WARNING: If the information in this manual is
not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal
injury, or loss of life.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use
any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
fire department.
— Installation and service must be performed by
a qualified installer, service agency, or the
gas supplier.
WARNING: This is an
unvented gas-fired heater.
It uses air (oxygen) from
the room in which it is
installed. Provisions for
adequate combustion
must be provided. Refer to
page 5 of this manual
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*
manufactured (mobile) home,
where not prohibited by state
or local codes.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale,
not for purpose of resale, from the
manufacturer
This appliance is only for use
with the type of gas indicated
on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for
use with other gases.
Warranty Information ................................................................................. Back Cover
SAFETY
INFORMATION
W ARNINGS
WARNING ICON G 001
IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this heater. Improper use of
this heater can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosion,
electrical shock, and carbon monoxide poisoning.
DANGER
WARNING ICON G 001
Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death!
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning
resemble the flu, with headaches, dizziness, or nausea. If you have these signs, the
heater may not be working properly. Get fresh air at once! Have heater serviced.
Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide than others. These include
pregnant women, people with heart or lung disease or anemia, those under the
influence of alcohol, and those at high altitudes.
Propane/LP Gas: Propane/LP gas is odorless. An odor-making agent is added to
propane/LP gas. The odor helps you detect a propane/LP gas leak. However, the odor
added to propane/LP gas can fade. Propane/LP gas may be present even though no
odor exists.
Make certain you read and understand all Warnings. Keep this manual for reference.
It is your guide to safe and proper operation of this heater.
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INFORMATION
Continued
WARNING: Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous.
1. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate.
This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases.
2. Do not place propane/LP supply tank(s) inside any structure. Locate propane/LP
supply tank(s) outdoors.
3. If you smell gas
• shut off gas supply
• do not try to light any appliance
• do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building
• immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas
supplier’s instructions
• if you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department
4. This heater shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom.
5. Never install the heater
• in a recreational vehicle
• where curtains, furniture, clothing, or other flammable objects are less than 36
inches from the front, top, or sides of the heater
• as a fireplace insert
• in high traffic areas
• in windy or drafty area
6. This heater needs fresh, outside air ventilation to run properly. This heater has an
oxygen depletion sensor (ODS) pilot light safety system. The ODS shuts down the
heater if not enough fresh air is available. See Air for Combustion and Ventilation,
pages 5 through 8.
7. Keep air openings in front and bottom of heater clear and free of debris. This will
ensure enough air for proper combustion.
8. If heater shuts off, do not relight until you provide fresh, outside air. If heater keeps
shutting off, have it serviced.
9. Do not run heater
• where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored
• under dusty conditions
10.Never place any objects on the heater.
11.Surface of heater becomes very hot when running heater. Keep children and adults
away from hot surface to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Heater will remain hot
for a time after shutdown. Allow surface to cool before touching.
12.Carefully supervise young children when they are in the same room with heater.
13.Make sure grill guard is in place before running heater.
14.Do not use heater if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified
service technician to inspect the room heater and to replace any part of the control
system and any gas control which has been under water.
15.Turn off and unplug heater and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service
person should service and repair heater.
16.Operating heater above elevations of 4,500 feet could cause pilot outage.
17. To prevent performance problems, do not use propane fuel tank of less than
100 lbs. capacity.
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PRODUCT
IDENTIFICATION
Ignitor ButtonControl Knob
Grill
Guard
Glass
Panel
Front
Panel
Figure 1 - Vent-Free Propane/LP Gas Heater (30,000 Btu/Hr Model Shown)
Heater
Cabinet
LOCAL CODES
UNPACKING
PRODUCT
FEATURES
Install and use heater with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence of local codes, use
the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223, also known as NFPA 54*.
*Available from:
American National Standards Institute, Inc.
1430 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
National Fire Protection Association, Inc.
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
1. Remove heater from carton.
2. Remove all protective packaging applied to heater for shipment.
3. Check heater for any shipping damage. If heater is damaged, promptly inform
dealer where you bought heater.
Safety Device
This heater has a pilot with an Oxygen Depletion Sensor Shutoff System (ODS). The
ODS/pilot is a required feature for vent-free room heaters. The ODS/pilot shuts off
the heater if there is not enough fresh air.
Piezo Ignition System
This heater has a piezo ignitor. This system requires no matches, batteries, or other
sources to light heater.
Thermostatic Heat Control
Thermostat models have a thermostat sensing bulb and a control valve. This results
in the greatest heater comfort. This can also result in lower gas bills.
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AIR FOR
W ARNING
COMBUSTION
AND
VENTILATION
This heater shall not be installed in a confined space unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air.
Read the following instructions to insure proper fresh air for this
and other fuel-burning appliances in your home.
Today’s homes are built more energy efficient than ever. New materials, increased
insulation, and new construction methods help reduce heat loss in homes. Home
owners weather strip and caulk around windows and doors to keep the cold air out
and the warm air in. During heating months, home owners want their homes as
airtight as possible.
While it is good to make your home energy efficient, your home needs to breathe.
Fresh air must enter your home. All fuel-burning appliances need fresh air for proper
combustion and ventilation.
Exhaust fans, fireplaces, clothes dryers, and fuel burning appliances draw air from
the house to operate. You must provide adequate fresh air for these appliances. This
will insure proper venting of vented fuel-burning appliances.
PROVIDING ADEQUATE VENTILATION
The following is excerpts from National Fuel Gas Code. NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1,
Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation.
