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SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
The heater area must be kept clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors
and liquids.
This heater is designed for use with one type of gas (G20, G31, etc.). Make sure that the type of gas to be
supplied to this heater matches that shown on the heater rating plate.
DO NOT install this heater directly onto a propane container or propane cylinder. Propane containers or
propane cylinders must not be stored indoors or in the vicinity of any gas-burning appliance.
DO NOT Store flammable materials near the heater.
DO NOT locate gas and electric supply lines directly above the heaters path of flue products. The path of flue
products will change if an optional low clearance heat shield is installed.
Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures and should stay away to
avoid burns or clothing ignition.
Young Children should be carefully supervised when they are in the area of the heater.
DO NOT spray aerosols or flammable materials in the vicinity of this appliance while it is in operation.
Clothing or other flammable materials should not be hung from the heater or placed on or near the heater.
NEVER attempt to service the heater while it is plugged in, operating or hot.
Any guard or other protective device removed for servicing a heater must be replaced prior to operating the
heater.
DO NOT Install the heater in a recess, alcove or enclosure.
Installation and repair should be done by a licensed contractor qualified in the installation and service of gas
heating equipment. The heater should be inspected before use and at least annually by a qualified service
person. More frequent cleaning may be required as necessary. It is imperative that the control compartment,
air passageways and burner of the heater be kept clean.
If any changes are made to the patio or building structure after the heaters are installed such as adding plastic
curtains to enclose the patio the modified design must be checked by a qualified person to ensure that the
ventilation requirements are maintained.
DO NOT paint any surface of the heater.
DO NOT throw objects at the heater.
Avoid inhaling fumes emitted from the heater's first use. Smoke and odor from the burning of oils used in
manufacturing will appear. Both the smoke and odor will dissipate after approximately 30 minutes.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Installation of this heater must be in accordance with all applicable codes shown in the instructions and/or the
local codes and authorities having jurisdiction. In the UK all equipment must be installed and maintained in
accordance with the relevant provisions of the Gas Safety (Installations and Use) Regulations 1998 for gas fired
products. Installation practices must take into account the Health and Safety at Works Act 1974 or relevant codes
of practice. In addition the installation must be carried out in accordance with the current IEE wiring regulations BS
7671-latest revision, BS 6896-latest revision (Industrial & Commercial) and any other relevant British Standards
and Codes of Practice by a qualified installer. All external wiring MUST comply with the current IEE wiring
regulations. Heaters shall be installed by a licensed contractor or licensed installer.
Clearances to combustibles as outlined in this manual should always be observed. In areas used for storage of
combustible materials where they may be stacked below the heater, the installer must post signs that will "specify
the maximum permissible stacking height to maintain the required clearances from the heater to combustibles."
Every heater shall be located with respect to building construction and other equipment so as to permit access to
the heater. Each installer shall use quality installation practices when locating the heater and must give
consideration to clearances to combustible materials, vehicles parked below, lights, overhead doors, storage areas
Form 44201360
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