General Safety Information - Mi-T-M MH-0018-0M10 Manual De Instrucciones

WARNING: IMPROPER USE OF THIS HEATER CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
FROM BURNS, FIRE, EXPLOSION, ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND /OR CARBON MONOXIDE
POISONING.
WARNING: NOT FOR USE WITH DUCTWORK.
WARNING: NOT FOR HOME OR RECREATIONAL VEHICLE USE. THE HOSE ASSEMBLY SHALL BE
PROTECTED FROM TRAFFIC, BUILDING MATERIAL AND CONTACT WITH HOT SURFACES
BOTH DURING USE AND WHILE IN STORAGE.
IMPORTANT: Read this User's Manual carefully and completely before attempting to operate or service this
heater. Improper use of the heater can cause serious injury or death from fire, explosion and carbon monox-
ide poisoning.
Every possible circumstance that may involve a hazard cannot be anticipated. The warnings in this manual
and attached to the unit are therefore not all-inclusive. If a procedure, work method or operating technique
not specifically recommended by the manufacturer is used, you must be sure it is safe for you and others.
You should also insure that equipment will not be damaged or made unsafe by the operating or maintenance
method you choose.
This heater is designed and approved for use as a construction heater in accordance with the standard for
Gas-Fired Construction Heaters ANS Z83.7 * CSA 2.14-2017. CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL FIRE SAFETY
AUTHORITY IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT APPLICATIONS. Other standards govern the use of
fuel gasses and heating products for specific uses. Your local authority can advise you about these.
You must provide the propane gas and cylinder(s). Use this heater only with a propane vapor withdrawal
supply system. Refer to Chapter 5 of the Standard for Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gas ,
ANSI/NFPA 58. Your local library or fire department will have this booklet.
NEVER LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING OR WHILE CONNECTED TO A FUEL
SOURCE.
WARNING: AIR QUALITY HAZARD
• Do not use this heater for heating human living quarters
• Use of direct-fired heaters in the construction environment can result in exposure to levels of CO,
CO , and NO
2 2
• Do not use in unventilated areas
• Know the signs of CO and CO
Difficulty breathing, feels of being suffocated
• Proper ventilation air exchange (OSHA 29 CFR 1926.57) to support combustions and maintain ac-
ceptable air quality shall be provided in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926.154, ANSI A10.10
Safety Requirements for Temporary and Portable Space Heating Devices and Equipment used in the
Construction Industry or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Codes CSA B149.1
• Periodically monitor levels of CO, CO
the start of the shift and after 4 hours.
• Provide ventilation air exchange, either natural or mechanical, as required to maintain acceptable
indoor air quality
• Ensure that the flow of combustion and ventilation air exchanges cannot become obstructed
• As the building "tightens up" during the construction phase ventilation may need to be increased
USA 8-Hr Time weighted average (OSHA 29 CFR 1926.55 App A)
CO 50 ppm
CO 5000 ppm
2
NO
2
Propane Heater Manual

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

considered to be hazardous to health and potentially life threatening
poisoning • Headaches, stinging eyes • Dizziness, disorientation •
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and NO existing at the construction site – at the minimum at
2 2
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