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Owner’s manual and assembly instructions: 81000 portable outdoor heater 3/3/03
Contact 1-800-762-1142 for assistance.
Do not return to place of purchase.
Maintenance
To enjoy years of outstanding performance from your heater make sure you
perform the following maintenance activities on a regular basis:
• Keep exterior surfaces clean.
• Use warm soapy water for cleaning. Never use flammable or corrosive
cleaning agents.
• While cleaning your unit, be sure to keep the area around the burner
and pilot assembly dry at all times. Do not submerge the control valve
assembly. If the gas control is submerged in water, do NOT use it.
It must be replaced.
Air flow must be unobstructed. Keep controls, burner, and circulating air
passageways clean. Signs of possible blockage include:
• Gas odor with extreme yellow tipping of flame
• Heater does NOT reach the desired temperature.
• Heater glow is excessively uneven.
• Heater makes popping noises.
Spiders and insects can nest in burner or orifices. This dangerous condition
can damage heater and render it unsafe for use. Clean burner holes by
using a heavy-duty pipe cleaner. Compressed air may help clear away
smaller particles.
Carbon deposits may create a fire hazard. Clean dome and emitter with
warm soapy water if any carbon deposits develop.
Note:
In a salt-air environment (such as near an ocean) corrosion occurs
more quickly than normal. Frequently check for corroded areas and repair
them promptly.
TIP:
Use high-quality automobile wax to help maintain the appearance of your
heater. Apply to exterior surfaces from the pole down. Do not apply to
emitter screen, dome, or wire guard.
