Empire RH50BLP Gas Fired Room Heater — 50,000 BTU LP Gas Vented Visual Flame Heater with Blower

The RH-50B series is a vented room heater designed to deliver warm comfort to medium-to-large spaces using LP (liquid propane) gas. It combines visual flame ambience with effective space heating and a built-in blower for better heat circulation. It’s most commonly used as a primary or supplemental heating source in homes, cabins, workshops, and similar indoor areas.

✅ Key Features

🔥 Heating Performance

• 50,000 BTU/hr output — strong heating capacity for larger spaces.

• Vented design (B-Vent) — uses a standard vent pipe to exhaust combustion by-products outdoors.

• Visual flame display — glass front shows the calming blue flame; optional ceramic log kits can enhance aesthetics.

🌡️ Heat Distribution

• Internal blower included — circulates warm air into the room for more even warmth.

• Hydraulic thermostat — controls room temperature without needing external power.

• Works without electricity — gas combustion and thermostat operate independently of household power.

💡 Installation & Design

• Freestanding console style — can be placed near any vent-accessible wall.

• Draft diverter — installs horizontally or vertically per vent configuration.

• Beige textured cabinet — durable finish and visual appeal.

📊 Technical Specifications

🌟 Optional Accessories

• Ceramic Log Kit (e.g., RHL-2) for enhanced visual flame effect.

• Radiant Kit (e.g., RAD-8) to add a red-orange glow and improve radiant heat.

• Floor pad or protective base for installation safety.

📌 Notes & Requirements

• Professional installation required — must be installed by a licensed gas technician per local codes.

• Vent pipe needed — this unit cannot be used without proper venting.

• No remote control option — temperature is controlled by onboard thermostat.

📄 Safety & Compliance

• Propane (LP) is flammable and requires strict adherence to safety guidelines — see manufacturer manual for LP-gas safety.