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.
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
Model: RP30C and CGP18C
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.
Illustrated Parts List.......................................................................28-31
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, persons 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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Safety Information continued on page 3
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SAFETY
INFORMATION
Continued
W ARNINGS
WARNING ICON G 001
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. This heater shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom.
4. 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
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 areas
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 Combustionand Ventilation, pages 5 through 8.
7. Keep all air openings in the front and bottom of heater clear and free of debris.
This will insure 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 and clothing ignition. Heater will
remain hot for a time after shutdown. Allow surface to cool before touching.
12.Make sure grill guard is in place before running heater.
13.Carefully supervise young children when they are in same room with 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 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.
Continued
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PRODUCT
IDENTIFICATION
Front
Panel
Ignitor ButtonControl Knob
Grill
Guard
Heat Shield
(RP30C) or
Glass Panel
(CGP18C)
Heater
Cabinet
Figure 1 - Vent-Free Propane/LP Gas Heater
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 National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1, 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 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.
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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:
1. Unusually Tight Construction; 2. Unconfined Space; 3. Confined Space.
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 or less with open-
ings 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
and
.
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Unconfined Space
The National Fuel Gas Code, ANSIZ223.1, 1992, Section 5.3 defines uncon-
fined space as having a minimum air volume of 50 cubic feet (127 cubic cm) for
each 1000 Btu/Hr input rating of all appliances in the space (cubic feet equals
length x width x height of space). Include adjoining rooms only if there are
doorless passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms.
Confined Space
The National Fuel Gas Code, ANSIZ223.1, 1992, Section 5.3 defines confined
space as having an air volume of less than 50 cubic feet (127 cubic cm) for each
1000 Btu/Hr input rating of all appliances in the space (cubic feet equals length
x width x height of space). Include adjoining rooms only if there are doorless
passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms.
Continued
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AIR FOR
COMBUSTION
DETERMINING 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.
AND
VENTILATION
Continued
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)
Example:
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:
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.
Space size20 ft. (length) x 16 ft. (width) x 8 ft. (ceiling height) =
2560 cu. ft. (volume of space)
2560 cu. ft. (volume of space) ÷ 50 cu. ft. = 51.2 or 51,200 (maximum Btu/Hr the
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+18,000Btu/Hr
Total=58,000Btu/Hr
51,200Btu/Hr (maximum the space can support)
58,000Btu/Hr (actual amount of Btu/Hr used)
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COMBUSTION
AND
VENTILATION
Continued
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
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, 1992, Section 5.3.
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/ANSI Z223.1,
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
Continued
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AIR FOR
COMBUSTION
AND
VENTILATION
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. Follow the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA54/ANSI Z223.1, Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required size
of ventilation grills or ducts.
IMPORTANT:
a 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
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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INSTALLING
TO WALL
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)
* 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 27.
LOCATING HEATER
This heater is designed to be mounted on a wall.
• manual shutoff valve *
• ground joint union
• test gauge connection * (see
Figure 13, page 15)
• sediment trap
• tee joint
• pipe wrench
WARNING
WARNING ICON G 001
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 model CGP18C on floor, away from a wall. An optional floor
mounting stand is needed. Purchase the floor mounting stand from your dealer. See
Accessories, page 27.
WARNING
WARNING ICON G 001
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
CAUTION
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.
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IMPORTANT:
stalling 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.
Vent-free heaters add moisture to the air. Although this is beneficial, in-
Continued
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INSTALLING
36"
*
FLOOR
CEILING
Minimum
Minimum To Floor
6"
Minimum
From
Sides Of
Heater
Left
Side
Right
Side
TO WALL
Continued
WARNING ICON G 001
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
• where strong wind gusts from an open door or garage door can not blow
directly into heater.
An optional fan kit is available from your dealer. See Accessories, page 27. If
planning to use fan, locate heater near an electrical outlet.
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*163/4" - RP30C
*3"- CGP18C
Figure 4 - Mounting Clearances As Viewed From Front of Heater
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INSTALLING
TO WALL
Continued
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 5 - Mounting 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 down.
4. Remove cardboard packing from grill and glass (CGP18C) or heat shield (RP30C).
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Figure 6 - Removing Front Panel Of Heater
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.
