Alva GH301 Instruction Manual - Page 2
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Print PageIMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
As with all gas appliances, misuse of this appliance or failure
to fully follow these instructions may cause fire, injury or death.
Please read all the instructions before using your gas heater.
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THIS UNIT MUST BE THOROUGHLY CHECKED BEFORE
USE.
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Ensure that all the gas fittings are correctly and firmly fitted
before every use.
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DO NOT use this heater if you do not clearly understand the
instructions and/or how to operate the controls.
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Phone the customer care line at 086 100 ALVA (2582) or email
[email protected] for assistance.
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DO NOT use this heater in an enclosed area, which could
restrict airflow, as this is a flue-less heater (It does not have a
fixed chimney). Always make sure there is enough fresh air en-
tering the room, by opening a door or window in the same room.
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DO NOT operate this heater in a bedroom, caravan, boat or any
area less than 80 cubic meters(roughly 5 x 5 metres).
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DO NOT leave the heater unattended while in use.
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Ensure that the gas supply is turned OFF after use and while
the heater is unattended.
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DO NOT move the heater while in use.
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DO NOT place objects on or against the heater.
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DO NOT attempt to use the heater as a stove.
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DO NOT use a naked flame to test for leaks. Follow the Leak
Testing procedure outlined under 'LEAK TEST'.
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NEVER use this heater with a cylinder other than the size
recommended
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DO NOT touch the dress guard (front wire grill), as it gets very
hot, while in use or after it has been switched off and is cooling.
The dress guard does not give protection. No part of the dress
guard should be removed or changed.
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DO NOT unscrew the regulator while the heater is on or if the
cylinder valve is open.
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DO NOT use a heater you suspect is faulty.
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When turning the heater off, first turn the gas off at the control
valve (on the heater) and then make sure to close the cylinder
valve.
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For safety reasons, only a qualified technician may execute
maintenance and repairs. The guarantee for the heater will be
rendered void if the heater is serviced or repaired by any one
other than an Alva appointed technician.
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The heater should be inspected once a year by a qualified tech-
nician, to make sure the unit is safe and fault free.
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The operator is responsible for the safety of all third parties
while the heater is in use.
Please read the
instructions carefully
before use.
Retain this manual for
future reference.
DO NOT place the
heater near walls, cur-
tains or furniture while
in use. The heater
should always face the
centre of the room, as
indicated below.
The recommended
positioning of a gas
heater in any living
environment. Always
have a clearance of at
least 500mm on the
sides and back and
±1000mm (1m) in front
of it.