Blue Rhino GLL905W Camping Equipment User Manual

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WARNING

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

For Outdoor Use Only

(outside any enclosure)

DANGER

If you smell gas -

1. Do not attempt to

light appliance.

2. Extinguish any open

flame.

3. Disconnect from fuel

supply.

DANGER

CARBON MONOXIDE

HAZARD

• This appliance can

produce carbon

monoxide which has

no odor.

• Using it in an

enclosed space can

kill you.

• Never use this

appliance in an

enclosed space such

as a camper, tent, car

or home.

WARNING

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

Do not store or use

gasoline or other liquids

with flammable vapors

in the vicinity of this or

any other appliance.

DANGER: Failure to follow these

instructions, dangers, warning and cautions

in this manual may result in serious bodily

injury or death, or in a fire or an explosion

causing damage to property.

WARNING:

This lantern is for outdoor use only, and

shall not be used in a building, garage or

any other enclosed area.

Do NOT operate, light or use this appliance

within 8 feet of walls, structures or

buildings.

This lantern is NOT for commercial use.

This lantern is for use with liquid propane

(LP) gas only. The conversion to or

attempted use of natural gas in this LP gas

lantern is dangerous and will void your

warranty.

LP gas Characteristics:

a. LP gas is flammable and hazardous if

handled improperly. Become aware of

the characteristics before using any LP

gas product.

b. LP gas is explosive under pressure,

heavier than air, and settles and pools in

low areas.

c. LP gas in its natural state has no odor.

For your safety, an odorant is added that

smells like rotten cabbage.

d. Contact with LP gas can cause freeze

burns to skin.

Do not store spare LP cylinder within 10

feet (3.05 m) of this appliance.

An LP cylinder not connected for use shall

not be stored in the vicinity of this or any

other appliance.

LP gas tank needed to operate. Only tanks

marked “propane” may be used.

The LP gas tank used with the lantern must

be constructed and marked in accordance

with the Specifications for LP-gas cylinders

of the U.S. Department of Transportation

(DOT) or Transport Canada,

CAN/CSA B339.

LP gas tank must be arranged for vapor

withdrawal.

Dented or rusted LP gas tanks may be

hazardous and should be checked by your

LP gas supplier prior to use.

The LP gas tank should not be dropped or

handled roughly.

LP gas tanks must be stored outdoors out

of the reach of children and must not be

stored in a building, garage, or any other

enclosed area. Your tank must never be

stored where temperatures can reach over

125°F.

Never attempt to attach this lantern to the

self-contained LP gas system of a camper

trailer, motor home or house.

The use of alcohol, or prescription or

non-prescription drugs may impair the

consumer’s ability to properly assemble or

safely operate the appliance.

Never use lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene

or alcohol with this product.

Your lantern has been checked at all

factory connections for leaks. Recheck all

connections, as movement in shipping can

loosen connections.

Check for leaks even if your unit was

assembled for you by

someone else.

Do not operate if gas leak is present. Gas

leaks may cause a fire or explosion.

You must follow all leak-checking

procedures before operating. To prevent fire

or explosion hazard when testing for a leak:

a. Always perform leak test before lighting

the lantern and each time the tank is

connected for use.

b. No smoking. Do not use or permit

sources of ignition in the area while

conducting a leak test.

c. Conduct the leak test outdoors in a well-

ventilated area.

d. Do not use matches, lighters, or a flame

to check for leaks.

e. Do not use lantern until any and all leaks

are corrected.

If you are unable to stop a leak, disconnect

the LP gas supply. Call a gas appliance

serviceman or your local LP gas supplier.

Do not use in an explosive atmosphere.

Keep lantern area clear and free from

combustible materials, gasoline and other

flammable vapors and liquids.

Keep all combustible items and surfaces

at least 21 inches (53 cm) away from the

lantern at all times. DO NOT use this lantern

or any gas product under any overhead

or near any unprotected combustible

constructions.

It is essential to keep the lantern’s valve

compartment, burners, and circulating air

passages clean. Inspect lantern before

each use.

Do not alter lantern in any manner.

Do not use the lantern unless it is

COMPLETELY assembled and all parts are

securely fastened and tightened.

This lantern should be thoroughly cleaned

and inspected on a regular basis.

Use only the valve provided. The

replacement valve shall be that specified by

the manufacturer.

Use only Blue Rhino Global Sourcing, Inc.

factory authorized parts. The use of any

part that is not factory authorized can

be dangerous. This will also void your

warranty.

Do not use this appliance without reading

“Operating Instructions” in this manual.

