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Operating Instructions and Owner’s Manual
Gas-Fired Infra-Red Portable Construction Heater
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL
for the U.S. and/or canada, the installation of this appliance must
comply with local and/or Provincial codes or, in the absence of
these codes,
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With the (U.S.) National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 – Latest
Edition, AND with the (U.S.) Standard for the Storage and
Handling of Liquified Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NfPA 58, OR
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With the current (Canadian) CAN/CGA B149.1 AND B149.2
INSTALLATION cODES.
This heater (including hose and regulator assembly) must be
inspected before each use and at least annually by a qualified
service person. If the hose for model mH35LP shows evidence
of excessive abrasion or wear, or if the hose is cut, it must
be replaced prior to the heater being put into operation. The
replacement hose assembly shall be that specified by the
manufacturer. See the parts list.
The minimum ambient temperature rating for this heater is 20
degrees f.
This heater incorporates a “Tip Over” switch which automatically
shuts off the burner in the event of tipping. Ensure that this switch
is in the vertical position and is secured with the screws provided
(see Fig. 2).
dO nOt operate this heater with the lp-gas
supply cylinder in any other than the upright position.
LOCATION
Although this heater incorporates a “tip over” switch, the heater
and LP-Gas supply cylinder must be located on a hard, flat,
level surface to minimize the risk of accidental tipping. The LP
Gas supply cylinder should be adequately restrained to prevent
accidental tipping.
dO nOt Operate this heater with the
supply cylinder in any other than the upright position.
This appliance must be installed only in locations where the
potential for physical damage to the appliance (i.e., due to
physical contact) is reduced to a minimum.
The installer must inform the owner/operator of this appliance
that precautions must be taken to protect the appliance from
physical damage.
This appliance produces radiant heat. Therefore, it must be located
at least six feet away from any LP-Gas container and must not be
directed toward any LP-Gas container within 20 feet.
The heater must be installed in a location such that it will not be
exposed directly to water spray, rain, and/or dripping water.
Use of this heater in a draft/windy area may decrease its
efficiency. If possible, operate the unit in a draft free area or turn
the face of the heater away from the draft.
PIPING:
For Model MH35lp
(for use with lp-gas)
This model may be connected to a self-contained LP-Gas supply
system using the hose and regulator assembly supplied with the
appliance, OR, it may be connected to a permanently installed
LP-Gas supply system.
If connected to a self-contained LP-Gas supply system, the hose
assembly must be inspected prior to each use of the heater. If it is
evident that there is excessive abrasion or wear, or the hose is cut,
it must be replaced prior to the heater being put into operation.
If connected to a self-contained LP-Gas supply system, the cylinder
must have no less than a minimum capacity of 20 pounds and no
more than a maximum capacity of 100 pounds of LP-Gas. DO NOT
connect this appliance to a cylinder having less than a nominal 20
pound capacity of LP-Gas. DO NOT connect this appliance to more
than one (1) 100 pound cylinder.
WARNING
NEVER USE A fORK LIfT TRUcK TYPE
cYLINDER.
ATTENTION - CRITICAL POINTS TO
reMeMBer!
• Propane (LP) gas has a distinctive odor. Learn to
recognize these odors. (Reference Fuel Gas Odor and
Odor fading sections above.
• Even If you are not property trained in the service and
repair of the heater, ALWAYS be consciously aware of
the odors of propane (LP) gas and natural gas.
• If you have not been properly trained in repair and
service of propane (LP) gas then do not attempt to
light heater, perform service or repairs, or make any
adjustments to the heater on the propane (LP) gas fuel
system.
• A periodic sniff test around the heater or at the heater’s
joints; i.e. hose, connections, etc., is a good safety
practice under any conditions. If you smell even a small
amount of gas, cONTAcT YOUR fUEL GAS SUPPLIER
ImmEDIATELY. DO NOT WAIT!