Lava Heat Alto Propane Patio Heater Owner`s Manual
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1. ITALIA PROPANE 16 5 D gt WWW LAVAHEAT COM LAVAWHEAT ITALIA A DANGER If you smell gas 1 Shut off gas to the appliance 2 Extinguish any open flame 3 If odor continues keep away from the appliance and immediately call your gas supplier or fire department A WARNING Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliance A WARNING For Outdoor Use Only CAUTION Installer Leave the instruction manual with the user for future use Consumer Please keep this manual for future reference CERTIFIED RTS Model SRPH30 XXXX Read the instructions before use This appliance must be installed in accordance with such regulations as are in force ALTO Owner s Manual a P Be c gt PRECAUTIONS CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD This appliance can produce carbon monoxide which has no odor Using it in an enclosed space can kill you Never use this appliance in an enclosed space such as a camper tent or home Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury death or property damage Read the installation operatin2. 3pcs 6 70 double pointed bolts 10 6pcs 6mm washers 9 and 3 pcs M6 nuts 8 Hardware Used M6 Nut x3 9 6mm Washer x6 0 M6x70 Double Pointed Bolts x3 Step 6 Open the door Put cylinder into the big hole on bottom panel and lock the cylinder chain SAFETY CHECK Check for leaks Your patio heater has been checked at all factory connections for leakage To check the connection at the gas hose regulator cylinder 1 Make leakage solution by mixing 1part liquid dish soap and 3 parts water 2 Spoon or brush several drops or use squirt bottle of the solution onto hose connection regulator amp cylinder connection hose connection 3 Turn on gas cylinder valve Inspect the connections and look for bubbles 4 If no bubbles appear the connection is safe 5 If bubbles appear there is a leak Loosen and re tighten this connection If there is still a leak please call customer service regulator amp cylinder 1 866 814 0585 connection Note 1 The cylinder supply system must be arranged for vapor withdrawal 2 The cylinder used must include a collar to protect the cylinder valve 10 IGNITER BATTERY INSTALLATION Instruction For Installing Battery Remove igniter button by turning counter clockwise Install AAA battery with positive terminal up as indicated in Ignition button diagram Replace igniter butto
3. 1 minute you are unable to light burner wait 5 minutes and allow flammable vapors to dissipate before attempting to light heater WARNING FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT touch or move heater for at least 45 minutes after use Allow emitter and dome to cool before touching WARNING Lighting operations should comply with Lighting Instruction section Improper lighting operations will cause serious injury and explosion OPERATION 3 Push and turn the control knob counter clockwise to the PILOT position Depress the control knob Push and hold the igniter button until the pilot lights 4 Once the pilot is lit release the igniter button and continue to depress the control knob for 30 seconds 5 After depressing the control knob for 30 seconds release the control knob and turn it counter clockwise to the LOW or HIGH position Note If the pilot light will not ignite turn the control knob to the off position and fully close the propane tank valve Wait 5 minutes and then repeat steps 2 4 Alternately the pilot can be lit using a wand lighter Push and turn the control knob to the pilot position Depress the control knob Insert the lit lighter through the ignition hole on the emitter screen Once the pilot lights remove the lighter and continue to depress the control knob for 30 seconds Whenever the unit is disconnected from the gas supply the supply lines fill with
4. air Expect a delay in lighting the pilot if the unit is lit for the first time after reconnecting Flame Characteristic The flame pattern at the emitter screen should be visually checked whenever heater is operated Normally the burner Yellow Tip flame is blue but little yellow flame is acceptable Blue ame If the flames extend beyond the surface of the emitter grid or the flame is lifting off the burner or flashing back or there is black carbon deposits 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 13 OPERATION CAUTION AVOID INHALING FUMES EMITTED FROM THE HEATER S FIRST USE SMOKE AND ODOR FROM THE BURNING OF OILS USED IN MANUFACTURING WILL APPEAR BOTH SMOKE AND ODOR WILL DISSIPATE AFTER APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES THE HEATER SHOULD NOT PRODUCE THICK BLACK SMOKE NOTE The burner may be noisy when initially turned on To eliminate excessive noise from the burner turn the Control Knob to the LOW position Then turn the knob to the level of heater desired When heater is ON Emitter screen will become bright red due to intense heat The color is more visible at night Burner will display tongues of blue flame These flames should not be yellow or produce thick black smoke indicating an obstruction of airflow through the burners Operation pressu
