Garden Sun Heater HSS-A-SS User Manual [en, es]

Owner’s
Manual

MODEL: HSS-A-SS

IMPORTANT

Read this manual carefully before

assembling, using or servicing this

PATIO HEATER

ANSI Z83.26-2007/CSA 2.37-2007 Gas-Fired Outdoor Infrared Patio Heaters

heater. Keep this manual for future

reference.

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Contents

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General Safety Information....................................... 1

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Components & Hardware.......................................

Additional Requirements ........................................ 3

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Step 1 –Attach Support Brackets to Base..............

Step 2 – Attach Pole to Support Brackets............... 5

Step 3 – Load Cylinder Housing onto Pole............. 5

Step 4 – Attach Reflector Studs to Screen Cover... 5

Step 5 – Attach Head Assembly to Pole.................

Step 6 – Install Reflector.........................................

Step 7 – Attach Reflector Assembly to Studs.........

Step 8 – Connect Hose & Regulator to Cylinder...... 7

Leak Check............................................................. 8

Operation................................................................ 9

Troubleshooting...................................................... 11

Maintenance........................................................... 11

Storage...................................................................

Service.................................................................... 12

Warranty ................................................................

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General Safety Information

This manual contains important information about the
assembly, operation and maintenance of this patio heater.
General safety information is presented in these first few
pages and is also located throughout the manual.

Keep this manual for future reference and to educate
new users of this product. This manual should be read in
conjunction with the labeling on the product.

Safety precautions are essential when any mechanical
or propane fueled equipment is involved. These
precautions are necessary when using, storing, and
servicing. Using this equipment with the respect and
caution demanded will reduce the possibilities of personal
injury or property damage.
The following symbols shown below are used extensively
throughout this manual. Always heed these precautions,
as they are essential when using any mechanical or
fueled equipment.

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

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WARNING

WARNING indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

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CAUTION indicates an imminently hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate personal injury,
or property damage.

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If you smell gas:

1. Shut off gas to the appliance.

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3. If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and
immediately call you gas supplier or fire department.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
An LP-cylinder not connected for use shall not be
stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

WARNING:

DANGER

CAUTION

DANGER

FOR YOUR SAFETY

WARNING

For Outdoor Use Only

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 or home.

WARNING

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance
can cause property damage, injury or death. Read the installation,
operation and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing
or servicing this equipment.

DANGER

Failure to comply with the precautions and instructions
provided with this heater can result in death, serious bodily injury
and property loss or damage from hazards of fire,explosion,
burn, asphyxiation, and/or carbon monoxide poisoning.
Only persons who can understand and follow the instructions
should use or service this heater.

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DANGER

• EXPLOSION - FIRE HAZARD

• Keep solid combustibles, such as building materials,
paper or cardboard, a safe distance away from the heater
as recommended by the instructions.

• Provide adequate clearances around air openings into
the combustion chamber.

• Never use the heater in spaces which do or may contain
volatile or airborne combustibles, or products such as
gasoline, solvents, paint thinner, dust particles or unknown
chemicals.

• During operation, this product can be a source of
ignition. Keep heater area clear and free from combustible
materials, gasoline, paint thinner, cleaning solvents and
other flammable vapors and liquids. Do not use heater in
areas with high dust content. Minimum heater clearances
from combustible materials: 36” from the sides & 36” from
the top.

DANGER

• CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD

• This heater is a combustion appliance. All combustion
appliances produce carbon monoxide (CO) during the
combustion process. This product is designed to produce
extremely minute, non-hazardous amounts of CO if used
and maintained in accordance with all warnings and
instructions. Do not block air flow into or out of the heater.

• Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning produces flu-like
symptoms, watery eyes, headaches, dizziness, fatigue and
possibly death. You can't see it and you can't smell it. It's
an invisible killer. If these symptoms are present during
operation of this product get fresh air immediately!

• For outdoor use only .

• Never use inside house, or other unventilated or
enclosed areas.

• This heater consumes air (oxygen). Do not use in
unventilated or enclosed areas to avoid endangering
your life.

