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Caution and General Safety
At all times maintain clearance to combustible materials as further specified in this manual.
Failure to do so can result in serious fire hazard.
Never operate heaters in atmosphere containing flammable vapours or combustible dusts.
This heater is equipped with an electronic and automatic ignition device. Do not attempt to
light the burner by hand. Failure to comply can result in a serious fire and personal injury
hazard.
Certain materials, when stored under this heater are subjected to radiant heat can soften,
distort or otherwise be damaged, special care should be taken of plastic materials
Appliance surfaces, other than the obvious flame and emitter surfaces, attain elevated
temperatures during operation. Do not touch the heater head during operation. Everyone
should be alerted to this hazard to avoid burning.
Children should be strictly supervised when in the area of this heating appliance. Playing or
running around the structure should be strictly forbidden.
Clothing or other flammable materials should not be hung on or near this heater.
Any guard or other protective device removed for servicing the heater must be replaced
prior to operating the heater.
Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person. The heater should be
inspected before use and at least annually by a qualified service person.
Safety Requirements
1. Never locate the heater directly below electrical lines, gas lines or sprinkler systems.
2. Do not locate heater too close to vinyl or plastic wall coverings. These materials may
discolour or soften well before they reach combustible limits.
3. The heater requires a minimum clearance from combustible materials. See the
Clearance to Combustible Materials section for specific requirements.
4. Always allow room for maintenance purposes.
5. The heater aspirates air for combustion. Do not locate heater where there are severe
draft conditions or airflow restrictions to the burner.
CAUTION: FIRE OR BURN INJURY HAZARD
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