Desa RFN30TA, VMH3000TPA User Manual
VENT-FREE HEATER
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RFN30TA
RFP30TA
VMH3000TNA
VMH3000TPA
15,000 to 30,000 Btu/Hr
with Thermostat
TM
OWNER’S OPERATION AND
INSTALLATION MANUAL
Shown with Optional
Mantel Which Features
a Built-in Base
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 quali-
fied installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
WARNING: Improper installation,
adjustment, alteration, service, or
maintenance can cause injury or
property damage. Refer to this
manual for correct installation and
operational procedures. For assistance or additional information
consult 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
Ventilation
this manual.
Air For Combustion and
section on page 5 of
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*, permanently located, manufactured (mobile)
home, where not prohibited by local codes.
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.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION ............................................................ 2
LOCAL CODES........................................................................... 3
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ..................................................... 3
UNPACKING............................................................................... 3
PRODUCT FEATURES .............................................................. 4
ASSEMBLING HEA TER ............................................................. 4
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION ........................... 5
INSTALLATION ........................................................................... 8
OPERATING HEATER.............................................................. 14
INSPECTING BURNER ............................................................ 15
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ............................................ 16
SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNINGS
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.
TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................. 17
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................... 20
REPLACEMENT PARTS .......................................................... 20
SERVICE HINTS....................................................................... 20
TECHNICAL SERVICE ............................................................. 20
ACCESSORIES ........................................................................ 21
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN AND PARTS LIST ....... 22
PARTS CENTRALS .................................................................. 24
OWNER’S REGISTRATION FORM.......................................... 25
WARRANTY INFORMATION.......................................Back cover
WARNING: Do not allow fans to blow directly into
the heater. Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame
patterns. Ceiling fans can create drafts that alter
burner flame patterns. Altered burner patterns can
cause sooting.
WARNING: Do not use a blower insert, heat
exchanger insert, or other accessory not approved
for use with this heater.
DANGER: 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.
Natural and Propane/LP Gas: Natural and propane/LP gases are
odorless. An odor-making agent is added to the gas. The odor
helps you detect a gas leak. However, the odor added to the gas can
fade. 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.
WARNING: Any change to this heater or its
controls can be dangerous.
Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be
located out of traffic and away from furniture and
draperies.
Do not place clothing or other flammable material on
or near the appliance. Never place any objects on the
heater.
Surface of heater becomes very hot when running
heater. Keep children and adults away from hot
surfaces to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Fireplace will remain hot for a time after shutdown. Allow
surfaces to cool before touching.
Carefully supervise young children when they are in
same room with heater.
Make sure screen is in place before running heater.
Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors
and liquids.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
LOCAL CODES
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
UNPACKING
3
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Continued
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 (propane/LP units only).
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. This heater needs fresh, outside air ventilation to run properly .
This heater has an Oxygen Depletion Sensing (ODS) safety
shutoff system. The ODS shuts down the heater if not enough
fresh air is available. See Air for Combustion and Ventilation,
pages 5 through 7.
6. If heater shuts off, do not relight until you provide fresh, outside air. If heater keeps shutting off, have it serviced.
7. To prevent the creation of soot, follow the instructions in Clean-
ing and Maintenance, page 16.
8. Before using furniture polish, wax, carpet cleaner, or similar
products, turn heater off. If heated, the vapors from these products may create a white powder residue within burner box or
on adjacent walls or furniture.
9. Do not run heater
• where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored.
• under dusty conditions.
10. 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.
11. T urn off and unplug heater and let cool before servicing. Only
a qualified service person should service and repair heater.
12. To prevent performance problems, do not use propane/LP fuel
tank of less than 100 lb. capacity (propane/LP units only).
13. Operating heater above elevations of 4,500 feet may cause pilot outage.
14. Provide adequate clearances around air openings.
LOCAL CODES
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 Z223.1/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
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Cabinet
Screen
Front
Panel
Log
Figure 1 - Vent-Free Gas Space Heater
UNPACKING
CAUTION: Do not remove the metal data plates
attached to the heater assembly. The data plates
contain important warranty and safety information.
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1. Remove heater from carton.
2. Remove all protective packaging applied to heater for shipment.
3. Make sure your heater includes two hardware packets.
4. Check heater for any shipping damage. If heater is damaged,
promptly return to dealer where you bought heater.
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PRODUCT FEATURES
4
ASSEMBLING HEATER
Removing Front Panel Of Heater
Installing Hood
Installing Log
PRODUCT FEATURES
SAFETY PILOT
This heater has a pilot with an Oxygen Depletion Sensing (ODS)
safety shutoff system. The ODS/pilot is a required feature for ventfree 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
This heater has a thermostat sensing bulb and a control valve. This
results in the greatest heater comfort. This can also result in lower
gas bills.
ASSEMBLING HEATER
Tools Required:
• Phillips screwdriver
• 5/16" hex wrench
• slotted screwdriver
INSTALLING LOG
Note:
For easier installation, lay heater on its back.
