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SAFETY
INFORMATION
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• Not for domestic use (inside living areas). Use heater for space heating only.
• Primarily intended for temporary heating of buildings under construction,
alteration, or repair.
• Install and use heater with care. Follow all local ordinances and codes.
• Use only in a well-vented area away from combustible materials.
• Provide proper ventilation. If not, excessive levels of carbon monoxide (CO)
and carbon dioxide (CO
2
) will form. Provide two fresh, outside air openings
for ventilation. One opening should be near the floor, the other opening near
the ceiling. Each ventilation opening minimum size is as follows:
SH42 model: 550 cm
2
SH68 model: 875 cm
2
• Never use heater where gasoline, paint thinner, or other highly flammable
vapors are present. Use only in places free of flammable vapors or high dust
content.
• Do not use heater below ground level. Propane gas is heavier than air. If a
leak occurs, propane gas will sink to the lowest possible level.
• Keep heater away from strong drafts, water spray, rain, or dripping water.
• Check heater for damage before each use. Do not use a damaged heater.
• Use only propane gas, I3P.
• Keep propane tank(s) below 38° C.
• Unhook heater from propane and electrical supply before moving or when not
in use.
• Use only the electrical voltage and frequency specified on model plate.
• Use only the hose and regulator provided with the heater.
• Inspect hose before each use. If cut, worn, or damaged, replace before using
heater. Use the replacement hose assembly specified in this manual.
• Keep heater at least two meters from propane tank(s). Do not point heater at
propane tank(s).
• Minimum heater clearances from combustibles:
Outlet: 3 meters
Sides: 1 meter
Top: 2 meters
Rear: 1 meter
• Locate heater on stable and level surface if heater is hot or running.
• Keep children and animals away from heater.
• When used with thermostat, heater may start anytime.
• Never block air inlet (rear) or air outlet (front) of heater.
• Never move, handle, or service a hot, operating, or plugged-in heater.
• Do not alter heater. Keep heater in its original state.
• Do not use heater if altered.
• Never attach duct work to front or rear of heater.
• Use only original replacement parts. This heater must use design-specific
parts. Do not substitute or use generic parts. Improper replacement parts could
cause serious or fatal injuries.
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WARNINGS
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1. Remove all packing items applied to heater for shipment. Keep packing items
and carton for storing heater.
2. Remove all items from carton.
3. Check all items for shipping damage. If heater is damaged, promptly inform
dealer where you bought heater.
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