BuckMaster FP-BR-10-ZC, Manual

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CHECK GAS TYPE
: Use only type of gas indicated on valve rating plate. If type of gas listed on
the plate is not your type of gas supply, DO NOT INSTALL . Contact your dealer for proper model.
Always use an external regulator for all LP heaters to reduce supply tank pressure to a maximum of
13” W.C. This in addition to regulator furnished with heater.
WARNING:
Connection directly to an unregulated LP tank can cause an explosion.
The normal gas connection is 3/8” N.P.T. made at right rear side of appliance.
NOTE: The connecting pipe must be internally tinned copper tubing for use with natural gas. Test
for leaks using a solution of soap and water after completing connection. DO NOT USE OPEN
FLAME.
INSTALLATION SUPPLIES
Before installing heater, gather following materials:
- external regulator
- ground joint union
(supplied by installer for propane) - sediment trap
- piping (check local codes) - tee joint
- manual shutoff valve* - pipe wrench
- test gauge connection* - sealant (resistant to LP gas)
WARNING:
ANY CHANGE TO THIS HEATER OR ITS CONTROLS CAN BE DANGEROUS.
INSTALLATION
AFTER-MARKET MOBILE HOMES
WARNING:
Installation and repairs should be performed by a qualified service person. The
appliance should be inspected before use and at least annually by a professional service person.
More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding mate-
rial, etc. It is imperative that control compartments, burners and circulating air passageways of
appliance be kept clean.
THIS APPLIANCE MAY BE INSTALLED IN AN AFTERMARKET*, PERMANENTLY
LOCATED, MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOME, WHERE NOT PROHIBITED BY
LOCAL CODES.
*After Market: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale from manufacturer.
THIS APPLIANCE IS ONLY FOR USE WITH TYPE OF GAS INDICATED ON RATING
PLATE. THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT CONVERTIBLE FOR USE WITH OTHER GASES.
NOTE: For mobile home installation follow “Installation”, pages 6-19.
GAS CONNECTION