INSTALLATION
WARNING: Review and un- derstand the warnings in the Safety Information section, page
2.They are needed to safely op- erate this heater. Follow all local codes when using this heater.
WARNING:Testallgaspiping and connections for leaks after installation 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, page 4).
2.Connect POL fitting on hose/regulator as- sembly to propane tank(s). Turn POL fitting counterclockwise into threads on tank. Tighten firmly using 7/8" wrench. IMPORTANT: Posi- tion regulator so that hose leaving the regulator is in a horizontal position (see Figure 6). This places the regulator vent in the proper position to protect it from the weather.
Regulator
Propane
Supply Valve
Hose
Propane | POL Fitting | |
Tank | ||
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Figure 6 - Regulator Position
Figure 7 - Hose and Inlet Connector
3.Connect hose to valve inlet. Tighten firmly using a wrench (see Figure 7).
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, excess- flow check valve on propane tank may stop gas flow. If this happens, close propane supply valve and open again slowly.
5.Check all connections for leaks. Apply mix- ture of liquid soap and water to gas joints. Bubbles forming show a leak that must be corrected.
6.Close propane supply valve.
OPERATION
WARNING: Review and un- derstand the warnings in the Safety Information section, page 2. They are needed to safely op- erate this heater. Follow all local codes when using this heater.
TO START HEATER
1.Follow all installation, ventilation and safety information.
2.Locate heater on stable and level surface. Make sure strong drafts do not blow into front or rear of heater.
3.Plug power cord of heater into a
Extension Cord Size Requirement
Up to 50 ft (15 m) long, use 18 AWG rated cord.
51 to 100 ft (16 to 30 m) long, use 16 AWG rated cord.
101 to 200 ft (31 to 60 m) long, use 14 AWG rated cord.
4.Plug extension cord into a 120 volt/60 hertz,
5.Open propane supply valve on propane tank(s) slowly. Note: If not opened slowly, excess- flow check valve on propane tank may stop gas flow. If this happens, close propane supply valve and open again slowly.
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