HeatStream HS-150V-GFA User Manual

User’s Manual and

Operating Instructions

Model Numbers: HS-40-GFA, HS-60V-GFA,

HS-125V-GFA, HS-150V-GFA

Consumer: Please Read These Instructions And Keep For Your Reference

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

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

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

Carbon Monoxide Hazard This heater produces carbon monoxide, which has no odor. Burning the heater in an
enclosed space can kill you. Never use the heater in enclosed spaces such as a tent, a camper, any vehicle or
recreational vehicle (RV), enclosed shelter, or any other enclosed areas.

Not for use in residential living areas or in non-adequately ventilated enclosed spaces. Never bring or store a
propane cylinder indoors.

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Table of Contents

DANGER

DANGER

NEVER LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED

WHILE BURNING, CONNECTED TO A

POWER SOURCE, OR WHILE

CONNECTED TO A FUEL SOURCE

Safety Information........................................... 2-3

Unpacking ...........................................................3

Features ............................................................ 4

Propane Information ....................................... 4-5

Pre-Lighting Instructions .................................... 5

Ventilation .......................................................... 6

Lighting Instructions ........................................... 6

Safety Information

WARNING

KEEP SOLID COMBUSTIBLES, SUCH AS
BUILDING MATERIALS, PAPER OR CARD­BOARD, A SAFE DISTANCE AWAY FROM THE
HEATER AS RECOMMENDED BY THESE
INSTRUCTIONS. NEVER USE THE HEATER
IN SPACES WHICH DO OR MAY CONTAIN
VOLATILE OR AIRBORNE COMBUSTIBLES,
OR PRODUCTS SUCH AS GASOLINE, SOL­VENTS, PAINT THINNERS, DUST PARTICLES
OR UNKNOWN CHEMICALS.

WARNING

WARNING

safety and operating instruction.

WARNING

product contain carbon monoxide, a chemical known to the state
of California to cause cancer and birth defects (or other
reproductive harm).

result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

COULD result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

result in minor or moderate injury.

This heater is designed and approved for use as a construction
heater in accordance with Standard ANSI Z83.7-2011/CSA 2.14-

2011. CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL FIRE SAFETY AUTHORITY IF
YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT APPLICATIONS. Other
standards govern the use of fuel gases and heating products for
specific uses. Your local authority can advise you about these.

FIRE, BURN, INHALATION,
AND EXPLOSION HAZARD.

NOT FOR HOME OR
RECREATIONAL USE.

Do not operate this heater until you have
read, and thoroughly understand these

California Residents: Combustion

by-products produced when using this

Indicates an im minen tly hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, WILL

Indicates a poten tially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided,

Indicates a poten tially hazardous
situa tion which, if not avoided, MAY

Long Term Storage / Maintenance ..................... 6

Wiring Diagrams ................................................ 7

Exploded View ................................................... 8

Replacement Parts ............................................ 9

Troubleshooting ............................................... 10

Warranty .......................................................... 11

The primary purpose of construction heaters is to provide
temporary heating of buildings under construction, alteration, or
repair. Properly used, the heater provides safe economical
heating. Products of com bustion are vented into the area being
heated.

IMPORTANT: Read this User's Manual carefully and completely
before attempting to operate, assemble, or service this heater.
Improper use of the heater can cause serious injury or death
from fire,explosion and carbon monoxide poisoning.

Every possible circumstance that may involve a hazard cannot
be anticipated. The warnings in this manual and attached to the
unit are therefore not all-inclusive. If a procedure, work method or
operating technique not specifically recommended by Pinnacle is
used, you must be sure it is safe for you and others. You should
also insure that equipment will not be damaged or made unsafe
by the operating or maintenance method you choose.

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.

- WHAT TO DO IF THE SMELL OF GAS IS PRESENT:

- DO NOT attempt to light heater.

- Extinguish any open flame.

- Shut off gas to heater.

- If odor continues, contact your local gas supplier or

fire department.

- Do not touch any electric switch, do not use any

Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbors
phone. Follow the gas suppliers instructions.

- If you can not reach your gas supplier, call the fire

department.

- Service must be done by a qualified service agency

or the gas supplier.

This is an unvented portable heater. It uses air (oxygen) from
the area in which it is used. Adequate combustion and ventila­tion air must be provided. Refer to VENTILATION on Page 5.

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Safety Information (continued)

NEVER LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED

WHILE BURNING, CONNECTED TO A

POWER SOURCE, OR WHILE

CONNECTED TO A FUEL SOURCE

This is a direct-fired, forced-air construc tion heater for either
indoor or outdoor use. It's intended use is primarily for the
temporary heating of buildings under construction, alteration or
repair. All of the products of combustion generated by this heater
are forced through the heater and released into the area being
heated. This heater operates at approx imately 98%+ combustion
efficiency, but still produces small amounts of carbon monoxide.
Humans can tolerate small amounts of carbon monoxide for short
periods. Carbon monoxide can build up in a heated space, and
failure to provide adequate ventilation could result in poisoning or
death.

You must provide the propane gas and cylinder(s). Use this
heater only with a propane vapor withdrawal supply system.
Refer to Chapter 5 of the Standard for Storage and Handling of
Liquefied Petroleum Gas , ANSI/NFPA 58. Your local library or
fire department will have this booklet.

- Children should be kept away.