All spaces in homes fall into one of the three following ventilation classifications:
The information on pages 5 through 8 will help you classify your space and provide
adequate ventilation.
Unusually Tight Construction
The air that leaks around doors and windows may provide enough fresh air for
combustion and ventilation. However, in buildings of unusually tight construction,
you must provide additional fresh air.
Unusually tight construction is defined as construction where:
a. walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have a continu-
ous water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm (6x10
m2) or less with openings gasketed or sealed
b. weather stripping has been added on openable windows and doors
c. caulking or sealants are applied to areas such as joints around window and
door frames, between sole plates and floors, between wall-ceiling joints,
between wall panels, at penetrations for plumbing, electrical, and gas
lines, and at other openings.
If your home meets all of the three criteria above, you must provide additional
fresh air. See
If your home does not meet all of the three criteria above, proceed to page 6.
Ventilation Air From Outdoors
and
, page 8
.
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per pa-sec-
and
Confined and Unconfined Space
The National Fuel Gas Code (ANSIZ2123.1, 1992 Section 5.3) defines a confined
space as a space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet** per 1,000 Btu per hour
(4.8 m3 per kw) of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that
space and an unconfined space as a space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic
feet per 1,000 Btu per hour (4.8 m3 per kw) of the aggregate input rating of all
appliances installed in that space. Rooms communicating directly with the space
in which the appliances are installed*, through openings not furnished with doors,
are considered a part of the unconfined space.
* Adjoining rooms are communicating only if there are doorless passageways or
ventilation grills between them.
** Cubic feet equals length x width x height of room.
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DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR HEATER LOCATION
Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space
Use this worksheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space.
Space: Includes the room in which you will install heater plus any adjoining rooms
with doorless passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms.
1. Determine the volume of the space (length x width x height).
Length x Width x Height =_________________cu. ft. (volume of space)
Example:
If additional ventilation to adjoining room is supplied with grills or openings, add
the volume of these rooms to the total volume of the space.
2. Divide the space volume by 50 cubic feet to determine the maximum Btu/Hr the
space can support.
___________ (volume of space) ÷ 50 cu. ft. = (Maximum Btu/Hr the space can
support)
Space size 20 ft. (length) x 16 ft. (width) x 8 ft. (ceiling height) =
2560 cu. ft. (volume of space)
Example:
Btu/Hr the space can support)
3. Add the Btu/Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space.
Example:
* Do not include direct-vent gas appliances. Direct-vent draws combustion air
from the outdoors and vents to the outdoors.
4. Compare the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support with the actual amount of
Btu/Hr used.
_______________ Btu/Hr (maximum the space can support)
_______________ Btu/Hr (actual amount of Btu/Hr used)
Example:
2560 cu. ft. (volume of space) ÷ 50 cu. ft. = 51.2 or 51,200 (maximum
Vent-free heater_________________Btu/Hr
Gas water heater*_________________Btu/Hr
Gas furnace_________________Btu/Hr
Vented gas heater_________________ Btu/Hr
Gas fireplace logs_________________Btu/Hr
Other gas appliances* + _________________ Btu/Hr
Total= _________________ Btu/Hr
Gas water heater40,000Btu/Hr
Vent-free heater+20,000Btu/Hr
Total=60,000Btu/Hr
51,200Btu/Hr (maximum the space can support)
60,000Btu/Hr (actual amount of Btu/Hr used)
The space in the above example is a confined space because the actual Btu/Hr used is
more than the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support. You must provide additional
fresh air. Your options are as follows:
A. Rework worksheet, adding the space of an adjoining room. If the extra space
provides an unconfined space, remove door to adjoining room or add ventilation
grills between rooms. See Ventilation Air From Inside Building, page 7.
B. Vent room directly to the outdoors. See Ventilation Air From Outdoors, page 8.
C. Install a lower Btu/Hr heater, if lower Btu/Hr size makes room unconfined.
If the actual Btu/Hr used is less than the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support, the
space is an unconfined space. You will need no additional fresh air ventilation.
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If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than that
defined as an unconfined space, provide adequate combustion and
ventilation air by one of the methods described in the
Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, 1992, Section 5.3
or applicable local codes
National Fuel
.
VENTILATION AIR
Ventilation Air From Inside Building
This fresh air would come from an adjoining unconfined space. When ventilating to
an adjoining unconfined space, you must provide two permanent openings: one
within 12" of the ceiling and one within 12" of the floor on the wall connecting the
two spaces (see options 1 and 2, Figure 2). You can also remove door into adjoining
room (see option 3, Figure 2). Follow the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54/ANSIZ223.1, Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required size of ventilation grills or ducts.
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Rework worksheet, adding the space of the adjoining unconfined
space.
appliances in both spaces.
The combined spaces must have enough fresh air to supply all
Ventilation
Grills
into Adjoining
Room,
Option 1
12"
Ventilation Grills
Into Adjoining Room,
Option 2
Or
Remove
Door into
Adjoining
Room,
Option 3
12"
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Figure 2 - Ventilation Air from Inside Building
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Continued
Ventilation Air From Outdoors
Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts. You must provide two
permanent openings: one within 12" of the ceiling and one within 12" of the floor.
Connect these items directly to the outdoors or spaces open to the outdoors. These
spaces include attics and crawl spaces.
IMPORTANT:
thermostat-controlled power vent. Heated air entering the attic will activate the
power vent.
