a. Ensure all manual shut-off valves on the gas hose and LP tank manifold are in the closed
position. Verify the connections of all the gas fittings are tight.
b. A minimum of two (2) 20 lb LP cylinders manifolded together, or one (1) 100 lb LP tank is
required to operate heater. Storage, handling and use of propane must be in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances, as well as NFPA 58 and OSHA regulations.
WARNING:
Supply cylinders must be designed, fabricated, tested and marked in
accordance with regulations of the U.S. Department of Transportation, Canadian Transport
Commission or the Interstate Commerce Commission, and must be arranged to provide for
vapor withdrawal from the operating cylinder(s).
WARNING:
Connection to Liquid Propane gas (LP) cylinder(s) must conform with local
codes or, in their absence, with the Standard for the Storage and Handling of Liquefied
Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58 or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA
B149.1, as applicable.
c. Connect the LP cylinder(s) to the provided tank manifold/regulator assembly and connect the
provided gas hose assembly between the regulator and the heater gas train by utilizing the
supplied ½” quick connect fittings.
WARNING:
The tank manifold/regulator assembly and gas hose assembly must be
visually inspected prior to each use of the heater. If there is evidence of excessive abrasion
or wear, or any hose is cut, it must be replaced prior to the heater being put into operation.
WARNING:
The heater must be located at least 10 feet from any propane gas container.
The heater’s discharge air shall not be directed toward any propane gas container within 20
feet. Do not store propane in the space where the heater is to be operated.
WARNING:
The gas supply hose assembly must be protected from traff ic, building
materials and contact with hot surfaces both during use and while in storage.
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