Operating Instructions and Owner’s Manual
Gas-Fired Infra-Red Tank Top Heater
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fOr safe OperatiOn
a. read InsTruCTIOns CareFullY:
Read and adhere to
these instructions. Do not allow anyone who has not read the
instructions to assemble, light, adjust or operate the heater.
Warning
KEEP THE HEATER OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN
B.
use only in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of
local codes, with the standard for the Storage and handling
of Liquefied Petroleum Gases ANSI/NFPA 58 and CSA B 149.1,
Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code.
C. PrOPane Is VerY FlaMMaBle:
In the event of a leak,
propane will accumulate and the possibility of a fire is
present. Propane gas is scented and its strong odor is readily
detectable. Never strike a match or bring any flame or create
an electric spark in an enclosure when you smell propane gas.
Ventilate the area thoroughly, move the heater outside, find
and correct the source of the leak before attempting to light
any appliance. if you are unsure of these instructions evacuate
immediately and call for help.
d. Gas leaKaGe:
If the leak cannot be corrected do not
tamper with the heater, follow the shut down instructions and
return the heater to the dealer or address given on last page.
Warning
DO NOT USE THIS HEATER ON BULK TANKS OF GREATER
CAPACITY THAN 20 POUNDS LPG (50 POUNDS WATER
CAPACITY).
e. leaK deTeCTIOn:
Before each use of the heater check all
fittings and connections with a soap solution to be sure there
are no leaks. NEVER, NEVER USE ANY FLAME FOR LEAK TEST.
F. COnneCTInG HeaTer TO PrOPane CYlInder:
Always
connect the heater to the bulk cylinder in the outdoors or in
a well ventilated area. neVeR connect this heater to a cylinder
near an open flame.
G. use OF HeaTer:
Always operate the heater with the propane
cylinder in an upright position on a level noncombustible
surface. neVeR place the cylinder on its side when operating
the heater.
H. aTTend HeaTer:
Do not leave heater unattended while it is
in operation.
I. alwaYs lIGHT HeaTer wITH MaTCH Or “sParKlITe”
IGnITer: neVer
attempt to light the heater with a spark
lighter.
J. dO nOT TaMPer:
Should the heater not perform properly,
such as little or no heat when operating in the “Hi” position,
or for any other reason, Do not AtteMPt to RePAiR oR
TAMPER with the heater. Any tampering could make the
use of the heater unsafe and dangerous. Return the heater
to the dealer or the address given on last page for repair or
replacement.
K. FOr sTOraGe:
The heater Hi-Med-Lo-Off regulating valve
should always be turned to “off” when the heater is not in
use. Allow at least 15 minutes for cooling before handling and
storing. Detach propane cylinder from heater before storing.
Do not store propane cylinders indoors or near open flame
or heat.
l. dO nOT TransPOrT Or MOVe aPPlIanCe wHIle
In OPeraTIOn. FOllOw sHuTdOwn and sTOraGe
InsTruCTIOns TO TransPOrT Or MOVe THIs
aPPlIanCe.
VenTIlaTIOn
a. warnInG: This heater is an unvented appliance and
MusT be used OnlY in a well ventilated area. neVer
attempt to operate the heater inside any vehicle, camper or
enclosure.
B. FOr nOn-resIdenTIal IndOOr and OuTdOOr use.
Any combustion process requires and consumes oxygen, and
will produce carbon monoxide.
THIs HeaTer MusT Be
used wITH adeQuaTe VenTIlaTIOn.
Do not use inside
a house, camper, tent or any type of unvented or a tightly
enclosed area.
C. warnInG:
Provide ample ventilation. this heater consumes
air (oxygen). Do not use this heater in unventilated structures
to avoid endangering your life. Provide additional ventilation
for any additional fuel-burning appliances and additional
occupants.
d.
Flow of combustion and ventilation air must not be obstructed.
MInIMuM ClearanCe FrOM
COMBusTIBle MaTerIals
a
. When operating, the heater surfaces are extremely hot. Keep
sleeping bags, clothing, and all combustible materials clear of
the heater by at least the distances shown in figure 4.
B. warnInG:
to avoid injury or property damage never allow
clothing, tents or other combustible materials within 30” of
the face of the heater. This heater must be located at least 24”
above the floor level when in use. never operate the heater
when sleeping.
C. warnInG:
never direct the heat output of this heater toward
any propane tank within 20 feet.
BTU/HR. Rating
normal
operating
Procedure
Clearances to Combustibles
Model
no.
Gas
Propane
From C.L.
OF HTR.
TO FLOOR
FRONT
SiDeS
ReAR
CEILING
MHS15T
15,000
Vertical
24”
30”
30”
30”
30”
MHS30T
30,000
Vertical
24”
30”
30”
30”
36”
Figure 4.
NEVER LEA
NEVER LEA
NEVER LEA
VE THE HEA
VE THE HEA
VE THE HEA
TER UNA
TER UNA
TER UNA
TTENDED WHILE BURNING!
TTENDED WHILE BURNING!
TTENDED WHILE BURNING!
