Space Heater FIX - Lights but won't stay lit

[@PatrickPixely]

Hey brother, you rock man. Wish I had all the old ones back at throwaway . LOL

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

Thanks man! From all the comments on this video it’s stunning to me to see how these often come from the factory not set correctly! Crazy.

[@codyfisher3706]

Hell yea brotha thanks. P.s. who tf would push thumbs down? They must have issues. Videos like this help make people's lives easier in a difficult or time sensitive situation. 👍👍👍👍👍

[@mikekast8084]

Thanks for this video!! I bought a similar heater (different brand; same BTU rating) yesterday, and I had the same problem, right out of the box. I was not happy to say the least; especially since I had to drive 120 miles round trip to get it and in the mid-sized city that I had to go to, there was hardly one left anywhere to be found due to the cold snap we're in. I got the last one one the shelf at the store I bought from. I found your video, and followed your very clear instructions and it works like a charm now. I'm not the most handy guy and I didn't even know what a thermocoupler was until I saw your video, so thank you so much for taking the time to post it!

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

No problem, glad I could help!

[@kenheath8312]

Thanks for the tip. Bought one of these a couple years ago had same problem. Did what you suggested and walla! Works great. Thanks for this tip. All the best!🌞

[@barrykilts4506]

Cools beans I have a different brand but same basic heater I’ll give it ago,that’s what always goes out on the house furnace but little heater hasn’t had that much use yet.thanks for the info

[@dirtysquared]

Thanks buddy. I was at the end of my rope with this heater. Adjusted the thermocouple, and it's keeping my garage warm in this sub zero weather now. Happy holidays to you.

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

I’m glad it worked, stay safe out there and Merry Christmas!

[@apptechman5932]

Excellent video to fix my 20 year old heater, The only thing I would like to add is that you can also take a piece of fine sandpaper and go over the thermo coupler to clean dirt off of it. The dirt on it also insulates it just a little bit so it may lose some sensitivity. That is what I would try first, if the brand someone is working on does not have the adjuster nut. Once again, thank you.

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

Sounds good, thanks for the tip!

[@artdecco8617]

I have a Dyna-glo 40btu. The Igniter works, but no flame. Would that be a thermocoupler, or maybe the Regulator? Great video.

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

Thank you. I’m not sure, but my first guess would be the regulator or something if it’s not lighting and your igniter is working.

[@daveriedel9187]

Can I ask a technical question? I have a 1996 propane torpedo heater that goes up to 100,000 btu. The regulator that came with it has a light blue screw-on cap that came off and the set screw inside turns easily. How can the regulator be adjusted if need be? 2nd of all if I have to replace the regulator, can I use a generic one from a box store, or do I need one that will allow flow for up to 100,000 btu? I am new to propane torpedo heaters. I have always used sunflower heaters. Love this video .

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

I’m sorry I don’t know the answer to that question, but perhaps someone on here will!

[@daveriedel9187]

@@ExcellenceInAgriculture I hope so. I just got the heater today and don't want it to blow up when firing it up for the 1st time.

[@briansansone]

Thanks! I was about to throw mine in the trash. It worked once, when it was new, and then that was it; it malfunctioned. I was surprised to find a video on that specific problem; but here it is! Thanks for sharing.

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

Your welcome, thanks for watching!

[@swright4000]

ty ~mine is brand new and wont stay lit.

[@justreviews8082]

Worked right away on my heater. Thank you very much for your video!!

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

Your welcome, I’m glad it worked!

[@rexyredskin]

Awesome! Thanks man Been looking for a video like this for a while. Heater works fine now.

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

Thats awesome! Glad it helped!

[@stevebangs8050]

I have a Stanley (Model #ST-60HB2-GFA ) that I was about ready to toss or tear apart. Looked at your video, and moved the thermocouple out and its working again.

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

That’s awesome! I’m glad it worked!

[@Armilite1]

I just bought one of these Mr. Heater 30K-60k BTU on Sale for $119 and I like it. Diffinetly Quiter. My Insulated Garage is only 24ft x 28ft. My only CON is my Old Dyno Glo was a variable 30k-40k-50k Heater. Never had to go Higher than 40k. On the Dyna Glo, you started it at the 30k setting and when the Knob comes out, it allowed you to turn it up or down even lower than 30K. I like to keep my Garage/Work Shop at 38-40F in the Winter, I have a lot of Tools. We could turn the Flame down to about 3.0 inches on the coldest days and keep it in that 38-40F range. A 20 lb bottle would last about 34-36hrs so I'm guessing it was around 16-18k BTU on that lowest setting. So I'm wondering if a Mr. Heater could be adapted to do the same thing?

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

Perhaps, if you succeed at doing so let us know! That would be very interesting.

[@quincymurray7088]

Thank you! It worked. Cleaned it up, extended the shaft like you said. Perfect!! Thank you

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

That’s great! I’m glad it worked!!

