Desa Btu/Hr 40.000, Btu/Hr 60.000, Btu/Hr 80.000 user manual

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Variable

40-60-80,000 Btu/Hr

Model

PROPANE CONSTRUCTION CONVECTION HEATER

OWNER’S MANUAL

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IMPORTANT: Read and understand this manual before assembling, starting, or servicing heater. Improper use of heater can cause serious injury. Keep this manual for future reference.

GENERAL HAZARD WARNING:

FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THIS HEATER, CAN RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND PROPERTY LOSS OR DAMAGE FROM HAZARDS OF FIRE, EXPLOSION, BURN, ASPHYXIATION, CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING, AND/OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK.

ONLY PERSONS WHO CAN UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD USE OR SERVICE THIS HEATER.

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR HEATER INFORMATION SUCH AS AN INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL, LABELS, ETC. CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY INFORMATION ............................................................ 2

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ..................................................... 3

UNPACKING............................................................................... 3

THEORY OF OPERATION ......................................................... 3

PROPANE SUPPLY.................................................................... 3

VENTILATION............................................................................. 3

INSTALLATION ........................................................................... 4

OPERATION ............................................................................... 4

STORAGE................................................................................... 5

MAINTENANCE .......................................................................... 6

SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................... 6

REPLACEMENT PARTS ............................................................ 6

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................ 7

ACCESSORIES .......................................................................... 7

ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN AND PARTS LIST ......... 8

WARRANTY INFORMATION ......................................Back Cover

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SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNINGS

WARNING: This product contains and/or generates chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

WARNING: FIRE, BURN, INHALATION, AND EXPLOSION HAZARD. KEEP SOLID COMBUSTIBLES, SUCH AS BUILDING MATERIALS, PAPER OR CARDBOARD, A SAFE DISTANCE AWAY FROM THE HEATER AS RECOMMENDED BY THE INSTRUCTIONS. NEVER USE THE HEATER IN SPACES WHICH DO OR MAY CONTAIN VOLATILE OR AIRBORNE COMBUSTIBLES, OR PRODUCTS SUCH AS GASOLINE, SOLVENTS, PAINT THINNER, DUST PARTICLES OR UNKNOWN CHEMICALS.

WARNING: NOT FOR HOME OR RECREATIONAL VEHICLE USE.

The heater is designed for use as a construction heater in accordance with ANSI Z83.7/CGA 2.14. Other standards govern the use of fuel gases and heating products for specific uses. Your local authority can advise you about these. The primary purpose of construction heaters is to provide temporary heating of buildings under construction, alteration or repair. Properly used, the heater provides safe economical heating. Products of combustion are vented into the area being heated.

We cannot foresee every use which may be made of our heaters.

CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL FIRE SAFETY AUTHORITY IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT HEATER USE.

Other standards govern the use of fuel gases and heat producing products for specific uses. Your local authorities can advise you about these.

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Some people are more affected by

carbon monoxide than others. Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the ﬂu, with headaches, dizziness, and/or nausea. If you have these signs, the heater may not be working properly. Get fresh air at once! Check for proper ventilation and have heater serviced.

Propane Gas: Propane gas is odorless. An odor-making agent is

added to propane gas. The odor helps you detect a propane gas leak. However, the odor added to propane gas may fade. Propane 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.

• Install and use heater with care. Follow all local ordinances and codes. In the absence of local ordinances and codes, refer to the

Standard for Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petr oleum Gas,

ANSI/NFPA 58 and the Natural Gas Installation Code, CAN/ CGA B149.2. This instructs on the safe storage and handling of

propane gases.

• This product has been approved for use in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

• Use only propane gas set up for vapor withdrawal.

• Provide adequate ventilation. Before using heater, provide at least a 2.5 square foot (76 cm) opening of fresh, outside air.

• For indoor use only. Do not use heater outdoors.

• Keep heater away from strong drafts, wind, water spray , rain, or dripping water.

• Do not use heater in occupied dwellings or in living or sleeping quarters.

• Do not use heater in a basement or below ground level. Propane gas is heavier than air. If a leak occurs, propane gas may sink to the lowest possible level.

• Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, paint thinner, and other flammable vapors and liquids. Dust is combustible. Do not use heater in areas with high dust content.

• Minimum heater clearances from combustibles: Sides: 3 feet (91 cm) Top: 6 feet (1,83 m)

• Keep heater at least six feet (1,83 m) from propane tank(s).

