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3. Keep appliance area clear and free from com-
bustible materials, gasoline, paint thinner, and
other flammable vapors and liquids. Dust is
combustible. Do not use heater in areas with
high dust content.
4. Minimum heater clearances from combustibles:
Back: 4 inches (10.2 cm); Sides: 18 inches
(.45 m); Top and Front: 36 inches (.91 m) (see
Figure 1).
5. Before each use, check heater for leaks. Never
use an open flame to check for a leak. Apply a
mixture of liquid soap and water to all joints.
Bubbles forming show a leak. Correct all leaks
at once.
6. Keep propane/LP cylinder below 100° F
(38°C).
7. Use only the hose and factory preset regulator
provided with the heater. Do not adjust regula-
tor as gas leaks may occur.
8. Locate hose properly, keeping it out of path-
ways where people may trip over it or in areas
where the hose may be subjected to accidental
damage.
9. Check hose before each use of heater. Discon-
nect hose with 9/16" wrench. Check for tears
and abrasions in hose and on regulator. If
highly worn or cut, replace with hose specified
by manufacturer before using heater.
10. Do not alter heater. Keep heater in its original
state. Do not use heater if altered.
11. Locate heater on stable and level surface.
12. Do not operate heater while sleeping or leave
heater unattended.
13. Never move, handle, or service a hot or operat-
ing heater. Severe burns may result. You must
wait 20 minutes after turning heater off.
14. To prevent injury, wear gloves when handling
heater.
15. Turn off heater valve and gas supply to heater
when not in use.
16. Use only original replacement parts. This heater
must use design-specific parts. Do not substi-
tute or use generic parts. Improper replacement
parts could cause serious or fatal injuries.
17. Certain materials or items, when stored in
front of heater, will be subjected to radiant
heat and could be seriously damaged.
18. Shut heater off immediately if flashback oc-
curs (flame inside burner tube). Have heater
serviced.
SAFETY INFORMATION
Continued
Figure 1 - Clearances from Combustibles
19. Never attempt to use heater or any compo-
nents that have been damaged or exposed to
accidental fire.
20. If you smell gas or suspect a leak, shut off
propane/LP cylinder valve at once. Ventilate
area. Do not strike a match or create any flame
or electric spark. Find and correct leak before
attempting to light any appliance.
21. Do not block intake air openings.
Any guard or other protective device
removed for servicing must be re-
placed prior to operating the heater.
Surface temperatures become very
hot when operating heater. Children
and adults should stay away to avoid
burns or clothing ignition.
Young children should be carefully
supervised when they are in the area
of the heater.
Clothing or other flammable mate-
rials should not be hung from the
heater, or placed on or near heater.
Installation and repair should be
done by a qualified service person.
The heater should be inspected
before use and at least annually by
a qualified service person. More
frequent cleanings may be required
as necessary. It is imperative that
control compartments, burners, and
circulating air passageways of the
heater be kept clean.
36"
(.91 m)
18"
(.45 m)
4"
(10.2 cm)
36"
(.91 m)
18"
(.45 m)