Owner's Manual

SCHEU PRODUCTS COMPANY, INCORPORATED
Mail: P.O. Box 250, Upland, CA 9l785
Plant: 8855 Baker Ave.,
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Telephone: [phone]
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MODELS 100-RA/SPC-100RA
CONSTRUCTION HEATER
YOUR SAFETY IS IMPORTANT TO YOU AND TO
OTHERS, SO PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS HEATER.
GENERAL HAZARD WARNING:
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
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 INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL, LABELS, ETC.
CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER.
WARNING: FIRE, BURN, INHALATION,
AND EXPLOSION HAZARD. KEEP SOLID
COMBUSTIBLES, SUCH AS BUILDING MATERIALS,
PAPER OR CARDBOARD, A SAFE DISTANCE AWAY
FROM THE HEATER AS RECOMMENDED BY THE
INSTRUCTIONS. 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.
OPERATING INFORMATION
Intended use is primarily the temporary heating of
buildings under construction, alteration or repair.
WARNING
NOT FOR HOME OR RECREATIONAL VEHICLE USE.
This is a propane, direct-fired heater.
Propane is heavier than air. If propane leaks from a
connection or fitting, it sinks to the floor, collecting there with
the surrounding air, forming a potentially explosive mixture.
Obviously, propane leaks should be avoided, so set up the
propane supply with utmost care. Leak check new
connections or reconnections with a soap and water
solution and follow all connection instructions herein. Also,
ask your propane dealer for advice on the propane supply
installation and ask him to check it if there are any
questions. Direct-Fired means that all of the combustion
products enter the heated space. Even though this heater
operates very close to 100 percent combustion efficiency, it
still produces small amounts of carbon monoxide. Carbon
monoxide (called CO) is toxic.
CO can build up in a heated space and failure to provide
adequate ventilation could result in death. The symptoms of
inadequate ventilation are:
headache
dizziness
burning eyes and nose
nausea
dry mouth or sore throat
So, be sure to follow advice about ventilation in these
operating instructions.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1.Check the heater thoroughly for damage. DO NOT
operate a damaged heater.
2.DO NOT modify the heater or operate a heater which
has been modified from its original condition.
3.Use only propane gas.
4.Use only VAPOR WITHDRAWAL propane supply. If there
is any question about vapor withdrawal, ask your
propane dealer.
5.Mount the propane cylinders vertically (shutoff valve up).
Secure them from falling or being knocked over and
protect them from damage.
6.Locate propane containers at least 7 ft. from the heater
and do not direct exhaust toward containers.
7.Use only the hose and regulator assembly provided
with the heater. Inspect hose assembly before each use
of the heater. If there is excessive abrasion or wear, or
hose is cut, replace with hose assembly listed on parts
list before using heater.
8.For indoor use only. Area must be well ventilated.
Provide minimum openings of 2 sq. ft. near the floor and
2 sq. ft. near the ceiling (also see "Operating
Information").
9.If at any time gas odor is detected, IMMEDIATELY
DISCONTINUE operation until the source of gas has
been located and corrected.
10.Install the heater such that it is not directly exposed to
water spray, rain and/or dripping water or wind.
11.Maintain minimum clearance from normal combustible
material (like paper) of 6 ft. in all directions. Locate 10 ft.
from canvas or plastic tarpaulins or similar coverings
and secure them to prevent flapping or movement due
to wind action.
12.Operate only on a stable, level surface.
13.Do not use on combustible floors.
14.Caution: Do not touch heater surface during operation
or for 30 minutes after shutdown. It can cause serious
burns.
15.Do not move, handle or service while hot or burning.
16.Use only in accordance with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with the Standard for the
Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases
ANSI/NFPA 58-1998.