Ambiance Fireplaces PC14SS Owner's Manual

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ANS Z83.26-2007/CSA 2.37-2007 Gas-Fired Outdoor Infrared Patio Heater ANS Z83.26a-2008/CSA

2.37a-2008 Gas-Fired Outdoor Infrared Patio Heater

DANGER

If you smell gas:

1. Shut off gas to the appliance.

2. Extinguish any open flame.

3. If odor continues, keep away from the appliance

and immediately call your gas supplier or fire

department

WARNING

WARNING indicates an imminently hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other

appliance. An LP-cylinder not connected for use shall

not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other

appliance.

WARNING:

WARNING

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or

maintenance can cause property damage, injury or

death. Read the installation, operation and maintenance

instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this

equipment.

Owners

Manual

OUTDOOR

Fire Feature

MODEL #PC14SS

and #PC14AB

For Outdoor Use Only

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Page 1 Owners Manual OUTDOOR Fire Feature MODEL #PC14SS and #PC14AB DANGER If you smell gas: 1. Shut off gas to the appliance. 2. Extinguish any open flame. 3. If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your gas supplier or fire...
Page 2: Package Contents
PACKAGE CONTENTS Reflector Emitter Grid Glass Tube Fixer Top Plate Upper Support (Long) Protective Guard Glass Tube Side Panel Black Silicone Ring Control Box Assembly Lower Support (Short) Tank Securing Belt Gas Hose Assb. Wheel Assb. Bottom Plate Front Panel Ceramic Fiber PART DESCRIPTION...
Page 3: Safety Information
HARDWARE CONTENTS (shown actual size) M6 x 12 mm Wing nut Stud Small Flat M5 x 12 mm Screw Bolt Qty. 3 Qty. 3 Washer Qty. 35 Qty. 8 Qty. 6 Chain Knob M4 x 10 mm Qty.1 Fixing Bracket Qty.
Page 4: Service Safety
SAFETY INFORMATION DANGER DANGER • CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD • This fire feature is a combustion appliance. All • EXPLOSION - FIRE HAZARD combustion appliances produce carbon monoxide • Keep solid combustibles, such as building (CO) during the combustion process. This product is materials, paper or cardboard, a safe distance away designed to produce extremely minute, non-hazardous from the fire feature as recommended by the...
Page 5: Burn Hazard
SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING WARNING • This product is fueled by propane gas. Propane gas California Proposition 65 is invisible and flammable. An odorant is normally Combustion by-products produced when using added to help detect leaks and can be described as a this product contain chemicals known to the “rotten egg”...
Page 6 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1.Insert the hoods of bottom plate (O) to the lower holes of the three lower supports (K) Insert the hoods of control box assembly (J) to the upper holes of the three lower support (K). Note: Make sure to align the side of bottom plate (O) with the holes (to accommodate front plate P) with the side of control box assembly (J) with the magnet.
Page 7 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 3.Use Phillips screwdriver (LL) to fasten the control box assembly (J) and the bottom plate (O) with M5 x 12 mm screws (DD). Hardware Used M6 x 12 mm Screw Phillips Screwdriver 4.Use Phillips screwdriver (LL) to secure the top plate (D) to the upper supports (E) with M5 x 12 mm screws (DD).
Page 8 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 5.Using wrench (KK) to assemble the wheel assembly (N) to the bottom plate (O) with M6 x 12 mm bolts (EE). Hardware Used M6 x 12 mm Bolt Wrench 6. Use Phillips screwdriver (LL) to secure the block belt (L) to the lower supports (K) with M5 x 12 mm screws (DD).
Page 9 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 7. Carefully install the glass tube with rubber ring at the bottom (G) between the center of top plate (D) and control box After the glass tube (G) is installed, be sure to wipe off all fingerprints with a clean, dry cloth.
Page 10 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 9. Use Phillips screwdriver (LL) to install side panels (H) to bottom of assembly with M5 x 12 mm screws (DD). Note: Do not cover the panel where the magnet is. Hardware Used x 12 M5 x 12 mm Screw Phillips Screwdriver 10.Install the knob (GG) to M4x10 screw (HH).
Page 11 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 11. Assemble the protective guard and mesh by inserting the hooks of protective guard (F) to the holes of upper supports (E). Put the mesh (B) on the top plate (D). Make sure the screw holes align the holes of top plate (D). Use Phillips screwdriver (LL) to secure the mesh (B) and protective guard (F) to the top...
