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Operation - (continued)
3
Lighting The Heater
DANGER:
Carbon Monoxide Hazard. This appliance can
produce carbon monoxide, which has no odour. Using it in
an enclosed space can kill you. Never use this appliance in
an enclosed space such as a camper, tent or home.
WARNING: If at any time you are unable to light the burner
and smell gas, wait 5 minutes to allow gas to dissipate
before attempting to light heater. If after 1 minute, you are
unable to light burner, wait 5 minutes and allow flammable
vapors to dissipate before attempting to light heater again.
WARNING: Avoid inhaling fumes emitted from the heaters
first use. Smoke and odor from the burning of oils used in
the manufacturing will appear. Both smoke and odor will
dissipate after approximately 30 minutes. The heater should
NOT produce thick black smoke.
WARNING: Be careful when attempting to manually ignite
this heater. Holding in the control knob for more than 10
seconds before igniting the gas will cause a ball of flame
upon ignition.
Check and ensure that an AA battery (not included) is inside the
ignition chamber and has power. Ensure the anode (+) faces
outside.
1. Ensure that the control knob is OFF and slowly open the gas
cylinder valve
2. Press and turn the control knob to LIGHT, Press ignition button.
3. Check for the pilot flame through the glass tube. If the pilot
does not light, turn the control knob to the << OFF>> position
and try again from the beginning. Several attempts may be
necessary.
4. When the pilot light is lit keep the control knob depressed
(pushed down) for 15 seconds then turn the control knob to
<<LOW>>
5. For maximum heat turn the control knob to <<HIGH>>
When the Heater is ON, the emitter screen will become bright
red due to intense heat. The color is more visible at night. The
burner will display tongues of blue and yellow flame. These flames
should not be yellow or produce thick black smoke, indicating
an obstruction of airflow through the burners. The flame should
be blue with straight yellow tops. If excessive yellow flame
is detected, turn off heater and consult “Troubleshooting” on
page 15. If you experience any ignition problems, please consult
“Troubleshooting” on page 15.
NOTE:
After use, some discoloration of the emitter screen is
normal.
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Turning Off The Heater
1. Press and turn the control knob clockwise to the “OFF” position.
2. Turn the gas cylinder valve to OFF or closed and disconnect
the cylinder
DANGER:
If you smell gas
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Turn off the gas supply at the tank
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Extinguish all naked flames
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Do not operate any electrical appliances
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Ventilate the area.
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Check for leaks as detailed in this manual.
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If odour persists, contact your dealer or gas
supplier immediately.
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Re-Lighting The Heater
WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY: Heater will be hot after
use. Handle with extreme care.
For your safety, the control knob can not be turned OFF without
first depressing the control knob and then rotating to OFF.
1. Turn the control knob to the “OFF” position.
2. Wait at least 5 minutes to allow gas to dissipate before
re-lighting.
Repeat the “Lighting The Heater ” steps as listed.
