Qlima GFA 1010E Instrucciones De Uso página 37

Note:
• The gas hose is NOT included with the heater
• The gas regulator is not included with the heater
Connect the regulator to the gas cylinder (not included) according to the
mounting instruction as supplied together with the gas regulator and/or the
gas cilinder
OPERATION
Safe operation
This appliance is designed for gas cylinders up to 15 kg
Avoid torsional stress to the flexible tubing between gas regulator and appliance.
Torsional stress might lead to gas leakage over time!
Note:
If a new tank has just been connected, please allow at least one minute or more
for the air in the gas pipeline to purge out through the pilot hole.
If the burner flame goes out accidentally or it is blown out by wind, turn off the
heater and wait at Ieast 5 minutes or more to let the gas dissipate before re-ligh-
ting to avoid possible gas explosion.
Warnings:
• The whole gas system. hose, regulator, pilot and burner should be inspected
for Ieak before use. But at least once a month and each time the gas cylinder
is changed. Check the hose assembly for sign of extreme abrasion, cuts or
wears. Suspected areas should be Ieak tested. If the hose Ieaks, it must be
replaced with a new one that conforms to IocaI standard codes. ). If it shows
signs of cracking, splitting or other deterioration it shall be exchanged for
new hose of the same length and of the equivalent quality.
• Always keep a dry chemical fire extinguisher readily available.
• For safety, always allow a 5-minute complete shut off period before re-ligh-
ting a hot heater.
• Replace the gas tube/hose within the interval described with the hose.
REPLACING THE GAS CYLINDER
• Shut off heater.
• Close the valve of the gas cylinder.
• Disconnect the regulator from the cylinder following the instructions that
came with your regulator.
• Replace the cylinder.
• Make sure there is no flame. Only when no flame: remove the plug or seal
cap from the cylinder valve.
• Check for the presence and good state of the gasket before connecting the
regulator to the new cylinder
• Check that the regulator seal is correctly fitted and able to fulfil its function.
• Perform leak test using soapy water solution.
WARNING: only change the gas cylinder in a amply ventilated area, away
from any ignition source (candle, cigarettes, other flame producing applian-
ces, ...).
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