Desa SPC-21PHTSA - Manual (Page 4)

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16. Use only soapy water (1 part liquid dishwash-
ing detergent to 3 parts water) to conduct
leak tests whenever a propane cylinder is
connected. Bubbles indicate a leak.
17. Do not adjust gas regulator. If you are unsure
of your appliances gas type or pressure, call
a qualified service person.
18. Place the control knob on "OFF" position
when heater is not in use.
19. Always disconnect the gas supply after the
heater is turned "OFF".
20. Do not move, handle or service while hot or
burning.
21. Allow 45 minutes to cool down after use
before attempting to move heater.
22. Do not operate this appliance in windy condi-
tions. Maximum allowable wind speed is 10 mph
(16 Km/h).
23. Do not operate this appliance in temperature
conditions below 40° F (5° C).
24. Keep heater away from areas where flammable
liquids, vapors or solids are stored or used.
25. If operated in salt air environments, the
unit will require more frequent cleaning;
otherwise, the longevity of the unit will
deteriorate rapidly. Use warm soapy water to
clean the unit.
26. Items or material, when stored under the
heater, will be subjected to radiant heat and
could be seriously damaged.
27. Use only in accordance with local codes, or in
the absence of local codes, with the National
Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1.
Any guard or other protective device
removed for servicing must be re-
placed prior to operating the heater.
Surface temperatures become very
hot when operating heater. Children
and adults should stay away to avoid
burns or clothing ignition.
Young children should be carefully
supervised when they are in the area
of the heater.
Clothing or other flammable mate-
rials should not be hung from the
heater, or placed on or near heater.
Installation and repair should be
done by a qualified service person.
The heater should be inspected
before use and at least annually by
a qualified service person. More
frequent cleanings may be required
as necessary. It is imperative that
control compartments, burners and
circulating air passageways of the
heater be kept clean.
CAUTION: The gas pressure
regulator provided with this ap-
pliance must be used. This regu-
lator is set for an output pressure
of 11" W.C. (2.74 kPa).
PROPANE/LP SAFETY
WARNING: For outdoor
use only.
ASPHYXIATION HAZARD
• Do not use this heater for heating human
living quarters.
• Do not use in unventilated areas.
• The flow of combustion and ventilation
air must not be obstructed.
• Proper ventilation air must be provided
to support the combustion air require-
ments of the heater being used.
• Refer to the Specifications, page 2, heater
data plate or contact DESA Heating Prod-
ucts to determine combustion air ventila-
tion requirements of the heater.
• Lack of proper ventilation air will lead
to improper combustion.
• Improper combustion can lead to carbon
monoxide poisoning leading to serious
injury or death. Symptom of carbon mon-
oxide poisoning can include headaches
dizziness and difficulty in breathing.
SAFETY INFORMATION
Continued