- 1). Insert the end of a propane hose and regulator into the threads on a propane cylinder. Turn the fitting to tighten by hand. Place an adjustable wrench on the fitting with one hand and hold the tank steady with the other hand. Turn the wrench to tighten the fitting completely. Depending on the design of your heater and tank, the regulator may tighten in either a clockwise or counterclockwise direction.
- 2). Press the loose end of a propane hose onto the inlet stem on the heater rear. Place an adjustable wrench on the inlet fitting and tighten fully.
- 3). Plug the heater power cord into a grounded electrical socket or extension cord.
- 4). Grasp the valve on the propane tank top near the fuel line. Turn the valve counterclockwise until it stops. This action opens the flow valve to introduce propane into the heater.
- 5). Push the gas control knob in while turning to the "Low" or "Ignite" setting on the heater. This action starts the fan and motor on the heater. Hold the knob in this position while continuing to press it in for about 30 seconds. The electronic igniter will emit a spark to light the heater. Older models may not have an electronic igniter. Follow the same procedure to turn the heater on. Hold a spark lighter near the end of the heater and squeeze the two handles together to emit a spark and light the heater.
- 6). Turn the gas valve knob on the heater to "Medium" or "High" to warm the work area.
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