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Caution:
Do not attempt to operate this appliance until you have read and understand all Safety Information in
this manual and all assembly is complete and leak checks have been performed.
WARNING CONCERNING THE GLASS TUBE:
●
NEVER
use this heater when it is raining. The glass tube will break when it comes in contact with water.
●
NEVER
splash any liquid on the glass tube while the heater is in operation.
●The glass tube will be extremely hot when the heater is in operation.
NEVER
try to touch the glass tube or allow
children near the glass tube while the heater is in operation. Wait until the heater has cooled completely.
●Always ensure the heater is on firm, level ground. The glass tube will break if the heater falls and hits objects
or the ground.
●Always inspect the glass tube before each use of the heater and
NEVER
use the heater is the glass tube has a
chip or crack. The glass tube
MUST
be replaced before use if it has been damaged.
Before Turning Gas Supply ON
:
1. Your heater was designed and approved for OUTDOOR use only. Do NOT use it inside a building, garage, or
any other enclosed area.
2. Make sure surrounding areas are free of combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors or
liquids.
3. Ensure that there is no obstruction to air ventilation. Be sure all gas connections are tight and there are no
leaks.
4. Be sure the cylinder cover is clear of debris. Be sure any component removed during assembly or servicing is
replaced and fastened prior to starting.
Before Lighting
:
1. Heater should be thoroughly inspected before each use, and by a qualified service person at least annually. If
re-lighting a hot heater, always wait at least 5 minutes.
2. 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 the manufacturer.
Lighting
:
NOTE
: For initial start or after any cylinder change, hold the control knob in for 2 minutes to purge air from all
gas lines before proceeding.
NOTE:
This heater has an Electronic Ignition and will require installation of 1 - AAA
battery. The battery should be installed by unscrewing the RED IGNITER BUTTON.
1. Turn the control knob to the “OFF” position.
2. Fully open the LP cylinder valve.
3. Turn the control knob counterclockwise to
small flame symbol (MIN).
4. Push control knob in and then push the RED igniter button to
ignite the main burner. Repeat until the burner ignites. Keep the control knob fully
pushed in for an additional 10-20 seconds after the burner ignites, then
release the control knob.
5. To increase the flame, turn the control knob clockwise toward the large
flame symbol (MAX). To decrease the flame, turn the control knob counter
clockwise towards the small flame symbol (MIN).
6. To turn the appliance OFF, turn the control knob clockwise to the OFF position.
7. Wait at least 5 minutes before attempting to re-light the heater.
8. Turn the gas cylinder valve to OFF or closed.
If you experience any ignition problems, please consult “Troubleshooting” on page 15.
Caution
: Avoid inhaling fumes emitted from the heater’s first use. Smoke and odor from the burning
of oils used in the manufacturing will appear. Both smoke and odor will dissipate after approximately
30 minutes. The heater should NOT produce thick black smoke.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
