50,000 BTU/HR
PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER
SAFETY
INFORMATION
WARNINGS
WARNING: FIRE, BURN, IN-
HALATION, AND EXPLOSION HAZARD. KEEP SOLID COMBUS- TIBLES, SUCH AS BUILDING MA- TERIALS, PAPER OR CARD- BOARD, A SAFE DISTANCE AWAY FROM THE HEATER AS RECOMMENDED BY THE IN- STRUCTIONS. NEVER USE THE HEATER IN SPACES WHICH DO OR MAY CONTAIN VOLATILE OR AIRBORNE COMBUSTIBLES, OR PRODUCTS SUCH AS GASO- LINE, SOLVENTS, PAINT THIN- NER, DUST PARTICLES OR UN- KNOWN 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 re- pair. 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.
Other standards govern the use of fuel gases and heat producing products for specific uses. Your local authorities can advise you about these.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Some people are more affected by carbon monox- ide than others. Early signs of carbon mon- oxide poisoning resemble the flu, with head- aches, dizziness, and/or nausea. If you have these signs, the heater may not be working properly. Get fresh air at once! Check for proper ventilation and have heater serviced.
Propane Gas: Propane gas is odorless. An
Make certain you read and understand all Warnings. Keep this manual for reference. It is your guide to safe and proper operation of this heater.
•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 Liquefied Petroleum Gas, ANSI/NFPA 58 and the Natural Gas In- stallation Code, CAN/CGA B149.2. This instructs on the safe storage and handling of propane gases.
•Use only the electrical voltage and fre- quency specified on model plate.
•The electrical connections and ground- ing of the heater shall follow the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or Cana- dian Electrical Code, part 1.
•Electrical grounding instructions — This appliance is equipped with a
•Use only a
•Use only the hose and factory preset regulator provided with the heater.
•Use only propane gas set up for vapor withdrawal.
•Provide adequate ventilation. Before us- ing heater, provide at least a
•Approved by the New York City Fire Department under Certificate of Ap- proval #4953. To be used only at con- struction site with applicable New York City codes, regulations, rules, directives, permits, etc.
•This product has been approved for use in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
•This heater produces carbon monoxide, which is listed by the State of California as a reproductive toxin under Proposition 65.
•For indoor use only. Do not use heater outdoors.
•Do not use heater in occupied dwellings or in living or sleeping quarters.
•Do not use heater below ground level. Propane gas is heavier than air. If a leak occurs, propane gas may sink to the low- est possible level.
•Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, paint thinner, and other flammable vapors and liquids. Do not use heater in areas with high dust content.
•Minimum heater clearances from com- bustibles:
Outlet: 6 Ft. | Sides: 2 Ft. |
Top: 6 Ft. | Rear: 2 Ft. |
•Keep heater at least six feet from pro- pane tank(s). Do not point heater at pro- pane tank(s) within 20 feet.
•Keep propane tank(s) below 100° F.
•Check heater for damage before each use. Do not use a damaged heater.
•Check hose before each use of heater. If highly worn or cut, replace before using heater.
•Locate heater on stable and level surface if heater is hot or operating.
•Not intended for use on finished floors.
•Never block air inlet (rear) or air outlet (front) of heater.
•Keep heater away from strong drafts, water spray, rain, or dripping water.
•Do not leave heater unattended.
•Keep children and animals away from heater.
•Never move, handle, or service a hot, operating, or
•To prevent injury, wear gloves when han- dling heater.
•Never attach duct work to heater.
•Do not alter heater. Keep heater in its original state.
•Do not use heater if altered.
•Turn off propane supply and unplug heater when not in use.
•Use only original replacement parts. This heater must use
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