Coleman is a name that is synonymous with camping and outdoor fun. Some products that Coleman sells include lamps, grills, portable stoves, coolers and both indoor and outdoor heaters. Coleman outdoor patio heaters resemble a street lamp and heat from above as you sit on your patio chair. The heaters are good for a backyard patio or a patio at a restaurant or bar. Fixing minor glitches in performance can be done at home without having to bring it in for service. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Open the cylinder valve and clean out the pilot tube or orifice if they are plugged with debris and the pilot won't light. Press down the heater control knob and replace the cylinder as alternative options. Use a match to light the heater if the igniter is faulty.
2. Clean any dirt from around the pilot light area, tighten all connections and perform a leak check if the pilot keeps going out. To check for leaks, mix 50/50 mild dish soap and water and pour a small amount on all gas fittings, then watch for bubbles.
3. Straighten the hose if it is bent or kinked and inspect the burner and orifice for blockages if the burner flame seems low. Replace the cylinder if the other fixes don't work.
4. Remove any blockages from the screen holes on the burner and clean the screen thoroughly inside and out if you see a build up of carbon.
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