Operation Checklist - Fire Sense 61280 Owner's Manual

If you experience any
consult "Troubleshooting" on page 11.
Caution: Avoid inhaling fumes
heater's first use. Smoke and odor from the burning of
oils used in manufacturing will appear. Both smoke
and odor will dissipate after approximately 30 minutes.
The heater should NOT produce thick black smoke.
Note: The burner may be noisy when initially turned on. To
eliminate excessive noise from the burner, turn the Control
Knob to the Pilot position. Then, turn the knob to the level
of heat desired.
WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Be careful when attempting to manually ignite this heater.
Holding in the control knob for more than 10 seconds
before igniting the gas will cause a ball of flame upon
ignition.
When heater is ON:
Emitter screen will become bright red due to intense heat.
The color is more visible at night.
Burner will display tongues of blue and yellow flame. These
flames should not be yellow or produce thick black smoke,
indicating an obstruction of airflow through the burners. The
flame should be blue with straight yellow tops.
If excessive yellow flame is detected, turn off heater and
consult "Troubleshooting" on page 11.
Re-lighting:
Note: For your safety, Control Knob cannot be turned OFF
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without first depressing Control Knob in PILOT position and
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t hen rotating it to OFF.
Turn Control Knob to OFF.
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Wait at least 5 minutes to let gas dissipate before
attempting to relight Pilot.
Repeat the "Lighting" steps on prior page.
WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Heater will be hot after use. Handle with extreme care.
10
ignition problems please
emitted from the
Shut Down:
Turn Control Knob clockwise to Pilot. (Normally,
burner will make a slight popping sound when
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extinguished.) Burner will extinguish but Pilot will
remain ON.
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To extinguish Pilot, depress Control Knob and
continue to turn it clockwise to OFF.
Turn Cylinder Valve clockwise to OFF and disconnect
Regulator when heater is not in use.
Note: After use, some discoloration of the emitter screen is
normal.

Operation Checklist

For a safe and pleasurable heating experience, perform
this check before each use.
Before Operating:
I am familiar with entire owner's manual and understand all
precautions noted.
All Components are properly assembled, intact and
operable.
No alterations have been made.
All gas connections are secure and do not leak
Wind velocity is below 10 mph.
Unit will operate at reduced efficiency below 40
Heater is outdoors (outside any enclosure.)
There is adequate fresh air ventilation.
Heater is away from gasoline or other flammable liquids
or vapors.
Heater is away from windows, air intake openings,
sprinklers and other water sources.
Heater is at least 36" on top and at least 24" on sides from
combustible materials.
Heater is on a hard and level surface.
There are no signs or spider or insect nests.
All burner passages are clear.
All air circulation passages are clear.
Children, pets, clothing, flammable materials and
items that can be damaged from radiant heat are
away from heater.
Children and adults in the area have been alerted to the
high temperature hazards; especially burns and clothing
fires.
Children and adults in the area have been warned not to
touch heater near engine/head during operation and until
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unit has cooled.
After Operation:
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Gas control is in OFF position.
Gas Tank valve is OFF.
Disconnect Gas line.
Heater is upright in a secure location.
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