Premier Ductable Heater
Owner’s Manual • Premier Ductable Heater
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Only the ducting and the air distribution accessories
as suppled and specified by the heater’s manu
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facturer shall be used. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER
DUCTWORK, DUCTING , FIELD FABRICATED DUCTS,
TARPS, STOVE PIPE, or any other means of making
the connection between the heater and the inside of
the tent.
Unit Diffuser:
Premier 40: 500-132540
Premier 80: 500-132902
Premier 170: 500-26351
This accessory provides the necessary clearance to
combustible materials; it is attached to the blower outlet
of the heater and distributes the air inside the tent. Local
codes may require a 10 ft./3.04 m separation between the
tent and the heater. In this case the unit mounted diffuser
shall not be used.
Duct Kit:
Premier 40: 8 in. (20.3 cm) x 12 ft. (3.65 m), 500-132544
Premier 80/170: 12 in. (30.5 cm) x 12 ft. (3.65 m)
500-26346, Gray Duct
500-26347, White Duct
This accessory provides for locating the heater up to 10
ft./3,04 meters away from the tent as required by some
local codes.
Use only one duct per heater with or without an end
diffuser.
End Diffuser:
Premier 40: 500-132541
Premier 80/170: 500-26350
This accessory is used in conjunction with the Premier
ducting kit. It is placed under the tent edge and distributes
air inside the tent.
5. When using the unit diffuser or end diffuser air
distribution accessories, extend the side shields;
ensure the tent material is laid within the diffusers
U-channel and anchored securely.
6. The heater’s gas pressure regulator must be protected
from adverse weather conditions (rain, ice, snow) as
well as from building materials (tar, concrete, plaster,
etc.) which can affect safe operation and could result in
property damage or injury.
7. Ensure that all accessories that shipped within the
heater have been removed from inside the heater and
installed.
8. Check all connections for gas leaks using approved
gas leak detectors. Gas leak testing is performed as
follows:
General Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Burn Hazard
Can cause property damage, severe injury or death.
1. To avoid dangerous accumulation of fuel gas, turn
off gas supply at the appliance service valve before
starting installation, and perform gas leak test after
completion of installation.
2. Do not force the gas control knob. Use only your
hand to turn the gas control knob. Never use any
tools. If the knob will not operate by hand, the
control should be replaced by a qualified service
technician. Force or attempted repair may result in
fire or explosion.
1. Read all safety precautions and follow the L.B.
White Co., LLC recommendations when installing
this heater. If during the installation or relocating
of heater, you suspect that a part is damaged or
defective, call a qualified service agency for repair
or replacement.
2. The heating equipment must be properly
positioned before use on a flat, stable, and
horizontal surface. Ensure the heater is level. (Use
a level, check lengthwise & crosswise). Observe
and obey all minimum safe distances of the heater
to the nearest combustible materials. Safe distances
are given on the heater dataplate and on page 4 of
this manual.
3. L.P Gas Installation Requirements
■ All LP. gas containers must be placed at least 5
feet/1.52 meters from the nearest tent wall structure.
■ Ensure all L.P. gas containers are secured and
protected from all people, vehicular traffic and
contact.
■ L.P. gas containers must be located on a flat,level,
and stable surface.
■ L.P. gas cylinders (a.k.a. 100 lb/45 kg. cylinders/
tanks) must be secured from tip-over.
Contact your local authorities, L.P. gas dealers, or
fire marshalls for specifics dealing with installation in
your area
4. This heater may be installed either indoors or
outdoors and is approved for use with or without
ductwork. For outdoor installations, additional
accessories are needed to properly provide heated
air to the inside. These accessories are as follows:
