Lynx LHFS Owner's manual

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LynxModelNo.LHFSPage1P/N33348Rev.A7/2010
LT133
Please retain these instructions for future reference.
IMPORTANT:
The installer must leave these instructions with the owner.
Only those who are certified to do so should perform service on these heaters.
DANGER
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to appliance.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and
immediately call your gas supplier or fire department.
WARNING:
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury, death or property damage. Read the
installation, operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly
before installin
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WARNING:
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids
in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
An LP Cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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Mo od de el l N No o. . L LH HF FS S
Infrared Outdoor Patio Heater
Manual for Installation, Operation & Maintenance
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WARNING: FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD
This appliance can produce carbon
monoxide which has no odor.
Using it in an enclosed space can kill you.
Never use this appliance in an enclosed
space such as a camper, tent or home.

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LynxModelNo.LHFSPage2P/N33348Rev.A7/2010
INDEX
CAUTION AND GENERAL SAFETY .........................................................................................3
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS................................................................................................... 5
LOCATION PLANNING ............................................................................................................... 6
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS ..............................................................................................................................6
SPECIFICATIONS / DETAILS..................................................................................................... 7
EQUIPMENT DIMENSIONS.............................................................................................................................7
LP-GAS CYLINDER COMPATIBILITY............................................................................................................ 7
GAS &POWER SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................... 7
CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS................................................................................................ 8
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................. 9
SHIPPING CRATE CONTENTS........................................................................................................................ 9
ASSEMBLY OF OUTDOOR PATIO HEATER .................................................................................................. 11
POSITION /MOVE THE HEATER.................................................................................................................. 18
SECURE THE HEATER ................................................................................................................................. 19
CONNECTING THE LP-GAS SUPPLY ........................................................................................................... 20
TESTING / COMMISSIONING.................................................................................................. 22
LEAK TEST METHOD.................................................................................................................................. 22
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................................. 23
LIGHTING ................................................................................................................................................... 23
SHUT DOWN............................................................................................................................................... 23
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE SHOOTING...................................................................... 24
MAINTENANCE........................................................................................................................................... 24
REPLACEMENT PARTS................................................................................................................................ 25
FUNCTIONAL WIRING DIAGRAM................................................................................................................ 26
PARTS REFERENCE..................................................................................................................................... 27
WARRANTY.................................................................................................................................. 29

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LynxModelNo.LHFSPage3P/N33348Rev.A7/2010
Caution and General Safety
•Assembly & Installation will require the efforts of Two individuals, it is not
recommended for only One Person to attempt complete assembly of the Heater.
•At all times maintain clearance to combustible materials as further specified in this manual.
Failure to do so can result in serious fire hazard.
•Never operate Heaters in atmosphere containing flammable vapours or combustible dusts.
•This Heater is equipped with an electronic ignition device. Do not attempt to light the
burner by hand. Failure to comply can result in a serious fire and personal injury hazard.
•Appliance surfaces, other than the obvious flame and emitter surfaces, attain elevated
temperatures during operation. Do not touch the heater head during operation.
•Certain materials, when stored under this Heater are subjected to radiant heat can soften,
distort or otherwise be damaged, special care should be taken of plastic materials
•Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures
and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition.
•Young children should be supervised when they are in the area of the heater. Playing
or running around the structure should be strictly forbidden.
•Clothing or other flammable materials should not be hung from the heater, or placed
on or near the heater.
•Any guard or other protective device removed for servicing the heater must be
replaced prior to operating the heater. Replacement pressure regulators and hose
assemblies must be those specified by the manufacturer.
•Installation and repair should be done by a qualified / certified service person. The
heater should be inspected before use and at least annually by qualified service
person. (Service person must be ‘Certified’ by the local / national regulating body).
•Frequent cleaning may be required. It is imperative that Burners and circulating air
passageways of the heater be kept clean of debris, dust and insects.
•Cleaning of the appliance should only be done with non-combustible and non-corrosive
cleaning agents.
•DO NOT alter the heater in any way; this includes shortening the pole or removing the
Base Body cover or Top Reflector.
CAUTION: FIRE OR BURN INJURY HAZARD
WARNING: Do not install or place on a table or on an inclined surface, make
sure the installation surface is level before installing the heater.

