Decofire DF102043, Halo Series Assembly, Safety & Operating Instructions
DÉCOFIRE
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Area
HEATER
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Assembly, Safety & Operating Instructions
FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY
OR USE. KEEP INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT
DESIGNED FOR COMMERCIAL USE
DANGER
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to the appliance.
2. Extinguish any open ame or ignition source
3. If odour continues, keep away from the appliance and
immediately call your local re department
WARNING
Do not store or use any ammable liquids or gases in the
vicinity of this appliance. An LP gas cylinder not connected
for use must not be stored in the vicinity of this appliance.
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service
or maintenance can cause injury or property damage.
Read the owner’s manual thoroughly before installing or
servicing this equipment. If the information in this manual is
not followed exactly, a re or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
WARNING
The glass ame tube may break if it is wet while in use;
never use the appliance while it’s raining or wet conditions
are present. Do not splash any liquid on the appliance while
it is operating or hot.
DANGER
CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD
This appliance can produce carbon monoxide, which has no
odour. Using it in an enclosed space can kill you. Never use
this appliance in an enclosed space such as a tent, car or
basement. Do not bring this appliance indoors.
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Specifications & Dimensions
Décofire (XXXXXX) Series Outdoor Heater
Specification DF102043
Gas type LPG / Propane
Gas consumption 48 MJ/Hr
Operating Pressure 2.75kPa
Injector Size 2.15mm
535mm
40mm
80mm
1860mm
490mm
850mm
450mm
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Mayo Hardware PTY LTD
4 Secombe Place, Moorebank
New South Wales 2170 Australia
Customer Service: 1300 360 211
Web: decoreheating.com.au
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS
• THIS APPLIANCE IS DESIGNED AND INTENDED FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY!
• This appliance shall be used outdoors, in a ventilated space and shall not be used in any enclosed area.
• This appliance shall not be installed or used indoors, inside buildings, sheds or garages or any other enclosed area.
• DO NOT SPRAY AEROSOLS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS APPLIANCE WHILE IT IS IN OPERATION.
• DO NOT place, use or store any ammable liquid or gas fuels or fuel containers within the vicinity of this appliance and
always ensure that any fuel containers or cylinders nearby are sealed or shut off to prevent escaping vapour.
• This appliance is designed and approved for use with LPG / Propane Gas Only. (Cylinder and gas sold separately)
• This appliance is NOT approved for use with Natural Gas. Do Not attempt to convert this appliance to Natural Gas.
Converting this appliance to Natural Gas is dangerous. Unauthorised conversion of this appliance will void the
manufacturer’s warranty.
• DO NOT place any article on or against this appliance. NEVER hang clothes or ammable items over or on this appliance.
• Children & adults must be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures and risk of burns and igniting of clothing.
• Children should be carefully supervised when they are in the area of the appliance.
• DO NOT operate this appliance unless it is fully assembled.
• This appliance must be maintained and serviced in accordance with the instructions and recommended service intervals
supplied in this instruction manual. Any repairs should be undertaken by a qualied service technician.
• This appliance should be inspected and serviced at least every 3 years by a qualied service technician.
• It is important that all control compartments, burners and circulating air passages of the appliance be kept clean for
continued safe operation.
• Only use the regulator and hose assembly provided with this appliance. Use only genuine replacement parts.
All replacement parts used must be of the same specication as originally supplied with this appliance.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
• Ensure this appliance is placed on a rm, level surface.
• Do Not use the appliance if it has been exposed to rain or water. Always allow appliance to dry before operating.
• Check the weather forecast before using this appliance. Don’t use your appliance during high winds. Avoid installing or
operating this appliance, where a direct draft may affect or fan the ames.
• Make sure that the re is completely extinguished before you leave this appliance unattended.
• Do not disassemble or modify this appliance in any manner other than as described within these instructions.
• Installation clearance requirements must be adhered to. Please read the section on installation clearances before installing
or placing this appliance.
• Do not cover or surround this appliance with insulating materials.
• The installation of this unit must adhere to local codes or AS/NZS: 5601
• Never remove or reinstall a gas cylinder from this appliance while it is in use - always turn off all valves and controls before
changing over the gas supply cylinder.
• Never use a naked ame to check for gas leaks.
• Discontinue use if any part of the gas cylinder is damaged. Rust and dents may be hazardous and should be inspected by a
gas supplier or cylinder inspection station.
• Do not operate unit until all parts are fully assembled.
• Do not paint or color any part of this heating unit.
• Never leave this appliance unattended while in use.
• Keep a safe distance to avoid burning skin or clothing.
• Do not sit on or rest hands or feet on this appliance.
• Never use the appliance in spaces which may contain volatile or airborne combustibles.
• If the ame goes out while burning, turn the gas valve off. Wait 5 minutes before repeating the initial lighting procedure.
Once you have a ame started, hold down the control knob for 1 minute.
• Do not spray appliance with water when it is operating. Do not operate appliance if any part has been submerged in water.
• Do not disconnect any part of this appliance while unit is in use.
• If this appliance is being stored indoors, detach the gas cylinder and store in a safe place -ensure all gas valves and controls
are turned to the off position.
