaper to buy the factory hose, versus replacing a lot of filters. More importantly, who knows if filters will be available to you when your power is out and every guy in town is burning his propane heater.

[@albinores]

Thanks for info. Got a big buddy today. I went with 1 lb bottles. I'll refill them when the time comes.👍

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Nice thanks for sharing.

[@Praetoria113-zm3no]

After opening up the valve on the tank to the heater you need to wait a bit for the hose to fill up. After done, just turn off the valve on tank and let the heater go out on it's own. Takes about two minutes or sonto burn off gas in the hose.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for watching

[@reobeo24]

I genuinely didn’t expect to find the exact video I need 😂 thank you ❤

[@Robinson-Homestead]

You're so welcome! Thanks for watching.

[@dmxm6763]

Thank you for the demonstration. Very helpful! I’m a girl and needed this 🙄

[@Robinson-Homestead]

You are very welcome and thank you for watching.

[@AntAtoll]

A better way to leak check the gas fitting, is to simply use a small bowl partially filled with about 1/4 cup of water then put several drops of Dawn liquid soap into the water and gently stir the mixture with a small spoon until it's mixed without creating any bubbles then spread the mixture over the fitting with a small 1 inch brush... If there are any leaks, bubbles will appear from the smooth mixture so you can see exactly where it's leaking.

[@stephenhiggins8650]

If you use bubbles to check for leaks you will not see new bubbles. The soap is to help it "stick to the threads then if it leaks bubbles will form. Great comment!

[@rich-bk7md]

37 years as a plumber I have been using Dawn for finding gas leaks and its better than the $20 bottles you buy at the supply house, I use a coffee cup and a paint brush to apply it bit definitely will try your method 😎

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you so much for the comment and watching.

[@zzubuzz]

Use a long nose lighter (Bic/Scripto/etc) to assist with lighting it, while in the pilot mode hold it there till there is a flame, then and only then turn it to low..if you don't see the burner light up turn it off and start over. Mine has been used so much that it is impossible to light it any other way. Never allow it to flow gas when it is not lit, there is a sensor that will not allow gas to flow if the pilot is not burning. Expect to do maintenance on it about every 100 hours of use, propane will build up an oily substance in the aluminum fuel tubes inside of it, you'll need to remove them and blow them out and flush with naphtha or Coleman camp fuel to get it out. It isn't easy to do, and if you do this you'll realize the manufacture designed it that way so you'll just throw it away and buy a new one. You have to take everything apart in order to access the aluminum tubes..I'd buy another brand if there were any. I have found the filters to be ineffective at preventing oily build up, so I quit using them.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the info.

[@margaretmartin3143]

wow.

[@DoyleShadduck]

I just take mine apart and clean them with carburetor cleaner and compressed air. It’s only difficult the 1st time. They’ll last if you take care of them and keep up with maintenance

[@danielbaker9847]

Your video was great for giving first time users the confidence to use their heater but . . . three (3) rapid clicks and the heater will light every time. What happens when one depresses the button and clicks is a small, metered amount of gas is emitted and the spark will attempt to light the gas. Three (3) clicks will build enough metered amounts of gas to allow for a successful ignition. A few more may be needed. Holding the button down will not allow more gas to escape. This would allow a dangerous buildup of gas. Do hold the button down for a few seconds to allow the thermocouple to get hot. Release the button for a few more seconds and then slightly depress and turn to desired selection to ignite burner. Make sure button is locked in desired position and is not left in between two (2) different selections. Enjoy the warmth. These heaters are awesome.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the comment

[@lornalacey8575]

Thank you for the step by step instructions. You make this simple and easy to do. Can't wait to hook up the big tank and get rid of the small bottles. Thanks again.

[@alm777]

How long will sm bottle last for heat?

[@kellyprobst3533]

@@alm777 6ish hours

[@alm777]

@@kellyprobst3533 Is that for the sm one pound tank if I run it low?Or a bigger tank?

[@racerfastbears2301]

@@alm777 Small tank about 6 hours... Big tank about 2 or 3 days...

[@The_clueless_Nomade]

Thank you, I definitely like how you get straight to the point. Watch lots of videos. By far, This is the best video I’ve seen explaining how to set it up. 😊

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks so much i appreciate you watching.