Do not provide openings for inlet or outlet air into attic if attic has a
Outlet
Air
Inlet
Air
Outlet
Air
Inlet Air
Figure 3 - Ventilation Air from Outdoors
Ventilated
Attic
Ventilated
Crawl Space
To Attic
To
Crawl
Space
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NOTICE
A qualified service person must install heater. Follow all local codes.
CHECK GAS TYPE
Use only propane/LP gas. If your gas supply is not propane/LP, do not install heater.
Call dealer where you bought heater for proper type heater.
INSTALLATION ITEMS
Before installing heater, make sure you have the items listed below.
• external regulator (supplied by
installer, see page 14)
• piping (check local codes)
• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)
• manual shutoff valve *
* An A.G.A. design-certified manual shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection. Purchase the optional A.G.A. designcertified manual shutoff valve from your dealer. See Accessories, page 30.
• ground joint union
• test gauge connection * (see
Figure 13, page 15)
• sediment trap
• tee joint
• pipe wrench
LOCATING HEATER
This heater is designed to be mounted on a wall.
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Maintain the minimum clearances shown in Figure 4 (page 10). If you
can, provide greater clearances from floor, ceiling, and joining wall.
You can locate heater on floor, away from a wall. An optional floor mounting stand is
needed. Purchase the floor mounting stand from your dealer. See Accessories, page 30.
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Never install the heater
• in a bedroom or bathroom
• in a recreational vehicle
• where curtains, furniture, clothing, or other flammable objects are
less than 36 inches from the front, top, or sides of the heater
• as a fireplace insert
• in high traffic areas
• in windy or drafty areas
This heater creates warm air currents. These currents move heat to
wall surfaces next to heater. Installing heater next to vinyl or cloth
wall coverings or operating heater where impurities in the air (such
as tobacco smoke) exist, may discolor walls.
IMPORTANT:
installing heater in rooms without enough ventilation air may cause mildew to form
from too much moisture. See Air for Combustion and Ventilation, pages 5 through 8.
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Vent-free heaters add moisture to the air. Although this is beneficial,
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CAUTION
If you install the heater in a home garage
• heater pilot and burner must be at least 18 inches above floor
• locate heater where moving vehicle will not hit it
For convenience and efficiency, install heater
• where there is easy access for operation, inspection, and service
• in coldest part of room
An optional fan kit is available from your dealer. See Accessories, page 30. If planning to use fan, locate heater near an electrical outlet.
CEILING
36"
6"
Minimum
From
Sides Of
Heater
Minimum
Left
Side
FLOOR
Right
Side
3"
Minimum To Top Surface
Of Carpeting, Tile Or Other
Combustible Material
Figure 4 - Mounting Clearances As Viewed From Front of Heater
THERMOSTAT SENSING BULB
The thermostat sensing bulb has been placed inside the heater for protection during
shipping.
Locating Thermostat Sensing Bulb
1. Remove front panel of heater (see Figure 7, page 11).
2. Locate thermostat sensing bulb just under burner assembly.
IMPORTANT:
Attaching Thermostat Sensing Bulb
1. Remove thermostat sensing bulb from holders inside heater. Route through slot
opening in bottom of heater.
2. Place clamp on thermostat sensing bulb as shown in Figure 5. Clamp is provided in
hardware package.
3. Snap clamp into upper mounting hole as shown in Figure 5. Mounting hole is
located on lower left edge on back of heater. Make sure the thermostat sensing
bulb is pointing up.
Attach thermostat sensing bulb to back of heater for proper operation.
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Thermostat
Sensing Bulb
Clamp
Figure 5 - Attaching Thermostat Sensing Bulb
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INSTALLING HEATER TO WALL
Mounting Bracket
The mounting bracket is located on back panel of heater. It has been taped there for
shipping. Remove mounting bracket from back panel.
Mounting
Bracket
Figure 6 - Bracket Location
Removing Front Panel Of Heater
1. Remove two screws near bottom corners of front panel.
2. Lift straight up on grill guard until it stops. Grill guard will slide up about 1/4".
3. Pull bottom of front panel forward, then downward.
4. Remove cardboard packing from grill and glass.
Methods For Attaching Mounting Bracket To Wall
Only use last hole on each end of mounting bracket to attach bracket to wall. These
two holes are 16 inches apart from their centers. Attach mounting bracket to wall in
one of two ways.
1. Attaching to wall stud
2. Attaching to wall anchor
Attaching to wall stud This method provides the strongest hold. Insert mounting
screws through mounting bracket and into wall studs.
Attaching to wall anchor This method allows you to attach mounting bracket to
hollow walls (wall areas between studs) or to solid walls (concrete or masonry).
Decide which method better suits your needs. Either method will provide a secure
hold for the mounting bracket.
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Marking Screw Locations
1. Tape mounting bracket to wall where heater will be located. Make sure mounting
bracket is level.
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Maintain minimum clearances shown in Figure 8. If you can, provide
greater clearances from floor and joining wall.
2. Mark screw locations on wall (see Figure 8).
Note:
Only mark last hole on each end of mounting bracket. Insert mounting
screws through these holes only.
3. Remove tape and mounting bracket from wall.
11"
Min.
Only Insert Mounting
Screws Through Last
Hole On Each End
Adjoining Wall
30,000 Btu/Hr Model20,000 Btu/Hr Models
16"
18 3/4"
Min.
Floor
7 1/4"
Min.
