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Table of Contents

Table of Contents   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 2
Safety Information   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 2
Warranty   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 4
Pre-Assembly   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 5
Assembly .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 7
Connecting the Propane Tank    .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 9
Performing a Leak Test  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 10

Operation .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 11
Replacing the Gas Cylinder    .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 13
Storage   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 13
Care and Cleaning    .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 14
Maintenance   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 14
Troubleshooting   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 14

Safety Information

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Read this manual carefully before assembling, using, or servicing this 
heater. Keep this manual for future reference.

IF YOU SMELL GAS

If you smell gas:
1.  Shut off gas to the heater.
2.  Extinguish any open flame.
3.  If the odor continues, keep away from the heater and 

immediately call your gas supplier or fire department.

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.

 

Equip your home with at least 1 smoke detector on each floor.

 

Keep at least one dry-powder operative ABC-type fire 
extinguisher in the home at all times.

 

Keep areas around heat sources free from papers and trash.

 

Store paints, solvents, and flammable liquids away from all heat 
and ignition sources.

 

Develop a fire-escape plan before a fire occurs. Be sure every 
person understands the plan and is able to carry out the plan in 
case of emergency.

 

If your clothing catches fire, do not run. Drop down immediately 
and roll to smother the flames.

The following symbols are used extensively throughout this manual. 
Always pay attention to these precautions as they are essential when 
using any mechanical or fueled equipment.

DANGER:

 Indicates an immediately hazardous situation 

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

WARNING:

 Indicates an imminently hazardous situation 

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

CAUTION:

 Indicates an imminently hazardous situation 

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

PERSONAL SAFETY

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 people who can understand and 
follow the instructions should use or service this heater.

WARNING:

 For outdoor use only.

WARNING:

 Do not store or use gasoline or other 

flammable vapor 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.

WARNING:

 Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, 

service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury 
or death. Read the installation, operating 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, car or home.

Summary of Contents for 68164

Page 1: ...e your home Visit us online to see our full line of products available for your home improvement needs Thank you for choosing Hampton Bay USE AND CARE GUIDE PATIO HEATER Questions problems missing par...

Page 2: ...escape plan before a fire occurs Be sure every person understands the plan and is able to carry out the plan in case of emergency If your clothing catches fire do not run Drop down immediately and ro...

Page 3: ...ren PROPANE GAS PRECAUTIONS DANGER EXPLOSION FIRE HAZARD Never store propane near high heat open flames pilot lights direct sunlight other ignition sources or where temperatures exceed 120 F 48 C Prop...

Page 4: ...sing If blisters pop apply a light antibiotic ointment and dress the wound area with gauze as previously described Warranty Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet consectetur adipisicing elit sed do eiusmod tempo...

Page 5: ...or damaged do not use this product and call customer service immediately TOOLS REQUIRED Wrench Phillips screwdriver HARDWARE INCLUDED AA GG HH II JJ KK LL EE BB CC DD FF Part Description Quantity Part...

Page 6: ...mbly continued PACKAGE CONTENTS A B C D E F G H I Part Description Quantity A Reflector 1 B Head assembly 1 C Post 1 D Tank housing 1 E Post support 1 F Support legs 3 G Regulator 1 H Base 1 I Wheel a...

Page 7: ...do not wish to attach these items proceed to step 3 Mount the anchoring arms II to the holes on the base housing H using six bolts AA and nuts BB H BB AA E E EE E E II JJ I 3 Attaching the support leg...

Page 8: ...ly D 6 Attaching the reflector studs to the head assembly Insert three reflector studs FF into the top of the head assembly B Tighten the studs securely FF B 7 Attaching the head assembly Remove the 4...

Page 9: ...ylinder not included Use a standard 20 lb propane cylinder only Use this heater only with a propane vapor withdrawal supply system For more information on this requirement see Chapter 5 of the Standar...

Page 10: ...drops of this solution to where the regulator connects to the cylinder 4 Make sure all heater and light valves are OFF 5 Turn the cylinder valve ON IF BUBBLES APPEAR AT ANY CONNECTIONS THERE IS A LEA...

Page 11: ...oor storage WARNING The whole gas system hose regulator pilot or burner should be inspected for leaks before use WARNING Check the hose assembly for signs of extreme abrasion cuts or wear Suspected ar...

Page 12: ...ATER ON AND OFF 1 Turn on the valve on the gas supply cylinder 2 Press and turn the variable control knob to the HI position 3 Press down the variable control knob and hold for 20 seconds 4 While hold...

Page 13: ...ear this appliance Never fill the cylinder beyond 80 percent full Place the dust cap on the cylinder valve outlet whenever the cylinder is not in use Only install the type of dust cap on the cylinder...

Page 14: ...e and other flammable vapors and liquids Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air Keep the ventilation opening s of the cylinder enclosure free and clear from debris Visually check t...

Page 15: ...racting This is common with heaters If noise is ex cessive contact a qualified service person There is a gas odor even when the control knob is in the OFF position There is a gas leak Locate and corre...

Page 16: ...problems missing parts Before returning to the store call Hampton Bay Customer Service 8 a m 7 p m EST Monday Friday 9 a m 6 p m EST Saturday 1 855 HD HAMPTON HAMPTONBAY COM Retain this manual for fu...

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