Gas Leaks; Safety Tips - Qlima GH 438 B Manuel D'utilisation

• Do not press the ignition button for more than 40 seconds.

GAS LEAKS

If you think there may be a gas leak, please follow this procedure:
• Close the gas container valve. (follow the user instructions for the regulator);
• Extinguish all open flames, for instance stoves;
• Open windows in order to increase airflow circulation;
• Turn off electrical devices, for instance lamps;
• Prepare a bucket of soapy water;
• Open the gas container (follow the user instructions for the regulator);
• Brush the soapy water on all fittings and connections of the gas circuit;
• If there is a gas leak, bubbles will rise up from the location of the leak;
• If a leak is found, close the gas container (follow the user instructions for the regulator).
• Tighten the fitting and the metal rings of the connection;
• Open the gas container (follow the user instructions for the regulator) and repeat the
procedure again.
If there is still a gas leak contact a professional and qualified engineer for help

SAFETY TIPS

• Always place the heater facing the center of the room.
• Do never move the heater when it is burning.
• Prevent people, especially young children and elderly people from touching very
hot surfaces.
• Never dry clothes at the top of the metal guard grill
• Keep all flammable materials at least one meter away from the heater.
• Never use a gas heater in a bathroom, bedroom. mobile home, high rise buildings
or caravan. Toxic gases may cause serious health problems in these situations.
• Never use or store solvents and pressure pack cans near a gas heater, even if the
heater is turned off.
• Never dispose of rubbish such as cigarette butts in a gas fire -this can affect
combustion and produce dangerous pollutants.
• Make sure rooms containing gas heater are well ventilated.
• Keep areas around the heater free of papers, trash, and any other combustible
items
• Place the heater on a level, hard, nonflammable surface; do not place on rugs,
carpets or socket, near bedding or drapes, or on tables or countertops.
• Turn the heater off if you leave the area, and never leave a heater on while
sleeping or if you leave home.
• Always use specified or standard wire, plug and socket, always protect them from
moisture or water.
• Always turn off gas valve and remove the plug after use.
• Always make sure that you actually see the appliance when you want to switch
it on. Never use things like a timer, programmer or any other device (including
Internet apps) that switches on the appliance automatically as this may cause
fire!
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