Only Insert Mounting
Screws Through Last
Hole On Each End
Adjoining Wall
16"
18 3/4"
Min.
Floor
Figure 8 - Mounting Bracket Clearances
Attaching Mounting Bracket To Wall
Note:
Wall anchors, mounting screws, and spacers are in hardware package. The
hardware package is provided with heater.
Attaching to wall stud method
For attaching mounting bracket to wall studs
1. Drill holes at marked locations using 9/64" drill bit.
2. Place mounting bracket onto wall. Line up last hole on each end of bracket with
holes drilled in wall.
3. Insert mounting screws through bracket and into wall studs.
4. Tighten screws until mounting bracket is firmly fastened to wall studs.
Attaching to wall anchor method
For attaching mounting bracket to hollow walls (wall areas between studs) or solid
walls (concrete or masonry)
1. Drill holes at marked locations using 5/16" drill bit. For solid walls (concrete or
masonry), drill at least 1" deep.
2. Fold wall anchor as shown in Figure 9.
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3. Insert wall anchor (wings first) into hole. Tap anchor flush to wall.
Figure 9 - Folding Anchor
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4. For thin walls (1/2" or less), insert red key into wall anchor. Push red key to
“pop” open anchor wings.
For thick walls (over 1/2" thick) or solid walls, do not pop open wings.
Figure 10 - Popping Open Anchor Wings For Thin Walls
5. Place mounting bracket onto wall. Line up last hole on each end of bracket with
wall anchors.
6. Insert mounting screws through bracket and into wall anchors.
7. Tighten screws until mounting bracket is firmly fastened to wall.
Placing Heater On Mounting Bracket
1. Locate two horizontal slots on back panel of heater.
2. Place heater onto mounting bracket. Slide horizontal slots onto stand-out tabs on
mounting bracket.
Stand-Out Tab
IMPORTANT:
Do not hammer key!
Horizontal Slots
Mounting Bracket
(attached to wall)
Figure 11 - Mounting Heater Onto Mounting Bracket
Installing Bottom Mounting Screws
1. Locate two bottom mounting holes. These holes are near bottom on back panel
of heater (see Figure 11 ).
2. Mark screw locations on wall.
3. Remove heater from mounting bracket.
4. If installing bottom mounting screws into hollow or solid wall, install wall anchors.
Follow steps 1 through 4 under Attaching To Wall Anchor Method, page 12.
If installing bottom mounting screw into wall stud, drill holes at marked locations using 9/64" drill bit.
5. Replace heater onto mounting bracket.
6. Place spacers between bottom mounting holes and wall anchor or drilled hole.
7. Hold spacer in place with one hand. With other hand, insert mounting screw
through bottom mounting hole and spacer. Place tip of screw in opening of wall
anchor or drilled hole.
8. Tighten both screws until heater is firmly secured to wall. Do not over tighten.
Note:
Do not replace front panel at this time. Make gas connections and check
for leaks before replacing front panel (see pages 14-16).
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CONNECTING
NOTICE
TO GAS
SUPPLY
A qualified service person must connect heater to gas supply.
Follow all local codes.
CAUTION
Never connect heater directly to the propane/LP supply. This heater
requires an external regulator (not supplied). Install the external
regulator between the heater and propane/LP supply.
The installer must supply an external regulator. The external regulator will reduce
incoming gas pressure. You must reduce incoming gas pressure to between 11 and 14
inches of water. If you do not reduce incoming gas pressure, heater regulator damage
could occur. Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure
13. Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet.
Propane/LP
Supply Tank
External
Regulator
Vent Pointing
Down
Figure 13 - External Regulator With Vent Pointing Down
CAUTION
Use only new, black iron or steel pipe. Internally-tinned copper
tubing may be used in certain areas. Check your local codes. Use
pipe of large enough diameter to allow proper gas volume to heater.
If pipe is too small, undue loss of pressure will occur.
Typical Inlet Pipe Diameters
20,000 Btu/Hr Models3/8" or greater
30,000 Btu/Hr Model1/2" or greater
Installation must include a manual shutoff valve, union, and plugged 1/8" NPT tap.
Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up. NPT tap must be upstream from
heater (see Figure 14, page 15).
Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male threads. This will prevent excess sealant from
going into pipe. Excess sealant in pipe could result in clogged heater valves.
CAUTION
Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant to liquid petroleum (LP) gas.
Install sediment trap in supply line as shown in Figure 14, page 15. Locate sediment
trap where it is within reach for cleaning. Locate sediment trap where trapped
matter is not likely to freeze. A sediment trap traps moisture and contaminants. This
keeps them from going into heater controls. If sediment trap is not installed or is
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CONNECTING
TO GAS
SUPPLY
Continued
IMPORTANT:
or fittings.
3/8" NPT
Pipe Nipple
Hold pressure regulator with wrench when connecting it to gas piping and/
Pressure
Regulator
Heater
Ground Joint Union
Cabinet
CHECKING
GAS
CONNECTIONS
Tee Joint
Test
Gauge
Connection *
Sediment
Trap
* An A.G.A. design-certified manual shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptable
alternative to test gauge connection. Purchase the optional A.G.A. design-certified
manual shutoff valve from your dealer. See Accessories, page 30.
Reducer
Bushing to
1/8" NPT
1/8" NPT
Plug Tap
Tee Joint
Pipe
Nipple
Cap
3" Minimum
Figure 14 - Gas Connection
Manual
Shutoff
Valve *
Typical Inlet Pipe from
External Regulator
(11" W.C. to
14" W.C. Pressure)
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Test all gas piping and connections for leaks after installing or
servicing. Correct all leaks at once.