WARNING

We cannot foresee every use which may be made of our
heaters.
Check with your local fire safety authority if you have
questions about heater use.
Other standards govern the use of fuel gases and heat
producing products for specific uses. Your local authorities
can advise you about these.
If no local codes exist, follow National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI Z223.1. In Canada, installation must conform to local
codes. If no local codes exist, follow the current National
standards of CANADA CAN/CGA-B 149.2.

CAUTION

• SERVICE SAFETY

• Keep all connections and fittings clean. Make sure
propane cylinder valve outlet is clean.

• Inspect hose before use. Replace if there is evidence of
abrasion or wear.

• During set up, check all connections and fittings for leaks
using soapy water. Never use a flame.

• Use as a heating appliance only. Never alter in any way or
use with any device.

• Check entire hose at least annually.

WARNING

• BURN HAZARD

• Never leave heater unattended when hot or in use.

• Keep out of reach of children.

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WARNING

Assembly Instructions

• This product is fueled by propane gas. Propane gas is
invisible, odorless, and flammable. An odorant is normally
added to help detect leaks and can be described as a
“rotten egg” smell. The odorant can fade over time so
leaking gas is not always detectable by smell alone.

• Propane gas is heavier than air and leaking propane will
sink to the lowest level possible. It can ignite by ignition
sources including matches, lighters, sparks or open flames
ofanykindmanyfeetawayfromtheoriginalleak.Useonly
propane gas set up for vapor withdrawal.

• Propane gas should be stored or used in compliance with
local ordinances and codes or with ANSI/NFPA 58. Turn off
propane when not in use.

Components

Remove all components from package.

Reflector Panel(3)

Reflector Plate

Reflector Assembly

Reflector Stud(3)

Heater Burner
Screen

Head Assembly

Cylinder Housing

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
in 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 36” from sides & 36” 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.

Upper Pole

Lower Pole

Support Bracket(3)

Gas Hose

Regulator

Base

Ground Fixer

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WARNING

California Proposition 65
Combustion by products produced when using
this product contain chemicals known to the state
of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and
other reproductive harm.

Hardware

Picture Qty Description

Ground Fixer

Used in

Step(s)

Additional Requirements

The following items are not included, but are necessary for
the proper assembly of your heater. Do NOT attempt to
assemble without proper tools.

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Philips screwdriver w/ medium blade.

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Adjustable opening wrench.

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Leak Detection Solution(Instructions on how to make
solution are included in step )

Note: You must follow all steps to properly assemble
heater.

For additional assistance or service,

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please call: 888-775-1330.

Installation process

6 Small Bolt

Small Flat

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6

3

6

6

2 3/16” Screw

4 Small Bolt

9 Small Screw 6

9

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9 Cap Nut 6

3Wing Nut 7

Washer

Nut

Medium Bolt 1

Large Bolt

Small Flange

Nut

Large Flat

Washer

Small Flat

Washer

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Step 1 – Attach Support Brackets to Base
To protect heater from strong wind, anchor

the base securely to the ground
with screws.

Reverse the base, fix the ground
fixer to the base with bolts and
washers like picture shows.

Secure the ground fixer with nuts.

Fix another two ground fixer with bolts and nuts,
and reverse the base.

.Attach three Support Brackets loosely to Base with

three medium bolts downward through Support
Brackets into the Base.

3 Req’d Medium Bolts

3 Reflector Stud 4

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Step 2 – Attach Pole to Support Brackets

Put the upper pole onto the lower pole, using 2pcs

3/16” screws to firmly secure 2pcs pole.The warning

label on the upper pole should be on the same side as

the flat plate of the lower pole.

Step 3 – Load Cylinder Housing onto Pole

.Load Cylinder Housing onto Pole.

.Slide Cylinder Housing down.

Install Pole onto three Support Brackets.
Attach Pole to Support Brackets using six large bolts
& six flange nuts.

6 Req’d Large Bolts

Fully tighten all of the screws.

