OPERATION
Continued
6.Press and hold in fuel valve button. Heater should ignite within a few seconds.
Note: If heater fails to ignite, hose may have air in it. If so, keep fuel valve button pressed and wait 20 seconds. Release automatic control valve button and wait 20 seconds for unburned fuel to exit heater. Repeat step 7.
7.After heater ignites, wait 30 seconds. This ac- tivates the automatic control system. Release the control knob.
8.When burner remains lit, set heater at the desired heat level by turning the variable Btu control knob counterclockwise. If burner goes out, turn off gas. Turn variable Btu control knob fully clockwise to the lowest position. Check fuel supply. If adequate fuel is avail- able, restart heater beginning at step 1.
TO STOP HEATER
1.Tightly close propane supply valve on propane tank(s).
2.Wait a few seconds. Heater will burn gas left in supply hoses.
3.Unplug heater.
STORAGE
CAUTION:Disconnectheater from propane supply tank(s).
1.Store propane tank(s) in safe manner. See Chapter 5 of Standard for Storage and Han- dling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases, ANSI/ NFPA 58 and the Propane Installation Code CAN/CGA B149.2. Follow all local codes. Always store propane tanks outdoors.
2.Place plastic cover caps over brass fittings on inlet connector and hose/regulator assembly.
3.Store in dry, clean and safe place. Do not store hose/regulator assembly inside heater combustion chamber.
4.When taking heater out of storage, always check inside of heater. Insects and small animals may place foreign objects in heater. Keep inside of heater free from combustible and foreign objects.
MAINTENANCE
WARNINGS
•Never service heater while it is plugged in, connected to propane supply, operating or hot. Severe burns and electri- cal shock can occur.
•Keep heater clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.
•Do not block the flow of com- bustion or ventilation air.
1.Keep heater clean. Clean heater annually or as needed to remove dust and debris. If heater is dirty or dusty, clean heater with a damp cloth. Use household cleaners on difficult spots.
2.Inspect heater before each use. Check connec- tions for leaks. Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to connections. Bubbles forming show a leak. Correct all leaks at once.
3.Inspect hose/regulator assembly before each use. If hose is highly worn or cut, replace with hose specified by manufacturer.
4.Have heater inspected yearly by a qualified service agency.
5.Keep inside of heater free from combustible and foreign objects. Remove motor and other internal parts if needed to clean inside of heater (see Service Procedures, page 8).
6.Clean fan blades each season or as needed (see Fan, page 8).
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