Leak Check; Operation - Fire Sense 61280 Owner's Manual

Leak Check

WARNING
• Perform all leak tests outdoors.
• Extinguish all open flames.
• NEVER leak test when smoking.
• Do not use the heater until all connections have been leak
tested and do not leak.
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Hose / Regulator
Connection
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Make 2-3 oz. of leak check solution (one part liquid
dishwashing detergent and three parts water).
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Apply several drops of solution where hose attaches
to regulator.
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Apply several drops of solution where regulator
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connects to Cylinder.
Make sure all Patio Heater & Light valves are OFF.
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Turn Cylinder Valve ON.
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If bubbles appear at any connection, there is a leak.
Turn Cylinder Valve OFF.
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If leak is at Hose/Regulator connection: tighten
connection and perform another leak test.
If leak is at Regulator/Cylinder Valve connection:
disconnect, reconnect, and perform another leak
check. If you continue to see bubbles after several
attempts, cylinder valve is defective and should be
returned to cylinder's place of purchase.
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If NO bubbles appear at
c onnections are secure.
Turn Cylinder Valve OFF.
NOTE: Whenever gas connections are loosened or
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removed, you must perform a complete leak test.
Complete installation.
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Regulator / Cylinder
Connection
any connection, the

Operation

DANGER
• CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD
• For outdoor use only. Never use inside a house or any
other unventilated or enclosed areas. This heater
consumes air (oxygen). Do not use in unventilated or
enclosed areas to avoid endangering your life.
DANGER
• EXPLOSION - FIRE HAZARD
• Never store propane near high heat, open flames, pilot
lights, direct sunlight, other ignition sources or where
temperatures exceed 120 degrees F (49°C).
• Propane vapors are heavier than air and can accumulate
i n low places. If you smell gas, leave the area immediately.
• Never install or remove propane cylinder while heater is
lighted, near flame, pilot lights, other ignition sources or
while heater is hot to touch.
• This heater is red hot during use and can ignite
flammables too close to the burner. Keep flammables at
least 2 feet from sides & 3 feet from top. Keep gasoline and
other flammable liquids and vapors well away from heater.
• The propane cylinder must always be stored outdoors in a
well ventilated space. Never store propane cylinder in an
enclosed area (house, garage, etc.). If heater is to be
stored indoors, disconnect the propane cylinder for outdoor
storage.
Caution: Do not attempt to operate until you have read
& understand all General Safety Information in this
manual and all assembly is complete & leak checks
have been performed.