Storage; Maintenance - ReddyHeater RH40FA Owner's Manual

Note: If heater fails to ignite, hose may
have air in it. If so, keep automatic control
valve button pressed and wait 20 sec-
onds. Release automatic control valve
button and wait 20 seconds for unburned
fuel to exit heater. Repeat this step.
NOTICE: If heater is unplugged or
power outage occurs while heater
is running, the thermal limit device
will stop fuel flow. A few seconds
occur before the thermal limit de-
vice activates. During this short
time, flames may appear outside
the heater. This is normal. The
flames will go out when thermal
limit device activates.
CAUTION: Disconnect heater
from propane supply tank(s).
1. The heater should be inspected before
each use and at least annually by a quali-
fied person.
2. Before each use, check the soft "O" ring
seat at the bullnose of the POL fitting. If
the "O" ring is cut, scuffed or otherwise
damaged, replace the POL fitting.
3. When heater is not in use, the gas shall
be turned off at the propane/LP gas sup-
WARNINGS
• Never service heater while it
is plugged in, connected to
propane supply, operating or
hot. Severe burns and electri-
cal shock can occur.
• Keep heater clear and free
from combustible materials,
gasoline and other flammable
vapors and liquids.
• Do not block the flow of com-
bustion or ventilation air.
1. Keep heater clean. Clean heater annually
or as needed to remove dust and debris. If
heater is dirty or dusty, clean heater with
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OPERATION
1. Tightly close propane supply valve on
propane tank(s).
2. Wait a few seconds. Heater will burn gas
left in supply hose.
3. Unplug heater.
1. Wait five minutes after stopping heater.
2. Repeat steps under To Start Heater,
page 7.

STORAGE

ply cylinder(s) by closing the valve on the
cylinder.
4. Heater is to be stored indoors. The con-
nection between propane/LP gas supply
cylinder(s) and heater must be disconnect-
ed, cylinder(s) removed from the heater
and stored outdoors in accordance with
Chapter 5 of the Standard for Storage and
Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases
ANSI/NFPA 58 and CSA B149.1, Natural
Gas and Propane Installation Code.
5. Store in a dry, clean and safe place.

MAINTENANCE

a damp cloth. Use household cleaners on
difficult spots.
2. Inspect heater before each use. Check
connections for leaks. Apply mixture of
liquid soap and water to connections.
Bubbles forming show a leak. Correct all
leaks at once.
3. Inspect hose/regulator assembly before
each use. If hose is highly worn or cut, re-
place with hose specified by manufacturer.
4. Have heater inspected yearly by a quali-
fied service agency.
5. Keep inside of heater free from combustible
and foreign objects. Remove motor and
other internal parts if needed to clean inside
of heater (see Service Procedures, page 9).
6. Clean fan blades each season or as
needed (see Fan, page 9).
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