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WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY
• Do NOT touch or move heater for at least 45 minutes after use.
• Reflector is too hot to touch. Allow reflector to cool before touching.
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.
1. Use warm soapy water for cleaning. Never use flammable or corrosive cleaning agents.
2. 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.
a. Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and
liquids.
b. Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
c. Keep the ventilation opening(s) of the cylinder enclosure free and clear from debris.
d. Visually check portions of the hose assembly located within the confines of the heater post. Inspect
the entire hose assembly at least annually by disassembling the reflector and burner. Inspect the hose assembly for
evidence of excessive abrasion, cuts, or wear-off.
e. Suspected areas should be leak tested.
f. Assemble the reflector and burner again following step 7 and 10.
3. 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 burner screen 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 or domes.
Storage Between uses:
1. Turn Control Knob OFF.
2. Disconnect LP source.
3. Store heater upright in an area sheltered from direct contact with inclement weather (such as rain, sleet, hail,
snow, dust and debris).
4. If desired, cover heater to protect exterior surfaces and to help prevent build-up in air passages. Note: Wait until
heater is cooled down before covering.
During periods of extended inactivity or when transporting:
1. Turn Control Knob OFF.
2. Disconnect LP source and move to a secure, well-ventilated location outdoors.
3. Store heater upright in an area sheltered from direct contact with inclement weather (such as rain sleet, hail,
snow, dust and debris).
4. If desired, cover heater to protect exterior surfaces and to help prevent build-up in air passages. Never leave LP
cylinder exposed to direct sunlight or excessive heat.
Note: Wait until heater is cooled down before covering.
Service
Only a qualified service person should repair gas passages and associated components.
Caution: Always allow heater to cool down before attempting any service.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
Pilot won’t light
Note: Heater operates at
reduced efficiency below
40OF (5OC)
Pilot won’t stay lit
Burner won’t light
Burner flame is low
Carbon build-up
Thick black smoke
Cylinder valve is closed.
There is blockage in orifice or
pilot tube.
Air in gas line.
Low gas pressure with cylinder
valve fully open.
Igniter fails.
Dirt has built up around pilot.
Connection between gas valve
and pilot assembly is loose.
Thermocouple is not operating
correctly.
Propane cylinder is frosted.
There is blockage in orifice.
Control knob is not turned to ON
position.
Gas pressure is low.
Outdoor temperature is less than
40OF and tank is less than 1/4
full.
There is blockage in burner.
There is dirt or film on reflector
and burner screen.
There is blockage in burner.
Open valve.
Clean or replace orifice or pilot tube.
Open gas line and bleed it (pressing control knob
in) for not more than 1 - 2 minutes or until you
smell gas.
Turn cylinder valve OFF and replace cylinder.
Use match to light pilot; obtain new igniter and
replace.
Clean dirt from around pilot.
Tighten connection and perform leak check.
Replace thermocouple.
Wait until the propane cylinder warms up and
becomes unfrosted.
Clear blockage.
Turn control knob to ON.
Turn cylinder valve OFF and replace cylinder.
Use a full cylinder.
Check burner and orifices for blockage.
Clean reflector and burner screen.
Remove blockage and clean burner inside and
outside.
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