[@williamcfenton]

Kevin. There's a problem with what you're recommending. The hose that your showing in your video will cause a problem after sometime even though it is a Mr. Heater hose. The filter will later clog and pass into the heater. Instead it's recommended by Mr. Heater to use the new style 10foot hose that doesn't require a filter.

[@Randy2747]

Do you happen to have a link for this 10 foot hose? I am about to order the . Heater Buddy FLEX 11000-BTU

[@juvejim]

Where can you get the 10ft hose?

[@williamcfenton]

I purchased mine at Ace Hardware

[@pennylaur7687]

@@juvejim I got mine at tractor supply

[@dant6311]

@@pennylaur7687 after a drag show?

[@Polyester_Avalanche]

Thank you. I figured I'd better watch a "how-to" before attempting this. Glad I did. I would have gotten held up on the air purge part.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

I know it took a while to purge mine but it all worked out so thanks for watching.

[@dameek47]

If you get the Mister Heater 10' hose you don't need a filter. All other of their hoses you will need a filter. It states on the back of the packaging on the 10' that no filter is needed.

[@jshepard152]

Correct. Mr. Heater part# F273704 is a hose that does not leach oil and does not require a filter.

[@RonnieTucker1]

Thanks for mentioning that it took about 15 minutes. I just added the filter to my heater and was kinda worried when it wouldn't light after a few minutes of trying.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for watching

[@ettakelly933]

Yes, indeed this does help me. I am a lady trying to navigate through this process and all this certainly does give me more knowledge and definitely more peace of mind. I am currently using the small bottles with my Mr. Heater. Have a carbon monoxide/gas detector. I got another 2 tank Mr. Buddy and it was a failure. It leaked so it had to be returned got another single bottle just like the one I had and it's good.

[@Grabfma040508]

So how is your mr. Buddy working for you now ? Any problems ?

[@jshepard152]

The Buddy heater is unlikely to produce carbon monoxide. The real danger of a Buddy heater is that any device that burns can exhaust all the oxygen from an enclosed space. It's unlikely, but possible, and I would not trust my life to a $2 oxygen cutoff sensor. Just make sure you have some ventilation for a bit of fresh air to come in.

[@Subpilot57]

I followed it to a T - thank you. But I have pretty bad arthritis and holding that button for 15 minutes... I tried something else. I turned gas on to low for about three minutes (outside w a breeze.) Then turned it off for 5 minutes, then tried to light it and it lit right up. Been running about 15 minutes now. It's great!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the comment one day I will do video on how to light it faster.

[@basedwinner1]

Thank you for the video and the link. I was having a hell of a time finding the right hose. God bless

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Glad i could help

[@gracie3174]

Same here…I didn’t know what I needed! You really helped👍

[@MrRollingBlock]

As a former "Teck", I can say this is one of the BEST I have seen.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you so much that means a lot and thanks for watching.

[@Hatch61]

Great information Kevin. On high, you would eat through a one pound tank in a couple hours. Be well my friend.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

You got that right! to fast the 20# is working great God bless my friend.

[@chuckyredneckerson6035]

Bleed the line before lighting heater.

[@jenniferstevens7757]

I watched this video this morning, went on Marketplace immediately after, and scored this exact model for $50!!! I'm over the moon happy. Bring it on Mother Nature. 😆

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Jennifer, that is a great price you are ready for cold weather now.

[@STBRetired1]

I believe there has been an update to the Amazon listing. Now they recommend using their 10' hose assembly (F273704) which does NOT require the filter. Apparently, when this video was made and using the F273701 hose that hose was made with oils in the rubber that can leach out under pressure. Hence, the need for a filter so the oil doesn't gum up the internals of the Big Buddy heater. The new hose (F273704) is made without oil so there is nothing to leach out and cause problems with the Big Buddy. Is this correct?

[@dorothyclemmer5099]

I put that code into Amazon and many hoses were presented. Can't seem to find the correct one. And why a 10 foot hose?

[@patricksnead6546]

Yep! That's what I did too. The 10' hose lets me move the heater away from the tank. I can't remember but they say the type of hose allows you to not have to use a filter. Mine is the older heater with the fan. I love that option. And of course I have a carbon monoxide meter handy. The only time it went off was when the tank was almost empty and the pressure was low and caused insufficient buen.