Do not touch metal parts of lantern until

it has completely cooled (about 45 min.)

to avoid burns, unless you are wearing

protective gear (pot holders, gloves, BBQ

mittens, etc.).

Do not install or use in or on boats or

recreational vehicles.

When using, fire extinguishing materials

shall be readily accessible.

Do not use lantern in high winds.

Never lean over the lantern when lighting.

Do NOT use this lantern if any part has

been under water. Immediately call a

qualified service technician to inspect the

appliance and to replace any part or control

system and any gas control which has been

under water.

Do not leave a lit lantern unattended,

especially keep children and pets away

from lantern at all times.

Allow the lantern to cool before storing.

Storage of lantern indoors is permissible

only if the tank is disconnected, removed

from the lantern and properly stored

outdoors.

Do not attempt to disconnect the gas

regulator from the tank or any gas fitting

while the lantern is in use.

Disconnect cylinder when not in use.

Use of chain: Always hang lantern from a

sturdy, non-combustable support or use

with optional base (part number 55-09-287,

not included).

Use of base: Always use your lantern on a

hard, non-combustable, level surface. An

asphalt or blacktop surface may not be

acceptable for this purpose.

Do not use directly on wooden decks and

wooden picnic tables.

Keep all electrical cords away from a hot

lantern.

Do not use lantern for indoor heating.

TOXIC fumes can accumulate and cause

asphyxiation.

After a period of storage and/or nonuse,

check for leaks, and burner obstructions.

If lantern is not in use, the tank must

be disconnected and stored in a proper

location.

Do not store a spare LP gas tank under or

near this appliance.

Use protective gloves when assembling this

product.

Do not force parts together as this can

result in personal injury or damage to the

product.

Do not operate lantern with a hole or crack

in the mantle.

Do not attempt to operate the lantern

without a mantle installed.

Deaths, serious injury or damage to

property may occur if the above is not

followed exactly.

Operating Instructions

Lantern is inteded to hang from the chain on a non-

combustable, sturdy support, unless lantern is used

with optional base (part number 55-09-287, not

included).

This lantern is designed to operate with a one pound

7-3/8” high disposable / 16.4 oz. propane gas tank

(DOT 39 Cylinder).

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REFILL ANY ONE POUND

(16.4 oz.) PROPANE GAS TANKS!

Connecting Gas Tank

1. Make sure the control knob is in the “OFF” position.

(Figure 1)

2. Lubricate the threads of the regulator valve

with petroleum jelly, insert the gas tank into the

regulator valve and hand-tighten firmly. (Figure 2)

3. Insert LP gas tank into the base.

4. Test for leaks

Checking for Leaks

WARNING: Failure to inspect this connection or

follow these instructions could cause a fire or

an explosion which can cause death, serious

bodily injury, or damage to property.

1. Make 2-3 oz. of leak solution by mixing one part

liquid dishwashing soap with three parts water.

2. Make sure control knob is “OFF”.

3. Attach LP gas tank, per “Connecting Gas Tank”

instructions.

4. Spoon several drops of solution, or use squirt

bottle, at the LP gas tank to regulator connection.

5. Inspect the solution at the connections, looking for

bubbles or the smell of rotten cabbage.

a. If NO bubbles appear or smells of rotten

cabbage, the connections are secure.

b. If bubbles appear, you have a leak.

1. Loosen and retighten this connection, making

sure the connection is secure.

2. Retest with solution.

If you continue to see bubbles after several

attempts, disconnect propane source and

contact 1.800.762.1142 for assistance.

Lighting

DO NOT expose the lantern to flammable

vapors or liquids during lighting.

1. Make sure all labels, packaging and protective

films have been removed from the lantern.

2. Make sure there are no obstructions of airflow to

the gas unit. Spiders and insects can nest within

and clog the burner / venturi tube at the orifice.

A clogged burner tube can lead to a fire.

3. Control knobs must be in the “OFF” position.

(Figure 1)

4. Attach the LP gas tank per the “Connecting Gas

Tank” instructions.

Igniter: Turn the control knob counterclockwise

to “ON” and repeatedly push the igniter button to

ignite the mantle.

Match: Wearing heat reistant gloves, position the lit

long match or lit long butane lighter evenly next to

the mantle. (Figure 3)

a. Turn control knob counterclockwise to “ON”.

b. Hold lit long match or lit long butane lighter next

to mantle for up to 5 seconds.

c. Remove long match/long butane lighter.

d. Replace cap.

Note: Once the mantle has been burned, it is very

fragile. Be careful not to touch it with finger or

match.

