NEVER LEA
NEVER LEA
NEVER LEA
Attention—Critical Points to Remember!
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Propane (LP) gas has a distinctive odor. Learn to recognize these odors.
(Reference Fuel Gas Odor and Odor Fading sections above.
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Even If you are not properly trained in the service and repair of the heater,
ALWAYS be consciously aware of the odors of propane (LP) gas and natural
gas.
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If you have not been properly trained in repair and service of propane (LP)
gas then do not attempt to light heater, perform service or repairs, or make
any adjustments to the heater on the propane (LP) gas fuel system.
Operating Instructions
PREPARING FOR OPERATION
1.
Check the heater for possible shipping damage. If any is found,
immediately notify the factory.
2.
Follow all of the "Precautions".
3.
Connect the POL fitting of hose and regulator assembly to the propane
cylinder by rotating the POL nut counterclockwise into the propane
cylinder's valve outlet and securely tighten with a wrench.
4.
Connect the hose to the heater by rotating the hose fitting clockwise.
5.
Securely tighten all gas connections.
6.
Open the cylinder's gas valve and check all gas connections with a soap
and water solution. DO NOT USE A FLAME.
7.
Connect power cord to well-grounded 115V, 60 Hz, 1Ø source of power.
8.
When using an extension cord, make certain that it is a 3-wire (grounded)
cord of proper wire size.
START
1.
Slowly open the main valve at propane cylinder to prevent excess flow
check valve from closing.
2.
Set thermostat to full on. Heater will ignite automatically.
3.
Adjust ball valve on control panel to desired burn rate.
4.
Set thermostat to desired temperature. Heater will turn off and on
automatically as the temperature varies in the heated area.
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VE THE HEA
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HEATER UNA
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TER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING!
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STOP
1.
2.
3.
CAUTION: Failure to unplug the unit may result in unexpected operation.
RESTART AFTER SAFETY SHUTDOWN
1.
2.
3.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1.
2.
3.
4.
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TTENDED WHILE BURNING!
TTENDED WHILE BURNING!
Securely close valve on the propane cylinder.
Continue to operate heater until all fuel in the hose has burned.
Unplug the heater from electrical supply.
Securely close valve at propane cylinder. Unplug heater.
Wait 5 minutes.
Restart following "Start" procedure.
The heater should be inspected before each use, and at least annually by a
qualified person.
Before each use, check the soft "O" ring seat at the bullnose of the POL
fitting. If the "O" ring is cut, scuffed, or otherwise damaged, replace it with part
number 6681.
Turn off the gas at the LP-gas supply cylinder(s) when the heater is not in use.
When the heater is to be stored indoors, the connection between the LP-gas
supply cylinder(s) and the heater must be disconnected and the cylinder(s)
removed from the heater and stored out of doors and in accordance with
Chapter 5 of the standard for Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum
Gases ANSI/NFPA 58 and CSA B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation
Code.