Does anyone know if this can this be used indoors while on LP mode - like inside an RV, or does it need to be ventilated?
630267
The unit directions say not to use in a confined space, small room, tent etc without ventilation. Common sense would dictate that it can be used in an RV if some windows were open. The unit consumes only 1/2 pound of LP a day, so the flame has to be relatively small thus consuming little oxygen and producing little carbon dioxide. Bottom line I would not sleep in a tent with it but an RV with a few windows cracked I would. Hope this helps.
630268
As someone in the propane industry for ten years i highly discourage the use of this product on propane in an inclosed area. Although it does only contain a small flame there are a few issues. First and foremost the burning of the flame will produce not only heat but deadly carbon monoxide gas. The second issue is if you are using it in a confined space you will have to bring the supply of gas inside or run a hose inside that would contain high pressure to the regulator both of which are highly dangerous and against any code I have ever seen.
630269
It needs to be ventilated. I have used it so far in my tent on propane and on 12 volt in my car while traveling. It does put out some heat as all refrigerators do. If I were to use it in my RV then I would leave some windows open or put it in my tow vehicle with windows open also.
630270
i say yes . i use 2 of them in my camp. i put a window down 2 to 3 in..an it is ok no gas oder
727237
The unit has a fan that makes noice when venting to prevent from getting hot when use. Hope this helps.
91793
While I am not aware of the technical specs, I do not believe that use while the passenger compartment of a vehicle is vented or air conditioned during operation would be likely to present any problem. Leaving the device attached to the window when the vehicle is parked or standing in the hot sun, on the other hand, would strike me as not being a good idea. Common sense is probably a pretty good guide here.
1701894
Works great outdoors, indoors would make sure vented properly. We use propane and i would not use propane inside, too dangerous
134113
I used it on a homemade garden sprayer. I do concur, it is quite loud. I assume in an RV, it would be noisy as well.
1921260
Yes, you must vent it. An air conditioner that is not vented would just pump the hot air back into the room.
1465392
The unit definitely needs ventilation. There are specs in the literature .... or you can contact Sterilight for specifications.
1644961
It is very true, there is no noise at all in any mode of operation. It is a cooler just like the one you find in a RV except it doesn't require any electrical control voltage to run in the propane mode.
1829840
This product is used in hotels and restaurants, so it "should" be OK with adequate ventilation - it is alcohol-based and needs air as with any fuel, and produces gas by-products. However, I respectfully refer you to the manufacturer's page where they can answer your question better than I can. If you still have questions, check the product at your local Wal-Mart camping section and see the usage instructions on the product, as there may different indoor-outdoor formulas/versions of the product. The link is here: ( http://www.sterno.com/pro/pages/education.html )
1535913
We use ours in a 25' motorhome. Have had no problem. We keep a roof vent open as always in an RV to vent moisture and provide some ventilation. Works well and puts out some good heat.
727239
The unit has a fan that makes noice when venting to prevent from getting hot when use.Hope this helps.
397348
I would not use this inside a tent without proper ventilation. What I'd suggest instead is to use it to heat up water, then take that warm bottle and keep between your shirt and jacket.
822842
I use it indoors just make sure you open a window or somehing of that nature to allow carbon monoxide out and fresh air in. Coleman will tell you no either way as a cover thine a.. statement lol
1385335
Yes. You can not vent inside a structure. If you were mounting outside a garage the go with this unit. INSIDE a garage you NEED and indoor unit that exhausts to the exterior thru a vent. Mounting this unit in your garage is like running you car inside with the door shut - it will kill you from the CO2.
1391928
I understand that one can get a hose to attach to the heater to allow for venting. If you did that, I believe it would be fully safe; at least I personally would be willing to use it inside if fumes were vented out. Otherwise, I would not use it inside while I was sleeping.
108490
All propane heaters consume oxygen. If you use it in an RV, you should leave a couple of windows open at least a little to make sure you do not suffer from lack of oxygen. The heater should turn off before that happens, but better safe than sorry.
618526
Personally, I would not recommend this for indoors. It really only heats in an upward direction, and not a very large area at that. Being propane powered, I would not recommend for indoors unless properly ventilated and by doing that, you lose a lot of heat.