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Katolight — Site Selection and Preparation

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From a Katolight service manual covering: 15kW Lighthouse, 9kW Lighthouse, PM0621512, PM0639011. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Before you start

  • Covering or restricting air passages causes overheating and fire hazard.

Procedure

  1. Place unit allowing approximately 3 feet on each side for ventilation and maintenance.
  2. Point exhaust away from windows, doors and ventilation systems.
  3. Do not install indoors.
  4. Bolt unit to a cement pad 4 to 6 inches thick (9kW pad 42.25" wide x 50.75" long; 15kW pad 48" wide x 72" long).
  5. Install a manual shutoff valve at the unit when connecting fuel supply.

Specs & values

  • Holes in frame are .375" diameter; 1/4" lag bolt recommended

Source: Katolight service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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