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Owner’s manual and assembly instructions: 71400 portable outdoor heater 3/3/03
Contact 1-800-762-1142 for assistance.
Do not return to place of purchase.
Operation
Before Turning Gas Supply ON
Your heater was designed and approved for OUTDOOR USE ONLY.
DO NOT use it inside a building, garage, or any other enclosed area.
Make sure surrounding areas are free of combustible materials,
gasoline, and other flammable vapors or liquids.
Ensure that there is no obstruction to air ventilation.
Be sure all
gas connections are tight and there are no leaks (see step 5).
Be sure the access panel is clear of debris.
Be sure any component removed during assembly or servicing is
replaced and fastened prior to starting.
Before Lighting
Heater should be thoroughly inspected before each use, and by a
qualified service person at least annually.
If relighting a hot heater, always wait at least 5 minutes for gas to
dissipate.
Lighting
1. Turn Gas Control Knob to OFF position.
2. Push in Control Knob and rotate to “ON” position. This will light
burner. If necessary, keep depressing and rotating Knob until burner
lights.
3. Once burner is lit, hold Control Knob in for at least 30 seconds and
release.
4. If burner does not stay lit, wait 5 minutes and repeat steps 2 and 3.
5. Once burner is lit, rotate Knob to desired heating level.
6. Replace Access Panel.
If you experience any ignition problem, turn off the heater and gas
supply, and consult “Troubleshooting” on page 12.
WARNINGS
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
• Do NOT attempt to operate
heater until you have read
and understand all
precautions in section 1
“Safety First.” Failure to do
so can result in serious
personal injury, death, or
property damage.
• If at any time you are unable
to light burner and smell gas,
wait 5 minutes to allow gas
to dissipate before
attempting to light heater.
• Do NOT touch emitter or
dome or move heater for at
least 45 minutes after use.
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OFF
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