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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER’S MANUAL

READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY: Read and follow all instructions. Place instructions in a
safe place for future reference. Do not allow anyone who has not read these instructions to as-
semble, light, adjust or operate the heater.

PORTABLE PROPANE HEATER FOR
RECREATIONAL AND COMMERCIAL USE

SPC-9

Model #

04/03 Revision L1 #73432

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explo-
sion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

WARNING:

— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any

other appliance.

— An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other appli-

ance.

— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS (Under certain conditions odor may fade (Refer to page 4)

Do not try to light appliance.

Extinguish any open flame.

Shut off gas to appliance.

— Service must be performed by a qualified service agency.

This is an unvented gas-fired portable heater. It uses air (oxygen) from the area in which it is used.
Adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided. Refer to page 3.

Summary of Contents for Handi-Heater SPC-9

Page 1: ...roperty damage personal injury or loss of life WARNING Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other appli ance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Under certain conditions odor may fade Refer to page 4 Do not try to light appliance Extinguish an...

Page 2: ...eater serviced SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NO SPC 9 GAS TYPE PROPANE INPUT BTU HR 4 000 9 000 CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES TOP 30 FRONT 24 SIDES 6 REAR 0 WARNING If the recreational or commercial enclosure does not haveawindoworroofvent DONOTUSETHISHEATER INSIDE THESTATEOFCALIFORNIAREQUIRESTHE FOLLOWINGWARNING WARNING Combustion by products produced when using this product contain carbon monoxide a chemical...

Page 3: ...ould stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition Young children should be carefully supervised when they are near the appliance Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the appliance Do not operate heater in any moving vehicle This heater can only be used in a recreational or commercial enclosure with a window or roof vent This heater is not for outdoor use This heater requir...

Page 4: ...t your sensitivity to that particular odor Odors present in animal confinement buildings can mask fuel gas odor The odorant in propane LP gas and natural gas is colorless and the intensity of its odor can fade under some circumstances If there is an underground leak the movement of gas through the soil can filter the odorant Propane LP gas odor may differ in intensity at different levels Since Pro...

Page 5: ...valveatLP gassupplycylinder Depress and turn Control Knob counterclockwise to PILOT position and hold for 1 2 minutes This may take longer to purge air from the supply hose depend ing on the length of the hose being used Depress red spark ignition button to light pilot flame repeat until pilot lights and continue to hold Control Knob down and at PILOT position for 30 60 seconds LIGHTING OPERATING ...

Page 6: ...ticeable flame A blue flame that rolls out at the top of the ceramic tile indicates an accumulation of dust lint or spider webs inside the casing assembly and main burner assembly If the pilot is yellow or the burner has a noticeable flame cleaning may be required Use the following procedure to inspect the casing assembly and main burner assembly It is necessary to periodically check the burner or...

Page 7: ...burner seeMAINTENANCE If Heater keeps shutting OFF during normal operation CHECK Pilot is blocked clean pilot see MAINTENANCE Provide minimum fresh air opening of 9 square inches example 3 x 3 opening Tip over switch activated from bumping heater Re light PARTSLIST SEEBACKPAGEFORPARTSORDERINGINFORMATION REF ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 73234 PIEZOIGNITER 2 73236 WIRE IGNITER 3 73237 WIRE GROUND 4 73405 COVE...

Page 8: ...8 Operating Instructions and Owner s Manual HANDI HEATER Model SPC 9 ...

Page 9: ...y be purchased at any Scheu Products Co local dealer or direct from the factory FORINFORMATIONREGARDINGSERVICE Please call Toll Free 800 325 7057 www allpro heaters com Our office hours are 7 00 AM 4 00 PM PT Monday through Friday Please include the model number date of purchase and description of problem in all communication LIMITEDWARRANTY Scheu Products Co warrants its heaters and accessories t...

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