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Patio Heater Review
Patio heaters used to be a luxury item that you would only
see at a restaurant in Napa Valley, today they are becoming commonplace
to many patios, screened in porches and decks.
Having used and researched
multiple different brands of patio heaters it became clearly obvious who
is the the industry leader. Blue Rhino, with vase knowledge and experience
of propane gas tanks, introduced the Endless Summer Line
of patio
heaters which has consistently proven that the name (Endless Summer)
is well begotten.
From top to bottom it is the market leader in style, performance
and price. These full size heaters can be warm up to 20 foot radius,
and provide the right atmosphere for most outdoor gatherings anytime of
the year. To further research these units as the comparisons chart
below shows, Blue Rhino hits a home run.
Industry Rated #1 --Here's Why:
Features & Benefits of all Endless Summer
Patio Heaters:
- Safety Tilt Switch. (gas automatically shuts off if heater leans more
than 18 degrees)
- 40,000BTU/Hr (Except for table top version)
- AGA and CGA Approved.
- Ideal for patio, restaurant, swimming pool, outdoor entertainment,
etc.
- 18' to 25' circle of sun-like radiant heat.
- Raises temperatures 10-30° F.
- No electrical connections needed.
- Low maintenance - weather resistant construction.
- Will operate 10 hours from common 20 lb barbecue type propane tank.
(tank not included)
- Multiple heaters may be used to heat large areas.
- Propane tank is hidden inside patio heaters base.
- Assembles in less than 2 hours with common household tools!
Endless Summer Vs.
The Competition
Competition |
Endless Summer |
Endless Summer Advantage |
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$499
- $1,000 |
$239*(Only at Yardiac) and up |
More
features, style, durability and performance for less money. Plus you
get a $20 mail in rebate offer on any model. |
Vertical
emitter |
Angled
emitter |
Directs
heat output down for better efficiency and improves overall aesthetics. |
Single
emitter screen |
2
heavy gauge emitters |
Solid
inside emitter adds structural strength, amplifies burner output,
reduces wind blowout and reduces heat loss through center. Heavy duty
outside emitter enhances performance and retains good look longer. |
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Ceramic
cone insulator |
Provides
a more consistent output over 360 degrees, improves output by reducing
heat loss through center, helps heater warm up faster & stay hot longer. |
Standard
stainless |
High
temperature stainless |
Increases
engine and burner life expectancy, improves appearance, efficiency
and safety. |
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Whisper
quiet burner |
Runs
quietly even in the wind to enhance atmosphere. |
Solid
engine housing |
Engine
body with access door |
Provides
easy access to engine components for maintenance and repairs. |
Lightweight
dome |
Heavy
gauge aluminum dome |
Retains
good looks longer and is designed for easy removal for storage and
transport. |
Sheet
metal structure |
Structural
frame system |
Makes
assembly easier and faster, retains perpendicularity longer, makes
cleaning easier and saves carton space. |
Sheet
metal base |
Steel
Base & Counterweight |
Heavy
weight base plate improves safety by reducing wobble & tilt. |
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Trimmed
base edge |
Protects
wooden decks from scratches, makes moving easier and quiet. |
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Tilt
control |
Increases
safety by shutting off gas flow in the event that the unit is tilted
more than 35°. |
Removable
cylinder door |
Sliding
cylinder cover |
Provides
quickest and easiest access to cylinder for changes without damaging
finishes and ensures the cover is not misplaced. |
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Cylinder
access slot |
Allows
easy access to cylinder valve to encourage complete shutdown after
every use. |
Single
large carton |
2
carton system |
Allows
single person carry, fits in almost any size vehicle, reduces packaging
scrap. |
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Quick
& easy assembly |
Assembles
in less than 1 hour with common household tools. |
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User
friendly owner?s manual |
Informative
illustrations with easy to understand instructions make assembly,
maintenance, repairs and trouble shooting easy. |
Warranty Period
Heater's warranty extends for 1 year from date of purchase by original
purchase.
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