5. the heater Clothing or other flammable materials should not be hung from the heater or placed on or near the heater Any guard or other protective device removed for servicing the heater must be replaced prior to operating the heater Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person 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 control compartment burners and circulating air passageways of the heater be kept clean Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flam mable vapors and liquids Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and venti lation air Keep the ventilation opening s of the cylinder enclosure free and clear from debris This appliance shall be used only in a well ventilated space and shall not be used in a build ing garage or any other enclosed area An appliance may be installed with shelter no more inclusive than With walls on all sides but with no overhead cover Within a partial enclosure which includes an overhead cover and no more than two side walls These side walls may be parallel as in a breezeway or at right angles to each other PRECAUTIONS NOTE PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING SAFETY RULES WARNING
6. Within a partial enclosure which includes an overhead cover and three side walls as long as 30 percent or more of the horizontal periphery of the enclosure is permanently open This appliance requires 9kg 20lb LP gas supply cylinder The LP gas supply cylinder to be used must be Constructed and marked in accordance with the Specifications for LP gas cylinders of the U S Department of Transportation DOT or the Standard for Cylinders Spheres and Tubes for Transportation of Dangerous Goods and Com mission CAN CSA B339 as applicable Provided with listed overfilling prevention device and provided with a cylinder connection device compatible with the connection for the appliance The cylinder is to be disconnected when the appliance is not in use Storage of an appliance indoors is permissible only if the cylinder is disconnected and removed from the appliance A cylinder must be stored outdoors in a well ventilated area out of the reach of children A disconnected cylinder must have dust caps tightly installed and must not be stored in a build ing garage or any other enclosed area The pressure regulator and hose assembly sup plied with the appliance must be used replace ment pressure regulators and hose assemblies must be those specified by the appliance manu facturer The hose assembly must be replaced prior to the appliance being put into operation if there is evid
7. ammable liquids or vapors are stored or used Figure 1 15 MAINTENANCE STORAGE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE To enjoy years of outstanding performance from your heater make sure you perform the following maintenance activities on a regular basis Keep exterior surfaces clean Use warm soapy water for cleaning Never use flammable of corrosive cleaning agents While washing your unit be sure to keep the area around the burner and pilot assembly dry at all times If the gas control is exposed to water in any way do NOT try to use it It must be replaced Keep the appliance area free and clean from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids not obstructing the flow of combustion and ventilation air keeping the ventilation opening s of the cylinder enclosure free and clear from debris Visually check burner flames Screw down the screws on pole take out the burner head assembly Check if there are cracks or worn sections on hose If yes please call our customer service to replace hose At least once a year the unit should be inspected for the presence of spiders spider webs or other insects Air flow must be unobstructed Keep controls burner and circulating air passageways clean Signs of possible blockage include Gas odor with extreme yellow tipping of flame Heater does NOT reach the desired temperature Heater glow is excessively uneven e Heater makes popping noise
8. ence of excessive abrasion or wear or if the hose is damaged Do not store a spare LP gas cylinder under or near this appliance Never fill the cylinder beyond 80 percent full Do not clean the heater with cleaners that are combustible or corrosive Place the dust cap on the cylinder valve outlet whenever the cylinder is not in use Only install the type of dust cap on the cylinder valve that is provided with the cylinder valve Other types of caps or plugs may result in leakage of propane Certain materials or items when stored under the heater will be subjected to radiant heat and could be seriously damaged Inspect the visible portion of the hose before each use of the appliance and inspect the entire hose assembly at lease annually The cylinder used must include a collar to protect the cylinder valve WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS NOTE PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING SAFETY RULES Perform a leak test with a soapy solution 1 To check gas connections 2 After connecting a new cylinder 3 Upon re assembly after disassembly This heater is designed to operate with a standard 20 16 propane cylinder with Approved Cylinder Connection PREPARATION Before beginning assembly of product make sure all parts are present If any part is missing or damaged do not attempt to assemble the product Contact customer service for replacement parts TOOLS NEEDED NOT INCLUDED Adjustable opening wrench Philip