6 Req’d Small Flange Nut

Step 4 – Attach Reflector Studs to Screen Cover

.Insert 3 Reflector Studs & 3 Flat Washers.

.Tighten studs securely.

3 Req’d Reflector Studs

Step 5 – Attach Head Assembly to Pole

3 Req’d Large Flat Washers

.Screw off 4 small bolts.

4 Req’d Small Bolts

Head Assembly

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.Load Head Assembly by inserting hose into pole.

.Insert Head Assembly into pole.

.Control knob should be above decal on pole.

9 Req’d Small Screw s

.Attach Head Assembly to pole, and loosely install four

small bolts.

.Tighten bolts securely.

Step 6 – Install Reflector

WARNING

Remove protective cover before assemble.

9 Req’d Small Flat Washers

9 Req’d Cap Nuts

.Slide one Small Flat Washer over threaded end of

screw and screw on Cap Nut loosely.

.Slide Reflector Plate

onto Reflector Panels.

.Insert one Small

Screw.

.Slide one Small Flat

Washer over threaded
end of screw and
screw on Cap Nut
loosely.

Note: If necessary for proper alignment of reflector
sections, loose each screw prior to further assembly and
retighten after sections are aligned.

.Slide two Reflector

Panels together.

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.Insert one Small

Screw.

.Repeat procedure to complete the assembly of all four

sections.

.Fully tighten all of the screws in the rolled edge.

Step 7 – Attach Reflector Assembly to Studs

.Support Heater.

.Slide 3 Large Flat Washers over threaded end of

Studs.

6 Req’d Large Flat Washers

3 Req’d Wing Nuts

.Locate Reflector Assembly on 3 studs.

.Install large flat washers on studs & securely tighten

wing nuts but do not over-tighten!

The minimum permissible gas supply pressure of 10 W.C.
is required for purpose of input adjustment.

The minimum hourly of 17000 Btu is required input rating for a
heater for automatic operation at ratings less than full input rating.

The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the
appliance must be used.

The installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence
of local codes,with National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54,
Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1, or Propane
Storage and Handling Code, B149.2.

A dented, rusted or damaged propane cylinder may be hazardous
and should be checked by your cylinder supplier. Never use a
propane cylinder with a damaged valve connection.

The propane cylinder must be constructed and marked in
accordance with the specifications for LP gas cylinders of the
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT).
or the Standard for Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for
Transportation of Dangerous Goods and Commission,
CAN/CSA-B339.

Provided with a listed overfilling prevention device.
Provided with a cylinder connection device compatible with the

connection for the appliance.

The cylinder used must include a collar to protect the cylinder valve.

Never connect an unregulated propane cylinder to the heater.

Lift Cylinder Housing.
Screw regulator onto gas hose. Do not cross-thread.

Step 8 – Connect Hose & Regulator to Cylinder

You must provide propane gas and propane cylinder .
Use a standard 20 lb. propane
cylinder only.

Use this heater only with a
propane vapor withdrawal
supply system.See
Chapter 5 of the Standard
for Storage and Handling
of Liquefied Petroleum
Gas, ANSI/NFPA 58.Your
local library or fire
department should have

this book.

A minimum supply pressure
of 0.4 p.s.i. is r equire d fo r
the purpose of input
adjustment for propane
gas.Storage of an appliance indoors is permissible only
if the cylinder is disconnected and removed from the
appliance. A cylinder must be stored outdoors in a
well-ventilated area out of the reach of children. A
disconnected cylinder must have dust caps tightly
installed and must not be stored in a building, garage
or any other enclosed area.

Standard 20 lb. tank

Tighten securely.

Attach regulator to cylinder.
Complete attachment.

Install cylinder.

(a) Do not store a spare LP-gas cylinder under or near this appliance;
(b) Never fill the cylinder beyond 80 percent full;
(c) “Place the dust cap on the cylinder valve outlet whenever the
cylinder is not in use. Only install the type of dust cape on the
cylinder valve that provided with the cylinder valve. Other type of
caps or plugs may result in leakage of propane.”

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