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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Turning ON the Heater
1. Turn on the valve on the gas supply cylinder completely.
2. Firmly press down and turn the variable control knob approximately 45°
(counterclockwise).
3. Press down the variable control knob and hold for 20 seconds. While holding
down the variable control knob, press the igniter button several times until the
pilot flame comes on.After lighting the pilot, wait 15 seconds to heat the
thermocouple, before releasing the control knob. Release the variable control knob
after the pilot flame lights.
4. If the pilot does not light, repeat steps 2 to 3.
Note: If a new tank has just been connected, please allow at least one minute for the air in the gas
pipeline to purge out through the pilot hole.
5. After the flame comes on, leave the variable control knob on LO for about 5
minutes, and then switch to the desired temperature.
1. Turn control knob to “PILOT”.
2. Press down lightly and turn to “OFF”.
3. Turn the gas tank off completely.
4. Wait 5 minutes before relighting.
Turning the Heater and Pilot Light OFF
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WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
• Do NOT touch or move heater for at least 45 minutes
after use.
• Reflector is hot to the touch.
• Allow reflector to cool before touching.
To enjoy years of outstanding performance from your heater, make sure you perform the following
maintenance activities on a regular basis:
Keep exterior surfaces clean.
Use warm soapy water for cleaning. Never use flammable or corrosive cleaning agents.
While cleaning your unit, be sure to keep the area around the burner and pilot assembly dry at all
times. Do not submerge the control valve assembly. If the gas control is submerged in water, do NOT
use it. It must be replaced.
a. Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other
flammable vapors and liquids.
b. Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
c. Keep the ventilation opening(s) of the cylinder enclosure free and clear from debris.
Keep air flow unobstructed. Keep controls, burner, and circulating air passageways clean. Signs
of possible blockage include:
Normal
Abnormal
