CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY
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FUEL REQUIREMENTS:
Connect regulator/hose with standard
Call the LP gas supplier to inspect the cylinder. Do not use a damaged LP gas cylinder.
Do not use LP gas without proper decompression.
Do not connect irregular LP gas supply with heater.
Use only LP gas on this heater. Do not convert to other gases.
CAUTION: It is dangerous to use a damaged or rusted cylinder.
OPERATING HEATER
This heater is designed for use with LP gas. You may light the heater directly.
LP gas is heavier than air. If it leaks from joint, it may sink down to the floor and mix with ambient air to form a detonable mixture. If you have questions, contact your LP dealer for instructions or service.
Warning: Fire, burn, inhalation and explosion hazard. Keep solid combustibles, such as building materials, paper or cardboard, at safe clearances from the heater. Never use heater in the vicinity of gasoline, solvent, paint thinner or other combustibles.
Caution: When heater runs in the presence of other people, the user is responsible to properly offer those present safety precautions and hazard information.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS:
Follow adaptable lighting instructions. Apply soap solution to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak. Do not use a match or an open flame to detect leak. Light heater after ensuring that no gas leak exists.
START HEATER:
1.Turn the control valve knob clockwise to the “OFF” position.
2.Turn the door knob clockwise and open the heater door.
3.Check all connections as described in the “Connecting to Gas” section of this manual on page 5.
4.Fully open the valve on the propane cylinder.
5.Push in gas control knob and turn it to IGN/ON position. Then Push and release the ignition button repeatedly until there is a flame at the pilot.
6.Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after ignition, then release.
7.Turn the burner on to maximum rate and then set to desired setting or remain on HI.
8.Replace heater compartment door.
OPERATING HEATER
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TO TURN OFF HEATER:
1.Turn gas control knob to the “OFF” position.
2.If heater is not to be used, shut off cylinder valve.
3.Do not attempt to relight heater within 5 minutes after the propane cylinder valve has been closed.
RESTART HEATER:
1.Turn gas control knob clockwise to “OFF” position.
2.Wait 5 minutes before restarting.
3.Repeat step 5,6,7.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1.The
2.Storage of an appliance indoors is permissible only if the cylinder is disconnected and removed from the appliance. Cylinders must be stored outdoors in a wellventilated area out of the reach of children. Disconnected cylinders must have threaded valve plugs tightly installed and must not be stored in a building, garage or any other enclosed area.
3.The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the appliance must be used and a statement that replacement pressure regulators and hose assemblies must be those specified by the appliance manufacturer.
4.If the connection to the
5.The cylinder supply system must be arranged for vapor withdrawal.
6.The cylinder used must include a collar to protect the cylinder valve.
7.Have the heater inspected by qualified service man before each use or at least annually.
8.Check the POL fitting for any damage before each use and replace if any damage is found.
9.Turn off cylinder valve when the heater is not to be used.
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