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MAINTENANCE/STORAGE

Visually Check

Emitter Screen

Yellow Tip

Primarily Blue

Flame

DO NOT touch or move heater for

at least 45 minutes after use. Allow

all burner elements to cool before

touching.

FOR YOUR SAFETY ; 

WARNING:

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.

NOTE:

wait until heater is cool before 

covering.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE : 

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.
Use warm soapy water for cleaning. Never use

flammable of corrosive cleaning agents.
While washing your unit, be sure to keep the area

around the burner and pilot assembly dry at all times. If

the gas control is exposed to water in any  way, do NOT

try to use it. It must be replaced.
Keep the appliance area free and clean from combustible

materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and

liquids; not obstructing the flow of combustion and

ventilation air; keeping the ventilation opening(s) of the

cylinder enclosure free and clear from debris. 

Gas odor with extreme yellow tipping of flame. 
Heater does NOT reach the desired temperature. 
Heater glow is excessively uneven. 
Heater makes popping noises. 

Visually check burner flames. 
Screw down the screws on pole, take out the burner

head assembly.
Check if there are cracks or worn sections on hose. If

yes, please call our customer service to replace hose.

At least once a year, the unit should be inspected

 for

the presence of spiders, spider webs or other insects.
Air flow must be unobstructed. Keep controls, burner,

and circulating air passageways clean. Signs of possible

blockage include: 

Check the cracks or worn sections 

Summary of Contents for Venetian

Page 1: ...WWW LAVAHEAT COM 41 000BTU PROPANE Owner s Manual 1 PIECE DOME REFLECTOR ADJUSTABLE HEAT SETTINGS 41 000 BTU WEIGHTED BASE BUILT IN WHEELS EASY TANK ACCESS SAFE TILT SWITCH ...

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Page 3: ...ance can cause injury death or property damage Read the installation operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS Certification Height Overall Reflector Diameter Rated Heat Input Fuel Gas Supply Manifold Pressure Safety Features Gas Supply Pressure Specifications CSA 90 5 inches 33 5 inches 4 000 BTU HR Propane LP 20 Lb LP Ga...

Page 4: ...trip over it or in areas where the hose will not be subject to accidental damage Any guard or other protective device removed for servicing the heater must be replaced prior to operating the heater Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person The heater should be inspected before use and at least annually by a qualified service person More frequent cleaning may be required ...

Page 5: ...utdoors in a well ventilated area out of the reach of children A disconnected cylinder must have dust caps tightly installed and must not be stored in a build ing garage or any other enclosed area The pressure regulator and hose assembly sup plied with the appliance must be used replace ment pressure regulators and hose assemblies must be those specified by the appliance manu facturer Do not store...

Page 6: ...AUTIONS 1 CONTENTS 4 PACKAGE CONTENT 5 HARDWARE CONTENTS PREPARATION 6 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 7 SAFETY CHECK 11 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 13 LOCATING HEATER FOR USE 16 MAINTENANCE STORAGE 17 TROUBLESHOOTING 19 THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY 20 ...

Page 7: ... Description Quantity A B C D F E 1pc 1set 1set 1pc 1set 1set 1pc Part Description Quantity G H 1pc Decorative cap Reflector Burner head assembly Pole Pole decorative cap Base assembly Cylinder chain Regulator A B C D E F G H ...

Page 8: ...3 pcs Part Description Quantity Picture PRECAUTIONS PRECAUTIONS TOOLS NEEDED NOT INCLUDED Adjustable opening wrench Philips screwdriver Estimated time for assembly 30 minutes PREPARATION Before beginning assembly of product make sure all parts are present Compare parts with package contents list and diagram above If any part is missing or damaged do not attempt to assemble the product Contact cust...

Page 9: ...F with six M5x10 bolts GG and six Ø5 washers FF Fig 1 2 WARNING ONLY AN AUTHORIZED GAS TECHNICIAN SHOULD INSTALL THIS PRODUCT Hardware Used Fig 1 Fig 2 Slide the pole decorative cap E through the pole D to cover the screws Fig 2 D GG FF F FF ø5 washer GG M5x10 Bolt X 6 X 6 E F D ...

