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Do not leave this burner unattended while it is lit or heating.
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Monitor the burner when hot and after use (temperatures
above 100°F/38°C). Heated liquid and equipment can remain at
scalding temperatures long after the boil has ended and burner
has been shut off.
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Do not exceed 125 lbs
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Do not use this burner for heating oil or grease.
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Keep children, pets and unauthorized persons away from the
Dark Star
®
2.0 Burner at all times.
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Always operate the burner on a level, stable, noncombustible
surface such as brick or concrete. Surfaces not suitable for use
include wood, asphalt or plastic which may burn, blister or melt.
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This burner is for outdoor use only. Do not use in a building,
garage, tent or any other enclosed area. Do not use in or on a
recreational vehicle or boat.
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Do not locate this burner under any overhead construction.
Keep a minimum clearance of 10 ft. (3.05m) from the sides,
front and back of the burner to any construction. Keep the area
clear of any combustible material. Do not use on or under any
apartment or condo balcony or deck.
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Do not allow the flame to roll past the bottom of the brew kettle.
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Never lift or move a full kettle of water onto or off of the Dark
Star
®
2.0 Burner.
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Only use the propane tank valve as the gas shutoff. Do not use
the regulator.
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A 20-pound (9 kg) propane cylinder should be used with this burner.
The LP-gas supply cylinder used must have a protective collar and
must be constructed and marked in accordance with the specifications
for LP-gas cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT),
cylinders, spheres and tubes for the transportation of Dangerous
Goods. Do not store a spare LP-gas cylinder indoors, or under or
near the Dark Star
®
2.0 Burner. Never fill the cylinder beyond 80%
full. For proper vapor withdrawal, the 20 lb. (9 kg) cylinder should
be used in the proper upright position. Cylinder must be turned off
while not in use. Failure to follow these instructions and warnings
could result in fire or explosion which could cause property damage,
personal injury or death.
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Keep the gas supply hose away from heated surfaces at all times.
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Ensure all connections are tightly secured before each use.
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Check for gas leaks before each use—this can be done by
applying soapy water and looking for bubbles.
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This burner gets dangerously hot while in use. Use well-insulated
protective gloves, clothing and boots during operation for
protection from hot surfaces or splatter from hot liquids. Safety
goggles are also recommended to protect you from splatter.
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Allow the burner to cool to 100°F (38°C) before moving or storing.
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The installation of this burner must conform with local codes or,
in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum
Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code,
CSA B149.1, Propane Storage and Handling, CSA B149.2, or the
Standard for Recreational Vehicles, ANSI A119.2/NFPA 1192 and
the Recreational Vehicle Code, CSA z240 RV Series
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If you smell gas: Shut off gas to the burner, extinguish any open
flame, and if odor continues, keep away from the burner and
gas cylinder and immediately call your fire department.
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Never use a gas cylinder if it shows signs of dents, gouges,
bulges, fire damage, erosion, leakage, excessive rust, or other
forms of visible external damage. The cylinder may be hazardous
and should be checked by a qualified liquid propane supplier.
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If a fire should occur, keep away from the burner and immediately
call your Fire department.
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When burner is in use, have a type BC or ABC fire extinguisher
readily available. A type BC or ABC fire extinguisher may, in
some circumstances, contain the fire.
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DO NOT use external electrical sources with this burner.
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Do not attempt to disconnect the regulator hose assembly while
burner is in operation.
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When burner use is complete, always turn the LP cylinder valve
OFF first, then turn the regulator control valve OFF. Turning
the cylinder OFF first allows remaining gas to flow out of the
regulator hose assembly before the regulator control valve is
turned OFF.
WARNING
READ AND UNDERSTAND BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Product
Dark Star® Burner
Output
65,000 BTU
Description
High Pressure Burner
Height of Burner
13.4 inches
Size
18 x 18.1 x 13.4 inches
Burner Surface Diameter
18 inches
Weight (Net weight)
12.5 lbs
Pressure
Cylinder Pressure