• Do not install or operate this on a boat or vehicle.
• Always remove any protective cover (polyester, vinyl or other type of cover).
• Do not set the protective cover over the unit until it is turned off and completely cooled down.
• Always check for leaks if the appliance has not been used for an extended period.
• Inspect the gas hose and all connections to the gas cylinder prior to each use.
• In case of high winds, you may be required to secure this unit to the ground to prevent the unit falling over.
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OPERATING SAFETY WARNINGS
• Always follow lighting instructions carefully.
• This appliance is not intended for cooking.
• Appliance may be hot while in use, do not attempt to move it while in use.
• Always observe any local or state re warnings.
• Do Not use gasoline, petrol, ethanol, alcohol, turpentine, kerosene, lighter uids or any other liquid fuels in conjunction
with this appliance. This is dangerous and may result in an explosion.
• While this appliance is operating or hot, do not touch the main heating surface or immediate surroundings as these areas
may be hot and could cause burns.
• Do not use this appliance for any purpose other than its intended use.
• To prevent accidental re and / or smoke damage, remove all packaging before lighting or operating this appliance.
• Do not heat any unopened plastic, glass or metal containers on or in this appliance. Pressure may build up and cause the
container to burst, resulting in serious personal injury or death, property damage or damage to this appliance.
• Never move this appliance when it is operating or hot.
• Do not use this appliance while under the inuence of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs or any substance
that may impair sound judgment.
• Avoid wearing loose clothing while operating this appliance.
CHILD & PET SAFETY WARNING
• Never let children operate this appliance without close supervision. Children must be supervised while near this unit
• Never leave this appliance unattended while in use. Monitor any child or pet activities around this appliance at all times.
• Gas appliances contain hot working surfaces that, if touched, may cause skin burns or scalding.
• Never leave children or pets unattended in the vicinity of where this appliance is being used.
• Do not store items of interest to children on, around or below this appliance. Children climbing on this appliance, to reach
items, could damage this appliance or be burned or seriously injured.
• Never allow children to sit or stand on any part of this appliance.
• We recommend the use of a re screen or guard to prevent children or pets from coming into direct contact with the
surfaces of this appliance while it is in use or hot.
MAINTENANCE & REPAIR SAFETY WARNINGS
• This appliance should be inspected and cleaned regularly in accordance with the instructions supplied in this manual.
• Always check this appliance prior to each use - do not use this appliance if there is a fault.
• All installation and repair should be done by a qualied service technician.
• Unless specically recommended in this manual, do not attempt to repair or replace any part of the appliance yourself.
• Only use genuine replacement parts.
• Do not operate the product if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Call our customer service number for
information on examination or mechanical repair or adjustment of this product.
• Any guard or other protective device removed for servicing the appliance shall be replaced prior to operating the
appliance.
• It is imperative that the control compartment, burners and circulating airways of the appliance are kept clean.
IN THE EVENT OF ACCIDENTAL FIRE
• In the event of an accidental re, if safe to do so, immediately turn this appliance off at the main control and then shut off
the cylinder control valve.
• For emergency purposes, we recommend the installation of an approved re extinguisher in the vicinity of where this
appliance is installed.
UNPACKING YOUR APPLIANCE
• Due to the weight - this product may require two people to lift the components from the carton.
• Place a sheet or blanket on the ground to protect the surfaces of this appliance when unpacking and handling.
• Carefully remove all components from the carton and remove all packaging materials from the product prior to rst use.
• Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with components and hardware
contents list. If any part appears to be missing or damaged, don’t use this product and call customer service immediately.
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WHERE TO PLACE YOUR APPLIANCE
Minimum Clearances To Combustibles
Combustible materials are materials such as wood, paper plant bres
some plastics. e.g. any material that is capable of being ignited.
Above this appliance:
Minimum of 610mm to combustible materials. NOTE: DO NOT
use this appliance under any awning or pergola if there is a risk of
the structure or materials igniting or being damaged by the heat.
610 MM
Around this appliance:
Minimum of 1metre to combustible materials.
WHEN CERTAIN MATERIALS OR ITEMS ARE STORED
ABOVE, BESIDE OR UNDER THIS APPLIANCE WHILE IN
USE, THEY WILL BE SUBJECT TO RADIANT HEAT AND
COULD BE SERIOUSLY DAMAGED.
1 MTR 1 MTR
INSTALLATION GUIDELINE
Only use this appliance in an above ground open-air situation with natural ventilation, without stagnant areas, where gas
leakage and products of combustion are rapidly dispersed by wind and natural convection. Any enclosure in which the
appliance is used must comply with one of the following:
1. An enclosure with walls on all sides,
but at least one permanent opening at
ground level and no overhead cover
2. Within a partial enclosure that
includes an overhead cover and no
more than two walls
3. Within a partial enclosure that includes an overhead cover and more than two walls, the following will apply:
(i) at least 25% of the total wall area is completely open, and
(ii) at least 30% of the remaining wall area is open and unrestricted (see Example 4 & 5).
(iii) In the case of balconies, at least 20% of the total wall area shall be and remain open and unrestricted.
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