PORTABLE PROPANE
TONGA TORCH
Owner & Safety Manual
D.1000.000.V0
En-3 OUTLAND LIVING PORTABLE PROPANE TONGA TORCH OWNER & SAFETY MANUAL
LP CYLINDER REMOVAL, TRANSPORT
AND STORAGE:
• Turn OFF all control knobs and LP cylinder valve. Disconnect
propane gas cylinder. Install safety cap onto LP cylinder valve.
Always use cap and strap supplied with LP cylinder valve.
• A disconnected LP cylinder in storage or being transported
must have a safety cap installed. Failure to use safety cap as
directed may result in serious personal injury and/or property
damage.
• Do not store an LP tank in enclosed spaces such as a carport,
garage, porch, covered patio or other building. Never leave an
LP tank inside a vehicle which may become overheated by the
sun. Do not store an LP tank in an area where children play.
APPLIANCE INSPECTION & TEST
SEQUENCE:
Each time the appliance is put to use, and prior to ignition,
conduct the following appliance inspection and test sequence:
• Ensure all clamps are firmly fastened and the appliance is
standing straight.
• Inspect the hose prior to each use. The hose assembly must
be replaced prior to the appliance being put into operation
if there is evidence of excessive abrasion or wear, or if
the hose is damaged. Contact FMI Brands Inc. should you
require a replacement hose.
• Inspect the mid-point gas connection (sealed gas fitting)
prior to each use. Check the fitting is firm and the seal is not
broken or damaged. WARNING: Removal of the sealed gas
fitting and/or seal is not permitted for safe operation and
may affect warranty or claims.
• Inspect the burner prior to each use. Ensure all holes are
clear and there are no leaves, pine needles, spider webs or
other debris in burner area. Burner must be replaced prior
to the appliance being put into operation if there is evidence
of damage. Replacement parts such as burners are available
from FMI Brands Inc.
• Ensure the proper gas connections are made. See section
labelled “Connection”.
• Leak Test all connections. See section labelled “Leak Test”.
• Ensure that the LP gas cylinder and gas hose is placed
in an area where it is unlikely to be tripped over (such as
pathways or trails) or subject to other accidental damage.
WARNING:
Please ensure that all adults and children which use or are
near a unit in use are aware of the hazard of high-surface
temperatures present on the unit during use and should
use caution and stay away to avoid burns or clothing
ignition.
Carefully supervise young children in the area of this
appliance. Clothing or other flammable materials should
not be hung from the appliance or placed on or near the
appliance. Any guard or other protective device removed
for servicing the appliance must be replaced prior to
operating the appliance.
Installation and repair should be done by a qualified
service person. The appliance should be inspected before
use and at least annually by a qualified service person.
More frequent cleaning may be required as necessary.
It is imperative that control compartment, burners and
circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept clean.
LP CYLINDER:
All LP cylinders to be used with this appliance must be:
a. Constructed and marked in accordance with the
specifications for LP-gas cylinders of the U.S. Department
of Transportation (DOT) or for Canada, Standard, CAN/CSA
B339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of
Dangerous Goods.
b. Provided with a listed overfilling prevention device.
c. Provided with a cylinder connection device compatible with the
connection for outdoor cooking appliances.
d. Only a 20 lb. (9 kg) LP gas cylinder is to be used for this
appliance, approximately 18” (46 cm) high & 12” (30 cm)
diameter.
e. LP cylinder must be arranged for vapour withdrawal and
include a collar to protect the LP cylinder valve. Always keep LP
cylinders in upright position during use, transit or storage.
f. The use of an approved LP gas cylinder stabilizer, such as the
one included, must be used when using this appliance in order
to prevent the LP gas cylinder from tipping over.
