SAFETY INFORMATION
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DANGER
EXPLOSION—FIRE HAZARD
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Keep solid combustibles, such as building
materials, paper, or cardboard
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recommended by the instructions.
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openings into the combustion chamber.
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Never use the heater in spaces which
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combustibles, or products such as
gasoline, solvents, paint thinner, dust
particles, or unknown chemicals.
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During operation, this appliance can be a
source of ignition. Keep heater area clear
and free from combustible materials,
gasoline, paint thinner, cleaning solvents
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Do not use heater in areas with high dust
content. Minimum heater clearances from
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combustible materials: 91.44 cm or three
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Never store propane near high heat, open
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ignition sources or where temperatures
exceed 120 degrees F (49 degrees C).
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Propane vapors are heavier than air and
can accumulate in low places. If you smell
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gas, leave the area immediately.
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Never install or remove a propane cylinder
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lights, or other ignition sources or while
heater is hot to the touch.
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This heater is red hot during use and can
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from top and
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and vapors well away from heater.
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Store the propane cylinder outdoors in a
well ventilated space out of the reach of
children. Never store the propane cylinder
in an enclosed area (house, garage, etc.). If
heater is to be stored indoors, disconnect
the propane cylinder for outdoor storage.
WARNING
BURN HAZARD
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Never leave heater unattended when hot
or in use.
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CAUTION
SERVICE SAFETY
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sure propane cylinder valve outlet is clean.
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During set up, check all connections and
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Use as a heating appliance only. Never alter
in any way to use with any device.
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Certain materials or items, when stored
under the heater, will be subject to radiant
heat and could be seriously damaged.
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This product is fueled by propane gas.
Propane gas is invisible, odorless, and
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to help detect leaks and can be described
as having a “rotten egg” smell. The odorant
can fade over time so leaking gas is not
always detectable by smell alone.
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Store propane gas in compliance with local
ordinances and codes or with ANSI/NFPA
58. Turn off propane when not in use.
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Alert children and adults to the hazards
of high surface temperatures. Stay away
from these surfaces to avoid burning
skin or igniting clothing.
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Carefully supervise young children when
in the vicinity of the heater.
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Do not hang clothing or any other
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or place near the heater.
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Replace any guard or protective device
removed for servicing the appliance prior
to placing back in service.
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Installation and repair should be done by a
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be inspected before use and annually by
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imperative that the control compartment,
burners, and circulating air passageway of
the appliance be kept clean.
DANGER
CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD
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This heater is a combustion appliance.
All combustion appliances produce carbon
monoxide (CO) during the combustion
process. This product is designed to
produce extremely minute, non-hazardous
amounts of CO if used and maintained
in accordance with all warnings and
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out of the heater.
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Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning produces
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dizziness, fatigue, and possibly death.
You can’t see and you can’t smell it. It is
an invisible killer. If these symptoms are
present during operation of this product, get
fresh air immediately!
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Never use inside house or other unventilated
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or enclosed areas.
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This heater consumes air (oxygen). Do not
use in unventilated or enclosed areas to
avoid endangering your life.
WARNING
WARNING indicates an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
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