LEAK CHECK
WARNING: PERFORM ALL LEAK TESTS OUTDOORS. EXTINGUISH ALL OPEN FLAMES. NEVER
LEAK TEST WHEN SMOKING. DO NOT USE THE HEATER UNTIL ALL CONNECTIONS HAVE
BEEN LEAK TESTED AND DO NOT LEAK.
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Make 2-3 oz. of leak check solution (one part liquid dish-washing detergent and
three parts water).
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Apply several drops of solution where hose attaches to regulator.
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Apply several drops of solution where regulator connects to Cylinder.
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Make sure all Patio Heater & Light valves are OFF.
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Turn Cylinder Valve ON.
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If bubbles appear at any connection, there is a leak.
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Turn Cylinder Valve OFF.
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If leak is at Hose/Regulator connection: tighten connection and perform
another leak test.
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If leak is at Regulator/Cylinder Valve connection: disconnect, reconnect, and perform another leak
check. If you continue to see bubbles after several attempts, cylinder valve is defective and should
be returned to cylinder's place of purchase. If NO bubbles appear at any connection, the connec-
tions are secure.
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Turn Cylinder Valve OFF.
NOTE: Whenever gas connections are loosened or removed, you must perform a complete leak test.
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Complete installation.
Propane Patio Heater Manual
ASSEMBLY
Regulator / Cylinder
Connection
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