Desa Tech K70, K155 Owner's Manual

TRADESMAN K70 & KI55

KEROSENE

PORTABLE FORCED

AIR HEATERS

(WITH BUILT-IN THERMOSTAT)

OWNER’S MANUAL

Models: CP070BK and CP155AK

Heater Size: 70,000 and 155,000 Btu/Hr

H.S.I. Series

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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

THEORY OF OPERATION ......................................................... 4

FUELS......................................................................................... 4

VENTILATION............................................................................. 4

ASSEMBLY................................................................................. 5

OPERATION ............................................................................... 5

OPERATION WITH PORTABLE GENERATOR.......................... 6

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ......................... 6

STORING, TRANSPORTING, OR SHIPPING............................ 6

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

SERVICE PROCEDURES .......................................................... 8

WIRING DIAGRAM ................................................................... 14

SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................... 14

TECHNICAL SERVICE ............................................................. 15

REPLACEMENT PARTS .......................................................... 15

ACCESSORIES ........................................................................ 15

ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN AND PARTS LIST ....... 16

WARRANTY AND GENERAL INFORMATION ......................... 22

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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.

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: Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death!

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: 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! 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.

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.

• Use only kerosene, #1#2 diesel/fuel oil, JET A or JP-8 fuels to avoid risk of ﬁre or explosion. Never use gasoline, naphtha, paint thinners, alcohol, or other highly ﬂammable fuels.

• Fueling a)Personnel involved with fueling shall be qualified and thor-

oughly familiar with the manufacturer's instructions and applicable regulations regarding the safe fueling of heating units.

b)Only the type of fuel specified on the heater's data plate shall

be used.

c) All flame, including the pilot light, if any, shall be extin-

guished and the heater allowed to cool, prior to fueling.

d)During fueling, all fuel lines and fuel-line connections shall

be inspected for leaks. Any leaks shall be repaired prior to returning the heater to service.

e)At no time shall more than one day's supply of heater fuel

be stored inside a building in the vicinity of the heater. Bulk fuel storage shall be outside the structure.

f) All fuel storage shall be located a minimum of 762cm (25

feet) from heaters, torches, welding equipment, and similar sources of ignition (exception: the fuel reservoir integral with the heater unit).

g)Whenever possible, fuel storage shall be confined to areas

where floor penetrations do not permit fuel to drip onto or be ignited by a fire at lower elevation.

h)Fuel storage shall be in accordance with the authority hav-

ing jurisdiction.

• Use only the electrical voltage and frequency speciﬁed on model plate.

• Heater must be grounded. Use only a properly grounded threewire extension cord. Plug into grounded outlet only.

• Use only in areas free of ﬂammable vapors or high dust content.

• Minimum clearance from any combustible materials: 8 feet (244 cm) from hot air outlet; 6 feet (183 cm) from top; and 2 feet (61 cm) from sides and inlet.

• Locate heater on a stable and level surface while hot or operating or a ﬁre may occur.

• Use only in well-vented areas. Before using heater, provide at least a 2800 square cm (three-square-foot) opening of fresh, outside air for each 30 kw (100,000 Btu/Hr) of rating.

• Keep children and animals away from heater at all times.

• Never start heater when combustion chamber is hot or if fuel has accumulated in combustion chamber.

• When used with thermostat, heater may start at anytime.

• When heater is moved or stored, it must be in a level position or fuel spillage may occur.

• Use heater only in accordance with local ordinances and codes.

• Never use gasoline, crankcase drainings, naphtha, paint thinners, alcohol, or other highly flammable fuels.

• Never use heater where gasoline, paint thinner, or other highly flammable vapors are present.

• Never use heater in living or sleeping areas.

• Never leave a heater plugged in without adult supervision if children or animals are likely to be present.

• Never move, handle, refuel, or service a hot, operating, or plugged-in heater.

• Never attach duct work to front or rear of heater.

• Never attach heater to external fuel tank.