1. With Phillips screwdriver, remove two screws holding screen
in place. Remove screen.
2. Remove log from inside of deflector. Discard protective
packaging.
3. Gently slide log between log retaining brackets on deflector
assembly (see Figure 3). The log should fit firmly against bottom of log retaining brackets.
4. Reattach screen using two screws removed in step 1.
Deflector
Log
Retaining
Brackets
TrussHead
Screw
Log
Front
Panel
Heater
Cabinet
Hood
Sheet
Metal
Screw
REMOVING FRONT PANEL OF HEATER
1. Remove two screws near bottom corners of front panel with
Phillips screwdriver.
2. Pull bottom of front panel forward, then down (see Figure 2).
Figure 2 - Removing Front Panel of Heater
INSTALLING HOOD
1. Remove hood from protective tray.
2. Locate 4 black sheet metal screws from hardware pack.
3. Place hood on deflector and line up holes (see Figure 3).
4. Secure hood to deflector with 4 black sheet metal screws.
Note:
Side of hood should be on the outside flange of deflector.
Nut
Brass
Front Trim
Figure 3 - Assembling Heater
Screen
Screw
Screw
Burner
Shield
WARNING: Always have burner shield and screen
in place before operating heater. This prevents excessive temperatures on heater surfaces.
Failure to position the parts in accordance with these
diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically
approved with this heater may result in property
damage or personal injury.
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Continued
Attaching Brass Font Trim To Front Panel
ASSEMBLING HEATER
Assembling And Attaching Brass Trim
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION
5
5
ATTACHING BRASS FRONT TRIM TO FRONT
PANEL
1. Locate brass front trim in brass trim package.
2. Slide the head of two truss-head screws from hardware packet
into each end of brass front trim (see Figure 4).
3. Line up screws with holes in front panel (see Figure 3, page
4). Insert screws in holes. Attach nuts from inside of front panel.
Tighten with wrench.
Front Panel
Brass Front Trim
Truss-Head
Screw
Figure 4 - Attaching Brass Front Trim to Front Panel
Nut
ASSEMBLING AND ATTACHING BRASS TRIM
1. Remove packaging from remaining three pieces of brass trim.
2. Locate four brass screws, two adjusting plates with set screws,
and two shims in the hardware packet.
3. Align shim under adjusting plate as shown in Figure 5.
4. Slide one end of adjusting plate/shim in slot on mitered edge
of top brass trim (see Figure 5).
5. Slide other end of adjusting plate/shim in slot on mitered edge
of side brass trim (see Figure 5).
6. While firmly holding edges of brass trim together, tighten both
set screws on the adjusting plate with slotted screwdriver.
7. Repeat steps 1 through 6 for other side.
8. Place the assembled trim on front of heater cabinet. Attach on
top and sides with four brass screws included in hardware package (see Figure 6).
9. Reattach front panel to heater if you are going to mount the
heater to the base. Do not reattach front panel at this time if
you are going to mount heater to wall.
Side
Brass
Trim
Adjusting
Plate
Set Screws
Top Brass
Trim
Screws
Assembled
Brass Trim
Figure 6 - Attaching Brass Trim to Heater
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND
VENTILATION
WARNING: This heater shall not be installed in a
confined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air. Read the following instructions to insure proper fresh air for this and other fuelburning 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.
Shim
Mitered Edge
Slot
Figure 5 - Assembling Brass Trim
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Slot
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION
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Providing Adequate Ventilation
Determining Fresh Air Flow For Heater Location
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND
VENTILATION
Continued
PROVIDING ADEQUATE VENTILATION
The following are excerpts from National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54, 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 7 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 e xposed to the outside atmosphere
have a continuous water vapor retarder with a rating
of one perm (6 x 10
openings gasketed or sealed
b. weather stripping has been added on openable win-
dows 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
From Outdoors
, page 7
If your home does not meet all of the three criteria above,
proceed to
Determining Fresh-Air Flow for Heater Location
Confined and Unconfined Space
The National Fuel Gas Code, ANS Z223.1 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 m
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.
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kg per pa-sec-m2) or less with
and
and
Ventilation Air
.
DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR
HEATER LOCATION
Determining if You Have a Confined or
Unconfined Space
Use this work sheet 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:
height) = 2560 cu. ft. (volume of space)
If additional ventilation to adjoining room is supplied with grills or open-
ings, add the volume of these rooms to the total volume of the space.
2. Multiply the space volume by 20 to determine the maximum Btu/Hr
the space can support.
__________ (volume of space) x 20 = (Maximum Btu/Hr the space
Example:
Btu/Hr the space can support)
3. Add the Btu/Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space.
* 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)
3
__________________ Btu/Hr (actual amount of Btu/Hr used)
Example:
Space size 20 ft. (length) x 16 ft. (width) x 8 ft. (ceiling
can support)
2560 cu. ft. (volume of space) x 20 = 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
Example:
Gas water heater _____________ Btu/Hr
Vent-free heater + _____________ Btu/Hr
Total = _____________ Btu/Hr
51,200 Btu/Hr (maximum the space can support)
60,000 Btu/Hr (actual amount of Btu/Hr used)
30,000
30,000
60,000
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Determining Fresh Air Flow For Heater Location (Cont.)
