Endless Summer 62900 Owner's Manual
Owners Manual
Manuel d’utilisation
Model No. / Modèle Nº
62900
WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY
For Outdoor Use Only
(Outside any enclosure)
MISE EN GARDE
POUR VOTRE SÉCURITÉ:
Pour usage à l’extérieur
seulement
(hors de tout espace clos)
While information in this manual is based on the latest information available at the
time of publication, we reserve the right to change it at any time, without notice.
Bien que les informations contenues dans ce manuel constituent les informations
disponibles les plus récentes au moment de sa publication, nous nous réservons le
droit d’en modifier le contenu à tout moment et sans préavis.
WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Improper installation,
adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance
can cause injury or property
damage. Read the installation,
operation and maintenance
instructions thoroughly before
installing or servicing this
equipment.
MISE EN GARDE
POUR VOTRE SÉCURITÉ:
Toute installation défectueuse
ou modication incorrecte
ainsi que tout mauvais réglage
ou entretien incorrect risque
d’entraîner des blessures ou
des dégâts matériels. Lire
complètement les instructions
d’installation, d’utilisation et
d’entretien avant de procéder à
la maintenance de l’appareil ou
à son entretien.
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Contact 1-800-762-1142 for assistance.
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Do not return to place of purchase.
WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to the appliance.
2. Extinguish any open ame.
3. If odor continues, immediately
call your gas supplier.
WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY
1. Gas leaks may cause a re or
explosion which can cause
serious bodily injury or death,
or damage to property.
2. You must follow all leak
checking procedures as
outlined in step 7 before
operating this unit.
WARNING
California Proposition 65:
Chemicals known to the state of
California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive
harm are created by the
combustion of propane.
WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline
or other ammable vapors or
liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
3. Never use an open ame to
check for leaks.
DANGER
CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD
• This appliance can produce carbon
monoxide which has no odor.
• Using it in an enclosed space can kill you.
• Never use this appliance in an enclosed
space such as a camper, tent, car or
home.
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Table of Contents
Safety First! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Assembly Instructions
Hardware & Component Listing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
General Components & Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Additional Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Step 1 Attach Emitter Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Step 2 Attach Top Wire Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Step 3 Attach Dome to Emitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Step 4 Attach Dome Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Step 5 Center Lock Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Step 6 Gas Hook Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Step 7 Check for Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Step 8 Install Access Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Step 9 Securing Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Operation
Before Turning Gas Supply ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Before Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Re-Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Operation Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Product Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
The use and installation of this product must conform to local codes.
In absence of local codes, use the National Fuel and Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/
NFPA 54, Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58 or
CSA B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code.
Save these instructions
for future reference. If you
are assembling this unit for
someone else, give this
manual to him or her to
save for future reference.
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Before you do anything else,
read and understand all
precautions in Safety First!
WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY
• Purchaser assumes all risk in
the assembly and operation
of this unit. Failure to follow
this manual’s warnings and
instructions can result in
severe personal injury, death
or property damage.
• Combustion of propane
creates carbon monoxide,
which, when used in
enclosed areas, can kill you.
• Dome is extremely hot to
the touch during operation.
Never touch the dome while
the heater is operating.
Wait for unit to cool down
(approximately 45 minutes)
after use.
• Do not use in an explosive
atmosphere. Keep heater
away from areas where
ammable liquids, gasoline,
vapors, or explosives are
stored or used.
Contact 1-800-762-1142 for assistance.
Do not return to place of purchase.
Safety First!
Read and become familiar with this entire manual, especially the following
precautions.
If you are unsure of anything in these instructions, STOP and contact
1-800-762-1142 for assistance.
Caution: This appliance is for outdoor use only (outside any
enclosure). Always make sure there is fresh air ventilation.
• Use only outdoors in a well-ventilated space, never use in a building,
garage or any other enclosed area.
• Always maintain at least 36” clearance (top) and 24” clearance (side)
from combustible materials.
• Always place heater on a hard and level surface.
• Do not use if the wind velocity is greater than 10 miles per hour.
• Unit will operate at reduced efficiency below 40ºF (5ºC).
• Keep sprinklers and other water sources away from burner and controls.
• Always use extreme caution when near heater. Alert both children
and adults to the hazards of high temperatures, especially to avoid
burns or clothing catching fire.
• Young children and pets should be carefully supervised when they
are in the area of heater.
• Do not hang clothing or other flammable materials either on or near
heater.
• Any guard or other protective device removed for servicing the
heater must be replaced prior to operating the heater.
• Certain materials or items, when stored under heater, will be subjected
to radiant heat and could be seriously damaged.
• Do not alter heater in any manner.
• The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the appliance
must be used and replacements must be those specified by the
manufacturer.
• Inspect heater before each use. If a damaged part is detected, do not
operate until an original equipment replacement part has been properly
installed. Use of unauthorized parts will void warranty and create an
unsafe condition.
