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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Before performing a leak test, be sure that no sparks can occur and you are in a spacious outdoor
area. Connect the propane gas tank to the regulator and turn the valve on the unit to the “OFF”
position. Brush a soap and water mixture on all connections. Turn the gas supply on; if bubbles occur
on any connection there may be a leak.
If you smell gas or a leak is discovered, turn the gas
valve off, disconnect the propane gas tank and do not use the appliance until the leak is
repaired.
Do not use the heating unit without inspecting the gas hose. If there are signs of wear or abrasion you
must replace the hose (if applicable). Pumice stones/lava rocks/LavaGlass
®
could pop up and strike
somebody’s face during the process of lighting this unit; stand away from the unit for the first 20
minutes after igniting. Flame height should be a yellow/blue color between 2 - 10 inches in height.
Wait 50 minutes after extinguishing flame prior to place a lid (if applicable) or protective cover on
heating item.
To Light
1. Turn ignition control knob (M) to the “OFF” position. Connect propane gas tank to regulator
and open the cylinder valve.
2. Push the ignition control knob (M) in and turn counterclockwise to the “HIGH” position; this
will ignite the fuel. Keep holding down the control knob for 15 seconds.
3. If ignition does NOT immediately take place in seconds, push and turn the ignition control knob (M)
clockwise to “OFF”. Wait 5 minutes, then repeat the lighting procedure as above.
4. To adjust the flame, turn the ignition control knob (M) either clockwise or counterclockwise
depending on whether you want to lower or raise the flame.
To Extinguish
1. Turn control knob (M) clockwise to the “LOW” position; let the knob pop up and continue turning the
control knob (M) to the “OFF” position.
2. Close the cylinder valve on the propane gas tank if you don’t intend to use it for a long time.
Fire product and propane gas cylinder
minimum distance must be over 60 inches
(as per right side photo).
WARNING
10 in.
25 cm
1 in.
5 cm
WARNING
If the burner does not ignite with the burner
control valve open, gas will continue to flow out
of the burner and could accidentally ignite
causing injury or property damage.