Never use an open flame to check for a leak. Apply a mixture of liquid
soap and water to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak. Correct all
leaks at once.
Make sure external regulator has been installed between propane/
LP supply and heater. See guidelines under
Supply
PRESSURE TESTING GAS SUPPLY PIPING SYSTEM
Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG
1. Disconnect heater and its individual manual shutoff valve from gas supply
piping system. Pressures in excess of 1/2 psig will damage heater regulator.
2. Cap off open end of gas pipe where manual shutoff valve was connected.
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CAUTION
Connecting to Gas
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GAS
CONNECTIONS
Continued
3. Pressurize supply piping system by either using compressed air or
opening propane/LP supply tank valve.
4. Check all joints of gas supply piping system. Apply mixture of liquid soap and
water to gas joints. Bubbles forming show a leak.
5. Correct all leaks at once.
Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 PSIG
1. Close manual shutoff valve (see Figure 15).
2. Pressurize supply piping system by either using compressed air or opening
propane/LP supply tank valve.
3. Check all joints from propane/LP supply tank to manual shutoff valve (see Figure
16). Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints. Bubbles forming show a
leak.
4. Correct all leaks at once.
PRESSURE TESTING HEATER GAS CONNECTIONS
1. Open manual shutoff valve (see Figure 15).
2. Open propane/LP supply tank valve.
3. Make sure control knob of heater is in the OFF position.
4. Check all joints from manual shutoff valve to thermostat gas valve (see Figure
16). Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints. Bubbles forming show a
leak.
5. Correct all leaks at once.
6. Light heater (see Operating Heater, pages 17 through 22). Check all other internal
joints for leaks.
7. Turn off heater (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 19).
8. Replace front panel.
Propane/LP
Supply Tank
Manual
Shutoff
Valve
ON
Open
POSITION
OFF
POSITION
Closed
Figure 15 - Manual Shutoff Valve
Thermostat Gas Valve
Manual
Shutoff
Valve
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Figure 16 - Checking Gas Joints
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OPERATING
HEATER
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
W ARNING
If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When lighting the
pilot, follow these instructions exactly.
B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to
smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on
the floor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the
gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob. Never use tools.
If the knob will not push in or turn by hand, don’t try to repair it, call a
qualified service technician or gas supplier. Force or attempted repair may
result in a fire or explosion.
D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call
a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part
of the control system and any gas control which has been under water.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. STOP! Read the safety information above.
2. Make sure manual shutoff valve is fully open.
3. Turn control knob clockwise
Ignitor Button
IGNITOR
Clockwise
to the OFF position.
OFF
PILOT
LO
HI
Control Knob
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Figure 17 - Control Knob In The OFF Position
Continued
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OPERATING
HEATER
Continued
4. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas, including near
the floor. If you smell gas, STOP! Follow “B” in the safety information at the
top of page 17. If you don’t smell gas, go to the next step.
5. Turn control knob counterclockwise
C-clockwise
to the PILOT position. Press in
control knob for five (5) seconds (see Figure 17).
Note:
You may be running this heater for the first time after hooking up to
gas supply. If so, the control knob may need to be pressed in for 30 seconds.
This will allow air to bleed from the gas system.
• If control knob does not pop up when released, contact a qualified
service person or gas supplier for repairs.
6. With control knob pressed in, push down and release ignitor button. This will
light pilot. The pilot is attached to the front of burner. The pilot can be seen
through the glass panel. If needed, keep pressing ignitor button until pilot
lights.
Note:
If pilot does not stay lit, refer to Troubleshooting, pages 22 through
25. Also contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs. Until
repairs are made, light pilot with match. To light pilot with match, see
Manual Lighting Procedure, page 19.
7. Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot. After 30
seconds, release control knob.
Ignitor Electrode
Thermocouple
Figure 18 - Pilot
Note:
If pilot goes out, repeat steps 3 through 7. This heater has a safety
Pilot Burner
interlock system. Wait one (1) minute before lighting pilot again.
8. Turn control knob counterclockwise
to desired heating level. The
C-clockwise
main burner should light. Set control knob to any heat level between HI and
LO.
Do not try to adjust heating levels by using the manual shutoff valve.
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CAUTION
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OPERA TING
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
HEA TER
Continued
Shutting Off Heater
1. Turn control knob clockwise
2. Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed.
Shutting Off Burner Only (pilot stays lit)
1. Turn control knob clockwise
to the OFF position.
Clockwise
to the PILOT position.
Clockwise
THERMOSTAT CONTROL OPERATION
The thermostatic control used on these models differs from standard thermostats. Standard thermostats simply turn on and off the burner. The thermostat
used on this heater senses the room temperature. The thermostat adjusts the
amount of gas flow to the burner. This increases or decreases the burner flame
height. At times the room may exceed the set temperature. If so, the burner will
shut off. The burner will cycle back on when room temperature drops below the
set temperature. The control knob can be set to any heat level between HI and
LO.
Note:
The thermostat sensing bulb measures the temperature of air near the
heater cabinet. This may not always agree with room temperature (depending
on housing construction, installation location, room size, open air temperatures,
etc.). Frequent use of your heater will let you determine your own comfort levels.
MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE
1. Remove front panel (see Figure 7, page 11).
2. Follow steps 1 through 5 under Lighting Instructions, pages 17 and 18.
3. With control knob pressed in, strike match. Hold match to pilot until pilot
lights.
4. Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot. After 30
seconds, release control knob.
5. Replace front panel.
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INSPECTING
Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame pattern often.
BURNER
PILOT FLAME PATTERN
Figure 19 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. Figure 20 shows an incorrect pilot
flame pattern. The incorrect pilot flame is not touching the thermocouple. This will
cause the thermocouple to cool. When the thermocouple cools, the heater will shut
down.
Thermocouple
Figure 19 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern
Thermocouple
Pilot Burner
Pilot Burner
Figure 20 - Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern
If pilot flame pattern is incorrect, as shown in Figure 20
• turn heater off (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 19)
• see Troubleshooting, pages 22 through 25
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INSPECTING
BURNER
Continued
BURNER FLAME PATTERN
Figure 21 shows a correct burner flame pattern. Figure 22 shows an incorrect burner
flame pattern. The incorrect burner flame pattern shows yellow tipping of the flame.
It also shows the flame higher than 1/2 the glass panel height.
W ARNING
If yellow tipping occurs, your heater could produce increased levels
of carbon monoxide. If burner flame pattern shows yellow tipping,
follow instructions at bottom of this page.
NOTICE
Do not mistake orange flames with yellow tipping. Dirt or other fine
particles enter the heater and burn causing brief patches of orange
flame.
CORRECT FLAME PATTERN
AT HIGH POSITION
Figure 21 - Correct Burner Flame Pattern
INCORRECT FLAME PATTERN
AT HIGH POSITION
Figure 22 - Incorrect Burner Flame Pattern
If burner flame pattern is incorrect, as shown in Figure 22
• turn heater off (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 19)
• see Troubleshooting, pages 22 through 25
1/2 GLASS HEIGHT
Yellow
Tipping
1/2 GLASS HEIGHT
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CLEANING
AND
MAINTENANCE
W ARNING
Turn off heater and let cool before cleaning.
CAUTION
You must keep control areas, burner, and circulating air passageways of heater clean. Inspect these areas of heater before each use.
Have heater inspected yearly by a qualified service person. Heater
may need more frequent cleaning due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc.
ODS/PILOT AND BURNER
• Use a vacuum cleaner, pressurized air, or small, soft bristled brush to clean.
CABINET
Air Passageways
• Use a vacuum cleaner or pressurized air to clean.
Exterior
• Use a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and water mixture. Wipe the cabinet
to remove dust.
TROUBLE-
SHOOTING
Note:
All troubleshoot-
ing items are listed in
order of operation.
W ARNING
Turn off and unplug heater and let cool before servicing. Only a
qualified service person should service and repair heater.
CAUTION
Never use a wire, needle, or similar object to clean ODS/pilot. This
can damage ODS/pilot unit.
OBSERVED
PROBLEM
When ignitor button
is pressed, there is no
spark at ODS/pilot
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
1. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong
2. Ignitor electrode broken
3. Ignitor electrode not connected to ignitor cable
4. Ignitor cable pinched or
wet
5. Piezo ignitor nut is loose
6. Broken ignitor cable
7. Bad piezo ignitor
REMEDY
1. Replace ignitor
2. Replace ignitor
3. Reconnect ignitor cable
4. Free ignitor cable if
pinched by any metal or
tubing. Keep ignitor cable
dry
5. Tighten nut holding piezo
ignitor to heater cabinet.
Nut is located inside heater
cabinet at top
6. Replace ignitor cable
7. Replace piezo ignitor
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TROUBLE-
SHOOTING
Continued
OBSERVED
PROBLEM
When ignitor button
is pressed, there is
spark at ODS/pilot
but no ignition
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
1. Gas supply turned off or
manual shutoff valve
closed
2. Control knob not in
PILOT position
3. Control knob not
pressed in while in
PILOT position
4. Air in gas lines when
installed
5. Depleted gas supply
6. ODS/pilot is clogged
7. Gas regulator setting is
not correct
REMEDY
1. Turn on gas supply or open
manual shutoff valve
2. Turn control knob to
PILOT position
3. Press in control knob while
in PILOT position
4. Continue holding down
control knob. Repeat
igniting operation until air
is removed
5. Contact local propane/LP
gas company
6. Clean ODS/pilot (see
Cleaning and Maintenance, page 22) or replace
ODS/pilot assembly
7. Replace gas regulator
ODS/pilot lights but
flame goes out when
control knob is
released
1. Control knob not fully
pressed in
2. Control knob not
pressed in long enough
3. Safety interlock system
has been triggered
(thermostat models
only)
4. Manual shutoff valve
not fully open
5. Thermocouple connection loose at control
valve
6. Pilot flame not touching
thermocouple, which
allows thermocouple to
cool, causing pilot flame
to go out. This problem
could be caused by one
or both of the following:
A) Low gas pressure
B) Dirty or partially
clogged ODS/pilot
7. Thermocouple damaged
8. Control valve damaged
1. Press in control knob fully
2. After ODS/pilot lights,
keep control knob pressed
in 30 seconds
3. Wait one minute for safety
interlock system to reset.