6. If ignition does not occur in 5 seconds, turn burner

control knob “OFF”, wait 5 minutes and repeat

lighting procedure.

Caution: If burner flame goes out during

operation, immediately turn the gas “OFF” and

let the gas clear for about 5 minutes before

re-lighting.

Turning Off

1. Turn control knobs to the “OFF” position.

2. Allow lantern to completely cool.

3. Remove LP gas tank and properly store tank.

Transporting

While Lantern is ON

1. Carefully carry the lantern by the chain.

2. Do not touch any of the lantern surfaces as they

may be hot

3. Before setting the lantern down, make sure the

lantern is hanging from a sturdy, non-combustable

support or the tank is properly in the base.

While Lantern is OFF

1. The LP gas tank must be removed and stored

properly.

2. Once the lantern is cooled, place the lantern (and

optional base) in a plastic bag and secure the bag

with a string.

DO NOT COMPLETELY SEAL THE PLASTIC BAG.

Note: The plastic bag will help protect from insects.

Replacing Mantle

1. Turn control knob to “OFF” and remove LP

gas tank.

2. Allow lantern to cool completely.

3. Open cap and remove globe

4. Attach mantle

Note: Tie the mantles around grooves in burner.

Note: Evenly distribute folds on mantle. Cut off the

extra string.

5. Insert globe and close cap

6. Perform leak check

Cleaning and Care

CAUTION: All cleaning and maintenance should

be done when lantern is cool and with the fuel

supply disconnected.

CAUTION: DO NOT clean any lantern part in

a self cleaning oven. The extreme heat will

damage the finish.

CAUTION: Keep lantern clear and free from

combusitble materials, gasolline and other

flammable vapours and liquids.

CAUTION: Do NOT obstruct the flow of

combustion and ventilation air.

Notices

1. Abrasive cleaners will damage this product.

2. Never use oven cleaner to clean any part of

lantern.

Inspecting

This lantern should be inspected on a regular basis to

ensure product safety and longer product life.

WARNING: Do NOT attempt to clean this lantern

unless the flames are COMPLETELY out and

unit is cool to the touch, about 45 minutes.

1. Check burner to make sure it is secure.

2. Check valve to make sure it is clear and free of

spider nests.

3. Check all gas connections for leaks.

4. Check components for any signs of damage or rust.

5. If damage to any component is detected, do NOT

operate until repairs are executed.

Cleaning Surfaces

WARNING: Do NOT attempt to clean this lantern

unless the flames are COMPLETELY out and

unit is cool to the touch. (About 45 minutes).

WARNING: Do NOT use oven cleaner or abrasive

cleaners as they will damage this product.

1. Wipe surfaces clean with mild dishwashing

detergent or baking soda.

2. For stubborn surfaces use a citrus based degreaser

and a nylon scrubbing brush.

3. Rinse clean with water.

Product Registration

For faster warranty service, register your product

immediately at www.bluerhino.com or call

1.800.762.1142.

Limited Warranty

Blue Rhino Global Sourcing, Inc (“Vendor”) warrants

to the original retail purchaser of this product, and to

no other person, that if this product is assembled and

operated in accordance with the printed instructions

accompanying it, then for a period of one (1) year from

the date of purchase, all parts in such product shall

be free from defects in material and workmanship.

Vendor may require reasonable proof of your date

of purchase. Therefore, you should retain your sales

slip or invoice. This Limited Warranty shall be limited

to the repair or replacement of parts, which prove

defective under normal use and service and which

Vendor shall determine in its reasonable discretion

upon examination to be defective. Before returning any

parts, you should contact Vendor’s Customer Service

Department using the contact information listed below.

If Vendor conﬁrms, after examination, a defect covered

by this Limited Warranty in any returned part, and if

Vendor approves the claim, Vendor will replace such

defective part without charge. If you return defective

parts, transportation charges must be prepaid by you.

Vendor will return replacement parts to the original

retail purchaser, freight or postage prepaid.

This Limited Warranty does not cover any failures or

operating difﬁculties due to accident, abuse, misuse,

alteration, misapplication, improper installation or

improper maintenance or service by you or any

third party, or failure to perform normal and routine

maintenance on the product as set out in this owner’s

manual. In addition, the Limited Warranty does not

cover damage to the ﬁnish, such as scratches, dents,

discoloration, rust or other weather damage, after

purchase.

