PATIO HEATER Owner’s Manual MODEL: HSS-NG-SS IMPORTANT Read this manual carefully before assembling, using or servicing this heater. Keep this manual for future reference. R R ANSI Z83.26-2007/CSA 2.
Contents DANGER General Safety Information....................................... 1 Assembly Instructions DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Components & Hardware........................................ 3 Additional Requirements ........................................ WARNING 3 WARNING indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
DANGER DANGER • EXPLOSION - FIRE HAZARD • Keep solid combustibles, such as building materials, paper or cardboard, a safe distance away from the heater as recommended by the instructions. • Provide adequate clearances around air openings into the combustion 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.
WARNING • This product is fueled by propane gas. Propane gas is invisible, odorless, and flammable. An odorant is normally added to help detect leaks and can be described as a Assembly Instructions Components Remove all components from package. “rotten egg” smell. The odorant can fade over time so Reflector Panel(3) leaking gas is not always detectable by smell alone. Reflector Plate • Propane gas is heavier than air and leaking propane will sink to the lowest level possible.
WARNING California Proposition 65 Combustion by products produced when using this product contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. Used in Hardware Picture Step(s) Qty Description 3 Ground Fixer 1 6 Small Bolt 1 6 Small Flat Washer 1 6 Nut 1 4 Medium Bolt 2 4 Large Flange Nut 3 9 Small Screw 6 Washer Small Flat 9 Washer To protect heater from strong wind, anchor the base securely to the ground with screws.
Fully tighten all of the screws. .. Step 4 – Attach Reflector Studs to Screen Cover Insert 3 Reflector Studs & 3 Flat Washers. Tighten studs securely. 3 Req’d Reflector Studs 3 Req’d Large Flat Washers Step 3 – Attach Post to Post Attach lower post and upper post to the each end of middle post.Using 4 screws to fasten them. 4 Req’d Small Screw . Step 5 – Attach Head Assembly to Post Screw off 4 small bolts. 4 Req’d Small Bolts Head Assembly Hose is not included in the product.
.. . Load Head Assembly by inserting hose into post. Insert Head Assembly into post. 9 Req’d Small Screw s Control knob should be above decal on post. . 9 Req’d Small Flat Washers . . 9 Req’d Cap Nuts Slide one Small Flat Washer over threaded end of screw and screw on Cap Nut loosely. Attach Head Assembly to post, and loosely install four small bolts. Tighten bolts securely. . . Step 6 – Install Reflector WARNING Remove protective cover before assemble.
.. Step 7 – Attach Reflector Assembly to Studs Support Heater. Slide 3 Large Flat Washers over threaded end of Studs. 6 Req’d Large Flat Washers . Step 8 – Connect Hose You must provide natural gas . Use this heater only with a natural gas vapor withdrawal supply system. 3 Req’d Wing Nuts A minimum supply pressure of 0.12 p.s.i. is required for the purpose of input adjustment for natural gas.ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.
Leak Check Operation WARNING DANGER • Perform all leak tests outdoors. • Extinguish all open flames. • CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD • NEVER leak test when smoking. • Do not use the heater until all connections have been leak • For outdoor use only. Never use inside house, or other tested and do not leak. unventilated or enclosed areas. This heater consumes air (oxygen). Do not use in unventilated or enclosed areas to avoid endangering your life.
. . .. .. 3) Before Turning Gas Supply ON: Your heater was designed and approved for outdoor use only. Do NOT use it inside a building, garage, or any other enclosed area. 4) Make sure surrounding areas are free of combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors or liquids. 5) 6) Ensure that there is no obstruction to air ventilation. Be sure all gas connections are tight and there are no leaks. Be sure the cylinder cover is clear of debris.
If you experience any ignition problem please consult “Troubleshooting” on page 11. Caution: Avoid inhaling fumes emitted from the heater’s first use. Smoke and odor from the burning of oils used in manufacturing will appear. Both smoke and odor will dissipate after approximately 30 minutes. The heater should NOT produce thick black smoke. Note: The burner may be noisy when initially turned on. To . . . Shut Down: Turn Control Knob clockwise to Pilot.
Troubleshooting If the problem is: And this condition exists: Then do this Cylinder valve is closed Open valve Blockage in orifice or pilot tube Clean or replace orifice or pilot tube Open gas line and bleed it (pressing control Pilot won’t light Air in gas line knob in) for not more than 1 - 2 minutes or until you smell gas Low gas pressure with cylinder valve Note: Heater operates at reduced efficiency below 40ºF fully open Clean dirt from around pilot Connection between gas valve and Ti
.. .. . . Gas odor with extreme yellow tipping of flame. Heater does NOT reach the desired temperature. Heater glow is excessively uneven. Heater makes popping noises. . . Store heater upright in an area sheltered from direct contact with inclement weather (such as rain, sleet, hail, snow, dust and debris). If desired, cover heater to protect exterior surfaces and to help prevent build up in air passages. Note: Wait until heater is cool before covering.
