GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION. Mi-T-M Propane Tank-Top Radiant Portable Heater

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING: IMPROPER USE OF THIS HEATER CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM

BURNS, FIRE, EXPLOSION, ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND /OR CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING.

WARNING: NOT FOR USE WITH DUCTWORK.

WARNING: NOT FOR HOME OR RECREATIONAL VEHICLE USE. THE HOSE ASSEMBLY SHALL BE

PROTECTED FROM TRAFFIC, BUILDING MATERIAL AND CONTACT WITH HOT SURFACES

BOTH DURING USE AND WHILE IN STORAGE.

IMPORTANT: Read this User's Manual carefully and completely before attempting to operate or service this heater. Improper use of the heater can cause serious injury or death from fire, explosion and carbon monox ide poisoning.

Every possible circumstance that may involve a hazard cannot be anticipated. The warnings in this manual and attached to the unit are therefore not all-inclusive. If a procedure, work method or operating technique not specifically recommended by the manufactorer is used, you must be sure it is safe for you and others.

You should also insure that equipment will not be damaged or made unsafe by the operating or maintenance method you choose.

This heater is designed and approved for use as a construction heater in accordance with the standard for

Gas-Fired Construction Heaters ANS Z83.7 * CSA 2.14-2017. CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL FIRE SAFETY

AUTHORITY IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT APPLICATIONS. Other standards govern the use of fuel gasses and heating products for specific uses. Your local authority can advise you about these.

You must provide the propane gas and cylinder(s). Use this heater only with a propane vapor withdrawal supply system. Refer to Chapter 5 of the Standard for Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gas ,

ANSI/NFPA 58. Your local library or fire department will have this booklet.

NEVER LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE BURNING OR WHILE CONNECTED TO A FUEL

SOURCE.

WARNING: AIR QUALITY HAZARD

• Do not use this heater for heating human living quarters

• Use of direct-fired heaters in the construction environment can result in exposure to levels of CO,

CO

2

, and NO

2

considered to be hazardous to health and potentially life threatening

• Do not use in unventilated areas

• Know the signs of CO and CO

2

poisoning • Headaches, stinging eyes • Dizziness, disorientation •

Difficulty breathing, feels of being suffocated

• Proper ventilation air exchange (OSHA 29 CFR 1926.57) to support combustions and maintain acceptable air quality shall be provided in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926.154, ANSI A10.10

Safety Requirements for Temporary and Portable Space Heating Devices and Equipment used in the

Construction Industry or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Codes CSA B149.1

• Periodically monitor levels of CO, CO

2 the start of the shift and after 4 hours.

and NO

2

existing at the construction site – at the minimum at

• Provide ventilation air exchange, either natural or mechanical, as required to maintain acceptable indoor air quality

• Ensure that the flow of combustion and ventilation air exchanges cannot become obstructed

• As the building “tightens up” during the construction phase ventilation may need to be increased

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