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PROPANE
SUPPLY
Propane gas and propane tank(s) are to be furnished by the user.
Use this heater only with a propane vapor withdrawal supply system. See Chapter
5 of the Standard for Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gas, ANSI/
NFPA 58 and/or CAN/CGA B149.2. Your local library or fire department will have
this booklet.
The amount of propane gas ready for use from propane tanks varies. Two factors
decide this amount:
1. The amount of propane gas in tank(s)
2. The temperature of tank(s)
The chart below shows the number of 100 pound tanks needed to run this heater.
Do not operate this product with any tank smaller than 100 pounds.
INSTALLATION
32° 20° 10° 0° -10° -20°
Number of tanks 2 2 3 3 (Use larger tank)
Less gas is vaporized at lower temperatures. You may need two or more 100
pound tanks or one larger tank in colder weather. Your local propane gas dealer
will help you select the proper supply system. The minimum surrounding-air
temperature rating for this heater is -20°F (-29°C).
Temperature (°F) At Tank
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WARNING
Review and understand the warnings in the Safety Information
Section, pages 2 and 3. They are needed to safely operate this
heater. Follow all local codes when using this heater.
Hose
Regulator
Vent
(pointing down)
POL Fitting
Supply
Valve
Propane
Tank
!
WARNING
Test all gas piping and connections for leaks after installing
or servicing. Never use an open flame to check for a leak.
Apply a mixture of liquid soap and water to all joints. Bubbles
forming show a leak. Correct all leaks at once.
1. Provide propane supply system (see Propane Supply above).
2. Connect POL fitting on hose/regulator assembly to propane tank(s). Turn POL
fitting counterclockwise into threads on tank. Tighten firmly using wrench.
IMPORTANT:
Tighten regulator with vent pointing down. Pointing vent
down protects regulator from weather damage.
Figure 3 - Regulator With Vent Pointing Down
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