Safety Information - DESA Heating Products RLP155AT El Manual Del Propietario

SAFETY INFORMATION

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SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNINGS
WARNING: This product contains and/or generates
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer or birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING: FIRE, BURN, INHALATION, AND EX-
PLOSION HAZARD. KEEP SOLID COMBUSTIBLES,
SUCH AS BUILDING MATERIALS, PAPER OR CARD-
BOARD, A SAFE DISTANCE AWAY FROM THE
HEATER AS RECOMMENDED BY THE INSTRUC-
TIONS. NEVER USE THE HEATER IN SPACES WHICH
DO OR MAY CONTAIN VOLATILE OR AIRBORNE
COMBUSTIBLES, OR PRODUCTS SUCH AS GASO-
LINE, SOLVENTS, PAINT THINNER, DUST PARTICLES
OR UNKNOWN CHEMICALS.
WARNING: NOT FOR HOME OR RECREATIONAL
VEHICLE USE.
The heater is designed for use as a construction heater in accordance
with ANSI Z83.7/CGA2.14. Other standards govern the use of fuel
gases and heating products for specific uses. Your local authority can
advise you about these. The primary purpose of construction heaters is
to provide temporary heating of buildings under construction, alteration
or repair. Properly used, the heater provides safe economical heating.
Products of combustion are vented into the area being heated.
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:
carbon monoxide than others. Early signs of carbon monoxide
poisoning resemble the flu, with headaches, dizziness, and/or nau-
sea. 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.
Make certain you read and understand all warnings. Keep this
manual for reference. It is your guide to safe and proper operation
of this heater.
• This product has been approved for use in the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts.
Some people are more affected by
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• Install and use heater with care. Follow all local ordinances and codes.
In the absence of local ordinances and codes, refer to the Standard
for Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gas, ANSI/NFPA
58 and the Propane Gas Installation Code, CAN/CGA B149.2. This
instructs on the safe storage and handling of propane gases.
• Use only the electrical voltage and frequency specified on model
plate. The electrical connections and grounding of the heater shall
follow the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or the Canadian
Electrical Code, Part 1.
• Electrical grounding instructions — This appliance is equipped with
a three-prong (grounding) plug for your protection against shock
hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded
three-prong receptacle or extension cord.
• Use only the hose and factory preset regulator provided with the heater.
• Use only propane gas set up for vapor withdrawal.
• Provide adequate ventilation. Before using heater, provide at least a
three-square-foot opening of fresh, outside air for each 100,000 Btu/Hr
(105,500 k/j) of rating.
• For indoor use only. Do not use heater outdoors.
• Do not use heater in occupied dwellings or in living or sleeping quarters.
• Do not use heater in a basement or below ground level. Propane gas
is heavier than air. If a leak occurs, propane gas will sink to the
lowest possible level.
• Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gaso-
line, paint thinner, and other flammable vapors and liquids. Dust is
combustible. Do not use heater in areas with high dust content.
• Minimum heater clearances from combustible materials:
Outlet: 8 Ft.(2.4 m) Sides: 2 Ft.(.6 m) Top: 6 Ft.(1.8 m) Rear: 2 Ft.(.6 m)
• Keep heater at least six feet from propane tank(s). Do not point
heater at propane tank(s) within 20 feet (6.1 m).
• Keep propane tank(s) below 100° F (38° C).
• Check heater for damage before each use. Do not use a damaged heater.
• Check hose before each use of heater. If highly worn or cut, replace
with hose specified by manufacturer before using heater.
• Locate heater on stable and level surface if heater is hot or operating.
• Never block air inlet (rear) or air outlet (front) of heater.
• Keep heater away from strong drafts, wind, water spray, rain, or
dripping water.
• Keep children and animals away from heater.
• This heater is equipped with a thermostat. Heater may start at anytime.
• Never move, handle, or service a hot or operating heater. Severe
burns may result. You must wait 15 minutes after turning heater off.
• To prevent injury, wear gloves when handling heater.
• Never attach duct work to heater.
• Do not alter heater. Keep heater in its original state.
• Do not use heater if altered.
• Turn off propane supply to heater and unplug heater when not in use.
• Use only original replacement parts. This heater must use design-
specific parts. Do not substitute or use generic parts. Improper re-
placement parts could cause serious or fatal injuries.
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