CAUTION
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DO NOT operate the heater in an explosive environment. Keep this appliance away from
areas where gas is stored, or other vapours and flammable liquids are present.
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Before use, verify that no part of this heater is damaged and inspect gas hose.
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Never use the heater without the reflector installed.
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Respect minimum clearances from combustibles as seen in Figure 10.
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Always place heater on a level, stable and hard surface.
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NEVER move the heater while it is operating or still hot.
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This heater is to be used outdoors only.
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Never clean with abrasive, corrosive or flammable cleaners.
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Do not paint the heater or some of its parts.
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The gas sources must be turned-off at all times when heater is not in use.
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Children and adults should be made aware of hot surfaces on the heater.
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Clothing and other accessories or objects are not to be hung on the heater, laid on or near it
to dry.
Do not obstruct the ventilation opening (hand hole) on cylinder cover.
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Installation, maintenance and repair of this heater should always be performed by a qualified
gas technician.
Leak Testing The Connections
When the heater is partially assembled (step F), perform a leak test on all connections and
hose BEFORE lighting for the first time and after all repairs or maintenance on the heater. To
test for leaks, mix equal parts water and soap in a spray bottle and apply to connections and
hose.
If there is a leak, bubbles will start to appear.
Repeat leak test whenever maintenance or
service is required.
NEVER LEAK TEST WITH AN OPEN FLAME, NOR SMOKE WHILE TESTING
1.
Ensure that heater gas control knob is fully closed by turning completely clockwise.
2.
Open gas supply source.
3.
Generously apply soapy solution to all connections and hoses.
4.
If you detect bubbles, there is a leak. Turn-off gas supply source
completely.
5.
Re-tighten
the leaking connection and repeat leak test process.
If the leak cannot be repaired permanently, close cylinder valve completely and contact the
retail outlet where you purchased the heater, your gas supplier, a qualified gas technician, or
the local fire department.
FOR YOUR SAFETY YOU SHOULD REGULARLY TEST FOR LEAKS
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