HeatStream HS-18-PCH-A User Manual

User’s Manual and

Propane

Operating Instructions

Model: HS-18-PCH

Cabinet Heaters

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Table of Contents

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

Specifications....................................................................3

Propane Supply / Information............................................3

Checking For Leaks..........................................................3

Product Features...........................................................3-4

Unpacking and Assembly..................................................4

Ventilation.........................................................................4

Connecting Heater to LP Cylinder.....................................4

Lighting, Test Firing and Shutdown Instructions...............5

Maintenance and Storage.................................................6

TroubleShooting...............................................................6

Replacement Parts List...................................................7

Exploded Parts Drawing...................................................7

Warranty...........................................................Back Cover

WARNING

tent, a camper, any vehicle or recreational vehicle (RV), enclosed shelter, or any other enclosed areas.

DANGER

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

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

IMPORTANT: Read and understand all of the directions

in this manual before assembling, starting or servicing the
heater. Improper use of this heater can cause serious
injury. Keep this manual for future reference.

GENERAL HAZARD WARNING: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 the hazards of fire, explosion,
burn. asphyxiation, and carbon monoxide poisoning. 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 instruction manual, labels,
etcetera, contact the manufacturer.

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CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

Pinnacle Products International, Inc. 668 Stony Hill Road #302 Yardley, PA 19067 USA

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Web: www.pinnacleint.com Email: [e-mail]

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NEVER LEAVE HEATER

UNATTENDED WHILE BURN-

ING OR WHILE CONNECTED

TO A FUEL SOURCE

Propane

Cabinet Heaters

WARNING

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.

CAUTION

is used. Ample combustion and ventilation air must be
provided. See VENTILATION page 4

WARNING

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.

- An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored

in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

Fire, burn, inhalation, and explosion haz­ard. Keep solid combustibles, such as

This is an unvented portable heater. It
uses air (oxygen) from the area which it

.

If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may

- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

- 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 phone in your building

- Immediately call your gas supplier
from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the
gas supplier’s 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

WARNING

safety and operating instruction.

Only persons who can read and understand these instruc­tions should use or service this heater.
Not for home or recreational vehicle use.
Do not direct heater discharge towards another LP
cylinder unless it is at least 20 feet from the heater.

California Residents:

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

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

Combustion by-products pro-

Safety Information

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

2.14a-2007. Other standards determine the use of fuel
gases and heat producing products for specific uses. This
infrared heater’s intended use is primarily for the tempo­rary heating of buildings under construction, alteration or
repair.

Infrared-fired means that all of the combustion products
enter the heated space. This heater is rated at 98%
combustion efficiency, but still produces small amounts of
carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is toxic. Humans
can tolerate small amounts of carbon monoxide, and
caution should be taken to provide adequate ventilation.
Failure to provide adequate ventilation in accordance with
this manual could result in death. Early signs of carbon
monoxide poisoning resemble the flu.

- The symptoms of inadequate ventilation are:

headache*dizziness*burning of the nose and eyes

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- If the heater is being used in the presence of others, be
sure to inform them of the proper safety precautions,
operating procedures and the hazards involved. Some
people are more affected by carbon monoxide than
others. These are pregnant women, people with heart
or lung disease or anemia, those under the influence of
alcohol or at high attitudes.

- This heater is not for use on finished floors.

- Check the heater thoroughly for damage before each
use. DO NOT operate a damaged heater.

- DO NOT modify this heater or operate a heater that has
been modified from it’s original state
heater will void your warranty.

- Keep children and animals away from heater.

- Always set heater on a stable, level surface and use the
caster locks to prevent movement of the heater.

- NEVER use heater in occupied dwellings without
proper ventilation.

- Operate in a manner that heater will not be exposed
directly to rain or dripping water.

- Keep heater area free from combustible materials such
as gasoline, paint thinners and other flammable vapors
and liquids. Dust is combustible. Do not use heater in
areas of high dust concentration.

- ALWAYS maintain proper distance from combustibles.

nausea*dry mouth*sore throat

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. Modifying this

Minimum clearance from Combustibles:

TOP SIDES FRONT

24” 12” 72”

WARNING! This heater is not intended for residential use.

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NEVER LEAVE HEATER

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Cabinet Heaters

Safety Information (continued)

- NEVER leave heater unattended.

- Use heater in accordance with all local codes and with
CSA 5.90 U.S. (5th Ed.) Infrared Patio Heater.

Specifications

Rating

Model #

HS-18-PCH 18,000 5 PSI 150 PSI 450 Sq. Ft. 11” W.C. 19.4 15.1” x 17.8” x 24.2”

BTU/Hr

(on HIGH)

Inlet Gas Pressure

Min Max

Propane Supply / Information

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.

- The cylinder must be equipped with a collar to protect
the gas valve, an arrangement of vapor withdrawal, a
shutoff valve terminating the cylinder valve outlet as
specified in the American National Standard for
Compressed Gas Cylinder Valve Outlet and Inlet
Connections, and a safety relief valve in direct contact
with the vapor space of the tank.

- Always keep the cylinder in an upright position. Avoid
knocking the cylinder over on its side with the hose/reg­ulator connected, as this can cause damage to the reg­ulator diaphragm.

- Never store a propane(LP) cylinder indoors or in the
vicinity of any gas burning appliances.

- Protect the cylinder valve, and handle it with care.

- Be sure that the shut-off valve is closed tightly after
each use.

- Be sure to protect the POL fitting from damage when
disconnected. Damage to this fitting can lead to leaks.

- Never connect an unregulated cylinder to the heater.
Always use the hose and regulator supplied.

- Never use any other hose and regulator.

- Do not subject the cylinder to excessive heat.

LP Characteristics:

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

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

- Contact of 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 your warranty.

- When heater is not in use, LP supply must be shut OFF.

- In the absence of local codes, refer to the Standard for
the Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum
Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58 and the Natural Gas and
Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1.

Specifications subject to change without notice

Heating Area

The amount of LP gas used by this heater varies. The two

factors that will determine this are as follows:

1. The amount of gas in the LP cylinder,

2. The temperature of the LP cylinder and surrounding
area.

Manifold

Pressure

Weight

(Lbs)

Size (Assembled)

(L x W x H)

Product Features

Piezo Ignition: Model HS-18-PCH uses a manual Piezo

igniter to send a spark when you turn the Gas Valve Knob
to “PILOT/IGN (ignition). The spark ignites the fuel at the
pilot.

Tip Switch Shut-Off System:

a system whereby the heater shuts off if it is substantially
tilted in any direction.

ODS (Oxygen Depletion Sensor):

Oxygen Depletion Sensor (ODS) to monitor the oxygen
content in the heated space. Should the oxygen level fall
below 18%, the flame will no longer touch the thermocou­ple, stopping electrical current and the heater will shut off.

Adjustable Input Ratings:

ratings (high, medium and low). The adjustment knob is
located conveniently at the top of the heater, for easy
access and control.

The heater is protected by

This heater uses an

The heater has 3 temperature

Checking for Leaks

To check for leaks, make up a 50/50 solution of dish soap
and water. Apply this solution to all gas connections. If
bubbles appear, there is a leak. If a leak is found, turn off
the gas supply, re-make the leaking connection. If the leak
persists after several tries, contact Pinnacle Customer
Service at 215-891-8460.
The installation of this heater must meet all local codes
and/or gas utility requirements. In the absence of local
codes, the National Fuel Code ANSI Z223.1 should be
followed.

The minimum clearances to any combustible construction
materials must be maintained at all times (see Page 2).

WARNING! This heater is not intended for residential use.

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