Reddy Heater 200,000 BTU Kerosene Forced-Air Heater #R200BT

• 200,000 Btu forced-air kerosene heater with thermostat
• For large construction, commercial, and industrial sites; heats up to 4,700 square feet
• Built-in automatic thermostat maintains constant temperature and saves fuel
• 13.5-gallon tank; 9.5 hours run time on full tank
• Provide minimum 3-square-foot opening of outside air per 100,000 Btu; limited lifetime warranty

Amazon.com Product Description:
At 200,000 Btu, the Reddy Heater R200BT kerosene heater can heat up to 4,700 square feet--perfect for large construction sites. Its 13.5-gallon tank makes hoses and fuel cylinders unnecessary, and the included fuel gauge lets you know when it's time to refill. For maximum efficiency, the unit also includes a built-in thermostat. The R200BT accepts a variety of fuels, including kerosene, #1/#2 diesel/fuel oil, JET A or JP-8 fuels. The R60A is portable, thanks to the metal handle and rugged 10-inch pneumatic tires. CSA certified. One-year warranty.--Josh Dettweiler What's in the Box Heater (upper shell, combustion chamber, photocell bracket, photocell assembly, burner head assembly, fan, motor and pump assembly, rubber, bumper, motor mounting bracket, foam gasket, ignition control assembly, fan guard, drain plug with "o" ring, rubber bushing, fuel line, fuel filter, fuel line, tube, rubber bushing, airline, lower shell, fuel tank, fuel cap with gauge, p.c. board support, strain relief bushing, power cord, side cover, on/off switch with cover, thermostat, thermostat knob, wire assembly), owner's manual Five Tips for Buying a Heater Choosing a space heater is a matter of sifting through a bewildering array of types, power ratings, and fuel sources. Let's break it down a little to make the process easier. What are the different types of space heaters? Radiant heaters emit infrared radiation that directly warms the objects in front of the heaters (rather than the surrounding air). If you only need heat by a desk or in a small section of a room, a radiant heater is quiet and will use very little power. Forced-air heaters use a fan to blow air that has been warmed by metal or ceramic heating elements. A forced-air heater is appropriate for quickly heating up a small- to medium-sized room, but can be noisy. Convection heaters draw cold air from the floor; the air is warmed by heating coils and emitted from the top of the heater. A convection heater is appropriate for quickly heating up a small- to medium-sized room, but also can be noisy. Radiators work by heating oil enclosed in a reservoir, gradually heating the surrounding air. If heating speed isn't an issue, you might want to opt for a radiator. These are extremely quiet and effective--perfect for bedrooms. Should I buy an electric or a combustion model? If you want a heater that will be available in emergencies, or that can heat areas larger than a single room, choose a "combustion" model--one that is powered by a gas or fuel like propane, kerosene, natural gas, or diesel. Which fuel type you choose depends largely on convenience and local availability. For example, diesel would be appropriate for a heater you take with you on long car trips. How powerful a heater do I need? Heaters are rated by BTU, which stands for British Thermal Unit (the amount of heat needed to heat one pound of water by 1 degree F). To find out how many BTU you need: Calculate the volume of the space to be heated by multiplying square footage by height. Multiply that number by 4 if your insulation is poor, 3 if it's average, or 2 if it's good. The resulting number is a ballpark figure for how many BTU you'll need. Do space heaters cost a lot to operate? As a general rule, electric space heaters are more expensive to use than combustion models. To ensure energy efficiency, a thermostat is a must-have feature for any heater. For radiant heaters, models with a 360 degree heating surface can heat larger spaces. If you need a forced-air heater, models with ceramic elements tend to be more efficient. Are space heaters a fire hazard? Space heaters are implicated in about 25,000 residential fires every year. To ensure proper safety, always follow the manufacturer's usage instructions and fill out the warranty card to receive informational updates from the manufacturer. Also, look for extra safety features such as an automatic shutoff switch that can shut down the unit if, for example, it gets upended. In addition, choose a model where the heating element is adequately enclosed within the unit.

A Mechanic's Recommendation:
A relative of mine is a mechanic a recently purchased this Reddy Heater. He really likes it and thinks it was an investment well made. He has a fairly large garage that he works in and this heater did an amazing job of keeping his work area warm. I hung-out in his garage one day while he was working. The temperature outside was about 10 degrees Fahrenheit. I tried to stay out of the work area to give him space to work. I was a bit chilly, but not as cold as I would have been otherwise. However, the area surrounding the car he was working on (where this heater was focused) was quite toasty; it felt like a nice summer day. I was amazed at how well a job this heater was able to do. Apparently the heater can go for about 2 1/2 -3 hours at full blast without being refilled. From the size of this Reddy Heater, it's not something I would recommend for a home garage or even a small garage. However, for a building that is a building that is larger and that has no other source of heat, this Reddy Heater seems to work rather well.