Blue Rhino GWU512A User Manual
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Owner’s manual: model GWU511A outdoor patio heater
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Contact 1.800.762.1142 for assistance.
Do not return to place of purchase.
Owner’s manual: model GWU511A outdoor patio heater
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Safety First!
Read and become familiar with this entire manual, especially the following 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.
make sure there is fresh air ventilation.
• Always maintain at least 36” clearance (top) and 24” clearance (side) 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.
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.
• 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.
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.
• 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.
other fuels will detract from heaters performance and will void your warranty.
Caution: Liquid propane (LP) gas is flammable and hazardous if handled
improperly. Become aware of the characteristics before using any LP product.
improperly. Become aware of the characteristics before using any LP product.
• LP Characteristics – Flammable, explosive under pressure, heavier than air - settles in
pools in low areas.
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.
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.
from areas where flammable
liquids, gasoline, vapors, or
explosives are stored or used.
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