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WHAT TO DO IF THE SMELL OF GAS IS PRESENT:

NEVER store or use gasoline or other flammable 

vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this heater.

NEVER store a propane (LP) cylinder not 

connected to this heater in the vicinity of this 

heater.
NEVER connect heater to an unregulated gas supply.
NEVER obstruct the flow of combustion and 

ventilation air. 
NEVER use duct work in front or rear of heater.
NEVER modify this heater or operate a heater that 

has been modified.
NEVER service, move or handle heater while still 

hot or operating

Keep all combustible materials away from this heater.

Minimum Clearance From Combustibles

Front

Sides

Top

72 in.

12 in.

24 in.

Minimum and Maximum Inlet 

Pressure

Sku

GAU-GFH-CH-18K

Min.

5 PSI

Max.

Bottle Pressure

RISK OF BURNS, 

FIRE AND 

EXPLOSION!

PROPANE IS AN  

EXPLOSIVE GAS.

CAUTION! 

HOT WHILE IN

OPERATION. DO 

NOT TOUCH. KEEP CHILDREN, ANIMALS, 

CLOTHING AND COMBUSTIBLES AWAY 

FROM HEATER. 

DANGER

WARNING

WARNING

For use with 

propane (LP) gas 

only.

The hose assembly 

shall be pro tected

from traffic, building 

material and contact with hot surfaces both 

during use and while in storage.

WARNING

WARNING

NEVER LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING, CONNECTED TO A POWER 

SOURCE, OR WHILE CONNECTED TO A FUEL SOURCE

Safety Information

GAU-GFH-CH-18K

– ALWAYS install the heater so that it is not directly

exposed to water spray, rain, dripping water, or

wind.

– Use heater in accordance with all local codes

and with CSA 5.90 U.S. (5th Ed.) Infrared

Patio Heater.

This heater is shipped from the factory

for use with propane (LP) gas only.

 Do not

convert to any other gas. Installation must

conform to local codes, or in their absence,

with the standard for the Storage and

Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases ANSI/

NFPA 58 and the Natural Gas and Propane

Installation Code CSA B149.1.

– Gas supply connections should be checked

by using a 50/50 soap and water solution.

Never use a flame to check for gas leaks.

– Use only the regulator and hose assembly

provided with this heater. Inspect the

regulator/hose assembly prior to each use of

the heater. If there is excessive abrasion or

wear, or if the hose is cut, replace it with the

proper assembly shown in the parts list, prior

to using the heater.

This heater is not for use on finished floors.

Larson Electronics, LLC

 

  Phone: (800) 369-6671 

 Fax: (903) 498-3364 

  www.larsonelectronics.com 

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DO NOT attempt to light the heater.

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Shut off gas to heater.

If odor continues, contact your local gas

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DO NOT touch or use any electric switch or

any electric device that can cause a spark.

Immediately call your gas supplier from a

neighbors phone. Follow the gas suppliers

instructions.

If you can not reach your gas supplier, call

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service agency.

Summary of Contents for GAU-GFH-CH-18K

Page 1: ...OR MAY CONTAIN VOLATILE OR AIRBORNE COMBUSTIBLES OR PRODUCTS SUCH AS GASOLINE SOLVENTS PAINT THINNERS DUST PARTICLES OR UNKNOWN CHEMICALS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Safety Information DANGER WA...

Page 2: ...construction alteration or repair Direct fired means that all of the combustion products of the heater enter the heated space This appliance is rated at 98 combustion efficiency but does produce small...

Page 3: ...ormation GAU GFH CH 18K ALWAYS install the heater so that it is not directly exposed to water spray rain dripping water or wind Use heater in accordance with all local codes and with CSA 5 90 U S 5th...

Page 4: ...sed without alteration Unpacking CAUTION NEVER LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING CONNECTED TO A POWER SOURCE OR WHILE CONNECTED TO A FUEL SOURCE RISK OF FIRE ALWAYS LOCATE HEATER ON A STABLE AND L...

Page 5: ...NT Always use a propane LP cylinder that has a connection device that is compatible with the hose and regulator assembly supplied Remove the back cover by sliding the cove straight up and away from th...

Page 6: ...and upright Avoid tipping the LP cylinder on its side when connected to a regulator since this may cause damage to diaphragm in the regulator Handle valves with care Never connect an unregulated LP cy...

Page 7: ...iter button several times to ignite the center burner panel 6 Continue to hold valve knob down for 30 seconds after the panel has lit This will heat the thermocouple After 30 seconds release the valve...

Page 8: ...n adequately ventilated enclosed spaces DANGER DANGER NEVER LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING CONNECTED TO A POWER SOURCE OR WHILE CONNECTED TO A FUEL SOURCE GAU GFH CH 18K Larson Electronics LLC...

Page 9: ...w air for ventilation and combustion Spiderwebs can also appear during periods of inactivity Be sure to inspect the heater before each use to look for any such obstructions Be sure to keep the air pas...

Page 10: ...or broken 3 Loose or disconnected igniter wire 4 Broken igniter wire 1 Properly position electrode 2 Replace the electrode 3 Tighten or reconnect loose wire 4 Replace igniter wire Heater stops runnin...

Page 11: ...1 2 3 Exploded View GAU GFH CH 18K Larson Electronics LLC Phone 800 369 6671 Fax 903 498 3364 www larsonelectronics com 11 of 11...

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