Russell Hobbs RHOD20 Installation guide

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INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY
MODEL NO. RHOD20
DESCRIPTION: OUTDOOR GAS HEATER

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Read this instruction leaflet carefully as it has important information both for operational
use and your safety. This appliance is a safe and efficient form of heating when used correctly
and in accordance with these instructions.
1. Use LPG (Liquid Petroleum Gas) only with this heater.
2. The heater must be turned ON and OFF at the gas cylinder.
3. Always ensure adequate ventilation for the effective performance of the appliance.
4. Never attempt to open any part of the heater or dismantle the controls. The supplier cannot
accept responsibility for any possible unit failure should this instruction be ignored.
5. The appliance is intended for household use only. Commercial use invalids the warranty
and the supplier cannot be held responsible for injury or damage caused when using the
appliance for any other purpose than that intended.
6. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
7. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
8. Do not operate the heater if it is damaged, or after the appliance malfunctions.
Return the unit to an authorised service agent for examination, repair or adjustment.
9. Never use a naked flame (matches, lighter, candle) to test for gas leaks.
10. The gas cylinder must always be in an upright position. Do not turn the cylinder upside
down in order to empty it completely.
11. Always disconnect the appliance from the gas cylinder when not in use for long periods of time.
12. The flexible gas hose must be checked periodically for signs of cracking.
13. If the hose needs to be replaced, ensure that the replacement hose is suitable for LPG.
Hoses should only be bought from certified gas dealers.
14. Always use the heater in an upright position.
15. Always face the heater to the centre of the room.
16. Do not cover the heater with any type of cloth, clothing, foreign object or block the
airflow in any way.
17. Ensure that the appliance is not too close to curtains or fabric or any other flammable material.
18. Do not move the heater while it is in operation. Ensure that the flame is properly
extinguished before moving.
19. If a gas leak is suspected (gas smell), turn the gas OFF at the cylinder immediately.
Do not disconnect the regulator or hose from the heater. Replacement of the regulator
must only be carried out by an authorised dealer and must be replaced with the same
type and standard of regulator that complies with SABS 1237.
20. Close supervision is required when any appliance is used near children
21. Do not use the heater to cook or to heat food or fats.
22. Do not leave the heater unattended when ON.
23. Do not leave the heater ON overnight.
24. The safety guard in front of the ceramic panels conforms to safety standard requirements
and is to prevent risk of injury. No part of it should be removed or altered.
25. Be aware that the appliance will remain hot for some time after use.
26. In the event of BURN BACK (when the flame burns back into the jet), immediately
turn the gas supply off at the cylinder. Ensure the flame is extinguished.
Thereafter you may relight the heater as described below. Should the situation
repeat itself, it is recommended that you contact the supplier or an
approved service centre.

