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11. Propane Only-Proper Hose Connection.
WARNING!
Ensure the hose does not contact
any high temperature surfaces, or it may melt
and leak causing a fire.
After the cylinder is placed inside the heater, secure
the cylinder with block belt tightly.
12. Leak Check.
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Regulator / Cylinder
connec on
Hose / Regulator
connec on
WARNING!
A leak test must be performed annually and each me a cylinder is hooked up or if a part
of the gas system is replaced.
WARNING!
Never use an open
fl
ame to check for gas leaks. Be certain no sparks or open
fl
ames are
in the area while you check for leaks. Sparks or open
fl
ames will result in a
fi
re or explosion, damage to
property, serious bodily injury, or death.
Leak tes ng:
This must be done before ini al use, annually,and whenever any gas Components are replaced
or serviced. Do not smoke while performing this test, and remove all sources of igni on. See Leak Tes ng
Diagram for areas to check. Turn all burner controls to the o
ff
posi on. Turn gas supply valve on.
Brush a half-and-half solu on of liquid soap and water onto all joints and connec ons
of the regulator, hose, manifolds and valves.
Bubbles will indicate a gas leak. Either ghten the loose joint or have the part replaced with one recommended
by the Customer Care department and have the pa o heater inspected by a cer
fi
ed gas installer.
If the leak cannot be stopped,
immediately shut o
ff
the gas supply,
disconnect it,and have the pa o heater inspected
by a cer
fi
ed gas installer or dealer. Do not use the pa o heater un l the leak has been corrected.
