how long does a 20lb tank last with of these heaters?
1274478
Not sure have only used once, for about 5 hours and did not seem to use much propane. Estimating about 40 hours.
1274479
It, of course, depends on whether the average setting is 'high" or "low".For me, it has been about 15 to 20 hours on the "almost always on high" setting.
1274480
Well. Obviously it will last as long as you run it to a degree. I have used my two for a season now. I thought I'd use it equally in the fall as the spring but I used them mostly in the fall and hardly any in the spring. I'd say I used about two tanks per heater for the fall with fairly heavy use. When you entertain on a patio burning both on full you'll burn more fuel but many times it's just my wife and I drinking coffee or reading for a spell with them turned back a bit. I do not harbor any sentiments that I've bought two gas hogs. No more than a gas grill.
597603
There are far fewer impurities in the small canisters than the larger tanks. I've used both the 1 lb. and 20 lb. tanks with the fuel filter. I would recommend the fuel filter either way. We've had our heater for about 10 years and still going strong. It's worth the small investment.
886245
Our heater will last about 8 hours on a gallon on a low setting which keeps our 2000 square foot ranch home (our home is very open). We clean our wick about every 2 weeks). Using a high setting will really use up the kerosene
2201356
40 lb tank works much better as the 20 lb tank can freeze up if you run it continuously.
1492019
Hi. In all honesty i don't know what heaters to use precisely, because the fish that i get don't really need the hearter. I avoid getting high maintenance fish for this tank. I figure its small and simple. So if i was you, i wouldn't get expensive fish. The fish i have is 1 albino pleco, 5neon barbs, 5zebras skinny fish.Thats it. &the; tank looks great. They alive since jan 2014.
2275313
Generac lists this answer on their website as a spec sheet. As the generator can run on either 20 or 30 lb tanks I'll provide both answers. Luckily I don't have first hand data for this question. 20 lbs = 4.75 hrs @ half load 30 lbs = 7 hrs @ half load You can follow this link and select "Spec Sheet" and get the answer direct from them along with other data. http://www.generac.com/Portables/LPSeries/LP5500/
120037
My tank is 30 and this one works perfect since its right in the middle of the ranges. If u have a 20 I'd go with the smaller one.
2275309
Dear Friend, I have this item, but have not ran it long enough to give first hand info on this part. HOWEVER, much research including reading the Owners Manual & other peoples reviews, leads me to believe appx 8 hours is a good estimate. Seems like if you run a light load, you might stretch it to almost 10 hours. This is for a 20 lbs. Tank. I have based my back-up supply on 8 hours and have decided to be happy for any minutes I get past that mark. Good luck, R2
1937247
Per another site (https://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20081023082349AAiiA4y) there are 433,000 BTU in a 20lb (BBQ size) tank. At max, the Mr Heater is rated for 45,000BTU/hr. 433,000/45,000 = 9.62 hours of run time.At min, it is rated at 10,000BTU/hr. 433,000/10,000 = 43.3 hours of run time.
498812
Usually a tank will last 8 hrs if you leave it at medium heat to low. Depending in the space required to heat. So if you the calculations. 20 min X 3 = 60 min 3X8=24. So about 24 times give or take a few.
1850260
Honestly, I've never used the canisters. I've only used the 20 lb. tank. There is a smaller tank and I think it's a 5 lb. tank that I intend on purchasing. One of the two tanks I just mentioned will be your best out. They can be refilled. The small canister are a waste. I've seen them used and they don't last long at all. They will frost up when they get to a certain level and no longer puts the propane through and the heater is useless. So just get the 5 or 20 lb. tank and you will be happy.
1619855
I have had three fires so far lasting about three hours each time and I am about 3/4 full now on 20lb. tank.
1534593
No you can not use a 20lb tank. We live in a condo and we love it. A one pound tank works great for us.
1492021
Hi. In all honesty i don't know what heaters to use precisely, because the fish that i get don't really need the hearter. I avoid getting high maintenance fish for this tank. I figure its small and simple. So if i was you, i wouldn't get expensive fish. The fish i have is 1 albino pleco, 5neon barbs, 5zebras skinny fish.Thats it. &the tank looks great. They alive since jan 2014.
1565840
I would have to agree w/ Toshi...if you are going to use this for primary heat, you should get a larger capacity tank else you will be RE-filling it ALL the time! :P...I only use this heater as my back-up emergency heat source & I run it off a 20lb (think BBQ tank!) & 30lb (travel trailer size) tank for convenience...one 20 lb tank heating about 1000sq. ft will only last me about 1-2 days when extremely cold out (less than 20 degrees or so), otherwise if the temperatures are 'moderate' you may actually get a few days from a 20lb tank! Hope this helps! ;)
1304342
3 years. It's not as long as other units, but it's probably one of, if not the best quality heater on the market. I'm beyond the 3 year mark with mine and I love it. It sure beats having a tank heater that requires maintenance and a fear of leaking. As far as I'm concerned I'm expecting a 15+ year lifespan and wouldn't be surprised to surpass 25 years. A tank heater is lucky to last over 12 years.
2063293
We run one of our kozy world heaters off our big 300 tank, but for our guest cottage we use a 20lb, about to increase to a 40lb just to keep from refilling. Runs fine for us.