Patio Heater – The Patio Heater In Summer: Caring For The Heater When Not Being Used By Joseph Kortez
As summer heats up, the need for a patio heater reduces. Warmer temperatures at night means your friends and family will be quite comfortable enjoying the evening weather. With all signs pointing to warmer weather, it is time to put away your patio heater until the autumn.
Putting away a patio heater is not as simple as storing it in a shed until colder weather returns. As with any piece of equipment, it requires special instructions and maintenance to be kept like new for the life of the heater. By following the right steps, your patio heater will be ready to last for years to come.
Important to any fuel burning equipment, remember to follow all instructions that came with your patio heater. Failure to do this can result in permanent damage to your heater, and even injury or death. Remember to have the instruction manual handy, and consult it with any questions or concerns.
When storing your patio heater for the summer, the first step is to disconnect the fuel source from the heater unit. For propane or natural gas fueled heaters, your fuel tank will need to be disconnected – remember to turn off the natural gas before trying to remove it. Store the fuel tank in a cool, dry place free of humidity and varying temperatures. For those with electric heaters, unplug the heater and safely wind the cord.
After you have removed the fuel source from your patio heater, it is now time to disassemble the heater. Even if you can store the entire heater in one piece, it may be a good time to check the heater for structural integrity. Check the reflector dish for chips in the paint – exposed parts in the dish can open your heater up to rust, which will cost you more in replacement parts in the long run.
Once your patio heater has been checked for structural integrity, it