Aug 04
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Form 44080000
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Your heater has been produced from highly weather resistant materials and only requires minimum
cleaning and maintenance. Cleaning must be performed when the heater is cold. Your patio heater
will last longer if it is cleaned and maintained properly. It is very important that the air required for the
combustion process is not blocked going to the burner. Orifices, burner venturis, vents, and other
openings must be kept free of dirt and spider webs.
Stainless Steel models:
Use a stainless steel cleaner product on the main components of the heater, cylinder cover, base and
post. Never use a cleaning agent that is flammable or corrosive. Never spray any cleaning product on
the emitter grid or burner area.
Painted models:
Wash all painted parts of the heater with a soapy solution and protect it with a coat of automobile car
wax a couple of times per year or as required dependent upon your local weather and climate
conditions.
If you need to touch up a painted heater only paint the post and base portions. Never paint the emitter
grid, lighting instructions, valve or control knob area, or the LP cylinder.
The burner ports must also be kept clear so that the burner burns evenly and the flow of gas is not
restricted. If the heater is not performing adequately it will be necessary to check the burner and
burner venturi.
In a salt air or ocean environment, corrosion and rust occurs at a far greater rate than in non-ocean
areas. You will need to more frequently check for corrosion and replace parts as required.
