Blue Rhino 153100 User Manual
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Owner’s manual: model 153100 outdoor patio heater 2/13/04
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Owner’s manual: model 153100 outdoor patio heater 2/13/04
Safety First!
Read and become familiar with this entire manual, especially the following
precautions.
precautions.
If you are unsure of anything in these instructions, STOP and contact
1-800-762-1142 for assistance.
Caution: This appliance is for outdoor use only (outside any
enclosure). Always make sure there is fresh air ventilation.
enclosure). Always make sure there is fresh air ventilation.
• Always maintain at least 36” clearance from combustible materials.
• Always place heater on a hard and level surface.
• Do not use if the wind velocity is greater than 10 miles per hour.
• Unit will operate at reduced efficiency below 40ºF (5ºC).
• Keep sprinklers and other water sources away from burner and controls.
• Always use extreme caution when near heater. Alert both children
and adults to the hazards of high temperatures, especially to avoid
burns or clothing catching fire.
burns or clothing catching fire.
• Young children and pets should be carefully supervised when they
are in the area of heater.
• Do not hang clothing or other flammable materials either on or near
heater.
• Any guard or other protective device removed for servicing the
heater must be replaced prior to operating the heater.
• Certain materials or items, when stored under heater, will be subjected to
radiant heat and could be seriously damaged.
• Do not alter heater in any manner.
• The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the appliance
must be used and replacements must be those specified by the
manufacturer.
manufacturer.
• Inspect heater before each use. If a damaged part is detected, do not
operate until an original equipment replacement part has been properly
installed. Use of unauthorized parts will void warranty and create an
unsafe condition.
installed. Use of unauthorized parts will void warranty and create an
unsafe condition.
• Do not attempt to use this appliance without a functional factory-supplied
gas regulator in place. If regulator becomes damaged, use only a factory-
supplied replacement.
supplied replacement.
• Prior to operating heater, replace any guards or protective devices
removed for servicing.
• During operation, do not touch burner assembly. The surface of heater’s
emitter can reach temperatures approaching 1600ºF.
• After shutdown, do not touch burner assembly until heater has cooled
(approximately 45 minutes after use).
Notice: This product should not be used with any fuel other than liquid
propane. Use of other fuels will detract from heaters performance and will
void your warranty.
propane. Use of other fuels will detract from heaters performance and will
void your warranty.
Before you do anything else,
read and understand all
precautions in Safety First!
WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY
• Purchaser assumes all risk in
the assembly and operation
of this unit. Failure to follow
this manual’s WARNINGs
and instructions can result in
severe personal injury, death
or property damage.
of this unit. Failure to follow
this manual’s WARNINGs
and instructions can result in
severe personal injury, death
or property damage.
• Do not use in an explosive
atmosphere. Keep heater
away from areas where
flammable liquids, gasoline,
vapors, or explosives are
stored or used.
away from areas where
flammable liquids, gasoline,
vapors, or explosives are
stored or used.
Rhino
Blue
(Push in)
ON
Push
Push
Ignitor
Ignitor
Pilot
OFF
36"
36"