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To Start Heater

1. Follow all installation, ventilation and safety information.
2. Locate heater on stable and level surface. Make sure strong drafts do not blow

into front or rear of heater.

3. Plug power cord of heater into a three-prong, grounded extension cord.

Extension cord must be at least six feet long. Extension cord must be UL
listed.

OPERATION

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WARNING

Review and understand the warnings in the Safety Information
Section, pages 2 and 3. They are needed to safely operate this
heater. Follow all local codes when using this heater.

STORAGE

1. Store propane tank(s) in safe manner. See Chapter 5 of Standard for Storage

and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58. Follow all local
codes.

2. Place plastic cover caps over brass fittings on inlet connector and

hose/regulator assembly.

3. Store in dry, clean, and safe place. Do not store hose/regulator assembly inside

heater combustion chamber.

4. When taking heater out of storage, always check inside of heater. Insects and

small animals may place foreign objects in heater. Keep inside of heater free
from combustible and foreign objects.

Extension Cord Size Requirement

Up to 50 feet long, use 18 AWG rated cord.
51 to 100 feet long, use 16 AWG rated cord.
101 to 200 feet long, use 14 AWG rated cord.

4. Plug extension cord into a 120 volt/60 hertz, three-hole, grounded outlet.
5. Open propane supply valve on propane tank(s) slowly. 

Note:

 If not opened

slowly, excess-flow check valve on propane tank will stop gas flow. If this
happens, close propane supply valve and open again slowly.

6. Turn on/off switch to the ON position. Heater will start within twenty seconds.

Note:

 If heater does not start, turn on/off switch to the OFF position. Wait ten

seconds for safety control to reset, then try again.

To Stop Heater

1. Tightly close propane supply valve on propane tank(s).
2. Wait a few seconds. Heater will burn gas left in supply hoses.
3. Turn on/off switch to the OFF position.
4. Unplug heater.

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CAUTION

Disconnect heater from propane supply tank(s).

Summary of Contents for 150,000 BTU/Hr Models

Page 1: ...ONS WHO CAN UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE IN STRUCTIONS SHOULD USE OR SERVICE THIS HEATER IFYOUNEEDASSISTANCEORHEATERINFORMATIONSUCHASAN INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL LABELS ETC CONTACT THE MANUFAC TURER Heater Siz...

Page 2: ...heated We cannot foresee every use which may be made of our heaters Check with your local fire safety authority if you have questions about heater use Otherstandardsgoverntheuseoffuelgasesandheatprodu...

Page 3: ...heater below ground level Propane gas is heavier than air If a leak occurs propane gas will sink to the lowest possible level Use only the electrical voltage and frequency specified on model plate Th...

Page 4: ...er Shell On Off Switch Power Cord Hose Regulator Assembly Inlet Connector Figure 2 150 000 BTU Hr Model Generic LP 45 80 LP PFA PV 008A Fan Guard Handle Lower Shell Power Cord Hose Regulator Assembly...

Page 5: ...s a stream of clean hot air The Ignition System The direct spark ignitor DSI sends voltage to the spark plug ignitor The spark plug ignitor ignites the fuel and air mixture The Safety Control System T...

Page 6: ...With Vent Pointing Down Less gas is vaporized at lower temperatures You may need two or more 100 pound tanks or one larger tank in colder weather Your local propane gas dealer will help you select th...

Page 7: ...U Hr Model Shown 6 Close propane supply valve WARNING Follow the minimum fresh outside air ventilation require ments If proper fresh outside air ventilation is not provided carbon monoxide poisoning c...

Page 8: ...on chamber 4 When taking heater out of storage always check inside of heater Insects and small animals may place foreign objects in heater Keep inside of heater free from combustible and foreign objec...

Page 9: ...embly before each use If hose is highly worn or cut replace 4 Have heater inspected yearly by a qualified service agency 5 Keep inside of heater free from combustible and foreign objects PREVENTATIVE...

Page 10: ...Arm Hub Setscrew Motor Shaft WARNING Never service heater while it is plugged in connected to propane supply operating or hot Severe burns and electrical shock can occur Fan IMPORTANT Remove fan from...

Page 11: ...ut is located on spark plug threads inside combustion chamber see Figures 12 and 14 5 Loosen and remove spark plug with 13 16 spark plug socket Be careful not to strike air sensing switch paddle 6 Cle...

Page 12: ...Gallons Hour Pounds Hour Supply Pressure To Regulator Minimum for purposes of input adjustment Maximum Regulator Outlet Pressure Factory Preset Manifold Pressure Hot Air Output CFM Approx Motor Electr...

Page 13: ...White White Orange White Green 120 VAC On Off Switch Solenoid Valve Red Ground Neutral Sensor Thermostat Main Valve Main Valve Return Red Red White Green Yellow Green Black Black Black White White Gr...

Page 14: ...ck Black White Blue Blue Blue Blue Insulated Connector Thermal Switch Orange Green Ignitor Fuse If Equipped Relay Position of Leads May Vary Electrical Ladder Diagram Line Neutral Green or Green Yello...

Page 15: ...number You can purchase a service manual for 5 Make check payable to DESA International You may have further questions about this heater If so contact DESA International s Technical Service Department...

Page 16: ...s Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights an...

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