General Safety Instructions; Important Safety Information; Product Features - Dyna-Glo ANSI Z83.7-2000 Instruction Manual

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:

Accidents are always tragic especially because so many of them could have been prevented with lit-
tle care and judgment. There are some basic good practices, we hope you will follow for safe use of
your heater.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION:

• Children should be carefully supervised, when they are in the area.
• Always maintain proper clearance from combustible materials. Minimum clearance from com-
bustibles. Side - 24"; Top - 36"; Combustible and Front - 72". Floor -noncombustible.
• Heater must be placed on level and adequate level and stable surface
• Never place anything including clothes or other flammable items on the heater.
• The appliance area shall be kept clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other
flammable vapours and liquids.
• Do not modify or operate a heater which has been modified.
• Adequate clearance for accessibility and for combustion & ventilation air supply must be main-
tained at all times when the heater is operating.
• Service and repair should be done by a qualified service person. The heater should be inspected
before each use and at least annually by a qualified person. More frequent cleaning may be
required as necessary. Do not service while hot or operating.
• Never connect heater to an unregulated gas supply.
• The heater is shipped from the factory for LP(Propane) gas. This heater is for use with
propane gas only, do not convert heater to any other gas. Installation must conform to local
codes or, in the absence, with the standard for the Storage and Handling of Liquefied
Petroleum Gases ANSI/NFPA NFPA 58 and the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code
CSA B149.1
• The minimum and maximum inlet pressures to the regulator from the gas tank are 5 psi and bottle
pressure, respectively. Use only the regulator & hose assembly provided with the heater. Inspect
the regulator/hose assembly prior to each use of the heater. If there is excessive abrasion or wear,
or hose is cut, replace with regulator/hose assembly listed on the parts list prior to using this heater.
• Gas supply connections should be checked using a 50/50 solution of liquid dish soap and never use
a flame to check for gas leaks.
• The electrical connection & grounding must comply with National Electrical Code.
ANSI/NFPA 70 or in Canada CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1. Use only a properly
grounded three (3) prong receptacle.
• Do not restrict inlet or outlet by any means. The flow of combustion and ventilation air is not to be
obstructed.
• Forced air heaters should not be directed toward any propane or gas container within 20 feet of the
exit nozzle. The heater should also be located at least 6 feet away from any propane gas container
(regulations in Canada are 10 feet)
• The propane cylinder supply system must be arranged to provide for vapour withdrawal from the
operating cylinder.
WARNING: Motor and fan must be running before lighting, during operation and at shutdown, in
order to prevent a flame-out condition which could result in personal injury or property damage.

PRODUCT FEATURES:

• Portable, Stable & Fully Assembled
• Wind Resistant & Rain Protected
• Continuous Spark Ignition or Piezo Electric Spark Ignition
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• 100% Safety Shutoff System
• Adjustable Input Ratings