• Do not attempt to use this appliance without a functional factorysupplied gas regulator in place. If regulator becomes damaged, use only
a factory-supplied replacement.
• Prior to operating heater, replace any guards or protective devices
removed for servicing.
• During operation, do not touch burner assembly. The surface of heater’s
emitter can reach temperatures approaching 1600ºF.
• After shutdown, do not touch burner assembly until heater has cooled
(approximately 45 minutes after use).
Notice: This product should not be used with any fuel other than liquid
propane. Use of other fuels will detract from heaters performance and will
void your warranty.
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Caution: Liquid propane (LP) gas is flammable and hazardous if
handled improperly. Become aware of the characteristics before
using any LP product.
• LP Characteristics – Flammable, explosive under pressure, heavier than
air - settles in pools in low areas.
• In its natural state, propane has no odor. For your safety, an odorant is
added that smells like rotten cabbage.
• Contact with LP can cause freeze burns to skin.
• This heater is shipped from the factory for LP gas use only.
• Use only Department of Transportation (DOT) approved “20 lb.” LP gas
cylinders (same as those commonly used on gas grills) with Acme / Type
1 / QCC safety valves. These valves can be quickly identified because
they have external and internal threads.
• Never use an LP cylinder with a damaged body, valve, collar, or footring.
• Dented or rusted LP cylinders may be hazardous and should be
checked by your LP gas supplier.
• The cylinder supply system must be arranged for vapor withdrawl.
• The cylinder used must include a collar to protect the cylinder valve.
• When heater is not in use, turn LP cylinder OFF.
• Always perform a leak test on gas connections whenever a cylinder
is connected. Never use a flame to test for leaks. Do not smoke while
performing a leak test.
Caution: It is essential to keep the heater’s valve compartment,
burners, and circulating air passages clean.
• Spiders and insects can create a dangerous condition that may damage
heater or make it unsafe. Keep burner area clean of all spiders, webs, or
insects.
• Inspect heater before each use.
• Have heater inspected annually and repairs should be made by a
qualified service person.
• More frequent cleaning may be required as necessary. It is imperative
that control compartment, burners and circulating air passageways of
the heater be kept clean.
• Check heater immediately if any of the following conditions exist:
• The smell of gas in conjunction with extreme yellow tipping of burner
flames.
• Heater does not reach proper temperature.
Note: At temperatures less than 40ºF, heat output will be reduced.
• Heater’s glow is excessively uneven
• Burner makes popping noises during use.
Note: A slight pop is normal when burner is extinguished.
• Carbon deposits may create a fire hazard. Keep dome and emitter clean
at all times.
• Do not clean heater with combustible or corrosive cleaners. Use warm,
soapy water.
• Do not paint engine, engine access panel or dome.
“20 lb.” LP Cylinder
Valve
18”-19”
Collar
Body
Foot
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
Beware of Spiders
Spiders or small insects can get
into the burner tube or other
openings of your heater, and
spin webs or build nests. These
obstructions can lead to gas
ow problems. It is important
to make frequent inspections of
these areas and clean them when
necessary.
Before operating your heater for
the rst time, be sure to check
for obstructions that may have
occurred during shipment.
Need a cylinder or gas?
Try Blue Rhino cylinder exchange service.
It’s easy, fast, safe, and available at tens
of thousands of conveniently located retail
outlets nationwide. You can purchase a
new full cylinder or exchange your empty
for a precision filled one.
For your nearest Blue Rhino retailer visit
www.bluerhino.com.
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Components
Part Re-order
Name Number
Finial . . . . . . . . . 56-01-001
Dome Cap . . . . . 56-01-002
Dome . . . . . . . . . 56-01-003
Top Wire Guard . 56-01-004
Emitter Assembly 56-01-005
Bottom Wire Guard . . . . . . .
56-01-006
Post . . . . . . . . . . 56-01-009
Shroud Cover . . 56-01-012
ODS (Oxygen Depletion
Shutdown Sensor)56-01-007
Hardware
Used in
Picture Qty Description Step(s)
4 Medium Screw 1
12-24 x 5/16” Stainless
Steel Philips Head Screw
56-01-045
3 Nut 3
1/4-20 Stainless Steel
Hex Nut
56-01-046
Nozzle . . . . . . . . 56-01-017
Valve . . . . . . . . . 56-01-018
Control Tilt Switch56-01-019
Control Knob . . . 56-01-020
Regulator . . . . . . 56-01-021
Housing . . . . . . . 56-01-024
Access Panel . . . 56-01-030
Plastic Ring . . . . 56-01-034
Base . . . . . . . . . 56-01-037
Weight Plate . . . 56-01-041
Extension Hose . 56-01-043
Lock-Up Mount
Bracket . . . . . . . 56-01-044
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