GAS REQUIREMENTS
Use propane, butane or LGP only. See rating label on the appliance.
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The appliance requires approved gas hose in <150 cm length and a gas
regulator. The hose and regulator assembly must conform to local standard
codes.
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Regulator maximum inlet pressure must not exceed 690 kPa
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Gas connection 1/4'' LH. To be used with 700 mbar regulator
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Gas connection 3/8 LH. To be used with 0-2 bar regulator
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The installation must conform to local codes, or in the absence of local codes,
to the standard for the storage and handling of liquid petroleum gases.
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A dented, rusted or damaged gas cylinder may be hazardous and should be
checked by an authorized dedicated gas specialist,
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Never use a gas cylinder with a damaged valve connection.
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The gas cylinder must be arranged to provide for vapor withdrawal from the
operating cylinder.
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Never twist the flexible tubes and hoses.
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Never connect an unregulated gas cylinder to the heater.
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Disconnect the gas cylinder when the heater is not use.
LEAK TESTING
Gas connections on the heater are leak tested at the factory prior to ship-
ment. A complete gas tightness check must be performed at the installation
site due to possible mishandling in shipment and/or installation or because
of excessive pressure being applied to the heater. The heater must be chec-
ked with a full cylinder.
1. Make sure the safety control valve is in the OFF position.
2. Make a soapy water solution of one part liquid detergent and one part
water. The soapy water solution can be applied with a spray bottle, brush or
rag to all gas connections. Soap bubbles will appear in case of a Ieak.
WARNING: Never leak test while smoking!
WARNING: In the event of gas leakage, the appliance shall not be used or if
alight, the gas supply shall be shut off and the appliance shall be investiga-
ted and rectified before it is used again.
3. Turn the gas supply ON. And check all the connections with the soapy
water solution. No bubbles may appear!
4. In case of a leak, turn off the gas supply. Tighten any leaking fittings, then
turn the gas supply ON and recheck. Contact your dealer or gas supplier for
assistance if bubbles continue to appear.
Note:
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The gas hose is NOT included with the heater
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The gas regulator is not included with the heater
Connect the regulator to the gas cylinder (not included) according to the
mounting instruction as supplied together with the gas regulator and/or the
gas cilinder
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