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SAFETY INFORMATION
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14. Keep heater at least 6 ft (1.8 m) from propane
tank(s). Do not point heater at propane tank(s)
within 20 ft (6 m).
15. Keep propane tank(s) below 100° F (38° C).
16. Check heater for damage before each use. Do
not use a damaged heater.
17. Check hose before each use of heater. If highly
worn or cut, replace before using heater.
18. Locate heater on stable and level surface if
heater is hot or operating.
19. Not intended for use on finished floors.
20. Never block air inlet (rear) or air outlet (front)
of heater.
21. Keep heater away from strong drafts, water
spray, rain, or dripping water.
22. Do not leave heater unattended.
23. Keep children and animals away from
heater.
24. Never move, handle, or service a hot, operating,
or plugged-in heater. Severe burns may result.
Wait 20 minutes after turning heater off.
25. To prevent injury, wear gloves when handling
heater.
26. Never attach duct work to heater.
27. Do not alter heater. Keep heater in its original
state.
28. Do not use heater if altered.
29. Turn off propane supply and unplug heater
when not in use.
30. Use only original replacement parts. This
heater must use design-specific parts. Do
not substitute or use generic parts. Improper
replacement parts could cause serious or fatal
injuries.
UNPACKING
1. Remove all packing items applied to heater for
shipment. Keep plastic cover caps (attached to
inlet connector and hose/regulator assembly)
for storage.
2. Remove all items from carton.
3. Check all items for shipping damage. If heater
is damaged, promptly inform dealer where you
bought heater.
PRODUCT
IDENTIFICATION
Figure 1 - 50,000 BTU/Hr Model
Power
Cord
Hose/
Regulator
Assembly
Valve Inlet
Handle
Shell
Hot Air Outlet
(Front)
Fan
Guard
Piezo
Ignitor
Button
Automatic Control
Valve Knob
Motor
Heater
Base
PROPANE SUPPLY
Propane gas and propane tank(s) are to be fur-
nished by the user.
Use this heater only with a propane vapor
withdrawal supply system. See Chapter 5 of the
Standard for Storage and Handling of Liquefied
Petroleum Gas, ANSI/NFPA 58
and/or
CAN/CGA
B149.2
. Your local library or fire department will
have this booklet.
The amount of propane gas ready for use from
propane tanks varies. Two factors decide this
amount:
1. The amount of propane gas in tank(s)
2. The temperature of tank(s)
This heater is designed to operate with a minimum
20 lb (9 kg) propane tank. You may need two or
more tanks or one larger tank in colder weather.
Use a 100 lb (45 kg) tank for longer operation
or in very cold weather. Less gas is vaporized at
lower temperatures. Your local propane gas dealer
will help you select the proper supply system. The
minimum surrounding air temperature rating for
each heater is -20° F (-29° C).
Average Temperature
Number Of Tanks
At Tank Location
(100 lb/45 kg)
Above 0° F (-18° C)
1
Below 0° F (-18° C)
2