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LynxModelNo.LHFSPage4P/N33348Rev.A7/2010
Caution and General Safety
•NEVER paint the Burner, Emitter, Shield Support Arms or the Reflector.
•The visible portion of the Hose Assembly must be visually inspected before each use. If
there is evidence of excessive abrasion or wear, or if the hose is damaged the hose
assembly must be replaced prior to the appliance being put into operation.
•This appliance shall be used only in a well-ventilated area/space and shell not be used in a
building, garages or any other enclosed area.
•Never go over connections looking for leaks with a lighted match, cigarette lighter, or any
other flame.
•Perform the Leak Test before initial lighting and when connecting a new LP-Gas Cylinder.
A complete gas tightness check must be performed at the installation on site due to possible
miss handing in shipment or excessive pressure being applied to the heater.
•Turn OFF LP-Gas Cylinder when Heater is not in use.
•Once the Heater has been shut-down there shall be a 5-minute complete shutoff
period before the Heater is re-lighted.
•Ensure the LP-Gas Cylinder is turned OFF and disconnected prior to moving the Heater.
•Storage of a Heater indoors is permissible only if the LP-Gas Cylinder is disconnected and
removed from the Heater.
•Use caution when moving the Heater, it may require two people to safely manoeuvre
depending on the strength / size of the person(s). Handle ONLY the Pole or Base Body
when moving the Heater, handling other components may result in damage and/or injury.
LP-Gas Cylinder Caution and Safety
•Do not store a spare LP gas cylinder under or near this appliance.
•Never fill the Cylinder beyond 80 percent full.
•Keep Cylinders upright at all times, even during storage and transport.
•The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the Heater must be used, or the
replacement Hose Assembly shall be that specified by the manufacturer.
•LP-Gas Cylinders must be stored outdoors in a well-ventilated area out of the reach of
children. A disconnected cylinder must have dust caps tightly installed and must not be
stored in a building, garage or any other enclosed area. Ensure the storage area meets all
local fire & safety requirements.

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LynxModelNo.LHFSPage5P/N33348Rev.A7/2010
Applicable Regulations
•Installation must comply with local building codes or, in their absence, the latest edition of the
applicable national codes: USA - National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z 223.1 (NFPA 54), Canada
- National Gas and Propane Installation Code, CAN/CGA B149.1.
•Use and Storage of this heater must comply with local codes or, in their absence, the latest
edition of the applicable national codes: USA – Standard for Storage and Handling of
Liquefied Petroleum Gases, Chapter 5 of ANSI/NFPA 58, Canada - Propane Storage and
Handling Code, CAN/CSA-B149.2.
•This heater, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or,
in their absence, with the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the
Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.
•For use ONLY with 20# LP-Gas Cylinders (with a maximum capacity of 8kg [20lb])
constructed and marked in accordance with national codes: USA - U.S. Department of
Transportation (“DOT” approved), Canada: Standard for Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for
Transportation of Dangerous Goods and Commission, CAN/CSA-B339 (“TC” approved).
Ensure Cylinders are:
•Provided with a permanent collar to protect the valve stem;
•Provided with a listed overfilling prevention device (OPD);
•Provided with a dust cap to cover the valve connection when not in use; (Only
install the type of dust cap on the cylinder valve that is provided with the cylinder
valve, other types of cap plugs may result in leakage of propane); and
•Provided with a cylinder connection device compatible with a QCC1 connection
(Quick Connect Coupling).
Installation or repair of this heater should only be done by personnel qualified
for the installation of powered gas appliances.
(Certified by the local or national regulating body)

