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he heater must always be used on firm, level, and stable ground.
Never move the heater while
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: Never operate heater in an explosive atmosphere and be sure to keep unit away
mable liquids or vapors are stored or used.
or evidence of excessive
g, or unusual wear and tear. If the hose leaks it must be replaced prior to using the
cement hoses and other parts as specified by
Patio Comfort
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utes. The main heater components such as the
p, and pilot assembly should be checked at least every two years by a qualified service
the appliance is not working properly.
ly engaged into the propane tank.
tank valve in a counter-clockwise direction to open. If the regulator assembly is not properly
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it is in
operation.
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from where gasoline or other flam
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Lighting Instructions
For your own safety
, please be sure to read and thoroughly understand the Sections 8, 9, 10, and 11 relating
to the proper handling of propane and other safety precautions and warnings.
efore turning on the fuel supply at the tank visually inspect the hose assembly f
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abrasion, cuts, crackin
heater. Only use repla
Before Lighting
f attempting to relight a hot heater always wait at least five min
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technician or if you feel
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To Light Heater
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aise the decorative cover and be sure that the LP regulator is proper
2) Be sure the control knob on the heater head is in the “OFF” position.
) Turn the
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engaged into the tank the flow of gas will be interrupted by the safety shut off device. No gas will go to the
heater.
4) Gently depress the control knob on the control panel and rotate it counter clockwise to the “PILOT”
position.
5)
This is very
important! Gently depress the control knob and hold the control knob to begin the flow of gas
to the burner pilot assembly. Depress the control knob in the “PILOT” position for up to
2 minutes on new
installations or newly filled tanks.
This is how long it might take for the air to be purged from the fuel
delivery system. It will take less than 10 seconds for regular relighting. Do NOT continually press on the
igniter while you are purging the line. This will only cause premature wear and tear on the ignition.
Occasionally depress the igniter you will hear when the pilot light goes on. You can also see the pilot light
he main burner will go off and the pilot flame will remain lit, you can then re-ignite the
be expected. This is machining oils
through the pilot access port that has a small rectangular cover at the base of the heater head. This is
essentially the same safety system that you have on your water heater.
6) Once the pilot is lit, continue to depress the control valve for about 20 seconds or until the pilot flame
remains lit after the control knob is released.
7) The burner may now be turned on to the full
“ON”
position for maximum heat output or it may be turned
back to reduce heat output and fuel consumption. If you turn the control knob all the way back to the
“PILOT” position t
main burner directly from the “PILOT” position. A little smoke is to
being burned off.