[@dennisrphymurphy7929]

Thanks,Bud. I have a sore thumb from holding the "choke" button down. I screwed with it all day today. I'll be addressing it tomorrow. ... -23 .. New Brunswick, Canada

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

I know the feeling, did you get it going?

[@dhenon36]

Thanks bud. Big help, this is the second one of these heaters I’ve had and they both did the same thing. Your fix worked like a charm. Just wish I didn’t throw the other one out😢

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

I know the feeling, glad you got it going though!

[@timothymcpherson5652]

Haven’t tried yet… but I bet it’ll work…good job sharing 😎

[@adamlasyone7800]

Thanks

[@El-matador787]

Thanks brother.

[@DuaneGrigg-jy2gj]

Very helpful my man thank you

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

No problem 👍

[@troyhester7980]

Hey man just wanted to let you know that I really appreciate your video because I was fixing to toss it in the scrap pile, because I could never find out what was wrong it would burn fine but as soon as I let go of the knob it would go out instead of staying lite and I even looked at the company website for a way to fix it but I couldn't find a single commit or video explaining why or what was causing the problem, but I found your video and even more suggestions in the comments like using sandpaper to clean it, but I agree with you on trying to fix it yourself and I feel like the companies are not even trying to give you some information on fixing it because you are not buying a new unit or replacement parts, which is more business for them, even though it's not the most expensive thing on the market, but to some people a $100 is a bunch of money and to other people it's just pocket change.

[@sandonbate6913]

This was a perfect fix for me. Thank you!

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

Your welcome! I’m glad it worked!

[@hershalgroundjr585]

Thank you for the video that was very helpful got my torpedo working good

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

That’s great!

[@duke792]

I replaced mine yesterday - I got cocky thinking that was it, and it keeps going out. If I play with the gas button a bit it stays on - are you supposed to slowly depress the gas button?

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

Not sure, I believe you are supposed to slowly let out the button when you light it.

[@arhythmatic88]

Does this work like bypassing the thermocouple? So I dont have to bypass the thermocouple to keep constant blowing of heat? Just turn the nut instead of bypass the thermocouple??

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

You should be able to just adjust it instead of bypassing, if yours is adjustable. Hope you get it working!

[@nybergsgarage]

nice fix. but when did you guys get snow? all we got is fog!

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

Stephen Nyberg this video was recorded back in January

[@nybergsgarage]

@@ExcellenceInAgriculture ah, I see. did you get a new computer for editing? I notice your video has the intro and the outro now.

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

Stephen Nyberg yes I did, still figuring it all out but I do like what I got

[@nybergsgarage]

@@ExcellenceInAgriculture neat! I'd like to see it sometime.

[@mandimclellan7645]

Worked like a charm. Thank you!!

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

That’s great! I’m glad it worked!

[@billybobjo4200]

It did work but do you know why it is still not as hot a it use to be have the same heater

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

Sorry I don't know, glad I was of some help though!

[@cecilbutler3936]

Thanks Man. Will try it when I get home

[@boyo57]

Thanks for the tip, will try it on mine when I'm back to work on Monday. It suddenly won't light for some reason.

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

You’re welcome, I hope you get it working again!

[@stevesfascinations1516]

Not sure where you are, but I am in Canada. It is cold here. Really cold in the shop. My heater was doing the same thing, not staying on when you release the bypass button. I tried your trick, and it worked! Now I can take the vice grips off the fussy monster! Thank you so much for posting this simple but effective repair.

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

You’re welcome! I’m glad it worked for you. We’re in North Dakota, so we get a little cold! Haha

[@hugolechuga6468]

Your the man thanks for the advice

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

Glad I could help, thanks for watching!

[@lostintime8651]

*you're

[@thebeav55]

Worked like a charm ! Thanks much !

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

That’s great! Thanks for the comment!

[@BrandonSalas-us8mm]

Thx I’m confident she will work

[@jamescampos2947]

I'm in awe . This shit actually works!!! I have heat again. Thanks dude

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

Your welcome, glad I could help!

[@djbenysk1]

Thank you for posting this video, and the solution to the problem I was having with my heater. Worked like a charm! +1 Sub👍

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

Great! I’m glad it worked, thanks!

[@unknownreacts1985]

This is exactly what mine is doing. I'm going to go home after work and work on it. Thanks brother. Btw I got so frustrated with the heater months ago and just left it outside. Do you think I ruined it by doing so. We about to get a lot of ice and I'm sure the power will go out. Got to find a way to keep my family warm

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

I hope this helps you get it going! But if yours is like mine, you still need power for the fan to run. And be careful about carbon monoxide, I've heard on the news of a couple people who died by going to alternatives for heat. By leaving it outside I wouldn't think that would ruin it, your ignitor might be damaged so you may need a different way to light it. Anyway, stay safe and I hope you get your heater going again!

