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Propane Patio Heater Manual
WARNING: IMPROPER USE OF THIS HEATER CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM
BURNS, FIRE AND OR EXPLOSION.
IMPORTANT: Read this User's Manual carefully and completely before attempting to operate or service this
heater. Improper use of the heater can cause serious injury or death from fire and explosion.
Every possible circumstance that may involve a hazard cannot be anticipated. The warnings in this manual
and attached to the unit are therefore not all-inclusive. If a procedure, work method or operating technique
not specifically recommended by the manufacturer is used, you must be sure it is safe for you and others.
You should also insure that equipment will not be damaged or made unsafe by the operating or maintenance
method you choose.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
1. Keep solid combustibles, such as building materials, paper or cardboard a safe distance away from the
heater as recommended by the instructions in this manual (at least 2 feet away from sides and 3 feet from
top of head assembly).
2. These heaters are design certified as gas-fired infrared patio heaters under CSA 2901-81 standards.
3. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. Do not move heater
when in use OR for at least 45 minutes after using.
4. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillow, bedding, papers, clothes and curtains at least 2 feet
away from sides and 3 feet from top of head assembly.
5. Do not operate any heater with a damaged regulator or after the heater malfunctions, or has been dropped
or damaged in any manner. Return heater to an authorized service facility for examination, or mechanical
adjustment, or repair.
6. Do not use this heater in a residential or household area. For OUTDOOR use only. If stored indoors, detach
and leave the LP cylinder outdoors.
7. Never replace the regulator with any regulator other than the factory suggested replacement.
8. This heater should be secured or moved inside if winds exceed 22 miles per hour to prevent damage to
heater.
9. Do not insert or allow any foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause a
fire, or damage to the heater.
10. Do not paint emitter screen, control panel or reflector assembly.
11. Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer
may cause a fire or injury to persons.
12. Be sure heater is used where fresh air ventilation is available.
13. Do not modify or alter this heater in any way or operate any heater that has been modified from its original
state. For example, do not use heater without reflector assembly or emitter screen.
14. It is hard to anticipate every use which may be made of the heater. Check with your local fire safety authority
if you have any questions about heater application.
15. Be sure heater is on a solid and level surface.
16. Do not shorten the burner post assembly.
WARNING: NEVER LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING OR WHILE CONNECTED TO A
POWER SOURCE.
THE PROPANE (LP) CYLINDER MUST ALSO BE EQUIPPED WITH THE FOLLOWING:
1. A collar to protect the gas valve.
2. A shut-off valve terminating a LP cylinder valve outlet as specified in the American National Standard for
Compressed Gas Cylinder Valve Outlets and Inlet Connections.
3. A safety relief valve having direct communications with the vapor space of the LP cylinder.
4. An arrangement of vapor withdrawal.
You must provide the propane gas and cylinder(s). Use this heater only with a propane vapor withdrawal
supply system. Refer to Chapter 5 of the Standard for Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gas,
ANSI/NFPA 58. Your local library or fire department will have this booklet.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION