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Please do not try to use any other propane cylinders with this appliance. Please do not attempt to
modify our hose assembly, regulator, valve, ignition system or other components. These high quality
components have been integrated in your heater to provide you with maximum safety, performance,
and reliability.
Installation and Replacing of your LP GAS Cylinder
After purchasing and filling a propane cylinder you will be ready to install it into your patio Comfort heating
appliance. Important information regarding your propane cylinder is also found on pages 4 and 5, the leak test
section as well as several significant statements throughout this manual.
Each time you change the tank is an excellent time to inspect the hose for any excessive wear or possible
abrasion that could cause a leak. If you find a cracked or damaged part you must replace it before using the
heater. Patio Comfort original equipment parts are available from your selling dealer or please call us directly
at 949-474-3070. You are calling Irvine, Ca. Our office hours are M-F 7am to 4pm PST.
OPD Cylinders are equipped with a safety feature within the valve that will not allow the tank to be overfilled.
Overfilled tanks can create safety issues. Our Patio Comfort heaters also are equipped with a “Flow Limiter”
that will restrict the flow of gas to a small percentage of the flow capacity if a leak is detected when the tank
valve is opened. Unless the proper gas-tight connection has been made the gas will not flow in the required
volume to operate the unit.
To remove the cylinder, merely raise the decorative cover and rest it on the triangular post socket plate. Turn
off the valve at the top of the tank, clock-wise, and unscrew the large black hand-wheel attached to the
propane regulator. When transporting your cylinder be sure that it is always in an upright position. To install a
full tank, place the tank within the tank cage, carefully and completely attach the hand-wheel and open the tank
valve counter-clockwise.
IF YOU HEAR OR SMELL GAS TURN THE TANK VALVE OFF (CLOCKWISE)
IMMEDIATELY.
Then refer to the leak test section of this manual or check the tank valve for possible leaks.
PURGE:
(Normal) Each new tank replacement may take up to a minute or so of depressing the control knob in
the ‘PILOT’ position to PURGE the hose of air. Simply push and hold the knob in the ‘PILOT’ position while
occasionally pushing the igniter button until the pilot remains lit. It can take up to 2 minutes sometimes. You
can see the pilot light through the access hole at the base of the heater head.
Please read all safety tips on propane on pages 4, 5 and throughout this manual. Your OPD cylinder will also
have helpful hints on the transportation and storage of propane written within the collar of the tank. Propane is
an extremely safe and tested fuel but it must be handled with care and respect.
Placement of the Heater
Your
Patio Comfort
outdoor patio heater is designed for use as temporary comfort heating for your outdoor
patio, outdoor decks, outdoor spa areas, pool areas, and other outdoor areas with plenty of fresh air.
The heater is
NOT
designed, approved, or intended for indoor use or enclosed area use such as a
garage, commercial building, tents, ice fishing tents, prefabricated buildings or enclosures or other
enclosed areas.
The heater is also
NOT
designed for use on moving objects or vehicles such as houseboats, yachts,
travel trailers, boats, or other moving devices or vehicles.
Do Not Move Heater with Cylinder Installed
or when unit is burning.
The minimum clearances from combustibles must be maintained at all times. We recommend the heater
be no closer than 24 inches from any combustible vertical or horizontal wall or have any combustible
material within 24 inches of the top of the reflector.