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LynxModelNo.LHFSPage6P/N33348Rev.A7/2010
Location Planning
One Patio heater, at high fire and in windless conditions, has a comfort radius of about
twelve feet (24 ft. diameter circle).
A series of heaters providing area heat should be placed about 14-20 feet apart.
Wind protection has an important influence on the body’s ability to retain radiant heat. Use natural or newly
built wind barriers where possible, such as existing buildings, shrubbery or tree lines and fences
An appliance may be installed with shelter no more inclusive than:
1. With walls on all sides, but with no overhead cover.
2. Within a partial enclosure which includes an overhead cover and no more than two side walls. These
side walls may be parallel, as in a breezeway, or at right angles to each other.
3. Within a partial enclosure which includes an overhead cover and three side walls, as long as 30
percent or more of the horizontal periphery of the enclosure is permanently open.
A patio that has been almost entirely closed in with a roof and windbreak walls or a tent may be
considered an indoor location by some code authorities. Refer to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
z.223.1 (NFPA 54) in the US and CAN/CGA B149.1 and 149.2 installation codes in Canada.
Safety Requirements
1. Never locate the heater directly below electrical lines, gas lines or sprinkler systems.
2. Do not locate heater too close to vinyl or plastic wall coverings. These materials may discolour or
soften well before they reach combustible limits.
3. The heater requires a minimum clearance from of combustible materials. See the Specifications /
Details
4. Clearance to Combustible Materials information found in the Specifications / Details section.
5. Always allow room for removal of the Top Reflector and Burner head for maintenance purposes.
6. The heater aspirates (needs) air for combustion. Do not locate heater where there are severe draft
conditions or airflow restrictions to the Burner head of the heater.
WARNING!
This heater is NOT approved for any indoor Residential application. If in
doubt of your application consult with your local fire marshal or gas authority
having jurisdiction. Indoor spaces include but are not limited to attached
garages, solariums, living quarters etc.
NOTE: Sprinkler head heat fuse link performance may alter with age.

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LynxModelNo.LHFSPage7P/N33348Rev.A7/2010
Specifications / Details
Equipment Dimensions
Model # L LH HF FS S
LP-Gas Cylinder Compatibility
To be used ONLY with 20 lb LP-Gas Cylinders with a maximum capacity of 8kg (20 lb) which meet the
criteria described in the Applicable Regulations section of this manual.
The Cylinder and its connector fittings must be maintained in good condition.
Gas & Power Specifications
MaximumFireRate:  46,000BTU/hr
GasManifoldPressure:  11”W.C.
IgnitorElectricSupply:  One(1)“AA”Battery
MaximumInletGasSupplyPressure:250psi

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LynxModelNo.LHFSPage8P/N33348Rev.A7/2010
Specifications / Details
Clearance to Combustible Materials
The following clearance data is based on a maximum limit of 90°F (32 °C) plus ambient temperature. Note
with an ambient temperature of 70°F the surface temperatures at the clearance distances listed below
could reach 160°F. Care should be taken with placement of plastic or vinyl in the proximity of the
heater as they tend to distort and soften at these temperatures.
CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES
BELOW
TOP
SIDE
LHFS 22"
18" 33"
BELOWMODEL No. SIDESTOP
Combustible materials are considered to be wood, compressed paper, plant fibres, plastic, Plexiglas or other
materials capable of being ignited and burned. Such materials shall be considered combustible even
through flame-proofed, fire-retardant treated or plastered.
Additional clearance may be required for glass, painted surfaces and other materials which may be damaged
by radiant or convection heat.
The Installer is responsible to ensure that building materials with a low heat tolerance which may
degrade at higher temperatures are protected to prevent degradation.
NOTE: Some materials deteriorate or soften at sustained temperatures below 160°F.
Consult material manufacturer for recommendations

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LynxModelNo.LHFSPage9P/N33348Rev.A7/2010
Installation Instructions
Shipping Crate Contents
Base Body, Base Cover,
Base Support Pillars &
Counterweight
Shield Support Arms (4)
- With Hardware attached
*Note:
Follow instructions for un-packaging
sequence to avoid damage to Burner
Wheels
- With Hardware attached
Pole Neck
- With Hardware attached Outer Shield
Note:
Remove plastic covering
before lighting the heater
Pole Assembly
Burner (with Hardware attached)
Emitter
These are shipped Inside of the Base Body