Continued
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INSTALLING
TO WALL
Continued
Marking Screw Locations
1. Tape mounting bracket to wall where heater will be located. Make sure mounting bracket is level.
WARNING
WARNING ICON G 001
Maintain minimum clearances shown in Figure 7. If you can,
provide greater clearances from floor and joining wall.
2. Mark screw locations on wall (see Figure 7).
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
16"
32 1/2"
Min.
Floor
RP30CCGP18C
7 1/4"
Min.
Only Insert Mounting
Screws Through Last
Hole On Each End
Adjoining Wall
16"
18 3/4"
Min.
Floor
Figure 7 - 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.
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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 8.
Figure 8 - Folding Anchor
3. Insert wall anchor (wings first) into hole. Tap anchor flush to wall.
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INSTALLING
TO WALL
Continued
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 9 - 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 10 - 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. Replace front panel after making
gas connections and checking for leaks (see pages 14-16).
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Figure 11 - Installing Bottom Mounting Screws
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CONNECTING
TO GAS
SUPPLY
NOTICE
A qualified service person must connect heater to gas supply.
Follow all local codes.
CAUTION
WARNING ICON G 001
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 12. Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet.
Propane/LP
Supply Tank
External
Regulator
Vent Pointing
Down
Figure 12 - External Regulator With Vent Pointing Down
CAUTION
WARNING ICON G 001
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 1/2" diameter or greater to allow proper gas volume to heater.
If pipe is too small, undue loss of pressure will occur.
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 13, 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
WARNING ICON G 001
Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant to liquid petroleum (LP) gas.
14
Install sediment trap in supply line as shown in Figure 13, 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
installed wrong, heater may not run properly.
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CONNECTING
TO GAS
SUPPLY
Continued
IMPORTANT:
and/or fittings.
1/2" NPT
Pipe Nipple
Hold pressure regulator with wrench when connecting it to gas piping
Note:
Burner bracket
Pressure
Regulator
not shown for clarity
CHECKING
GAS
CONNECTIONS
Heater
Cabinet
Manual
Shutoff
Valve *
Test
Gauge
Connection *
Sediment
Trap
Tee Joint
Reducer
Bushing to
1/8" NPT
1/8" NPT
Plug Tap
Tee Joint
Pipe
Nipple
Cap
Ground Joint
Union
From
External
Regulator
(11" W.C. to 14" W.C. Pressure)
3" Minimum
Figure 13 - Gas Connection
* 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 27.
WARNING
WARNING ICON G 001
Test all gas piping and connections for leaks after installing or
servicing. Correct all leaks at once.
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WARNING
WARNING ICON G 001
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.
CAUTION
WARNING ICON G 001
Make sure external regulator has been installed between propane/
LP supply and heater. See guidelines under
Supply
, page 14.
Connecting to Gas
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.
Continued
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CHECKING
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 14).
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 15). 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 14).
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 control valve (see Figure 15).
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 19). Check the rest of the
internal joints for leaks.
7. Turn off heater (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 19).
8. Replace front panel.
ON
Open
POSITION
Manual
Shutoff
Valve
16
Propane/LP
Supply Tank
OFF
POSITION
Closed
Figure 14 - Manual Shutoff Valve
Control Valve Location
Figure 15 - Checking Gas Joints
Manual
Shutoff
Valve
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OPERATING
Clockwise
HEATER
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
WARNING
WARNING ICON G 001
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
to the OFF position.
Control Knob
LOW
PILOT
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OFF
HIGH
IGNITOR
Figure 16 - 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. Press in control knob and turn counterclockwise
C-clockwise
to the PILOT
position. Keep control knob pressed in for five (5) seconds (see Figure 16,
page 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 burner and
pilot are located behind the heat shield. If needed, keep pressing ignitor
button until pilot lights.
Note:
If pilot does not stay lit, refer to Troubleshooting, pages 21 through
24. 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.
Thermocouple
PilotGRH/OV 007G
Ignitor Electrode
Pilot Burner
Figure 17 - Pilot
7. Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot. After 30
seconds, release control knob.
Note:
If pilot goes out, repeat steps 3 through 7.
