Calor 5kg patio gas User manual

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5kg and 13kg Patio Gas Cylinders

1. Do when using Calor Patio Gas

Do treat a cylinder with care to ensure that it and the valve is not damaged.

Do always use cylinders in the upright position and return when empty or not in use for long periods.

Do keep all cylinders in a safe, well ventilated place, outdoors in the open air, away from escape

routes, stairs, rubbish, excessive vegetation, combustible and other flammable materials and not near

to any corrosive, toxic or oxidant material.

Do read the operating instructions, emergency actions and labels provided with your appliance and

keep them handy for future reference.

Do keep your appliance clean and have it serviced regularly by a competent person. Not only will this

help to keep it safe but also means it will burn efficiently and therefore save money.

Do be careful when lifting cylinders. Full cylinders weigh approximately twice the net weight shown on

the cylinder.

Do remember that:

oPatio Heaters are for outdoor use only. The combustion products leaving the heater are very hot.

On no account should they be used in an enclosed space, or inside a tent or marquee or close to

umbrellas due to the possibility of fire or highly poisonous carbon monoxide being produced.

oAwnings should not impede the escape of combustion. Conventional awnings especially those

made of plastic are unsuitable. Fire retardant and some fabric awnings may be used, only

if the manufacturer’s instructions permit it.

oPatio Heaters should not be moved when alight.

oDo position patio heaters in areas shielded from the wind and located on a flat surface.

2. Don’t when using Calor Patio Gas

Don’t subject a cylinder to heat as the pressure inside could build up to exceed the safe limit

Don’t attempt to disconnect a clip-on regulator from any cylinder if the flame does not go out when the

regulator is turned off. Leave appliance alight and call your local Calor Gas Retailer.

Don't store or use cylinders in cellars or below ground level. Patio Gas (LPG) is heavier than air and if

there was an escape of LPG, the gas will collect at low level, can be an asphyxiant, and can become

dangerous in the presence of a flame or spark. For the same reason do not store cylinders any closer

than 2 metres from untrapped drains, unsealed gullies or openings to cellars.

Don't store Patio cylinders indoors.

Don’t smoke or use a mobile phone when changing a cylinder.

Don’t attempt to force a regulator of one size on to a cylinder’s valve of another size. If you have any

difficulties contact your dealer and have the appliance checked.

Don't improvise or modify your gas appliance. Always ask your Calor Gas Retailer for advice and do not

let unqualified people tamper with or service your appliance. It could become unsafe to use.

Don’t obstruct access to cylinders.

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3. Carbon Monoxide

Carbon monoxide (CO) is a highly poisonous gas which can be produced if an appliance is not working

correctly. It is difficult to recognise as it has no colour, smell or taste. Carbon Monoxide detectors

(complying with BS:EN:50291) are widely available and it is recommended that every property has one.

Symptoms of CO poisoning are similar to that of a viral infection. It affects the mental ability causing a

person to become incapable without knowing.

Symptoms of exposure to Carbon Monoxide

Tightness across the forehead

Headache

Serve headache, weakness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting.

Coma, intermittent convulsions

Depressed heart action, slowed respiration.

If the exposure has been severe it may cause death.

If you suspect you are suffering from the symptoms below call the Calor Gas Emergency Service

number on 03457 444 999.

4. The Regulator

A regulator must be included in the connection between the cylinder and the appliance and

should be fitted according to the regulator manufacturer’s instructions. The regulator is precisely

set by the manufacturer to control the pressure of the supply and Must Not Be Adjusted. Select a

regulator with a means of protecting the downstream pipework or appliance from overpressure in the event

of regulator malfunction. If a Regulator shows signs of wear, it should be replaced. Regulators must be

marked BS:3016 or BS:EN:12864 or BS:EN:16129. Any regulator marked BS:3016 will be over 10

years old and should be replaced.

5. Flexible Hoses

Use only certified hoses to BS:3212 or BS:EN:1763-1 or BS:EN:16436-1 which bear the year and name

of manufacturer or stainless steel convoluted hoses marked EN:10380 as LPG attacks and erodes natural

rubber. Keep hose lengths as short as possible. All hoses must be secured with proper hose clips.