9. free of charge for installation by the consumer Defects or damage caused by the use of other than genuine parts are not covered by this warranty This warranty shall be effective from the date of purchase as shown in the purchaser s receipt This warranty is valid for the original consumer purchaser only and excludes industrial commercial or business use of the product product damage due to shipment or failure which results from alteration product abuse or product misuse whether performed by a contractor service company or consumer We will not be responsible for labor charges and or damage incurred in installation repair or replace ment nor for incidental or consequential damage When You Receive Your Product If Your Product is Damaged Requires Technical Support Requires Parts e Or If You Have A Sales Question Or You Would Like To Offer Product Feedback Please contact the manufacturer LAVA HEAT ITALIA 888 779 5282 or CS LAVAHEAT COM DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT TO RETAILER LAVA HEAT ITALIA Toll free No 1 888 779 LAVA 1 888 779 5282 Addr 5999 Malburg Way Vernon CA 90058 16 Dear Valued Lava Heat Italia Customer Thank you for purchasing a Lava Heat Italia product Congratulations and welcome to the Lava Heat Italia family Our mission is to design and construct beautifully engineered high quality products for all to use and enjoy for years to come Lava Heat was originally founded by lead designer a
10. g and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment SPECIFICATION CSA Height Overall 2 28m 89 8 Reflector Diameter 85cm 33 5 Rated Heat Input 48000 BTU HR LPG 20Lb 9kg LP Gas cylinder 11 0 W C Flame failure device anti tilt switch amp pilot 250PSI Min 5 5 PRECAUTIONS NOTE PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING SAFETY RULES WARNING The installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 NFPA58 Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code CSA B149 1 or Propane Storage and Handling Code B149 2 The heater when installed must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA 22 1 Prior to use check for damaged parts such as hoses regulators burner All leak tests should be done with a soapy solu tion NEVER USE AN OPEN FLAME TO CHECK FOR LEAKAGE The propane hose with regulator assembly shall be located out of pathways where people may trip over it or in areas where the hose will not be subject to accidental damage Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the area of
11. n Control knob Replace Battery N Ignition button AAA battery 11 OPERATION WARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE HEATER UNTIL YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL PRECAUTIONS FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE Before turning gas supply ON Your heater was designed and approved for OUTDOOR USE ONLY DO NOT use it inside a building or any other enclosed area Make sure surrounding areas are free of combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors or liquids Ensure that there is no obstruction to air ventilation Be sure all gas connections are tight and there are no leaks Be sure the access panel is clear of debris Be sure any component removed during assembly or servicing is replaced and fastened prior to starting Before Lighting Heater should be thoroughly inspected before each use and by a qualified service person at least annually If relighting a hot heater always wait at least 5 minutes This heater is tested for quality assurance Ignition attempts should succeed 8 out of 10 attempts Lighting instructions 1 Push and turn the control knob to OFF position 2 Turn LP cylinder gas valve to fully open position 12 WARNING FOR YOUR SAFETY If at any time you are unable to light burner and smell gas wait 5 minutes to allow gas to dissipate before attempting to light heater If after
12. nd chief engineer Mr JR Zioni in Modena Italy in 1997 Today Lava Heat Italia has expanded to the USA and offers well over 100 innova tive heating cooling and home appliance products worldwide We encourage you to visit our website www LavaHeat com to get a detailed view of our most up to date list of cutting edge products We appreciate your business Sincerely MANUFACTURED BY A LAVA V HEAT ITALIA LAVA HEAT ITALIA T 888 779 LAVA T 888 779 5282 VERNON CA 90058 WWW LAVAHEAT COM
