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Contents

General Safety Information.......................................

1

Assembly Instructions

Components & Hardware........................................

3

Additional Requirements ........................................

3

Installation Process

Step1 - Attach Ground Fixer To Base .....................

4

Step 2 – Attach Post to Base .................................

4

Step 3 –Attach Post to Post.....................................

5

Step 4 – Attach Reflector Studs to Screen Cover...

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Step 5 – Attach Head Assembly to Post..................

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Step 6 – Install Reflector.........................................

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Step 7 – Attach Reflector Assembly to Studs..........

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Step 8 – Connect Hose & Regulator to Cylinder...

7

Leak Check.............................................................

9

Operation................................................................

9

Operation Checklist

10

Troubleshooting...................................................... 11

Maintenance...........................................................

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Storage................................................................... 12

Service.................................................................... 12

General Safety Information

This manual contains important information about the

assembly, operation and maintenance of this patio heater.

General safety information is presented in these first few

pages and is also located throughout the manual.

Keep this manual for future reference and to educate

new users of this product. This manual should be read in

conjunction with the labeling on the product.

Safety precautions are essential when any mechanical

or

propane

fueled

equipment

is

involved.

These

precautions are necessary when using, storing, and

servicing. Using this equipment with the respect and

caution demanded will reduce the possibilities of personal

injury or property damage.

The following symbols shown below are used extensively

throughout this manual. Always heed these precautions,

as they are essential when using any mechanical or

fueled equipment.

DANGER

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

WARNING

indicates an imminently hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

CAUTION

indicates an imminently hazardous situation which,

if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate personal injury,
or property damage.

WARNING:

For Outdoor Use Only

WARNING

DANGER

Failure to comply with the precautions and instructions
provided with this heater can result in death, serious bodily injury
and property loss or damage from hazards of fire,explosion,
burn, asphyxiation, and/or carbon monoxide poisoning.
Only persons who can understand and follow the instructions
should use or service this heater.

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance
can cause property damage, injury or death. Read the installation, 
operation and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing 
or servicing this equipment.

...............................................

DANGER

CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD

This appliance can produce carbon 
monoxide which has no odor.
Using it in an enclosed space can kill you.
Never use this appliance in an enclosed 
space such as a camper, tent or home.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you smell gas: 
1. Shut off gas to the appliance.

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3. If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and 
    immediately call you gas supplier or fire department.

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 appliance.

Summary of Contents for HSS-NG-SS

Page 1: ...HSS NG SS IMPORTANT Read this manual carefully before assembling using or servicing this heater Keep this manual for future reference ANSI Z83 26 2007 CSA 2 37 2007 Gas Fired Outdoor Infrared Patio Heaters PATIO HEATER R R ...

Page 2: ...dicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING WARNING indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury DANGER WARNING CAUTION CAUTION indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate personal injury or property damage WARNING For Ou...

Page 3: ... no local codes exist follow the current National standards of CANADA CAN CGA B 149 2 DANGER CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD This heater is a combustion appliance All combustion appliances produce carbon monoxide CO during the combustion process This product is designed to produce extremely minute non hazardous amounts of CO if used and maintained in accordance with all warnings and instructions Do not blo...

Page 4: ...ition sources or where temperatures exceed 120 degrees F 49 C Propane vapors are heavier than air and canaccumulate in low places If you smell gas leave the area immediately Never install or remove propane cylinder while heater is lighted near flame pilot lights other ignition sources or while heater is hot to touch This heater is red hot during use and can ignite flammables too close to the burne...

Page 5: ... process Step 1 Attach Ground Fixer To Base 4 Req d Medium Bolts 4 Small Screw 3 WARNING California Proposition 65 Combustion by products produced when using this product contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer birth defects and other reproductive harm Reverse the base fix the ground fixer to the base with bolts and washers like picture shows To protect heater from stron...

Page 6: ...the screws Step 4 Attach Reflector Studs to Screen Cover Insert 3 Reflector Studs 3 Flat Washers Tighten studs securely Step 5 Attach Head Assembly to Post Screw off 4 small bolts 3 Req d Reflector Studs 3 Req d Large Flat Washers Head Assembly 4 Req d Small Bolts 4 Req d Small Screw Hose is not included in the product Need Purchase Separately ...

Page 7: ... each screw prior to further assembly and retighten after sections are aligned Slide two Reflector Panels together Insert one Small Screw Slide one Small Flat Washer over threaded end of screw and screw on Cap Nut loosely Slide Reflector Plate onto Reflector Panels Insert one Small Screw Slide one Small Flat Washer over threaded end of screw and screw on Cap Nut loosely Repeat procedure to complet...

Page 8: ...SI Z223 1 NFPA54 Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code CSA B149 1 or Propane Storage and Handling Code B149 2 The installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA54 Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code CSA B149 1 or Propane Storage and Handling Code B149 2 A dented rusted or damaged propane cylinder may be hazardous a...

Page 9: ...isconnect reconnect and perform another leak check If you continue to see bubbles after several attempts Natural gas Valve is defective and should be returned to cylinder s place of purchase If NO bubbles appear at any connection the connections are secure Turn Natural gas Valve OFF NOTE Whenever gas connections are loosened or removed you must perform a complete leak test Complete installation Op...

Page 10: ...lit repeat steps 3 and 4 6 If after repeating steps 3 4 unit does not light then Push in Control Knob and turn counterclockwise to PILOT As you are depressing the Control Knob place long stem lighter into the ignition hole Figure c on the Emitter Screen to light the pilot Repeat step 4 Figure c 7 Push in and turn the Control Knob to the LOW position then release Control Knob If you want a higher t...

Page 11: ...ob and continue to turn it clockwise to OFF Turn natural gas Valve clockwise to OFF and disconnect Regulator when heater is not in use Note After use some discoloration of the emitter screen is normal Operation Checklist For a safe and pleasurable heating experience perform this check before each use Before Operating I am familiar with entire owner s manual and understand all precautions noted All...

Page 12: ...linder Supply hose is bent or kinked Straighten hose Control knob fully ON Check burner and orifices for blockage Carbon build up Dirt or film on reflector and burner screen Clean reflector and burner screen Thick black smoke Blockage in burner Remove blockage and clean burner inside and outside Maintenance WARNING FOR YOUR SAFETY Do NOT touch or move heater for at least 45 minutes after use Refle...

Page 13: ...ocation outdoors Store heater upright in an area sheltered from direct contact with inclement weather such as rain sleet hail snow dust and debris If desired cover heater to protect exterior surfaces and to help prevent build up in air passages Note Wait until heater is cool before covering Service Warranty Repair to gas passages and associated components should be done only by a qualified service...

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