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PROPANE/LP GAS HEATER
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Burner plaques do not light after ODS/pilot is lit | 1. | Burner orifice(s) is clogged | 1. | Clean burner orifice(s) (see Cleaning |
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| 2. | Burner orifice(s) diameter is too small | 2. | Replace burner orifice(s) |
| 3. | Inlet gas pressure is too low | 3. | Contact local propane/LP gas company |
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Delayed ignition of burner plaques | 1. | Manifold pressure is too low | 1. | Contact local propane/LP gas company |
| 2. | Burner orifice(s) is clogged | 2. | Clean burner orifice(s) (see Cleaning |
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Burner backfiring during combustion | 1. | Burner orifice(s) is clogged or damaged | 1. | Clean burner orifice(s) (see Cleaning |
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| 2. | Inlet gas pressure is too low | 2. | Contact local propane/LP gas company |
| 3. | Burner damaged | 3. | Replace burner |
| 4. | Gas regulator defective | 4. | Replace gas regulator |
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Burner plaques do not glow | 1. | Plaque damaged | 1. | Replace burner |
| 2. | Inlet gas pressure is too low | 2. | Contact local propane/LP gas company |
| 3. | Control knob set too low | 3. | Turn control knob to higher setting |
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Slight smoke or odor during initial operation | 1. | Residues from manufacturing processes | 1. | Problem will stop after a few hours of |
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Heater produces a clicking/ticking noise just after burner is lit or shut off
1.Metal expanding while heating or contracting while cooling
1.This is common with most heaters. If noise is excessive, contact qualified service person
White powder residue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture
1.When heated, vapors from furniture polish, wax, carpet cleaners, etc. turn into white powder residue
1.Turn heater off when using furniture polish, wax, carpet cleaners, or similar products
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