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Figure 1 - Tent Heater
Top
Power Cord
Hose and
Regulator
Assembly
Gas Inlet
Lifting
Handle
Thermostat
Knob
ON/OFF
Switches
Receptacle
ProPane SUPPLy
ProdUcT idenTiFicaTion
1. The amount of propane gas in tank(s)
2. The temperature of tank(s)
The following chart shows the number of
100 lb. (45 kg) tanks needed to run this
heater.
Smaller tanks can be used for limited run
times but it is recommended to use larger
tanks for optimum performance.
Average Temperature
Number Of Tanks
At Tank
(100 lb/45 kg)
Above 20° F (-6.7° C)
2
20° F (-6.7° C) to 0° F (-18° C)
3
Below 0° F (-18° C)
Use larger tank
Less gas is vaporized at lower temperatures.
You may need two or more 100 b. (45 kg)
tanks or one larger tank in colder weather.
Your local propane gas dealer will help you
select the proper supply system. The mini-
mum surrounding air temperature rating for
each heater is -20° F (-29° C).
Propane/LP gas and propane tank(s) are to
be furnished by the user.
Use this heater only with a propane vapor
withdrawal supply system. See Chapter 5
of the
Standard for Storage and Handling
of Liquefied Petroleum Gas, ANSI/NFPA 58
and the
Natural Gas and Propane Installation
Code CSA B149.1
. Your local library or fire
department will have this booklet.
Keep propane/LP tank(s) at least 5 ft away
from the side of the tent.
The propane/LP tank(s) shall be protected
from vehicles and secured in accordance
with the
Standard for Grandstands, Folding
and Telescopic Seating, Tents and Membrane
Structures NFPA 102
and the
Standard for
Storage and Handling of Liquiefied Petroleum
Gases ANSI/NFPA 58
.
The amount of propane gas ready for use
from propane tanks varies. Two factors decide
this amount:
Hand Holds
for Pushing
