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LEAK TEST
1. Make 2-3 oz. of leak test solution
(one part liquid dish washing
detergent and three parts water).
2. Apply several drops of solution
where hose attaches to regulator.
3. Apply several drops of solution
where regulator connects to cylinder.
4. Make sure all patio heater valves are OFF.
5. Turn cylinder valve ON.
IF BUBBLES APPEAR AT ANY CONNECTION, THERE IS A LEAK.
1.
Turn cylinder valve OFF.
2.
If leak is detected at hose/regulator connection, tighten connection and
perform another leak test. If bubbles continue to appear, call our customer
service hotline at
(866) 985-7877
, 9 a.m. –
9
p.m., EST.
3.
If leak is detected at regulator/cylinder valve connection, disconnect,
reconnect, and perform another leak test. If you continue to see bubbles
after several attempts, cylinder valve is defective. Call our customer service
hotline at
(866) 985-7877
, 9 a.m. –
9
p.m., EST
.
IF NO BUBBLES APPEAR AT ANY CONNECTION, THE CONNECTIONS ARE SECURE.
Note: Whenever gas connections are loosened or removed, you must perform
a complete leak test.
Caution: Do not attempt to
operate this appliance until you
have read and understand all
Safety Information in this manual
and all assembly is complete and
leak tests have been performed.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
• Perform all leak tests outdoors.
• Extinguish all open
fl
ames.
• NEVER leak test when smoking
• Do not use heater until all connections have
been leak tested and show no signs
of
leakage.
BEFORE TURNING GAS SUPPLY ON:
1.
Your heater was designed and
approved for
OUTDOOR use
only
.
Do NOT use it inside a
building,
garage, or any other
enclosed
area.
2.
Make sure surrounding areas are
free of combustible materials,
gasoline, and other
fl
ammable
vapors or liquids.
3.
Ensure that there is no
obstruction
to air ventilation. Be
sure all gas
connections are tight
and there
are no leaks.
4.
Be sure the cylinder cover is
clear
of debris. Be sure any
component
removed during
assembly or
servicing is
replaced and fastened
prior
to starting.
BEFORE LIGHTING:
1.
Heater should be thoroughly
inspected before each use, and
by a quali
fi
ed service person
at
least annually. If re-lighting a
hot heater, always wait at least
5 minutes.
2.
Inspect the hose assembly for
evidence of excessive abrasion,
cuts, or wear. Suspected areas
should be leak tested. If the
hose leaks, replace
it
prior to
operation. Only use the
replacement hose assembly
specified by the manufacturer.
WARNING:
FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD
This appliance can produce carbon monoxide
which has no odor. Using it in an enclosed
space can kill you. Never use this appliance in
an enclosed space such as a camper, tent or
home.
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