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PATIO COMFORT 

NATURAL GAS FUELED OUTDOOR PATIO HEATER 

 MODEL NPC05 

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 

CARE, USE, AND SAFETY MANUAL

 

 

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AEI CORPORATION 2005

 

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FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline 
or other flammable vapors or 
liquids in the vicinity of this or 
any other appliance. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

IMPORTANT! 

Please read these assembly instructions 
carefully before attempting to assemble, 
use, or service this product.  Please 
keep this manual for your future 
reference.  If you have any questions, 
please feel free to call us at 949-474-
3070 Monday through Friday 7AM to 
4PM Pacific Time. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

General Hazard Warning: 

Improper installation, adjustment, 
alteration, service or maintenance of 
this product can cause injury or 
property damage. Please read the 
installation, operating, and maintenance 
instructions thoroughly before installing 
or servicing this appliance. 

 

Please read all operating instructions 
before using and operating this appliance. 

Always follow the correct lighting and 
usage procedures. 
Please handle metal parts with care to 
avoid injury.  Please follow all steps as 
outlined. 
Never allow children to use this product!

 

WARNING

This product is for Outdoor Use Only 

Revised 7-06-05 gfs 

Summary of Contents for NPC05

Page 1: ...ree to call us at 949 474 3070 Monday through Friday 7AM to 4PM Pacific Time General Hazard Warning Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance of this product can cause injury...

Page 2: ...l fittings and connections with a soapy solution prior to use Never use an open flame or open flame device 6 Certain items or materials when stored under the heater or too close to the heater head wil...

Page 3: ...d The appliance is operating properly when there is a nice cherry red glow seen better at night coming from the emitter grid starting two to three inches from the bottom of the emitter grid Wind gusts...

Page 4: ...k you very much for purchasing a Patio Comfort Patio heater This manual contains very important information detailing the proper assembly operation and maintenance of this product This product has bee...

Page 5: ...RUCTIONS STEP 1 11 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP 2 TO 4 12 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP 5 TO 7 13 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP 8 TO 9 14 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP 10 TO 12 15 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP 13 T...

Page 6: ...dized Aluminum Stainless Steel Heaters Major Components Series 304 Stainless Base socket 66 post emitter grid decorative sleeve base cover plate and burner Ballast Weight Powder Coated Cast Iron Other...

Page 7: ...ugh we exercise extreme quality control procedures occasionally we will have a missing part or a part may have been damaged in transit If anything is missing please contact your local Patio Comfort de...

Page 8: ...AEI CORPORATION 2005 8...

Page 9: ...ACCESS HOLE SS 1 12 1012 PAN ASSY SS 1 39 5139 PAINT POST ACCESS HOLE 1 13 1013 PERFORATED BODY 1 4140 ACCESS PANEL HOLE 22 SS 1 14 1014 PILOT SHIELD 1 40 5140 ACCESS PANEL HOLE 22 PAINT 1 15 1015 EL...

Page 10: ...nd to be faulty in any way PLEASE NOTE The proper assembly of this heater requires basic mechanical skills Proper assembly and installation is the responsibility of the customer All repair or services...

Page 11: ...ion must comply with the ANSI Z223 1 1984 entitled the National Fuel Gas Code In Canada in the absence of a local building code requirement it must comply with the National Standards of Canada CA CGA...

Page 12: ...lock washer is installed first against post and then flat washer at post to socket connection See Figure 2 B Figure 2A Figure 2B Step 3 Slide 3 diameter stainless steel slip collar over post The slip...

Page 13: ...f hose and regulator feed line assembly is visible through rectangular access slot at bottom of post This assembly has been pre assembled for you and leak tested Just to be safe we will ask you to lea...

Page 14: ...ation coupler shut off valve onto your gas line Your line may be larger than so it must be reduced to in order to attach the shut off valve This is a very safe and convenient system so please do not t...

Page 15: ...emedied before going any further Please re tighten leaking fitting and once again check with a soapy water solution Most leaks are the result of not tightening the fittings adequately 5 If you cannot...

Page 16: ...line valve assembly and pilot assembly See Figure 14 Figure 15 Always be sure to use the dust plug when the heater is not in use See Figure 15 Please Note The end of the hose set that attaches to your...

Page 17: ...more importantly to maximize the safety to you and your family Our unique double quick connect system allows you to safely detach the hose set from the heater when not in use If your dealer has not in...

Page 18: ...UT NATURAL GAS First of all natural gas is a safe clean convenient and cost effective fuel You will never have to worry about running out of fuel for your natural gas heater in the middle of an outdoo...

Page 19: ...must be maintained at all times We recommend the heater be no closer than 27 inches from any combustible vertical or horizontal wall or have any combustible material within 20 inches of the top of the...

Page 20: ...it might take for the air to be purged from the hoses and feedline delivery system It will take less than 10 seconds for regular relighting Do NOT continually press on the igniter while you are purgi...

Page 21: ...your heater and negatively affect the operation of the heater Store your heater in an upright position in an area sheltered from inclement weather such as rain snow sleet hail dust storms and other bl...

Page 22: ...erial around the lighting instructions with a mild detergent solution and immediately wiping it clean with a dry soft cloth The stainless steel can be expected to darken possibly distort and discolor...

Page 23: ...Knob in Pilot position for full 30 seconds Remove emitter grid and replace thermocouple Use only Patio Comfort thermocouples and parts 4 Put heater in more protected location Do not use heater in win...

Page 24: ...is in operation Alert both children and adults to the fact that the emitter grid will generate extremely high surface temperatures 1600 degrees plus and will cause burns if touched if the heater is in...

Page 25: ...r recommendations Inspect heater before each use If you find a damaged part please replace the part with a genuine Patio Comfort part before using the appliance Do not attempt to use your heater witho...

Page 26: ...warranty protection for heaters that are used in a commercial or rental application Commercial warranty does NOT cover emitters ignition burners or component failure caused by abuse transportation or...

Page 27: ...iod the warranty protects the new owner as well This warranty provides you with specific legal rights You may also have other rights that vary from state to state How to obtain service For most produc...

Page 28: ...this tracking system is extremely important Please fill out the information below as completely as possible Last Name______________________First Name______________Middle Initial_______ Date Of Purcha...

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