Page 10: ...er X 4 X 4 Fig 3 Fig 4 3 4 Insert regulator G into the pole D and the base assembly F then place the burner head assembly C onto the top of the pole D using four M5x10 bolts GG and four Ø5 washers FF Fig 3 Flip open the reflector B and fix with three reflector connectors HH connected with six M3 x 6 bolts II Fig 4 C GG FF D F G ...

Page 11: ...s DD and three M6 nuts CC Attach decorative reflector cap A to the reflector with one M6 x 38 double pointed bolt BB and one M6 decorative nut AA Fig 5 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Fig 5 AA A CC BB DD B C AA M6 decorative nut x 1 BB M6x38 double pointed bolt x 1 CC M6 nut x 3 DD ø6 washer x 6 EE M6x70 double pointed bolt x 3 EE ...

Page 12: ...cylinder chain H Fig 6 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Fig 6 7 Attach the regulator to the cylinder Turn clockwise to tighten it securely Fig 7 Fig 7 Tighten Check for leaks each time you connect the cylinder and the regulator Please refer to the Check for Leaks section on page 11 H F Gas cylinder ...

Page 13: ...e solution onto the regulator cylinder and hose connection 3 Turn on gas cylinder valve Inspect the connections and look for bubbles 4 If no bubbles appear the connection is safe 5 If bubbles appear there is leakage Loosen and re tighten this connection If it still leaks please call customer service 1 888 779 5282 Note 1 The cylinder supply system must be arranged for vapor withdrawal 2 The cylind...

Page 14: ...ubbles appear the connection is safe f If bubbles appear there is a leak Shut off the LP gas cylinder valve loosen and then re tighten this connection g Check for leaks again h If bubbles still appear close the LP gas cylinder valve and call our customer service line Do not attempt to use the heater i Hose checking step 1 Remove the regulator from hose regulator connection 2 Remove M5x10 4pcs bolt...

Page 15: ... death or property damage Lighting Instructions 1 Turn the control knob to OFF 1 position 2 Turn LP cylinder gas valve to fully open position 3 Push in gas control knob and turn counter clockwise to IGNITE PILOT 2 position this will light the pilot If needed keep depressing and turning control knob counter clockwise until the pilot lights You will hear 1 clicking noise 4 Once the pilot is lit cont...

Page 16: ... flame is acceptable If flames extend beyond surface of the emitter grid or the phenomena of flame off burner or light back or black spot is accumulating on the emitter grid or reflector turn the heater off immediately Do not operate the heater again until the unit is serviced and or repaired Yellow Tip Emitter Screen Ignition Hole Primarily Blue Flame Flame Characteristic ...

Page 17: ...sition 2 Wait five 5 minutes before attempting to relight pilot 3 Repeat steps beginning with step 2 of the lighting instructions section Shutdown Instructions 1 Push in and turn control knob clockwise to OFF position 2 Turn LP cylinder gas valve clockwise to OFF position when heater is not in use Note After use some discoloration of the emitter screen is normal The Event of Gas Leakage 1 Turn LP ...

Page 18: ...ly used for the heating of outdoor patios decks spas pools and open working areas Always make sure that adequate fresh air ventilation is provided Follow the spacing tolerances shown in at all times CEILING OVERHANG 24 in 24 in 36 in This heater must be placed on level firm ground Never operate in an explosive atmosphere Keep away from areas where gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors are ...

Page 19: ...dry at all times If the gas control is exposed to water in any way do NOT try to use it It must be replaced Keep the appliance area free and clean from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids not obstructing the flow of combustion and ventilation air keeping the ventilation opening s of the cylinder enclosure free and clear from debris Gas odor with extreme yellow tip...

Page 20: ... heavy duty pipe cleaner Compressed air may help clear away smaller particles Carbon deposits may create a fire hazard Clean dome and engine with warm soapy water if any carbon deposits develop STORAGE Between uses During periods of extended inactivity or when transporting Disconnect LP Cylinder and move to a secure well ventilated location outdoors DO NOT store in a location that will exceed 125 ...

Page 21: ...all fittings Pilot will not stay on Debris around pilot Clean dirty area Tighten connection Thermocouple Contact customer service Gas leak in line Check connections Lack of fuel pressure Fuel tank is near empty Pressure is low Fuel tank is near empty Control valve not ON Turn valve to ON Thermocouple broken Contact customer service Contact customer service Pilot light assembly bent or not in corre...

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