Texsport 14223 Sportmat Propane Heater - Manual

Thank you for buying a Texsport Authentic Adventure Gear product. We hope
you enjoy your new heater and that it will serve you for many years to come.
We encourage you to read and understand each step of the set-up and safe-
ty operation instructions prior to working with this heater.
FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
• NEVER use in an enclosed area.
• DO NOT expose the propane cylinder to excessive heat.
• Never operate heater with missing or damaged parts.
• Always check burner holes prior to each operation. If blockage
is found DO NOT use heater.
• Always inspect heater, propane cylinder and regulator and
hose assembly for damage, debris or dirt before attaching the
heater to the propane cylinder.
• If any damaged is discovered, DO NOT USE.
• DO NOT USE AS A SPACE HEATER OR FOR ILLUMINATION.
• Always attach/detach propane cylinder outdoors away from
any open flame or pilot lights and only when the heater is cool.
• When storing or transporting heater always disconnect the
propane cylinder and store it in a cool, well ventilated location,
in an upright position.
• Be sure connection to propane cylinder is tightly secure (hand
tighten only) prior to each use.
• Never operate the heater near any flammable liquid or vapors.
Keep all flammable or combustible materials beyond the clear-
ance zone as indicated on page 4 of this manual.
• Discontinue operation of the heater and close valve if:
– ambient temperature drops below -10˚ F.
– there is no fuel remaining in the propane cylinder
– combustion becomes unstable
– lighting cannot be performed quickly and easily
– you experience repeated flame outs
• Should blockage occur in the fuel jet do not attempt to clear
with a metal object. Call Texsport Customer Service at
800-231-1402 8AM – 5PM CST Mon-Fri.
• Never leave heater unattended when hot or in use.
• KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
CONNECTING THE FUEL SOURCE
Step 1......Unpack heater. Carefully compare contents to parts list
on reverse side.
Step 2......Use only the approved 16.4 oz/465 g disposable
propane cylinder approved for use by the United States
Department of Transportation DOT-NRC 232/290
M1110.
Step 3......Make sure that the burner control valve knobs are
turned off. Twist in a clockwise direction.
Step 4......Attach the propane cylinder onto the regulator assembly
hose (hand tighten only).
Step 5......Please check all connections for leaks using soapy
water. Bubbles will form if there is a leak present.
Step 6......When you are sure there are no leaks, you may
proceed to setup/lighting your heater.
SETUP/LIGHTING YOUR HEATER
Step 1......Turn the control valve knob counter clockwise
to a low or medium setting. Gas will begin to flow and
and now press the ignition button repeatedly until
heating element lights.
Step 3......If heater fails to light, turn off the valve. Allow any gas
to dissipate and check for a fuel blockage while
following all the safety instructions listed.
Step 4......Repeat above instructions for lighting the heater.
If heater still does not light – call Texsport Customer Service at
800-231-1402 8AM – 5PM CST Mon-Fri.
USING YOUR HEATER
Step 1......After heater has ignited, adjust to desired heat level.
Step 2......Keep children, pets and flammable materials well away
from ignited burner.
Step 3......While ignited DO NOT touch the heating area. Only
the control knob should be touched during operation.
Step 4......Heater surfaces are very hot and should not be handled
or moved, except after being shut down.
Step 5......Allow heater to cool for 15 minutes before moving or
storage.
MAINTENANCE
Be sure to keep equipment clean and make sure burners are
always unobstructed. Propane appliances seldom require service as
long as you keep valves and orifices away from dirt and dust.
Always blow the valve clean before connecting it to a cylinder. If
damaged DO NOT use the appliance and contact Texsport
Customer Service at 800-231-1402 8AM – 5PM CST Mon-Fri.
DO NOT PERFORM MAINTENANCE WHILE
THE HEATER IS STILL HOT.
PLEASE ALLOW ADEQUATE TIME TO COOL.
MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO
FLAMMABLES OR COMBUSTIBLES
Please keep heater away from any flammable or combustible mate-
rials or objects. DO NOT allow any fabric, clothing or any flamma-
ble or combustible material to come within the following distance
restrictions.
22” from all sides of heater
22”
22”
22”
22”
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