13. re checked If the flame is very small this is because the supply pressure is not enough Please refill gas cylinder Re light 1 Turn the control knob to OFF position 2 Wait five 5 minutes before attempting to relight pilot 3 Repeat steps beginning with step 2 of the lighting instruction above Shut down instructions 1 Push in and turn control knob clockwise to OFF position 2 Turn LP cylinder gas valve clockwise to OFF position when heater is not in use Note After use some discoloration of the emitter screen is normal The Event of Gas Leakage 1 Turn the control knob to OFF position 2 Turn LP cylinder valve to OFF position 3 Wait 5 minutes to allow gas to dissipate 4 If odor continues immediately call gas supplier WARNING Heater will be hot after use Handle with extreme care 14 LOCATING HEADER FOR USE CAUTION WHEN CERTAIN MATERIALS OR ITEMS ARE LEFT ABOVE BESIDE OR UNDER THIS HEATER WHILE IN USE THEY WILL BE SUBJECT TO RADIANT HEAT AND COULD BE SERIOUSLY DAMAGED This heater is primarily used for the heating of outdoor patios decks spas pools and open working areas Always make sure that adequate fresh air ventilation is provided Follow the spacing tolerances shown in Figure 1 at all times This heater must be placed on level firm ground Never operate in an explosive atmosphere Keep away from areas where gasoline or other fl
14. s 16 Yellow Tip Primarily Blue Flame WARNING FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT touch or move heater for at least 45 minutes after use Allow all burner elements to cool before touching Check for cracks worn sections NOTE In a salt air environment such as near an ocean corrosion occurs more quickly than normal Frequently check for corroded areas and repair them promptly NOTE Wait until heater is cool before covering MAINTENANCE STORAGE Spiders and insects can nest in the burner or orifices This dangerous condition can damage heater and render it unsafe for use Clean burner holes by using a heavy duty pipe cleaner Compressed air may help clear away smaller particles NOTE Wait until heater is cool before covering Carbon deposits may create a fire hazard Clean dome and engine with warm soapy water if any carbon deposits develop STORAGE Between uses e Turn the control knob to OFF position Turn LP cylinder to OFF position Store heater upright in an area sheltered from direct contact with inclement weather such as rain sleet hail snow dust and debris If desired cover heater to protect exterior surfaces and to help prevent build up in air passages During periods of extended inactivity or when transporting e Turn the control knob to OFF position Disconnect the regulator from the LP Cylinder by turning counter clock
15. s screwdriver Estimated time for assembly 30 minutes ao X Reflector Burner Assembly Upper Pole gt Lower Pole Desk surface Pole supporting board Cylinder Chain 6 Nuts 6mm Washers 6 70 Double Pointed Bolts as 5 4mm Washers 5 M4x8 Bolts 6 5mm Washers 6 M5x12 Bolts O 6 5 12 Bolts 4 M6x14 Bolts PARTS LIST EXPLODED VIEW O ASSEMBLY WARNING Read ALL assembly instructions thoroughly and carefully to insure proper safe assembly Step 1 Insert lower pole 4 into the pole supporting board 6 fix it with 6 pcs 5mm washers 14 and 6 pcs 5 12 bolts 15 Step 2 Put the desk surface 5 the lower pole 4 fix it with 4 pcs 6 14 bolts 16 Hardware Used 8 5 X 12 bolt S X6 4 5mm washer X6 Hardware Used M6 X 14 bolt 4 ASSEMBLY Step 3 Connect the upper pole 3 on the lower pole 4 fix it with 6pcs M5x12 bolts 13 Hardware Used 3 5 12 Bolt Step 4 Insert the burner assembly 2 in the upper pole 3 fix it with 5 4mm washers 11 and 5pcs 4 8 bolts 12 Hardware Used M4 X8 bolt X5 0 4mm washer 5 ASSEMBLY Step 5 Install reflector assembly 1 fix it with
16. wise and move to a secure well ventilated location outdoors DO NOT store in a location that will exceed 125 degrees F e Store heater upright in an area sheltered from direct contact with inclement weather such as rain sleet hail snow dust and debris If desired cover heater to protect exterior surfaces and to help prevent build up in air passages 17 TROUBLESHOOTING Pilot will not light Pilot will not stay on Burner will not light Gas valve may be OFF Turn the gas valve ON Tank fuel empty Refill LP gas tank Air in supply system Purge air from lines Loose connection Debris around pilot Check all fittings Clean dirty area Loose connection Tighten connection Thermocouple Contact customer service Gas leak in line Check connections Lack of fuel pressure Pressure is low Fuel tank is near empty Fuel tank is near empty Control valve not ON Turn valve to ON Thermocouple broken Contact customer service Pilot light assembly bent or not in correct location 18 Contact customer service FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY The appliance has been manufactured under the highest standards of quality and workmanship We warrant to the original consumer purchaser that all aspects of this product will be free of defects in material and workmanship for five 5 year from the date of purchase A replacement for any defective part will be supplied
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