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 one 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).
6.Clean fan blades each season or as needed (see Fan, page 7).
SERVICE PROCEDURES
WARNING: Never service heater while it is plugged in, connected to propane supply, operating, or hot. Severe burns and electrical shock can occur.
MOTOR
1.With heater on its side, remove base tray.
2.Access ground screw through underside of heater base. Remove ground screw. Disconnect the green motor wire and the green power cord wire from underside of shell (see Figure 5).
3.Remove black and white motor wires from terminal board (see Figure 5).
4.Carefully push motor wires through hole in bottom of shell.
5.Remove screws holding motor mount to shell. Use
Ground Screw | Transformer |
Green Lead | |
Motor | Power Cord |
Green Lead | |
Green |
|
Lead |
|
| Terminal |
| Board |
Figure 5 - Location of Ground Screw | |
Motor |
|
Mount | Fan |
Screw | Guard |
Hole in Shell for Wires
Motor Mount
Figure 6 - Removing Motor, Motor Mount,
and Fan Guard from Heater
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