• Keep propane tank(s) below 100° F (37,8°C).

• Use only the hose and factory preset regulator provided with the heater.

• Check heater for damage before each use. Do not use a damaged heater.

• Check hose before each use of heater. If highly worn or cut, replace with hose specified by manufacturer before using heater.

• Do not alter heater. Keep heater in its original state.

• Do not use heater if altered.

• Locate heater on stable and level surface if heater is hot or operating.

• Not intended for use on finished floors.

• Never block air inlet (bottom of shell) or air outlet (around top of shell) of heater.

• Do not leave heater unattended.

• Keep children and animals away from heater.

• Never move, handle, or service a hot or operating heater. Severe burns may result. Y ou must wait 15 minutes after turning heater of f.

• To prevent injury, wear gloves when handling heater.

• Never attach duct work to heater.

• Turn off propane supply to heater when not in use.

• Use only original replacement parts. This heater must use design-specific parts. Do not substitute or use generic parts. Improper replacement parts could cause serious or fatal injuries.

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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

UNPACKING

THEORY OF OPERATION

PROPANE SUPPLY

VENTILATION

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Top

Shell

Thermocouple

Ignitor Electrode

Burner Tube

Piezo Ignitor Button

Valve Inlet

Hose/Regulator Assembly

Figure 1 - Product Identification

Control Knob

Base

PROPANE SUPPLY

You must provide propane gas and propane tank(s). Use this heater only with a propane vapor withdrawal supply

system. See Chapter 5 of the Standard for Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gas, ANSI/NFPA 58 and/or CAN/CGA B149.2. Your local library or fire department will have this booklet.

This heater will operate with a 20-pound (9,07 kg) propane tank. However, you can only operate it in the LOW position during mildly cool weather. At higher heat settings or during colder weather, you must use larger tanks.

The amount of propane gas ready for use from propane tanks varies. Two factors decide this amount.

1. The amount of propane gas in tank(s)

2. The temperature of tank(s)

The chart below shows the minimum number of 100-pound (45 kg) tanks needed to run the heater. Connect tanks together with a manifold.

Average Temperature (°F[°C]) Number

At Tank Location Of Tanks

60° (15,6°)1 40° (4,4°)1 32° (0°)1 20° (-6.7°)1 10° (-12,2°)2 0° (-17,8) 2

Less gas is vaporized at lower temperatures. Your local propane gas dealer will help you select the proper supply system.

UNPACKING

1. Remove all packing items applied to heater for shipment. Keep plastic cover caps (attached to valve inlet and hose/regulator assembly) for storage.

2. Remove all items from carton.

3. Check all items for shipping damage. If heater is damaged, promptly inform dealer where you bought heater.

THEORY OF OPERATION

The Fuel System: The hose/regulator assembly attaches to the

propane gas supply. This provides fuel to the heater.

The Ignition System: The piezo ignitor lights main burner. The Automatic Control System: This system causes the heater to

shut down if the flame goes out.

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VENTILATION

WARNING: Provide at least a 2.5 square foot (76 cm) opening of fresh, outside air while running heater. If proper fresh, outside air ventilation is not provided, carbon monoxide poisoning can occur. Provide proper fresh, outside air ventilation before running heater.

INSTALLATION OPERATION

INSTALLATION

WARNING: Review and understand the warnings

in the

Safety Information

section, page 2. They are needed to safely operate this heater. Follow all local codes when using this heater.

WARNING: Test all gas piping and connections for leaks after installation or servicing. 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.

1. Provide propane supply system (see Propane Supply, page 3).

2. Connect fuel gas fitting on hose/regulator assembly to propane tank(s). Turn fuel gas fitting counterclockwise into threads on tank. Tighten firmly using a wrench.

IMPORTANT:

Tighten regulator with vent pointing down. Pointing vent down protects regulator from weather damage.

3. Connect hose to the valve inlet. Tighten firmly using a wrench. You must use the regulator supplied with heater even if propane tank has one.

4. Open propane supply valve on propane tank(s) slowly.

Note:

If not opened slowly , excess-flow check valve on propane tank may stop gas flow. If this happens, you may hear a click inside the regulator assembly, this is the check valve closing. To reset the excess flow check valve, close propane supply valve and open again slowly.

5. Check all connections for leaks. Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints. Bubbles forming show a leak that must be corrected.