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND
VENTILATION
Continued
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 V entilation Air Fr om
Inside Building.
B. Vent room directly to the outdoors. See Ventilation Air From
Outdoors.
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.
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION
Ventilation Air
12"
Ventilation Grills
Ventilation
Grills
into Adjoining
Room,
Option 1
Or
Remove
Door into
Adjoining
Room,
Option 3
Into Adjoining Room,
Option 2
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WARNING: If the area in which the heater may be
operated is smaller than that defined as an unconfined space or if the building is of unusually tight
construction, provide adequate combustion and ventilation air by one of the methods described in the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 Section 5.3
or applicable local codes.
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 7). You can also remove door into
adjoining room (see option 3, Figure 7). Follow the National Fuel
Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Section 5.3, Air for Combustion
and Ventilation for required size of ventilation grills or ducts.
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, ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54, Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation
for required size of ventilation grills or ducts.
IMPORTANT:
if attic has 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
12"
Figure 7 - Ventilation Air from Inside Building
Outlet
Air
Outlet
Air
Inlet
Air
Inlet Air
Figure 8 - Ventilation Air from Outdoors
Ventilated
Attic
Ventilated
Crawl Space
To Attic
To
Crawl
Space
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INSTALLATION
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Check Gas Type
Installation Items
Locating Heater
INSTALLATION
NOTICE: This heater is intended for use as supplemental heat. Use this heater along with your primary
heating system. Do not install this heater as your
primary heat source. If you have a central heating
system, you may run system’s circulating blower
while using heater. This will help circulate the heat
throughout the house. In the event of a power outage,
you can use this heater as your primary heat source.
WARNING: A qualified service person must install heater. Follow all local codes.
CHECK GAS TYPE
Use the correct gas type (natural or propane/LP) for your unit. If
your gas supply is not correct, 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.
• piping (check local codes)
• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)
• equipment shutoff valve *
• ground joint union
• test gauge connection *
• sediment trap
• tee joint
• pipe wrench
* A CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT
tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection. Purchase
the optional CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve from
your dealer. See Accessories, page 21.
LOCATING HEATER
WARNING: Maintain the minimum clearances
shown in Figure 9. If you can, provide greater clearances from floor, ceiling, and joining wall.
You can locate heater on floor. The optional hearth base is needed.
You can also install the optional decorative mantel on the heater
(some mantels require hearth base).
tional mantel and hearth base specified in this manual. Purchase the
optional mantel and hearth base from your dealer. See Accessories,
page 21.
The heater may also be mounted on a wall. You cannot use optional
mantel if mounting heater on a wall.
IMPORTANT:
Only use op-
WARNING: Never install the heater
• in a bedroom or bathroom
• in a recreational vehicle
• where curtains, furniture, clothing, or other flam-
mable 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 (such
as, but not limited to, tobacco smoke, aromatic
candles, cleaning fluids, oil or kerosene lamps, etc.)
in the air exist, may discolor walls.
IMPORTANT:
Vent-free heaters add moisture to the air. Although
this is beneficial, 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 7.
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 21. If planning to use fan, locate heater near an electrical outlet.
CEILING
36"
6"
Minimum
From
Sides Of
Heater
Left
Side
FLOOR
Figure 9 - Mounting Clearances As Viewed From Front of Heater
Minimum
Right
Side
Minimum to Top Surface of
Carpeting, Tile, or Other
3"
Combustible Material
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Thermostat Sensing Bulb
INSTALLATION
Installation Options
A. Mounting Heater To Wall
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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 2, page 4).
2. Locate thermostat sensing bulb just under burner assembly.
IMPORTANT:
proper operation.
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
10. Clamp is provided in hardware package.
3. Snap clamp into upper mounting hole as shown in Figure 10.
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
Thermostat
Sensing Bulb
Clamp
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.
Marking Screw Locations
1. Tape mounting bracket to wall where heater will be located.
Make sure mounting bracket is level.
WARNING: Maintain minimum clearances shown
in Figure 11. If you can, provide greater clearances
from floor and joining wall.
2. Mark screw locations on wall (see Figure 11).
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.
16"
Figure 10 - Attaching Thermostat Sensing Bulb
INSTALLATION OPTIONS
There are three options for mounting this heater.
A. Mounting heater to wall
B. Mounting heater to optional hearth base
C. Mounting heater with optional hearth base to optional mantel.
A. MOUNTING HEATER TO WALL
Mounting Bracket
The mounting bracket is located in the package tray. Remove
mounting bracket from tray.
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
Only Insert Mounting
Screws Through Last
Adjoining Wall
Figure 11 - Mounting Bracket Clearances
Hole On Each End
Floor
18 3/4"
Min.
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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