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NOTE: This number is ONLY for technical serv-
ice assistance and CANNOT be used for order-
ing parts, billing questions, order status, etc. For
sales department and parts ordering, call 1-502-
781-9600.

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S E C T I O N

Technical Service Department

The Technical Service Department, located in
Bowling Green, Kentucky, is committed to as-
sisting our Authorized Service Centers and Deal-
ers to provide prompt, efficient service.  If you
need assistance or have questions about servic-
ing problems, please call DESA International’s
Technical Service Department at 1-800-323-
5190.

INTRODUCTION

For accessories, contact authorized dealers of this product. If they are unable to supply
accessory parts, call DESA International at 1-502-781-9600.

Figure 1. Optional Fan Kit

Figure 2. Optional Floor Mounting Stand

A 007

FAN ACCESSORY-GRH

A 005

OPTIONAL FLOOR MOUNT-GRH

Accessories

The following accessories are available from
DESA International:
1.

Fan Kit GA2100A. The fan accessory pro-
vides better heat distribution in the room.

2.

Floor Mounting Stand GA4000 (3-plaque
models) and GA4010 (5-plaque models).
The floor stand allows the heater to be
installed away from a wall.

Product Features

The ceramic plaque heaters covered by this
service manual have many features that assure
customer satisfaction and comfort.

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Infra-red Heat: The glowing ceramic burner

plaques give off infra-red radiant light which
travels through the air and heats nearby
objects.

Variable Heat Output: The non-thermostat
heaters can be adjusted to one of three
alternative heat settings to provide user
comfort. The thermostat heaters can be
adjusted to the desired heat setting to per-
mit economical use. In the event of a power

outage, the heater can be operated manu-
ally on high or low.

Piezo Electric Ignition: The heater can be
started and operated without matches or
other external means. The pilot is ignited by
a spark created from the piezo ignitor when
the control knob is depressed and turned to
the “PILOT” position.

Oxygen Depletion System: The heater is
designed to shut off if the oxygen level in
the room falls to an unacceptable level.

Summary of Contents for VP2600

Page 1: ...s supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department WARNING Improper installation ad justment alteration service or mainte nance can cause injury or property dam a...

Page 2: ...tion Gas Type 8 Location Safety Precautions 8 Gas Supply Installation 9 Propane Installation 10 External Regulators 10 Section 6 Test Procedures Testing Gas Supply Line Connections 11 Testing Heater G...

Page 3: ...ny phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department 5 Never insta...

Page 4: ...Fan Kit GA2100A The fan accessory pro vides better heat distribution in the room 2 Floor Mounting Stand GA4000 3 plaque models and GA4010 5 plaque models The floor stand allows the heater to be instal...

Page 5: ...e held down at least 10 seconds until the thermocouple is heated enough to hold the valve open Once the pilot flame is established the control knob can be released and turned to any of the operating p...

Page 6: ...mo couple provides a low level electric current to an electromagnetic plunger in the control valve This low level electric current keeps the plunger open allowing gas to flow to the pilot and the main...

Page 7: ...alling vent free gas heaters Source Information Controls Inc P O Box 52275 Raleigh North Carolina 1 800 334 5886 Item ESL 16 Approximate Cost 14 00 DESA International P O Box 90004 Bowling Green KY 42...

Page 8: ...bustible surfaces MUST NOT be less than shown in Figure 7 These are absolute minimum clearances Greater clearances should be allowed if possible The heater can also be mounted to an optional floor mou...

Page 9: ...ult in clogged valves IMPORTANT Pressure regulator must be held with wrench when connecting gas piping and or fittings to pressure regulator External Regulator For LP Heaters Only Drip Leg Trap Figure...

Page 10: ...cult for freezing rain or sleet to plug a vent that has been installed pointing down Older style vents may not have the lip and are far less resistant to freeze up problems see Figure 10 A regulator w...

Page 11: ...ely WARNING NEVER USE AN OPEN FLAME TO CHECK FOR A LEAK Apply a solution of liquid detergent and water to all connections The formation of bubbles indicate leaks that must be corrected Pressure Testin...

Page 12: ...tion 230 ma maximum Drop out current specification 80 ma minimum If the control valve operates correctly during the above test it is likely that the problem is the result of a bad thermocouple 7 Conne...

Page 13: ...put Maximum 16 000 16 000 26 000 26 000 Minimum 6 000 6 000 6 000 11 000 Fresh Air Opening Minimum 16 sq in 16 sq in 26 sq in 26 sq in MODELS VN1800 VN1800T VN3000 VN3000T VN1800A VN1800TA VN3000A VN3...

Page 14: ...e Causes 1 Ignitor cable 2 Ignitor electrode position and or cleanli ness 3 Ignitor electrode body cracked 4 Control knob not fully depressed 5 Control valve malfunction Procedures 1 Check the ignitor...

Page 15: ...re clip from the bi metal strip located on the pilot tube see Figure 14 Remove the brass cover and clean any dust or cob webs from the air gas mixing chamber Reassemble the brass cover with the wire c...

Page 16: ...at the room is properly ventilated See SPECIFICATIONS page 13 for the minimum fresh air openings required If necessary instructtheusertoslightlyopen a window for proper ventilation 4 Be sure that stro...

Page 17: ...fold pressure with a manometer to be sure that the regulator is not defective See SPECIFICATIONS on page 13 for the model you are servicing Third check the pilot assembly and pilot line to be sure tha...

Page 18: ...the outside of the tank The ice acts as an insulator and can reduce the evaporation rate and the pressure to your heater If an im proper tank size is causing a low supply pressure to the heater con t...

Page 19: ...r and gas supply connec tions for leaks See procedures under Testing Gas Supply Line Connections and Testing Heater Gas Connections on page 11 of this service manual 2 If all gas connections inside an...

Page 20: ...as malfunctioning type of gas used propane or natural gas purchase date In most cases we will ask you to return the defective part to the factory Parts Not Under Warranty Contact authorized dealers of...

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