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CAUTION
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY THE FOLLOWING SAFETY GUIDELINES
BEFORE OPERATION
Do not use the patio heater for indoors, as it may cause personal injury or property damage.
This outdoor heater is not intended to be installed on recreational vehicles and/or boats.
Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration can cause personal injury or property damage.
Do not attempt to alter the unit in any manner.
Never replace or substitute the regulator with any regulator other than the factory-suggested
replacement.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the heater unit.
The whole gas system, hose, regulator, pilot or burner should be inspected for leaks or
damage before use, and at least annually by a qualified service person.
All leak tests should be done with a soap solution. Never use an open flame to check for
leaks.
Do not use the heater until all connections have been leak tested.
Turn off the gas valve immediately if smell of gas is detected. Turn Cylinder Valve OFF.
- If leak is at Hose/Regulator connection: tighten connection and perform another leak test. If
bubbles continue appearing should be returned to hose’s place of purchase.
- If leak is at Regulator/Cylinder Valve connection: disconnect, reconnect, and perform
another leak check. If you continue to see bubbles after several attempts, cylinder valve is
defective and should be returned to cylinder’s place of purchase.
Do not transport heater while it’s operating.
Do not move the heater after it has been turned off until the temperature has cooled down.
Keep the ventilation opening of the cylinder enclosure free and clear of debris.
Do not paint the radiant screen, control panel or top canopy reflector.
Control compartment, burner and circulation air passageways of the heater must be kept
clean. Frequent cleaning may be required as necessary.
The LP tank should be turned off when the heater is not in use.
Check the heater immediately if any of the following occurs:
- The heater does not reach temperature.
- The burner makes popping noise during use (a slight noise is normal when the burner is
extinguished).
- Smell of gas in conjunction with extreme yellow tipping of the burner flames.
The LP regulator/hose assembly must be located out of pathways where people may trip
over it or in area where the hose will not be subject to accidental damage.
Any guard or other protective device removed for servicing the heater must be replaced
before operating the heater.
Adults and children should stay away from high temperature surface to avoid burns or
clothing ignition.
Children should be carefully supervised when they are in the area of the heater.
Clothing or other flammable materials should not be hung on the heater or placed on or
near the heater.
To change the gas cylinder, make it in a amply ventilated area, away from any ignition
source (candle, cigarettes or other flame producing appliances);
Always check that the regulator seal is correctly fitted and able to fulfill its function.
