NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING!
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING!
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING!
SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read and understand this entire manual before
attempting to assemble, operate or install the product.
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The installation must conform with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Natural Gas and Propane Installation
Code, CSA B149.1, or Propane Storage and Handling Code,
B149.2.
DANGER:
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Young children and animals should be carefully supervised
when they are in the area of the item.
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Keep the ventilation opening(s) of the cylinder enclosure
free and clear from debris. Use this appliance in a well-
ventilated space only. Do not use it in a building, garage or
any other enclosed area.
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Use this appliance in outdoor areas. This appliance may be
installed with shelter no more inclusive than the following:
a.
With walls on all sides, but with no overhead cover.
b.
Within a partial enclosure, which includes an overhead
cover and no more than two side walls. These walls
may be parallel as in a breezeway, or at right angles to
each other.
c.
Within a partial enclosure that includes overhead cover
and three side walls, as long as 30% or more of the
horizontal periphery of the enclosure is permanently
open.
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Store the cylinder outdoors in a well-ventilated area (not in
a building, garage, or other enclosed area) out of the reach
of children.
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Do not store a spare LP-gas cylinder near this appliance.
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Never fill the cylinder beyond 80 percent full.
WARNING:
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Perform a leak test with a soapy solution:
a. To check gas connections.
b. After connecting a new cylinder.
c. Upon re-assembly after disassembly.
Please refer to the leak test procedure indicated in
this instruction manual.
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Replace the hose assembly prior to the appliance being put
into operation if there is evidence of excessive abrasion or
wear, or if the hose is damaged. The pressure regulator and
hose assembly supplied with the appliance must be used.
The replacement hose assembly/regulator shall be that
specified by the manufacturer.
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Place the propane hose with regulator assembly out of
pathways where people may trip over it or in areas where
the hose will not be subjected to accidental damage.
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The cylinder used must include a collar to protect the
cylinder valve.
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Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service
person; the heater should be inspected before use and at
least annually by a qualified service person.
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Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
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The LP-gas supply cylinder to be used must be:
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Disconnect the cylinder when the appliance is not in use.
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Storage of an appliance indoors is permissible only if the
cylinder is disconnected and removed from the appliance.
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Materials or items when stored under the heater will be
subjected to intense heat and could be seriously damaged.
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Clothing or other flammable materials should not be hung
on the heater, or placed on, under or near the heater.
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Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high
surface temperatures and should stay away from the item to
avoid burns or clothing ignition.
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Place the dust cap tightly on the cylinder valve outlet
whenever the cylinder is not in use. Install only the type
of dust cap on the cylinder valve that is provided with the
cylinder valve. Other types of caps or plugs may result in a
propane leak.
CAUTION:
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Minimum clearance to the combustible materials is 44 in
above the heater and 36 in around each side.
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Use this heater on a stable surface, Take caution when
opening the top of the heater to not let it tip over if heater
is not perfectly level. Do not use on an incline greater than
15 degrees.
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This heater is equipped with a battery-operated ignition
device; please refer to the Assembly Instructions.
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Any guard or other protective device removed for servicing
the heater must be replaced prior to operating the heater.
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More frequent cleaning may be required as necessary. It
is imperative that the control compartment, burners and
circulating air passageways of the heater to kept clean.
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Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible
materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.
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Inspect the visible portion of the hose before each use of
the appliance. When portions of the hose are located within
the confines of the heater post, instructions to inspect
the entire hose assembly at least annually. If disassembly
is required, the instructions shall also include the proper
procedure for leak checking the connections upon re-
assembly.
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More frequent cleaning may be required as necessary.
It is imperative the control compartment, burners and
circulating air passageways of the heater are kept clean.
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Keep this manual for future reference and to educate new
users of this product.
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Outdoor Patio Heater
Operating Instructions and Owner's Manual
a. Constructed and marked in accordance with the
Specifications for LP-gas cylinders of the U.S.
Department of Transportation of Dangerous Goods
and Commission, CAN/CSA-B339, as applicable;
b. Provided with a listed overfilling prevention device;
and
c. Provided with a cylinder connection device
compatible with the connection for the appliance.