SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING: This product con- tainsand/orgenerateschemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

WARNING: Fire, burn, inha- lation, and explosion hazard. Keep solid combustibles, such as building materials, paper or cardboard, a safe distance away fromtheheaterasrecommended by the instructions. Never use the heater in spaces which do or may contain volatile or airborne combustibles, or products such as gasoline, solvents, paint thin- ner, dust particles or unknown chemicals.

WARNING: Not for home or recreational vehicle use.

The heater is designed for use as a construction heater in accordance with ANSI Z83.7/CGA

2.14.Other standards govern the use of fuel gases and heating products for specific uses. Your local authority can advise you about these. The primary purpose of construction heaters is to provide temporary heating of buildings under construction, alteration or repair. Properly used, the heater provides safe economical heating. Products of combustion are vented into the area being heated.

We cannot foresee every use which may be made of our heaters. Check with your local fire safety au- thority if you have questions about heater use.

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide than others. Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning re- semble the flu, with headaches, dizziness, and/or nausea. If you have these signs, the heater may not be working properly. Get fresh air at once! Have heater serviced.

Propane Gas: Propane gas is odorless. An odor- making agent is added to propane gas. The odor helps you detect a propane gas leak. However, the odor added to propane gas can fade. Propane gas may be present even though no odor exists.

Make certain you read and understand all warn- ings. Keep this manual for reference. It is your guide to safe and proper operation of this heater.

1.Install and use heater with care. Follow all local ordinances and codes. In the absence of local ordinances and codes, refer to the Standard for Storage and Handling of Liq- uefied Petroleum Gas, ANSI/NFPA 58 and the Propane Installation Code, CAN/CGA B149.2. This instructs on the safe storage and handling of propane/LP gases.

2.Use only the hose and factory preset regulator provided with the heater.

3.Use only propane gas set up for vapor with- drawal.

4.For indoor and outdoor use. When used in- doors, use only in well-vented areas. Provide at least 120 square inches (774.2 cm2) of fresh, outside air before using heater.

5.Do not use heater in occupied dwellings, sleeping quarters, campers, tents, or any type of unvented or enclosed area.

6.Do not use heater in basement or below ground level. Propane gas is heavier than air. If a leak occurs, propane gas will sink to the lowest possible level.

7.Do not use heater as a cooking device. Do not place objects on top of heater.

8.Keep appliance area clear and free from com- bustible materials, gasoline, paint thinner, and other flammable vapors and liquids. Dust is combustible. Do not use heater in areas with high dust content.

9.Minimum heater clearances from combustibles: Sides - 3 feet (1 m), Top - 6 feet (1.8 m).

10.Keep heater at least 6 feet (1.8 m) from pro- pane tank(s).

11.Keep propane tank(s) below 100º F (38° C).

12.Before each use, check heater for leaks. Never use an open flame to check for a leak. Apply a mixture of liquid soap and water to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak. Correct all leaks at once.

13.Check heater for damage before each use. Do not use a damaged heater.

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