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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

accidents are always tragic especially because so many of them could have been prevented with little care 
and judgment. There are some basic good practices, we hope you will follow for safe use of your heater.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

• Children and pets should be carefully supervised, when they are in the area.
• Always maintain proper clearance from combustible materials. Minimum clearance from combustibles:
  Front: 3’ (92 cm)   Top: 2’ (60 cm)  Side & Rear: 1’ (30 cm)  Floor: Combustible, not for use on finished floors. 
• Heater must be placed on level and stable surface. 
• Never place anything including clothes or other flammable items on the heater.
• The appliance area shall be kept clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other
  flammable vapours and liquids.
• Do not modify or operate a heater which has been modified.
• Adequate clearance for accessibility and for combustion & ventilation air supply must be maintained
  at all times when the heater is operating.
• Service and repair should be done 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 while hot or operating.
• Never connect heater to an unregulated gas supply.
• The heater is shipped from the factory for LP(Propane) gas. This heater is for use with propane gas only, 
  do not convert heater to any other gas. installation must conform to local codes or, in the absence, with 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
• The minimum and maximum inlet pressures to the regulator from the gas tank are 5 psi and bottle
  pressure, respectively. use only the regulator & hose assembly provided with the heater. inspect
  the regulator/hose assembly prior to each use of the heater. if there is excessive abrasion or wear,
  or hose is cut, replace with regulator/hose assembly listed on the parts list prior to using this heater.
• Gas supply connections should be checked using a 50/50 solution of liquid dish soap and never use
  a flame to check for gas leaks. 
• This heater needs fresh outside air for combustion to run properly. This heater has an oxygen depletion sen-
  sor (odS) pilot safety system. The odS shuts down the heater if not enough fresh air (>18%) is available.
• Do not restrict inlet or outlet by any means. The flow of combustion and ventilation air is not to be
  obstructed.
• This heater should not be directed toward any propane or gas container within 20 feet of the front. The heater     
  should also be located at least 6 feet away from any propane gas container (regulations in Canada
  are 10 feet).
• The propane cylinder supply system must be arranged to provide for vapour withdrawal from the
  operating cylinder.
• Children and adults should be alerted to the hazard of high surface temperatures and should stay away to 
  avoid burns and clothing ignition. young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same
  room with the appliance. never allow them to sit, stand or play on or around the appliance. 
• Make sure that if the safety screen or guard is removed for servicing the appliance that it is replaced prior to    
  operating the appliance.
• Do not use the heater if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to 
  inspect the appliance and replace any part of the control system which has been under water.

PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER

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Summary of Contents for Dyna-Glo Pro RA18LPDGP

Page 1: ...th this heater can result in death serious bodily injury and property loss or damage from the hazards of fire explosion burn asphyxiation carbon monoxide poisoning and or electrical 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 instruction manual labels etcetera contact the manufacturer CA...

Page 2: ... VEHICLE USE WARNING FIRE BURN INHALATION AND EXPLOSION HAZARD KEEP SOLID COMBUSTIBLES SUCH AS BUILDING MATERIALS PAPER OR CARDBOARD A SAFE DISTANCE AWAY FROM THE HEATER AS RECOMMENDED BY THE 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 PROPANE CONSTRUCT...

Page 3: ...st particles or unknown chemicals WARNING 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 WARNING a Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance a An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or any...

Page 4: ...minimum and maximum inlet pressures to the regulator from the gas tank are 5 psi and bottle pressure respectively Use only the regulator hose assembly provided with the heater Inspect the regulator hose assembly prior to each use of the heater If there is excessive abrasion or wear or hose is cut replace with regulator hose assembly listed on the parts list prior to using this heater Gas supply co...

Page 5: ...Vapor Only PRODUCT FEATURES PROPANE CONSTRUCTION HEATER Size Assembled High Medium Low Maximum Minimum lbs hr kg hr L X W X H RA18 Series 18 000 12 000 6 000 Bottle Pressure 5psi 11 0 WC 0 83 0 28 0 377 0 127 16 8 lbs 7 6 kg 15 75 x14 96 x23 35 400x380x593mm Weight Input Rating BTU Hr Manifold Pressure Gas Consumption Supply Pressure Model Locking Front Caster Rear Caster Back Cover Handle Slot Sa...

