PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING SAFETY GUIDELINES BEFORE OPERATION
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Do not use the patio heater indoors, as it may cause personal injury or property damage.
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This outdoor heater in not intended to be installed on recreational vehicles and/or boats.
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Installation and services should only be a done qualified service person.
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Improper installation, adjustment, alteration can cause personal injury or property damage.
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Do not attempt to alter the unit in any manner as to do so may make it unsafe
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Never replace or substitute the regulator with any regulator other than the factory recommended replacement.
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Do not store or use petrol or other flammable liquids or vapours with, in, or near the heater.
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The complete gas system and all connections should be inspected for leaks before use, and at least annually by a
qualified service technician.
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All leak tests should be done with a soapy water solution. If there is a leak then bubbles will form at that point.
Never use an open flame to check for gas leaks.
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Do not use the heater until all connections have been leak tested.
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If you smell gas, turn off the gas supply at the cylinder and check all connections for leaks using a soapy water
solution. Tighten the leaking connection and then recheck again with a soapy water solution. If you cannot find the
source of the leak, call a qualified service technician and do not use the appliance until it has been declared safe to
do so.
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Do not move or transport the heater and the table or bench on which it stands whilst it is operating.
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Do not touch or move the heater after it has been turned off until it has cooled down.
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Do not paint the radiant screen, control panel or top canopy reflector.
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The control compartment, burner and circulation air passageways must be kept clean.
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Frequent cleaning may be necessary as required.
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Check the heater immediately if any of the following occurs:
- The heater does not reach temperature.
- The burner makes popping noises during operation (a slight noise is normal when the heater is extinguished).
- A smell of gas in conjunction with yellow tipping o flames.
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Any guard or other protective device removed for servicing must be replaced before using the heater.
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Adults and children should stay away from high temperatures areas of the heater to avoid burns or clothing igniting.
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Children should be carefully supervised when near the heater
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Always change the cylinder in well ventilated areas and away from any sources of ignition e.g. open flames.
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Check that the regulator seal is in place and in good condition whenever the cylinder is changed.
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Always close the cylinder control valve when the heater is not in use.
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In the event of a gas leakage do not use the heater. Call a qualified service technician to examine the heater before
using the heater.
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Check the condition of the flexible gas hose at least once per year for sign of cracking, bulging, splitting or other
signs of deterioration. Replace if necessary.
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In the event of a burn-back, where the flame burns back to the jet, immediately turn off the gas supply at the control
valve on the panel. After ensuring the flame is extinguished, re-light the appliance in the normal manner. Should the
appliance again burn back, close the control valve and call a service technician. Do not use the appliance again
until the service technician has declared that it is safe to do so.
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