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INSTALLATION 3. Proper clearance from combustible materials
must be maintained at all times. The minimum
Important Safety Rules:
This appliance must only be used in a well
ventilated area.
1. This appliance shall not be installed or used
indoors, in buildings, garages or any other
enclosed area.
2. DO NOT place articles on or against this
appliance.
3. DO NOT use or store flammable materials near
this appliance.
4. Children and adults should be alerted to the
hazards of high surface temperatures, burns
and clothing ignition.
5. Children should be carefully supervised when
they are in the area of the appliance.
6. NEVER hang anything including clothes or other
flammable items on the appliance.
7. DO NOT operate this appliance unless it is fully
assembled with reflector in place.
8. DO NOT SPRAY AEROSOLS IN THE VICINITY OF
THIS APPLIANCE WHILST IT IS IN OPERATION.
9. Installation and repair should be done by a
qualified service person. The appliance must be
inspected before each 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 passages of the heater be
kept clean.
Prior to assembling your appliance, the following
must be reviewed. Compliance with the following
should result in satisfactory heater operation. This
instruction manual should be retained for future
reference. The installation must conform with local
codes or authority having jurisdiction.
1. The appliance is intended for heating residential
and non-residential outdoor spaces. The
installation must conform with local codes or, in
the absence of local codes, with the Australian
Standard AS 5601.
2. Adequate clearance around air openings into
the combustion chamber, clearances from
combustible materials, provisions for
accessibility and for combustion and
ventilating air supply must be maintained atall
times when the appliance is operating.
clearances are as follows:
Minimum Clearance from Combustibles:
Side 500mm
Rear 500mm
Ceiling 1000mm
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 though flame proofed, fire-retardant
treated or plastered. Additional clearance may
be required for glass, painted surfaces andother
materials which may be damaged by radiant or
convection heat.
4. Heaters must be placed on a level and
adequate footing and be readily accessible.
5. The gas manifold supply pressure must
be regulated at 2.75 kPa utilising an AGA
approved regulator (supplied with heater).
6. The appliance must be inspected before each
use, and at least annually by a qualified service
person.
a. The appliance area must be kept clear and
free of combustible materials, gasoline and
other flammable vapours and liquids.
b. Gas orifices and burner must be kept clear
of dirt and cobwebs. Flow of combustion
and ventilation air through the perforated
portions of the heater must
not be obstructed. Cleaning with a soft
brush before use and at least every six
months is recommended.
c. All gas connections should be checked for
leaks utilising a soap solution. Never use a
flame for this purpose.
d. The flame pattern at the emitter grid
should be visually checked whenever
heater is operated. If flames extend
beyond surface of the emitter grid or a
black spot is accumulating on the emitter
grid or reflector, the heater should be
turned off immediately. The heater should
not be operated again until the unit is
serviced and or repaired.
e. Any cleaning agent used on the heater
should be of a non-combustible and non-
corrosive nature.
f. The stainless steel emitter grid normally
does not require cleaning and should
NEVER be painted.
The reflector may be cleaned, but never
painted.
7. The hose assembly should be properly located out of pathways where people may trip over it.The hose
must be protected from contact with hot or sharp

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surfaces both during use and while in storage. The
hose assembly should be visually inspected prior to
each use of the heater. If excessive abrasion or wear
is evident, or the hose is cut, it must be replaced
prior to operating the heater. The replacement hose
assembly may be obtained from the manufacturer.
8. DO NOT use any pressure regulator or hose
assembly other than those supplied with the
appliance. Replacement pressure regulator
and hose assembly must be those specified.
Replacement parts may be obtained from
the manufacturer.
9. Installation and use of this heater must
conform with local codes or, in the absence of
local codes, with the Standards of Storage and
Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases.
10. This heater is designed to operate with a
standard 9Kg propane cylinder with Approved
Cylinder Connection.
11. The valve outlet must be maintained in good
condition. When the cylinder is not in use,
be sure to cover it with a dust cap. A leak
test should be performed with soapy water
whenever connecting a new cylinder. NEVER
use a match to test for leaks.
12. The propane cylinder must be turned off
whenever the heater is not in use. When the
heater is to be stored indoors, the propane
cylinder and the heater must be disconnected
and the cylinder stored in accordance with
the Standard for Storage and Handling of
Liquefied Gases.
13. The heater has been designed with several
safety features which include a tip over switch.
Any modification to the heater not described in the
installation instructions may compromise the safety
of this appliance. Special concern is as follows:
(1) DO NOT shorten post length;
(2) DO NOT bypass thermocouple safety;
Clothing or other flammable materials should not
be hung from the heater, or placed on or near the
heater. The area above the post may be extremely
hot. Direct contact with these metal surfaces
should be avoided in order to prevent burns or
clothing ignition.
Storage of an appliance indoors
with the cylinder attached is
only permitted if the size of the
cylinder complies with AS/NZS
1596; otherwise cylinders must
be stored outdoors in a well
ventilated area.
The guards are fitted to this
appliance to reduce the risk of
fire or injury from burns and no
part of it should be removed.