- Always maintain proper clearance from combustible materials.

Minimum clearance should be:

Sides - 24” Top - 36” Front - 72”

- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

- An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.

- Heater must be placed on level and solid footing.

- Never place anything, including clothes or other flammable items
on heater.

- Do not modify heater, or operate a heater that has been
modified.

- Adequate clearance for accessibility, combustion and ventilation
(air supply) must be maintained at all times when heater is oper­ating.

- Service and repair should be performed by a qualified service
person. The heater should be inspected before each use, and at
least annually by a qualified person. More frequent cleaning may
be required as necessary. Do not service heater while hot or
operating.

- Never connect heater to an unregulated gas supply.

- This appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug for
your protection against shockhazard and should be plugged
directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle.

- Use only the electrical/power cord specified. Electrical and

grounding connection must comply with National Electrical
Code - ANSI/NFPA 70 (USA) and CSA C22.1 Canadian
Electrical Code, Part 1 (Canada).

- To prevent injury, always wear gloves when handling heater.
Never handle an operating or hot heater, as severe burns may
result.

- Use heater in accordance with all local codes. In the absence
of local codes, refer to The National Fuel Code, ANSI Z223.1.

- This heater is shipped from the factory for use with LP (propane)
gas only. Do not convert to any other gas. Installation must
conform to local codes, or in their absence, with the standard for
the Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases
ANSI/NFPA 58 and the Natural Gas and Propane Installation
Code 149.1.

- Use only the regulator and hose assembly provided with this
heater. Inspect the regulator/hose assembly prior to each use of
the heater. If there is excessive abrasion or wear, or if the hose
is cut, replace it with the proper assembly shown in the parts list,
prior to using the heater.

WARNING

with hot surfaces both during use and while in storage.

- Gas supply connections should be checked by using a 50/50
soap and water solution. Never use a flame to check for gas
leaks.

- Locate LP cylinder at least 6 feet (10 feet in Canada) from the
heater, and do not direct heater discharge towards the
LP cylinder unless it is at least 20 feet from the heater.

- The electrical connection and grounding must comply with the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 and CSA C22.1
Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1 (Canada) Canadian Electrical
Code, Part 1.. Use only a properly grounded three (3) prong
receptacle.

- Do not restrict air inlet or outlet areas of the heater.

WARNING

The hose assembly shall be pro tected
from traffic, building material and contact

Not for use with ductwork.

Minimum and Maximum inlet Pressure

40 60V 125V 150V

Min. 5 PSI

Max. Bottle Pressure

Unpacking

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

2. Remove all items from carton.

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

CAUTION

heater must be used without alteration.

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The Propane (LP) gas pressure regulator
and hose assembly supplied with the

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Features

NEVER LEAVE HEATER UNATTENDED

WHILE BURNING, CONNECTED TO A

POWER SOURCE, OR WHILE

CONNECTED TO A FUEL SOURCE

- Portable, stable and fully assembled.

- Wind resistant and rain protected.

- Continuous spark ignition or piezo spark ignition.

Figure 1: Product Features

Propane Supply / Information

PROPANE

You must provide the propane gas and cylinder(s). Use this
heater only with a propane vapor withdrawal supply system.
Refer to Chapter 5 of the Standard for Storage and Handling of
Liquefied Petroleum Gas , ANSI/NFPA 58. Your local library or
fire department will have this booklet.

LP Characteristics:

- Flammable, explosive under pressure, heavier than air, and
pools in low areas.

- In its natural state, propane has no odor, but for your safety an
odorant that smells like rotten cabbage has been added.

- Contact of propane (LP) gas with the skin can cause freeze
burns.

- Heater is manufactured for use with LP gas only. DO NOT
attempt to convert to any other gas. Such modifications are
dangerous, and will void warranty.

- When heater is not in use, LP cylinder must be turned OFF

- Be sure that the LP cylinder is located on a level and stable sur­face.

- Do not use this heater in a basement or below ground level.
Propane (LP) is heavier than air, and will always seek the low­est level. If you suspect a leak, shut off the valve at the LP
cylinder immediately.

The Propane (LP) cylinder must also be equipped with the
following:

- A collar to protect the gas valve.

- A shut-off valve terminating a LP cylinder valve outlet as

- 100% safety shut-off system.

- Adjustable input ratings (Except HS-40-GFA).

- Adjustable Height Controller.

specified in the American National Standard for Compressed
Gas Cylinder Valve Outlets and Inlet Connections.

- A safety relief valve having direct communications with the
vapor space of the LP cylinder.

- An arrangement of vapor withdrawal.

The amount of LPG used with this heater varies. Both factors
are:

1. The amount of gas in the cylinder of LPG.

2. The temperature of the LP tank and its surroundings.

Average

Te mp

(°F)

HS-40

20 or 100

lb. cylinder

HS-60V

20 or 100

lb. cylinder

HS-125V

100 lb.

cylinder

HS-150V

100 lb.

cylinder

32° 1 1 2 2

20° 1 1 2 2

10° 1 1 3 3

0° 1 1 3 3

-10° 2 2

-20° 2 2

Use Larger

Tank

Use Larger

Tank

Figure 2: The table above shows the minimum number

of 100 lb LP cylinders required in cold weather. Your local
LP dealer will help you select the proper LP supply
system.

Use Larger

Tank

Use Larger

Tank

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