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8
Leak Check
WARNING
• Perform all leak tests outdoors.
• Extinguish all open flames.
• NEVER leak test when smoking.
• Do not use the heater until all connections have been leak
tested and do not leak.
Hose / Regulator
Connection
Regulator / Cylinder
Connection
.Make 2-3 oz. of leak check solution (one part liquid
dishwashing detergent and three parts water).
.Apply several drops of solution where hose attaches
to regulator.
.Apply several drops of solution where regulator
connects to Cylinder.
.Make sure all Patio Heater & Light valves are OFF.
.Turn Cylinder Valve ON.
If bubbles appear at any connection, there is a leak.
.Turn Cylinder Valve OFF.
.If leak is at Hose/Regulator connection: tighten
connection and perform another leak test.
.If leak is at Regulator/Cylinder Valve connection:
dis
connect, reconnect, and perform another leak
check. If you continue to see bubbles after several
attempts, cylinder valve is defective and should be
returned to cylinder’s place of purchase.
If NO bubbles appear at any connection, the
connections are secure.
.Turn Cylinder Valve OFF.
NOTE: Whenever gas connections are loosened or
removed, you must perform a complete leak test.
.Complete installation.
Operation
DANGER
• CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD
• For outdoor use only. Never use inside house, or other
unventilated or enclosed areas. This heater consumes air
(oxygen). Do not use in unventilated or enclosed areas to
avoid endangering your life.
DANGER
• EXPLOSION - FIRE HAZARD
• Never store propane near high heat, open flames, pilot
lights, direct sunlight, other ignition sources or where
temperatures exceed 120 degrees F (49°C).
• Propane vapors are heavier than air and can accumulate
in low places. If you smell gas, leave the area immediately.
• Never install or remove propane cylinder while heater is
lighted, near flame, pilot lights, other ignition sources or
while heater is hot to touch.
• This heater is red hot during use and can ignite
flammables too close to the burner. Keep flammables at
least 2 feet from sides & 3 feet
from top. Keep gasoline and
other flammable liquids and vapors well away from heater.
• The propane cylinder must always be stored outdoors in a
well ventilated space. Never store propane cylinder in an
enclosed area (house, garage, etc.). If heater is to be
stored indoors, disconnect the propane cylinder for outdoor
storage.
Caution: Do not attempt to operate until you have read
& understand all General Safety Information in this
manual and all assembly is complete & leak checks
have been performed.
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