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 eliminate excessive noise from the burner, turn the Control Knob to the Pilot position. Then, turn the knob to the level of heat desired. When heater is ON: Emitter screen will become bright red due to intense heat. The color is more visible at night. Burner will display tongues of blue and yellow flame. These flames should not be yellow or produce thick black smoke, indicating an obstruction of airflow through the burners. The flame should be blue with straight yellow tops. If excessive yellow flame is detected, turn off heater and consult “Troubleshooting” on page 15. Re-lighting Note: For your safety, Control Knob cannot be turned OFF without first depressing Control Knob in PILOT position and then rotating it to OFF. Turn Control Knob to OFF. Wait at least 10 minutes, to let gas dissipate, before attempting to relight Pilot. Repeat the “Lighting” steps on prior page. Shut Down Turn Control Knob clockwise to Pilot. (Normally, burner will make a slight popping sound when extinguished.) Burner will extinguish but Pilot will remain ON. To extinguish Pilot, depress Control Knob and continue to turn it clockwise to OFF. Turn Cylinder Valve clockwise to OFF and disconnect Regulator when heater is not in use. Note: After use, some discoloration of the emitter screen is normal. A WARNING FOR YOUR SAFETY: Heater will be hot after use. Handle with extreme care. A WARNING FOR YOUR SAFETY: Be careful when attempting to manually ignite this heater. Holding in the contrrol know for more than 10 seconds before igniting the gas will cause a ball of flame upon ignition. Contact 1-800-762-1142 for assistance. Do not return to place of purchase. 13 Owner’s manual and assembly instructions: model 153110 natural gas outdoor patio heater 12/4/02 Endless Summer # Operation Checklist For a safe and pleasurable heating experience, perform this check before each use. Before Operating □ I am familiar with entire owner's manual and understand all precautions noted in “Safety First.” □ All components are properly assembled, intact and operable. □ No alterations have been made. □ All gas connections are secure and do not leak. □ Wind velocity is below 10 mph. □ Outdoor temperature is greater than 40 degrees F. □ Heater is outdoors (outside any enclosure). □ There is adequate fresh air ventilation. □ Heater is away from gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors. □ Heater is away from windows, air intake openings, sprinklers and other water sources. □ Heater is at least 36” from combustible materials. □ Heater is on a hard and level surface. □ There are no signs of spider or insect nests. □ All burner passages are clear. □ All air circulation passages are clear. □ Children, pets, clothing, flammable materials and items that can be damaged from radiant heat are away from the heater. □ Children and adults in the area have been alerted to the high temperature hazards: especially burns and clothing fires. □ Children and adults in the area have been warned not to touch heater near engine during operation and until unit has cooled. After Operation □ Gas control is in OFF position. □ Heater is upright in a secure location. Contact 1-800-762-1142 for assistance. Do not return to place of purchase. Owner’s manual and assembly instructions: model 153110 natural gas outdoor patio heater 12/4/02 14 Endless Summer 'rr^ Troubleshooting Contact 1-800-762-1142 for assistance. Do not return to place of purchase. If the problem is: And this condition exists: Then do this Pilot won’t light Gas turned off at source Open valve Blockage in orifice or pilot tube Clean or replace orifice or pilot tube Note: Heater operates at reduced efficiency below 40°F (5°C) Air in gas line Open gas line and bleed it (pressing control knob in) for not more than 1 - 2 minutes or until you smell gas Igniter fails Obtain new igniter and replace Pilot won’t stay lit Dirt built up around pilot Clean dirt from around pilot Connection between gas valve and pilot assembly is loose Tighten connection and perform leak check Thermocouple is not operating correctly Replace thermocouple Burner won’t light Gas pressure is low Have a professional check gas system Blockage in orifice Clear blockage Control knob is not in ON position Turn control knob to ON Burner flame is low Gas pressure is low Have a professional check gas system Supply hose is bent or kinked Straighten hose Control knob fully ON Check burner and orifices for blockage Emitter glows uneven Gas pressure is low Have a professional check gas system Note: Bottom 1” of emitter normally does Base is not on a level surface Place heater on a level surface NOT glow. Heater is level Clean burn...