Heater Stand And Location; Gas Requirements; Leakage Test - Lacor 69400 Gebrauchs- Und Instandhaltungsanleitung

38.- The use of this appliance in enclosed areas can be dangerous and is "PROHIBITED".
a.- For use outdoors or in amply ventilated areas.
b.- An amply ventilated area must have a minimum of 25% of the surface area open.
c.- The surface area is the sum of the walls surface

HEATER STAND AND LOCATION

The heater is primarily for outdoor use only. Always ensure that adequate fresh air ventilation is provided.
Always maintain proper clearance to combustible materials, i.e. top 45 cm (18") and sides 70 cm (28") minimum.
Heater must be placed on level firm ground.
Never operate heater in an explosive atmosphere like areas where gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors are stored.
To protect heater from strong wind, anchor the base securely to the ground with screws.
Water tank should be full of water or sand. Otherwise heater would filt.

GAS REQUIREMENTS

Use LPG gas mixtures
Maximum inlet pressure of propane regulator must not exceed 100 PSI.
The pressure regulator and hose assembly to be used must conform to local standard codes.
The installation must conform to local codes, or in the absence of codes, with standard codes
The installation must conform to local codes, or in the absence of codes, with the standard for storage and handling of liquid petroleum
gases.
A dented, rusted or damaged propane tank may be hazardous and should be checked by your tank supplier.
Never use a propane tank with a damaged valve connection
The propane tank must be arranged to provide for vapor withdrawal from the operating cylinder.
Never connect an unregulated propane tank to the heater

LEAKAGE TEST

Gas connections on the heater are leak tested at the factory prior to shipment. A complete gas tightness check must be performed at the
installation site due to possible mishandling in shipment or excessive pressure being applied to the heater.
The heater must be checked with a full cylinder
Make sure the safety control valve is in the OFF position
Make a soap solution of one part liquid detergent and one part water.The soap solution can be applied with a spray bottle, brush or rag.
Soap bubbles will appear in case of a leak.
Leakage test points. See pictures below.
Turn the gas supply ON.
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 for
assistance if bubbles continue to appear.
Never leak test while smoking.
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