• Heaters used in the vicinity of tarpaulins, canvas, or similar enclosure materials shall be located a safe distance from such materials. The recommended minimum safe distance is

304.8cm (10 feet). It is further recommended that these enclosure materials be of a fire retardant nature. These enclosure materials shall be securely fastened to prevent them from igniting or from upsetting the heater due to wind action.

• Unplug heater when not in use.

• Never block air inlet (rear) or air outlet (front) of heater.

•

Warning to New York City Residents For Use Only At Construction Sites in accordance with ap-

plicable NYC codes under NYCFD certificate of approval #4803, #4899, #4908, #4909, or #4934.

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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

UNPACKING

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Hot Air Outlet

Upper Shell

Lower Shell

Fuel Tank

Side Cover

Ignition Control Assembly (On Inside of Side Cover)

Figure 1 - 70,000 Btu Unit

Hot Air Outlet

Handle

Power Cord

Thermostat Knob (Thermostat Models Only)

Fan Guard

Fuel Cap

Fan

Upper Shell

Guard

Air Filter End Cover

UNPACKING

1. Remove all packing items applied to heater for shipment.

2. Remove all items from carton.

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

Lower Shell

Fuel Cap

Side Cover

Ignition Control Assembly (On Inside of Side Cover)

Figure 2 - 155,000 Btu Unit

Power Cord

Fuel Tank

Thermostat Knob (Thermostat Models Only)

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THEORY OF OPERATION

FUELS VENTILATION

THEORY OF OPERATION

The Fuel System: The air pump forces air through the air line. The

air is then pushed through the nozzle. This air causes fuel to lift from the tank. A ﬁne mist of fuel is sprayed into the combustion chamber.

The Air System: The motor turns the fan. The fan pushes air into

and around the combustion chamber. This air is heated and provides a stream of clean, hot air.

Clean Heated Air Out

Fuel Tank

Combustion Chamber

Nozzle

Air For Fuel System

Ignitor

Fuel Filter

Air For Combustion And Heating

Motor

Fan

Air Line To Burner

The Ignition System:

The ignition control assembly provides power to the ignitor. This ignites the fuel/air mixture in the combustion chamber.

The Flame-Out Control System: This system causes the heater to

shut down if the ﬂame goes out.

Air Pump

Air Intake Filter

Cool

Air In

Air Output Filter

Ignition Control Assembly

Fuel

Figure 3 - Cross Section Operational View

FUELS

WARNING: Use only kerosene, #1/#2 diesel/fuel oil, JET A or JP-8 fuels to avoid risk of ﬁre or explosion. Never use gasoline, oil drained from crankcases, naphtha, paint thinners, alcohol or other highly ﬂammable fuels.

Use only kerosene, #1/#2 diesel/fuel oil, JET A or JP-8 fuels. Heavier fuels such as No. 2 fuel oil or No. 2 diesel fuel may also be used but will result in:

• noticeable odor

• additional fuel ﬁlter maintenance

• the need for nontoxic, anti-icer additives in very cold weather Do not use fuels heavier than No. 2 grade or heavy oils such as oil

drained from crankcases. These heavy oils will not ignite properly and will contaminate the heater.

IMPORTANT:

(yellow) storage container. Be sure storage container is clean. Foreign matter such as rust, dirt, or water will cause the ignition control assembly to shut down heater. Foreign matter may also require heater's fuel system to be frequently cleaned.

Use a KEROSENE ONLY (blue) or DIESEL ONLY

VENTILATION

Follow the minimum fresh, outside air ventilation requirements. If proper fresh, outside air ventilation is not provided, carbon monoxide poisoning can occur. Provide proper fresh, outside air ventilation before running heater.

Provide at least a three-square-foot opening of fresh, outside air for each 100,000 Btu/Hr rating. Provide extra fresh air if more heaters are being used.

