Operating Instructions
Inspect the visible portion of the hose before each use of the appliance . Inspect the entire hose
assembly at least annually .
Checking for Leaks
Burner Connections
Make sure the regulator valve and hose connections are securely fastened to the
burner and the tank .
If your unit was assembled for you, visually check the connection between the burner
pipe and orifice . Make sure the burner pipe fits over the orifice .
WARNING: Failure to inspect this connection or follow these
instructions could cause a fire or an explosion which can cause
death, serious bodily injury, or damage to property.
If the burner pipe does not rest flush to the orifice, please contact 1 .800 .762 .1142 for
assistance .
Tank/Gas Line Connection
Make 2-3 oz . of leak solution by
mixing one part liquid dishwashing
soap with three parts water .
Make sure control knobs are off .
Turn LP gas tank ON at valve .
Spoon leak check solution at all
indicated locations
If any bubbles appear turn LP gas
tank OFF, reconnect and re-test .
If you continue to see bubbles
after several attempts, disconnect
LP gas source and contact
1 .800 .762 .1142 for assistance .
If no bubbles appear after one
minute turn tank OFF, wipe away
solution and proceed .
Before Lighting
Heater should be thoroughly inspected
before each use, and by a qualified
service person at least annually .
If relighting a hot heater, always wait at
least 5 minutes .
Inspect the hose assembly for evidence
of excessive abrasion, cuts, or wear . Suspected areas should be leak tested . If the hose leaks,
it must be replaced prior to operation . Only use the replacement hose assembly specified by
manufacturer .
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Outdoor Patio Heater Model No. 153100
Lighting
Note: this heater is equipped with a pilot light that
allows for safer startups and shutdowns . Pilot must
be lit before main burner can be started .
1 . Turn tank valve OFF .
2 . Push control knob in and turn to OFF .
3 . Wait 5 minutes for any gas to clear .
4 . Turn tank valve ON .
5 . Open viewing hole by sliding cover to either side .
6 . Push control knob in and rotate to pilot position .
Note: for initial start or after any tank change, hold
control knob in for 2 minutes to purge air from gas
lines before proceeding .
7 . Push igniter button once . Pilot light flame will
appear and be visible through viewing hole .
8 . Release control knob after 30 seconds . Pilot light
will remain lit . If not, return to step 1 .
9 . Turn control knob to HIGH . Main burner will light
immediately . Flame is visible through viewing hole .
If not, return to step 1 .
10 . If for some reason your ignitor fails to deliver a spark, your heater can be started by
inserting a lit match through the pilot view hole while pushing the control knob in while
in the pilot position .
Have a question or are having problems visit www .bluerhino .com or call 1 .800 .762 .1142 .
Note: the burner may be noisy when initially turned on . To eliminate excessive noise from
the burner, turn the control knob to the pilot position . Then, turn the knob to the level of
heat desired .
When Heater is ON:
Emitter screen will become bright red due to intense
heat . The color is more visible at night .
Burner will display tongues of blue and yellow flame .
These flames should not be yellow or produce thick
black smoke, indicating an obstruction of airflow
through the burners . The flame should be blue with
straight yellow tops .
If excessive yellow flame is detected, turn off heater
and visit www .bluerhino .com or call 1 .800 .762 .1142 .
Re-lighting
Note: For your safety, control knob cannot be turned OFF without first depressing control
knob in PILOT position and then rotating it to OFF .
1 . Turn control knob to OFF .
2 . Wait at least 5 minutes, to let gas dissipate, before attempting to relight pilot .
3 . Repeat the "Lighting" steps .
Shut Down
1 . Turn control knob clockwise to pilot . (Normally, burner will make a slight popping sound
when extinguished .) Burner will extinguish but pilot will remain ON .
2 . To extinguish pilot, depress control knob and continue to turn it clockwise to OFF .
3 . Turn tank valve clockwise to OFF and disconnect regulator when heater is not in use .
Note: After use, some discoloration of the emitter screen is normal .
Pilot
Pilot
(Push in)
LOW
LOW
HIGH
HIGH
OFF
OFF
Pilot
Pilot
(Push in)
LOW
LOW
HIGH
HIGH
OFF
OFF