[@unknownreacts1985]

@@ExcellenceInAgriculture lol yes when I went home yesterday I noticed the electrical plug hanging off the back of it 🤦‍♂️ but the good news was we didnt lose power. I put it in the dry and this weekend I'm going to work on it. I agree with the carbon monoxide poisoning. I will only use it in my garage with the windows open and the door cracked. Thanks brother

[@waynes2333]

I better go play the lottery. Have the exact same problem with the exact same Mr. Heater except mine is like brand new... Thanks Dude!!!

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

You’re welcome!

[@markgood2318]

What size regulator does this heater use

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

@@markgood2318 not sure, it’s whatever came with it from the factory.

[@Johnston1]

Thank you!

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

Your welcome!

[@tjhinton7423]

Thanks brethren!

[@codyhollinger6531]

Thanks for the helpful info.

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

Glad I could help!

[@keithking4713]

Yessir your the man worked perfect I didn't have to adjust mine just let it warm up longer than normal but going to have to soon it's going bad pretty quick thanks for the vid

[@wmlbiker1]

excellent vid, I have the exact same symptom. This may do the trick, thanks!

[@ycityproductions]

What size Thremocouple is that? Thanks in advance!

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

Not sure what the size is, and I’m sure they vary depending on the model. You can search your model and find the part number online usually and that can tell you the size. Thanks for watching!

[@Cream_of_sum_yung_gai]

Sometimes the problem is a loose or dirty connection between the thermocouple and the safety valve. The electrical current is extremely low and a bad connection will cause this problem.

[@Mikewheeler131]

My boss gave me one similar, of course theybdont make em anymore, but its "brand new".. wasn't sure if i was doing something wrong (like not holding it for a while) and couldn't find anything on here. Needless to say, but thanks ✌

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

You’re welcome, thanks for watching! Mine is pretty much “brand new” as well but It had this problem.

[@emilebichelberger7590]

I have the same problem, lights but won’t stay lit. I have adjusted it all the way out and still no luck. Think I may need a new one

[@Jrh1471]

Thank you for the video

[@waltmooredanwilson8754]

Thanks for sharing your video. I enjoyed watching. Take care and God Bless.

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

Thanks for watching! God bless

[@mitchmiller5143]

Easiest Fix for a Mr. Heater propane heater and I recommend you start here before you try anything else. What happens tells you what the propane thermocouple is working or not.

[@michaelteofilov9959]

Thanks, man! Very useful and exactly what I was looking for - I too saw the vid where the guy changed the part, but I was sure there must be another way and I do not have the heater with me in order to experiment, so your presentation pretty much gave me confidence it will be an easy fix tomorrow. BTW, for the next vid - less stoned = less slurred talk and less "Whatcha gotta do is you take these three screws out on the back... (shows a nice blue-green wire)" :))) This is just a friendly joke&suggestion, mate, please do not take the slightest offense. Also, I am a foreigner, so that might be why I had to listen twice to some parts in order to understand them. All in all, great job and a great little princess!

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

No offense taken, I want to think I've gotten better being on camera. Back when I made this video I was still pretty nervous recording myself. Thanks for watching and I hope you get your heater up and running!

[@theloneviking9145]

@@ExcellenceInAgriculture I thought you were great! You were very clear and concise considering how cold it must’ve been. I’m trying to get my heater working and came across your video. Thank you for your time in making these videos.

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

@@theloneviking9145 thank you! Hope you get yours working!

[@ramboperkins7213]

Thank you very much!

[@cbernard576]

It WORKED 💪....THANK YOUUUUUI SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO...YES I SUBSCRIBED YAAY

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

You’re welcome! I’m glad it worked!

[@stepitupmorons8704]

thank you,,,, God bless,, great stuffff,, amen,.

[@dougelsing1077]

Thanks dude, I appreciate it.

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

You’re welcome!

[@WWJD.]

Nice Job!!

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

Thanks!

[@thecoyoteguy9098]

Thanks a ton man

[@charosenz]

Perfect. Just what I needed to know!!!! I am sure that is what mine is doing as well. Thanks!!!

[@erichzimmerman4040]

Me too. I have an all-pro heater that's doing the same thing. Hope this works!

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

I hope so as well!

[@seattledelgado7735]

Mine does the same thing but has an automatic igniter so this couldn’t help me

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

I hope you get it going regardless, if you do maybe share it with us how you got it going!

[@duaneskow2295]

Thanks for the help, I had to buy a new thermal coupling, but your video was very helpful, thanks again !!

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@kdscrapping4452]

Mine lights , but will not get a bigger flame!!

[@88Heckenlively]

Didn't work 😵 lol. Harbor Freight Bauer pos. Not giving up.

[@Steemoney]

Thank you! 🎉🎉

[@ExcellenceInAgriculture]

@@Steemoney you’re welcome!