6. Close propane supply valve.

Fuel Gas Fitting

Propane Supply Valve

Vent (pointing down)

Propane Tank

Hose

Regulator

Valve Inlet

Hose

Figure 3 - Hose and Valve Inlet

OPERATION

WARNING: Review and understand the warnings in the needed to safely operate this heater. Follow all local codes when using this heater.

TO START HEATER

1. Follow all installation, ventilation, and safety information.

2. Locate heater on stable and level surface. Make sure strong

3. Make sure unit is turned off by slightly depressing and turning

4. Open propane supply valve on propane tank(s) slowly.

5. Slightly depress and turn control knob counterclockwise to the

6. With the control knob pushed all the way in, press and release

Safety Information

section, page 2. They are

drafts do not blow on heater.

control knob fully clockwise to OFF.

Note:

If not opened slowly , excess-flow check valve on propane tank may stop gas flow . If this happens, you may hear a click inside the regulator assembly, this is the check valve closing. To reset the excess flow check valve, close propane supply valve and open again slowly.

LOW position (see Figure 4).

the piezo ignitor button. Keep pressing piezo ignitor button until the burner lights. Hold control knob down for a maximum of 15 seconds while attempting ignition. If heater does not ignite, release control knob and wait 3 minutes before attempting reignition.

Continue Turning Knob

Counterclockwise to

MED and HI

Off

Position

Low

Position

Figure 2 - Regulator With Vent Pointing Down

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Piezo Ignitor Button

Control Knob

Figure 4 - Control Knob and Piezo Ignitor Button Locations

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OPERATION

Continued

7. After ignition, hold control knob down for about 30 seconds. This activates the automatic control system.

8. When burner remains lit, set heater at the desired heat level by slightly depressing the control knob and turning it counterclockwise to the MED or HIGH settings (see Figure 4, page 4).

9. If burner goes out, turn off gas. Slightly depress and turn control knob fully clockwise to OFF. Check fuel supply. If adequate fuel is available, restart heater beginning at step #1, page 4.

FLAME PATTERNS

Figure 5 shows a correct flame pattern. The burner flame is mostly blue with a slight yellow coloring on the ends.

Figure 6 shows an incorrect flame pattern. The flame is mostly yellow. The incorrect flame pattern results from low gas pressure or from flashback.

Yellow Flame

Flame Inside Burner Tube (makes roaring noise)

OPERATION

STORAGE

Blue Flame

CAUTION: Running heater below specified input rating may cause flashback. During flashback, the burner flame is mostly yellow. The flame will burn inside the burner tube, causing a roaring noise. If flashback occurs, turn heater off. After burner tube cools, restart the heater.

Slight Yellow Coloring on Flame Ends

Burner Tube

Figure 5 - Correct Flame Pattern at High Position

Blue Flame

Figure 6 - Incorrect Flame Pattern During Flashback

TO STOP HEATER

1. Tightly close propane supply valve on propane tank(s). Allow heater to burn remaining fuel in hose.

2. Shut off burner. Do this by pushing in the control knob and turning clockwise to the OFF position.

TO RESTART HEATER

1. Wait five minutes after stopping heater.

2. Restart heater by following steps under T o Start Heater, page 4.

STORAGE

CAUTION: Disconnect heater from propane sup-

ply tank(s).

1. Store propane tank(s) in safe manner. Refer to Chapter 5 of

Standard for Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58 and/or CAN/CGA B149.2. Follow all

local codes. Always store propane tanks outdoors.

2. Place plastic cover caps over brass fittings on inlet connector and hose/regulator assembly.

3. Store in a dry, clean, and safe place.

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MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS

REPLACEMENT PARTS

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Never attempt to service heater while it is connected to propane supply, operating, or hot. Severe burns can occur.

1. Keep heater clean.

2. Inspect heater before each use. Check connections for leaks. Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to connections. Bubbles forming show a leak that must be corrected. Correct all leaks at once.