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PARTS LIST
1. Wheels
2. Base
3. Cylinder panel
4. Handle
5. Burner assy
6. Door assy
7. Hose & Regulator
8. Bolt Pack includes:
• 4 bolts M8x15mm long, nuts and lock washers.
• 5 screws M5x10mm long.
• 2 screws M6x12mm long.
• 3 screws M6x12mm long.
• 4 countersink screws M4x8mm long and nuts.
ASSEMBLY
Tools Required (not included): Phillips head screwdriver and adjustable spanners
Note: Remove any transit protection material
STEP 1
Secure wheels to base using 4 bolts M8x15mm
long, 4 nuts and 4 lock washers.
STEP 2
Attach cylinder panel onto base using 5 screws
M5x10mm long.
STEP 3
Align holes with handle and secure with 2 screws
M6x12mm long.

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STEP 4
STEP 5
Attach door asembly to cylinder panel using 4
countersink screws M4x8mm long and 4 nuts.
Attach burner assembly to cylinder panel
using 3 screws M6x12mm long.

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STEP 6
STEP 7
Attach hose and regulator and leak test
both connections.
Position cylinder inside the housing.

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TEST FIRING HEATER
Test fire heater, following the lighting instructions on heater post. Leak test all gas
connections with soapy water. Soap bubbles indicate gas leakage. DO NOT use a match to
test for gas leaks.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Problem
Possible Causes
Main burner won’t light
No gas
Low gas pressure
Blockage in orifice
Manual valve not in ‘LOW’ or ‘HIGH’ position
Note: If the appliance cannot be adjusted to perform correctly it should not be used untilserviced or repaired.
Warning: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance

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LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
Warning: White smoke may appear around
the radiant head during the first minutes of
the initial firing.
STEP 1.
Ensure that the control knob is off. Open the
cylinder cover door and slowly open the gas
cylinder valve.
STEP 2.
Push in control knob and turn anti-
clockwise to ‘HIGH’.
STEP 3.
Check for flame at the burner. If burner does
not light immediately turn control knob to
‘OFF’ position and try again from the start.
Allow 30 seconds between ignition attempts
for gas to dissipate.
Several attempts may be necessary. Failure
to follow this lighting proceduremay result in
flame roll out beyond theemitter grid.
STEP 4.
With the burner alight keep control knob
depressed for 15 seconds.
STEP 5.
For minimum heat turn the control knob to
‘LOW’.
STEP 6.
To turn heater off, turn the control knob
to ‘OFF’.

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IN THE EVENT OF A CLAIM UNDER WARRANTY THIS RECEIPT MUST BE PRODUCED.
W A R R A N T Y
1. Home of Living Brands (Pty) Limited warrants to the original purchaser of this product (“the customer”)
that this product will be free of defects in quality and workmanship which under normal personal,
family or household use and purpose may manifest within a period of 1 (one) year from the date of
purchase (“warranty period”).
2. Where the customer has purchased a product and it breaks, is defective or does not work properly for
the intended purpose, the customer must notify the supplier from whom the customer bought the
product (“the supplier”) thereof within the warranty period. Any claim in terms of this warranty must
be supported by a proof of purchase. If proof of purchase is not available, then repair, and/or service
charges may be payable by the customer to the supplier.
3. The faulty product must be taken to the supplier's service centre to exercise the warranty.
4. The supplier will refund, repair or exchange the product in terms of this warranty subject to legislative
requirements. This warranty shall be valid only where the customer has not broken the product
himself, or used the product for something that it is not supposed to be used for. The warranty does
not include and will not be construed to cover products damaged as a result of disaster, misuse,
tamper, abuse or any unauthorised modification or repair of the product.
5. This warranty will extend only to the product provided at the date of the purchase and not to any
expendables attached or installed by the customer.
6. If the customer requests that the supplier repairs the product and the product breaks or fails to work
properly within 3 (three) months of the repair and not as a result of misuse, tampering or modification
by or on behalf of the customer, then the supplier may replace the product or pay a refund to the
customer.
7. The customer may be responsible for certain costs where products returned are not in the original
packaging, or if the packaging is damaged. This will be deducted from any refund paid to the customer.
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