Repeat ignition operation
4. Fully open manual shut-off
valve
5. Hand tighten until snug,
then tighten 1/4 turn more
6. A) Contact local propane/
LP gas company
B) Clean ODS/pilot (see
Cleaning and Maintenance, page 22) or replace
ODS/pilot assembly
7. Replace thermocouple
8. Replace control valve
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TROUBLE-
OBSERVED
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
REMEDY
SHOOTING
Continued
Burner does not light
after ODS/pilot is lit
Delayed ignition of
burner
Burner backfiring
during combustion
Yellow flame during
burner combustion
1. Burner orifice is
clogged
2. Burner orifice diameter
is too small
3. Inlet gas pressure is
too low
1. Manifold pressure is
too low
2. Burner orifice is
clogged
1. Burner orifice is
clogged or damaged
2. Burner damaged
3. Gas regulator defective
1. Not enough air
2. Gas regulator defective
1. Clean burner (see Cleaningand Maintenance, page 22)
or replace burner orifice
2. Replace burner orifice
3. Contact local propane/LP
gas company
1. Contact local propane/LP
gas company
2. Clean burner (see Cleaningand Maintenance, page 22)
or replace burner orifice
1. Clean burner (see Cleaningand Maintenance, page 22)
or replace burner orifice
2. Replace burner
3. Replace gas regulator
1. Check burner for dirt and
debris. If found, clean
burner (see Cleaning andMaintenance, page 22)
2. Replace gas regulator
Slight smoke or odor
during initial operation
Heater produces a
whistling noise when
burner is lit
1. Residues from manufacturing processes
1. Turning control knob
to HI position when
burner is cold
2. Air in gas line
3. Air passageways on
heater blocked
4. Dirty or partially
clogged burner orifice
1. Problem will stop after a
few hours of operation
1. Turn control knob to LO
position and let warm up
for a minute
2. Operate burner until air is
removed from line. Have
gas line checked by local
propane/LP gas company
3. Observe minimum installation clearances (see Figure
4, page 10)
4. Clean burner (see Cleaningand Maintenance, page 22)
or replace burner orifice
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TROUBLE-
SHOOTING
Continued
W ARNING
If you smell gas
• Shut off gas supply.
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your
building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow
the gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
IMPORTANT:
supplies, paint, paint remover, cigarette smoke, cements and glues, new carpet or
textiles, etc., create fumes. These fumes may mix with combustion air and create odors.
OBSERVED
PROBLEM
Heater produces a
clicking/ticking noise
just after burner is lit
or shut off
Heater produces
unwanted odors
Heater shuts off in
use (ODS operates)
Operating heater where impurities in air exist may create odors. Cleaning
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
1. Metal expanding while
heating or contracting
while cooling
1. Heater burning vapors
from paint, hair spray,
glues, etc. See
TANT
statement
above).
2. Gas leak.
ing statement at top
of page
1. Not enough fresh air is
available
2. Low line pressure
3. ODS/pilot is partially
clogged
IMPOR-
See Warn-
REMEDY
1. This is common with
most heaters. If noise is
excessive, contact qualified service person
1. Ventilate room. Stop
using odor causing
products while heater is
running
2. Locate and correct all
leaks (see Checking GasC onnections, page 15)
1. Open window and/or door
for ventilation
2. Contact local propane/LP
gas company
3. Clean ODS/pilot (see
Cleaning and Maintenance, page 22)
Gas odor even when
control knob is in
OFF position
Gas odor during
combustion
Moisture/condensation noticed on
windows
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1. Gas leak.
ing statement at top
of page
2. Control valve defective
1. Foreign matter between control valve
and burner
2. Gas leak.
ing statement at top
of page
1. Not enough combustion/ventilation air.
See Warn-
See Warn-
1. Locate and correct all
leaks (see Checking GasConnections, page 15)
2. Replace control valve
1. Take apart gas tubing and
remove foreign matter
2. Locate and correct all
leaks (see Checking GasConnections, page 15)
1. Refer to Air for Combus-
tion and Ventilation
requirements (page 5)
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TECHNICAL
SERVICE
You may have further questions about installation, operation, or troubleshooting.
If so, contact DESA International’s Technical Service Department at 1-800-323-5190.
Btu (Variable)10,000/20,00015,000/30,000
Type GasPropane/LP OnlyPropane/LP Only
IgnitionPiezoPiezo
Pressure Regulator Setting8" W.C.8" W.C.
Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water)
Maximum14"14"
Minimum11"11"
Dimensions, Inches (H x W x D)
Heater23.5 x 18.5 x 8.023.5 x 25.9 x 8.0
Carton25.8 x 21.3 x 10.125.8 x 28.7 x 10.1
Weight (pounds)
Heater2230
Shipping2735
When gas pressure is too low
• pilot will not stay lit
• burner will have delayed ignition
• heater will not produce specified heat
• propane/LP gas supply may be low
SERVICE
PUBLICATIONS
26
When gas quality is bad
• pilot will not stay lit
• burner will produce flames and soot
• heater will backfire when lit
You may feel your gas pressure is too low or gas quality is bad. If so, contact your
local propane/LP gas supplier.
You can purchase a service manual from the address listed on the back page of this
manual. Send a check for $5.00 payable to DESA International.
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REPLACEMENT
PARTS
Note:
Use only original replacement parts. This will protect your warranty coverage
for parts replaced under warranty.
Parts Under Warranty
Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can’t supply original replacement
part(s), either contact your nearest Parts Central (see below) or call DESA International’s
Technical Service Department at 1-800-323-5190 for referral information.
