Common Temporary Heater Problems
Throughout the years we have compiled a list of the most common problems when installing or moving heaters to a new location. Most of these checks are very easy to do and will help get your heater up and running quicker.

MOST COMMON PROBLEMS FOR PORTABLE HEATERS
- Low or incorrect gas pressure (follow manufactures recommendations)
- Low or incorrect ac voltage (use dedicated supply power)
- No ground lug on ac cord
- Reverse polarity on plug in (incorrect wiring on plug replacement)
- Incorrect ac supply cord size and length
- Improper exhaust duct sizing and diverters not being used (follow manufactures guidelines)
- Improper or no first stage regulator (follow manufactures guidelines)
- Improper size and length of gas supply line
- Insufficient vaporization at supply caused by improperly sized propane tank
- Improper enclosure (when heaters are installed partially to the outside for fresh air intake, follow manufactures guidelines for minimal clearance to combustibles)
- Improper ducting for air discharge (too long or coiled up causing restrictions)
- Using incorrect fuel type for ambient temperature
