RADtec PH User manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
REAL FLAME PATIO HEATER
Model PH is flame heater with stainless steel base
Model WPH is flame heater with wicker base
WARNING: FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
PLEASE KEEP THE MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Patio Heater Safety Warnings--------------------------------------------- 1-2
Part List & Hardware--------------------------------------------------------- 3
Exploded View----------------------------------------------------------------- 4
Patio Heater Assembly ------------------------------------------------------ 4-8
Operating Instructions ------------------------------------------------------- 9
Leak Testing -------------------------------------------------------------------------10
Gas Requirement ------------------------------------------------------------- 10
Connecting Toa Gas Cylinder--------------------------------------------- 10
Important Safety Rules------------------------------------------------------ 11
Maintenance-------------------------------------------------------------------- 11
Servicing------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12
Storage --------------------------------------------------------------------------------12
Troubleshooting --------------------------------------------------------------- 13
Technical Data ----------------------------------------------------------------- 14
Guarantee----------------------------------------------------------------------- 14
Discard--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14
PATIO HEATER SAFETY WARNINGS
PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLATION AND USE.
 This appliance must be used outdoors or in a well-ventilated area, and should not be installed or used indoors.
 Change the gas cylinder in a well ventilated area, away from any flammable sources.
 The cylinder must be stored outdoors or in a well-ventilatedarea.
 Storage of this appliance indoors is permissible only if the gas cylinder is disconnected and removedfrom the
appliance.
 Do not move this appliance when in operation, and wait until the unit has cooled before moving.
 Do not attempt to alter the appliance in any manner. Do not paint the radiant screen, control panel or reflector.
 Do not obstruct the ventilation holes of the cylinder housing.
 The appliance must be installed and gas cylinder stored in accordance with local gas fitting regulations.
 Turn off the valve at the gas cylinder or regulator before moving the appliance.
 Repairs should be done by a qualified repairman.
 In case of violent wind, particular attention must be taken against tilting of the appliance.
 Check that the regulator seal is correctly fitted and able to fulfil itsfunction.
 Close the gas supply at the valve of the gas cylinder or the regulator after use.
 Do not use this appliance until all connections have been leaktested.
 In the event of gas leakage, the appliance should not be used or if lit, the gas supply should be shut off, and the
appliance should be investigated and corrected before it is usedagain.

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• Check the tubing or the flexible hose per month and each time the cylinder is changed.
• The tubing or the flexible hose must be changed within the prescribed intervals or within one year.
• 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. A specified replacement hose assembly shall be
used.
• The heater 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 the control compartment, burners and circulating
air passageways of the appliance be kept clean.
• Shut off and check heater immediately if any of the following conditions exist:
D The smell of gas in conjunction with extreme yellow tipping of the burner flames.
D Heaterdoes not reacha proper temperature.Atemperature less than 40 degrees Fahrenheit will cause
restricted heat flow and the appliance will not workproperly.
D The appliance starts making popping noises during use (a slight popping noise is normal when
the appliance is extinguished).
• The regulator & hose assembly must be located out of pathways where people maytrip over it, or in an area
where the hose will not be subject to accidentaldamage.
• Any guard or other protective device removed for servicing the heater must be replaced before operating the
heater.
• Children and adults should be warned of the hazards of high surface temperatures and should stay away to
avoid burns or clothing ignition.
• Young children and pets should be carefully supervised when they are in the area of the heater.
• Clothing or other flammable materials should not be hung from the appliance or placed on or near the
appliance.
• Do not place articles on or against this appliance. Certain material or items when stored under or near this
appliance will be subjected to radiant heat and could be seriouslydamaged.
• Do not use or store flammable materials near thisappliance.
• Do not spray aerosols in the vicinity of this appliance while it is in operation.
• Always maintain at least 36 in clearance from combustiblematerials.
• Always position the appliance on a firm level surface. Anamply ventilated area must have aminimum of 25% of
the surface area open. The surface area is the sum of the wallssurface.

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PATIO HEATER PART LIST
PART #
PART NAME
PICTURE
QTY
A
REFLECTOR
1
B
FLAME SCREEN
1
C
MESH GUARD - UPPER
4
D
MESH GUARD - LOWER
4
E
SUPPORT BAR - UPPER
4
F
SUPPORT BAR - LOWER
4
G
GLASS TUBE
2
H
CONNECTOR
Glass Tube Connector
1
I
RUBBER RING
1
J
BURNER ASSEMBLY
K
TANK HOUSING ASSEMBLY
1
L
CHAIN (ASSEMBLED WITH DOOR)
1
HARDWARE
PART #
PART NAME
PICTURE
QTY
DESCRIPTION
AA
M5 CAP NUT
4
TO CONNECT REFLECTOR AND
FLAME SCREEN
BB
STANDARD
SCREWS &WASHER
12
M5 X 8 SCREW & M5 WASHER
TO FIX BURNER ASSEMBLY ON
THE TANK HOUSING ASSEMBLY.