When calling DESA International, have ready
• your name
• your address
• model number of your heater
• how heater was malfunctioning
• type of gas used (propane/LP or natural gas)
• purchase date
Usually, we will ask you to return the defective part to the factory.
Parts Not Under Warranty
Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can’t supply original replacement
part(s), either contact your nearest Parts Central (see below) or call DESA
International’s Parts Department at 1-800-972-7879 for referral information.
When calling DESA International, have ready
• model number of your heater
• the replacement part number
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PARTS
CENTRALS
These Parts Centrals are privately owned businesses. They have agreed to support
our customer’s needs by providing original replacement parts and accessories.
Baltimore Electric
1348 Dixwell Avenue
Hamden, CT 06514
1-800-397-7553
203-248-7553
Parts Department
Portable Heater Parts
342 N. County Rd. 400 East
Valparaiso, IN 46383
All States
219-462-7441
1-800-362-6951
FBD
601 Hope Street
Bowling Green, KY 42101
502-796-8406
1-800-654-8534
Four Flags Power Products
1115 Stateline Road
Niles, MI 49120
616-684-2697
1-800-268-4983
Master Service Center
1184 Wilson NW
Walker, MI 49504
616-791-4760
1-800-446-1446
Washer Equipment Co.
1715 Main Street
Kansas City, MO 64108
KS, MO, AR
816-842-3911
East Coast Energy
Products
833 Broadway
W. Long Branch, NJ 07764
908-870-8809
1-800-755-8809
1098304-01098304-01Screw, #10 x 3/8"2
2098742-03098742-04Front Panel for CGP20T/CGP30T (Champagne)1
098742-19098742-20Front Panel for CGP20TL/CGP30TL (Ivory)1
3103476-01103476-02Grill Guard1
4101108-01101108-01Removable Speed Clip2
5098533-04AA098533-05AABottom Glass Retainer1
6098260-09098260-10Glass Panel1
7098532-04AA098532-05AATop Glass Retainer1
8M11084-26M11084-26Screw, #10 x 3/8"4
9098352-01CJ098352-02CJDeflector Unit1
10098271-02098271-02Ignitor Cable1
11098249-01098249-01Nut, M52
12099440-06099440-06Pilot Service Kit1
12-1098514-01098514-01Thermocouple1
12-2098515-01098515-01Ignitor Electrode1
13103446-01103447-01Burner1
14098517-01098517-013/16" Pilot Tubing1
15103845-01103845-03Injector1
16099066-01099066-01Mounting Bracket1
17099415-06099415-06Pressure Regulator1
18099553-01099553-01Pilot Shield1
19103255-01103255-013/8" Outlet (Burner) Tubing1
20103256-01103256-013/8" Inlet Tubing1
21098522-11098522-13Thermostat Gas Valve1
22098530-03098531-04Cabinet for CGP20T/CGP30T(Woodgrain)1
098530-04098531-05Cabinet for CGP20TL/CGP30TL (Ivory)1
23102445-01102445-01Ignitor Service Kit1
24M11084-26M11084-26Screw, #10 x 3/8"2
25M11084-38M11084-38Screw, #8 x 3/8"2
26NJF-8CNJF-8CHex Nut1
This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow
the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 27 of this manual.
PART NUMBER FOR
098305-01098305-01Control Position Label1
100642-01100642-01Hardware Assembly1
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PARTS AVAILABLE — NOT SHOWN
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ACCESSORIES
Purchase these heater accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these
accessories, either contact your nearest Parts Central (see page 29) or call
DESA International’s Parts Department at 1-800-972-7879 for referral information.
You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual.
FAN KITS - GA3100A and GA3200TA
For all models. Provides better heat distribution. Makes heater more efficient.
Complete installation and operating instructions included.
Manually controlled - GA3100A. Includes
ON/OFF switch.
Thermostatically controlled - GA3200TA.
Includes three settings: ON/OFF/AUTO.
Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory.
We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice. The only warranty applicable is our standard
written warranty. We make no other warranty, expressed or implied.
LIMITED WARRANTY
COMFORT GLOW VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS HEATERS
DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for two (2) years from the date
of first purchase, provided that the product has been properly installed, operated and maintained in accordance with all
applicable instructions. To make a claim under this warranty the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented.
This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser. This warranty covers the cost of part(s) required to restore this
heater to proper operating condition and an allowance for labor when provided by a DESA Authorized Service Center.
Warranty part(s) MUST be obtained through authorized dealers of this product and/or DESA International who will provide
original factory replacement parts. Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty. The heater MUST
be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with all local codes and instructions furnished with the unit.
This warranty does not apply to parts that are not in original condition because of normal wear and tear, or parts that fail or
become damaged as a result of misuse, accidents, lack of proper maintenance or defects caused by improper installation.
Travel, diagnostic cost, labor, transportation and any and all such other costs related to repairing a defective heater will be
the responsibility of the owner.
TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY THE LAW OF THE JURISDICTION THAT GOVERNS THE SALE OF THE
PRODUCT; THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESSED WARRANTIES AND
LIMITS THE DURATION OF ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO TWO (2) YEARS FROM THE DATE OF FIRST
PURCHASE; AND DESA INTERNATIONAL’S LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF
THE PRODUCT AND DESA INTERNATIONAL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow a limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation on implied warranties, or exclusion or limitation on damages may not apply
to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
For information about this warranty write:
2701 Industrial Drive
P.O. Box 90004
Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004
103875-01
REV. A
02/97
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