[@STBRetired1]

@@patricksnead6546 That's interesting you mention that your heater has a fan and it is an older model. Seems like I've seen other comments about them not putting a fan in their heaters anymore. But, I just bought my heater a month ago at the local Lowes and it does have the fan. I wouldn't think Lowes has such old stock around but maybe they do. Or, maybe Big Buddy changed their mind and started putting fans back into their heaters after public demand.

[@patricksnead6546]

@@STBRetired1 Hopefully they listened to their customers. Even if it is older stock, they're still good heaters. Wish I could find the power supply for the fan. D-cell batteries aren't cheap!

[@lindaherring5802]

Thank you SO much for this video. I was so afraid to hook this up and even watched a few other videos, but your video gave me all the info I needed, especially how to check for leaks. Thank you!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

You are so welcome i am glad i could help, thanks for watching.

[@WiSeNhEiMeR-1369]

I generally attach the HOSE to my TANK 1st ... then ... crack the VALVE momentarily ... then attach to my HEATER ... almost ZERO "purging"

[@marktwain368]

That makes more sense.

[@CaboWabotv]

I suggest springing for the 10ft hose F273704 because it doesn't need any filter and will save you money in the long run because filters need to be changed annually

[@jshepard152]

Spot on.

[@michelleallport9703]

Was hesitant on buying one, thought it might be too complicated. After watching your vid I'm confidant I can hook it up properly. ty

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Glad i could help

[@onemansjunk1252]

@@Robinson-Homestead when you turn gas off how long does it take to run out gas in hose?

[@jessicashifflett3905]

Your video is super informative and easy to follow. Thank you for making it.

[@earnie219]

I would crack the connection under pressure at the heater and be done with it. Like when your furnace is primed after running out of gas. Good video by the way sir. You help a lot of folks.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you

[@parischildress20childress99]

Thank thank you this has been the most helpful video by far on how to attach the propane hose and tank,thanks for pointing out the instruction label and the heater on the vendor numbers for accessories👍👍👍👍

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you

[@lelandfields3783]

I just barely open the propane tank when im starting my buddy then slowly open it more after it gets going. When i opened it up all the way in the beginning the buddy fluttered and quit running after a few minutes. Works perfect since i slowly turned the propane on.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for sharing and for watching.

[@jimamccracken5783]

Kevin, thanks for the video very informative clear precise, and good solid verbal instructions. Probably order one for my new workshop. I have three Inch styrofoam insulation sheets in-ceiling and all walls. A friend told me I could probably heat it with a candle LOL. Thanks and we Naomi and I appreciate you and Julie.

[@turkeyslayer63]

I know you have to cater to those who can't brush their teeth but I don't know a single HVAC tech who would wait 15 minutes to purge the line through a pilot orifice we would just purge the line first at the regulator then another 45 seconds through the pilot but in the safety world you are correct on how to teach the common public

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you for the comment and watching.

[@kina18]

If you use this for emergency heat in your home, does the tank stay inside or does it have to be ran through a window or something? Sorry if this is a dumb question but all of this is new to me.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Not a dumb question You should have it outside I have seen campers with them inside but vented to the outside you must always use the soapy water to check for leaks with the valve on. Thank you for the comment.

[@kina18]

@@Robinson-Homestead Thank you for replying. That was the one thing confusing me.

[@gracie3174]

@@kina18 me too! I wasn’t sure either👍

[@AdamiIAm]

@@Robinson-Homestead When tank is inside, How do U vent to the outside??...Thanks😊

[@johnavendano9869]

I use to hold down the pilot, then i will move to the left (off) but all the time holding it, until you will hear the "click" then you move it to the right (pilot) again to do the sparks jump over the gas , the fire will start quickly and easier. thanks for the video Kevin, it help me a lot

[@wildew6152]

If you want it to light quicker just purge the line before attaching it. Attach line to 20lb tank and open valve, depress the valve in the end of the hose that attaches to the heater and in about 2 seconds the line will be purged of air. Attach it to the heater and she is ready to light.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the info.