Prior to assembling the appliance, the following must be reviewed. Compliance with the
following should result in satisfactory and safe heater operation. This instruction manual
should be retained for future reference. The installation must conform with local codes
for such appliances.
1. The patio heater is intended for heating residential outdoor spaces. The
installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with
the Australian standard AS 5601.
2. Adequate cleaning around the air openings into the combustion chamber,
clearance from combustible materials, provisions for accessibility and for
combustion and ventilating air must be maintained at all times when the
appliance is operating.
3. Proper clearance from combustible materials must be maintained at all times.
The minimum clearances are as follows:
Minimum Clearance from Combustibles
Side
500mm
Rear
500mm
Ceiling
500mm
Below
1920mm
Combustible materials are considered to be wood, compressed paper, plant fibres,
plastic, plexi-glass or other materials capable of being ignited and burned. Such
materials should be considered combustible even though flame-proofed, fire-retardant
treated or plastered. Additional clearance may be required for glass, painted surfaces or
other materials which may be damaged by radiant or convection heat.
4. Heaters must be places on a level and adequate footing and be readily accessible.
5. The gas manifold supply pressure must be regulated at 2.75 kPa utilising an AGA
approved regulator (supplied with the heater).
6. The appliance must be inspected before each use, and serviced at least once
annually by a qualified service person.
a) The appliance area must be kept clear and free of combustible materials, fuel
and other flammable vapours and liquids.
b) Gas orifices and burners must be kept clear of dirt and cobwebs. Flow of
combustion and ventilation air through the perforated portions of the heater
must not be obstructed. Cleaning with a soft brush before use and at least
every six months is recommended.
c) All gas connections should be checked for leaks utilising a soap solution.
Never use a flame for this purpose.
d) The flame pattern at the emitter grid should be visually checked whenever the
heater is operated. If flames extend beyond the surface of the emitter grid or
reflector, the heater should be turned off immediately. The heater should not
be operated again until the unit has been serviced or repaired.
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