Make sure that the hoses are kept clear of ‘hot spots’ and inspect them from time to time. Replace any

hose that shows signs of stiffness, wear, cracking, soft spots or other damage. It is recommended that

rubber hoses should be replaced after 5 years service life.

6. Emergency Advice

If you suspect a leak, turn off the gas and ensure there is no source of ignition nearby i.e. extinguish any

cigarettes and switch off your mobile phone. Examine all pipes and connections. If the leak is not located,

turn on the gas supply and brush over the connections with liquid detection fluid –it will bubble where there

is a leak.

NEVER USE A NAKED FLAME to search for a leak. A suitably calibrated Explosimeter may be used for

testing the concentration of LPG in the air, but Calor Patio Gas has a special odorant added to help with the

detection of leaks.

In the Event of Fire

Immediately raise the alarm. Dial 999 and call the Fire Brigade advising them of the presence of

LPG.

Tell everybody to leave the area and go to a safe place well away from the heater/cylinder as an

overheated cylinder may explode.

If safe to do so, turn off the regulator on cylinders by turning clockwise.

Keep cylinders cool by water spray if possible.

Ring the Calor Gas Emergency Service number 03457 444 999

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7. Further Information

For further information, advice and guidance please refer to the following publications:-

UKLPG User Information Sheet 028 ‘Safe Use of Propane and Butane Cylinders and Cartridges’

Code of Practice 24: Part 1 - Use of LPG Cylinders: Use of LPG Cylinders at Residential and Similar

Premises (July 2006)

Code of Practice 24: Part 4 - Use of LPG Cylinders: Use of LPG for Catering at Outdoor Functions

(March 1999)

The UKLPG produce over 30 Industry Codes of Practice which can be obtained from UKLPG. For a

comprehensive publication list please access the UKLPG website www.uklpg.org

8. Connecting a Patio Cylinder

Reminder: Patio Gas Cylinders use a 27mm clip on valve and clip on regulators. Unlike the other Calor

Propane cylinders you do not need a spanner to connect the regulator.

1. Make sure that you are using an easy clip-on regulator.

2. If the cylinder has a yellow tamper evident cap, please remove and discard.

3. Make sure that:

a) The regulator is switched to the 'off' or disconnect position.

b) All taps on the appliance are closed.

c) The connecting pipe to the appliance is correctly fitted.

d) The valve is clean and free from debris.

4. Put regulator on top of the cylinder valve. Place hand on top of the regulator

and push down firmly and vertically until you hear a click.

5. Once the regulator is correctly fitted, switch to 'on' position as directed by

manufacturer’s instructions on the regulator.

ALWAYS turn the switch to the OFF position after use.

9. Disconnecting a Patio Cylinder

Make sure the regulator is turned to the 'off' position and that the appliance

flame is extinguished.

1. Push the on/off switch according to manufacturer instructions and then pull

upwards.

a) For the COMAP 1580 regulator press the push button on the lower part

and lift the regulator from the valve.

b) For the Reca “Quick on” 634PR regulator press horizontally on the

handle the pull upwards.

c) For the SRG 547 regulator lift the horizontal lever extending from the

regulator and remove the regulator from the valve.

2. REMEMBER: Do not attempt to disconnect the cylinder if the regulator is in

the on/open position.

10. Patio Gas Cylinders with ‘Gas Trac’

1. The ‘Gas Trac’ on Patio Gas shows the approximate level of gas left in the

cylinder.

2. When the cylinder is more than half full of gas the ‘Gas Trac’ will point to Hi

3. When the ‘Gas Trac’ points to Lo, a refill cylinder could soon be required.

The information in this document is intended to give guidance and believed to be accurate and represent good practice at the time of publication. It does

not replace the need to consult other formal documents where further information may be required.

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No responsibility or liability is accepted by Calor Gas Limited for any loss or damage arising out of the information given.

It is important that users of this publication adhere to all legal requirements, Regulations, CoP’s and Standards, particularly, those relating to gas safety.