Example:

• a two-car garage door (16 feet wide opening) raised 3.5 inches

• a single-car garage door (9 feet wide opening) raised 6.5 inches

• two 30 inch wide windows raised 11.5 inches

A 155,000 Btu/Hr heater requires one of the following:

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ASSEMBLY

OPERATION

ASSEMBLY

(155,000 BTU UNITS ONLY)

This model is furnished with wheels and handles. Wheels, handles, and the mounting hardware are found in the shipping carton.

TOOLS NEEDED

• Medium Phillips Screwdriver

• 3/8" Open or Adjustable Wrench

• Hammer

1. Slide axle through wheel support frame. Install wheels on axle.

IMPORTANT:

of wheels toward wheel support frame (see Figure 4).

2. Place cap nuts on axle ends. Gently tap with hammer to secure.

3. Place heater on wheel support frame. Make sure air inlet end (rear) of heater is over wheels. Line up holes on fuel tank ﬂange with holes on wheel support frame.

4. Place front handle (and rear handle if provided) on top of fuel tank ﬂange. Insert screws through handle(s), fuel tank ﬂange, and wheel support frame. Attach nut ﬁnger tight after each screw is inserted.

5. After all screws are inserted, tighten nuts ﬁrmly.

Front Handle (If Provided)

Hot Air Outlet

Fuel Tank Flange

When installing wheels, point extended hub

Handle

Screw

Air Inlet

OPERATION

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

TO START HEATER

1. Follow all ventilation and safety information.

2. Locate heater to provide maximum circulation of the heated

3. Fill fuel tank with kerosene, #1#2 diesel/fuel oil, JET A or

4. Attach fuel cap.

5. For thermostat models, turn thermostat knob clockwise to the

6. Plug heater’s power cord into approved, grounded, three-wire

7. Plug extension cord into standard 120 volt/60 hertz, 3-prong

8. For thermostat models, adjust thermostat knob to the desired

Safety Information

air. Follow all location requirements noted in Safety Information, page 2.

JP-8 fuel.

high position.

extension cord. Extension cord must be at least six feet (1.8 meters) long.

Extension Cord Size Requirement

6 to 10 feet (1.8 to 3 meters) long, use 18 AWG (0.75 mm2) rated cord

11 to 100 feet (3.3 to 30.5 meters) long, use 16 AWG (1.0 mm2) rated cord

101 to 200 feet (30.8 to 61 meters) long, use 14 AWG (1.5 mm2) rated cord

grounded outlet. then heater will start.

setting. This thermostat is a general-heating control. It is not intended for precise temperature control. Adjust thermostat until heater cycles at the desired setting.

Note:

A cold heater may affect the thermostat setting.

section, page 2. They are

Ignitor will preheat for five seconds,

Wheel Support Frame

Wheel

Cap Nut

Nut

Figure 4 - Wheel and Handle Assembly

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Axle

Extended Hub

TO STOP HEATER

Unplug extension cord from outlet.

TO RESTART HEATER

1. Unplug extension cord from outlet and wait 10 seconds. (W ait two minutes if heater has been running.)

2. Repeat steps under To Start Heater.

OPERATION WITH PORTABLE GENERATOR

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE STORING, TRANSPORTING, OR SHIPPING

OPERATION WITH PORTABLE GENERATOR

WARNING: Before operating heater or any appliance from a portable generator, verify that generator has been properly connected to earth ground. Improper grounding or failure to ground generator can result in electrocution if a ground fault occurs. Refer to owner’s manual supplied by generator manufacturer for proper grounding procedures.

The operating voltage range of the heater is 108 to 132 Volts (120 Volts +/- 10%). Prior to plugging heater into generator the output voltage should be verified (if generator is equipped with the automatic idle feature, the output voltage should be measured with the generator running at full speed). If the voltage does not measure in this range the heater should not be plugged into the generator.

Refer to Operation, page 5, for starting, stopping, and resetting heater procedures.

Alternator

Ground Lug

Copper or Brass Grounding Point

STORING, TRANSPORTING, OR SHIPPING

Note:

If shipping, transport companies require fuel tanks to be empty.

1. Drain fuel tank.

Note:

Some models have drain plug on underside of fuel tank. If so, remove drain plug to drain all fuel. If heater does not have drain plug, drain fuel through fuel cap opening. Be sure all fuel is removed.

2. Replace drain plug if provided.

3. If any debris is noted in old fuel, add 1 or 2 quarts of clean kerosene to tank, stir, and drain again. This will prevent excess debris from clogging filters during future use.

4. Replace fuel cap or drain plug. Properly dispose of old and dirty fuel. Check with local automotive service stations that recycle oil.

5. If storing, store heater in dry place. Make sure storage place is free of dust and corrosive fumes.

IMPORTANT:

during next heating season. Using old fuel could damage heater.

Do not store kerosene over summer months for use

Ground Wire (#10 AWG Stranded-Copper)

Figure 5 - Typical Generator Grounding Method (Generator construction may vary from that shown)

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

WARNING: Never service heater while it is plugged in, operating, or hot. Severe burns and electrical shock

can occur.

Item

Fuel tank

Air output and lint ﬁlters

Air intake ﬁlter

Fuel ﬁlter

Ignitor

Fan blades

How Often

Flush every 150-200 hours of operation or as needed

Replace every 500 hours of operation or once a year

Wash and dry with soap and water every 500 hours of operation or as needed

Clean twice a heating season or as needed

No maintenance required

Clean every season or as needed

How To

See Storing, Transporting, or Shipping, above

See Air Output, Air Intake, and Lint Filters, page 8

See Fuel Filter, page 9

See Fan, page 8

Motor

Not required/permanently lubricated

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TROUBLESHOOTING

OBSERVED FAULT

Motor does not start five seconds after heater is plugged in

Motor starts and runs but heater does not ignite

WARNING: Never service heater while it is plugged in, operating,

or hot. Severe burns and electrical shock can occur.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

1. No power to heater

2. Thermostat setting too low

WARNING: High voltage!

3. Bad electrical connection between motor and ignition control assembly or ignition control assembly and power cord

4. Blown fuse on ignition control assembly

5. Binding pump rotor

6. Defective ignition control assembly

7. Defective motor

1. No fuel in tank

2. Pump pressure incorrect

3. Dirty fuel ﬁlter

4. Obstruction in nozzle assembly

5. Water in fuel tank

REMEDY

1. Check circuit breaker in electrical panel.

2. Turn thermostat knob to a higher setting

3. Check all electrical connections. See Wiring Diagram, page 14

4. See Ignition Control Assembly, page 13

5. If fan does not turn freely, see Pump Rotor, page 12

6. Replace ignition control assembly

7. Replace motor

1. Fill tank with kerosene

2. See Pump Pressure Adjustment, page 9

3. See Fuel Filter, page 9

4. See Nozzle Assembly, page 11

5. Drain and ﬂush fuel tank with clean kerosene. See Storing, Transporting, or Ship- ping, page 6

Heater ignites but ignition control assembly shuts heater off after a short period of time

WARNING: High voltage!

6. Bad electrical connection between ignitor and ignition control assembly

7. Defective ignitor

8. Defective ignition control assembly

1. Pump pressure incorrect

2. Dirty air intake, air output, and/or lint filter

3. Dirty fuel ﬁlter

4. Obstruction in nozzle assembly

5. Photocell assembly not properly installed (not seeing the flame)

WARNING: High voltage!

6. Dirty photocell lens

7. Bad electrical connection between photocell and ignition control assembly

8. Defective photocell

9. Defective ignition control assembly

6. Check electrical connections. See Wir- ing Diagram, page 14

7. Replace ignitor, see page 10

8. Replace ignition control assembly

1. See Pump Pressure Adjustment, page 9

2. See Air Output, Air Intake, and Lint Fil- ters, page 8

3. See Fuel Filter, page 9

4. See Nozzle Assembly, page 11

5. Make sure photocell boot is properly seated in bracket

6. Clean photocell lens

7. Check electrical connections. See Wir- ing Diagram, page 14

8. Replace photocell

9. Replace ignition control assembly

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