C-clockwise
8. Turn control knob counterclockwise
to the LOW position. The
main burner should light. Set control knob to any heat level between HIGH
and LOW. To turn control knob from LOW to a higher setting, press in the
control knob and turn counterclockwise
Note:
Both HIGH and LOW are locked positions. You must press in control
C-clockwise
.
knob before turning it from these positions.
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CAUTION
Do not try to adjust heating levels by using the manual shutoff valve.
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OPERATING
Clockwise
Clockwise
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
HEATER
Continued
INSPECTING
BURNER
Shutting Off Heater
1. Turn control knob clockwise
2. Press in control knob and turn clockwise
3. 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 PILOT position.
to the OFF position.
Clockwise
to the PILOT position.
MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE
1. Remove front panel (see Figure 5, 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.
Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame pattern often.
PILOT FLAME PATTERN
Figure 18 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. Figure 19 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.
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Thermocouple
Thermocouple
Pilot Burner
Figure 18 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern
Pilot Burner
Figure 19 - Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern
Continued
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INSPECTING
CORRECT FLAME PATTERN
AT HIGH POSITION
1/2 HEAT SHIELD
OR GLASS HEIGHT
1/2 HEAT SHIELD
OR GLASS HEIGHT
INCORRECT FLAME PATTERN
AT HIGH POSITION
BURNER
If pilot flame pattern is incorrect, as shown in Figure 19
• turn heater off (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 19)
• see Troubleshooting, pages 21 through 24
Continued
BURNER FLAME PATTERN
Figure 20 shows a correct burner flame pattern. Figure 21 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 heat shield height.
WARNING
WARNING ICON G 001
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.
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Figure 20- Correct Burner Flame Pattern
Figure 21 - Incorrect Burner Flame Pattern
If burner flame pattern is incorrect, as shown in Figure 21
• turn heater off (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 19)
• see Troubleshooting, pages 21 through 24
Yellow
Tipping
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CLEANING
AND
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
WARNING ICON G 001
Turn off heater and let cool before cleaning.
CAUTION
WARNING ICON G 001
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 and bedding material, sawdust, cobwebs, 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 troubleshooting
items are listed in order of
operation.
WARNING
WARNING ICON G 001
Turn off and unplug heater and let cool before servicing. Only a
qualified service person should service and repair heater.
CAUTION
WARNING ICON G 001
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 21) or
replace ODS/pilot
assembly
7. Replace gas regulator
ODS/pilot lights but
flame goes out when
control knob is
released
Burner does not light
after ODS/pilot is lit
1. Control knob not fully
pressed in
2. Control knob not
pressed in long enough
3. Manual shutoff valve
not fully open
4. Thermocouple connection loose at control
valve
5. 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
6. Thermocouple damaged
7. Control valve damaged
1. Burner orifice is
clogged
1. Press in control knob
fully
2. After ODS/pilot lights,
keep control knob
pressed in 30 seconds
3. Fully open manual
shut-off valve
4. Hand tighten until
snug, then tighten 1/4
turn more
5. A) Contact local
propane/LP gas
company
B) Clean ODS/pilot
(see Cleaning andMaintenance, page 21)
or replace ODS/pilot
assembly
6. Replace thermocouple
7. Replace control valve
1. Clean burner (see
Cleaning and Maintenance, page 21) or
replace burner orifice
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TROUBLE-
SHOOTING
Continued
OBSERVED
PROBLEM
Burner does not light
after ODS/pilot is lit
(continued from
page 22)
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
2. Burner orifice diameter
is too small
3. Inlet gas pressure is
too low
REMEDY
2. Replace burner orifice
3. Contact local propane/
LP gas company
Delayed ignition of
burner
Burner backfiring
during combustion
Yellow flame during
burner combustion
1. Manifold pressure is
too low
2. Burner orifice is
clogged
1. Burner orifice is
clogged or damaged
2. Inlet gas pressure is
too low
3. Burner damaged
4. Gas regulator defective
1. Not enough air
2. Inlet gas pressure is
too low
3. Gas regulator defective
1. Contact local propane/
LP gas company
2. Clean burner (see
Cleaning and Maintenance, page 21) or
replace burner orifice
1. Clean burner (see
Cleaning and Maintenance, page 21) or
replace burner orifice
2. Contact local propane/
LP gas company
3. Replace burner
4. Replace gas regulator
