Coleman 5040-761 Patio Heater User Manual


 
This manual contains important information about the assembly, opera-
tion and maintenance of this portable heater. General safety information is
presented in these first few pages and is also located throughout the man-
ual. Particular attention should be paid to information accompanied by the
safety alert symbols: “ DANGER”, “ WARNING”, “ CAUTION”.
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, stor-
ing, 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.
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Contents
General Safety Information
Assembly
Leak Check
Mantles
Operation
Shut Down Procedure
Storage
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Service
Warranty
Parts List
General Safety Information continued.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate personal injury, or property
damage
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.
If you need assistance or heater information such as an instruction manual
or labels, contact the Coleman Co., Inc.
DANGER
General Safety Information
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to the appliance.
2. Extinguish open flame.
3. If odor continues, immediately call your gas
supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapor and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause injury or prop-
erty damage. Read the instructions thoroughly
before installing or servicing this equipment
WARNING
WARNING: For Outdoor Use Only
• EXPLOSION - FIRE HAZARD
• Keep solid combustibles, such as building materials, paper or card-
board, a safe distance away from the heater as recommended by the
instructions.
• Provide adequate clearances around air openings into the combus-
tion 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 clear-
ances from combustible materials: three (3) feet from the sides & two
(2) feet from the top.
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.
DANGER