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LynxModelNo.LHFSPage10P/N33348Rev.A7/2010
Installation Instructions
Additional Parts:
Base Bracket (3) - with Hardware attached
“AA” Battery (1)
Hardware:
Description Drawing / Picture Used On
M8-1.25 X 90 mm Hex Head Carriage
Bolt (6) - S/S
To hold pole to
base support
1/4” - 20 x 1/2" Truss Head Screw with
Nut (4) Toholdreflector
∅8M-1.25 X 65 mm Anchor Bolt (3) To hold down
heater to concrete
foundation.
#10 x 1 1/2” Wood Screw (3) To hold down heater to wooden
deck.
*A COMPLETE PARTS LIST IS LOCATED IN THE
Maintenance and Trouble Shooting SECTION OF THIS DOCUMENT
Packaged Separately:
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Table
(Optional)
Reflector
Note:
Remove plastic covering before
lighting the heater

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LynxModelNo.LHFSPage11P/N33348Rev.A7/2010
b
*
a
Push Down Handle to Open Door
Base Cover
Base Body
Installation Instructions
Assembly of Outdoor Patio Heater
1. Disassemble shipped parts:
a. Remove the Base Cover from the Base Body by unscrewing the eight (8) screws holding
the Base Cover on.
b. Open the Door of the Base Body by pushing down on the handle to disengage the door
from the latch. Carefully cut the zip ties holding the Gas Hose Assembly to the interior of
the Base Body and remove the Burner. * Be Careful to “lift” out the Burner to avoid
damage to the pilot assembly which extends from the cone shaped Inner Shield.
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2. Connect the Wheel Mounting Bracket to the base using two (2) screws and nuts attached. Insert the
screws through the Base of the Heater into the Wheel Mounting Bracket, so the nuts are visible.
As Shipped Remove Shipped Parts

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LynxModelNo.LHFSPage12P/N33348Rev.A7/2010
Installation Instructions
3. Connect a Base Bracket, using the hardware attached to it (1/4-20 x 1/2 Truss Head Bolts), at each
set of two (2) holes located around the Base of the Heater (total of three Base Brackets). Assemble
so that the heads of the Screws are seen from the outside of the Base. The side of the Bracket with
the remaining hole should be flat against the Floor / Ground.
4. Assemble the Pole and the Base Support Pillars together using six (6) M8-1.25 x 90 mm Hex Head
Carriage Bolts provided.
Screws
Base Bracket
Base Bracket

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LynxModelNo.LHFSPage13P/N33348Rev.A7/2010
200 mm
Installation Instructions
5. Slide the Base Cover down over the top of the Pole. Reassemble the Base Cover with the Base
Body using the eight (8) screws removed previously in Step 1-b.
OPTIONAL TABLE Installation Point:
Slide the Table down over the top of the Pole, position it in place 8” (200 mm) up from the Base Cover.
Secure by tightening the screw(s) of the Table Clamp around the inside neck of the Table and the Pole so
that the Table will not move.

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LynxModelNo.LHFSPage14P/N33348Rev.A7/2010
BURNER
POLE NECK
2
1
Installation Instructions
6. Remove the three (3) #10-24 x 3/8” screws near the bottom of the Burner and the three (3) screws
in the Base of the Pole Neck piece. Insert the Gas Hose Assembly (with regulator attached)
through the Pole Neck. Secure the Burner Head to the Pole Neck using the three (3) screws which
were removed from the Burner.
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7. Assemble the Shield Support Arms to the Burner housing using the Two (2) M4-0.7 x 10mm
screws and nut sets shipped on each arm. Install all four (4) Support Arms.

