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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CORRECT AND SAFE OPERATION
Operating a natural draft appliance safely and correctly requires an understanding of the information
contained within this manual, including all information relating to installation requirements, operating
procedures and safety warnings. A natural draft diesel appliance cannot be operated by anyone
unfamiliar with its operation or unfamiliar with the contents of this manual.
Additionally it is strongly recommended that everyone putting a natural draft appliance into operation
familiarizes themselves with the diesel appliance install, maintenance and operating video guides
published by Dickinson Marine. These videos are available at dickinsonmarine.com/pages/support and
can be found on youtube.com/@dickinsonmarine1932
Never put a natural draft diesel appliance into operation leave it to run in your absence. A
person familiar with the contents of this manual must be present at all times to provide the
adjustments required to maintain clean combustion inside the appliance.
THIS APPLIANCE MUST NEVER BE ALLOWED TO OPERATE UNATTENDED!
! CARBON MONOXIDE
WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND INSTALLING A CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR INSIDE THE ROOM
WHERE YOU INSTALL THE APPLIANCE - A CO DETECTOR CAN SAVE LIVES!
Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas.
In homes and other enclosed spaces, carbon monoxide (CO) is dangerous; it can make you sick or, in
extreme cases, cause brain damage and death. CO poisoning symptoms include headache, shortness of
breath, dizziness, drowsiness, watering and sore eyes, confusion, nausea and fatigue. Even a small amount
of CO is dangerous in your home, garage, vehicle, cottage, boat, recreational vehicle or tent. Children,
people with heart and respiratory conditions, and the elderly, may be particularly sensitive to CO’s effects.
• For your safety we recommend that a Carbon Monoxide detector be installed near the appliance
• NEVER operate this appliance with its glass cracked, damaged or removed.
• NEVER operate this appliance without the approved venting system installed to the manufacturers
instructions
• Be aware of environmental signs, such as an abnormal burning odor, stale or stuffy air, abnormal
moisture forming on windows and walls, soot on equipment or rich, dark flames in the appliance. If any
of these occur, turn off the appliance and share your concerns with a licensed professional.
If you suspect CO is present or someone is showing symptoms of CO poisoning:
• Evacuate the building and call 911.
• If safe to do so, open windows and turn off appliances you suspect may be releasing CO.
• Call your propane supplier or a qualified service technician to check CO levels and your propane
equipment
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