Maintenance and storage
Cleaning and maintenance
Important note:
1) All models – upper and lower protection guards
The guards are manufactured from stainless steel
but should be cleaned or polished on a regular
basis (once every 2 months) to avoid discolouration,
with a quality stainless steel cleaner.
2) Models with stainless steel side and front panels
The panels are manufactured from stainless steel
but should be cleaned or polished on a regular
basis (once every 2 months) to avoid discolouration,
with a quality stainless steel cleaner.
3) Models with powder coated side and front panels
Use warm soapy water for cleaning. Never use
inflammable, corrosive or abrasive cleaners. While
washing your unit, be sure to keep the area around
the burner and pilot assembly dry at all times. If the
gas control is exposed to water in any way, do not
try to use it, it must be replaced.
4) All models – note:
If the unit is situated in a salt air environment (such
as near the ocean) corrosion can occur more
quickly than normal. It should therefore be cleaned
on a more regular basis.
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
At least once a year, the unit should be inspected
for spiders, spider webs and other insects
Air flow must be unobstructed. Keep controls,
burner and circulating air passageways clean. Signs
of possible blockage include:
» Gas odour with extreme yellow tipping of
flame
» Heater glow is excessively uneven
» Heater makes popping noises
Spiders and insects can nest in the burner or
orifices: This dangerous condition can damage the
heater and render it unsafe for use. Clean burner
holes by using a heavy duty pipe cleaner.
Compressed air may help clear away smaller
particles
Carbon deposits may create a fire hazard. Clean
reflector and glass tube with soapy water if any
carbon deposits develop. Always be careful when
cleaning the glass tube.
Storage
Between uses:
Turn the control knob to the ‘OFF’ position
Turn LPG bottle to ‘OFF’ position
Store heater upright in an area sheltered away from
weather conditions (such as rain, sleet, hail and
snow)
If desired, cover heater to protect exterior surfaces
and to help prevent dust and debris collecting in air
passages
During periods of extended inactivity or when transporting:
Turn the control know to the ‘OFF’ position
Disconnect the LPG bottle and move to a secure,
well-ventilated location outdoors (DO NOT store in
a location that will exceed 51°c)
Store heater upright in an area sheltered away from
weather conditions (such as rain, sleet, hail and
snow)
If desired, cover heater to protect exterior surfaces
and to help prevent dust and debris collecting in air
passages
Warning
Note
For your safety:
Do not touch or move
the heater for at least 45
minutes after use
Allow burner elements
to cool before touching
In a salt-air environment
(such as near an ocean)
corrosion occurs more
quickly than normal
Frequently check for
corroded areas and
repair them promptly
Wait until heater is cool
before covering
Troubleshooting
Problem
Probable cause
Solution
Pilot will not light
Gas valve may be
off
Turn the gas valve
ON
Fuel bottle is
empty
Refill LP gas
bottle
Orifice blocked
Clean or replace
Air in supply
system
Purge air from
lines
Loose connection Check all fittings
Pilot will not stay
on
Debris around
pilot
Clean dirty area
Loose connection Tighten
connection
Thermocouple
faulty
Replace
thermocouple
Gas leak in line
Check
connections
Lack of fuel
pressure
Fuel bottle is
nearly empty
