Dometic DF Series, DFSAD12, DFSD12, DFSD16, DFMD16 Operating Instructions Manual
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OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Read these instructions carefully. These instructions MUST stay with this product.
USA & CANADA
SERVICE OFFICE
Dometic Corporation
1120 North Main Street
Elkhart, IN 46514
SERVICE CENTER &
DEALER LOCATIONS
Visit:
www.eDometic.com
Form No. 33401 09/17
©2017 Dometic Corporation
LaGrange, IN 46761
DF Series Furnace
Models DFSAD12, DFSD12, DFSD16, DFSD20, DFMD16,
DFMD20, DFMD25, DFMD30, DFMD35, DFLD35,
DFLD40, DFLA35, DFLA40
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................. 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND DOCUMENT SYMBOLS .................................... 2
OPERATION ................................................................................. 4
INSPECTION AND MONTHLY MAINTENANCE .................................................... 5
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE ...................................................................... 7
TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................... 7
REPLACEMENT PARTS ......................................................................... 7
WARRANTY ................................................................................. 8
WARNING:
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious
injury, death or property damage.
− 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
• Evacuate all persons from the vehicle.
• Shut off the gas supply at the gas container or source.
• Do not touch any electrical switch, or use any phone or radio
in the vehicle.
• Do not start the vehicle's engine or electric generator.
• Contact the nearest gas supplier or qualified service
technician for repairs.
• If you cannot reach a gas supplier or qualified service
technician, contact the nearest fire department.
• Do not turn on the gas supply until the gas leak(s) has been
repaired.
− Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
INTRODUCTION
This manual is intended for reference on the safe operation and maintenance of the Dometic DF Series Furnace. Should you require
further information, contact Dometic. This DF Series Furnace (hereinaer referred to as “Furnace”) has been certified and designed
as an MSP Category III Furnace and is intended for use inside a recreational vehicle (hereinaer referred to as “RV”). Follow these
instructions to ensure the correct operation and maintenance of the Furnace. Failure to operate and maintain the Furnace according
to these operating instructions nullifies the Furnace warranty.
Dometic Corporation reserves the right to modify appearances and specifications without notice.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND DOCUMENT SYMBOLS
This manual has safety information and instructions to help you eliminate or reduce the risk of accidents and injuries.
A. Recognize Safety Information
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential physical injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow
this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
B. Understand Signal Words
A signal word will identify safety messages and property damage messages, and will indicate the degree or level of hazard seriousness.
indicates a hazardous situation that, if NOT avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
indicates a hazardous situation that, if NOT avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
is used to address practices NOT related to physical injury.
Indicates additional information that is not related to physical injury.
C. Supplemental Directives
Read and follow all safety information and instructions to avoid possible injury or death.
Read and understand these instructions before installation of this product.
Incorrect installation of this product can lead to serious injury or death.
The installation MUST comply with all applicable local or national codes, including the latest edition of the following standards:
U.S.A.
• ANSI/NFPA70, National Electrical Code (NEC)
• ANSI/RVIA LV, Low Voltage Systems in Conversion and
Recreational Vehicles
• ANSI/NFPA 1192, Recreational Vehicles Code
• ANSI Z223.1, NFPA 54 National Fuel Gas Code
• ANSI 1195, Park Trailers
CANADA
• CSA C22.1, Parts l & ll, Canadian Electrical Code
• CSA Z240 RV Series, Recreational Vehicles
• CAN/CGA B149, Natural Gas and Propane Installation
Code
D. General Safety Messages
Failure to obey the following warnings could result in property damage, serious injury, or death:
• This Furnace MUST be installed, repaired, and serviced by a qualified service technician.
• Do NOT modify this Furnace in any way. Modifi cation can be extremely hazardous.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND DOCUMENT SYMBOLS
• FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZ ARD:
• Do NOT store gasoline, oil- or gasoline-soaked rags, or other flammable vapors and liq uids inside storage compartment(s).
• BEFORE refueling or parking near a gas oline pump, make sure ALL liquid propane (LP) gas appliances (vented to the
outside of the RV) are shut OFF. Oth erwise, fumes from gasoline pumps could come into contact with an LP gas appliance
burner flame and ignite.
• Turn OFF LP gas supply at the tank.
• Keep the Furnace area free and clear of insulating material, as insulating materials may be combustible. Examine the
Furnace area aer installation or when insulation is added.
• Use only with the type of gas approved for the Furnace. Refer to the Furnace rating plate.
• All DFSA, DFS, DFM, and DFLD models: LP ONLY
• All DFLA models: LP or Natural Gas
• Do NOT overfill LP gas tanks. LP tanks must be filled by a qualified gas supplier only. Follow the tank manufacturer’s
operating instructions located on the tank.
• Immediately shut down the Furnace and call a service agency if the Furnace cycles erratically or delays on ignition.
• Shut OFF the gas valve to the Furnace before shutting off the electrical supply if the gas supply fails to shut off, or if
overheating occurs.
• Use only Dometic replacement parts and components, which are specifically approved for use with the Furnace.
• CRITICAL OPERATION WARNINGS:
• Do NOT use the Furnace cabinet area as a storage compartment.
• Do NOT keep insulating material, clothing, or flammable material on or near the Furnace.
• Do NOT use for temporary heating of buildings or structures under construction.
• Do NOT use the Furnace if any part has been under water.
• Do NOT use petroleum or citrus-type cleaner on plastic parts, as damage may occur.
• Do NOT restrict the ducting or block Furnace outlet registers and return-air grills.
• Do NOT install screens over the intake air or exhaust vents for any reason.
• Do NOT install air boosters in the duct system.
• Do NOT touch exterior exhaust grills when the Furnace is operating.
• Supervise young children who are in the same room as the Furnace.
• All sheet metal edges are sharp; take care when handling or touching edges.
• Protect Furnace electrical components from water.
• Protect building materials from degrading from vent assembly gas exhaust.
• Compartment must be closed when operating the Furnace.
• CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD:
• This Furnace can produce carbon monoxide, which has no odor and can be life-threatening. The burner and vent assembly
system MUST be kept clean.
• Do NOT operate the Furnace if vent ing into a room enclosure with the privacy pan els closed. At least one panel MUST be
open for ventilation when using the Furnace.
• Doors MUST be properly sealed and the dra cap and assemblies MUST be adjusted and sealed correctly to prevent
carbon monoxide from entering the RV.
• Do NOT allow snow or any objects to block the exhaust system of the Furnace.
• Combustion products MUST be properly vented to the atmosphere, so that all combustion air supplied to the burner is
drawn from the outside atmosphere.
• Use only Dometic replacement parts and components, which are specifically approved for use with the Furnace.
• ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD:
• Furnaces with 12 VDC connection are for low-voltage battery or direct current only. Do NOT connect to 120 or 240 VAC.
• This Furnace is designed for negative ground 12 VDC only. Do NOT attempt to alter the Furnace for a positive ground
system or connect the Furnace directly to 120 or 240 VAC.
• Do NOT use battery charger to supply power to DC model Furnaces even when testing.
• Use only Dometic replacement parts and components, which are specifically approved for use with the Furnace.
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