Propane Safety; Refilling The Propane Gas Tank - Dura Heat TT-360 User's Manual And Operating Instructions

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.
• A safety relief valve having direct communications with the vapor space of the tank.
• An arrangement of vapor withdrawal.
The propane (LP) gas pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the heater must be
used without alteration.
The hose assembly shall be visually inspected prior to each use of the heater. If it is evident that there is
excessive abrasion or wear, or the hose is cut, it must be replaced prior to the heater being put into operation.
The replacement hose assembly shall be that specified by the manufacturer.
ALL NEW CYLINDERS MUST BE PURGED BEFORE THE FIRST FILLING.
• Turn heater gas valve knob and gas tank valve to OFF position.
• Propane tank valve equipped with the old style fitting has LEFT HANDED THREADS. Turn POL fitting
CLOCKWISE to loosen. Protect POL fitting when disconnected from tank.
• Have tank filled by your local Propane gas supplier.
• Some propane tanks have a bleed-off valve. This valve should be inspected for leaks after each filling of
the tank. Turn clockwise to close the valve.
• Fasten full Propane tank and connect POL fitting to tank valve by turning COUNTERCLOCKWISE.
• With heater gas valve knob still in the OFF position, turn ON tank valve and check for leaks with soap solution.
Propane is safe to use when properly handled. Careless handling of the Propane gas tank could result in
fire and/or an explosion. Therefore:
• Always keep tank/cylinder securely fastened in an upright position.
• Avoid tipping tank on its side when connected to a regulator since this may cause damage to
diaphragm in regulator.
• Handle valves with care.
• Never connect an unregulated Propane tank to construction heater.
• Do not subject Propane tank to excessive heat.
• Tightly close the gas shutoff valve on the Propane tank after each use.
• The POL fitting must be protected when disconnected from the propane tank.
• Never store a Propane gas tank inside a building or in the vicinity of any gas burning appliance.
THE DISCONNECTED TANK MUST NEVER BE STORED IN A BUILDING,
PROPANE TANK TOP HEATER
PROPANE SUPPLY

REFILLING THE PROPANE GAS TANK

GARAGE OR ANY OTHER ENCLOSED AREA.
NEVER LEAVE THE HEATER
UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING!
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