This Limited Warranty is in lieu of all other express

warranties. Vendor disclaims all warranties for

products that are purchased from sellers other than

authorized retailers or distributors, including the

warranty of merchantability or the warranty of ﬁtness

for a particular purpose. VENDOR ALSO DISCLAIMS

ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING

WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF

MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR

PURPOSE. VENDOR SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY TO

PURCHASER OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY SPECIAL,

INDIRECT, PUNITIVE, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL

DAMAGES. Vendor further disclaims any implied or

express warranty of, and assumes no responsibility

for, defects in workmanship caused by third parties.

This Limited Warranty gives the purchaser speciﬁc

legal rights; a purchaser may have other rights

depending upon where he or she lives. Some

jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation

of special, incidental or consequential damages, or

limitations on how long a warranty lasts, so the above

exclusion and limitations may not apply to everyone.

Vendor does not authorize any person or company

to assume for it any other obligation or liability in

connection with the sale, installation, use, removal,

return, or replacement of its equipment, and no such

representations are binding on Vendor.

Blue Rhino Global Sourcing, Inc

Winston-Salem, North Carolina USA

(800) 762-1142

Troubleshooting

Please visit www.bluerhino.com or call

1.800.762.1142.

OWNER’S MANUAL

MANUEL D’UTILISATION

MANUAL DEL USUARIO

Manufactured in China for / Fabriqué en Chine pour / Fabricado en China para:

Blue Rhino Global Sourcing, Inc

Winston-Salem, NC USA

1.800.762.1142, www.bluerhino.com

Save these instructions for future reference.

If you are assembling this unit for someone else, give this manual to him or her to read and save for future

reference.

The use and installation of this product must conform to local codes. In absence of local codes, use the

National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, CAN/CGA-B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code.

California Proposition 65: Chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other

reproductive harm are created by the combustion of propane.

Certiﬁed Under / Homologué par / Certiﬁcado por:

ANS Z21.73b • CSA11.1b-2002 Camp Lights /

Lampes de camping / Lámparas para campamento

Conserve estas instrucciones para futuras consultas.

Si está montando esta unidad para otra persona, entréguele este manual para futuras consultas.

El uso e instalación de este producto ha de realizarse de acuerdo con los códigos locales. Si no existen

códigos locales, use las normas siguientes: Código Nacional para Gas y Combustibles, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54,

CAN/CGA-B149.1, Código de Instalación de Propano y Gas Natural.

Propuesta 65 de California: La combustión del propano crea productos químicos considerados por el Estado

de California como causantes de cáncer, malformaciones congénitas u otros daños reproductivos.

Conservez ces instructions afin de pouvoir les consulter ultérieurement.

Si vous êtes en train d’assembler cet appareil pour une autre personne, veuillez lui fournir le manuel afin

qu’elle puisse le lire et le consulter plus tard.

L’utilisation et l’installation de cet appareil doivent être conformes aux codes locaux. En l’absence de codes

locaux, suivez le Code national du gaz et des combustibles, les normes ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, CAN/CGA-

B149.1 et le Code d’installation du gaz naturel et du propane.

Proposition 65 de Californie: La combustion du propane produit des émanations et des résidus chimiques

ayant été reconnus par l’État de la Californie comme étant source de cancer, malformations congénitales et

autres dommages reproductifs.

Outdoor LP Gas Lantern

Lanterne d’extérieur au propane

Linterna a gas propano líquido para exteriores

Model No. / Modèle nº / Modelo no. GLL905W

English – 1 English – 2 English – 3 English – 4 English – 5

GLL905W-OM-104 EFS

Exploded View & Hardware / Vue éclatée des pièces et quincaillerie /

Diagrama de explosión y elementos de ferretería

Figure 1

Figure 2

Figure 3

Match

Parts List / Liste des pièces / Lista de piezas

Cap* / Couvercle* / Tapa* 55-10-013

Globe* / Globe* / Globo* 55-10-014

Chain* / Chaîne* / Cadena* 55-10-015

Wire Guard* / Protecteur métallique* / Resguardo de alambre* 55-10-016

Mantle* / Manchon* / Camisa* 55-10-017

Igniter* / Allumeur* / Encendedor* 55-10-018

Base / Socle / Base (Not Included / Non inclus / No incluido) 55-09-287

Body* / Cuve du* / Carcass de la* 55-10-020

Control Knob* / Bouton de commande* / Perilla de control* 55-10-019

* Pre-assembled / Pré-assemblé / * Viene ensamblado

Exploded View / Vue éclatée / Diagrama de explosión

Optional Base / Socle en

option / Base opcional

Part number / numéro de pièce /

número de pieza: 55-09-287

Notes / Remarques / Notas: Notes / Remarques / Notas: