DCS PHFS-DW-BZ User Manual

THE PH3 PATIO HEATER

Use and Care Guide

Models:

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PHFS-DW-SS

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PHFS-DW-BK

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PHFS-DW-WT

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PHFS-DW-BL

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PHFS-DW-GN

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PHFS-DW-BZ

A Message To Our Customers

We are glad you selected the PH3 by DCS. Because this appliance contains features not found on any other patio heater, we recommend that you read this entire booklet before your first use. Keep it in a handy place as it has answers to questions that may occur during future use. Feel free to contact us if we can help you. When you write please include the model number of the heater. We thank you for buying the patio heater Made in America and wish you many years of enjoyment.

To help serve you better, please fill out and return the Ownership Registration Card and keep this guide handy, as it will help answer questions that may arise as you use your DCS PH3.

For your convenience, product questions can be answered by a DCS Customer Service

Representative by phone: 1-714-372-7000, or Fax: 714-372-7003,

or by mail: DCS Attention Customer Service, 5800 Skylab Road, Huntington Beach, CA 92647

WARNING

If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.

PRECAUTION

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

WARNING

Improper installation, adjustment alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death. Read the installation, operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before use, installing or servicing this equipment. For outdoor use only.

FOR YOUR SAFETY WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

• Shut off gas to the appliance.

• Extinguish any open flame.

• If odor continues, immediately call your gas supplier.

PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Tab le O f Contents

SAFETY PRACTICES AND PRECAUTIONS

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FEATURES...............................................................................................................................................4

ASSEMBLY TOOL & FASTENERS

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

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LP GAS HOOK-UP

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GAS SOUNDNESS

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REFLECTOR SHIELD ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

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LOCATING HEATER FOR USE

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LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

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STORAGE / INSECT WARNING

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BURNER REMOVAL / INSTALLATION

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PILOT CLEANING

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

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PARTS LIST

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HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE

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WARRANTY

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Safety Practices & Precautions

• Read and become familiar with the entire manual.

• Do not use in an explosive atmosphere, keep heater away from areas where gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors are stored or used.

• Before each use check for damaged parts such as hoses, regulators, pilot or burner.

• Do not attempt to alter unit in any manner, ie: shorten post length, bypass safety valve or operate heater without the reflector.

• Heater must always be placed on a hard and level surface.

• Always maintain proper clearance to combustible materials. (Top 19’’ sides and rear 27”), see page 12.

• Never replace or substitute the regulator with any other regulator other than a factory suggested replacement.

• It is imperative that the control compartment, burners, and circulating air passageways of the heater must be kept clean. The heater should be inspected before each use, and at least annually by a qualified service person, for the presence of spiders, webs or other insects. The burner area is a common and desired spider haven. Spider webs can present a dangerous condition which can damage the heater and render it unsafe for use.

CHECK THE HEATER IMMEDIATELY IF ANY OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS EXIST

1) The smell of gas in conjunction with extreme yellow tipping of the burner flames.

2) The heater does not reach temperature.

3) The heater glow is excessively uneven.

4) The burner makes popping noises during use. (a slight popping noise is normal when the

burner is extinguished).

• Installation must be carried out in accordance with local regulations in force.

• Do not clean heater with combustible or corrosive cleaners.

• Do not use if wind velocity is greater than 10 miles per hour, because of flame out possibility.

• To avoid the risk of burns or accidental clothing ignition, do not touch the heater anywhere near the burner assembly during operation.

• Do not touch the burner assembly or reflector shield until after the heater has cooled for approximately 20 minutes after use.

• Carefully monitor young children in the vicinity of any operating heater.

• Never connect an unregulated gas supply.

• Always ensure that there is ample fresh air ventilation. this unit is for

outdoor use only.

• Do not hang clothing or any other flammable materials from, on, or near the heater.

• A minimum inlet pressure must not exceed 100 psi.

• The heater is shipped from the factory for LP use. never substitute gases without first converting the

heater with a factory supplied conversion kit.

• A minimum supply pressure of 11.2 in W.C. is required for the purpose of input adjustment.

• Do not paint either the emitter screen, valve panel or reflector.

• All leak tests should be done with a soap solution.

• Matches should never be used for this purpose.

• The LP tank should be turned off when the heater is not in use.

• Do not install unit in basements or below ground level.

• Avoid twisting the flexible tube. Regularly check the gas supply hose for wear, replace as necessary.

• Servicing must be carried out by a qualified technician.

Features

• Weatherproof • All High Heat Parts Made Of Stainless Steel

• Uniform Heat Pattern • Flame Out Protection Safety Control Valve

• Durable Non-Slip Wheels • Weighted Base For Stability / Low Maintenance

• Piezo Spark Ignition • Easy Access Door With A Positive Latch

• Heats (16’-20’) Diameter Area • Large Stainless Steel Emitter Grid

• Uses 5 Gallon 20 lbs. LP Tank

(not included) • Adaptable For Natural Gas

TOOLS NEEDED

• Phillips Head Screwdriver • Channel Lock Pliers (Min. 2” Capacity)

• Pipe Wrench ( 2” or larger) • Open End (7/16”, 3/4”, 7/8”, and 15 /16” Wrenches

FASTENER DIRECTORY

ITEM

PICTORIAL

DESCRIPTION

1/4-20 ACORN NUT

1/4-20 BOLT

WASHER - FLAT - SS

WASHER - SPLIT - SS

no. 10 - 24 X 1/2 S/S SCREWS

1/4-20 KEPS NUT

NYLON WASHER

PART NUMBER

15019-02

15003-06

15005-15

15005-10

15001-26

15021-09

15005-08

QTY.

As s emb ly I nstructions

NOTE: Assembly of this heater requires basic mechanical skills. Proper assembly is the responsibility of

the installer.

STEP 1

Remove all individual components from all cartons. Dispose of the remaining packaging.

STEP 2

Remove one protective end cap from the intake pipe, make certain pipe threads remain wrapped with white teflon tape.

• Do not tape over the first two threads at the of the intake pipe (fig. 01)

STEP 3

Locate the heater head assembly. Place the head assembly on a stable horizontal surface. Please allow for the entire length of the patio heater when establishing a work area (i.e. workbench, floor). Remove valve panel by removing the knob then the (4) screws. Be careful when removing valve panel so as not to tug on igniter wire that is still attached. Carefully remove wire, (attached with a push/pull connection).

Firmly holding the safety valve with channel lock pliers, thread the intake pipe clockwise into safety valve until tight. Reattach the valve panel and continue to step 4 to attach the post assembly.

FIG.01

Dynamic Co

oking Systems, Inc.

FIG.02

Match Light Cover

As semb ly I ns tructions

STEP 4

Remove the protective endcap at the bottom of the intake pipe. Make certain that the threads remain bare. Locate the reducer fitting and thread it onto the open end of the intake pipe. Hold the intake pipe above the threads with your channel lock pliers and tighten the reducer fitting clockwise onto the intake pipe.

HARDWARE USED

1) P/N 18159 Reducer Fitting (1)

FIG.03

STEP 4

INTAKE PIPE

CHANNEL LOCK

PLIERS

INSTALL REDUCER

FITTING

As s emb ly I nstructions

STEP 5

Locate the post assembly. Carefully insert the intake pipe through the top of the post assembly being careful not to allow the head assembly to slide too far down the post as undue scraping may occur. Align the screw holes on the panel of the burner head and the post assembly. Fasten the burner and post with the #10 screws.

HARDWARE USED

1) P/N 15001-26 #10 Machine Screws (3)

fig. 04

STEP 5

POST

BASE COVER

As s emb ly I nstructions

STEP 6

To join the post assembly with base cabinet you will need to place the base upright on the floor and lift the post assembly and place it onto the cabinet with the burner panel facing the same side as the door. Tighten the (8) nuts and bolts at the bottom of post assembly to the top of the cabinet base. Replace valve panel utilizing step 2 in the reverse order.

HARDWARE USED

1) P/N 15003-05 1/4-20 Bolts (8)

2) P/N 15005-08 Washers Nylon (8)

(Painted Models Only)

3) P/N 15021-09 1/4-20 Keps Nuts (8)

STEP 7

Hold the reducer fitting with a 15/16” wrench and tighten the hose / regulator assembly onto the reducer fitting. (See page 20 items 7 & 8)

STEP 8

Do not attach the reflector shield until all leak testing has been completed.This unit is tippable once the post assembly is fastened to the cabinet base and could damage or misshape the reflector shield prior to use.

FIG.06

FIG.05

HIGH

PRESSURE HOSE

LP Gas Hook-Up

The heater comes equipped with a regulator/hose assembly for connection to a standard 20 lb. / 5 gallon LP gas tank

(not included) and 18” tank strap to secure the tank within the base. A dented or rusty LP tank may be hazardous and should be checked by your LP supplier. Never use an LP tank with a damaged valve. The LP tank must be arranged to provide for vapor withdrawal from the operating cylinder. Never connect an unregulated LP tank to the heater. The heater is shipped from the factory for LP use, never substitute gases without first converting the heater with a factory supplied conversion kit. Conversion kits are available through customer service.

LP GAS CONNECTION-REFERENCE

The heater is designed to house a 20 lb. / 5 gallon gas cylinder in the base assembly. Open the door, and place the cylinder into the housing. The regulator can then be screwed into the cylinder. The regulator and the tank have right-handed threads (clockwise to tighten no teflon tape is required). When tightening be careful not to put too much force on the cylinder valve.

CHECK THE FOLLOWING CONNECTIONS

1) Regulator to gas cylinder.

2) All connections on the hose/regulator assembly.

3) The reducer fitting and the intake pipe.

4) Intake pipe fitting at base of safety valve. The remaining connections are to be tested after the

heater has been lit. (See lighting instructions on page 13).

5) Pilot tubing to safety valve.

6) Orifice fitting and Safety valve.

7) Pilot tubing and the pilot. Once leak tested, close the door and replace the valve panel.

NOTE: Gas connections on the heater head assembly

are leak tested at the factory prior to shipment.

FIG.07

GAS CYLINDER

(NOT INCLUDED)

PRECAUTIONS

• Periodically check the whole gas system for leaks

or immediately check if the smell of gas is detected.

• Extinguish all open flames

• Never leak test while smoking. If you can not

stop a leak, turn off the cylinder valve and call the dealer you purchased the heater from or customer service 1-888-281-5698.

• Do not use heater until all connections have

been leak tested and do not leak.

• When leak testing, refer to the connections

diagrams below.

• Only those parts recommended by the

manufacturer should be used.

• Substitution of parts can

void warranty.

LEAK TEST

Make a soap solution of one part liquid detergent, and one part water.The soap solution can be applied with a spray bottle, brush or rag, soap bubbles will appear where a leak is present. Make sure the safety valve control knob is in the “OFF” position. Turn the gas supply on check for leaks at leak point. If a leak is present, turn off supply, tighten any leaking fittings, turn gas on and recheck.

Gas Sounding Test

FIG.09

TEST POINTS

FIG.08

ORIFICE FITTING & SAFETY VALVE

PILOT ASSEMBLY

PILOT TUBING

PILOT TUBING TO SAFETY VALVE

INTAKE

PIPE FITTING

STEP 9

Locate the cap nuts, washers (4 ea.) and reflector shield.Tip the heater backwards and support it with stable horizontal surface (i.e. sawhorse, workbench step ladder). Install the reflector shield with the cap nuts and washers.

Use caution not to over-tighten

or damage the reflector.

Return the unit to its upright position and continue to the next section for recommended locations and usage.

HARDWARE USED

1) P/N 15005-15 Washers - Flat (4)

2) P/N 15019-07 1/4 Cap Acorn Nuts (4)

3) P/N 15005-10 Washers - Split (4)

As s emb ly I nstructions

FIG.11

FIG.10

REFLECTOR

ACORN NUT

SPLIT WASHER

FLAT WASHER

BURNER HEAD

This outdoor heater is primarily for temporary heating of outdoor patios, decks, spas, pool, and work areas.

This heater is not intended for indoor use or enclosed area use.

Always ensure that adequate fresh air ventilation is provided.

The minimum clearances to combustible construction shown here must be maintained at all times.

The installation must conform to local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the standard for the storage and handling of liquefied petroleum gases,ANSI/NFPA 58-1986.

CAUTION: The heater must be placed on

level, firm ground.

WARNING: Never operate in an explosive

atmosphere keep away from areas where gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors are stored or used. Heater will engage the ground and start to roll once a minimum angle from center is established.

Locating Heater For Use

FIG.12

WALL / COMBUSTIBLES

COMBUSTIBLES

19” MINIMUM

27”

Lighting And S hutdown

BEFORE TURNING THE GAS SUPPLY “ON”

Visually inspect the hose assembly for evidence of excessive abrasion, cuts or wear. If the hose leaks it must be replaced prior to use. The replacement hose assembly shall be that specified by the manufacturer. Make sure the surrounding areas are free of combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors or liquids.

BEFORE LIGHTING

For your safety, if relighting a hot heater, always wait 5 minutes. The heater should be inspected (emitter screen, gas hookup, pilot assembly) before each use, and at least annually by a qualified service person.

To light:

1) Open door.

2) Make sure regulator hose is connected to the heater intake pipe and regulator is connected to the

LP tank with both connections tight and leakproof.

3) Tu rn supply tank valve in a counter-clockwise direction. Check for leaks by applying soapy water to

the tank and hose connections.

4) Turn control knob counter clockwise to the pilot position.

5) Depress and hold in the control knob to begin pilot gas flow, hold in the control knob for (3)

minutes on new installations or cylinder changes to purge air from the lines, or (5) seconds for regular relight.

6) While depressing knob, depress the igniter button which will snap indicating it has produced a spark

which should light the pilot. If not, depress control again and depress the igniter until lit or match light.The pilot is located behind the match hole cover. Rotate the disc upward from the hole for match lighting or viewing (see figure 2 on page 5).

7) Once the pilot is lit, continue to hold in the control knob for 30 seconds or until the pilot remains

lit after knob is released.

8) The burner may now be turned on to the full on position (all the way counter-clockwise) and then

reduce to the desired heat range.

9) Close door.

Relighting:

1) Turn control knob to off position.

2) Wait (5) minutes before attempting to relight pilot.

3) Repeat steps beginning with step (4) above.

Shut down instructions:

1) Turn control knob clockwise to the off position, the burner will make a slight popping sound when

extinguished.This is a normal condition.

2) Turn LP-tank gas valve clockwise to “OFF” position when heater is not in use.

Storage And Insect Warning

NOTE: When storing the heater, the connection between the LP cylinder and the heater must be

disconnected and the LP cylinder removed and stored outdoors in a well ventilated area.

SPIDER & INSECT WARNING:

Spiders or insects can nest in the burners or orifices of this or any outdoor gas appliance.This is a very dangerous condition which can damage the heater and render it unsafe for use.You must inspect the burner at least once a year or immediately if any of the following conditions occur:

1) The smell of gas in conjunction with extreme yellow tipping of burner.

2) The heater does not reach temperature.

3) The heater glow is excessively uneven.

4) The burner makes popping noises.

If blockage exists, clean the burner immediately (see page 14).

CLEANING:

Cleaning must be done when the heater is COLD.Your heater will last longer if maintained properly. It is important that the flow or combustion air must never be obstructed. Orifices and air openings must be kept free of dirt and spiderwebs.

NEVER use a cleaning agent which is flammable or

corrosive.

DCS recommends on painted models that the heater body components; below the stainless steel burner head (post, door, and cabinet base) are periodically protected with a coat of automobile wax. If repainting is necessary, paint only the post/base assembly. Do not paint the safety valve cylinder, valve panel or instruction plate.

The ports of the burner head must remain clear so that the gas flow is unrestricted. The air inlet of the venturi tube must also be kept clear for combustion air supply. If the heater is not performing properly it may be necessary to clean the burner. See the next section for burner removal.

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