INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION

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!WARNING

Review and understand the warnings in the Safety Informa- tion Section, pages 2 and 3. 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 installa- tion 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 5).

2.Connect POL fitting on hose/regulator assembly to propane tank(s). Turn POL fitting counterclockwise into threads on tank. Tighten firmly using

wrench. IMPORTANT: Position regulator so that hose leaving the regulator is in a horizontal position (see Figure 3). This places the regulator vent in the proper position to protect it from the weather.

Propane

SupplyFigure 3 - Regulator Position Regulator

Valve

Propane

Hose

 

Tank

POL Fitting

 

 

Figure 3 - Regulator Position

3.Connect hose to inlet connector. Tighten firmly using a wrench.

IMPORTANT: Use extra hose or piping if needed. Install extra hose or piping between hose/regulator assembly and propane tank. You must use the regula- tor supplied with heater.

Inlet Connector

Hose

Figure 4 - Hose and Inlet Connector

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Desa RCLP50B owner manual Installation, Regulator Position, Hose and Inlet Connector