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PROPANE TANK TOP HEATER USER’S MANUAL AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MODELS: TT-15S, TT-15PS TT-30D, TT-30P WARNING! NOT FOR HOME OR RECREATIONAL VEHICLE USE. GENERAL HAZARD WARNING FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THIS HEATER, CAN RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND PROPERTY LOSS, OR DAMAGE FROM THE HAZARDS OF FIRE, EXPLOSION, BURN.
TABLE OF CONTENTS General Safety Information ................3 - 4 Specifications ......................Product Features ..................... Heater Assembly ....................... Propane Safety ......................Refilling The Propane Gas Tank ................Connecting Heater to Gas Supply ................7 - 8 Checking For Leaks ....................Lighting &...
PROPANE TANK TOP HEATER GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Accidents are always tragic especially because so many of them could have been prevented with little care and judgment. There are some basic good practices, we hope you will follow for safe use of your heater. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION •...
PROPANE TANK TOP HEATER TT30 SERIES HEATER ASSEMBLY Tools Required: Estimated Assembly Time: Contents: Phillips head screwdriver 5 minutes Tank Top Heater (1) Tank Collar Bracket (1) M4x12 Machine Screws (2) DUAL BURNER MODEL The tank collar bracket must be assembled before the heaters can be attached to the propane tank. 1.
PROPANE TANK TOP HEATER PROPANE SUPPLY This heater requires a 20 lb propane cylinder for operation. (Not included). The propane (LP) gas tank must also be equipped with the following: • A collar to protect the propane gas valve. • A shutoff valve terminating a Propane gas cylinder valve outlet as specified in the American National Standard for Compressed Gas Cylinder Valve Outlet and Inlet Connections.
PROPANE TANK TOP HEATER CONNECTING HEATER TO PROPANE TANK Read and understand all safety information before connecting heater to propane tank. 1. (Applies to dual burner models only). Place heater onto tank with tank collar bracket over tank collar (Fig. 1) Mounting bolt knob should be positioned to the outside of tank collar and be positioned as closely as possible directly opposite to the cylinder valve outlet.
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PROPANE TANK TOP HEATER CONNECTING HEATER TO PROPANE TANK FIGURE 2 FIGURE 2 Electrode Spark Plug TT30 SERIES TT30 SERIES Tip over Switch Inlet Connector Inlet Connector Piezo (NOTE: some models only) Propane Tank Valve Piezo (NOTE: some models only) Propane Tank Valve Heat Regulator Knob Heat Regulator Knob...
PROPANE TANK TOP HEATER CHECKING FOR LEAKS Check all gas connections with a 50/50 soap and water solution to be sure they are tight and leak proof. The formation of bubbles indicate a gas leak. Correct all leaks before using the heater. •...
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PROPANE TANK TOP HEATER LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS WHEN USING MATCH (CONTINUED) 1. Open Cylinder valve by turning FIGURE 4 counterclockwise Burner Front 2. Turn heater regulator knob clockwise to the Electrode “High” ( ) position. (Fig. 4) WARNING: Stand to the side of unit while Ignition Hole lighting.
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PROPANE TANK TOP HEATER TURNING OFF THE HEATER 1. Tightly close propane tank valve by turning fully clockwise 2. Turn the heater regulator knob to the “OFF” ( ) position. Wait at least 30 minutes for the heater to cool before handling heater.
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PROPANE TANK TOP HEATER LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR PIEZO IGNITION MODELS (CONTINUED) 1. Stop! Read all safety information first. 2. Open cylinder valve by turning counterclockwise WARNING: Stand to the side of unit while lighting. Do not stand or have any part of your body over or in front of heater while lighting.
PROPANE TANK TOP HEATER LIGHTING UNDER WIND CONDITIONS When using this heater outdoors on a windy day, it will be necessary to use a match or long stem butane lighter to ignite the burner. It may be difficult to keep the match lit long enough under windy conditions. Follow the “Lighting instructions when Using a Match”...
PROPANE TANK TOP HEATER TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Unit will not light. 1. Valve on propane cylinder not open. 1. Open cylinder valve by turning counterclockwise. 2. Propane cylinder empty 2. Have cylinder refilled. 3. Regulator not in "High" position 3. Turn regulator to "High" position. 4. Excess flow device triggered. 4. Close cylider valve, wait 5 minutes and reopen slowly. 5. Defective Regulator. 5. Replace Regulator assembly. 2. Burner will not stay lit when 1. Tilt switch open 1. Correct alignment of unit to ensure it is vertical. gas valve plunger released. 2. Wiring of thermocouple 2. Check wiring connections are properly engaged. 3.
LIMITED WARRANTY: This limited warranty is extended to the original retail purchaser of this Duraheat Forced Air/Convection/Radiant Heater and warrants against any defect in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of retail sale. World Marketing of America, Inc., at it’s option, will either provide replacement parts or replace or repair the unit, when properly returned to the retailer where purchased or one of our service centers as directed by World Marketing, within one (1) year of retail purchase.
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WARRANTY REGISTRATION IMPORTANT: We urge you to fill out your warranty registration card within fourteen (14) days of date of purchase. You can also register your warranty on the internet at www.worldmkting.com. Complete the entire serial number. Retain this portion of the card for your records.