Surefire SF87PHLP, Use And Care Manual

Page 1: ... 8 00 AM and 5 00 PM Eastern time Monday through Friday or email us at saleshelp sureheat com FOR YOUR SAFETY 1 Read this Manual before attempting to assemble or operate your patio heater 2 Follow safety instructions 3 Check for leaks according to the directions in this Manual before operating your patio heater even if purchasing an assembled patio heater 4 Keep this Manual for future reference 5 ...

Page 2: ...p 4 Attach Post to Support Brackets Step 5 Attach Reflection Studs to Screen Cover Step 6 Attach Head Assembly to Post Step 7 Install Reflector Step 8 Attach Reflector Assembly to Studs Step 9 Connect hose Regulator to Cylinder Gas Requirement Pre Operation Leak Testing Operation Care Maintenance Troubleshooting Warranty Table of Contents 3 5 6 7 7 8 8 9 9 10 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 2 ...

Page 3: ...extensively throughout this manual Always heed these precautions as they are essential when using any mechanical or fueled equipment RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS WORDS AND LABELS WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury NOTE indicates an important piece of information that needs to be observed to ensure the proper operation of you...

Page 4: ...peration this product can be a source of ignition Keep heater area clear and free from combustible materials such as gasoline paint thinner cleaning solvents and other flammable vapors and liquids Do not use heater in areas with high dust content Minimum heater clearances from combustible materials three 3 feet from the sides two 2 feet from the top WARNING We cannot foresee every use which may be...

Page 5: ...pane when not in use DANGER EXPLOSION FIRE HAZARD Never store propane near high heat open flames pilot lights direct sunlight other ignition souces or where temperatures exceed 120 49 Propane vapors are heavier than air and can accumulate in low places If you smell gas leave the area immediately Never install or remove propane cylinder while heater is lit if pilot light is lit or ignition source a...

Page 6: ... Hardware 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 6 Reflector Panel 3 Reflector Plate Reflector Assembly Reflector Stud 3 Heater Burner Screen Heater Assembly Cylinder Housing Post Gas Hoseless Regulator Regulator Base Wheel ...

Page 7: ...ium blade Adjustable opening wrench Leakage Detection Solution Instructions on how to make solution are included on page 15 Note You must follow all steps to properly assemble heater Hardware Picture Qty Description Used in Step s 4 4 4 Total 9 9 9 9 3 3 1 Small Bolt Small Flat Washer Small Screw 4 4 3 6 9 8 8 8 9 6 1 3 4 7 8 Medium Flat Washer Cap Nut Small screw Wing Nut Reflector Stud Wrench La...

Page 8: ...sembly is parallel to the base and fully tighten bolts Wheel Assembly 2 Medium bolts 2 Large Flange Nuts Slip 4 Large Screws though holes of Base Lay Bucket inside of Base and screw on large nut Tighten with Phillips screwdriver To improve stability the bucket should be filled with sand Bucket 4 Large Screws 4 Large Nuts Step 2 Attach Bucket to Base Step 1 Attach Wheel Assembly to Base ...

Page 9: ...Attach Cylinder Housing loosely to Base with four Small Screws Step 4 Attach Post to Cylinder Housing top Open the door put post through the hole on the top of Cylinder Housing Attach post to Cylinder Housing using four Small Bolts Nuts and Small Flat Washers ...

Page 10: ...tach Head Assembly to Post 4 Small Bolts Head Assembly Insert hose end into the top of the post and then rest the burner head assembly onto the post making sure that the control knob is positioned above the lighting instructions on the post Attach Head Assembly to post and loosely install four small bolts Tighten bolts securely Remove 4 small bolts from the top of the Head Assembly ...

Page 11: ...ecessary for proper alignment of reflector section to loosely install all of the screws for assembly prior to tightening Once all of the screws have been loosely installed tighten with a wrench 9 Small Screws 9 Medium Flat Washers 9 Cap Nuts 11 Slide two Reflector Panels together Insert one Small Screw ...

Page 12: ...ete the assembly of all three Reflector Panel sections Slide Reflector Plate onto Reflector Panels Insert one Small Screw Slide one small Flat Washer over threaded end of screw and loosely screw on Cap Nut Repeat procedure to install the remaining screws Once all screws have been loosely installed tighten all screws with a wrench ...

Page 13: ...ds Support Heater Slide 3 Large Flat Washers over threaded end of Studs Install Reflector Assembly onto three 3 studs Install large flat washers on studs and securely tighten wing nuts Make sure not to overtighten the wing nuts 6 Large Flat Washers 3 Wing Nuts ...

Page 14: ...e ANSI Z223 1 The minimum hourly output of 17000 Btu is the required rating of a heater operating at ratings less than full input rating The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the appliance must be used A dented rusted or damaged propane cylinder may be hazardous and should be checked by your cylinder supplier Never use a propane cylinder with a damaged valve connection The propane...

Page 15: ...s Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods and Commission L P TANK USE When turning the L P tank on make sure to open the valve SLOWLY two 2 complete turns to ensure proper gas flow Most gas tanks now come equipped with a leak detector mechanism internal to the tank when gas is allowed to escape rapidly it shuts off the gas supply Opening the valve rapidly may simulate a gas lea...

Page 16: ... the knob on the fuel supply cylinder 5 Turn on the burner control knob for a moment to release the pressure in the hose then turn the control knobs back off 6 Wash off soapy solution with cold water and towel dry Check all gas supply fittings before each use and each time the gas supply cylinder is connected to the regulator Have a qualified service technician leak test the heater any time a part...

Page 17: ...connections are tight and there are no leaks 5 Be sure the cylinder cover is clear of debris 6 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 2 If relighting a hot heater always wait at least 5 minutes 3 Inspect the hose ...

Page 18: ...ause a ball of flame upon ignition WHEN HEATER IS ON Emitter screen will become bright red due to intense heat The color is more visible at night Burner will display tongues of blue and yellow flame These flames should not be yellow or produce thick black smoke indicating an obstruction of airflow through the burners The flame should be blue with straight yellow tops If excessive yellow flame is d...

Page 19: ... fire to occur behind the valve panel thereby damaging the heater and making it unsafe to operate We recommend you check the heater and remove any spiders insects and webs at least once a year to reduce this risk Carbon deposits may create a fire hazard Clean reflector and burner screen with warm soapy water if any carbon deposits develop Note In a salt air environment such as near an ocean corros...

Page 20: ...ay lit Dirt built up around pilot Clean dirt from around pilot Connection between gas valve and pilot assembly is loose Tighten connection and perform leak check Thermocouple is not operating correctly Replace thermocouple Burmer won t light Gas pressure is low Turn cylinder valve OFF and replace cylinder Blockage in orifice Clear blockage Control knob is not in ON position Turn control knob to ON...

Page 21: ...t to temperatures above its rated specifications which can cause considerable warping disassembly including removal of the product from a built in installation damage resulting from accident alteration misuse abuse hostile environments or improper installation repair or alteration acts of God such as fire flood hurricanes and tornadoes gas cylinders propane tanks or other fuel delivery systems inc...