Safety Information - Outdoor Leisure SPC-21PHTSA El Manual Del Propietario

SAFETy INFOrMATION

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We cannot foresee every use which may be
made of our heaters. Check with your local
fire safety authority if you have questions
about heater use.
Other standards govern the use of fuel gases
and heat producing products for specific
uses. Your local authorities can advise you
about these.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Direct-Fired
means that all of the combustion products
enter the heated space. Even though this
heater operates very close to 100% combus-
tion efficiency, it still produces small amounts
of carbon monoxide. Some people are more
affected by carbon monoxide than others.
Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning
resemble the flu, with headaches, dizziness,
and/or nausea. If you have these signs, the
heater may not be working properly. Get fresh
air at once! Check for proper ventilation and
have heater serviced.
Propane Gas: Propane gas is odorless. An
odor-making agent is added to propane gas.
The odor helps you detect a propane gas
leak. However, the odor added to propane
gas can fade. Propane gas may be present
even though no odor exists.
This is a propane, direct-fired heater. Propane
is heavier than air. If propane leaks from a
connection or fitting, it sinks to the floor, col-
lecting there with the surrounding air, forming
a potentially explosive mixture. Obviously,
propane leaks should be avoided, so set up
the propane supply with utmost care. Read
Propane/LP Safety, page 4 for additional
information about detecting propane leaks.
Leak check new connections or reconnections
with a soap and water solution and follow all
connection instructions herein. Also, ask your
propane dealer for advice on the propane ap-
plication and supply installation and ask them
to check it if there are any questions.
When the heater is to be operated in the pres-
ence of other people the user is responsible
for properly acquainting those present with
the safety precautions and instructions, and
of the hazards involved.
Make certain you read and understand all warn-
ings. Keep this manual for reference. It is your
guide to safe and proper operation of this heater.
1. Check the heater thoroughly for damage.
DO NOT operate a damaged heater.
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2. DO NOT modify the heater or operate a
heater which has been modified from its
original condition.
3. Use only propane/LP gas.
4. Use only VAPOR WITHDRAWAL pro-
pane supply. The propane cylinder must
be arranged for vapor-withdrawal, in
accordance with the Compress Gas As-
sociations, Small Propane Bottle Assem-
bly. If there is any question about vapor
withdrawal, ask your propane dealer.
5. Never use the heater if the ballast weight
is not assembled onto the base. The base
must be weighted to avoid tipping.
6. Use only the factory preset regulator provided
with the heater. Use only replacement pres-
sure regulators specified in this manual.
7. If used, inspect the hose before each
use of the heater. If it is evident there is
excessive abrasion or wear, or the hose is
cut, it must be replaced prior to the heater
being put into operation. Use replacement
hose assembly kit 100427-01 (see Acces-
sories, page 11).
8. If used, check hose connections for leaks
prior to operation.
9. This heater is for OUTDOOR USE ONLY,
even so, make sure that there is ample
fresh air ventilation. Do not use in build-
ings, garages or other enclosed spaces.
10. If at any time gas odor is detected, IMME-
DIATELY DISCONTINUE operation until
the source of gas has been located and
corrected. Read Propane Safety, page 4
for additional information about detecting
propane leaks.
11. Install the heater such that it is not directly
exposed to water spray, rain and/or drip-
ping water.
12. Maintain minimum clearance to people or
normal combustible material (like paper)
of 3.6 ft. (1100 mm) from top and 2 ft.
(609 mm) from the reflector.
13. Operate only on a stable, level surface.
14. Do not spray aerosols near the heater
during use or shortly thereafter.
15. Do not clean heater with combustible or cor-
rosive cleaners. Use warm, soapy water.
16. Check control compartment burners and
circulation air passageways for free air
passage, make sure that there are no
obstructions. These areas are a com-
mon location for spider webs, which can
present a dangerous condition, damage
the heater and render it unsafe for use.
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