Clatronic THS 3550 Bedienungsanleitung Seite 44

Unpacking the device
WARNING:
• For the safety of your children, keep any packing parts (plastic bags, cartilage, Styrofoam etc.) out of their reach.
• Don't let small children play with foils for danger of suffocation!
Connecting the gas system
WARNING: RISK OF FIRE AND EXPLOSION
• The patio heater may only be operated with a low pressure regulator. The enclosed pressure regulator has been correctly set in the factory for operation
with liquid petroleum gas (LPG). In addition, read and follow the separate assembly and usage instructions which accompany the pressure regulator.
• If necessary, the gas hose has to be exchanged if there are corresponding national requirements.
• Make sure that there are no sources of naked flames (or similar) in the vicinity when you change the gas cylinder.
• When buying or renting the gas cylinder, let the store advise you.
• The appliance must be connected in the way that is described in these instructions.
• Make sure that the gas hose is not buckled or worn.
• After assembling the gas system, check all of the connections for tightness with a standard leak detection spray or soapy water. It is strictly prohibited to
test the seal with a naked flame!
Operating the patio heater
WARNING: RISK OF FIRE AND EXPLOSIONS
• Do not smoke when handling the gas system. Do not place the gas cylinder in the vicinity of a naked flame.
• Danger: Gas may accumulate in enclosed rooms and may result in suffocation or explosion.
• Only use the patio heater outdoors.
• Please note: The patio heater is sensitive to wind. In case of high winds, special measures must be taken to prevent the appliance from tipping over.
• Protect the patio heater from rain, moisture, splashing water, etc.
• Set the patio heater onto an even, sturdy, and fire-resistant surface.
• Always keep the ventilation openings clear on the cylinder compartment and on the burner.
• Protect the gas cylinder from direct sunlight.
• Before operating the appliance, always check the hose and the pressure regulator for cracks and damage.
• Do not operate the patio heater if the pressure regulator, hose, or gas cylinder is defective or is leaking.
• Do not ignite the gas flame with a naked flame. To ignite, use the electrical ignition that is installed in the appliance.
• Only ignite the pilot light manually in exceptional cases. Have the ignition system repaired or replaced by a specialist immediately.
• As a safeguard against inadvertently leaking gas, the cylinder valve on the gas cylinder should only be opened, when the patio heater is in operation.
Immediately turn off the cylinder valve again each time the patio heater is turned off.
• Whilst operating the appliance, make sure that you maintain a safe distance from combustible and heat sensitive materials. The distance should not be
less than 1 m.
• Ensure that no objects or parts of buildings are located above the patio heater.
• The surfaces of the patio heater get very hot during operation. Warn people who are standing around and keep well away from children.
• Do not leave the patio heater unattended during operation.
• In the case of a fault, shut the valve of the gas cylinder.
• Prior to changing the location, the patio heater must always be turned off, the valve of the gas cylinder must be turned off, and the gas cylinder must be
removed from the bottom part of the grill for the protec-tion of the pressure regulator and the hose line.
Maintaining the patio space heater
WARNING: RISK OF FIRE AND EXPLOSION
• Repairs and servicing of the gas system should only be carried out by authorised experts. Do not perform any changes on the patio heater and on the
pressure regulator.
• Replace the pressure regulator after at least 2 years and the hose after 5 years, even if there are no visible external signs of damage. Make sure that
the pressure regulator is approved for the gas that is used and is set to the correct output pressure (see Technical data). A new hose should not be
longer than 1.5 m.
• Together with oil, gas forms an explosive mixture. Never attempt to free stiff valves and control knobs with oil or penetrating oil.
Action when fighting fires
• Move persons who are standing around to a safe place! If possible, close the valve of the gas cylinder. Cool the gas cylinder with water. At the same time,
ensure your own safety! Spontaneous and explosive re-ignition is possible.
• Only extinguish leaking, burning gas if you cannot stop gas from escaping. All extinguishers can be used.
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