1. Read all safety precautions and follow L.B. Whiterecommendations when installing this heater. Ifduring the installation or relocating of heater, yoususpect that a part is damaged or defective, call aqualified service agency for repair or replacement.2. Position heater properly before use. The heater mustbe installed on a level, flat, horizontal and stablesurface when hot or in operation and according tominimum clearances from combustible surfaces suchas walls, floor or ceilings. Do not place combustiblematerials within this zone of clearance. Minimumsafe distances are as follows:Top to Ceiling 5 ft. 10 in.All Sides 4 ft.Gas Supply 6 ft.3. L.P Gas Installation Requirements■ Ensure all L.P. gas containers are secured andprotected from people, vehicular traffic andcontact.■ L.P. gas containers must be located on a flat,level,and stable surface.■ L.P. gas cylinders (100 lb. cylinders/tanks) must besecured from tip-over.Contact your local authorities, L.P. gas dealers, or firemarshalls for specifics dealing with installation in yourarea.4. Position the heater and its gas supply hose so as toprotect heater and its gas supply hose from traffic.Protect hoses with a shielding device of suitablenature to protect the hose from traffic and movementor other construction equipment.5. The heater is approved for indoor use only. Theheater shall be installed so it is not directly exposed towater spray, rain, and /or dripping water.6. The heater’s gas pressure regulator (with pressurerelief valve) must be protected from adverse weatherconditions (rain, ice, snow) as well as from buildingmaterials (tar, concrete, plaster, etc.) which can affectsafe operation and could result in property damage orinjury.7. Heaters used in the vicinity of combustible tarpaulins,canvas, plastics, wind barriers, or similar coveringsshall be located at least 10 feet from the coverings.The coverings shall be securely fastened to preventignition or upsetting of the heater due to wind actionon the covering or other material.8. Check all connections for gas leaks using approvedgas leak detectors. Gas leak testing is performed asfollows:-- Check all pipe connections, hose connections,fittings and adapters upstream of the gascontrol with approved gas leak detectors.-- In the event a gas leak is detected, check thecomponents involved for cleanliness andproper application of pipe compound beforefurther tightening.-- Furthermore tighten the gas connections asnecessary to stop the leak.-- After all connections are checked and anyleaks are stopped, turn on the main burner.-- Stand clear while the main burner ignites toprevent injury caused from hidden leaks thatcould cause flashback.-- With the main burner in operation, check allconnections, hose connections, fittings andjoints as well as the gas control valve inlet andoutlet connections with approved gas leakdetectors.-- If a leak is detected, check the componentsinvolved for cleanliness in the thread areasand proper application of pipe compoundbefore further tightening.-- Tighten the gas connection as necessary tostop the leak.WARNINGFire or explosion hazard.Can cause property damage, severe injury or death.1. To avoid dangerous accumulation of fuel gas, turn offthe gas supply at the heater service valve beforestarting installation, and perform gas leak test aftercompletion of installation.2. Do not force the gas control button. Use only normalhand pressure to depress the button. Never use anytools. If the button will not operate by normal handpressure, the control should be replaced by aqualified service technician. Force or attemptedrepair may result in fire or explosion.7Installation InstructionsGENERALWARNINGFire and Explosion Hazard■ Do not use open flame (matches, torches, candles,etc.) in checking for gas leaks.■ Use only approved leak detectors.■ Failure to follow this warning can lead to fires orexplosions.■ Fires or explosions can lead to property damage,personal injury or loss of life.