3. Inspect hose/regulator assembly before each use. If hose is highly worn or cut, replace.

4. Have heater inspected yearly by a qualified service person.

SPECIFICATIONS

Rating (Btu/Hr)

High ..............................................................................80,000

Medium ........................................................................60,000

Low ..............................................................................40,000

Fuel .............................................................. Propane Vapor Only

Fuel Consumption

Gallons(Liters)/Hour .................................... High 0.87 (3,29)

Low 0.44 (1,66)

Pounds(Kg)/Hour ......................................... High 3.71 (1,68)

Low 1.86 (0,84)

Supply Pressure (To Regulator)

Maximum ................................................200 psi (1.379 Kpa)

Minimum, for input adjustment .................20 psi (137,9 Kpa)

Manifold Pressure (inches/cm of water column)

High ...................................................................... 18" (45,72)

Low ................................................................... 23.8" (60,45)

Ignitor Gap............................................................. 0.195" (49,53)

Minimum Temperature.......................-20ºF (-29ºC) Surrounding

Air Temperature

Size - L x W x H (Inches/cm)

Heater ............................... 15 x 16 x 20 (38,1 x 40,64 x 50,8)

Carton ................. 18 x 18.75 x 20.75 (45,72 x 47,62 x 52,70)

Weight (Pounds/Kg)

Heater .............................................................. 13 lbs./5,90 kg

Carton .............................................................. 17 lbs./7,71 kg

REPLACEMENT PARTS

WARNING: Use only original replacement parts. This heater must use design-specific parts. Do not substitute or use generic parts. Improper replacement parts could cause serious or fatal injuries. This will also 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 or call DESA Heating Products’ Technical Service Department at 1-866-672-6040.

When calling DESA Heating Products, have ready

• your name

• your address

• model and serial numbers of your heater

• how heater was malfunctioning

• purchase date In most cases, we will ask you to return the 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 or call DESA Heating Products at 1-866-672-6040 for referral information.

When calling DESA Heating Products, have ready

• model number of your heater

• the replacement part number

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Note:

For additional help, visit DESA Heat-

ing Products’ technical service website at

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TROUBLESHOOTING

ACCESSORIES

WARNING: Never attempt to service heater while it is connected

to propane supply, operating, or hot. Severe burns can occur.

SYMPTOM

Burner fails to light

Burner lights but goes out when automatic control valve button is released

Burn rate is low

POSSIBLE CAUSE

1. Propane supply valve closed on propane tank(s)

2. Excess flow check valve closed

3. Blockage in burner orifice

4. Piezo ignition system not sparking

1. Not enough warm up time

2. Low gas pressure

3. Thermocouple loose or needs to be replaced

4. Automatic control valve needs to be replaced

1. Control valve is on LOW

2. Plugged gas orifice

3. Low gas pressure

4. Low fuel supply

REMEDY

1. Open propane supply valve slowly

2. Close propane supply valve on propane tank and reopen slowly

3. Replace burner orifice

4. Check to assure ignitor electrode gap is .195" Check wire lead for damage. Replace piezo ignitor and/or ignitor electrode as necessary

1. Relight, hold automatic control valve button in 45 seconds

2. Check propane tank(s) for proper gas supply

3. Tighten connection or replace thermocouple

4. Replace automatic control valve

1. Push and turn valve counter clockwise to MED or HIGH

2. Replace gas orifice

3. Check gas supply; check regulator output

4. Consult propane gas supplier

ACCESSORIES

Purchase these heater accessories and parts from your nearest dealer or service center. If they can not supply an accessory or part, either contact your nearest Parts Central (listed in the separate Authorized Service Center booklet) or call DESA Heating Products’ at 1-866-672-6040. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual.

Part Number Description

LPA4020 Fuel Gas Connector

Connects regulator to all standard propane tanks. U.L. and AGA listed.

LPA1000 10 Foot Hose LPA2160 Regulator LPA3110 Hose and Regulator Assembly

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ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN

Model RCP80V

ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN

MODEL RCP80V

This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 6 of this manual.

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.

1 ** Top and Shell Assembly 1 2 103929-01 Burner Assembly 1 3 103904-01 Ignitor Electrode 1 4 103032-01 Nozzle 1 5 ** Base 1 6 103036-01 Control Knob 1 7 102445-01 Piezo Ignitor Kit 1 8 099236-01 Thermocouple Kit 1 9 103854-01 Thermocouple Bracket 1 10 103037-01 Nozzle Locator 1 11 103930-01 Valve Assembly 1 12 078978-03 Cap Sleeve 1

PARTS AVAILABLE - NOT SHOWN

111677-02 Tradename Decal (RCP80V) 1 099681-03 Information Decal, English 1 099681-07 Information Decal, Spanish 1 099683-02 Operation Decal, English 1 099683-04 Operation Decal, Spanish 1

** Not a field replaceable part.

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