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If you're planning on cozying inside the cold winter air with a propane patio heater, it's important to be aware of how to use the appliance. Matthew Griffith, prevention section chief of Montreal's fire department, said shoppers should be looking for products that have safety certifications.

The patio heater should be properly attached and there shouldn't be any materials that could ignite nearby.

Pressure Regulator

Gas regulators are a simple mechanical devices that we drive by every day in our vehicles and homes without giving a second thought. Their invention, made 135 years ago, has revolutionized the way natural gas and propane are used for heating, cooking, and oxy-fuel welding. The basic function of regulators is similar, but there are numerous variations. The regulator uses a pressure sensing element, often a fabric-reinforced diaphragm, which controls the position of a valve plug and limit the flow of gas.

The diaphragm connects to the stem of the valve using rods that go through the set spring, over the diaphragm and into the valve. This mechanism detects gas pressure in the house or pipeline and adjusts the valve plug's position to match the demand. As the gas consumption in the home decreases, so does the pressure between regulator and house. This causes the diaphragm to decrease in size, and then it pushes the valve plug closer to the orifice, limiting the flow. As the demand for garden gas patio heater in the house increases the valve expands and increases the flow of gas.

The valve plug is closed until the demand for the house decreases. This opens the valve to increase the flow. This process, referred to as"sizing," is the basic operation of the regulator.

As the valve opens, pressure builds up in the main chamber which is connected to the hose's outlet port via a venturi tube. This pressure is regulated by the adjustment of a handle or screw on the outside of the regulator. When the screw is turned counterclockwise, it expands and decreases the pressure. When it is turned clockwise it reduces the pressure.

When choosing a regulator for pressure, keep in mind that the nominal maximum and minimum pressure is dictated by commercial standards, not the pressure of the gas in the supply line. The regulator must be compatible with your hose. Choose a hose which is marked as whistle-free with different sized rings that alternate to prevent resonant sounds from building up across the length of the hose.

Thermocouple

Thermocouples are based upon the principle that two dissimilar metals in contact at each end generate a voltage potential even when they are at different temperatures. They are used to detect the temperature differences between different points in the circuit and convert that information into an electronic signal that can be read by a thermocouple gauge or other instrument. Thermocouples are superior to other sensors, like thermistors. They can detect extremely high temperatures and operate in corrosive conditions.

A pair of dissimilar metals is joined at one end of the sensor to create the measuring (aka hot) junction, while the other end is maintained at a set temperature, referred to as the reference (aka cold) junction. Thermocouples are passive devices meaning they don't require power to operate. The voltage generated is proportional to the temperature difference between the measuring junction and the reference junction. Thermocouple manufacturers and metrology standards organizations like NIST provide tables of reference for the function E (T) displaystyle scriptstyle e(T) for each specific thermocouple type.

There are three kinds of thermocouple connections: exposed, grounded and welding. The type of junction that is exposed protrudes from the protective sheath and has the fastest response. A thermocouple that is grounded is recommended for testing in corrosive environments. A thermocouple that is welded is physically isolated from its sheath using mgO powder. This prevents gas or moisture from leaking into the sheath and causing problems.

The thermocouple welded wire is also a benefit in being more resistant to vibration. It is recommended for use in harsh environments and with pressures as high as 3000 psi. If a thermocouple becomes damaged, it is usually caused by a lack in the polarity. If the sheath does not appear to be polarized, the two ends of the thermocouple have unequal voltages at the measurement junction that could lead to an incorrect reading and cause damage to the instrument. A sensor that is not properly calibrated or placed in the right place can cause a malfunctioning thermocouple.

Thermostat

In contrast to electric heaters that need to be wired directly into the wall gas patio heater outdoor patio gas heaters are portable and utilize natural gas or propane cylinders as fuel. Thermostats regulate the flow energy into these cylinders to ensure that they don't overflow, but they still provide warmth when required. The thermostat senses the temperature of the air passing through it. The thermostat also determines whether the room is at a temperature that is comfortable and shuts off the heating.

The most popular type of thermostat is a digital device. It is controlled by a microcontroller which converts a changing electrical resistance into a measure of temperature. It is able to do this more accurately than earlier mercury switch thermostats which used a coil of mercury with three wires that would move depending on the temperature. This allowed the thermostat to tilt the mercury switch that was connected to an electrical circuit to the air conditioner or heater by turning it off and on.

Another type of thermostat is a mechanical one. It is a small cylinder filled with wax that starts to melt at a certain temperature of possibly 180 degrees F (different thermostats are open at different temperatures). A rod that is connected to the valve presses into this wax and opens the valve when it's hot. As the room cools, the wax expands and the rod gets pulled back into the cylinder, shutting the valve.

There are also thermostats that can be programmed to change at different times during the day. You can save energy by programming your heating system to switch off and on when you are working, or asleep, instead of having it on all the time. You can also set the thermostat to turn on earlier, so that your home will be a comfortable temperature when you return from school or work. Thermostats typically include a feature called a heat anticipator that stops the heating system from turning on too early. This is due to the fact that certain areas of the home reach the desired temperature before the thermostat.

Pilot Light

Many newer homes, heating systems and furnaces have done away entirely with pilot lights. However, older homes still use them to ignite gas in the burner chamber. It's essential to know how to safely relight the pilot light if it ever goes out.

A pilot light creates small flames that are heated by a thermocouple. The thermocouple generates electricity and keeps the gas valve open. If the pilot flame ceases to burn the thermocouple cools and ceases to generate electricity, thus closing the gas valve. Pilot lights are used in most natural and propane-fueled appliances, including water heaters, fireplaces, barbecues, grills, furnaces and hot tubs.

The process of lighting a pilot light requires first that you shut off the gas valve at the appliance. You will then need to take off any doors or panels that could be blocking access to the pilot light. Find the pilot light tube and follow the steps on the front of the appliance for opening it. After you've re-lit your pilot light, return the gas valve knob to the "on" position.

The main reason for leaving the pilot light on is to ensure safety. If it's accidentally extinguished the gas constantly venting out of the pilot light tube may build up in your home until a spark from an spark from a cigarette lighter or static electricity ignites it and causes an explosion. Pilot tubes are designed to include a built-in cutoff valve that can prevent this from happening.

Aside from the safety concerns the burning of a pilot light is also an enormous amount of energy. The pilot light consumes between $7 and $18 worth of gasoline per month, according to numerous studies. This wasted fuel also places more strain on the air cooling system during summer time. Another issue with a pilot light is that it could attract spiders, which can create webs that block the pilot tubes. Additionally, a flame that is constant can release trace amounts of the mercaptan compound that produces the rotten egg smell that is present in natural gas or electric patio heater. If you are ever concerned about these issues, think about buying a remote-controlled gas fire or replacing an old fireplace with a more efficient and modern design.