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EXPLODED VIEW

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PATIO HEATER ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
• List of Required Tools: PhilipsScrewdriver
• Leak Detection Solution one part detergent and three partswater
• Assemble all nuts and bolts loosely at first. Tighten all connections after completion of assembly.
This eases your work and increases the stability of theappliance.
• Before assembly, make sure all packing material and any transmit protection must be removed.
• Small deviations in equipment may occur.
• If any part ismissing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble this product, Contact customer service for
replacement parts.
• Assembly should be performed on a flat, level, non-abrasivesurface.
• ESTIMATED ASSEMBLY TIME: 45minutes.
STEP 1: Lay down tank housing assembly (K) as
shown above. Take off the door and take out all parts.
STEP 2: Keep the burner with the igniter side up. Fix
the burner assembly (J) to tank housing using 4pcs M5
Screws and Washers (BB).
STEP 3: Unscrew 2pcs M5 screws and washers (BB) preassembled in Support Bar –Lower (F).
Insert upper Support Bar (E) to lower Support Bar (F) and fix the connection using 2pcs screws and washers
(BB). Repeat this step and connect other 3 sets of supportbars.

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Repeat this step and connect Flame Screen (B) to other 3 sets of upper Support Bars. (See Figure Ⅲ, Ⅳ)
STEP 5: Place Reflector (A) on the Flame Screen (B)
and fix the connection using 4 M5 CAP NUTS (AA).
STEP 6: Unscrew 8 M5 Screws and Washers (BB) preassembled on top of tank housing assembly (K).
Place the lower Support Bars to the top of the tank housing assembly. Make sure to match the top ends of
the tank housing assembly with the slot of the lower Support Bar. Match the threaded hole and fix each
connection with 2 M5 Screws and Washers (BB)

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STEP 7: Insert 4 projecting ends of each lower Mesh Guard (D) into the seat slots of lower the Support Bar
(F) as shown in picture. Fix all lower Mesh Guards (D) except the front side.
Guard Fastening Plate
STEP 8: Unscrew 4 Guard Fastening Plates
preassembled with the sides of FLAME SCREEN
(B).
STEP 9: Fix all upper Mesh Guards to the upper Support Bar (E) except the front side.

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STEP 10: Put Rubber Ring (I) around the burner hole. Connect the 2 Glass Tubes (G) with Connector (H). Hold
the whole glass tube assembly carefully. Insert the top end into the bottom hole of the Flame Screen as much as
possible. Keep the whole glass tube assembly vertical and sit it on the Rubber Ring (1).
NOTE: GLASS TUBES ARE FRAGILE, HANDLE WITH GLASS TUBES CAREFULLY AND SLOWLY!

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE FIRST USE AND AFTER EVERY GAS CYLINDER CHANGE, THE GAS DELIVERY SYSTEM MUST
BE PURGED OF AIR BEFORE IGNITING! TO DO THIS, TURN THE CONTROL KNOB COUNTER-CLOCKWISE
TO THE PILOT SETTING. PRESS KNOB IN AND HOLD FOR 3 MINUTES BEFORE ATTEMPTING IGNITION.
BATTERY REPLACMENT
Remove impulse ignition cap from Burner Assembly (J) by turning cap counterclockwise. Install 1 AAA battery.
Negative end of battery goes in first, then replace impulse ignition cap by turning cap clockwise.
TO LIGHT THE PILOT
• Check all connections prior to each use.
• Turn on main gas supply at source.
• Press to turn control knob counter-clockwiseto
PILOT, see photo on the right.
• Push the control knob in, while simultaneously
pressing the IGNITION button repeatedly until the
pilot flame is lit. Continue to depress the control
knob for at least 10 seconds to assure the pilot
remains lit after releasing the knob.
• If the pilot fails to ignite, press the knob clockwise
to OFF and repeat.
TO LIGHT THE PATIO HEATER
• The pilot should be lit and the knob set toPILOT.
• Hold the knob in gently and turn counter-clockwise toLOW.
• After the glass has warmed up 1-5 minutes, turn knob clockwise from Low to HIGH as needed.
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.
RE-LIGHTING
• Turn Control Knob to OFF.
• Wait at least 5 minutes, to let gas dissipate, before attempting to re-light pilot.
• Repeat the “Lighting” steps.
TO EXTINGUISH
• Hold the knob in and turn the knob clockwise to'OFF'
• Close the valve of the gas cylinder or the regulator afteruse.
• Close the gas bottle and allow the appliance to cool beforemoving.
Note: After use, some discoloration of the emitter screen is normal. Close regulator after use, allow the
appliance to cool before moving.