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GAS-FIRED INFRARED   

OUTDOOR PATIO HEATER   

Virco Associates, Inc.

                           

INSTALLATION, OPERATION 

145, Brea Canyon Road             

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 

Walnut, CA 91789, U.S.A. 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

FOR MODEL PTH106-SS 

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

                                                                                                     

PAGE 

IMPORTANT …………………………………………………………………… 

 

  1 

TOOLS & PARTS ……………………………………………………………….. 

 

  2   

PRECAUTIONS…………………………………………………………………..   

 3     

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS …………………………………………………. 

 

  4     

GAS REQUIREMENTS & LEAK TESTING ………………………………….. 

 

  7   

SAFETY CHECKS ……………………………………………………………….   

  8 

LOCATING HEATER FOR USE ………………………………………………. 

 

  9 

LIGHTING / SHUTDOWN ……………………………………………………….       10 
STORAGE / BURNER REMOVAL………………………………..…………….   

  12 

BURNER INSTALLATION / PILOT CLEANING ………………………………            13 
BURNER REMOVAL …………………………………………………………….   

 14  

TROUBLE SHOOTING .…………………………………………………………   

  15 

PARTS LIST ………………………………………………………………………       16 
WARRANTY ………………………………………………………………………       17 

 

READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND BE SURE YOUR PATIO HEATER IS 
PROPERLY INSTALLED, ASSEMBLIED AND CARED FOR. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE 
INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. IF 
YOU HAVE QUESTIONS CONCERNING ASSEMBLY OR OPERATION, CONSULT YOUR 
DEALER, GAS APPLIANCE SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE OR YOUR GAS COMPANY. 

 

NOTE TO INSTALLER:   
LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE CONSUMER AFTER INSTALLATION.   

 

NOTE TO THE CONSUMER:   
RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.   

 

 

STOP 

PLEASE CONTACT 1-800-913-8999 FOR ASSISTANCE   
DO NOT RETURN TO PLACE OF PURCHASE

 

 

Summary of Contents for PTH106-SS

Page 1: ...L 14 TROUBLE SHOOTING 15 PARTS LIST 16 WARRANTY 17 READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND BE SURE YOUR PATIO HEATER IS PROPERLY INSTALLED ASSEMBLIED AND CARED FOR FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRU...

Page 2: ...can cause severe property damage or serious injury or death Please read the installation operation maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment FOR YOUR SAFETY If...

Page 3: ...y 1 Post Assembly 2 Gas Tank Enclosure Assembly 2 LPG Gas regulator with Hose 1 Tank Hook 1 Hardware Bag Post Socket 1 4 Acorn cap 4 Post 3 16 Flat Head Screw 3 Reflector 1 4 Acorn cap 4 Reflector 1 4...

Page 4: ...e heater and render it unsafe for use Check the heater immediately if any of the following exists 1 The smell of gas in conjunction with extreme yellow tipping of the burner flames shed 2 The heater d...

Page 5: ...ct Customer Service hotline at 800 913 8999 for help STEP 1 Attach Post socket Attached the post socket to the top of the tank enclosure using four of 1 4 acorn cap ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION STEP 2 Secure...

Page 6: ...hotline at 800 913 8999 for help STEP 4 Attach Post Attach post on to heater head with four of 3 16 truss head screw STEP 3 Attach Reflector Attach reflector to the top of emitter grid Secure with fou...

Page 7: ...800 913 8999 for help STEP 5 Gas Tank Open tank enclosure door Attached the gas tank by hook up the tank hook on the bracket of tank enclosure ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION STEP 6 Attach Regulator Attach flar...

Page 8: ...onform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 1996 The heater comes equipped with a hose assembly for hook up to a standard A dented rusted or damage...

Page 9: ...in that it is not kinked or in a position that could cause it to kink Tighten hand tight and then take a 1 2 turn with the adjustable wrench NOTE The remaining connections are to be tested after the h...

Page 10: ...re 1 must be maintained at all times The installation must conform to local codes or in the absence of local codes with the standard for the storage and handling of liquid petroleum gases In the US us...

Page 11: ...er clockwise direction Check for leaks by applying soapy water to the tank and hose connections D Push and turn the gas control knob to PILOT position The igniter will spark at the same time Firmly pr...

Page 12: ...e of the emitter grid or reflector the heater should be turned off immediately the heater should not be operated again until repairs are made FIGURE 2 NORMAL FLAME POSITION 2 1 0 RELIGHTING A Turn the...

Page 13: ...se assembly Never paint the reflector emitter assembly the safety control valve cylinder valve panel or instruction plate on post The posts of the burner must remain clean so that the gas flow is unre...

Page 14: ...etc the pilot flame may be small and the thermocouple may not heat up enough for the main burner to come on If this occurs it will be necessary to clean the pilot Lower Cone Cylinder Safety Valve Cyli...

Page 15: ...assembly to The lower screen cone 3 Hold the pilot assembly with the slip joint pliers loosen and remove the nut at the base of the pilot 4 Inspect the pilot and tubing for blockage you should be able...

Page 16: ...ouple connection loose at gas control or damaged Pilot flame not touching the thermocouple Low gas pressure Blockage in burner orifice Control knob not in ON position Purge gas line and repeat ignitio...

Page 17: ...16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Description Reflector Emitter Grid Main Burner Assembly Emitter base Pilot Assembly Control Housing Control Housing Front Panel Lighting Instruction Plate Logo Plate Control...

Page 18: ...use contrary to operating instructions or alteration by any person other than our factory service center The warranty period is not extended by such repair or replacement Warranty claim procedure If y...

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