Use and Care Manual
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CHECK YOUR HOSE ASSEMBLY
The installation shall only be carried out by competent persons and be in accordance with the relevant codes
of practice.
Prior to use, check for damaged parts such as regulator, pilot or burner. Never replace or substitute the regulator
with any regulator other than the factory suggested replacement.
CHECK YOU FLAME
The ame pattern at the emitter screen should be visually checked whenever heater is operated. Normally the
burner ame is blue, but little yellow ame is acceptable. If ame extend beyond the emitter grid or there are
black spots that have accumulated on the emitter grid or reector, immediately turn off the patio heater. The
heater should not be operated again until it has been serviced and repaired by a qualied gas technician.
CLEAN
To enjoy years of outstanding performance from your heater make sure you perform the following maintenance
activities on a regular basis:
1. Keep exterior surfaces clean:
• Use warm soapy water for cleaning. Never use ammable or corrosive cleaning agents.
• While washing your unit, be sure to keep the area around the burner and pilot assembly dry at all times. If
the gas control is exposed to water in any way: do not try to use it. It must be replaced.
2. Air ow must be unobstructed. Keep controls, burner, and circulating air passageways clean. Signs of possible
blockage include:
• Gas odor with extreme yellow tipping of ame.
• Heater does not reach the desired temperature.
• Heater glow is excessively uneven.
• Heater makes popping noises.
3. Spiders and insects can nest in burner or orices. 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.
4. Carbon deposits may create a re hazard. Clean dome and emitter screen with warm soapy water if any
carbon deposits develop.
WARNING:
This appliance requires regulator. Check with your gas supplier and or products supplier.
WARNING:
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT touch or move heater for at least 45 minutes after use. Allow all burner elements to cool before
touching.
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.
Maintenance