Use and Care Manual
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
• Do NOT touch or move heater for at least 45 minutes
after use.
• Reflector is hot to the touch.
• Allow reflector to cool before touching.
To enjoy years of outstanding performance from your heater, make sure you perform the following
maintenance activities on a regular basis:
Keep exterior surfaces clean.
1. Use warm soapy water for cleaning. Never use flammable or corrosive cleaning agents.
2. While cleaning your unit, be sure to keep the area around the burner and pilot assembly dry at all
times. Do not submerge the control valve assembly. If the gas control is submerged in water, do
NOT use it. It must be replaced.
a. Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other
flammable vapors and liquids.
b. Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
c. Keep the ventilation opening(s) of the cylinder enclosure free and clear from debris.
3. Air flow must be unobstructed. Keep controls, burner, and circulating air passageways clean.
Signs of possible blockage include:
Note: In a salt-air environment (such as near an ocean), corrosion occurs more quickly than normal.
Frequently check for corroded areas and repair them promptly.
Gas odor with extreme yellow tipping of flame.
Heater does NOT reach the desired temperature.
Heater glow is excessively uneven.
Heater makes popping noises.
Spiders and insects can nest in burner or orifices. This dangerous condition can damage heater and
render it unsafe for use. Clean burner holes by using a heavy-duty pipe cleaner. Compressed air may
help clear away smaller particles.
Carbon deposits may create a fire hazard. Disassembly the reflector, unscrew the reflector spacer,
take off the screen, take down one side of protective guards. Then take the glass tube from the heater
and wash and clear. After that assembly the glass tube and the rest of parts.
Visually checking portions of the hose assembly located within the confines of the heater post. Inspect
the entire hose assembly at least annually, disassembling the reflector and burner. Inspect the hose
assembly for evidence of excessive abrasion, cuts, or wear. Suspected areas should be leak tested.
Then assembling the reflector and burner again following with step 5 and 6
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