Page 12 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 13. Connect regulator to cylinder. Install cylinder, and secure with the propane block belt tightly. Complete installation. Note: The propane gas and cylinder are sold separately. Warning: Use a standard 20 lb. propane cylinder only. Use this fire feature only with a propane vapor withdrawal supply system.
Page 13 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Warning: A dented, rusted or damaged propane cylinder may be hazardous and should be checked by your propane supplier. Never use a propane cylinder with a damaged valve connection. The propane cylinder must be constructed and marked in accordance with the specifications for LP gas cylinders of the U.S.
Page 14 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Leak Check WARNING • Perform all leak tests outdoors. • Extinguish all open flames. • NEVER smoke while carrying out the leak test. • Do not use the fire feature until all connections have been leak tested and do not leak. CRITICAL LEAK TEST LOCATION Hose / Regulator connection...
Page 15 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS DANGER • CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD • For outdoor use only. Never use inside house, or other unventilated or enclosed areas. This fire feature consumes air (oxygen). Do not use in unventilated or enclosed areas to avoid endangering your life. Caution: Do not attempt to operate until you have read and understand all General Safety Information in this manual and all assembly is complete and leak checks have been performed.
Page 16 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 4. Push and release the igniter button until pilot flame is visible through the glass tube. 5. Once the pilot is lit, continue to depress the control knob for 30 seconds. 6. If the pilot does light or does not stay lit, repeat steps 4 to 6. 7.
Page 17: For Your Safety
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING FOR YOUR SAFETY Be careful when attempting to manually ignite this fire feature. Holding in the control knob for more than 20 seconds before igniting the gas will cause a ball of flame upon ignition. When fire feature is ON: The flame should be blue with straight yellow tops.
Page 18: Care And Maintenance
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 9. Fire feature is away from gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors. 10. Fire feature is away from windows, air intake openings, sprinklers and other water sources. 11. Fire feature is located at least 24" (top) / 36" (sides) from combustible materials. 12.
Page 19: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Cylinder valve is closed or Cylinder is Empty Open valve. Insure fuel in tank Clean with compressed air or replace orifice or pilot tube Blockage in orifice or pilot tube Pilot won’t light Open gas line and bleed it Air in gas line (pressing control knob in) for no more than 1 - 2 minutes or until...
Page 20 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Spiders and other small insect are attracted to the odorant found in gas. Keep area in and around Ambiance Fire Feature Free from insects. Spiders and insects can nest in burner or orifices. This dangerous condition can damage fire feature and render it unsafe for use.
Page 21 Service & Warranty Information To learn how to service and acquire replacement parts first contact your selling dealer or call us directly at 949-474-3070 or e-mail us at info@aeicorporation.com for assistance. Please provide us with the model number and serial number for best possible service and support.
Page 22: Replacement Parts List
Replacement parts available from servicing dealer or AEI CORPORTION www.aeicorporation.com (949) 474-3070 e-mail: info@aeicorporation.com REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST PO Box 16097 Irvine CA USA 92606 or 2641 DuBridge Ave. Irvine CA 92623-6097 Reflector Emitter Grid Glass Tube Fixer Top Plate Upper Support (Long) Protective Guard Glass Tube Side Panel...
Page 23 Fire Feature by AEI Corporation. Name___________________________________ Address__________________________________________ City, ST, ZIP ______________________________ Phone____________________________________________ Date Purchased ____________________ Where Purchased (Dlr. Name and City) ___________________________ Ambiance Model#PC14SS ____ (SS Stainless Steel) Serial Number_______________________ (found inside tank enclosure) #PC14AB ___ (Antique Bronze) Fuel LPG__ NAT GAS __ Ambiance...
Page 24 FOLD AND MAIL PLACE STAMP HERE POSTMAN WILL NOT DELIVER WITHOUT POSTAGE Ambiance PRODUCT REGISTATION C/O AEI CORPORTION Post Office Box 16097 Irvine, CA 92623-6097...

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