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, CARBON
MONOXIDE POISONING AND / OR ELECTRIC SHOCK.
ONLY PERSONS WHO CAN UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD USE
OR SERVICE THIS HEATER.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR HEATER INFORMATION SUCH AS AN INSTRUCTIONS
MANUAL, LABEL, ETC. CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER.
WARNING
CARDBOARD, A SAFE DISTANCE AWAY FROM THE HEATER AS RECOMMENDED BY
THESE INSTRUCTIONS. NEVER USE THE HEATER IN SPACES WHICH DO OR MAY
CONTAIN VOLATILE OR AIRBORNE COMBUSTIBLES, OR PRODUCTS SUCH AS GASOLINE,
SOLVENTS, PAINT THINNERS, DUST PARTICLES OR UNKNOWN CHEMICALS.
in enclosed spaces such as a tent, a camper, any vehicle or recreational vehicle (RV), enclosed
shelter, or any other enclosed areas.
DANGER
DANGER
NOT FOR HOME OR RECREATIONAL VEHICLE USE.
Carbon Monoxide Hazard This heater produces carbon monoxide, which has no
odor. Burning the heater in an enclosed space can kill you. Never use the heater
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Not for use in residential living areas or in non-adequately ventilated enclosed
spaces. Never bring or store a propane cylinder indoors.
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WARNING
Failure to comply with the precautions and instructions provided with this heater can result in
death, serious bodily injury, property loss or damage from the hazards of fire, explosions, burns,
asphyxiation or carbon monoxide poisoning. Only persons who can read and understand these
instructions should use or service this heater.
VENTILATION on Page 9.
Wash hands after handling.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS HEATER UNTIL YOU HAVE READ AND THOROUGHLY
UNDERSTAND THESE SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
This is an unvented portable heater. It uses air (oxygen) from the area in which
it is used. Adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided. Refer to
EXTREMELY HOT DURING OPERATION! Do Not touch any metal components
while in operation. Keep gasoline and any other flammable liquids away from hater.
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS: This product contains chemicals, including lead,
known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
The products described in this manual are
propane direct-red, forced air heaters. Propane
forced air heaters are primarily intended for
use for temporary heating of buildings under
construction, alteration or repair. Direct-red
means that all of the combustion products of the
heater enter the heated space. This appliance
is rated at 98% combustion efciency, but does
produce small amounts of carbon monoxide.
Carbon monoxide is toxic. Humans can tolerate
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
MAY LEAD TO DEATH!
only small amounts of carbon monoxide and so
precautions should be taken to provide proper
ventilation. Failure to provide proper ventilation
in accordance with the instructions in this manual
can result in death.
People with breathing problems should consult a
physician before using this heater.
Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning
resemble the u. Symptoms of improper
ventilation / carbon monoxide poisoning are:
Headache • Dizziness • Nausea
Sore Throat
If you experience any of these symptoms:
GET FRESH AIR AT ONCE! Have your heater
serviced and check for proper ventilation. Some
people are more affected by carbon monoxide
than others. These include: pregnant women,
those with heart or lung problems, anemia or those
under the influence of alcohol or at high altitudes.
FOR OUTDOOR USE. INDOOR USE
PERMITTED ONLY FOR: The temporary
heating of adequately ventilated buildings or
structures under construction, alteration or
repair! Provide at least a three square foot
(2,800 sq cm) opening of outside air for
every 100,000 Btu / Hr heater rating. Refer to
“Ventilation” on page 8 for further instructions.
• Burning of Nose and Eyes
• Dry Mouth
PROPANE IS AN
EXPLOSIVE GAS.
WHAT TO DO IF THE SMELL OF GAS IS PRESENT:
–DO NOT attempt to light the heater.
–Extinguish any open ame.
–Shut off gas to heater.
–If odor continues, contact your local gas
supplier or re department.
–DO NOT touch or use any electric switch or
any electric device that can cause a spark.
–Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbors phone. Follow the gas suppliers
instructions.
–If you can not reach your gas supplier, call
the re department.
–Service must be done by a qualied
service agency.
RISK OF BURNS, FIRE AND
EXPLOSION!
NEVER store or use gasoline or other ammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this heater.
NEVER store
connected to this heater in the vicinity of this heater.
NEVER
NEVER
ventilation air.
NEVER use duct work in front or rear of heater.
NEVER modify this heater or operate a heater that
has been modified.
NEVER service, move or handle heater while still
KEEP CHILDREN, ANIMALS, CLOTHING AND
COMBUSTIBLES AWAY FROM HEATER.
hot or operating
Keep all combustible materials away from this heater.
–ALWAYS install the heater so that it is not directly
exposed to water spray, rain, dripping water, or
wind.
–Use heater in accordance with all local codes
and with CSA 5.90 U.S. (5th Ed.) Infrared
Patio Heater.
For use with propane (LP)
gas only.
–This heater is shipped from the factory
for use with propane (LP) gas only. Do not
convert to any other gas. Installation must
conform to local codes, or in their absence,
with the standard for the Storage and
Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases ANSI/
NFPA 58 and the Natural Gas and Propane
Installation Code CSA B149.1.
–Gas supply connections should be checked
by using a 50/50 soap and water solution.
Never use a ame to check for gas leaks.
–Use only the regulator and hose assembly
provided with this heater. Inspect the
regulator/hose assembly prior to each use of
the heater. If there is excessive abrasion or
wear, or if the hose is cut, replace it with the
proper assembly shown in the parts list, prior
to using the heater.
–This heater is not for use on nished oors.
Minimum and Maximum Inlet
Pressure
Model18-PCH-A
Min.5 PSI
Max.Bottle Pressure
WARNING
The hose assembly shall be
pro tected from traffic, building
material and contact with hot surfaces both
during use and while in storage.
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE! ALWAYS LOCATE HEATER ON A STABLE AND LEVEL SURFACE!
Unpacking
1. Remove all packing items applied to heater
for shipment. Keep plastic cover caps
attached to inlet connector and hose /
regulator assembly for storage.