Sure Heat FM35PHLP Patio Heater - Manual (Page 13)

Care 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 surface clean.
Use warm soapy water for cleaning. Never use flammable or corrosive cleaning agents.
While cleaning your unit, be sure to keep the area around the burner and pilot assembly dry at all
times. Do not submerge the control valve assembly. If the gas control is submerged in water, DO
NOT use it. It must be replaceed.
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.
• Heater makes popping noise.
• Spider and insects can nest in the burners of this or any other heater and cause the gas to
flow from the front of the burner. This is a very dangerous condition which can cause a fire to
occur behind the valve panel, thereby damaging the heater and making it unsafe to operate. We
recommend you check the heater and remove any spiders, insects and webs at least once a year to
reduce this risk.
• Carbon deposits may create a fire hazard. Clean dome and burner screen with warm soapy water
if any carbon deposits develop.
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.
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! WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT touch or move heater for at
least 45 minutes after use.
Reflector is hot to the touch.
Allow reflector to cool before touching.
Location:
1. This portable heater is intended for outdoor
use only. Always ensure that adequate fresh air
ventilation is provided.
2. Always maintain proper clearance to
combustible materials, 18 inches above and a
minimum of 24 inches from the sides.
3. The heater must be fixed on a strong and
stable table.
4. Never operate the heater in an explosive
atmosphere like in areas where gasoline or other
flammable liquids or vapors are stored.