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4. Open propane supply valve on propane tank(s) slowly. 

Note:

 If not opened

slowly, excess-flow check valve on propane tank will stop gas flow. If this
happens, close propane supply valve and open again slowly.

INSTALLATION

Continued

Figure 3 - Hose and Inlet Connector

LP-PFA/OV 008

Hose and Inlet Connector-LP200 & 275

Figure 2 - Regulator With Vent Pointing Down

Propane
Tank

1. Provide propane supply system (see Propane Supply, page 5).
2. Connect POL fitting on hose/regulator assembly to propane tank(s). Turn

POL fitting counterclockwise into threads on tank. Tighten firmly using
7/8" wrench. 

IMPORTANT:

 Tighten regulator with vent pointing down.

Pointing vent down protects regulator from weather damage.

Supply Valve

POL Fitting

Hose

Regulator

Vent
(pointing down)

3. Connect hose to the inlet connector. Tighten firmly using 9/16" wrench.

IMPORTANT:

 Use extra hose or piping if needed. Install extra hose or

piping between hose/regulator assembly and propane tank. You must use the
regulator supplied with heater even if propane tank has one.

Hose

Inlet Connector

!

WARNING

Review and understand the warnings in the Safety Informa-
tion Section. They are needed to safely operate this heater.
Follow all local codes when using this heater.

!

WARNING

Test all gas piping and connections for leaks after installa-
tion or servicing. Never use an open flame to check for a
leak. Apply a mixture of liquid soap and water to all joints.
Bubbles forming show a leak. Correct all leaks at once.

Summary of Contents for HP275

Page 1: ...ARD WARNING 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 IFYOUNEEDASSISTANCEORHEATERINFORMATIONSUCHASANINSTRUCTIONS M...

Page 2: ...questions about heater use Other standards govern the use of fuel gases and heat producing products for specific uses Your local authorities can advise you about these Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide than others Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu with headaches dizziness and or nausea If you have these signs the heater may not be wo...

Page 3: ...er away from strong drafts water spray rain or dripping water Never attach duct work to heater Never block air inlet bottom of shell or air outlet around top of shell of heater Keep children and animals away from heater Locate heater on stable and level surface if heater is hot or operating Minimum heater clearances from combustibles Sides 4 feet Top 6 feet 2 inches Install and use heater with car...

Page 4: ...m dealer where you bought heater UNPACKING Figure 1 HP275 Pilot Inlet Connector Hose Regulator Assembly Note Debris Shield Not Shown THEORY OF OPERATION The Fuel System The hose regulator assembly attaches to the propane gas supply This provides fuel to the heater The Ignition System The piezo ignitor lights the pilot fuel supply The Automatic Control System The automatic control valve shuts off t...

Page 5: ...ratures Two or more 100 pound tanks or one larger tank may be needed in colder weather Your local propane gas dealer will help you select the proper supply system SPECIFICATIONS Average Temperature F At Tank Location 60 40 32 20 10 0 Number Of Tanks 2 2 3 3 3 3 VENTILATION WARNING Follow the minimum fresh outside air ventilation requirements If proper fresh outside air ventilation is not provided ...

Page 6: ...nting down Pointing vent down protects regulator from weather damage Supply Valve POL Fitting Hose Regulator Vent pointing down 3 Connect hose to the inlet connector Tighten firmly using 9 16 wrench IMPORTANT Use extra hose or piping if needed Install extra hose or piping between hose regulator assembly and propane tank You must use the regulator supplied with heater even if propane tank has one H...

Page 7: ...ons LP PFA OV 006 Gas Controls TrashCan Piezo Ignitor Button Main Burner Valve Handle Continued 5 Check all connections for leaks Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak that must be corrected OPERATION To Start Heater 1 Follow all installation ventilation and safety information 2 Locate heater on stable and level surface Make sure strong drafts do not blow...

Page 8: ...trap after stacking 6 If pilot light goes out repeat steps 4 and 5 7 When pilot remains lit fully open main burner valve Do this by turning main burner valve handle towards the ON position until it stops Note Arrows on main burner valve handle show directions for ON and OFF Main Burner Valve Handle Figure 5 Main Burner Valve Handle Location To Stop Heater 1 Tightly close propane supply valve on pr...

Page 9: ...rol valve button depressed 4 Replace pilot orifice 5 Adjust ignitor electrode gap to 120 Check wire lead for damage Replace piezo ignitor and or ignitor electrode as necessary 1 Relight hold automatic control valve button in 45 seconds 2 Check propane tank s for proper gas supply 3 Tighten connection or replace thermocouple 4 Replace automatic control valve 1 Fully open main burner valve by turnin...

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