1. Check burner for dirt
and debris. If found,
clean burner (see
Cleaning and Maintenance, page 21)
2. Contact local propane/
LP gas company
3. Replace gas regulator
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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 HIGH 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
LOW 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
Cleaning and Maintenance, page 21) or
replace burner orifice
Continued
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TROUBLE-
SHOOTING
Continued
WARNING
WARNING ICON G 001
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, solvents,
glues, etc. See
TANT
statement above
2. Low fuel supply
3. Gas leak. See Warn-
ing statement at
top of page
1. Not enough fresh air is
available
2. Low line pressure
3. ODS/pilot is partially
clogged
IMPOR-
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. Refill supply tank
3. Locate and correct all
leaks (see Checking GasConnections, 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 21)
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Gas odor even when
control knob is in
OFF position
Gas odor during
combustion
Moisture/condensation
noticed on windows
1. Gas leak. See Warn-
ing statement at
top of page
2. Control valve defective
1. Foreign matter between control valve
and burner
2. Gas leak. See Warn-
ing statement at
top of page
1. Not enough combustion/ventilation air.
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 Com-
bustion 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.
SPECIFICATIONS
SERVICE
HINTS
RP30CCGP18C
Btu (Variable)15,000/30,0009,000/18,000
Type GasPropane/LP OnlyPropane/LP Only
IgnitionPiezoPiezo
Pressure Regulator Setting8" W.C.8" W.C.
Inlet Gas Pressure (inches of water)
Maximum14"14"
Minimum11"11"
Dimensions, Inches (H x W x D)
Heater23.5 x 25.9 x 8.023.5 x 18.5 x 8.0
Carton26 x 27.75 x 9.6326 x 20.5 x 9.63
Weight (pounds)
Heater3022
Shipping3527
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
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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.
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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.
When calling, 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, have ready
• model number of your heater
• the replacement part number
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.
When calling a Parts Central, ask for the Parts Department.
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
P.O. Box 275
North Dayton Station
Dayton, OH 45404
All States
513-258-3721
OH 1-800-762-3426
Halco Enterprises
208 Carter Drive, Unit 21
West Chester, PA 19382
215-696-2670
1-800-368-0803
LA Porte's Parts & Service
2444 North 5th Street
Hartsville, SC 29550
803-332-0191
Parts Department
Cans Unlimited, Inc.
P.O. Box 645
Taylor, SC 29687
All States
803-879-3009
1-800-845-5301
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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 26) or call
DESA International’s Parts Department at 1-800-972-7879 for information.You can
also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual to receive these
accessories.
FAN KITS - GA3100A and GA3200T
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 - GA3200T. Includes three settings: ON/OFF/AUTO.
FLOOR MOUNTING
STAND - GA4000B and GA4500
Model CGP18C only
For locating heater on the floor, away
from a wall. Complete installation
instructions included.
MANUAL SHUTOFF
VALVE - GA5010
Manual shutoff valve with
1/8" NPT tap.
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28
ODS/PILOT
10-2
10-1
21
22
26
27
28
RP30C
20
11
4
8
5
3
7
10
9
6
16
12
13
17
14
19
25
15
8
24
18
23
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RP30C
PARTS LIST
This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts,
follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 26 of this manual.
098306-02Control Position Decal1
099261-02Operating Instructions Decal1
100642-01Assembly, Hardware1
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30
ODS/PILOT
12-2
12-1
22
23
26
24
10
28
29
30
25
CGP18C
13
11
12
18
8
4
10
7
6
3
5
2
9
14
21
27
15
19
16
20
17
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CGP18C
PARTS LIST
This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow
the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 26 of this manual.
098306-02Control Position Decal1
099491-07Operating Instructions Decal1
100642-01Assembly, Hardware1
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
KEEP THIS WARRANTY
Model
Serial No.
Date Purchased
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 HEATERS
DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for one (1) year 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 only the cost of part(s) required to restore
this heater to proper operating condition. 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 ONE (1) YEAR 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
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REV. C
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