Operating Instructions

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Attaching Lantern to Propane Cylinder

Step 1

Take the lantern outdoors. Turn the valve to the OFF position.

Step 2

Remove the protective cap from the propane cylinder. Save the cap for later storage of the cylinder.

WARNING: Use only 16.4 oz. LP-gas cylinder constructed and marked in accordance with the specifications for LP-gas cylinders of the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) or Transport Canada, CAN/CSA 339. DO NOT use fuel other than propane.

Step 4

Attach propane cylinder to lantern by turning propane cylinder as shown. HAND TIGHTEN ONLY. Do not cross-thread connections.

Step 6

Place lantern securely into the lantern base.

Attach

Detach

Valve

Ignite

Button

Lantern

Base

Installing Mantles in Lantern

Step 1

Remove the lantern top by turning the nut counter- clockwise. Carefully lift off the shield assembly and the glass globe.

Step 2

Inspect the mantle for tears or holes and discard if damaged. Tie the mantles around the recessed grooves on the burners. Be careful that the mantle does not tear on the electrode.

Recessed

Grooves

Mantles

Step 3	Step 4

Distribute the folds on the mantle evenly around the burner. Cut the excess string approximately 4” from the knot.

WARNING: Do not operate the lantern with mantles that have tears or holes in them.

Light the bottom of each mantle evenly from the bottom, using a match or lighter. Burn until nothing but white ash remains. After the mantles has been burned, they are very fragile. Be careful not to touch or jar them.

Step 5

Reassemble the lantern.