Texsport Double Mantle Propane Lantern Operating Manual

Operating Manual #14202

Double Mantle Propane Lantern

KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

IMPORTANT

Read this manual carefully before assembling, using or servicing this lantern.

Keep this manual for future reference.

FOR YOUR SAFETY - IF YOU SMELL GAS

• Do not attempt to light the appliance.

• Extinguish any open flame.

• Disconnect from fuel supply.

• If smell persists leave the area.

! DANGER !

• 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 camper, tent, car or home.

CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD

! WARNING !

Misuse of this lantern can lead to fire, explosion and serious

Personal injury to you or others. Follow all instructions provided.

CONTACT INFORMATION

If you should have any questions, problems or comments, please call our

This Department is open from 8 AM–5 PM CST. M–F. www.texsport.com.

Customer Service Department at 1-800-231-1402.

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1. Hood

2. Glass globe

3. Handle

DANGER

NEVER USE THIS

APPLIANCE IN AN ENCLOSED

SPACE SUCH AS CAMPER, TENT,

CAR OR HOME.

USING IT IN AN ENCLOSED

SPACE CAN KILL YOU.

USE OUTDOORS

ONLY!

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4. Fuel valve knob

5. Valve Adapter

6. Burner tube assembly

7. Mantles

8. Burner base

9. Fuel jet

10. Plastic base

11. Disposable propane
cylinder (not included)

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Thank you for buying a Texsport Authentic Adventure Gear product. We hope you enjoy your new
propane appliance and that it will serve you for many years to come. We encourage you to read and
understand each step of the set-up and safety operation instructions prior to working with this propane
appliance.

FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

• NEVER use in an enclosed area.

• DO NOT use lantern while sleeping.

• Always use lantern in the upright position.

• Always use handle to move lantern.

• DO NOT expose the propane cylinder to excessive heat.

• Always return handle to “down” position after lighting or moving. If handle is left in the “up” position
during operation it will become very hot and should not be touched for at least 15 minutes after shut off.

• Never operate lantern with missing or damaged parts or mantles.

• Always inspect lantern, propane cylinder and connections for damage, debris or dirt before attaching
the lantern to the propane cylinder.

• DO NOT USE AS A SPACE HEATER.

• Always attach/detach propane cylinder outdoors away from any open flame or pilot lights and only
when the lantern is cool.

• When storing or transporting lantern, always disconnect the propane cylinder and store it in a cool,
well ventilated location, in an upright position.

• Be sure connection to propane cylinder is tightly secure (hand tighten only) prior to each use.

• Never operate the lantern near any flammable liquid or vapors. Keep all flammable or combustible
materials beyond the clearance zone as indicated on the back panel of this booklet.

• Discontinue operation and close valve if:
– ambient temperature drops below -10˚ F.
– there is no fuel remaining in the propane cylinder
– combustion becomes unstable
– lighting cannot be performed quickly and easily
– you experience repeated flame outs

• Never leave lantern unattended when hot or in use.

• KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

LANTERN ASSEMBLY – ASSEMBLE OUTDOORS

Step 1 ����Unpack lantern� Dispose of all packing material� Carefully

compare contents to Illustration 1�

Step 2 ����Unfold paddle feet for additional stability� Illustration 2�

Place the 16�4 oz/465 g disposable propane cylinder, ap­proved for use by the United States Department of Trans­portation DOT-NRC 232/290 M1110, propane cylinder
into the plastic base�

Step 3 ����Turn fuel valve to OFF position by twisting clockwise fully�

llustration 3�

Step 4 ����Make sure valve adapter rubber seal is clean and undam-

aged� Be certain the POL adapter is undamaged and in
it’s proper centered position�

Step 5 ����Remove the protective cap from the propane cylinder�

Keep this cap for use when storing the cylinder for future
use�

Step 6 ����Carefully screw the propane cylinder onto the lantern� DO

NOT cross thread� Hand Tighten Only – DO NOT use any
tools� Illustration 4�

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Illustration 1

Illustration 2