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PROPANE SUPPLY INSTALLATION
PROPANE SUPPLY
Propane gas and propane tank(s) are to be furnished by the user.
Use this heater only with a propane vapor withdrawal supply system. See Chapter 5 of the Standard for Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gas, ANSI/NFPA 58. Your local library or fire department will have this booklet.
The amount of propane gas ready for use from propane tanks varies. Two factors decide this amount:
1.The amount of propane gas in tank(s)
2.The temperature of tank(s)
The chart below shows the number of 100 pound tanks needed to run this heater.
Do not operate this product with any tank smaller than 100 pounds.
Temperature (° F) | Number of |
tanks (150,000 | |
At Tank Location | Btu/Hr) |
32 | 2 |
20 | 2 |
10 | 3 |
0 | 3 |
(Use larger | |
tank) |
Less gas is vaporized at lower temperatures. You may need two or more 100 pound tanks or one larger tank in colder weather. Your local propane gas dealer will help you select the proper supply system. The minimum
INSTALLATION
3.Connect hose to inlet connector. Tighten firmly using a wrench.
IMPORTANT: Extra hose or piping may be used if needed. Install extra hose or piping between hose/regulator assembly and propane tank. You must use the regulator supplied with heater.
4.Open propane supply valve on propane tank(s) slowly. Note: If not opened slowly,
5.Check all connections for leaks.
WARNING: 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.
6.Close propane supply valve.
| Hose |
Supply | Regulator |
| |
Valve |
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Propane | Vent |
(pointing down) | |
Tank |
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| POL Fitting |
Figure 3 - Regulator With Vent Pointing Down
WARNING: Review and understand the warnings in the Safety Information section, page 2. They are needed to safely operate this heater. Follow all local codes when using this heater.
WARNING: Test all gas piping and connections for leaks after installing or servicing. 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.
1. | Provide propane supply system (see Propane Supply, column 1). | Hose |
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2. | Connect POL fitting on hose/regulator assembly to propane |
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| tank(s). Turn POL fitting counterclockwise into threads on | Inlet Connector |
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tank. Tighten firmly using wrench. Tighten regulator with vent pointing down.
Figure 4 - Hose and Inlet Connector
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