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LynxModelNo.LHFSPage15P/N33348Rev.A7/2010
Installation Instructions
8. Insert the Outer Shield into the four (4) Shield Support Arms. Make sure to remove (peel off) the
plastic covering at before assembly.
9. Remove one of the Fingers from Shield Support Arm then insert the Emitter Ring into the three (3)
Shield Support Arms (refer to figure A below), and re-assemble the Finger of last arm (refer to
figure B below). It is normal for the Emitter to have some movement for thermal expansion (once
the Reflector is assembled the Emitter will be held more tightly in-place).
Remove Finger from
Shield Support Arm
Figure -A- Figure -B-

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LynxModelNo.LHFSPage16P/N33348Rev.A7/2010
Installation Instructions
10. Insert the Gas Hose Assembly of the Burner (with regulator attached) into the hollow top end of the
Pole, and feed it all the way through / down.
11. Secure the Burner Head to the Pole with the Three (3) 1/4”-20 x 1/2" screws previously removed
from the Pole Neck piece. Make sure that the Burner Control Panel Knob faces the same direction
as the door of Base Body.

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LynxModelNo.LHFSPage17P/N33348Rev.A7/2010
Installation Instructions
12. Install the Top Reflector onto the Shield Support Arms of the Burner using the four (4) 1/4”-20 x
1/2" carriage bolts with nuts provided. Insert the screws up through the Shield Support Arms
and then through the Top Reflector. Secure each bolt with a nut on top of the Reflector. Make
sure to remove (peel off) the plastic covering before assembly.
Warning:
This heater is equipped with a tilt / tip switch for your safety. This heater will shut the gas
valve if it is tipped or tilted.
This heater will not operate at an inclined position. Ensure the heater is in the upright
position, and should not be positioned on an incline.
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Your Patio heater is now assembled and is ready to connect to your LP-Gas Supply
Cylinder.

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LynxModelNo.LHFSPage18P/N33348Rev.A7/2010
Installation Instructions
Position / Move the Heater
1. Ensure Wheels are properly connected to the Base Body. (Refer to Installation Step 2.)
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2. Move the Heater by handling ONLY the Pole or the Base Body. It may take two people to
manoeuvre the Heater safely depending on the size / strength of the person(s).
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3. Tip the Heater backwards at an angle to / overtop of the wheels until Base no longer touches the
ground. Wheel / roll Heater to new location and return Base to ground. Ensure Heater is on level
ground and stable in new location.
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4. If the Heater is going to be operated at the new location the “Secure the Heater”procedure
must be completed.

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LynxModelNo.LHFSPage19P/N33348Rev.A7/2010
Installation Instructions
Secure the Heater
1. Ensure that the Base Brackets are properly installed as described in Installation Step 0.
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2. The type of Foundation Fastener required depends on the type of Floor / Ground that the Heater is
located upon. Prepare the Floor / Ground as detailed in Table A, at all three bracket locations.
(Ensure that alignment with the connecting hole(s) of the Base Bracket is maintained.)
Insert / Connect the three Foundation Fasteners as detailed in Table A. 
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Foundation
Fastener
Floor / Ground
Type Foundation Fastener Type & Size Mounting MethodSummary Floor / Ground Preparation
Concrete Concrete Anchor
Ø8mm x 65mm
EN12 B14
Place Anchors into pilot holes
aligned with Base Brackets -
tap / hammerlightly,screw
fastener into anchor
Drill 3 -PilotHoles
Pilot hole drill size:
Concrete = 14mm
Wood Deck Wood Screw
#10x1
1
/
2
"
Secure using Wood Screws in
pilot holes aligned with Base
Brackets
Drill 3 -PilotHoles
Pilot hole drill size:
Hardwood = 7/64"
Softwood = 3/32"
Table A: Methods for Securing Heater to Floor / Ground

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LynxModelNo.LHFSPage20P/N33348Rev.A7/2010
Installation Instructions
Connecting the LP-Gas Supply
1. Attach the LP-Gas Cylinder to the Tank Base Retainer using the Cylinder Retention Screw. Make
sure the LP-Gas cylinder is in the upright position.
Keep gas cylinder
Upright Position at
ALL times
Cylinder
retention screw