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threads and marked “Use with Type 1” and
a safety relief device having a direct com-
munication with the vapor space of the
cylinder. The cylinder used must include
a collar to protect the cylinder valve. The
cylinder must be equipped with a listed
over filling protection device.
3. Keep appliance area clear and free from
combustible materials, gasoline, paint
thinner and other flammable vapors and
liquids. Dust is combustible. Do not use
heater in areas with high dust content.
4. Minimum heater clearances from com-
bustibles: Back 4" (10.2 cm), Sides
12" (30.5 cm); Front 42" (1.07 m); Top
16" (40.6 cm) (see Figure 1).
5. Before each use, check heater for leaks.
Never use an open flame to check for a
leak. Apply a mixture of liquid soap and
water to all joints. Bubbles forming show
a leak. Correct all leaks at once.
6. Keep propane/LP cylinder below 100° F
(38° C).
7. Use only the hose and factory preset
regulator provided with the heater. Do not
adjust regulator as gas leaks may occur.
8. Locate hose properly, keeping it out of
pathways where people may trip over it or
in areas where the hose may be subjected
to accidental damage.
9. Check hose before each use of heater.
Disconnect hose with 9/16" wrench.
Check for tears and abrasions in hose and
on regulator. If highly worn or cut, replace
with hose specified by manufacturer be-
fore using heater.
10. Do not alter heater. Keep heater in its origi-
nal state. Do not use heater if altered.
11. Locate heater on stable and level surface.
12. Do not operate heater while sleeping or
leave heater unattended.
13. Never move, handle or service a hot
or operating heater. Severe burns may
result. You must wait 20 minutes after
turning heater off.
14. To prevent injury, wear gloves when han-
dling heater.
15. Turn off heater valve and gas supply to
heater when not in use.
16. Use only original replacement parts. This
heater must use design-specific parts.
Do not substitute or use generic parts.
SAFETy
Continued
Figure 1 - Clearances from Combustibles
Improper replacement parts could cause
serious or fatal injuries.
17. Certain materials or items, when stored in
front of heater, will be subjected to radiant
heat and could be seriously damaged.
18. Shut heater off immediately if flashback
occurs (flame inside burner tube). Have
heater serviced.
19. Never attempt to use heater or any
components that have been damaged or
exposed to accidental fire.
20. If you smell gas or suspect a leak, shut
off propane/LP cylinder valve at once.
Ventilate area. Do not strike a match or
create any flame or electric spark. Find
and correct leak before attempting to light
any appliance.
21. Do not block intake air openings.
Any guard or other protective device
removed for servicing must be re-
placed prior to operating the heater.
Surface temperatures become very
hot when operating heater. Children
and adults should stay away to avoid
burns or clothing ignition.
Young children should be carefully
supervised when they are in the area
of the heater.
42"
(1.07 m)
4"
(10.2 cm)
12"
(30.5 cm)
12"
(30.5 cm)
16" (40.6 cm)