Page 6: ...er on each of the threaded portions of the caster see Figure 1 9 Thread the casters into the four threaded holes in the base of the unit by turning them clockwise The locking casters should be placed at the front of the unit and the other two at the back of the unit See Figure 1 10 Tighten The casters using the wrench supplied with the casters 11 Install 20 lb propane cylinder see Propane Supply s...

Page 7: ...id 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 ...

Page 8: ...outlet Turn the fitting counterclockwise into the threads of the cylinder valve Some models have a hand wheel that can be slid off the nut so that a wrench can be used to tighten the fitting if desired CAUTIONPosition the regulator such that the side with the tower is facing down and the flat side is facing up See Figure 2 WARNINGEnsure that the gas hose is not touching the unpainted heat shield a...

Page 9: ...cted from the propane tank Never store a Propane gas tank inside a building or in the vicinity of any gas burning appliance THE DISCONNECTED TANK MUST NEVER BE STORED IN A BUILDING GARAGE OR ANY OTHER ENCLOSED AREA CHECKING FOR LEAKS Check all gas connections with a soap solution to be sure they are tight and leak proof Soap bubbles indicate gas leakage that must be corrected The installation of y...

Page 10: ...depress for 5 seconds B Note The first time that the heater is operated after connecting the gas supply the control knob should be depressed for at least 30 seconds This will allow air to bleed from the gas system 6 Depress control knob while depressing the piezo ignitor button This should cause the spark from the piezo ignitor to light the pilot gas Keep control knob depressed thirtry 30 seconds ...

Page 11: ...ldren If for any reason the heater is to be stored indoors the tank must be disconnected and stored outdoors in a well ventilated area out of reach of children in accordance with the standard for the the Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases ANSI NFPA 58 and CSA B149 1 Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code The plastic tank valve plug supplied with your tank must be tightly installe...

Page 12: ...rect Note Do not mistake orange flames with yellow tipping Dirt or dust particles may enter the burner flames and cause transient patches of orange flame Burner and ODS Pilot Cleaning Clean the exterior with soft bristle brush vacuum cleaner or pressurized air Never use a wooden toothpick as it may break off and clog the ODS pilot or main burner port Use a flashlight to inspect the main burner inl...

Page 13: ...te repeat ignition operation 3 Contact your gas company gas supplier or qualified service technician 4 Replace thermocouple 5 Hand tight until snug then tighten 1 4 turn with a wrench 6 Replace gas control Burner does not light after ODS pilot is lit 1 Burner orifice clogged 2 Gas supply pressure is very low 1 Clean burner orifice 2 Contact gas supplier Delayed ignition 1 Main burner carry over po...

Page 14: ...odor during combustion 1 Foreign matter in gas or on burner ports 2 Heater burning vapors form paint impurities in air 3 Gas leaks refer to front page Warnings 1 Check gas passage way and burner 2 Ventilate room stop storing and using odor causing products near heater 3 Locate and correct leaks immediately Heater shuts off on ODS 1 Not enough fresh air is available 2 Low gas pressure 3 ODS pilot p...

Page 15: ...11B 2 13 Rear Chassis PT N11B 4 5 ODS Assembly PT N11B 6 14 Castor With Lock PT N06 33 6 Burner Assembly PT N11B 4 15 Castor Without Lock PT N06 32 7 Gas Valve PT N11B 13 16 Heat Insulation Board PT N11 6 8 Piezo Ignitor PT N11B 5 17 Back Cover PT N11B 2 1 9 Knob Base PT N11B 10 18 Knob PT N06 24 Item Model Number Part No Item Model Number Part No RA18 SERIES WARNING This heater is not intended fo...

Page 16: ... and Hose Assembly 7 Gas Valve 6 Burner Assembly 2 Guard Assembly 11 Gas Pipe 14 Caster With Lock 10 Tilt Switch 15 Caster Without Lock 16 Heat Insulation Board 8 Piezo Ignitor 9 Knob Base 4 Reflector 1 Lower Shield 3 Front Panel EXPLODED PARTS DRAWING 5 ODS Assembly 18 Knob ...

Page 17: ... how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you CLAIMS HANDLED AS FOLLOWS 1 Contact your retailer and explain the problem 2 If the retailer is unable to resolve the problem contact ourCustomer Service Dept detailing t...

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