PROPANE CYLINDER TANK
The heater comes equipped with a hose assembly for hook-up to a standard propane gas tank. The propane
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tank is NOT included.
A dented, rusted or damaged propane tank may be hazardous and should be checked by your tank supplier.
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Never use a propane tank with a damaged valve connection.
The propane tank must be constructed and marked in accordance with the specifications for LP gas cylin-
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ders per the US Department of Transportation (DOT).
The propane tank must be designed to provide for vapor withdrawal from the operating cylinder.
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Never connect an unregulated propane tank to the heater.
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LEAK TESTING
Gas connections on the heater are gas tested at the factory prior to shipment. A complete gas tightness
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check must be performed at the installation site due to potential shipment irregularities or excessive pres-
sure being applied to the heater as well as to check final installation of components by the consumer.
TO LEAK TEST
Make a soapy solution of one part liquid detergent and one part water. The soap solution can be applied
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with a spray bottle, brush, or rag. Soap bubbles will appear where a leak is present.
Make certain the safety control valve is in the OFF position (at the control panel of the head unit).
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Turn the gas supply ON at the propane cylinder valve. Apply/spray several drops on the regulator hose to
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gas inlet hose connection, and the regulator to tank cylinder connection. (Small bubbles indicate a leak)
If a leak is present, turn OFF the gas supply, loosen and then re-tighten and leaking fittings, turn gas supply
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ON again and recheck. Repeat as needed.
INSTRUCTIONS - 10
LOCATING HEATER FOR USE
BE CAREFUL : When certain material or items are left under the heater
while in use, they will be subjected to radiant heat and could be
seriously damaged!
The heater is primarely for heating of outdoor patios, decks, spas,
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pools and outdoor home working areas.
This unit is designed for RESIDENTIAL use only!
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Always ensure that adequate fresh air ventilation is provided. Follow
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the MINIMUM spacing tolerances as indicated AT ALL TIMES!
The installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence
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of local codes, with National Fuel Gas code,
ANSI/NFPA 58 or ANSI
Z233.1-1998. (Canada – CAN/CGA-B149.1 & 2-M86)
The heater must be placed on stable, level, firm ground.
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Never operate in an explosive atmosphere. Keep away from areas
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where gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors are stored or
used.
In very strong winds, turn off the heater, turn off the gas cylinder valve and remove the heat reflector hood.
Then move the heater to a sheltered location. Do not move heater while it is still hot.
