Safety Precautions; Safety Warnings - Travis Industries 864 TRV GreenSmart Installation Manual

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Safety Warnings:

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Failure to follow all of the requirements may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death.
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This unit must be installed by a qualified installer to prevent the possibility of an explosion.
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This appliance must be installed in accordance with all local codes, if any; if not, in U.S.A. follow
ANSI Z223.1 and NFPA 54(88), in Canada follow CSA B149.1.
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A manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home OEM installation must conform with the
Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280, or, when such a
standard is not applicable, the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations, ANSI/NCSBCS
A225.1, or Standard for Gas Equipped Recreational Vehicles and Mobile Housing, CSA Z240.4. This
appliance may be installed in Manufactured Housing only after the home is site located.
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All exhaust gases must be vented outside the structure of the living-area. Combustion air is drawn
from outside the living-area structure. The venting must not be connected to a chimney flue serving a
separate solid-fuel burning appliance.
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Notify your insurance company before hooking up this fireplace.
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The room heater should be inspected before use and at least annually by a qualified service person.
More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc.
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The instructions in this manual must be strictly adhered to. Do not use makeshift methods or
compromise in the installation. Improper installation will void the warranty and safety listing.
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This heater is approved for use with natural gas (NG) or propane (LP). Burning the incorrect fuel will
void the warranty and safety listing and may cause an extreme safety hazard. Direct questions about
the type of fuel used to your dealer.
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Contact your local building officials to obtain a permit and information on any installation restrictions
or inspection requirements in your area.
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If the flame becomes sooty, dark orange in color, or extremely tall, do not operate the heater. Call
your dealer and arrange for proper servicing.
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It is imperative that control compartments, screens, or circulating air passageways of the heater be
kept clean and free of obstructions. These areas provide the air necessary for safe operation.
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Do not operate the heater if it is not operating properly in any fashion or if you are uncertain. Call
your dealer for a full explanation of your heater and what to expect.
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Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of this heater.
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Do not operate if any portion of the heater was submerged in water or if any corrosion occurs.
Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the
control system and any gas control which has been under water.
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Do not place clothing or other flammable items on or near the heater. Because this heater can be
controlled by a thermostat there is a possibility of the heater turning on and igniting any items placed
on or near it.
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Light the heater using the built-in igniter. Do not use matches or any other external device to light
your heater.
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Never remove, replace, modify or substitute any part of the heater unless instructions are given in this
manual. All other work must be done by a trained technician. Don't modify or replace orifices.
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The viewing glass should be opened only for conducting service.
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Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the heater.
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